James M. Olson Jr., 41, a lifelong resident of the Lake Geneva area, died Friday February 19, 2021 in Kenosha, WI.James Michael Olson Jr. was bornin Burlington, WI on October 30, 1979 the son of James M. and Carol (Marovich) Olson Sr. He graduated from Badger High School with the class of 1997.James enjoyed playing his guitar and listening to heavy metal music.He spent many happy hours fishing at Land "O" Lakes, WI.His happiest hours were spending time with his niece Desna. He also loved to paint and draw. James is survived by: his mother Carol Olson of Lake Geneva, his maternal grandmother Genevieve "Nee Nee" Dobay of Lake Geneva, WI, his sister Jenna Olson of Lake Geneva and his niece...

There will be a chapel service for Stanislawa on Saturday February 27th, 2021 at 11:00am at Mary Hill Cemetery in Niles, Illinois. For more information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com.

Jerry, beloved husband of Sharon Schultz (n?e Kwiatkowski), died unexpectedly February 16, @ home in Lake Geneva Wi. He was preceded in death by his mother, Phyllis Schultz. Jerry was the loving father of Molly Pederson (Kirk), Bob Schultz (Anne), and Cate Battin(John) and the doting grandfather of Will and Edy Battin. Jerry loved the Packers, Cubs, Bucks and Marquette Golden Eagles. Sailing was his passion, thoroughly enjoying the Roomers sailboats that he shared with his wife, on Lake Geneva, Lake Michigan and the Pacific Ocean while living in San Diego. He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Jerry will be so missed by his many friends and family. To post an online condolence please...

Jerry was born in Milwaukee on January 16, 1943. He was devoted to his mother, Phyllis, and a loving, affectionate big brother to Kathy. His most treasured childhood memories were the many carefree days driving their prized Chris Craft on Pewaukee Lake, impressing everyone with his waterskiing talents. Jerry graduated from Bay View High School in 1961 and briefly served as a cook in the U.S. Army reserves. Jerry moved to Lake Geneva in 1967 where he established himself as one of the town's best car salesmen. His civic engagement included membership in the Lions Club and Jaycees, and a multiyear stint as the town Santa Claus. He was an active member of St. Francis de Sales Church and...

Service be held on 02/27/2021 11:00pm at St. Francis De Sales Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on 02/26/2021 from 5:00pm till 7:00pm in the main chapel of Derrick Funeral Home in Lake Geneva.

Gene Kimmet (Eugene Francis) was born in Lima, Ohio in 1925 to Emma Marie (Zerbst) and William Martin Kimmet.He married Gloria May Everett, also of Lima, Ohio, in 1950 and they had a son and a daughter.He attended Bluffton College in Ada, Ohio and later received a bachelor of arts degree from Ohio Northern University.In 1964 he moved with his family to the Cleveland, Ohio area where he earned a Master's Degree in Economics from Case Western Reserve University in 1968.He taught Economics at Lorraine County Community College in Elyria, Ohio for two years before moving to Elgin, Illinois and teaching at William Rainy Harper College in Palatine, Illinois.He was chair of the Economics Department...

Charles Riess Jr., died February 12, 2021. Son of the late Charles "Bud" and Lois Riess Sr. Brother of: Mike (Janet), Brian, and Gerry Riess and Andrea (Sean) Ross, Uncle and great-uncle of: Mickey (Jeannine), Angela (Steven), Susan (Mike, Tina, Jessica (Tom), Jimi, Johnny, Dylan, Trent, Angelo, Ryan, Aiden, Breanna, Greyson, Jackson, Piper and the late Cheryl. Memorial services will be private.To sign the on-line guest registry go to:www.derrickfuneralhome.com

There are no services planned at this time for Richard. To post an online condolence please www.derrickfuneralhome.com. Derrick Funeral Home of Lake Geneva is assisting Richards family.

