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Heindel, Gladys O.
MIDDLETON - Gladys Marie (Olson) Heindel, 83 years of age, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2008 after an extended illness. She was born on Nov. 3, 1924, in Ames, Iowa, the youngest of 10 children of Norwegian immigrants Alexander Christopher Olson and Signe Tomine Tennesen Olson. After graduating from Ames High School in 1941, Gladys worked as a telephone operator for the phone company in Ames. She was also employed by the Selective Service System Local Board for Story County, Iowa from 1942 to 1944. It was in Ames where she met her husband-to-be, Albert D. Heindel, while he was attending Iowa State College. Gladys and Albert wed on April 17, 1944. On Nov. 8, 1945 Gladys and Albert became the parents of their first daughter Betty Jo while Albert was in the Army stationed at Camp Swift in Bastrop, Texas. In 1952 the family moved to Greenfield, Ind., then to Madison, Wis. in 1954, and to Middleton, Wis. in 1960. In 1955 and 1957 Gladys gave birth to their two sons, and in 1961 gave birth to their second daughter. Of all the accomplishments in her life, Gladys was most proud of raising her four children. She was a secretary at the Dane County Memorial Coliseum from 1973 until her retirement in 1989. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, solving crossword puzzles and cryptograms, and had a voracious appetite for reading mystery books. She is survived by her sons, Steven (Michelle) of Middleton and William (Lisa) of Westport/Providence, R.I.; her daughter, Jeanne of Madison; her grandchildren, David (Kara) Newton of Oregon, Lynne (David) Johnson of Oregon, Elizabeth Heindel and Theresa Heindel of Westport; her great-grandchildren, Erikajo Johnson, Nathan Newton, and Erin Newton. Gladys was predeceased by her loving husband of 56 years, Albert in 2000; her daughter, Betty Jo Heindel Newt
on in 1982; and her parents and siblings. A private funeral service was held for the family and close friends. Mom was always very appreciative of all those who helped her during her illness, and the family would like to thank Dr. Peter M. Thurlow, Dr. David L. Hei, Karen Huseby-Moore N.P. and all the staff at the UW Oncology Clinic, the staff at Attic Angel Place, and the staff at the Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center for their wonderful care.
The woods are lovely, dark, and deep, but I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep, and miles to go before I sleep. - Robert Frost
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 6021 University Ave. (608) 238-8406
Hoesly, Robert M.
NEW GLARUS - Mr. Robert M. Hoesly, age 83, of New Glarus, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. He was born on Oct. 8, 1924, the son of Clarence J. and Amelia Schiesser Hoesly in New Glarus. Robert was a 1942 graduate of New Glarus High School and was the first Eagle Scout from New Glarus. On May 16, 1948, he was united in marriage to Olga Leiser from Monroe. He farmed on the family farm all of his life. Robert was a member of the Swiss United Church of Christ in New Glarus and served as a consistory member. In 1970, he was elected to the Green County Board and served as chairman for 28 years. He also served on the New Glarus Town Board for more than 40 years and the Bank of New Glarus Board of Directors for more than 22 years. Robert served as a director of the Wisconsin Counties Association and the County Mutual Insurance Corporation. He also served on numerous agricultural and land conservation committees. Survivors include his wife, Olga; son, Jim (Jody) Hoesly of New Glarus; daughters, JoAnn (Gary) Aebly of Verona and Mary (Reiner) Klawiter of Aspen Colo.; grandchildren, Brian (Amy) Aebly, Melanie (Courtney) Corning, Timothy (Jessica) Aebly, Melissa Leib, Steffi and Katrina Klawiter, Michelle, Carolyn, and Jack Gibbs, and Milo Hoesly; great-grandchildren, Bryce and Payton Corning and Spencer Aebly; a sister, Lorene Benzel of Belvidere, Ill.; and many friends. Robert was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Barbara Hoesly Leib. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008, at the SWISS UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 18 5th Ave., New Glarus, with the close personal friend, Father Tom Campion officiating. Burial will be in the Swiss Church cemetery. Robert instilled his love for the farm in his children and grandchildren who enjoyed working side-by-side with him through the years. Throughout his life, he cherished his many personal relationships with family and friends. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established. The Zentner-Beal Funeral Home of New Glarus, Wis. is serving the family.
