Obituaries
Lois E. Burdick
Sep 8, 2017
JANESVILLE - Lois Elaine Burdick passed away on September 8, 2017 at her home in Janesville, WI. The daughter of Lester and Marian Bratzke, Lois was born on May 7, 1938, in Porter Township. She attended Evansville schools, graduating in 1956. Lois married Jerome Jerry Burdick on November 17, 1956. Lois was employed by Rexall Drug store for 13...
Phyllis M. Kearney
Sep 6, 2017
Janesville - Phyllis M. Kearney, 87 of Janesville, formerly of Merrillan, Milwaukee and Hales Corners, Wisconsin; went to join her creator on September 6, 2017. She was born in Merrillan, WI to George and Sylvia Larsen. Phyllis was previously married to Allen E. Kearney, now deceased. Phyllis lived in Janesville the last 15 years surrounded by many high school...
William J. Burke
Sep 5, 2017
MADISON William J. Burke, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017 at Brookdale Madison North, following an extended illness. He was born Oct. 19, 1932, in Waukon, Iowa, the son of Thomas and Lucille (Kingsley) Burke. Following graduation, Bill was drafted into the U.S. Army where he served two years in Germany. He married the former Mary...
Helen C. Block
Sep 4, 2017
MIDDLETON - Helen C. Block, age 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017, at Agrace HospiceCare in Madison. She was born in Oak Creek, Wis., daughter of the late Edwin and Stella Esch. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Alton Dale Block and her brother, Elden Esch. She is survived...
Barbara Alice Wilkey
Sep 4, 2017
MADISON Barbara Alice Wilkey, age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Monday, Sept. 4, 2017. She was born in New York on Oct. 20, 1931. Barbara is survived by three children, William Wilkey, Jean (Mack Anderson) Beale and JoAnn (Dale) Richmond; six grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at ALL FAITHS FUNERAL...
Heidi K. Lacy
Sep 3, 2017
MADISON - Heidi (Koch) Lacy, age 57, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 3, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare. Heidi was born on Sept. 8, 1959 in Chicago, Ill., to Hans and Inge Koch. She was a 1977 graduate of Monroe High School, Monroe, Wis. On June 4, 1983, she married the love of her life, John Lacy....
Eugene S. Sommers
Aug 31, 2017
MONONA - Eugene S. Sommers, age 90, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017 at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, Wis., where he was residing. He was born on March 30, 1927 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, the son of William Henry Sommers Jr. and Ida Soveina Sime. He married Audrey Schimelfiney on March 15, 1948. He...
Rhonda Lynn Perry
Aug 26, 2017
JANESVILLE - Rhonda Lynn Perry, 51, of Janesville, passed away on Saturday, August 26, 2017, at her home in Janesville, Wisconsin. Rhonda was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 6, 1966 to William and Alice (Franks) Perry. Rhonda enjoyed many things in life including going to parks with her family for cookouts; going to the beach (which she loved)...
Robert A. Replogle
Aug 18, 2017
MADISONRobert A. Replogle, age 70, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, Aug. 18, 2017, surrounded by his family. A private ceremony will be held at a later date. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Agrace HospiceCare for all their help and support. All Faiths Funeral & Cremation Services Madison (608)442-0477 www.866allfaiths.com
Kimberly Ann Knipfer
Aug 17, 2017
STOUGHTON/EDGERTON Kimberly Ann Knipfer, 58, peacefully passed away on August 17, 2017 at Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center in Janesville, Wis. She was born on September, 20, 1958 in Madison, Wis., to Roger and Antoinette (Gage) Knipfer. Kimberly is survived by her daughters, Sammie Van Ert of Superior, Wis., and Brooke (Mike) San Felippo, of Random Lake, Wis.; four...
Wallace C. Peck
Aug 16, 2017
MARSHALL - Wallace Charles Peck, 86, died Aug. 16, 2017 in Minocqua. He was born Feb. 5, 1931, in Marshall, the youngest child raised on a farm by Henry and Zara (Calkins) Peck. Wally married Margaret Margie Klecker on Aug. 1, 1953, in Marshall. Wally was a 1949 graduate of Marshall High School. He was an excellent speller and...
James D. Portolos
Aug 12, 2017
DEFOREST - James D. Jim Portolos, age 69, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2017, surrounded by his family following a brief illness. Jim was born July 9, 1948, in Cleveland, Ohio, to his parents, Peter and Penny Portolos. He was raised near the steel mills, just two houses away from Ralphies home in the movie, A Christmas Story....
Elizabeth Ann O'Brien
Aug 11, 2017
BOZEMAN, Mont. - Elizabeth Ann Bette O'Brien, born Sept. 26, 1922, entered into eternal life on Friday, Aug. 11, 2017. Our beloved Mother will be remembered most for her incredible strength, endurance, love for her children, and her faith in Jesus, which carried her daily! We will miss her beautiful smile and radiant presence in our lives. Mary, Ann,...
Shirley Mae Johnston
Aug 8, 2017
MADISON Shirley Mae Johnston, 80, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2017 at St. Marys Hospital in Madison. Shirley was born June 27, 1937 in Marinette, Wis., to Edward and Margaret (Malmstead) Matz. She was the oldest of six siblings, three sisters, Gerral, Anita and Paula; and two brothers, Richard and James. She married James Johnston in Marinette on...
Youa Ying Xiong
Aug 4, 2017
DANVILLE, ILLINOIS - Youa Ying Xiong, of Danville, Illinois, passed away on August 4, 2017 at the age of 78. Youa was born in Xieng Khouang, Laos. He worked hard as a farmer and businessman in Laos until the Hmong involvement in the Secret War in Vietnam forced him to flee with his family to a Thai refugee camp....
Timothy J. Walstad
Aug 4, 2017
BLACK EARTH - Timothy J. Tim Walstad, age 55 of Black Earth, Wis., passed away on Friday, Aug. 4, 2017. He was born on March 26, 1962 the son of Burdette "Ole" and Ardis (Turk) Walstad. Tim is survived by his daughters, Crystal (Zac Witwen) Brandt and Tianna Attaway; and his grandchildren, Tyler Jacobson and Austin Witwen. Tim was...
Charles R. Klubertanz
Aug 2, 2017
COTTAGE GROVE - Charles Ray Klubertanz, age 72, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2017 at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born on Oct. 29, 1944 in Madison, the son of Cyril and Harriet Klubertanz. He married Carol Wolf on Dec. 30, 1968 in Madison. He was married to the love of his life for...
Barbara J. Seif
Jul 31, 2017
MADISON- Barbara Joan Seif passed away Monday, July 31, 2017, at Waunakee Manor. Barbara was born on June 4, 1930, to Leonard and Mamie Seif in Cincinnati, Ohio, and lived there until her family moved to Plainfield, N.J., in 1946. After graduation from high school Barbara attended Wheelock College in Boston, Mass., where she received her bachelors degree. She...
Michael J. Spink
Jul 14, 2017
McFARLAND Michael John Spink, age 27, passed away unexpectedly in Madison on Friday, July 14, 2017. He was born Sept. 28, 1989, the son of Laura Spink and Todd Schulenberg. Michael went to school in McFarland and laid tile for a living. He loved spending time with his friends and most of all his daughter. Michael is survived by...
Roger William Beck
Jul 3, 2017
JANESVILLE - Roger William Beck, born August 13, 1950 in Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on July 3, 2017 at his home in Janesville, surrounded by his family. Roger leaves behind his best friend and love of his life, Julaine (Traxler) and daughter Randalyn (Dennis) Des Lauries; two amazing grandchildren Logan and Conner; as well as beloved sisters: Suzanne,...
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