The Capital Times from Madison, Wisconsin • 8

8A The Capital Times The Weekend of June 23-24, 1990 Nurse captures Dairyland crown HEART TO HEART Is it true that life really begins at 40? Kimberly A. Nettesheim, 22, grew up on a farm near Elkhorn. As Alice, she will serve a year in a promotional role for the state Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, beginning Wednesday. LA CROSSE (AP) A registered nurse from Milwaukee was named Alice in Dairyland, assuring 1 1 other finalists Friday any one of them is as qualified as she is to promote the states farm products. DEATH NOTICES CALLAHAN, Phyllis L.

Columbus EHLERT, Carl F. Madison McCL USKEY, Patrick J. Dodgeville RINGSTAD, Jane (Christenson) Madison SCHLEICHER, Marion Madison Death notices 7.30 am to 2.30 pm weekdays 8am. to 2.30 pm Saturday, 10a to 4 30p.m. Sunday Im not proud of, but I am feisty enough to blow it off and suffer the consequences.

Yeah, I prefer elevators to steps, curly french fries to yogurt, reading about sit-ups to sit-ups, whirlpools to swimming pools: Whats it to ya? Besides, this belly makes a handy shelf for my daily dose of red licorice. As I packed the car for a recent Door County getaway, I was embarrassed to discover that my make-up bag was heavy in my suitcase a suitcase loaded with books. I looked myself straight in the mirror and asked, Which way are you going to go here? Do you want to be an artificially gorgeous tourist-type or a well-read, intellectually stimulated proponent of au naturel? That was a turning point. My undereye shadows didnt spook any shopkeepers and I didnt slip into blow-dryer withdrawal. Since then, Ive reached a heightened level of awareness by ruling out the last-ditch option of cosmetic surgery, mercifully sparing myelf a which body part has sunk the farthest? probe.

There are better ways to spend a windfall; can you spell C-O-Z-U-M-E-L? Could I be spurning potential suitors with this newfound attitude? Love me or leave me, easy come-easy go, que sera sera, I gotta be me, I am woman, hear me Does that answer your question? By iulianne White The i apitaJ Times Go way. Why do you think the curtains are closed? This is a private party all invited guests must have sprung from my womb, poetically speaking. Im sitting here in the comfort of my own home (Achoo! Its the dust), with my doting, fresh-faced children gathered around me such serenity. (Quit clobbering our brother!) We're preparing to eat this fine dinner a Haagen-Dazs cake a glowing tribute to my culinary prowess. Well groove to their favorite rappers (whoa, Momma must be feelin go with the flow of a yahoo sugar buzz, and celebrate, in our own inimitable style, somebodys birthday.

Theyll celebrate; Ill meditate. Philosophizing is the guest of honors privilege. Ahem. As I see it, midlife is not a condition that strikes the moment you blow out those four rows of 10 candles. No, its a subtle progression, a sneaky combination of physical deterioration and mental exhilaration.

The physical component is something contrast, I have not one definitive declaration to illuminate the emotional journey that lies ahead. I can tell you where Ive been with crystal clarity. But to ask me where Im going is like asking a close-mouthed toddler, Whats your name, honey? The eyes grow wide, the shoulders shrug, the grin is sheepish. My know-it-all teen-age years eased into the black-and-white perceptions of my 20s. But, signaling imminent change in my psyches barometer, the next decade was characterized by swirling shades of gray.

And from all indications, my 40s will be fraught with dancing question marks, looming at the entrance to each path. But, unlike past chapters, there is unexpected joy and wondrous anticipation in asking the questions, in facing the unknown. Gone is the angst, and if I traded it for this cellulite, then doggone it, it was a good trade. The oppressive clouds of franticness have been washed away by the storms, and in their place is the sunrise, the gentle calm of believing in the promise of a second chance. OK, kids, you can open the curtains.

Mommas ready for the second act and open to the possibility of a third. Callahan, Phyllis L. COLUMBUS Phyllis L. Callahan, of 856 South Charles Street died on Friday, June 22, 1990 at her home. She was born In Belleville, Wisconsin to Jacob and Bessie Luchsinger.

She was married to Carroll B. Callahan on September 27, 1939 In Milwaukee. She was a 1929 University of Wisconsin-Madlson graduate where she received her B.S. degree In Speech and English. She taught school In Antlgo, Randolph, Columbus and Oconomowoc for 10 years.

She was on the debating team at UW-Madlson. She was on the Columbus School Board for 17 years and was a clerk of the school district. She was a member of the Columbus Womens Club and was past president. She was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church, Columbus.

She Is survived by her husband, Carroll B. Callahan of Columbus; two nephews, Judge J.K. Callahan of Monroe, and Paul (Ruth) Callahan of Endeavor; a niece, Margaret Oakes of Kenosha. She was preceded In death by her parents; and son, Tim Callahan on August 6, 1988. A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, June 30, 1990 at 11:00 a.m.

at ST. JEROME CATHOLIC CHURCH, Columbus. Jones-Jensen Funeral Home Columbus Ehlert, Carl F. MADISON Carl F. Ehlert, born May 14, 1916, died peacefully June 21, 1990.

