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2007 Obituaries

Veronica M. Duffy
Veronica M. Duffy, age 87, of Prairie du Chien passed away Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007 at the Prairie Maison Health Care Center in Prairie du Chien.
She was born Sept. 27, 1920 in Seneca, daughter of William and Molly (Cull) Crowley. She married Harold Duffy on Nov. 15, 1938. He preceded her in death on Jan. 12, 1982. She worked for General Telephone and later retired from 3M Company after 17 years. She was an active member of St. John's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien where she belonged to the PCCW and taught CCD for over 30 years. Veronica was also active in the State Historical Society.
She is survived by two daughters, JoAnn (Robert) Kaiser of East Dubuque, IL and Diane (Art) Cady of Cottage Grove; a son Bill (Mary) Duffy of Prairie du Chien; a brother Leonard (Ileen) Crowley of Mt. Zion; three sisters, Margaret Pettera of Boscobel, Mary Stuckey and Pat (Jim) Coorough both of Prairie du Chien and a sister in law Marcella Crowley. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother Kenneth Crowley.
A Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2007 at 11a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien, Fr. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery in Seneca. Friends may call on Monday, Oct. 15, 2007, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien where there will be a rosary at 4 p.m. and a wake scripture at 7:30 p.m.

LUCILLE WIARDA
Lucille Wiarda died on October 11, 2007 at the Chelsea Retirement Community, age 86. She was born on February 6, 1921 in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin, to Daniel and Sylvia (Kahoun) Swingle. Lucille was a delightful soul whose kindness, hope and trust were unshakable, even when beset by arthritis and memory loss. Lucille was proud to be a teacher. She put herself through college, graduating from the University of Wisconsin in 1943. She taught in several Wisconsin school districts, but her goal was to teach in Madison. When she lost out on a Madison position in 1949, she interviewed in Ann Arbor and took a post at Jones Junior High. She said many times that life in Ann Arbor had proved to be an acceptable alternative. Lucille married Jerry Wiarda in 1950. Jerry was a widower with two small boys. Her willingness to marry him, be a mother to their children, and "make a home," was a source of amazement to him throughout their 52-year marriage. She was in charge of her household. She had the respect of her husband and children. Her grandchildren thrived under her attention, and benefited from her sharp teacher's instincts. Lucille worked for many years in the Cancer Registry department at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, and served on its Board of Deacons. She was a volunteer visitor to hospital patients. She opened her home to out-of-town guests whose family members were receiving long-term treatment at the University of Michigan Hospitals. None left a stranger. She moved to the Chelsea Retirement Community in 2001. Her family is profoundly grateful for the friendship and love shown to Lucille by the CRC staff. She is survived by her children: John (Patricia) of Winsted, CT; David (Sharron) of Grand Rapids; Richard of Tucson, AZ; and Edith (Robert Christie) of Chelsea. She also leaves one sister, Betty Nolan of Prairie du Chien, WI, as well as seven grandchildren and one great-grandson. Her husband, Jerry, died in 2003. Her beloved step-mother, Stasia Swingle, died in 2004. At her request, her body has been donated to the University of Michigan Medical School. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor, or to the Heritage Foundation of the United Methodist Retirement Communities. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 19, 2007 at Chelsea First United Methodist Church, 128 Park Street. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10 a.m. Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

ARTHUR MILLIN
Arthur L. Millin, age 88, of Patch Grove, died on Monday, October 15, 2007, at Prairie Maison in Prairie du Chien.  He was born on January 31, 1919 in Patch Grove, the son of Edward and Leila (Louisgnau) Millin.  Arthur attended school in Patch Grove.  He served in the United States Army Corp. of Engineers, serving his country during World War II in the European Theatre with the Upper Michigan Battalion.  On May 22, 1954, Arthur was united in marriage to Edna Posten at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa.  She preceded him in death on October 23, 1994.  When Arthur moved from Patch Grove to Prairie du Chien, he was the oldest resident of Patch Grove who was born in that community.  He was considered a "master wood worker" by his family.  Arthur was a member of the Hanley Ariss Millin American Legion Post No. 5 of Patch Grove, and the United Methodist Church of Patch Grove. Survivors include his sisters: Grace Graap, Prairie du Chien; Marjorie (Cappie Millin) Myers, Prairie du Chien; Lila Mae (Francis) Spangler, Richland Center; his brother: James (Phyllis) Millin, Lacrosse; a nephew: Ross (Theresa) Bushnell, Prairie du Chien; a niece: Charlene (Paul) Osterhaus, Bloomington which were raised together with Arthur's brothers and sisters; and many more nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife, Arthur was preceded in death by two sisters and one brother: Frances Bushnell, Alice Gaulke and Alan Millin.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 17, 2007, at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial with military honors will be in Patch Grove Cemetery, Patch Grove.  Friends may call on Wednesday, October 17, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.  In lieu of plants and flowers, an Arthur L. Millin memorial fund has been established.

RON STEIGLEDER
Ron Steigleder died on Friday, October 12, 2007 at Mercy Hospital of a sudden heart attack.  Funeral mass will be 10:00 AM Monday, October 15 at St. John's Catholic Church in Adel.  Friends may call after Noon Sunday at McCalley Funeral Home in Adel where family will greet friends from 1:00-4:00 PM with a prayer service at 4:00 PM. Ron was gentle quiet giant of a man and a devoted husband, father, and son.  Always ready with a quick smile and a joke or two.  He made friends wherever he went or worked.  Ron loved to collect beer signs, bottles and cans, and coins.  He was also looking forward to rebuilding his dad's tractor.  Ron also loved to garden, fish, cook, and was a dedicated Pink Floyd fan. He is survived by his wife, Dawn (Mootz); three children, Ron, Steve, and Shannon; mother, Margaret of Adel; brother, Mark of Idaho; sister, Lisa of Norfolk, Virginia; aunt and uncle, Monnie and Fred Steigleder of Humboldt; and cousin, Tom Daugherty of Adel. Memorials may be directed to the ADM Booster Club or ADM Fine Arts Department. 

MARY HOGAN
Mary Kathleen (Susie) (Boland) Hogan, 65, of Soldiers Grove, passed away peacefully at her home to be with God on Thursday, Sept. 27, 2007. She was born on April 14, 1942, in Prairie du Chien to Daniel and Mary Rita (Finley) Boland. She married Ron Hogan of Barron on April 15, 1967 at St. Patricks Church in Seneca. They recently celebrated their fortieth wedding anniversary together in April. She worked at Kenosha Memorial Hospital in the pediatric unit after graduating from Gateway Technical College as an LPN in 1965 in Kenosha. She and Ron lived in Kenosha until 1992 when they retired and moved to the Soldiers Grove area, where they currently reside. Susie was also a Tupperware dealer and accredited Manager until 1994 when she retired due to illness. Her hobbies included cooking, flowers, spending time with her boys - TJ and Jacob, camping and bowling with her family. She was also a strong Irish woman! She is survived by her husband Ron, a daughter: Kelly Hogan-Howard of Kenosha, a son-in-law Todd Howard of Kenosha, and two grandsons: Thomasjay (TJ) Hogan Howard and Jacob Todd Howard. Her brothers, Michael (Jeanne) Boland of Seneca, "Butch" (Bonnie) Boland of Prairie du Chien, Tom (Mary Ann) Boland of Eastman, Tim (Barb) Boland of Lynxville, Dennis (Robin) Boland of Reedsburg, Terry (Beth) Boland of Gays Mills, Richard "Dick" (Sue) Boland of Gays Mills and Jerry (Ruth) Boland of Rochester, Minn.; and her sisters, Marleen (Gary) Venner of Genoa and Maureen (John) Nebeck of La Crosse; and many nieces, nephews and godchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Daniel and Rita Boland, one infant sister Colleen and her twin brother and sister, Daniel and Mary Boland. Services will be held Tuesday, Oct. 2, at 11 a.m. at St. Phillips Catholic Church in Rolling Ground, Father Robert Chukwa and Father Robert Cook will officiate and burial will be at the St. Patricks Cemetery in Seneca. Friends may call the Sime Funeral Home in Readstown on Monday from 5 - 8 p.m. and on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of services.

CLIFFORD MORAVITS
Clifford E. Moravits age 68 of Eastman passed away Weds., Oct. 24, 2007 at the Prairie Maison Health Care Center in Prairie du Chien. He was born Nov. 15, 1938 in Prairie du Chien son of Frank and Agnes (Heisz) Moravits. He retired from the U.S. Navy after 20 years in aviation electronics, having served during the Viet Nam War, in Saigon and DaNang.
He married Kimiko Hara on Apr. 30, 1969 in Tokyo, Japan. She preceded him in death on July 4, 2002. Cliff later retired from Advance Transformer as a maintenance technician after 28 years. He was a member of the Eastman Fire Dept. and an avid outdoorsman. He was a fan of the Milwaukee Brewers and the Green Bay Packers.
He is survived by his mother Agnes Moravits of Boscobel, WI, a sister Joanne Zilmer of Boscobel, 3 brothers; Larry (Linda) and LaVern (Roxanne) both of Eastman, WI and Bill (Linda) of Gillette, WY. He was preceded in death by his father, his wife, his stepfather George Moravits and a brother Richard.
Funeral services will be Monday, Oct. 29, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien, Rev. Lynn Schreck officiating, with burial in the National Cemetery in Eastman, WI. Military rites will be accorded graveside. Friends may call on Sun., Oct. 28, 2007 after 4:00 PM at the funeral home and on Mon., Oct. 29, 2007 from 10:00 AM until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

ARLEEN COOK
Arleen Cook, age 87 of Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin died Sunday, October 21, 2007 at Collier Hospice in Wheat Ridge, Colorado.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 27, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at the Big Spring Congregational Church of rural Wisconsin Dells with Reverend David M. Bowman officiating. Burial will be at the Big Spring Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 1 P.M. until the time of service at 2 P.M.
Arleen was born March 3, 1920 in Big Spring the daughter of John and Malinda (Hoffmeister) Lapp. In 1941 she married Robert L. Cook and he preceded her in death in 2002. Prior to marriage, Arleen started her teaching career in a one room schoolhouse.  After marriage, they moved to Memphis where Robert was stationed during World War II. Here she continued her teaching career after a short stint working on military aircraft.  At the end of the war, they returned to Wisconsin in time for the birth of their first child.. Arleen then focused her life provding a home filled with love and laughter and apple pies for her husband and six children. She spent many hours working with different service organizations, including church groups, ARC, and Eastern Star.Throughout her life Arleen enjoyed playing cards, reading, and travel.
Arleen is survived by sons, Robert (Bernice) of Pewaukee, Wisconsin and Bill (Michele) of Onalaska, Wisconsin; daughters, Christine Cook of Prairie du Chien, Carole (Mark) Russ of Denver, Colorado, Linda (James) Schroeder of Genoa, Illinois and Patricia Cook of Reno, Nevada; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; and a sister in law, Lillian Lapp of Red Granite, Wisconsin. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a grandson, Robert; brothers, Emery, Harley, Glen, Earl, Ivan, Edwin and infant brother, Kenneth; and sisters, Florence, Helen and Lois.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Crawford County ARC.
The Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Lake Delton, Wisconsin assisted the family with arrangements. For On-Line condolences and information, go to www.pichafuneralhome.com.

MARY DYB
Mary Elizabeth Dyb 72 of Eastman, WI passed away on Wednesday October 24, 2007 at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, WI following a long illness. Memorial services will be 1:00 PM Monday October 29, 2007 at Utica Lutheran Church rural Mt. Sterling, WI, with burial at the church cemetery at a later date.
Friends may call on Sunday October 28, 2007 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, WI.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society or a charity of choice. Mary is survived by her husband Elder; five children: Rachelle Miller of Grand Rapids, MI, Joanne Dusso of Marienette, WI, Donna (Rollie) Aspenson of Ferryville, WI, David (Andrea) Dyb of Lodi, WI, Andrew (Angela) Dyb of New Richmond, WI; ten grandchildren: Reba Miller, Amber (Derek) Hanson, Calvin Miller, Ryan, Justin, and Tyler Dusso, Kristine and Jennifer Aspenson, Austin and Ethan Dyb; a sister Martha Hammond, sisters in law Judy Kins, Lila (John) Cadwell, and brother in law Larry (Patty) Dyb. Mary was born December 28, 1934 to Clarence R. and Reba (Ross) Hammond in Wheatland township Vernon County, WI. She graduated from Viroqua High School in 1951. Mary was employed by the DeSoto State Bank for 12 years. She married Elder Dyb and lived in Crawford County all of her life.
She was the Bookkeeper for Dyb Oil Company until her retirement in 1991. She was an avid bowler in the Prairie du Chien League, a member of the DeSoto VFW Auxiliary, and the Red Hat Society. Mary loved to play euchre and work her crossword puzzles. She was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching her children and grandchildren's sporting events. She loved camping, traveling and her trips with the Seneca Farmers Softball Team. She played piano and accordion, including several years in her father's dance band. Mary especially enjoyed visiting with family and friends throughout Southwestern Wisconsin.

NORRIS SANDY
Norris A. Sandy, age 92 of Ferryville, died Wednesday, October 24, 2007 at the Bethel Home in Viroqua where he had been a resident for the past 2 years. He was born August 5, 1915 in Crawford County, Wis. to Norton and Annie (White) Sandy. On October 12, 1940 he was united in marriage to Myrtle Olivia Hatlan in Waukon, Iowa and they recently celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary. Norris and Myrtle farmed all their married life, raising dairy cows, tobacco and pigs. Norris enjoyed playing Euchre, working part-time (mostly as a hobby) for the button factory in Lansing, Iowa, doing custom work for their neighbor's farms, and being a cattle trucker.
Norris was a devoted husband, father and grandfather: He is survived by his wife, Myrtle Sandy; children: Norma (Harold) Brockway of Seneca, Maynard (Cheri) Sandy of Ferryville, Nancy (Lonnie) McDowell of DeSoto; grandchildren: Ron, Dick, Bob and Russell Brockway, Deb Shepard, and Dawn Honken; great- grandchildren: Josey and Wade Brockway, Brianna and Danielle Brockway, Rachel, Ronnie Jr., and Andrew Brockway, Brandon and Tyler Shepard, Cody and Courtney Sandy, and Skylar Honken; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Norris was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Thomas; three sisters: Bessie Sandy, Lillian Sandy, and Sophie Webb; and one daughter in infancy.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 26, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. at the Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home, 123 W. Decker (Hwy 56) in Viroqua. The Rev. Dr. Steven Fossum will officiate with burial in the West Prairie Hauge Cemetery. Friends may call from noon until the time of services on Friday at the funeral home. On-line condolences may be offered by visiting www.vosseteigfuneralhomes.com. The Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Homes of Viroqua and DeSoto are serving the family.

EVELYN EBERSOLD
Evelyn M. "Evie" Ebersold, 85, of Kewaskum, passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2007, at the Brookfield Rehabilitation Care Center, formerly Woodland Health Care Center, in Brookfield.
She was born on June 27, 1922, in Prairie du Chien, the daughter of the late Albert and Sarah (White) Shulka, and on September 7, 1968, she was united in marriage to Roy Ebersold at the First Methodist Church in Campbellsport.
Evie was a resident of Kewaskum and then moved to Mabess Manor in Campbellsport for 12 years before moving to Brookfield for extended care. She enjoyed bartending at the Long Branch in West Bend for many years when the business was in the family. Evie was a member of the First Methodist Church in Campbellsport.
Survivors include her daughter, Judy (Sonny) Dahman of Kewaskum; her granddaughter, Renee Dahman; her precious feline companion, Whiskers; special family friends, Ronnie and Janet Hanson; four sisters-in-law, Myrtle Shulka of Newburg, Elnora Shulka of West Bend, Verna Linse of Pepin and Alice Shulka of Prairie du Chien; a brother-in-law, Merlin (Bethel) Ebersold of Pepin; her former son-in-law, William Smith of Decorah, Iowa, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband and parents, Evie was preceded in death by a daughter, Jean Smith on May 21, 1978, nine brothers and two sisters, George Shulka, Mame Gremore, Herman Shulka, Henry Shulka, Leonard Shulka, Tony Shulka, Ellen Zimmerman, Albert Shulka, Frank Shulka, Emil Shulka and Raymond Shulka.
Funeral services for Evie were held Saturday, September 29, 2007, at the Miller Funeral Home in Kewaskum. Rev. Stanley Hayes will officiated and burial will followed in Lutheran Memorial Park in Kewaskum. Additional information and guest book may be found at millermartinfh.com. Evelyn's family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the staff of Brookfield Rehabilitation Care Center (Woodland Health Care Center) for the compassionate care provided to Evelyn.

JETTA SHERRY
Jetta M. Sherry, age 49, of Fairview passed away unexpectedly Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, at the Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.
She was born Nov. 23, 1957, in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Melvin and Elaine (Konichek) Trautsch. She married Kent Sherry on July 26, 1975, at the Utica Lutheran Church in Mt. Sterling. Jetta and her husband farmed in the Ferryville area and she belonged to the Mary Circle of the Utica Lutheran Church.
She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Kent of Fairview; two daughters, Darci (Aaron) Collins of Prairie du Chien, and Dana Sherry of La Crosse; two sisters, Barbara (Ron) Stratton of Prairie du Chien and Leanne (Jim) Lessard of Wauzeka; three brothers, Jerry (Rose) Trautsch of Bridgeport, Dan (Sue) and Tim (Carol) Trautsch both of Eastman; two grandchildren, Cali and Lexi, her father and mother in law Elling and Joanne Sherry of Viroqua, along with her Godmother Gladys Ertel of Prairie du Chien. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007, at 1 at the Utica Lutheran Church, Rev. Steve Fossum officiating, with burial in the Mt. Sterling Lutheran Church Cemetery, both in Mt. Sterling. Friends may call on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien and at the church on Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2007, from 12 p.m. until the time of services. garrityfuneralhome.com

MARTHA DUCHARME
Martha M. DuCharme, age 90, of Eastman passed away Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
She was born July 17, 1917, in daughter of Peter and Carrie (Pechota) Mara. She married Walter DuCharme on Feb. 5, 1935 at St. Wenceslaus Church in Eastman. He preceded her in death on May 11, 1993.
She is survived by five sons, Walter Jr. (Billie Lou) of Bagley, Stanley (Cheryl) of Bloomington, Jon of Eastman, Steven of Beaver Dam, and Michael (Trina)of Eastman; five daughters, Beverly (Dale) Check and Bernadine (Rodney) Bartholomew both of Eastman, Yvonne (Bill) Hubbard of Prairie du Chien, Marcia Feilbach and Jennifer Russell both of McGregor, IA; two sisters, Sr. Blanche Mara of Campbellsport and Magdalen Dinell of Cedar Rapids, IA; 31 grandchildren; 39 great -grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; two brothers; Joseph and Francis Mara; along with two sisters, Viola Lugrain and Anna Walker.
A Memorial Mass of Resurrection was Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, in Eastman. Rev. Thomas Huff officiated with interment in the church cemetery. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. garrityfuneralhome.com

TEDDIE  D.  SHECKLER
Teddie D. Sheckler 73 of Prairie du Chien, WI died unexpectedly Sunday September 23, 2007 at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien of an apparent heart attack.
Graveside services will be 11:00  AM Thursday September 27, 2007 at Evergreen Cemetery, Prairie du Chien, WI with military honors by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard.
Friends may call on Wednesday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien.
He is survived by his wife Marjory of Prairie du Chien, four children: Ted Sheckler of Prairie du Chien, Tammie (Phil) Frost of Broadhead, Shellie Sheckler of Howard Lake, MN, Cindy (Mark) Williams of Bagley, WI; 8 grandchildren: Troy, Laci, Steven Sheckler, Lindsay, Caleb, Levi Frost, Seth, Jaci Williams, one great grandson Riley; two brothers: Tom "Dutch" Sheckler of La Crosse, and Jim (Linda) Sheckler of Prairie du Chien.
Teddie was born April 15, 1934 in Nora Springs, IA to Thomas Russell and Zella (Jeffries) Sheckler.  He graduated from Prairie du Chien High School and served in the US Army.
Following his discharge he worked for the railroad.  He married Marjory Ahrens on September 27, 1957 in Prairie du Chien.  He drove a delivery truck for Ahrens Dairy and later worked in the post office for 35 years.  Teddie enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, and his family.  He had served on the Prairie du Chien City Council and also the Crawford County Board of Supervisors.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Richard and Robert Sheckler.

SHERRY KRAUSSE
Sherry L. Krausse age 49 of Steuben died Thurs., Sept. 20, 2007 as the result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born January 5, 1958 in Steuben daughter of Bill and Marian (Neeley) Foley. She enjoyed spending time with her family and being a mother to not only her children, but her children's friends. She loved gardening and building things. She is survived by 2 daughters; Melinda Gilbertson of Steuben and Melissa (Chris) West of California, a son Justin Krausse of Steuben, her mother Marian Foley of Prairie du Chien, 2 brothers; Rick (Ginny) Foley of Seneca, WI and Jeff Foley of Prairie du Chien, WI, 2 sisters; Shelly (Randy) Weeks of Prairie du Chien and Julie (Brian) Check of Eastman, WI, 3 grandchildren; Adjile, Gage and Tayla. She was preceded in death by her father.
A Memorial Service will be Sun., Sept. 23, 2007 at 3:00 PM at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Paul Graham officiating, with interment in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sun., Sept. 23, 2007 from 1:00 PM until the time of services.
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LENARD MIKKELSON
Lenard A. Mikkelson, 75, of rural Ferryville, passed away Thursday, September 13, at the Bethel Home in Viroqua.
He was born June 2, 1932, to Leo and Alma (Aspenson) Mikkelson.
He was a lifelong farmer and had the privilege of farming the land he was born and raised on. He enjoyed visiting with his neighbors and helping them with their harvests. He also worked in many tobacco fields.
Lenard is survived by a brother, Norvin (Lila) Mikkelson, Ferryville; a sister Anna Marie Olson of Kenosha; and a sister-in-law, Dolores Mikkelson of Prairie du Chien; and by nine nieces and six nephews; and numerous great-nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Melford and Junior Mikkelson; a sister-in-law, Donna Mikkelson; and brother-in-law, Gary Olson.
Services were Monday, at Mt. Sterling Lutheran Church, Rev. Steve Fossum of Bethel Home officiating, burial followed in the church cemetery. The Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home of Gays Mills assisted the family.

JAMES HINMAN
Funeral services were held Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007 for 76 year-old James Clifford Hinman at the Monona Garden City Methodist Church and Military Rites by the Clayton County Am-Vets Post 27.
James was born in Hardin, Iowa to Harry and Ruth (Thornton) Hinman on Oct. 12, 1930, at Postville, Iowa, and attended school in Luana and Monona. He served in the armed service for 21 years. While at Fort Leonard Wood he met and married his wife, Dorothy Graff. To this union five children were born.
James was a kind and loving husband, grandfather,a great-grandfather and brother. He enjoyed hunting and especially fishing. When he was not at home you knew he had "gone fishing''. He especially enjoyed his family and was a great support to them.
Left to mourn his passing is his loving wife, Dorothy; his daughters Kathleen (Rickie) Starkey of Castalia, Iowa, Crystal (Dale) Sweet of rural Monona and Kimberly (Scott) Ellis of Monona. Grandchilden Brian (Jenni) Hinman of Dubuque, Kellie Bailey of California, Lynette Hinman of Waterloo, Kala (Roberto) Terrones of Monona, Mickie Ellis and Timothy Ellis of Monona; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters Doris Swenson of Fort Myers, Fla., Joyce (Don) Montour of McGregor, Jennifer (Brice) LeClere of Norwood, Minn.; a sister-in-law Donnafred Hinman of West Des Mones, Iowa; two step granddaughters, Vickey (Steve) Colich, Anna (Fred) Sperry, and numerous nieces and nephews. Proceeding him in death were his parents, his sons, Dennis and Clifford, his brother Warren Hinman, his brother-in-law, Alois Swenson and his beloved dog Wally.

JAMES DANIELS
James Daniels, 65, of McGregor, Iowa went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 16, 2007, at Gundersen-Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, following a long illness.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, September 22, at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in McGregor, with burial in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, McGregor.
Friends may call at the church beginning at 1 p.m. Saturday. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor assisted the family.
He is survived by his wife Ruthann; two sons, Brett Paul (Debbie) Daniels and David S. (Mary) Daniels both of Sheboygan; one granddaughter Jessica Daniels, one grandson Matthew Daniels, two great-grandsons Alexander and Nicholas Daniels all of Sheboygan; and a half brother Scott Lewandoske also of Sheboygan.
James was born July 12, 1942, in Sheboygan, to Harvey and Lily (Hicks) Daniels. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and graduated from North High School. James married Ruthann Scheck on January 30, 1960 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. He worked for K.P. Welding & Fabricating in Sheboygan until his retirement in January of 2006. They later moved to Panama City, Fla. and were staying in their summer home in McGregor at the time of his death. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given.

FRANCIS MEZERA
Francis P. Mezera, 64, passed away Monday, September 17, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born August 20, 1943, in Prairie du Chien son of Martin and Helen (Cejka) Mezera.
He married Jetta Russell on February 26, 1965, in Prairie du Chien.
He worked as a meat cutter for Kroger's in Kenosha, and the A & P Store in Racine. In 1976 he owned and operated Frank's Market in Eastman. He later owned and operated Frank's Market in Prairie du Chien from 1985 to 1990. They later moved back to Kenosha where he worked at Kenosha Beef and finally retired from Modine Manufacturing in McHenry, Ill.
He is survived by his wife Jetta of McGregor, Iowa; four sons, Richard (Amy) and Gary (Tammy) both of McGregor, Iowa, Brian (Rachel) of Waukon, Iowa and Kevin of St Augustine, Fla.; five brothers, Andrew, Clarence (Linda), Ed (Pat) and Ronnie (Gayle) all of Prairie du Chien, Raymond (Carol) of Burnsville, Minn.; six sisters, Theresa (Frank) Langkamp of Holland, Mich., Catherine (Edward) Rauch of Dubuque, Iowa, Florence (Ivan) Finney, Patricia (Elmer) Valley and Clara (Terry) Powers all of Prairie du Chien, and Helen (Doug) Jelinek of Black River Falls; nine grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Memorial Service will be Friday, September 21, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Friends may call on Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, where there will be a wake scripture at 7:30 PM. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

WENDY WOLLYUNG
Wendy M. Wollyung age 40 of Wauzeka passed away Tues., Sept. 18, 2007 at the Hillview Healthcare Center in LaCrosse, WI after a battle with cancer. She was born Sept. 8, 1967 in Prairie du Chien, WI, daughter of Kenneth and Monica (DuCharme) Krachey. She attended Viterbo University and later worked as a CNA for Hillview Healthcare for 10 years. She married Robert Wollyung on Sept. 4, 1993 at Sacred Heart Church in Wauzeka. Wendy enjoyed cooking and sewing. She is survived by her husband Robert of Wauzeka, their children; twins, Michael and Emily, twins, Nicholas and Matthew and Kaitlyn all at home, her mother Monica Krachey of Wauzeka, a brother Dundee (Lynn) Krachey of Jacksonville, NC, 3 sisters; Holly (Bill) Nicholson of Eastman, WI, Heidi Krachey of Wauzeka and Peggy (Jason Johnson) Krachey of Prairie du Chien, WI. She was preceded in death by her father and a brother Buckley.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Sat., Sept. 22, 2007 at 11:00 AM at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rev. Eugene Wolf officiating, with burial in the Wauzeka Cemetery, both in Wauzeka, WI. Friends may call on Fri., Sept. 21, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien and also at the Sacred Heart Church hall on Sat., Sept. 22, 2007 from 10:00 AM until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

CLIFFORD STARKEY
Clifford Milo Starkey, 89, Luana, Iowa, died Monday, September 17, 2007, at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital, Prairie du Chien, WI, following a long illness. Clifford was born on March 5, 1918, in Marquette, Iowa, to James and Bessie (Knapp) Starkey. He attended Marquette High School and later in life, received his GED.
Clifford was united in marriage to Ruth Evelyn Moore on October 12, 1940. Two daughters were born to this union. Clifford was united in marriage to Donna Mae O'Neal on February 18, 1978.
Clifford worked for the Railroad for fourteen years. He also worked for the Iowa DOT for thirty years until his retirement in 1980. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, wood working, mushroom hunting, traveling, music and dancing. Clifford loved spending time with his family and friends. He was a life long member of the Am Vets.
Survivors include his wife, Donna Starkey, Luana; one daughter, Donna (LeRoy) Luepker, Lowden; five step-children, Kathy Bugenhagen, Luana, Kendall (Kathy) Bradley, McDonough, GA, Karen (Marshall) Burkhart, Wellman, Kelly (Jeffery) Smerud, Monona, Kirk (Carla) Krampeter, Boynton Beach, FL; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; one sister, Jean (Steve) DeLong, Rochester, WA and two brothers, Harry Starkey, Bucoda, WA and James (Ella) Starkey, Centralia, WA.
Clifford was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Linda Starkey-Smith; one sister, Dora Andersen and three brothers, Norman, Robert and Dean Starkey.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2007, at 11:00 am at Living Faith United Methodist Parish, Monona. The Rev. Dennis Gilbert will officiate.
Burial will follow in Council Hill Cemetery, rural Monona, Iowa, with military rites.
Visitation will be held on Friday, September 21, 2007, from 4-7 pm at the Leonard Funeral Home, Monona, and from 10:00 am until service time at the church on Saturday.
Condolences may be left with: www.leonardfuneralhomes.com.
Pallbearers: Monona Am Vets Post #29
Honorary Pallbearers: Jeff Kleinow Dwain Wolter Bill Koehn
Don Klotzbach Marlin Swenson Alan Wagner

JOSEPH SEBASTIAN
Joseph Charles Sebastian, of Chattanooga was released from human pain and suffering on September 17th 2007, while under the watchful eye of the many Hospice guardian angels.
Joe was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph S. And Emma Sebastian.
He is survived by his wife, Ellen and his sister Carol Ann Ore of Prairie du Chien, WI. Children include, Barbara Murnan, Jeff Sebastian, Karen Huggins and Laura Sebastian, all of this area, step-children, Jim McMorrow, Steve McMorrow, Jeanette McMorrow, Elizabeth Grubbs. Grandchildren are Lyndsi and Taylor Sebastian, Sean Murnan and Chris, Paige & Danny Huggins & Brittany Grubbs.
After serving as a sergeant during the Korean War, Joe concluded his life's career in the insurance industry.  He was actively involved with AARP and served as local president.  Joe developed a love for model airplanes and was a member of the Flying Aces Model Airplane Club.
Visitation was at St. Stephens Catholic Church on September, 22nd.  A funeral mass followed, officiated by Father Gilbert Diaz.  Burial will be at the Chattanooga National Cemetery, 11:00 A.M. Monday, September 24, 2007.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Hospice at P.O. Box 19269, Chattanooga, TN  37416.
Condolences and memories may be shared at williamsonandsons.com.
Arrangements are by Williamson & Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379. Organist: Priscilla Miene Soloist: Pat Dougherty

TERRANCE WALLER Terrance "Terry" L. Waller 52, of Prairie du Chien died unexpectedly Tuesday, September 11, 2007, at his home. He was born June 14, 1955, in Prairie du Chien, son of Marlowe and Ann (Richter) Waller. He was a graduate of Viterbo University in LaCrosse, and taught at Wyalusing Academy for the past 15 years. Terry was very active at the Academy in school events and activities. Terry was a very proud "Packer fan" and a great collector of Packer memorabilia. He is survived by a son Michael (Tammy) Waller of Missoula, Mont., a brother Thomas of Colorado, two sisters, Pat Kramer of Prairie du Chien and Mary Jo (Mel) Carl of LaCrosse; along with three grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, at St. John's Catholic Church, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is serving the family.www.garrityfuneralhome.com

LORETTA KRAMER Loretta Rose Kramer, 99, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa formerly of Eastman, died Thursday, September 6, 2007, at Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa following a sudden illness. Funeral services were Tuesday, September 11, at Salem United Methodist Church with burial in Campbell Cemetery, both of Eastman. She is survived by a daughter Melba (Frances) Hutchcroft of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, assisted the family. Loretta Rose was born January 8, 1908, in Crawford County, to Otto and Bertha (Trautsch) Kussmaul. She married Harley Kramer and they farmed in the Eastman area for many years. Harley died on July 18, 1983. Loretta later moved to Cedar Rapids to live with her daughter.

