Obituary: William A. Goeden - Class of 1942

MADISON - William A. Goeden, age 88, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. Bill was born on Oct. 15, 1924, in Madison to Andrew and Grace (McGowen). He served in the U.S. Army in both the European and Pacific theaters of World War II. Bill married Lorraine Palzkill on Sept. 11, 1948. He graduated from the UW-Madison with a degree in economics. Bill was a long time proprietor of Goeden's Seafood on University Ave. He was a member of the First Badger Honor Flight out of Madison, K-C 531, VFW, DAV and a VA Hospital volunteer for 17 years. Bill enjoyed camping and was a founding member of the QP Campers and loved to travel. Bill was loved and will be truly missed by all the lives he touched. Bill is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lorraine; children, Christine (Jerry) Helding, Timothy, Mary (Randy Cameron) and Michael (Kerrie); grandchildren, Will (Sarah), Alissa (Adam), Sydney, Emery and Ellis; great-grandchildren, Aniyah and Armin. He is further survived by other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Robert and Marquerite; and daughter-in-law, Connie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 401 S. Owen Dr., Madison, at 11 a.m., on Friday, Sept. 27, 2013, with Monsignor Kenneth Fiedler officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 10 a.m. until time of Mass on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Badger Honor Flight, Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School Endowment Fund, or the VA Hospital's Food Program for Veterans. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

 Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on September 22, 2013. Submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968) 

William Goeden's class year is based on a list of 1942 graduates published in the Wisconsin State Journal on June 12, 1942.

Obituary: Nicholas "Pops" Gandolph (Gandolpho) - Class of 1942

MADISON - Nicholas "Pops" Gandolph (Gandolfo), age 89. On Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, Nick decided it was time to move on to a better place. Nick was going to do it his way. He was born on Aug. 16, 1923, to Sicilian immigrants Guiseppe and Giacoma (Greco) Gandolfo. Nick was one of eight siblings. After his mother died when he was three, he was raised and cared for by his devoted sisters who were dedicated to keeping the "famiglia" together and out of the orphanage. Nick grew up in the Greenbush, and as a young boy, he learned to collect coal along the railroad tracks that was used to warm the family's stove. Nick loved the "Bush." Brittingham Park was his favorite place, and he attended Doty School. A graduate of Central High School in 1942, Nick was a superior athlete. He lettered in football, basketball, and track. Right after high school, he answered the call of duty to serve his country. Being too young to enlist, his sister had to sign off for him. Nick fought in World War II in the Pacific Theatre. On Jan. 31, 1951 (the coldest day ever recorded in Madison), he married his sweetheart Dorothy Donna Klein. As a military wife, Dorothy enjoyed traveling from base to base with their young children. Nick went on to have a long, distinguished military and reserve career, retiring with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. Nick was proud to serve his country. Following his service, he worked many years as a social worker for Dane County. Immediately after his retirement in 1989, Nick was off to the Peace Corps to volunteer in Jamaica. Nick was a life-long member of the Italian Workman's Club, where he devoted many years to bettering the Italian Community. Nick was also a member of the VFW, the DAV, and the American Legion. In the military, Nick was a paratroop diver. In real life, he was a passionate "Dumpster Diver" and curb hunter. He enjoyed spending time with his family and attending many social "appointments." Nick also enjoyed riding his bicycle all over the city. That man loved his bike! He is survived by his loving wife, Dorothy of 62 years; children, Nick Greco, Tony Gandolfo (Jacalyn nee Piazza), his precious daughter Karen Lee Myers, Steve Leonardo, and Vince Vito; grandchildren, Jovita Gandolfo (David Brody), Gina Gandolfo, Joseph and Lucas Myers; great-grandchildren, Ayla and Eja Gandolfo-Brody; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by Ma and Pa; his sisters, Elizabeth, Rose, Jeannine, and Victoria; his brothers, Joseph, Leonardo, and Phillip. At Nick's request, there will be no memorials or visitations; he wished for no cards or flowers. Over the years, people can become forgetful. Not Nick. He never forgot where he came from, or how he got there. And, he knows right where he's going. So, Nicolo-Sugar-Pops-Nono-Grandpa: "Arrivederci." Don't look back.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on March 3, 2013. Submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Catherine "Katie" Endres Spangler Wagner - Class of 1942

