Akey, Thomas Russell
MADISON
Tom Akey's sun rose on July 28, 1963, and set on Nov. 19, 2009; 46 years of life, joy and love. He passed away after a brave and noble battle with leukemia at HospiceCare, in Madison. Born in Portage, he attended public schools in Pardeeville and Randolph, before moving to Elmwood, where he attended high school, distinguishing himself on the basketball court. He studied human services at Madison Area Technical College. He lived and worked in Madison; Sandusky, Ohio; Eau Claire; Austin, Minn.; and Tucson, Ariz. Upon returning to Madison, Tom set his sights higher and was hired by St. Vincent De Paul, where he became manager of the Processing Center. More than just a job, he considered his co-workers as family. In spring 2003, Tom met the love of his life, Kim Holmes, and they married the following September. Tom became a father to Kim's daughter, Keeya. The three enjoyed many trips, camping adventures and projects on their home, taking pleasure together in the little, simple things. Tom is survived by his wife, Kim; daughter, Keeya; mother, Janet Akey of Eau Claire; brothers, Robert and David; sister, Linda; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Russell, in 1996. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Nov. 28 2009, at 11 a.m., at the MCFARLAND LUTHERAN CHURCH, 5529 Marsh Road. A gathering of family and friends will be held following the service. Memorials may be made to the Society of St. Vincent De Paul, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, the McFarland Lutheran Church, or the Keeya Holmes-Meaux Continuing Education Fund.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 www.gundersonfh.com


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Anderson, Lavalla (Krueger)
DEERFIELD
Lavalla Lena Laura (Krueger) Anderson, age 90, passed away on Friday, November 20, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital, in Madison. She was born in Deerfield, on December 14, 1918, a daughter of Robert and Louisa (Glauvitz) Krueger. On January 18, 1942, she was united in marriage to Arnold Anderson at St. John's, in Newville. Lavalla was a wonderful person, who will be missed dearly by family and friends. She was a lifelong member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and a lifelong resident of Deerfield. Lavalla was a homemaker and also worked on the farm; milking cows and driving horses. She was involved with the Ladies Aid, at church, and enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, dancing, and bingo. She is survived by three daughters, Marlys (Dennis) Rahn, Rhonda Anderson, and Bonnie (John) Regnery; four grandchildren, Heidi Rahn, Jeff Rahn, Ann Regnery and Mike Regnery; a great-grandson, Bryce Rahn; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arnold; and brother, Roger. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 138 County Road BB, Marshall/ Deerfield, with the Rev. Paul Burk officiating. Burial will follow at Kroghville Cemetery. The family will greet friends at church on Tuesday from 10 a.m., until the time of service. Memorials may be made in Lavalla's name to Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church. Special thanks to Iver Erlandson.
Olson-Holzhuter-Cress 201 Bue St., Deerfield (608) 764-5369 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Barabas, Walter "Ted"
MADISON
Walter "Ted" Barabas, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009. He served in the U.S. Navy. Ted is survived by his daughter, Pamela Langlitz (Tim Price); granddaughter, Krystal Langlitz; sister, Kathleen (Jim) Maron; brother, Leonard Barabas; ex-wife, Beverly (Bob) Parrott; brother-in-law, Jim (Debbie) Shipley; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. There will be no services held. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or HospiceCare Inc. A special thank you to Peter Lunde, BPHCC, Austin Nwani, staff from the Madison VA/CSP, Emy Imhoff and HospiceCare for all of their wonderful care and support of Walter over the years.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 www.gundersonfh.com


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Behnke, Gary L.
WAUPACA
Gary L. Behnke, age 62, of Waupaca, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at Crystal River Nursing and Rehab Center. Gary was born in New London on March 29, 1947, the son of the late Leonard W. and Darlyne (Tyrrell) Behnke. Gary served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He was awarded the Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service against a hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam during a period of March 1968 to October 1968. On March 9, 1968, Gary married Marlene Maier in Madison. He is a member of St. Maximilian Kolbe Catholic Church. Gary is survived by his wife, Marlene Behnke of Waupaca; his children, Tom (Ameleah) Behnke of New Lenox, Ill., and Sally (Kyle Kenney) Behnke of Ogdensburg; his five grandchildren, April, Sam, Luke, Sarah and Ben; his sister, Gail (Jerome) Stephany of Lomira; and sister-in-law, Betty (Glenn) Fedkenheuer of Sun Prairie. The Funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. at ST. MAXIMILIAN KOLBE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 8611 State Highway 54, between Plover and Waupaca, with Father Daniel Farley officiating. Military Graveside Services will be in Little Wolf Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday evening from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the HOLLY FUNERAL HOME in Waupaca. In lieu of flowers, memorials greatly appreciated to the Waupaca Area Food Pantry, E908 County Road V, Scandinavia, WI 54977.
Holly Funeral Home Waupaca (715) 258-4020 www.hollyfuneralhome.com