LOIS HORSFALL Lois J. Horsfall, 85, of Prairie du Chien, died Tuesday, September 11, 2007, at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, following a short illness. Funeral services were Saturday at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, with burial at the Bloomington Cemetery, Bloomington. Lois is survived by three children, Betty (John) Bednarski of Milwaukee, Virgil "Butch" (Lou Ann) Horsfall of Patch Grove, Phyllis (Charles) Lindner of Steuben; seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren. Lois was born June 16, 1922, in Crawford County, to John and Anna (Graap) Steiner.   She married Rex Horsfall on December 15, 1943, in Prairie du Chien.  They lived in Patch Grove, for most of their married life.  Following his death Lois moved to Prairie du Chien, where she worked at the Opportunity Center for a few years.  Lois enjoyed playing cards, working puzzles, and coloring. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Rex on January 22, 1968, siblings Ona Panka, Veda Benish, Marnold "Cracker" Steiner, Gilbert "Gib" Steiner, step sister, Gertrude Bonney and step brother William Shereck.

BERNARD MOSS
Bernard A. "Ben" Moss, Jr., 64, of Bloomington, died at home after a short battle with cancer on Monday, August 13, 2007. He was born July 21, 1943, in Frederick, Maryland, the son of Bernard and Delories "Peggy" (Hoffman) Moss, Sr. Ben served in the U.S. Army Airborne during the Vietnam War and was stationed stateside. He married Barbara A. Koopman on January 27, 1968. Ben farmed for many years. He was also employed at Golden Harvest, Inc. and Design Homes, Inc. for the last ten years. Ben was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church, the Holy Name Society, and the Knights of Columbus Council No. 4416, all in Bloomington. Ben was a member of the KAIROS TEC Community since 1997. He was an avid golfer, hunter, and a proud member of the Abraham-Hickok-Wetmore American Legion Post No. 148 of Bloomington. He is survived by his wife, Barb, Bloomington; children, Mike, Bloomington; Steve (Julie), Jewell, Iowa; Tanya Moss, Prairie du Chien; and Tom, Bloomington; father and mother-in-law, Omer and Margaret Koopman, Bloomington; grandchildren, Amanda, Megan, Austin, Alissa, Anna, and Tyler Moss; siblings, Linda (Bill) Sammons, Copperas Cove, Texas; Kimberly (Gary) Felton, La Crosse; Dale Moss, Florida; and Pamela (John) Wadlington, Pasedena, Texas; in-laws, Mary Sue (Earl) Sewell, Conway, AR; Sharon Barr, DeWitt, Iowa; and James (Laurie) Koopman, Cassville; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Ben, in 1977; his mother, Peggy Huebner, in 1994; stepfathers, Lyle Cox in 1975 and Glenn Huebner in 1990; and a sister, Cindy Evangelista, in 2005. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, August 16, 2007, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman and Father David Timmerman officiating. Burial will be at St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery, Bloomington, with Military Honors at the visitation and funeral by the Abraham-Hickok-Wetmore American Legion Post No. 148 of Bloomington. Friends may call from 3 ­ 8 p.m. on Wednesday, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington. A Knights of Columbus rosary will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the church, where friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Ben Moss Memorial Fund has been established. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is assisting the family.

MERV KNAPP
A longtime Prairie du Chien businessman, Merv Knapp, age 82, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center in Prairie du Chien.
He was born Sept. 21, 1924, in Platteville, son of Ernest and Lena (Kreul) Knapp. At the age of 18 he was drafted into the U.S. Navy in 1943 where he was trained as an aviation radioman and gunner. He served in the South Pacific and his unit received many commendations. He married Darleen Alderman in June of 1948. In 1959 Merv and Don Knapp and two other partners formed Knapp's Inc. and had a furniture and floorcovering store in the Commerce Court Mall. Merv left the corporation in 1977 and started Merv's Floor Center in downtown Prairie du Chien, where he remained until his retirement in 1993.
He was a charter member and past president of the Jaycees, charter member of the board of director's of the United Way and active in both the Chamber of Commerce and the Downtown Business Assn. One of Merv's favorite hobbies was pitching softball. He and his wife were also charter members of the Prairie du Chien Country Club.
He is survived by his wife Darleen of Prairie du Chien; a son Greg (Diane Picha) Knapp of Waunakee; a daughter Deb (Greg) Schlickman of DeForest; a brother Bill (Bernie) Knapp of San Diego, CA; along with three grandchildren, Andrew and Kiley Knapp and Allie Schlickman.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Nelson and Don; along with a sister Helen Nicholson.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, Sept. 17, 2007, at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. garrityfuneralhome.com

JAMES   DANIELS
James Daniels 65 of McGregor, IA went home to be with his Lord on Sunday September 16, 2007 at Gundersen-Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI
following a long illness.
Memorial services will be 2:00 PM Saturday September 22, 2007 at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in McGregor, IA with burial in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, McGregor.
Friends may call at he church beginning at 1:00 PM Saturday.
The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor assisted the family.
He is survived by his wife Ruthann, two sons: Brett Paul (Debbie) Daniels and David S. (Mary) Daniels both of Sheboygan, WI, one granddaughter Jessica Daniels, one grand-
son Matthew Daniels, two great grandsons Alexander and Nicholas Daniels all of Sheboygan, WI; and a half brother Scott Lewandoske also of Sheboygan, WI.
James was born July 12, 1942 in Sheboygan, WI to Harvey and Lily (Hicks) Daniels. He attended Trinity Lutheran School and graduated from North High School. James married Ruthann Scheck on January 30, 1960 at St. Mark's Lutheran Church in Sheboygan. He worked for K.P. Welding & Fabricating in Sheboygan until his retirement in January of 2006. They later moved to Panama City, FL and were staying in their summer home in McGregor at the time of his death.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be given.

CLEMENT J. WALL, SR.
Clement J. "Clem" Wall, Sr., age 83 of Lancaster, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at home.  He was born May 2, 1924 in LaMotte, IA, the son of Edward and Elsie (Knief) Wall.  Clem enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp in 1944, stationed in the Pacific Theater and honorably discharged in 1946.  On October 23, 1946, he married Virginia I. Adams at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster.  They farmed near LaMotte until moving to Lancaster in 1962, where they continued to farm.  Clem and Virginia were state distributors for both Microlite and Agriserum companies.  According to Prevention Magazine, they established the first organic farm in Wisconsin.  He was a member of St. Clement Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, Richard Burns American Legion Post #109, and the NFO.  Clem liked to play cards, especially euchre; to listen to the radio, and to work in his garden.  He also enjoyed socializing and attending farm sales.            
He is survived by seven children:  Kathleen (Neil) Knutsen, Milwaukee; Thomas Wall, Clement (Kathy) Wall, Jr., and Ann Marie (Jerry) Schwendinger, all of Lancaster; Jerry Wall, Oelwein, IA; Rosalee (Dan) Lorenz, Prairie du Chien; and Daniel Wall, Lancaster; 24 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; a son-in-law, Ron Bast, Greendale, WI; six sisters-in-law:  Rosemary Schultz, Stockton, IL; Dolores (Leonard) Hosch, Monticello, IA; Cecelia (Charles) Breihan, Lancaster; Nancy Wall, Galena, IL; Madeline Wall, Platteville; and Jean Adams, Lancaster; two brothers-in-law:  Richard (Janis) Adams, Dickeyville; and Thomas Adams, Platteville; nieces, nephews, cousins, and other relatives; and his dog, Tippy. He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia; his daughter, Mary Bast; his parents; three brothers, John, Ray, and Francis Wall; sisters-in-law, Marion Reeg, Kathleen Adams and Margie Hoffman; brothers-in-law, Robert, Mark and Francis Adams; Morris Schultz, and William Reeg. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, August 27, 2007 at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial with military honors will be in St. Clement Cemetery, Lancaster.  Visitation will be held from 2:00 ­ 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 26, 2007 at the Martin Funeral Home in Lancaster, where a 7:00 p.m. parish scripture service and rosary will be held, and after 9:30 a.m. Monday morning at the church.  

GENEVA G.  HAMMOND
Geneva G. (Jeannie) Hammond, 76, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, August 18, 2007 at Gundersen Lutheran in La Crosse. She was born on June 18, 1931 in rural Crawford County, WI to Bealis and Ella (Jones) Giddings. She married Herbert Holliday in 1948 and of that marriage had four children: Norma (Dennis) Passa of Kandihoyi, MN; Terry (Valerie) Pearson of La Crosse; Carol (Skip) Werntz of Byron, IL; Kirk (Rae) Holliday of De Soto. He preceded her in death in 1964. In 1966, she married Glenn Hammond and they had one daughter Sarah (Trevor) Boardman of De Soto. Together they ran the De Soto Orchard until Glenn's death in 1990. Jeannie loved to sell apples and talk to anyone who stopped by the apple stand. She lived her life for her family, friends and community. She was a member of the New Hope United Methodist Church and enjoyed their "Young At Heart" activities. Jeannie was a lifetime member of VFW Post 8123 Auxiliary and served in several offices, most recently as Chaplain. She loved the outdoors and lived to garden. Her second favorite area was her kitchen. No event was complete with out a pie, her noodles or something she canned. Until this year, she had entered and won several awards at the Crawford County Fair by exhibiting for over 50 years and shared her gifts through 4-H. She is survived by her children and 15 grandchildren; Aaron (Kelly) Passa, Ben Passa, Charles (Dodi) Passa, Jennifer Passa, Kevin Passa, Elissa Radtke, David (Janna) Dammon, Thomas (Amy) Dammon, Corey Werntz, Shannon Werntz, Ashley Werntz, Michalia Holliday, Mitchel (Stephanie) Holliday, Kaleen (Derrick) Caulkins and Alexander Boardman; 14 great grandchildren with one on the way; five brothers: Oliver (Jane) Giddings, John (Judy) Giddings, Donald (Eula) Giddings, Bealis Giddings Jr., and Colin (Donna) Giddings; four sisters: Betty Jones, Edna Rose, Teresa (Rodney) Gardner and Patricia Giddings; three sisters-in-law: Ruth Giddings, Mary (Elder) Dyb and Martha Hammond; and numerous other family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Willard Giddings and a sister, Hazel Emerson.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the New Hope United Methodist Church at Redmound. Pastor Bill Busch will officiate with burial in the Walnut Mound Cemetery at Retreat. Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. with a VFW auxiliary service at 6:00 p.m. at the Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home, 320 Main (Hwy 82) in DeSoto. Friends may also call at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.vosseteigfuneralhomes.com  The Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home of DeSoto is serving the family.

DAVID R. WAITE
David R. Waite, age 68, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly Thurs., Aug. 23, 2007 at his home. He was born Oct. 18, 1938 in Three Lakes, WI, son of Lanson and Frances (Bartlett) Waite. He was stationed in Korea during his service in the U.S. Army. He married Mary Jane Pedretti on Oct. 13, 1962 at St. Charles Church in Genoa, WI. He worked as an operating engineer in heavy construction in Milwaukee and Genoa, WI. He later worked for Mara and Welsch Construction and Pitzer Plumbing in Prairie du Chien. Dave enjoyed water skiing, hunting and fishing and was a talented woodworker. He was a member of the Eagles Club Aerie 1502.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years Mary Jane of Prairie du Chien, a son William of Viroqua, WI, 3 daughters; Kelly (Rex) Walters of Wauzeka, WI, Nicole (Andy) Sudhoff of Antioch, IL and Jennifer (Jeremy) Harrison of Fon du Lac, WI, a brother William (Lillian) of Harpswell, Maine, 5 sisters; Phyllis (Col. Samuel) Taub of McLean, VA, Dorothy Wilson of Jasper, AL, Phoebe Johnson and Marie (Lane) Fiske both of St. Cloud, FL and Shirley Anne (Paul) Klenke of Dexter, OR, along with 2 grandchildren; Megan and Tyler. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers; Thomas, Kenneth, John and Mark along with 3 sisters; Lois Waite, Olive Grossetti and Janet Kemp. According to Dave's wishes his body has been donated to science at the Dept. of Anatomy at the University of Wisconsin ­ Madison. Family and friends will gather on Sun., Aug. 26, 2007 beginning at 3:00 PM at the Eagles Club in Prairie du Chien to celebrate Dave's life. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

AGNES HANDKE
Agnes Nora Handke, 85, of Guttenberg, IA died Saturday, September 1, 2007 at the Guttenberg Hospital following a brief illness. Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 15, 2007 at the Methodist Church, Guttenberg, IA. Pastor Neil Hofer will officiate. The Cremation Society of Eastern-Central-Western Iowa is in charge of the arrangements.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jean Kay & Jeff Strnad of Prairie du Chein, WI; Grandsons, Tim Hagen of Caldwell, ID, Lance (Petra) Hagen of Solders Grove, WI, Tom (Tracy) Hagen of Goshen, IN, Jeff (Michelle) Hagen of Elkhart, IN, James Hagen of Boise, ID, Roberta Hurlbert of San Diego, CA; Great grandchildren, Brian, Lee, Nathan, Jarith, Chris, Andrea, Matt, Tyler, Jessica, Chance, Chase, Trevor, Taylor Rain & Rachel; Great ­great grandson, Jordan Hagen; many nieces and nephews; Best Friend, Inze Harbaugh of Guttenberg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Wallace "Bud" Cassutt and great grandson, Timothy Lee Hagen, Jr.
Agnes Nora Bruckner was born September 6, 1921 in McGregor, Iowa the daughter of Fred & Lillian (Schultz) Bruckner. She married Wallace Bruckner on December 26, 1939. She owned and operated Agnes Tap in Guttenberg, IA for many years, then retired to Essman Island.
She will be dearly missed by those who loved her and knew her.
Online condolences and remembrances may be left by visiting Agnes's obituary at www.iowacremation.com

TERRANCE WALLER
Terrance "Terry" L. Waller age 52 of Prairie du Chien died unexpectedly Tues., Sept. 11, 2007 at his home. He was born June 14, 1955 in Prairie du Chien, son of Marlowe and Ann (Richter) Waller. He was a graduate of Viterbo University in LaCrosse, WI and taught at Wyalusing Academy for the past 15 years. Terry was very active at the Academy in school events and activities. Terry was a very proud "packer fan" and a great collector of packer memorabilia. He is survived by a son Michael (Tammy) Waller of Missoula, MT, a brother Thomas of Colorado, 2 sisters; Pat Kramer of Prairie du Chien and Mary Jo (Mel) Carl of LaCrosse, WI along with 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Sat., Sept. 15, 2007 at 11:00 AM at St. John's Catholic Church, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien, WI. Friends may call at the church on Sat., Sept. 15, 2007 from 9:00 AM until the time of services. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is serving the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

KATHLEEN CAROLINE ROWE
Kathleen C. Rowe 91, formally of 716 35th St. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Thursday September 6, 2007 at the Great River Care Center in McGregor, IA following a short illness. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Monday September 10, 2007 at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor, IA with burial at 2:30 PM at Osage City Cemetery, Osage, IA. Friends may call on Monday beginning at 9:00 AM. In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorials be given to the Alzheimer's Association in Kathleen's name. She is survived by a daughter Ruth Ann (Wilbur) McCormick of Aurora, CO, son Bob (Millie) Rowe of McGregor, IA, five grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren; brother Birchard (Sandra) Bower and a sister Harriet Heuer both of St. Ansgar, IA; sister in law Marvel Kubicek of Osage, IA, brother in law Alan (Phyllis) Rowe of Port Orchard, WA, and numerous nephews and nieces. Kathleen was born February 18, 1916 to Robert and Tess (Klar) Bower in rural Mitchell County, IA. She married Paul A. Rowe on May 27, 1945 in Osage, IA. She and Paul lived in Cedar Rapids, IA for many years and were loyal and active members of Trinity United Methodist Church for over 55 years. Kathleen or Kay, as her friends called her, was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and sewing. She was an active member of W.S.C.S. and Kings Daughter's for many years. Kathleen has lived in McGregor for the past several years. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband in 1984, and a brother Keith Bower.

LORETTA ROSE KRAMER
Loretta R. Kramer 99 of Cedar Rapids, IA formally of Eastman, WI, died Thursday September 6, 2007 at Mercy Hospital in Cedar Rapids, IA following a sudden illness. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Tuesday September 11, 2007 at Salem United Methodist Church with burial in Campbell Cemetery, both of Eastman, WI. Friends may call at the church beginning at 1:00 PM on Tuesday. She is survived by a daughter Melba (Frances) Hutchcroft of Cedar Rapids, IA. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, WI assisted the family. Loretta Rose was born January 8, 1908 in Crawford County, WI to Otto and Bertha (Trautsch) Kussmaul. She married Haraley Kramer and they farmed in the Eastman area for many years. Harley died on July 18, 1983. Loretta later moved to Cedar Rapids to live with her daughter.

GARY L JOHNSON
Gary L. Johnson age 58 of Gays Mills passed away unexpectedly Tues., Sept. 11, 2007 at the Vernon Memorial Hospital in Viroqua, WI. He was born Oct. 9, 1948 in Prairie du Chien, WI, son of Clyde and Doris (Noel) Johnson. He served in the U.S. Navy during the Viet Nam War. He married Debra Hohn on July 24, 1984 in Prairie du Chien. Gary worked as a cheesemaker, a carpenter and an engineer. He was most recently employed at the Majestic Star Casino in Gary, IN and was a talented artist. He is survived by his wife of 23 years Debra Johnson of Gays Mills, WI, his children; Erik (Leslie) Johnson of Pine, CO, Keith Johnson of Madison, WI, Luke (Jennifer) Bohnenkamp of Birmingham, AL, Carrie (Mark) Henze of Plainfield, IL and Heika (John) Kavinsky of Pine, CO, his mother Doris Johnson of Prairie du Chien, a brother Jeffrey (Sue) Johnson of Madison, IN, 2 sisters; Fay (Ray) Sporleder of McGregor, IA and Linda (Glenn) McCullick of Prairie du Chien, his grandchildren; Payton, Olivia, Clark and Aeydin. He was preceded in death by his father and a sister Valerie Lessard. A Memorial service will be Fri., Sept. 14, 2007 at 7:30 PM at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien, WI, with Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating. . Friends may call at the funeral home on Fri., Sept. 14, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Military Rites will be accorded at 4:15 PM by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

LOIS   HORSFALL
Lois J. Horsfall 85 of Prairie du Chien, WI died Tuesday September 11, 2007 at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, WI following a short illness. Funeral services will be 2:00 PM Saturday September 15, 2007 at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, WI with burial at the Bloomington Cemetery, Bloomington, WI. Friends may call on Saturday beginning at 11:00 AM. Lois is survived by three children: Betty (John) Bednarski of Milwaukee, WI, Virgil "Butch" (Lou Ann) Horsfall of Patch Grove, WI, Phyllis (Charles) Lindner of Steuben, WI; seven grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren.
Lois was born June 16, 1922 in Crawford County, WI to John and Anna(Graap) Steiner.  She married Rex Horsfall on December 15, 1943 in Prairie du Chien.  They lived in Patch Grove, WI for most of their married life.  Following his death Lois moved to Prairie du Chien, where she worked at the Opportunity Center for a few years.  Lois enjoyed playing cards, working puzzles, and coloring. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Rex on January 22, 1968, siblings: Ona Panka, Veda Benish, Marnold "Cracker" Steiner, Gilbert "Gib" Steiner, step sister
Gertrude Bonney and step brother William Shereck.

PHILIP LESTER
Philip Keith Lester passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 6, 2007, at Kaiser Hospital in Hayward, California, at the age of 72. A native of Gays Mills, Wisconsin, Phil was born to Avery and Florence Lester on May 9, 1935. After school, he joined the United States Navy and served his country from August 1952 to November 1956. He was a 24 year member of the McCormick-Rose Legion in Gay Mills. Philip worked 29 years, as a supervisor, for RCA Global Communications in San Francisco, California. After retirement, he worked for Norman's Nursery in Linden, California until the time of his death. On June 14, 1968, he married Virginia Eggen Lynde. He is survived by his wife Virginia of 39 years; a daughter, Stephanie (Craig) Collins of Mill Valley, California; three grandchildren; 2 brothers, Richard (Winnie) Lester of Ponca City, Oklahoma and Mark (Sandy) Lester of Gays Mills, Wisconsin; a sister, Ann (Frank) Pinkham of Ferryville, Wisconsin. Preceding Philip in death was his father, mother and daughter, Shauna (Richard) Hanson. The memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, September 15, 2007, at 1:00 pm in the Chapel at Rocha's Mortuary, 215 S. School Street in Lodi, California. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Ovarian Cancer Foundation for Living; Matthew Hanson, Executive Director; 2707 Laguna Street; San Francisco, CA 94123. A memorial service in Gays Mills, Wisconsin, is being planned by the McCormick-Rose Legion Post 308 for a later date.

WILIIAM J PLOESSL
William J. "Bill" Ploessl, age 45, of Marshall, formerly of Bloomington, passed away Friday, September 7, 2007, as the result of an accident, while doing one of the things he loved most, riding his motorcycle.
He was born on January 20, 1962, in Bloomington, the son of Gerald and Dolores (White) Ploessl. He graduated from Bloomington High School in 1980. On August 23, 1985, Bill was united in marriage to Charlene M. Breuer at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glen Haven. Bill was formerly employed at Bloomington Custom Processing. Currently, he was a plant engineer at Oscar Mayer in Madison. Bill was an avid Badger and Packer football fan. He loved being involved in his children's activities. Bill was a lifetime member of the Bloomington and Deerfield Volunteer Fire Departments.
He is survived by his wife, Charlene; his children, Kevin of Deerfield, Cory of Eau Claire, Gina of Cambridge; his mother, Dolores Ploessl, Bloomington; nine brothers and sisters, Carol (Tom) Mumm of Bloomington, Peggy (Doug) Vanderbilt of Prairie du Chien, Marcia (Scott) Stillwell of Bagley, Jane (Ernie) Dallam of St. Paul, MN, Sheri Ott (Donovan Ott) of Prairie du Chien, Jerry (Laura Lucas) Ploessl of Mt. Horeb, Jeff (Tara Brickson) Ploessl of Madison, Gene (Kate) Ploessl of Germantown and Kevin (Michelle) Ploessl of Evansville; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Bill was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Ploessl and a brother-in-law, Jim Kolman.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Bloomington. Friends may call on Wednesday, September 12, 2007, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services Thursday morning. In lieu of plants and flowers, a William J. "Bill" Ploessl memorial fund has been established. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is assisting the family.

MARTHA H. DAVIS
Martha H. "Molly" Davis, age 89, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, Sept. 8, 2007, at her home.
She was born Oct. 14, 1917, in Glasgow, Scotland, daughter of Robert and Elizabeth (Cairney) Davis. She worked as a weaver of Irish linen in Lisburn, N. Ireland and later farmed in Hillsborough, N. Ireland. In 1971 she moved to Prairie du Chien to be near her grandchildren. She worked at the Prairie du Chien Convalescent Center until her retirement.
She is survived by her daughter Elizabeth "Rosey" (Gaylord) Kramer of Eastman, three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Lillian and Jean.
Funeral services will be held graveside on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at the Shanghai Ridge Cemetery in Eastman, with Rev. Lynn Schreck officiating. Friends may call on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2007, from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien. garrityfuneralhome.com

 
AGNES HANDKE
Agnes Nora Handke, 85, of Guttenberg, IA died Saturday, September 1, 2007 at the Guttenberg Hospital following a brief illness.
Memorial Services will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, September 15, 2007 at the Methodist Church, Guttenberg, IA. Pastor Neil Hofer will officiate. The Cremation Society of Eastern-Central-Western Iowa is in charge of the arrangements.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jean Kay & Jeff Strnad of Prairie du Chein, WI; Grandsons, Tim Hagen of Caldwell, ID, Lance (Petra) Hagen of Solders Grove, WI, Tom (Tracy) Hagen of Goshen, IN, Jeff (Michelle) Hagen of Elkhart, IN, James Hagen of Boise, ID, Roberta Hurlbert of San Diego, CA; Great grandchildren, Brian, Lee, Nathan, Jarith, Chris, Andrea, Matt, Tyler, Jessica, Chance, Chase, Trevor, Taylor Rain & Rachel; Great Ðgreat grandson, Jordan Hagen; many nieces and nephews; Best Friend, Inze Harbaugh of Guttenberg.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Wallace ÒBudÓ Cassutt and great grandson, Timothy Lee Hagen Jr.

AGNES BRUCKNER
Agnes Nora Bruckner was born September 6, 1921 in McGregor, Iowa the daughter of Fred & Lillian (Schultz) Bruckner. She married Wallace Bruckner on December 26, 1939. She owned and operated Agnes Tap in Guttenberg, IA for many years, then retired to Essman Island.
She will be dearly missed by those who loved her and knew her.
Online condolences and remembrances may be left by visiting Agnes's obituary at www.iowacremation.com

ELIZABETH LEE
Elizabeth "Betty" Lee age 81 of Prairie du Chien passed away Sun., Sept. 2, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born July 15, 1926 in Prairie du Chien, WI daughter of Roy and Emma (Aubin) Gokey. She was a graduate of St. Gabriel’s Elementary School and St. Mary’s Academy in Prairie du Chien. She worked for Trane Co. in LaCrosse, WI and later for Peterson Antoine and Peterson Law Office in Prairie du Chien. She married Harold "Andy" Anderson in 1952 and they moved to Biloxi, MS where they resided for 25 years. Betty was a big "Betty Boop fan"and collected memorabilia. After retirement she volunteered her time working at the Crisis Center in Janesville, doing income taxes for the elderly, working the voting booths, teaching reading to the mentally challenged, and helping at Community Action programs. She also taught the elderly senior driving tips through a program at the local hospital.
She is survived by 3 daughters; Debbie (Pete) Miller of Hudson, WI, Jan (Doug) King of Janesville, WI and Jill (Dane) Bolz of Perkinstown, WI, 3 grandchildren; Stash (Samantha) Brown, Camille and Dylan Miller along with a great grandchild Trinity Brown. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A Memorial Mass of Resurrection will be Thurs., Sept. 6, 2007 at 11:30 AM at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien with Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Friends may call at the church on Thurs., Sept. 6, 2007 at the time of service. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

IVANELLE SIMAK
IvaNelle Simak, age 87, of McGregor and formerly of Prairie du Chien, passed away Friday, Aug. 31, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born Nov. 6, 1919 in Mt. Ida, daughter of Austin and Sylvia (Seitz) Ransom. She was a graduate of UW Platteville. Education was very important to her and she enjoyed teaching in the classroom as well as informing her son and daughter about the many wonders of nature. IvaNelle married Carson Simak on Sept. 15, 1943. The two of them farmed for 11 years with Carson's parents on Campbell Ridge before moving to Fennimore, where she taught for over 20 years. She loved to travel with her husband, and when they drove their camper to Alaska she wrote and documented a special unit to use in her classroom. She was a painter and published writer of poetry. Her sisters and brothers were a very important part of her life, as were her grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She is survived by her husband of 63 years Carson Simak of McGregor, IA; a son John and daughter-in-law Sharon Simak; daughter Peg and son-in-law Don Doering; three grandchildren, Terry Doering, Rose Langer, Clifford Simak; four great-grandchildren, Shane Simak, Brandon Langer, Ethan and Sawyer Doering; three sisters, Lenice Linton, Marjorie Hansen and Jenny Haseltine. She was preceded in death by her brothers; Don and Sid Ransom and a sister Phyllis Summers. Funeral services were Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2007, at United Methodist Church in Prairie du Chien, Rev. Stuart Allen officiated, with burial in the Union Nagle Cemetery in Patch Grove. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien, served the family. garrityfuneralhome.com

LUCILLE RICHTER
Lucille J. Richter, 91, of Bloomington, died on Sunday, August 12, 2007, at her home in Bloomington.  She was born on December 22, 1915, in rural Bloomington, the daughter of John and Josephine (Saber) Crubel.  Lucille attended St. Mary's Catholic School in Bloomington.  She married Elgie H. Richter on November 28, 1935, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington.  Lucille was employed as a cook at St. Mary's Catholic School for many years and enjoyed being around the school children.  She was a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and a member of the Bloomington Senior Citizens.  Lucille enjoyed spending time with her friends and playing cards.  She loved her family and always took care of her children. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her brothers, Ray Crubel, Marvin Crubel, Gerald Crubel and her sister, Helen Moe. Survivors include her children. Roger (Lorraine) Richter, Bloomington; Tom (Sharon) Richter, Fennimore; Diane (Dan) Grippe, Buchanan, Ga.; nine grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; her sisters: Janet McDonald, Berkley, Calif.; Geraldine Best, Manhattan, Kansas; Patricia Pohle, Bloomington; sister-in-law, Jean Crubel, Bloomington; brother-in-law, Bill Cully, San Francisco, Calif . Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 17, 2007, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington at 10:30 a.m. with Father Bart Timmerman officiating.  Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Bloomington.  Visitation will be held on Thursday, from 5 until 7 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home, Bloomington.  Friends may also call on Friday, August 17, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is assisting the family.

