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Obituary: Gerald Wm. Mallmann, 72

Gerald Wm. Mallmann, 72, of Whitewater, WI passed away peacefully on Friday, May 12, 2023, at Our House Senior Living. He was surrounded by friends.

Jerry was born on November 10, 1950 in Sheboygan, WI, the son of William H. and Wilma M. (Jahn) Mallmann. He grew up in Sheboygan where he was confirmed at St. Andrew Lutheran Church and graduated from high school in Sheboygan. Jerry enjoyed his youth in Sheboygan and especially his many family summer vacations, traveling by car stopping to experience the many roadside attractions the era had to offer.

Jerry furthered his education at Madison College where he received his degree in the culinary arts. Jerry used his skills to open several area restaurants by helping to create their menus, writing their production specifications and training kitchen staff members. In the 1970’s Jerry took a job as chef at Alpine Valley Resort in East Troy, WI. He retired from the contracted food service at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater at the end of 2016.

In retirement, Jerry enjoyed Sunday brunches with friends, morning coffee with “the boys” and Saturday morning trips to the farmers’ market in Madison. Jerry also had a thirst for all things related to Wisconsin’s rich history.

He is survived by his friend, James Allen of Whitewater, a special caregiver, Brittany Waits and many friends. Jerry was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Whitewater.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, William and Wilma Mallmann.

Jerry will be laid to rest next to his parents during a private service in Wildwood Cemetery of Sheboygan, WI.

Special thanks for the angel-sent folks at Rainbow Hospice and the caregivers at Our House Senior Living Center in Whitewater, WI.

The Gibson Family Funeral Homes of Palmyra and Eagle, WI is assisting with the arrangements. To place an online condolence, visit gibsonfuneral.com.

Memorials in Jerry’s honor may be made to the Wisconsin Historical Foundation, PO Box 260050, Madison, WI 53726-0050 (888)748-7479.

Obituary: Jan M. Riley, 79

JAN M. RILEY, 79, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. She was born on January 31, 1944 in Fort Atkinson, WI to Margaret (Moldenhauer) Mauel and Howard W. Mauel.

Jan grew up in the Fort Atkinson/Jefferson area, moving as a freshman in high school to Whitewater, graduating in 1962. She worked as a telephone operator for a company in Whitewater for two years. At the age of 31, she started her own cleaning service for the Whitewater, Delavan and Elkhorn areas which lasted over 40 years.

She met David Riley in 1961 and they were married on July 27, 1963 and were together for the next 53 years. Dave and Jan moved to the LaGrange area where they had their two children. Jan had a green thumb; anywhere they lived she planted many flowers and trees.

Jan’s favorite things were bowling, gambling, painting ceramics, and gardening.

She will be deeply missed by her daughter, Tammy (Dan) Parker of Whitewater and son, Corey (Tracey) Riley of Whitewater. She was a beloved Nana to Curtis (Judy Dickenson) Parker, Kasey (Dustin Broglio) Parker, and McKenna (Roth Wells) Riley. She will also be missed by sister-in-law Kathy Mauel and her family; brother Roy (Shirley Ann) Mauel, and many other relatives and friends.

Jan was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Dave; brother Gene Mauel and sister Diane Deegan.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 19, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at the Nitardy Funeral Home in Whitewater with Deacon Greg Price presiding. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service.

The family would like to thank the entire Aurora at Home Burlington/Walworth Hospice Team along with the Racine/Kenosha Hospice Team. Special thanks to Jennifer Weddell, Kay Tomaszewski and Wendy Wolman.

Visit www.schneidermichaelisfuneralhome.com to leave your condolences for the family.

Flags to Half-staff Sat. to Honor Recently Identified WWII Pilot

 
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers signed Executive Order #196 ordering the flags of the United States and the state of Wisconsin to be flown at half-staff on Sat., May 6, 2023, in honor of Army Air Forces First Lieutenant Roy Coulson Harms, who lost his life in World War II and whose remains have been identified and returned to Wisconsin for burial. 

“We are glad to be able to welcome First Lieutenant Roy Coulson Harms home and that he can finally be laid to rest in his home state,” said Gov. Evers. “First Lieutenant Harms gave his life fighting for the values and freedoms we hold dear, and the state will forever remember his courageous service and sacrifice.” 

On Aug. 1, 1943, Army Air Forces First Lieutenant Roy Coulson Harms, a native of Grafton, a pilot of a B-24 bomber in World War II, and a member of the 329th Bombardment Squadron, 93rdBombardment Group, 8th Air Force, was killed by enemy anti-aircraft fire during Operation TIDAL WAVE near Ploesti, Romania. First Lieutenant Harms’ remains were not identified following the war and were buried in the Hero Section of the Civilian and Military Cemetery of Bolovan, Ploesti, Romania, and were later interred at Ardennes American Cemetery in Belgium. In 2017, the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency began exhuming unknown remains believed to be associated with Operation TIDAL WAVE for analysis and identification. Thanks to the efforts of his family and the work of the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, First Lieutenant Harms’ remains have been positively identified. First Lieutenant Harms was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal, and Purple Heart.

