Brett Joseph Teichert

April 8, 1974 - June 13, 2025

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Krause Funeral Home New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue

New Berlin, WI 53151

Thursday 6/26, 3:00 pm

Krause Funeral Home New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue

New Berlin, WI 53151

Thursday 6/26, 4:00 pm

In lieu of flowers, donations are greatly appreciated to any of the following:

Wisconsin Humane Society

https://www.wihumane.org/donate/memorials-honorary-gifts

Elmbrook Humane Society

https://ebhs.org/donate-form/

Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

https://hawspets.org/monetary-donation/

Brett Joseph Teichert

1974-2025

Brett Joseph Teichert, 51, passed away after a brief illness on June 13, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI surrounded by his loving family and friends. Brett was born on April 8, 1974, in Arlington Heights, Illinois to William Teichert and Amy Gilmore. He had one sibling, his beloved brother Benjamin. He resided with his loving wife Jennifer (Popelier) in New Berlin, Wisconsin.

What stood out most about Brett was his charisma. He had a wonderful way of making people feel loved and appreciated. He was so positive and supportive and made you feel so comfortable and at ease, like you and he were old friends.

He loved going to Door County and spent many happy childhood days there at the family cottage, which he always considered his home away from home along with his grandparents’ home in Mount Prospect, Illinois.

From an early age and throughout his life Brett was always a musician. He played guitar and was also a singer and songwriter. Brett was known for composing music, his dedication to music was evident in his songs and performances.

Brett’s father William taught him and his brother Benjamin painting and drywall, and as a young adult they worked together in Illinois for a number of years. Brett always appreciated that his father taught him these skills that he utilized throughout his life.

Brett was the bar manager at the Rave club in Milwaukee from 2001 to 2004, also during this time he was the talented front man of the band Freak and played many shows in southeastern Wisconsin.

In 2004 he moved to Florida with his girlfriend Jennifer Popelier. They were married in Silver Springs, Florida in 2006. After moving back to Wisconsin in 2011 he started his own company Accomplished Tile and Painting, and in 2023 became a union painter and often worked at the same jobsites with his brother Ben and nephew Chase.

Brett is survived by his wife Jennifer (Popelier), father William Teichert and stepmom Diane (Haase), brother Benjamin Teichert (Tiffany Jordahl), and sister in law Lisa Teichert. Further survived by nieces Paige, Hope, Gracie, Bekah, Ellie and nephews Chase, Alex, Christopher, Mike, Michael, and grand nephews Nikola and Luka. Father and mother in law Lee and Mary Popelier, brother in laws Matthew Popelier (Christina), David Popelier (Andrea), Mark Popelier (Shirley) and sister in law Anel Popelier. Also aunt Nancy (David), cousins Michelle, Nathan and Josh, uncle Gary Rezeau (Marcia) and numerous friends, many considered as family.

Preceded in death by mother Amy Gilmore, uncle Robert Teichert, and aunt Marcia Rezeau.

Besides music, Brett loved spending time with his wife, family, friends and pets (dogs Jack and Charlie and cats Tio and Mia).

His legacy will live on through his music and his family and friends. Brett will be deeply missed and not forgotten. His love, his laughter and his spirit will forever be a part of us.

Visitation to be held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 West National Avenue New Berlin, Wisconsin 53151, from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM. Celebration of Life to begin at 4:00 PM. For those who cannot make the Celebration of Life in person, please click on the “Watch Service” button for live streaming.

Following the Celebration of Life, guests are invited to join the family for food and soft drink refreshments at VFW Post 5716, 17980 Beloit Road, New Berlin, WI 53146 until 9:00 PM. Please note the bar only accepts cash.

In lieu of flowers, donations are greatly appreciated to any of the following:

Wisconsin Humane Society

Elmbrook Humane Society

Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Rachel Smith

Jeni Carpenter

Christopher Popelier

Mark Andes

Nancy Teichert

Hope Kurth

Martina

Eddy Mazarredo

Sadeesh Kumar Santhanakrishnan

Steve Martin

Craig Gauntt

Krause Funeral Home New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue

New Berlin, WI 53151

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Thursday 6/26, 3:00 pm

Krause Funeral Home New Berlin

12401 West National Avenue

New Berlin, WI 53151

Map

Thursday 6/26, 4:00 pm

In lieu of flowers, donations are greatly appreciated to any of the following:

Wisconsin Humane Society

https://www.wihumane.org/donate/memorials-honorary-gifts

Elmbrook Humane Society

https://ebhs.org/donate-form/

Humane Animal Welfare Society (HAWS)

https://hawspets.org/monetary-donation/

Brett Joseph Teichert 1974-2025 Brett Joseph Teichert, 51, passed away after a brief illness on June 13, 2025, at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI surrounded by his loving family and friends. Brett was born on April 8, 1974, in Arlington Heights, Illinois to William Teichert and Amy Gilmore. He had one sibling, his beloved brotherContinue Reading

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We just watched the online Service and viewed the Tribute. Very well done. Our sympathies.

