Julie Jean (Kremis) Covelli

Julie Jean Covelli, age 90, died on Sunday, September 30, 2012. She was the daughter of Victor and Amelia Kremis, born in Somers, Wisconsin. She was married to Joseph F. Covelli on February 24, 1945, at St. Casimir Catholic Church in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on June 12, 1964.

She is survived by three sons: Claude (JT) of Madison; Jim (Linda) of Racine; Bob (Lisa) of Racine; and one daughter, Jean (Dave) Lee of Gulf Breeze, Florida; nine grandchildren: Brian (Maddy); Jaime (Tate); Bridget (Tommy); Chad (Cari); Laura (Eric); Brandon; Logan; Krysta; Holly (Grant); ten great-grandchildren: Carter, Avery, Colten, Beckham, Bennett, Samuel, Rocco, Alessandro, Vincent and Layla. She is further survived by two sisters, Helen Dorf of Racine and Marion (Larry) Maurer of Kenosha; four sisters-in-law, Louise Loizzo of Kenosha; Theresa Waller of Kenosha; Ida (Lou) Cenni of Pleasant Prairie; Yola (Frank) DeLuca of Woodstock, IL. Preceding her in death were two sisters, Victoria Klapproth, and Gertrude Hapanowicz, both of Somers; and one brother, Joseph Kremis of Racine. Also, one half-sister, Theresa Totilas of Florida; and four half-brothers, Clem, Al, and Leo Sadowski, all from Kenosha, and Walter Sadowski of Sturtevant.

Julie was employed by L.L. Freeman Insurance (she sold her husband’s business to them), Racine Railroad Products and Western Publishing Company Inc., retiring in 1986. She enjoyed gardening, playing Scrabble, reading, playing word games on the computer, painting, classical music, and attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sporting events. Julie enjoyed playing softball in her earlier years and dartball in later years. Julie was a member of St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church and recently of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, where she volunteered for many years. Julie will be best remembered for her deep love and devotion to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Friday, October 12, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6400 Spring St., with Rev. Terrance J. Huebner officiating. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery, Kenosha. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Thursday, October 11, at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. The family suggests memorials can be made to St. Monica’s Senior Citizen Center or Hospice Alliance of Pleasant Prairie.

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Charles William Johnson

Charles W. Johnson left this earth peacefully on Sunday, September 30, 2012, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born at St. Luke’s Hospital in Racine, Wisconsin, on November 13, 1929, the son of Millard W. and Marian Rittman Johnson.  He attended William Horlick High School, graduating in 1948.  He played varsity football, starting in the eighth grade (All-State); he also played basketball, ran track and was editor of the newspaper.  He was President of the National Honor Society.  He entered the University of Wisconsin in 1948, and graduated in 1952 with a B.S. in Civil Engineering.   He continued his studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT, 1952-1955).  He spent three years studying Civil Engineering, working on the Whirlwind computer, and serving as captain of the rugby team.

He was in ROTC from 1951-1955 and he entered the U.S. Army in 1955 as a 2nd Lieutenant.  He married Jennifer Susan Congdon on September 10, 1955, at Glensheen in Duluth, MN.  He was manager of the Computer Center at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.  He relocated to Racine after leaving the service as a 1st Lieutenant in 1957.   He worked for his father’s construction company for one year and then became a Systems Engineer Manager for IBM, a post he held for eleven years.  In 1970, together with his wife Jennifer and a PhD from IBM, he co-founded IMSL, Inc. (which later became VNI, Inc.). Chuck was Chairman of the Board until 2009.

He was extensively involved in and devoted to the Racine community.  He was on the Park & Recreation Commission since 1970, and he represented them on the Racine Zoological Society board where he served since 1976.  He was a member and President of the Police and Fire Commission (1999-2012).  He served on the Racine Community Foundation, was a member of the Advisory Board of Johnson Bank, Inc., and a member of the finance committee of Prairie School.

Involvement outside of the local community included Emeritus Director of Congdon Orchards and the following MIT organizations:  visiting committees (Athletics, Biology), Leadership Council Koch Cancer Center, Corporation Development Committee, Educational Council and the Alumni Association.  He was also a Principal Benefactor of the Mayo Clinic.  Awards from MIT include: George B. Morgan ’20, Henry B. Kane ’24, Marshall B. Dalton ’15, Honorary Pirate Certificate and the Bronze Beaver.

Surviving Chuck are his wife of 57 years, Jennifer; his six children, Elisabeth (Herb) Fisher of Houston, Clare, Tom (Linda Wehinger), Marian (Christopher) Crowell, all of Racine, Ann and Susan of Phoenix;  grandchildren, Charles and Jacklyn Fisher, Jenna and Andrew Crowell, and Catherine and Sarah Johnson.  He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, Professor Millard W. Johnson Jr.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 4, 2012, at 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Linda C.Hanus officiating.  Interment with full military honors will follow at Graceland Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet with the family Wednesday at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Thursday at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until time of service at 10 a.m.   In lieu of flowers, please support the David H. Koch Institute for Integrative Cancer Research.  (Attention: Sharon Stanczak, MIT, 77 Massachusetts Avenue (76-158), Cambridge, MA 02139)

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Jean R. (Kozel) Voss

Jean R. Voss, age 82, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2012.

Survivors include her daughters, Vicki Stefka, Bobbi (Jim) Jordan, Kathleen (David) Dulan; five  grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Dorothy Soceka, Joan DeGroot; brother-in-law, Thomas Voss; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert W. Voss; and Ellie.

