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WISCONSIN STATE JOURNAL OBITUARIES SUNDAY, JANUARY 27. 2013 B3 ing walks down the block, the food that neighbors brought over and conversations on the front porch. During her life, Viola was a county 4-H agent, rural school teacher, farm wife (Mrs Elmer Nelson); parent to Anne, Margaret Nelson of Madison, Glenn and James; foster parent to Debbie Siegel and Vicky; and grandmother to Audy, Bert Johnson of Madison Middlebury Emily Johnson (Pete Hills) of Madison, Lawrence and Janet. Some of her days on the farm were chronicled in her 2011 book, Letters from the Home Front, a compilation of letters that she wrote to her sister, Frances Ellison from 1943 to 1949 The book serves as a wonderful testament to the richness of life in a small community of 36 square miles where the spirit of cooperation and importance of nurturing each individual is paramount. Memorials may be made to the University of Minnesota, Morris Elmer Viola Nelson Scholarship Fund, 5164, McNamara Alumni Center, 200 Oak St, Suite 500, Minneapolis, MN 55455-2010.

Florence was born in Baraboo on Feb. 10, 1941 the daughter of Gerhard and Josephine Ballweg She was the fourth oldest of 9 children. Florence married her husband of 49 years, Robert Rau, on Nov, 9, 1963 They made their home in Sauk City, where they raised four children. She enjoyed maintaining her flower beds, ATVing with her family and spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Robert; her children, Judy (Paul) Spoerl of Greenville, Barbara (Scott) Breumg of Prairie du Sac, Brenda (Bryan) Schwarz of North Freedom and Brian (Janet) Rau of Madison; and her grandchildren, Jessica, Jordan, Allison and Kate-lyn She is also survived by her brothers, Lloyd (Marion) Ballweg, George (Ilia) Ballweg, Eugene (Winnie) Ballweg and Jerry Ballweg; and her sisters, Louise (Eugene) Theis, Elaine (Larry) Adler and Jo (Bill) Hart.

Florence was preceded in death by her parents, and brother, Stanley Ballweg The family wishes to give their very special thanks to the care givers at Meriter Hospital for their kindness and compassion in Florence's final days. In lieu of a memorial service, it is asked that family, friends, neighbors and well wishers privately reflect their thoughts and condolences In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity or community service of your choice Gunderson West Funeral Cremation Care 7435 University Ave. Middleton (608) 831-6791 wwwundersonfKcom Mulder, David J. 16 STOUGHTON David J. Mulder, age 82, passed away Thursday, Jan.

24, 2013, at his home He was born April 20, 1930, (Easter Sunday) in the Town of Lima, Sheboygan County, the son of the late, James and Mary (Carmen) Mulder. Upon graduating from Plymouth High School he and two buddies decided to work their way to the West Coast, stacking hay, threshing, shocking grain, picking potatoes and beets. When they reached the coast they figured they better get back as the draft had started Upon returning home, David entered the Navy. After serving two tours of duty, David began working for Bark River Culvert Equip followed by several contractors in the Madison area and retired from Miller Bradford Risberg in 1995 as service manager In retirement he enjoyed wood working projects for family and friends and traveling both near and far and was known to frequent a casino nowand then He is survived by this wife, Winifred whom he married Aug 16, 1952 celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary in Australia in 2002, and this past August, celebrated their 60th Also surviving him is a son, Dale (Kay Thompson) of Stoughton; and two daughters, Tracey (Danny) Gallagher of Stoughton and Terri Mulder of Madison, eight grandchildren, Heather (Jason) Krantz of Cross Plains, Jeremy (Melissa) Mulder and Jesse Mulder of Dod-geville, Kurt (Erica) Mulder, Gilbert, Ariz and Chad Gallagher of Stoughton, Nicole Gallagher of Deerfield, Jason Mezera of Hartford and Beth Thomure of Sun Prairie, and almost 7 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by two brothers, Wesley (Leona) of Sun Prairie, and Charles (Judy) of Delavan, three sisters, Lucille Larson of Plymouth, Edith Orlenko of Sheboygan, and Janet (David Walvoord of Oost-burg; a sister-in-law, Cora Shinmck of Fitchburg; also many nieces and nephews He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers-m-law, Arden Larson, John Orlenko and M.

