Donna Brophy Obituary
Born into eternal life on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at age 74 after complications from surgery.
Loving wife to Michael for 48 years. Beloved daughter of the late LeRoy and Corinne Wildman. Special sister to Barbara Burda of Mukwonago, Randy Wildman of Sheboygan, and Debra Hurlburt of Barneveld. Also loved by extended family and friends.
Born in Sheboygan, attended Sheboygan South High School. Graduated from UW Whitewater in 1973. Went on to earn her CPA and CIA certifications. Employed at WE Energies until retirement ending as risk manager. Also involved in the growth of the employee credit union. Spent 30 plus years as bowling league secretary. Long time season ticket holder of the Green Bay Packers and Milwaukee Brewers. Enjoyed being an avid crafter. Enjoyed trips to Door County, Wisconsin Dells and Green Bay, and also extended trips to Pismo Beach, California to reconnect with old friends and create new memories.
Special thanks to Linda and Diane at Aurora Sports Health for all your encouragement and support.
Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin on Friday, August 15, 2025 from 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Service at 11:00 AM, with burial to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, the Brewers Community Foundation and MADACC.
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Kathleen (Kathy) Brophy LaBue
August 14, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss Mike (always Mickey to me).
Donna has been a wonderful love, wife and companion for you. I always saw you together. And I always enjoyed being with you two.
My love and prayers are with you!
God rest her soul!
Your cousin in Rochester, Kathy
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christine snodgrass
August 7, 2025
So sorry to hear this news about Donna. Our sincere condolences.
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