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Bogue, George Douglas
PORTAGE
George Douglas Bogue, age 87, of Portage, died on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at the Veterans Hospital in King. Doug was born on Jan. 6, 1922, in Madison, the son of David and Margaret (Lyle) Bogue. Doug graduated from Portage High School in 1939. He attended Carroll College in Waukesha, receiving his B.A. in 1943. He earned his L.B. from University of Wisconsin Law School in 1949, and his L.L.D. from UW in 1966. Doug served his country in the U.S. Army from July 1943 to October 1945 with the Medical Corps of the Infantry, 77th Division, 305th Regiment. He was stationed at camps in Illinois, California, Arizona, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. In July 1944 he was sent overseas to Guam. During the rest of World War II he served in Leyte, Kerama Retto, Ieshima, Okinawa, Saipan, and then back to Guam. Doug received 11 decorations including the Purple Heart with two clusters, and the Silver Star. After graduation from law school, he was a partner with his father in the Bogue and Sanderson Law Firm for 29 years, until his father's death in 1978. He continued working in Portage until 1994 when his office was closed due to his illness. For a time Doug was a part-time coach for football and curling at Portage High School. In 1980-1981 his team won the State Curling Championship. Doug married Catherine McCarthy of Madison on July 21, 1950. They had a son, Cameron Scott Bogue on Dec. 6, 1955, in Madison. Doug was an avid curler, belonging to the Portage and Madison Curling Clubs. He was also very actively involved in fast-pitch softball. Doug is survived by his son, Cameron Bogue (Champ) of West Palm Beach, Fla.; his grandsons, Cameron Scott Bogue Jr., and Shane Daniel Bogue; his brother, David Bogue of Jupiter, Fla.; and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the PFLANZ MANTEY MENDRALA FUNERAL HOME in Portage with the Rev. David Hankins officiating. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery in Poynette. Visitation will be held on Monday from noon until the time of the service at the funeral home.
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Coronna, Katherine M.
MADISON
Katherine M. Coronna, age 90, passed away on Sept. 19, 2009. Katherine was born in Madison on April 3, 1919, to the late Joseph and Angela LaBella. A lifelong Madisonian and an employee of the University of Wisconsin, Katherine was known for her love of travel, classical opera and Italian cooking. Those who knew her enjoyed her special gift of hospitality and excellent meals. Her humor and warmth are missed by her family and friends. Survivors include her sons, Mark (Maryanne) of Stockholm and their children Aaron and Alissa, and David (Gail Mrozowski) of Chicago and their son Joseph; and a brother, Ernest (Josephine) LaBella of Madison. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mathew. A Memorial Mass for Katherine will be held Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at 11 a.m. at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 401 South Owen Drive, Madison with Monsignor Kenneth Fiedler presiding. Memorials may be made directly to HospiceCare Inc., 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 6021 University Ave. (608) 238-8406 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Dangl, Margaret
MADISON
Margaret Dangl, age 77, passed away Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009. Margaret was born in Madison on July 27, 1932, the daughter of Harry (Helen Dale) Frankey. She was a pharmacist in the Madison area for many years. Margaret is survived by her two sons, Peter and David Michalski; four grandchildren, Mandy, James, Jack and Anna Michalski; and a brother, Fred Frankey. A memorial gathering for friends and relatives will be held 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at the PRAIRIE PARK APARTMENTS COMMUNITY ROOM, 6530 Schroeder Road, Madison, WI 53711. A private family burial will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery, Madison.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Dybis, Anne C.
STOUGHTON
Anne C. Dybis (nee Zielinski) age 92, died on Nov. 15, 2009, at Nazareth Health and Rehabilitation Center in Stoughton. Anne was born on Aug. 20, 1917, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Sojek) Zielinski, and was united in marriage to John J. Dybis on Nov. 20, 1937. Anne was a loving homemaker, first for her husband and her only child, then for her two bachelor brothers. In 1990 Anne joined her son's family in Dunn Township where she became an active member of the Oregon Senior Center's C.L.U.B. group. In 2005 failing health caused a final move to Nazareth House where she received loving care from the first floor staff. Anne is survived by her grandsons, John E. of Chicago, Ill., and Mark R. (Karen) of Grosse Pointe Woods, Mich.; great-grandchildren, Peter and Robin; brother, Stanley Zielinski of Covington, Ga.; sister-in-law, Helen Zielinski of Niles, Ill.; daughter-in-law, Patricia of McFarland; and many nieces and nephews. Anne was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John J.; son, John W.; sisters, Angeline Cizek and Frances Pasowitz; brothers, Walter and Joseph Zielinski; and in-laws, Marian and Frank Dybis, Lillian and Casimir Dybis, Antoinette and Walter Hudek, Phyllis and Stanley Dybis, Peter Ciszek, Stanley Pasowitz and Virginia Zielinski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. at ST. JOHN CANTIUS CHURCH in Chicago with burial taking place in St. Adalbert Cemetery in Niles, Ill. The family wishes to thank all of the staff at Nazareth for their loving care and support; roommate Marie, and Monsignor Healy for his many visits and prayers.