DEBRA A. GOVIER
Debra A. Govier, age 50, of Prairie du Chien passed away on Friday August 10, 2007, at her residence in Prairie du Chien. She was born on September 6, 1956, in Prairie du Chien, the daughter of Keith and Elizabeth (Schmeltz) Horsfall. She married Galen Govier on April 4, 1981, at the United Methodist Church in Bloomington. Debra was employed as the executive secretary for the Crawford County Sheriff department for 23 years. She is survived by her husband Galen Govier of Prairie du Chien; one son, Tim Govier at home; one daughter, Elizabeth "Beth" Govier at home; three brothers, Joe (Sharon) Horsfall of Prairie du Chien, Walter (Kathy) Horsfall of Harpers Ferry, IA., Jack (Sue) Horsfall of La Crosse; one sister, Jean Decker of Prairie du Chien; several nieces and nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, a infant brother and a infant sister. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday August 15, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the Faith Evangelical Free Church at 1110 East Cass Street in Prairie du Chien, Pastor Gerald Roberson officiating. Burial will be in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Mt. Ida Township, Grant County Wisconsin. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien and also at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of service.

RICHARD A. BRUCKNER
Richard A. Bruckner, age 69, of rural Prairie du Chien passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2007. Richard was born to Frank and Flora Bruckner on December 17, 1937.
He married Shirley Kasparek February 2, 1963.Richard retired from Operating Engineers Local 139 in 1999.
Richard enjoyed playing cards, fishing, gardening, woodworking and Shirley's great cooking.
He is survived by his wife of forty-(four) years, Shirley Bruckner of rural Prairie du Chien and four children; Terry Bruckner of St. Anthony Village, MN, Jerry Bruckner of Shakopee MN, Garry Bruckner of Gotham. Sherry Bruckner of Carlos, MN and one sister, Flora Barker of Millville.
Memorial Services will be held on Monday, August 13, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. at the Garrity Funeral Home, in Prairie du Chien.  Father Jack Wambach officiating. Burial in the Evergreen Cemetery in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Monday from 9:00A.M. unitl the time of service at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, with a Eagles Club tribute at 10:30 A.M. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society or the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospice.  

CHARLOTTE B. GUTHRIE
Charlotte B. Guthrie, age 87, of Bagley died August 8, 2007 at Orchard Manor in rural Lancaster. She was born January 7, 1920 in Mendota, IL, the daughter of Ezra C. and Charlott A. (Pohl) Betz.  On February 27, 1949, Charlotte married Everett M. Guthrie in Mendota, IL.  He passed away in 1985.  Together they started farming in IL.  In 1958, they moved to Bagley and farmed until they retired.  She was a member of Patch Grove United Methodist Church.
Charlotte enjoyed woodworking, sewing and playing cards with the Bloomington Senior Citizens.  She was famous for her beautiful flowers and lemon meringue pie.
She is survived by three children:  John Guthrie, Velpen, IN; Roger (Peggy) Guthrie, Bagley; and Sue (Sylvester) Breuer, Glen Haven; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; her brother, Gilbert "Bud" Betz, Quincy, IL; her sister-in-law, Helen Betz, Warrensburg, IL; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Everett; two brothers and one sister; and a grandson, Tim Guthrie.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 11, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington with the Reverend Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial will be in the Brodtville Cemetery in the Wyalusing Township.  Visitation will be held on Friday from 4:00 ­ 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home in Bloomington, and Saturday morning after 10:00 a.m.

Father William L. O'Neill, C. PP.S.
"Fr. Bill", beloved priest, brother, uncle, educator and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2007. Preceded in death by his parents, William and Marie (McDonald) O'Neill; sisters, Margaret (Fraunfeider), Eileen (Casey), Gen (Austin), and brother, Thomas. Survived by siblings, John (Dorothy), Robert (Agnes), Sr. Catherine, FSPA, Marietta Halpin (Bill), Gerald (Carol), many nieces, nephews, and members of the Precious Blood community. Fr. O'Neill, 81, was known for his work in the fields of psychology and special ed., his work with people with mental and physical disabilities, and as a spiritual director, especially with the Carmelites. Born in Janesville, Wis., July 10, 1926. He was ordained in May 1952 as a priest of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood. He completed his seminary education at St. Charles Seminary in Carthagena, Ohio, where he will be buried. He held three PhDs and five master's degrees in the fields of psychology and special ed. He served at St. James the Less in Columbus, Ohio, and for 25 years at St. Clement's parish in Minneapolis. He was a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force, serving overseas and in the U.S.; he taught at Calumet College in East Chicago, Ind., for the five years before joining the College of St. Thomas faculty in 1974. While there, he organized annual retreats for the disabled, retreats for their caretakers and the annual archbishop's Mass for people with disabilities. He retired from teaching in 1993, but continued his work with the disabled and as a spiritual advisor. He received many honors including the Social Justice Disability Award from Catholic Charities, the National Service Award from the Apostolate for Mentally Retarded Persons, and WCCO Radio's Good Neighbor Award. Services were held in the Chapel of St. Thomas Aquinas on the St. Thomas campus.

VICTOR PINTZ
Victor "Vic" Pintz, 96, De Pere, died Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2007. He was born June 27, 1911 in Prairie du Chein to John and Annastasia Pintz. Vic graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in 1935. He received his Master's Degree from UW-Stout. On Oct. 15, 1938 he married Ruth Beibel in Wrightstown. She preceded him in death in 1990. After teaching at Wrightstown High School for three years, he came to Green Bay in 1938 and taught at Franklin Junior High School until his retirement in 1976. He served at a Naval Lieutenant for three and a half years during World War II as an Assistant Commander of the West Coast Sonar School in San Diego, CA. In 1978, he was inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame at UW-Platteville for three sports, football, basketball and baseball. He was also a member of the Green Bay West High School All Time Hall of Fame for outstanding athletic and coaching achievements. Vic was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in De Pere. He was a member of the National Retired Teachers Association, The Retired Men's Club and was a member of The American Legion for over 50 years. Survivors include his sister, Margaret Luzenski, Sun City, AZ; his best friend, Celine Anderson, De Pere; two nieces and five nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers, Jerry, Martin "Bob", John and Dan. Visitation was held at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., Green Bay, from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday. The Funeral Service was held at 7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home with Deacon Mike Vander Bloomen officiating. Burial was in St. Paul's Cemetery, Wrightstown. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Vic's name to benefit the Kidney Foundation and Alzheimer's Research.Marcus A. Morales Marcus A. Morales, age 25, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 31, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.

Robert Becka
Robert E. "Bob" Becka, 69, of Bagley, died Wednesday, August 1, 2007, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse. He was born March 11, 1938, in Chicago, IL. to Ernest and Ethyl (Howie) Becka. After graduating from Moline High School in Moline, IL in 1956, he joined the United States Army Reserves and served for two years. In August 1957 he married Rosalie Van Meter in Moline, IL and they were later divorced. Bob worked as a lineman for Iowa-Illinois Gas and Electric Company in Moline, IL until he retired in 1988. He later moved to Bagley. In 1968 he married Carol Coulter and they later divorced. In 1982 he married Ann Manley and she preceded him in death in September 1991. Bob is survived by his three children, Kimberlee Becka of Mesa, AZ, Jeffrey (Rebecca) Becka of Ottawa, IL, and Michael Becka of White Bear Lake, MN; five grandchildren, Derek, Cheyenne, Chris, Ashlee and Jessica; one great-grandson, Nathan; and one sister Karla (Doug) Bateman of Moline, IL. In addition to his wife Ann, he was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Margaret Clark. In accordance to his wishes, his body will be cremated and no services are planned at this time. Interment will be in Greenview Memorial Gardens in East Moline, IL at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society. Woodruff-Jandt Funeral Home, La Crosse, is in charge of the arrangements. Laura E. Webster Laura E. Webster, age 58, of Gays Mills passed away Saturday, Aug. 4, 2007, at her home following a three year battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 31, 1949, in Bellingham, WA, daughter of Bernard and Bessie (Monroe) Storm. She married George Webster on Apr. 24, 1974, in Galena, Ill. Laura enjoyed doing volunteer work and raising her family. She is survived by her husband George of Gays Mills; a son Greg (Andrea DuCharme) Webster of Prairie du Chien; three daughters, Loretta (Steven) Cleven of Gays Mills, Jeannie Curry of Castle Rock, WA and Kim Story of Houston, TX; three brothers, Raymond Colkitt of Vader,Wa, Bernard Storm of Longview, WA and Roger Colkitt of Penn.; four sisters, Fern and Claudia Storm both of Kingman, AZ, Frankie Colkitt of Longview, WA and Barbara Storm of Washington; seven grandchildren and one great grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Butch Storm, Dick Colkitt and Bobby Cooper. Funeral services will be Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, at 7 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Stuart Allen officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, from 4 pm until the time of services. garrityfuneralhome.com

Alta Marie Gernert
Alta Marie Gernert passed away Jan. 14, 2007, at the age of 101. She was born Feb. 15, 1905, to Abbelen and Mary (Bertsch) DuCharme of Eastman. Alta grew up and went to school on DuCharme Ridge. She later went to Milwaukee and worked at Elines Candy Co. for many years. She then moved to Austin, MN and worked at George A. Hormel meat packing company. Alta later married Al Gernert, who preceded her in death in 1984. Shortly after his death she moved to California to be near her son. She is survived by her son, Robert and his wife, Lylise; a sister, Carrie Breuer of Prairie du Chien; and five grandchildren, Cheryl, Christine, Kelly, Gary, and Robert. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, Aug. 9, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. Visitation will be held at the church prior to services.

Barbara Ann Tubbs
Barbara Ann Tubbs, age 75, of Bagley, passed away Friday, August 3, 2007, at her home. Barbara was born January 10, 1932, in Grant County, the daughter of Harold and Bessie (Wilkinson) Govier. She married Robert R. Tubbs in 1953. Barbara was a housewife and mother and most recently worked at the AmericInn in Prairie du Chien. She enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid bird watcher and greatly appreciated feeding the birds. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Prairie du Chien. Barbara was a loving mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. Sharing her cooking and baking with family and friends brought her great pleasure. She is survived by her husband, Robert, Bagley; a daughter, Beth Ann Fortner (Bruce) of Cornell, Ill.; and two sons, William B. Tubbs of Deforest, and Thomas R. (Roxanne) Tubbs of Helena, Mont.; two grandsons, Brian Tubbs, of Missoula, Mont. and Alan Tubbs, of 0Bozeman, Mont.; a step-granddaughter, Taryn Fortner, of Phoenix, Ariz,; two step-grandsons, Nicholas Fortner and Dustin Fortner of Cornell, Il.; a sister, Norma (Floyd) Welsch of Prairie du Chien: four nephews, Rick (Lynette) Welsch of Madison; David Welsch of Middleton; Scott Welsch and Jim (Barb) Welsch of Prairie du Chien. Her parents preceded her in death. A Celebration of Life was held Monday, August 6, 2007, at the United Methodist Church, Prairie du Chien. Barb will be dearly missed by her family and many, many friends. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American Cancer Society or to the United Methodist Church, Prairie du Chien. Martin Funeral Home of Bloomington is assisting the family.

Lilly M. Tarnowske
Lilly M. Tarnowske, age 82, of Seneca, passed away Friday, Aug. 3, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born March 19, 1925, in Chicago, Ill., daughter of Frederick and Lilly Marie-Louise (Peterson) Nodtvedt. She married Edward Tarnowske on Nov. 26, 1949 in Chicago, Ill. He preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 1992. She served in the U.S. Navy during WW II. Lilly worked as a fleet manager for Western Publishing. She was a class taught Christian Scientist and active in the Humane Society and the World Wildlife Federation. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by a daughter MarieLouise (Ryan Shima) Wade of Seneca, and a granddaughter Kristina MarieLouise Wade. She was preceded in death by her husband and her parents. Funeral services were Sunday, Aug. 5, 2007, at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien. A private family inurnment will be at a later date. garrityfuneralhome.com

ANNETTE SOPHIE WAISS
Annette S. Waiss 92 of Prairie du Chien, WI formally of Brighton, CO died Saturday July 28, 2007 at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, WI. Funeral services and burial will be held in Brighton, CO. She is survived by her son Fred (Verlene) Waiss of Prairie du Chien. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home assisted the family.

HARLAN L. BAY
Harlan L. Bay, age 85, of Wauzeka passed away Sunday, July 29, 2007, at the Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, after a brief illness. He was born Dec 7, 1921, in Prairie du Chien, son of Theodore and Evelyn (Geisler) Bay. He attended St. Gabriel's Gradeschool and later Prairie du Chien High School. He married Nelsetta Nelson on Jan. 9, 1945, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. She preceded him in death on Jan. 12, 1998. Harlan owned and operated Bay's Taxidermy in Wauzeka, for over 35 years. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and belonged to the Rod and Gun Club. He is survived by three daughters, Maureen (Dave) Bauer of Freeport, IL, Marcia Bay of St. Paul, MN and Mary (Dick) Kiefer of Deerfield; two sons Gary of Cottage Grove and Greg (DeAnna) of Oakdale, MN; a brother Lawrence (Monica) of Steuben; nine grandchildren; Brett (Shelly) Bauer of Onalaska, Craig (Kristin) Bauer of Downers Grove, IL, Tiffany (Jamey) Kleeker of Freeport, IL, Denise (Paul) Twitte of Black River Falls, WI, Brad Chadwick of Monroe, WI, Brian (Nikki) Chadwick of Beloit, WI, Megan Kiefer of Arizona, Mandi Bay of Oakdale, MN and Melissa Ralph of Wauzeka, WI , 15 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a special friend Virginia Romanek of Wauzeka, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Weds., Aug. 1, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Rev. Eugene Wolf officiating, with burial in the Wauzeka Cemetery, both in Wauzeka, WI. Friends may call on Tues., July 31, 2007 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, WI where there will be a prayer service at 7:45 PM. Friends may also call at the Sacred Heart Church Hall on Weds. Aug. 1, 2007 from 10:00 AM until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Lloyd Haas
Lloyd "Laddie"  Haas, Port Richey, FL, died June 29, 2007 in Port Richey, at age 90.
He was born Jan 11, 1917 to Thomas and La Moine (Powers) Haas in the Township of Longwood. He graduated from Withee High School in 1934. During World War II he serviced in Co. E of the 1st Armored Regiment, 1st Armored Division, and fought in North Africa, Sicily, and southernb Italy. He was awarded the Purple Heart for injury in combat. On July 17, 1948, he was united in marriage to Eva Martin of Baraboo. Three children were born to this union, Allen of New Port Richey, FL, Susan of Nashville Tenn., and Robert of Palm Harbor, FL.
Lloyd was a printer, working for several years at the Courier Press in Prairie du Chien, and after moving to Florida in 1951, the Clearwater Sun and the Dunedin Times. Among survivors are a granddaughter, Crystal of Port Richey, FL; four brothers, Thomas of Salina Kan., Kermit of Council Bluffs IA, Garry of Eden Prairie Minn., and Charles of La Crosse; plus numerous nephews and nieces.
Interment was at Sylvan Abbey, Clearwater FL on July 3, 2007

ERVIN BENTLY
Ervin Bentley, 86, of Viola, died Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at his home following a long illness.
Ervin was born in Ringle, WI on May 21, 1921, to Clyde and Lila (Kent) Bentley. In 1944 he married Annastasia Seidl and together they raised five children. They had moved to the Chicago area in the early 1950's and Ervin worked as a carpenter until his retirement. The couple then moved to the old Military Ridge School House near Patch Grove, which Ervin remodeled. They were married 63 years.
Ervin is survived by his wife, Ann; children, Suzanne Hamilton of Wilder, ID; James (Guelda) Bentley of PawPaw, IL; Barbara (Mike) McNeill of Bartlett, IL; John (Lois) Bentley or Serena, IL; and Catherine (Mike) Augelli of Viroqua; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Lori (James) Dayton and children, Alicia and Michael; Paul (Dawn) Bentley and children Samantha, Paul, Sara, Preston; Janine (James) Laechelt and children Richard and Jessica; Joseph (Elizabeth) Augelli; and Jennifer Augelli. He is further survived by two brothers, Ray of New York and Walter or Oregon.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 13 siblings: Mildred Bendshadler, Gerald, Verne, Ralph, and Merlyn Bentley all of Oregon; Roy, Myron, Laura, Ronald, Hazel, Merrill, JP Bentley and Nina Brown all of Wisconsin.
Funeral services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, July 27, 2007, at the Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home, 123 West Decker (Hwy 56) in Viroqua. Father Robert Cook will officiate with burial on Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Union Cemetery in Patch Grove. Friends may call at the Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home in Viroqua on Friday from 4:30 p.m. until the time of the service. Due to road construction please use the parking lot entrance ‡ block south of Hwy 56. Online condolences may be offered at vosseteigfuneralhomes.com
The Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home of Viroqua is serving the family.

Leon Cook
Leon Charles Cook, age 65, of 2305 Whitetail Drive, died Saturday, July 21, 2007, at Mercy Medical Center Surrounded by his family after complications of Heart Surgery.
Leon was born August 17, 1941, in North Buena Vista, Iowa, son of Charles and Eleanor (Hefel) Cook. He married Darlene Helen Brehm, July 4, 1964. He entered the Iowa National Guard in 1959.
In his life, Leon had done many things, he worked as a mechanic, farmer, truck driver, and most recently realtor and contractor.
He was a caring and pleasant person, who always had a smile and a joke for everyone. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Family was the center of his life, he cherished every moment with his grandchilden. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing cards. He was a member of St. Mary s parish, American Legion Post 305, and Iowa Association of Realtors.
Surviving are his wife, Darlene; two sons, Rodney and Randall (Cindy Hein), both of McGregor; one daughter Kim (Scott) Hedeman, of Cedar Rapids; three grandchildren, Emily and Ashton Hedeman and Sommer Cook; his mother, Eleanor Cook, of Dubuque; four brothers, Ron (Janet) Cook, of Balltown, Wayne (Bonnie) Cook, of Dubuque, Joseph (Vickie Arison) Cook, of Muncie, Indiana, and Neil (Tamie) Cook, of Holy Cross; three sisters, Sharon (Stanley) Adams, of Sherrill, Charlene (William) Brimeyer, of Balltown, Lois (Dan) Thurston, of Davenport; and a sister-in-law, Alice Cook, of Bernard.
He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Dale Cook.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hoffmann Schneider and Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road where there will be a wake service at 7:30 p.m. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hoffmannschneiderfuneralhomes.com.

ADELINE GLUSS
Adeline Gluss Adeline Paterson Gluss, age 93, of McGregor IA passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 19, 1913, in Chicago, IL, daughter of John and Emma (Muenchow) Paterson. She married Raymond Gluss in 1965. He preceded her in death in 1997. Adeline was a talented artist, a great animal lover and enjoyed collecting coins. She will be sadly missed by a host of dear friends; Mike and Jessica Kricke, Leah and Craig Martin, Jenny Gordon, Larry and Maria Brummel and Herb Collins. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 26, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, July 26, 2007, from 9 a.m. until the time of services. garrityfuneralhome.com.

ELTHEAR M. RIECK
Elthear M. Rieck, 87, of Prairie du Chien, died Sunday July 22, 2007 at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, following a long illness.
She is survived by a son, Jerry (Pauline) Rieck of Garnavillo IA; nine grandchildren:Jeff and Dan Tesar of Alaska, Bonnie Sue Tesar of Arizona, Brandi (Mike) Whitt, Tim (Lisa) Rieck, Scott Rieck all of Prairie du Chien, Paul (Janette) Rieck, George (Katie) Rieck, and Marypat Rieck all of Garnavillo, and 11 great grandchildren.
Elthear Mary Jane was born October 13, 1919, to Albert and Harriet (Hubbard) Vanderbilt at Lynxville. She married George Rieck, who was working on the Lynxville Dam on September 11, 1937 at Decorah, IA. They had four children to this union: Georga Kay, Janet Jane, Bruce Lee and Jerry Albert. They lived in the Lynxville area, later moving to the Alma area and in August of 1948 they moved to Prairie du Chien. Elthear worked at the National Dec in Prairie du Chien for several years. In her middle years she wrote the Serviceman's Corner for the local paper in Prairie du Chien during the Vietnam War. On the CB Radio she was known as Granny at the Nuthouse base. Elthear volunteered for many years at the Opportunity Center, Forward Handicaps, and was a cofounder of the Drug Education and Prevention Group.
George died on December 28, 1981, also preceding her in death were her parents, three children: Georga Kay as an infant, Janet on September 6, 1969, and Bruce on April 15, 1999, and two brothers Theo and Floyd Vanderbilt.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, with burial at Alma, WI at 4:30 p.m.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home. There will also be visitation from 3 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday at the shelter at Rieck's Park in Alma. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given.

Leon Cook
Leon Charles Cook, age 65, of 2305 Whitetail Drive, Dubuque, died Saturday, July 21, 2007, at Mercy Medical Center Surrounded by his family after complications of Heart Surgery.
Leon was born August 17, 1941, in North Buena Vista, Iowa, son of Charles and Eleanor (Hefel) Cook. He married Darlene Helen Brehm, July 4, 1964. He entered the Iowa National Guard in 1959.
In his life, Leon had done many things, he worked as a mechanic, farmer, truck driver, and most recently realtor and contractor.
He was a caring and pleasant person, who always had a smile and a joke for everyone. He was a devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Family was the center of his life, he cherished every moment with his grandchilden. In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, hunting and playing cards. He was a member of St. Mary's parish, American Legion Post 305, and Iowa Association of Realtors.
Surviving are his wife, Darlene; two sons, Rodney and Randall (Cindy Hein), both of McGregor; one daughter Kim (Scott) Hedeman, of Cedar Rapids; three grandchildren, Emily and Ashton Hedeman and Sommer Cook; his mother, Eleanor Cook, of Dubuque; four brothers, Ron (Janet) Cook, of Balltown, Wayne (Bonnie) Cook, of Dubuque, Joseph (Vickie Arison) Cook, of Muncie, Indiana, and Neil (Tamie) Cook, of Holy Cross; three sisters, Sharon (Stanley) Adams, of Sherrill, Charlene (William) Brimeyer, of Balltown, Lois (Dan) Thurston, of Davenport; and a sister-in-law, Alice Cook, of Bernard.
He was preceded in death by his father and one brother, Dale Cook.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery. Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Hoffmann Schneider and Kitchen Funeral Home, 3860 Asbury Road where there will be a wake service at 7:30 p.m. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hoffmannschneiderfuneralhomes.com.

Nathan L. Walmer
Nathan L. Walmer, 20, of Mt. Zion, passed away Friday, July 20, at Scott Twp. in Crawford County following a farming accident.
He was born on April 28, 1987 in Boscobel to Jack and Gina (Amundson) Walmer. He graduated from Boscobel High School in 2005. Nathan enjoyed working on cars, especially his Mustang; he was an avid Packer fan, loved his dog Piper, and especially enjoyed working with his Gramps on the John Deere B.
He is survived by his mother Gina (Lyle Dalton) Walmer of Mt. Zion; A sister Nicky Walmer of Mt. Zion; Grandparents Lloyd & Barbara Amundson of Livingston, Duane & Dawn Walmer of Broadhead; grandmother Mary Alvarado of Texas; his dog Piper and several aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father Jack, and grandmother Mary Amundson.
Memorial Services will be held Friday, July 27, 2007 at 11a.m. at United Methodist Church in Mt. Zion with Pastor Stan Pegram officiating. Burial will be at the Boscobel Cemetery.
Friends may call Friday, July 26, 2007 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Beeman-Patchak Funeral Home in Boscobel, or, one hour prior to services at the church. The family request that memorial contributions be given to the family.

Margaret Bierman
Margaret "Margie" Bierman, age 99, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center.
She was born April 7, 1908, in Cuba City, daughter of William and Martha (Vondra) Schollmeyer. She married Walter Bierman on Oct. 22, 1929, at the Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville. He preceded her in death Oct. 14, 1986. She and her husband farmed in the Brodtville area and enjoyed a good card game especially euchre and 500. She was a very devout Catholic and a great cook. Margie was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend and will be sadly missed by her family and many friends.
She is survived by a son Lyle (Frances) Bierman of Sauk City; two daughters Darlene (James) Gerke of La Crosse and Patricia Heer of Bagley; a brother Paul Schollmeyer of Dubuque, IA; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; six brothers; Charles, Irvan, Vernon, Bernard, Joe and Paul along with two sisters, Dorothy Nihles and Marie Wallenhorst.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 10, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 10, 2007, from 10 a.m. until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Eileen McElroy
Eileen Francis (Schultz) McElroy age 86, of Guttenberg, IA, died Sunday, July 8, 2007, at the Guttenberg Care Center.
She was born the daughter of Frederick and Louise (Rickliff) Schultz on February 16, 1921 in McGregor, Iowa. Eileen attended and graduated from the Farmersburg High School and was a hostess in the restaurant business for over 30 years. She married Duane Lubbers and together they were blessed with two sons. They later divorced and she then married Bud McElroy. Eileen enjoyed knitting and crocheting whenever she could.
Those left to cherish her memory are two sons, Terry (Joan) Lubbers of Guttenberg and William (Dianne) Lubbers of Dubuque; four grandchildren, David (Rita) Lubbers, Craig (Kari) Lubbers, Michael and Jared Lubbers; four great-grandchildren, Dakota, Danielle, Ella, Molly; one sister, Bonnie Trappe of Prairie du Chien; one brother, Carl (Florence) Schultz.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one grandson, Jeffrey and two husbands, Duane Lubbers and Bud McElroy. Arrangements are being handled by Tuecke-Allyn Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 207 S. 1st, Guttenberg, IA. There will be no services but an inurement at a later date.Condolence may be left at www.tueckeallyn.com

DAVID BIERMAN
David J. Bierman, age 43, of Dickeyville, passed away Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Iowa Methodist Hospital in Des Moines, IA due to injuries received as a pedestrian when he was struck by an automobile. He was born April 19, 1964 in Prairie du Chien, WI, the son of Dennis and Joan (Osterhaus) Bierman. He graduated from Bloomington High School in 1982. David had been in the trucking business for over 25 years. He started driving for Tracy Milk Hauling. He was currently driving semi for Bierman Transfer; which he owned and operated. David enjoyed all the travel trucking offered; especially his stops on his way through Las Vegas. He enjoyed holidays with family and his nieces and nephews were very dear to him.
He is survived by his parents, Dennis and Joan Bierman, Glen Haven; his brothers: Michael (Lisa) Bierman, Menasha; Brian (Shelley) Bierman, Cassville; Kevin Bierman, Bloomington; and Jay (Jessica) Bierman, Chippewa Falls; his sister, Kelly (Tom) Shea, Fennimore; his maternal grandfather, Alex Osterhaus, Lancaster; his nieces and nephews: Jordan, Blake, Dustin, Saige, Alyssa, and Briella Bierman, and McKenna and Bailey Shea; (Jordan and McKenna were also his Godchildren), many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his girlfriend, Lisa Vosberg and her children: Katie, Kyle, and Kalynn, all of Dickeyville.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Anna Bierman, and his maternal grandmother, Hildegarde "Sis" Osterhaus.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial will be in Gockel Cemetery, Glen Haven Township. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 11, 2007 from 4:00 ­ 8:00 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington. Friends may also call after 9:30 a.m. Thursday morning at the church. In lieu of plants and flowers, a David J. Bierman memorial fund has been established. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is assisting the family.

Martin W. Comstock
Martin W. "Buck" Comstock Jr., Dubuque, IA., died Tuesday, July 3, 2007, at Heritage Manor, Dubuque.
He was born June 9, 1939, in Prairie du Chien, son of Martin and Helen "Dorothy" (Coon) Comstock Sr. Marty served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 until 1983 as a welder on the U.S.S. Coral Sea, U.S.S. Hornet and the U.S.S. Austin. He also worked at Newt Marine in Dubuque. He was a member of the American Legion Post #6. He enjoyed antiquing, ceramics, flea markets, jewelry making, cooking and eating.
Surviving are his children, Jean (Russell) Horn, Peoria, Il., Jan Kussmaul, La Crosse, Jualie (Jim) Kirby, La Crosse, JoLee Boland, Prairie du Chien, Martin (Jerri) Comstock III, Hartsville, S.C., Marcus Comstock, Iowa; 16 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; caretakers, Rosalie Weland, Dubuque, and Jan Voels, Peosta. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services were Monday, July 9, 2007 at Behr's, Dubuque IA. Burial was in Linwood Cemetery. Martin W. Comstock memorial fund has been established. Online Condolences may be left at behrfuneralhome.com.

RICHARD KOSSMAN
Richard "Brooklyn" Kossman, age 88, of Prairie du Chien passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born Oct. 3, 1918, in Brooklyn, NY, son of John and Marie (Mock) Kossman. He married Rose Beahm on Oct. 14, 1939, in upstate Maryland. She preceded him in death on Oct. 22, 2004. He worked as a carpenter in the Prairie du Chien area for many years. He retired from the Prairie du Chien Fire Dept. in January of 1989 after serving for 33 years in various positions including; fireman, foreman, Captain and Asst. Chief. Dick was an extraordinary family man who will be greatly missed.
He is survived by two daughters, Judy (Jim) Bailey of Savanna, IL and Joyce (Jim) Kozelka of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Rick of Sycamore, IL and Roy (Kathy) of Prairie du Chien; a sister Florence Mershon of Staten Island, NY; 14 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, his mother and beloved stepfather Walter Marsh, a brother John Kossman and a sister Rita Hering.
Funeral services were Thursday, July 5, 2007, Rev. Dwayne Baarseth officiated, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both ine, Jualie (Jim) Kirby, La Crosse, JoLee Boland, Prairie du Chien, Martin (Jerri) Comstock III, Hartsville, S.C., Marcus Comstock, Iowa; 16 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren; caretakers, Rosalie Weland, Dubuque, and Jan Voels, Peosta. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services were Monday, July 9, 2007 at Behr's, Dubuque IA. Burial was in Linwood Cemetery. Martin W. Comstock memorial fund has been established. Online Condolences may be left at behrfuneralhome.com.

