UPDATE: Memorial Service for Lavona Hartman is Postponed

October 2, 2020

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR LAVONA HARTMAN POSTPONED
Due to the increase of COVID-19 cases in Wisconsin, the family of Lavona Hartman has determined it is in everyone’s best interest to postpone the memorial service for Lavona until the virus is under control.

Please stay safe.

Jerry Hartman and family

Lavona (Uhe) Hartman, born 12-22-1938, died peacefully at the hospital on September 26, 2020, with her family by her side.

Lavona was born in Elkhorn, WI and raised in Milton and Lima Center, WI.  She met Jerry Hartman while they both attended Whitewater High School, and they were married on August 24, 1957.  Lavona worked at Hawthorn Mellody while she raised her children.  She later opened a florist shop and a hair salon, before obtaining a real estate license and working for Tincher Realty until her retirement.

She will be dearly missed by her family, including her loving husband, Jerry; children Kim (Marc) Taylor, Kevin (Amy) Hartman, and Kori Hartman; her beloved grandchildren Douglas Wilde, Adam Taylor, Kate Hartman, and Gerry Hartman; brothers Ralph Uhe and Bill Uhe, and many wonderful nieces and nephews who meant the world to her.

Lavona was preceded in death by her parents, Leslie and Dorathy Uhe; brother Norman Uhe, and three sisters; Elores Hulen, Sharon Kitsembel, and Noreen Kesterson.

Her husband and family were the most important aspects of her life.  She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to many.  She will be missed beyond measure and loved endlessly.

Lavona received excellent care at Mercy Hospital in Janesville through each step of her journey after being diagnosed with leukemia only recently. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to:                           Mercy Health Foundation   
Hospice and Palliative Care Department
903 Mineral Point Ave.
Janesville, WI 53548  

All Faiths Funeral and Cremation Services of Janesville is honored to be assisting the Hartman family. Online expressions of condolence and support may be made at: www.866allfaiths.com.


Rev. Carroll J. Olm, 95, of Whitewater died on September 26, 2020

Rev. Carroll J. Olm, 95, of Whitewater died on September 26, 2020.

Carroll was born on January 30, 1925 in Marengo, Iowa to Paul and Hulda (Pohl) Olm. He earned his undergraduate degree from Mission House Theological Seminary (now Lakeland University), where he met the love of his life, Marilyn Rittershaus. After their marriage on June 15, 1948 they moved east to Princeton University, where Carroll earned his Master of Theology.

After 13 years of parish ministry, Carroll became the first Executive Director and Chaplain of Fairhaven Retirement Community, a position in which he served from 1960 – 1990.

A leader in the burgeoning field of health and human services for the elderly, Carroll was appointed by Presidents Nixon and Carter and Wisconsin Governor Knowles to national and state commissions on aging. In addition, he served on boards for the White House Conference on Aging, the American Association of Homes for the Aging, the United Church of Christ National Council for Health and Human Services Ministries, and the Wisconsin Association of Homes for the Aging.

Locally, Carroll served on the First Citizens State Bank Board of Directors for 40 years, was active in many local charities, and served on the City Council and sundry Boards.

While proud of the recognition that he received, Carroll never failed to acknowledge Marilyn’s part in the achievements.

Throughout their 70 years of marriage, Carroll and Marilyn exemplified their belief in God’s love working through us.

Carroll is survived by his children, Mark (Germaine) Olm, Elizabeth (Steven) Eberhardt, and James Olm; grandchildren Daniel Eberhardt, Leah Olm, Erin Hageman, Christopher Olm, Rachel Olm, Chelsea Olm, and Jameson Olm; and great-grandchildren Gabriel Hageman, Harmony Hageman, and Felix Jahn.

The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Fairhaven for the loving and compassionate care that they provided to Carroll and Marilyn.

If desired, memorials may be sent to Fairhaven or Lakeland College.