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Frame, Fern Lucile
BLUE MOUNDS
Fern Lucile Frame, age 88, of Blue Mounds, died on Saturday, November 21, 2009, at Hospice Care, Inc. in Fitchburg. She was born July 6, 1921, in Springdale Township to William and Mable (Anderson) Smith. Fern married Glenn Frame on August 27, 1938, and they farmed in Vermont Township. Glenn preceded her in death, on November 9, 1996. She loved to paint, did troll ceramics and taught rosemaling. She was a cook for the Mount Horeb Schools, for over 26 years. She was an avid deer hunter and looked forward to hunting each year, with all of the family and friends gathering at her home to hunt together. She hunted and got her last deer, at age 80. How amazing, she left this earth at the opening hours of deer season. She is now in Happy Hunting ground with her "man," Glenn. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, in Mount Horeb. She was very active as a member at both West Blue Mounds Lutheran Church and Immanuel Lutheran Church, as a Sunday school teacher, council member and serving with the ladies aid. She was also a member of the Sons of Norway in Mount Horeb. Fern is survived by her children, David Frame, Donna Greenwood, Steve (Jane) Frame all of Blue Mounds; nine grandchildren, Martin (Christine) Frame, Dwight Frame, Heidi (Mike) Eichorst, Robert (Tari) Greenwood, Rebecca (Randal) White, George (Heather) Greenwood, Laura (Will) Smith, Glenn (Brandie) Greenwood, and Jon Frame; fifteen great-grandchildren; two sisters, Shirley Lindroth of Mount Horeb and Vivian Dodge of Arena; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 59 years; a brother, William Smith; two sisters, Anne Kelly and Velma Zweifel; a daughter-in-law, Jeanette Frame; and a son-in-law, Charles Greenwood. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 310 W. Main St., Mount Horeb, with the Rev. Jared Parmley officiating. Burial will be at West Blue Mounds Lutheran Cemetery. Friends may call from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at the ELLESTAD CAMACHO FUNERAL HOME, 500 N 8th St., Mount Horeb.
www.ellestadfuneralhome.com (608) 437-5077


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Horton, Michele L.
COLUMBUS
Michele L. Horton, age 40, died unexpectedly with her family by her side on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. She was born on Dec. 13, 1968, in Columbus, to Tony and Mary (Raabe) Markhardt. Michele was a 1987 graduate of the Fall River High School and a 1991 graduate of UW-Stevens Point, majoring in psychology. Michele was married to Tim Horton on Feb. 2, 2002, in Jamaica. She was employed at Dodge County Human Services in Juneau, as a juvenile social worker. Michele loved shopping and traveling, but most importantly, was devoted to her family. Michele was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Columbus. Survivors include her husband, Tim of Columbus; two children, Tyler and Lindsey; parents, Tony and Mary Markhardt of Columbus; one sister, Robyn (Matt) Johnson of Fall River; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roger and Margaret Horton of Fox Lake; brother-in-law, James (Margaret Romens) Horton of Columbus; sister-in-law, Lisa (James) Stefanski of Tomah; two nieces, Hailey Johnson and Marisa Stefanski; four nephews, Logan Johnson, Benjamin and Adam Lang, Joshua Stefanski; aunts; uncles; other relatives; and friends. She was preceded in death by her grandparents; and sister-in-law, Lori Lang. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at JENSEN FUNERAL and CREMATION, Columbus. Private family graveside inurnment will be in Hampden Cemetery, Town of Hampden. Michele will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Jensen Funeral and Cremation Columbus (920) 623-5850 jensenfuneralandcremation.com


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Johnson, Lawrence E.
MARSHALL
Lawrence E. Johnson, age 87, passed away November 20, 2009, at Sun Prairie Health Care Center. He was born May 16, 1922, in Marshall, Wisconsin to John and Evelyn (Chadwick) Johnson. He graduated from Marshall High School in 1939, before he married Eleanor Trachte, on November 25, 1943, in Marshall. Lawrence was employed at Oconomowoc Canning Company in Sun Prairie, for thirty five years. He and Eleanor purchased their farm in Marshall, in 1957, which they continued to operate their entire lives. He will be remembered for his love of gardening, music, woodworking and, most of all, his family. Lawrence is survived by three daughters, Patricia Casto of Columbus, Ohio; Sandra Ruskin, Sun Prairie; Beverly (Dale) Woldt of Marshall; three brothers, Harold Johnson of Dewitt, Iowa; Stanley Johnson of Marshall; Theodore (Della) Johnson of Marshall; two sisters, Janice (Vernon) Wiehert of Waterloo; Evelyn Schumacher of Strawberry Point, Iowa; nine grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded by his parents, his wife and three brothers. Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m., Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at the UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, in Marshall. A visitation will be held from 2 p.m., until time of service at church, on Wednesday. Burial will follow in Medina Cemetery in Marshall. A memorial fund is being established in memory of Lawrence.
All Faiths Funeral and Cremation Services Madison, Wisconsin www.866allfaiths.com


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Jones, William Harold "Bill"
AVOCA
William Harold "Bill" Jones, age 95, of Avoca, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at Bloomfield Manor. Bill was born on Sept. 16, 1914, near Barneveld to Griffith and Olga (Jabs) Jones. He married the former Lillian Richards of Blue Mounds on June 7, 1941. Bill worked road construction for Edward Kramer and Sons and then Wingra Co. Bill is survived by three daughters, Doris Tomashaska of Highland, Ruth (Helmuth) Krause of Highland, and Rosemary Jones of Madison; five sons, Edward (Linda) Jones of Avoca, Russell Jones of Fort Atkinson, Ray (Barbara) Jones of Dodgeville, Randy (Vicky) Jones of Pittsville, and Jim Jones of Cobb; 23 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; three sisters-in-law, Acola Jones, Anna (Dean) Sheldon and Lorraine Richards; a brother-in-law, Melvin (Kay) Johnson; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; an infant son, William Jr.; his parents; an infant sister; two brothers, Llewellyn and Garfield Jones; a son-in-law, Donald Tomashaska; a daughter-in-law, Sue Jones; a grandson, Michael Jones; and a great-grandson, Nathan Krause. Funeral services will be held at noon Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at the MCGUIRE-PETERSON-HOUCK FUNERAL HOME in Highland. Pastor Dana Mark Wilkie will officiate with burial in the Avoca Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday after 10 a.m.
McGuire-Peterson-Houck Funeral Home (608) 929-4815 www.houckfuneralhomes.com