SUN PRAIRIE - Catherine "Katie" Endres Spangler Wagner, age 88, died on April 4, 2012, at the Prairie Gardens Assisted Living Facility. Katie was born on March 1, 1924, in Cross Plains, the daughter of Michael and Gertrude (Boehnen) Endres. After graduation from Madison Central High School in 1942, she married Paul Spangler on Jan. 4, 1944. Paul passed away in 1972. She later married Francis Wagner on Sept. 7, 1973. Katie worked as the deli/bakery manager for many years at Sentry Foods and as a waitress for more than 20 years at Herremann's Restaurant and Supper Club. She was a founding member of St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. Katie's greatest accomplishment, however, was her family. Katie enjoyed playing cards, especially euchre, bingo, gaming, bowling and especially spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Katie is survived by her husband, Francis of Sun Prairie; five children, Pauline (Bill) Wentland of Windsor, Gloria (Mike) McCann of Ft. Wayne, Ind., Mary Kay (Jim) Robinson of Fairport, N.Y., Richard (Lisa) Spangler of Stoughton, and Lois (Bob) Frank of Steamboat Springs, Colo.; 11 grandchildren, George, Jackie, Mark, Tom, Doug, Paul, Bryan, Katie, Nikki, Mackenzie and Scott; 18 great-grandchildren; a brother, Michael (Anne) Endres of Sun Prairie; two brothers-in-law, Wesley Gest of DeForest, and Peter Broome of Houston, Texas; four sisters-in-law, Mildred Krull of Lake Mills, Mary Grinsteiner of Kimberly, Genevieve (Dick) Halvorson of Madison, and Barb Endres of Monona; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Katie was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Paul Spangler; a grandson, Randy Wentland; five sisters; and three brothers. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed in Katie's memory to St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2420 St. Albert the Great Drive, Sun Prairie on Wednesday, April 11, 2012, at 11 a.m. A visitation will be held at the CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie on Tuesday, April 10, 2012, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and also at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. Inurnment will be held at Sun Prairie Memory Gardens at 1:45 p.m. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Prairie Gardens Assisted Living Facility and the staff of Agrace HospiceCare for all the care and love they gave to Katie. Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on April 8, 2012. Submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968).

Obituary: Josephine Marie (DiLorenzo) Scheel - Class of 1942

MADISON - Josephine Marie (DiLorenzo) Scheel, age 88, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on Wednesday, March 14, 2012, having suffered from Alzheimer’s.

She was born on Oct. 8, 1923, in Madison, the daughter of Angelo and Anna (Trapino) DiLorenzo. Josephine graduated from Madison Central High School in 1942. She graduated from beauty school in 1944. Josephine married Floyd (Doc) Scheel on May 22, 1948. She opened Jo’s Beauty Salon on Sept. 9, 1958, and operated it until 2005. Josephine’s granddaughter, Reanna has recently reopened the salon renaming it Reanna’s Salona. Josephine was the president of the Wisconsin Hairdresser Association in 1960. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico with her husband, to Italy to visit family, and to the many hair shows all over the country. Josephine also enjoyed playing blackjack at Ho-Chunk Casino. Jo was a trend setter ahead of her time. Her family was always her number one priority from the beginning, raising her children while working from the Beauty Shop in her home, an accomplishment her children and grandchildren will forever be grateful for. Jo was a strong feisty wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and relative never to be forgotten. She carried herself with grace and charm quietly adding a loving touch to all she did. She made her mark in this world and is now continuing on in the next. We will miss her style and laughter. We Love You!

She is survived by her husband, Floyd (Doc) with whom she had a long love affair of 63 years; daughter, Sherry Nelson; son, Greg Scheel; grandchildren, Shawn (Kristi) Doyle, Shane (Lynne) Doyle, and Reanna Nelson; great-grandchildren, Aaron, Hannah, Jack and Simon Doyle; sister-in-law, Phyllis Coaty; and brother-in-law, Robert Scheel. She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Rodney Scheel in 1990; grandson, Tyler Nelson in 2005; two brothers, Vincent (Jimmy) and Anthony (Tony); two sisters, Virginia Voigt and Rose Cardy; and brother-in-law, Ken Scheel.

A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., with a time to share memories at 5:45 p.m., on Saturday, March 24, 2012. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rodney Scheel House, 2815 Hauk Street, Madison, WI. 53704. A special thank you to Agrace HospiceCare.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on March 21, 2012. Submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968).

Obituary: Jean A. (Conner) Carow - Class of 1942

MADISON - Jean A. Carow, age 87, of Madison, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011, at Meriter Hospital.

She was born April 24, 1924, in Madison, the daughter of the late Floyd and Sarah "Sally" (McNulty) Conner. She was married Sept. 6, 1945, to William A. Carow and they have enjoyed almost 66 years together. Jean was a sweet and gentle person who never had an unkind word for anyone. She was a wonderful friend and mother and will be deeply missed.

Jean is survived by her husband of 65 years, William A. Carow; four children, Michael (Gloria) Carow, Linda (Bryan) Thompson, Thomas (Terri) Carow and Katie (Mark) Traver; 10 grandchildren, Christine, Tom, Lori, Melanie, Jill, Annie, Paul, Joey, Sarah and Heather; nine great-grandchildren; and her brother, Roger Conner.

