Keith W. Swartwout, 82, of Rockford, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021. He was born April 28, 1938 in Janesville, WI to the late Seldon and Charlotte (Burian) Swartwout. After graduating from Janesville High School, Keith enlisted in the U.S. Navy and continued serving his country until he retired from the U.S. Navy as a Senior Chief. Keith is survived by his children: Jeffery (Margaret) Swartwout and Debra Gage; three grandchildren: Brittney (Mike) Smith, Cole (Emily) Swartout and Ondreya Gage; great grandchildren: Logan, Austin, Colt, and Scarlett; siblings: Wayne (Sandi) Swartwout and Charlotte (John) Marx; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his...

Arrangements are pending with the Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville.

Shirley LaVone Smith, 92, a longtime resident of Cedar Crest, passed away on Friday, April 9, 2021 at Agrace Hospice - Janesville. Shirley was born January 7, 1929 in Streator, IL, the daughter of the late Roy E. and Elizabeth H. (Dudley) Smith. She attended school in Streator and after graduation from Streator High Scholl, then attended Wartburg College in Wartburg, IA. She worked in a children's home in Iowa for many years, until entering the banking field. She worked as a Bookkeeper for many years until her retirement. Shirley has been a very active resident while living at Cedar Crest. She was a member of their Social Committee, was a Hall Monitor, as well as other volunteer...

Lyle W. Bohland, age 82, of Janesville, died peacefully Thursday, April 8, 2021 at his home with his family at his side. He was born in Crawford County, WI, on Feb. 22, 1939, the son of the late Otto and Loneta (Long) Bohland and was a graduate of DeSoto High School Class of 1957. Lyle married Eldora "Ellie" DeGarmo on July 29, 1961. He was employed by Wells Motors, Case Power & Equipment and retired from General Motors on April 1, 1997 after 30 years. Lyle was a member of Peace Lutheran Church and UAW Local 95. He was a cat lover and extremely fond of sweets! He was also a big prankster, enjoyed puttering around with small engines, camping and snowmobiling. Lyle is survived by his...

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 15, 2021 at 11:00AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Janesville. Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Hubert "Hugh" A. Prochaska, 90, died Thursday, April 8, 2021 at his home. He was born January 6, 1931 in Clifton Township, Grant County, WI to the late Louis and Mary Ann (Lepeska) Prochaska. In April 1951, Hugh enlisted in the US Navy serving his country during the Korean War; he was honorably discharged in March 1955. After the war Hugh married Bonnie J. Messerli on October 12, 1956. After various other jobs, Hugh found himself at Universal Foods (Stella Cheese) from which he retired. After retirement he worked part time for Super Car Wash. Hugh was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church, where he served in many capacities, including being an usher for 20 years. Hugh...

A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Services will be at 1 pm on Monday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Janesville where visitation will be on Monday from 11 am until the hour of service. Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Robert "Bob" W. Hiller, age 91, a lifelong resident of Janesville, died on Saturday, April 3, 2021, at home. He was born in Janesville on March 13, 1930, the son of Ira and Lilly (Stone) Hiller. He was the youngest of five children. Bob owned and operated Rollin Pin Bakery for 74 years. His love of baking started in 1944, when he was 14 years old and washed pans at Cunningham's Bakery on Milwaukee Street in downtown Janesville. After saving some money, he bought a brand-new car for $795. His parents told him he couldn't keep the car so he ran an ad in the Janesville Gazette and sold the car for $1,300. Bob used that money to buy his first bakery. He rode his bicycle from Ruger Avenue in...

Arrangements are pending at the Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville.

JANESVILLE--- Michaele Eileen Lloyd, of Janesville, died at age 73 on Monday, March 29, 2021 at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born to Milo and Eileen (Begley) Hatlevig in Stoughton on August 9, 1947. She went to grade school at St. Patrick's and graduated from Janesville Senior High School in 1965. Michaele attended UW-Whitewater. Michaele was united in marriage to Gary Richard Lloyd on January 21, 1967 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. The couple first met at a dance a several months prior and immediately clicked when he found out Michaele lived next door to his grandmother. Their hearts have been beating together ever since as they spent 54 loving years together....

Arrangements are pending at the Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville.

Visitation on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, 21 S Austin Rd., Janesville. Private service to follow.

Mary A. Demrow, age 58, a longtime resident of Footville, was welcomed to God's glory, with her family at her side, on Friday, March 26, 2021. Mary was born on April 8th, 1962, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late F. Peter and Lois (Meissner) Eckley. Mary was baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, on April 22, 1962. She attended St. John's Lutheran Grade School and confirmed her faith in Jesus at St. John's on April 11, 1976. She graduated from Manitowoc Lutheran High School with the Class of 1980. Mary earned her degree in education at UW-Eau Claire, graduating in 1984. Mary's teaching career started at Neillsville Elementary School in Neillsville, WI. In 1989, she...

John R. Gorski, 80, passed away on Wednesday morning, March 24, 2021 at SSM St. Mary Hospital, Janesville. He was born October 31, 1940 in Janesville to the late William and Anna (Schildt) Gorski. John graduated from the Janesville High School and after going on a blind date he met the love of his life, Virginia L Newman. They married on August 21, 1959 in Dubuque, IA and spent the next 47 years together raising their family. Virginia preceded him in death on July 21, 2006. After high school, John worked for General Motors and retired from there after 31 years. John was a member of the Union Pacific Historical Society and enjoyed model railroading, reading, and watching sports. He...

Visitation for John will be on Friday, April 2, 2021 from noon to 2:00 PM at the Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home.

JANESVILLE--- Vicky Lorraine (Wilkinson) Ryniec, age 75, of Janesville, died Monday, March 22, 2021, at her home. She was born in Baraboo on June 7, 1945, the daughter of Milo and Juanita (Smith) Harris. Vicky married Larry Wilkinson on October 12, 1964. He preceded her in death on June 3, 1985. She later married Donald Ryniec on March 27, 1993, in Las Vegas. Vicky worked for Prent Corporation for 33 years. She loved to travel, gamble, was an avid reader and most of all spending time with her family. She is survived by her husband, Don; 2 daughters, Lisa (Matt) Gosline of Janesville and Tracy (AJ) Greenlee of Beloit; 5 grandchildren: Ian (Cara) Johnson, Sara Gosline, Mark (Kristen)...

Arrangements are pending with Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville.

Judy M. Berger, 74, passed away at her home on Sunday, March 21, 2021 with her family by her side. She was born July 22, 1946 in Janesville to Carl A. and Mary A. (Geisinger) Schultz. On November 27, 1965, she married Harry "Steve" S. Berger at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Judy spent her years being a mom and wife but she also enjoyed her puzzles especially crosswords, helping others, and sewing in her younger years. She is survived by her husband Steve of Janesville; daughter Brenda (Craig Thompson) Krauter of Janesville; six grandchildren: Kari (Casey) Schmeling, Sarah (Kyle) Johnson, Alyssa (Tony) Malless, Kylee Krauter, Samantha Lemke, Taylor Mae Kent; close family friend Sandy Locke;...

A Visitation will take place on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home, Janesville with a brief service to follow.

A Celebration will be held from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Saturday April 10, 2021 at the First Lutheran Church, Janesville. Apfel Wolfe Funeral Home is assisting the family.