(UW-W press release) The following students have been trained and certified to be University of
Wisconsin-Whitewater resident assistants for the 2020-21 academic year.
Whitewater, WI – Anai Parker, who is majoring in psychology
Whitewater, WI – Oliver Wink, who is majoring in social work
RAs are student staff members who serve as positive resources for other students on their residence hall floor, and encourage community-based learning and interaction among residents.
“The RAs are a critical component to our students’ UW-Whitewater experience. They demonstrate positive leadership and serve as role models to many of our students,” said Amanda Krier-Jenkins, assistant director – staff and academic development. “Collectively they have been a part of hundreds of academic interventions, dozens of community-building events and initiatives, and they support the community standards that allow residents to maximize their academic and personal success.”
RAs must maintain at least a 2.0 GPA, full-time student status and complete several interviews with peers and academic staff members to hold this position. Students receive numerous benefits, as well as outstanding experience in communication skills and leadership.
Per this article on December 25 on Saintswire (a USA Today publication), “The New Orleans Saints receiving corps added some help on Friday when the team claimed Jake Kumerow off of waivers from the Buffalo Bills. Kumerow, 28, has appeared in 27 games with the Bills and Green Bay Packers (including the playoffs), catching 22 of 35 targets for 367 receiving yards. He’s caught three touchdown passes, including a 22-yard dart from Bills quarterback Josh Allen last week….Kumerow played college football at Wisconsin-Whitewater, a Division III program in the Packers’ backyard.”
Readers may also be interested in this article, dated December 28, “6 facts to know about the new Saints waiver claim, WR Jake Kumerow.”
Heinz Alfred Stettner, 81, Whitewater passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Monday, December 28, 2020.
Heinz was born on October 14, 1939 in Germany to Karl and Emma (Maier) Stettner. He immigrated to the United States in October, 1958 to work on his aunt and uncle’s dairy farm in Lyons, WI. Heinz married Diana Ragland in April, 1964 in Delavan, WI. He was a dairy farmer until his retirement from farming in 1987. Heinz then worked for George Leedle Sales and Services in the dairy supply industry which allowed him to make many friends throughout the industry.
He was a Packer fan, enjoyed dancing, bicycling, and playing with his grandchildren. Heinz loved all his grandchildren, but a very special bond developed between him and Logan. After his retirement, Heinz (Opa) became the day care provider for Logan from 5 months of age to about 3 yrs of age and the bond grew stronger as Logan got older.
He is survived by his wife, Diana, Whitewater; sons Scott Stettner, Beloit, WI, and Jeff (Lisa Singstock) Stettner, Whitewater; grandchildren, Brenton, Logan and Laken; great-grandsons, Colton, Boone and Adler. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Ruth and daughter Janice.
A Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, January 3, 2021 at 3:00 p.m. at the Nitardy Funeral Home 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, January 3 from 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service. As an expression of sympathy you may wish to consider memorials to Rainbow Hospice or to the Green Lake Area Animal Shelter, Ripon, WI. Online condolences may be made by visiting nitardyfuneralhome.com. Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater is assisting the family.
Daniel K. Loften “Loft”, age 71, of Whitewater, passed away peacefully Friday, December 25, 2020 at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Janesville on September 3, 1949, the son of the late Jim and LaDean (Butt) Loften. Dan graduated from Milton High School in 1967.
Dan married Barbara Wright on June 19, 1971. He worked for Plymouth Tube in East Troy for nearly 40 years. His love for the outdoors, hunting, and fishing was instilled at a young age by his father and continued throughout his life. He had a green thumb, enjoying his garden for many years while listening to his favorite music. His line of prized potatoes will continue in his children’s gardens for years to come. He was an athlete in his younger days and his love of sports carried with him, rooting on the Chicago Cubs and Bears.
Dan proudly served his country in the US Army, including a year in Vietnam.
He is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 49 ½ years, Barb; children: Travis (Dayna) Loften of Oconomowoc, Amanda (Josh) Firgens of Evansville; grandchildren: Aiden and Lillian Loften, and Clara and Rylan Firgens; brother: Bruce (Kathy) Loften of Albany; in-laws and many cousins with whom he made countless memories. He is preceded in death by his parents.
A special thank you to the staff for their care at the VA Hospital in Madison.
A Celebration of Life to share Dan’s many memories will be planned for a later date. Ward-Hurtley Funeral Home, Evansville is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers or gifts, a donation in Dan’s name can be given to the Irvin L Young Memorial Library in Whitewater, WI.
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
907 AM CST Tue Dec 29 2020
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Dennis Glen Knuteson, long time resident of Whitewater, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully in the early morning on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2020, at Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin.
Dennis was born on July 1, 1941 in Whitewater, Wisconsin to Glen and Beatrice Knuteson. He graduated from Whitewater High School in 1959. Following graduation, Dennis served in the United States Navy for three years, where he received his one and only tattoo of an anchor on his forearm.
Dennis found himself back in Whitewater to help on his family’s dairy farm after his time in the service and took over full-time after his father passed away. After years of hard work, he sold the cows and finished his working days as a pioneer of the road, a big-rig truck driver. Dennis enjoyed long conversations with friends and family while putting back a few cold ones. He had an immense love for a good hamburger and would boldly proclaim satisfaction with wide eyes and a nod of his head with each bite. His belly laugh was contagious and love for life was equally charming.
Dennis is survived by his three children; Son, Cameron Knuteson; Daughter, Caitlyn Knuteson; Daughter, Amanda Bauer; and his siblings; Sister, Pat Williams; Brother John Knuteson. He is preceded in death by his parents, Glen and Beatrice Knuteson; Sister, Lori Lee Knuteson.