Grant Shinmck: sister, Ellen, and nephew, Russell Mulder Funeral services will be held at 11 a on Monday, Jan 28, 2013, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 206 Prospect Ave Stoughton, with Pastor Richard Hallom officiating Family will greet friends from 9 am. until the time of service A luncheon will follow at the Stoughton VFW Post 328, 200 Veterans Road. Burial with military honors will be at 2 in Highland Memory Gardens, 3054 Highway BB, Cottage Grove. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service Oison-Hoizhuter 206 W. Prospect Stoughton (608) 873-9244 Please share your memories at wwwressFuneralServicexom Johnson, Theresa A.

MCFARLAND Theresa A. Johnson, age 57, of McFarland, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013, in her home surrounded by her friends and family. She was born Nov 2, 1955, in Worcester, the daughter of Ann and Phillip Johnson. She spent most of her life employed as a nurse, wholly engaged in the care of others and found her particular calling in service of the elderly.

In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, bird watching, walking, travelling, and spending time with her children. She had an eye for design and art and spent countless years decorating her home as a beautiful reflection of herself and her family. Terry was an adventurous and loving spirit throughout her life and all those who knew her were familiar with her endless compassion and support, especially her children She was fond of all things Irish and was especially proud of her Irish heritage, holding citizenship both in the United States and Ireland. Terry was most at home near the ocean and other places of natural beauty where she could be surrounded by animals and plant life. Terry was a beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, and friend She is survived by her husband, Paul Nelson, her three children, Colin son, Bridget Crean-Williams, and Sophie Bebeau, her three brothers, Phillip, Peter, and Tim Johnson, her cat, Smokey II, and many loving extended family members and friends She is preceded in death by her mother and father.

Per Terry's wishes a memorial gathering will be held at Olbrich Botanical Gardens, with details to be announced in the springtime. Memorials may be made to Olbrich Botanical Gardens, Planned Parenthood, the MS Society, Second Harvest Food Bank, and Public Broadcasting Service. For future reference please visit www informedchoicefunerals com for an archival obituary. Keller, Mary Lou WISCONSIN DELLS Mary Lou Keller, age 81, of Wisconsin Dells, died Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2013, at the BarringtonOur House in Wisconsin Dells.

Mary was born March 13, 1931, in Madison, the daughter of Logan and Julia (Moore) Bender. In June 1950 she was united in marriage to Richard Keller in Madison. He preceded her in death in December 2009. Mary Lou enjoyed reading, solving crossword puzzles and gardening. Mary Lou is survived by a son, Richard (Kay) Keller of Madison, a granddaughter, Nicole (Ben) Wheeler of Oregon, Wis; grandsons, Rodrigo Keller-Colas of Madison, and Fernando Keller-Colas of Waukesha, great-grandchildren, Ashton and Chayse Wheeler; and a very dear friend, Dorothy Coon.

She was preceded in death by her arents; husband, and a Keller. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, Jan 28, 2013, at 11 a at ST MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Briggsville and burial will be at the church cemetery Visitation will be held at ST MARYS CATHOLIC CHURCH in Briggsville on Monday from 10 a until the time of service at 11 a The Picha Funeral Home and Crematory of Wisconsin Dells assisted the family with arrangements. For online condolences and information, go to www pichafuneralhome com. (608)253-7884 Kiley, Merle Lowell MOUNT HOREB HAYWARD, Calif Merle Lowell Donny" Kiley, age 81, of Hayward, Calif passed away on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2012.

He was born Jan. 4, 1931, at Mount Horeb. He was the son of Merle and Helen (Brusveen) Kiley He graduated from Mount Horeb High School in 1949. He was married to Dolores Fernandez and they had three sons. Shane (Kristen), Michael (Jill) and Kendall and five grandchildren all of California.

