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UW-Whitewater to offer cooling centers Thursday, Friday

UW-Whitewater will open various facilities as cooling centers in response to the heat advisory issued in Rock and Walworth counties.

The National Weather Service issued the advisory for Thursday and Friday as temperatures are expected to reach the 90s with the heat index reaching 100 degrees, according to a news release.

These facilities will be air conditioned and open to the public:

  • James R. Connor University Center, 228 Wyman Mall, Whitewater, 7 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday and 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday.
  • Andersen Library, 141 Wyman Mall, Whitewater, 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Thursday and 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday.
  • Williams Center, 907 W. Schwager Drive, Whitewater, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursday and 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday.
  • UW-Whitewater at Rock County campus, 2909 Kellogg Ave., Janesville, 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday-Friday.

Whitewater Police Department Earns Purple Angel Award and Supports Dementia Friendly Initiative

The Dementia Friendly Community Initiative, Inc. is proud to announce that the Whitewater Police Department has joined a growing number of First Responders to have earned the Purple Angel Award.

This award is in recognition of the police department’s commitment to becoming as educated as possible as it relates to law enforcement response to those who suffer from dementia. The Whitewater Police Department extends their sincerest gratitude to the dedicated people who provide such valuable training throughout the greater Whitewater area.

One of the principal purposes for the Dementia Friendly Community Initiative, Inc. is providing free training programs to those who live and work in Walworth County, as well as businesses and organizations serving Walworth County residents, affected by dementia or Alzheimer’s and their caregivers including churches, police, fire, and EMT’s.

“We see a lot of value in the information and would recommend the training for any other public services entities,” stated Chief Aaron Raap.

WPD recognizes the need to serve our growing population of over 65-year-olds. According to the Alzheimer’s Association, the estimated population for those with Alzheimer’s/Dementia in Walworth county will be over 2,100 in the year 2020. By 2040, it is estimated that number will have grown to over 4,400. It is important to know that Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging; however, aging is a risk factor. By age 85, one in three people are expected to have Alzheimer’s/Dementia.

Dementia Friendly Community Initiative, Inc.’s mission is to provide a safe haven that will allow those with dementia and Alzheimer’s to live as independently as possible. A dementia friendly community is where individuals with dementia live good lives, continue to be part of their community, are met with understanding, and are given support where necessary. This enables those with dementia to safely find their way around the community, access local facilities that they are used to and are known and maintain their social networks as they continue to feel they belong. It eases the fear and isolation associated with dementia and increases access to the resources people need to live well with dementia. It is also treating the person with dementia with dignity and respect. They did not ask for this disease.

For more information, contact Walworth County Dementia Friendly Community Initiative, Inc. President Bernadette Russow or Secretary/Treasurer Eric Russow at (262) 320-7325 or dfcwalworth@gmail.com.

The City of Whitewater provides efficient and high quality services which support living, learning, playing and working in an exceptional community. Visit www.whitewater-wi.gov for community information and updates.

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Marvin Davis Free, Jr. of Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin, passed away on July 13, 2019 at his home surrounded by his loving family and dog, Abby.

Marvin was born on September 16, 1947 in San Francisco, California, son of Marvin D. Free and Julia (Frierson) Free.  He earned a BBA (‘70), MBA (‘72), and MA (‘77) from Baylor University and a PhD (‘85) from the University of Denver.

In July 1979, Marvin married his wife, Sandra Gardsbane.  They were married for forty years. Together they had two children, Jonathan Free and Benjamin Free. Marvin was involved in his children’s lives as an active volunteer and leader in Boy Scouts.  He never missed a sporting event or school event in which they participated.

He began his teaching career at UW-Marathon County in 1985. In 1996, he accepted a position at UW-Whitewater, where he worked as a Professor of Sociology and Criminology until his retirement in January 2015. He was the author of many books and articles, where his research primarily centered on wrongful convictions.

Following his retirement, he traveled with Abby, his beloved dog, as a team visiting nursing homes, group homes and day care centers.  They were also a part of the Reading Program at the Fort Library.

Marvin spent his time diligently training Abby to compete in American Kennel Club Obedience and Rally events.  They were quite the team, winning many first place ribbons as Abby acquired 6 titles.

Marvin was preceded in death by his father, mother, sister, Faye Deaton, brother-in-law Ray Deaton and brother-in-law, Brian Gardsbane.  He is survived by his wife Sandra, sons Jonathan and Benjamin, sister, Kaye (Don) Ellison, and many family members and friends.

A memorial service will be held graveside at Evergreen Cemetery, in Fort Atkinson on Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 11 am. 

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The Kennel Club of Fort Atkinson, P.O. Box 205, Fort Atkinson WI 53538.

Dunlap Memorial Home, Fort Atkinson, is assisting the family with arrangements.

www.DunlapMemorialHome.com

Beatrice Louise (Koch) Plucinski-Schlorb, 86, passed peacefully in her sleep on Sunday July 14, 2019 at the Edgewater Haven Nursing Home in Port Edwards, Wisconsin where she had been a resident for the last 4 years.

Bea was born to Arthur Jacob and Myrtle M. (Gerloff) Koch on October 19, 1932 in Whitewater, Wisconsin.  She grew up with her siblings Herman, Caroll, Hazel and Raymond. 

Bea graduated from Whitewater High School on May 28, 1952

She married the Love of her Life Harry David Plucinski JR on November 28, 1953; they were married at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Whitewater, Wisconsin. 

Together they had three children, John (Janice) Plucinski of Forsyth, Montana, Susan (Donald) Sutton of Moose Creek, Alaska and Frank (Kathy) Plucinski of Babcock, Wisconsin.

Bea was known for her quilting, sewing and crafts.