Per Jean’s wishes, private services were held followed by cremation.

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Reece Steven Pomeday

We mourn the loss of Reece Steven Pomeday, born into eternal life on September 28, 2012.

Reece is survived by parents Robert and Kara Pomeday and his brother, Cooper.  He is also survived by grandparents Steve and Marcia Pfeifer, Richard and JoAnne Woelfel, Robert Pomeday, Jr. and Pamela Fairbanks.  Reece will be remembered by Uncle Bryan and Aunt Elizabeth Bournoville and their children Aidan and Brooke; Uncle Kurt and Aunt Angie Pfeifer and their children Colton, Andrew and Lexi; Uncle Steven Pomeday; Aunt Jane Pomeday; and cousins Zachary Ketzer and Kathy Gautz.

A private service will be held on Friday, October 5, 2012.   For those wishing to express their condolences, the family wishes to direct you to www.reece-steven-pomeday.forevermissed.com.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Reece’s name to the March of Dimes, www.marchforbabies.org .

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William H. Raphael

Rochester, MN -- William H. Raphael, age 37, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012, at his residence.

He was born in Milwaukee, WI, on March 22, 1975.  William attended Roosevelt Elementary School, Gilmore Middle School and Wm Horlick High School.  He was an avid Green Bay Packers Fan.  He will be dearly missed.

Surviving are his son, Riley; parents, Mary (Nee: Wszelaki)  and Jeff Latus; stepmother, Kelly Raphael; brothers and sisters, Eric (Melissa) Latus, Michael Latus, Jeffrey (Kristin) Latus, Paul (Rebeca) Dishaw, Jeffrey Dishaw, Brittany Raphael-Kratochvil, Holly Raphael, Brady (Whitney) Raphael, Sam Raphael, Cassie Kilbride;  grandmothers, Margaret Raphael, Marion Latus; special friend, Debbie Cambell; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends at Silver Creek Corner.  He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Raphael; a brother, Joseph Raphael; and a nephew, Kyle Latus.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, October 13, 2012, from 1 p.m. until 2 p.m.  A memorial service will follow at 2 with Reverend Sean Granger officiating.

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Beatrice P. (Chvilicek) Niesen

Surrounded by her loving family at home, Beatrice Pauline Niesen, age 88, passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012. She was born in Cedar Rapids, IA, on June 21, 1924, daughter of the late Vincent and Agnes (Nee: Kupka) Chvilicek.

On June 3, 1944, at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, she was united in marriage to Donald E. Niesen, who preceded her in death on October 23, 1994. With a strong faith, Beatrice was a devout Catholic and longtime member of St. John Nepomuk. She enjoyed bowling, dancing, gardening, Lake Michigan, nature and all of God’s creatures. Her loving care and devotion to her husband and family was a lifelong example to her children, who regarded her as “Best Mom and Grandma Ever.” Her quick wit and wonderful sense of humor will be dearly missed by all of “her favorites”.

Surviving are her children, Don (Judi) Niesen, Donna (Cubby) Nondorf, Dianne (Darrell) Forsyth, Dorothy (Brian) Whitehead, Dorene (Ron) Wrycza, Doris (Pete) Nelson, Denise “Molly” (Andy) Cross; grandchildren, Don (Lisa) Niesen, Kelly (Joe) Harrison, Geoff Niesen, Gail (Todd) Neustifter, John (Bryn) Nondorf, Shelly (Victor) Lombardi, Laisa Cowen-Forsyth (Jack) Dampier), Dylan Cowen-Forsyth, Eric Feest, Ben (Liz) Feest, Michelle Feest, Justin Whitehead, Ron (Jackie) Wrycza, Randy Wrycza, Christy (Ben) Bowman, Melissa (Paul) Jenner, Pete Nelson Jr., Heather (Luck) Rodriguez, Dale Nelson, Jason, Kevin and Jessica Cross; 24 great-grandchildren; sisters, Evie Jorgensen, Rose (Don) Veselik; nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Helen Mayer and Martha Graham.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, October 3, 2012, at noon at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, 1903 Green St., with Reverend Ronald Gramza officiating. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Wednesday at the church from 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass.

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Milena (Milosevic) Cukic

Milena Cukic, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on September 25, 2012.   She was born November 21, 1940, in the village of Visevac in the country of Serbia to Vitomir and Stanica Milosevic. In 1958 she, alongside her Mother, immigrated to the United States to rejoin her father and has made her home in Racine ever since.

Milena was united in marriage to Vojislav Cukic in 1960. In the three years that followed they had two children, daughter Juliana and son Aleksandar, and a new family in a new country proudly began. Without so much as a spoken or written word in her English vocabulary, this ambitious girl from a tiny, but proud farming village a half a world away set her sights on securing a job, establishing her presence in Racine’s expanding Serbian Orthodox community, and raising her children in this new and exciting world.

The new world, this Free country, she would say, contains endless opportunity if you are willing to commit to it. She quickly immersed herself in learning a new language, understanding a new culture, while never straying an inch from her native culture and core beliefs — God, Family, Friendship and Hard Work, the rest will take care of itself. She strived to impart these values in her children and grandchildren, nieces and nephews and to all young children who were fortunate enough to know her. She always led by example.

