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]]> en Chester "Chet" Elliott [06/03/1937 - 06/19/2013] DEERFIELD-Chester “Chet” Elliott, age 76, of Deerfield, passed away peacefully at Agrace HospiceCare on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. He was born on June 3, 1937, in Bear Valley to Chester Arthur Elliott and Lillie (Keller) Elliott. Chet married Judy Offerdahl on June 29, 1963. He worked for Monona Masonry for more than 40 years before his retirement. Chet is survived by his wife, Judy; son, Todd of Deerfield; daughter, Kristin (Jaime) of Cottage Grove and Sarah (Becky) of Madison; grandchildren, Brittany, Jeremy, and Teagan; two dogs, Sierra and Molly; nieces and nephews; and many close friends. Chet was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Dennis, Floyd, Willis, Harold, and Leo; and sister, Hilda. Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2013, with Pastor Afi Dobbins presiding. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2013, and also from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Capital K9’s or Agrace HospiceCare would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Clarendon M. "Carnie" Bradley [  - 06/19/2013] MONONA-Clarendon M. “Carnie” Bradley, age 90, of Monona, passed away on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at Wm S. Middleton VA Hospital. Arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear in the Sunday paper. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Charles Earl "Andy" Anderson [05/11/1929 - 06/18/2013] STOUGHTON-Charles Earl “Andy” Anderson, age 84, passed away peacefully in his sleep in Stoughton on Tuesday, June 18, 2013. He was born on May 11, 1929, and was the son of Charles X. and Minnie (Walterscheit) Anderson. Andy was a graduate of Stoughton High School. He served his country in the U. S. Armed Forces during the Korean War and was stationed for a time in Japan. Andy married Betty Lou Young on Dec. 12, 1953 in Seattle, Wash. They moved to Stoughton shortly thereafter. Andy was a loving husband, father; and friend to many. He worked in real estate for much of his life. Andy enjoyed spending time with family, attending family reunions, golfing, and watching Wisconsin sport teams. Andy is survived by his son, Robert Charles Anderson (Ann); as well as many other friends. Andy was preceded in death by his grandparents; his parents; his wife, Betty; and his daughter, Nancy. Andy was a member of Covenant Lutheran Church in Stoughton. Funeral services will be held at COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1525 N. Van Buren Street, Stoughton, at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 21, 2013, with the Rev. Mark Peterson presiding. Friends may call at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Friday. Friends and relatives are invited to a luncheon immediately following the service. Burial will be private. The family extends a special thank you to the staff of Skaalen Home, especially the Second Floor nursing staff, for the excellent care provided to Andy. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson Stoughton Funeral & Cremation Care 1358 Hwy 51 (608) 873-4590

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]]> Betty L. (Anderson) Olstadt [  - 06/18/2013] MADISON-Betty L. (Anderson) Olstad passed away at Agrace HospiceCare on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, surrounded by her family. She will be missed and remembered. In lieu of flowers, cards, and gifts, a donation in her name to Agrace HospiceCare would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Jacqueline A. "Jacki" (Hamm) Gerbitz [  - 06/18/2013] MADISON-Jacqueline A. “Jacki” (Hamm) Gerbitz, age 71, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, from cancer at Oak Park Place in Madison. A Celebration of Jacki’s Life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Viola L. Haupt [09/20/1913 - 06/18/2013] Viola L. Haupt, age 99, died on Tuesday, June 18, 2013, at Lodi Good Samaritan Nursing Home. Viola was born on Sept. 20, 1913, in Racine, Minnesota, the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth Lage. Viola married Raymond Haupt on April 22, 1939. They farmed side by side on the Haupt Homestead, on the Arlington Prairie for more than 40 years. She was well known in the area for raising chickens and selling their eggs. Viola was a faithful member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Arlington, where she belonged to the Ladies Aid, LWML, and served on the Altar Guild. She also served as a volunteer at Lodi Good Samaritan Nursing Home, where she sewed quilts and made items for their bazaars. She was an excellent cook and loved to bake pies, sew, and crochet. Many enjoyed the candles she made for relatives and friends at Christmas time. Her parents; husband, Raymond; brothers, Earnest (Hattie) and Lelon (Lillian); and a special nephew, Russell Haupt, Sr. preceded her in death. Survivors include nieces, Myrthis (Bill) Griffith, Phyllis Haupt, Dorothy Whiting, Carol (Bruce) Dethmers; and nephews, David (Ellen) Haupt and John (Liz) Schoenknecht. Funeral services for Viola will be held at HAMRE GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 157 S. Main St. Lodi, at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 22, 2013, with Chaplain Pulsfus presiding. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery following the service.