We are grateful to the Verona Police and Fire Department first responders, who were so kind, Four Winds Lodge for their kind and compassionate care and Meriter ICU staff for their loving care of our mother in her last days.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at 11 a.m. at OUR LADY QUEEN OF PEACE CATHOLIC CHURCH, 401 Owen Drive with Monsignor Kenneth Fiedler presiding. Burial will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011, from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 5701 Odana Road and again on Friday at church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass.

Memorials may be directed to Dane County Red Cross or Second Harvest Food Bank in Jean's name.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 24, 2011 (submitted by Michael Vahldieck, Class of 1968)

Note: Jeanne (Conner) Carow's class year is based on a list of Central High School Class of 1942 graduates published on page 4 of the Wisconsin State Journal on June 12, 1942)

Obituary: Mary Ellen (Stone) Flatman - Class of 1942

MADISON - Mary Ellen Flatman, age 87, died peacefully on Friday, Aug. 19, 2011, at Oak Park Place.

She was born on July 31, 1924, in Madison, the daughter of Evans and Bridget (McKinley) Stone. She graduated from Central High School in 1942. After graduation, she attended UW-Madison. She was united in marriage to George H. Flatman in 1948 at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. She worked for the University of Wisconsin-Madison for many years in the sociology department and botony department at Birge Hall. After retirement, she volunteered at Meriter Hospital.

Mary Ellen enjoyed golfing with friends from the UW, gardening, cross country skiing, biking and camping. She was also a huge Badgers hockey fan and member of the Blue Line Club.
She is survived by her husband, George; children, George (Barbara) Flatman, Therese (Paul) Hesse and John (Kris) Flatman; six grandchildren, Gregory (Wendy Newby) and Brian (Norma Jean) Flatman, Eric and Kari Hesse and Sean and Cory Flatman; great-granddaughter, Madison Flatman; and brother, Patrick Kleinheinz.

She was preceded in death by her parents; eight siblings; and nine aunts and uncles.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2011, at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., with Monsignor Michael Hippee officiating. Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., and also from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass on Tuesday at the church. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staffs at Oak Park Place and HospiceCare, Inc.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the St. Vincent de Paul Society.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 21, 2011 (submitted by Michael Vahldieck, Class of 1968)

Mary (Vaughn) Montgomery - Class of 1942

MADISON - Mary Montgomery, age 85, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2009, after a 17-year battle against cancer. She was born Sept. 8, 1924, in Madison, to Adeline Hilgers Vaughn and John W. Vaughn. She attended Holy Redeemer Grade School and Central High School, graduating in 1942. Mary worked for the Bell Telephone Company as an operator, instructor and supervisor from 1942 to 1948. Mary married Baines T. Montgomery on April 9, 1948, in Louisville, Ky. They moved back to Madison in 1950. After their children were grown, she worked at Woolworth's part-time from 1976 until they closed the East Madison Shopping Center location. Mary was a lifetime member of VFW Ladies Auxiliary 8483, where she fried fish for Friday night fish fries and made omelets for Sunday breakfast for many years. She was also a member of the American Legion Post Ladies Auxiliary 481. Mary also volunteered at St. Mary's Hospital and baked chocolate chip cookies at Luke House. Her grandchildren were often recipients of her cookies, apple and pumpkin pies whenever requested. She enjoyed bowling for years with the Tuesday Morning Sunshine League and Friday Morning Senior League, as well as an avid bingo player. She is survived by her children, David (Lynn), Robert (Carolyn) of Madison, John (Mary Giemza) of Milton, and Frances (Scott) Petersen of Marshall; and six grandchildren, Geoffrey, James Montgomery, Matthew (Crystal) and Christopher Petersen, and Michael and Elizabeth Montgomery. She is also survived by her brother, John Paul (Donna) Vaughn; sisters-in-law, Maria (Gene) Bottoms and Louise Poe; special and dearly loved cousins, Kathleen Hilgers, Frank (Ruth) Haberland and Martin Haberland; many other nieces and nephews; and her dearest friend of a lifetime, Joan Severa. Mary was preceded in death by Baines, her loving husband of 61 years. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2009. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., with a 6 p.m. pass and review by the VFW Ladies Auxiliary 8483 on Friday, Oct. 23, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Ellen and Peter Johnson HospiceCare Center. The family wishes to thank Dr. Prendergast, the staff at St. Mary's Hospital, and the Ellen and Peter Johnson HospiceCare Center. Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on October 22, 2009