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Karls, Rosina M.
WAUNAKEE
Rosina M. Karls, age 84, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009, at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on June 29, 1925, the daughter of John H. and Regina (Statz) Maly. Rosina was united in marriage to John M. Karls on Oct. 29, 1946, at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Dane. She was a stay-at-home mom who farmed with her husband for 36 years. She was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Waunakee and a former member of St. Michael's Catholic Church, Dane where she was active in the Altar and Rosary Society as well as its bowling league. Additionally, she was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and County Homemakers both of Dane. In her spare time Rosina enjoyed baking, cooking, dancing, playing cards, bowling, and volunteering at Waunakee Manor and Assisted Living. She is survived by her children, Jerome Karls of Dane, John (Cecille) Karls of Lodi, and Karie (Craig) Garfoot of Fond du Lac; grandchildren, Scott (Marsha) Laufenberg of Bowling Green, Ky., Craig Laufenberg and Dean (Val) Laufenberg all of Waunakee, Stacy (Brian) Danz of Neenah, John J. Karls of Waunakee, Paige Karls, William Karls, Julia Karls all of Lodi, Jamie Karls of Grafton, Janelle Karls of St. Paul, Minn., Jordan Karls of Dane, Melissa Garfoot of Waunakee, and Brandon Garfoot and Brittany Garfoot both of Fond du Lac; great-grandchildren, Patrick, Molly and Addison Laufenberg; son-in-law, Henry Laufenberg of Waunakee; faithful companion, Elmer Bram; sister, Mildred (Reynold) Theis; brothers, Ray (Elsie) Maly and Andrew Maly; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband in 1982; her son, Donald in 1969; her daughter, Shirley Laufenberg in 1991; grandson, Justin Powell in 1990; and brother, Norbert Maly in 1974. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 11 a.m. at ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH, 209 South St., Waunakee with Father Patrick J. Wendler presiding. Visitation will be held on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. at the WINN-CRESS FUNERAL HOME and on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be held in St. Michael's Cemetery, Dane. The family would like to thank her neighbors, friends, Senior Center volunteers, Senior Care helpers and most recently HospiceCare for their care and compassion. Memorials would be appreciated to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church or HospiceCare.
Winn-Cress Funeral Home 5785 Highway Q, Waunakee www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Koenecke, Dr. Fred H. "Fritz"
RICHLAND CENTER
Dr. Fred H. "Fritz" Koenecke, passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. Fritz was born in Ceylon, Minn., to Fred H. Sr. and Wilhemina (Olsen) Koenecke, but spent most of his adult life living in Madison and, after retirement, rural Richland County. After graduation from the University of Minnesota Medical School and serving his country overseas in post-war Europe as a general practitioner, Fritz attended UW Medical School, specializing in psychiatry. Fritz's professional and personal accomplishments are too numerous to list, but among those of which he was most proud were his involvement in Rotary International (club president and Paul Harris Fellow recipient), retiring as a commander of the United States Naval Reserve, being named Tree Farmer of the Year in Richland County, serving on the State Board of the Wisconsin Woodland Association, and being the founding medical director of Newstart Program in Madison where his insight into the importance of healing the entire family has helped revolutionize treatment of addiction. Fritz is survived by his adoring wife, Laurie; his two sons of whom he was so proud, Eric and Jay; a loving stepdaughter, Elizabeth (James Stahr) Kerwin; grandchildren, Tyler, Allison, Lilly and Maggie; brother, Don; and sister, Elinor. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Howard; daughter, Elise Koenecke McDaniels; and daughter-in-law, Peggi Curran Koenecke. Fritz relished his life and fought hard to stay with us as long as he could. With the loving care of his Hospice team and all the many family and friends who were able to shower him with love and appreciation over this past year, Fritz lived his final months with dignity and self-determination. A private service, with full military honors, was held Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2009, with interment at Forest Hill Cemetery in Madison next to his daughter Elise. Please join us for a celebration of Fritz's life, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 1, 2010, at the Landmark Auditorium of the First Unitarian Society, 900 University Bay Drive in Madison. Memorials may be made to HospiceCare Inc., 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Kratochwill, Patrick "Zeke"
FENNIMORE
Patrick "Zeke" Kratochwill, age 68, died Thursday, November 17, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital, in Madison. He was born June 29, 1941, in Prairie du Chien, to Paul and Catherine (Fogarty) Kratochwill. He married Marcia Freymiller, in 1967.
He is survived by two daughters,
Krista (Brian) Kreul of Madison and Kari Kratochwill of Milwaukee; a g
randson,
Derek Kreul; three b
rothers,
Dan (Mary Lou) Kratochwill of Glenview, Ill., Bruce (Darlene) Kratochwill of Mokena, Ill., Mike (Peg) Kratochwill of Waukesha; two
sisters,
Sue (Bob) Halliday of Lincolnshire, Ill., Mary Jo (Bob) Swafford of New Lenox, Ill.; an u
ncle,
Richard (Dottie) Kratochwill of Winterhaven, Fla.; and m
any nieces; nephews; great-nieces; and great-nephews.
His passing is also mourned by the family of the late Ed and Ruby Freymiller, who loved Zeke, like a brother and uncle.
He is preceded in death by his parents,
Paul and Catherine. Funeral Services will be held at ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, in Fennimore, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, with Father George Horath officiating. Burial will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery, in Fennimore. Friends may call from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m., on Monday, November 23, 2009, at the LARSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, in Fennimore.