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]]> Major John F. Werner [05/17/1930 - 06/17/2013] WAUNAKEE-After a difficult illness, Major John F. Werner, age 83, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2013 at the Waunakee Manor in Waunakee. John was the first of 12 children born to John Frank and Evelyn (Lawson)Werner on May 17, 1930. He lived in Detroit and graduated from Wilbur Wright High School with Honors in 1949. John was a draftsman for Tucker automobile before entering Officers Training School with the Salvation Army. He was commissioned June 16, 1952. He assisted at Hillsdale, MI and Detroit Temple until June 1954 when he married Minerva Mays. They served together as Corps officers and city Coordinators for 23 years and for 13 years in The Adult Rehabilitation Center. John built two Corps buildings, one in Adrian and one in Jackson, MI. He was a volunteer chaplain at the Jackson prison for ten years. He served on the officers Commission from 1972 to 1978. They were blessed with five children and nine very special grandchildren. Minerva was promoted to Glory April 1990 in Peoria, IL. John then assisted at the Chicago Central Adult Rehabilitation Center until he married Marilyn Chase in March 1992. They served together in the Adult Rehabilitation Centers until their retirement. John and Marilyn retired to Florida where they attended the Lakeland Corps. John played in the band and sang in the songsters. They moved to Madison, WI in February 2006 to be next to family. John is survived by his wife, Marilyn; five children, William (Cindy)of Dearborn Heights, MI, David (Kris) of Mt. Prospect, IL, Ruth (Rodney)Johnson of Arvada, CO, Patricia (Ben) Kermmoade of Lincoln, NB and Elizabeth (William) Lowe of Canton, MI; grandchildren, Dayna, Lisa, William Jr, Heather, Cheryl, Michelle, Anna, Amy, Ericka, Taylor, Vickie, Nathan; two great-grandsons Robert and Christian; and his siblings, Evelyn, Mary Carter, Betty, Alice Wright, Janet (Larry) Hegwood, Tom Werner, Ted Werner, Charles (Denise) Werner. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Albert, sisters, Dorothy and Shirley and his first wife, Major Minerva Werner. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave., Middleton at 10:30 AM on (TODAY) Thursday, June 20, 2013 with Major Loren Carter presiding. Burial will be in Glen Oak Cemetery, Hillside, IL. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 9:30 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. For online condolences, please visit www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave 608-831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com

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]]> Rose Van Vranken Hickey [05/15/1917 - 06/17/2013] HICKEY, ROSE VAN VRANKEN MADISON-Rose Van Vranken Hickey, local artist, died on Monday June 17, 2003. She was ninety six. Born on May 15, 1917 in Passaic, New Jersey; Rose was raised in Pasadena, California. From an early age, she developed a passionate interest in art. She graduated Cum Laude from Pomona College in Claremont, CA in 1939; following upon which she spent three years at the Art Students League in New York City studying sculpture under renowned carver William Zorach. She also had a scholarship in Art History at New York University’s Graduate Institute of Fine Art. On June 11, 1942, she married Robert C. Hickey MD in NYC, and in 1943 obtained an MA degree in sculpture from the University of Iowa, where Dr. Hickey was completing his internship in surgery following upon his graduation from Cornell Medical School in NYC. After a brief period back in NYC, the Hickeys lived in Iowa City, in Madison, WI., and in Houston, Texas. In each of these places, while Dr. Hickey pursued his medical career, Rose became deeply involved in the local Art scene. For Example, she was an instructor in sculpture and drawing at the Madison Art Center Museum between 1965-1968, an instructor in sculpture at the Jewish Community Center in Houston from 1970-1972, instructor in sculpture at the Art League of Houston 1972-1974, and taught sculpture in wood at Rice University from 1975-1977. She was also a regular exhibitor at galleries in both Houston and in Madison, as well as in many major national and regional shows. Throughout her long career, the sculpture and graphics of Rose Van Vranken earned many awards. Her earliest recognition included a First Prize for sculpture at the Los Angeles County Museum in 