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Harold E. Lanzendorf, age 87, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021, at Meriter Hospital. He was born on June 18, 1934, in Poynette, the son of Ervin and Alice (Pulsfus) Lanzendorf. Harold graduated from Lodi High School. He married Mary Lanzendorf on March 2, 1957, in Madison. Harold worked as a Foreman for City of Madison until his retirement in 1990. He was a member of the Elks and Mendota Gridiron Club. Harold was an avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed fishing, snowmobiling, yardwork, meticulously caring for his cars, Wisconsin sports - hockey, basketball, football, and the Packers, but enjoyed most watching his grandkids sporting events. Harold is survived by his wife, Mary; daughter,...

Mark Krummen, age 61, of Cottage Grove, passed away on Monday, June 28, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1:30 p.m. until 5 p.m., with a service at 2 p.m., on Friday, July 2, 2021. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

Elaine L. Kurt died on Sunday, June 27, 2021, at St. Mary's Care Center in Madison, Wis. She was born on May 1, 1931, in Spring Green, Wis., to Joseph and Alma (Gruber) Ruetten. Elaine graduated from River Valley High School. She was married on Sept. 4, 1952, to Francis Kurt in Spring Green. Elaine and Francis farmed many years on the Kurt family farm in Dane. She also worked at Bushnell Jewelry Store in Lodi, Wis. Elaine and Francis shared a love for dancing to polka music. She is fondly remembered for her sense of humor and her pranks. Elaine enjoyed bingo, playing cards, and many years of collecting Precious Moments' figurines. She was a member of St. Michael's, St. Patrick's and...

Robert Wayne "Bob" Baxter, age 89, of Lodi, passed away on Saturday, June 26, 2021, at Divine Rehab and Nursing in Lodi. He was born on Aug. 29, 1931, in Madison, the son of William and Edith (Lippitt) Baxter. Bob married Margaret Swinehart on Dec. 11, 1954, in Madison. Bob proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. After serving his country, he drove truck for Gardner Bakery. He retired as a diesel mechanic from Neuendorf Trucking. Dad's garage was always open to the kids in the neighborhood. He was there to lend a hand or to fix and overhaul cars. Bob was always up for a Sunday drive to visit family and friends. Bob is survived by his daughter, Cheryl (Kevin...

Shirley Ann Larson, age 81, was called home to her heavenly father on Friday, June 25, 2021, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on Dec. 13, 1939, in Madison, the daughter of Lyman and Laurine (Cline) Hahn Sr. Shirley began her career as a CNA at Lodi Good Samaritan where she took great pride in helping others. She did this for many years before transitioning into a career in manufacturing making cabinets for hospitals and clinics. She finished off her career as a custodian employed with the Reedsburg Public Schools until her retirement. Shirley had a variety of interests including tending both her vegetable and flower gardens, bird watching, canning and baking, attending dinner shows...

Norman David "Norm" Flynn, age 79, of Monona, died unexpectedly at home on Friday, June 4, 2021. Norman was born on July 19, 1941, in La Crosse, Wis., to Irene (Polodna) and Percy Flynn. He attended La Crosse Aquinas High School, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. On June 6, 1964, he and Susan Ann Romanski were married in Wisconsin Rapids, Wis. They both worked as English teachers at La Crosse Aquinas High School early in their careers. They moved to Madison, Wis., in 1967, and Norm was a speech teacher and award-winning debate coach at Monona Grove High School. In 1970, Norm left teaching to enter the real estate profession joining Munz...

Theresa Magdelina Schroeder (Kruchten) died on Saturday, May 29, 2021, at her home. She was born on March 23, 1930, on a farm in the town of Berry, near Cross Plains, Wis., to Mary (Maier) and Joseph Kruchten. Her mother died when she was young, and she helped her beloved sister Ann take on the household duties. She was united in marriage to Henry "Hank" J. Schroeder on May 5, 1949. Theresa and Hank ran/managed the family farm and successfully raised 8 children. Theresa taught herself to sew at a young age, a passion that followed her through her adult life making beautiful clothes for her family and friends. She made her own wedding dress as well as most of the dresses for her...