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Linley, Vernona Jane (Hurd)
MIDDLETON
Vernona Jane Linley passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 18, 2009, at Wynwood Assisted Living, in Madison. "Nona" was born on December 23, 1921, in Flora Township, Boone City, Ill. (near Belvidere). She was the third of seven children born to Vernon and Rose (Allen) Hurd. When she was two, her family moved to Madison, and she spent the rest of her life in the area. Nona attended Randall Elementary School and Madison West Junior and Senior High Schools, graduating in 1939. She then attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, until the beginning of World War II, when she cut back on her classes to work as an aircraft instrument mechanic, at the Army Air Corps base at Truax Field, and as an inspector of mortar shell fins at Madison Kipp Corporation. After the war, she met William F. Linley, a young veteran recently returned from four years in the Pacific Theatre. A whirlwind courtship culminated in their marriage at Blessed Sacrament Church, on September 7, 1946. Nona and Bill then moved to Middleton, where they eventually built a house on a tract of land on Elmwood Avenue owned by Nona's parents. Three of Nona's siblings soon followed suit, and the row of five houses (the fifth belonging to Nona's parents) gave the siblings' combined 18 offspring the unique opportunity to grow up next door to one another. It was an experience the cousins all appreciated, and as adults, they continue to benefit, sharing a strong bond that was forged in their shared childhood. Nona enjoyed her role as a full time wife and mother, and became active in the community and in her children's activities. She taught catechism, worked with Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts, gave piano lessons, gardened, sewed, decorated, redecorated and remodeled. In 1964, with all of her six children still living at home, Nona took the somewhat unusual step (for the time) of returning to UW-Madison, as a part-time student. She graduated, in June 1966, with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, and accepted a position teaching second grade at Waunakee Elementary School, where she taught until her retirement in 1980. A school assignment for one of her own children in the early 1970s, rekindled an interest in family history that Nona had inherited from her mother. That interest grew and broadened, becoming one of the great passions of Nona's life. Over the next 30 years, she devoted herself to recording the history and genealogy of her own family, and that of her husband. Nona compared her search for missing details to the solving of mysteries, and her pursuit of information brought her in contact with many new friends and, then, unknown relatives, across the country and in Europe. She wrote and published eight genealogy books and was nearing the completion of two more, when health concerns led to her decision to pass her files on to younger family members to carry on her work. Along with her fascination with genealogy, Nona enjoyed traveling, spending time with her family, and attending the various events of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was active in a number of groups and committees at St. Bernard Catholic Church, in Middleton, the VFW Auxiliary, the Governor Nelson Dewey Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Society of Mayflower Descendants,

and the Dane County Chapter of Wisconsin Right to Life. Nona is survived by her children, Jane LaFlash, Madison; James A. Linley and his wife, Jenny, Middleton; Mary Statz, Martinsville; Thomas H. Linley, Madison; and Lori Linley Liebetrau and her husband, Mark, Mount Horeb. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Chad LaFlash and his husband, Dale Decker; Jason LaFlash, his wife, Lisa and their children, Saxon and Finley; Staci Linley Stender, her husband, Mark, and their children, Emily, Kathrine, William, and Linley; Branden Linley, his wife, Kimberly, and their son, Mason; Nathan Linley, his wife, Fazila, and their children, Elyas, Imran and Yasmin; Erin Linley Holland and her husband, Jase; Joshua Statz, his wife, Gina, and their daughters, Sydney and Addison; Jacob Statz, his wife, Kristin, and their son, Braydon; Micaela Statz LaChance, her husband, Charlie, and their daughter, Sienna; Adam Statz; a foster grandson, Mark Hollowitsch and his family; and two step-grandchildren, Kevin and Kyle Liebetrau. Nona is further survived by her daughter-in-law, Kathy (Rick) Cotton; her sisters, Ruth (Arnold) Mier and Beth (Russell) Gessler; her brother, David (Ethel) Hurd; her sisters-in-law, Esther Fortier and Mavis (Jerome) Fieber; her brother-in-law, Michael (Betty) Linley, and many cousins; nieces; nephews; and friends. Nona was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Linley Sr., in 1988; a son, William F. Linley Jr., in 1984; an infant daughter, Marilyn, in 1953; and a son-in-law, David Statz, in 2000. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Vernon and Rose Hurd; her brothers, John "Jack" Hurd, Robert (Hazel) Hurd, and Richard Hurd; her in-laws, Henry and Ethel Linley; Iona and Eldon Smith; Marie and Leo Handel; Eleanor and Clayton Fitzgerald and James H. Linley. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7450 University Ave., Middleton, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, with Monsignor Douglas Dushack presiding. There will be a visitation at the GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Ave., Middleton, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Monday, November 23, 2009. There will also be a visitation on Tuesday, at the church, from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment will take place at St. Barnabas Cemetery, Mazomanie, at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to HospiceCare Inc., of Madison. Nona's children and family would like to thank Ruth and Arnie Mier, for their tremendous help during Nona's last few years at home; the caregivers at Wynwood of Madison Assisted Living Facility, especially Rosemary, Ablavi, LayFraniea, Gwen, Kaji, Sue, and Kevin, who took such wonderful care of Nona over the last few years, particularly in the last months of her life; and the staff and volunteers of HospiceCare, especially Julie, Val, and Joan.
"Mom—not only were you a wonderful mother, you were a role model; patient, loving and kind. You made the right choices, did the right things, and set a strong example for all of us. Thank you for the love you gave us (and, in turn taught us how to give), the warm and secure home you made for us (and, in turn, taught us how to make for our families) and the lasting legacy you gave us in the genealogies you created. You were our rock and we consider ourselves so fortunate to have been your children. May you never walk alone."
Gunderson West Funeral and Cremation Centers 7435 University Ave. (608) 831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com