He is survived by two sons; five grandchildren, a brother, Krendall (Angie) Kiley of Madison; and a sister, Laurel (Jack) Butts of Verona; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Joyce; and a son, Kendall. He was born in the family farmhouse in Springdale Township, near Mount Horeb, on Jan 16, 1919, to Namen andThea (Thorson) Offerdahl He died peacefully surrounded by his family on his 94th birthday, Jan. 16, 2013, in Colorado Springs. where he had lived with nis daughter and family for 10 years.

Nor served in World War II, and volunteered for the Army Air Corps the day after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. He proudly served as an Air Traffic Control Operator for four years in North Africa, Corsica and Italy. One of his favorite memories was sitting in a control tower in Africa with General Jimmy Doolittle for part of a day. Once he returned from overseas, Nor married his sweetheart, Dolores Midthun, on Aug 12, 1945. They were married four months short of 50 years when Dolores died in 1995.

Starting married life in Middleton, Nor's hometown, they moved to Stoughton in 1949 where they both got involved in the community Nor worked as Furniture Manager at Koltes and Keegan for many years and retired from Furniture He served as Second Ward Alderman for 25 years and was also active in Central Lutheran and Covenant Lutheran Churches, among many other local organizations through the years He was very proud of Stoughton and happily showed any visitor around the city Nor enjoyed playing many sports in his youth and enjoyed watching hjs favorite sports teams as he got older He was a big fan of the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Brewers, and the University of Wisconsin football and basketball teams. Nordeen is survived by his daughter, Judy Offerdahl (Ron Gados) and granddaughter, Karen Offerdahl Gados, all of Colorado Springs, granddaughter, Rebecca Of-ferdahr Gados Moore (Jonathan) and great grandson, Ewan Offerdahl Moore, all of Hemel Hempstead, England, brother, Thomas Offerdahl (Lois) of Monona, and special friend, Ruth Paulson of Stoughton He was preceded in death by his wife, Dolores, son, Robert and brothers Vernon and Glen. The family is planning a Celebration of Life service at COVENANT LUTHERAN CHURCH in Stoughton, on Friday, May 17, 2013, at 11 a m. Inurnment will be at Norway Grove Memorial Lutheran Church Cemetery in DeForest. Please view our beloved Nordeen Offerdahl's memorial at nrwwwan-lawxom.

Olson, Nancy MADISON Nancy Olson, age 73, passed away on Thursday, Jan 24, 2013, at Middleton Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center The family would like to thank everyone at Middleton Village for all the care and support they have given Nancy Memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb 2, 2013, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Times will follow in the full obituary Cress Funeral and Cremation Service $610 Speedway Road, Madison (608)238-3434 Please share your memories at wwwCressFuneralServicexom Patterson, Robert UMADISON Robert Patterson, age 74, died Thursday, Jan 24, 2013 The full obituary will be published at a later date Cress Funeral and Cremation Sendee 3610 Speedway Road (608)238-3434 Please share your memory at www.CressFuneralServicexom Pigneguy, Thomas Alfred MADISON Thomas Alfred Pigneguy, age 86, of Madison, passed away Tuesday, Jan 22,2013, at Capitol Lakes Health Center, surrounded by loved ones. Thom was born Aug 13, 1926, in Covington, Ky the son of Thomas McNess and Stella Bryan Pigneguy. He was married to Wilma Mattingly for 25 years. Thom was a professional photographer and motion picture projectionist, and was a member of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees He loved his work, especially at EPCOT in Walt Disney World, from where he retired Thom was president of the Milwaukee Jazz Society in the 1960s.

He adored the state of Wisconsin, and was a member of the Wisconsin Historical Society for more than 50 years A proud Progressive, Thom contributed to causes like The Sierra Club, The Humane Society and the World Wildlife Fund As a resident of Capitol Lakes, he was glad to have the opportunity to show movies for the residents there and to have his photography on display Thom is survived by his daughter. Teresa Bryan Peneguy of Madison; his son, Curtis Clyde Pigneguy (Angela Todd) of Ann Arbor, Mich Teresa's mother, Wilma Mattingly (Ray Nielsen) of Madison; grandson, Christo River-Paprock of New Glares, his cousin, Peggy Adams of Cincinnati, and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister. Jeanette, and nis cousin, Patricia Schramm A memorial service will be held at 10 am. Monday.