Unfortunately, JR passed way on January 25, 1972 .

Bea was remarried to Edward Schlorb on June 28, 1974 at Sugar Creek Lutheran Church in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, who brought Deborah Guerro of Killeen, Texas, Sherry (Al) Danischefsky of Babcock, Wisconsin, Edward Schlorb of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and April Schlorb of Arpin, Wisconsin into her life.

Together they did a lot of traveling.

Bea is further survived by 15 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be at 12 PM on Friday July 19, 2019 at the Nitardy Funeral Home Chapel, 550 N. Newcomb Street, Whitewater, WI.

Visitation will be held from 10 AM to noon on Friday at the funeral home until the time of the services. Bea will be laid to rest next to JR at Hillside Cemetery, Whitewater, WI .

www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Whitewater Schools Schedule Fee Collection Days

Fee collection for the Whitewater elementary schools will be on Tuesday, August 13, and fee collection for the middle school and high school will take place on Thursday, August 15.

Fee Collection Day Schedule

Warhawks: Former catcher Wegner dies of cancer

July 17 (Daily Jefferson County Union) – Justin Wegner, a former catcher for the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater baseball team who battled a rare form of cancer for more than three years, died last week. He was 22.

A celebration of Wegner’s life will take place at St. Raphael Catholic Church at 1215 Modaff Rd. in Naperville, Ill., this Thursday, July 18, with visitation from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral mass Friday, July 19 at the church starting at 10:30 a.m.

Wegner played for the Warhawks in 2016, batting .250 with one home run and had nine RBIs during 24 games, including 14 starts. A member of the WIAC Scholastic Honor Roll, Wegner helped UW-Whitewater reach the NCAA Division III World Series that season after winning the NCAA Central Regional in Sauget, Ill.

Following the 2016 season, Wegner was diagnosed with a rare type of soft tissue sarcoma, a type of cancer.

Wegner captivated hundreds of student-athletes at UW-Whitewater, which held fundraisers for his #JwegStrong campaign during several athletics events.

Members of the UW-Whitewater community took to social media to share memories of the courageous battle Wegner fought.

Nathan Sidney Krahn, 31, of Whitewater passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at The Bay at Burlington.

Nathan was born on October 10, 1987 in Janesville to Paul and Sandra (Wintlend) Krahn.

He is survived by his parents, Paul and Sandra Krahn of Whitewater; siblings, Shelly (Dave) Miller of Janesville, Mathew (Nicki Spencer) Krahn of Whitewater, Brandon (Michelle Staude) Krahn of Stoughton, Brittany Krahn of Whitewater, Abbie (Matt Neman) Krahn of Whitewater; grandparents, Sidney and Cecilia Krahn of Whitewater; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

The family would like to give special thanks to Bethesda in Watertown for their many years of exceptional care for Nathan.

Nitardy funeral home is assisting the family with arrangements.

www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

League of Women Voters Biennial Rummage Sale

League of Women Voters-Whitewater Area

Biennial Garage Sale

Friday, July 19: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Saturday, July 20: 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Bill & Sue Chandler’s Home- 414-630-3597

369 Lakeview Drive, Whitewater

Two Days of Bargains!

Make an offer: donate what you feel the item is worth!

(A few items are already priced.)

The proceeds will benefit the programming offered to the public for the next two years. League events are open to the public and traditionally are held every month of the school year.

Rita Eleanora (Lassa) Kehoe, 85, of East Troy passed away peacefully on July 11, 2019 at Glenwood in Whitewater, Wisconsin.

Rita was born on October 31, 1933 in Milwaukee to William and Apolonia (Brozek) Lassa. She was raised on the south side of Milwaukee with her sisters, Dorothy and Kathleen. Rita graduated from Bay View High School and attended Cardinal Stritch College. She continued her education at UW-Madison. In 1959, Rita married Dennis William Kehoe, of Watertown, at the St. Josaphat’s Basilica in Milwaukee. She was a dedicated educator for 35 years and retired from the Mukwonago School District.

Rita was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Whitewater and St. Mary Catholic Church in Palmyra. She and Denny were active in the Latin American Mission Program. Rita was proud of her Polish heritage and had traveled to Poland. She enjoyed traveling, music, cooking, reading and spending time with her sister, Dorothy and her husband, Harry. Rita loved spending time with her children and their families.

She is survived by her husband, Dennis; children, Rita (Parker) Dow, William (Heather) Kehoe, Maria (David) Hinners; grandchildren, Heather (David) Buehler, Holly Dow, Morganne (Andrew) Seiner, Shannon Kehoe, Meghan Kehoe, Alex Hinners, Eric Hinners; great-granddaughter, Seraphine Buehler.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William and Apolonia Lassa; and sister, Dorothy Mitchell.

A visitation will take place Monday, July 15, 2019 from 5 P.M. until 7 P.M. at the Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. A mass of Christian burial will take place at 11 A.M. on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Palmyra, Wisconsin. Visitation will take place from 10 A.M. until the time of services. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Palmyra.

Donations can be made to St. Mary Catholic Church in Rita’s honor.

The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Glenwood and Marquardt Hospice for their continued care for both Rita and Denny. They would also like to thank the staff and parish of St. Mary Catholic Church and St. Patrick Catholic Church, of Whitewater, for their continued support.

Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Upcoming City & Community Meetings: Week of July 15 – July 21

Library Board of Trustees Regular Meeting – Monday, July 15, 2019 at 6:30 PM;
Irvin L. Young Memorial Library Community Room

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Alcohol Licensing Committee Meeting – Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 6 PM; City of Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room

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Common Council Meeting – Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at 6:30 PM; City of Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room

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Police and Fire Commission Special Session – Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 5:30 PM; City of Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room

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