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Darlyne M. Putnam
age 81, of Monroe formerly of South Wayne area, died on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at Pleasant View Nursing Home.  She was born on February 2, 1931 in Green County the daughter of Howard and Eva (Flannery) Lewis.  Darlyne and David Putnam were married on September 27, 1953 at the First Methodist Church in Monroe.  She worked at the Kroger Food Store and at the Monroe Clinic Hospital Cafeteria.  Darlyne was a member of the Union Presbyterian Church, Women of the Moose Chapter #599 and the American Legion Auxiliary.
She is survived by her husband David Putnam of Monroe; daughters, Diane (Tom) Dunn of Freeport, IL, Dorene (Lyle Beck) Lee of Polo, IL, Donna (Steve) Vanderheyden of Stockton, IL, Dawn (Bob) Matson of Adams Friendship; grandchildren, Michael, Kristen, Alexandria, Harley, Stephanie and Jesse; step grandchildren, Jennica, Janessa; great grandchildren, David, Andria; sisters, Shirley (John) Kummer of Monticello, Jeanette Zee of Darlington and a sister-in-law, Mable Lewis.  She is predeceased by her parents; brother, John and grandson, Andrew Lancaster.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 19, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. at the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home, with Rev. Dr. Marilyn Sandin-Ross officiating.  Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Argyle.  A visitation will be held on Monday from 11:00 A.M. until time of service at 1:00 at the funeral home.  A memorial fund is being established in Darlyne’s memory.

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RANDY R. ISELY

Randy R. Isely, 60, of Beloit, WI, died Wednesday, March 14, 2012 in Rock Haven Nursing Home, Janesville, WI surrounded by his loving family. 

He was born September 23, 1951 in Monroe, WI, the son of Roger and Mary (Walters) Isely.  Randy married Robin Paulson on February 11, 1989 in Beloit, WI.

Randy was employed by Electro Specialties as a welder.  He had many childhood memories but his favorites were growing up on the farm and his father’s airplane.  Randy enjoyed the outdoors, fishing, hiking and had a great passion for his 1969 Barracuda.  He was an instructor for the American Red Cross and volunteered for Meals on Wheels.  Randy was a member of the Second Congregational Church of Beloit, WI and St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe, WI.

Survivors include his loving wife, Robin Isely of Beloit, WI; three children, Troy (Bobbi Jo) Isely of South Beloit, IL, Annali Isely and Travis Isely both of Beloit, WI; two grandchildren, Elaine and Ian; his mother, Mary “Misty” Isely of Monroe, WI; sisters and brother, Dianna (David) Sorenson of Argyle, WI, Shani (Joel) Spangler and Michael (Sue) Isely both of Monroe, WI; brothers-in-law, Mark (Karen) Paulson and Robert (Jean) Paulson both of Beloit, WI; several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father, Roger Isely and nephew, Scott Sorenson.

Visitation will be held on Monday, March 19, 2012 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in the Daley Murphy Wisch & Associates Funeral Home and Crematorium, 2355 Cranston Road, Beloit, WI. Visitation will also be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 20, 2012 in the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home, 1455 Mansion Drive, Monroe, WI.  Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 21, 2012 in the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home with Reverend William T. Mike Heath officiating.


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Orlan “Gus” Bahn
age 84 of Monroe, Wisconsin formerly of Belleville, passed away Saturday evening, March 17, 2012 at St. Clare Friedensheim Assisted Living facility.  Gus was born in Monroe on October 28, 1927, the son of Albert & Catherine (Grant) Bahn.  He attended Monroe Schools and served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II.  After having completed his service in Okinawa, Japan, Gus was honorably discharged in June 1947.
Orlan married Dorothy Butts on November 2, 1947 at Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe.  Gus and Dorothy farmed for 25 years in Jordan, Washington, & Adams Townships.  They sold their farm and moved to Monroe in 1972, where they started Bahn Trucking.  Gus hauled livestock for 15 years.  He later worked as a Monroe Taxi driver for 7 years, and then delivered Monroe Truck vehicles for 5 years before retiring.  He was a member of Adams Lutheran Church.
Gus enjoyed playing euchre, watching the Packers, following the latest sports activities and accomplishments of his great-grandchildren, and talking about farming or trucking with anyone who was willing to listen.  Some of his fondest memories were the many adventures he shared with his grandsons, and the time he was able to spend with their families and with the families of the Leo and Kay Butts clan.  Gus had a wonderful sense of humor and a great work ethic.  He thought that there was no better way for a person to use their time, and was disappointed when he could no longer work because of health issues.
Survivors include a daughter, Joyce (David) Van Gompel of Fitchburg;  two grandsons, Scott (Julie) Klassy of Mt Horeb, and Jason (Tricia) Jelle of Belleville;  6 great grandchildren, Zachery, Travis, & Garrett Klassy, Ryne Ferguson, and Bryson & Regyn Jelle;  a brother, Wayne Bahn of Freeport, IL;  and numerous nieces and nephews.  Gus was preceded in death by his parents;  by his wife, Dorothy;  and by two brothers, Calvin & Howard Bahn.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established in Gus’ name.
The family would like to thank the care givers of St. Clare Friedensheim and the wonderful nurses of Monroe Hospice.  With special thanks to brother Wayne for all of the help he provided to Gus, and for just being there to talk to.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 12:00 Noon at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home 1455 Mansion Drive & N. 18th Avenue in Monroe with Rev. Larry Pinnow officiating.  Burial will be in Adams Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until time of service at 12:00 Noon Tuesday at the funeral home.