Jan. 28, in the chapel at CAPITOL LAKES RETIREMENT COMMUNITY (use the Henry Street Cate entrance at 110 Henry St In lieu of flowers. the family requests donations to Agrace HospiceCare and the Wisconsin Historical Society. The family thanks the staffs at Agrace HospiceCare and Capitol Lakes Health Center, and the Rev. Guta Cvetkovic for their kindness and compassion.

And. while with silent, lifting mind Ive trod The high untrespassed sanctity of space Put out my hand, and touched the face of God. Rau, Florence M. SAUK CITY Florence Rau. age 71 passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan.

25,2011 Kussmaul, Allen MOUNT HOPE Allen Kussmaul, age 98, of Mount Hope, died Wednesday, Jan. 16. 2013. He was born on Feb. 25, 1914, in Eastman, the son of Rudolph Sr.

and Emma (Allen) Kussmaul. On Jan. 1, 1939, he was united in marriage to Dorris L. Lintner in Dubuque, Iowa They were married 58 years until Dorris' death in 1997. Al and his brother, Rud, built up a seed corn business in Mount Hope, Kussmaul Hybrids Seed Corn.

His favorite past time was working For the past 26 winters, Al made Pine Island, his home. He was a very avid gardener. He enjoyed fishing, traveling, shooting ool, playing cards, and watching aseball and football. Al also had a book published at age 95. based on the diary of his travels at age 17.

The book is "Life on the Bum in the Early 1930's. Al is survived by his daughters, Connie (Paul) Klinkhammer of Mount Hope, and Flynt Kussmaul of Sarasota, Fla four grandchildren, Stacey Martin of Bloomington, Andrew Lucas of Mount Hope, Seth Kussmaul of Madison, and Ryan (Megan) Kussmaul of Patch Grove, six great-grandchildren, Jake, Katie, Destom and Andrea Martin, Kalyssa (Joe) Walsh, and Mason Kussmaul; a great-great-grandson, Bentley; ana special friend, Jean. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorris, his parents; his daughter, Susan Moravits; his son, Timothy Kussmaul; and his two brothers, Glenn and Rud. Funeral Services will be held at 10 30 a on Tuesday, Feb 5, 2013, at MARTIN FUNERAL HOME in Bloomington, with the Rev Mary Ann Floerke officiating Burial will be in Hermitage Cemetery, Mount Hope Friends may call from 4 pm. to 3 on Monday.

Feb 4, 2013, at MARTIN FUNERAL HOME in Bloomington and one hour prior to the service at the funeral on Tuesday. Thank you to all the doctors, hospital staff and hospice at Prairie Memorial and a special thanks to everyone at Walter Schmidt for their excellent care of Al while he was there Online condolences: www.martinschwartzfuneralhome&com Lemon, Dorothy Walker MADISON Dorothy Walker Lemon, age 90, passed away on Saturday, Jan 26, 2013, at Hebron Oaks Nursing Home Memorial arrangements are pending, and a full obituary will follow later Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608)236-3434 Please share your memories at www.CressFuneralServtcexom Macy, Mark B. SUN PRAfRIE Mark B. Macy, age 64, of Sun Prairie, passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness on Jan 24. 2013 He was born on Aug 2, 1948, in Oskaloosa, Iowa, the son of Bryce and Helen (Vanderpol) Macy.

Mark graduated with a A. from the University of Northern Iowa. After graduation from college, he was drafted into the Army where he served in the Vietnam conflict After the service, he lived in Des Moines, Iowa, and worked for Hawkeye Insurance and later transferred to Madison. He then worked for General Casualty Insurance in Sun Prairie until his retirement Mark enjoyed golfing, watching sports, ana was an avid reader. He also served on the board of Iowa Realty Trust.