MADISON - James Raymond Tollers, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, at Oakwood Village West. He was born a triplet on Sept. 19, 1942, in Superior, Wis., the son of Rudolph and Opal (Jodell) Tollers. James was a member of Lutheran Church of the Living Christ, an usher at the Civic Center, a proud Cub Scout leader and a Mason. He loved to travel all over the country, liked fishing, archery and playing cards, and enjoyed outdoor sports. James was a weaver and a potter. Having a knack for growing tomatoes, he was widely known at Oakwood as the "tomato man." What he loved most about his pottery, weaving and growing of tomatoes was that he always had something to give to people. He...

MADISON, Wis. / PLATTEVILLE, Wis - Anthony "Tony" Worachek died in the early morning on Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at UW Hospital following health problems that rapidly escalated in a matter of weeks. Known as Tony to his loved ones, he was a father, husband, family member and valued friend who could be counted on to contribute his sarcastic take and crooked grin to most situations. Underneath his humor was a genuine care for other people, a good heart, and a desire to do his part to make things better. Tony was proud of his home and family. He enjoyed gardening with his two sons, Jack and Michael, and taking them out to lunch at Buffalo Wild Wings even as toddlers. He passed on to his kids...

Dorothy B. Stoltenberg, age 87, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 15, 2021 with family by her side. She was born on November 27, 1933, in Leeds, WI, the daughter of Alfred and Bernice (Paske) DeGroff. Dorothy was baptized and confirmed in Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Leeds, WI and was a lifelong active member of the church, having belonged to the Dorcas Society and teaching Sunday School for over 45 years. Dorothy attended country school near her Grandpa Paske's farm and graduated in 1951 from Poynette High School. On May 23, 1953, she married James C. Stoltenberg at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death in 1985. Dorothy was an avid gardener,...

Gregory William "Greg" Ayers, beloved to all who knew him, died on Friday, May 14, 2021, at home following an unusually long, brave fight with ALS. Greg was born in Hazel Green, Wis., the youngest son of William Frederic Ayers and Joan Elaine Ayers. The family soon moved to Lodi, Wis., where Greg graduated from Lodi High School. He went on to study Diesel Engineering at MATC. Highly regarded at the top of his field, he finished his career as a proud Field Service Leader at Diesel Forward in Windsor, Wis., where he was supported by all and continued to work after his 2014 ALS diagnosis. Greg's courage in facing his disease was remarkable to all who knew him. He was fortunate to be able to...

MADISON - The Viking Pirate began his next great voyage on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, from his most recent port of call in Madison, Wis. "Valhalla, I am coming." This son of Norway and Eagle Scout started his earthly voyage in Eau Claire, Wis. on May 17, 1949, which coincided with the 135th anniversary of Norwegian Independence. Warren attended the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, majoring in accounting and philosophy, the combination of which set the course for the many causes to which he became committed later in life. A founding partner of LaCrosse Computer Systems, he helped bring the Wisconsin medical community into the digital age during the 1980s. In addition to his love for...

Matthew Lowell Disrud, 34, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 ultimately ending his long battle with mental health challenges and addiction. He was born on December 28, 1986 and was living in Lodi at the time of death. Matt graduated from Lodi High School in 2005 alongside many friends, all who saw his compassion and love for others. His loveable personality and that smile of his stole the hearts of anyone who surrounded him, from the moment he was born through his adult years. Matt was known to adore his mom, always showing her how much he loved her by jumping out from around the corner to check her heart strength, to rubbing his hands down her face. His dad was the role...

WAUNAKEE - Norbert W. Bernards, age 79, of Waunakee, passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021, at St Mary's Hospital. He was born on March 30, 1942, in Town of Springfield, Wis., the son of Andrew and Adelaide (Wagner) Bernards. Norbert was born and raised on the family farm in Ashton Corners. He attended Middleton High School. Norbert married Wilma Johnson on June 8, 1963. They celebrated 51 years of marriage before her passing in 2015. He was employed as a landscaper for Watts Landscaping for over 25 years and then began working with the Dane County Highway Department and retired from Dane County Parks in 2005. Norbert was a hard worker and very humble man throughout his life. His...

