Obituaries

Judith Ann Rudnitzki

Judith Ann Rudnitzki

Jul 23, 2021

JANESVILLE – Judith Ann Rudnitzki, age 66, passed away peacefully in her Janesville home on Friday, July 23, 2021. She was born in Janesville on May 12, 1955, the daughter of LaVerne and Jane (Wagner) Murray. She married Robert Rudnitzki on Oct. 13, 1973. Judy worked as a care-giver for several years at Options for Mercy Health. She enjoyed...

Nancy K. Ferdyn

Nancy K. Ferdyn

Jul 19, 2021

MADISON - Nancy Kathryn Ferdyn, age 72, peacefully left this world on Monday, July 19, 2021, surrounded by her loved ones. Nancy was born in Madison, Wis., on March 11, 1949, and she attended Madison West High School and South Hills High School in California, from where she graduated in 1967. She married Stephen Ferdyn in 1985, in San...

Cynthia S. Grundgeiger

Cynthia S. Grundgeiger

Jul 18, 2021

MADISON – Cynthia S. Grundgeiger, age 63, a life-long Madisonian, passed away on Sunday, July 18, 2021, at the Agrace HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg. Cindy was born in Madison on May 2, 1958, the daughter of Karl and Evelyn (Schutz) Grundgeiger. Cindy was a very unique person and always danced to her own drumbeat. She adored her two Doberman’s,...

Timothy J. Soellner

Timothy J. Soellner

Jul 17, 2021

JANESVILLE – It is with a very sad and heavy heart that we announce the passing of our son, Timothy J. Soellner, on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at University Hospital in Madison from an ATV accident. For a very long week, we prayed for a good outcome, but his injuries were too much for Tim to overcome. We are...

Christopher J. Rohr

Christopher J. Rohr

Jul 14, 2021

MADISON - After a sudden battle with cancer Chris passed away on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, with his daughters by his side. He is preceded in death by his father, Robert M. Rohr, and nephew, Benjamin R. Rohr. He is succeeded by his mother, Jane; daughters, Hilary and Margaret; son-in-law, Aaron; brother, Jeffrey and his wife Cyd, and their...

Darrell M. Grams

Darrell M. Grams

Jul 7, 2021

ROCKLAND, MICHIGAN – Darrell Grams, age 65 of Rockland, Mich., went home to the Lord on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, Wis. He was born in Brainerd, Minn., on Nov. 4, 1955, to Lloyd and Daisy Grams. He attended Brainerd High School. Following high school, he was in insurance before becoming manager at Mr....

Bradley Evan Pfeiffer

Bradley Evan Pfeiffer

Jul 6, 2021

JANESVILLE - Bradley Evan Pfeiffer, 58, passed away July 6, 2021. He was born in Janesville on June 7, 1963 to Walter and Ruth Pfeiffer. He graduated Craig High School in 1981. Brad’s first job was at Nino’s, washing dishes in 1981. He also worked at Sentry Foods, Janesville eastside for many years. Brad is survived by his son,...

Patricia A. Lehman

Patricia A. Lehman

Jul 3, 2021

MADISON - Patricia Anne Lehman, age 75, known to all as “Patti,” died of cancer on July 3, 2021, at UW Hospital. She is survived by her companion of more than three decades, Brad Verhelst of Madison. She is missed by her two daughters, Angel Antin of Basalt, Colo. (Steve Furer), and Adrienne Moe (Bryan Anderson) of Sun Prairie;...

Benjamin J. Chadwick

Benjamin J. Chadwick

Jul 2, 2021

MARSHALL – Benjamin John Chadwick, age 16 of Marshall, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 2, 2021. Ben was born in Madison on Oct. 22, 2004, the son of John and Tiffany (Maenner) Chadwick. He just finished his sophomore year at Marshall High School, where he was active in FFA and was the chapter Reporter. Ben exhibited cattle at...

Sandra K. Lien

Sandra K. Lien

Jun 26, 2021

WHITEWATER - Sandra Kay Lien (nee Krueger), 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 26th after a courageous three-year battle with cancer.  She was surrounded by her loving family throughout the process and on her final days. Sandra was born to the late Harold L and Louise M (nee Hoden) Krueger on March 30, 1945, in Omaha Nebraska. Sandra...