RICHARD KOSSMAN
Richard "Brooklyn" Kossman, age 88, of Prairie du Chien passed away Monday, July 2, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born Oct. 3, 1918, in Brooklyn, NY, son of John and Marie (Mock) Kossman. He married Rose Beahm on Oct. 14, 1939, in upstate Maryland. She preceded him in death on Oct. 22, 2004. He worked as a carpenter in the Prairie du Chien area for many years. He retired from the Prairie du Chien Fire Dept. in January of 1989 after serving for 33 years in various positions including; fireman, foreman, Captain and Asst. Chief. Dick was an extraordinary family man who will be greatly missed.
He is survived by two daughters, Judy (Jim) Bailey of Savanna, IL and Joyce (Jim) Kozelka of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Rick of Sycamore, IL and Roy (Kathy) of Prairie du Chien; a sister Florence Mershon of Staten Island, NY; 14 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, his mother and beloved stepfather Walter Marsh, a brother John Kossman and a sister Rita Hering.
Funeral services were Thursday, July 5, 2007, Rev. Dwayne Baarseth officiated, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home assisted the family.
 

PHYLLIS L. HEISZ
Phyllis L. Heisz, age 74, of Eastman passed away Thurs., July 5, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born Apr. 20, 1933 in Seneca, WI, daughter of Lester and Cleota (Payne) Wilkinson. She married Elwin Heisz on Nov. 2, 1950 at St. Peters Church in Prairie du Chien, WI. She and her husband owned and operated the Seneca Café for 17 years and she later worked for Northern Engraving in Lansing, IA. She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Elwin Heisz of Eastman, a daughter Corliss (Bill) Mead of Wauzeka, WI, a son Gary (Lori) Heisz of Eastman, WI, 2 sisters; Marcella Grimsled of Seneca, WI and Shirley (Marty) Edwards of Racine, WI, 8 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren and 1 great stepgrandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 brothers; Larry, Kenneth and Roger Wilkinson and a sister Darlene Boylen.
Funeral services will be Sat., July 7, 2007 at 1:00 PM at the Salem United Methodist Church, with burial in the National Cemetery, both in Eastman, WI. Friends may call at the church on Sat., July 7, 2007 from 12:00 Noon until the time of services. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com.

TODD E. SANDLEBACK
Todd E. Sandleback, 65, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the home of his daughter in West Bend.
Todd was born on Pearl Harbor Day, December 7, 1941, in Prairie du Chen to Edward and Helene (nee: Pohlman) Sandleback. He served in the United States Navy in Company 419 on the USS Franklin D. Roosevelt. Todd was employed by JI Case for 28 years where he was an active member of the UAW Local 180. He enjoyed an early retirement in 1992 at the age of 50, spending his leisure time with family and friends, working on various home projects, and keeping up on his favorite sporting events. He also continued to be involved in AA where he developed many lifelong friendships. Todd will be sadly missed by all who knew him for his sense of humor and good heartedness.
He is survived by his daughters, Laura Sandleback, Angela Peeples, and Julie (Don) Kapla; grandchildren; Deborah, Madelyn, Nicholas, Jori, Jensen, aJ officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Saturday, June 30, 2007, from 11 a.m. until the time of departure for the church, at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien. In lieu flowers memorials are preferred.garrityfuneralhome.com

Rose A. Breuer
Rose A. Breuer, age 93, formerly of Bloomington, died on Sunday, June 24, 2007, at the Lancaster Care Center, Lancaster.
She was born on October 16, 1913, in New Vienna, Iowa, the daughter of Frank and Mary (Klosterman) Herbers. She attended school at St. Mary's in Bloomington. Rose married Peter Breuer on April 21, 1936 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington. He preceded her in death on August 23, 1995. Together they worked on a farm in rural Bloomington. She loved to grow flowers and vegetables. She also enjoyed quilting and many other forms of sewing. Rose was a very good cook, especially desserts. She also was very active in her church, including the League of Mary, Catholic Daughters, Christian Mothers and was a member of the communion ministry.
Survivors include her two daughters, Patricia (Larry) Kubiak, Granger, IN and Shirley Wegmuller, Bloomington; five granddaughters, Kim (Rob) Furlong, Laurie (David) McWilliams, Kitty (Kirk) Tapp, Kelly (Mike) Ishmael and Stacy (Gary) Humes, all of IN; a granddaughter-in-law, JoAnne Wegmuller, Bloomington; 11 great-grandchildren; one brother and three sisters, Edward Herbers, Milwaukee, Henrietta (Mark) Sanders, Greenfield, Catherine ( Bob) Horne, Brecksville, OH, Florence Herbers, West Chicago, IL; two sisters-in-law, Margie Herbers and Dorothy Mumm, both of Bloomington; and many nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Peter; her grandson, Jim in 2001; two brothers, John and Rev. Charles Herbers.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 28, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Bloomington with the Reverend Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial will be in St. Mary's Cemetery, Bloomington. Family and friends are welcome on Wednesday, June 27, 2007, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a Rosary Service at 4 p.m. led by the Catholic Daughters at the Martin Funeral Home, Bloomington and also from 9:30 a.m. until of time services Thursday at the church.

CATHERINE M. RINK
Catherine M. Rink, age 94, of Prairie du Chien passed away in her sleep on Friday, June 22, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center.
She was born June 24, 1912, near Mitchell, SD, daughter of Charles and Rose (Rozum) Rod. She married Russell Rink on June 12, 1934, at St. John's Church in Prairie du Chien. He preceded her in death in February of 1962. She worked for many years at the Prairie City Bank in Prairie du Chien and was the oldest charter member of the Eagles Club Auxiliary.
She is survived by a daughter Rose Ann (Dave) Krieg of LaCrosse; three sons, John (Ann) and Tom (Barb) Rink both of Prairie du Chien and James (Georgia) Rink of Alamagordo, GA; nine grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren along with nieces and nephews; Susan Rink B.V.M., Maureen Cacciatore and Richard Rink. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.
A Memorial Mass of Resurrection will be Friday, June 29, 2007, at 7 p.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with interment at a later date in the St. Gabriel's Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the church on Fri., June 29, 2007 from 4 p.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to Prairie Maison or Homeward Bound in Prairie du Chien. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

LADEMA M. KELLER
LaDema M. Keller, age 78, of rural Boscobel passed away on Monday, June 25, 2007, at the Boscobel Area Health Care in Boscobel.
She was born on August 14 1928, in Elgin, Illinois, the daughter of Frederick and Helen (Strubing) Pollworth. She married Donald Keller on June 17 1950, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Elgin.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Donald Keller of Boscobel; two sons, Timothy (Kathy) Keller of Boscobel, John (Nola) Keller of Boscobel; four daughters, Nancy (Bob) Becker of Prairie du Chien, Lynette (Fred) Reichmann of Prairie du Chien, Patti Keller and friend (Dean Schaub) both of Holman, Amy (Ed) Doskocil of Gays Mills; adopted daughter, Kamela Palma of Punta Gorda Belize; 18 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; special Cousin Donna "Sis" Udesen of Kampsville, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday June 28, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Boscobel. Father Robert Butz officiating. Burial in the Boscobel Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Kendall Funeral Home in Boscobel, with Rosary service at 5:45 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to the American Cancer Society.

ARVID C. KVIGNE
Arvid C. Kvigne, passed away Friday, June 22, 2007 at the Sannes Skogdalen Nursing Home, Soldiers Grove, WI; following a very long and courageous battle with Diabetes and Cancer, with his loving wife and family at his.
Arvid was born Jan. 13, 1933 in Utica Township, the son of (Selmer and Alice (Aspenson) Kvigne. He was confirmed and baptized at Utica Lutheran Church and graduated from Gays mills High School in 1952. On Oct. 19, 1957 Arvid was united in marriage to (Ruth Turnmire at Utica Lutheran Church. He served in the U.S. Army for two years during the Korean Conflict; and was a long time member of McCormick Rose American Legion Post #308, Gays Mills. He managed the FarmCo. and F.S. Services Inc for 38 years, retiring in 1994. He also owned and operated Kvigne Shoe Store, Gays Mills. Arvid was a lifetime member of the Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, Gays Mills; he served on the Gays mills Village Boar and was retired member of the Gays Mills Fire Dept.; and the Luther Memorial Church Council.
He loved spending time with friends and family, traveling, fishing, boating, and gold mine hunting during the winters in Arizona.
Arvid will be sadly missed by his wife, Ruth, of almost 50 years; three children, Jay (Kim) Kvigne, Clear Lake, IA, Cheryl (Mark) Dickman, Ridgeway, IA, and Lana (Steve) Randall, Soldiers Grove, WI; by three grandchildren Jill and Ashley Randall, soldiers Grove, and Ben Stealy, Des Moines, IA; and one great granddaughter, Kira Claire Randall.
He was preceded in death by his mother Alice and father Selmer Kvigne, and step-mother Laura Aspenson Kvigne, a brother, Almon Kvigne, sister-in-law Louise Kvigne, mother and father-in-law, Grant and Rosetta Turnmire, sister-in-law Janice Turnmire and brother-in-law, Tim Mageland.
Funeral Services were Monday, June 25 at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church. Pastor Pam Lojewski officiated. Burial was in the Gays Mills Cemetry, with Military Rites by McCormick Rose American Legion Post #308. Visitation was on Sunday at the Dommersnaes Bertram Funeral Home, Gays Mills. In lieu of flowers, memorials are requested to the Ocooch Rescue Squad, Luther Memorial Lutheran Church, or the Vernon Memorial Hospice, Viroqua.

NORA M. LARSON
Nora M. Larson, 94, of McGregor, IA died Saturday June 23, 2007, at the Great River Care Center in McGregor following a long illness.
She is survived by five children, Bernell (June) Larson of McGregor, IA, Lorna (Dick) Lovell of Emery, SD, Roger (Gayle) Larson of Strawberry Point, IA, Arnie Larson of McGregor, IA, Liz (Glen)
Goodrich of Prairie du Chien; nine grandchildren; several step grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild, and daughter-in-law Carol Larson of North Liberty, IA.
Nora was born November 23, 1912, at Clayton Center, IA to Charles and Alma (Lahrs) Breitsprecher. She was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church in Clayton Center, IA. She married Arnold Larson on June 1, 1937, at the Norway Lutheran Church in St. Olaf, IA. They farmed near Postville, Farmersberg, Monona, before moving to a farm near McGregor in March of 1955. Nora was a cook at White Springs Supper Club in McGregor for 25 years. She loved caring for the farm animals, gardening, raising flowers, and working in her church.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Arnold on October 7, 1995; three brothers, Melvin, Johnie, Eddy Breitsprecher; son Nordean; granddaughter Carrie Ann and daughter in law Donell Larson.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 27, 2007, at First Lutheran Church with burial in the church cemetery, rural McGregor.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor, IA and one hour prior to services at the church.
In lieu of flowers memorial may be given to First Lutheran Church or Great River Care Center in McGregor.

LYNN A. BENNETT
Lynn A. Bennett, 50, of Farmersburg, Iowa, died Friday, June 22, 2007, in Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital, Prairie du Chien, following a long cancer illness.
Lynn was born April 3, 1957, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the daughter of Dean and Della Hamilton. On June 27, 1998, she married William (Barney) Bennett at Pikes Peak. She worked at Amana Refrigeration for 22 years and 3M for two years.
Lynn liked to bowl and enjoyed gardening, motorcycling and camping.
Survivors include her husband, William; mother, Della Coats of O Fallen, Missouri; step-mother, Betty Hamilton of Fairfax; son, John Hansen of Farmersburg; daughters, Deann (Jerry) Smith of Marengo and Sabina (Chris) Domeier of Prairie du Chien; five grandchildren, Austin Hansen, Hunter Smith, Jovi Smith, Hunter Domeier, Caleb Domeier and Ebony Domeier; sisters, Kim Dains of Marengo, Iowa, Angie McEwen of St. Peters, Missouri and Suzette (John) Pontius of Atlanta, Georgia; brothers, Scott (Rhonda) Hamilton of Stanwood, Iowa, Mark (Diana) Hamilton of Solon, Brad (Beth) Hamilton of Fairfax, Iowa and Tad Hamilton of Marengo, Iowa; and 22 nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father, Dean Hamilton; and brother, Rick Hamilton.
Services will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, June 29, 2007, at Murdoch-Linwood Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Cedar Rapids. The family will greet friends from 2 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 28, 2007, at the funeral home. Burial will be St. Patrick s Cemetery, Fairfax.
A special thanks to the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota and the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital and Hospice. Please sign the online guest book for Lynn at www.murdochfuneralhome.com under obituaries.

Arnold M. Graap
Arnold M. Graap, age 93, of Prairie du Chien died Thursday, June 21, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center.
He was born March 4, 1914, in Prairie du Chien son of Wilhelm and Dora Caroline (Borgerding) Graap. He worked for Steiner Construction and at the Prairie Woolen Mill. Arnie was a regular at Willie's Bait Shop and enjoyed hunting and fishing. He will be sadly missed by numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; seven brothers, Arthur, Karl, Friederich, Julius, Lawrence, John and Edward along with three sisters, Margarete Remy, Dorothy Craig Comeau and Helene Graap.
Funeral services will be Sunday, June 24, 2007, at 5 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, in Prairie du Chien with Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating. Interment will be at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, June 24, 2007, from 3 p.m. until the time of services. garrityfuneralhome.com

Lorraine A. Pietan
Lorraine A. Pietan, age 93, of Prairie du Chien passed away Thursday, June 21, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center.
She was born Dec. 16, 1913, in New Hampton, IA, daughter of William and Nettie (Heizelman) Schmidt. She married Alfred Pietan in St. Louis, MO in 1931. He preceded her in death in 1953. She worked at John Deere Company in Waterloo, IA for 32 years and had been a resident of Prairie Maison since 1997.
She is survived by two daughters, Lavonne Hunt of Grand Junction, CO and Janice (James) Lightfoot of Harrison, Ark.; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, two sisters and a grandson.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Kristin M. Noordhoek
Kristin M. Noordhoek, age 41, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, June 19, 2007.
She was born Aug. 14, 1965 in Cedar Rapids, IA, daughter of Donald and LaVonne (Gavin) Ryan.
She is survived by a daughter, Amber Custer of Madison; a brother Kelly (Jackie) Ryan of Belleville, TX; two sisters; Dawn LaRocque of Prairie du Chien and Jodi (Mike) Avery of Appleton, . She was preceded in death by her parents.
A Memorial service will be held at a later date. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. garrityfuneralhome.com

RICHARD M. ADAMS
Richard M. Adams, Jr., 55, of Ferryville, died Sunday, June 17, 2007, at his residence.
He was born March 4, 1952, the son of Richard and Marlene (Ryan) Adams, Sr. in Dubuque, IA. On April 18, 2003, Richard married Chris Aaroen. Richard worked at MPC in Prairie du Chien for 14 years. He enjoyed fishing.
Richard is survived by his wife Chris; a daughter, Patricia Hellgerson of Ferryville; a son, Lucas Adams of Sheldon, WI; a sister, Jackie Adams of Roseville, CA; a brothers, Steve (Gail) Adams of California, Jeff (Angie) Adams of Tomah; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Richard was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at the Godager Memorial Chapel in Blue River on Thursday, June 21, 2007, at 11 a.m. with burial to follow in the Blue River Cemetery. Friends may call at the Godager Memorial Chapel in Blue River on Wednesday, June 20, 2007, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and again on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. The Godager Funeral Home of Muscoda is assisting the family with arrangements.prattfuneralservice.com

KORY UHER
Kory David Uher, age 34, of Prairie du Chien passed away at home on his birthday, Friday, June 15, 2007 after a lifelong battle with muscular dystrophy. He was born June 15, 1973 in Prairie du Chien son of Steve and Merry Blackbourn Uher. Kory enjoyed reading and collecting comic books, bird watching, crossword puzzles and a good steak. He will be sadly missed by his friends and family. He is survived by his mother Merry (Lewis) Harris of Prairie du Chien, his father Steve (Liz) Uher of Evansville, WI, his brother Steven and a sister Toni Uher both of Prairie du Chien, a stepsister Jenny Uher of Evansville, WI, his maternal grandmother Margaret Blackbourn of Prairie du Chien and paternal grandmother Helen Uher of Prairie du Chien. He was preceded in death by his grandfather's; Ivan Blackbourn and Lawrence Uher.
A Time of Remembrance will be Weds., June 20, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Kory's home at 1305 E. Campion Blvd. in Prairie du Chien, WI. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.

ALLOY E. KEMP
Kemp, Alloy E, age 75 of Wind Lake, Wisconsin passed away at St. Luke's Medical Center on Sunday June 3rd. He was born into a family of nine siblings in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Alloy and Fern Gladys (nee. Logan) Kemp. Alloy spent his early life in McGregor, Iowa were he graduated from High School, played saxophone, and was on the Basketball Team during the State Finals competition. On January 23, 1953 in Newport, Rhode Island he married Elaine Agnes Marquardt living initially on the US Naval Base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba moving later to Milwaukee, Wisconsin. During the late 60's Alloy helped start up a new foundry in Richland Center, Wisconsin. He also parlayed his love for animals and gardening into a part-time avocation purchasing a dairy farm keeping his two sons fully occupied. His love of industry returned him to the Milwaukee area working and eventually retiring from Grede Foundry on December 31, 1993. Alloy served his country with the US Navy during the Korean War Era, assigned to the USS Cascade sailing a number of times to Europe and within the Caribbean. Survived by his wife Elaine of Wind Lake, Children: Donald C. and wife Julie Kemp of Dellwood MN, Gregory A. Kemp of Wind Lake, Karen L. and husband John Beck of Carrollton, Georgia, and Barbara and husband John Kosharek, of Duxbury, MA. Eight grandchildren, and one great-grandchild also survive him. Further survived by sisters Jean Getter of Milwaukee and Betty (Ralph) Rechlitz of Saukville & brothers Bob (Anna) Kemp of Boaz, WI and James Kemp of Milwaukee. Visitation 3-5 P.M. on Thursday June 7th at Mealy Funeral Home, services with Deacon Carl Mahnke officiating at 5 P.M. Burial with Military Honors at South East Wisconsin Veteran's Cemetery (21731 Spring Street-Hwy C, Union Grove), on Friday June 8th at 9:00 in the morning. Please meet at the cemetery at 8:45 A.M. Thank You. Mealy Funeral Home 225 West Main Street (Hwy 20) Waterford, Wisconsin 53185 262-534-2233 www.mealyfuneralhome.com

CHARLENE C. BURNS
Charlene C. "Sherry" Burns, age 64, of Excelsior passed away Monday, June 4, 2007 at her home in Excelsior after battling a long illness and many complications from diabetes and heart failure. Sherry was born February 10, 1943 to Joseph and Isabel (Markin) Ward at Plum Creek, Crawford County WI. She married Louis "Pat" Burns on December 8, 1962, in Boscobel and they spent 36 wonderful years together before Pat passed away on February 26, 2000. Sherry was a devoted wife and mother and in her earlier years she worked at the Excelsior School supervising the playground. One of her greatest enjoyments was her large garden, canning, and most of all, her family. And in 1981, Pat said, "We're going north Sherry...all the way to Alaska." With their bus turned into a camper, they traveled to North Pole, Alaska; along with their children they lived there until 1990, returning to Wisconsin due to family illnesses. She is survived by their five children, Brenda (Tim) Schmidt, Granton, John (Starr Miller) Burns, Excelsior, Becky (David) Jensen, Delta Junction AK, Brand and Phillip Burns, both of Excelsior; 11 grandchildren, David Dean, Jackie, Patrick, Danielle and Zachary, Bill and Cody, Melissa, Sylvia, Paul, and Albert; and by three great children; by her mother, Isabel Ward, Richland Center; also by two sisters, Nita (Russell) Monroe, Barnum, Pam (Bob) Groom, North Pole AK; by four brothers, Donny (Sophie) Ward, North Pole, AK, Gary (June)Ward and Dean (Wanetta) Ward, all of Excelsior, and Bill (Carol) Ward, Steuben; and by manyt nieces, nephews, other special relatives and friends. In addition to her husband, Sherry was preceded in death by her father, Joe Ward, and a granddaughter, Melissa Haferman. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 12, 2007 at the Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home, Gays Mills. Pastor John Jensen of the Tomah Lighthouse Assembly of God Church will officiate. Burial will follow in the Haney Ridge Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, 4 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services.

DALE BAUSCH
Dale S. Bausch, age 63, of Glen Haven died Monday, May 28, 2007, at his home. He was born September 3, 1943, in North Andover, the son of Paul and Dolora (Meier) Bausch. Dale graduated from Cassville High School. He served in the U.S. Army National Guard with 229th Engineering Co. in Prairie du Chien. He married Barbara Ann Kramer on August 21, 1965 in Prairie du Chien. They farmed in the Glen Haven area for 42 years and won many dairy awards during that time. Dale enjoyed farming, and also liked to fish in his spare time. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glen Haven. Dale was a kind and loving husband and father. He always saw the best in everyone. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Bausch, Glen Haven; two children, Robert Bausch, Lancaster, and Christine Bausch, at home; his mother, Dolora Bausch, Lancaster; his brother and sister, Loren (Martha) Bausch, Lancaster, and Lu Ann (Jerry) Amundson, Onalaska; one grandson, Braeden Bausch; and one sister-in-law, Cathy (Jeff) Hamilton, Byron, IL; one brother-in-law, Thomas (Linda) Kramer, Camanche, IA; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 1, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Glen Haven with Father John Norder officiating. Burial with military honors will be in St. Charles Cemetery, Cassville. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 31, 200 7, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Cassville. Friends may also call after 10:00 a.m. Friday morning at the church

LEO CEPHECHA
Leo J. Ceplecha, age 82, of Eastman died Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center in Prairie du Chien. He was born Aug. 19, 1924, in Eastman, son of Joseph and Agnes (Check) Ceplecha. He farmed in the Eastman area all of his life. He enjoyed farming, fishing, gardening and caring for his animals. He was a resident of Prairie Maison for the past eight years. He is survived by two sisters, Gladys Slama of Prairie du Chien and Blanche (Elwin) Moyle of Dubuque, IA along with several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister Marie Slama. A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, June 2, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, in Eastman, and Rev. Thomas Huff officiated. Burial was in the church cemetery. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien asssisted the family. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Prairie Maison, Fr. Tom Huff and the Parish Council of Catholic Women of St. Wenceslaus Church and the Garrity Funeral Home, garrityfuneralhome.com

DON PELOCH
Donald Peloch Donald "Duke" Peloch, age 87 of Prairie du Chien passed away Wednesday, May 30, 2007, at 5:55 p.m. at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born June 12, 1919, in Eastman, son of John and Anna (Polanski) Peloch. He married Leone Welsh on Oct. 9, 1945, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. He farmed the family century farm for over 40 years, worked at National Decorated Metals and later retired from Design Homes after 20 years of employment. He is survived by his wife of 61 years Leone Peloch of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Paul (Joan) of Wauzeka and Patrick of Eastman; four daughters; Janet (Ed) Davisson of Eastman, Mary (Dwain) Prindle of McGregor, IA, Audrey (Tom) Huftel of Merrill, and Susan (Joseph) Hawkins of Lindstrom, MN; 14 grandchildren; seven great grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and seven great stepgrandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; six sisters; a daughter Darlene Bodensteiner and a grandson Kyle Corlett. A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, June 2, 2007, at 10 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. No flowers please, the family would prefer donations to the Prairie Memorial Hospice or the American Cancer Society. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family, garrityfuneralhome.com

MERRILL GRUBER
Merrill Bev Gruber, 74, of Monona, IA, died Thursday, May 31, 2007, at Gundersen Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse. Merrill Bev Gruber was born on April 26, 1933 on the Union Prairie Township, rural Waukon, IA, farm of his parents, Merrill Henry and Leone Eunice (Bacon) Gruber. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion United Church of Christ in Waukon and attended the rural Eells School. He graduated from Waukon High School in 1952, working hard on the farm all during this time. Following school he moved to the Cedar Falls area where for 25 years he owned and operated Gruber Trucking and Excavating. During the same time he raised registered dairy goats which he showed and sold all over the country. To process the milk from his goats as well as the goats of other farmers in a dairy goat association he was president of, he started and operated a cheese plant in Shell Rock, IA. During the mid 1970s he bought a farm and moved to Monona, IA. Although he initially brought the goats, he soon sold them and began a 300 head dairy farming operation with registered Jersey and Holstein cattle. He also crop farmed many acres in several counties and re-established Gruber Trucking with his fleet making hauls all across the country. Merrill truly loved his work and spent long hours making his many operations successful, but he also liked the opportunity to visit with his many friends and business acquaintances across the Midwest. Some of his favorite times were spent with his sister's family at holidays and special events throughout the year. Survivors include his children, Ron, Jeff, Mark and Dawn; a sister, Shirley (Cyril) Larkin of Waukon, IA; nieces and nephews, Jackie Larkin-Meyer, Judy (Tom) Kemp, Ian Kemp, Jordan Kemp, Coletta Meyer, Cyrilla Meyer, Max Kemp, Tashina Meyer and Adelina Meyer, all of Decorah, IA, and Daniela Larkin of Mauston; special friends Loren and Brenda Plozel and their children Jason and Katie of Monona, IA; and aunts and uncles, James and Doris Ewing of Postville, IA and Lois Hagensick of Decorah, IA. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Gustave and Matilda Gruber and Claude and Ruby Bacon; his parents, Merrill H. and Leone Gruber; and his aunts and uncles, Ray and Delores Tillinghast, Verton Gruber and Joe Hagensick. Casketbearers were Tom and Ian Kemp, Jim and Bob Tayek, Dave Lundquist and Larry Moore. Funeral services were held on Monday, June 4 at Martin Funeral Home in Waukon, IA. Rev. Richard N. Eick officiated. Burial is in Oakland Cemetery, Waukon. Martin Funeral Home in Waukon, IA handled arrangements. On line condolences may be left at www.martinfunerals.com

ROGER R. BEDWARD
Roger R. Bedward of Cary, Ill., died in his home on June 2, 2007. He was born October 31, 1933 in Wyalusing Township. He served in the United States Air Force as a Staff Sergeant during the Korean War. He married Rocile Esser on April 8, 1961. They moved to Cary, Ill., in September of 1977. After his retirement in 1992, he enjoyed spending time with his family, watching his grandchildren grow, and reading. He is survived by his wire, Rocile; four children, Robin (Kevin) DeVries of Cary,Ill., Royce (Kathy) Bedward of Lincolnshire, Ill., Renae (Tom Coutre, Jen and Ryan) Laskey of Cary, Ill., and Rhea (Matt) Frickk of Olmsted Falls, Ohio; ten grandchildren, Taryn and Amber DeVries, Brandie Laskey, Nolan, Carter, Jackson and Emma Bedward, Madeline, Sophie and Henry Frick; his mother-in-law Leona Esser; two brothers, Lloyd Bedward and Lyle Bedward; three sisters, Janice Mell, Bernice Norton, and Karen Jelinek; and a large extended family. He is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mil,dred Bedward; and father-in-law John L. Esser. In lieu of flowers, donations may be makde in his name to SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Cary, Ill. or the charity of your choice. The funeral mass was Tuesday, June 5, 2007, at SS. Peter & Paul Church, Cary Ill., with burial in St. John Cemetery. Arrangements were by Kahle Moore Funeral Home, Cary, Ill.

JAMES FUCHS
James A. "Jim" Fuchs, 77, of Bangor, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, June 4, 2007, at his home. Jim was born on July 23, 1929, in Bangor to Herman and Ruth (Molzahn) Fuchs. For all four years at Bangor High School, Jim was a talented basketball player who started in every game. He was offered a full-ride basketball scholarship to Marquette College but turned it down to stay and help on the family farm. Jim was a 1st Class Sergeant in the United States Army and was stationed in Korea for two years from 1951-1953. He was awarded the bronze star but declined his purple heart. Jim married Judith Steinke and they later divorced. He then married Doris Kendhammer on July 21, 1986, in Emminence, Mo. Jim was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing, particularly his yearly fishing trip to South Dakota. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a respected, kind man, who made friends easily and was known by all. Jim loved visiting with just about anyone and lived life to the fullest. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him. Survivors include his wife, Doris; eight children, James E. Fuchs of West Salem, Cathy (Ken) Christenson of West Salem, Barb Hanson of Black River Falls, Carrie (Jerry) Fishbaugher of Melrose, Tim (Peggy) Kendhammer of La Crosse, Sue (Jack) Hendrickson of Mindoro, Dawn (Marc) Miller of Onalaska, and Dan (Cheryl) Kendhammer of La Crosse; 15 grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; two sisters, Rosemary (Bruce) Schnurr of Wilton, and Kathleen (Joe) Girard of Rochester, N.Y.; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Sandra Mitchell. There will be a visitation held at Jandt Funeral Home, Hwy 162 and Hattan St., Bangor, on Thursday, June 7, 2007, beginning at 4:30 p.m. and concluding with a 7:30 p.m. prayer service officiated by Rev. Martha J. Hampton. There will also be military honors by the U.S. Military Funeral Honors Program following the prayer service. There will be no burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Give a man a fish and he will eat for a day. Teach him how to fish and he will sit in a boat and drink beer all day.

