Obituaries

May 8, 2025

Richard (Dick) G. Venecek, age 90, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2025. He was born on October 29, 1934, in Harvey, IL, the son of the late George and Alyce (Dusicka) Venecek. During his earlier life, Richard proudly served in the United States Army.

On September 29, 1989, he was united in marriage...

May 7, 2025

Gloria J Watson age 98 died May 7, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL on April 1, 1927.  The daughter of the late Owen and Olga (Lych) Hardy.  On February 8, 1947, in Genoa City, WI she was united in marriage to Norwin "Norm" Watson who preceded her in death on August 1, 2018.  She was a past...

May 5, 2025

Melanie R. (McCole) Stickney age 41 of Lake Geneva, WI died May 5, 2025, after a courageous battle of four years.  She was born in Burlington, WI on November 27, 1983.  The daughter of Joseph and Patricia (Nienhaus) McCole.   On September 26, 2021, she was united in marriage to Jonathan Stickney.

Melanie graduated from the University of...

May 3, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Orlando Toro, born on December 25,1962, in Wauwatosa, WI, and lived in Pell Lake, WI. The loving son of Domingo and Rosalina passed away on May 3, 2025. Family and friends are deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden passing.

Orlando (OT) will be forever cherished, remembered...

May 2, 2025

Janet H. Ter Maat, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at the age of 89, at Lakeland Health Care Center in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. Born on March 11, 1936, in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret Mitchell. Janet's life was marked by love and devotion,...

Apr 30, 2025

Jim J. Murphy, 55, of Milwaukee, WI., passed away at Froedtert Hospital on April 30th, 2025. Jim was born to Jack and Lorraine (Ruderer) Murphy on July 5th, 1969, in Milwaukee.

During his life he enjoyed working cars and small engines and drinking his Pepsi.

Jim is survived by his mother Lorraine Murphy,  his aunts...

Apr 29, 2025

Gerald M. "Jerry" Smudde, 84 of Elkhorn, WI, joined Our Lord in Heaven on Tuesday, April 29, 2025.  He was born November 12, 1940, in Lombard, IL. Jerry was united in marriage to Dolores "Dee" M. Smudde in Lyons, WI in 1965, and made many memories as they raised their family together. Jerry was a proud member of the...

Apr 29, 2025

Patricia Ethel Wright, age 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29. She was born to Chester A. Price and Alma Regina Brugger and grew up in a loving home as one of ten siblings.

She was the cherished sister of Jack, Julie, Everett, Dorothy, Stan, Gen, Russ, Virginia, and Chet, and was beloved by all her...

Apr 26, 2025

Phyllis E. (Midtbo) Zingelman, 83, of Twin Lakes, WI., passed away on Saturday April 26th, 2025. Phyllis was born to Harold and Ella (Gai) Midtbo, in Brooklyn, NY on March 10th, 1942. Phyllis graduated from St. Olaf college in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English.

She was united in marriage to the love of...

Apr 26, 2025

Donald M. Joras Sr., lovingly known as "Cowboy" by friends and family, passed away peacefully on Saturday April 26.

He was born in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Edward and Mary Brandt Joras.  On May 16, 1956, he married Dorothy A. Minarcini.  They made their home in Chicago until they moved their family to Powers Lake, WI.,...

Apr 25, 2025

Vito P. Cali, age 87, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Born on July 18, 1937, in Ciminna, Sicily, Vito was the son of the late Filippo and Vita (Campagna) Cali. On October 16, 1960, he married the love of his life, LeeAnn Nuccio, in Chicago,...

Apr 20, 2025

Amy L Hookstead age 40 of Genoa City, WI died April 20, 2025.  She was born in Burlington, WI on September 6, 1984.  The daughter of Raymond Ghislain and Tina Kjellander.  On May 24, 2015, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Slades Corners, WI she was united in marriage to Michael Hookstead.  She worked for Randall Township as the...

Apr 19, 2025

Kenny L. Clark, 57 of Elkhorn, WI, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at his home.  He was born on September 18, 1967, in Rockford, IL, the son of the late Mildrene (Clark) Wright. Kenny was united in marriage to his wife, Melissa (Klade) Clark, on May 22, 2004, in Delavan, WI.  He worked for 34 years...

Apr 18, 2025

Mary P Hawkins age 80 of Twin Lakes, WI died April 18, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 23, 1945.  The daughter of the late Christian and Geraldine (Durkin) Gillen.  On June 8, 1963, she was united in marriage to Gary Hawkins.  Mary enjoyed Gardening and Reading.

Survived by her husband Gary.  Loving mother...

Apr 10, 2025

Madalyn M. Samonig, age 26, passed away on April 10, 2025. She was born in Elkhorn, WI on November 12, 1998, to Kristal Sobieski and Joseph Samonig.

Madi grew up near Lake Geneva, WI where she graduated from High School. She played saxophone in the band and was on the swim team. She was a lifeguard on...

Apr 8, 2025

Sylvia L. Baker age 89 of Elkhorn, WI died peacefully at home on April 8, 2025 with her loving husband, and her children by her side.  Born on June 29, 1935 in Elkhorn, WI; she was the daughter of the late Earl and Bernice (Cole) Robinson.  Sylvia grew up on the farm where her dad was born near Lauderdale...

Apr 8, 2025

Roy J. Mauel, 68 of Elkhorn, WI, passed peacefully the morning on April 8, 2025, at Delavan Health Services.  Roy was born on January 21, 1957, to the late Howard and Margaret (Moldenhauer) Mauel at Fort Atkinson Hospital. On May 29, 1979, Roy married the love of his life Shirley Ann (Fields) Mauel. Roy worked at many places in...

Apr 7, 2025

James W. Chambers age 79 of Wheatland, WI died April 7, 2025.  He was born in Racine, WI on November 2, 1945.  The son of the late Donald and Lorraine (Schwarze) Chambers.  On January 24, 1997, he was united in marriage to Sandra Andresen.   James loved music and playing guitar in numerous bands.  He liked to go Hunting and...

Apr 7, 2025

John Thomas Giese, age 76, of Elkhorn, WI, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, April 7, 2025. He was born on June 3, 1948, in Racine, WI, the son of the late Ralph and Carolyn (Gibson) Giese. John married the love of his life, Sue (Murn) Giese, on August 27, 1983, at the First Congregational Church...

Apr 4, 2025

Benjamin Davis Ulrich, 85, of Burlington, Wisconsin, passed away on April 4, 2025, at home.

Ben was born in rural South Carolina, where he developed a deep appreciation for adventure and hard work. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Captain and flying the F-105 aircraft. After retiring from the Air...