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Obituary: Kathleen Rogers Lundin, 87, of Sanibel Island, FL
Kathleen Lundin (nee Rogers), co-author of several business books with her late husband, Dr. William H. Lundin, passed away on March 19, 2023, after a multi-year battle with a series of debilitating physical problems and illnesses. Her family serenaded her with a live rendition of “I’ll take you home again Kathleen,” by…
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Linda Joanne Lorman, 73
Linda Joanne Lorman, 73, Whitewater, passed away at Alden Estates, Jefferson, WI on March 2, 2023. Linda was born on March 12, 1949, in Fort Atkinson, WI to Albert and Marjorie (Kohls) Robel. She graduated from Fort Atkinson High School. Linda married George Lorman in 1970. She owned and operated…
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Barbara J. Quast, 82
WHITEWATER – Barbara J. Quast, 82, died peacefully at her home, surrounded by family, on March 14, 2023. She was diagnosed with late-stage ovarian cancer in December and put up a courageous fight. Barbara will be missed by countless loving friends and family members. A Mass of Christian Burial…
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Sherry L. Bigelow, 74, of Fort Atkinson
Sherry L. Bigelow, 74, of Fort Atkinson, WI passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at her home. Sherry was born on April 11, 1948 in Fort Atkinson the daughter of Vern and Betty (Hertel) Reinke. She grew up in the Fort Atkinson area and was a 1966 graduate of…
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Miguel Aranda Loza, 78
Miguel Aranda Loza of Whitewater, born May 6th, 1944, passed away at the age of 78 on March 7th, 2023 in San Jose de Otates, Mexico. Burial services took place in his hometown of San Jose de Otates, Mexico. He is survived by his wife, Raquel Aranda, and their 11…
Read Entire ObituaryIn Memory of Nancy A. Noack, 1945-2020
“Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity.” In memory of Nancy A. Noack, who passed away at the age of 75 in Whitewater, WI on March 16, 2020. Nancy was born in Milwaukee, WI, daughter of Raymond Noack and Evelyn (née Neubauer) (Noack) Brill in…
Read Entire ObituaryDeath Notice: Kim E. Morgan, 81
Kim E. Morgan, 81, of Whitewater passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Agrace Hospice Center in Janesville. At Kim’s request, no services will take place. Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Deborah E. Stradinger, 73, of Katy, Texas
Deborah E. Stradinger Deborah “Deb” E. Stradinger 73, of Katy, Texas, passed away in her sleep on February 23, 2023. Deb, formerly ofWhitewater, WI, was the daughter of Emil and Loretta Stradinger. Deb is survived by her partner of 35 years, Kim Buffey; along with her brothers: Mark (Terri), Fr….
Read Entire ObituaryObituary: Marianne M. Madson (nee McDaniel), 94
Marianne M. Madson (nee McDaniel), loving wife of the late Arthur L. Madson, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2023 at the age of 94. She was born in Sioux City, Iowa on March 13, 1928, the daughter of Leonard and Susie McDaniel. Marianne was a talented and passionate musician…
Read Entire ObituaryObituary/Obituario: Ricardo “Ricky” Lopez Navejas Jr., 16
Ricardo “Ricky” Lopez Navejas Jr., 16, of Whitewater passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. Ricky was born on December 29, 2006 to Ricardo and Luz (Navejas) Lopez in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin. He attended Washington Elementary School and Whitewater Middle School, and was currently enrolled at Whitewater High School completing…
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