Mark is survived by his brothers, Curt (Linda) and William Macy, and nieces, Brooke Macy and Stephanie (David) Morrow. He was preceded in death by his parents Funeral services will be held at a later date On-line condolences may be made at www gundersonfh. com. Gunderson East Funeral A Cremation Caro 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420 www.gundefsonfttcom Mitchell, Marian Rae MADISON Marian Rae Mitchell, age 67. passed away peacefully at Karmenta Nursing Rehab Retirement Home on Thursday, Jan.

24, 2013. Marian was born in Madison, on Nov 19. 1945. to parents, Raymond and Dorothy Mitchell and was baptized and confirmed at the South Shore Methodist Church. Marion is a graduate of Madison Central High School.

After school, she worked as a daycare 'teacher, for hotels and had a passion for sewing Marian would make wonderful embroidered gifts for her friends and family. She loved to frequent the library to escape into the fantasy of books Marian's family would like to thank the staff at Karmenta for the care they have given her the past few years. Marian was preceded in death by her parents; her niece. Teresa: her nephew, Danny: her brother-in-law. Mr.

her great-niece, Jessica: her aunt, Jewell and uncle, Milford and her aunt, Minnie and uncle, Weldon. Marian is survived bv her sister, Holly: her nephews. Kandy, Allen and Jamie, and her nieces. Jolene and Lisa. She is also survived by great-nieces and nephews: her great-great-nephews; and by her uncle, Melvin and aunt Lila Ruth.

Services will be held at 11 a on Wednesday Jan 30. 2013. at CRESS FUNERAL HOME. 3610 Speedway Road. Madison.

Marian will be laid to rest next to her parents at Forest Hill Cemetery. Madison, following the services A visitation will be held at 10 a until the time of services Wednesday at CRESS FUNERAL HOME. Cm hnanl nd CnmUoi Sank 3610 SpMdmy toad (608)238-3434 Plaaaaitanamariaaat awmCnaf arWIarwra ran Niebuhr, Marilyn Ava MADISON Marilyn Ava Niebuhr, age 80, of Madison, passed on to be reunited with loved ones on Jan 23, 2013, at Sienna Meadows She was born on Nov. 18, 1932, in Madison, to Theodore and Harriet Oliver After graduating from Madison West High, Marilyn married Bernard Reilly and later married George Niebuhr Jr She is survived by her children, Mark (Kathy) Reilly, Dianne Turner, Steven (Brenda) Reilly, Cheryl Murray and Tammy Downing, 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Theodore and Ruth Oliver, and Harriet and Alfons Eise-man, her daughter, Lisa Marie Niebuhr, and her brother, Allen Oliver.

Marilyn was employed as a meticulous bookkeeper, and cheerful waitress at various businesses in the Madison area, and managed Monona Meadows before retiring She loved working in her yard and garden, and was known for her generous gifting of her canned vegetables and preserves, especially her raspberry jam She also enjoyed dancing, crafts, and watching UW Badgers sports Marilyn was very active in her service at Lake Edge UCC and enjoyed a mission trip to Kenya She was a tireless volunteer for many community organizations including, Madison Scouts, A and Central Wisconsin Center. Above all she was an ever thankful, loving Christian mother who cherished her family, and we are all better persons from having known her. Memorial services will be held at LAKE EDGE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 4200 Buckeye Road, Madison, at 11 a on Saturday, Feb 2, 2013, with Pastor Lex Liberatore officiating Visitation will be held from 10 a m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made in Marilyns honor to Agrace Hospice Care andor Alzheimer Dementia All lance of Wisconsi Cremation will be accorded by Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Center The family wishes to express the greatest appreciation to all the wonderful caregivers who provided such tremendous support to Marilyn and her family Online condolences maybe made at www.

gundersonfh com Gunderson East Funeral 8 Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420 www.gundersonfh.com immm ir-vw OBrien, Norma M. BOSCOBEL Norma M. O'Brien, age 90, of Boscobel, passed away on Friday, Jan 25, 2013, at the Sannes Skogdalen Heim Nursing Home in Soldiers Grove She was born on Sept. 12, 1922, in Wauzeka, the daughter of George and Mamie (Schwartz) Lewig She married Arthur Mathews Jr on Oct. 22, 1941, in Wauzeka Wis He preceded her in death in 1983.

