Obituary: Florence (Cunningham) Kinney - Class of 1929

MADISON - Florence E. Kinney, age 92, died peacefully on Aug. 12, 2003, after patiently living with Alzheimer's disease for the past five years. She was born in Madison on July 16, 1911, to William and Mary Cunningham. She was married to William R. (Bill) Kinney on July 30, 1938, at St. Raphael's Cathedral, Madison. By her example, Florence taught her family and friends to be more caring people. She was a member of St. Bernard's Parish for 59 years, attended daily Mass, and was active in many activities: taking Eucharist to the homebound, working at the school hot lunch program, ladies bazaars, Halloween parties, the Over 50 Club, and card parties. She will be greatly missed by her family and many friends. She was always there for her friends who could no longer drive, taking them shopping and to their doctor appointments Over the years, Florence had many other interests: following her son's and grandchildren's sports, Braves games, Ho-Chunk, the theater, card playing, dancing, golf, bowling, garage sales, the Lawrence Welk Show, crocheting, cooking, and baking, especially birthday cakes. She was a great Mom to her three sons, David (Teri) and Fred (Marilyn), both of Madison, and Patrick (Mary) of Greendale. She was very devoted to her nine grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Her grandchildren are Steve (Anne) Kinney, Jill (Dave) Yanke, Tim (Bonnie) Kinney, Tom (Carla) Kinney, Sue (Jim) Ellestad, Sandi (John) Williams, Stacy Kinney, Cori (Steve) Bjorkland and Aric (Courtney) Kinney. Her great-grandchildren are Ben, Sam, Peter and Joey Yanke, Kyle and Kayla Kinney, Nathan Hocking, Cora and Elle Kinney, Shane and Josh Wilkinson, Brandon Ellestad, Cole Williams, Annika and Jack Bjorkland, and Hannah Kinney. She is also survived by her brother- and sister-in-law, Joe and Dorothy Kinney of San Antonio, Texas; and sisters-in-law, Hildegard Kinney of Madison, and Helen Kinney of Monona. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her sisters, Helen, Aleatha and Jesse; and her brothers, Eugene, Jim and Fred. Funeral services will be held at ST. BERNARD'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003, at 10 a.m. Monsignor Michael Hippee will officiate. Friends may call at the church from 8:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Burial will be held at the Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the Alzheimer's Association or St Bernard's Parish, Madison. Special thanks to Dr. Bill Rock and Dr. Jeff Wood for their compassionate care over the years. Thanks also to the staff members at Evora Lodge, Homestead Living and Oakwood Village for the fine care that Florence received. The loving and caring staff at Oakwood Knoll have been a special source of support for our Mom and the rest of the family. We are grateful for the many ways you all added to her quality of life during the past few years. She lived according to this prayer she had on her wall: "Dear God, Thank you for what I have. Please help me to do the best that I can, and accept whatever happens as your will." Her life has been one of support and service to her family and friends. Now we rejoice that she is resting in the loving arms of our Lord, and reunited with Bill in Heaven., Ryan Funeral Home 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 15, 2003

Florence Cunningham's class year is based on information in the 1929 Tychoberahn, where she is listed among the members of the June graduating class.

Obituary: Robert G. Snell

MADISON - So many time we use and hear analogies comparing life to sports. Words like courage, strength, and loyalty are used many times in both sports and life. But Robert G. Snell - more affectionately known as Grandpa Bob, Bubba, Bobby and Mustang Snelly, took these words he heard during his career of football and actually lived them along the way. Born on March 4, 1949, in Madison, as the youngest of seven children, Bob spent the first quarter of his life playing football. Bob played football at Central High School in Madison, continued at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, then played for the semi-professional team, the Madison Mustangs, and even continued his love by playing on a championship touch football team. It was during this time that Bob developed strong bonds with friends, bonds that would continue throughout his lifetime and beyond. During the second quarter of his life, Bob took all the values he had learned and applied them to his life while raising his sons, Jim, Chad and Bret, and eventually his grandchildren, Jessica, Parker and Tag. His relationship with his children, grandchildren, mates, brothers and sisters, nieces and nephews, friends, and coworkers was one of continual love, hard work, commitment, and loyalty. During the third quarter of Bob's life, he took everything he loved and learned from football and gave it back to his other love, children. Bob always felt the need to give something back, that was important in his life. Bob took his love for kids, football and socializing and put it all together in one program, and that was the St. Francis Youth Football Program. Through this program, Bob impacted the lives of many children and young adults as he coached them not only about football, but about life. Unfortunately, Bob's fourth quarter ended early when he died on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2003, after battling a long illness. He will be joining his mom and dad, Irene and Maurice. Bob, however, lived his philosophy of life to the end - his strength, character, courage and loyalty to loved ones kept him in the game and always will. You can join Bob's family and friends in celebrating the memory of his life on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003, at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Road, in Madison. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon, with a memorial service from noon until 1 p.m., and a luncheon will follow.

