Obituaries

Feb 2, 2024

Kenneth A. Martinson, age 80 of Belleville passed away on Friday, February 2, 2024 at his home.  He was born on August 12, 1943 in Madison, WI the son of William and Mary (Gehin) Martinson.  Kenneth attended Oregon High School.  On August 17, 1968 he was united in marriage to Vicki Jane Fish at the Oregon Methodist Church.  Kenneth...

Jan 24, 2024

Todd W. Blum, age 61 jumped on his Harley and rode off to a new beginning on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison.  He was born on August 22, 1962 in Monroe, WI the son of John W. and Elaine E. (Swenson) Blum.  Todd attended Monticello Schools and then went to work in the oil...

Jan 12, 2024

Thomas James Solberg, age 72, entered his heavenly home on January 12, 2024.  His final days were spent at Agrace Hospice Care, Inc. in Fitchburg surrounded by the loving care and support of family, friends and loved ones.  Thom will be remembered for his positive and optimistic attitude towards life, even amidst adversity, he always remained positive and hopeful...

Jan 11, 2024

Judy L. Hulburt, age 73 passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Agrace HospiceCare, Inc. in Fitchburg.  She was born on October 21, 1950 in Janesville, WI the daughter of D. "Corky" Earl and Betty (Ludtke) Davis.  Judy graduated from Janesville Parker High School in 1969 and continued her education at St. Mary's Hospital, Madison in nursing.  On...

Jan 11, 2024

Kathleen (Katie) Zentner Ingwell Elmer was born on April 28, 1927 to Nicholas and Alma (Legler) Zentner. She passed away peacefully on January 11th at the New Glarus Home.  Katie grew up on a farm in Legler Valley and loved helping her dad with the farm chores. She attended Legler Valley School and graduated from New Glarus High School...

Jan 9, 2024

Jennifer Jean Blumer, age 48, passed away unexpectedly January 9th, 2024 at her home due to bilateral pulmonary embolism. She was born May 24th, 1975 in Monroe, WI to Gene and Alice (Zimmerman) Fahrney. On December 12th, 1998 she married her high-school sweetheart and lifelong love, Ronald Blumer after he proposed in the 1997 Monticello Homecoming Parade....

Jan 9, 2024

Tom Saunders, age 98, was reunited in heaven with his wife and partner in farming, Ann, on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the New Glarus Home.  He was born on February 2, 1925 in Monroe, WI the son of Edward and Mathilda (Sonderegger) Saunders.  Tom attended the Dry Good Box School through 8th grade and graduated from...

Jan 8, 2024

Patricia McCluskey, age 77 passed away on Monday, January 8, 2024 at Heartsong Assisted Living in Belleville.  She was born on March 26, 1946 in Waukesha, WI the daughter of William and Bonnie (Way) Spellman, Jr.  Patricia graduated from Verona High School in 1964.  She had worked for over 30 years at Nicolet Instruments and Thermo-Fisher until retiring in...

Dec 31, 2023

Paul B. Linden, age 82, of Belleville passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023 at his home.  He was born on May 28, 1941 at Madison General Hospital the son of Clarence and Delta (Storkson) Linden.  Paul graduated from Belleville High School in 1960 and then entered into the United States Air Force.  On October 4, 1961 he was...

Dec 29, 2023

Daryl L Watterson is with the Son, the Father, and his own son again. Daryl, age 63, of rural New Glarus, passed away unexpectedly at Meriter Hospital in Madison, WI, on December 29th, 2023. Even though he was taken swiftly, he was surrounded by family and loved ones.

Daryl was born October 18th, 1960, in Kansas City,...

Dec 24, 2023

Kathryn L. Hanson, age 102, of New Glarus and formerly Blanchardville passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at the New Glarus Home.  She was born on December 18, 1921 in Monroe, WI the daughter of George and Maggie (Knobel) Itten.  Kathryn was a proud graduate of New Glarus High School in 1939.  On August 24, 1947 she was...

Dec 24, 2023

Esther C. Pulfer, age 92 passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Four Winds Manor in Verona.  She was born on March 27, 1931 in Madison, WI the daughter of John Jakob and Clara (Bringold) Meier.  Esther attended the White School and graduated from Verona High School in 1949.  On May 21, 1953 she was united in marriage...

Dec 23, 2023

Jeanette Faye Rupnow, age 88 passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at her home. She was born on March 21, 1935 in Monroe, WI the daughter of Thomas and Elsie (Lehr) Duerst. Jeanette graduated from New Glarus High School in 1953. On May 9, 1954 she was united in marriage to Donald Rupnow at the Swiss United Church...

Dec 20, 2023

Clarence E. Cupp, age 89 passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the New Glarus Home.  He was born on May 9, 1934 in Richland Center, WI the son of Marion and Doretta (Glick) Cupp.  Clarence graduated from Richland Center High School in 1953.  In 1956 he entered into service in the U.S. Army and served in Germany...

Dec 12, 2023

Jacob R. Hart, passed away Tuesday, December 12th quietly in his home at the age of 30.  Reports show Jacob had an unknown heart abnormality. Apparently, his heart was too big, anyone who knew him would undoubtedly agree. Jacob moved at his own pace through life. He lived a life full of compassion, consideration, and generosity. Jacob's...

Dec 12, 2023

Ruth Ann Raftery, age 74 of Madison, WI passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at UW Hospital in Madison.  She was born on April 16, 1949 in Monroe, WI the daughter of Everett and Marian "Jackie" (Tollefson) Erickson.  Ruth Ann graduated from New Glarus High School in 1967.  She married Jim Raftery and they later divorced.  She retired...

Dec 9, 2023

Michael J. Zuber, age 64 of Blanchardville and formerly New Glarus passed away on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the Monroe Clinic Hospice Home.  He was born on February 17, 1959 in Monroe, WI the son of Donald and Lorraine (Johnson) Zuber.  BB graduated from New Glarus High School in 1977.  He had worked as a carpenter for many...

Dec 7, 2023

Chad A. Sturdevant, age 48 died on Thursday, December 7, 2023.  He was born on November 24, 1975 in Madison, WI the son of Thomas and Lynn (Bald) Sturdevant.  Chad grew up in Belleville, WI and graduated from Belleville High School in 1994.  Chad married Nicole Larson and they had two children.  In 2007 he was united in marriage...

Dec 6, 2023

Ronald V. Lazarescu, Jr., age 65 passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at home with family by his side after bravely laughing in the face of Alzheimer's for almost six years.  He was born on May 13, 1958 in Kenosha, WI the son of Ronald and Nancy (Scuffham) Lazarescu, Sr.  The second-oldest child of seven, his parents raised...

Dec 6, 2023

Donald Paul Schaller, of Verona, WI, passed away peacefully at UW Hospital on December 6, 2023, at the age of 70. His final moments were spent surrounded by his wife and children.

Don was born in Madison, WI on July 30, 1953, to William and Eileen (Schweigert) Schaller. His childhood growing up on the farm instilled a...