1944; a First Prize from Des Moines Art Center in 1953; and two bronze medals for sculpture from Oakland Art Center in 1946 and 1947. She won the Medal of Honor for Sculpture from the Academic Artists Association in1985. She won First Prize for sculpture from the International Platform Association in 1987. In recent years, she took First Prize for sculpture from the International Platform Association’s annual exhibition in Washington DC in 2001, and in 1995; and in 1990 won their “Best in Show” gold Medal of Honor. Elected to membership in the Salmagundi Club in NYC in 1979, she earned altogether 12 awards for sculpture in this organization’s competitive juried shows, including First Prize for sculpture in 2003, Second Prize in 1999, the Paul Manship Award in 1998, St. Gaudens Awards in 1998, and an Exhibition Award in 2001. She received the Medal of Honor for graphics from the National Association of Women Artists and her etchings were selected by NAWA for a touring exhibition in Europe where they were shown at the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and five other museums. She participated in NAWA’s juried sculpture exhibitions in 2001 and 2000. The US State Department included Van Vranken’s sculpture in its Art in Embassies Program and her alabaster carving ‘La Rana’ (the frog) was bought by the government of Costa Rica. In 2004, she received the Lifetime Achievement Award form Sculptors Dominion, San Antonio, Texas, and in 2000 was recognized by the Period Gallery of Omaha in their Winter International Juried Exhibition with their Award of Excellence. Today four of her sculptures are to be found on permanent exhibition in Olbrich Gardens in Madison, Wisconsin, following upon a one person sculpture show of 30 pieces of sculpture in summer 2000. Perhaps her most memorable achievement however, was the 11 foot high bronze casting ”Flame” dedicated to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in 1991. Located in the Dorothy H. Hudson Memorial garden by the main entrance to the hospital, Van Vranken described this piece as “…symbolic of…passing on knowledge (which) represents the education mission of MD Anderson. Van Vranken’s work is to be found in the permanent collections of: Coventry Cathedral, Coventry, England; St. Cyril of Alexandria Church, Houston; University of Iowa Museum of Fine Arts; Des Moines Art Center, Iowa; Mitchel Energy Corporation, Houston; Jewish Community Center, Houston; Texas Commerce Bank, Houston; Finial Investment Corporation, Houston; Crowne Plaza Hotels, Houston; MD Anderson Cancer, Houston; Laguna Gloria Museum, Austin Texas; McAllen International Museum, McAllen Texas’ Maryville Academy, Chicago; Smith College, Northampton MA; Brand Library, Glendale California; Salmagundi Club Collection, NYC; as well as in many private collections. In addition to the National Association of Women Artists and the Salmagundi Club, Van Vranken was a member of Artists Equity and of the Texas Society of Sculptors. She is survived by four children; Kathryn White of London, England; Robert C. Hickey, Jr. of Eau Claire, Stephen P. Hickey of Madison and Dennis VV Hickey of Springfield, Missouri; and by five grandchildren. Dr. Robert C. Hickey predeceased her in 2006; a daughter, Sarah Laird, predeceased her in 2009. Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Yahara House, 625 West Washington Ave., Madison, WI 53703. For online condolences, please visit, www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave 608-831-6761 www.gundersonfh.com

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]]> Janet M. Holtz [01/16/1932 - 06/16/2013] CROSS PLAINS-Janet M. Holtz, age 81, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2013 at Heartland Country Village. She was born on January 16, 1932, in Richland Center, the daughter of John A. and Alice H. (Anderson) Smelcer. On May 16, 1953, she was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” Holtz at Five Points Lutheran Church. Jan provided daycare and helped to shape many young minds in the area. She had a variety of interests including ceramics, cardinals and gardening and was especially proud of her yard. Janet is survived by her husband Bob, her children, Richard (Patty), Ronald (Julie), Randall (Debbie); eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and many friends. She was preceded in death by three children, Robert Jr., Robert D. and Rhonda Lynn Irby and a brother Richard Smelcer. Funeral Services will be held at ST. MARTIN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2417 Church St., Cross Plains at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Burial will be in Five Points Lutheran Cemetery, Akan Township, Richland County at 3PM. Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM and also on Thursday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heartland Country Village or to St. Martin’s Lutheran Church. Gunderson Cross Plains Funeral & Cremation Care 2421 Church St. 608-798-3141 www.gundersonfh.com