Army Air Forces First Lieutenant Roy Coulson Harms will be buried with full military honors in Grafton, on Sat., May 6, 2023.

Obituary: Lyla Bernice Pontel, 95

Lyla Bernice Pontel, 95, Whitewater, went to be with her Savior on Friday, April 28, 2023, at Vintage on the Ponds.

Lyla was born November 1, 1927, in East Troy to Adolph and Arlene (Timm) Anderson.  She married Harlan Pontel on Sept 24, 1947. They farmed most of their lives in East Troy and Whitewater.  He preceded her in death on December 11, 2009.

Lyla enjoyed gardening, sewing, quilting, raising farm animals, combining fields, and baking.  There was always a sweet treat on the counter for anyone that visited.  She drove school bus, was a 4-H leader and a member of St. John’s Ladies Aid.  She loved to spend time at their house in the Northwoods, watching the birds and deer in her yard. Her passion was teaching her grandchildren valuable skills and lessons, and they lit up her beautiful smile whenever they visited.

Lyla will be greatly missed by her children, Rodney (Sherry) Pontel, Whitewater, Larry (Sue) Pontel, Globe, AZ, Bruce (Kim) Pontel, Harshaw and son-in-law John Ludeman, Harshaw; 10 Grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nieces, and a nephew.

Lyla was preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband, daughter Patsy (Ludeman) and grandson Jacob.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. at Christus Ev. Lutheran Church, Delaney Road, Delavan, WI 53115.  Burial will be in the White Oak Cemetery, Elkhorn, WI.  Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.  As an expression of sympathy, you may wish to consider memorials to Christus Ev. LutheranChurch or to the Wisconsin Synod Mission Fund (WELS).  Online condolences may be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.

Lyla’s prayer was that all of you know your Savior and remain in Him always.

Obituary: Sidney S. “Sid” Krahn, 89

Sidney S. “Sid” Krahn, 89, of Whitewater passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at his home.

Sid was born on April 28, 1933 – he would’ve turned 90 this Friday.  Born the son of Paul and Martha (Kincaid) Krahn and a lifetime resident of Whitewater.  He graduated Whitewater High School in 1951.  On September 18, 1954 Sid married the love of his life, Cecelia Larkin, and together they raised four children.  Sid was a Whitewater police officer for five years.  Later, Sid owned and operated Sid Krahn’s Services for 18 years, and co-owned CK’s Keg Liquor with his wife for ten years.  He also worked in the maintenance department at UW-Whitewater for 25 years. 

Sid was a member of the Whitewater Lion’s Club for 45 years and a member of the Whitewater Country Club for 20 years.  He was a faithful lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, was involved in Church Men’s Club, and served as a church usher.  Sid also served as the Police and Fire Commissioner for five years, and was a retired volunteer fireman.

He is survived by his wife, Cecelia Krahn; children, Nancy Boyer of Whitewater, Paul (Sandy) Krahn of Whitewater, Steven (Darcie) Krahn of Whitewater, Marie (David) Manthey of Tampa, FL; 14 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

Sid is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Martha Krahn; grandson, Nathan Krahn; and four-legged companion, Duff.

Funeral services will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 1, 2023 at Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190.  Visitation will take place from 9 a.m. until the time of service.  A burial will follow services at Calvary Cemetery.

Donations can be made in Sid’s name to St. John’s Lutheran Church in Whitewater.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Obituary: Shirley Bellrichard, 81

Shirley Bellrichard age 81 passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital on April 22, 2023, surrounded by her husband and three children. She was born an only child to Charles Glover and Verna Glover, in Janesville, Wisconsin. She married Mark Bellrichard May 11, 1963. They have three children Tina Thatcher, Betsy Jay, and Victor Bellrichard (Aneasa). They are blessed with 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Allen Thatcher, Ryan Thatcher, Trevor Bellrichard, Ty Jay, Thomas, Timothy, Tabitha, Theodore, Tiffany, Theresa, Tobias, Tyler, Titus, Torianna, and Tamariah Bellrichard. Great-grandchild Zoe Bellrichard. She was preceded in death by her parents Charles and Verna Glover, Son-in-law Alfred Thatcher.

She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Loved fishing and playing card games and watching old time movies.

Service will be held at First English Lutheran Church, 401 W. Main St., Whitewater, Wisconsin 53190 on May 6, 2023, at 12:00 p.m. with a lunch to follow. A visitation will be held at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Online condolences may be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Obituary: James F. “Jim” Boehning, 76

James F. “Jim” Boehning, 76, of Whitewater passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 24, 2023 at his home.

Jim was born on September 6, 1946 in Elgin, Illinois to Harry “Pete” and Helen (Raddatz) Boehning.  On August 15, 1970 he was united in marriage to Linda Stotmeister at First English Lutheran Church in Whitewater and they were happily married until Linda’s passing on December 23, 2018.  Jim was a laborer at Lunda Construction and later worked at Wilson Industrial Doors and Nasco. 

