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William "Bill" Trester, 81, of the Lake Geneva area passed away at his home on July 23, 2021. Bill was born on October 30th, 1939, to the late Glen and Ann (Altabello) Trester on October 30th, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois.Bill graduate from St. Phillips High School in Chicago.After High School Bill became a Pipe Fitter with Local 597 in Chicago and was a proud member. Bill was part of the coffee clutch at the Lake Geneva McDonalds.You could find him there in the mornings with the rest of the group.Bill was a fantastic marksman and had a passion for range shooting.Bill loved his cars, his Harley, and his boats and worked at the Lake Geneva Boat launch and the Williams Bay Boat launch. Bill...

Jane Bailey Smith, 85, of Lake Geneva, WI, passed away at Saint Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI. The former Jane Bailey was born in Choctaw, OK on January 5, 1936 the daughter of the late Fay and Ingeborg (Nesheim) Bailey. On December 24, 1954 in El Reno, OK she was united in marriage to Gerald H. Smith Jr.: he preceded her in death n January 11, 2017. Jane was an active member of the Lake Geneva United Methodist Church. She was also a member of a Bridge Club and a Knitting Circle. She also enjoyed doing pottery and knitting. She had spent many years as a tutor for E.S.L. Jane is survived by: 2 sons; Craig (Connie) Smith of Barrington Hills, IL and Scott (Elizabeth) Smith of Lake...

Eric was born January 10, 1985 in McHenry, IL.He grew up in Genoa City, WI and graduated from Badger High School in Lake Geneva, WI.While in high school, he went to the State competition for shotput in Madison, WI. Eric worked at a variety of jobs over the years.He enjoyed cooking at various restaurants in northern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin, and later excelled in sales in Whitewater, WI, often taking monthly top honors in his department.In his free time, he loved fishing and the outdoors. Eric passed away unexpectedly at home Sunday July 4, 2021.He was preceded in death by his grandparents Edward & Marilyn Conwayand Roy & Anna Jean Erickson, and his sister Heather.He is...

Matt lived a good life for 59 years. He was loving and beloved as son to Milton L. and Jeanne M. Williams, brother to Leslie Morgan, and Phil & Debra Williams, and uncle to Joshua, Elena, Elizabeth, Anna. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Matt owned and operated successful lawn and landscape companies including his last business, Quintessence. He was known for his good nature, generous spirit, and humor. He was a friend to all. His greatest joy came from entertaining friends and family at the Lake Geneva cabin, his happy place. He loved the water and hanging on the dock. Matt leaves his legacy at the cabin and will now have eternal rest. To post an online...

James Edward (Jim) Davis, 87, noted lake area historian, passed away unexpectedly at his Lake Geneva home on Saturday June 26th.Davis will be remembered as a long-time member of the Geneva Lake Museum's Board of Directors and a docent who guided thousands of lake-area residents and visitors through the museum. Jim is survived by his partner Bonnie Gardner.Other surviving family members include his son RobertDavis, a grandson Daniel Davis and his great grandson Henry Ezra Davis.Surviving siblings include John David Davis (Arizona), Anne Davis Kaslander (Florida) and Margi Davis Hankins (Michigan), and a host of nieces and nephews. To know Jim was to love him.Loyalty to family and friends...

Kelly D. Elliott. 66, of Linn Township, WI, died Sunday June 20, 2021 at Mercy Walworth Hospital.Kelly Dean Elliott was born November 12, 1954in Richland Center, WI the son of the late Keith and Athel (Dobson) Elliott.On November 7, 1997, in Springfield, WI, he was united in marriage to the former Debra Perepell.He owned and operated Four Seasons Pier Service for over 40 years.He was anavid trap shooter and loved being with his horses and his dog Ozzie.His greatest enjoyment was being on the lake with his pier service. Kelly is survived by: his wife Deb, a sister Karen (Jon) Greene. He was preceded in death by sister Jaleen Linneck. A gathering of friends will be held Monday July 12, 2021,...

William (Bill) F. Nimmow passed away peacefully at home in Lake Geneva surrounded by family on Saturday, June 19th, 2021. A Celebration of Life will be July 11th, 2021, at The Ridge Hotel on Hwy 50 in Lake Geneva from 11a.m. till 1p.m. In lieu of flowers, Bill asked that donations be made to Big Brother Big Sister of Walworth County, 1545 Hobbs Dr in Delavan, WI 53115. To post an online condolence visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com. Derrick Funeral Home is assisting the family of William "Bill" Nimmow.

A celebration of Garth's life will be held in the future. For further information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com. Derrick Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.