MARCELLA J. CORNFORD
Marcella J. Cornford, age 95, a lifelong resident of Prairie du Chien passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 4, 2007. She was born March 23, 1912, in Prairie du Chien daughter of Charles and Artillian Valley. She attended St. Gabriel's School and later graduated from Prairie du Chien High School. She worked at the Prairie du Chien Woolen Mill. She married John B. Cornford on Sept. 30, 1933. She had five sons; Ken, Dean, Tom, Phil and David. John and David were killed in a car/train accident on May 15, 1950. She was widowed for five years and later married James L. Cornford after his wife died in 1954. She had another son James O. Cornford in 1956. After Phil died of Hodgkin's disease in 1967 she took a job in a grocery store and gift shop. She later became a guide at the Villa Louis for 14 years. She was the treasurer for Prairie du Chien Township from 1955 to 1973. She liked going to her friends house and playing cards. She will be sadly missed by all of her friends and family. She is survived by four sons, Ken (Lois) of Beloit, Dean (Janice) of Janesville, Tom (Bev) and Jim (Lucy) both of Prairie du Chien; 14 grandchildren along with numerous great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sons, two husbands, two brothers and two sisters along with her dog "Bear." A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, June 8, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien, WI. Friends may call at the church on Fri., June 8, 2007 from 10:00 AM until the time of services. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

RUTH M. BATCHELOR
Ruth M. Batchelor, 64, of Prairie du Chien, formerly of Boscobel, passed away Tuesday May 22, 2007 at her home in Prairie du Chein.
She was born on September 11, 1942 in Boscobel to Ervin and Bernice (Pettit) Faulkner. She was married September 25, 1982 in Boscobel to Gene Batchelor.
She is survived by her husband, Gene Batchelor of Prairie du Chien; a son, Kevin (Lee Ann) Lair of Lubbock, TX; 6 sisters, Pamela (Tom) Edie of Boscobel, Evelyn (Steve) Seely of Madison, Betty (Russ) Horn of Madison, Cindy (Fred) Maldonada of Borne, TX, Gloria (David) Folsom of Kansas City, MO, Barbara Kirchbaum of Dubuque; 5 brothers, Robert Faulkner of Boscobel, Terry Faulkner of Prairie du Chien, Larry (Janice) Faulkner of Boscobel, Stanley Faulkner of Boscobel, John (Sue) Faulkner of Boscobel; a grandson Tanner Lair of Lubbock, TX; a step-daughter, Sherry Batchelor of Martinsville, WV; a step-son, Brian (Terri) Batchelor of Dodgeville. She was preceded in death by her parents.
Services were held Saturday, May 26, 2007 at 12:00 p.m. at Beeman-Patchak Funeral Home in Boscobel, WI with Pastor Paula Cook officiating. Burial in the Boscobel Cemetery. Beeman-Patchek Funeral Home of Boscobel served the family. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to University of Wisconsin-Madison Burn Center.

LARRY PICHA
Larry A. Picha, age 59, of Republic, KS and formerly Prairie du Chien passed away Thursday, May 24, 2007. He was born Jan. 31, 1948, in Steuben, son of Forrest and Anna (Messling) Picha. He is survived by his wife Vicky of Republic, KS; three daughters, Angela (Rodney) Fishler, Melissa (Tony ) Cornwell and Jennifer (William) Davis all of Prairie du Chien; a son Larry (Tammy) Picha Jr. of Pittsville; two sisters, Arlene Neeley of Clovis, NM and Madonna (Larry) Kapinus of Prairie du Chien; and a brother Harold Picha of Nora, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents; five brothers, Vern, Kerry, Eldon and Ken; along with a sister Loretta Oelke. Funeral services were held graveside Saturday, June 9, 2007 at the Evergreen Cemetery in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

JEANEAT MONROE
Jeanette Monroe, 70, of Steuben, died Saturday, May 26, 2007, at Prairie Maison. She was born June 25, 1936, the daughter of Jack and Evelyn (Gundlach) Eichorst. Jeanette is survived by two children, Ryland Monroe, Jr. of Richland Center, and Wanda (David) Coppernoll, of Steuben; five grandchildren, Bruce Wheelock of Boaz, Samantha Monroe of Milton, Jesse Monroe of Steuben, Lucinda Coppernoll of Steuben, Eddie Coppernoll of Steuben; one brother, Ronnie Monroe of Rockford; brothers-in-law Delbert Monroe of Rockford, Ronnie Monroe of Rockford, Jim Ostrander of Blue River, Jerry Monroe of Boscobel; sisters-in-law Monajean Foust of Seneca, Mo., Verna Puckett of Muscoda; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jeanette was preceded in death by her husband Ryland, daughter Vicky, parents, brother Jim Eichorst, and two brothers-in-law Raymond and Robert Monroe. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 31, 2007 at 1 p.m. at the Pratt Memorial Chapel with Reverand Craig Peach officiating with burial to follow in the Button Cemetery. Friends may call at the Pratt Memorial Chapel on Thursday, May 31 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be directed to the family. The Pratt Funeral Service of Richland Center is assisting the family with their arrangements.

DORA LYSNE
Dora A. Lysne, 93, of rural Ferryville, passed away Sunday, May 27, 2007, at the Bethel Home, Viroqua, Wis. She was born Sept. 5, 1913 in rural Seneca, the daughter of Albert and Anna (Severson) Munson. She married John Lysne; he preceded her in death in 1986. Dora is survived by her two sons, Gary (Yvonne) and Rod, all of Ferryville; by three grandsons, Brian (Abigail) Lysne, of Fallon, Nev., Kevin (Kim) Lysne, of Neenah, and Craig (Rachel) Lysne, of Gays Mills; and by six great grandchildren, Gabriel, Annalina, Ross, Katie, Karan and Gretchen; other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by four brothers, Albert Munson, Ernest Munson, Millard Munson and Ruban Munson, and by one sister, Stella Munson. Funeral services will be 1 p.m. on Friday, June 1 at the Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home in Gays Mills. Pastor Rich Maurer of the Grace Church, Viroqua, will officiate. Burial will follow in the Utica Lutheran Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Thursday from 4-8 p.m. with a 7 p.m. prayer service; and on Friday from noon until services; all at the funeral home. Memorials are requested to the Ocooch Rescue Squad in Gays Mills.

MARJORIE M. RASQUE
Marjorie M. Rasque, age 88, of Ferryville, died peacefully at home on Monday, May 21, 2007, with her family by her side. She was born on July 28, 1918, to Matt and Della Beran on the family farm in Grant County. She graduated from Muscoda High School, and on September 18, 1939, was united in marriage to James Rasque in East Dubuque, IL. They lived part of their married life in Muscoda until moving to Ferryville in 1960. For many years Marjorie was a teacher's aide at the Ferryville Grade School. She was well known for always having a band-aid or hug when it was needed. After her retirement she spent many years traveling with family and friends. She was proud of the fact that the only state she had not been to was Oregon in the continental United States. She was an accomplished quilt maker and had hand made quilts for the birth of her three youngest grandchildren, her 26 great-grand children and had just started her 30th quilt for her great-great-granddaughter. She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Lansing, IA, The Never Grow Old Club and the Muscoda American Legion Auxiliary for 61 years. She is survived by her four children, Joan Ver Duin of Victory, Terry (Bernell) Rasque of Prairie du Chien, Rodney (Patti) Rasque of DeSoto and Diane (Duane) Froh of Genoa; 15 grandchildren 26 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter; two sisters, Gwen (John) Laufenberg of Muscoda, Beverly Crapp of Middleton; two brothers, James (Donna) Beran of Arizona, and Jack (Lisa) Beran of Muscoda; two sisters-in-law Armilda (James) Cohoon of Cazenovia, and Louise Fritz of Madison. She was preceded in death by her husband James, infant daughter Mary Constance, son-in-law Jack Ver Duin, infant sister Emercius and a sister Lola Roen. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 25, 2007, at the Lansing United Methodist Church in Lansing, Iowa. Rev. Keith Putney will officiate with burial in Muscoda. Friends may call on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home, 320 Main (Hwy 82) in DeSoto, Wis. Friends may also call at the church in Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. For online condolences, please visit www.vosseteigfuneralhomes.com The Vosseteig-Larson Funeral Home of DeSoto is serving the family.

GEORGE INGLE
George Mathew Ingle, age 78, of Prairie du Chien passed away Tuesday, May 22, 2007, at the Veterans Memorial Hospital in Madison. He was born March 26, 1929, in Harrold, SD son of Mark and Juanita (Weniger) Ingle. He served in the U.S. Army as a military police officer. He married Maria Gruber on August 6, 1955, in Munich, Germany. He worked for Slaght Construction for 20 years and later for the Crawford County Sheriff's Dept. as a jailor and custodian for 15 years. He then worked for Halvorson's Bait Shop until his retirement. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and turtle hooking. He is survived by his ex-wife Maria Ingle of Prairie du Chien; eight daughters and one son, Renee Ingle of Prairie du Chien, Sue (Ed) Heisz of Soldiers Grove, Kate (Mike) Heisz of Gays Mills, Cindy (Bob) Jacobus of Boscobel, Steve (Kelly) Ingle, Deb (Dan) Noble, and Penny Hazlett all of Prairie du Chien, Janita (Kenneth) Taylor of Sparta, and Georgene Richardson of McGregor, IA; 20 grandchildren; 11 great grandchildren; two sisters; and three brothers, Julia Keister of Prairie du Chien and Mary Bailey of Ireton, IA, John and Clarence (Ann) Ingle both of Huron, SD, and Joe (Connie) Ingle of Waverly, IA, along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Robert, a sister Myrtle Scott, nephews; Eugene and Roger Keister, a half brother Ray Wagner and three grandchildren. A Memorial service was at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating. Military Rites were accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. Inurnment will be held privately at a later date. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sat., May 26, 2007 from 10:00 AM until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Harold Hamann
Harold "Brownie" Hamann peacefully passed away Saturday, May 12, 2007, at his home surrounded by his family, after a long illness. He was born Jan. 19, 1924, in Wauzeka, son of Fred and Charlotte (Weighner) Hamann. He married Esther Check on Sept. 10, 1947, at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. He worked at Prairie Dairy, worked as a serviceman for the Gamble Store, he owned and operated Hamann's Refrigeration, and worked until his retirement for 3M Company. He loved to hunt, fish and garden. His great loves were his two dogs Louie and Herman. He loved his family time. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Esther Hamann; four children, Doris (Roger) Moore of Prairie du Chien, Dean (Pam) Hamann of Millville, Dixie (Mark) Mezera of Mt. Hope, Denise (Shane) Toberman of Prairie du Chien; 14 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter Debra Hamann; four brothers, Charles, Edward, Orland, and Harry; along with two sisters, Laura Whitt and Nettie Stluka. A Memorial Mass of Resurrection will be Tuesday, May 15, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating, with interment of the cremains in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday, May 15, 2007, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.garrityfuneralhome.com

Eugene Ferguson
Eugene David Ferguson, 55, Monona, died Sunday, May 6, 2007, at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Postville on December 18, 1951, to Eugene Edward and Betty Lou (Boots) Ferguson. Eugene graduated from MFL High School in 1970. He was united in marriage to Joanne Keehner on February 5, 1972, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Monona. Three daughters were born to this union. Eugene worked at Krambeer Shell station for many years and then went on to work at Swiss Valley for twenty seven years. He was a Volunteer Fireman at Monona for over ten years. Eugene loved spending time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing gardening, cooking and reading. Survivors include three daughters, Jennifer (Christopher) Davis, Lebanon, IN, Joy (Richard) Hauben, Vass, NC, Hope Ferguson, Wilmington, NC; four grandchildren, Aspen, Jordan and Camden Davis and Eugene Hauben; his mother, Betty Freilinger, Monona; two sisters, Sandra (Kevin) Becker, Harpers Ferry, Patricia (Marvin) Brainard, Monona; one brother, Mick (Jill) Ferguson, North Liberty and many nieces and nephews. Eugene was preceded in death by his father; maternal and paternal grandparents; brother-in-law, Randy Mielke and one nephew, Bryce Brainard. Funeral services were Saturday at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Monona. The Rev. Allen Bidne officiated. Music was by Connie Halvorson, organist. Casket bearers were Mick Ferguson, Cody Brainard, Jeremy Mielke, Chad Mielke, Cory Mielke, Jim Keehner, Leigh Keehner. Honorary bearers were Caleb Ferguson, Kyle Ferguson, Charles Wagner, Kevin Becker, Marvin Brainard, Daryl Schlein, Tommy Boots. Burial was in the Monona City Cemetery, Monona. The Leonard Funeral Home, Monona, handled arrangements. Condolences may be left with www.leonardfuneralhomes.com

Dennis Morovits
Dennis Francis Morovits, age 56, of Prairie du Chien died Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at the Gundersen Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse from injuries sustained in a traffic accident on Saturday, May 5, 2007. He was born May 18, 1950 in Prairie du Chien, son of Joseph and Stephina (Martin) Morovits. He married Debra Gilman on Aug. 5, 1972, at St. Wenceslaus Church in Eastman. He worked at Quality Wood in Prairie du Chien for 30 years. Dennis was an extremely active member of St. Gabriel's Parish and Prairie Catholic Schools and belonged to the Holy Name Society. He was the League Supervisor for the St. Feriole Island Ball Park, member of the Rural Bridgeport Fire Department for 15 years and was the area carrier for the La Crosse Tribune for the past 10 years. He is survived by his wife of 34 years Debbie Morovits of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Dan of Madison and Douglas of Prairie du Chien; three brothers, Paul (Judy) of Janesville, Cyril (Karen) of Edgerton, and Joseph (Linda) of Carbondale, CO; two sisters, Rita Oswald of Prairie du Chien and Cecelia (Fred) Skrade of Rockford, IL; two sisters-in-law, Irene Morovits of Tucson, AZ and Gertrude Morovits of Eastman. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Al and Eugene; an infant sister and a brother-in-law Roger Oswald. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, May 11, 2007, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 10, 2007, and one hour prior to services on Friday, May 11, 2007, at St. Gabriel's Church. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.garrityfuneralhome.com

 Laverle A. Larson
LaVerle A. Larson, age 91, of Prairie du Chien and formerly of Whitehall, died Sunday, May 6, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born Apr. 24, 1916, in Lake City, MN, daughter of Emery and Agnes (Richardson) DeMarce. She married Colonel Larson in 1935. He preceded her in death in 1974. She was a graduate of UW-River Falls and later taught grade school in River Falls. They later moved to Whitehall where LaVerle volunteered at the Whitehall School and the Memorial Hospital. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, the UMW and the Order of the Eastern Star. She also belonged to the Whitehall Womens Study Club, the Homemakers Club and was an avid reader. She is survived by a daughter Judith (Jerry) Gilbertson of Prairie du Chien; a daughter-in-law Yvonne Larson of Eau Claire; two brothers, Bruce (Georgia) DeMarce of Cathedral City, CA and Bob (Peg) DeMarce of Colorado Springs, CO; a sister Jeanne Judd of Red Wing, MN; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son, Gary Larson; two brothers, Vaughn and Elwyn DeMarce; and a sister Dorothy Anderson. A memorial service will be Saturday, May 12, 2007, at 12 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Whitehall with Rev. Thomas Elliott officiating. Interment will be at a later date in the Lincoln Cemetery in Whitehall. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien, assisted the family.garrityfuneralhome.com

Judith A. Feeney
Judith A. Feeney, age 70, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Saturday, May 5, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born Dec. 9, 1936 in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Roy and Marjorie (Kramer) Campbell. She married John Feeney on July 26, 1956, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. Judy was a good athlete in her younger years. She worked at Kabers Restaurant for 15 years and retired from 3M Company after 25 years. She is survived by her husband of 50 years, John Feeney of Prairie du Chien, a son Michael (JoAnn) Feeney of Green Bay along with two grandchildren, Ryan and Shaun. She was preceded in death by her parents and a son Scott. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, May 8, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Monday, May 7, 2007, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien where there will be a wake scripture at 7 p.m. garrityfuneralhome.com

MYRTLE MARIE HEATH
Myrtle Heath, 100 of Millville, WI died peacefully Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Good Samaritan Care Center in Fennimore, WI following a short illness.
Myrtle was born June 30, 1906 to Otis and Amy (Handy) Sprague at Millville. She married Archie "Ray" Heath on April 11, 1928 in Fennimore. She was raised in Millville, moved to Davenport, IA for several years in the 1950's, while Ray worked at the Oscar Mayer plant and then returned to Millville until 2005 when she moved to the Good Samaritan Center due to poor health. They had no children. When Myrtle was at home and in good health, she loved to spend hours in her garden. She especially loved raising flowers, and to cuddle with her dogs and cats.
Myrtle was preceded in death by her parents, husband Archie in 1979, two sisters: Elma Withington, Irma Crubaugh, and a brother Elgie Sprague.
Funeral services were held today (Monday) at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, with burial at Hermitage Cemetery, Mt. Hope. She will be sadly missed by her many nieces and nephews as well as the staff at the Good Samaritan Center.

LAURA L. ANDERSON
Laura Lillian Anderson, 88 of Mt. Sterling, passed away Sunday, April 29, 2007 at the Boscobel Area Health Care, Boscobel.
She was born in Gays Mills Jan. 6, 1919, the daughter of Frank and Eva (Barker) Brown. She married Robert M. Anderson Nov. 12, 1937 in the Little Brown Church, Waukon, IA. He preceded her in death on June 27, 1988. They formerly lived on Boma Ridge, the Blue River area, Juda area and most recently Mt. Sterling.
She is survived by five daughters, Marna (Len) Sanford, Manassas VA, Gloria (Chuck) Crary and Mary Sherry (Dick Brownell) all of Pewaukee, Joceil (Ron) Georgeson and Vada (Steve) Fauver, all of Blue River; daughter-in-law Joan (Charles) Kohlhaas, Ferryville; sixteen grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her husband, Laura was preceded in death by a son, Robert L. Anderson; one granddaughter, Lauri LeAnn Anderson; her parents; two sisters, Della (Arnel) Reed, and Elizabeth (Jack) Anderson; and four brothers, Waldo (Irene) Brown, Fred (Eldeen) Brown, Charles Brown, and Harold Brown.
Visitation will be Wednesday, May 2, 2007 from 4 o 8 p.m. at the Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home, Gays Mills and on Thursday from noon until the time of services at the church. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 3, 2007, at 1 p.m. at Utica Lutheran Church. Pastor Gary Wees will officiate. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

CLEMENT LECHNIR
Clement "Clem" Lechnir 65, of Prairie du Chien died Sunday April 29, 2007 at his home following a long illness.
Abiding by his wishes, he will be cremated and there will be no services.
He is survived by his sister Alma Funk and his mother Delora Lechnir both of Prairie du Chien; two nephews: Lonnie Wiemerslage, Larry Wiemerslage, and a niece Laurie Wiemerslage.
The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien assisted the family. Clem was born September 25, 1941 in Prairie du Chien to Clement and Delora (Bunders) Lechnir. He graduated from Prairie du Chien High School. He worked as a dispatcher for a taxi company for many years, and also did repair on electronic equipment. He loved his dogs and had a cuchoo clock collection.
He was preceded in death by his father and a brother-in-law Al Funk.

Carlyle A. Blackbourn
Carlyle A. Blackbourn, age 92, of Prairie du Chien, died on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at Prairie du Chien Hospital.
He was born on April 20, 1915, at Beetown Township, the son of Raleigh A. and Edith (Snider) Blackbourn. On December 10, 1936, Carlyle was united in marriage to Lulu Mae Pascoe at Galena, IL. After their marriage, the couple farmed near Bagley. After selling his farm, Carlyle was employed as a carpenter. He purchased a shoe store in Bloomington in 1964, until he sold and retired in 1968. In later years, they moved to Prairie du Chien.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Lulu Mae of Prairie du Chien; his children: Gloria Gilbert, Queen Creek AZ; Connie (Charles) Walling, Tempe, AZ; Dixie "Kay" (Dennis) Breuer, Wabasha, MN; eight grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
Carlyle was preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter, Robyn Yonker in 1981, a great grandson, Terrell Breuer in 1993, a great granddaughter, Amelia Breuer, a son-in-law, Dean Gilbert, and his brothers, Lawrence and Ivan.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 27, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Bloomington with Rev. Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Burial will be in Dodge Cemetery, Beetown Township. Friends may call on Thursday, April 26, 2007, from 4 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington and from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church.

DAVID F. OTTERBECK
David F. Otterbeck, age 48, of Prairie du Chien, died Friday, April 20, 2007, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born May 26, 1958, in Dubuque, IA, son of Wilbur and Carol (Warner) Otterbeck. He served in the U.S. Army. He married Debra Rose on Jan. 4, 1991, in Garnavillo, IA. He worked for Cabela's Outfitters in Prairie du Chien.
He is survived by his wife Deb of Prairie du Chien; one son, Chad (Jaclyn) Fradette of Green Bay; two daughters, Terry (Tristan) Dyer of Lafayette, CO and Kelly (Jeff Marovets) Fradette of Guttenberg, IA; two brothers, Guy (Deb) Otterbeck of Bellevue, IA and Gregory Otterbeck of Oshkosh; a sister, Deb (Dennis Zielski) Johnson of McGregor, IA; eight grandchildren; Jessalyn, Matthew, Carissa, Mackenzie, McKenna, Morgan, Macy and Abigail along with many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Wilbur and a sister Melody Frommelt.
Visitation will be Saturday, April 28, 2007, at 10 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. with Rev. John Taylor officiating. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

EVELYN MAY DUHA
Evelyn M. Duha, 84, of Eastman, died Friday, April 13, 2007 at the Good Samaritan Care Center in Fennimore.
Evelyn was born April 16, 1922 on a farm near Steuben to John and Clara (Eulgem) Duha. She attended country school. She worked at McGregor Loudspeaker in McGregor and the Button Factory in Lansing IA. Evelyn loved gardening, sewing, canning, cooking, and crocheting. She enjoyed wearing brightly colored clothing.
She is survived by two nieces, Kerry (Tim) Woodhouse, Cindy (Jake) Zink; one nephew, Milton John Duha, cousins, relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Harold, Clarence, Everett, and Milton.
Funeral Services were held Tuesday, April 17, 2007, at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien with burial in National Cemetery, Eastman.

Marguerite D. Kramer
Marguerite D. Kramer, age 84, of Lancaster and formerly of Eastman passed away Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at the Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.
She was born July 27, 1922, in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Edward and Elizabeth (Fleeman) Rodenkirch. She was a fun loving person, enjoying garage sales, shopping, parties, reading and her children.
She is survived by two daughters, Barbara (Dale) Bausch of Glen Haven, and Cathy (Jeff) Hamilton of Byron, IL; a son Thomas (Linda) Kramer of Camanche, IA; ten grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Rosemary (Joe) Novey of Prairie du Chien and Betty Jean (Kenneth) Borne of Floral City, FL; a sister-in-law Marie Rodenkirch of Webster. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ivan Kramer, a son David Kramer, a grandson Zachary Kramer and a brother Edward Rodenkirch.
Funeral services will be held graveside on Saturday, May 12, 2007, at 1 p.m. at the National Cemetery in Eastman. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.cm

Helen A. Maier
Helen A. Maier, age 88, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Healthcare Center.
She was born Feb. 8, 1919, in Prairie du Chien daughter of Leo and Anna (Wagner) Chabela. She married Joseph Maier in 1954 and he preceded her in death in 1981. She worked at the Prairie du Chien Swimming Pool, General Telephone and later at Wisconsin Power and Light in Prairie du Chien until moving to La Crosse in 1954.
She is survived by her nieces and nephews, Sandra Colleran and Joseph (Karen) Chabela both of Pewaukee, Chuck (Lorene) Chabela of LeMars, IA, Helen Ann (Roy Wallin) Zabel and Bill (Karen Paulson) Small both of Prairie du Chien, a sister in law Fern Chambers of Prairie du Chien, along with numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and a great-great-great nephew. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother Leonard, and a sister Veronica Small.
A Memorial Mass of Resurrection was Sunday, Apr. 29, 2007 at St. Gabriels Catholic Church, Prairie du Chien, Rev. James Warosh officiated. Interment will be at a later date in the Calvary Cemetery in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien assisted the family. garrityfuneralhome.com

Dean A. Cavanaugh
Dean A. Cavanaugh, 40, of Belmont, died on Friday, April 20, 2007, at his home.
Dean was born on August 9, 1966, in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin the son of Albert "Frog" and Sherry (Collins) Cavanaugh. He was united in marriage to Maryellen Gempler on June 17, 2000, at the Belmont United Methodist Church. He was in the Prairie du Chien class of 1985, he attended Southwest Tech in Fennimore and later NICC in Peosta, Iowa where he was completing school to be a Registered Nurse. He worked in the nursing profession as a Certified Nursing Assistant for various hospitals, assisting living and nursing homes. Dean enjoyed collecting Pepsi memorabilia, and muscle cars, while working on cars. He enjoyed cooking and entertaining family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Maryellen Cavanaugh of Belmont, WI; his son, Christopher Cavanaugh of Belmont, his mother, Sherry (special friend, Pete Prew) Cavanaugh of Prairie du Chien; two brothers, Aron Cavanaugh of Prairie du Chien; Matt (Missy) Cavanaugh of Prairie du Chien; maternal step-grandmother, Anni Collins of Waukesha; father and mother-in-law, Greg and Kaye Gempler of Belmont; sisters and brothers-in-law, Sara (Chad) Coyier of Montfort; Samantha (fiancé, Craig Jentz) Gempler of Belmont; nieces and nephews, Jimmy, Justin and Josh Cavanaugh, Peyton, Isaac and Bresnia Kaye Coyier; and Hailey Jentz.
He was preceded in death by his father, Albert "Frog" Cavanaugh on December 15, 1993, and grandparents, Albert Collins, Dorothy Fosdal, and Albert and Hazel Cavanaugh.Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at the Melby-Bendorf Funeral Home, 1245 N. Water St., Platteville. Rev. Tom Noffke will officiate. Friends may call from 4 - 8 p.m. Monday at the Melby-Bendorf Funeral Home, Platteville. Memorials may be made to the Dean A. Cavanaugh Memorial Fund. The Melby-Bendorf Funeral Home, Platteville, is serving the family.

Carlyle A. Blackbourn
Carlyle A. Blackbourn, age 92, of Prairie du Chien, died on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at Prairie du Chien Hospital.
He was born on April 20, 1915, at Beetown Township, the son of Raleigh A. and Edith (Snider) Blackbourn. On December 10, 1936, Carlyle was united in marriage to Lulu Mae Pascoe at Galena, IL. After their marriage, the couple farmed near Bagley. After selling his farm, Carlyle was employed as a carpenter. He purchased a shoe store in Bloomington in 1964, until he sold and retired in 1968. In later years, they moved to Prairie du Chien.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Lulu Mae of Prairie du Chien; his children: Gloria Gilbert, Queen Creek AZ; Connie (Charles) Walling, Tempe, AZ; Dixie "Kay" (Dennis) Breuer, Wabasha, MN; eight grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews; other relatives and many friends.
Carlyle was preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter, Robyn Yonker in 1981, a great grandson, Terrell Breuer in 1993, a great granddaughter, Amelia Breuer, a son-in-law, Dean Gilbert, and his brothers, Lawrence and Ivan.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 27, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Bloomington with Rev. Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Burial will be in Dodge Cemetery, Beetown Township. Friends may call on Thursday, April 26, 2007, from 4 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington and from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church.

MEL EINK
Mel Francis Einck passed away early Friday morning, April 20, 2007, while at work. He had reached the age of 61 years, one month, and six days.
He was born March 14, 1946, at Decorah, Iowa, to Arthur and Mildred (Wiltgen) Einck.
Mel spent his early years in Ossian, graduating from St. Francis DeSales Catholic School in 1964. He attended De Vry Technical School in Chicago for one year. He entered the U. S. Army in November of 1965 and was discharged in December of 1967.
Mel was married to Cindy Sue White on October 30, 1965, at St. Francis DeSales Catholic Church in Ossian. To this union three sons were born.
Mel and Cindy lived in Aberdeen, Maryland for three months and then in Paso Robles, California until December of 1967, when Mel was discharged from the Army. They lived in Ossian, Iowa for a short time and moved to Postville in May of 1969. Mel had been employed by Allamakee-Clayton Electric Cooperative in Postville since October of 1968, until the present time.
Mel enjoyed being with his grandchildren. He had been a fisherman and liked hunting as well. Mel also enjoyed golfing, cooking and canning and took great pride in his yard. He was a very devoted husband, father, and grandfather, and he will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy; three sons, Daniel William Einck, Wadena, IA, Michael Francis Einck and fiancé, Melanie Carolus, Waukon, IA, and Kris David Einck and wife, Dana, Prairie du Chien; 11 grandchildren, two brothers: Robert and Dianna Einck, Ossian, IA and Richard and Jane Einck, Cedar Rapids, IA; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Barbara White, Postville, Brad (Peggy) White, Webster City, Kim (Denice) White, Stoddard, and Lori (Jim) Wyatt, Eden Prairie, MN; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Mildred Einck, and his father and mother-in-law, Don ("Barney") and Mary White.
A Mass of Celebration for the life of Mel Einck was held Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at Francis DeSales Catholic Church at Ossian, Iowa. Msgr. Cletus Hawes presided, with Father Richard Gaul, Father Jerry Blake, the Reverend Gary Catterson, and Clark Goltz participating in the service. Diane Stee was the organist. The casket cearers were: John Einck, Dean Einck, Daryl Einck, Scott Einck, Brian White, Todd Einck, Jeff Einck, and Doug Einck. Burial was in the church cemetery. The Schutte Funeral Home in Postville, handled arrangements.