Obituary: Virginia Caravello - Class of 1942

MADISON- Virginia Caravello, age 86, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2008, at Belmont Nursing Home after a short battle with ovarian cancer. She was born in Milwaukee on May 27, 1922, and lived her early life on W. Dayton St. in Madison and her last 20 years at the Capitol Center, also on W. Dayton St. She graduated from St. Raphael's Elementary School in 1938 and Central High School in 1942. She was married to Stephan J. Caravello in 1945 and together they owned and managed several restaurants, most famous being Chicken on Wheels (the first restaurant to offer food delivery in Madison) and the Soupcon Restaurant on King St. Virginia later worked at and retired from St. Mary's Hospital. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, the Degree of Honor and was a volunteer at Meriter Hospital for eight years. Virginia loved people and was a "mother" to many. Everyone was always welcome in her home. She loved to make a meal for many out of nothing, just like her mother did. She is survived by her daughter, Rosemary and son-in-law Robert Lenzer; sister-in-law, Virginia Frederick; brother-in-law, Fred Bast; a life long friend, Irene Crabtree; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Virginia was preceded in death by her husband, Stephan; their infant son, Michael Angelo; a sister, Bernadette Bass; a brother, Dallas Frederick; and a dear friend, Pearl Rogg. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2008, at 11:30 a.m. at HOLY REDEAMER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 128 W. Johnson St. in Madison. A visitation will be held at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. Internment will be at a later date. The family wishes to thank Margaret Bass, a special niece who gave so much love and assistance to Virginia, UW Hospital, Belmont Nursing Home and Care Wisconsin.Virginia lived and died with grace and dignity and will be missed by many.Cress Funeral and Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 31, 2008

Josephine Capaci Hagen - Class of 1942

MADISON - Josephine Capaci Hagen, age 82, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 21, 2007, at Swanton House, Madison, after a courageous eight-month battle with a brain tumor. She was a 29-year breast cancer survivor. She was born on July 27, 1925, in Madison, the daughter of Joseph and Leonora (Riolo) Capaci. Josephine was raised in the Greenbush area neighborhood and loved to talk about those days growing up. She was proud of her Albanian heritage and was especially proud to be a first-generation American. Josephine attended Franklin Elementary School and Central High School, graduating in 1942. She went to work at Truax Field for the base quartermaster. She then went to work at Westinghouse, where she met her future brother-in-law, Willard Hagen, who introduced her to his brother, Ernie, her future husband. Josephine was united in marriage to Ernest "Ernie" Hagen on April 20, 1947. She went on to work for Johnson Hearing Aid Center and worked there for almost 20 years. During that time with the Johnson's, she and Ernie raised their two children. After the Johnson's retired, she worked at the V.F.W. State Headquarters for 12 years, retiring in 1989. Josephine then stayed home, caring for Ernie until his death after he suffered a stroke. She was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary, the Order of Amaranth, the Daughters of the Nile and Bashford United Methodist Church. Josephine was a mother of two but a mom to many. She joined the Order of Eastern Star, 283 Starlight Chapter, and became a mother advisor in the Order of Rainbow For Girls, where she became the mom to many teenage girls who many still call her Mom Hagen, even after 30 years. Josephine was a room grandma for Mrs. Wilson's class at Maywood Elementary School, Monona and joined RSVP, where she demonstrated how to use old kitchen utensils to elementary school children in the Madison schools. During her time in Eastern Star, she held numerous positions. She was worthy matron and treasurer many times and held the chair of Grand Ruth and made many friends in her "grand family". Josephine is survived by her daughter, Jean (Greg) Arthur of Madison; grandchildren, Lori (Scott) Gray of McFarland, Kati Arthur of Madison, and Matt Arthur of San Diego, Calif.; five great-grandchildren, Amber, Nicole, Jaime, Kellie and Jenifer; a sister, Sarah Curning; two daughters-in-law, Mary Helmke and Lynn Hagen; niece, Maggie Lourim of Mount Horeb; two nephews, John Curning of Cottage Grove, and Richard Hagen of New Glarus; her dearest friend, Lois Statz; and her companion, Elmo Peterson, who has stuck by her side through health and sickness for 15 years. She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, John Hagen; her parents; two sisters, Mary and Maria; brother, Joe; two brothers-in-law, John Curning Sr. and Willard Hagen; and sister-in-law, Evelyn Hagen. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2007, with the Rev. Francis Deaner presiding. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 26, 2007, and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Jean and her family wishes to thank HospiceCare for their support during the last eight months, and Tina, Tamarah and Tracy of Swanton House Assisted Living for their most professional and loving care of Mom during her final days. Thank you Bob for your commitment to her care during these months. Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on October 24, 2007