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Billy J. Ellison
age 53 of Monroe, WI died Tuesday, March 20, 2012, at VA Hospital in Madison.  He was born August 14, 1958 at Placerville, CA son of Foster and Betty (Gunn) Ellison and served in U.S. Navy from June 1976 to July 1978.  Billy and Nancy Hendrickson were married on May 19, 1982 in Pennsylvania.  He was a waiter in the Wisconsin Dells area.
Surviving are children, Heather Ellison of Monroe & William “Billy” (Tara Cheatham) Ellison of South Wayne;  grandchildren, William “Isaac” & Veronica Cheatham;  brothers, Richard Ellison of Walla Walla, WA & Lloyd Ellison of Lewiston, ID;  and ex-wife, Nancy Ellison of Monroe.  He was predeceased by his Parents.
A Celebration of Billy’s Life will be held from 11:00 A.M. until 1:30 P.M. on Saturday, March 24, 2012 at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe.  Burial will follow in Benkert Cemetery, rural Monroe.
A Memorial Fund is being established in Billy’s memory.

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Nina Lee Binkley
age 62, of Monroe, Wisconsin died Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at her home.  She was born February 13, 1950 in Manitowoc, WI the daughter of Elliott and Olga (Calero) Tipps and graduated from UW-River Falls with a Bachelor of Science Degree.
Nina and Lee Binkley were married May 24, 1980 at Canyon Camp in Stockton, IL.  Nina was an elementary school teacher for 33 years as well as a part time worker at Ahrens Acres and Uniquely Yours Quilt Shop.  She was a Master Gardener and member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe, Wisconsin Day Lily Society, and Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin. She enjoyed gardening, quilting, baking, and spending time with family, friends, and pets.
Surviving are her husband, Lee Binkley of Monroe, WI; mother, Olga Tipps of Green Bay, WI; son, Matt (Annie Esser) Binkley of Milton, WI; daughter, Ericka Binkley of Chicago, IL; brother, Steve (Karen) Tipps of New Franken, WI; sisters, Barbara Tipps of Seattle, WA and Christine (John) Abbott of Huntsville, AL;  sister-in-law, Doris Tipps of San Antonio, TX; nephews, Allen, Alex, Ryan, and Simon Tipps; nieces, Emily and Trinity Tipps; and goddaughter, Catherine Spielman.  She was predeceased by her father, Elliott Tipps; brother, Mike Tipps; and father & mother-in-law, George & Vivian Binkley.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, March 26, 2012 at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe with Rev. William T. Mike Heath officiating.  Burial will be in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens at Freeport, IL.
Visitation will be from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. Sunday, March 25, 2012 at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home 1455 Mansion Drive & N. 18th Avenue in Monroe.
Memorials to St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe or Monroe Clinic Hospice would be appreciated in Nina’s memory.

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Wilford R. Kleiser
age 84, of Monroe, Wisconsin, died on Thursday, March 22, 2012, at Harbor House of Clinton.  He was born on February 5, 1928, in Elgin, IL, the son of William and Margaret (Saur) Kleiser.  Wilford and Ethel May Thompson were married in June of 1953 in Elgin, IL.  He lived in Elgin until 1968 and then moved to Jordan Center where he farmed for 40 years.
Surviving are his daughters, Sarah Kleiser and Gwendelyn (John) Penniston all of Monroe; brothers, James Kleiser, Ronald Kleiser, Thomas Kleiser; sisters, Theresa Koppe and Marge Edwards.  He is predeceased by his parents; wife, Ethel; brothers, Robert, Norbert, Howard and sister, Loraine.
Per Wilford’s wishes private family services will be held.  Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Robert D. Rieder

Robert “Bob” Rieder, age 79, of Monroe, Wisconsin died Saturday, March 24th, 2012 surrounded by his family at Monroe Clinic Hospital following emergency surgery and a brief time in the ICU. He was born in Monroe to John & Dorothy (Dettwiler) Rieder on July 10, 1932. He graduated in 1950 from Monroe High School where he played football and four years of varsity basketball. Bob was the first Cheese Days’ king in 1950, when royalty was elected from high school seniors.

