May 2, 2021

Brad Russell Morter, age 64, passed away on May 2, 2021 at home.  He was born on January 27, 1957, the son of Russell and Dolores (Foye) Morter.  Brad was one of six children.

Brad was born and raised in Lodi on the Morter Property Homestead (1846), overlooking Lake Wisconsin.  His parents instilled in Brad a strong...

May 2, 2021

On May 2, 2021, Shirley Ann LaZotte passed away peacefully at the age of 90 in her home in Stoughton, Wisconsin, where she lived for the last 50 years. Shirley was born on August 31, 1930, in the home of her maternal grandparents on their farm near Neillsville, Wisconsin. After graduating from Neillsville High School, Shirley married Glenn Joseph...

May 1, 2021

Linda L. Howe, age 69, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home on Saturday, May 1, 2021.  She was born in Dodgeville on January 10, 1952, the daughter of Laurel and Pearl Kast.  On May 12, 1973 Linda married James Howe.  Linda enjoyed spending time with her dogs, and attending stock car races with family and friends. ...

Apr 30, 2021

Naples, Florida-James Edward “Jim” Knothe, 93, passed awayon Friday, April 30, 2021 in Naples, FL. He was born on July 22, 1927 in La Crosse to the late Clemens and Helen Lucille (Dunn) Knothe.

After graduating from Aquinas High School, he enlisted in the Marine Corp serving until 1946. He was thrilled to participate in an Honor Flight to Washington...

Apr 27, 2021

Mary Margaret “Mae” Dunn, age 15, passed away peacefully in the hospital after a procedure on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.  Mae, a true warrior, fought a fierce battle against Ewing’s sarcoma cancer for 14 months. Born on November 6, 2005, Mae was sweet, kind, and lovable from the very beginning.  Friendly and inclusive of everyone and anyone, Mae truly...

Apr 26, 2021

Duane W. Manthe, 81, died suddenly on April 26, 2021 at Manistique, Michigan. He was a retired brew master with Stroh Brewing Company. He is survived by his brother Roland (Lynn), sister Jean (Gerald) Pauli and sister- in- law Oki Manthe. He was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Irene Manthe and brother Lawrence “Larry”....

Apr 26, 2021

Mary Margaret Sweeney, age 71, of Madison, passed away on April 26, 2021 at Agrace Hospice.  She was born on June 28, 1949 in Madison, Wisconsin to the late John W. and M. Josephine Sweeney.    Mary attended Wisconsin School for the Visually Handicapped in Janesville and worked in food service at several Madison area restaurants.

Mary is...

Apr 25, 2021

Ruth E. Erickson, age 94, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at Evansville Manor.  She was born in Edgerton in 1926, the daughter of Alfred and Emma Osterberg.  Ruth graduated from Edgerton High School in 1943.  On October 7, 1945 she married Sidney Erickson.  Ruth loved to cook and always had something special for family and friends.  She...

Apr 24, 2021

MADISON - Helen K. Smith died on April 24, 2021, at Agrace Hospice.  She was born July 19, 1924 to Reverend Lars and Amanda Nesvig in Stoughton, Wisconsin, and her life was imbued with pride in their heritage as Norwegian immigrants.  She graduated from Stoughton High School and received a B.S. in Home Economics from UW-Madison, finishing first in...

Apr 23, 2021

David Fredric Zoerb, 74, died suddenly on April 23, 2021 at UW Hospital following complications from heart surgery.

A beloved husband, father and grandfather, he grew up in Kiel, Wisconsin and never lost his love for the “small town in mass society.” He graduated from Wayland Academy High School and the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s College of Agricultural...

Apr 23, 2021

Evelyn “Evie” (Tomaselli) Tetzlaff, age 92, of Reedsburg/Baraboo passed away on Friday, April 23, 2021, the 72nd anniversary to her loving husband, Byron A. Tetzlaff.  She was born to Angelo and Angelina (Brescia) Tomaselli on March 21, 1929.

Evelyn proudly worked for the State of Wisconsin in various capacities, the last of which was with the Dept....

Apr 22, 2021

MADISON - On April 22, 2021, Alice Ann Beckner passed away peacefully at age 87 after a brief illness. Known as "Sug" to family and friends, she was a Southern lady with a passion for sharing her faith and spent her life caring for others.

Alice Ann is predeceased by her husband, Dale Beckner; her brother, Clarence...

Apr 21, 2021

Madison - Jim Holmquist passed away Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at Meriter Hospital in Madison after a short battle with cancer. He was 67 years old.

He was born to William and Lorraine Holmquist in Ladysmith, Wisconsin on August 2, 1953. He grew up enjoying what life had to offer in northern Wisconsin. After graduating Ladysmith High...

Apr 20, 2021

MCFARLAND/ALBANY/BATAVIA, IL--Trudy MacLaren, age 89, passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, holding the hand of her daughter, Sally. Trudy was born on December 30, 1931 in Pontiac, Michigan to Cloyd and Alice Houts. She grew up with two sisters, Mary and Barbara, and one brother, David. Trudy met and married David Dyer MacLaren on June 23,...

Apr 20, 2021

Madison- Kurt Kranz, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021.

Private services were held.

Kurt’s family would like to thank all his friends for their support and kindness as well as the medical staff for their care during the last phase of his life.

Cress Funeral & Cremation Services

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Apr 20, 2021

MARSHALL/BOYD-- Theresa A. Johnson, age 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 surrounded by her family.  She was born on April 18, 1941 in Stanley, WI to Alfred and Frances (Weigel) Seichter.  Theresa married Lawrence Johnson April 30, 1960 in Boyd, Wisconsin, and he preceded her in death July of 1998.

Theresa often spent her...

Apr 19, 2021

Phyllis Marie (Clemens) Hellenbrand, age 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 19, 2021. Phyllis was born on March 20, 1931 to the late Herman & Verli (Madigan) Clemens. Born and raised in Dane. After meeting the love of her life at, Art Hellenbrand at a wedding dance, they later married on May 16, 1950. Together they raised four...

Apr 18, 2021

Barbara Florence Adler passed away peacefully on Sunday April 18, 2021 at Chamomile Assisted Living in Madison. She was born on May 23, 1925 to Clarence and Retta Munns.

Barb grew up in Fennimore, WI and graduated from Fennimore High School where her lifelong love of reading and learning were fostered. Barb moved to Waunakee where she...

Apr 18, 2021

MADISON - Timothy “Tim” Scott Holt passed away on April 18, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.  Tim was a beacon of strength and perseverance battling cancer for more than 20 years.  He never gave up, never felt sorry for himself, and always put his family first throughout his struggle even in the face of a devastating diagnosis.  He...

Apr 17, 2021

On the morning of April 17th, 2021 our beloved Barbara Louise Austin went to dwell in the house of the Lord, to be with her savior Jesus Christ.

Barbara was born Barbara Louise Swenson, on February 3, 1934 in Stoughton, Wisconsin.  She was a member of Covenant Lutheran Church in Stoughton where she loved teaching Sunday school...