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Cynthia de Werff

August 24, 1953 - May 18, 2026
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Wednesday 5/27, 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Wednesday 5/27, 7:00 pm

It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we celebrate the life of Cynthia de Werff whose compassion, strength, and vibrant spirit touched countless lives. As a retired dedicated NICU nurse, she spent her career caring for the tiniest and most fragile patients, offering comfort, hope, and healing to families during some of their most difficult moments.

She lived life with color and joy, surrounding herself with vibrant hues that reflected her bright personality and warm heart. She had a passion for traveling the world, embracing every adventure with curiosity and excitement, always collecting memories and stories to share with those she loved.

Above all else, her family was her greatest priority and deepest joy. She gave endlessly of herself, always putting her loved ones first and creating a home filled with love, laughter, and unwavering support.

She is survived by her children Christina (Chad) Selode, Shaun de Werff, Michele (James) Stamper and Cassandra (David) Zisky. Her grandchildren Blake, Emma, Gavin, Jayden, Liam and Wren. Her sister Marilyn Kluge (Scott). She was preceded in death by her parents James and Ellaverne Leigh.

Visitation at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin will be held from 4:30 PM – 6:45 PM. Funeral Service at 7:00 PM, on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

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Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Wednesday 5/27, 4:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Wednesday 5/27, 7:00 pm
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It is with deep sorrow and immense love that we celebrate the life of Cynthia de Werff whose compassion, strength, and vibrant spirit touched countless lives. As a retired dedicated NICU nurse, she spent her career caring for the tiniest and most fragile patients, offering comfort, hope, and healing to families during some of theirContinue Reading

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Nancy Toelle left a message on May 25, 2026:
Cyndi will be remembered as a compassionate care giver and devoted mother with family first values. She tirelessly raised her four children, while working full time nights as a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Nurse at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. She adored children. As a child, her family moved to the Cooper Park neighborhood when she was starting first grade, and I attended school with her from 1st through 12th grades at 81st St. School, Wilbur Wright Jr. High, and Marshall High School. In her youth , she was a lover of medical TV dramas such as Dr. Kildare and Ben Casey, MD. I can still picture her watching Dr. Kildare reruns in the family room of her home on summer afternoons. Actor Richard Chamberlain starred in the Dr. Kildare tv show in the early to mid-sixties; Cyndi was enamored with him and the hospital setting. This was the start of her aspirations to become a nurse, and she succeeded in reaching this goal. In the last years of our friendship, we enjoyed "fun in the sun" poolside in Las Vegas, Vegas shows, Milwaukee and Elm Grove theatre performances, and Milwaukee symphony holiday concerts. I'll miss having our regular Tuesday morning coffee together, where we would share laughter and conversation. Cyndi truly loved all of her children and grandchildren, and I'm sure she will be on watch for them from heaven. Nancy Toelle
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Love, The Stamper Family left a message on May 21, 2026:
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