Obituary: A. Evelyn "Evie" Ritchie - Class of 1933

MADISON [Wisconsin] - A. Evelyn "Evie" Ritchie, age 86, died after a long illness at Meriter Health Care Center on Monday, December 31, 2001. She was born July 27, 1915, in Madison, to John and Anna (Dienberg) Boyle. She graduated from Central High School and was a member of St. Raphael Cathedral, Moose Lodge, Eagles, Elks, American Legion, and the VFW. Evie is survived by a nephew, Michael Boyle of Spokane, Wash.; many great nieces and nephews and special friends; especially two dear friends, Lolita Jordan and Alice Speth, both of Madison; sister-in-law, Ruth Boyle of Madison; and a goddaughter, Janice Kuehl of Helenville. She is preceded in death by her parents, and five brothers, Kenneth, William, Vern, Jack and Ted Boyle; a sister, Vera Zeloff; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. RAPHAEL CATHEDRAL, 222 West Main St., at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, January 4, 2002. Father Douglas Dushack will officiate. Burial will be held at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will be at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 North Sherman Ave., on Thursday, January 3, 2002, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. Friends may call again on Friday, at the church from 9:00 a.m. until time of services. In life Evie was always most gracious and loving, generously giving of herself to her family, friends and everyone she met. No one was a stranger to Evie for long. She willingly offered a heart-warming smile and helping hand to everyone in her life. The family wishes to thank the wonderful staff at Meriter Health Center. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Salvation Army or St. Raphael Cathedral. Ryan Funeral Home 2418 North Sherman Ave. 608-249-8257 www.ryanfuneralservice.com

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on January 2, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Note: Evelyn (Boyle) Ritchie's class year is based on information in the 1933 Orange and Black yearbook, which has her senior photo in the section on June graduates.

Obituary: Rosaline Tough - Class of 1920

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Rosalind Tough, age 98, died at a local hospital on Monday, Dec. 31, 2001. Miss Tough was born on Jan. 27, 1903, in Dundee. Scotland, and came to the United States with her family in 1912. She attended schools in Madison and graduated from Madison Central High School in 1920. Miss Tough received a B.A. degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1924, and a M.A. degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1925. She earned her Ph.D. degree in economics, with specialization in urbanism and housing, from Northwestern University in 1933. Following graduation she served as an associate economics analyst with the Federal Emergency Relief Administration in Washington, D.C. She joined the faculty of Hunter College in New York City in 1934 and continued until her retirement as emeritus professor in 1973. Through her academic career she was a member of a number of professional and honorary organizations. In Madison she belonged to the Bascom Hill Society and the Dickens Fellowship. She continued her educational pursuits when she audited 23 courses at the University of Wisconsin between 1984 and 1992. She is survived by her cousins, Barbara Haddon (Gordon) Johnsen of Madison; Janet (Haddon) Hoffmann of Lake Oswego, Ore.; and her cousin's wife, Audrey (Schumaker) Haddon of Bakersfield, Calif. She was predeceased by her father and mother, Edward and Jessie (Haddon) Tough; her sister, Evelyn (John) Crowe; her nephew, 1st Lt. Douglas Crowe, who lost his life in Vietnam in 1968; and her cousin, Douglas Haddon. Appreciation is extended to the staff of the Meriter Health Center and Interim Healthcare for the fine care Rosalind received from 1955 through 2001. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002, at 10:30 a.m. at the ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL, 601 E. Broadway, Monona, with the Rev. Paul D. Johnsen officiating. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on January 1, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: William Harold Ferris, Sr.