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Little, George D. the Rev.
MADISON
The Rev. George Daniel Little "Dan", age 79, died peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, Nov. 16, 2009, at HospiceCare's Don and Marilyn Anderson Center after a 19-month long battle with brain cancer. Dan was born on Dec. 18, 1929, in St. Louis, Mo., the middle son of the Rev. Henry Little and Agathe Daniel Little. With his brothers Henry and David, Dan grew up in Winnetka, Ill., where he graduated from New Trier high school in 1947, followed by his graduation from Princeton University in 1951 with a bachelor's degree in Philosophy. In 1954 Dan received a graduate degree from McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago where he received training in urban ministry and also met and married fellow-student Joan McCafferty in 1953. Following seminary and Dan's ordination as a 5th-generation minister in the United Presbyterian Church USA (UPCUSA), Dan and Joan spent two years in London, England, where Dan began his ministry among several dock workers' parishes. In 1956, Dan and Joan moved to Pittsburgh, Pa., where Dan became the organizing pastor of a new inter-city church development, Friendship Community Church. In 1962 Dan assumed a position with the UPCUSA's Board of National Missions in New York City. At that time, he and his family settled in Ridgewood, N.J., for the next 22 years. That same year he was arrested and jailed with other clergy participating in a civil rights march in Albany, Ga. Dan's national service to the UPCUSA culminated with his appointment in 1977 as the Executive Director of the General Assembly Mission Council, the church's highest executive office. Dan returned to parish ministry in 1984, when he was called to serve First Presbyterian Church in Ithaca, N.Y. At the conclusion of nine years in Ithaca, N.Y. Dan served in several significant interim positions as Interim President of McCormick Theological Seminary in Chicago, Ill. and as Pastor-in-Residence at Village Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village, Kan., and at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Minneapolis, Minn. In 1999 Dan and Joan retired to Madison. Dan spent the years before his brain cancer diagnosis in April of 2008, enjoying his children and grandchildren, serving his local Presbytery and the boards of two church-related organizations, working on a family history project, developing his cooking and painting skills and learning to play the piano. Prior to their deaths in 2007, Dan also cared for Joan over many years as she struggled with dementia, and for his brother, Henry throughout his life-long battle with schizophrenia. Dan's appreciation of the richness of life and the diversity of all God's children was palpable. Throughout his life he remained committed to social justice and to the struggle to secure civil rights for all. He also tirelessly sought new ways to think; new ways to discern what is possible and new ways to apprehend, to appreciate and to live into God's truth. Through his relationships, family members, friends, colleagues and parishioners, and through his participation in the arts, he taught those who knew and loved him important lessons about how to live well and how to die well. Dan was preceded in death by his daughter, Cynthia, in 1993; his parents; his wife, Joan; and his brother, Henry. He is survived by his children, Deborah (Bill) Cohn of Madison, Alice (Jean) Grevet of Verrieres-le-Buisson, France, Daniel (Linda) Anderson-Little of St. Louis, Mo., and Benjamin Little of Phoenix, Ariz.; seven grandchildren, Nathaniel and Abigail Cohn, Catherine and Jeremy Grevet, and Daniel, Jacob and Leah Anderson-Little; his brother and sister-in-law, David and Priscilla Little; and a host of extended family members; friends; and loved ones. A memorial service will be held at COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 326 South Segoe Road, Madison, (608) 233-6297, on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at 11 a.m. A light lunch will be served at the church following the service. The family requests memorial gifts in lieu of flowers to McCormick Theological Seminary or to any of the following Madison, WI organizations: Covenant Presbyterian Church, Oakwood Retirement Village, or HospiceCare, Inc.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road Madison (608) 238-3434 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Lovicott, Frank Sr.
DEFOREST
Frank Lovicott Sr., age 85, with his family at his side, died peacefully, as they witnessed the end of his journey on Earth, on November 20, 2009, at HospiceCare, in Fitchburg. He was born on the family farm in the Township of Hampton, on December 23, 1923, to Frances and Anna Lovicott. He served his country in the South Pacific, in the Army, during World War II, and was wounded during active combat, in the 37
th Infantry. Upon returning from war, Frank met the love of his life, who lived in Pittsburgh, Penn., and married Rita La Verne Hines in Sun Prairie, on April 10, 1948. They made their home in DeForest, where he proudly served as a volunteer firefighter, for over 22 years. He was also a 58 year member of the American Legion Post No. 348. He loved serving his community with his fellow fireman and Legionnaires, with many memories and lots of stories. Frank's career for over 43 years was in the trucking industry. He owned his own business for 36 years, hauling for the DeForest Milk Company and retired from Stockley, in 1988. He loved to work in his yard, tending to his flowers and garden, fixing things in his garage, playing cards, keeping his squirrels well fed and always cherished visits from his children, grandchildren and their pets. He enjoyed fishing, but would set his pole down to help his grandkids put on worms, take off fish and untangle fishing lines non-stop, so they could have fun. Frank was also an avid bowler. He leaves behind his loving wife of over 61 years, Rita LaVerne, four children, Tip (Yvonne) Lovicott of Sun Prairie, Kathy (Mike) Zimmermann of McFarland, Greg (Terri) Lovicott of Marshall and Sandy (Ron) Asher in London, England; eight grandchildren, Marc and Brad Lovicott, Jennifer (Dave) Lippitt, Brandon Zimmermann, Kasey and Katie Lovicott; Elizabeth and Natalie Asher. Brothers, Gordon (Laurie) Lavicott in Maryland, Francis (Patricia) Lovicott of Missouri and sister, Mabel Wampole of Beaver Dam; and other relatives, nieces, nephews and long time friends. Preceding him in death are his parents; mother and father-in-law, Harry and Marcella Hines; brothers, Kenneth, Gerald, Darwin; and sisters, Sylvia (Morton) Johnson and Betty (Lovicott) Crossman. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. OLAF'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 623 Jefferson Street, DeForest, on Monday, November 23, 2009, at 11 a.m., with Father Gary Wankerl celebrating. A visitation will also be held at the church, on Monday from 9 a.m., until the time of services. Burial will conclude at the St. Olaf Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to St. Olaf's Catholic Church, in DeForest, or to the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center, in Fitchburg.
The family is sincerely appreciative for the love, care and patience the Hospice staff provided him over the weeks. We can't thank you enough for your compassion for him and helping the family through this difficult time.
"He was a man that served his country, community and so loved his family. We have comfort that your pain is no more. We love you papa and will miss you so much!!"
Ryan Funeral Home and Cremation Services Windsor/ DeForest Chapel 6924 Lake Road (608) 846-4250 www.ryanfuneralservice.com


