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OBITUA RIES B4 Wednesday, January 9, 2002 Wisconsin State Journal Obituary information: Marci Rosen, (608) 252-6320 DEATH INDEX ALLEN, Floyd, 83 BAUO, James, 80 BRECHTL, Willard J. "Bill," 86 FRANK, Elma Evelyn, 80 HALL, Marguerite 96 IAMURRI, Rose Palladino, 92 KRENTZ, Robert H. "Red," 78 LaVIOLETTE, Terrance, 59 MIDTHUN, Eugene 61 MURPHY, Mary, 88 OLSON, Gary Arthur, 50 POST, Beverly 82 SNYDER, Evelyn, 90 WADDELL, Dana Lynn, 16 and nephews that loved her. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers, Lars, Clarence and Si-gard Hanson; and three sisters, Lillian Green, Lois Kraft and Myrtle Hanson. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan.

10, 2002, at 11 a.m. at GOOD SHEPHERD BY THE LAKE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1860 Highway 51 Stoughton. The Rev. Tom Petersen will officiate. Burial will follow in Upper McFarland Cemetery.

The family will greet friends Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the services at the church. Memorials are suggested to Nazareth House or Good Shepherd by the Lake Lutheran Church. Mary dedicated her entire life to helping others. She gave her heart and soul.

Mary, we'll all miss you; we love you, Mary. Thank you to the sisters of Nazareth House for their wonderful care. Olson-Holzhuter-Cress Stoughton (608) 873-9244 www.cressfuneralservice.com Indicates organ and tissue donor. cial thanks to Darlene, Terry, Linda and Taryn. Dad and Grandpa, thank you for everything; we love and miss you.

Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420 LaViolette, Terrance MADISON Terrance LaViolette, age 59, died Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at an area nursing facility. He was born in Green Bay on April 4, 1942, to the late Melvin and Rosella (Calewarts) LaViolette. Terry moved to Madison 10 years ago and was employed by the Madison Area Rehabilitation Center, where he did piece work at an assembly station. He was an extremely loving and affectionate person and brought an instant smile to everyone.

Terry incorporated his lifelong love of dogs and Batman into his nickname, "Muttman." He was a Special Olympics champion in T-ball and swimming, and was proud of the many medals displayed in his home. He loved watching Disney and western cowboy movies and enjoyed watching the Disney Channel at home as well as playing imaginary "cowboys and Indians" with his roommates and friends. Many times, Terry would go out to dinner with friends before taking in an action flick at the theater. He will be deeply missed and is lovingly survived by his longtime friend, Ed Paris; friends, Bill and Allen; and current roommates, Tammy and Russ. A brief memorial service will be held at 7 p.m.

on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road. Friends may call from 6 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. If desired, memorial donations may be made in Terry's name to the Dane County Humane Society, 2250 Pennsylvania Madison, Wis.

53704. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434 Cratsenberg of Swainsboro, 10 grandchildren, Holly, Robert, Michael, Todd, Chad, Sean, Jay, Peter, Heather and Kirsten; nine great-grandchildren; her sister, Phyllis Everson of McFarland; and a special friend, Sam J. Caruso. Preceding her in death were her three husbands, Walter M. Walker, Arthur Dahle and Eugene Post.

Many thanks to Dr. Mary Thompson, Dr. Catherine James and the staff at the Don and Marilyn Anderson Hospice-Care Center. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at 1:30 p.m.

at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, followed by burial at Resurrection Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from noon until the time of the service at the funeral home. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434 Snyder, Evelyn ANCHORAGE, ALASKA Evelyn Annetta Snyder, age 90, of Anchorage, died Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2001, after complications of pneumonia. She was born Nov.

14, 1911, in Lodi, and graduated from high school there in 1931. She married Ho-bart L. Snyder, who also grew up in Lodi, in 1937. They moved to Madison, where her husband owned Craftsman Press Printers. Mrs.

Snyder was a legal typist for the state of Wisconsin for about 20 years. They had one son, Dick, who moved to Anchorage in 1967. After Mrs. Snyder's husband died in 1996, she moved to Alaska to be closer to her son and his family. She was a member of Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, Madison, from 1949 until 1996.

She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Dick and Liska Snyder of Anchorage; grandsons and their wives, David Snyder and Patty Trott, and Gary Snyder and Helen Ireland, all of Anchorage; a brother and sister-in-law, William and Verna Michel of Lodi; and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements were by Anchorage Funeral Home. Private services were held in Lodi. Carbones and enjoyed their grandchildren. Her husband, John, passed away in 1984.