John L. Palmer Sr., 86, of Linn Township passed away unexpectedly at Golden Years in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin on June 16, 2021. Born John Louis Palmer to the late Louis and Marcia Palmer on July 29th, 1934, in Chicago Illinois. John was a member of the graduating class of 1953 from Walworth High School. After high school enlisted in the United State Army where he served until he was honorably discharged on October 19th, 1955. John went on to earn a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Mitton College in 1981. On March 1, 1969, at St. Benedict's Church in Fontana, Wisconsin John was united into marriage to Carol Ann Brinckmann. John was Chief of Police of Linn Township for 34...

Services will be on Tuesday June 22, 2021 at 3:00pm in the main chapel of Derrick Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 1:00pm till the time of service. Further information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com.

Linda Eve Johnston of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, June 10. Born on New Years Eve 1956, in Glen Ellyn, IL, Linda became a lifelong academic at a young age, graduating early from Glenbard West High School and Purdue University where she studied Biology and Environmental Science. During her time at Purdue she met the love of her life and future husband Charles Johnston on a blind date, who survives her along with their sons Preston and Tyler. After College, Linda took a year off to travel the world. Her travels took her to the top of Machu Picchu, hiking through Argentina and skiing in Bariloche before she followed in her father's footsteps to...

Mass will be Wednesday June 16, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St.Francis Catholic Church in Lake Geneva, WI. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. in the main chapel of Derrick Funeral Home.

Constance "Connie" Elizabeth Dalton, Age 91 formerly of Pittsburgh, PA, passed away on 6/5/2021 at her home in Delavan, WI. Connie was born in Holyoke, MA on 9/7/1929. She was the daughter of James and Mary Joyce. She was preceded in death by her siblings: Mary, James, and Ruth Ann, and is survived by her brother Bill. Connie was a graduate from Marymount College in New York. While her husband served in the Korean War, Connie was a substitute teacher. She enjoyed teaching. She and her husband Arthur had nine children: Connie Ann, Mary Ellen Milantoni, Arthur(Ginger) Dalton, Elizabeth Dalton, Susan(Jim) Dickinson, Kathryn(Tim) Dutcher, Madeline(Paul) Malone, Christopher(Lisa) Dalton, and...

Private family services with Military Honors will be held.Burial will be in Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside, IL. To post an online condolence please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com.

Services for Laurel will be held on Friday May 21, 2021, at 6:00pm at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Lake Geneva. Visitation will be from 4:00pm till 6:00pm on the 21st. For further information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com

Services will be held on Wednesday April 28th, 2021 at 10:00am at Daniels Funeral Home in Burlington, Wisconsin. To post an online condolence please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com.

Services will be held in the future for Helen. To post an online condolence please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com Derrick Funeral Home of Lake Geneva is honored to be assisting Helen's family.

Roberta "Bobbi" Oxford, just shy of her 80th birthday, passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. She battled hard against cancer and chemo 3 times before this last round of chemo made her too sick to fight back. She is survived by a sister, Susanne Caldwell; three loving children; Harry (Marjorie Rollinson) Oxford, Keenan Oxford, and Mimi (David) Hahn; 3 grandchildren Emma and Claire Oxford and Elliott Hahn; nephews John (Lori) Hayes, Josef (Theresa) Hayes and nieces Rachel Townsend and Samantha Hayes and many grandnieces and grandnephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Amelia (Topolinski) Keenan, 2 sisters Patricia Keenan and Frances (Rufus) Hayes, and 1 brother, Joseph...

A visitation will be held on Friday, April 16th from 1 pm-6 pm in Lake Geneva Wisconsin, at Derrick Funeral Home. For further information please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com

Verna Lee Andresen Magee moved to her new home in heaven on March 12, 2021. Vern was born on June 1, 1937 at Lakeland Hospital to Arthur and Dora Madouse Andresen and was greeted with great anticipation because, after losing their first baby, they were told they could not have children. She loved attending school in Lake Geneva and received several honors such as the DAR award, Outstanding Senior Girl Award and Homecoming Queen. She attended Lawrence College and Layton School of Art before marrying her high school sweetheart, Larry Magee, on June 13, 1959. He preceded her in death on April 9, 2013, after nearly 54 years of marriage. Vern was a stay-at-home mom while her children were...

Howard H. "Woody" Woods 91 passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 10, 2021 in Burlington Memorial Hospital of pneumonia. He was the loving husband to Joyce Lorraine Mangles. On August 26, 2020 they celebrated their 70th anniversary of marriage and commitment to each other. Woody was born to the late Harold and Ellen (Engblom) Woods at home in Caspian, Michigan on June 14, 1929. He graduated from Stambaugh High School in Michigan's Upper Peninsula on June 5, 1947. Besides his loving wife Joyce, he is survived by his three sons; Don (Mary) Woods of Duxbury, Massachusetts, Dave (Jan) Woods of Antioch, Ill and Mike (Ruth) Woods of Lake Geneva, one sister, Clarice of Mountain...