MADISON [Wisconsin] - William Harold Ferris Sr., age 92, died peacefully at Oakwood Village on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2001. He was born on Sept. 26, 1909, in Madison, the son of Albert Eugene Ferris and Mary Isabel (Butler) Ferris. Bill married Margaret Arline Parkin on Dec. 21, 1935. Bill graduated from Longfellow School, Madison Central High School, and the University of Wisconsin School of Electrical Engineering in Madison. He worked for Madison Gas and Electric and Kennedy Dairy prior to joining Wisconsin Power and Light Company in 1937. He retired as senior vice president in 1974 after more than 37 years with the utility. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a radar maintenance officer on the U.S.S. Chenango. He was a registered professional engineer and was active in numerous civic, community and industry activities, including the Golden K Kiwanis. He was a charter member of Heritage Congregational Church. Bill was active in amateur athletics at Madison Central High School, Kennedy Dairy and the UW-Madison. He was an avid golfer and was a member of Nakoma Golf Club for more than 25 years. Survivors include his four daughters, Gwen (Jerry) Splinter of Adams-Friendship, Susan (Jerry) Carter of Madison. Sally (Glenn) Kirsch of New Hampshire, and Mary (Ron) Ruble of Oregon, Wis.; a son, Tom Ferris (LeAnne Puntney) of Madison; a brother, Robert Gregory (Jerrie) Ferris of Virginia; 10 grandchildren, Jerry (Jackie) Splinter Jr. of Milton, Debra (J.R.) Brimmer of Sun Prairie, Pam (Jeff) Johnson of North Freedom, Kristin Carter (Dan) Eschrich of Illinois, Rick (Kelli) Carter of Illinois, Krista Kisch of Texas, Michael Kisch of California, Bob Ferris of Madison, Mike Ferris (Linda Czar) of New Berlin, and Tricia Ferris of Madison; 14 great-grandchildren; two daughters-in-law, Connie Ferris (John) Bailey and Aileen Ferris, both of Madison; a special friend, Beatrice David of Madison; and a cousin, John (Jinny) Butler of Madison; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret; a son, William H. Ferris Jr. (former Dane County sheriff); his parents; and two brothers, Raymond (Fern) Ferris and Stanley (Jane) Ferris. The family wants to thank a special friend, Jack Zwettler; Lisa Boehlke and the other caregivers at Hospice; the physicians at UW Health; and the caregivers at Oakwood for all their help to Bill and his family during his illness. Please join the family at HERITAGE CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 3102 Prairie Road, Madison, on Friday, Dec. 21, 2001, at 11 a.m. in a service of celebration. Following the service there will be a gathering of family and friends at the church. A lunch will be served. Burial will be in the Protestant Cemetery, Mazomanie, following lunch. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials in Bill's name to Heritage Congregational Church, HospiceCare or the Oakwood Foundation. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on December 20, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Harold E. "Jake" Jacobson

PLANTATION, FLA. - Harold E. "Jake" Jacobson, age 91, of Plantation, Fla., died Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001. He was born March 16, 1910, in Racine, Wis. He attended Madison Central High School and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Jake was a speed skater and proudly held the Madison city championship for three years in his high school and college years. Jake traveled the world while serving in the Merchant Marines during World War II and traveled the U.S. during the Great Depression. He settled in Madison, where he worked for Mautz Paint for more than 40 years. On Feb. 7, 1948, he married his lifelong love, Hazel Eken, who preceded him death June 29, 1988. They had two daughters, Dyanne Van Den Heuvel (Dennis) and Gail Krinsky (Keith); and four beloved grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Zachery Van Den Heuvel, and Brooke and Adam Krinsky. Jake was a talented artist who created beautiful carved ducks and songbirds. He will be remembered for his patience, his devotion to family and his quiet, easy going disposition. Burial will be Thursday, Dec. 27, 2001, at noon at FOREST HILL CEMETERY, Madison. Arrangements are by T.M. Ralph Plantation Funeral Home. (954) 587-6888

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on December 18, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Kenneth G. Lutterman - Class of 1947

POTOMAC, MD. - Kenneth G. Lutterman, age 72, of Potomac, Md., died unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2001, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Born in Blackhawk, Wis., he moved to Madison with his family in 1942. He was a 1947 graduate of Madison Central High School. He received his B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. In 1952 he married Jean Leonard, whom he met at the campus Lutheran Student Association while she was working on a graduate degree in piano performance. After teaching at St. Olaf College, he returned to UW as a postdoctoral fellow in 1962, and afterwards held an appointment as an assistant professor of sociology at the university. In 1968 he joined the staff of the National Institute of Mental Health and had a distinguished career during his 31 years of service there. He was an associate director of services and intervention research, and he was well known for his advocacy of social work research. He was also noted for making research opportunities available to benefit minority populations, and he was dedicated to efforts to provide better services for the people of South Africa, who had suffered under apartheid. His many honors include the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Public Health Association and the CSWE President's Award for contributions to the development of research in social work. After his retirement from NIMH in 1999, he became assistant dean for research at the School of Social Work at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. He is survived by his wife, Jean; daughter, Ann Lutterman-Aguilar (German) of Cuernavaca, Mexico; and sons, John of El Cerrito, Calif., Ted (Susan) of Potomac, Md., and Mark (Sharon) of Minneapolis, Minn. Donations in his memory may be sent to the Ken Lutterman scholarship fund at the University of Michigan School of Social Work, 1080 S. University Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48109, or to the Amy Biehl Foundation (to support its work in South Africa), PO Box 14, La Quinta, CA 92253. Friends may send notes to Jean Lutterman, 8103 Inverness Ridge Road, Potomac, MD 20853.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on December 16, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Max Joseph Victor