He farmed with his father in rural Monroe after graduation until 1953 when he was drafted into the US Army and proudly served as a medic with the 5th RCT and later with the 25thDivision. He was stationed in Korea before returning to the homestead where he continued to farm. He married Gloria Jonas on September 10,1960 at Salem’s UCC, Wayne, WI. The couple eventually bought the family farm and lived there until 1989 when their eldest son (Dan) took over the farm and they moved into Monroe. His love for the farm remained with him his entire lifetime with his passion being Brown Swiss cattle. He served as a director of the Chalet Cheese Co-op for 30 years. During his retirement, he worked 20 years as a seasonal employee for Swiss Colony, and part-time for Scherer’s Moving & Storage and PFC. He was a volunteer at Monroe’s National Historic Cheesemaking Center and a member of the American Legion Zilmer Riley Post No 84. He enjoyed many years as a catcher for the Gempler-sponsored fastpitch team and bowled in leagues at Turner Hall. An avid sports fan, he enjoyed watching his children and grandchildrens’ athletic events. His family and grandchildren and spending time with them were the joys of his life. Bob was a lifelong, active member of St. John’s UCC and most recently served on the Mission Committee. He was a regular volunteer at Second Harvest food pantry and organized euchre parties at Garden Apartments. Over the years he enjoyed trips with his wife to Switzerland, Germany, Hawaii, and Alaska.

Bob is survived by his wife of 51 years, Gloria, and his children, Ann Prophett and grandchildren Nicole and Ben; Sue (Randy) Armstrong and grandchildren Jamie, Andrew and Becca; Dan (Angie) Rieder, and grandchildren, Nick, Kris, Kaiden and Kailey Rieder and Jade and Alexa  McWorthy; Mark (Barb Steffens) Rieder and grandson, Colton of Seattle, WA; a sister Mildred “Toody” Ross and brother-in-law, Jim “Shorty”of Sun Prairie; niece Peggy Ross and nephews Paul (Sue) Rieder and Michael (Allen Beatty) Ross.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Fredrick Rieder, sister-in-law Hulda Rieder and niece Jane Rieder.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 30th from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home, 1455 Mansion Drive & N. 18th Avenue in Monroe.

A memorial service will take place at St John’s UCC in Monroe on Saturday, March 31st beginning at 1:00 pm with Rev. William T. Mike Heath officiating. A private family ceremony will be held for his cremains at a later date.

The family prefers that gifts and donations in Bob’s honor be made to St. John’s UCC in lieu of flowers.

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Charles Carpenter
age 93 of Monroe, died Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Neighbors Nursing Home in Byron, IL. He was born on September 24, 1918 in Palmyra, WI; the son of Lawrence and Mary (Holm) Carpenter. He graduated from Palmyra High School in 1936, where he perfected the two-handed set-shot in basketball.
He served in the U.S. Army during WW II as a sergeant for the 33rd Allied Interrogators and Interpeters in the Pacific Theatre, including the Phillipines, New Guinea, Guam and Japan. He witnessed the Japanese surrender on the U.S. Missouri, and was among the first units to occupy Japan afterwards.
Charles married Doris M. Rohovetz on June 14, 1952 in Muscoda, WI. He worked his entire career for the Milwaukee Road railroad, starting on the section with his father in 1932 when he was 14, then as a telegrapher and depot agent, with posts in Janesville, Milton Junction, Juda, Muscoda, Boscobel, Browntown and Monroe. He retired in 1978 but helped run the Wisconsin Central shortline railroad for several years thereafter. He was a member of St. Victors Parish, Knights of Columbus, American Legion and V.F.W.
            He is survived by 4 children: Charles (Nancy) Carpenter Jr. of Wellsville, UT, Lawrence Carpenter of Hopkins, MN, Thomas (Julia) Carpenter of Plymouth, MN, and Mary Catherine (Mark) Rasmussen of Byron, IL; 12 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren; and a sister, Pearl Grosskreutz of Palmyra, WI. He was preceded in death by his wife Doris in 2004, his parents, 4 brothers, and 2 sisters.
Charles was a southern Wisconsin boy his entire life. He loved gardening, puttering in the yard, fixing things up and walking his Basset hounds. A good visit with most anyone – friend or stranger alike – was always a pleasure. He loved fishing, especially for bluegills or trout. He was an asparagus hunter in the spring, a berry picker in the summer, and a hunter in the fall. He especially loved rabbit and pheasant hunting with his hounds, squirrel hunting in the woods around Browntown, and he shot his last deer at the ripe old age of 86.
    A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am Monday, April 2, 2012 at St. Clare of Assisi Parish at St. Victor Catholic Church with Fr. Michael Klarer, Celebrant. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Monroe. A visitation will be held Monday, from 10:00 am, until the time of service, at the Church. Shriner Hager Gohlke funeral home is assisting the family. Memorials may be given in Charles name to Monsignor Thomas Campion Charitable Fund.

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Gary L. Kappe
age 64 of Monroe, died on Thursday, March 29, 2012 at his home.  He was born on April 7, 1947 in Clearland, Ohio the son of Gordon and Jeanne (Cogswell) Kappe.   Gary was a graduate of Lake Zurich High School in 1965 and attended Lake County College majoring in Business.   He served in the U.S. Army, from June 20, 1967 until June 19, 1969.  Gary and Diane Havlik were married on January 1998 in Las Vegas, Nevada.  After returning from serving in the military Gary worked for 10 years for Sara Lee in Deerfield, Illinois. In 1980 he moved to Monroe to work as Executive Director of Food Operations for Swiss Colony retiring January 2010.  He was a member of Monroe Moose Lodge #754, Monroe Country Club, Leisure Lanes Monday Night Bowling League and  Sr. Men’s Softball League.
Surviving is his wife: Diane Kappe of Monroe; Mother, Jeanne Kappe of Lake Zurich, IL, father-in-law; Leo Havlik of Bagley, WI, step-son, James Markham of Platteville, WI; step-daughter Amanda of Janesville; brother, Gordon (Linda) Kappe Jr. of Barrington, IL.; sister, Diane (Ken) Field of Barrington Hills, IL; brother-in-law, David Havlik; sister-in-law, Debra (Steve) Pickett; many nephews, nieces and friends.  He is predeceased by his father Gordon Kappe, Sr. and mother-in-law Loreta Havlik.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. at the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home 1455 Mansion Dr., and 18th Ave. with  Fr. Michael E. Klarer officiating.  A visitation will be held on Monday, from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe, with a Moose Lodge Service at 7:30 P.M. at the funeral home.