EMMA C. KORESH
Emma C. Koresh age 85 of Prairie du Chien passed away Weds., Apr. 25, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born daughter of Daniel and Hazel (Grimesey) Trumm on May 17, 1921 in Crawford County, Scott Township. She married Joseph Koresh on April 5, 1942 at St. John's Church in Prairie du Chien, WI. He preceded her in death on July 16, 1990. A nurse of fifty years, she was a graduate of the National Assn. of Practical Nurses of Lawrence, MI and the Prairie du Chien Sanitarium on Aug. 21, 1941. She served several terms on the Board of Director's of the LaCrosse District of Practical Nurses. For many years she worked as a volunteer for the American Red Cross. She was an active member of St. Johns Church and a member of the church choir. She is survived by a daughter Jana (Todd) Koresh-Elfstrom of Prairie du Chien and a son Daniel (Peggy) Koresh of Sparta, WI, grandchildren; Emily, Danielle, Joseph, and Jonathan Koresh, Emily Prentice and Mariah Koresh, a great grandchild Kazzie Prentice, 2 brothers; Keith Trumm of Boscobel, WI and Clayton Trumm of Beloit, WI, 4 sisters; Renata Winch of Dickinson, ND, Lucille Gauger of Endeavor, WI, Lois Swenor of Beloit, WI and Reita Ann Hackett of Boscobel, WI along with her special friend Connie Achenbach of Prairie du Chien, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter Joellen Koresh, and 3 brothers; Jake, John and Frank Trumm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Sat., Apr. 28, 2007 at 10:30 AM at St. John's Catholic Church, Rev. John Wambach SJ officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Fri., Apr. 27, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien where there will be a rosary at 4:00 PM and a wake scripture at 7:30 PM, and also at the church on Sat., Apr. 28, 2007 from 9:30 AM until the time of services.
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Paul J. Mezera
Paul J. Mezera, age 65, of Janesville, died Monday, April 23, 2007, at home.
He was born on Feb. 6, 1942, in Prairie du Chien, the son of Matthew and Rose (Morovits) Mezera. Paul married Bonnie Lou Chroninger on Feb. 29, 1988, and she preceded him in death on Aug. 10, 1992. He served in the US Army from 1963 to 1966. A Janesville resident for over 40 years, he had been employed by GMAD for over 30 years. Paul was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church, UAW Local 95, VFW, Eagles Club, and Loyal Order of Moose. He loved small engine repair, fishing in Prairie du Chien, football and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by two children, Doug Mezera of Janesville and Vicky (Chris) Bladl of Milton; two grandchildren, McKenna and Garrett Bladl; five brothers and sisters, Bob (Marcia) Mezera of Glen Haven, Lucy Casper of Mukwonago, Elaine (Bill) Fischer of Big Rock, IL, Mary (Pete) Neisius and Mark (Mary Jane) Mezera both of Prairie du Chien. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three brothers: Gerald, Richard and Eugene; and a sister, Joann.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 26, 2007, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, with Fr. James Kuhn presiding. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the SCHNEIDER APFEL SCHNEIDER & SCHNEIDER FUNERAL HOME. For on-line obituary and registry: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com

MICHAEL S. HUBANKS
Michael S. Hubanks, age 62, of Bagley died Monday. Apr. 16, 2007, at the Veterans Medical Center in Tomah, after an extended illness.
Mike was born Feb. 24, 1945, in Madison, son of Robert and Adeline (Ceplecha) Hubanks. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps in Vietnam. He married Donna Slama on Sept. 28, 1968. He worked at 3M Company in Prairie du Chien and later for John Deere Company in Dubuque, IA. He owned and operated the Dew Drop Inn in Bagley for the past twenty years. Mike was an active member of the Liscum Brothers American Legion Post 482 in Bagley, and the Tavern League.
He is survived by a daughter Tanya Hubanks of Boston, MA; a son Adam of La Crosse; four sisters, Melinda (Don) Moore of San Angelo, TX, Cindy (Kevin) Henning of Monona, IA, Mindy (Wesley) Horstman of Bagley and Renita (Mark) Groom of Prairie du Chien; five brothers, Bob (Debra) of Waterloo, Andy (Roni) of Ottumwa, IA, Tom (Peggy) of Eastman, Shane (Marcia) of Prairie du Chien and Pat (Chris) of Madison, and his friend Darcy Quade of Patch Grove. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Steve.
A private family funeral service will be held graveside in the Hazelton-Flint Cemetery in Bagley with Rev. Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Military Rites will be accorded graveside by the Liscum Brothers American Legion Post 482. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. The family would like to express their deepest gratitude and thanks to the staff of the Tomah Veterans Medical Center for the excellent care that Mike received during the past nine months.
David F. Otterbeck, age 48, of Prairie du Chien, died Friday, April 20, 2007, at his home following a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born May 26, 1958, in Dubuque, IA, son of Wilbur and Carol (Warner) Otterbeck. He served in the U.S. Army. He married Debra Rose on Jan. 4, 1991, in Garnavillo, IA. He worked for Cabela's Outfitters in Prairie du Chien.
He is survived by his wife Deb of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Chad (Jaclyn) Fradette of Green Bay, and Terry (Tristan) Dyer of Lafayette, CO; a daughter Kelly (Jeff Marovets) Fradette of Guttenberg, IA; two brothers Guy (Deb) Otterbeck of Bellevue, IA and Gregory Otterbeck of Oshkosh; a sister, Deb (Dennis Zielski) Johnson of McGregor, IA; eight grandchildren; Jessalyn, Matthew, Carissa, Mackenzie, McKenna, Morgan, Macy and Abigail along with many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Wilbur and a sister Melody Frommelt.
A memorial service will be Saturday, April 28, 2007, at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien with Rev. John Taylor officiating. A private family inturnment will be held at a later date. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

VERMILDA K. FOLEY
Vermilda K. Foley, age 96, of Prairie du Chien and formerly of Seneca, died Thursday, Apr. 19, 2007, at the Boscobel Area Health Care Center in Boscobel.
She was born Feb. 5, 1911, in Springbrook, IA, daughter of Nicholas and Mary (Entringer) Meyers. She married Thomas Foley on Jan. 27, 1931, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. He preceded her in death on April 4, 1984. She was an active member of St. Patrick's Altar Society and was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother and great- great-grandmother who will be sadly missed by all.
She is survived by two sons, Pat (Phyllis) of Seneca, and Jerry (Chris) of Prairie du Chien; a daughter, Marge Watters of Boscobel; a sister Armilla Larson of La Crosse; daughters-in-law, Rose Krachey of Seneca, and Marian Foley of Prairie du Chien; 28 grandchildren, 70 great-grandchildren and 38 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; three sons, Bill, Bernie and Mick; two brothers, Floyd and Sylvester Meyers; three sisters, Erma Kruse, Marge and Eleanor Meyers; son-in-law Fay Watters; along with two grandchildren.
A Mass of Christian burial was Monday, Apr. 23, 2007, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Seneca, Rev. Eugene Wolf officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien, assisted the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

VIRGIL MOEN
Virgil N. Moen, age 70, of Bagley, entered eternal life on Sunday, April 15, 2007, at the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. He was born October 12, 1936 in Auburndale, the son of Thurston and Lila (Larson) Moen. He attended public schools in Spencer. In 1956, he entered into the U.S. Air Force for four years. While in the service, he married Dolores Britt in Salina, KS. In 1961, he moved to Chicago and he worked for Evanston Bus Co. In 1966, he moved to Racine, where he was employed at Racine Hydraulic until his retirement in 1998. He then moved to Bagley and lived with his special friend, Adeline "Addi" Atkinson, until the time of his death. He was a volunteer for the Bagley Fire Department. Virgil was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers. He is survived by his special friend, Adeline Atkinson, Bagley; daughters, Kelli (Russell) Eigenheer, Minnesota; and Debbie Moen and Donna Lopez, both of California; a son, Brian (Tracy) Moen, also of California; his sisters, Evelyn (Bob) Kuehl, Plover; Pearl (Ron) Eckes, Marshfield; and Kathleen Vruwink, Wisconsin Rapids; a brother, Gordon Moen, Marshfield; nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by Adeline's daughters: Judy Ames, Lancaster; Nancy Peacock, Machesney Park, IL; and Jane (Mike) Wienen, Dubuque, IA; her eight grandchildren; and her two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Donald Moen; four brothers, Thurston, Jr., Arlan, and Sanford Moen and Adolph Singstock; and a sister, Jeanette Weber. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2007, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at Faith Lutheran Church in Marshfield, with Pastor Patricia Turner officiating. Burial will be in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Marshfield. Visitation will also be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Virgil N. Moen memorial fund has been established. The family would like to thank Dr. John Whalen and Tri-State Dialysis in Platteville; Dr. Smith in Lancaster; Dr. Dempsey, Dr. Ben, and the nurses at TLC Unit in the University of Wisconsin Hospital.

RAYMOND CARDIN
Raymond L. Cardin, age 84, passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2007.
He was born on Sept. 12, 1922, in Prairie du Chien, the son of Daniel and Grace (Suhrada) Cardin. Raymond married Dorothy Parnell on Dec. 20, 1968, in Madison.
Raymond served in the U.S. Navy from 1941 until 1960, serving two different tours in Antarctica operation Deep Freeze under Admiral Byrd. He worked for the Madison School District after his military service. Raymond enjoyed golf, fishing, cribbage and spending time with his family. He was a member of Elks Lodge No. 410 and Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.
Raymond is survived by his daughters, Sharon (Jim) Goodno, Susan (Charles) Haeffner, Mary Jo (Al) Fletcher, Carol (Bill) Winge, Pam (Leonard) Winge, Lisa (Greg) Larsen, Karen Lauterbach, Linda (Frank) Locquiao and Lynette (Jerry) Wiser; 21 grandchildren; 12 and half great-grandchildren; a brother, Daniel Cardin; and many nieces and nephews. He is further survived by his life long friend and cribbage partner, Betty Valley and her family. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; parents; a brother, Lawrence; and two sisters, Marcelline Waller and Marie Schroeder.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday, April 2, 2007, at Immaculate Heart Of Mary Catholic Church, 5101 Schofield St., Monona, with Father John Meinholz presiding. Burial followed at Highland Memory Gardens, with military rites. Arrangements were handled by the Gunderson East Funeral Home, www.gundersonfh.com. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Pribbenow and the staff on the 7th floor SW, at St. Mary's Hospital for all their wonderful care. God grant that I may live to fish, until my dying day, And when it comes to my last cast, I then most humbly pray, When in the Lord's safe landing net, I'm peacefully asleep, That in his mercy I be judged, As big enough to keep.

Hazel L. Dailey
Hazel L. Dailey, age 93, of Prairie du Chien, formerly of Glen Haven, died Thursday, April 12, 2007, at Brunson Terrace in Prairie du Chien following a brief illness.
She was born April 5, 1914, in Graf, IA, the daughter of Albert and Clara (Lattner) Graf. She graduated from Patch Grove High School. Hazel farmed with her brothers in Glen Haven all of her life.
She is survived by her daughter, Beverly Dailey, Prairie du Chien; her brother, Bob Graf, Glen Haven; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her son, Dennis; a daughter in infancy; three brothers, Joe, Albert, and Bill Graf; and three sisters, Elsie Neises, Cleo Airy, and Charlotte Gates.
Funeral services were Saturday, April 14, 2007, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial is in St. Mary's Cemetery, Bloomington. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington. In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials may be given to Wisconsin Badger Camp.

LoRayne Faye Konichek
LoRayne F. Konichek of Prairie du Chien, (formerly of Freeport, Ill.) passed away Monday, March 26, 2007, in the Billings Clinic, Montana, after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born November 14, 1934, in Lancaster, the daughter of Kenneth G. and Helen (Hildreth) Burton. She was a 1952 graduate of Cassville High School. LoRayne married Robert Konichek on December 9, 1954, in Cassville. She was a member of the Church of Christ.
LoRayne was an avid walker having logged over 24,000 miles with daily excursions covering a span of 30 years. She enjoyed flower gardening, baking, crocheting and spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband Robert of Prairie du Chien; two sons, Blaine (Linda) of Middletown, R.I., Bryan (Jodee) of Roswell, N.M.; one daughter, Robin (Steve) Scovel of Billings, MT.; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; three brothers, Gary (Martha) Burton of Reedsburg; Marshall (Carol) Burton and John (Marsha) Burton of Lancaster; two sisters, Carletta (Wayne) Bausch of Viroqua, and Vicky Ackerman of Freeport, Ill.; and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding her in death were her parents, two brothers, Leroy of Lancaster and Dennis of Dickeyville; two sisters, JoAnn (Don) Suess of Moline, Ill. and Leila (Jim) Williams of Blaine, Minn.
A Memorial service will be Saturday, March 31, 2007. at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel. A private family interment will be held at a later date in the Calvary Cemetery, Prairie du Chien. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday, March 31, 2007 from 10 a.m. until the time of services.

Leo G. Mulholland
Leo G. Mulholland, 82, formerly of Big Bend, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2007, surrounded by his loving family at St. Joseph's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ. The youngest of seven children, Leo was born August 31, 1924 in Richland Center to John Leo "Lee" and Bridget (nee Stull) Mulholland. Leo was a veteran of WWII and a school administrator. He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from UW-Platteville and a Master's Degree in School Administration from UW-Milwaukee. He belonged to the DAV and WEA. He was married to Betty Lechnir February 3, 1951. They spent their retirement winters in Sun City, AZ.
Leo is survived by his wife Betty of Burlington; three sons Mark (Patti) of Clinton Township, MI, Shaun (Leigh Ann) of Nashotah and Rory (Sandy) of Muskego; three daughters Debbie (Jim) Schmittfranz of Mondovi, Jan (Jerry) Gifford of Doylestown, PA and Teri (Ron) Rachwal of Burlington; two sisters-in-law, Evelyn Mulholland and Avis Johnson of Richland Center and one brother-in-law Richard (Mary Ellen) Lechnir of Sun City West, AZ; thirteen grandchildren; three great-grandsons and many nieces and nephews.
Leo was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers Joseph, Alois and Paul; three sisters Marie (Frank) Phyfield, Tess (Conrad) Ostrander and Bernadette (Theron) Swenink and on sister-in-law, Elma (Alois) Mulholland.
His family will miss his love and wonderful sense of humor.
Visitation will be 4 ­ 8PM on Friday, April 13, 2007 at Schuette-Daniels Funeral Home in Burlington. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10AM on Saturday, April 14, 2007 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Burlington with Rev. Jeff Thielen officiating. A graveyard service will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association or the American Diabetes Association.

RETUS BARKER
Retus H. Barker, age 74, of Woodman, died Friday, April 6, 2007, at the Meriter Hospital in Madison. He was born January 6, 1933, in Harpers Ferry, IA, son of Charles and Julia (White) Barker. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He married Flora Bruckner on March 9, 1957, in Galena, IL. He worked at National Decorated Metals in Prairie du Chien and later retired from John Deere Company in Dubuque, IA after 21 years. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Flora Barker of Woodman; three daughters, Bette (Denny) Carl of Woodland Park, CO, Connie (Bob) Schmitz of Woodman, and Christine (Cal) Radtke of Red Wing, MN; a son Bud Bunders of Boscobel; eight grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Chuck and two sisters, Dorothy Sells and an infant sister. A Memorial Service will be Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel with interment in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. Friends may call at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 10, 2007, from 9 a.m. until the time of services.

Stanley L. Jenson
Stanley L. Jenson, Sr., 74, of McGregor, IA, died Monday March 26, 2007, at the Great River Care Center in McGregor following a long illness. Stanley was born in Waterville, IA on July 31, 1932 to Ed and Minnie (Gilster) Jenson. He attended high school in McGregor and attended Wisconsin Technical Institute in La Crosse. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War. He married Marie Barrette on June 21, 1958, at St. Gabriel Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien. He worked as a carpenter for North American, later Design Homes in Prairie du Chien, and also for Trademark later Hilton Homes in Guttenberg, IA. Stanley enjoyed hunting, fishing, mushroom hunting, trapping and any outdoor activities. He was a member of the American Legion. He is survived by his wife Marie; six children, Eric Jenson (Kyle Barnes) of Portland, OR, Angie Jenson (Jerry Meyer) of Janesville, Chris (Dana) Jenson of Colesburg, IA, Brenda Jenson of McGregor, IA, Mickie (Brian) Ruff of Onalaska, Stanley (Brenda) Jenson, Jr. of Boscobel; four grandchildren; two brothers: Walter Jenson of Del Rio, TX, John (Cheryl) Jenson of Seffner, FL; two sisters: Betty (Virgil) Johanningmeier of Monona, IA, and Bernadine (Lyle) Fisher of McGregor, IA. Funeral services were Saturday March 31,2007, at St. Mary Church in McGregor with military honors. Burial will take place at a later date. Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor handled arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

Ethel Briggs
Ethel B. Briggs age 89, of Prairie du Chien died Wednesday, March 28, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
She was born November 5, 1917, daughter of Charles and Nellie (Noggle) Krogman. She married Charles Briggs on Oct. 11, 1946, in Prairie du Chien. He preceded her in death on Dec. 24, 1980. She and her husband owned and operated the Seneca Café for many years in Seneca. She volunteered at the Prairie Health Care Center and was a member of the Bible Baptist Church in Prairie du Chien.
She is survived by two daughters, Diana (Larry) Brandt of Parkersburg, IA and Ellen Pat (Ed) Mezera of Prairie du Chien; a son John Briggs of Prairie du Chien; four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter Colleen Ninnamann, one brother and nine sisters.
Funeral services were Saturday, March 31, 2007 at the Bible Baptist Church, Rev. Andy Doll officiated, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien were in charge of arrangements. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

IRENE LATHROP
Irene Lathrop, 75, of Fennimore, formerly of Wauzeka, passed away Saturday March 31, 2007 at Fennimore Community Good Samaritan Center, Fennimore.
She was born on May 21, 1931 in Wauzeka to Jeremiah and Mabel (Geisler) Lathrop. She was a member of St Paul's United Methodist Church in Wauzeka.
She is survived by daughter Dawn (Josh Johnson) Lathrop of Blue River, sister Maxine Oswald of Wauzeka, grandson Damien Johnson of Blue River and nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Walter and three sisters: Mildred Mara, Ilene Moeller and Leona Steinbach.
Services will be held Wednesday, April 4, 2007 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Wauzeka, with Pastor Lynn Schreck officiating. Burial will be at the Wauzeka Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday, April 4, 2007 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Wauzeka. The Beeman-Patchak Funeral Home of Boscobel is assisting the family.

Betty E. Snethen
Betty E. Snethen, 77 of Princeton, died March 22, 2007 in Princeton, IL. She was born July 5, 1929 in Prairie du Chien, WI, the daughter of Peter and Myrtle (Logan) Elvert. Betty graduated from Prairie du Chien High School and trained as a nurse's aid at Beaumont Hospital, also in Prairie du Chien. She married Francis Costerisan, from Wauzeka, WI on May 28, 1949 at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, in Prairie du Chien. Betty and Francis raised their children in Prairie du Chien, Wauzeka, and later Chicago, IL. After Francis' death in 1961 Betty relocated to Princeton and continued to raise her children. She worked for Josten's Inc. and retired after 29 years of service. Betty was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Ladies of the Moose, and the Covenant Class at St. Matthews. She was a former member of GFWC.
Betty is survived by her children; John (Charles Dittman) Costerisan of Elgin, IL, James Costerisan of Orlando, FL, William (Kathy) Costerisan of Princeton, and Brad (Jill) Snethen also of Princeton. Also surviving her grandson Matthew Snethen of Chicago, IL., and Brady and Adrienne Snethen both of Princeton. Surviving as well, her brother Charles (Virginia) Elvert and several nieces and nephews. Preceding her in death:her parents, her husband, two sisters, a brother and a nephew.
Visitation was held at Norberg Memorial Home on Sunday March 25, 2007. Funeral services were Monday, March 26, 2007 at 11:00 am, St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Princeton. Cremation will follow the services and internment will be private in Wauzeka, WI. Memorials can be directed to the Bureau Valley Area Hospice and St Matthews Lutheran Church.
Norberg Memorial Home is caring for the Family.
 

PASTOR HARRY HOELLER
Pastor Harry Moeller, 85, of Fort Wayne, Indiana died Friday, March 16, 2007, at Hickory Creek Nursing Home, Hicksville, Ohio.
Born July 13, 1921, in Crawford County, he was the son of the late August and Anna (Zlabek) Moeller. He married Edna Anne Winterberg on Aug. 21, 1948, in Rockford, Illinois Methodist Church. He attended grade school at Swatek Ridge, one half mile from his home, and two years of high school in Eastman. At the age of 18, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy for six years and served in World War II on the U.S.S. Patoka and U.S.S. Wharton. Following that, he returned to Eastman, farmed, and was a wood cutter. He attended revival meetings at the E.U.B. Church and turned his life over to the Lord. After that, he felt the call to ministry and went to Miltonvale Wesleyan College, Miltonvale, Kan., where he completed his GED and studied for the ministry. It was there that he met his wife, Edna. While he and his wife lived in Wisconsin, they served as a foster family for five mentally retarded children for eight years. He also served as a student pastor in Kansas, pastor for Hoyne Avenue Wesleyan Methodist Church, Chicago, ILL., for eight years, and pioneered a new church in his hometown of Eastman in 1959, where he served for 12 years. During that time the congregation grew to two hundred members, a new brick church was built along with a five bedroom parsonage. He served three years at Mishawaka Wesleyan Church, Mishawaka, and three years at Bryant Wesleyan Church, Bryant. Following his retirement from the ministry, he worked as a counselor for a work relief program with prisoners transitioning back to the community at the Fort Wayne Y.M.C.A. Then he worked at the Fort Wayne V.A. Hospital, where he retired in 1987. He served as a custodian at Trinity Nazarene Church for several years, where he manually mowed five acres of grass when he was in his late 70's.
Surviving are his wife, Edna Moeller of Hicksville, Ohio; daughters Linda (John) Tuttle of Batesville , Esther (George) Vorndran of Fort Wayne; Martha (Carl) Kreighbaum of Spring Hill, Tenn., and Lois (Gene) Stauffer of Spencerville; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Marie Hill of Madison, Helen Foley of Dodgeville and Gladys Rienks of Edwardsburg, Mich. He was preceded in death by brothers, Willard and Raymond Moeller; sister, Betty Ann Moeller; and Grandson, Nathan Tuttle
Services were held Monday March 19 at Carnahan-Baidinger & Walter Funeral Home in Spencerville. Burial was in Concordia Cemetery Gardens, Fort Wayne. Memorials to: Missionary friends of the family, Joe and Pat Laraker, c/o West Indies Self Help Benevolence Fund, P.O. Box 365, Grand Haven, MI 49417-1365.

HENRY BURCHFIELD
Henry S. Burchfield age 93 of Prairie du Chien passed away Mon., March 26, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. He was born Oct. 1, 1913 in Springfield, MI, son of John and Flora (Shelton) Burchfield. He married Juanita Williams in August of 1940 in Mexico. She preceded him in death in June of 1994. He served in the U.S. Navy for 13 years. He later worked as a manager for Pacific Telephone and Telegraph until his retirement. He was active in the foreign car club and was an avid golfer. He is survived by a daughter Sandra (Conrad) Baughman of Harpers Ferry, IA, a son Larry (Millie) Burchfield of Tennessee, 11 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife and an infant sister.
According to Henry's wishes there will be no formal funeral service. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

Sr. Mark Marie David SSND
Sr. Mark Marie David SSND was born to Eternal Life March 18, 2007, at the age of 82 years.
She is survived by her brother, Jerry (Donna) David, nieces, nephews, friends and the SSND Community.
A wake service was celebrated Wednesday, March 21. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the School Sisters of Notre Dame Retirement Fund would be appreciated. Arrangements were handled by Schramka Funeral Home, Milwaukee 414-464-4040.

Gladys Townsend
Gladys Townsend, 92, of Chicago, Ill., passed away March 14, 2007 at Resurrection Hospital in Chicago.She was born in Prairie du Chien on March 24, 1914, to Joseph and Johanna (Mezera) Kasparek.
She is survived by her brother, Donald. E. Kasparek, Prairie du Chien , many nephews and nieces and by special friends, Art and Dale. Art was the son of her former employer for whom she worked 40 years. She was preceded in death by four brothers and four sisters. Gladys enjoyed traveling and traveled the world over.
At her request her remains were cremated.

STEVEN EARL TAYLOR
Steven Earl Taylor, 56, of San Diego, Calif., passed away Sunday, March 11, 2007, at the Veteran's Affairs Hospital at La Jolia, Calif.
He was born July 19, 1950, at Prairie du Chien to Earl Taylor and Belita (Stokes) Taylor.
Steve was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Lutheran Church. Steve graduated from Prairie du Chien High School in 1968.
He married Lillian Shea on June 23, 1979 at San Diego, Calif.
He served in the United States Navy for 20 years in food service. He was a retired mess management specialist in the Navy. He worked in food service in the San Diego school system and at the Veteran's Affairs Hospital in La Jolia, Calif.
Survivors include his wife Lillian Taylor and son Joshua Taylor of San Diego; his mother, Belita Taylor of Prairie du Chien, his sisters, Lea Martin and Ruth Taylor, Prairie du Chien; his brothers-in-law, Craig Martin, Prairie du Chien, Danny Shea, Toway, Calif; sister-in-law, Linda Shea, San Diego, Calif; as well as other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his farther, Earl Taylor; maternal grandparents Ruth (Judevine) and Robert Stokes; step-grandmother, Lucile Stokes; paternal grandparents Clara (Johnson) and Lawrence Taylor; and mother and father-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Danny Shea.
A memorial service will be on Saturday, March 24, 2007 at 1 p.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Prairie du Chien. Military Rites will be accorded by Prairie du Chien Honor Guard immediately following the service. Refreshments and time of remembrance will follow the service in church basement.

Barbetta Bloyer
Barbetta M. Bloyer, age 80, of Prairie du Chien, died Friday, March 16, 2007 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
She was born Dec. 14, 1926, at home in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Godfrey and Hildegard (Strine) Cardine. Barbetta worked at the Woolen Mill, National Decorated Metals and 3M Company in Prairie du Chien and also at McGregor Loudspeaker in McGregor, IA. She loved her job as the head lifeguard at the Prairie du Chien swimming pool for 13 years.
She married Everett Koecke on March 14, 1948. They had three children, D'Wayne (Jan) Koecke of Prairie du Chien, Georgia Mae (Van) Thompson of Independence, IA and Janie Lee (Lenord) Kaster of Hazleton, IA. She later married George C. Bloyer on Aug. 13, 1966, in Prairie du Chien where George farmed. They adopted a child, Bradley M. Bloyer when he was three days old, who now lives in Wauzeka. Also surviving are two sisters, Lois Bailey of Folsom, CA and Ann (Larry) Dohse of Prairie du Chien along with six grandchildren, and one great grandson. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, and a sister Geraldine Cardine.
Funeral services will be Monday, March 19, 2007 at 11 a.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Rev. Paul Graham and Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien handled arrangements.garrityfuneralhome.com

CORIE SLAGHT
Corie N. Slaght, age 37, of Prairie du Chien, died unexpectedly Friday, March 9, 2007, as the result logging accident.
He was born June 3, 1969, in Prairie du Chien son of Gerald and Phyllis (Gilkes) Slaght. He married Shannon Boland on Oct. 5, 1991 at St. Wenceslaus Church in Eastman, WI. He graduated from Roehl Truck Driving School in Marshfield in 1994 and worked for Mansur Trucking and Bassett Trucking, before fulfilling his dream of becoming the owner of Corie Slaght Trucking. Corie was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed coaching grade school basketball. He is survived by his wife Shannon and their children, Brianna, Miranda, Hunter and Mariah all at home; his mother Phyllis Slaght of Wauzeka; four brothers; Steven (Bonnie) of Prairie du Chien, Dave (Cheryl) of Eastman, Jerry (Ann) of Harpers Ferry, IA and Scott (Tammy) of Mississippi; a sister Lori (Ralph) Dalton of Mt. Sterling; his mother-in -law Patricia (Leahy) Boland of Prairie du Chien; brothers -in-law Jeff (Stacy) Boland of Sparta, and Paul Boland of Prairie du Chien, sister-in-law Deb (Mike) Mara of Prairie du Chien along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, a sister Ilene Aspenson and his father in law Jim Boland.
A Mass of Resurrection will Tuesday, March 13, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating. A private family internment will be held at a later date. Friends may call after 4 p.m. on Monday, March 12, 2007, at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, where there will be a wake scripture at 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

Mildred Degnan
Mildred "Millie" Degnan age 89, of Wauzeka passed away Monday, March 12, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after an extended illness.
She was born March 29, 1917, in Wauzeka, daughter of Peter and Catherine (Scheckel) Schmidt. She married Arthur Degnan on Nov. 28, 1935, at St. Wenceslaus Church in Eastman. He preceded her in death on Nov. 27, 1978.
She and her husband farmed in the Wauzeka area and Millie later retired from 3M Compnay in Prairie du Chien. She was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Church in Wauzeka and was an active advocate for St. Jude's Hospital. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; five brothers, Alfred, Oscar, Ted, Walter and Raymond Schmidt; along with five sisters; Gertrude Zinkle, Irene Kilburg, Leone Ray, Agnes Degnan and Alverda Missak.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, March 15, 2007, at 10:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Wauzeka, Rev. Eugene Wolf officiating with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday, March 15, 2007, at the time of services. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family, garrityfuneralhome.com

Dennis Heidrich
Dennis R. Heidrich age 57, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at the Gunderson Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse.
He was born July 28, 1949, in Chicago, IL, son of Russell and Jacquelyn (Winters) Heidrich. He served in the U.S. Army in Washington D.C. at Arlington National Cemetery. Dennis was a loving partner, father, son, brother, grandfather and friend. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Cubs fan.
He is survived by his fiance and partner of 18 years, Joyce Thorsen; his children, Eric (Trish) Heidrich, Troy and Adam Heidrich, April (Tim) Thorsen; his mother Jackie Heidrich; his brother Rick (Diane) Heidrich; his sister Laurel (Bob) Gotsch; along with two grandchildren, Haley and Amber. He was preceded in death by his father.
Funeral services will be Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 7 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, with Rev. Paul Graham officiating. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard at 4:30 p.m. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, March 8, 2007 from 4 p.m. until the time of services.

Mildred Millin
Mildred "Mickey" Millin, age 87, of Prairie du Chien passed away Tuesday, March 6, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
She was born July 27, 1919, in West Lima, daughter of George and Anna (Geisler) Hepburn. She married Sherman Millin on Jan. 29, 1938. He preceded her in death on April 12, 1993.
She owned and operated the M & W Cafe in Wauzeka and later worked as a cook for the Wauzeka School district until moving to Prairie du Chien in 1972. She was an active member of the United Methodist Church in Prairie du Chien. She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Carroll) Bolton of Janesville and Susan (Charlie) Zeeh of Prairie du Chien; four grandchildren, Cyndi (Bryan) Meyer of Milton, Lisa (David) Dedrick of Appleton, Will (Erin) Zeeh of McGregor, IA and Bart (Michelle) Zeeh of Prairie du Chien; two step grandchildren, Debra (Shane) Sliger and Tanya (Ron) Hohensee both of Janesville, along with 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a sister Violet Wiswall.
Funeral services will be Sunday, March 11, 2007, at 2 p.m. at the United Methodist Church in Prairie du Chien, with Rev. Stuart Allen officiating, with burial in the Wauzeka Cemetery in Wauzeka. Friends may call on Sunday, March 11, 2007, from 11 a.m. until the time of departure for the church at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien.