Memorials can be made in Dennis’ name to Fairhaven Nursing Home, 435 W Starin Road, Whitewater WI 53190.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Meriter Hospital and Fairhaven Nursing Home for their exceptional care.
A celebration of life will take place at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Nitardy Funeral Home 550 N Newcomb St., Whitewater, Wisconsin with his daughter, Caitlyn Knuteson, officiating. A visitation will take place at 1 p.m. until the time of the services at the funeral home.
Madeleine (Lanier) Isch, 94, of Whitewater passed away on December 23, 2020 at The Glenwood at Mulberry.
Madeleine was born on February 20, 1926 in France to Pierre and Marie Lanier. She started her working career in Paris as a cashier for the National Post Office. She immigrated to the US with her husband, Georges, in the early 50’s and worked several different jobs over the years. She was a gourmet cook, diligent home maker, a gardener who grew and preserved a magnitude for the family. She refinished furniture, wallpapered and worked alongside Georges in all their endeavors and remodels. She was an artist with crochet, knitting, reupholstering, and a master seamstress, creating and teaching her crafts. She is remembered for clothing her children, decorating their houses, many wedding dresses and outfits for others. She worked for the UW-Whitewater theater dept. creating authentic costumes for Shakespearian performances, researching and creating her own patterns for authenticity. Many of her friends were her colleagues at American Optical, where she ended her work career.
Madeleine was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed time spent with family and was known for her wonderful devotion to making, doing, providing and loving care. She will always be remembered for her warmth, sweetness and generosity.
Madeleine is survived by her daughter, Noele S. Condon (G.R. “Joe” Condon) of Wisconsin Rapids and son Mark G. Isch (Cecelia McCoppin) of Winthrop Harbor. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jeanine in Waukesha and Claudine in France.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Pierre and Marie; and husband, Georges A. Isch.
There will be no public funeral services. A family celebration of life will be held at a later time. To those who wish to contribute, please donate to your local food bank or Feeding America.
Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com
(City of Whitewater submission) The City of Whitewater Department of Public Works will collect Christmas trees on Tuesday, January 5, and Tuesday, January 12, 2021. Please place your tree on the terrace by 5:00 a.m. on one of those dates.
Residents who wish to have a tree picked up before or after the above scheduled dates must call the Department of Public Works at 473-0560 before 5 a.m. on Tuesday that week to schedule a brush pick up.
Trees that have been flocked or contain wire will not be collected. Please place these trees for collection by John’s Disposal on the second Thursday of the month, your bulk pick up day.
Banner note: Per Carol Holford, his aunt, “Paul Jones is a 1989 graduate from Whitewater High School. Paul married Tina Gorby, also a WHS graduate. They have three children, Ciara, Sydney and Donovan and live in Fox Point, WI.” Our thanks to Ms. Holford for providing us with this story.
(From Marquette Today, December 21, 2020)
Paul Jones
The university has named Paul Jones as its new vice president and general counsel, President Michael R. Lovell announced today.
Jones, who has served as intrapreneur-in-residence in Marquette’s 707 Innovation Hub since February 2020, will begin in his new role on Monday, Jan. 4, 2021.
Jones joins Marquette after spending 10 years as an executive officer at Harley-Davidson as the company’s chief legal officer, as well as other strategic business roles. He represented Harley-Davidson in co-founding the Near West Side Partners, of which Marquette is an anchor institution, and served as a member of the NWSP Board of Directors and chair of the Steering Committee.
“Paul is a familiar figure on campus and he embraces the mission and values of Marquette University in his time with the 707 Hub and through his work with the Near West Side Partners,” President Lovell said. “We are excited by the wisdom and experience he will bring to Marquette, and I have the utmost confidence that he will lead the Office of General Counsel strategically and with our university values in mind.”
“I’m truly humbled and extremely excited to join the leadership team at Marquette University and I appreciate President Lovell offering me this opportunity,” Jones said. “I’ve worked closely with many people at Marquette during my time at Harley-Davidson, with the Near West Side Partners and now at the 707 Hub. Marquette is an excellent Catholic, Jesuit university, and I look forward to engaging in its exciting future and serving its mission.”
While at Harley-Davidson, Jones was responsible for managing the company’s global legal risk and overseeing all legal matters – including product integrity, product recall and public policy/government affairs functions. From 2015 to 2018, he also worked to transform and lead a wide range of key business functions, including corporate strategy, business development, business intelligence, and strategic licensing and partnerships.
In his capacity as intrapreneur-in-residence in the 707 Hub, Jones has overseen student-run venture capital programs, served as a mentor for student-led business startups, worked to strengthen and coordinate collaboration for innovation programing and activity across the university, and is helping to develop an intrapreneurship pathway as a program of distinction.
He is also a member of the Marquette Law School Dean’s Advisory Board and serves as vice chair of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation Board.
Jones has been recognized as a “Diversity Champion” and “Top Corporate Counsel” by the Milwaukee Business Journal.
Jones was previously a partner at the law firm Foley & Lardner LLP in Milwaukee. He earned his law degree from Georgetown University and holds advanced degrees from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management and the University of Oxford’s Saïd Business School.
President Lovell expressed his appreciation for the work done during the past several months by the Office of the General Counsel since the retirement of former Vice President and General Counsel Cindy Bauer. “I want to especially thank Senior Associate General Counsel Jeff Kipfmueller for his continuing dedication to Marquette in leading the office as acting vice president since April,” President Lovell said. “Jeff has served Marquette for more than 25 years and I’m grateful for his enduring commitment to our university.”
