Obituaries

Judy Galler

Judy Galler

Oct 20, 2024

Judy Galler, 84, of Waupun, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024 at her residence at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living in Waupun.

Judy was born August 5, 1940 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Andrew and Edith Biehl Molter. As a young individual the family moved to Waupun where she graduated from Waupun High School in 1958. Following high school, Judy moved...

Larry Krueger

Larry Krueger

Oct 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Larry Denis "Bucky" Krueger of Beaver Dam, who departed this world on October 18, 2024 at the age of 71. Born on March 1, 1953, in Portage, Wisconsin, Larry was the eldest son of Norman and Shirley (Diamond) Krueger. He grew up in Portage and was a proud...

Theresa L. Gardner

Theresa L. Gardner

Oct 18, 2024

Theresa L Gardner (Scoles) 83, of Beaver Dam and formerly of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, October 18, 2024, just an hour shy of her 84th birthday.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 25, 2024 from 4:00-6:00pm at the Tahoe Park shelter, 96 La Crosse St. in...

Eduardo Zavala

Eduardo Zavala

Oct 15, 2024

Eduardo Zavala, also known as "Wayo," passed away on October 15, 2024, at the UW Madison Hospital due to complications from a heart attack. 

He was born on March 4, 1969, in Del Rio, Texas, the son of Herminio Zavala and Eustaquia de la Rosa. Wayo graduated from Del Rio High School in 1987. He dedicated much of his professional life...

Bobby N. Posthuma

Bobby N. Posthuma

Oct 15, 2024

Bobby Neil Posthuma, 71, of Beaver Dam, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison, WI from pancreatitis.

A memorial gathering for Bobby will take place on Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Harvest Ev. Free Church, W7444 Hwy 33, Beaver Dam, from 9:00 a.m. until the...

Beth A. Bennett

Beth A. Bennett

Oct 14, 2024

Beth Ann Bennett, age 55 of Fond du Lac, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024 at St. Agne's Hospital in Fond du Lac.

A memorial gathering for Beth will take place on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam, from 3:30 p.m. until the time of the...

Elaine E. Dorn

Elaine E. Dorn

Oct 13, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother ,sister, and aunt, Elaine Dorn, who passed away peacefully on October 12th at the age of 102.

A memorial service to celebrate her remarkable life will be held on Monday, October 21, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral...

Elizabeth Wallace

Elizabeth Wallace

Oct 12, 2024

Elizabeth "Betty" Wallace, age 97 of Markesan and formerly of Fox Lake and Beloit, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at Markesan Resident Home.

A memorial gathering for Betty will take place on Friday, October 25, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam, from 11:00 a.m. until the time...

Samuel L. Niceler

Samuel L. Niceler

Oct 11, 2024

Samuel "Larry" Niceler, age 66, of Beaver Dam, passed away on October 11, 2024.

Samuel was born on May 13, 1958, in Stockton, CA, the son of Sam and Gloria (Franco) Niceler. Samuel served his country in the United States Army as a cook and was stationed in Arizona until 1976. He was united in marriage to...

Patricia J. Snyder

Patricia J. Snyder

Oct 9, 2024

Patricia "Pat" J. (Moe) Snyder entered the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday morning, October 9, 2024.

Visitation for Patricia will be on Wednesday, October 16,2024 at Markesan Bible Church from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and also on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Funeral Service at...

Priscilla Buteyn

Priscilla Buteyn

Oct 8, 2024

Priscilla Buteyn, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and dedicated professional, passed away peacefully at her home on October 8, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. 

Priscilla, the daughter of John and Edith Vander Meer Navis, was born on August 7, 1960 at Waupun Memorial Hospital. Priscilla's academic journey began at Beaver Dam High School, where she graduated in 1979. Her commitment...

Lelani H. Franke

Lelani H. Franke

Oct 8, 2024

Lelani "Lani"  Helena (Simon) Franke passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, October 08, 2024.

Visitation for Lelani will take place on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 at St. Stephen's Lutheran Church, 300 West St., Beaver Dam from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:30 a.m. Burial will take place at Oakwood Cemetery...

Sierra A. Giese

Sierra A. Giese

Oct 6, 2024

Sierra Ann Giese, age 21 of Markesan, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024.

A memorial gathering for Sierra will take place on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church, W3377 Main St., Manchester, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 12:00 p.m. Inurnment will follow at Markesan Memorial...

Joyce Ritzema

Joyce Ritzema

Oct 5, 2024

Jaitske “Joyce” Ritzema, of Waupun Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in her sleep at age 95 on October 5, 2024. Joyce was born November 1, 1928, in Tjerkwerd, in the Province of Friesland, the Netherlands, the daughter of Bouwe Feenstra and Jeltsje Feenstra Albada. 

Joyce spent her younger years in the Netherlands. While in high school during World War II, she participated...

Phyllis Vande Kamp

Phyllis Vande Kamp

Oct 4, 2024

With great sorrow and much love we mourn the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Phyllis Vande Kamp, on October 4, 2024. However, we do not grieve like people who have no hope since we know that she is now with Jesus and we will be united with her someday. She was 91 years old.

Phyllis was born...

Sylvia J. Morrison

Sylvia J. Morrison

Oct 3, 2024

Sylvia Morrison, age 98 of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024 at Riverview Assisted Living in Watertown.

Visitation for Sylvia will take place on Sunday, October 13, 2024 at Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Entombment will...

Kathleen A. Marsch

Kathleen A. Marsch

Oct 2, 2024

Kathleen "Kiki" A. Marsch, age 98 of Beaver Dam, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024 at Randolph Health Services.

Kathleen was born in Waukegan, IL, on March 18, 1926, the daughter of George and Martha (Marshak) Roedl. On June 12, 1965, she was united in marriage to her husband, Ronald Marsch. She enjoyed decorating and baking....

Justin McGee

Justin McGee

Oct 1, 2024

Justin McGee, age 71, of Fox Lake peacefully passed away on October 1, 2024. 

Justin was born on February 22, 1953, in Rockford, Illinois. He graduated from Auburn High School in 1971, where he notably earned the distinction of being a first-chair clarinet player. On August 22, 1994, he married the love of his life, Barb Powers. 

For over 50 years, Justin...

Kathleen Swan

Kathleen Swan

Sep 28, 2024

Kathleen Swan, age 90, of Markesan, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024 at the Barrett House in Markesan. 

Kathleen was born on August 29, 1934, the daughter of Bernard and Clara Dahl Guerin. She was a proud graduate of Irma High School. Kathleen’s commitment to her family was evident in the love she shared with her son Jeff Swan and...

Rodney A. Block

Rodney A. Block

Sep 28, 2024

Rodney Allen Block, age 65, of Montello, WI passed away after a short, but courageous battle with cancer on September 28, 2024.

Rodney was born in DeWhitt, Iowa, middle child of 11 to Elbert and Donna Block (Sullivan) on July 10, 1959. Rod went to high school in Markesan where he made all conference in football and...

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