Johnson, James Allen
MADISON - James A. Johnson, age 75, died on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. He was born on July 29, 1932, to Emil and Myrtle (Magnuson) Johnson in Chicago, Ill. Jim met his wife, Janice Norton, from Sioux City, Iowa at North Park College in Chicago. The two married
on Sept. 4, 1953 when Jim was a senior at Michigan State University. He studied forestry, and his twin brother studied engineering. In 1954, Jim was drafted. After training at Fort Smith, Ark., he was sent to Honolulu, Hawaii. Jim's twin was also stationed there, and their wives joined them. When Jim's tour of duty was over, he went back to Wisconsin and worked in the forestry division of the Department of Natural Resources. He was sent to be in charge of Walworth, Rock, and Kenosha counties. He later worked for Walworth Zoning and Planning office during which time he was instrumental in establishing a comprehensive zoning ordinance which included farmland preservation, green-spaces, groundwater protection and improved sanitation requirements. During this time, he returned to school, getting his master's degree in urban and regional planning. Much of his graduate work was based on what he was doing in Walworth County and he eventually was asked to head up the Farmland Preservation Unit for the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. The states newly enacted Farmland Preservation Laws were based on Jim's work in Walworth County. In 1978, Jim and his family moved to Madison. He retired early, in 1991, so he could return to forestry as a consultant and he did that until his health required that he retire. In 1991, Jim was a recipient of the Wisconsin Idea Award in Agriculture. He has served on many, many, committees over the years that were associated with forestry, zoning and planning, and was called on to give many speeches. Jim and Jan raised six children, a son and five daughters. When their son, Jimmy, was 19, he was killed when a drunk driver rammed head-on into the car he was riding in. Jimmy was a student at the Kendall School of Design in Grand Rapids, Mich. Jim spent a lot of time in Madison appearing before the legislative speaking in favor of tougher laws on drunk driving. He also wrote many letters pleading for tougher drunk driving laws. In his free time, Jim enjoyed golfing, fishing in Canada with his friends, and all sports, especially hiking. He also operated two Christmas tree farms. Jim is survived by his wife, Janice; his children, Carol Johnson; her daughters, Cristin and Kimberlee; Nancy (Dimitri) Tourtouropoulos; their children, Janice and Jonny; Sharon Kay Johnson; her children, Keely (Brian) Pace (children, Kitara and Leighton); Michael Justin, and Bethany (Byron) McDaniels (daughter, Keyera); Kathryn (Scott) Callaghan; their children, Peter (Therese) Callaghan (their children, Andrea and Sean); and Sandra Johnson; and her daughter, Marielle Johnson. Jim is also survived by his brothers, Paul Allen (Shirley) Johnson and Bill (Marianne) Johnson; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his son, James Allen Johnson Jr.; and his parents, Emil and Myrtle. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, July 4, 2008 at GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH, 5701 Raymond Road, Madison with the Rev. Brent Campbell officiating. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2008 at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the HospiceCare Foundation, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711; the Alzheimer's Association, South Central Wisc. Chapter, 517 N. Segoe Rd #301, Madison, WI 53705; or to the Covenant Harbor Bible Camp, 1724 W. Main St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147.
Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434
Larson, Cora A.
MADISON - Cora A. Larson, age 93, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2008, at HospiceCare Center. She was born on Dec. 15, 1914, the daughter of Andrew and Carrie (Hillestad) Bondehagen. Cora graduated from Stoughton High School in 1933. She met the love of her life, Raymond S. Larson, and they married
on Aug. 3, 1940, in Stoughton. They were married
for 65 plus years before his death. Cora danced through life, she met her husband on her way to a dance, and taught him to dance, "You walk forward and I'll walk backwards." Cora and Ray traveled and fished extensively throughout the U.S. She was an excellent seamstress and card player. Cora worked for the Wisconsin Bell as a telephone operator before World War II. She was a member of the Daughters of the Nile, Starlite Chapter No. 283 Order of the Eastern Star, where she held the office of secretary for many years, and a member of the Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ, Starlite Kitchen Band, the Nichols Square Dance Club, the Birthday Club and the Monona Senior Center. Cora is survived by her children, Robert (Eileen) Larson of Madison, Sharon (special friend, Rob Savage) Hennings of Monona, and Roger (Helen Schott) Larson of Madison; grandchildren, Greg (fiancee, Jennifer Wirtz), Karin Larson, Michael Hennings, Missy Hennings, Brittany Delahanty, Anne Larson and Julia Larson; siblings, Thomas Bondehagen of Banning, Calif., Marion Olson of Madison, Harold Bondehagen of Janesville and sister-in-law, Lois Larson of Santa Monica, Calif.; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond; parents; and sisters, Agnes Hanson and Janet Ward. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, on Monday, July 7, 2008, at 11 a.m. Burial will be at Forest Hill cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, July 6, 2008, from 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. followed by an Eastern Star service, and on Monday at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. A special thanks to the staff at HospiceCare Center for all of their wonderful care and support and to the Rev. Dr. Charles A. Wolfe for his spiritual support. The family requests memorials be made to Plymouth Congregational United Church of Christ.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Moffett, Cornealius
JOLIET, ILL. - Cornealius Moffett, age 23, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2008. Visitation services will be held Monday, July 5, 2008, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at SACRED HEART CHURCH on 337 S. Ottawa St. in Joliet, Ill. Service will begin at 11 a.m. Burial will follow. Range Funeral Home in Joliet, Ill. will be handling arrangements (815) 722-2215.
