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The University of Wisconsin System celebrates its 50th anniversary

October 12, 2021

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the UW System.

On Oct. 12, 1971, legislation signed days earlier by Gov. Patrick J. Lucey took effect that merged the state’s two systems of public four-year higher education. The legislation created the University of Wisconsin System under a single Board of Regents.

“For 50 years, the University of Wisconsin System has been our state’s greatest asset other than its people. We have educated millions of our residents, improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities,” said System President Tommy Thompson, whose undergraduate and law degrees are from UW-Madison. “We are Wisconsin’s economic engine. A thriving UW System means a thriving Wisconsin, and I am incredibly proud of the employees past and present who dedicate their careers to education and embodying the Wisconsin Idea by finding solutions for our most pressing problems.”

To mark the date, the UW System released a short video celebrating the anniversary.

The UW System will also highlight the anniversary in the coming weeks on its social media channels, including Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

“I knew that a UW System education was the key to my future, and my story is one that is found in villages, towns, and cities across Wisconsin,” said UW System Regent President Edmund Manydeeds III, who holds degrees from UW-Superior and UW-Madison. “Our public university system consistently provides a world-class education, advances research, and helps the people of Wisconsin.”

A tremendous academic, cultural, and economic resource for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world, the UW System is one of the largest systems of public higher education in the country, educating approximately 165.000 students each year, producing nearly 37,000 graduates annually, and employing 40,000 faculty and staff. It consists of two Research I universities, 11 comprehensive universities, 13 branch campuses, and a statewide extension network with offices in every county.

UW-Madison Chancellor Blank Becoming President of Northwestern University; Credited with Enhancing Outreach to Communities Around the State

October 11, 2021

By Lynn Binnie
Whitewater Banner volunteer staff
whitewaterbanner@gmail.com

UW Photo by Jeff Miller

Per UW-Madison News, “Chancellor Rebecca Blank will leave the University of Wisconsin–Madison at the end of the 2021-22 academic year to assume the presidency of Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill….Blank has served as chancellor since July 2013. Her tenure as chancellor is the longest since Irving Shain, who served for nearly a decade until his retirement in 1986. She has the second longest tenure of any current Big Ten public institution president or chancellor.”

UW System Regent President Edmund Manydeeds III made the following statement:

“Chancellor Blank is an extraordinary leader whose commitment to the Wisconsin Idea, including her efforts to expand the University’s outreach to every corner of the state, have UW-Madison well-positioned for success in the future. The impact of her leadership has been felt throughout the UW System and entire state, and she will be sorely missed. I appreciate that she will continue as chancellor through this academic year as we prepare for a transition and know she will continue her record of excellence at Northwestern.”

UW System President Tommy Thompson stated the following:

“The University of Wisconsin is one of the finest universities in the world, and Chancellor Blank’s tenacious advocacy and strong leadership have helped build on that legacy during her tenure. On behalf of the University of Wisconsin System, I want to thank her for her service to our state and wish her well at Northwestern.”

Gov. Tony Evers released the following statement:

“I want to thank Chancellor Blank for her service to our state, the UW System, and our flagship campus in Madison. Chancellor Blank is a distinguished leader and economist who has always been a fierce advocate for continuing UW-Madison’s proud tradition of excellence in research and innovation, especially in the midst of political headwinds and budget cuts during her time at the UW. I’m grateful for Chancellor Blank’s leadership during her near-decade as chancellor at UW-Madison, and I wish her all the best as president of Northwestern University.

“As we work to ensure our state’s continued economic recovery, supporting higher education and our UW System—including our campus in Madison—must be a top priority. I am confident the UW Board of Regents, in consultation with faculty, staff, and students, will select a chancellor who will be a strong voice for investing in our kids, continuing UW-Madison’s legacy as a top-tier research institution, and the pursuit of the Wisconsin Idea.”

Whitewater Arts Alliance Presents UW-Whitewater Collaboration Show

October 10, 2021

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Whitewater Arts Alliance.