Jim is survived by his children, Scott (Melba) Garlock of Pleasant Prairie, Robert (Lisa) Garlock of Williams Bay, James (Stephanie) Boehning of Whitewater, Mindy (Scott) Walker of Helenville; grandchildren, Cody, Austin, Brooklyn, Brody, Madison, Scott, Nathan, Jonathan, Tristan; great-granddaughter, Mae; and siblings, Jerry (Cindy) Boehning and Susan Lyons.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harry “Pete” and Helen Boehning; wife, Linda Boehning; mother and father-in-law, Al and Francis Stotmeister; daughter, Valerie; and granddaughter, Kayla Boehning.

Funeral services will take place at 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at Nitardy Funeral Home, 550 N. Newcomb St., Whitewater, WI 53190.  Visitation will take place from 10 a.m. until the time of service.  A burial will follow immediately after services at Hillside Cemetery.

Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

Obituary: Jeffrey “Jeff” Allan Bolduc, 64, of Jefferson City, TN

JEFFREY ‘JEFF’ ALLAN BOLDUC, age 64, of Jefferson City, TN passed away suddenly and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus on April 16, 2023. He was a loyal employee of SumiRiko Tennessee, Inc. as an environmental engineer. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater. He was also partners with his wife in the Red Door Gallery and JV Photography Studio, where he was an amazing photographer and was just completing his final stages of Certification with PPA (Professional Photographers of America). Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Thomas and Marilyn Bolduc of Whitewater, WI; special brother-in-law, Andy Ward of Niota, TN. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 34 years, Vickie Ward Bolduc; father and mother-in-love, Phillip and Barbara Ward of Sweetwater, TN; a brother and sister and their families, special family members among which were treasured nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, Godson, many dear and precious friends and co-workers, and many cherished children and families who came through the studio doors over the past 18 years. Jeff was a mighty man of God. He was a prayer warrior and an avid student of the Scriptures. He lived out those Scriptures in his everyday life with everyone he encountered. His love for the mountains of East Tennessee was immense. He and Vickie loved spending an afternoon there in a special place in Greenbrier where she would sit on the bank watching him fly-fish. They enjoyed and cherished life together and spent every possible moment at each other’s side. In fact, it was a very rare occasion they were ever apart. He was a dedicated, loving, and faithful husband who doted on Vickie. He was a trustworthy and reliable friend to many. He loved a good laugh and sports, especially UT basketball, football and baseball; Wisconsin Badgers football and basketball; and was a life-long fan of the Packers.

Memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, April 30, 2023 at Farrar Funeral Home, 411 W. Broadway Blvd., Jefferson City, TN with Rev. Mickey Rainwater officiating. Visitation will immediately follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to two ministries Jeff loved; GodSong Ministries, PO Box 208, Athens, TN 37371. www.godsongministries.com; or Hearts of Christ Children’s Ministry, PO Box 1738, Morristown, TN 37816. www.heartsofchrist.org. At Vickie’s request, we are asking you to bring to the service with you an index card or the like, with special, meaningful, funny, and  memorable moments with Jeff for her to have as a loving keepsake. There will also be blank cards available at the service as well. Special thanks to God-sent angels who cared for Jeff at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital in Knoxville – Josh, Ryan, and Beth. Vickie is forever grateful for the care and compassion you showed to both of them. Another Celebration of Jeff’s Life Service will be planned for friends and family back home on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at First Baptist Church, Niota, TN at 2:00 p.m.

Obituary: Edna (Peyer) Park, 87, of Sauk City

Edna (Peyer) Park, age 87, passed away April 19, 2023 at her home in Sauk City, Wisconsin.  She was born the fourth of five children to Carl H. and Aurora D. Peyer in Peoria, Illinois on April 4, 1936.  Edna graduated from Galesburg High School in 1954.  She completed her Bachelor’s degree in 1957 at Illinois State University and her Master’s degree there in 1962.

                Her career in education began in Illinois at Lisle Community High School where she taught mathematics and psychology from 1957 to 1960; she served as a counselor and school psychologist at Deerfield High School from 1962 to 1968 and completed her career teaching remedial mathematics for fifteen years (1981 to 1996) at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater.  Edna’s greatest joy was to see students achieve success and gain self-confidence.

                On December 18, 1965 Edna married Joe Charles (Chuck) Park and they made Whitewater Lake their home for 48 years.  They traveled extensively throughout their 58-year marriage both before and during their retirement.  When she wasn’t globe-trotting, she was active in The League of Women Voters and Habitat for Humanity.  She served as co-chair of the International Student Host Family program at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater for a number of years and was active in the Foreign Foods club at the university which later became the Gourmet Club.  She loved music, she loved to play bridge, she liked the creativity of sewing and quilting and was considered to be a gourmet cook.  After moving to Sauk City in 2013, Edna became a member of the Free Congregation of Sauk County.

                Chuck and Edna were blessed with two wonderful children: Laura Park of Los Angeles, California and David Park of New Orleans, Louisiana.  Their personalities, talents and interests enriched the lives of their parents.

                Along with her loving husband and children, Edna is survived by cousins and nieces and great nieces and great nephews as well as her many friends.  A private memorial service will be held in accordance with her wishes.