The time- 4:43 a.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021:The Lord beckoned Elaine to her eternal home in Heaven.A beating heart larger than her natural being came to rest in the arms of her loving Father.At rest, finally, and with a peace of God that surpasses our understanding. Elaine was born April 8, 1942 to Jerome and Ann Butterfield at their home in Smithfield, RI.She is preceded in death by her parents and older brother Hub.She left behind living brothers Bruce, Jerry, and Doug, and her husband Doug and son Michael.Her loving calling was to help and serve, which she tirelessly accomplished all of her life.She gave of herself wherever needed, and above all, serving the wishes of her Lord and...

Saundra C. Elliott, 76, of Lake Geneva, WI, died of cancer on Friday January 15, 2021 at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center in Elkhorn, WI. The former Saundra C. Jontz was born in Marshalltown, IA on October 18, 1944 the daughter of the late Charles and Lois (Bach) Jontz.On June 14, 1969 in Newton, IA she was united in marriage to her best friend and life partner James (Jim) Elliott. She was accomplished in business and banking and had worked for many years as the manager of Walworth State Bank.Saundra was a strong and loyal woman. She was never afraid to give her opinion on any subject.She loved animals of every kind.Her greatest love was for her grandchildren that she spoiled at every chance...

Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Derrick Funeral Home. Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Saturday January 16, 2021 at Saint Francis deSales Catholic Church in Lake Geneva. www.derrickfuneralhome.com.

Shirley A. Gorz, 85, of the Lake Geneva area passed away on January 1, 2021. Born Shirley A. Conwell to the late William and Mildred Conwell in Pittsburg, PA. Shirley is survived by three children: Debbie Wise of Speedway, Indiana, Linda (Larry) Davis of St. Petersburg, Florida, and Cheryl Bogard of Lake Geneva, WI.9 grandchildren: Edward Bogard, Kim (Cody) Pillman, Joseph (Mimi) Tudyk, Sarah Tudyk, Racheal Wise, Mathew Davis, Emma Davis, ad Timothy Bogard and 2 great grandchildren: Amelia and Claire Pillman all survive Shirley. Services for Shirley will be held on Thursday January 7th, 2020 at 4:00pm at Como Community Church.Visitation will be held from 3:00pm till the time of service...

In the comfort of her home alongside her husband and children, Judith Anne Miskie (nee Krebs), peacefully entered eternal life on December 30, 2020. Born in Oak Park, Illinois on September 21, 1943, she was the daughter of Kenneth and Hazel Krebs. Her early life was spent in Illinois attending Lyons Township High school and Illinois State University earning her Bachelors degree in Elementary Education. Growing up, her summers were spent at a small family cottage in the highlands of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. It was in the Lake Geneva area where she met the love of her life Scott Miskie and they were united in marriage on August 19, 1972 at St. Francis Church. Scott and Judy spent their early...

Susan "Susie" M. Hatch, 85, of Williams Bay, Wisconsin died on December 25, 2020 at Journey Care Center in Barrington, Illinois. Susie was born on August 13, 1935 in Oak Park, IL the fourth daughter of William & Myfanwy (Jones) Watts. She graduated from Lake Geneva High School in 1954. She married Seymour Allen Hatch of Lake Geneva, WI in 1955.Susie was a longtime resident of William Bay, Wisconsin. Susie issurvived by her 3 children, Peter (Kathleen), Bonnie (Erik) Fisher, and Cindy (Robert) Wegener; seven grandchildren: Kelly, Melly, Jason, Tripper, Heather, Phil and Maria. Seven great-grandchildren: Odette, Grayson, Skye, Mackenzie, Jason, Sterling, and Isabel. Her sisters: Phyllis...