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Sally J. Mitchell
age 58 of Browntown, died Thursday, March 29, 2012 as the result of a motor vehicle accident. She was born on September 8, 1953 in Freeport, IL; the daughter of Wilbur and Nellie (Heefner) Jones. She graduated from Lena / Winslow High School. Sally married John Mitchell on May 16, 1992 in South Wayne at the United Methodist Church. Sally first worked for Yeager Ins. Co in Lena, IL, for the last 35 years she has worked at the Swiss Colony. She was a strong supporter of the Green County Humane Society, she loved the hunt for antiques and restoring them, the outdoors, Ellie her dog, and most of all, her grandchildren.
    She is survived by her husband, John of Browntown, son, Josh (Angie) Daughenbaugh of Monroe; grandchildren: Sam, Jadie, Jace, and Jaxson; 5 siblings: Phyllis Craig, Sue (Steve) Scheider, Richard (Cathy) Jones, Jerry (Susan) Jones, and twin brother, Stan Jones; mother-in-law, Arabelle Mitchell, also several nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 infant brothers; sister, Vivian Eisen; brothers-in-law, Allen Craig and Marvin Eisen; sister-in-law, Sandy Jones; and a nephew, Eric Scheider.
    Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at Monroe United Methodist Church, with Pastor Pat Soddy officiating. Private family burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery at a later date. A visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Shriner Hager Gohlke funeral home. In Lieu of flowers a Memorial Fund is being established.
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Leona S. Wartenweiler
age 96 of Monroe Died on Friday, March 30, 2012 at Pleasant View Nursing Home.  She was born on September 9, 1915 in Monroe Township, the daughter of Charles R. and Marie C. (Geissberger) Benkert.  She was a 1932 graduate of Monroe High School. Leona married William J. Wartenweiler on June 8, 1940 at St. John’s United Church of Christ by Rev. Paul C. Kehle.  In addition to being a homemaker, Leona did clerical and secretarial work in various places and retired at the Monroe Elementary schools in 1981.  After retirement, she pursued her interest in historic events, genealogy of her family and antiques.  She was a member of Historic Monroe, Green County & Wisconsin Historical Society, Monroe Swiss Club, Historic Cheese Center and over 50 year member of Monroe Women’s Club and American Legion Auxiliary.  She compiled many scrap books and photo albums of family and historic events for others to share. 
She enjoyed traveling, especially in Switzerland, where she found the birthplace of her mother and father’s parents and has visited many of the historic places in America.  She was an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, having served on the Council, Women’s Guild, Rebekah Circle, Church Archives and Parish Visitor. 
Surviving are her sons; Robert (Donna), William L. (Corinne), David (Jan), John M. (Tammie), 13 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and several nieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her husband, William; brothers, Edwin C. and Walter F. Benkert; sisters, Ada V. Speich, Frieda M. Thomm, Gertrude C. Pickett and Ruth M. McCurry.
There will be no visitation; family burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Monroe.  A Memorial Service will be held at St. John’s United Church of Christ on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. officiating.  In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in Leona’s memory.  The Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Orville E. “Obie” Eells
age 59 of South Wayne, died on Saturday, April 7, 2012, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born November 8, 1952 in Monroe, the son of Leo J. and Thelma M. (Albright) Eells.  He was a 1970 graduate of Black Hawk High School and a 1999 graduate of University of Wisconsin Platteville with a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.  Orville and Shirley Rosenstiel were married on August 25, 1973 at St. John’s United Church of Christ.  Orville was the former owner of The Garden Path Greenhouse in Monticello, he also was a chef at the Chalet Landhaus in New Glarus and worked at Menards West in Madison.  He was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ.  Orville enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, playing cards and reading, but most of all he loved spending time with his family.
Surviving is his wife Shirley L. Eells of South Wayne; sons, Christopher R. (Andrea) Eells of Milton, Ryan J. (Kim) Eells of New Glarus,  Nicholas M. (Amanda) Eells of Middleton; daughter, Katie L. Eells of Mount Horeb; grandchildren, Logan Eells, Cayden Eells, Caleb Eells; sisters, Opal (Norman) Huber of Monroe, Rose (Donald) Anderson of Monroe, Martha (Richard) Keegan of Brodhead; sister-in-law, Sharon Eells of Browntown, also several nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his parents; brother, Albert Eells; nephew, Rick Keegan; mother and father-in-law, Viola (Rufer) Rosenstiel and Glen G. Rosenstiel and brother-in-law, Tom Krueger.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 12, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s United Church of Christ.  Family burial will be at a later date.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home.