Neitzel, Elaine Hattie
MADISON - Elaine Hattie Neitzel, age 87, went home to be with her Lord and beloved husband, Carl, on Tuesday, July 1, 2008, after a brief stay at the HospiceCare Center. Elaine was born on Nov. 30, 1920, in Sullivan, the daughter of Theodore and Emma (Rehbaum) Gamm. She spent her growing up years in Watertown and moved to Madison in 1937. She graduated from Madison East High School in 1938. She was united in marriage to Carl Herman Neitzel on Dec. 28, 1941. She worked for many years in various office positions and then assisted her husband in his upholstery business. Elaine was a devoted member of Monona Lutheran Church, and until last year, a very active volunteer at the Bethesda House of Thrift. Elaine loved crochet and needlework and her wonderful handiwork will be cherished by family and friends for many years to come. In earlier years, she was also a very avid bowler and golfer, activities she so enjoyed with her husband and friends. She and her husband were also enthusiastic antique collectors. She also enjoyed card playing and in recent years, bingo. Elaine was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by all. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon (Dennis) Klipp of Rome, Maine; and two grandsons, Christopher (Helisha) Klipp of Mesquite, Texas and Eric Klipp of North Attleboro, Mass. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Carl; her parents, Theodore and Emma; two brothers, Roy and Wenzel; and great-grandson, Andrew. A funeral service will be held at MONONA EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 4411 Monona Drive, Monona, on Monday, July 7, 2008, at 11 a.m. There will be a visitation for family and friends prior to the service, beginning at 9:30 a.m., at the church. An interment service will be held at Sunset Memory Gardens, at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Monona Lutheran Church Building Fund or HospiceCare, Inc.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Orth, G. Lorraine
BLACK EARTH/ MUSCODA - G. Lorraine Orth, age 86 of Black Earth, died on Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Heartland Country Village. She was born Aug. 10, 1921, in Muscoda, to Will and Grace (Landon) Bobb. She married
Lambert J. Orth in 1941. He preceded her in death in 1977. Survivors include her children, Richard Orth of Madison, Opal Orth of Madison and Myron (Judy) Orth of Mount Horeb; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a sister, Ruth (Dr. Max) Barth of Madison; a daughter-in-law, Kay Orth of Colorado; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Bufford, Boyd and Paul. Funeral Services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008, at the ELLESTAD CAMACHO FUNERAL HOME, 1710 Center St., Black Earth, with the Rev. Jacqueline Sharer Robertson officiating. Burial will be at Muscoda cemetery. Friends may call from 9:30 a.m. until 10:20 a.m. on Monday at the ELLESTAD CAMACHO FUNERAL HOME in Black Earth. Lorraine's family would like to thank Heartland Country Village and its staff for the loving care and support to her and the family.
(608) 767-3684 (608) 437-5077
Witthuhn, Joyce E.
