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Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Wisconsin’s Fallen Firefighters

 
Gov. Tony Evers ordered the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., Oct. 1, 2022, to honor firefighters who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities as members of Wisconsin’s fire services. In recognition of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day, Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial Inc. holds a Final Alarm Ceremony and Silent Procession at the Wisconsin State Firefighters Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids. This year, the event will take place on October 1.  

“The Memorial Wall in Wisconsin Rapids holds the names of more than 300 firefighters who have served their communities heroically and who have made the ultimate sacrifice,” said Gov. Evers. “This day is an important one to many as they honor their loved ones, colleagues, and friends with the Final Alarm Ceremony and Silent Procession, and the state of Wisconsin joins them in their mourning as we remember their fallen heroes. They will never be forgotten.” 

In addition to lowering the flags on Sat., Oct. 1, 2022, due to the Final Alarm Ceremony, the Executive Order also lowers the flags on Sat., Oct. 15, 2022, in honor of Wisconsin Firefighters Memorial Day during Fire Prevention Week, which is set by state statute. 

Stuff the Bus (at the schools)

After many years of co-sponsoring Stuff the Bus, the Whitewater FFA is passing the torch to Whitewater Unified School District Student Councils. The Student Councils, along with Nelson’s Bus Service, will be supporting the food drive. Please support Stuff the Bus under new management; your support goes a long way for those in need.
During Homecoming Week (October 3-7), please bring donations to any school in the district. Each building will have designated areas in which food and other supplies can be dropped off during the school day.

Your support for the community is greatly appreciated. Thank you!

Whitewater FFA Reporter
Katie Gillette

Obituary: Richard Alan “Rick” Hartmann, 68

Richard Alan “Rick” Hartmann, 68, of Whitewater passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at his home.

Rick was born on August 14, 1954 in Fort Atkinson to Carl and Emmy (Geitner) Hartmann. He graduated from Whitewater High School in 1972, and in 1988 he purchased Rick’s Eastside Pub. On November 7, 1992 he married Ellie Bigelow and together they raised two children.

He enjoyed music, watching all Wisconsin sports, golfing, driving around with Ellie, and shopping for electronics.

Rick is survived by his wife, Ellie; children, Shelli (Roger) Barrett, Buddy (Brandi) Luebke; grandchildren, Levi, Aaron, Justin, Megan, Brandon, Cody, and Lindsey; siblings, Jeff (Gina) Hartmann; Cort (Steph) Hartmann, Todd Hartmann; brothers-and-sisters-in-law, Nancy Bigelow, Susan Stork, Tom Jordens, Tom (Judy) Bigelow and Donna Lewis. He is further survived by his uncle Jerry Hartman, his aunt Gloria Hartmann and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Emmy Hartmann; grandparents, Carl and Alice Hartmann and Herman and Mae Geitner; and mother-and-father-in-law, Clarence and Catherine Bigelow.

A memorial service will take place at 1 p.m. on Monday, October 3, 2022 at First English Lutheran Church. A visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service. In Rick fashion, casual attire would be appropriate for the visitation and service.

There will be a gathering at Rick’s East Side Pub immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Rick’s name to Whitewater Music Parent Association (WMPA) c/o Mike Dugan, 254 N. Park St., Whitewater WI. 53190 or the Whitewater Food Pantry, P.O. Box 63, Whitewater, WI. 53190

Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Obituary: Jeannie C. Patrick, 84, of Fort Atkinson

Jeannie C. Patrick, 84, of Fort Atkinson, passed away on Friday, September 23rd, 2022 at her
home after a lingering illness.

Jeannie was born on November 21st, 1937, in the city of Janesville, to James and Elinor (Perry)
Larson.

Jeannie worked 40 years as a CNA at Countryside/Alden until the age of 70. After retirement
she continued to work in the home health field for a few years. She was very dedicated to
caring for others.