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Luchsinger, Willis E.
NEW GLARUS
Willis Elmer Luchsinger, age 88, of New Glarus, died on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, surrounded by his family. Willis was born on Oct. 9, 1921, in Postville in York Township, Green County, to Sam and Elizabeth (Elmer) Luchsinger. He was confirmed in the Swiss United Church of Christ in New Glarus in 1938. He was married on Oct. 17, 1945, in the Perry Lutheran Church in Daleyville, to Lennys Jelle. Willis and Lennys farmed for ten years, then he worked at Pet Milk in New Glarus, Fisher Body in Janesville, and later retired from the Pleasant View Nursing Home in Monroe, after working there for 27 years. Willis loved cutting wood, stamp collecting, studying the weather, traveling and taking pictures, especially day trips including going to Devil's Lake and the Mississippi, and watching the squirrels and birds in the back yard. Most of all he loved having his family, grandkids and great-grandkids near by. Willis encouraged his daughters to make music, and enjoyed hearing them sing and play. Willis is survived by his wife, Lennys Luchsinger of New Glarus; four daughters, Lynn (Ben) Schwoerer of New Glarus, Beth Luchsinger of New Glarus, Kaye (Karl) Gmur of New Glarus, and Lori (Byron) Ward of Poynette; brother-in-law, Obert (Marietha) Jelle of Mount Horeb; sister-in-law, Carol (Ken) Nyland of New Glarus; ten grandchildren, Teresa Pelton, Jim Schwoerer, Joy Warner, Tiffany Schwoerer, Jamie Doeseckle, Monika Pernot, Bill Gmur, Kris Gmur, Jeremie Ward, Melissa Ward; 11 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and in-laws, Alster and Carol Jelle and Sharon and Fritz Durst. A celebration of the life of Willis will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at 2 p.m. at SHEPHERD OF THE HILL LURTHERAN CHURCH, New Glarus at 506 12th Avenue. The Rev. Gene Talley will officiate. The family will receive friends from 12 p.m. until the time of service at the church. The Saether Funeral Home in Blanchardville is assisting the family. Online memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.saetherfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, the family is establishing a memorial fund.
Saether Funeral Home Blanchardville (608) 523-4247


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Meyer, Arlene K.
MADISON
Arlene K. Meyer died on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at HospiceCare. She was born in Adams Township, rural Monticello, the daughter of Albert Jr. and Frieda (Spring) Wittwer. Arlene graduated from Monticello High School and attended Madison Business College. Arlene was employed at the Monroe Clinic in Monroe for 20 years, and retired from the State Medical Society of Wisconsin located in Madison after 20 years of service. Upon retirement from the Medical Society she continued doing administrative services for the Wisconsin Associate of Medical Directors from her home and was employed part time in the Department of Community Relations and Development at St. Mary's Hospital Medical Center of Madison. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Theresa Phillips; and nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Clarence in 1967; a brother, Wilbert "Burt" in 1992; and her sister, Florence Crouch in February 2009. Funeral services will be held on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at 2 p.m. at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison, with the Rev. Bryan Peterson officiating. There will be a visitation at the funeral home one hour before the service. Burial will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens. Memorials are suggested to HospiceCare or a charity of one's choice.
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Moll, Awaldt "Jim"
RIO
Awaldt "Jim" Moll, age 85, passed away peacefully early Friday morning, Nov. 20, 2009, at his residence. A lifelong resident of Rio, he was born on Dec. 19, 1923, in Rio to the late Herman and Anna (Tramp) Moll. He was proud to have been a farmer all of his life. He attended Gilbert School in the Township of Lowville and married Mary Ann Reynolds on Sept. 4, 1947. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Ann; sons, James (Kristine) Moll of Rio, John (Peggy) Moll of Poynette, and Jerry (Jana) Moll of Rio; daughters, Jean (Steve) Thiele of Rio, and Julie Moll of Pardeeville;
and friend, Todd Denzer;
sisters-in-law, Betty Bandsma of Fall River, Adeline Reynolds of Oak Creek, and Patricia (Duwayne) Riley of Portage; brother-in-law, John (Carol) Reynolds of Au Train, Mich.; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren with three more on the way; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Robert Moll; and sisters, Sylvia Andrews and Anita Moll. Memorial services will be held (tomorrow) on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, at noon at SMITH-VANGEN FUNERAL HOME, 401 Angel Way, Rio. Pastor David Lusse will preside. Friends may call for visitation from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Private inurnment will follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jim's memory may be made to Home Health United Hospice, 1111 8th St., Baraboo, WI 53913 or to a charity of one's choice.