Her first and only non-family job in this country was as a Seamstress at Rainfair Corporation, where she worked tirelessly for 42 years. Those who knew her best would attest to the fact that she missed less than a dozen days of work during her tenure. Over and above her day-job, she poured countless hours attending to the family’s side-business of rental properties located throughout the North side of Racine. This, on top of her commitment to St George Serbian Orthodox Church, where she was a very active member, board member and past president of the Serbian Sisters organization.

Her duties as a Mother, Grandmother, Wife, Daughter, Sister, Friend, Neighbor or Volunteer, were always handled with tremendous care, compassion, comfort and grace. Her cooking and gardening skills were enviously described by all who knew her. She proudly raised one of the finest gardens in Wind Point. Her boundless energy and mental fortitude would help her overcome tremendous hardships later in life — hardship that would challenge the will of even the strongest soul. Milena will be dearly missed, but never forgotten, by all who had the good fortune of knowing her. May she rest in peace.

Surviving is her son, Aleks Cukic; grandson, Ryan Vukovich; brother, Milutin Milosevic; son-in-law, Todd Vukovich; nephew, Milun Milosevic; niece, Milijana Zravkovic; and special cousins Rade, Svetlana, Maria and Andriana Gavrilovic; and many Kumovi and God-Children. She is preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Vojislav; daughter, Juliana; father, Vitomir; mother, Stanica; brother, Milosav; and her loving niece, Ivanka.

Funeral services will be held at St. George Serbian Orthodox Church, 826 State St., on Monday, October 1st, 2012, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Dragan Mitrovic officiating. Interment will follow at Most Holy Mother of God Cemetery, Third Lake, IL. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Sunday from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m.

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Viola F. (Mehlhouse) Metzger

Viola Florence Metzger, age 91, passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2012, at Lakeshore Manor.  She was born in Racine, February 12, 1921, daughter of the late Louis and Louise (Nee: Bethke) Mehlhouse and was a lifelong resident.

Viola graduated from Wm Horlick High School “January Class of 1939.”   On May 24, 1947, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church she was united in marriage to Albert G. Metzger, who preceded her in death on December 29, 1997.    Viola had worked in the office at Western Publishing and as a secretary at the Girl Scout office.  Seeing a need for a maternity clothes store in Racine, Viola opened and operated The Blossom Shoppe for many years.

Viola was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and a member of Girl Scout Troop 1934.  She enjoyed spending time with and caring for her family, especially her grandchildren.  Above all she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Surviving are her children, Linda (David) Brady, James (Paulette) Metzger, Kathleen (David) Opahle; grandchildren, Matthew (Sarah) Brady, Melissa Brady, Jennifer Metzger, Haleigh Metzger, Stacy Swanson, and Gregory (Stacie) Opahle; great-grandchildren, Theresa, Louise, Eileen and Katherine Brady, Sydney and Mitchell Swanson, Sawyer Opahle; sisters, Virginia Donnelly and Florence Rossmann;  nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 1, 2012, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 3011 Erie St., with Reverend Roger Black officiating.  Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.  Relatives and friends may meet Sunday at the funeral home from 3 to 5 p.m. and Monday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of service.  Memorials to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church have been suggested.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff at Lakeshore Manor for their loving and compassionate care.

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Donald R. Carlson

Donald R. Carlson, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 22, 2012, in Wisconsin Dells.  Donald was born in Racine on August 15, 1941, son of the late Carl R. and Mabel (Nee:  Jones) Carlson.

On September 21, 1963, he was united in marriage to Karen E. Feldshau.  He was employed by Western Publishing for thirty-eight years.  Donald was a member of Faith Community Church and in his earlier years was a member of the Order of DeMolay, and Ridgerunners Square Dancing Club. He enjoyed sleeping, traveling, woodworking and especially time spent up north in Wisconsin Dells with his family.  He will be deeply missed.

Survivors include his loving wife of forty-nine years, Karen; his children, Christopher (Sarah) Carlson of Racine, Susan (Adrian) Silverstein of St. Louis, MO; his four grandchildren, Alex, Erik, Jacob and Abigail; brother, Jerome (Ellen) Carlson of Champaign, IL; brother-in-law, Ron (Pat) Feldshau of Pahrump, NV; nieces, nephews; his beloved dog, Spider; other relatives and many dear friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Thursday, September 27, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. at Faith Community Church, 215 S. Newman Road, with Rev. Dino Galati officiating.  Private interment will be held.  Relatives and friends may meet with the family Thursday at the church from 4:30 p.m. until time of service.  Memorials to Faith Community Church have been suggested.

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Dorothy L. (Sorenson) Poplawski

With her loving family by her side, Dorothy LaVerne Poplawski, age 84, passed away Friday morning, September 21, 2012, at her residence.  Dorothy was born in Racine on October 28, 1927, daughter of the late Olaf and Gertrude (nee: Lennertz) Sorenson and was a lifelong resident.

She graduated from Washington Park High School “Class of 1945.”  On August 26, 1950, Dorothy married the love of her life, Gerald “Jerry” Poplawski at St. Edward’s Catholic Church, where she was a lifelong dedicated member. At her church, Dorothy was active in the Altar Sodality and became the Prefect of the Sodality. She started the Ice Cream social, was a member and past president of the Women’s Civic Council and also served on the Board for the YWCA.  She loved to play bridge and started a bridge club at church and belonged to four other clubs.  Above all, she loved her time with her family.

