Obituaries

Jul 22, 2023

Valerie L. Caithamer, 63 of Lake Geneva, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at her home. She was born on February 9th, 1960, the daughter of the late Jack and Joanne (Engman) Cornes. Valerie loved music and attending concerts. She's been to hundreds of concerts in her lifetime. Valerie owned Spirit of Grooming, with her daughter,...

Jul 22, 2023

James "Jim" W. Walsh, 84 of Williams Bay, WI, passed away on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Sherwood Lodge in Williams Bay.  He was born February 5, 1939 in Chicago, IL, to the late Walter and Clara (George) Walsh.  Jim owned and operated Badger Music in Elkhorn, WI and the Palace Bar and Restaurant in Burlington, WI.  He was...

Jul 19, 2023

Theodore R. Borowski, age 91, of Burlington, WI, died on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, in the comfort of his home. Son of the late Theodore and Mildred (Rasmussen) Borowski, Ted was born on March 20, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War aboard his beloved ship, the USS Remey. He was...

Jul 18, 2023

Christopher L. Mann age 48 from East Troy, WI died on Tuesday July 18, 2023 in East Troy, WI.  Chris was born on April 21, 1975 in Elkhorn, WI; the son of Larry and Laura (Carlson) Mann.  A graduate of UW Stevens Point with a degree in Environmental Restoration; Chris started his own conservation business; Kettle Moraine Land Stewards;...

Jul 14, 2023

James R Lasko age 76 of Twin Lakes, WI died July 14, 2023. He was born on February 21, 1947. The son of the late Frank and Ruth (Klopp) Lasko. On June 4, 1988, he was united in marriage to his wife Kathleen. He worked for many years in Construction and was a union member of Local 934 Kenosha...

Jul 13, 2023

Charles M. Bushbaum, age 37, of Silver Lake, WI died July 13, 2023, while on vacation with family.  He was born in Elgin, IL on December 30, 1985, to  Michael and Doris "Dody" (Klatkiewicz) Bushbaum.  On May 24, 2008, in Huntley, IL, he was united in marriage to Erin D. Black.

Charlie enjoyed playing computer games.  He...

Jul 9, 2023

Mattie Susie Osborn age 77 of Antioch, IL died July 9, 2023, at her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Claiborne, Tennessee on February 5, 1946.  The daughter of the late Louis and Lillie (King) Lowe.

During her life she enjoyed gardening and bowling.  She loved birds and collected Owl figurines.  Mattie was...

Jul 8, 2023

Gerald Lee Bauman "Jet", 84, passed away Saturday 7/8/2023 at Kindred Hearts in Elkhorn, WI.  A Father, grandfather, husband, brother, son, and Veteran, he was born to Ruth and Carl Bauman in Genoa City, WI 11/15/1938.

Jerry's childhood years were filled with hunting, fishing, exploring the wilderness and yes, school by mandate. Building things began at an...

Jul 7, 2023

Mathilda "Tilly" A.C. Stier age 85 of Elkhorn, WI died on Friday July 7, 2023 at Ridgestone Gardens in Elkhorn, WI.  Mathilda was born on March 10, 1938 in Holland; daughter of the late Theodore and Hendrika (Gerritts) Rutten.  Mathilda moved with her family to the U.S. in 1955 at the age of 17.  She finished out her high...

Jul 7, 2023

Larry W. Knull, 73 of Lake Geneva, WI, passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 at Mercy Hospital in Janesville, WI.  He was born June 26, 1950, the son of the late Elno "Fritz" and Lois (Matthews) Knull.  Larry worked for Walworth Woodcrafters with his Dad, Northern Propane and also was a truck driver from semi's to dump trucks...

Jul 4, 2023

Michael W Lyden Sr age 67 of Pell Lake, WI died July 4, 2023.  He was born on October 3, 1955.  The son of the late William and Mary (Bohlke) Lyden.  On July 21, 1979, he was united in marriage to Irmgard Grabowsky who preceded him in death.

During his life he loved to go fishing, was...

Jul 2, 2023

Glen Suttman, 74 of Port St. Lucie, FL and Delavan, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at his home in Delavan.  He was born January 25, 1949 in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Royal and June (Brand) Suttman.  Glen was united in marriage to Judith Seifert on March 23, 1968 in Milwaukee, WI.  He...

Jul 1, 2023

Kirsten A. Schellin age 42 of Sheboygan, WI died at her home on July 1, 2023.  Kirsten was born on September 9, 1980; daughter of Roger and Glenda (Hilbrands) Schellin. Kirsten was born in Brookfield, WI and grew up with her family in Wauwatosa, where she attended Gloria Dei Bethesda Lutheran School.  In 1992 her family moved to Elkhorn...

Jun 29, 2023

Doris Lucille Campbell, 95 of Janesville, WI, was called Home by her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 29, 2023.  She was born on April 4, 1928 in Richmond, Il, the daughter to the late Henry J. and Vera (Waller) Schultz. Doris was united in marriage to James Brown Campbell IV on April 26, 1947 in Elgin, IL.

Jun 28, 2023

Lawrence "Larry" J. Nettesheim 75 of Elkhorn, WI died on Wednesday June 28, 2023 surrounded by his family.  Larry was born on February 10, 1948, the youngest son of Alvin and Dorothy (McCaffrey) Nettesheim; often referred to as "Babe" by his siblings to signify his difference in age.  Larry grew up in Elkhorn, farming with his family. Their farm...

Jun 25, 2023

Rickey R Nix age 76 of Salem, WI died June 25, 2023.  He was born in Groesbeck, Texas on January 5, 1947.  The son of the late Billy and Tommye (Richter) Nix.  On December 29, 1995, he was united in marriage to Arlene Buffa.   He served in the United States Army and worked as a Plumber at Great Lakes...

Jun 22, 2023

John P. Zick Jr., aged 81, of Twin Lakes, WI, passed away on June 22, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He was born on May 16, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to the late John and Valerie (Dudek) Zick Sr. On May 10, 1980, he married Doreen Vodvarka in Palos Hills, IL. John worked at Solar...

Jun 19, 2023

Dolores "Dee" A. McBride, 88 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Monday, June 19, 2023 at Holton Manor.  She was born September 9, 1934 in Ohio, the daughter to the late Everett and Mary Alice Danals.  She was united in marriage to John "Jack" McBride.  Dee worked for the Lakeland School for over 30 years and loved her time...

Jun 17, 2023

Esther L. Stevenson, 94, of Bradenton, FL, passed away June 17, 2023. Esther was born April 19, 1929, in Genoa City, WI, the daughter of the late August and Lydia (Schwante) Tesch.

She is survived by her son, Dale (Joni) Kessler ; daughter, Sue (Ronald) Wille; stepsons, Billy (Vicki) Stevenson and Roy Stevenson; daughter-in-law, Brenda Stevenson; brother,...

Jun 16, 2023

David William Kriosfky, 66, of Lake Geneva, passed away peacefully into the presence of Jesus, June 16th, 2023, while in the arms of his wife, Donna.

He was born January 5th, 1957, in Burlington, WI, to Kenneth and Carol (Collings) Kriofsky.

David graduated from Wilmot High School, Wilmot, WI, in 1975.

He worked...