Obituary: Dwain "Dick" Helleckson - Class of 1942

MADISON - Dwain "Dick" Helleckson, age 81, died on Thursday, March 30, 2006, at St. Marys Hospital. He was born on April 16, 1924, in Madison, to Theodore and Lillie (Bilse) Helleckson. Dick attended Lincoln Elementary School and graduated from Central High School in 1942. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1942 until 1945 as a C.M.M.M. on the U.S.S. Coffman during World War II. Dick married Ruth Rasmussen on June 25, 1944. He owned Helleckson's Service Station and Helleckson's Liquor. Dick later became a supervisor of the Dane County Parking Ramp, from which he retired. He was a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church and an usher for more than 50 years, and a life member of VFW Post No. 1318. Dick is survived by his wife, Ruth; three children, Linda (Thomas) Junck, Cindy (Robert) Schumacher and Rick (Deborah) Helleckson; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Laurene Meyer and Ruby Hubbard; sisters-in-law, Angie Helleckson, Katie Helleckson and Eileen (Phil) Falkenborg; and a brother-in-law, Gordon (Audrey) Rasmussen. He was preceded in death by his parents; a granddaughter, Cami Lynn Junck; and three brothers, Palmer, Carmen (Clara) and Burnette. Funeral services will be held at the GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2006, with the Rev. Mary Pharmer presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark's Lutheran Church Building Fund, 605 Spruce St., Madison, WI 53715. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on April 2, 2006

Obituary: Elaine Margery (Adams) Boyle - Class of 1942

HEMET, CALIF./ MADISON - Elaine Margery (Adams) Boyle, age 80, born July 1, 1924, in Underwood, N.D., passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, June 19, 2005, in Fountain Valley, Calif., after fighting the debilitating disease of Alzheimer's for more than nine years. She was born the sixth child to Alfred and Edna Adams. The family moved to Madison in 1925. She attended Madison Central High School (Class of '42). She met Jack Boyle at Central (Class of '41) and they eventually married at the end of World War II. In 1953, three years after Jack graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the family moved to Sun Prairie. In 1967, they sold their house and business and moved to Long Beach, Calif. In 1990, they retired and bought a house in Hemet, California. Her loving husband of 53 years preceded her in death in 1998. She was also preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Virgil Adams of Puyallup, Wash.; and three sisters, Evelyn Burton of Stoughton, Doris Welton of Stevens Point and Ruby Schulze of Cottage Grove. She is survived by a sister, Mildred Johnson of Cypress, Calif.; her four children, John (Pam) Boyle of Fullerton, Calif., Susan (Tom) Trani of Fountain Valley, Calif., Sally (George) Monsoor of Garden Grove, Calif., and Kathleen Larson of Costa Mesa, Calif.; an un-officially adopted daughter, Esmeralda (Totoy) Gomez of Norwood, N.J.; "Meldy," a foreign exchange student from the Philippines who lived with the family for the school year 1965-1966; two brothers-in-law, Judd Welton of Stevens Point and Tom Brady of El Segundo, Calif.; a sister-in-law, Lucy Boyle of Nine Mile Falls, Wash.; and many nephews, nieces and cousins. Elaine "Nana" also leaves behind 10 loving grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held Sunday, July 25, 2005, at Rose Hills Memorial Park & Mortuary, 3888 S. Workman Mill Road, Whittier, CA 90601. Elaine will be remembered and dearly missed by all that knew her. She will always be remembered as a beautiful lady and someone that always brought smiles to everyone's face when she entered a room.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 4, 2005

Obituary: Thomas Notes (Nasiopulos) - Class of 1942

MADISON - Thomas G. Notes (Nasiopulos), age 80, died on Friday, Jan. 14, 2005, at St. Marys Care Center in Madison. Thomas, the only child of Greek immigrants, George and Margaret Nasiopulos, was born in Madison on May 20, 1924. He attended Longfellow School and graduated from Central High School in 1942. After graduation he served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific during World War II. When he returned home he worked in the family business, the Coney Island Restaurant on State Street. He married Dena Kiryakakis of Fond du Lac in 1947. It was at this time that the family legally Americanized their last name to Notes. Tom operated the family restaurant until he closed its doors in the mid-sixties and worked as a postal clerk until his retirement. Tom is survived by his daughters, Patricia Notes of Fitchburg and Sandra (Gerry Zingg) Connery of Madison; and grandsons, Matthew Connery of Sun Prairie and Andrew Connery of Madison. He is also survived by his brother-in-law and his family; John Demos; his wife, Susan; and sons, Anthony Demos and Christopher Demos, all of Fond du Lac. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Dena; his parents; in-laws; his brothers-in-law, James and Peter Kiryakakis; and sister-in-law, Eugenia Kiryakakis; who were all very special to him. Visitation will be held from 4:30 p.m. until 7 p.m., with a 6:15 Trisagion, on Monday, Jan. 17, 2005, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2005, at ASSUMPTION GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH, 11 North Seventh Street, Madison, with a visitation one half hour prior to the service. A burial at Forest Hill Cemetery will follow the service. Following the burial a luncheon will be held at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church. Memorials may be made to the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church, The Alzheimer's Association, 517 N. Segoe Road #301, Madison, WI 53705, or a charity of your choice in Tom's memory. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at St. Marys Care Center for the excellent care, concern and love Tom received during his stay. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on January 16, 2005