Dorothy will be dearly missed by her loving husband of sixty-two years, Jerry; her three children, Susan Poplawski, Jude Poplawski, both of Racine, Stephen (Kris) Poplawski of Lindenhurst, IL;  grandchildren, Kelly (Andrew) DeWald of Lindenhurst, Michael Poplawski of Madison;  sister, Marilyn Johnson of Spring Hill, FL;  nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Edward’s Catholic Church, 1401 Grove Ave., on Wednesday September 26, 2012, at 3 p.m., with Rev. Allen J. Bratkowski officiating.  Private interment will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park. Memorials to St. Edward Catholic Church have been suggested.

Special thanks to Asera Care Home Care, Asera Care Hospice for their kind and gentle care of Dorothy as well as the kindness shown to our family.

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Marilyn P. (DeRose) Orlovsky

Marilyn P. Orlovsky, age 72, passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2012, at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center. Marilyn was born in Milwaukee on May 18, 1940, daughter of the late Anthony and Jennie (nee: Vendegna) DeRose.

On September 19, 1964, she was united in marriage to Robert J. Orlovsky; they have shared forty-eight beautiful years together.

Marilyn was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. She was employed as a crossing guard for nine years for the City of Racine. In her spare time, Marilyn enjoyed cooking, bowling, and game shows. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her loving husband, Bob; daughters, Lyn (Imtiaz) Murad, Debra Marie Orlovsky; grandchildren, Jazmin and Anjali; all of Racine; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, John (Joyce) Orlovsky, Barbara (Robert) Nelson, Mary Orlovsky, Charles Wasinack, all of Racine, Thomas Painter of FL; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1533 Erie St., on Wednesday September 26, 2012, at 11:30 a.m., with Rev. Steven Varghese officiating. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass.

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Dorothy M. (Zirbes) Fannin

Dorothy M. Fannin, age 90, passed away Thursday, September 20, 2012, at Lakeshore Manor, the same location where she graduated from the St. Luke’s School of Nursing in 1944.  Dorothy was born in Racine on March 6, 1922, daughter of the late Theodore and Mary (Nee:  Chadek) Zirbes.

On September 26, 1942, she was united in marriage to Richard L. Fannin, who preceded her in death on  September 20, 2003.  Dorothy was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and a former member of Holy Name Catholic Church, Catholic Women’s Club and Meadowbrook Country Club.   She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.

Survivors include her three children, Richard (Fior) Fannin Jr. of Lake Worth, FL, Mark (Carol) Fannin, Patricia (Robert) Rossman, all of Racine; her six grandchildren, Zachary Fannin, Jennifer Evenson, Christopher (Heidi) Fannin, Matthew (Rebecca) Fannin, Paul Rossman and Michael (Mary Beth) Rossman; five great-grandchildren, Kayli Rossman, Liliana and Tommy Fannin, Tessa and Zoey Fannin; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Susan Fannin; and sister, Gertrude Holm.

Private funeral services were held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.  Dorothy was interred next to her husband, Richard, at Calvary Cemetery. Memorials to St. Catherine’s High School or Lakeshore Manor have been suggested.

The family extends their sincere gratitude to all of the staff at Lakeshore Manor for all of their loving and compassionate care.

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JoAnn M. (Brautigam) Broihier

JoAnn M. Broihier, age 69, passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee, due to a motorcycle accident.  JoAnn was born in Racine on January 7, 1943, daughter of the late Russell and Emma (Nee:  Vanko) Brautigam.

On October 14, 1961, at St. Sebastian Catholic Church, she was united in marriage to Kenneth J. Broihier who preceded her in death, September 18, 2001.  JoAnn had a passion for her Lord and Savior followed by her love for family, animals and her love of photography. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her children, Tim (Kim) Broihier of Edwardsville, IL, Tom (Mary) Broihier of Milwaukee, Jodi Ladd of Racine, Kristen (Andy) Lonnquist of Minneapolis, MN, Katie (Michael) Lamberton of Racine; 11 grandchildren, Kassi (Matt), Alyssa, Sean, Marshall, Courtney, David, Samantha, Jackson, Calvin, Wyatt and Wynter; great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Marie; brothers, Pete (Judy) Brautigam, Paul Brautigam; brothers-in-law, James (Judy) Broihier, John (Madonna) Broihier, Charles (Eileen) Broihier, Robert (Dorothy) Broihier of Racine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 22, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Ralph Scherer officiating.  Private interment will be held.  Relatives and friends may meet with the family Saturday at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.

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Laura D. Allen

Laura D. Allen, age 47, passed away Monday, September 17, 2012, at Glen Lake Terrace, Waukegan, IL, following a battle with illness.  Laura was born in Grand Rapids, MI, on March 20, 1965, daughter of the late Willie and Fannie (Nee:  Peaches) Watson.

Laura was a graduate of William Horlick High School and attended Gateway Technical College for a year.  Throughout her career she was employed by Warren Packaging, Goodwill Industries and Burlington Graphics.   She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her significant other, Frank J. Hargrove; brothers, Robert Hargrove and Glen; sisters, Norma Sanders, Dalilah, Patricia, Anita and Willie Mae; special godson, Marcellus;  aunt, Shirley Peaches; uncle Richard Peaches a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Addie Willis; two brothers, Sammie Willis and Benard Hargrove.

Private funeral services were held.

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Gage A. Witek

South Milwaukee -- Gage A. Witek, age 12, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012, at his residence.  Gage was born in Milwaukee, WI, on October 25, 1999, son of Craig Witek and Jodi Ziolkowski.