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Dorothy Webster
age 95 of  Monroe, died Friday, April 6, 2012 at New Glarus Nursing Home. She  was born on January 22, 1917 in rural  Lafayette County, the daughter of Benjamin and Eva (Rodebough) Goodman.  Dorothy married Arlo W. Webster on Feburary 16, 1935 in Monroe. She worked at Ruf’s  Confectionery for 25 years, retiring in 1989.
    She is survived by 7 children: Gayle Bull of Mineral Point, Karen (Constant) Wehinger of Monroe, Lavonne Roselli of Clearwater, FL, Katherine Kauk of Albany, Rosalie (Arnold) Wieser of New Glarus, James (Ruth) Webster of Burlington, WI, and Evelyn Gilbert of Reno, NV; a sister, Sue Minder of Browntown; 33 grandchildren; 39 great grandchildren; 14    great great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, 2 brothers: Martin and Charles Goodman; 2 sisters: Thelma Cary and Audrey Schliem; son-in-laws: James Bull, Richard Kauk, Mike Roselli, and Paul Gilbert.
    Per Dorothy’s wishes, private graveside services will be held at Union cemetery in South Wayne. Shriner-Hager-Gohlke funeral home is assisting the family.

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Geraldine M. “Geri” Ott
age 84, of Monroe, died on Sunday, April 8, 2012 at her home.  She was born on May 8, 1927 in Hebron, Wisconsin, the daughter of Jack and Florence (Tolstead) Hauser, but after Florence’s death Geraldine and her twin brother Gerald were adopted and raised by Henry and Mamie Hauser.  She attended Richland School and Monroe High School, and at a later time obtained her GED, of which she was very proud.   Geraldine and Theodore H. Ott were married on December 10, 1944 at St. John’s United Church of Christ, where she remained a member throughout her life.  Geri worked at the IGA grocery store.  She later was a home care worker for Caring Hearts and a volunteer for the Senior Center. 
Surviving are her children,  Sherry L. Anderegg, Theodore A. (Suzanne) Ott, Linda L. Ott, Steven H. (Connie) Ott, Wendy K. (David) Bolding, Shan M. (Baron) Wiley; grandchildren, Debra Johnson, Shelly Pollock, Jennifer Bedgood, Theodore W. Ott, Ella Ott, Ramie Ott, Andrea Bolding, Olivia Wiley, Vanessa Wiley; step-grandchildren, David (Jillian) Bolding, Amy (J.R.) Hinkson; great grandchildren, Kevin Johnson, Peter Johnson, Domenisha Underwood, Camryn Bedgood; step-great grandchildren, Alexander Bolding, Jack Hinkson, Nolan Hinkson, Kaitlyn Bedgood, Chess Bedgood; brothers, Gerald (Angie) Hauser, Jack (Marilyn) Hauser; Helen Fernstaedt, Belva (Laurence) Leverton, Joan (Fritz) Neuenschwander, also several nieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her parents; husband; sisters, Julia Burri, Gladys West and a brother, Robert Hauser.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, April 16, 2012, at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s United Church of Christ, with Rev. William T. Mike Heath officiating.  Family burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Monroe.  A visitation will be held on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home.  She will be sadly missed by her loving family.  In lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established in Geraldine’s memory.

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Evelyn C. Marty
age 96 of South Wayne, died on Saturday, April 14, 2012 at the LaFayette Manor in Darlington.   She was born on November 26, 1915, the daughter of William and Jennie (Rabe) Babler.  She was a graduate of New Glarus High School.  Evelyn and Joseph A. Marty were married on November 26, 1936 in Belleville.  She worked for the Pet Milk Company and made cheese with her husband Joe at the Scott Factory and then at the Mayer Cheese Factory both in Browntown.  Evelyn and her husband Joe, built Marty’s Village Inn in South Wayne in 1969, where she also worked.  She was a member of Peace United Church of Christ in Browntown. 
She is survived by her sons, Ronald (Deb) Marty of Lena, IL and Delano (Joann) Marty of South Wayne; 13 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren; 9 great great grandchildren; a sister, Uva Van Houten of Monroe and brother-in-law, Gary Stark.  She is predeceased by her parents; husband, Joe; daughters, Marlys Peterson, Nola Stark; granddaughters, Tamra and Dawn Marty,  Candy Stauffacher, also a brother, Daryl “Sonny” Babler. 
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 12 Noon at the Peace United Church of Christ in Browntown with Rev. David Busker officiating.  Burial will be in the Union Cemetery in South Wayne.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service at Noon at the Church.  The Hanson Funeral Home, South Wayne is serving the family.