Obituary: Roy "Dunn" C. Shelton - Class of 1942

MADISON - Roy "Dunn" C. Shelton, age 79, was born March 25, 1924, and went to his eternal resting place Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004. Roy was born and raised in Madison, to the late Annabelle and Roy Shelton Sr. He attended Longfellow Elementary School and graduated from Madison Central High School in 1942. Roy participated in sports especially track and field. Since 1941 Roy had an unbroken record in track and field in long distance running. Roy was best known throughout Madison as an avid bowler. He loved music, especially jazz and loved to dance. Roy worked many years for the state of Wisconsin and retired in 1986. Roy married Vivian Kinsey and from this union six children were born. He later married Thelma Talley Feb. 14, 1980. Roy leaves to cherish his loving wife Thelma; his children, Michael Shelton, Sauk Village, Ill., Sharon Banks, Chicago, Ill., Bonita (Harold) Ferguson Hinsdale, Ill., Lawrence (Ineicer) Shelton, Calumet City, Ill., Judith Shelton, Chicago, Ill., Rita (Alvin) Henderson, Madison, Georgia Underwood, Madison, and Veronica Kelly-Blakley, Chicago, Ill.; 20 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; mother-in-law, Corrie Talley, Spartanburg, S.C.; sisters-in-law, Margaret McIntyre, Madison, and Carol Talley, Spartanburg, S.C.; many nieces and nephews; his lifelong friend, Charles Collins, Madison; a special adopted son, Ronald Smith; and a host of other friends. Services will be held at noon Monday, Jan. 12, 2004, at MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH, 2019 Fisher St. where friends may call from 10 a.m. until time of service. Minister Melva Bishop will officiate and burial will follow in Forest Hill Cemetery. Cress Funeral Service 3325 E. Washington Ave. (608) 249-6666

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on January 11, 2004

Obituary: Phyllis I. Ellis - Class of 1942

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Phyllis I. Ellis, age 78, of Madison, died unexpectedly at her home on Monday, Dec. 23, 2002. She was born on July 3, 1924, in Madison, the daughter of Howard and Laura (Kelly) Ellis. She proudly graduated from Central High School in 1942, and was a technician at Mendota Mental Health Institute as a head of the x-ray department until her retirement in 1986. She was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church. She and Rose enjoyed 39 years at her ;cottage in Harmony Grove, where she made many good friends. Phyllis was an avid bowler and softball player in the Madison area. She enjoyed singing and telling jokes. She also liked the occasional hoopensocker with her friends at the Avenue Bar and the Esquire Club. Phyllis loved life and lived it to the fullest. She is survived by her sister, Patricia (John) Craig of Madison; nieces and nephews, Laurie (Larry) Sokolak of Madison, Cindy Craig of Madison, Danny (Virginia) Craig of Cottage Grove, Amy (Mike) Clark of Sun Prairie, Carrie (Rick) Brownrigg of Lodi, MaryAnn (Dan) Faust of Waunakee, and Mike (Karen) McCarty of Indianapolis; Ind.; many other nieces, nephews; great-nieces, great-nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Frances Younger and Mary Grace Capelle; two brothers, Dick and John Ellis; and her beloved friend, Rosemary McCarty. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 27, 2002, at ST. PETER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5001 N. Sherman Ave., with Father Roger Nilles officiating. Entombment will be at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Friends may call from 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2002, at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., where a rosary will be recited at 6:30 p.m. Friends may call again from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday at the church. In lieu' of flowers, memorials may be made to HospiceCare Inc. or the St. Peter's Catholic Church Music Department. Thanks for being there for us; we love you, "Philly Dilly." You will be dearly missed by all. Ryan Funeral Home 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257

Originally published in The Capital Times on December 25, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Beatrice Jane Smith Wagner - Class of 1942

CEDAR PARK, TEXAS - Beatrice Jane Smith was born on Aug. 12, 1923, in Madison, Wis., to Cora and Erwin Smith. In 1941, her father died leaving Beatrice and her mother to run a rooming house together. She graduated from Central High School in Madison, Wis. in 1942. Her brother, Gordon was lost in Australia briefly in World War II, but Beatrice was able to serve proudly as a USO worker during those difficult times. Beatrice was a avid ballroom dancer at the USO dancing to the Big Band sounds. She worked for a brief time in Chicago at the Lyon and Healy Music Store meeting many recording artists of the time. In 1960, she married John A. Wagner, and became a instant mother to a 4 year old daughter. She raised Michelle as her own with love and devotion. Beatrice worked in retail sales (including 13 years for Pranges Dept. Store in Madison) while Michelle was growing up. In 1984, Beatrice and John moved to Texas. She is survived by her husband of over 41 years, John; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Jim Bittick in Cedar Park; step-daughter, Pat and Henry Fredenberg in Sun Prairie, Wis. and their children; granddaughters, Michelle Fredenberg, Sun Prairie, Wis., Marcy and Bill Grassa and two great-grandsons in St. Cloud, Fla.; and a grandson, Garth also in Wisconsin. Mrs. Wagner is also survived by her sister-in-law and dear friend, Dolores Smith of Madison, Wis. Mrs. Wagner was preceded in death by her parents; an infant twin sister; her brother; and a step-daughter and grandson, Naomi and Scott Fredenberg. Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, March 23, 2002, at BECK FUNERAL HOME, Cedar Park location. Arrangements under the direction of Beck Funeral Home, Cedar Park/Leander (512) 259-1610. Rest well, my dear Mother. May Heaven be full of the Big Band Sound so you may dance and tap your feet to the beat.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on March 17, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: MaryAnne (Dooley) Pressentin - Class of 1942

