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Lester Jacob Miller, age 99, of Waunakee passed away peacefully on Friday, October 6, 2023 at home with family. He was 2 weeks away from his 100th birthday and now gets to spend it in heaven with his wife Betty. Lester was born on October 21, 1923 in East Bristol, Wisconsin. He was the son of Herbert and Dora (Goetzinger) Miller. As a young man he worked on the family farm until moving to Waunakee in 1936. He served in the U.S. Navy Seabees from 1945-1946. He worked for Carl F. Statz for 48 years as a mechanic until retirement in 1988. Lester married the love of his life Elizabeth (Betty) Speth on October 25, 1949. They were blessed with 68 years of marriage and 7 children. Les was a...

John R. "Jack" Young, of Waunakee, formerly of Wausau and Rhinelander, WI, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 21, 2023 at the age of 95. Jack was born in Milwaukee on June 15, 1928 to the late Clarence and Helen (Bentz) Young. While in Wausau, he worked for Butler Paper Company and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church. In 1989, he retired and moved to Rhinelander where he became active in County Government and was Chairman of Crescent Township. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golfing and playing pool with his friends. Jack was an avid sports fan and especially loved watching the Green Bay Packers and WI Badgers. Jack was always a social and happy man and will be...

Susan (Sue) Geishirt, age 88, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2023. She was born, in Madison, on June 3, 1935 to Frank and Julianna Schmelzer Rodenschmit, and passed away on August 3, 2023 at the age of 88. She grew up on the family dairy farm in Cross Plains and graduated from Middleton High School. She married Elmer Geishirt on June 20, 1959 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Cross Plains. They lived in Madison, DeForest and moved to Waunakee in 1974, which became their permanent home. Sue was the ultimate homemaker, sewing the kids' clothes, cooking, baking, and managing the household. Her homemade brownies, rhubarb custard pie and Thanksgiving stuffing were famous among her...

Adalyn "Ada" Rose Swenson, age 5, passed away on July 22nd, 2023 while being snuggled by her parents after a 14-month battle with leukemia. Ada stormed into this world on June 8th, 2018 to proud parents Joel and Tami (Clark) Swenson. She was always ready for rambunctious fun with her older brother Oliver and thrilled to dote on her baby sister Eleanor "Ellie". Ada's capacity to love others, curiosity, laughter, unrivaled desire to play, and feisty spunk were adored by her family, friends, daycare teachers, and the many medical professionals who knew her. She was a joy to be around. Although her time may have been short, her love and light will shine forever. Ada's favorite activities...

On Tuesday, June 13, 2023, Susan J. Dorscheid (Campbell) loving wife and mother of two boys, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at the age of 61. We lost her much sooner than any of us would like. Susan was born in Sauk City on May 17, 1962 to Edward (Bud) and Bernie Campbell. Sue graduated from Sauk Prairie High School in 1980. She attended University of Wisconsin-Stout for one semester for Textiles Design and graduated from Madison Area Technical College in 1983 for Computer Programming. On May 3, 1986 she married Leslie (Les) Dorscheid and they were blessed with 37 wonderful years of marriage. They lived in Madison, Sun Prairie and currently reside in Waunakee. Sue and Les were...

Eileen Esther Thompson, age 82 of Waunakee Wisconsin passed away peacefully on 6/3/2023 at Sylvan Crossings. She was born on 6/24/1940 in Allegan Michigan, the daughter of Raymond and Esther Ellis. She married Thomas Thompson Jr. on 3/14/1964 in River Park, Indiana. Eileen graduated from Allegan High School and continued her education at Anderson College and then Indiana University for Psychology. In the 1980s she returned to school to further her education in computer programming where she then proceeded to work in the banking technology industry for 15 years. After having her fill of technology, Eileen returned to school once again to become a licensed Esthetician and continued serving...

Dorothy A. Mansfield died on April 7, 2023. She passed away peacefully at Homestead Care Center in Waunakee after a long struggle with dementia. Dorothy spent the majority of her work years as an outstanding teacher in the California School system. It was there she met the man she loved - -a fellow teacher, Bill Mansfield. They married and enjoyed many years together. Before Bill died, he recognized that Dorothy was showing the beginning signs of dementia. He had a heart-to-heart talk with his brother, Jack, and simply said: "will you take care of her for me?" Within the year, Bill died, and Jack and his wife, Betty, traveled to California to do what Bill had asked him to do. Dorothy (and...