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Lois C. Detwiler
of Monroe, Wisconsin died Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at Harbor House in Monroe at the age of 89.  She was born August 24, 1922 in Albany, Oregon, the daughter of Harley and Katie (Widmer) Burck.  She graduated from Albany High School, Rock Island School of Practical Nursing in Illinois and attended Goshen College in Indiana.
Lois married John S. Detwiler on June 10, 1945 in Peoria, IL and later married Harold Huntington on September 7, 2002 in Monroe, WI.  Lois worked in home and hospital nursing, and as an industrial nurse for R.R. Donnelley & Sons in Warsaw, IN.  Lois was active in church work, Bible studies, Home Extension and Women’s Club.  Her hobbies included quilting, gardening, sports, board games and pie-making.
Surviving are her sons, John (Lisa) of Escondido, CA, Tim (Rae Jean) of Sycamore, IL, Lou (Kathryn) of Austin, TX, & Jerry (Diana) of Florence, KY;  daughters, Rena (Dave) Koning of Monroe, WI, Willa (Mike) Nuppnau of Valparaiso, IN, & Wilma (Ken) Willard of Chesterton, IN; sisters, Grace Anderson of Albany, OR & Evelyn (Lloyd) Fisher of Glendale, AZ;  20 grandchildren;  26 great-grandchildren with 2 on the way.  She was predeceased by her parents, husbands, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:15 pm E.S.T. on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at College Mennonite Church, 1900 S. Main St. Goshen, IN.  A Memorial Celebration will follow at 2:30 pm E.S.T. with Rev. Harlan Steffen officiating, then burial at Elkhart Prairie Cemetery near Goshen.
In her memory, donations may be sent to The Lois Detwiler Memorial Fund, Box 424 Monroe, WI 53566, designating your preference for church missions or Alzheimer’s research.
Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe, WI is assisting the family. 

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Kathleen D. Foley
age 63 formerly of South Wayne, died peacefully on January 2, 2012 at the county home of Angelina and Theo Nabong, who operate AT Home Care, Mukwonago. 
Kathy is survived by sisters, Marilyn Schuler and Phyllis (Jerry) Hill; brother-in-law, Jack Quirk; sister-in-law, Joyce Foley, also nieces and nephews.  She is preceded in death by her parents, Enright and Stella Foley; sister, Janet Quirk; brother, Robert Foley; brother-in-law, Richard Schuler and niece, Bonnie Foley Hughes.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church in South Wayne, with Celebrant, Fr. David Wanish.  Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Gratiot.  The Hanson Funeral Home of South Wayne is serving the family.

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Arlene H. DeVoe
age 85, of Monroe, died on Sunday, April 29, 2012, at the Aster Retirement Center.  She was born on March 17, 1927 in Jordan Township, Green County, the daughter of Emil and Emma (Dummermuth) Grossen.  Arlene and Elwin “Al” DeVoe were married on April 11, 1944 in Browntown.  She worked in the bakery at the Swiss Colony for over 35 years.  She is a member of the Peace Church in Browntown, Women of the Moose Chapter #599, and the Yesteryear Auto Club.  Arlene enjoyed playing cards, dominoes, she liked to dance and she was a great cook making her special Swiss dishes.  But most of all Arlene loved spending time with her family and friends. 
She is survived by her daughters, Carol A. DeVoe Degenhardt of Monroe, Linda L. DeVoe of Oconomowoc; grandchildren, Dawn (Rich Krank) Degenhardt of Leaf River, IL, Kathy (Mike) Dayberry of Kansas City, MO, Dolan (Emily) Degenhardt of Chippewa Falls; great grandchildren, Sarah and Shane Dayberry, Noah, Kael and Sera Degenhardt; Brother, Edward (Opal) Grossen of Monroe; sister-in-law, Pat (Les) Drentlaw of Monroe; also many nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews.  She is predeceased by her parents; husband, Elwin “Al” DeVoe; grandson, Damon Degenhardt; great grandson, Elijah Degenhardt; sisters, Mary Voegeli, Emma Ritschard, Wilma Reinmann, Doris Zimmerman; brothers, Emil Grossen, Fred Grossen, Robert Grossen, George Grossen, William Grossen, John Grossen, Walter Grossen and Howard Grossen.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home, with Pastor Mary Gafner officiating.  Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Monroe.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

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Alvin W. Walters, Sr.
age 51 of Orfordville, Wisconsin died Friday, April 27, 2012 in Orfordville.  He was born November 16, 1960 at Monroe, WI the son of Arnold and Mary (McKeel) Walters.

         Alvin married Tammie Strothman on August 8, 1980 in Monroe.  He worked at Ayres Chevrolet for 14 years while living in Brodhead and then moved to Orfordville.

         Surviving are his wife, Tammie Walters of Dubuque, IA;  son, Alvin “Bud” (Jodi) Walters, Jr.;  daughters, Anna & Teresa Walters of Rockford, IL, Carrie Martinez of Brodhead, & Tanya Chapman of Rockford, IL;  brothers, John of Juda, Arnold (Maxine) of Tomah, Jim of Monroe, Kenny & Jeff of Freeport, IL, Darrel of Albany, & Steve (Marina Gurns) Walters of Monroe;  sisters, Francis Danielson of Hamilton, IL, Mary (LeRoy) Richards of Brodhead, & Betty (Alan) Korn of Orfordville;  and 13 Grandchildren.  He was predeceased by his Parents;  and brothers, Bruce & Peter Lee Walters.

         A Celebration of Alvin’s Life will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Friday, May 4, 2012 at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe.
         A Memorial Fund is being established in Alvin’s memory.


