OBITUARIES

Apr 28, 2010

Martha Melinda Polacek, age 71 of Westfield, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 28th, 2010 at the Hospice House in Baraboo. She was born on March 6th, 1939 in Coloma, Wisconsin to August and Gwendolyn Wruck. Martha graduated from Westfield High School in 1957. She attended the University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point graduating with a degree in education...

Apr 25, 2010

Biography Rose Marie Turgeon, age 78 died on April 25th, 2010 at Berlin Memorial Hospital. She was born May 23rd,1931, and was the daughter of Rosalie and Edward Yert. In her adult life she traveled to many places, but she always considered Kenosha, WI her home. After residing in Kenosha for many years, Rose moved to the Montello area in...

Apr 15, 2010

John Rodger Hamilton, age 70 of Westfield, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, April 15, 2010 at home. He was born on February 12, 1940, Township of Westfield to John T. and Elizabeth (Rodger) Hamilton. John graduated from Westfield High School in 1957. He married Sharon Nutting on September 9, 1961 in Westfield. John worked...

Apr 9, 2010

Rita Margaret Cacic, age 78 of Packwaukee, WI passed away peacefully at her home with her daughters by her side on Friday, April 9th 2010. Her death was the result of a stroke suffered on March 26th. She is survived by five children; Kathryn (Mark Meixensperger) Cacic of DeForest, WI, Donna (Dave) Cacic Wissbaum of Pardeeville, WI, Linda Schultz of...

Apr 2, 2010

Rachel Ann Kopchinski, age 40 of Westfield, passed away on Friday April 2, 2010 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield. She was born on December 12, 1969 in Milwaukee, daughter of Rudy and Sharon (Iraci) Kopchinski. Rachel worked as a Journeyman Plumber for 18 years with Plumbers Local Union 75 of Milwaukee. She loved to ride her Harley and cared deeply...

Apr 1, 2010

Shirley Ann Mallon, age 74 of Westfield, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2010 at Appleton Medical Center. She was born on January 29, 1936 in North Leeds, WI, daughter of the late Sylvia Gallagher. Shirley was raised by her late beloved aunt and uncle Elizabeth and Alvin Halverson. She was united in marriage to Dean Mallon on May 2,...

Mar 20, 2010

Michael F. Zagar, age 80 of Fond du Lac, formerly of Montello, passed away on Saturday, March 20, 2010 at St. Agnes Hospital, Fond du Lac. He was born on July 12, 1929 in Milwaukee, son of the late Michael and Josephine (Rasbornik) Zagar. Michael married Audrey S. Greenwald (Daniels) on July 10, 1965 in Milwaukee. Michael was drafted...

Mar 9, 2010

Cody James Pederson, age 12 of Westfield/Oxford, passed away on Tuesday, March 9, 2010. He was born on July 25, 1997 in Portage. Cody attended Oxford Elementary School where he was in the 6th grade. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, traveling and had many other interests. Survivors include his dad, Kevin (Donna) Pederson, Westfield; his mom, Diane (Rob) Stevens, Oxford;...

Mar 3, 2010

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Guadalupe O’Matta, age 91 of Coloma, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at his home. He was born on August 14, 1918 in San Antonio, Texas. He married Maria de la Luz Ortega on January 17, 1976 in Adams-Friendship. Guadalupe was a member of the United States Navy, proudly serving in WW II, U.S. Naval Reserves,...

Feb 28, 2010

Send Flowers Hance H. Russell June 29, 1927 - February 28, 2010

Hance H. Russell, age 82 of Montello/Westfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 28, 2010 in his Montello home. He was born on June 29, 1927, Township of Westfield, son of the late Francis and Lillian (Breitenfelt) Russell. Hance proudly served his country...

Feb 3, 2010

Faith “Granny” I. Torkilsen, age 72 of Harrisville, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 3, 2010 at her home. She was born on September 14, 1937 in Racine, daughter of the late Walter and Irma Kotoff. Faith married Marvin L. Torkilsen on October 1, 1955 in Racine, he preceded her in death on November 13, 1997. She enjoyed making handmade...

Jan 30, 2010

Kathleen Priebe, age 70 of Westfield, passed away on Saturday, January 30, 2010 at her home. She was born on December 20, 1939 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Richard and Eleanor Kuhl. Kathy was married to Kenneth Priebe, he preceded her in death in 1985. She was member of the Red Hat Society, serving as Queen Mum and a...

Jan 27, 2010

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Warren E. Zack, age 90 of Westfield, passed away on Wednesday, January 27, 2010 at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo. He was born on February 6, 1919 in Chicago, son of the late John and Vera Zack. Survivors: Daughter - Nancy (Gene) Gibellina, Westfield Son - Warren "Butch" Zack, Westfield Warren's wishes were to be cremated. No services...

Jan 22, 2010

Biography Elaine J. Kruger, age 80 of Westfield, passed away on Friday, January 22, 2010 at Montello Care Center. She was born on June 14, 1929 in Harrisville, daughter of the late Gustav and Esther (Klawitter) Persack. Elaine graduated from Westfield High School in 1947. She married Jack Kruger on December 18, 1952 in Harrisville. Elaine worked for many years...

Jan 11, 2010

Send Flowers Ashton Fredrick Zuehls

October 9, 2009 - January 11, 2010

Ashton Fredrick Zuehls, age 3 months of Montello, passed away on Monday, January 11, 2010 at Divine Savior Hospital, Portage. He was born on October 9, 2009 in Portage to Zeb and Melanie Zuehls. Ashton was with us only for a short time but he...

Dec 26, 2009

Earl E. Werner, age 78 of Westfield, passed away at his son’s home in Wauseon, Ohio on Saturday, December 26, 2009. He was born on May 1, 1931, Township of Springfield, son of the late Earl and Clara (Otto) Werner. Earl married Iris J. Needham on December 28, 1956, she preceded him in death on November 4, 1973. He...

Dec 26, 2009

Rev. Arne H. Waldemar died unexpectedly at the age of 95 on December 26, 2009 in his home at Harris Villa, Westfield. Arne had been in good health and had spent Christmas Day with his daughter, son-in-law and other family members for the Annual Family Christmas celebration. In the morning on December 26, he suffered a massive stroke which...

Dec 22, 2009

Eleanor R. Krivanek, age 85 of Packwaukee, passed away on Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at Divine Savior Hospital, Portage. She was born on August 28, 1924 in Marquette County to George and Ida (Labrenz) Becraft. She married Edmund E. Krivanek on April 5, 1958 in Montello, he preceded her in death on March 14, 1997. A graveside service for...

Dec 20, 2009

Cornelia “Connie” Louise Teske, age 93 of Westfield, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2009 at Northview Gardens, Portage. She was born on August 9, 1916 in Wautoma, daughter of the late, August and Ella (Dretzke) Weckwerth. Connie graduated from Wautoma High School in 1934 and attended Waushara County Normal in 1935. She married Harvey T. Teske on September...

Dec 1, 2009

Send Flowers Gladys O. Krueger February 9, 1919 - December 1, 2009

Gladys O. Krueger, age 90 of Harrisville, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at Harris Villa, Township of Harris. She was born on February 9, 1919 in Township of Harris, daughter of the late Ernest and Anna (Klimke) Thalacker. Gladys was baptized on March 2, 1919,...