Obituaries

Nov 21, 2024

MADISON – Dann W. Conner, age 80 of Madison, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, on Thursday, November 21, 2024. He was born in Vanita, Oklahoma on Oct. 6, 1944, the son of Orvin W. and Ruby B. (Collier) Conner.

Following graduation from Vanita High School in 1961, Dann went on to barber...

Nov 10, 2024

Pauline “PJ” Janet Richmond, age 61, of Janesville, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on November 10, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

PJ was born on March 10, 1963, at Ft. Leonard, Missouri, to David and Diane (Propst) Brunsell. Over the years, she touched many lives, but her true passion was working with animals. She dedicated over 30 years...

Nov 1, 2024

JANESVILLE – Janet Marlene Jacobson, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, November 1, 2024. She was born in Stoughton, Wis., on May 7, 1938, the daughter of Chester and Dorothy (Fox) Oren.

Janet was a strong woman, raising all eight of her children on her own. She welcomed everyone into her home, and...

Oct 31, 2024

BELOIT – John H. Hager, age 54, passed away at home with loved ones by his side on Thursday, October 31, 2024, due to complications of Multiple Sclerosis. He was born in Janesville on September 10, 1970, the son of James and Kathleen (Balas) Hager.

John attended school in Janesville and played hockey for the...

Oct 29, 2024

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of my mother's beloved husband of 40 years, Abel Maynez Cortinas, who left us on October 29, 2024, at the age of 83. He was surrounded by his loving family in his final moments.

Abel enjoyed spending time in the outdoors, especially at our cabin...

Oct 24, 2024

Gladys Nally, 91, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 24th, 2024. She was a long-time resident of Janesville, Wisconsin prior to moving closer to her family in Pewaukee, Wisconsin.

Gladys was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Wilfred and Elsie Behrens on June 9th, 1933. She graduated from South Division High School in Milwaukee and joined...

Oct 17, 2024

MADISON – Richard J. Frank, age 62 of Madison, passed away unexpectedly at University Hospital in Madison on Thursday, October 17, 2024. He was born in Madison on June 27, 1962, the son of Jerold and Esther (Adank) Frank.

As a teenager, Rick was in a terrible motorcycle accident that left him in a coma....

Oct 16, 2024

It is with great heartbreak that we share the passing of our beloved daughter, fiancee, niece, cousin, and friend Sara Fox on October 16, 2024.

Sara, a gentle soul with a deep spirituality, had an unwavering kindness. She could light up a room with her quiet presence, offering compassion in the simplest of ways -...

Oct 6, 2024

FITCHBURG - Mary Lou Rismeyer (nee, Herlitz), age 68, of Fitchburg passed away on October 6, 2024, at her home surrounded by family. She was born in Fort Atkinson, Wis., on November 1, 1955, the daughter of Don and Dorothy Herlitz. She married Larry Rismeyer on October 23, 1982, at Bethel Lutheran Church in Madison.

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Sep 30, 2024

Mike Borgwardt of Milton, WI passed away on Monday, September 30th at Mercy Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.

Mike spent 30 years at General Motors. He also enjoyed working for Wurtz Service Center as a Tow Truck Driver. In retirement, he worked part-time at Kwik Trip in maintenance and groundskeeping.

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Sep 30, 2024

Geraldine Louise Terland (Thompson), 92 of Avalon, Wisconsin, passed away on September 30, 2024 at Rock Haven Nursing Home in Janesville, Wisconsin. She was born on June 5, 1932 in Newark Township, the daughter of LaVern and Cecile Pann. Geraldine married Eugene Thompson on March 28, 1951 in Rockton Illinois. Eugene passed on June 29, 1972. She then married...

Sep 29, 2024

Lisa Rae Showers, age 62, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday September 29, 2024, at St. Mary’s hospital in Madison. Lisa was born on July 20, 1962, in Madison to parents Curtis and Helen Roscoe. She graduated from Madison East High School in 1980. Lisa married Richard Showers on September 30th, 2007, at The Gates of Heaven synagogue.

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Sep 24, 2024

MADISON – Jesse Jay BonoAnno, age 81 of Madison, passed away at his home on Tuesday, September 24, 2024. He was born in Madison on January 3, 1943, the son of Sam and Lucille BonoAnno. Jay married Alana “Lonnie” Gross in Madison on May 5, 1984.

Jay was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He...

Sep 24, 2024

MADISON - Roderick Cook passed away suddenly on Sep. 24, 2024, at age 57.

He was a long-time Madison resident, world traveler, brilliant writer and illustrator, devotee of dogs, and aficionado of the absurd. Rod was deeply tuned in to the music and art he loved and shared with so many. He studied political history...

Sep 17, 2024

Mary Alayne Walsvick, age 59 of DeForest, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024, at University of Wisconsin Hospital, as a result of a serious car accident. She was born on November 8, 1964, in Madison, Wis., the daughter of Boyd Walsvick and Edith Elaine Walsvick-Black.

Mary is survived by her longtime companion, Dave Stowell...

Sep 15, 2024

Robert James “Bunny Nose” Schmied, age 71, passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 15, 2024, from the affects of cancer surrounded by his family. Bunny was born on March 27, 1953, in Columbus, Wis., the son of Berthold and Ann (Moreth) Schmied.

He spent most of his early life in Columbus causing trouble...

Sep 15, 2024

Glenn H. Lea, age 91, passed away at home on Sunday, September 15, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on February 8, 1933, to Oscar and Marie (Swenby) Lea in Madison, WI. He married Jane Cox on October 8, 1955, she passed away in 1970. He then married Elnore Millin on August 12, 1972.

Sep 15, 2024

Crystal Michelle (Meng) Glaser, 42, was granted her angel wings on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

Crystal was born on March 27, 1982, in Columbia, MO. She was a graduate of Black Hawk High School, where she went to school for her entire education.

Crystal loved camping, swimming, listening to live music...

Sep 6, 2024

Richard Robert (Dick) Kelly a.k.a R.R Kelly and “Grandpa Kelly” passed away at his home surrounded by family days before his 93rd birthday on September 06, 2024. He fought with his Irish spirit to the very end.

He was the first son born to Robert and Gladys (Yale) Kelly in Milton on September 10, 1931....

Aug 28, 2024

MERRIMAC - Barbara Ann Harrison, born July 1, 1957, and called home to God on August 28, 2024, lived a life rich in love, faith, and unyielding strength. As a devoted nurturer, Barbara’s life was a testament to her deep faith and her ability to inspire and uplift those around her. She embodied kindness, faithfulness, and care, nurturing not...