Herbert H. Wolf
Herbert H. Wolf, 85, formerly of rural Coon Valley, WI, died Wednesday, February 288, 2007 at home of his daughter in Mustang, Oklahoma. He was a beloved husband and father, cherished grandfather and great grandfather who surrendered himself to the angels after a long battle with lung and heart disease and went home to be with his darling wife, Maxine and son, Denton.
Herb was born at home on April 6, 1921 to Albert and Elizabeth Wolf in rural Bagley, WI, the eighth of nine children and grew up in a close country farming family. Childhood days were spent helping his folks on the family farm, evening sledding on homemade sleds in the cold winter woods and attending school with his brothers and sisters at the one room school house with the "play rock" nearby. As a young man, Herb worked as farmhand at many area farms near his home and in Iowa.
On February 5, 1942, along with his brothers, Marv and Bill, Herb enlisted in the United States Army. Rising to the rank of Sergeant, he proudly served his country with honor and distinction in the Mid-Eastern, African and European theatres of battle. Shortly after discharge, Herb left his family to attend trade school in Racine, graduating in 1946 with his trade certificate in welding and eventually having a long career in that field.
About that time, he met and married the love of his life, Maxine Fuller. They met in Prairie du Chien and were married on December 22, 1946 in Racine. This was the beginning of a love affair that spanned nearly six decades. You rarely saw one without the other, they were so connected. Even death could not separate them as she returned for him shortly before he passed to guide him home. Of this union, came three precious children, Denton, April and Kendra. Herb and Maxine spent 39 years in Racine raising their family, fishing, camping and vegetable gardening. Herb spent 37 years at Nielsen Iron Works retiring in 1983 and moving to Coon Valley, WI. In later years, Herb and Maxine enjoyed trips to Goose Island, long rides and visiting with their family and friends. Herb was a longtime member of the Middle Coon Valley Lutheran Church, a lifetime member of the Coon Creek VFW Post #10532, the Coon Valley American Legion Post #116 and the Teamsters.
Survivors include his daughters, April Taulbee (Dan Cromwell) of Oklahoma City, OK and Kendra Wolf (Joe Guerrero) of Portland, OR; two grandchildren, Christopher (Krysta) Taulbee and their children, Ryan and Madyson all of Oklahoma City, OK and Carolyn (Brandon) Taulbee Crusha of Twenty-Nine Palms, CA and many nieces and nephews and extended family.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Maxine on October 5, 2006; one son, Denton; his parents; brothers, Roy, Martin, Lester and Neil Ticker and Albert Jr., Marvin and Bill Wolf; and two sisters, Minnie Marie and Clara.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Bagley, WI. Pastor Dan Wollman and Pastor Martha Butzier will officiate. Burial with military honors will be in the Bagley Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m at the Seland Funeral Home in Coon Valley and at the church on Wednesday from noon until service time.

Loretta Oelke
Loretta Margaret Oelke, age 83, passed away on Saturday, February 24, 2007, at the Richland Hospital.
She was the oldest of nine children, born at home, on April 26, 1923, in Grant County, to Forrest J. and Anna M. (Messling) Picha.
On December 1, 1954, she was united in marriage to Clyde K. Oelke in Elkader, IA. He preceded her in death on April 8, 1990.
She was especially fond of spring and summer seasons. She enjoyed cooking and baking, flower and vegetable gardening, embroidery, colorful birds, polka music, the color red and time spent with family and friends.
She is survived by her daughters, Phyllis Oelke of Prairie du Chien, Linda Oelke-McNamer and husband Mark McNamer of Middleton; daughters of Clyde Oelke, Cleora Brown of La Crosse and Maxine (John) Lewis of Richland Center; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; five brothers and sisters; Harold Picha of FL, Eldon Picha of Albert Lea, MN, Arlene Neely of Clovis, NM, Donna (Larry) Kapinus of Prairie du Chien and Larry Picha of Republic, KS.
She was also preceded in death by her parents; three children, Nancy Torgerson, LaVern and Bobby Reiger; three brothers, LaVern, Kenneth, and Kerry Picha, one grandson, Perry Torgerson; brother-in-law, Carson Neely and special friend, Bud (Buford) Carr.
Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, March 10 at 2 p.m. at the Pratt Memorial Chapel in Richland Center with Rev. C.D. Fretz officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the time of services. Pratt Funeral Services is assisting the family with arrangements.

George Allen
George W. Allen, age 66 of Oakdale and formerly of Prairie du Chien, passed away Sunday, March 4, 2007, at the Fairview Hospital in St. Paul, MN.
He was born Jan. 31, 1941, in Prairie du Chien, son of Clive and Gladys (Stoffel) Allen. He served in the U.S. Air Force. He married Pauline Cech on Jan. 19, 1963. Together they worked in property management in the Twin Cities area for many years.
He was a wonderful man devoted to his wife and family. George enjoyed his work with senior citizens and had a special bond with his grandson Matthew.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Pauline, of Oakdale, MN; a son, Darwin (Jody) Allen of Sioux Falls, SD; three sisters, Patricia (Kenny) Daugherty of Renville, MN, Glady (Tom) Murphy of Sebeka, MN and Shirley (Ralph) Lindborg of Anoka, MN; two grandchildren Nicholas and Matthew; his mother-in-law Irene Shaffer of Prairie du Chien; a brother- and sister- in-law, Joanne and Jim White of Prairie du Chien along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant son; two brothers, Bob and Clive Allen, along with two sisters, Barbara Reitz and Elaine Peterson.
A Memorial service will be Wednesday, March 7, 2007 at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating. Military rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard immediately following the memorial service. A private family interment will be held at a later date. Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday, March 7, 2007 from 10 a.m. until the time of services. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

DOROTHY KOZELKA
Dorothy J. Kozelka age 93 of Eastman, WI died Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007 at the Prairie Maison Care Center in Prairie du Chien, WI. She was born Dec. 29, 1913 daughter of William and Mary (Kahler) Oswald. In 1931 she married Joseph Greene and to this union four children were born. He preceded her in death. She later married Charles Kozelka on July 18, 1945. They celebrated 60 years together before Charles preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 2005. Together they farmed in the Eastman area. Dorothy was a member of the Eagles Club Auxiliary #1502 and was honored in 1981 by being inducted into the Wisconsin State Eagles Hall of Fame. She enjoyed playing the spoons in the Eagles Auxiliary fun band called the "Ding a Lings". She was also a member of the Royal Neighbors, the County and District Senior Citizens, the Cactus Club and Homemakers Club. She is survived by a son James (Sandra) Greene of Seneca, WI, 9 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Dorothy Ward, 2 sons; Francis and Edward Greene, 2 brothers; Julius and Francis Oswald, a granddaughter Mary Jo Greene and a great granddaughter Heather Kelleher. The family is grateful to the staff at Prairie Maison for the wonderful care Dorothy received, also special thanks to Dr. Ann Grunwald.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Mon., Feb. 26, 2007 at 11:00 AM at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Eastman, WI, Rev. Tom Huff officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. Friends may call on Mon., Feb. 26, 2007 from 9:00 AM until the time of services at the St. Wenceslaus Church Hall in Eastman. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien, WI is assisting the family. www.garrityfuneralhome.com

MARY REED
Mary E. Reed, 61, of Prairie du Chien passed away Sunday, February 25, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital following a year and a half battle with cancer. She was born July 25, 1945, in Decorah, Iowa, daughter of William and Regina (Kipp) Scholbrock.
She married Irwin Reed on September 26, 1964, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. He preceded her in death on September 13, 2004.
Mary worked as a caregiver for Homeward Bound for many years.
She is survived by two daughters, Sonja Scherf of McGregor, Iowa and Lanette (Tom) Hemmer of Prairie du Chien, a son Irwin Jr. (Crystal) Reed of Prairie du Chien, a brother Ronald (Corina) Scholbrock of Hazel Green; two sisters, Martha Bedward of Boscobel, and Irma (Charles) Rosauer of Blue River; three grandchildren, Chad Feller, Chris Koecke and Ryan Scherf; sisters-in-law, Lenice Scholbrock of Redding, Calif. and Dorothy Scholbrock of Festina, Iowa, along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a sister Clara Mae Hageman; three brothers, Ralph, Francis and John Scholbrock and a nephew William Bedward.
A Memorial Service will be Friday, at 1 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien, with Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating. Interment will be held privately at a later date in the Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred.

LEO MERGEN
Leo W. Mergen, 93, of Lancaster, died February 25, 2007, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.
He was born September 2, 1913, in Glen Haven Township, the son of Peter and Susan (Nieses) Mergen.
He married Clara Heinrichs on September 7, 1940, at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster. They farmed in the Glen Haven area until 1984, when they moved to Lancaster.
Leo was on the parish council of St Mary's Church in Glen Haven and on the building committee of Bloomington High School. He was a member of the Pork Producers the Cattlemen's Association, the Sportsman's Club, and a 4-H leader. He loved fishing, boating, farming, and being with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his children Martha (Carl) Neis, Bloomington, Janice (Leon) Stern of Shiocton, Robert (Mary) Mergen of Glen Haven, nine grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, sisters-in-law Imogene Mergen, Madison, Marjorie Mergen, Bloomington, brother-in-law Frank Patcle of Potosi, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Leo was preceded in death by wife, Clara; a son, Peter; five brothers and six sisters.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Reverend William Seipp officiating. Burial was in Gockel Cemetery in Glen Haven Township. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Leo W. Mergen memorial fund has been established. The Martin Funeral Home in Lancaster is assisting the family.

PATRICIA BOHONEK
Patricia A. Bohonek, 74, passed away Monday, February 26, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.
She was born May 20, 1932, in Patch Grove, daughter of Daniel and Clara (Junk) Smith. She taught in rural schools in Grant County and later in Waukesha, for nearly 17 years.
She married Francis Bohonek on September 16, 1967, at St. Johns Church in Patch Grove. He preceded her in death on May 27, 2002. Together they owned and operated the Coast to Coast Store in Prairie du Chien for many years.
Pat was an active member of the community and belonged to the PCCW, Prairie Catholic School Board, the American Legion Auxiliary, served as the Chapter President for the American Red Cross and was the Past President of the Blackhawk Brigade Band.
She is survived by her daughter Sean (Kevin) Weber of Asbury, Iowa, along with two grandchildren Peyton and Nicholas Weber. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother John Peter Smith and two sisters, Suzy Glapinski and Donna Manders.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Wednesday, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, where there will be a rosary at 4 p.m. an American Legion Auxiliary tribute at 5 p.m. and a wake scripture at 7:30 p.m.

 AGNES SCHULDT
Agnes L. Schuldt, 98, of Boscobel and formerly of Ferryville passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at the Boscobel Area Health Care.
Services were rescheduled for Wednesday, February 28 at 11 a.m. at the Utica Lutheran Church with visitation at the church from 9:30 a.m. until time of services.

LEONARD EVERSON
Leonard A. Everson, 77, of Union Grove, passed away February 20, 2007.
Leonard was born in Crawford County on January 12, 1930, son of Elmer and Lena (Lee) Everson.
Leonard was a long time civil service employee at Great Lakes Naval Center. He was a person always busy with working on his farm, either in Racine County or his farm in Crawford County, with tobacco, cattle, or fixing something; but he always had time to help you if you needed an extra hand.
Leonard and Mary raised their three nieces, Susan, Kathy and Judy. H will be missed by all who knew him and if there is a dance in heaven, Leonard will be one of the first on the floor.
Thank you to the Dennis Lee family of Union Grove for their kindness to Leonard; also to the Terrace at St. Francis and to the Hospice staff for their kind care. "Blessed be His Memory".
Surviving are a brother, Edwin (Eldora) Everson, Madison; sisters, Eleanor Everson, Viroqua, and Judy (Jerry Strnad, Prairie du Chien; also by two special nieces Susan (Dennis) Dayo, Racine, and Judy (Rich) Gauther, Ripon; also by other nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 332 years Mary Peter; his parents; one brother, Otto Everson and a special niece, Kathy Peter.

Services were Monday, at Freeman lutheran Church, burial followed in the Freeman Lutheran Church Cemetery. The Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home, Gays Mills assisted the family.

JAMES JOHNSTON
James C. "Junior" Johnston, 78, of New Albin Iowa died Sunday morning February 25, 2007, at Thornton Manor Nursing Home in Lansing Iowa.
James was born in Ferryville, on April 13, 1928, to James and Bernita (Brosh) Johnston.
He married Pauline "Polly" Siebels in April of 1967 at Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
He served in the Navy. James was the Head Chef at The Flame Room in Cedar Rapids Iowa for many years prior to operating  a restaurant in New Albin Iowa for many years.
He is survived by his wife, Polly Johnston of New Albin; five children; Cheryle Myers of Stoddard, Cherlye Arneson, Kevin Melsha of Solon, Iowa. Wayne Melsha of Winter Garden Fla., Kathyann Melsha of Jacksonville Fla; six grandchildren; two siblings Robert Johnston of Ferryville Beverly Copsey of Fennimore. James was preceded in death by a daughter Lynda Melsha August 02, 2006.
There will be no services, the Thornburg Hanson Funeral Home in Lansing is assisting the family.

AGNES SCHULDT
Agnes Lillian Schuldt, 98, of Boscobel and formerly of Ferryville, passed away Tuesday, February 20, 2007, at the Boscobel Area Health Care.
She was born October 13, 1908 in the town of Freeman, Crawford County, daughter of John and Edith (McCartney) Hackett.
She graduated from Gays Mills High School and La Crosse College in 1929. She taught elementary school in several rural Crawford County schools, retiring in 1971.
Agnest married Harold G. Schuldt on September 9, 1955 in Prairie du Chien, he preceded her in death on March 3, 1995.
Surviving are nieces and nephews, James (Rose) Sime, Middleton, Linda (Al) Mezera, Boscobel, Sandra (Lyman) Martin, Sauk City, Robert (Jackie) Sime, Chokio, Minn., Sue Berger, Boscobel, Cathy (Roger) Cliff, Madison, Nancy (Ed) Wenning, Cape Coral, Fla., Don (Kristy) Sime, Manteca, Calif., Bonnie (Duane) Dyke, John (Marla) Hackett and Gordon (Becky) Hackett, all of Prairie du Chien, Cindy (Larry) Riveland, Monona, Iowa, Elaine Lydon, Hawthorne, Calif., LeRoy (Diane) Hein, Elmurst, Ill. and Holly (Louis) Linnewek, Carol Stream, Ill.; Brother-in-law, Wilbert (Margaret) Schuldt, Brownsville, Minn. and Sister-in-law, Wilma (Harry) Wallen, Onalaska; and many great nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by two sistes, Margaret Sime and Evelyn Hein; a brother Harold Hackett, and four nephews, Roderick Hein, Herbert Hackett, John Sime and Melvin Sime.
Funeral services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Utica Lutheran Church, Pastor Gary Wees officiating with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation will be at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services. The Domersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home, Gays Mills is assisting the family.

RAYMOND MORIS
Raymond Kenneth Moris, 68, of La Crosse and formerly of Patch Grove, died from complications of pneumonia on Friday, February 16, 2007, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse, surrounded by his family.
He was born August 24, 1938, in Prairie du Chien, Crawford County, to Joseph L. and Susan B. (Mergen) Moris.
Raymond lived on the family farm in Patch Grove for many years. From 1963 until 1965, he served with the United States Army in South Korea.
Raymond was employed with Norplex / Isola Laminates in La Crosse for 21 years before his retirement in 2003.
He enjoyed volunteering at the Thomas Rooney VFW Post 1530 and The Place of Grace, both in La Crosse.
Survivors include four brothers, Fredrick (Darlene) Moris of Prairie du Chien, Robert (Jane) Moris of Mahwah, New Jersey, Lawrence (Judy) Moris of Oak Creek, Wis., and Gerald (Scherrie) Moris of Brookfield, Wis.; three sisters, Mary Lou Sprosty of Patch Grove, Theresa (Ross) Bushnell of Prairie du Chien, and Suzanne (Robert) Boldt of La Crosse; two sisters-in-law, Virginia Moris of Franklenton, Louisiana and Fern Moris of Marion, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews. Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Susan; five brothers, Leo, Bernard, Joseph, Paul, and Charles; and an infant sister, Elizabeth.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, at 11 a.m. at St. John's Catholic Church, Patch Grove, Father Bart Timmerman will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery with military honors by the VFW clubs in La Crosse and the Patch Grove area and the United States Army Honor Guard. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred. Woodruff-Jandt Funeral Home, La Crosse, is in charge of arrangements.

LAVERNE RIDER
LaVerne Elwin Rider, 78, of Prairie du Sac and formerly of Prairie du Chien, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, February 19, 2007.
He was born the youngest of 10 children, on February 27, 1928, at the old General Hospital in Prairie du Chien. He farmed most of his life on the family farm in the Dutch Ridge area near Wauzeka .
He attended Rider School in Wauzeka and was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Wauzeka.
He married Lorna Erickson at St. Peter Church in Prairie du Chien. They farmed on the family farm for 24 years where they raised their six children.
In 1973 they moved to Prairie du Chien, where LaVerne worked for 3M Company for 17 years until his retirement.
LaVerne is survived by his wife of 57 years, Lorna Rider of Prairie du Sac; and their children, Noreen (Delbert) Edge, Dennis (Lily) Rider, Larry (Janice) Rider, Vickie (Paul) Reinke, Elaine (Larry) Campbell and Ronald (Sheila) Rider. LaVerne is also survived by a sister Hazel Mayne and a brother Raymond Rider. Also surviving are 15 grandchildren and seven great- grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and four brothers.
Funeral services will be Friday, at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. Sally Mitchell officiating, with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m. and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to St. John's Lutheran Church, 100 Oak St., Prairie du Sac, Wis.

NORMAN OTTE
Norman Otte, 74, of Wauzeka, formerly of Richfield passed to Eternal Life on Monday, February 19, 2007, at his granddaughter's home.
He was born November 20, 1932 in Richfield to Walter and Emma (nee Dieball) Otte. He married Dorothy Krause on November 28, 1953, at Holy Angels Catholic Church in West Bend, WI.
Norman worked for the Chrysler Corporation for many years. He enjoyed playing dominos, and loved spending time with his family.
Beloved father of Ronald of Savannah, Ga., Diane (Wesley) Priesgen of Wauzeka and Norman Otte, Jr. of Wis. Cherished grandfather of Amanda, April, Dennis, Tyson, Jason, Joey, Bradley, Brandon and Jeanna. Dearest brother of Lawrence (Marion) of Hartford, Clarence (Mary Ann) of Rubicon, and Donald (Marlene) Otte of Grafton. Norman is further survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Dorothy. Funeral services for Norman will be held Thursday, at 12 noon at the Shimon Funeral Home, Hartford, with Father David LaPlante officiating. Family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday from 10­12 noon at the Shimon Funeral Home, (824 Union Street, Hartford).
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family are appreciated. Interment at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery, Town of West Bend. Shimon Funeral Home is assisting the family. (262) 673-9500 www. shimon funeralhome.com

ELTON THORNTON
Elton "Punk" Thornton, 74, of McGregor, Iowa, died Friday February 16, 2007, at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien, following a long illness.
Punk is survived by his wife Shirley; four sons, Randy (Sandy) Thornton of Marquette, Gary (Vicki) Thornton of Florida, Terry (Peggy) Thornton and Robert (friend Hope) both of McGregor; two daughters, Barbara Burr and Deb (Mike) Trautsch both of Prairie du Chien; 12 grandchildren; six great- grandchildren; one brother George Thornton of McGregor; three sisters, Amy Lovell of Elmwood, Wis., Pearl Wittenberg of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Anne Franke of Fishers, Ind.
Elton was born November 2, 1932, to Ross and Mary (Stahl) Thornton in Iowa City, Iowa.
He attended school in Marquette. He served in the Navy during the Korean War.
He married Shirley Wagner on March 26, 1955, in Waukon, Iowa. They lived in Cedar Rapids for five years, before moving to McGregor in 1960. He worked for Bituma Stor until 1980. He then drove escort until his health failed.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m. on Wednesday at First Lutheran Church rural McGregor with burial in Pleasant Grove Cemetery with Military Honors in McGregor. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor and one hour prior to services at the church. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Harold, Milo, Leroy and John and one sister Delores.

RAYMOND JAYNES
Raymond J. Jaynes, 78, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Friday, February 16, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born September 24, 1928, in Prairie du Chien, son of Clarence and Cora (Lessard) Jaynes.
He served as a Sergeant in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
He married Marjorie Hermsen on May 29, 1954, at St. Mary's Church in Bloomington.
Ray worked as a repairman for General Telephone for 37 years until his retirement.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years Majorie Jaynes of Prairie du Chien; four sons, Kurt (Teresa) and Mike (Mary) Jaynes both of Prairie du Chien, David (Kelly) and Ron (Renee) Jaynes both of Waukesha; a sister Evelyn (Sylvester) Schulte of Freeport, Ill. and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Jerome and two sisters, Lavina Hill-Dohse and Marcella Gillitzer.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Military Rites were accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, assisted the family.

MARJORIE ROSS
Marjorie C. Ross, 81, of Bagley, died Saturday, February 10, 2007, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster. She was born August 27, 1925, in Mahaska Co., Iowa, the daughter of Henry and Laura (Hannah) DeWitt. On April 27, 1941, she married Loren C. Ross. She loved raising her family and enjoyed being with her grandchildren. She was employed at Rapid Die & Molding in Cassville. Marjorie enjoyed fishing in her spare time. She is survived by her husband, Loren Ross, Lancaster; six children, Alan (Mary) Ross, Monroe, Iowa; Ramona Sedlmayr, Bagley; Laura Dukes, Tampa, Fla.; Leta Hying (Gary Porter), Lancaster; Nelson (Debbie) Ross, Elk Run Heights, Iowa; and Beverly Ross, Byron, Ill.; 28 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and one sister, Jane (Larry) Rogers, Ankeny, Iowa. She was preceded in death by her son, Loren J. Ross; her grandson, Jason Dukes; her parents; her sister, Genevieve Boyd; her brother, Vernon DeWitt; her son-in-law, Lloyd Sedlmayr; and her daughter-in-law, Donna Ross. There will be no funeral service or visitation, as was Marjorie's wish. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is assisting the family.

CHARLES CHRIST
Charles N. Christ 70, of Bagley, passed away due to congestive heart failure on Monday, February 12, 2007, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born May 11, 1936, in Wauzeka, son of LeRoy and Helen (Wayne) Christ. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps. He married Joan Williams on October 6, 1960, in Casa Grande, Ariz. He worked in road construction most of his life for several companies including; Dillman Construction, Ryan, Schultz and Dahl Construction, Iverson Construction and Mathey Construction. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and woodworking. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Joan Christ of Bagley; three sons, Charles Jr. (Shari) and Tracy (Sue) both of Patch Grove, Todd (Sonja Droste) of Montello; two daughters, Cindy (Maurice) Kellogg of Dakota City, Nebr. and Wendy (Mark) Milewsky of McGregor, Iowa; a sister Sally Rogers of Lebanon, Mo. along with 12 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Loren Christ and two sisters, Ardith Laufenberg and Dorothy Hurtado. Funeral services will be Friday, at 10:30 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien, Rev. Stuart Allen officiating, with burial in the Boscobel Cemetery in Boscobel. Military Rites will be accorded graveside by the VFW Post 10393 and the Blake Semrad Post 134. Friends may call on Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home and from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services on Friday.

RUTH McDONALD
Ruth McDonald, 89, a lifelong resident of Bell Center, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2007, surrounded by family at the Sannes Skogdalen Nursing Home in Soldiers Grove, where she has lived since October, 2006.
Ruth was born May 22, 1917 in Clayton Township, daughter of Joseph and Katie Hines McCormick. She married Leo McDonald in 1938. Ruth and Leo owned and operated McDonald's General Store in Bell Center and later owned and operated two more stores in Gays Mills, McDonald's IGA and McDonald's Shopping Center. Leo and Ruth were known throughout the area for their hospitality and generosity. Leo preceded Ruth in death in February 1974. Following his passing Ruth continued to operate McDonald's General Stores until her retirement.
Ruth's greatest passion in life was her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who provided unconditional love and support to her family. She never missed an important event in any of her children or grandchildren's lives. Ruth loved to laugh and when in good health, enjoyed reading, cooking, dancing, music and politics. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
She is survived by four children, Jim (Katie) McDonald, Bell Center, Rosemary Liggett, Racine, Jan (Bill) Fillbach, Prairie du Chien and Joe (Jan) McDonald, Mauston; eight grandchildren, Kara (Troy) Murphy, Prairie du Sac, Shannon (Kathy) Liggett, Marshall, Heather (Goran) Radojevic, Racine, Carrie Liggett, Oak Creek, Leah (Jamie) Lenzendorf, Des Moines, Iowa, Trisha Fillbach, Des Moines, Iowa, Shelby McDonald, Mauston and Brian McDonald, La Crosse. She was a special "Nana'' to five great grandchildren, Dana and Lora Radojevic, Samantha Liggett and Jaret and Garett Lenzendorf. She was also survived by two sisters, Marguerite McGinley, Waunakee and Mary (John) O'Neil, Gordon. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Amy McDonald, Bell Center in 1990, two sisters, Bert Tazalla and Rosanna (Pat) Dyer and three brothers, Robert, James and Lawrence McCormick.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Marys Catholic Church, the Rev. Kurt Apfelbeck will officiate. Burial will follow in the St. Marys Catholic Cemetery, Gays Mills. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. with a 4 p.m. Prayer Service at the Dommersnaes Bertram Family Funeral Home, Gays Mills and at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services.

WENCESLAUS MEZERA
Wenceslaus "Winnie" Mezera 71, of Eastman, passed away Saturday, February 10, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. He was born Sept. 28, 1935, in Bridgeport, son of Charles and Lucy (Wall) Mezera.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.
He married Sharon Becwar on September 10, 1960, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien.
He worked for the Crawford County Highway Department for 23 years and was an active member of the Eastman Fire Department for over 40 years where he was nominated Fireman of the Year in 2005.
Winnie enjoyed camping, fishing, planting flowers, and mowing the county parks.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Sharon Mezera of Eastman; three daughters; Wendy (Joe) Froiseth of Viroqua, Angela (Douglas) DuCharme of Eastman, and Tammy (Alan) Foley of Seneca; two sons, Randy (Laurel) Mezera of LaCrosse, and Rodney Mezera of Eastman; three brothers; Clem (Catherine) Mezera of Prairie du Chien, Dan (Phyllis) Mezera of Florida and Chad (Pat) Mezera of Eastman; three sisters, Mary Shedivy of Prairie du Chien, Monica (Lawrence) Bay of Steuben, and Beth (Paul) Scheckel of Soldiers Grove; 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son Wenceslaus and his parents.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Eastman, Rev. Thomas Huff officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. Military Rites will be accorded graveside. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, where there will be a rosary at 7:30 p.m.

MARY KRAMER
Mary J. Kramer, 85, of Eastman, died Monday, February 5, 2007, at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien.
Mary was born November 14, 1921, in Chicago, Ill. to Michael and Eva (Siskov) Markov. She grew up and attended school in Chicago.
She worked for a time at Sears and Marshal Field stores.
Mary married Fenton Kramer on July 5, 1947 at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, Iowa. They farmed in Eastman the rest of their lives.
Surviving are a son Charles Kramer of Eastman and a daughter Margaret Kramer of Prairie du Chien, a brother John (Mary) Markov of Ludington, Mich., a half-brother Anthony (Nedra) Cipcich of Oak Park, Ill. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, on December 26, 2000, two infant children and three siblings, Victoria Power, Michael Markov and Catherine Mezera.
Services were Saturday at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien with burial in Shanghai Ridge Cemetery.

OWEN CLAYTON
Owen Dale "Shorty" Clayton died February 3, 2007, at the Comfort House in McAllen, Texas. He was born in Prairie du Chien on September 2, 1922. He entered the U.S. Navy in 1940 and was a Pearl Harbor survivor on December 7, 1941. He retired from the Navy in 1967 and worked Civil Service for 10 years. He retired from the Civil Service and moved back to Prairie du Chien in 1980. He was a member of the Eagles Club for many years. He is survived by his loving companion and partner of 28 years, Ginger Morris, Pharr, Texas; a brother, Ronald Clayton, St. Paul, Minn.; a daughter Patty (Ronald) Warren, Kansas and a son Larry Clayton of Prairie du Chien; four grandchildren and one great grandchild. He was preceded in death by a son Mike Clayton, brothers, Duane Clayton, Neil Clayton and his mother Marilla Strayer. There will be no memorial services as to Owen's wishes, but a burial at sea by the U. S. Navy. Donations in his name may be made to the Hospice Comport House, 617 Dallas, McAllen, Texas, 78577.