I am thinking of all who loved Brett; I did not know him very well. This afternoon, as I sang with a small group of "Seniors" at a nursing home here in Rock County, I thought of the blessing of long lives I and these people have experienced. It is a mission where I am privileged to be able to share my love of music and singing. Those attending Brett's funeral today were celebrating his love of music. My heart aches for all of those who knew and loved him and "his" music. May their memories comfort their achiing hearts. My son Joel and I are thankful for this opportunity to share the sorrow of the day with Jen, Lee, and my sister Mary. The love of music binds hearts together in a very special way.

In memory of Brett Joseph Teichert, Rachel Smith lit a candle

Sincerest condolences from the Arthur Carpenter branch of the family. May Brett rest in peace.

Love you Brett

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

In Dedication and Loving Memory of Brett Teichert, Brett: I’m writing this letter to you as if you are still here on this earth. I want to apologize to you, Ben, Jen, Bill and extended family for not being there to celebrate your life in person. I’m ashamed to say personal obligations that were made months ago, could not be postponed, it’s a lame excuse and I am guilt ridden because of it. Like so many of us, I wish had a last moment with you to express and tell you this: Brett: You are my cousin, my blood, my kin, a small family we have and when the passing of life happens, its significance is beyond measure of words. I have early memories of us in Virginia Beach, in Chicago, in Pekin IL, and of course Bonnie Brae (the Cottage) in Door County. When I think of you, I remember your quick wit, your loving demeanor, your sense of family and our talks you and I had. No matter how long time past, we always picked up where we left off. When You, Nate, Ben and I got together there was always a dare, an inside joke, adventure, boyhood imaginations that ran wild, child innocence grew to teenage and young adult bravado. I will miss those times at the cottage with all of the cousins, the laughter that filled those moments. Most of my memories are at the cottage with you, Ben, Nate, Michelle, Cassie, Mike, and Alison. Early memories are us pretending to be on a train when we would “ride” the old white iron double bench swing. Boy we would get that going, amazing it would hold together. Climbing trees and playing “thunder sticks”, utter destruction was had, but it was our way of collecting firewood. Running down the dunes at Whitefish Bay, canoeing and fishing at Clark Lake, Kangaroo Lake, and swimming in front of the cottage. The bon fires we had with our many iterations of the fire pit, long into the night with us howling to the moon. The teenage and young adults we would become, Brett playing guitar and singing, his talent shining upon us and gather us whole as we watched around the fire pit. The times we had at Al Johnson Swedish Restaurant, at Wilson’s, The Yum Yum Tree, playing pool at the Blue Ox, and hiking at Cave Point and Peninsula State Park (the Eagle Tower). I will always remember celebrating 4th of July, the fireworks that Gigi brought and the mayhem that would follow. The quiet times of us skipping rocks in front of the cottage, the walk to Tanks (Bley’s Grocery), getting past the scary Catholic Church in Jacksonport, to scaring the golfers at the Baileys Harbor Golf Course. The nostalgia of the memories, Brett you were part of something wonderful; those moments will always be uniquely ours. Brett: rest eternally with your mom Amy Gilmore, my mother Marcia Gilmore Rezeau, (Aunt Mike) Gigi (Marjorie Gilmore grandmother) Willis Gilmore(grandfather), Edith (great Grandmother), Poppy (Harry, great Grandfather) and all the family that have past on, but never forgotten. Brett: I will miss you, but you are having one heck of a family reunion in heaven. Save a seat for me at the cottage, at the fire pit, my cousin. Your home. Love Josh

So sorry to hear of Brett’s passing. I have so many great memories of all the times spent with Bill,Brett and BJ. It seems like a lifetime ago but will always remember those fun times. Sorry I can’t be there with you all but your in my thoughts for sure!

To Jen and all the blue-eyed Teichert's...Our thoughts and prayers are in Milwaukee...Forever in our hearts.... RIP Brett

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I’m so sorry to hear about Brett’s passing. I remember meeting him back in Milwaukee, his excitement, that spark in his eyes, and the love he had for music. It means the world to know I played even a small role in inspiring him. I was touched to hear he wrote “Memory Lane.” Please know I’m thinking of you all and holding you close in my heart. Brett left his mark, and he won’t be forgotten. With love and deepest sympathy, Mark Andes

My heart is broken...I didn't see this coming!! I thought we had all the time in the world! I miss your smile, your voice, your laughter, your funny sense of humor, everything about you. I was so glad I had the chance to be such a big part of your life. Watching you grow up was my privilege. If I could have gone in your place I would have rather he take me. I only wish it would work that way. Due to health reasons I can't attend your celebration of life and it's breaking my heart that I can't be there for it!! I will love you forever, Brett. David and I are going to watch online, but it's not the same. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Bill, Ben and Jen and our whole family and many friends!! RIP Dear Brett Until we meet again...And we will.

Love you Jen!! 💜

He was the best down stairs neighbor we had! Such a great guy! You will be missed. My condolences to the family and friends.

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I am very saddened by the news of the passing of your husband. My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

You will be missed Brett! Condolences to a wonderful colleague i have ever worked with! Our prayers are with you Jen!

I am so very sorry for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences.

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

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In memory of Brett Joseph Teichert, Craig Gauntt lit a candle

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