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]]> Timothy J. Montgomery [  - 06/16/2013] Timothy J. Montgomery passed away unexpectedly at home from natural causes on Sunday, June 16, 2013. Tim was 37. He graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1993. He continued his education by attending the University of Wisconsin-Madison; graduating with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1998. Most recently he worked for LS Research as a software design engineer and enjoyed his work tremendously. He loved jazz and tinkering with his many and diverse hobbies. He is survived by his parents, Jim and Peg Montgomery; his brother, Daniel Montgomery; his maternal grandmother, Frances Bergemann; his Godmother, JoAnn Walker; and loving Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins; and his ever faithful labrador, Chance. Tim was a loving and caring person, and all those who knew him will miss his unique and wonderful mind. A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2013. A private burial service will take place Friday at Forest Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions will help students pursuing UW-Electrical Engineering degrees and can be made to the family. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Patrick J. Stoffels [  - 06/16/2013] MADISON-Patrick J. Stoffels, age 41, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2013. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Debra J. Brendemuehl [06/19/1949 - 06/16/2013] MADISON-Debra J. Brendemuehl, age 63, born in Lancaster on June 19, 1949, passed away peacefully, surrounded by close family and friends on Sunday, June 16, 2013, after a long battle of various health issues. She was employed by Dean Clinic for 35 years. Because of her unstoppable sense of humor, Deb developed unbreakable bonds with many people. She made us laugh and cry, but mostly laugh with her out of nowhere comments, gestures and expressions. Deb is survived by her sister, JoEllen McDowell of Madison; brother, Michael Brendemuehl of Arizona; several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and many incredible lifelong friends who have stuck by her side through thick and thin. She was preceded in death by her parents, LaVerne and Helen Brendemuehl of Lancaster. On behalf of Deb we would like to thank all the kindhearted people at the Dean Clinic facilities, St. Mary's Hospital, and Agrace Hospice. Those closest to Deb will never forget how she made us smile. A Celebration in honor of Deb's Life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare or Dane County Humane Society. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Dr. (608) 221-5420

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]]> John Lunenschloss [02/12/1925 - 06/14/2013] MADISON- John T. Lunenschloss, age 88, of Madison, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2013, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born on Feb. 12, 1925, in Madison, the son of Leo L. and Marguerite (Coleman) Lunenschloss. John graduated from East High School. At the age of 17, he enlisted in the Marine Corps, serving in the Pacific and China with the First and Third Marine Divisions. John attended the University of Michigan and graduated in 1948 from the University of Wisconsin. He participated in many sports including football at the University of Michigan, Lettered in boxing at the University of Wisconsin, where he was a member of a National Champion Boxing Team and was also involved with Track and Ski Jumping. John began his career in business as a Sales Engineer for Madison Kipp from 1948 until 1959. He served as the president of Lunenschloss Marine and Sporting Goods since 1957 and since 1959 he has also served as President of Air-Lec Industries, Inc. John was a Past Vice President of Security State Bank and also Randall State Bank. John was the first President, Chairman of the Board