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Editor’s note: The following press release was received from UW-Whitewater.
Fort Atkinson’s Tumbarello recognized as UW-Whitewater housing keeps students feeling at home
Terry Tumbarello’s typical day at the office is often atypical to any other day he’s had in his 26 years on the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus.
On a November morning following the Thanksgiving break, his meeting topics included esports, university dining, budget, and a discussion with a student about the heating in their dorm room.
“On any given week, you could look at my calendar, and I think you’d be shocked at the types of meetings I have,” said Tumbarello, who is in his second year as executive director of University Housing.
“Every day is different, and I love that.”
Thanks to his knack for tackling a vast array of situations and challenges, coupled with his ability to lead a department that continues to evolve to meet student needs, Tumbarello earned one of the highest honors given to housing and residence life professionals in higher education.
In November, he was announced as winner of the William B. Sweet Distinguished Service Award from the Upper Midwest Region-Association of College and University Housing Officers (UMR-ACUHO) at the organization’s annual conference. The Upper Midwest Region includes Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wisconsin and the Canadian province of Manitoba.
The organization’s most prestigious honor, the award is given to an individual who represents a standard of excellence through contributions and dedication to the regional and international housing association and profession. The winner’s service should leave a positive and lasting impact, and they should be viewed as a role model for colleagues and new professionals.
Tumbarello received nominations from four different people on four different campuses in three different states, including former UW-Whitewater colleague Greg Thompson, who now works as director of residence education at the University of Iowa.
“It’s humbling and flattering — a tremendous honor,” Tumbarello said. “I was thrilled that it was done at the conference when I could have some of our staff present.”
Thompson met Tumbarello at a UMR-ACUHO conference and worked with him as a coordinator for leadership and academic initiatives at UW-Whitewater during the 2006-07 academic year.
“When I reflect on the legacy of Bill Sweet, and the intent of this prestigious award, I can think of no one more deserving than Terry,” Thompson wrote in the nomination. “He has dedicated his life, his passion and his time to the advancement of housing as a professional field.”
Housing that supports academic success and personal growth
As executive director, Tumbarello’s main responsibilities include planning and directing the administrative operation, financial affairs, and programmatic aspects of University Housing, including room assignments, support services, staffing and training, educational programming, facility renovation, policy/procedure development, and central office management team supervision. Tumbarello is no stranger to university leadership positions — he served as interim dean of students in 2015-16.
While the upkeep, maintenance and renovation of each residence hall remains a priority, University Housing supports student success on a day-to-day basis through a robust slate of programming.
Tumbarello and his team oversee UW-Whitewater’s Boxes and Walls program, an interactive diversity experience created for the campus community that encourages people to think outside of the box by throwing away stereotypes and tearing down walls of oppression. Boxes and Walls was recognized in 2020 by the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (NASPA) with the Region IV Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Award.
The 2023 programming, which was held Oct. 15-19 at Esker Hall, showcased Black, LGBTQ+, mental health, physical disability and LatinX experiences. Each experience was designed to allow participants to feel and/or sense what life is like from those various diverse perspectives.
“It continues to evolve every year to meet the needs of students,” Tumbarello said.
UW-Whitewater’s Learning Community program, a collaboration among University Housing, the First Year Experience office and several academic programs, invites first-year students to live and study with peers who share similar interests and includes 17 communities in 2023-24.
“It’s a tremendous experience for those students,” Tumbarello said of the program.
The Learning Community concept was also recently developed for students who are enrolled at UW-Whitewater at Rock County and living in the residence halls on the Whitewater campus.
“Most years we have anywhere from 100 to 115 students from Rock,” Tumbarello said. “This year, for the first year ever, we created a special living option for those students to live together in a particular residence hall so we could put targeted programming and support services to better meet their needs.”
University Housing also supports academic success center programming in Wells Hall, where more than 1,200 students live; Jitters, a coffee house run by student volunteers that’s open 5-6 nights per week; and the campus’s recently-launched esports studio, which is located in Wells and is also supported by the university’s Center for Inclusive Transition, Education, and Employent (CITEE).