Jeannie loved the Milwaukee Brewers, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Green Bay Packers. She
enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Jeannie is survived by her son, Gregg (Kim) Patrick of Mountain, WI; Sheri (Steven) Brandt of
Utah; Jeff (Debbie) Patrick of Fort Atkinson, WI and Mike Patrick of Fort Atkinson, WI;
grandchildren, Jamie (Matt) Strasburg of Jefferson, WI; Jenny (Shaun) McKelvey of Whitewater,
WI; Jody (Osiri) Ogando of Fort Atkinson, WI; Tim (Shannon Race) Patrick of Janesville, WI;
Connor Patrick of Fort Atkinson, WI; Stephanie Patrick of Mukwonago, WI and Aaron Patrick of
Georgia; Sister Joanne Bruch of Whitewater, WI; Seven great grandchildren; many nieces and a
nephew and many dear and close friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, James and Elinor Larson, and brother, James Larson.

A visitation will take place at 10:00 a.m. to noon on Monday, October 3rd, 2022 at the Nitardy
Funeral Home, 1008 Madison Ave., Fort Atkinson, WI. A memorial service will follow at noon at
Nitardy.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of Rainbow Hospice for their
exceptional care.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Richard and Arlene Trewyn Celebrating 65th Anniversary

Richard and Arlene (Geske) Trewyn of Whitewater will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on October 5, 2022. They were married October 5th, 1957, at the First English Lutheran Church in Whitewater.

The couple’s family includes two children, Donna, and Bill, and three grandchildren. Donna (Trewyn) and William Knilans have two children, Kayla (Angus Wan) and Jason (Melanie Hayes). Bill and Bridget (Coogan) Trewyn have one child, Signe. They plan to celebrate their anniversary with immediate family.

Urban Forestry Commission: 2022 has been a good year for Purple Martins and Chimney Swifts

A Chimney Swift tower
A Purple Martin house

The Whitewater Urban Forestry Commission is pleased to report that 2022 has been a good year for Purple Martins and Chimney Swifts. These synanthropic [organisms that live closely with humans and benefit from doing so] birds seem to appreciate the fact that Whitewater is a Bird City. To find out more, please visit the For The Birds page at The Arboretum At Starin Park.

This Week’s Garage Sale

Large Garage Sale

Friday September 30th and Saturday October 1st

9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 

Eastward Apartments 

801 E. Clay St. D4

Whitewater, WI 53190

Women’s Sweaters  L-XL

Graphic Tees  L- 2XL

Harley Tshirts Men 2XL

Women Harley Shirts L-XL

Hoodies XL – 2XL

Books

Puzzles

Packer Stadium Seats

Womens shoes 7.5 Columbia, Teva, New Balance

2 Used Graco Pack n Plays

Like new Graco High Chair

Brand New Evenflo Car Seat

Brand New Booster Car Seat

Barely used Booster Car Seat

Toys

Little Tykes Rocking Chairs

Little Tykes Pink Toy box

Antique Dishes

ADRC of Walworth County Offers AARP Driver Safety Class

The Walworth County Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) will offer the AARP Driver Safety Class on Monday, October 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at its facilities at the Walworth County Department of Health & Human Services, 1910 County Road NN in Elkhorn.

This class is a great refresher on driving techniques and rules of the road and also provides a proven method for seniors to evaluate their driving and make necessary changes to remain safe. In addition, most insurance companies offer a discount for up to three years for completion of the course. The cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members.

For questions or to register for the program, contact Chetney Blaszczyk RDN, CD at (262) 741-3309.

About the ADRC of Walworth County: The ADRC provides information and assistance to older and disabled adults, their friends, family, caregivers, and the public. We can assist by evaluating your current needs and providing options available to meet the needs of your personal situation.

Southern Lakes Conference Reunion (Update: phone number correction)

The 5th Annual Southern Lakes Conference reunion will be on Friday, Oct. 7th again at the Place To Be in downtown Elkhorn at noon. This year we are including the years from 1954 to 1962. So anyone who played any sport in the old SLC those years please try to attend. Please contact some of your teammates from those years to come. It is a good time to talk old times with some of your foes from years ago and have a great lunch. If anyone has any questions you can contact me Tom Kraus gatortom57@yahoo.com 262-215-9985.

Editor’s note: We recognize that the logo for the conference, and the schools that were part of the conference, were probably different in 1954-1962. If someone has a logo from that era we’ll be pleased to use it!

Editor’s note, 9/28 @ 9:40 a.m. – Phone number for Tom Kraus corrected.