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Max Joseph Victor, age 82, a native Madisonian, passed peacefully Thursday, Dec. 13, 2001, surrounded by his family, at Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center. Max was born Feb. 22, 1919, the son of Isadore and Miriam Victor, one of four children, Nathan, Lee, and the late Meyer Victor. He was the beloved husband of Marge (Millard) Victor since Jan. 16, 1946, until forever; father of Lynn Hegge, Bruce (Debbie) Victor, Jonathan (Carrie) Victor, and Sandy (Dan) Wasilewski; grandfather of Rhonda Check, Mark Hegge, Adam and Ryan Victor, Carson Victor, Madison Silverman and Mela Wasilewski; and great-grandfather of five. As a student at Madison Central High School and the University of Wisconsin, Max began building relationships in the community which will endure always and span as many as four generations. A friend to all and a leader by nature, he served his country with the United States Air Force from 1942 to 1948. After returning from his station in Alaska during World War II as a technical sergeant, Max returned home to Madison. In 1958, Max and Marge opened, owned, and operated the "Roman Inn," an institution on Park Street for many years. A senior supervisor with the state of Wisconsin Department of Revenue, Max retired with the governors special recognition and commendation. A "people person" by nature, his retirement didn't last longer than a few years, and he found himself as one of Sam's Club's first employees. Shortly thereafter he recruited Marge to join him on the Sam's Club staff, where they could spend both their days and their nights, together. Services will be held Friday, Dec. 14, 2001, at 11 a.m. at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road. Friends may greet the family Friday from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Don and Marilyn Anderson HospiceCare Center, 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711. We know we speak for many lives touched. We thought of you with love today But that is nothing new We thought about you yesterday, And the day before that, too. We think of you in silence And we often speak your name. All we have are our 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 keep you in our heart. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on December 14, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary" Walter F. "Rick" Shore, Jr. - Class of 1963

DE SOTO/MADISON [Wisconsin] - Walter F. "Rick" Shore Jr., died on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001, as the result of a hunting accident. Rick was born in Madison on March 20, 1945, the son of Walter F. and Alice C. (Sims) Shore Sr. He graduated from Madison Central High School in 1963, and joined the Marine Corps the next year. Rick was a decorated veteran of two tours of duty in Viet Nam. On Nov. 9, 1968, he married Yvonne Lorraine Hagen. Yvonne and Rick had one daughter, Robyn Shore. Rick joined the Madison Police Department in 1969. He graduated from Madison Business College and earned his Master's degree from Upper Iowa University. In addition to his service with the Marines, Rick was a member of the Army Reserves. He was a life member of the De Soto VFW Post 8123, and was elected as District 3 Commander this past spring. Rick was currently employed at Wichelt Imports in LaCrosse. Rick was an avid outdoorsman and hunter. He loved the woods and the wild life around the home that he and his father built in rural Vernon County, and he enjoyed sharing Potch-Chee-Nunk with family and friends. Rick is survived by his daughter, Robyn of Madison; a sister, Sally (Michael) Armbrust of Madison; three nephews, Timothy (Janna) Kohl of Madison, Thomas Kohl of Sun Prairie, and Christopher Kohl of Middleton; two aunts, Mrs. Glenn Pfisterer of Brodhead, and Kathryn (Mel) Beduhn of Spokane, Wash.; four great-nephews; two great-nieces; former wives, Yvonne Shore and Cindy McGinnis; and numerous cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his father in May of 1993; and his mother in May of 2001. A memorial visitation will be held from 3 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. with the memorial service beginning at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001, at FITCH LAWRENCE SANFILLIPPO CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 6021 University Avenue, Madison, with the Reverend Glen Reichelderfer presiding. A second memorial service will be held at the NEW HOPE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, Hwy. 82, De Soto, Wis., on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2001, at 1:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to the De Soto VFW Post 8123, De Soto, WI, 54624