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Ruth K. Richardson
Ruth K. Richardson, age 97, of 714-21st Avenue, Monroe, WI, died Monday April 30 at her daughter Kathryn’s home in Madison, WI with her three children at her side.  She was born February 17, 1915 in Utica, NY, daughter of Frederick W. Kesauer and Kathryn (Williams) Kesauer.  She graduated from Binghamton High School in 1932, and received her BS from the School of Education at Syracuse University in 1937.  She was employed as a social worker with the Schenectady County Department of Public Welfare, and later as a high school teacher.  On December 12, 1942 in Schenectady, NY, she married Robert H. Richardson, an electrical engineer with General Electric who was originally from Evansville, WI.  They lived in Scotia, NY until 1945, when they moved to Monroe, WI.   In 1948, they moved into their home at 714-21st Avenue, which she considered her home until her death.  Mrs. Richardson was a long-time active member of Union Presbyterian Church, where she served as a Deacon and Elder, and of the Monroe Women’s Club.  She and her husband were members of the Monroe Curling Club, scout leaders, and active supporters of the Green County Family YMCA and Monroe Arts Center.   She helped her husband in the operation of Richardson Electric, and was a substitute teacher at Monroe High School.  In recent years, with the help of her children and caretakers, Ruth continued to worship regularly at  Union Presbyterian Church in Monroe, meet friends for coffee on Monroe’s Square, attend UW hockey, basketball, and football games in Madison (though she retained her loyalty to the Syracuse Orangemen).   Even at age 96, she enjoyed her annual Labor Day Family Camp weekend at Phantom Lake YMCA Camp in Mukwonago, WI with her family and many friends, where she was “Grandma Ruth” to all. Until the last six months of her life, she enjoyed many visits with her grandchildren and great grandchildren in Salt Lake City and Monument, CO.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, her younger sister Esther Ruffley of Ferndale, Michigan, her husband of 52 years Robert H. Richardson, and her faithful black and tan dachshund Sam.

Survivors include:  son Robert W. (Kathryn Woods) Richardson of Madison, daughter Janet Rich of Rochester, MN, daughter Kathryn M. Richardson of Madison, grandson Robert D. Richardson (Mariam Thalos) of Salt Lake City, UT, grandson David W.   (Catherine Jackson) Richardson of Monument, CO, and five great grandchildren, Jackson, Charles, and Caroline Richardson of Monument, CO, and Oliver Richardson and Elijah Thalos of Salt Lake City. 

The family would like to thank her caregivers from Supportive Elder Services, particularly Barbara Leete and Maria Abscale of Madison, to thank caregivers Sara Bass and Jane Bailey of Rochester, MN, and to thank Agrace Hospice of Madison and Dr. David Watts.  They helped make it possible for Ruth to live life to the fullest, surrounded by loved ones until the end.  Special thanks also to Pastor Marilyn Sandin-Ross.  Memorials may be sent in Ruth’s name to: Phantom Lake YMCA Camp in Mukwonago, the Green County Family YMCA, the Monroe Arts Center, or Union Presbyterian Church in Monroe. 

Memorial service will be at 11:00 A.M.  Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Union Presbyterian Church in Monroe, with pastor Marilyn Sandin-Ross officiating. A visitation at Union Presbyterian Church will be from 9:30 A.M. until time of the memorial service. Burial at Greenwood Cemetery will be private at a later date.

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John K. Blumer
age 79 of rural Juda, died on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 at the Monroe Clinic Hospital.  He was born on December 21, 1932, in Monroe, the son of John D. and Selma (Schindler) Blumer.  He attended Browntown Schools and was a graduate of Monroe High School.  John was a dairy and crop farmer throughout his life, farming in Jefferson Township.  Along with his farming John enjoyed taking care of his yard and spending time in his garden and tending to his animals.  He was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ.
He is survived by his sister, Janet (Richard) Andrist of Rochelle, IL; niece, Laura (Kevin) Powers of Juda; grand nieces and nephew, Megan, Hannah and Lucas and special friend, Bonnie Boeck.  He is predeceased by his parents; aunts; uncles and his best friend, Kelly his dog.
Per John’s wishes a family memorial service will be held at a later date.  The Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Hailey Ellen Kayhart
the daughter of Robert Kayhart and Jaclyn Kenkel was stillborn at Monroe Clinic Hospital on Thursday, May 3, 2012.
Surviving are her Parents;  siblings, Zach, Jordan, Brent, Courtney, & Gavin Kayhart;  grandparents, John & Nancy Pollnow, Linda Kenkel, Diane Kayhart, & Richard Kayhart;  aunts & uncles, Scott (Chris) Anderson, Greg (Diane) Anderson, Kim & Bryan Thornton, Jeanette & Chuck Pollnow, Shelly & Butch Rosecke, Karen & Eugene Dwars, Kerrie & Cory Bidlingmaier (God-Parents), & Shannon & Jessie Kayhart;  and several Step-Aunts & Uncles.  She was predeceased by her grandfather, Robert Kenkel.
A Visitation will be held from 2:00 to 3:00 P.M. Sunday, May 6, 2012 at Monroe United Methodist Church with a Service at 3:00 P.M. Sunday with Rev. Randy Booth officiating.
Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe is assisting the family.