Mary Lou Lein was born 11/15/1930 in Menominee, WI. Died 8/02/2020

Mary Lou Lein was born 11/15/1930 in Menominee,WI. Died 08/02/2020. She was the youngest of 4 children, Bob, Bill, and Arliss(all deceased). Mom came to Whitewater in 1950 to attend UW-Whitewater to obtain a teaching degree. She met my father Art and they were married in 1953. She had 2 children…Kevin (me) and Eric (deceased 2016) and spent her entire adult life in Whitewater. She was active in the Congregational Church UCC since her marriage. She taught for a few years and then became a fulltime housewife/mom. She was a cub scout den mother and was active in many organizations in the area. She helped Dad in his store, Art Lein’s Mens Wear during the 60’s and 70’s. Dad and she were bigtime supporters of UWW and attended many football and basketball games over the years. Dad was one of the founding members of the Quarterback Club in the 1950’s. She led a long and fulfilling life with her husband, Art, for 67 years. As her and Dad’s health declined they ended up in Fairhaven, a local nursing home. They spent their last days together there. Dad is still there but on hospice care and will be writing about him very soon as well. I’m obviously a wee bit biased but I don’t think I ever knew a kinder more genteel person than my Mom. She will be greatly missed. RIP Mom.

Barry Edmund Wescott passed away September 22, 2020 at Agrace Hospice, Fitchburg, WI

Barry Edmund Wescott passed away September 22, 2020 at Agrace Hospice, Fitchburg, WI. Barry or “Bear” as he often liked to be called was born in Watertown, WI October 15, 1945 to Donald and Agnes (Hedrick) Wescott. He is survived by his wife Bridget (King), twin sister Jeanne (Wescott) McKenna, daughters Samantha (Gullikson) Montana, Joanna (Wescott) Esposito and son Christopher Gullikson, and granddaughters Alyssa Montana, Sophia Montana, Caroline Esposito, and grandson Henry Esposito.

He was a Vietnam Navy veteran and after his discharge in 1969 returned to school at UW Whitewater and UW Madison to pursue art and teaching degrees. 

Barry taught art for many years in Clinton, WI and was the recipient of the Herb Kohl Teacher Fellowship, Elementary Teacher of the Year, and recognition for his years of service in Rock Valley United Teachers.

Barry touched many lives with his generous giving of time, service and resources; he was described as having a “big heart.” Barry was known for his songs created in the moment to mark special events in the lives of his friends and family and accompanied himself on guitar. He loved blues, jazz and country. 

A gathering of friends and family is deferred to a time when all can be present. Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com Memorials in Barry’s name may be made to the local animal welfare organization of your choice or doctorswithoutborders.org.

Kayla Marie Boehning, 24, of Whitewater passed away on September 8, 2020

Kayla Marie Boehning, 24, of Whitewater passed away on September 8, 2020.

She was born on November 5, 1995 in Fort Atkinson to James and Stephanie (Gosh) Boehning. She enjoyed working as a cashier at Casey’s Convenient Store in Whitewater.

Kayla enjoyed being with her family, and her fur babies more than anything. She loved family gatherings.

Kayla is survived by her parents, James and Stephanie Boehning; brother, Scotty Boehning; grandfathers, James Boehning, Ronald Gosh; fur babies, Blaze, Smokey, Little Kitty; many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She is preceded in death by her grandmothers, Donna Kay Gosh, Linda Boehning; and great-grandparents.

Kayla was a very generous and giving person, and because of that she donated her organs to give others life.

A memorial service will take place at 1PM on Saturday, October 3, 2020 at the Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. Visitation will take place from 11AM until the time of services.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

On Sunday September 20, 2020, Larry Lee Peiffer, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 86

On Sunday September 20, 2020, Larry Lee Peiffer, loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at the age of 86.

Larry was born on November 15, 1933 in Milwaukee, WI to Agnes (nee Leitzman) and Clarence Peiffer, the youngest of three children. He attended West Division High School for three years, playing percussion in the band and orchestra. He also played in the Milwaukee Youth Orchestra. He transferred to Whitewater City High School for his senior year, graduating in 1951. He worked as a plumber’s helper and electrician before enlisting in the Navy in November of 1953. After basic training at Great Lakes, he attended the Navy School of Music in Washington D.C. and served four years as a musician attaining the rank of Musician’s First Class. During his tour he served on board the USS Wisconsin and at the Naval Air Station in Millington, TN. He married Mary Warner on June 18, 1955 in Whitewater at the First United Methodist Church. After finishing his tour in 1957, he and Mary and their baby daughter, Carol, moved back to Milwaukee.