According to recent surveys, residents are consistently satisfied with their on-campus housing experience at UW-Whitewater. University Housing rated highly when compared to its peer institutions, and residents were particularly satisfied with the department’s ability to:
- Enhance their ability to live cooperatively
- Respect other students
- Help them interact with residents who are different from them (i.e., race, gender, beliefs)
- Enhance their ability to use campus resources to support their academic success
“Our students indicate that they find it to be a significant value,” Tumbarello added. “They tell us that it positively contributes to their learning and their ability to be academically successful here.”
A campus that cares
Tumbarello’s people-centric approach carries over to the University Housing team, which includes 60 full-time staff members, 10 graduate assistants and more than 400 student assistants. University Housing is “on the clock” year-round, underscoring the importance of a unified, organized staff.
“We continue to have really high luck in recruiting and retaining and attracting the most talented staff in the country,” Tumbarello said.
He estimates that more than 50 former University Housing staff members are currently employed at other institutions around the country in housing, residence life or student affairs. Several of them were on hand as he received his distinguished service award last month.
“In my time here, I’ve had more than 300 grad assistants graduate and matriculate to other student affairs positions and housing positions all over the country,” Tumbarello said.
Last summer, University Housing held a reunion — more than 100 current and former staff members attended, including all five of the department’s directors and all 15 of the associate directors who’ve worked at UW-Whitewater over the last 50 years.
“We had a couple who were RAs together at Wells in 1971 who are married, we had people who graduated last year, and we had everything in between,” Tumbarello said.
The loyalty of current and former staff members reflects Tumbarello, who has built a legacy of excellence in Whitewater with his vast network of current and former employees through programming and facility renovations that contribute to the university’s vibrant campus life.
“We care about our students,” Tumbarello said. “It’s not just lip service or buzz words or taglines. We truly care. I’ve never, ever once felt that we weren’t making a difference. I think that’s likely what keeps me going.”
Editor’s note: The following press release was received from Estee Scholtz for Circuit Court Judge.
Estee E. Scholtz will be on the Ballot for Walworth County Circuit Court Judge, Branch I
Estee E. Scholtz will be on the ballot for the April 2, 2024 election for Branch 1 of the Walworth County Circuit Court. Scholtz will prioritize community safety and ensure that the court system is efficient, impartial and transparent. “I took the Oath of Office as a Special Prosecutor in the Walworth County District Attorney’s Office, as an Assistant District Attorney for the State of Wisconsin, and most recently as a Police Commissioner for the Town of Geneva. I know what it means to serve the community and I understand the responsibility of the judiciary to make findings based on the evidence presented and the rule of law.”
Scholtz has participated in ride-alongs with law enforcement and completed an array of internships from within the walls of a Wisconsin State Prison to the chambers of the Wisconsin Supreme Court. She now facilitates partnerships between professional agencies in Walworth County and represents Walworth County in a variety of civil cases. Scholtz was a leader in programs such as Family Treatment Court, the Sensitive Crimes Response Team, and the Keeping Kids Alive Committee while also acquiring extensive courtroom experience in violent crimes, general crimes, sensitive crimes, child welfare, mental health and civil cases, including state and federal appellate litigation and administrative law. Scholtz is endorsed by the Honorable Daniel S. Johnson, Branch II of the Walworth County Circuit Court, Kurt Picknell, retired Sheriff for Walworth County, and Sheila Reiff, former Walworth County Clerk of Courts and current County Board Supervisor for District 11.
Scholtz is a graduate of Badger High School, the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Wisconsin Law School, cum laude. She is the recipient of a 2018 Tree House Child and Family Center Service Award and was an Academic All-American recipient in 2005 for her academic and athletic achievement while on the University of Wisconsin Alpine Race Team for which she was Captain her senior year.
Scholtz also coached T-ball for the Geneva Lakes YMCA in the past and youth ski racing for six years.“Children deserve our utmost attention, investment, and every opportunity to thrive. I will carry these values forward if elected as Judge.”