Wanda Kathryn Sonnentag, Middleton, formerly of Janesville, passed away peacefully at St. Mary's Hospital on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at the age of 86. She was born on June 7, 1934, in Janesville to Floyd and Beatrice Smith (Tewalt). She graduated from Janesville High School on June 4, 1953, and was employed in the office at the General Motors Plant and later worked as a title searcher for Modern Abstract and Title. She married James W. Sonnentag on June 16, 1951. They were together for 54 years until Jim's death in 2005. The musically talented young couple created a local band known as The Tiny Kay Orchestra. The name came from Wanda's petite four-foot ten inch stature. However, due...

- Paul Joseph Viney Jr., of McFarland, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, surrounded by his immediate family, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg, after a very short battle with a rare liver cancer. He was born on July 1, 1934, on the family farm in Belleville, Wis., the nineth of ten children, to Paul A. and Millie R. (Colney) Viney. Paul met his future bride, Myrna Mae Graffin, in 1952, while dancing at Turner Hall in Madison through her sister-in-law, Marybelle (Viney) Helgestad. They were married on July 9, 1955, at McFarland Lutheran Church where he was a member. Paul was raised on the family farm and graduated from Belleville High School in 1952. He started farming near Myrna's...

Richard E. Skyles, Middleton, formerly of Janesville, died peacefully at Attic Angel Place on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. A memorial service will be held at FIRST CONGREGATIONAL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 54 S. Jackson St., Janesville, at 12 p.m. on Thursday, June 24, 2021, with the Rev. Dr. Tanya Sadagopan presiding. A visitation will be held at the church following the service until 2 p.m. on Thursday. Face masks and social distancing will be required. A private family graveside service was held at an earlier date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave (608) 831-6761

Richard E. Skyles, Middleton, formerly of Janesville, died peacefully at Attic Angel Place on Wednesday, April 21, 2021. He was born in Des Moines, Iowa, on April 2, 1920, to Walter and Florence (Clements) Skyles and recently celebrated his 101st birthday. He graduated from Glenwood High School, Iowa, in 1938 where he received all-state recognition in football and basketball. He attended UW Whitewater, received a B.A. degree from Western Michigan University, a M.A. degree from the University of Michigan and completed additional post graduate work at Michigan State University. He was a proud U.S. Marine Corps veteran, serving in the Pacific theater during World War II. He married Joan...

MADISON, Wis. - Mary Beth (Todd) Johnson, age 80, of Madison, died on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Evansville Manor Nursing Home in Evansville, Wis. She was born on July 10, 1940, in Burlington, Iowa, the daughter of Milford Mehaffy and Margaret Ethel (Cummings) Todd. Mary Beth graduated from Morning Sun High School in 1958. She married Keith Edwin Johnson on March 22, 1958. Mary Beth helped Keith and raised their three children on the family farm. After they sold the farm, they moved to Wapello, Iowa, and opened the Hawk's Nest. Later, they moved to Madison to help their son run a Madison business and to be closer to their children and grandchildren. She also worked at the Marriott...

- Ernest L. "Ernie" Bollinger, age 86, of Monona, passed away on Monday, April 12, 2021, at Oak Park Place. He was born on July 26, 1934, in Burt, Iowa, the son of Emil and Selma (Busse) Bollinger. Ernie graduated from Avoca High School in 1952 and joined the U.S. Army in 1953. He married Virginia Martin on Oct. 3, 1959. Ernie worked for MG&E for 36 years, before retiring. He was very involved in the Monona community. Ernie coached Monona Pewee Football and was a board member for about 40 years. He also played and umpired for Monona softball. Ernie was a member of the Monona Fire Department for 29 years and served as captain. One of Ernie's highlights was driving the old fire...

John K. Stevenson, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on April 13, 1938, in Madison, the son of Kenneth and Agnes (Ulvestad) Stevenson. John graduated from Lodi High School in 1956. He is a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard and proudly served our country from 1957-1963. On April 23, 1960, he married Dorothy Richards at the Dane Immanuel United Church of Christ. Together they owned and operated the family farm in rural Dane that has been in John's family since April, 1880. He was the fourth generation to farm the land and he proudly passed the farm to his son, John, the fifth generation. In the latter part of his working life, he was a...