Delores L. Haldeman of Beaver Dam, passed away on September 6, 2025.

Delores L. Haldemann was born in Leipsic (Lowell), WI to John and Gertrude Frank. Growing up, she was active in 4-H and vegetable gardening. She earned many blue ribbons. Delores always shared many memories of growing up on the family farm with her sisters: Helen (Elmer Tietz), Marjorie (Reuben Schultz), and her "little brother" Gerald (Marie). Delores worked at Weyenberg Shoe Factory where she sewed parts for military boots during WWII. Her world changed when she went dancing and met the love of her life. She was united in marriage to Ruben Wichinski on June 7, 1947. Delores worked at Sentry Foods for 35 years. She also enjoyed having big gardens, canning, and making jams. Ruben and Delores enjoyed many years of wedded harmony and rearing their six children. Ruben passed away in 1986. Delores was again blessed when she met Ed Haldemann. They were happily married June 21, 1991. During her retirement she enjoyed fishing, dancing, playing cards, embroidery, and traveling with their "travel trailer." She enjoyed living in Texas during the winter months. After a brief illness, Ed passed away in 2017.  Delores is honored to leave a legacy through her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Delores is survived by her children, Ron Wichinski, Judie Wellnitz, Cheryl (Bob) Lindquist, Nancy Linck, and Dennis (Deb) Wichinski; stepchildren, Bev (Rod) Anderson and Al (Barb) Haldemann; brother, Gerald (Marie) Frank; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, and further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Ruben and Ed; son, Ruben Jr., daughter-in-law, Linda (nee Winnie) Wichinski; sons-in-law, Charlie Wellnitz and Dennis (Shirley) Haldemann; siblings, Helen (Elmer) Tietz and Marjorie (Reuben) Schultz; and other relatives.

Per Delores' wishes, a private family gathering will be held.

If desired, memorials in Delores name may be directed to St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, 300 West St., Beaver Dam.

Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam is honored to be serving the family.