He entered Marquette University in August 1957, and transferred to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and graduated in January 1962 with a degree in science (physics, mathematics, and economics). Larry went to work at Norland Associates, a product design firm, in Fort Atkinson, WI as a project engineer and then in 1969 went to work for Sta-Rite Industries as project engineer for two years. During his years at Norland, he was the project leader for Bergstrom Manufacturing in Rockford, IL. He left Sta-Rite in 1971 and worked for Bergstrom for the next 28 years, retiring in 1999. During his tenure he was Chief Engineer, Director of Engineering and finally Director of Research and Development. He was granted three patents, and made many improvements to the plant facility and improved manufacturing efficiency. Throughout their marriage, Larry and Mary enjoyed traveling to many countries around the world, and their wintering in Green Valley, AZ.

Larry is survived by his wife of 65 years, Mary; three daughters, Carol (Steve) Ottowitz of Nekoosa, Jean (Tom Donahue) Peiffer of Edgewater, FL, and Mary Jo (Paul) Unger of Madison; five grandchildren, Morgan (Dan Kahut) Gaffner of Fond du Lac, Brianne Unger of Madison, Erin (Kevin) Acker of Muskego, Mitchell (Megan Charles) Gaffner of Neenah, Isaac (Janie Triebold) Unger of Madison; big sister, Carol Bergman of Greendale; sister-in-law, Ann Warner of Dodgeville; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence, mother, Agnes; mother-in-law, Ethel Warner; brother, Clare Peiffer; sister-in-law, Mick Peiffer; brothers-in-law Jim Bergman, Harley Warner, John Warner.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 5PM until 7PM at the Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb. St. Whitewater, WI 53190. A memorial service will take place at 11:30 on Sunday, September 27, 2020 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to Rainbow Hospice, Badger Honor Flight, the National WWII Museum, or the Whitewater Food Pantry.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.

Barbara Anne Sanchez (71) of Whitewater died peacefully on September 15 at Mercy Hospital in Janesville

Barbara Anne Sanchez (71) of Whitewater died peacefully on September 15 at Mercy Hospital in Janesville.

Barb was born on February 9th, 1949, in Lincoln, Nebraska, as an identical twin, to A. Jeannette (Luby) and Clayton J. Hohnstein.

She received her undergraduate degree from the University of New Mexico and J.D. from the University of New Mexico Law School. Early in her career she worked for ten years at the Los Lunas Hospital and Training School for the Mentally Retarded. After getting her J.D. she practiced Law in Belen, New Mexico. After she came to Whitewater, she worked at several group homes in the Whitewater area. She was a devoted reader, music lover, and conversationalist. She also enjoyed playing the guitar and ukulele.

She is survived by her twin sister, Rebecca S. (Hohnstein) Hogan; her brother, Jon Luby Hohnstein; her sister, Mary Alice (Hohnstein) Hartshorn; her nephew, Russell (Samantha) Hartshorn; and also by two grand-nieces.

The family would like to thank the people at Mercy Hospital who cared for her so well.

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

Florence Estelle Eggleston (nee Olds), age 82, of Adams passed away Sunday, September 20, 2020

Florence Estelle Eggleston (nee Olds), age 82, of Adams passed away Sunday September 20, 2020. She was born June 7, 1938 in Jefferson, WI. She was the daughter of Stephan A. and Olive Olds (Klaes).

Florence lived most of her life in the Palmyra-Whitewater area. She moved to Adams 25 years ago and loved the area. She loved her family, doing embroidery, puzzles, and being with friends. She always had cookies on hand for her grandchildren. Everyone always raved about her German potato salad and her crystal pickles. She had a collection of pigs and Garfields. She enjoyed her flower gardens and hummingbirds, camping and being in nature, and taking day trips. She worked at the T&O Restaurant as a waitress and the Nite Cap as a cook in Palmyra. She was also a cook at Trapline and Skyline in Friendship.