Dorothy A. Mansfield died on April 7, 2023. She passed away peacefully at Homestead Care Center in Waunakee after a long struggle with dementia. Dorothy spent the majority of her work years as an outstanding teacher in the California School system. It was there she met the man she loved - -a fellow teacher, Bill Mansfield. They married and enjoyed many years together. Before Bill died, he recognized that Dorothy was showing the beginning signs of dementia. He had a heart-to-heart talk with his brother, Jack, and simply said: "will you take care of her for me?" Within the year, Bill died, and Jack and his wife, Betty, traveled to California to do what Bill had asked him to do. Dorothy (and...

Duane K. Somerville, 91, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023 at Agrace HospiceCare, Fitchburg. He was born August 21, 1931, the son of Robert Earl and Ruth Mae (Glennie) Somerville. Duane grew up on a North Bend, Wisconsin farm. He attended the Mill Creek School in North Bend and graduated from Melrose High School in 1949. After a short employment, he joined the U.S. Army in January of 1951. He took basic training in California, served two years in Panama, then spent a year at Ft. Carson, Colorado. In January of 1955 Duane joined the U.S. Air Force. He served 21 months in Australia, served two terms in Vietnam, served 18 months in Panama, then Germany. After serving 20 years, Duane retired...

Louann J. Zibell passed away Saturday February 11, 2023 at 89 years old surrounded by family after long battle with cancer. Louann was born January 6, 1934, to Selma and George Spaanem, proud second-generation Norwegian farmers. She grew up with her younger brother Arlen in Mount Vernon, WI. She married Roland Zibell on May 31, 1952, in Daleyville, WI. Together they managed a thriving dairy and tobacco farm in Deerfield, WI. While on the farm, she tended to the needs of their children, shared the work in the fields, and was known for her generous, kind, and welcoming spirit. After her husband passed away in 1985, she relinquished her interest in the farm and transitioned to her next...

Louann J. Zibell passed away Saturday February 11, 2023 at 89 years old surrounded by family after long battle with cancer. Louann was born January 6, 1934, to Selma and George Spaanem, proud second-generation Norwegian farmers. She grew up with her younger brother Alen in Mount Vernon, WI. She married Roland Zibell on May 31, 1952, in Daleyville, WI. Together they managed a thriving dairy and tobacco farm in Deerfield, WI. While on the farm, she tended to the needs of their children, shared the work in the fields, and was known for her generous, kind, and welcoming spirit. After her husband passed away in 1985, she relinquished her interest in the farm and transitioned to her next...

Marcel John Ripp, age 92, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022 at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison. Marcel was born in Dane on August 31, 1930 to the late Mathias "Math" and Odelia "Tillie" (Meinholz) Ripp. He was a veteran having been drafted to the U.S. Navy from 1956 - 1957 and assigned to Aircraft Carrier USS Valley Forge. When drafted, he had to sell his machinery and all animals within 2 weeks. Upon his return, he returned to farming in Lodi. Marcel was united in marriage to Marjorie Richards on April 12, 1958, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Madison. He was a member of the Dane American Legion Post 503, Badger Steam and Gas Engine Club, and a lifelong member of the Knights of...

Carolyn Monthey, age 76, of Middleton, Wisconsin, passed away on October 23rd, 2022. Carolyn was born to parents Sidney and Mildred (Hundt) Seidner, on July 18th, 1946, in Portage, Wisconsin. She graduated from Portage High School and attended Madison Business College. She then worked for Wheeler, VanSickle, Day and Goodman law firm in Madison as an executive secretary and St Benedict's Center in Middleton. She was highly regarded for her work ethic, sharp mind, impressive shorthand, typing speed and all-around ability to keep track of everyone and everything while simultaneously juggling at least 4-5 other tasks! She later went on to co-own several businesses and franchises together...