Gage was attending 7th grade at South Milwaukee Middle School.  He also attended Trinity Lutheran Church and Vacation Bible School.  Very talented and creative, Gage enjoyed building, creating, art, riding his BMX bike, 4-wheeling, target shooting, and was a collector of Harry Potter and Star Wars memorabilia.  He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his father, Craig Witek; mother, Jodi Ziolkowski; stepfather, Eric Gross; sister, Riley Ilinka Gross; grandparents, Jimmy and Jean Witek, Mary A. Finger; great-grandmother, Mrs. Walter (Lillian) Witek; aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and special friends, Daniel and Chris Cox.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 21, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. David Gehne officiating.  Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.  Relatives and friends may meet with the family Thursday at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Friday at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until time of service at 10:30 a.m. Memorials to the family have been suggested.

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Joanne M. (Jirush) Trentadue

Joanne M. Trentadue, age 76, passed away Thursday September 13, 2012. Joanne was born in Racine on March 31, 1936, daughter of the late Gertrude and Frank Jirush.

On June 25, 1955, Joanne was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Vincent N. Trentadue. Through the years, Joanne was employed with Godske Awning Co., Ruffalo Decorating, Gettys Inc., and as the baker at the Racine Country Club where she was famous for her dinner rolls, Her passions in life were cooking and baking for her family and church functions, traveling, playing the lottery and going to the casinos.

Survivors include her children, Vincent (Theresa) Trentadue, Jason (Tracy) Trentadue, Jeffrey (Barbara) Trentadue, Julie Trentadue; grandchildren, Jeremiah, Joel, Jack, Jordan and Justin;  sisters, Lenore (David) Brehm of New Berlin,  Joyce (Dick) Dufrane of Huntsville, TX; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Vincent; a son, Joseph Trentadue; a sister, Dorothy Richter.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 2201 Northwestern Ave., on Tuesday September 18, 2012, at 9 a.m.  Private interment will follow at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Monday from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. and at the church Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 9 a.m.  In lieu of flowers, donations to the family for a memorial to be established in Joanne’s name have been suggested.

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Lloyd E. 'Duke' Hess

Lake Tomahawk -- Lloyd E. “Duke” Hess, age 79, passed away Wednesday morning, September 12, 2012. Lloyd was born in Racine on April 24, 1933, son of the late Lloyd E. and Alma (Nee: Hegamann) Hess Sr.

He was a graduate of Washington Park High School “Class of 1951.” Lloyd was employed by Uptown Auto Body for fifteen years as an auto technician and previously at Don Hudson Chevrolet. In his spare time Lloyd loved fishing, hunting, NASCAR and the Green Bay Packers. He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his soul mate of four decades, Clarice Bishop; his children, Donna Herman, Lloyd Hess III, Bruce (Kathryn) Hess, Tim Hess, Jeffrey Hess, all of Racine;14 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 1great-great-grandchild; brothers, Tom Hess of Florida, Bill (Sandy) Hess of Big Arbor Vita, Jim (Sue) Hess of Franksville, Charlie Hess of Woodruff, Larry (Janice) Hess of Racine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his former wife, Nancy (Nee: Hermann) Hess.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, September 16, 2012, at 1 p.m. at the funeral home. Private interment will be held. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Sunday at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m.

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Jennifer R. (Ganzel) Menghe

Jennifer R. Menghe, age 50, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, September 12, 2012, at her residence. She was born in Racine on July 27, 1962, daughter of William K. and Marjorie G. (Nee: Lockwood) Ganzel.

Jennifer graduated from UW-Parkside in May of 2012, earning a degree in Criminal Justice. She was employed by Educators Credit Union as a loan officer for many years. She loved and devoted her time to her family. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her sons, Michael Menghe, Joseph Menghe; her parents, William and Marjorie Ganzel; sister, Cindy Ganzel; brother, Steven (Brenda) Ganzel; nephew, Samuel; former husband, Dennis Menghe; many other relatives and dear friends.

Funeral services will be held Monday, September 17, 2012, at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Monday at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until time of service at 2 p.m. Memorials to HALO have been suggested.

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Jeanne R. (Karnes) Driver

Jeanne R. Driver passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, with her family at her side. She was born February 2, 1926, in Kenosha but resided most of her adult life in Racine.

She was married for 39 wonderful years to Don (DJ) Driver,  who preceded her in death in 1984. She chose teaching as her lifelong vocation. Throughout her career she taught at Ives Groves, St. Rose, St. Lucy, St. Catherine's High School, Gateway Technical College, and continued to tutor Reading and English in retirement.

Surviving her are four sons and one daughter, Darryl, Danny, Darcy (David Paulson), Davis (Lisa), and Dennis (Theresa); six grandchildren, Jade Driver (Spencer Wallace), Jon and Alison Paulson, Don, Elinor and TJ Driver; niece, Candace Mullen, nephews, Bill and Bob Mullen; godchild, Sandy Karnes; and additional relatives and friends. Jeanne was preceded in death by one son, Donnie; parents, Jack and Ruth Karnes; mother-in-law, Clara Driver; brother-in-law, Bob Driver; sister-in-law, Dorothy Mullen; niece, Debbie Mullen.

A family memorial service was held at Siena Center, and entombment at Calvary Cemetery Crypts. Please direct all memorials to St Catherine's High School.

"Don't cry because it is over, smile because it happened." -- Dr. Seuss

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Thomas J. Braun

Thomas “Tom” J. Braun, age 52, passed away Sunday, September 9, 2012. Tom was born in Racine on June 11, 1960, son of Curtis P. and Mary M. (Nee: Held) Braun.