MONONA [Wisconsin] - MaryAnne Pressentin, affectionately known by many as "Mrs. Prez" or "Grandma Prez," died on Friday, Feb. 22, 2002, in Pompano Beach, Fla. She was born on July 27, 1924, in Chicago, Ill., to Francis Dowdle and Marvel (Ellickson) Dowdle Dooley. She moved to Madison as a child and graduated from Madison Central High School in 1942. She married Donald C. Pressentin on Aug. 25, 1945, in Madison at St. Patrick's Catholic Church. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. MaryAnne was a passionate lady who was dearly loved by everyone who met her. She was known for her engaging smile and the uncanny ability to make everyone she met feel good. She was kind, fun, gentle, and always found good in everyone. Her home was always open to her family and friends and was always a gathering place. She was an avid sports enthusiast always at her grandkid's activities, attending every Badgers home football game, watching all the Packers games, and never missing a professional golf match. In her cache of wonderful memories were the Rose Bowl, the Masters Golf Tournament, and the Ryder Cup. She was a player, always saying, "Yes, let's go!" She loved the great outdoors. She had a passion for the Northwoods of Wisconsin, particularly her beloved Presque Isle Lake where she spent many years. MaryAnne could tell you about the habits of the wildlife, the flowers and plants and birds, and she shared that openly with everyone. She loved her home in Florida, and all the wonderful friends she had there, and all the parties and fun gatherings that were a daily event. She was a sun bunny, permanently tanned! She loved to dance, had a passion for arts, loved to read and her home was always filled with lots of books, especially the big dictionaries that always took Dad and she to the completion of their crossword puzzles. Her most fervent passion was her family. Her husband, "Duck," was her soulmate and love of her life, forever in her heart. Her nine kids to whom she gave unwavering love and acceptance, their spouses, and her 20 grandkids who she adored and celebrated every waking moment ... she made each feel they were the apple of her eye. Maryanne loved babies, children, people, animals, birds, travel, parties, rainbows, music, blue skies, rainy days, sunshine, books, flowers, parades, jokes, Christmas, holidays, and the USA She was a kind, gentle, fun loving, and generous woman who was always aware of the tiny miracles in life; a true testimony to her incredible spirit! She will be missed with heavy hearts but our lives will be filled with the memories of the passionate love Mom had for everyone and everything in her life. She is survived by her children, Cassie and son, Reid, Brad (Shari) and children, Brent, Bryce, and Bridget, Randy (Janie) and children, Christopher, Adam, Haley, and Kim, Becky (Bruce) Mueller and children, Shelby and Peyton, Gary (Michelle) and son, Jeffy, Joe (Kim) and children, Emily, Lauren, and Kevin, and Carrie (John) Murphy and children, Keenan, Bailey, Corban, and Cavanagh; her son-in-law, Terry Fisher and children, Brian and Amber; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, John and Charlotte O'Brien; and a nephew, Tim (Mary Sue) Pressentin. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Donald C. Pressentin; and her children, Suzi Pressentin Fisher, and Jeffrey Pressentin. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at ST. MARIA GORETTI CHURCH, 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 1, 2002, with a luncheon following. A private family burial will be at Resurrection Cemetery. Friends may call at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2002. A memorial fund will be established in her name. Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on February 28, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Benny Kopelberg - Class of 1942

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Benny Kopelberg, age 78, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday morning, Feb. 2, 2002, at the University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison. Benny was born June 5, 1923, in Milwaukee, Wis. His family moved to Madison in 1939 where they owned and operated the Supreme Food Shop (later known as the Mifflin Street Co-Op) on Bassett & Mifflin Street. Ben graduated from Central High School (class of 1942) and shortly thereafter joined the Navy. He served as Yeomen on the USS Leonis in the South Pacific and at the end of his duty he served as an aid to Admiral Nimitz, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Shortly before his discharge from the service, he met and married Roslyn Lassen and they were married for 56 years. Benny owned and operated the Leader Laundry and was later an independent insurance agent. He was a lifelong member of Temple Beth Israel, and a local and regional past president of the Bnai Brith Organization. Benny was also very active as an advisor to the AZA Youth Group. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lily and Harry Kopelberg; his brother, Phillip Kapell; and his son, Steven. Benny is survived by his wife Roslyn (Lassen); his son, Mark (Barbara); and daughter Lisa (Perry Hoffman). Benny had the joy of his wonderful grandchildren Emily and Michael Kopelberg and Steven Hoffman, as well as many loving nieces, nephews and loyal friends. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Beth Israel Center or a charity of choice. Services will be held on Monday, Feb. 4, 2002, at 11:30 a.m. at the CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison. Committal to be held at Forest Hill Cemetery. Cress Funeral Home (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on February 4, 2002; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: John J. Caruso - Class of 1942