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Nissenbaum, Jack Edward
MADISON
Jack Edward Nissenbaum, passed from this life on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2009, at UW Hospital. His family gratefully thanks Dr. Julie Chang, the hematology lab, chemotherapy dept., and Nancy Turman for their cheerful, supportive care during his journey. To the nursing staff on B6/6, your tender care of Jack was deeply appreciated. Please join us as we celebrate his funeral Mass on Saturday, Nov. 28, 2009, at 11 a.m. at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 602 Everglade Drive, Madison with Monsignor Donn Heiar presiding. Burial with full military honors will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. A gathering of family and friends will start at 2 p.m. at Jack and Deb's home.
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Rott, Robert J.
WONEWOC
Robert J. Rott, age 89, of Wonewoc, died Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at the UW Hospital in Madison. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at the HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC CHURCH in LaValle with Father Bernard Rott officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Ironton Township. Friends may call on Monday, Nov. 23, 2009, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a Scripture Service at 8 p.m. at the THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME in Wonewoc, and again from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Robert's name for an Ag Fund to be established. The Thompson Funeral Home, 402 Center St., Wonewoc, is assisting the family - www.thompsonfuneralservice.com for more information.


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Sanders, Jerry
MADISON
Jerry Sanders, age 69, passed away on Thursday, November 19, 2009, at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. A gathering for his homecoming will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at 1 p.m. at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 E. Washington Ave., with services starting at 2 p.m.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3325 E. Washington Ave Madison, WI (608) 249-6666


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Seeger, Tracie J.
SUN PRAIRIE
Tracie J. Seeger, age 49, passed away after a long battle with breast cancer on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2009, at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. Funeral arrangements are pending. A complete obituary will appear in the Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, paper. Cress Funeral Home, Sun Prairie is assisting the family with arrangements.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 1310 Emerald Terrace Sun Prairie (608) 837-9054 www.cressfuneralservice.com


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Stamstad, Thomas "Tom"
MADISON
Thomas "Tom" Stamstad passed away on Oct. 2, 2009, at UW Hospital. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, at 1 p.m. at THE UNITARIAN MEETING HOUSE, 900 University Bay Drive, in Madison. There will be a reception immediately following the service. Friends are also invited to an Open House at 6517 Piedmont Road, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.


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Tessmann, Mildred "Millie"
MADISON
Mildred "Millie" Tessmann, age 96, passed away peacefully at HospiceCare in Fitchburg on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009. She was born in Watertown to Charles and Emma Neubauer on May 29, 1913. On June 17, 1933, she married John Tessmann in Watertown. They moved to Madison where they raised their four children. She enjoyed gardening, especially her flower gardens, which she worked in right through her last summer. In later years she was always ready to play a game of cards. Mount Olive Lutheran Church, of which she and John were founding members, was the focus point of her life. She sang in the choir for more than 50 years and was blessed with a beautiful soprano voice up to the time of her passing. In later years she was active in the quilting group there. She also embroidered the Baptismal napkins used in Mount Olive for more than 60 years. She was employed for many years at SS Kresge, on the Square in Madison and at Westgate. Her survivors include her children, Joan (Paul) Dunn of El Cajon, Calif., Grant (Yvonne) of Fitchburg, Sharon (King) Mahoney of Blue Mounds, and Don (Shirley) of Greensboro, N.C.; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; brother, Donald of Watertown; and special friends, Mabel Hummel, Richard and Barb Day, and Louie and Karen Gardner. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; and seven siblings. A "Celebration of Life" Service and Gathering will be held Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at 1:30 p.m. at MOUNT OLIVE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 110 N. Whitney Way, Madison, WI 53705. A luncheon for family, parishioners and friends will be served at church prior to the service beginning at noon. The family wishes to extend special thanks to the nurses and doctors at both St. Mary's 8SW unit and Pod 4 at HospiceCare. The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials are made to Mount Olive Quilters and HospiceCare, designated for use in maintaining the beautiful gardens.
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Walker, Duard L.
MADISON
Longtime Madison resident and University of Wisconsin Emeritus Professor, Duard Lee Walker, MD, died Monday, Sept. 14, 2009. Private interment will take place, Friday, Nov. 27, 2009, at 1 p.m., at Forest Hill Cemetery. Friends and colleagues are invited to join the family at the BLACKHAWK COUNTRY CLUB from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m., after the interment. In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the Carbone Cancer Center or HospiceCare Inc.


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Westley, Rosemary
MADISON
Rosemary Westley, age 96, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov. 20, 2009, at Segoe Gardens in Madison. Arrangements are pending and a full obituary will follow.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service Madison (608) 238-3434


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