The candidate for Walworth County Judge with trusted judgment and community values is Estee E. Scholtz. More information on Scholtz’s candidacy can be found at Estee Scholtz for Walworth County Circuit Court on Facebook or by email at esteescholtzforjudge@gmail.com.
By Angela Kelm
Asst. Athletic Director for Sports Information
The No. 10 University of Wisconsin-Whitewater women’s basketball team picked up a huge 73-67 comeback win over UW-La Crosse Saturday afternoon. The Warhawks outscored the Eagles 23-10 in the final quarter of the instant classic in Kachel Gymnasium. Senior Aleah Grundahl set the UW-Whitewater single game scoring record with 39 points to lead UWW to the win on senior day.
UWW seniors (L-R: Aleah Grundahl, Lunden Alexander, Kendall Roquet) pose with their families at the halftime recognition Saturday (Olivia Zinanni)
The Warhawks jumped out to a 9-2 lead, bolstered by seven points from Grundahl, just over three minutes into the game. UW-La Crosse whittled away at margin and eventually took the lead courtesy of a pair of three-pointers late in the first quarter.
The Eagles built up an eight-point lead by the 6:35 mark of the second quarter but UWW battled back to pull within two by the break, 40-38.
The third quarter belonged to UWL as the Eagles outscored UWW 17-12 to take a seven-point advantage into the final period. The Warhawks continued to battle putting forth an incredible fourth-quarter effort to come back for the win.
The final 10 minutes went back-and-forth early on with the teams trading runs. UWW used a 7-0 spurt early to cut the lead to two, but the Eagles would extend their advantage back to six, 67-61, with less than four minutes to play. The stifling Warhawk press and defense held UWL scoreless the rest of the way. Although Grundahl had been scoring all game, she took over in the final minutes. The senior knocked down a three, hit a layup, dropped in a pair of free throws and hit a jumper for a 9-0 solo run that gave the Warhawks a 3-0 lead – 70-67 with 1:35 remaining.
After a scoreless minute, UWL was fouled to send Maggie Trautsch to the line. She hit one to extend the gap to 71-67 with 22 seconds on the clock. A miss on the second free throw had the clock running right away and the Eagles bolting down the floor. The three-point heave was no good and Trautsch ran down the defensive board. She was quickly fouled and headed back to the line.
This time UW-La Crosse called timeout after the miss to move the ball into their offensive end with nine seconds left in a four-point game. The Eagles got a shot off with just over three seconds on the clock with Bri McCurdy crashing the glass for a defensive board to all but seal the game with 2.7 left.
UWW called timeout and advanced the ball for an inbounds play in front of their bench. McCurdy took the ball, surveyed and found Grundahl who was quickly fouled. She hit both to seal the game with her second breaking the program’s single game scoring record.
Grundahl’s 39 points surpasses the mark set by Jody Landish (38) that had stood as the UWW record since 1995. That mark is tied for eighth-most in a single game by any player in WIAC history. Grundahl’s 39 came on 11-16 from the floor, 2-4 from beyond the arc and a phenomenal 15-16 from the charity stripe. She added six boards and three steals in the game.
Trautsch was the most active on the glass with 13 rebounds including multiple late-game defensive boards that were integral in the comeback win.
The Warhawk press, especially late in the game, led to a hefty advantage in points off miscues – 20-7 – in favor of UWW.
With just two regular season games remaining, the Warhawks maintain a hold on second place in the WIAC standings with a 9-3 record. UW-Oshkosh leads the league with a 10-2 mark with UW-Platteville standing third at 7-5.
The February 8 tornado that caused the sirens to sound in Whitewater terminated just three miles west of Fort Atkinson.
NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan completed the tornado damage survey. Results are posted below.