She is survived by her husband Kenneth Eggleston of Adams, her daughters: Vicki Jaquith (Jerry) of Adams, Angel Uphill (Phil) of Palmyra, Helen Eggleston (Keith) of Whitewater, Penny Eggleston (Ridge) of Fort Atkinson; her sons: Brian Eggleston of Pewaukee, Randy Eggleston of Whitewater; a brother Charles Olds (Lois) of Friendship; 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, and 3 Angel great-grand babies, many nieces and nephews.

Florence is preceded in death by her parents, a son John Keith, sisters Ruth Lyons, Elizabeth Zaccardo, and Lorraine Mould and sister-in-laws Irene Heederik and Eileen Culver.

She was loved by all who knew her and will be missed.

Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Brenda Marie (Buening) Channing went to her eternal home on Tuesday, September 15th

Brenda Marie (Buening) Channing went to her eternal home on Tuesday, September 15th.  Born March 3, 1949 in Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin to Lawrence (Larry) and Louise (Scherer) Buening.  She graduated from Whitewater High School in 1967,  went to beauty school and worked as a beautician at Puddie’s Beauty Salon for many years. Special thank you to Carrie McDermott, who was Brenda’s loving caregiver for the last several years. Brenda loved her children fiercely and they appropriately called her Momma Bear.  Brenda is survived by her 3 children, Melissa (Channing) Steffen, Muskego, WI; Andrew Channing, Whitewater, WI; Jill (Channing) Jensen, Janesville, WI;  1 sister, Lisa Sheldon (Joel); 3 grandchildren, Macy, Jameson and Benjamin Jensen; 2 nieces and 1 nephew.

She is preceded in death by her parents and both brothers, Patrick and Brian Buening.  

Friends welcome to attend a graveside service at 11 a.m. on Monday, September 21st.

She is free and at peace with no more struggles and no more tears.  She will always be in our hearts and we know her path is clear.  So thankful for the precious good times.  Her love could not be denied.

Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Ilana Margarite Lathrop, 80, of Palmyra passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at Lake Country Landing in Oconomowoc

Ilana Margarite Lathrop, 80, of Palmyra passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 at Lake Country Landing in Oconomowoc.

Ilana was born on April 10, 1940 to Clarence and Alice Walz at Swedish Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Ilana graduated from Waukesha High School and met her husband, Alfred (Ike) Lathrop, shortly thereafter. They were married for over 60 years and had three children together.

Ilana went back to school (WITC, Waukesha WI) when she was 40 and received her Accounting Associates Degree. She started her own Accounting and Tax Preparation practice in Palmyra, called L&L Accounting, Inc. She retired her practice (for the most part) around 2000. Ilana and Alfred moved to their retirement home in Mercer, Wisconsin. They spent about twelve years in the northeastern WI, and then returned to Whitewater to be closer to family and friends.

Ilana and Alfred enjoyed traveling across the United States and Canada and stopping at various sites to enjoying the adventure along the way. She also enjoyed crafting, making dolls, making jewelry, doing taxes even after retirement, and playing slots at any chance.

She is survived by her children, Robert Lathrop, Sharon (Matthew) Page, Christopher (Christina) Lathrop; grandchildren, Nathan Lathrop, Robbie Lathrop, Andrew Lathrop, Felicia Lathrop, Brianna “Ashton” Page, Erica Lathrop, and Rachael Page; two great-grandchildren, Evan Lathrop and Lexie Lathrop; brother, Clarence “Sonny” Walz; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Ilana is preceded in death by her husband, Alfred (Ike); siblings, Jeanette and Joyce; and niece, Charmaine Carr.

The family would like to give special thanks to Lake Country Health Services in Oconomowoc and Allay Home & Hospice in Brookfield for the exceptional care they provided to their mom.

Funeral services will take place on at noon on Friday, September 18, 2020 at the Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190. A visitation will take place from 11 a.m. until the time of services.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.