Obituaries

Nov 25, 2021

Reginald "Reg" F. Lidbury, 81 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away Thursday, November 25, 2021, at his home in Elkhorn, WI.  He was born March 3, 1940, in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Reginald and Dorothy (Kaczmarek) Lidbury.  Reg was united in marriage to Michalene "Mickie" Zuk on May 13, 1961, in Chicago, IL, where they lived for...

Nov 22, 2021

Michael D. Morrissey, 85 of Elkhorn, WI, died Monday, November 22, 2021, at his home.  He was born on November 12, 1936, in Fairfield, IA, the son of the late Charles J. and Lois E. (Klingbeil) Morrissey. Michael served in the United States Navy. He was united in marriage to Jean M. Walsh on July 23, 1960, in Wisconsin...

Nov 20, 2021

Joann B. Hummel, 80 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Ridgestone in Delavan, WI.  She was born December 27, 1940, the daughter of the late Bernard and Ann (Dumas) Hautzinger.  Joann was united in marriage to Carl "Gene" Hummel in August 27, 1965.  She was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church of Elkhorn....

Nov 19, 2021

Maria August Walbrandt, 83 of Elkhorn, WI, passed to her Loving Lord on November 19, 2021 at Agrace Hospice Care in Janesville surrounded by her immediate family.  She was born on March 12, 1938 in Chicago to John B and Sylvia Lindquist.  She graduated 2nd in her class of 500 from Calumet High School in 1955.  She attended the...

Nov 18, 2021

Dale C. Baugh, age 86, passed away on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at his home in Wheatland, WI.

Born on January 31, 1935, in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of Cecil and Evangeline Baugh. He attended schools in Kenosha and graduated from St. Catherine's High School in Racine. After high school, he enlisted in the United...

Nov 17, 2021

John Scott Ellsworth: 70, of Elkhorn, WI passed away unexpectedly at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center on 17 November 2021.  Sixteen months ago, John suffered multiple strokes.  Through hard work and diligence, John was able to regain much of what he lost and return home with the caring support of neighbors, friends, and family.  John, the son of Kenneth Lynn...

Nov 17, 2021

Long time Fontana resident Klaus Heinrich passed away peacefully at home after cheating death several times over the last several years.  A strong-willed Kraut, a character of his own, he lived life on his own terms. He also lived for family, good food, and good times.

He will be dearly missed by his family and all who...

Nov 16, 2021

Dennis J. Marino, age 77 formerly of New Munster, WI. died Tuesday November 16, 2021 at the Aurora Medical Center - Kenosha. Dennis James Marino was born on April 23, 1944 in Chicago, IL., the son of the late Lawrence and Grace Heim Marino.  On December 18, 1971 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in New Munster, WI. Dennis was...

Nov 16, 2021

Barbara Jean Martinson, 81 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Lakeland Health Care Center.  She was born April 12, 1940 in Stoughton, WI, the daughter of the late Melvin and Evelyn (Anderson) Martinson. Barbara worked as a waitress at the Townhouse and later at Abell's in Elkhorn.  She loved to host family gatherings and...

Nov 16, 2021

Charles "Chuck" O. Gabby, 83 of Powers Lake, WI, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at Fairhaven in Whitewater, WI.  He was born February 19, 1938 in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Merlin and Wilma Hope (McConnell) Gabby.  Chuck was united in marriage to Lorraine Masopust on June 6, 1959 in Chicago, IL.  Lorraine preceded him...

Nov 15, 2021

Dorothy "Dottie"  Ann Simes, 91 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away Monday, November 15, 2021 at Aurora Lakeland Medical Center.  She was born November 28, 1929 in Maywood, IL, the daughter of the late Aaron and Dorothy (Sauerberg) Armstrong.  Dorothy was united in marriage to Gale W. Simes on October 6, 1951 in Whitewater, WI.  Gale preceded her in death...

Nov 14, 2021

Joyce Lynn Brinkman, 73 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at Agrace Center for Hospice in Janesville, WI.  She was born August 31, 1948 in Chicago, IL, the daughter to the late Arthur and Frieda Orr.  Joyce loved cooking for her family and friends.  Joyce is survived by her son, Dean (Jennifer) Kapust, two grandchildren;...

Nov 14, 2021

Former Elkhorn resident Jeri Ruth DeLange, 76, passed away on November 14, 2021 after a long battle with cancer. Jeri was born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin on December 28, 1944, the only daughter of Olive Margaret (Wittenwyler) and Edward Nicholi DeLange.

Jeri grew up on the family farm with her brothers, Jon, Jim, Jay and Jack and had...

Nov 13, 2021

Robert M. Yesbeck, 77, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Saturday, November 13th, 2021, in his home.  He was born April 20, 1944, in Detroit, MI, the son of the late Joseph and Ruth (George) Yesbeck.  Bob was united in marriage to Sally Ann Wisniewski on August 13, 1966.  She predeceased him on July 7, 2017.

Bob...

Nov 13, 2021

Anthony "Tony" W. Nelson age 50 of Walworth, WI. died unexpectedly at home on  November 13, 2021.  He was born in Elkhorn, WI. on March 1, 1971.  The son of Kenneth W. Nelson and Cheri A. Moench.  On July 15, 2021 he was united in marriage to Billie Munroe.   He worked in maintenance at Nestle in Burlington, WI.

Nov 13, 2021

William "Bill" F. Aspinall, 91 of Lake Geneva, WI, died Saturday November 13, 2021 at Golden Years of Lake Geneva, WI.  He was born August 2, 1930 in Lake Geneva, WI, the son of the late George and Anne (Bence) Aspinall.  He graduated from Lake Geneva High School with the Class of 1948 and then attended University Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie,...

Nov 12, 2021

Shirley Jean Dahnke – Swanson was born April 26, 1937 in Sutherland, Iowa. Shirley attended grade school in Sutherland and country schools south of Hartley, Iowa. She graduated from Hartley High School in 1955 and attended Buena Vista University in Storm Lake, Iowa, majoring in Education.

Shirley accepted a 4th grade teaching position in Primghar, Iowa, where...

Nov 11, 2021

Wesley "Wes" Erskine, 90, peacefully passed away from natural causes on November 11, 2021 at Milwaukee VA Medical Center. He was born August 22, 1931 in Hemlock, Michigan to Nina (Kent) and Lloyd Erskine. Facing a big challenge as a young boy, from age nine through high school, Wes struggled his way through Polio. He was active in FFA...

Nov 11, 2021

Frank G. Chesen Sr. proud to be a 70 year long resident of Pell Lake, WI until his death on November 11, 2021 at the age of 101.  Frank G. Chesen Sr. will be remembered as a selfless leader whose life in retirement revolved around doing for others.  Many will remember him as a beloved man who earned respect...

Nov 10, 2021

Joanne C. Stuart, 78 of Lake Havasu AZ, formerly of Elkhorn, WI died Wednesday November 10, 2021 at her home with her great niece Shannon Butler and her two dogs by her side.   She was born April 2, 1943 in McKeesport, PA the daughter of the late Lester and Goldie (Ditmore) Goetz Sr.  She graduated from High School in...