For the month of October, the Whitewater Arts Alliance will be hosting a hybrid gallery and virtual exhibition on the WAA website, whitewaterarts.org, of work created by staff, faculty, students, and alumni of the Department of Art and Design. This hybrid exhibition will be on display virtually October 8th-31st, and in-gallery Friday through Sunday, 2-4 p.m. At this time, the City of Whitewater asks that all individuals wear a mask in the Cultural Arts Center regardless of vaccination status.

This exhibition helps to connect artists in Whitewater and display the talents from a variety of ages and skill levels. This show displays work from 8 artists with a total of 21 pieces, with a range in two-dimensional mediums including graphite, charcoal, ink, printed digital art, and three-dimensional pieces including ceramic and metal. The show features an award-winning piece by UW-Whitewater alumni Skylar J Gabel.

Some pieces in this show are haunting in nature to complement Whitewater’s first Storytelling festival on October 16th. Some audiences may find the content of some work disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised.

Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary Officially Designated

October 10, 2021
Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the office of the governor.

map showing Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary boundry
MANITOWOC — Gov. Tony Evers on October 9 announced that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), in partnership with the state of Wisconsin, officially designated the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary (WSCNMS), following the close of a 45-day review period of continuous session of Congress that began on June 23, 2021, with the publishing of the final rule. The WSCNMS will be co-managed by the state of Wisconsin and NOAA and will provide an exciting opportunity to renew the appreciation of the state’s Great Lakes’ maritime heritage and history.

“The official designation of the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary is a tremendous victory for our state,” said Gov. Evers. “After years of hard work and bumps along the way, I am thrilled to join in celebrating the designation of the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast Marine Sanctuary, which will be one of only two designated national marine sanctuaries in the Great Lakes. This achievement was fueled by the passion of those determined to see this project over the finish line, and I commend and congratulate the local communities and elected leaders who made this possible for our state.” 

The governor joined federal, state, and local leaders to celebrate the designation at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum in Manitowoc.

“Lake Michigan has long been a gateway for Wisconsin to the rest of the world. Preserving these shipwrecks ensures that generations to come can not only enjoy the beauty of our fresh coast but learn about the role our waterways played in establishing Wisconsin as a manufacturing hub of the Midwest,” said Senator Baldwin. “This dedication will bring new opportunities for research and resources for educational programming, so our kids have access to world-class, hands-on learning and visitors from near and far can enjoy this remarkable shoreline.”

“This is a great day for the State of Wisconsin and the local communities this National Marine Sanctuary impacts,” said Manitowoc Mayor Justin Nickels. “Governor Evers and Senator Baldwin have been staunch advocates for this designation from day one, and I personally want to thank them for their hard work to bring us to today.”

The area was nominated for National Marine Sanctuary consideration by a diverse coalition of organizations and individuals at local, state, regional, and national levels. This included elected officials, historical societies, businesses, museums, and environmental, recreational, conservation, fishing, tourism, and educational groups, including dedicated work on behalf of the project from NOAA, Senator Tammy Baldwin, and the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation, as well as the Wisconsin Departments of Administration and Natural Resources and the Wisconsin State Historical Society. The governor recognizes and applauds the commitment, engagement, and effort by coastal communities in Manitowoc, Ozaukee, Sheboygan, and Kewaunee Counties.

The WSCNMS spans 962 square miles and will protect 36 historically significant shipwrecks and related maritime heritage resources. Many of the shipwrecks are largely intact, being well-preserved by Lake Michigan’s cold freshwater. Of the 36 wrecks, 21 of them are on the National Register of Historic Places, and the area also includes Wisconsin’s two oldest known shipwrecks. Archival research suggests there may be 60 additional undiscovered shipwrecks.

The WSCNMS will expand on the nearly 30-year investment the citizens and state of Wisconsin have made in the identification, interpretation, and preservation of shipwrecks and other maritime resources and will be a catalyst for continued economic development by serving as a premier Great Lakes maritime heritage tourism attraction.

Additionally, there will be an increase for both physical and virtual access to the sanctuary’s maritime heritage resources providing added recreation for community residents and visitors and will provide a unique opportunity to enhance educational programming and public outreach, both in Wisconsin and across the Great Lakes, through programs in science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). 
 
