Keith Allen Stapleton

Keith Allen Stapleton

Keith Stapleton Obituary

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Keith Stapleton, 68, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2025 at Amethyst Health in Milwaukee. Keith was born on January 15, 1957 in Waukesha Wisconsin, the son of Norbert and Jacklyn (Sherman) Stapleton. He grew up in the Wausau and Milwaukee area and graduated from Rosholt High School.

He will be remembered for his great love of World Wrestling Entertainment and followed all other sports. He was an avid Cribbage player and enjoyed being a Chef for most of his career. He will be deeply missed by those he leaves behind.

Keith is survived by his siblings, Michael (Rita) Stapleton of Whitewater and Kevin (Tracey) Stapleton of Waukesha. He is further survived by his Uncles Dewey Sherman, Paul (Nancy) Stapleton, his Aunt Betty Nelson (Sherman) and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Keith is preceded in death by his parents, brother Dennis, and sister Sheri (Ben) Sawyer.

Yonke and Son Funeral Home of Pewaukee is serving the family. To place on-line condolences please visit www.yonkefuneralhome.com. Keith will be laid to rest during a private family gathering.

To honor Keith, please consider donations to The American Cancer Society. Also, your awareness to the FOSTER YOUTH TO INDEPENDENCE (FYI) program would be greatly appreciated. The FYI program is led by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and supported by public housing authorities across our country. This program is designed to prevent homelessness and provides a foundation for eligible individuals under the age of 25 who are transitioning out of foster care. They can pursue education, employment, and long-term independence.

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