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Dorothy L. Boen

Dorothy L. Boen

Sep 27, 2009

Born on February 26, 1929 and went home on September 27, 2009. Wife of the late Ervin G. Boen. She is survived by her children: Randy (the late Sharon) Boen; Laura Dessereau; Mary Ellen (Donald) Block; and Suzette Boen. Cherished grandmother of Dawn Dessereau, (Timothy Pearson); Brian (Karyn Arnold) Dessereau; Lynn (Michael) Machin; Eric Block (fiance-Jessi); Jason and Nicholas Manyen;...

A.J. Ferraro

A.J. Ferraro

Sep 26, 2009

Went to join his beloved wife, Ona (nee Martinetto), on Saturday, September 26, 2009 age 88 years. Loving father of Frank (Jane), John (Joanne) Ferraro and Joy (David) Hall. Cherished grandpa of Katherine, Nick and Anne Ferraro; Justin and Megan Hall. Proud other papa of Mary, Frankie and the late John Francis. Also survived by other family and many friends....

Rita Reinke

Rita Reinke

Sep 26, 2009

Was Born To Eternal Life on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the age of 78. Beloved wife of the late James Reinke. Loving father of Michael (Debra), John (Pamela), Monica (Randall) Vogt, Maria (Brian) Carpenter, Richard and Timothy (Lisa) Reinke. Cherished grandma of Krystal, Lindsay, Nicholas, Zachary, Katelyn, Alyssa, Joshua, Lauren, Alexander, Holly, Abigail and Grace. Dear sister of Michael,...

Melvin  E.  Funk

Melvin E. Funk

Sep 26, 2009

Born to eternal life on Saturday, September 26, 2009, age 54 years. Beloved husband and friend for 32 years of Catherine (nee Szocik). Loving dad of Valerie (Ryan) Ellifson, Rachel (Tim) Braun, Melanie Funk and Alex Funk. Proud grandpa of Marshall and Cecilia Ellifson; Audrey, Maggie and Jane Braun. Dear brother of Douglas (Susan) and Laura Funk and Amy Zarr....

Jessie J. Dembski

Jessie J. Dembski

Sep 25, 2009

(nee Przybysz) Was born to this life on Sept. 17, 1909 and was born to eternal life on September 25, 2009 after celebrating her 100th birthday. Beloved wife of the late Frank Dembski who passed away in 1966. Preceded in death by her parents; Mathew and Mary Przybysz, siblings; Josephine Franecki, Sophie Przybysz, Adam Przybysz, Louise Szyba, Regina Treziak and...

Edward L. Oldakowski

Edward L. Oldakowski

Sep 23, 2009

Went to join his beloved wives, Leona and Annette on Wednesday, September 23, 2009, age 84 years. Dear father of Eileen (Bob) Weyhrich, Gail (Dennis) Schiller, Diane (Mario) DeLuca, Linda Hansen, Rodney (Carrie), LeAnn (Frank) Kleczka, Gordon (Vickie), Terrie (Todd) Bucholtz and Deena (Kurt) Noller. Fond brother of Chet Oldakowski and Janet (Bill) McCarthy. Preceded in death by his granddaughter...

Glenn Richard Nelson

Glenn Richard Nelson

Sep 22, 2009

Of Sugar Camp, formerly of Milwaukee died peacefully on September 22, 2009 age 75 years. Loving father of the late Glenn Allen Nelson, Brenda (Jim) Coulter, Nadine (Bob) Desmarais and Todd (Julie) Nelson. Cherished grandfather of Catrina, Matthew, Marissa, Christopher, Justin, Liane, Jacob, Andrew and Olivia. Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home, SATURDAY, October...

Henry W. Gens

Henry W. Gens

Sep 21, 2009

Gens, Henry W. "Hank" Joined his beloved wife Junice (nee Galow) on Monday, September 21, 2009, age 89 years. Dear father of Gregery (Catherine), Garry (JacLynn), Ronald, Laura (James) Kwiecinski, Kristine (John) Clements, Janice (Eddie) Morris. Proud grandfather of Sarah (Tim) Perkins, Zachary and Brian (Jenni) Gens, Mandie (Tim) Brewer, Mitchell and Kevin Gens, Rebecca, Heather (fianc-Kevin Carew), Stephanie and...

Ronald Edward Steck

Ronald Edward Steck

Sep 21, 2009

Steck, Ronald E. "Ron" Monday, September 21, 2009, age 76 years. Loving father of Gary (Debra) and Janice (fiance Curt Schultheiss). Proud grandpa of Corvan and Robin. Dear brother of James Steck. Uncle of Jeffrey and Gregory Steck. Brother-in-law of Earlene Barber. Special friend of Sally and Hope Groshek, Russell Kotlarek and the late Diance Steck. Also survived by cousin,...

Phyllis Ernst

Phyllis Ernst

Sep 21, 2009

(nee Drzewiecki), Monday, September 21, 2009 age 93 years. Resident of Villa St. Francis. Beloved wife of the late Henry J. Ernst Sr. Dear mother of Patricia (the late Jim) Ripple, Jerome (Boni), Camille (Gene) Nowakowski and Donald (Dolly ) Ernst. Fond sister of Florence Kloskey. Further survived by many grand, great and great-great-grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation at...