His wife, Evelyn, preceded him in death January 31, 1989. A sister and brother died In prior years. Our father was an outstanding student -athlete in his youth. He served his country with distinction In the European Theater in World War II. Dad was a respected executive of the Wisconsin Telephone Company, his employer for 32 years.

He augmented his community's growth and the development of Its youth through his leadership In Its various service organizations. He was a lifelong and an active member of the Lutheran Church. Those who knew him or knew of him, knew him to be a man of high principle, dignity, and grace. They admired his accomplishments and appreciated his contributions. They enioyed his friendship, and they will miss him.

Our admiration, thanks, and love be with you. Dad. Your children, Sara and Rob, Emily and John, Karen and Tom. Our love too, Grandpa, Krista and Marta, Alex and Tyler, and Theo. XOXOX Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m.

on Sunday, June 24, 1990 in the FITCH-LAWRENCE-SANFILLIPPO FUNERAL HOME located at 6021 University Avenue, Madison, Wisconsin. The Reverend Stanley Klyve will officiate. Burial will be In the Wisconsin Memorial Park Cemetery In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Friends are asked to call at the funeral home on Sunday from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. Friends may also call at the Chapel of the Chimes in Wisconsin Memorial Park Cemetery, located at 132nd and Capitol Drive, Brookfield, on Monday, June 25 from 11:00 a.m.

until 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorialscontributlons In his name can be made to the Midvale Community Lutheran Church Endowment Fund, Madison, or the Klwanis Foundation. McCluskey, Patrick J. DODGEVILLE Patrick J. McCluskev, age 80, of Dodgeville, passed away suddenly at the Iowa County Memorial Hospital early Friday morning, June 22.

P.J. was born to Patrick and Julia (Harrington) McCluskev of Clyde, Wisconsin. He married the former Mary Paar on August 28, 1934 In Dodgeville. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Dodgeville.

He Is survived by his wife Mary and twelve children, Patricia (Jim) Killselly of Dodgeville, Patrick, Jr. (Janet) McCluskey, of Mineral Wells, Texas, Mary Lou (Sam) Ace of Brooklyn, Wisconsin, Kenneth (Kay) McCluskey of Rockford, Illinois, Dorothy (David) DeVoss of Dodgeville, Gerry Riley and Dennis Ruppert of Blue Mounds, Barbara (Howard) Wilkenson of Sandwich, Illinois, Larry (Carol) McCluskey of Dodgeville, Dick McCluskey of Dodgeville, Mike (Chris) McCluskey of Waukesha, Kay Buechele and Gary Bahn of Mount Horeb, Bruce (Laurie) McCluskey of Ridgeway; 42 grandchildren; 41 great grandchildren; ond two great great grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Mrs. Betty (Ward) Hydanus of Madison. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother; one sister; and a grandson.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 25, 1990 at 11:00 a.m. In ST. JOSEPHS CATHOLIC CHURCH In Dodgeville. Friends may call on Sunday, from 3:00 until 5:00 and 7:00 until 9:00 at the MCGINLEY FUNERAL HOME in Dodgeville, where a parish rosary will be held at 8:00 p.m. Ringstad, Jane (Christenson) MADISON Jane (Christenson) Ringstad, age 70, long-time Madison resident, died on Thursday, June 21, 1990 at a Stoughton nursing home.

She was born on September 2, 1919 In Florence, Wisconsin, and has lived In Madison since 1937. She graduated from the UW-Madison with a Bachelors degree In Social Science. She has been a long-time member of the Delta Phi Omega sorority. She worked for the American Red Cross during World War II, serving In the South Pacific. She was married to Truman Christenson and they operated Christy's on Lake Waubesa for many years.

She Is survived by four children, Christine (David) Flatt of Spring-field, Illinois, Timothy Christenson of Stoughton, Katherine (Richard) Larson of Madison, and Chase Christenson of Stoughton; four grandchildren, Carla Vailone, Tyrone and Amanda Larson, and Truman L. Flatt, III; two sisters, Margaret Erickson of Iron Mountain, Michigan, and June Till of Florence, Wisconsin; and a brother, George Buzz" Youngs of Hastings, Michigan. She was preceded In death by her parents; an Infant daughter, Mary; and two sisters, Marion Yusba and Lillian Connery. Funeral services will be held at the GUNDERSON FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 25, with Father Robert Gille officiating.

Burial will be In ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK. Friends may call from 3:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 24, at the funeral home. She will live In loving memory by her many friends, her children, grandchildren and family. May she rest In peace.

Schleicher, Marion MADISON Marlon Schleicher, age 77, died on Friday, June 22, 1990, at' her home. The former Marlon Sawdy was born on December 21, 1912, In Tomahawk, Wisconsin. Marlon retired os Food Service Supervisor of the Madison Convalescent Center In 1979. She is survived by daughters, Donna Schleicher of Madison, Cher Buckner of Fremont, California, Judl Haines of Caspar, Wyoming, Sheila RIemer of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin; six grandchildren, Suzy Taylor of Fremont, Colifornia, Charles and Dennis Riemer of Wisconsin Rapids, Terri Starks of Wisconsin Rapids, Jim Haines of Fallbrook, Colifornia, Mike Haines of Caspar, Wyoming; and a sister, Genevieve Olsen of Sarasota, Florida. She was preceded In death by six brothers and two sisters.

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