For the past two years because of illness, Rose was in a nursing facility. She died in her sleep. We will miss her presence in our lives. So much love, so short a time. She is survived by her daughter, Mary, and her husband, Dr.

Paul P. Carbone, of Middleton, and their seven children, David Carbone, M.D., Ph.D., and his children, Daniel, Elizabeth, Beatrice and Anna, of Franklin, Kathryn Carbone, M.D., of Adamstown, Karen Traber, M.D., MBA, her husband, Peter Traber, M.D., and their children, Rebecca and Peter of Wayne, Paul John Carbone, MBA, his wife, Amy, and their children, Kelsey, Alita and P. Christopher, of Chicago, Kimberly Carbone and her children, Cai-lin Rose and Heather, of Na-perville, 111., Mary Beth, LLB, her husband, James Catanzaro, LLB, and their children, Sarah Rose and James Lee III, of Signal Mountain, and Matthew Carbone, MBA, his wife, Lynn, and their children, Madison, Ellery and Bennett Oliver, of San Rafael, Calif. She is also survived by her daughter, Connie I. Radcliffe, and her husband, Frederick Radcliffe, of Westford, and their children and spouses, Marc D.

Radcliffe, Ph.D., his wife, Catherine, and their daughter, Sean Olivia, of Newport, Lisa, her husband, Gerry Harrington, MBA, and twins, Garrett and Kendra, of Marlboro, Jill, her husband, L. Don Byrd, their twins, Nicholas and Palmer, and daughter, Alana, of Oceanside, and Amy, her husband, Geoff Schembechler, and their children, Ryan and Kyle, of Dunstable, Mass. She is also survived by three nieces, Mary Valente of Schenectady, N.Y., Flora Palladino of Campobasso, Italy, and Rosina Palladino, Switzerland. A Mass of Christian Burial and a memorial service will be held at a later date at ST. BERNARD'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2015 Parmenter Middleton.

Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Hospice-Care 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711. 'Mil IfliiiiliiilinmiMai MMflMMIMil 7 if 4 "Wn LJI ijJLm Waunakee Oxford Plain Hillsboro Madison Middleton Madison Madison Stoughton Stoughton Madison Madison Anchorage, Alaska Marshall Jean (Tom) Schnick of Madison, Bonnie (Scott) Hecker of Wild Rose, Dr. Matt (Jennifer) Kraemer of LaCrosse, Becky (Marty) Loy of Stevens Point, Mary Jon (Tom) Hauge of Prairie du Sac, and Julie (Jerry) McLi-mans of Sauk City; a step-niece, Rae Marie (Cal) Heiser of Oregon; two step-nephews, Ron Liegel of Reedsburg, and Gary (Sue) Liegel of Plain; and many great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Sister Mary Mi-chaeline; and a nephew, Anthony "Butch" Hutter.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, at 2 p.m. at ST. LUKE'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, Plain. Father Mike Resop will officiate, with burial in the church cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Friday from noon until the time of the service at the church. Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home, Spring Green, is assisting the family with arrangements. Frank, Elma Evelyn HILLSBORO Elma Evelyn Frank, age 80, of Hillsboro, died Sunday, Jan. 6, 2002, at St. Joseph's Nursing Home, Hillsboro.

She was born on June 2, 1921, in Humbird, Clark County, the daughter of Clarence and Olive (Fields) Phillips. She was united in marriage on Sept. 12, 1941, at Grace Lutheran Church, Alma Center, to Walter George Frank. Elma enjoyed traveling, gardening and sewing. She is survived by her husband, Walter Frank of Hillsboro; children, Carol (Kenneth) Bauer of Laughlin, Dar-lene (Richard) Cypher of Bara-boo, and Rosemary (Kenneth) Whitinger of New Lisbon; 10 grandchildren; 12 greatgrandchildren; sisters, Betty (Leslie) Howenstein of South Range, and Marion (Dar-rell) Gust of LaCrosse; nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.

Her parents; and an infant daughter, Vicki, preceded her in death. Funeral services for Elma E. Frank will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, at GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, Alma Center, with Pastor Conrad Prell officiating.

Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Merrilan, Jackson County. Friends may call from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002, at THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME, Wonewoc, and from noon until the time of the service Friday at the church.