Sun Prairie WI- Donald (Don) Robert Wallace, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer's at Crossings Memory Care in Sun Prairie WI. He was born on December 30, 1932, in Appleton WI, the son of Harvey and Lucille (Ludwig) Wallace. Don married Nancy (Zimmerman) on December 18, 1954, in Appleton WI. He served in the US Army from 1953-1956. After his time in the military, Don and Nancy later made Madison WI home where he attended University of Wisconsin- Madison. Don worked for Baird for 25 years before he retired in his career from Piper Jaffrey in 2005. Don served his community and was an active volunteer for the United Way and the American...

Sun Prairie WI- Donald (Don) Robert Wallace, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, after a long battle with Alzheimer's at Crossings Memory Care in Sun Prairie WI. He was born on December 30, 1932, in Appleton WI, the son of Harvey and Lucille (Ludwig) Wallace. Don married Nancy (Zimmerman) on December 18, 1954, in Appleton WI. He served in the US Army from 1953-1956. After his time in the military, Don and Nancy later made Madison WI home where he attended University of Wisconsin- Madison. Don worked for Baird for 25 years before he retired in his career from Piper Jaffrey in 2005. Don served his community and was an active volunteer for the United Way and the American...

Dorothy Theresa Walsh (Dottie Schubis) passed peacefully at the Monroe Hospital Hospice in Monroe, WI, on Sept 7, 2022. The Lord called her home after a day of quiet comfort with her children and grandchildren, spent outside under a blue sky with birds singing and gentle breezes. Dottie was born December 19th, 1932 in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, New York City to Agnes Ciesinska (Schubis) and Sigmund Przybyszewski (Ziggy Schubis). She met John (Jack) Evangelist Walsh at a party in 1956 and were married 6 months later; staying together for 58 years until Jack's passing. They raised four children together while living in Dumont, New Jersey then they settled in Monroe for the next thirty years....

Oriette Hickman, age 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday June 5, 2022, at Attic Angels households. She was born on December 28, 1930, in Ridgeway, Iowa, the daughter of Oliver & Emma (Albertson) Hellen. She married Donald Hickman on January 31, 1957, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Oriette grew up on a farm near Decorah, Iowa. Her father Oliver passed away when she was only 11 years old. Oriette attended Luther College and had fond memories of the friendships she made while at school. Oriette and Don raised three children along with the help of her mother Emma. Oriette was a proud homemaker who loved caring for and nurturing her family. After her children were grown, she enjoyed...

Marian J. O'Connell passed away on June 2, 2022 in Madison, WI. She was born on Dec 26, 1933, along with her twin sister Marilyn, in Minneapolis, MN. to Tracy and Anna Page. In addition to Marilyn, Marian had 3 other sisters (Jean, Carol, and Nancy) and one brother (Tracy). Marian grew up in Minneapolis, but many of her summers were spent on Clam Lake, WI. at her family's cabin where she enjoyed swimming and playing with her family and friends. She attended college at the University of Minnesota and graduated with a teaching degree in Home Economics in 1956. Early on, Marian developed a passion for the outdoors. This was enhanced while working in Yellowstone National Park during the...

Gliceria "Sing" Fuller, our loving matriarch, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2022 at Brookdale Memory Care in Middleton Wisconsin. Her passion for life spanned five generations. She married James M. Fuller on June 6,1946, while he was stationed in the Philippines. They left the Philippines in 1948 to start their new life in Lodi, Wisconsin where they raised their three daughters and later moved to Baraboo. Sing achieved whatever she set her mind to and had an extraordinary work ethic. She received her US Citizenship in 1950 and was an American patriot and member of the Women's Auxiliary. She believed all people should be respected and have their voices heard. Sing enjoyed spending time...

Deborah Marie Yoder, age 58, passed away unexpectedly on May 10, 2022. She was born in Dubuque, Iowa on March 18,1964 to Lawrence and Charlotte (Freiburger) Hansen. She grew up in Dubuque surrounded by loving family and friends, and graduated from Dubuque Senior High School. She attended classes at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, where she met her future husband, Jim Yoder, at a restaurant where they both worked. They got married October 24, 1986, and were inseparable after that. They enjoyed watching movies, reading books together, and observing life. Debbie worked her whole life as a cosmetologist, and among other talents, specialized in hair extensions and insertions. She worked...