and a Founder of Junior Achievement of Madison. John’s memberships include the Safari Club International, NRA, Wisconsin Rifle and Pistol Association, Ducks Unlimited, Delta Water Fowl, Badger Knife Club, various gun collector groups, Mendota Yacht Club, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association, Sportsmen’s Alliance, “W” Club and Madison East/ Monona Rotary. John enjoyed sailing, hunting and many other outdoor pursuits. He is survived by his wife, Laurie (King); sons, Mike of Seattle, Washington and Alaska and Joe of Atlanta, Georgia; daughter, Pat (Jeff) Klossner of New Glarus; grandchildren, Erica Meier, Carrie Zander, James Zander, Meghan Zander, Chase Lunenschloss and Shane Lunenschloss; and four great-grandchildren, Lauren, Evelyn, Mason and Lyndon Belle. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5001 N. Sherman Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m., on Thursday, June 20, 2013 with Msgr. Charles Schluter, Msgr. Daniel Ganshert, Father Roger Nilles and Father James McEnery concelebrating with a time of fellowship and food immediately following the service. Burial will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, and also at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in John’s name to St. Peter Catholic Church or St. Mary’s Hospital. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420

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]]> Lloyd “Dusty” Kempfer [05/26/1924 - 06/14/2013] MADISON-Lloyd “Dusty” Kempfer, age 89, of Madison, died on Friday, June 14, 2013. He was born on May 26, 1924, in the Township of Middleton, the 16th child of Fred Kempfer Sr., and Rosa (Warner) Kempfer. Dusty was united in marriage to Mary Yust on Oct. 5, 1946, at the Evangelical Reformed Church in Madison. Dusty served in the U.S. Army, with the 87th Infantry Division in Mississippi, South Carolina, and the European Theater as a member of the 345th Infantry Regiment. He took part in many activities, such as bowling, (serving as secretary-treasurer and president), golfing, card playing and traveling. He enjoyed visiting cousins in Switzerland. Dusty was a St. Louis Cardinal Baseball fan from the age of 14 years old. Dusty was an active member of the Memorial United Church of Christ in Fitchburg, and belonged to VFW Post 7591. Dusty was proud to be part of the Badger Honor Flight on May 4, 2013. He retired from Omeda in June, 1987. Dusty is survived by his wife, Mary; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers and sisters, Josephine Goth, Fred Jr., Hilda Selje, Waldo, Clara Hefty, Viola Hohlstein, Laura, Alvin, Gladys Harrison, Vernon, Wilbert, Marion, Gilman, Edna Schneider and Rosie Huber. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 24, 2013 at the GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 23, 2013 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the funeral home, and also on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the services. The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff at Karmenta Center for all the care they gave Dusty. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 www.gundersonfh.com

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]]> Gordon George “Gordy” Voit [10/25/1926 - 06/14/2013] Voit, Gordon G. MADISON-Gordon George “Gordy” Voit, age 86, died unexpectedly of natural causes. He was “ready to go home” and his heart just stopped beating on Friday, June 14, 2013. He was born in Blooming Grove on Oct. 25, 1926, the second of three sons to Erhardt “E.C.” and Sarah (Showers) Voit. Gordy graduated from Madison East High School in 1944 and then attended and graduated from the UW-Madison Agriculture Short Course. He was united in marriage to Elizabeth “Liz” Wolff of Arlington, on July 8, 1949. Together they had a wonderful marriage of nearly 46 years. Gordy worked at the family businesses all his adult life, E.C. Voit & Sons, the family farm, and Regas (which stands for Richard, Erhardt, Gordon, Arthur, Sarah) Company. The farm has been in the family since 1878. For many years Gordy helped maintain the farm and built two houses there. To his dying day, he made daily tours of the properties along Regas Road, the street named for his family. Gordy was a proud member of the East Side Club, (formally East Side Businessmen’s Association located on Monona Drive) and served as president in 2001. He was also a member of the Elk’s Lodge. He served as a volunteer fireman