Obituaries

Sep 7, 2018

Carolyn B. Gramley, age 98, of Elkhorn, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully Friday, September 7, 2018 at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center. She was born April 21, 1920, in Tuscola, Illinois, the daughter of Cecilia and Clarence Bell. She married Marvin Gramley on June 11, 1971, in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. Carolyn graduated from Champaign High School and attended the University of...

Sep 6, 2018

Thyra Lynn Broten, age 57, of Ingleside, IL, passed away Thursday morning, September 6, 2018 at the Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital in McHenry, IL.

The former Thyra Lynn Bauman was born on September 24, 1960 in Burlington, WI, the daughter of Ronald J. Bauman and Judith Aughinbaugh.  On May 18, 2008 at All Saints Lutheran Church in...

Sep 6, 2018

Christopher "Chris" D. Thomazin: 37, of Elkhorn, WI died unexpectedly Thursday September 6, 2018 at his residence.  He was born February 22, 1981 in Manhattan, Kansas the son of Curtis W. and Carla K. (Marchant) Thomazin.  Chris was employed with Accurate Housing Systems of East Troy, WI.  He enjoyed the great outdoors, hunting, fishing and auto racing.  His greatest...

Sep 1, 2018

Barbara K. Schuren, age 75, of Genoa City, WI, passed away Saturday evening, September 1, 2018 at the Bay of Burlington in Burlington, WI.

The former Barbara Kay McKenny was born on January 4, 1943 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late James Arthur and Lorraine O'Dell McKenny.  Barbara attended Lake Forest College for 4 years. ...

Aug 31, 2018

Bradley "Skip" D. Holz: 62, of Lake Geneva formerly of Elkhorn, WI died unexpectedly Friday August 31, 2018 at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center.  He was born in Glenview, IL on September 27, 1955 the son of the late George H. and Lorraine (Venice) Holz.  Skip loved to listen to music for hours, he had a infectious laugh and enjoyed...

Aug 30, 2018

Gale P. Ryczek, 70, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Thursday, August 30, 2018. Born in Portage, WI on April 1, 1948, he was the son of Bernard and Lucille (Delmore) Ryczek. Gale was raised in Lyndon Station and graduated from Madonna High School in 1966. He furthered his education with a Bachelor of Science...

Aug 30, 2018

Robert Charles Conklin age 81 died August 30, 2018. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 19, 1937. The son of Levi and Eugena [Bort] Conklin. He was united in Marriage to Shirley G Conant who preceded him in death. He worked many years as a Press Operator for American Motors.

He is survived by his...

Aug 29, 2018

Sharon G. Nazarowski, age 77 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Tender Reflections in Elkhorn, WI. She was born Sharon Gail McNeela on June 17, 1941 in Midlothain, Illinois, the daughter of the late Jack and Nora (Ryan) McNeela.  Sharon was united in marriage to Anthony "Tony" S. Nazarowski on August 14, 1979...

Aug 29, 2018

Elkhorn, WI: Alvin H. Susina 76, passed away peacefully on Wednesday August 29, 2018, at his home after a 9 month courageous battle with cancer.  He was born in Elgin, IL to the late Joseph and Lydia (Lenschow) Susina on February 24, 1942.  At age 3 Alvin and his family moved to Elkhorn, WI when they purchased their farm...

Aug 29, 2018

Bernadine "Bunny" M. Hipchen, 85 of Delavan, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 29, 2018 at Ridgestone Gardens. She was born October 15, 1932 in Chicago, IL, the son of the late James and Marie (Gall) Guzzey.  Bunny was united in marriage to John "Hip" C. Hipchen. She enjoyed spending time outdoors tending to her garden. Bunny was...

Aug 27, 2018

Chad E. Steen; 45, of Elkhorn, WI died unexpectedly Monday August 27, 2018 at his residence.  He was born January 13, 1973 in Aurora IL the son of Mary D. Murphy and the late Hilbert E. Steen.  Chad attended St. Patrick's grade school and graduated from Elkhorn Area High School with the Class of 1991, he then earned a...

Aug 27, 2018

Marsha J. Dopke, 81 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 27, 2018 at East Troy Manor.  She was born January 27, 1937 in Beloit, WI, the daughter to the late Col. Fayette and Beatrice (Schutze) Merriman.  Marsha was an army brat moving all around the United States and living in China during her childhood. Marsha married...

Aug 26, 2018

Rene (Ray Ray) De Lacruz age 52 of Randall, WI. Died August 26, 2018.   He was born in Hinsdale, Il on June 5, 1966.  The son of Victoria Martinez.   He worked as a cook at the Packer Inn in Silver Lake, WI.   During his life he enjoyed fishing, dancing and cooking.

He is survived by his mother...

Aug 25, 2018

Linda Mary (Okey) Wirtz, 77, of Watertown, formerly of Elkhorn, WI, died Saturday, August 25, 2018. She was born December 9, 1940 in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Clyde and Vivian (Schwartzhoff) Okey. After graduating from high school, Linda earned her nursing degree from St. Anthony's in Rockford, IL, starting a lifelong career caring for others both professionally and...

Aug 24, 2018

Timothy M. Barrera, 47, aka Smoochie, of Lake Geneva, WI died on Friday August 24, 2018 at UW Hospital of Madison surrounded by his family.  Timothy was born on April 1, 1971, son of Saul and Elvia (Olivas) Barrera.  Some of Timothy's favorite things were fishing, rock music, and Packer Football. He was also a very devoted family man,...

Aug 22, 2018

Anthony Joseph Kurowski Jr age 65 of Salem Lakes, WI formerly of Johnsburg, IL Died August 22, 2018.   He was born on December 21, 1952 in Chicago, IL.   The son of the late Anthony and Clara (Lorkiewicz) Kurowski Sr.

On May 24, 1986 at Nativity Lutheran Church in Wonder Lake, IL, he was united in marriage to...

Aug 19, 2018

Patricia J. Beane, 90 of Delavan, WI, passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at Holton Manor in Elkhorn. She was born March 17, 1928, the daughter of the late Albert and Lydia (Langer) Hoelzel. Patricia was married to John F. Beane, who preceded her in death in 1986. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends in Westfield...

Aug 18, 2018

Margaret "Maggie" V. Wynn, 81 of Delavan, WI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at her home in Delavan, WI. She was born September 16, 1936. Margaret loved music and singing. Her favorite artist was Elvis Presley. Margaret attended VIP Services for many years starting in 1991. She cherished her time spent there and the many good...

Aug 17, 2018

Karrie B. Larson 58 of East Troy, WI died unexpectedly at her home on Friday August 17, 2018.  Karrie was born on March 11, 1960 in Buffalo, MN, daughter of the late James and Marian (Vergin) Larson.  Karrie moved to the Southeastern Wisconsin area as a child and has remained in the area all of her life.  She loved...

Aug 17, 2018

DaleAnn Taylor 58 of Elkhorn, WI died unexpectedly on Friday August 17, 2018 at her home.  DaleAnn was born on November 3, 1959, daughter of the late Dale and Anna (Novelli) Taylor.  DaleAnn enjoyed being a member of the YMCA, and enjoyed taking walks.  She also played board games every third Sunday night at the Pizza Ranch in Elkhorn...