More information about the WSCNMS is available on the NOAA website here.

UW-Whitewater Golf Wins Fifth Consecutive WIAC Title

October 10, 2021

By Chris Lindeke
Assistant Athletic Director, Strategic Communications and Branding
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Sunday, October 10, 2021

Related Links:

WIAC Championship Web Page (includes results)

The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater golf team captured its fifth straight Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championship Sunday by winning the three-day, 54-hole WIAC Championship presented by Culver’s at Reedsburg Country Club in Reedsburg, Wis.

The Warhawks also claimed the league’s automatic bid to the NCAA Division III Championship, which is scheduled for May 10-13 at Bay Oaks Country Club in Houston, Texas.

UW-Whitewater has now won seven conference championships all time, second-most in league history. (UW-Eau Claire, 9)

Following the conclusion of play, head coach Andrea Wieland was named WIAC Coach of the Year for the second straight season.

The Warhawks finished 11 strokes ahead of the field with a three-day total of 958 (323-311-324).

Lily Sheppard led UW-W with a three-day score of 237 (80-74-83), good for fourth place in the 69-player field. Madi LaPaz surged to seventh on the final day with a team-best score of 76 in the third round for a 240 (82-82-76), good for a tie for seventh.

Ashton Sinak and Kallie Lux tied for 10th with matching scores of 242. Sinak carded rounds of 81, 77 and 84 for the weekend, while Lux tallied totals of 81, 80 and 81 strokes.

Elizabeth Johnson fired a 250 (81-80-89) for the weekend, good for 21st overall.

Grace Westerman placed the highest of any individual in the field, tying for 18th with her score of 248 (86-82-80). Following play, she was selected to the WIAC All-Sportsmanship Team.

Lauren Winter earned a spot in the top 25 with a scorecard reading 255 (89-86-80), good for 24th on the leaderboard.

Sydney O’Hearn also finished among the top half of the field with her score of 260 (92-85-83), good for 29th.

Jennifer Berardi tied for 37th with a 269 (92-87-90), Haley Myers tied for 43rd with a 274 (82-94-98), and Emma Norton placed 45th with a 275 (87-98-90). Jessica LaBerge collected a 285 (91-103-91) to finish 55th overall.

UW-Whitewater closes the fall slate Oct. 17-19 at the Golfweek Division III Fall Invitational in Miramar Beach, Fla.

Walworth County Remains in “High” COVID-19 Transmission Level; Testing Available As Young as One Year of Age

October 9, 2021

Editor’s note: The following information was provided by the Walworth County Health Department.

As of Oct. 7, 2021, Walworth County remains in the CDC’s high transmission level with 157
active cases and a case rate of 232.99 per 100,000 persons. To maximize protection from the Delta variant and to reduce community transmission, Walworth County Public Health, along with emergency and healthcare organizations, urges residents to follow the CDC’s COVID-19 guidance. This includes wearing masks indoors in public in areas of substantial or high transmission, getting vaccinated as soon as possible, washing hands,
practicing social distancing, avoiding crowded or poorly ventilated spaces, and staying home if
sick.
“Authorized vaccinations have been proven safe and effective at reducing severe illness from
COVID-19,” says Erica Bergstrom, Walworth County Public Health Officer. “The vaccine, in conjunction with masking, social distancing, and proper hand hygiene, reduces serious illness, hospitalizations, and community transmission.”
For local public health guidance and COVID-19 testing and vaccine information, please contact
Walworth County Public Health at (262) 741-3200, email walcoph@co.walworth.wi.us, follow
us on Facebook or visit us online at www.co.walworth.wi.us.

Current Testing Locations

UW-W Esker Hall, 420 N Prairie St, Whitewater
8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
Free parking is available in lot 11
Register at https://www.wihealthconnect.com/ (select “community”) or call 1-800-635-8611
Serving community members ages 5 and up
Testing is free. Call the UW-W COVID hotline at 262-472-1362 for more information.

