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Thomas Jelinske Obituary

Jelinske, Thomas F. Thomas Frank Jelinske, 60, of Milwaukee, was set free from this life on April 25, 2014. Beloved son of Maxine and Thomas Hertting. He is survived by his son Michael, sister Terrianne Jelinske-Kelbe, and brother Thad (Kim). Thomas is further survived by his nieces Jordan (Adam) and Erin (Brad) Kelbe and his nephews Justin, Cameron and Logan Jelinske. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Timothy and Todd. An artist by trade, his work will continue to bring joy to many. Irish wake to be held on Saturday, May 10, 2014, at Dana's Fieldhouse, 5004 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee, from 1:00PM until 4:00PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation appreciated. Suminski LifeStory Funeral Homes Suminski / Weiss (414) 276-5122 www.SuminskiFuneralHome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 4, 2014.

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Julie Breutzmann

May 7, 2014

Maxine, Terry, Thad, and Michael

My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved son, brother and father.

Chris Luedke

May 7, 2014

Maxine, Terry and Thad,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your son and brother. May the many fond memories comfort you during this difficult time.

May 5, 2014

to the family of tom. I wish to express my deepest sorrow in your loss. He will be missed. Mary Mcdaniel.

Josef Breutzmann

May 5, 2014

Maxine, Thad, Terry,
So sad to hear about Tom. My thought go out to you all.
Josef

May 4, 2014

Maxine, I am sorry to read of Tom's death. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Michelle Frey

May 4, 2014

I read today of Tom's death.

He was a unique individual whose strength and resourcefulness kept him going long after many pain ridden mortals would have given up.

My condolences to his many family and friends.
/Dr. Chris Drayna

Tony Schley

May 4, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jelinske's

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May

10

Wake

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Dana's Fieldhouse

5004 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee, WI

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1901 North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202

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