for the Blooming Grove Fire Dept. Gordy’s hobbies included boating, playing cards, bowling, touring gravel pits, and he made socializing a form of art. With his wife, Liz, they raised five children, JoAnn Gilmore, of Caledonia, Roger (the late Marcia) of McFarland, Dennis (Diane), of Waukesha, Judy (Matt) Underwood of Madison, and Karen (Dan) Wall, of Sussex. He is also survived by ten grandchildren, Eddy (Shawna) Gilmore, Caitlin (Mark) Bilderback, Jenni (Eric) Weber, Greta Voit, Sarah (Pat) Detmer, Rachel and Steve Underwood, Andrea, Ryan and Meghan Wall; six great-grandchildren, Josiah, Emma, Ava, Claira, Parker and Dylan; sisters-in-law, Charlotte Ramsfield, and Alice Johnson Henke; brother-in-law, Harold (Marlene) Wolff; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Elizabeth in 1995; brothers, Arthur (Peg) and Dick (Doris); sisters-in-law, Margaret (Art) Pearson, and Helen (Herb) Henke; brother-in-law, Carl Ramsfield; daughter-in-law, Marcia Voit; and dear friend, Marie Madsen. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2013. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park, alongside his wife, Elizabeth. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 18, 2013. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Gordy’s name to East Side Club for a memorial to be established. The family wishes to thank the members of East Side Club and Elk’s Lodge, and friends who supported him through his wife’s medical condition, and over the years, including his own recovery since 2008. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Janet L. Gilbertson [01/10/1949 - 06/14/2013] MADISON-Janet L. Gilbertson, age 64, of Madison, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2013, at St. Mary’s Hospital. She was born on Jan. 10, 1949, in Baltimore, MD, the daughter of Lawrence and Lela (Eagen) Russell. Janet was united in marriage to Richard Gilbertson on Sept. 30, 1994 in Madison. Janet owned and operated the Ol’ Brick Inn for 13 years and was recently employed as Team Leader #5 at Care Wisconsin. She enjoyed her Monday afternoon golf with her girlfriends and her Saturday and Sunday motorcycle rides with her group of motorcycle friends. Janet is survived by her husband, Richard; daughter, Danielle (Shawn) Ott; grandchildren, Lauren and Alec West, Alysha and Bethany Ott; step-children, Christine Buss and Bryan (Shannon) Gilbertson; step-grandchildren, Brittany and Jason Buss; sisters, Elizabeth (Donald Wasielak) Russell, Judith Meehan, Patricia (Kevin) Warren, Dolores (Robert) Wilson; brother, David Russell; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. A Time of Gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Following, the family invites you to join them for friendship and spirits at 1855 Saloon, 218 S. Main St., Cottage Grove. The family would like to thank the amazing staff at St. Mary’s Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> Ruth M. Redmond [08/16/1926 - 06/14/2013] MADISON-Ruth M. Redmond, age 86, of Madison and Bradenton, Fla., passed on to the Lord in heaven on Friday, June 14, 2013, at UW Hospital. She was born on Aug. 16, 1926, in Fennimore, the daughter of Ben and Matilda Bowers. She married William on April 11, 1953. Ruth was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her sons, Tom , Mike and Bill Redmond; grandchildren, Rachel, Amy, Andrew (Cassie), and Jason; great-grandchildren, Dominic, Taylor, Morgan, Michael, Christopher, and Olivia; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; grandson, Ryan Redmond; sisters, Alice, Gladys, Beatrice, Wally and Marion; and brothers, Bernard, Tom, and Ralph. Honoring Ruth’s wishes, no formal funeral service will be held. A Celebration of Life honoring Ruth and her husband, William will be held on a future date. Memorials may be made to the Disabled American Veterans. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