Wisconsin National Guard to Conduct COVID-19 Testing at Walworth County Fairgrounds – Tuesday, October 12

Walworth County Public Health and the Wisconsin National Guard (WING)
will relaunch drive-through COVID-19 testing at the Walworth County Fairgrounds. The WING
testing site will be open to the public Oct. 12 from noon to 5 p.m. Testing is free, and no
registration is required. WING will administer PCR tests for adults and children as young as one
year of age.
Future testing dates will be determined in coming weeks. Access to the testing site is
via the Fairgrounds’ east entrance off Hwy. 11 near the horse barns; follow the drive to the 4-H
Pavilion.

“Access to free and convenient testing is a critical component to stopping the spread of COVID-
19,” says Erica Bergstrom, Walworth County Public Health officer. “We are grateful to the
WING for their continued support of our efforts.”

A working group consisting of representatives from Aurora Health Care, Mercyhealth, Walworth
County Emergency Operations, and Walworth County Public Health decided the relaunch of the
WING testing site was necessary to reduce strain on local healthcare systems caused by
heightened testing demand. The increase in testing is due to a combination of high rates of
COVID transmission, schools back in session, and healthcare and private employer testing
mandates.

COVID-19 rapid and PCR tests are also available locally through UW-Whitewater, local
healthcare providers, and select Walgreens locations. For full details, visit
www.co.walworth.wi.us/873/Testing-Information.

This Week’s City Meetings

October 9, 2021

City of Whitewater Plan and Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Community Room- First Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
Agenda
This meeting is IN-PERSON and VIRTUAL
Please join the meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/293116709
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Access Code: 293-116-709

City of Whitewater Finance Committee – Tuesday @ 4:30 p.m.
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Cravath Lakefront Meeting Room- 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
Agenda: 2022-23 Budget proposal review
Meeting will be held in a BLENDED format (in-person and Virtual) You may join the meeting
in person in the Cravath Lakefront Meeting Room located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal
Building or from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/580723277
You can also dial in using your phone.
(For supported devices, tap a one-touch number below to join instantly.)
United States: 1 (408) 650-3123
Access Code: 580-723-277

City of Whitewater Public Works CommitteeTuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion And Possible Action Regarding The Use Of TID Dollars For The Expansion
Of A Private Drive To A Public Street, Arch Development and Discussion And Possible Action Regarding Issuing Watering Credits For The Month Of September.
Community Room
Municipal Building-1 Floor
312 W Whitewater St
Whitewater, WI 53190

City of Whitewater Pedestrian and Bicycle Committee MeetingWednesday @ 5:00 p.m.
Virtual Meeting
Agenda
Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86371775148
Meeting ID: 863 7177 5148
You can also dial in using your phone
1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
Meeting ID: 863 7177 5148

City of Whitewater Police and Fire Commission Special Session – Wednesday @ 6:30 p.m.
Agenda includes interview of Lieutenant candidate
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Community Room- First Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
This will be an IN PERSON MEETING as well as a VIRTUAL MEETING
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/272324725
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (786) 535-3211
Access Code: 272-324-725

City of Whitewater Finance Committee – Thursday @ 4:30 p.m.
Agenda: 2022-23 Budget proposal review
City of Whitewater Municipal Building
Cravath Lakefront Meeting Room- 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater St.
Meeting will be held in a BLENDED format (in-person and Virtual). You may join the meeting in
person in the Cravath Lakefront Meeting Room located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building or
from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/199023093
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: 1 (872) 240-3311
Access Code: 199-023-093

No. 3 Warhawk Football Moves to 5-0 With Home Win; Attendance 3rd Highest of All Time at Perkins

October 9, 2021

By Chris Lindeke
Assistant Athletic Director, Strategic Communications and Branding
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater

Saturday, October 9, 2021

No. 3 Warhawk Football Moves to 5-0 With Home Win

Final Statistics: https://uwwsports.com/documents/2021/10/9/25659.pdf

The No. 3 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater football team retained the Miner’s Axe rivalry trophy Saturday afternoon with a 65-21 victory against UW-Platteville in the 26th annual George Chryst Memorial Bowl in front of 15,406 fans at Perkins Stadium, the third-highest attendance in the 50-year history of the stadium.