Hall, Marguerite E. MADISON Marguerite E. Hall, age 96, died on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002, at Belmont Nursing Home. Private family services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive.

Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Lodi. Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420 Iamurri, Rose Palladino MIDDLETON Rose Palladino Iamurri, age 92, died on Monday, Dec. 31, 2001, at Alterra Clarebridge Home in Middleton. She was born in Campobasso, Italy, on June 23, 1909, to the late Giovannina Valente Palladino and Celestino Palladino. She married Luigi Giovanni "John" Iamurri in January 1928 in Campobasso, Italy.

They have two daughters, both born in Italy, Connie I. Radcliffe, Westford, and Mary I. Carbone, Middleton. Rose came to America in 1933 and lived in Schenectady, N.Y., where her husband worked for GE. They became proud naturalized Americans and brought up their children following the American Dream.

She was a talented seamstress and clothing designer, making her two daughters' wedding gowns and bridesmaids attire and both daughters' trousseaus. She loved to cook, especially food produced in her husband's garden. After her husband's retirement in 1964 from GE, they moved to Maryland to be with her daughter, Mary, and family in an attached apartment The seven Carbone grandchildren loved having Grandma and Grandpa to turn to for love, solace and fun during their childhoods. They learned from their talented grandparents. In 1976, when Mary and her husband moved to Wisconsin, the lamur-ris continued to live with the Allen, Floyd WAUNAKEE Floyd Allen, age 83, of Wauna kee, formerly of Madison, passed away Sunday, Jan.

6, 2002, at Waunakee Manor. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and greatgrandfather, who was' best known for bis gentle heart, quick wit and loving nature. Floyd was born March 25, 1918, to William and Elizabeth Allen in Hurley, Wis. There he met and later married his high school sweetheart and best friend, Viola Gentile. He joined the U.S.

Army in 1942, where he served as a staff sergeant. After being honorably discharged from the Army, Floyd and his family moved to Iron-wood, then Eagle River, and finally settled in Madison. There he worked at Web-crafters Printing Company as a linotype operator until he retired at age 65. He is survived by his loving wife, Viola (Gentile) Allen, with whom he would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year. Survivors also include five children, Tom Allen of Madison, Frank Allen (Ann) of Waunakee, Elizabeth Borrecta (Chris) of Houston, Texas, Rick Allen (Cindy) of Sun Prairie, and Mary Martinson (fiance Scott Woodward) of Madison; and grandchildren, Carol, Amy, Molly, Laura, Jon, Ben, Anthony, Jenny, Jessie, Heather, Michelle and Alesha.

A private burial will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park. The family requests that memorials be made to the Alzheimer's Association. The family also extends thanks and appreciation for the special care provided by the Waunakee Manor staff. Winn Funeral Home 5785 Highway Waunakee Baljo, James Hi OXFORD James Baljo, age 80, of Oxford, died Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002, at the Veterans Administration Hospital, Milwaukee.

Jim was born April 26, 1921, in Watertown, the son of James and Grace (Todd) Baljo. In January 1940 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged in January 1946 as a shipfitter second class. In September 1946 he married Ruth Reid in Wisconsin Dells. For many years Jim was a welder and later in life was a truck driver.

Jim is survived by his wife, Ruth; sons, Dennis (Mar-thetta) of Washburn, Wis, and Calvin (Susan) of Wisconsin Rapids; a daughter, Linda (Jim) Phillips of Grand Marsh, a brother, George Baljo of Arizona; grandchildren, Tammy Phillips, Brandon and Kyle Baljo, and Deidre and Janna Baljo; and great-grandchildren, Brianna and Alexandria Baljo. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, aU a.m. at ST.

JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Oxford, with the Rev. David Totsky officiating. Burial will be in Oxford Village Cemetery. Military rites will be provided by the Neenah Valley VFW Post 6003, Oxford. Visitation will be held Friday from 9:30 a.m.

until the time of the service at 11 a.m. at the church. Oxford Funeral Home and Cremation Service assisted the family with arrangements. (608) 586-4000 www.picharuneralhome.com Brechtl, Willard J. "Bill" PLAIN Willard J.

"Bill" BrechU, age 86, of Plain, passed away on Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital, following a brief illness. He was born on May 6, 1915, in Plain, the son of John B. and Margaret (Gruber) Brechtl. Bill farmed on the homestead century farm all of his life, and in recent years-he worked for River Valley Veterinarian Clinic.