Marilyn G. Bielski, 90, of Lake Geneva died peacefully on December 6, 2020 at Arbor Village in Lake Geneva. She was born Marilyn Gloria Gloss in Chicago, Illinois on June 11, 1930 to the late William and Martha (Gloss) Kadloboski. Marilyn's love of life radiated to everyone that knew her! She had a passion for music, specifically the piano. Marilyn's mother bought her a baby grand piano in 1939 at the age of nine that she played beautifully.Marilyn taught yoga to other women in the 1970s and practiced every day.She loved to cook and taught her children all of her cooking secrets.She also loved the library!She worked in the Gary public school system as a secretary at Kennedy King Middle...

Charles Robert "Rob" Eastburg Jr.,50, of Lake Geneva, WI, died Thursday December 3, 2020 in Lake Geneva.He was born in Galesburg, IL onAugust 20, 1970 the son of Charles R. and Linda (Vancil) Eastburg Sr.He graduated from Badger High School in Lake Geneva in 1988.He attended college in Waukesha and Milwaukee.He worked at Roundy's Distribution Center in Oconomowoc, WI for over 20 years.He was an avid Chicago Bears fan and enjoyed the company and antics of his dog, Sammy. Rob is survived by: his parents, Charles and Linda Eastburg Sr. of Burlington WI and his sister Carrie Pinkston of Peoria, IL. There will be a Gathering of Friends Wednesday December 16, 2020 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m....

Ashley Forrest Hammerstad-Smith, 29, of Edgerton, WI passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on November 29, 2020 at Agrace Hospice Hospital in Janesville, WI. Ashley was born in Elkhorn, WI on August 11, 1991, the daughter of Karen Harrington (Smith) and Bert Hammerstad. Ashley attended Elkhorn Area High School and graduated in 2010 from Woodland High School in Fairfax after moving to Oklahoma. She went on to attend Northern Oklahoma College in Tonkawa, OK. Ashley enjoyed creative writing, movies, music and reading fantasy stories. She was sweet, loving and courageous. Ashley is survived by her mother, Karen Harrington; her father Bert Hammerstad; and her siblings...

Richard L. Kieszkowski, 62, of Lake Geneva, WI died Wednesday November 25, 2020 at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee.Richard was born in Chicago, IL on December 8, 1957 the son of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Derro) Kieszkowski.OnFebruary 14, 1983 in Chicago he was united in marriage to the former Pamela Sandacz.He had worked for the United States Postal Service as a Mailman for many years. Rich was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elkhorn, WI.He was a 4thDegree member and Past Grand Knight of Knights of Columbus Council 3464 in Elkhorn and Chief Counselor of the Young Squires.He was Den Leader for Cub Scout Pack 239 and Assistant Cubmaster of Pack 233.He was Assistant...

David B. Markham, 68, of Kenosha, WI, formerly of Lowville, NY passed away Wednesday November 18, 2020 at his home in Kenosha.David Bruce Markham was born in Lowville, NY on December 12, 1951 the son of the late Claron and Doris (Cummings) Markham. David was a fun-loving man who enjoyed being with friends and family, playing golf and having a good time.He was a big fan of science fiction, and always had a story to tell.Dave loved making other people smile, and had a signature laugh that was contagious to those around him.He was a good friend, and made them wherever he traveled.Anyone who knew Dave, knew that his proudest moments were when he became a dad, and lived his life for his...

Services will be held on Friday November 13th, 2020 at 6:00pm at Derrick Funeral Home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.Visitation will be held from 4:00 till the time of service on Friday. For further information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com

Jean Casciaro, age 86, of Fontana, WI died peacefully surrounded by her loving family on November 1, 2020. Jean was born in Chicago, IL on September 14, 1934 to Edwin and Helen Murray . She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She treasured her family and was fondly called "gigi" by her grandchildren. Jean was an accomplished golfer and a long time member of Big Foot Country Club, Fontana, WI. She resided in Naples, FL and Fontana, WI. Jean was proceeded in death by the love of her life, Ralph A. Casciaro. She is survived by her daughters Dr. Karen (Dr. Graham Woodward) Casciaro, Kimberly (Randy) Roggensack, her sons Gregory (Kathleen) Casciaro, Ralph (Lidia)...