The Warhawks (5-0 overall, 2-0 WIAC) piled up 630 yards of offense, including 296 on the ground and 334 through the air, and led 44-7 at halftime. The team’s 44 first-half points were the most it scored since November of 2018, when it tallied 50 in the first half of a win against Eureka (Ill.) in the NCAA Playoffs.

Max Meylor, who was named UW-W’s Offensive Most Valuable Player of the game, threw for a career-high 313 yards on 22-of-27 passing with four touchdowns. Ryan Wisniewski caught six passes for 106 yards and two touchdowns to lead the receiving corps.

Egon Hein paced the defense with five tackles, and Niko Lemke totaled 2.5 tackles for a loss, including a pair of sacks. Defensive MVP Thomas Wojnowski collected three tackles and a key interception deep in UW-Platteville territory that set up a Warhawk touchdown.

Following a 60-yard return on the opening kickoff by Wisniewski, UW-Whitewater converted a key fourth down on a run by Peete, and Meylor completed the drive with a 2-yard touchdown run around the right side for a 7-0 lead with 10:57 on the clock.

The Warhawks intercepted Colin Schuetz on the next two drives. Jaden Hendrickson posted the first one with 9:46 left in the first quarter, and Wojnowski collected the second at the 7:22 mark, which led to an 18-yard touchdown pass from Meylor to Preston Strasburg with 6:33 left in the first.

UW-Whitewater added to its lead one drive later. After a three-and-out by the Pioneers (1-4, 0-2), Alex Peete ran straight up the middle untouched past the line of scrimmage for a 57-yard touchdown and a 21-0 advantage with 4:25 remaining in the period.

A blocked punt on the ensuing drive by Daniel Baggett went through the back of the end zone for a safety and a 23-0 UW-W lead with 2:21 to play in the quarter.

Meylor hit Wisniewski for his first touchdown of the day on the next drive, a 14-yarder that capped an eight-play, 59-yard drive for a 30-0 lead with 12:46 to go in the second quarter.

UW-Platteville found the end zone on the next drive, the first points allowed in the first half this season by the Warhawk defense, at the 12:32 mark.

With just under four minutes to play in the quarter, Meylor hit Zach Sherman for an eight-yard score to give UW-Whitewater a 37-7 advantage. On the next offensive drive, the Warhawks added to the lead on a 30-yard pass from Meylor to Wisniewski with 14 seconds until halftime.

UW-Whitewater continued to add to its lead in the third quarter as Peete plunged in from one yard out with 6:46 on the clock for a 51-7 lead.

The two teams exchanged touchdowns the rest of the way. Ryn Ponick capped a 10-play, 75-yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown run at the 10:05 mark of the fourth quarter, and Drake Martin accounted for the final margin with 1:14 to go on a 2-yard touchdown run that completed a nine-play, 75-yard drive.

The Warhawks visit No. 9 ranked UW-Oshkosh next Saturday, Oct. 16, at 1 p.m.

Obituaries

Obituary: Edward W. Hamilton, 83, of Davenport, IA

Edward W. HamiltonApril 3,1941 – October 26, 2024 Edward “Edjo” Wickman Hamilton, 83, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at home.  Ed was born in Evanston, Illinois and moved to Whitewater, Wisconsin with his family when he was eight years old.  He attended Whitewater High School and then graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater with a bachelor of science degree.  He also served two years in the army.  He moved to Davenport, Iowa in 1971 and worked at John Deere Davenport Works until he retired in 2001.  Then he followed a dream, moved back to Whitewater and … Read more

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Obituary: Verne Paul Schrank, 94

Verne Paul Schrank was born on March 9, 1930 at home on the family farm in Lima Township, Rock County, to Arthur and Marie (Witte) Schrank.  He attended the Sturtevant one room school which closed when he graduated in 1944. He attended Whitewater High School and graduated in 1948. Verne farmed with his parents until 1967 when he moved to Whitewater and worked for the Whitewater Unified School District as a custodian – courier for 27 years. Verne served on various boards at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, as well as playing on the dartball team for many years. Verne … Read more