Bill was a member of St Luke's Catholic Church, Plain, Survivors include three siblings, Father Joseph Brechtl of Waunakee, Mary Ann (Ray) Lie-gel of Plain, and Louise (Norm) Kraemer of Plain; nine nieces and nephews, Tom (Sonya) Kraemer of Plain, Mickey (Irv) Snyder of Spring Green, Grace (Kimball) Nyman of Wild Rose, Olson, Gary Arthur MADISON Gary Arthur Olson, age 50, died on Friday, Jan. 4, 2002, at his home in Madison. He suffered a massive heart attack that morning on his mother's birthday. Gary was born on Nov. 26, 1951, in Madison.

Gary worked as a maintenance man in a local hospital prior to retiring. He attended Madison West High School and Madison Area Technical College, where he studied commercial art. He was named on the MATC dean's list for exceptional accomplishment. Gary suffered childhood drug victimization in his very early teens; thereafter, he suffered years of a devastating chronic mental illness. Gary persevered with difficulty to make a good life for himself.

The last several years were they best of his life. He enjoyed cooking (he was quite an amateur chef), landscaping and gardening with his oldest brother and father at his father's home, walking for exercise, and watching NFL football. He eagerly anticipated celebrating his mother's birthday and watching Sunday Packers games with his folks and brother. Gary was a kind, gentle, honest, generous (he'd give you the shirt off his back kind of guy) and timid soul. His kindness and concern in visits with his older brother during some of his brother's long-term illnesses were extremely helpful to his brother, Randy.

He assisted his brother with a new computer and helped him with retraining education. Gary leaves a huge emptiness in his close family. Survivors include his mother and father, Darlene (Dary) Olson and Arthur LeRoy Olson of Madison; his twin sister, Sherry Lentz of Fort Atkinson; his brother, Gregory Carl Olson of Fitchburg; and his brother, Randall Lee Olson of Madison. The immediate family will hold graveside services for Gary at Roselawn Memorial Park. Any memorials for Gary could be active support or money for any mental health programs, especially Dane County Mental Health Services.

Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 Post, Beverly A. MADISON Beverly A. (Walker, Dahle) Post, age 82, died on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002. Beverly was born on April 25, 1919, in Edgerton, the daughter of Peter and Bertha Johnson.

Her favorite pastimes included family and friends, especially organizing her class reunions and putting together golf outings. Kayra gatherings and dancing were other favorites. She was a dedicated caretaker and enjoyed God's little creatures, especially the birds and squirrels. Beverly is survived by her children, Laurence and Vicki Walker of McDonough, Michael and Jane Walker of Monona, Dennis and Deborah Walker of Madison, and Kathleen md Jerry Midthun, Eugene C. STOUGHTON Eugene C.

"Gene" Midthun, age 61, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at Meriter Park Hospital, Madison. He was born on Jan. 9, 1940, in Stoughton, the son of George and Clara (Halverson) Midthun. Gene graduated from Stoughton High School in 1958.

He married Catherine Pudder on Dec. 7, 1998, in Stoughton. He enjoyed working as a trucker for many years, retiring from Stoughton Trucking after four years of service. Gene is survived by his wife, Catherine of Stoughton; his mother, Clara Eggen of Sun City, four sons from a previous marriage, Steven (Christine) Midthun of Milwaukee, Jeffrey Midthun of Menomonee Falls, Richard Mid-. thun of Franksville, and Jeremy (Barbara Welnak) Midthun of Madison; his step-son, Timothy (Christina) Taylor of West Virginia; five grandchildren; three brothers, David (Judy) Midthun of Tonto, Harvey Midthun of Stoughton, and Terry (Susan) Midthun of Mauston; his sister, Marjorie (Edward) Stenli of Milton; and several nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, George; and his stepfather, Maynard Eggen. Memorial services will be held on Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, at 1 p.m. at COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1525 N. VanBuren Stoughton.

The Rev. Ronald Mach will officiate. The family will great friends from noon until the time of the services at the church. The family would like to thank the staff at Meriter Hospital who took excellent care of Gene. A special thanks to Dr.