SUN PRAIRIE - John J. Caruso, age 78, died on Tuesday, May 29, 2001, at Manor Care Nursing Home, after an extended illness. He was born in Madison on October 4, 1922, the son of John and Rose Caruso. John was raised near the Greenbush, attending school at St. Joseph's and graduating from Madison Central High School in 1942. After serving in the Philippines in World War II, John began a career in construction, working as a foreman for many years with H.A. Sylvester, and later with Anthony Grignano. In 1956, he married June Irene Schaller, who preceded him in death in 1983. In 1966, John began his second career in facilities management with General Telephone, moving to Sun Prairie in 1969. John was a familiar face at GTE, where his role afforded him daily contact with employees at all levels in the company. He retired in 1984. John was a master carpenter, known for his diligence and workmanship. He took great pride in his work. When he did something, he did it right. He had a great sense of humor and a knack for storytelling. In the Italian tradition, he was an avid gardener. He was a member of St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. John was a loving husband and father. He is survived by two daughters, Gina (Peter) Hill of Sun Prairie, and Janet (Steven) Nelson of Blanchardville; a son, John (Suzanne) of Sun Prairie; his loving grandchildren, Steven and Tracy Hill, and Lauren and Lindsay Caruso; and his special nephew, Jack (Cheryl) Parrino, who frequently visited him and spent time reminiscing with him. He is further survived by a brother, Louis of Oregon; nephews, nieces, and many special friends. In addition to his loving wife, June, he was preceded in death by his parents; his dear sister, Mary (Caruso) Parrino; and his brother, Robert. The family and John would like to extend a special thanks to the staffs at Homestead Living in Sun Prairie and Manor Care. They provided excellent care for his special needs. John's family would also like to thank his friends and neighbors, especially Erv and Virginia Mahuta, for their care and concern during his last years at home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2420 St. Albert Drive, Sun Prairie, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 1, 2001, with Father Michael Richel presiding. Burial will be at Sun Prairie Memory Gardens. Friends may call at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 1310 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 31, 2001, with a Scripture service at 4:45 p.m. Friends may also call at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or St. Albert the Great Catholic Church. Grandpa, you were always there for us. We wish you were here and as healthy as you used to be. You always helped us work hard and do our best. We will miss you and always love you. Lauren and Lindsay


Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on May 30, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)

Obituary: Dominic Schiro - Class of 1942

MADISON [Wisconsin] - Dominic Schiro, age 76, passed away peacefully at St. Mary's Care Center on Tuesday, February 13, 2001, with his wife, Kathleen, his daughter, son and grandchildren there to comfort him. He was born January 2, 1925, in Madison, Wisconsin, to Peter and Angeline Schiro. He graduated from Madison Central High School in 1942. He was a well-known Madison athlete. He was a veteran of World War II, where he served as a sergeant in the United States Army. Dominic married Kathleen Hogan at Saint Bernards Church in 1952. Dominic was a member of the Madison police force, serving the community for 30 years, retiring in 1980. He was a member and past president of the Italian Workman's Club. He was also a member of the Elks Club. He enjoyed cooking his homemade pizza, spaghetti sauce and cardoonies for his friends and family. Dominic loved to be with his grandchildren and family. Survivors include his wife, Kathleen of Fitchburg; a son, Steve (Jane) Schiro of Elm Grove, Wisconsin; his daughter Jackie (George Schmidt) Schiro of Madison; and five grandchildren, Jennifer, Jessica and Jamie Schiro of Elm Grove, Wisconsin, and Erik and Michael Schmidt of Madison. He is further survived by three sisters, Georgia Cerniglia of Fitchburg, Mary Schiro of Fitchburg, and Lucy Halleran of Orlan, Illinois; and a brother, Ben Schiro of Madison. He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant brothers; a teenage sister, Mary; and brothers, Vito, Frank and George Schiro. Funeral services will be held at SAINT JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH on Saturday, February 17, 2001, at 11:00 a.m. Friends and relatives may call at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, Madison, on Friday, February 16, 2001, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Diabetes Association. Within our lives you have given so much to all of us. We will never forget the special place you hold in our hearts and we will all miss you, Dad.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on February 13, 2001; submitted by Michael Vahldieck (Class of 1968)