Judith A. Hoffer

Judith A. Hoffer

Jun 21, 2021

DEFOREST - Judith (Judy) Hoffer. age 77, passed away Monday, June 21st, at her home in DeForest, Wisconsin, surrounded by family and friends.  She was born on November 16th, 1943, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Janet Hegg and James O'Connor.  Janet later married William (Bud) Clark who raised Judy as his own.  Judy married Jerry R. Hoffer on April 15th,...

David P. Shinstine

David P. Shinstine

Jun 20, 2021

MADISON - David Paul Shinstine joined his parents, Merle and Dorothy (Otto) Shinstine, and his sister, Mary Ann, in heaven on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20, 2021. During his 64 years, David met every challenge Down syndrome threw his way with strength and dignity, and always with a little humor for good measure.  Ultimately, however, he couldn’t overcome the...

Lois Statz

Lois Statz

Jun 15, 2021

MADISON - Lois Statz of Madison, has reunited with her husband, and love of her life, James Statz. Lois passed away on June 15, 2021, at age 90 with her family at her side. The world is a better place because of the love she shared. Her family has pledged to carry on and spread that love. Her children,...

Brett A. Larson

Brett A. Larson

Jun 12, 2021

Beloit, WI – Brett A. Larson, age 31, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 12, 2021, at his home in Beloit. He was born in Beloit, Wisconsin on August 29, 1989, the son of Allen and Carla (Walker) Larson. Brett was an avid basketball and football fan. He loved playing golf with his father and uncle.  Brett enjoyed games...

Yvonne M. Hottmann

Yvonne M. Hottmann

Jun 7, 2021

MADISON - Yvonne M. Hottmann, age 89, passed away on June 7, 2021, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born on October 5, 1931, in Richland Center, and was the daughter of June (Davis) Tyler.  She graduated from Mazomanie High School class of 1950.   Yvonne married Marvin E. Hottmann on June 17, 1950. She is survived by her...

William G. Femrite

William G. Femrite

Jun 7, 2021

MADISON – William G. Femrite, age 80, passed away on his birthday at his home on Monday, June 7, 2021, following an extended illness. He was born in Madison on June 7, 1941, the son of Kenneth and Beatrice (Kalar) Femrite. Bill is survived by his wife of 60 years, Donna (Hendrickson) Femrite; children, Todd (Latanya) Femrite and Debbie...

Esther B. Rutherford

Esther B. Rutherford

Jun 3, 2021

Janesville, WI – Esther B. Rutherford, age 81, passed away on Thursday, June 03, 2021, at Mercyhealth Hospital & Trauma Center in Janesville. She was born in Endeavor, Wisconsin on March 23, 1940, the daughter of Max and Alice (Atkins) Cummings. Esther was originally from the Westfield area but lived between Wisconsin and Arizona. She was from a large...

Toni J. Howell

Toni J. Howell

Jun 2, 2021

STOUGHTON - Toni J. Howell, age 54, of Stoughton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. She was born in Madison, Wis., on August 29, 1966, the daughter of Royce and Charmaine (Lohr) Howell. Toni enjoyed motorcycle rides, fishing trips up north, and growing prize-winning giant pumpkins. Toni’s children and grandchildren were the light of her life and...

Judith A. Stevens Horton

Judith A. Stevens Horton

May 31, 2021

MADISON – Judith A. “Judy” Stevens Horton, age 76, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison on Monday, May 31, 2021. Judy was born on Jan. 10, 1945, in Prentice, Wis., the daughter of John and Ruth (Giles) Weinzatl. Judy is survived by sons, Ken (Delores) Stevens and Dave Stevens; a daughter, Debbie Gilman Stevens; four grandsons, Adam...

Merlin H. Dorman

Merlin H. Dorman

May 23, 2021

ADAMS/WINDSOR, WIS. - Merlin H. Dorman, age 71, of Adams, Wis., and formerly of Windsor, Wis., passed away on Sunday, May 23, 2021. He was born on Feb. 4, 1950, the son of Harold and Lucille (Pribbenow) Dorman. The second of seven children, he grew up on the family farm which was later sold to ABS. Later in life,...

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