Following further evaluation of damage on the northeast side of Evansville, we have determined that the Evansville-Lake Koshkonong tornado had peak winds of 130 MPH. This confirms the preliminary rating of EF2 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Please refer to our weather story for additional information on Thursday’s tornado, including photos of damage from the event https://www.weather.gov/mkx/FebruarySevereWeather
Prior to 2024, the state of Wisconsin had never seen a tornado in the month of February. On the evening of February 8th, 2024, a rare, impressive setup for severe weather came together across southern Wisconsin. As a dynamic low tracked northeast across the Upper Mississippi Valley, the warm sector spread across the state of Wisconsin. Within the warm sector, afternoon sunshine allowed surface- based instability to develop, ~500 J/Kg. Along with the increasing instability, the dynamic system brought a plethora of deep-layer and low-level shear. The impressive shear profiles led to concerns for the development of rotating storms that would be capable of producing all hazards – but especially large hail and a few tornadoes.
Here are a few stats about this severe weather event, dating back to 1986. Prior to the evening of February 8th, 2024:
- Zero Tornado Warnings had been issued in the state of Wisconsin during the month of February. NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan issued 5 Tornado Warnings during this event.
- 17 Severe Thunderstorm Warnings had been issued in the state of Wisconsin during the month of February (9 in 1999, 4 in 2008, 3 in 2017). NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan issued 8 Severe Thunderstorm Warnings during this event.
Editor’s note: The Banner appreciates having permission to use the image on the homepage by Clker-Free-Vector-Images from Pixabay.
Editor’s note: The following press release was received from the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library.
Old World Wisconsin is going on the road to bring their hands-on history experience to you! Community members of all ages are invited to a presentation by Old World Wisconsin at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library on Tuesday, February 13 at 5:30 p.m. Step into the past and engage with real immigrant collections and objects in this facilitator-led program.
For all ages. There is no cost or registration to attend. The library is located at 431 W. Center Street in Whitewater. Contact the library at 262-473-0530 with questions.
City of Whitewater Equal Opportunities Commission – Monday @ 5:00 p.m. – Virtual only
Agenda includes Update on Walworth County Transitional Housing, iscussion and Possible actions regarding activities to promote a welcoming and educational environment for new immigrants, and Discussion and Possible regarding Proactive approaches to address potential NeoNazi activities in the city or on campus.
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smartphone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
EOC Meeting
Feb 12, 2024, 5:00 – 6:30 PM (America/Chicago)
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/275909109
You can also dial in using your phone.
United States:
+1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code:
275-909-109
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
https://meet.goto.com/install
City of Whitewater Alcohol Licensing Committee – Monday @ 5:00 p.m.
Agenda is hearing of appeal of denial of beverage operators licenses.
Whitewater Municipal Building, Cravath Lakefront
Room 2nd Floor, 312 West Whitewater St.
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87640525572?pwd=naG3hZcM5hdIOBd1ZNbavs18Z_70jQ.jYlf3r370xSFkR-l
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799 US
Webinar ID: 876 4052 5572
Passcode: 151151
City of Whitewater Plan & Architectural Review Commission – Monday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and possible approval of a Conditional Use Permit for a proposed arcade and
lounge and sale of alcohol by the drink located at 141 W Whitewater Avenue #B, Parcel #
/TR00008 for DLK Enterprise, Inc d/b/a Hawk’s Arcade & Lounge.
Whitewater Municipal Building Community Room,
312 West Whitewater St.
Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone.
Citizen participation is welcome during topic discussion periods.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/622071581
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 622-071-581
United States: +1 (872) 240-3412
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City of Whitewater Public Works Committee – Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.
Agenda includes Discussion and Possible Action regarding awarding Contract 1-2024, Ann Street and Fremont Street Reconstruction, Discussion and Possible Action regarding awarding Contract 2-2024, Forest Avenue Reconstruction, Discussion and Possible Action regarding awarding Contract 3-2024, North Fremont Street Reconstruction.
Cravath Lakefront Room, 2nd Floor
312 W. Whitewater Street
*In Person
Community Development Authority Board of Directors – Thursday @ 5:30 p.m.
