Dustin Reichwald

Fall Water Main and Hydrant Flushing – October 1 – 5, 2018

The City of Whitewater – Water Utility will begin its semi-annual water main and hydrant flushing program on Monday, October 1 through Friday, October 5.  Flushing of water mains is necessary in order to continue to deliver clean, safe water to our citizens. If we have repairs more than expected throughout the week, we may have to continue flushing into the following week.

Flushing of water mains and hydrants can cause some discoloration of the water. Caution should be exercised in the washing of white clothing. Discoloration of the water due to flushing WILL stain white clothing. We notify the public in all local media outlets; therefore, we cannot be responsible for stained clothing. If discoloration is detected, run the cold water faucet until the discoloration clears. While we are still flushing in your area the water may take a while to clear up. You may want to wait until we have left the area and the water settles down before running your water tap.  If reduced pressure is experienced after flushing, you may have to clean the aerators on your house faucets.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during the water main and hydrant flushing.

Questions may be directed to the Water Utility at 473-0560.

Fort HealthCare Partners’ Bob Smith Memorial Nursing Scholarship applications now being accepted

Fort HealthCare Partners are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for two $500 scholarships to be awarded to qualified applicants enrolled in an Associate Degree Nursing Program. These scholarship awards are being awarded in memory of long time Fort HealthCare Partner/Volunteer, Bob Smith, of Fort Atkinson.

Qualifications:

  • All general education and pre-nursing requirements completed.
  • Students must have completed the petition process for the fall semester.
  • Applicants must have awarded a spot in the core nursing program.
  • Applicant must have achieved a grade point average of 2.75 (or better).
  • Applicant must currently live or be employed in the service area of Fort HealthCare that includes the school districts of Cambridge, Fort Atkinson, Jefferson, Johnson Creek, Lake Mills, Palmyra, and Whitewater.
  • Applicants with work experience in a health care field, and applicants showing a strong financial need will receive preference.
  • Application deadline is October 5, 2018.

The application is on line at www.Forthealthcare.com/ways-give/scholarship-information

Lorraine Margaret Millis, age 91, of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at Sunset Ridge Assisted Living in Jefferson, WI.

Lorraine was born on October 3, 1927, in Wisconsin – the daughter of Hector and Irene Fraser. After completing high school, Lorraine attended The Art Institute in Milwaukee.  On February 17, 1951, Lorraine married Walter James Millis; they had five children and were together until Walter passed away in December of 2011.  Her most cherished times were spent with her husband whom she adored, their cats and Pattie their dog.  Lorraine was in her element when she could be outdoors working in her flower gardens, but nothing could compare with her and Walter’s love of camping. She would be packed and ready to go at even the suggestion of a camping trip.  She also loved to have her kids, grandkids, and great-grandchildren come to visit.

Survivors include Children: Gary Millis, Westfield, WI,  Ann Rhodes, Reading, PA,  Kim Millis, Palmyra, WI, Steve (Cindee) Millis, Whitewater, WI, Bill (Lara) Millis, Merrill, WI.  Grandchildren: Eric, Holly, Amber, Mia, Jesse, Bryon (Dana), Heather, Jim, Joshua, Emerson, Abram, and many Great-Grandchildren.  She is also survived by her brother Allan Fraser of Florida.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years Walter, her sister Donna, and her parents.

Lorraine’s family wishes to thank Laura and all of her staff at Sunset Ridge in Jefferson, WI for the wonderful and compassionate care that Lorraine received. They truly made sure Sunset Ridge felt like home to her for the last three years of her life.

We would also like to thank St Croix Hospice for their assistance.

Per Lorraine’s wishes, a private family gathering honoring her life will be held.

The Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater, WI is assisting the family, www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

 

The State of the City and the State of the Schools – September 20, 2018


The League of Women Voters-Whitewater Area is launching its program year with the annual State of the City address by Whitewater City Manager Cameron Clapper. Also included will be a presentation, “The State of Our Schools” by Whitewater Unified School District Administrator Dr. Mark Elworthy and Business Manager Matt Sylvester-Knudtson. The date is Thursday, September 20, 2018, in the City Hall Council Chambers at our new starting time of 6:30 pm.

Please join us for this excellent and informative analysis by these top officials. A question and answer session will follow.