Victoria Celia Sporis

Victoria Celia Sporis

Sep 21, 2009

SPORIS, Victoria Celia (nee Kujawa) Born to Eternal Life Monday, September 21, 2009 age 107. Beloved wife of the late Charles Sporis. Loving mother of Delores (Andrew) Talaska. Treasured grandmother of Jane Heatherly, Susan (Frank) Pikalek, Marie (Norb) Thomes and David Talaska. Great-grandmother of Trudy, Krisi, Jeremiah, Deena, Elizabeth, Sarah and Andy. Dear sister of William (the late Irene) Kujawa....

Dwight R. Synowicz

Dwight R. Synowicz

Sep 20, 2009

SYNOWICZ, DWIGHT R. Dwight lost his valiant battle with cancer on Sunday, September 20, 2009 at Trinity West Campus in Rock Island, IL. at the age of 65 years. Survivors include his devoted wife, Sue, beloved step-sons Kenneth (Lisa) Spirewka and Steven (Kate) Spirewka, brother Ronald (Phyllis) Synowicz, sister-in-law Kay (James) Scheurell, brother-in-law Jim (Kris) Lobotzke, adored grandchildren, Avery, Ellery...

Marcella H. Jankowski

Marcella H. Jankowski

Sep 20, 2009

(nee Czaplewski) Born to eternal life on Sunday, September 20, 2009, age 91 years. Beloved wife of the late Chester Jankowski. Loving mother of Wayne (Colleen), Russell (friend-Karen Tibbitts), Nancy (Kirby Sr.) Fitch, Ellen Jankowski and the late Linda Johansen. Grandmother of Daryl (Ami) Jankowski, Tracie (Gary) Rozanske, Lisa Johansen, Brian (Paula) Johansen, Kirby Fitch Jr., Kaleb, Kyle, Kody and...

Virginia L. Darrow

Virginia L. Darrow

Sep 19, 2009

(nee Szychulski) Died peacefully and went to her heavenly home Saturday, September 19, 2009 age 85 years. Loving mother and best friend of Pamela Brandon, Monica Thomas and Chris (Catherine) Darrow. Proud grandmother of Timothy Brandon, Ashley (Grant) Goldman, Brian and Lisa Thomas; Joseph, John, Daniel and Thomas Darrow. Preceded in death by her parents Anton and Hattie Szychulski; siblings...

Neil M. Boudreau

Neil M. Boudreau

Sep 19, 2009

Saturday, September 19, 2009, the 76 years. Beloved husband of Carol (nee Lampe). Dear father of Michael, Dennis and Mark (Rebecca) Boudreau. Grandfather of Hannah, Austin, Brandon, Shania, Christopher, Aine and Ethan. Fond brother-in-law of Barbara Lathrop and Janet Lampe. Also survived by other family and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 4-7 PM. Funeral Service...

John William Smith

John William Smith

Sep 19, 2009

SMITH, John W. "Smitty" Found peace Saturday, September 19, 2009 age 53. Beloved son of Estelle (Von) Schneider and the late Kenneth John Smith. Loving wife of Deborah A. (nee Rooney). Proud dad of Amber and Aaron Smith. Dear brother of Rick (Ellen) Smith, Connie (John) Borley, Michelle (Jim) Orlovsky and Mark (Cris) Smith. Special uncle of Sara (Nate) Michalowski;...

Arline J. Lenski

Arline J. Lenski

Sep 18, 2009

(nee Brunke), Thursday, September 17, 2009 age 78 years. Beloved wife for 60 years of Gilbert J. Lenski. Dear mother of Gilbert (Cindy), Sandy (Bob) Witkowski and Gary (Lisa) Lenski. Loving grandmother of Carrie (Denny), Scott, Amy (Darryl), Michelle (Jason) and Charlie (Brook). Fond sister of McLain (Theresa) Brunke. Further survived by 9 great-grandchildren, other family and friends. Visitation at...

Dolores D. Drahonovsky

Dolores D. Drahonovsky

Sep 18, 2009

Died peacefully on Friday, September 18, 2009 Age 91 years. Treasured cousin of Louis (Florence) Odry, Jeffrey R. Raddatz and Neil C. Raddatz, Karen Trickle and Janet Helminski. Cherished friend of Mary Deikalo, Michael Deikalo, Dr. Kenneth Redlin and Carla Redlin. Further survived by other family, friends and friends at Unity Senior Center. Visitation at the Funeral Home Wednesday, September...

Raymond J.  Fronczak Sr.

Raymond J. Fronczak Sr.

Sep 17, 2009

Was Born To Eternal Life on Thursday, September 17, 2009 age 83 years. Beloved husband for 59 years of Louise. Loving father of Raymond (Michele) Fronczak Jr. Cherished grandfather of Rebecca (Fianc Joe Zagrodnik), Jeremy (Fiance Cassie Hamilton) and Nathanael Fronczak. Dear brother of Dorothy (Jerry) Wolf and the late Maxwell (Rita). Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation...

Ilse W.  Detert

Ilse W. Detert

Sep 16, 2009

Was Born To Eternal Life on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 Age 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Gerhardt R. Detert. Loving mother of Joanne (Robert) Misiora. Cherished grandmother of Michelle Misiora (Daniel Schwinn), Carrie (Steven) Lockstaedt. Treasured great-grandmother "Gi Gi" of Hope and Cade Lockstaedt. Cherished friend of Erv Goelz. Further survived by other family and friends. Visitation at...

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