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on November 20, 2001; submitted by Michale Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Morris A. Phillips

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Morris A. Phillips, 68, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Nov. 1, 2001, in a Madison hospital. Morris was born on May 21, 1933, in Milwaukee, to Albert and Esther Phillips. He grew up in Shorewood Hills, graduated from Madison Central High School, and attended Texas A&M University. He is survived by a sister-in-law, Marta Phillips of Lima, Peru; cousins, Enola Borgh of Wauwatosa, Alan Borgh of Wauwatosa, Karin Borgh of Milwaukee, Ellen Olinger of Oostburg, Paul Brandt of Boscobel, and Neal Brandt of Basking Ridge, N.J.; cousins-in-law, Irma Brandt of Wauwatosa, Bill Christofferson of Milwaukee, Karl Olinger of Oostburg, Colby Christofferson of Los Angeles and Molly Christofferson of Milwaukee. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, David. We will gather to celebrate Morris' life at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 8, at the ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK mausoleum chapel, 601 E. Broadway, Monona, with the Reverend Cynthia Ganzkow-Wold and the Reverend Stan Klyve officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Luke's Lutheran Church, Middleton; the Meriter Foundation; Wisconsin Public Radio; or the charity of your choice. SCHROEDER-CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 E. Washington Ave., is assisting the family with arrangements. Morris was truly loved and will be greatly missed. The family wishes to deeply thank the kind and caring people in the community who made it possible for Morris to live the way he wanted to live. You know who you are!

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on November 4, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Geraldine R. "Gerry" (Reynolds) Annen - Class of 1931

MADISON [Wisconsin] /LEESBURG, FLA. Geraldine R. "Gerry" Annen, age 89, died on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2001. She was born Aug. 4, 1912, in London, Wis., to Alexander and Elsie (Liebonow) Reynolds. Gerry graduated from Madison Central High School in 1931. She married Herbert Annen. Gerry was a member of St. Bernard Catholic Church, Madison and Knights of Columbus Women's Auxiliary. She is survived by her son, James (Arlene) Annen of Summerfield, Fla.; her daughter, Alice (Donald) Schmitt of Fuquay-Varinia, N.C.; five grandchildren, Mary Christofferson of Fuquay-Varinia, N.C., Mark Schmitt of Madison, Chris Schmitt of Madison, Kathy Kratochwill of Madison and Bob Schmitt of Wauwatosa; and 11 great-grandchildren. Gerry was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert and her parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison, at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 5, 2001, with Monsignor Michael Hippee presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park, at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2001. Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Dr. 608-221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on November 4, 1002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Sadie M. (Matson) Herr

MONONA [Wisconsin] - Sadie M. Herr, age 95, of Monona, died on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2001, at St. Marys Health Care Center. She was born on Nov. 17, 1905, in Terraville, S.D., the daughter of William and Rose (Niva) Matson. She graduated from Madison Central High School. She married Oliver Herr on Nov. 17, 1926, then moved to Monona on Gordon Avenue in 1936, and resided there until 2001. Sadie joined the Army Nurse Corps during World War II, serving in France. After the war she was employed as a registered anesthetist at Madison General, St. Marys and Methodist hospitals for many years, retiring in 1960. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church since 1936, the Daughters of Trinity, Trinity Keenagers as a charter member, Business and Professional Women's Club, and a former member of the VFW on Lakeside Street. Sadie is survived by her nephew, Larry (Jean) Matson; and a niece, Loretta Paynter, both of Detroit, Mich.; special friends, Solvieg Sorenson of Madison, and Barb and Noel Johnson of Cottage Grove; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver, in May 1941; mother and stepfather, Rose and Charlie Johnson; father, William Matson, in 1911; and a brother, Raymond Matson. Funeral services will be held at TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, 1904 Winnebago St., at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2001. The Rev. William Berg will preside. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Family and friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church. Family and friends wish to thank the staff of St. Marys Health Care Center for the care shown to Sadie. Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on November 1, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)