Obituaries

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...

Aug 27, 2024

MARSHALL – Deanna Leah Chadwick, age 51 of Marshall, passed away at her home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Deanna was born in Madison, Wis., on May 25, 1973, the daughter of Rollin and Penny (Peck) Dahl. She graduated from Marshall High School in 1991 and MATC in 1993....

Aug 26, 2024

MADISON- Gary Wayne McConochie, age 78, passed away on August 26, 2024, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. He was born on October 15, 1945, to Christopher and Bessie McConochie in Pardeeville, WI. Gary was the youngest of the boys out of a total of seventeen children.

Gary enjoyed life to the fullest including spending...

Aug 17, 2024

MADISON – Brigitte Jilbert, age 77 of Madison, enjoyed her last song on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at New Perspective in Sun Prairie, Wis. She was born in Berlin, Germany on July 11, 1947, the daughter of Günter and Ella Trebbin. Brigitte married Ed Jilbert on Oct. 24, 1974, in Frankfurt am Rhein, Germany.

Brigitte...

Aug 4, 2024

Michael G. Hartenberger came to the end of his 10-year journey with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Sunday, August 4th at home, in Janesville; just weeks after turning 63. Mike is survived by his wife, Kathy Siekmann Hartenberger; son, Casey Hartenberger, and his wife, Kathleen, and son, Teddy; daughter, Kylie (Hartenberger) Meinert and her husband, Jake; step-daughters, Samantha Coston, and her...

Jul 29, 2024

MADISON – Charles Ward Johnson, age 59 of Madison, passed away on Monday, July 29, 2024, at his home. He was born in Madison on Dec. 13, 1964, the son of Ward and Crellin (Hartman) Johnson.

Upon graduating from Madison West High School in 1983, he served in the U.S. Navy, being honorably discharged in...

Jul 22, 2024

David L. Stika, age 70, died July 22, 2024, in Madison, Wisconsin. David was born in and formerly resided in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Doris (Gray) Stika; brothers, Robert J. (Sandra) of Oakdale, Connecticut and Duane L. of Kenosha, Wisconsin. He is survived by his son, Toryn...

Jul 21, 2024

Joel Erwin Knutson, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many, passed away on July 21st, 2024 in Janesville, WI. He was born on July 30th, 1962 in Edgerton, WI to loving parents who instilled in him the values of hard work and compassion.

Joel's passing has left an indescribable void in the hearts...

Jul 20, 2024

Raymond Joseph Bates, 96, of Madison/Verona passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024. Ray was born on July 24, 1927, in Wilkes-Barre, PA to Bruce and Kathleen Bates. Upon graduating from Wilkes-Barre Myers High in 1945, he served in the U.S. Navy during and following World War II.

After his time with the Navy, he...

Jul 17, 2024

Ronald David Dunn, 78, of Janesville, WI, formerly of Sharon, WI, passed away on Wednesday, July 17th of natural causes.

Ron was born on April 13, 1946 to Douglas Dunn and Joyce (LaFevre) Dunn Weig in Elkhorn. Ron graduated from Big Foot High School in 1964. In October of 1965, Ron survived a car accident...

Jul 14, 2024

Audrey "Lynne" "Cookie" Abrahamson-Donoho, age 79, of Madison, Wis., passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 14, 2024, surrounded by her family, after a short yet courageous battle with cancer.

Lynne was born in Duluth, Minn., as the youngest of six children to Russel and Lucille Abrahamson. She graduated from Duluth Central High School...

Jul 13, 2024

Betty Jean (Pettit) Reynolds, age 96 passed peacefully from this world on Saturday evening July 13, 2024, at the Agrace HospiceCare Center, after bidding a sweet goodbye to her daughters Vicki (Andrew) Beltz and Joni (David Gieck) Mast.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, William “Bill” Frederick Reynolds; son-in-law, Phillip...

Jul 2, 2024

Sylvia Ilene Sommerfeldt (Spielmacher), age 85, loving mother and loyal wife passed away to be with Jesus on July 2, 2024, after a long battle with dementia.

Sylvia was born on August 7, 1938, in Beloit, Wisconsin. She married James “Jim” Dale Sommerfeldt on July 18, 1957. Jim passed away on July 21, 2021. He...

Jul 1, 2024

MADISON - Lorraine M. (Ash) Pells passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, July 1, 2024. She died of natural causes after a brief illness. Lorraine was born on June 16, 1930, - it was important for her to gather for her recent 94th birthday celebration. Lorraine attended Barneveld High School until 1950 following a career with Oscar...

Jun 30, 2024

STOUGHTON - Tracey Charles Nelson, age 62 passed away on June 30, 2024, with his sister, Jeannine and niece, Katy, by his side after a battle with lung cancer. He was known for his unwavering selflessness and dedication to others.

Tracey developed a deep passion for roofing early in life, inspired by his father, a...