Mildred “Mille” Totushek

Totushek, Mildred “Mille”

Born to Eternal Life Sunday, April 11, 2010, age 82. Beloved sister of Mary Ann late Bob Fettig. Sister-in-law of Mary late Bob Totushek . Best friend of Gloria Maier. Dearest Aunt of Guy Lisa Fettig, Kimberly Rick Dunn, Robby Fettig, Tami Fettig, JoAnn Leonard Chappell, Barbara Tom Stelloh, Lori John Schmidt, Kevin Maria Totushek. Loved by many grand-nieces and nephews. “Mom” to Fuji.

Mille was an award winning Master Photographer. She started her career taking photos of equipment at Bucyrus Erie. She opened her own studio in 1967 on 10th and Milwaukee Ave. in South Milwaukee. She moved her studio to an old school house on Ryan Rd. in Oak Creek in 1973.

Mille was a mentor to photographers throughout the United States. She received her fellowship honors, and was inducted into the Hall of Fame of Photographers. This year she received her highest honor, the Photographer Lifetime Achievement award. Her photographs were published in Life magazine, Best of Life, and many other publications.

Mille created lifetime memories for family and friends, never without her camera. “Group shot” were her favorite words. She will be remembered for her sense of humor, her heart of gold, and her willingness to share her unique creativity. She was one of a kind.

Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home on Sunday, April 18, from 2 – 5 PM. Funeral Service will follow at 5 PM. Private entombment at Forest Hill Memorial Park.

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Johnson-Reiss-Klemmer
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9200 S. 27th St. 414-761-2750
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