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Deacon Gene D. Brah

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Gene Brah Obituary

Brah, Deacon Gene D Longtime Resident of New Berlin. Passed to eternal life Saturday November 3, 2018 age 65 years. Devoted husband for 45 years of Karen (Nee Schendzielos). Loving Dad of Eugene John (Becca Pfenninger) and Tracie (Tim) Heyrman. Proud Grandpa of Alexander Brah, Griffin Bianchi, Amelia and Huck Heyrman. Brother of Addie (James) Lackovic, Charles (Jelaine) Brah, Diane (James) Albiero and John (Mary) Brah. Son-in-law of John Schendzielos. Brother-in-law of Daniel Schendzielos, Carleen Schendzielos, Tom (Kerry) Barrett and Christine Schendzielos. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Mother of Perpetual Help Parish (2322 S. 106th Street, West Allis) from 11-2:00PM with a Mass of Christian Burial at 2:30 PM. Deacon Gene was ordained as a Permanent Deacon for the Archdiocese of Milwaukee in 1994 and proudly has served the parishes of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, New Berlin, WI and Valparaiso, IN, St. James Parish, Mukwonago, WI, Mary Queen of Heaven Parish, West Allis, WI and currently serves at Mother of Perpetual Help Parish, West Allis, WI. During his time as a Deacon, he has assisted in many marriage preparation and baptism classes, funerals, weddings and baptisms, communion services, Inner City Ministry, Hispanic Ministry, Prison Ministry, and working with the Youth of the parishes he has served. Deacon Gene enjoyed his ministry to the church and was humbly touched by the many people he was honored to work with. Gene devoted his life to independent pharmacies and enjoyed time with family and friends golfing. During the past few years Deacon Gene served proudly as a Chaplain for the West Allis Police Department. He gave a lasting gift of sight thru his donation to the Eye Institute. In Lieu of flowers memorials to the Catholic Relief Services appreciated.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Nov. 7, 2018.

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Frank Kokaisl

November 1, 2024

Our sympathies, Gene was a good friend that transcended work.

Fr. Michael Goodavish

November 1, 2020

Two years have now passed since we lost Gene's earthly companionship. It seems so much longer than two years, though. So much has happened. I, for one, would have enjoyed having him nearby to help us navigate our way. I still give thanks to God for our wonderful friend. Perhaps a part of his heavenly joy is knowing that we miss him here on earth. Greetings of peace to Karen and Gene's family.

Robert and Barbara Rizza

November 11, 2018

We are saddened to hear about the passing of Deacon Gene. Our sons were altar servers at MQH, we ushered at mass and we all remember him fondly. Our deepest sympathies to Karen and his family.

Susan Kalashian-Koshere

November 11, 2018

Dennis and I were classmates of Gene's, so sorry for your loss.

Monica Fischer

November 10, 2018

Expressing condolences on the loss of Deacon Gene. He baptized our daughter at Mary Queen of Heaven and will always hold a special place in our hearts.

Frank Kokaisl RPh

November 10, 2018

My prayers and sympathy for Gene, his family and friends. I worked with Gene in the drug wholesaling business a couple of decades ago and he was true friend and colleague.

John Gust

November 9, 2018

We will miss and always have Gene in our great memories of being part of Pipco and the fun times and work on the board. We still have the spray mask he provided for us just in case Diane's stories were to funny. He was a great and admirable man who I loved and respected in his professional and personal life. He was a very inspirational man and touched our hearts greatly.
Love John & Diane Gust

November 8, 2018

Dear Karen,

It was a great shock to learn of the loss of your husband, Gene. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

May God give him eternal rest and you and your family strength and comfort in this hard time.

Barbara and Ted Gracz

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Fr. Michael Goodavish

November 8, 2018

Deacon Gene was a deacon and man so deeply committed to the life of the heart. As a priest, I was often inspired by conversations we had about church, about ministry, about family and friends. I remain grateful for what Gene contributed to the journey of life. Rest in peace and joy, dear Deacon.

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a loved one

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Kelly Berg

November 7, 2018

Gene has been a special friend since the day we first met 40 years ago at a bowling alley. Our friendship and love have grown over all these wonderful years. Gene was instrumental in helping Steve with his transition for which I will be forever grateful. Friend, Deacon, loved, brother-husband, will be sorely missed. He left an indelible mark on my heart. Love to Karen and the children as they navigate life without a great husband and father.
-Kelly

Steve Routzahn

November 7, 2018

Karen,

I have never met a business person with more integrity than Gene.

It was a real privilege to be associated with Pipco and see the passion Gene had for the church and for pharmacies.

You, Tracie and family are in my prayers.

Norbert M. Klein

November 7, 2018

Dear Karen: My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was shocked to read of his death. I am very happy to have met Gene and you through his Mom and Dad.

Paul/Linda Jagielski

November 7, 2018

praying for you and your family

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