Tom was a graduate of Washington Park High School “Class of 1978” and UW-Milwaukee. On February 23, 1985, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church he was united in marriage to Cheryl L. Hanson. Tom had a busy career, and was employed for twenty years in the corrugated and packaging industry where he developed many good working relationships and wonderful friendships throughout the years.

“The best Dad ever,” Tom loved spending time with his girls watching Monday night football and making his special popcorn. He was a devoted Bear fan in Packerland, leading Tom to many family arguments. Tom also enjoyed spending time up north at their cabin and had a passion for flying and anything aviation. He will be dearly missed by his family.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl; his daughters, Alison and Lois; his mother, Mary Braun; sisters and brothers, Lisa (Joel) Rewald, Ellie (Jerry) Smith, Andi (Jeff) Worrell, Tony (Kathy) Braun, Bill (Tracy) Braun, Lois (Chris) Oddo, Nancy (David) McLean; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jim (Mary Margaret) Hanson, Karen Hanson; loyal companion Kira who will miss him dearly; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Curtis Braun.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Friday, September 14, 2012, at 6 p.m. at St. Richard Catholic Church, 1503 Grand Ave., with Rev. Ron Gramza officiating. Private interment will be held. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Friday at the church from 4 p.m. until time of Mass at 6 p.m.

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Casimira A. (Miskinis) Grzyb

Casimira A. Grzyb, 91, went to her Eternal Resting Place on Friday, September 7, 2012, after courageously fighting many medical problems since January; the last one was just too much to overcome.  She was born in Racine on December 1, 1920, to Casper and Domicele (Nee:  Bakutis) Miskinis.

After graduating from Holy Name School, two years at St. Catherine’s, and one year at St. Casimir’s Academy in Chicago, she eventually had to give up her vocation to become a Sister of St. Casimir for medical reasons.  She returned home and graduated from Racine-Kenosha County Normal School in 1942 and began her 41-year career as an elementary teacher.  She taught one-room rural schools in Walworth County from 1942-45 and one year at Lakeside School in Mt. Pleasant from 1945-46.

On December 29, 1945, she married Harry A. Grzyb.  After beginning to raise her two sons, she returned to teaching in 1953 at St. Mary’s Grade School in Racine and continued there until it closed in 1970.  During that time she received her B.A. in Education from Dominican College in 1957.  From 1970 until her retirement in 1990 she taught for the Racine Unified School District (Garfield-five years; Fundamental-five years; and Dr. Jones-ten years).  Early in that period she received her M.S. in Educational Psychology-Guidance and Counseling from UW-Milwaukee in 1972.

Over the years she was a member of AAUW, ACEI, NEA/WEA, REA and then WREA/RAREA.  Since 1978 she was a proud member of Alpha Delta Kappa Professional Teachers Sorority.

Her parish memberships included St. Mary’s. St. Casimir’s, and lastly St. Richard’s.  She had been a choir member, lector, Eucharistic minister, member of various committees such as Human Concerns at these parishes.  She also served a term on the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council in Milwaukee. Even though she received both archdiocesan and public school awards for her teaching excellence, the award that she most treasured was the Archbishop’s Vatican II Award for Service to the church that she received from Archbishop Rembert Weakland in 1998.  She was also an original member of the Racine Dominican Associates.

Being an avid baker, many of her former students, doctors and their staffs, friends and relatives will fondly remember her cookies -- especially the raspberry-filled oatmeal cut-outs.

As her sons and everyone else will heartily agree, a more loving, caring, truly authentic Christian mother to all is not likely to be found.  Truly a saint has walked amongst us.

Casimira is survived by her sons, Gerard (Linda) of Neenah and Thomas; her brother, Vincent Miskinis; her niece, Karen Miskinis; her nephews, Greg (Maria) Miskinis of Waupaca, John and Ricky Denzine.  She is further survived by #3 son, Robert Medasis and his family --- best neighbors ever; longest teacher friend, Doris Reinke of Elkhorn; dearest friends “Doctor” Carol Beranis, R.N., and family, JoAnn Hansen, Catherine Ingram, Monique Monroe, Elizabeth Monroe, Suzanne Stevenson and many others including Lakeshore Harmony Club volunteers she coordinated with Monique.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry (1996); sisters, Stella and Laura; her sister-in-law, Shirley Miskinis (2000); her dear niece, Mary (Denzine) Biesack (2012); and extremely longtime friends, Delores Wozniecki, Marilyn Mack, and Lillian Gregory.

On Wednesday, September 12, 2012, Fr. Ron Gramza will celebrate a Mass of Christian Burial for her at the Siena Center Chapel, 5635 Erie St. (Visitation by friends and relatives will be held from 3 p.m. until the time of the Mass at 4:30 p.m. with a Remembering Service starting at 4 p.m.)  A private final ceremony will be held on Thursday at the Holy Cross Cemetery Chapel and Mausoleum.  At her specific request, in lieu of flowers, please designate memorials to Sr. Joann Blomme, O.P. and her mission in Tutwiler, MS; Respite Services Harmony Clubs; Sisters of St. Casimir-Chicago; and Dominican Sisters-Racine.

Her family would like to especially thank Drs. Willard, Dizadji, and Vloka of the Cardiovascular Institute as well as primary care Dr. Rackliffe for their efforts to remedy her various medical conditions from 2007 until her passing.

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LaVerne (Larsen) French

LaVerne French (nee: Larsen), age 87, passed away Thursday, September 6, 2012, at Lincoln Village Convalescent Center. LaVerne was born in Racine, September 18, 1924, daughter of the late William and Magdalen (Nee: Horton) Larsen.