Douglas Kutz "you're the best." Olson-Holzhuter-Cress Stoughton (608) 873-9244 www.cressfuneralservice.com Murphy, Mary STOUGHTON Mary Murphy, age 88, died Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at Nazareth House, Stoughton, where she had recently resided. Mary was born May 13, 1913, in McFarland, a daughter of the late Tollef and Gabriella (Anderson) Hanson, immigrants from Norway. Mary was employed for many years as a nursing assistant at nursing homes in the Stoughton and Madison area. She was married to Harold Murphy of Madison on Sept 24, 1938.

He preceded her in death. She is survived by a wonderful son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Kandis Murphy of Lakewood, two sisters, Theresa Nygaard of Madison, and La Von Hofland of Stoughton; and nany nieces Waddell, Dana Lynn MARSHALL Dana Lynn Waddell, age 16, passed away on Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at Meriter Hospital, Madison. She was born on July 26, 1985, in Madison, the daughter of David and Sally (Hart) Waddell. Dana was a junior and honor student at Marshall High School.

She was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Waterloo, a yearbook editor, member of FBLA, FFA, PALS, Service Club, cross country (where she was a 2001 state qualifier), track team and the chorus. Survivors include her parents, David and Sally of Marshall; a sister, Danielle at home; grandparents, Charles and Helen Hart of Marshall, and Douglas and Doris Waddell of Marshall; aunts and uncles, Cindy (Terry) Auchtung, Terri (Jeffrey) Wilke, Connie (Paul) Hacker, John (Karen) Waddell, Kathy (Roger) Evert and Shelly (Craig) Compton; cousins, Tam-ara (Paul) Poppert, Jeramie, Heather and Tiffany Auchtung, Skyla and Jadan Wilke, Anna, Amy, Katie and Gloria Hacker, Michael, Melinda and Madeline Waddell, Erica, Jessica and Garret Evert, and Tanner and Col-tan Compton; a very special friend, J. D. Sutkay; other relatives and many special friends.

She was preceded in death by a brother in infancy. Funeral services will be on Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, at 11 a.m. at MARSHALL HIGH SCHOOL GYM, with Pastor Robert Kosky officiating. Burial will be in Medina Cemetery.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002, from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. and on Friday from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

at the high school gym. Memorials to the Dana Waddell Memorial Fund would be appreciated. Hart-Vick Funeral Home, Marshall, is serving the family! Dana has written, "I want to be remembered for making people laugh and for being happy. Also, for being there for people when they need me." In Our Hearts We thought of you with love today. But that was nothing new.

We thought about you yesterday. And days before that, too. We think of you in silence. We often speak your name. Now all we have is memories.

And your picture in a frame. Your memory is a keepsake With which we'll never part God has you in his keeping. We haveyot'in our heart. Krentz, Robert H. "Red" MADISON Robert H.

"Red" Krentz, age 78, of Madison, died peacefully on Monday, Jan. 7, 2002, at Meriter Park Hospital. He was born on Nov. 14, 1923, in Montello, to Dave and Emma Krentz. Red graduated from Montello High School.

He was united in marriage to Jean Neale on Sept. 10, 1949, in Montello. They resided in Madison for 45 years. He was employed at Reynolds Transfer and Storage, Cooler, and Wisconsin Foundry and Machine. During his retirement, he worked part-time at Zimbrick Buick, which he enjoyed very much.

He loved playing cards, dancing and spending time with his family and many friends. Red was a member of Lake Edge United Church of Christ. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Jean; two daughters, Kris (Jim) Disch of New Glarus, and Nancy (Dawson) Drew of Madison; a son, Neal Krentz of Madison; a granddaughter, Kari (Jason) Heidenreich of Janes-ville; a grandson, Kevin Disch of New Glarus; a great-grandson, Mitchell Heidenreich of Janes-ville; two sisters, Florence (Jack) Calnin of Madison, and Doris (Leonard) Henslin of Ripon; two sisters-in-law, Addie Krentz of Montello, and Joan (Myron) Thompson of Montello; two brothers-in-law, John (Arlene) Neale of Portage, and Ralph (Jan) Neale of Merrill; and numerous nieces and nephews. Red was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Irene; brothers, Ernie and Elmer; father-in-law, Kermit Neale; and step-mother-in-law, Frances Neale. Funeral services will be held at LAKE EDGE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 4200 Buckeye Road, Madison, at 10 a.m.

on Friday, Jan. 11, 2002, with the Rev. David Michael presiding. Graveside services will be held at Montello City Cemetery at 1:30 p.m. on Friday.

Friends may call at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for a fund to be established at a later date.

Red's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the Home staff and spe.