MCFARLAND - Joyce Elaine Witthuhn, age 81, passed away at her home, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, July 1, 2008. She was born in Fond du Lac on Aug. 7, 1926, a daughter of Arthur and Margaret (Manning) Baurichter. On Sept. 3, 1948, she was united in marriage to Glenn Harley Witthuhn in Fond du Lac. Joyce is remembered as a gentle selfless person, a soft spoken and consummate giver. She was a traditional homemaker, always there for her children and grandchildren. She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church in McFarland, a charter member of McFarland Lioness, and an active member of Wisconsin Telephone Pioneers. She had a quick wit and a keen sense of humor. She enjoyed knitting and loved reading. She is survived by seven children, Linda (Ken) Vind of McFarland, Sandy (Jim) Maurer of Apple Valley, Minn., David (Barbara O'Flahrity) Witthuhn of Reedsburg, Tom (Pat) Witthuhn of Bowling Green, Ky., Pat (Michael) Byrne of Park Ridge, Ill., Lisa (Marty) Peterson of McFarland and Laura (Erik) Ortega of Fredericksburg, Va.; 18 grandchildren, Paul (Nadine) and Bryan (Danielle) Vin, Angela (Brandon) Maurer-Green, Matt (Jessie), and Mike (Ronda) Maurer, Brooke (Shawn) Dorn, Kaitlan O'Flahrity, Kathy, Tim and Jeff Witthuhn, Samantha, Sean and Allison Byrne, Paige, Maya and Jada Peterson, and Haley and Harrison Ortega; three great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Ciera and Savannah Vind; sister, Alice Baldock; and sister-in-law, Kate Baurichter. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn in 1996; a sister, Marie Burnett; and brother, Donald Baurichter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, July 5, 2008, at 11 a.m. at CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5306 Main St., McFarland with Father D. Stephen Smith, celebrant. Burial will follow at Upper McFarland cemetery. The family will greet friends at church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made in Joyce's name to HospiceCare of Madison. Special thanks to Nikki and her entire team.
Olson-Holzhuter-Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 5801 Hwy 51 McFarland (608) 838-0655
Braun, Nadine
MADISON/ PITTSVILLE - Nadine Braun, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, died peacefully, surrounded by family, on June 30, 2008, at age 80. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Braun; and grandson, Jamie Martell. She is survived by a sister, Gloria Wilson of Deer Park, Texas; daughters, Sandy (Steve) Showers, Kathy Gammeter, Vickie Brings, and Lisa Braun; grandchildren, Dawn Toseff (Don), Matthew Toseff, Kim (Jason) Melms, Christina (Alphonso) Dean, Michelle (Todd) Stupar, Peter (Shanda) Martel, Tony (Rhiannon) Toseff, Joshua (Wendy) Toseff, and Andrew Gammeter; 20 great-grandchildren; and many other family and friends. She was beloved by all and will be missed greatly. Funeral Services will be held at BUCHANAN'S FUNERAL HOME, 5253 Second Ave., Pittsville, Wis. Flowers can be sent via Pittsville Flower Shop (715) 884-2177.
Breunig, Earl C.
WAUPACA/ MADISON - Earl C. Breunig, age 76, of Waupaca, formerly of Madison, died Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Bethany Home in Waupaca. A Funeral Mass will be held at the ST. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC CHURCH in Waupaca on Monday, July 7, 2008, at noon, with Father Brian Belongio, Celebrant. Interment will be in the St. Mary Magdalene Catholic cemetery in Waupaca. Friends may call at ST. MARY MAGDALENE CATHOLIC CHURCH in Waupaca on Monday morning from 10 a.m. until noon. A memorial has been established in the name of Earl C. Breunig. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. A complete obituary will appear in the Sunday edition of the Wisconsin State Journal.
Federer, Ruby I.
MADISON - Ruby I. (Stallman) Federer, age 88, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008, at Columbia Health Care Center. Ruby was born on Aug. 16, 1919, in Madison, the daughter of Nicholas and Matilda (Ortloff) Stallman. She worked as a cook for Mendota Mental Health Center. Ruby was a member of Lord of Love Lutheran Church in DeForest. Ruby is survived by her husband of 60 years, Arnold Federer; three sons, Paul (Betty) Federer of Sun Prairie, Bill (Anna) Federer of Endeavor, and Larry (Lynn) Federer of DeForest; daughter, Mary Federer of DeForest; granddaughter, Stacie (Bill) Prochaska; great-grandchildren, Brenna, Clark, and Morgan, all of Arena; and sister, Mary (Stallman) Buckley of DeForest. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Douglas Federer; and brother, Nick Stallman. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 2 p.m., on Monday, July 7, 2008, with the Rev. Jerry Ewings presiding. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Lord of Love Lutheran Church, DeForest or Olbrich Botanical Gardens. Special thanks to the entire staff of Columbia Health Care in Wyocena, especially Anna.
Think of Ruby as living in the hearts of those she touched, for nothing loved is ever lost and she was loved so much.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
Gannon, Francis
MIDDLETON - Francis Gannon, age 83, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2008. Funeral services will be held at GRACE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1 S. Rosa Road, Madison at 2 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2008. Family and friends may call on Monday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service at the church. A complete obituary will appear in the Sunday paper.
Gunderson West Funeral and Cremation Centers 7435 University Ave (608) 831-6761