Agenda includes several closed session items, followed by return to open session.
In-person & virtual Community Development Authority Board of Directors Meeting (In-Person & Virtual) Citizens are welcome (and encouraged) to join our webinar via computer, smart phone, or telephone. Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87688580790?pwd=uSsREcRQQG1Hcv8PCZkzdspb94Rf1w.HStrGsutcrrv8Szp
Telephone: +1 (312) 626-6799
Webinar ID: 876 8858 0790
Passcode: 082260
The following individuals from your area have been named to the Dean’s List at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee for the Fall 2023 semester. UWM is the second largest university in the State of Wisconsin, with more than 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students.
Whitewater
Skylar Staebler, School of the Arts-Undergrad
Emma Van Daele, Rehab Sci & Tech Undergraduate
On Thursday night, February 8, the Whitewater Girls’ Wrestling team made history when they traveled to Beloit Turner High School to participate in two dual meets against Muskego and Turner. Over the course of the season the girls have been doing an outstanding job competing but never in a situation where it was set up as an official dual meet.
Whitewater started off against Muskego in a fun dual meet. Coming up with wins for the Whippets were Ema Aranda, Silvia Harris, Isabelle Cantu, Lauren Buehler, A’Lani Ross, and Myia Cobbs. At the conclusion of the last match the teams were deadlocked so the rule book was broken out to find the tiebreaker criteria. The coaches and official had to go down to criteria letter i, most first points scored in a match, in which the Whippets lost by two points.
In the second dual of the night, the Whippets competed against Beloit Turner. Again, this dual was quite the meet. Coming up with wins for the Whippets were Ema Aranda, Lauren Buehler, A’Lani Ross, Atreya Wilson, and Marianna Kubicz. With Atreya getting her pin, it put the Whippets yet again tied, as the dual meet ended once again having us pull out the rule book. This time the Whitewater girls came out on top in the criteria by filling out more of the weight classes for the victory. Future trivia question: What was the date that the Whitewater Girls’ Wrestling Team won their first official dual meet? The answer will be February 8, 2024!
Outstanding job by all the girls for hard fought matches. It was very exciting to watch the girls compete in this capacity.
Next up for the girls’ team is when they travel to Campbellsport on February 17 to compete in the Girls’ WIAA Sectional Tournament, vying for a trip to the state wrestling tournament.
Article and Photos Submitted by John Schimming
Whitewater High School Head Wrestling Coach
jschimming@wwusd.org
Team Photo Courtesy of Jeff Hefty
Obituaries
Lawrence “Larry” C. Hartung, a proud Marine Veteran of the Vietnam War, and longtime resident of Fort Atkinson, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on May 1, 2026. Larry was born June 7th, 1949, to Levon and Charles Hartung in Chicago, IL. Larry enlisted in the US Marine Corps in 1968 and served 3 consecutive tours in the Vietnam War. During this time, he became pen pals with his future wife, Candy, via a connection through his father. In 1970, he came home on leave to marry Candy. They celebrated 55 years of marriage on October 31st, 2025. During … Read more
Leo E. Wurzer, 65, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2026 at his home. Leo was born on April 15, 1961 in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Cyril and Shirley (McNeil) Wurzer. He grew up between Pleasant Prairie and Antigo, spending his childhood summers on his uncle’s farm where he discovered his love for all things tractors. Although he never had a farm of his own, he was able to partially fulfill his dream by working as a driver for Robin’s Trucking in Whitewater, WI in his last days and collecting miniature Tonka toys. He began his career … Read more
Lois Cummings, 99, of Fond du Lac, WI (formerly of Janesville, WI, Fort Atkinson, WI, Fountain Hills, AZ, and Green Valley, AZ) passed away peacefully on May 5, 2026 at the Meadows Senior Residence in Fond du Lac surrounded by family. Lois was born on February 17, 1927 in Fort Atkinson to Edward and Clarice (Roseth) Stevens. The middle child of 9 children, she attended Fort Atkinson schools and graduated in 1944. On September 11, 1948 Lois married Grant Cummings at Saint Andrew Catholic Church in Delavan, WI. Together they had 3 children, Gary, Colleen (Tom) Sabel, and Patty (Paul) … Read more
Come celebrate William Kincaid’s Celebration of Life on Saturday, May 30th at 1 pm at Trippe Lake Park Pavillion in Whitewater. He truly enjoyed gatherings where his favorite foods and music could be enjoyed with some of his closest friends and family. We will honor him by carrying on one of his favorite traditions. Please bring your own beverages and chairs. There is limited seating. See you all there!
