With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Francis D. Hauerwas (Milwaukee, Wisconsin), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Francis left this world on April 12, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Francis D. Hauerwas to show support.
He was predeceased by: his wife Betty Jane; and his siblings, Bernard, James, Jeanette, Delores and Maryann.
He is survived by: his children, John Hauerwas (Salome) and Jacqueline Felden (Robert); his grandchildren, Nicole Hauerwas (Alex Robinson), Christopher Hauerwas (Jessica), Erin Smigielski (Kevin), Bernadine Hauerwas (Joe Juergens) and Benjamin Felden (Tonee Lopez); his great grandchildren, Orson Borel, Jane Hauerwas, Clark Hauerwas and Louise Hauerwas; and his siblings-in-law, Sandra Tadych, Rita Tadych and David Sommers. He is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church of St. Augustine of Hippo (2530 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53207). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, April 23rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.