On January 21, 1950, at St. Edward Catholic Church she was united in marriage to William D. French, who preceded her in death on  October 28, 2004. She was a member of St. Edward Catholic Church. LaVerne was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her four children, Barbara Kis of Racine, Thomas (Mary) French of Madison, Scott (Laura) French of Racine, David French (DJ) of Racine; her seven grandchildren, Will (Jennifer) French, Rob French, Stephen (Namyoung Kim) Kis, Megan Kis, Jennifer, Rachel and Sam French; sisters and brothers, Norbert (Shirley) Larsen of CO, James Larsen of Venice, FL; sisters-in-law,  Carol Larsen of Racine, Laurel Hoag of Sierra Vista, AZ, Bonnie French of Racine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her siblings, Warren, Howard, Richard, William and Margaret; and her son-in-law, Bob Kis.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Edward Catholic Church, 1401 Grove Ave., Monday, September 10, 2012, at noon, with Rev. Allen J. Bratkowski officiating. Private interment will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church from 10:30 a.m. until time of Mass at noon. Memorials to St. Edward Catholic Church have been suggested.

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Robert M. Lewis Jr.

Robert M. Lewis, Jr., known to many as “Sarge,” age 73, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 6, 2012, at his residence. He was born in Racine, February 14, 1939, son of the late Robert and Irene ( Nee: Beyer) Lewis.

Robert attended Wm Horlick High School and at the age of 17 joined the U.S. Army. He served for four years stationed in Korea. On January 16, 1960, at Gethsemane Lutheran Church he was united in marriage to Judith Ann Lewis, who preceded him in death on August 26, 2007. Robert retired from J.I. Case IH and was a member of the J.I. Case Twenty-Year Club. Robert and Judee were drum corps fans and Robert was a bus driver for the Kilties from 1978-1982. Together they also enjoyed many trips to Las Vegas. Robert was active with Wisconsin Vets Day Inc and had served as State Chair. He was also an active fundraiser and supporter of the Union Grove Veterans Home and NOK events. Although he was an avid Green Bay Packers fan, he most importantly was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his children, Shelly (Jim) Bent, Robert (Melissa) Lewis III; six grandchildren, Jenna and Michael Bent, Natashia (Bill) Griese, Heather, Robby and Nicholas Lewis; two great-grandchildren, Taylor and Vincent Griese; brothers, Richard (Rosemary) Lewis, Ronald Lewis; step-sister, Teri (Richard) Rowley; half-brother, Brian Giese; mother-in-law, Esther Hermansen; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Pat Peterson,, Harold (Lori) Hermansen Jr.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Harold Hermansen Sr.

Funeral services will be held a week from Monday, on Monday, September 17, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. at the funeral home with Reverend John Fleming officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Town of Dover. Relatives and friends may meet on Monday, Sept. 17, at 9 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Union Grove Veterans Home have been suggested.

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Virginia 'Ginni' M. (Ruetz) Guendel

Virginia “Ginni” M. Guendel, age 59, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at her home. Ginni was born in Racine on July 2, 1953, daughter of the late George and Etta Rose (Nee: Jacobsen) Ruetz.

She was a graduate of St. Catherine’s High School. Ginni started her work career and became a part owner of All Tool Sales Inc., working there for 40 years alongside her beloved father, who founded the company, and her siblings.

Ginni’s most cherished moments were when she spent time with her son, Christopher; his wife, Becky; and grandson, Caden. In her spare time she was involved with the R.E.S.T. program; she had a remarkable compassion for people. Ginni also loved spending time up north at “The Haven” and in Arizona by the pool. She will be dearly missed.

Ginni is survived by her son, Christopher (Becky) Guendel and grandson, Caden Guendel, all of Phoenix, AZ; best friend, Jay Haertel; brothers, William Ruetz, Richard (Krys) Ruetz, all of Racine, James (Karen) Ruetz of Oak Creek; sister, Rosemary Thornton of Racine; father of Christopher, Doug Guendel of Des Moines, IA; along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her father and mother.

Relatives and friends may meet with the family on Sunday, September 9, 2012, at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Following the visitation, everyone is welcome to meet at Mike and Angelo’s, 6214 Washington Ave., to celebrate Ginni’s life and cheer on her favorite team, the Green Bay Packers.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, September 10, 2012, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6400 Spring St., with Rev. Terrance J. Huebner officiating. Visitation will also be held at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m. Private interment will be held. Memorials to Habitat for Humanity or the charity of choice have been suggested.

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803 Main St., Racine  (262) 634-7888

Margaret Maxine (Dressen) Hass

Margaret Maxine Hass, age 90, passed away Monday, September 3, 2012, at Lakeshore Manor.  Margaret was born in Tyler, Minnesota, on May 5, 1922, daughter of the late Edward W. and Johanna (Nee: McDonald) Dressen.

On June 22, 1943, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Waverly, Minnesota, she was united in marriage to George R. Hass, who preceded her in death on August 27, 2011.  They moved to Wisconsin in October of 1949.  Margaret taught grades 1-8 in a one-room school in Minnesota for several years.  Following her marriage and move to Wisconsin she was employed by Racine Plating and Western Printing where she worked for 30 years until her retirement in 1987.