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Obituary: Janine Marie (Dickerson) Weiss, 94

After a long full life, Janine Marie (Dickerson) Weiss was called home to the Lord. Janine was born on April Fool’s Day, 1930 in Milwaukee. She grew up enjoying Trolleys, dancing and school with her sisters, Donna Domagalski, Marcyl Howel, Karen Moczynski and her parents, Glenn and Lucille Dickerson. In 1950, she married Frederic Weiss in a little church in Three Lakes WI. Shortly after, the first of 5 kids was born with the next 2 shortly after. Denice Lucille (Edward DeGroot), David Arthur, and Dana Lynn (Stephen Lind). After a breather Debra Beth (Alyn Jones) and Donna Raye (Dale … Read more

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Obituary: Raymond Miles, 96

Raymond Miles, 96, Whitewater, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Our House Senior Living in Whitewater. Raymond was born on February 10, 1928, in Elkhorn, WI to Rueben and Norma Miles. He served in the US Army. On June 18, 1955, Raymond married Waverly Sutherland in Whitewater, WI. He enjoyed a long and successful career as a Livestock Dealer. In retirement, he cherished time spent with his family and remained informed on the farming community. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Waverly of Whitewater, sons Eddie of Madison and Todd (Barbara) Miles of Sarasota FL, … Read more

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Obituary: Connie Jean Sukowski

Connie Jean Sukowski embarked on her next big adventure on the evening of Friday, November 8, 2024. Connie enjoyed decades of adventures with friends and family. She spent 36 years teaching 2nd and 3rd grade students in the Palmyra Eagle School District, working alongside many cherished colleagues and friends. Connie and her husband, Patrick Theodore Sukowski, shared 55 and a half years of marriage. Together they raised four children: Peter, Allan, Ann and Kevin Sukowski. She took great joy in watching her five grandchildren grow into amazing adults: Sonora Sukowski, Brianne Hebbe, Jared Gundrum-Sukowski, Nolan Causey, and Lore Lai Schimmel. … Read more

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Nancy Lou Hallock Cooper, 88

Nancy Lou Hallock Cooper passed away November 8, 2024 due to complications of lungcancer. Nancy was born on April 20, 1936 in Springfield,  MA to Howard and Barbara (Corliss) Hallock. As a child, Nancy spent every summer in her beloved Piermont, NH where she and her brothers “helped” the local farmer with his chores, including riding in the truck with the milk cans every morning.  She enjoyed swimming in the local brooks, picking berries, going to the nearby library, visiting with cousins, and playing croquet every evening.  As she grew older, she spent time as a camper and then a camp … Read more

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Obituary: James Robert Trier (Jimbo), 89

James Robert Trier (Jimbo), passed away on November 10, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on December 22, 1934, in New Holstein, WI, to George and Frances Trier. He spent his later years residing in Whitewater, WI. Jim began his teaching career as a high school mathematics teacher and then dedicated 55 years of his life to education as a mathematics professor at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. He was the chairman of the faculty senate as well. He had a passion for math and an engaging teaching style, which made him a student favorite. He was known for telling … Read more

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Memorial Celebration: Martin Jack Martinelli, 64

Editor’s note: Martin Martinelli’s obituary may be found here.

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Obituary: Juan Manuel “Manny” Rodriguez, 56

Juan Manuel “Manny” Rodriguez, 56, of Whitewater, WI, passed away on Oct 31, 2024. He was born in Fort Atkinson, WI, on November 14, 1967 to Ponciano and Blanca Rodriguez. He graduated from Whitewater High School and continued his education at Gateway, earning a degree in marketing. He had a love for helping people and worked in healthcare for over 30 years as a CNA.  He enjoyed shooting darts with his lifelong friends: Robert Bramley, Brian Quass, and Todd Piper.  To know Manny, you knew he had a love for his Washington Redskins, now known as the Commanders.  He loved to play … Read more

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Death Notice: James Trier

James Trier, Whitewater, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Edgerton Hospital.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be on held on Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 2:00 pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Whitewater.  Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Whitewater. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 1:00 pm until the time of the service.   A full obituary will follow.  Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater is assisting the family.

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