ELEANOR EGELHOF
Eleanor M. Egelhof, of Ennoble Manor, formerly of 1607 Garfield and 4022 Flamingo Drive, died Friday, February 2, 2007, at 2:20 a.m. at Ennoble Manor.
A memorial mass was held at Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Monday, February 5, at 10 a.m. with burial Mt. Calvary Cemetery
She was born January 26, 1926, in Kenosha, daughter of Elmer P. And Marcella M. (Neises) Gaulke.
Eleanor married Richard Hill on June 1, 1946, in Prairie du Chien. She later married Robert Egelhof on July 17, 1967, in Galena, Ill. He died on February 25, 1991. She worked for the City of Dubuque Health Department for 20 years, then at the Carnegie-Stout Public Library and eventually retired from the Waste Water Treatment Facility. She was a member of the AARP and Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
Survivors are two sons, Larry R. (Michele) Hill, Hazel Green, Paul E. (Helene) Hill, Dubuque; four step-daughters, Sandra (Glen) Bush, Freeport, Ill., Barbara (Elliot) Luke, Makawao, Hawaii, Mary Egloff, Paway, Calif., Theresa (Inok) Baravilala, Eugene, Oregon; two step-sons, Robert Egloff, Maui, Hi. and Joe (Rana) Egloff, Fairchild, Edward (Sue) Egloff, Holmen; seven grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband.
Memorials may be given to Hospice of Dubuque or the Alzheimer's Association. On-line Condolences may be left at behrfuneralhome.com

VIOLET HAMANN
Violet K. Hamann 83, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Saturday, February 3, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
She was born July 17, 1923, in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Frank and Elsie (Geisler) Welsh.
She married Harry Hamann on September 13, 1944, at St. Gabriel's Church in Prairie du Chien. He preceded her in death on April 21, 1984.
She worked at Red's Lunchroom, the Savory Café, Geisler's Blue Heaven, the Popcorn Factory and the Tobacco Factory all in Prairie du Chien. She later retired from 3M Company in Prairie du Chien after 25 years of employment.
She is survived by two sons, Robert (Donna Burgess) Hamann of Prairie du Chien and Rodney (Cindy) Hamann of Sioux City, Iowa; two daughters, Diane (Larry Trine) Hamann of Mt. Horeb, and Donna (Donald) Chamberlain of Winona, Minn.; two brothers, Harvey Welsh of Muscoda, and Loren (Gilda) Welsh of Prairie du Chien; four sisters, Evelyn (Myron) Knoble and Betty (Byron) Freymiller both of Boscobel, and Leone (Donald) Peloch and Elsie Cecka both of Prairie du Chien; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother Donald Welsh.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, February 6, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church with burial in the Calvary Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, where there will be a wake scripture at 7:30 p.m.

DANIEL VROTSOS
Daniel J. Vrotsos 79, died Friday, February 2, 2007, at University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics.
Daniel was born March 14, 1927, in Dubuque, Iowa, son of John and Elsie (Seltrecht) Vrotsos
Dan graduated from Dubuque Senior High School in 1944. During World War II he served in the occupation of Japan with the US Army.
He married Betty Wimmer on January 16, 1949, in Dubuque.
Dan was an outside salesman with Sieg Dubuque for over 40 years, retiring in 1989. He and Betty lived in Prairie du Chien for ten years, returning to Dubuque in 1970. During his time in Prairie du Chien, Dan served on the Prairie du Chien City Council, was a lay leader with the Methodist Church, and was President of the Prairie du Chien Jaycees. He was a 32nd degree Master Mason with Dubuque Lodge #3 and a member of Metropolitan Lodge #49 A.F.&A.M. He was also a member of the Dubuque High-Twelve Club #119 and Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. Dan was also a Tennessee Squire. He was a long suffering Cub fan and a fanatic Hawkeye and Packer fan.
He and Betty always enjoyed traveling together and spending time with family and friends. Their 58 year marriage was truly a partnership. In his retirement, Dan enjoyed golfing, woodworking and growing roses. He was a great dad and friend.
Surviving are his wife Betty Vrotsos of Dubuque; two daughters, Barbara (Otto Krueger) Vrotsos of Dubuque; Sue (Ric) Jones of Dubuque;Granddogs, Max and Fred; Nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Elsie Vrotsos, and three brothers, John, George and Allen Vrotsos
A Daniel Vrotsos Memorial Fund has been established.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Luke's United Methodist Church with burial in Linwood Cemtery: Flag presentation by the Dubuque Marine Corp. League. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m Tuesday at the Egelhof, Siegert and Casper Westview Funeral Home, 2659 JFK Road, and Wednesday at St. Luke's United Methodist Church from 10 a.m. until time of service. There will be a public Masonic service at 7:30 p.m.

VIRGINIA THORNTON
Virginia Thornton, 85, of Wausau, formerly of Prairie du Chien, died Thursday, January 18, 2007, at Colonial Manor Medical Rehabilitation Center in Wausau. |Virginia was born June 7, 1921 to Walter and Florance (Kellogg) Williams in Prairie du Chien. On April 4, 1938, she married Harold Thornton in Marquette, Iowa.
Virginia worked as an aide for Lori Knapp Inc., Maralton County Health Care Center also for former Ricky Zender Memorial Home. Virginia was a loving and caring woman who loved to help everyone.
She enjoyed crocheting, quilting and sewing for her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by her children Florance Beaumann, Madison, Betty Schulz, Tempe, Ariz., Dorothy (Gary) Drury, Schofield, Ronald (Bev) Thornton, Aurora, Linda (Jime) Matthews, Phoenix, Ariz., Rueben (Helen) Thornton, Aurora, Ill., Walter (Joyce) Thornton, Prairie du Chien, Bonnie (Chris) Ackerman, Glen Dale, Ariz., David (Diane) Thornton, Peoria, Ill.; 32 grandchildren; 67 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; four step brothers, Clint (Margaret) Williams, Clarence (Beverly) Williams, Richard (Mary) Williams, Edward (Carol) Williams; one sister-in-law Marge Williams. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harold; one daughter, Judy Thornton; three brothers, Walter, Merryl, Buddy Williams and three step-brothers, Rollie and Eugene William and Donald Hand.
Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 22 at Peterson/Kramer Funeral Home, Wausau.

RAYMOND SPROSTY
Raymond G. Sprosty, 84, of Eastman, passed away Friday, January 26, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born June 2, 1922, in Eastman, son of Joseph and Theresa (Phillip) Sprosty. He married Evelyn Picha on June 4, 1946, at St. Wenceslaus Church in Eastman. She preceded him in death on December 10, 1995.
He farmed in the Eastman area most of his life and served as the Eastman Township Treasurer for 35 years. He belonged to the Knights of Columbus and was an avid hunter and a patient fisherman. Ray was a wonderful example for his entire family.
He is survived by seven daughters, Judy (Gary) Becwar of Eastman, Ann (Monte) Russell of Billings, Mont., Joan (Pat) Hurda and Mary (Don) Walker both of Wauzeka, Rita (Lucien) Krahn of Prairie du Chien, Theresa (Danny) White of Lancaster, and Carol (Tim) Trautsch of Eastman; six sons, Daniel (Peggy) of Steuben, Ronald (Elaine) and Gary both of Prairie du Chien, Mark (Linda) of Gays Mills, Greg (Jenni) of Ordway, Colo. and Dale of Eastman; two brothers, Bernard Sprosty of Gays Mills, and Donald Sprosty of Rapid City, S.D.; 47 grandchildren and 55 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, four brothers, Leo, Leonard, Lawrence and Charles; three sisters, Veronica Thomas, Mary DuCharme and Margaret Munyon; two granddaughters, Philomena Sprosty and Jenny Becwar and a daughter- in-law Candy Sprosty.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Monday at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Eastman, Rev. Thomas Huff officiating, with burial in the church cemetery. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, assisted the family.

ROBERT DILLMAN
Robert G. (Bob) Dillman passed away Saturday, January 20, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born August 29, 1927, to Francis Ernest and Carrie Craig Dillman.
He was a lifelong resident of Prairie du Chien graduating from Prairie du Chien High School in 1945. He joined the United States Navy after graduation and was privileged to sing with the Yellow Jackets Choir while in service.
On June 19, 1949, he married Georgene Ferguson at the Giard Methodist Church. She preceded him in death in 1995.
Bob was a top salesman at Huebsch Chevrolet and later at WPRE Radio Station where he hosted several radio shows. He worked as sales manager at Gencor Bituma and Dillman Equipment Company where he continued to work until the spring of 2006.
Bob represented Prairie du Chien for 40 years. He was elected in 1968 to the city council he was elected nineteen times by the 6th Ward to the Crawford County Board. He served 38 years on the board, the last 34 as its chairman, the longest serving chairman in Crawford County's 189 years.
For more than fifty years, he was a member of the Prairie du Chien Kiwanis Club, the Masonic Lodge 32nd Degree Shriners and the Prairie du Chien Eagle's Club.
In addition to his distinguished record of public service, Bob will be remembered for his Dixieland Jazz music. During his high school years, he began playing at area dances. For over sixty years, he enjoyed leading various bands like the Starlighters playing his trumpet or the keyboard. He once estimated that he had played with over 150 area musicians. For most of the last 60 New Year's his loyal audiences danced the New Year in to his music. In recent years, he hosted the Bob Steele Jazz Fest named for a professional pianist who played with Bob.
Robert G. Dillman is survived by four children Jean (Mike) Calouri of Madison, Jill (Dan) Gingerich, McGregor, Sue (Mike) Jassak, Milwaukee, and Robert C. (Tina) Dillman of Lake Geneva and twelve grandchildren; Brent, Heather, Michael, Nicole, Danny, Carrie, Matthew, Elizabeth, Thomas, Samuel, Mark and Maria. He is also survived by his brothers Bruce (Pat) Dillman of Florida and Blair Dillman, Prairie du Chien as well as his friend Mary Ann Stemper, Prairie du Chien and his special nephew Brian (Jean Ann) Dillman. Many friends in Prairie du Chien and throughout Crawford County join his family who mourn the loss of this good man. He was preceded in death by his mother, Carrie Craig Dillman, his maternal grandparents who raised him, Herman and Grace Craig, his father and stepmother Francis Ernest and Lillian Dillman and his grandfather A.E. "Doc" Dillman.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to CASA would be preferred since Bob's compassion for the animals is well known.
Funeral services will be held at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard at the church at the conclusion of the Memorial service. There will be a Masonic Service by Lodge No. 8 held at The Barn Restaurant at 12:30 p.m., and an Eagles Club tribute at 12:45 p.m. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien assisted the family.
A memorial reception will be held following the service at The Barn Restaurant in Prairie du Chien. The public is invited to join Bob's family to celebrate his life.

ROY PILLARD
Roy G. Pillard, 79, of Marquette, died suddenly Sunday, January 21, 2007, at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien.
Roy was born June 14, 1927, in Marquette to George and Katherine (Hilkin) Pillard.
After he finished school he began working for the railroad and worked there until serving in the Army during WWII in Japan. Following his discharge he returned to the railroad and continued to work until his retirement.
Surviving are three sons, Mike (Diane) Pillard of Milton, Wis., Joe (Beth) Pillard of Janesville, Wis., Paul Pillard of Phoenix, Ariz.; one daughter Pam (Richard) Burzingski of Milton, Wis.; six grandchildren, Sean, Keri, Nicole, Amy, Rachel, Hannah; one great grandson, Noah. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and four brothers.
Memorial services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor with burial at a later date in Pleasant Grove Cemetery, McGregor with Military Honors.

ROBERT DAVID
Robert E. David, 83, of Prairie du Chien passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 17, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born April 25, 1923, in Prairie du Chien, son of John and Mary (Kasparek) David.
He served in the U.S. Air Force during WW II.
He began working for the Interstate Power in 1945 in several capacities including a meter reader, linesman and accountant before retiring in 1989.
He is survived by a brother Jerry (Donna) David of Necedah, and a sister Sr. Mark Marie of Elm Grove. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. John Wambach S.J. officiating, with burial in the Evergreen cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Military Rites were accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. The Garrity Funeral Home assisted the family.

RUTH SMITH
Ruth E. Smith, 74, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.
She was born September 29, 1932 in Lansing, Iowa, daughter of Ernest and Frieda (Richards) Walter.
She married Dale Smith on April 15, 1951 in Nevada, Iowa. He preceded her in death on March 16, 1995.
She was a past girl and boy scout leader. She managed the antique shop at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, Nev.
Surviving are four daughters, Lynn Conlan of Prairie du Chien, Dana Smith of Marble Falls, Texas, Carol (Brian) Parker of Virginia Beach, Va., and Vicki (Jeffrey) Rocho of Marion, Iowa; two sons, Michael (Jeanie) and Jeffrey Smith both of Las Vegas, Nev., along with 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and a brother Harold Walter.
Services were Monday at the United Methodist Church, Rev. Stuart Allen officiating with burial in the Evergreen Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home assisted the family.

EUGENE SMITH
Eugene D. Smith 67, of Prairie du Chien, passed away Thursday, January 18, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born February 26, 1939, in Sparta, son of Robert and Lylia (Anderson) Smith.
He was a graduate of Sparta High School and was active in 4H and FFA. He later received his Bachelor of Science degree from UW Madison in Agriculture Business & Industry.
He worked for Olds Seed Company of Madison, and later IMC Global Fertilizer Company for 25 years. He was later self employed for Smith Fertilizer before retiring in 2006.
He was married to Marianne Paska in December of 1964. They were later divorced.
He was a past president of the Wisconsin Fertilizer Assn. and a 32nd degree Zor Shriner. He belonged to the Zor Shriner Nomads and the Escort Patrol.
He is survived by two daughters, Brigit (Jason) Bye of Madison, and Barbara (Dale) Suchomel of Memphis, Tenn.; two brothers, Carl (Marian) Smith of Morris, Ill. and Alan (Meg) Smith of Mequon, along with five grandchildren, Jack, Natalie, Addie, Ellen and Max; two nephews, Grant and Brett Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services were Mon., at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. Memorials are preferred to the Zor Shrine of Madison.

MARIE RIPPEL
Marie E. Balistrire Rippel, 87, of Prairie du Chien passed away Sunday, January 14, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center in Prairie du Chien.
She was born March 19, 1919, in Prairie du Chien, daughter of William and Lora (Bishop) Young.
She worked at National Decorated Metals and managed the Circle Bar in Prairie du Chien. Marie also worked as a hostess and waitress in area restaurants.
She is survived by a son Charles (Deana) Balistrire of Syracuse, Utah, and two grandchildren, Candice and Charles. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Violet Graap and Charlotte Voth along with a brother Lester Hubbard.
Funeral services will be Thursday, at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. Friends may call on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home.

JOSEPH McLAIN
Joseph A. McLain, 54, of Tomah, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2007, at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Madison, after an extended illness.
He was born June 11, 1952, in Cincinnati, Ohio, son of Robert and June (Miller) McLain.
He served in the U.S. Army and later worked as a plant Superintendent for Chicago Coin. He later worked for Supreme Catering.
He is survived by two daughters, Stephanie McLain and Bianca Bumpus both of Madisonville, Kentucky; three brothers, Talbert McLain of Lynxville, Gary (Vicki) McLain of Cincinnati, Ohio and Jack McLain of Ripley, Ohio; three sisters, Karen (Donnie) Cook of Round Lake, Ill., Kim (Tony) Petri of Pt. Pleasant, Ohio and Jewell Osborne of Ripley, Ohio; six grandchildren, Shane, Lindsey, Marcus Allen, Destiny, Parker and Seth Allen along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Bobby.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, January 16, at 11 a.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home Chapel in Prairie du Chien, Rev. Billy Reames officiating, with burial in the Dickson Ridge Cemetery in Lynxville. Military Rites will be accorded by the Prairie du Chien Honor Guard. Friends may call on Monday, from 5 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home.

GARY RODMAN
Gary F. Rodman, 67, of Steuben, passed away Saturday, January 13, 2007, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital.
He was born September 8, 1939, in Manistique, Mich. son of William and Susan (Kendall) Rodman.
He married Shirley Dixon in Felch, Mich. on April 23, 1960. He worked as a contractor and did construction in the sewer and water industry in the Milwaukee area.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Shirley of Steuben; two daughters, Kellie (Dan) Robinson of West Allis, and Gina (Bill) Holtz of Muskego; a son Robert (Sue) Rodman of Milwaukee; four sisters, Barb Rodman of Newport Richey, Fla., Beverly (Don) Human of Fairborn, Ohio, Mary Thorell and Ann Marie Miller both of San Diego, Calif.; three brothers, Dick and Pat (Sally) both of Manistique, Mich. and Don (Bunny) of Visala, Calif.; eight grandchildren, Christy, James, Amanda, Cassie, Josh, Jake, Janelle and Hannah and one great-grandchild Morgan. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother James.
Gary's ideal heaven would be driving his backhoe down to the river to check the fishing lines and eating a bowl of "Bunny Tracks" ice cream. According to Gary's wishes his body will be cremated and a memorial service will be Friday, January 19, at 6 p.m. at St. Leonard's Catholic Church, W173 S. 7743 Westwood Dr., in Muskego. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 4 p.m. until the time of services. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred. The Garrity Funeral Home of Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.

ELAINE WALKER
Elaine M. "Penny" Walker, 86, of Prairie du Chien passed away Thursday, January 11, 2007, at the Prairie Maison Care Center.
She was born December 1, 1920 in Prairie du Chien, daughter of Charles and Ethel (Cherrier) Gokey.
She married Byron "Bizz" Walker in 1941. He preceded her in death in 1975.
She worked as an operator for General Telephone for many years until her retirement. She was an active member of the Eagles Club Auxiliary and was a member of the "Dingalings."
She is survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and two brothers, Robert and Wencil Gokey.
A mass of Christian Burial was Monday at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church with burial in Calvary Cemetery, both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home assisted the family.

GERALD PLOESSL
Gerald "Jerry" L. Ploessl, 77, of Bloomington, died Thursday, January 11, 2007, at his home surrounded by his loving family following a lengthy illness.
He was born April 25, 2928 in Cassville, son of Alois and Alvina (Kluesner) Ploessl.
On February 14, 1949, he married Dolores A. White at St. John's Catholic Church in Prairie du Chien.
In his early years, Jerry was a salesman and carpenter. His entrepreneurial skills led him to own and operate Ploessl Electric and later Ploessl Real Estate.
He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington; its Knights of Columbus Council #4416 and its Holy Name Society. Jerry loved Wisconsin sports, the Badgers, the Brewers, and the Packers, hunting with his sons, playing cards, watching westerns and being a Democrat. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 58 years, Dolores Ploessl, Bloomington; 10 children, Carol (Tom) Mumm, Bloomington; Peg (Doug) Vanderbilt, Prairie du Chien; Marcia (Scott) Stillwell, Bagley; Jane (Ernie) Dallam, St. Paul, Minn.; Sheri Ott (Donovan Ott), Prairie du Chien; Jerry (Laura Lucas) Ploessl, Mount Horeb; Bill Ploessl (Charlene Ploessl), Marshall; Jeff (Tara Brickson) Ploessl, Madison; Gene (Kate) Ploessl, Germantown; and Kevin (Michelle) Ploessl, Evansville; 23 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; his brothers and sisters, Ralph (Margaret) Ploessl, Lancaster; Alvera (John) Bradley, Aurora, Ill.; Mary Ann (Tony) Runde, Cuba City; Richard (Fran) Ploessl, Galesburg, Ill.; and his sister-in-law, Mary Jane (Ron) Mergen, The Villages, Fla.; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alois and Alvina Ploessl; his in-laws, Leo and Anastasia White; his sister, Alice Bierman; two brothers, Virgil and Eugene Ploessl; and a son-in-law, Jim Kolman.
Funeral services were Monday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating and burial in St. Mary's Cemetery. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington assisted the family.

RITA STOEFFLER
Rita A. Stoeffler, 50, of Mount Hope, died Tuesday, January 9, 2007, at her home after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born August 18, 1956, in Tomah, the daughter of Harry and Beatta (Barnharst) Kamrath.
On April 8, 1978, she married Joseph R. Stoeffler at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Tomah.
Rita was employed at the former PCA in Lancaster and Lancaster State Bank.  She was later employed at American Family Insurance in Boscobel. Most recently, Rita was the office manager at Kussmaul Seed Co. Since 1991, she has been the village clerk for Mount Hope.
She was a member of St. Lawrence O'Toole Catholic Church in Mount Hope. Rita was a 4H leader for over 10 years and she enjoyed helping with the Mount Hope Dairy Days parade. She enjoyed cross stitch, crafting, reading, crossword puzzles, snowmobiling, and racing. Rita loved spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Joe Stoeffler, Mount Hope; two daughters: Andrea (Matt) Mezera, Bloomington; and Kimberly Stoeffler, Mount Hope; her mother, Beatta Kamrath, Tomah; two brothers: Robert (Donna) Kamrath, Shingle Springs, Calif.; and Dale Kamrath, Tomah; her mother-in-law, Arlene Stoeffler, Mount Hope; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father; her brother, Mark Kamrath; and her father-in-law, Raymond Stoeffler.
Funeral services were held on Friday, at St. Lawrence O'Toole Catholic Church in Mount Hope with Father George Horath officiating. Burial with be in St. Lawrence O'Toole Cemetery. The Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington, assisted the family. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Rita A. Stoeffler memorial fund has been established.

AGNES TROENDLE
Agnes Ann Troendle, 84 of Spring Grove, Minn. died Sunday January 7, 2007, at her home.
She was born February 7, 1922, in New Albin Iowa, to Cornelius and Mary "May" (Wall) Hammell.
Agnes married Linus Murphy on August 24, 1943. Linus preceded Agnes in death on August 5, 1944. Agnes married Cyril Troendle on October 19, 1948.  Cyril preceded her in death on October 19, 1990. The couple farmed in Allamakee County until moving to Wilmington Township in 1956. 
Agnes was active in the National Farmers Organization, Homemakers, 4-H and was an election judge for many years.  Agnes was an active member of St. Mary's Parish in Caledonia. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grand-mother and will be greatly missed by all whose lives she touched.
Agnes is survived by her nine children, Rose (Steven) Sundem of Ramsey, Minn., Phyllis Onstad of Altura, Minn., Ronald (Monica) Troendle of Caledonia, Minn., Edward Troendle of Spring Grove, Minn., Mary (Dayne) Walker of Spring Grove, Minn., Steven (Cindy) Troendle of Moxie, Wash., Fred (Sandra) Troendle of St. Charles, Minn., Alice Furey of Frazee, Minn., and Patrick (Chris) Troendle of Lanesboro, Minn.; 21 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.  Agnes is also survived by three siblings, Margaret Blake, Mary Blake and Walter (Betty) Hammell. Agnes is preceded in death by infant sons Donald and Lawrence, and brothers John Hammell and Ray Hammell.
Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 am, Friday, January 12th at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Caledonia.  Father Gregory Leif and Father Jerry Blake will officiate, and burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in Caledonia. Visitation will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, at Holy Family Hall, adjacent to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 519 South Pine, Caledonia, where a prayer service will be at 7:30 p.m.  Friends may also call one hour prior to funeral services at the church.  Memorials may be made to Calvary Cemetery Perpetual Care. McCormick Funeral Home, Caledonia is assisting the family with arrangements. McCormick Funeral Home, 205 East Main, Caledonia, Minn. 52921 Phone 507-725-2616.

ANDREW EGGE
Andrew "Doug" Egge 81, of Prairie du Chien, died Friday, January 5, 2007, at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien following a long illness.
Doug was born September 22, 1925, in Crawford County to Andrew and Carrie (Nelson) Egge. He graduated high school in Gays Mills. He served in the Navy during WWII in the Pacific Theater.
He married Joan Pettigrew on June 25, 1949, at Perth, Ontario, Canada.
He worked in sales in Milwaukee from 1950 until moving to Ferryville in 1961. He was a route carrier for the US Postal Service until 1989. They moved to Hot Spring Village, Ark. and lived there until moving to Prairie du Chien in 1998. Doug was a lifetime member of the V.F.W. at DeSoto. He loved the outdoors, enjoyed hunting and fishing and best of all golf.
Surviving are his wife Joan; three children, Diane (David) Brudos of New Berlin, Donald (Paula) Egge of Ferryville and David (Tina) Egge of Corinth, Texas; eight grandchildren, Michael, Ryan (Michelle), Tana (Randy) Matthew, Alison, Kylie, Alexandra and Regan; one great-grandchild Hayden; one sister-in-law Dorothy Egge of Lake Placid, Fla., nieces, nephews and many friends.
Services were Monday at st. Peter Evangelical Lutheran Church in Prairie du Chien with burial in Utica Lutheran Cemetery, rural Ferryville with military honors by the DeSoto VFW Post. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien assisted the family.

ROBERT VALLEY
Robert G. Valley 78, of Prairie du Chien passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2007, at the Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in LaCrosse. He was born February 22, 1928, in Prairie du Chien, son of Earl and Leona (Weighner) Valley.
He attended St. Gabriel's Grade School and Prairie du Chien High School.
He married Helen Wetzel on November 20, 1948.
He was Retired District Manager of Wisconsin Southern Gas Company. A former Commissioner of Mississippi River Parkway Commission and Great River Road, a member of Kiwanis Club, and the Eagles Club Aerie 1502.
He is survived by his wife Helen; their seven children, Barbara J. (Paul) Dagnon, Kathleen M. Valley, Mark R. (Loral) Valley, Deborah A. (Robert) Seymour, Christine J. (Jim) Gulick, Greg A. (Cindy) Valley, Paul D. (Kathleen) Valley; three sisters, Janette (Earl) Nicholson, Virginia (Chuck) Elvert and Delores (Paul) Igou, along with 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Harold Valley.
A Mass of Christian Burial was Saturday, at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church, Rev. James Warosh S.J. officiating, with burial in the Calvary Cemetery both in Prairie du Chien. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, assisted the family. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the Prairie Catholic Schools, the Memorial Hospital Hospice Program or the Prairie du Chien Rescue Squad.

OLIVIA CLARK
Olivia Nicole Clark, 9, of Rochester, Minn. formerly of Minocqua, Wis. died on Friday December 29, at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, Wis.
Olivia was born on May 22, 1997, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Dr. Kirby and Kristin (nee Bickel) Clark.
Survivors include her parents, Dr. Kirby and Kristin Clark of Rochester, Minn. and her Sister, Abigail and by her Great Grandmother, Ruth Bickel of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; her Paternal Grandparents, Ray (Eunice) Clark of Stanley, N.C. and Maternal Grandparents: John (Mary Ellen) Bickel of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and by her Uncle, J.P. (Larisa) Bickel of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and by her Aunt; Kim (Andrew) Espana of Troy, Mich. and further survived by cousins and numerous friends.
Funeral Services were held on Tuesday January 2nd at the Bolger Funeral Home and also will have Funeral Services on Saturday January 6th at 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Rochester, Minn. with a visitation from 10 a.m. till 11 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation care of Dr. Kirby and Kristin Clark, 1128 23rd Ave., Rochester, Minn. 55902. Bolger Funeral Home of Minocqua and Woodruff, Wis. is serving the family, 715-356-3200.

DANIEL KINLEY
Daniel J. Kinley, 69, of McGregor died Friday, December 29, 2006, at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien following a long illness.
Daniel was born October 10, 1937 to Frank and Agnes (Orr) Kinley near Harpers Ferry, Iowa. He graduated from high school in Waukon.
He married Joan Meana on November 18, 1960, at Eitzen, Minn. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Joan on March 20, 2006 and brothers and sisters.
He was employed by 3-M in Prairie du Chien for many years.
He is survived by four children, Jennifer Kinley (Bill Schramm) of Marquette, Dan (Karen) Kinley of Elgin, Ill. Jeff (Tammy) Kinley and Russ (Carla) Kinley both of McGregor; seven grandchildren, Mallory, Cameron, Erin, Emily, Ellie, Brianna and Beau; one brother Adrian (Patricia) Kinley and one sister Theresa (Eugene) Mielke both of Monona, Iowa.
Services were Tuesday at St. Mary Catholic Church in McGregor with burial in St. Pius Cemetery Cherry Mound, rural Harpers Ferry, Iowa. The Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in McGregor assisted the family.

LAVERNE MEYERS
LaVerne L. Meyers, 69, of Bloomington, passed away on Saturday December 30, 2006, at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien.
He was born on January 5 1937, in Prairie du Chien, the son of Leo and Leila (Kirschbaum) Meyers.
He is survived by five sons, (Lisa) Meyers of Milton, Pat Meyers of Bloomington, John (Becky) Meyers of Prairie du Chien, Darol Meyers of Glen Haven, Robert Meyers of Glen Haven; three daughters, Missy (Michael) Stram of Prairie du Chien, Janell (Tony) Meier of Glen Haven, Kerry (John) Schnitzler of Mt. Hope; nine grandchildren; two sisters, Violet (Jerry) Johnson of Bloomington, Eileen (Marv) Schutz of Crystal, Minn.; his former wife Kaye Meyers of Prairie du Chien, a brother-in- law: Hank Belling of Milwaukee. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister Margaret Belling.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2007, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Bloomington. Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial in St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery in Bloomington. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-8 p.m. at the Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien , and also at St. Mary's Catholic Church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. A Rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Garrity Funeral Home Prairie du Chien. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given to American Heart Association. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.

GEORGE STUCKEY
George Arthur Stuckey, 80, of Rockford, died at 12:50 a.m. Friday, December 29, 2006, in Swedish American Hospital.
He was born September 27, 1926, in Wauzeka, the son of George F. and Clara (Schwartz) Stuckey.
He married Eleanor Kittelson, May 31, 1952, in Milan, Minn., she died October 28, 2006.
He served in the U.S. Army. George was an agent for the Milwaukee Railroad for 42 years, retiring in 1986.
He was a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church where he was active in both the Men's Club and the Decorating Committee.
Surviving are his children, Nanette (Doug) Awe of Plainfield, Ill., Linda Jo Stuckey of Bloomington, Minn., Jeffrey (Susan) Stuckey of Naperville, and Jennifer (Milo) Johnson of Lakeville, Minn.; grandchildren, Stephanie (Dan) Montgomery of Tinley Park, Leslie (Mose) Roberts of Oak Park, and Jordan Awe of Plainfield, and Mattie, Leah and Peter Johnson of Lakeville; great-granddaughter, Lauren Montgomery.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, January 3, 2007, in Redeemer Lutheran Church, 827 16th St., Rockford, with Rev. Richard Berg officiating. Burial in Wisconsin at a later date. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday in Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., and from 10 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesday in the church. Memorials to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. To share a memory or send a condolence, visit olsonfh.com.

ROBERT HYER
Robert C. Hyer, 68, of Prairie du Chien, passed away on Tuesday January 2, 2007, at Veteran's Hospital in Tomah Wisconsin.
He was born on March 18, 1938, in Bloomington, the son of Ralph and Sylvina (Field) Hyer.
He is survived by two sons, Daniel (Brenda) Hyer of Willow Creek Mont., Steve Hyer of Prairie du Chien; two daughters Cindy Hyer of Wauzeka, Judy Robinson of Cassville; five Grandchildren; one sister, Patricia (Jake) Weaver of Bagley; his fiancée Carol Carroll of Prairie du Chien.
Following the wishes of Robert no formal services will be conducted. A private family memorial service will be conducted at a later date. The Garrity Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien is assisting the family.

JAMES HARDIN
James F. "Jim" Hardin 61, of Delmar, Iowa, died on Monday, January 1, 2007, at the Genesis Medical Center, West Campus in Davenport, Iowa.
A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, from the Faith Community Church in Maquoketa, Iowa.

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