Sup. Patti Logsdon
Press Release

Supervisor Logsdon Expresses Condolences Following Death at Whitnall Park

 

By - Sep 24th, 2026 10:44 am

MILWAUKEE – Milwaukee County Supervisor Patti Logsdon is expressing her condolences following the death of an 80-year-old Franklin woman who was found in a vehicle at the Whitnall Park Beer Garden on Wednesday, September 16.

The Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office and Greendale Fire Department responded to the scene, where the woman was pronounced dead. The circumstances surrounding her death remain under investigation. According to Logsdon:

“I am deeply saddened by the death of an 80-year-old Franklin woman at Whitnall Park. My thoughts are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time. I also want to thank the Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office and Greendale Fire Department for their response.

“As the circumstances surrounding her death remain under investigation, I will respect that process and await additional information.”

Supervisor Logsdon represents Milwaukee County’s 9th District, which includes Franklin.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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