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]]> David Paul Ott [  - 06/14/2013] STOUGHTON-David P. “Dave” Ott, age 51, of Stoughton, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack, on Friday, June 14, 2013. He was born on Nov. 2, 1961, in Milwaukee, the son of Donald and Mary (Feak) Ott. Dave graduated from Southwest High School in Green Bay in 1980. He served his country in the U.S. Navy on a nuclear submarine as an electrician’s mate, which led to his lifelong career as an electrician. Dave was united in marriage to Denise Nelson in November of 1991. As a Master Electrician, he started D&D Wiring Service in 2000 and had a passion for his work. He loved trains, traveling, relaxing in the sun, singing, rebuilding car engines, studying God’s word and His attributes, and sharing the gospel. Dave also loved reading, was very knowledgeable, and enjoyed sharing his views with others. Dave is survived by his wife, Denise; sons, Casey and Jesse; parents, Donald and Mary Ott; parents-in-law, Leonard and Donna Nelson; sisters, Lisa (Bruce) Wanish, and Cyndi (Tim) Roberts; brother, Eric (Elizabeth) Ott; sister-in-law, Renee (Mickey) Baumgartner; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents; and niece, Beth Baumgartner. A Memorial Service will be held at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL HOME, 1358 Hwy. 51, Stoughton, at 11 a.m., on Friday, June 21, 2013. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 20, 2013. Dave graciously gave the gift of life through his organ donation. Memorials may be made to the family for a fund to be established. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com

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]]> Karen Friedli [10/03/1941 - 06/13/2013] MIDDLETON-Karen Friedli, age 71, passed away on Thursday, June 13, 2013 in Middleton. She was born on October 3, 1941 in Dodgeville, the daughter of Emry and Eunice (Hughes) Davis. Karen was united in marriage to the love of her life, Richard “Dick” Friedli on August 20, 1960 in Ridgeway. She graduated from Ridgeway High School and worked as a secretary for numerous businesses. In her spare time she enjoyed reading, gardening, working puzzles, was an avid Cubs and Badger fan, but truly treasured most the time she spent with her family. Karen is survived by two sons, Kevin (Barb) Friedli and Ryan Friedli; three grandchildren, Amaya, Logan and Cade; a brother, Tom (Shari) Davis; her twin, Sharon (Dennis) Budd and sisters, Deanna (Ardell) Lunda and Darcy (Bill) Ayen; three sisters-in-law, Carol (Gerry) Bertram, Karen (Gary) Clemo and Sherry (Jack) Malone; numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dick in Dec. 2012, sister, Marsha Davis in 2010 and brothers-in-law, Cecil Salzman and Bill Friedli. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave, Middleton at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 17, 2013. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery, Barneveld. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday, June 16, 2013 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM and also on Monday from 1:00 PM until the time of the service at the funeral home. For online condolences, please visit www.gundersonfh.com.

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]]> Nancy E. Miller [  - 06/12/2013] OREGON- Nancy E. Miller, age 57, passed away after a courageous battle with breast cancer on Wed. June 12, 2013 at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on Nov. 20, 1955, in Dodgeville, the daughter of Mitchell and Lois (Bowers) Rens. On Nov. 28, 1987, Nancy was united in marriage with James Miller. Nancy cared for families in their homes as a registered nurse for Agrace HospiceCare for five years. She always thought of others and treated everyone with dignity, love and compassion. She loved outdoor activities, especially kayaking, canoeing and camping with her family. The highlight of Nancy’s love of the outdoors was completing the Lake Superior Waterfall/ “Circle Tour”, and a two week camping adventure on the islands of the Turtle Flambeau Flowage; both with her son, Dan. She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Jim; son, Dan; sisters, Mary Kay Gray and Meg Hughes; brothers, Mitch (Ann) Rens, Pete (Brenda) Rens and Chip (Joi) Rens; aunt, Ruth Bowers; and many other relatives and friends. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Ken Rens. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at HOLY MOTHER OF CONSOLATION CATHOLIC CHURCH, 651 North Main Street, Oregon, at 11 a.m., on Sat. June 15, 2013 with Father Gary Wankerl presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. on Saturday, with a rosary at 10 a.m. Burial will take place at St. James Cemetery in Belleville at 10 a.m., on Tues. June 18, 2013. Memorials may be made in Nancy’s name to the Carbone Cancer Center or Agrace HospiceCare. Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care 1150 Park Street (608)835-3515

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