Gladys Jean (Riley) Hildebrandt, age 89, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 23, 2026. Gladys was born on December 26, 1936, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Theresa Egnoski Riley. She was married to Walter Sobolik Sr., and later married James A. Hildebrandt in 1976. Gladys was a hardworking woman who spent her life caring for others. She worked in school kitchens, restaurants, factories, and cleaning services. She concluded her working career as a full-time nanny. In that role, she lovingly cared for Andrew, Daniel, and Kaitlyn Drzewiecki, who became part of her chosen family. Gladys is survived by her sons, Wally … Read more
WHITEWATER – Nan Rowley died on April 15, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born on September 4, 1935, in a little house on the prairie in the Town of Johnstown, Wisconsin, the daughter of Wayne L. Wilbur and Florence (McQuillen) Wilbur. Nan attended primary schools in the towns of Johnstown and Richmond and in the City of Whitewater. Nan graduated with honors from Whitewater City High School. On June 19, 1954, Nancy and Ken Rowley were united in marriage in Whitewater and went to live on the Rowley family farm in Richmond. Over the years, Nan served … Read more
Marion H. Gorniak (nee Pfeiffer), 74, of Whitewater passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1951, to the late Harvey and Loraine (nee Drifke) Pfeiffer in Fort Atkinson, WI. On June 2, 1969, she was united in marriage to Alan Gorniak. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, and cooking, especially her rhubarb pies. She especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends and will be missed by all who knew her. Those Marion leaves behind to cherish her memory include her husband, Alan Gorniak; stepson, Alan Bauer; sister, Sue Ann Schultz, other relatives and friends. … Read more
Ruth Irene (Phelps) Justis, 88, of Appleton City, Missouri, passed away Friday morning, April 10, 2026, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Warrensburg, MO, with her family by her side. Ruth was born June 3, 1937 in Janesville, Wisconsin, to Charles and Ada Mae (Maly) Phelps. She joined the Marine Corps in 1956. During her time there, she met and married her husband, Forest Wayne “Wayne” Justis in 1957. They shared 62 years of marriage and to this union, 2 children, Charles and Dorene, were born. Ruth grew up in Whitewater, WI., the oldest of three children. Ruth graduated from … Read more
Dorothy C. Kau, age 101, of Eagle, Wisconsin passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at Fort Memorial Hospital. Dorothy was born on March 18, 1925 in Eagle on the family farm, the daughter of John and Katherine (Faestel) VonRueden. Dorothy was a 1942 graduate of Palmyra High School. On May 21, 1949, Dorothy was united in marriage to Alvin E. Kau at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Eagle and the Lord blessed their union with 8 children. Alvin and Dorothy enjoyed 50 years of marriage together until Alvin’s death in the year 2000. Dorothy enjoyed being a farm … Read more
Dorothy E. McCracken, 95, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Sarasota, Florida. Born on April 14, 1930, in Whitewater, Wisconsin, to Carl and Joyce Meyer, Dorothy grew up in Whitewater and graduated from Whitewater High School. She then worked for a photographer and hand painted his first colored portraits, until she got married. She and her first husband, Bernard Wafle, owned and operated a 179-acre dairy farm in Helenville, Wisconsin, for 25 years before relocating to Ocala, Florida, in 1979. Dorothy later married Earl McCracken, in Ocala, Fl. She also shared a special companionship later in life with … Read more
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