U8 Academy Open for Registration

Whitewater Youth Soccer Club presents…

U8 ACADEMY

A new format for U8 soccer – open to all 6 and 7 year olds

Open registration, join anytime at www.whitewatersoccer.com

  • Station-based skill learning
  • A great combination of fun and skill development
  • Players grouped by skill level each practice & game day
  • 2 practices per week – pick one or attend both – Monday and Wednesday evenings 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Games on Saturday mornings at 9:00 a.m.
  • $85 includes both fall and spring seasons (14 total weeks!)
  • All practices and games take place at Moraine View Park

U8 Academy led by former WYSC coach & board president Mark Korf. Mark has coached youth soccer for over 25 years, and coached select teams in MAYSA for the past 5 years.

To register for this great program go to www.whitewatersoccer.com

Albert (Pete) Brokmeier passed away on September 17, 2018; born on January 18, 1940, to Albert and Adeline Brokmeier, he was 78.

Pete lived in Whitewater all his life, and enjoyed softball, traveling to various places in Europe, Alaska, and stateside with his wife, Trudy, camping, golfing, and his real love – fishing.

Pete was extremely active within the community. He was a volunteer fireman for over 20 years, was President of the Whitewater Jaycees, was a member of the Whitewater Police and Fire Commission, and served on various committees at the Methodist Church in Whitewater. Pete owned Fireside Heating with Joe Bonk. He also worked for Hawthorne Melody for 20 years and for Home Lumber until retiring in 2005.

He married Trudy Millard on November 11, 1962, and was married 55 years.  He is survived by Trudy and their three children, Kyle Brokmeier (Ani), Tom Brokmeier (Tammy), and Jennifer Branski (Mike), and four grandchildren, Emily, Megan, True, and Charlie.  He is also survived by his brothers Alvin Brokmeier and Robert Brokmeier.  Preceding Pete in death were his parents, his brothers Raymond, Orlin, Richard, Eugene, and his sisters Mildred, Mabel, and Nancy.

Funeral Services will be on Monday, Sept. 24, 2018, at the First United Methodist Church, 145 S. Prairie Street, Whitewater, WI at 11:00 a.m. with visitation from 9:00-11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials should be sent to the Whitewater Fire Dept. or Rainbow Hospice.

The Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater, WI is assisting the family, www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Ida Helen (Erickson) Haney, 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 16, 2018 at Glenwood Memory Care in Whitewater, Wisconsin.

Ida, who was born in the town of Clearbrook, Minnesota, on September 29, 1931, was the eleventh of twelve children born to Emil and Inga A. (Haugen) Erickson. She married Merwyn Dale Haney on July 15, 1950, in Crystal Lake, Illinois. For several years, they lived in various locations in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin until settling in the Palmyra, Wisconsin area in 1971.

Ida was a wonderful homemaker who loved spending time with her family. She was a hospitable hostess and made sure each guest felt special by preparing foods which she knew they enjoyed. Ida loved her Lord and reading her Bible, and spent years teaching both her Sunday school class and her grandchildren about the Lord.

Ida is preceded in death by her parents, Emil and Inga Erickson; her spouse of 66 years, Merwyn Haney; a grandson, Seth Krause; six brothers, Clarence Erickson; Edvin Erickson; Elmer Erickson; Leonard Erickson; Melvin Erickson; and Tommy Erickson; one sister, Myrtle Eastwood; three sisters-in-law, Anna (Edvin) Erickson; Anna (Elmer) Erickson; Mavis Erickson; Pearl Erickson; and three brothers-in-law, Roy Dukek, Oliver Eastwood, and Harold Green.

She is survived by her children, Sharon (Larry) Krause of Viroqua, WI; Karen (Ray) Blazer of Harvard, IL; Debbie (David) Houtsinger of Delavan, WI; Scott (Mary Beth) Haney of Whitewater, WI; and Kim (John) Weiss of Whitewater, WI; two sisters, Edna Dukek of Bagley, MN; Irene Green of Fosston, MN;  six brothers, Ernest Erickson of Clearbrook, MN; Benny Erickson of Leonard, MN;  19 grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Rainbow Hospice of Jefferson, Wisconsin, and the wonderful staff of Glenwood at Mulberry for their compassionate care and concern during Ida’s last days.

A celebration of her life will be held at Kettle Moraine Baptist Church, 505 S Wisconsin Street, Whitewater, WI, on Saturday, September 22nd, at noon with a meal following the service. Visitation will be at the church from 10 am until noon. Those planning an expression of sympathy, please consider memorials to Kettle Moraine Baptist Church.

Online obituary, or to leave a condolence, please visit www.Haaselockwoodfhs.com.