She then married Everett O'Brien on Dec 9. 1986. in Steelville Mo He preceded her in death on Sept 15. 2006 She is survived by a daughter. Carole (John) Mindham of Boscobel four stepchildren; four grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; 14 step-grandchildren; and many step-great-great-grandchildren; two sisters.

Shirley Ertel and friend, Clint Carr both of Custer S.D., Violet Wackerhauser of Prairie du Chien; a sister-in-law, Eunice Key of Eastman She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Terry Mathews, a sister, Marian Klein, and a stepdaughter, Valerie Hlavac. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday Jan 29. 2013, at 11 a at ST.JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH in Boscobel. Pastor Charles Koester officiating Burial in the National Cemetery Eastman. Friends may call on Monday.

Jan. 28, 2013, from 4pm until 8 at the KENDALL FUNERAL HOME in Boscobel and at the church on Tuesday from 10 a until the time of service In lieu of flowers memorials can be given to the Boscobel Fire Department or the Boscobel Rescue Squad On line condolence can be sent to: wwwJwndallfuMrelMrvict xom Offerdahl, Nordeen COLORADO SPRINGS. Cola Nordeen E. Offerdahl was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, greatgrandfather and public servant Riggs, David G.Sr. UMADISON David Riggs age 92, passed away Wednesday, Jan 23, 2013, surrounded by family members.

He was born Nov. 20, 1920, to parents. Ida and Garfield Riggs in North Carolina. David spent 23 years in the Air Force and retired in England He met his wife Edna in England and they were married May 15, 1965. They returned to live in North Carolina.

David's birthplace David and Edna decided to move to Wisconsin to be near his children David is survived by his four children, Elizabeth Jane (Fred) Schulze, Donald Ray (Dorothy) Riggs, Majorie Annette (LeRoy) Nelson and David (Mary) Riggs and sister-in-law, Grace Kelly of Australia He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild David was preceded in death by his parents, eight brothers and sisters, and his beloved wife, Edna We wish to thank the Agrace HospiceCare staff, especially Tiffany, Shama, Angie and Jason Both David and Edna enjoyed visiting with them and discussing their memories. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013. Visitation will be held from 10 a m. until the time of the service at the funeral home on Tuesday Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens with military honors and a luncheon will follow at the VFW Post No 7591, 301 Cottage Grove Road, Madison.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare. 5395 Cheryl Pkwy.Fitcnburg Wl 53711 Online condolences may be made to www gundersonfh com Gunderson East Funeral Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420 Smith, Patricia Ann MADISON Patricia Ann Smith was born Aug 27, 1941 in Pittsburgh, Pa ana died Friday, Jan 25, 2013, in Madison She was a graduate of Seton Hill College, Greensburg, Pa and she earned her BSN at Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio and her MSN at UW Madison Pat was a respected nurse educator and taught many years at Madison College (MATC). She had an eclectic taste in reading, enjoyed her travels to Europe, Africa. Central and South America and had a deep appreciation for nature. Pat was preceded in death by her parents.

John Sullivan and Ann O'Connor Smith; and Grandma O'Connor and a long line of best dogs. She is survived by her loving sisters. Kathleen Smith of Monona, and Rita Marie Smith of Puyallup. Wash favorite brother-m-law. Rolf-Immo Gabbe: and Bailey, a shepherd mix best dog The family acknowledges with gratitude the service provided by the Agrace HospiceCare team, the women of Intenm, and special caregivers.

Gana, Ogi and Becky, whose compassionate care allowed Pat to remain in her home. Memorial contributions may be made to Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, 10900 Euclid Cleveland. Ohio 44106-4904 or charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made to www. gundersonfh com.