She was an active member of St. Edward Catholic Church for almost 60 years and was a member of their Altar Society. Margaret was also a member of the Catholic Women’s Club.  Margaret volunteered with the Hospital Auxiliary, delivered Meals on Wheels for over 20 years and was actively involved with the St. Edward’s Cookie Walk.  Her hobbies included knitting, counted cross-stitch, sewing, cooking, reading, scrapbooking and playing bridge.  She was a member of the bridge clubs at Humble Park Community Center and Sacred Heart and St. Patrick parishes.  Above all, it was sixty-eight years of marriage and her family that gave her the most joy.  She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her children, Judith (Honorable Wayne) Marik, James (Nancy) Hass, all of Racine; grandchildren, Jennifer Marik (Kurt Gardner) of Brooklyn, NY, Peter (Maira) Marik of Wauwatosa, Dr. Patricia Marik of Milwaukee, Gina Hass of San Diego, CA, and Benjamin Hass and his fiancé, Erin Collins of Oakland, CA; great-grandchildren, Stefan, Lukas and Zakary Marik and Margaret Gardner; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.  In addition to her parents and husband, George, she was preceded in death by her brother, Cyril (Maryann) Dressen.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 14, 2012, at 11 a.m. at St. Edward Catholic Church, 1401 Grove Ave., with Rev. Allen J. Bratkowski officiating.   Relatives and friends may meet with the family Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at 11 a.m.  Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.

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Raymond C. Therkelsen Sr.

Raymond C. Therkelsen Sr., age 80, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012, in Mauston, WI. Raymond was born in Racine on October 6, 1931, son of the late John and Magnilda (Nee: Jensen) Therkelsen Sr.

During the Korean Conflict Raymond proudly served in the United States Air Force as a supplies specialist. Before his retirement, Raymond was employed by Jacobsen Textron for over thirty-five years. In 2005 Raymond moved to Mauston. He was a past member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church and Ducks Unlimited. Mechanically inclined, Raymond enjoyed tinkering with clocks, locks, radios and tractors. He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his six children, Cathleen (Kurt) Gorman, Kelly Martinez, Sandra (Dennis) Beckett of Racine, Raymond Therkelsen Jr., Sheila Lucas, Ronald Therkelsen (fiancée, Lynn ), of Mauston; his six grandchildren, Tara Therkelsen (Jason Jonas), Tasha Maresh (Joe Slusar), Matthew Martinez, Frank DeLaCruz, Rachel DeLaCruz, Arthur Lucas; five great-grandchildren, Tyler, Ethan, Camryn, Andrea and Ava; sisters, Margaret “Peggy” Kastensen of Franksville, Carol Lee of Racine; brother, Bruce (Darlene) Therkelsen of Kenosha; sister-in-law, Ruth Therkelsen of Racine; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, John Jr., Erwin, Richard; and sisters, Elaine LaFrania and Lois Broe.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment with full military honors will follow at the Southern Wisconsin Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, Town of Dover. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m.

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Phyllis M. (Costuma) Derrick

Kenosha -- Phyllis M. Derrick, age 88, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2012, at Grande Prairie Health and Rehabilitation Center, Pleasant Prairie, WI.  Phyllis was born in Queens Village, Long Island, New York, on May 4, 1924, daughter of the late Phillip W. and Carolyn (Nee:  Murray) Costuma.

Phyllis graduated from Plainfield, NJ, high school and attended Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg, Virginia. She than joined the Nurses Cadet Corps at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. She moved to Chicago at the age of 22 and met her future husband, Frank, on a blind date.

On August 27, 1949, at St. Barbara’s Catholic Church in Brookfield, IL, she was united in marriage to Francis “Frank” J. Derrick, After their marriage, Frank and Phyllis moved to Plainfield, New Jersey, to be close to parents as they started their family. Phyllis will be fondly remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Phyllis enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved playing games and enjoyed making cards with her friends. Phyllis had an amazing sense of humor and could light up a room. She will be missed.

Phyllis is survived  by her three sons, Stephen (Rhonda) Derrick of Florence, AL, Michael (Linda) Derrick of Palm Coast, FL, Kevin (Lisa) Derrick of Pleasant Prairie; as well as five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.  Her husband Frank who passed away on November 26, 2010, preceded her in death.

A Memorial Service for Phyllis will be held at Crossway Community Church, 13905 75th St., Bristol, WI,  at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, September 14, 2012.

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Delores F. 'Dee' (McGlone) Kolterman

Delores F. Kolterman, age 83, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2012, at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center.  Dee was born in Ladysmith, WI, on May 29, 1928, daughter of the late John P. and Mary (Nee: Bornong) McGlone.

On October 8, 1966, in Ladysmith, WI, Delores was united in marriage to Thomas F. Kolterman. For many years, Dee was employed by Blunt Ellis & Loewi, most recently known as Kemper Group.  She was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, where she stayed active in the Women’s Group.

Surviving are her husband, Tom; sisters, Mary Gregor and Elaine McGlone; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Roger Albus, Gordon Kolterman, Flora Kolterman, Kathleen (Stan) Bird; nieces, nephews and dear friends. In addition to her parents, she also was preceded in death by her brother, John “Mickey” McGlone; and sisters, Veronica Tremblay and Margaret Albus.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, September 7, 2012, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 6400 Spring St., with Rev. Terrance Huebner officiating.  Relatives and friends are welcome to meet with the family for visitation on Friday at the church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass.

A very special thank you to all of the caregivers at Wheaton Franciscan for their loving and compassionate care.

Maresh-Meredith and Acklam Funeral Home
803 Main St., Racine  (262) 634-7888