Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home

A Memorial Service will be at 4pm on Saturday, April 20 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Visitation of Remembrance will be from 2pm until the time of service in the funeral home.

Patricia "Pat" A. Phillips, 88, of Rockton, IL, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Highview in the Woodlands, Rockton, IL. She was born November 5, 1935 in Beloit WI, the daughter of Elton and Della (Wessell) Singletary. Pat was a graduate of South Beloit High School. She married Richard "Dick" Phillips on June 28, 1953 in Second Congregational Church in Beloit WI. He predeceased her on July 15, 2020. Pat moved into Fair Oaks Nursing Home June 1, 2019 then transferred to Highview in the Woodlands October 1, 2019. She was moved into sheltered care Alzheimer's unit there February 1, 2020. Pat was a stay at home mom except for a brief stint working for the Beloit...

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1pm until 4pm on Saturday, April 27 at La Casa Grande, 618 4th St., Beloit, WI. Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, assisted the family with arrangements.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, 2024 at La Casa Grande, 618 4th St., Beloit, WI. Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, assisted the family with arrangements.

James Gander, 64, of South Beloit, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 in his home. He was born on March 20, 1960 in Richland Center, WI, the son of Arlie and Della (Reith) Gander. James was a 1979 Richland Center High School graduate. He married Diane Cannon on June 27, 1980 in Richland Center, WI. James formerly installed natural gas lines. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, and hiking. James also enjoyed being outside doing yard work and gardening. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Above all, James cherished spending time with his family and being a Papa. Survivors include his wife, Diane Gander; son, Adam Gander; grandchildren. Ryleigh and Jace Gander; brothers and sisters, Jerry...

James Gander, 64, of South Beloit, IL, passed away on Saturday, April 13, 2024 in his home. He was born on March 20, 1960 in Richland Center, WI, the son of Arlie and Della (Reith) Gander. James was a 1979 Richland Center High School graduate. He married Diane Cannon on June 27, 1980 in Richland Center, WI. James formerly installed natural gas lines. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, kayaking, and hiking. James also enjoyed being outside doing yard work and gardening. He was an avid NASCAR fan. Above all, James cherished spending time with his family and being a Papa. Survivors include his wife, Diane Gander; son, Adam Gander; grandchildren. Ryleigh and Jace Gander; brothers and sisters, Jerry...

A Funeral Service will be at 10:30am on Wednesday, April 17 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30am until the time of service in the funeral home.

A funeral service will be at 11am on Monday, April 15 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Burial will be in East Lawn Cemetery. A visitation will be from 10am until the time of service in the funeral home.

Athena Hantzicostas, 95, passed away on April 8, 2024 at The Suites at Beloit. She was born on November 7, 1928 in Beloit, WI the daughter of Nicholas and Gramateky Hangiandreou. Athena was a 1946 graduate of Beloit High School. She married the love of her life, Efstathios Hantzicostas, on June 17, 1951. He predeceased her on June 8, 2006 after 55 years of marriage. Athena worked for Chester's in downtown Beloit after high school. She then was employed by Walgreens from 1966 until 1981 as a Pharmacy Technician. Athena also had a lighthearted tunes of the day radio show on WBEL. She led a quiet life in retirement volunteering at Caritas in Beloit and traveling with her husband to Samos in...

James P. "Jim" Whalen, 53, of Beloit, WI, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024 in his home. He was born on November 24, 1970 in Beloit, WI, the son of Donald and Patricia (Hiller) Whalen. Jim was a 1989 Beloit Catholic High School graduate. He furthered his education at local trade schools. Jim married Lori Wadel on June 24, 2023 at their home in Beloit. Jim was employed as a service technician for Hooper. He belonged to the Steamfitters Local 601. Jim loved being outdoors, especially if it involved fishing and hunting. He was always willing to help anyone in need and never expected anything in return. Jim was a friend to everyone and had the most contagious laugh that could fill up a...

A Visitation of Remembrance will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. A Private Burial for family will be held in Baldwin Cemetery.

Rickey J. Widmar (Rick), 65, of Roscoe, IL, passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, March 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Kenosha, WI on May 2,1958 to Carl and Harriet (Barnes) Widmar. Rick received education in local schools and graduated from Tremper High School in 1976. He was united in marriage to his childhood sweetheart Margaret A. Stubbs (Peggy) on October 7, 1978, at St. Therese Catholic Church in Kenosha, WI. After pursuing various occupations, he was hired at the American Motors Corporation in Kenosha. He then moved out to Roscoe, IL in 1989 and began work at the Chrysler assembly plant in Belvidere, IL. Rick earned his Associate Degree at Rock Valley...

A Visitation of Remembrance will be from 4pm-6pm on Monday, April 8 in Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Followed by a Vigil Service at 6:00 p.m. A Private Burial will be in Mt. Thabor Cemetery.

Funeral service will be at 10am Friday, April 5 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery, Janesville, WI. Visitation will be from 4pm to 7pm Thursday in the funeral home.

Funeral service for Kelly will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2024 in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium 2355 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI. Visitation of remembrance will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday in the funeral home.

Memorial Mass will be at 11am on Tuesday, April 2 at St. Jude Catholic Church, 737 Hackett St., Beloit. Visitation will be from 4pm-7pm on Monday, April 1 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI.

Visitation will be from 4pm-8pm on Tuesday, April 2 in the Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home. Visitation will also be from 10am-11am on Wednesday, April 3 in Central Christian Church, 2460 Milwaukee Rd., Beloit, with a Funeral Service to follow at 11am.

Arrangements are pending with Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI.

Per her wishes, there will be no services. Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI, assisted the family with arrangements.

Esther Spangler, 79, of Beloit, WI, passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 at Beloit Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. She was born on June 14, 1944 the daughter of Leon and Betty (Goakey) Jero. Esther attended South Beloit public schools. She married Ralph Spangler on December 24, 1966 in Rockton, IL. He preceded her in death on January 20, 2009. Esther was formerly employed by Patch Products. Her true joy was to be surrounded by littles ones. This led her to open her own in-home day care to share her love with others. She enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with her family. She was a generous person and always there to lend an ear and encourage others. Esther's...

A Visitation will be held from 11am until 12pm on Saturday, March 30 at Daley Murphy Wisch Funeral Home, 2355 Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI. Memorial Service will follow at 12:00 p.m. Inurnment will be in Floral Lawn Cemetery at a later date.