Qundireou Eurt Funeral A Cremuttm Cm 5203 Monom Drire (608)221-5420 miWuuii Please see next page Nelson, Alice R. DODGEVILLE Alice R. Nelson, age 86, of Dodgeville. passed away on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, at Upland Hills Nursing Rehab following a long illness The former Alice Born was born on Oct 26, 1926 in Gorham, to Peter and Della (Dixon) Born.

Following graduation she worked at the St Louis Ordinance Plant during World War II Alice married Norman Nelson on Jan. 16, 1946 The couple farmed in the Castle Rock area until retiring to Dodgeville in 1985 Alice worked at Ben Franklin and World of Variety in Fenmmore and for the Dodgeville SUN. Program for many years. She enjoyed many hobbies and crafts including, fishing, crocheting, sewing, rose-maling, quilting, flower gardening and creating items from the driftwood she collected. Her greatest joy was time spent with her family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman on Dec 24, 1997, a son, Peter on Feb. 7, 1996, four brothers, Ralph, Henry, Edward and Paul Born, and two sisters, Mary Jones and Irene Eastman. Alice is survived by seven children, Geraldine (Brian) Cheney of Ottawa. Ontario, Susan (David) Nie-haus of Platteville, Nancy Nelson of Fenmmore. Wayne (Mary) Nelson of Dodgeville, Barbara (Jerry) Stankus of Janesville, Mark (Joyce) Nelson of New Lennox, and Steven (Heidi) Nelson of Mineral Point: 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; a sister, Kathryn (Bill) Schimpf of Jerseyville, III a sister-in-law, Faye Born of Edwardsvilie, two brothers-in-law, Bob Fett of Platteville, and Clyde Wagner of Livingston, as well as nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at the CASTLE ROCK LUTHERAN CHURCH. Pastor Kathy Jacobson will officiate with burial in church cemetery. Friends may call from 4pm until 8pm Monday at the LULLOFF-PETERSON-HOUCK FUNERAL HOME in Dodgeville and at the church on Tuesday after 10 a m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Upland Hills Hospice would be greatly appreciated. Udloff UrtOTon Houct Funnl Horn OodgnWt (608) 935-3628 Nelson, Roxy Viola MADISON Roxy Viola Nelson died on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, remaining interested and engaged in the world around her. Viola was bom on March 24. 1908, to Roxy F.

Stillman and Charles E. Ellison in their farm house in Delaware Township, Grant County, Minn. She lived in rural Delaware Township for the next 10 decades except for a brief hiatus to complete a degree in Eng'ish at Hamline University St. Paul At the age of 100. she moved full time to Madison to live with her daughter.

Margaret. In Madison. Viola continued her interest politics. even voting the last election. She enjoyed her time living in the Dudgeon Monroe neighborhood and the warmth and generosity of this community Viola felt a part of her newfound commun'y, Kobey, Gene UFORT THOMAS.

Ky. Gene Kobey. age 89. of Fort Thomas. Ky formerly of Madison and Montello, died peacefully on Sunday, Jan.

13. 2013. Preceded in death by mother, Frances; father. John; and brothers, Jerome and Ray Survived by loving wife. Dorothy: sister, Irene Gulmire of Weyauwega: and daughter, Karen (Ellen Stubbs) of Shoreview, Minn.

Also survived by niece, Carla Masters (Bob); great-niece, Katie Hagis (David) and their children Brennan. Hallie and Ellie of Fort Thomas; and many other nieces and nephews. Gene, a proud member of the 101st Airborne, was captured on D-Day and spent the rest of the war in a German prison hospital He graduated from Marquette Law School and practiced law Madison and Montello before retiring to Ocala. Fla He was also a clown with the Madison Knights of Columbus and appeared the Milwaukee Circus Parade, hospitals and numerous other parades across the state. A big highlight for him was performing in the Rmgling Brothers Circus Milwaukee.

His unfailing generosity and humor will be missed, but we know he is happy and whole now. telling jokes and pulling quarters out of children's ears 1.