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Stanley L. Stocker
age 69 of Monroe, died on Friday, May4, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his family.  He was born on July 24, 1942 in Brodhead, the son of Rueben and Jessie (Pinnow) Stocker.  He attended Juda High School.  Stanley and Ruth Portmann were married on May 19, 1962 at St. John’s United Church of Christ and shared over 50 years together.  He worked for Kelly Springfield Tires in Freeport, IL for 32 years, retiring in 1999, where he was a member of the United Rubber Workers, Local 745.  Stanley had many interests, he enjoyed fishing, camping, old cars, taking pictures of old barns and framing them in barn board, but most of all he loved spending time with his family, friends and spoiling his grandchildren.  Stan was also involved in painting miniature replicas of Rumely oil-coal tractors.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Stocker; son, Bryan (Allison) Stocker; daughters, Robin Stocker-Schneider, Shawn (Brett) Stocker-Ambrose, Trudi (Scott) Heinz; 8 grandchildren and a sister, Janice (Henry) Viel; also nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his parents and brother, Donald.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at the Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral home, with Rev. David Busker officiating.  A visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.

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Lillian Frances Florence Beer
age 96 of Monroe, Wisconsin, died on Sunday, May 13, 2012 at her home.   She was born on October 9, 1915 in rural Albany, WI the daughter of John & Elsie (Legler) Zurfluh.  Lillian is a direct descendant of David Legler and Barbara Streiff, pioneer settlers in New Glarus, coming to Green County in 1847.  Lillian graduated from Albany High School in 1933, and was the oldest surviving student of Albany High School; attended Green County Teachers College.
Lillian married Frederick Beer, Jr. on September 16, 1940 at the Little Brown Church in the Vale at Nashua, Iowa.  Lillian worked at Kundert-Loeffel Shoe Store, City Hotel (now known as Suisse House) & Rottler’s Variety Store.  She was a member of G.U.G.G. Germania Club; member of Women of the Moose Chapter #599; Zilmer Riley American Legion Post #84 Auxiliary; VFW 40-8 Auxiliary; Den Mother for Cub Scout Troop 101; and St. John’s United Church of Christ of Monroe. 
Surviving are her husband, Frederick Beer, Jr. of Monroe, WI;  son, James R. (Olga A.) Beer of Monroe, WI;  sisters-in-law, Bonnie Zurfluh, Eileen Zurfluh, and Marguerite Beer;  grandchildren, Tara G. (Vikas Arora) Beer of Burlingame, CA, Crystal L. Beer of Brodhead, WI, Jennifer R. Beer, Artem A. Beer, Alexander J. Beer, all of Monroe, WI;  and great-granddaughter, Avni Frances Arora of Burlingame, CA.  She was predeceased by daughter, Phyllis K. Beer in 1970;  Parents;  siblings, Clara Robinson, Rosella Briggs, Lena Spring, Louis Zurfluh, Frederick Zurfluh, Sr., John Zurfluh, Willis Zurfluh, and Robert Zurfluh.
Lillian enjoyed spending time with family and traveling.  She is also survived by her good friend, Jo-Ann Cook from Albany and many, many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 18, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe with Rev. William T. Mike Heath officiating.  Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Monroe.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Shriner-Hager-Gohlke Funeral Home in Monroe.  Women of the Moose Service will follow at 7:15 P.M.

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Edward A. Grossen
age 80, of Monroe, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 26, 1931 in Jordan Township, the son of Emil and Emma (Dummermuth) Grossen. Ed was the youngest and last surviving of his 14 siblings.  He graduated from Monroe High School in 1949. Ed served in the Army during the Korean war. He married Opal DeVoe on September 19, 1954 in Monroe. Ed owned and operated Grossen Excavating, landscaping, and snow removal; Ed loved his “loader”. He retired in 2009. He was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ, a life member of the Loyal Order of Moose, lodge # 754. Ed enjoyed many vacations, he blessed his family with many “Family” vacations, He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He enjoyed many card games with friends. He had many special people in his life and will be missed by many.
    He is survived by his wife Opal of 58 years, of Monroe, Sons: Donald (Jackie Duncan) Grossen of Madison, Dan Sperstad of Monroe, a daughter, Vicki (Jeff) McNett of Monroe; 4 grandchildren: Scott (Jennifer) McKeever, Michelle (David) Anspaugh, Halee McNett, and Kayla (Michael) Smiley; 4 great grandchildren: Elizabeth and Andrew McKeever, Isabella and Adriana Anspaugh. He was preceded in death by his parents, 8 brothers: Emil, Fred, Robert, George, William, John, Walter, and Howard Grossen; 5 sisters: Mary Voegeli, Emma Ritschard, Wilma Reinman, Doris Zimmerman, and Arlene DeVoe.
    Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, May 19, 2012 at St. John’s United Church of Christ, Monroe, with Reverend William T. Mike Heath officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, A visitation will be held Friday, May 18, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Shriner Hager Gohlke funeral home, Monroe. A memorial fund will be established in Ed’s name.

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