Bob Snell's class year is based on information in the 1967 Tychoberahn, where he is listed among the members of the June graduating class.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 14, 2003

Obituary: Robert M. Scholl - Class of 1930

MADISON - Robert M. Scholl, age 90, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2003. He was born on August 31, 1912, to Otto and Mary (Hansen) Scholl. Robert graduated from Central High School. He then went to work at Cantwell Printing, Madison, until it closed. Robert had a lot of great life experiences. He went to the World's Fair in New York. Robert worked with Frank Lloyd Wright when working at Cantwell Printing. As a child, he got to see Charles Lindbergh when Charles came to Madison after his flight across the Atlantic ocean. Robert loved sports. He was an avid golfer, bowler, and in the bowling Hall of Fame. Robert loved the Wisconsin Badgers. Up until a few years ago he would go to Badger Football games and Butch's Bologna Bashes. Robert is survived by a niece, Marilyn (Donald) Hewitt; a nephew, Robert (Patty) Scholl; great-nephews, Tom (Carol Ann) Hewitt, and John (Tina) Hewitt; a great-niece, Jane Hewitt; great-great-nephews, Sean Scholl, Mike Hewitt, and Eric (Sarah) Hewitt; and great-great-nieces, Kristine Hewitt, and Nicole Hewitt. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Victor Scholl; two sisters, Mildred Hauden, and Dorothy Anderson; a great-niece, Christine Scholl; and a great-nephew, David Hauden. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, August 12, 2003. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until the time of services. Entombment will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family for youth sports. Robert was a kind man with a big heart and he will be dearly missed. The family would like to thank his friends and the people Robert came in contact with on a daily basis for their kindness and time. Robert was thankful for all of you. Gunderson East Funeral Home 608-221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 10, 2003

Note: Robert M. Scholl's class year is on based on a list of Central High School Class of 1930 graduates published in the Wisconsin State Journal on June 6, 1930.

Obituary: Linda Suzanne (Crume) Howard - Class of 1958

Howard, Linda Suzanne (Nee Crume) Died at noon June 16, 2003, at Hospice of the Valley Sun City, Peoria, AZ. Born in Soldiers Grove, WI, on March 4, 1941, to Ellsworth and Elinor (nee Reese) Crume. She also lived and attended school in Baraboo and Madison, WI. Linda graduated Central High School in Madison on June 13, 1958 and later married Carl Hubbard and moved to Waukesha, WI. There she raised three children and worked in Challenging vocations as a secretary for SEWRPC, the Wisconsin DOT and Planner. Later she was Assistant Director for the South Eastern Area Agency on Aging in Wisconsin. She married James L. Howard in 1982 and their children blended together to make one family. They also welcomed to their home Rotary Exchange Students - Marie from France and Silvia from Brazil. Rotary GSE Team members from around the world also joined their family. Linda was active in the Waukesha County Republican Party in Wisconsin and the Campaign Manager for Tommy G. Thompson's first primary for Governor of Wisconsin. Mrs. Howard was appointed by Governor Thompson to the Board on Aging and Long Term Care when the appointment was approved by the State Senate. She served with distinction for two terms until she moved to Arizona in January of 2000. Mrs. Howard was also appointed by the Wisconsin Supreme Court to be a citizen panelist on the Medical Mediation Board. She was also a volunteer ombudsman helping residents in need at Mt. Carmel Nursing Home in Milwaukee, WI. After graduating from full-time employment she worked as a civil process server with Badger Process and investigations, as a census crew leader for the US Dept. of Commerce Bureau of Census and a registered IRS Tax Preparer. Prior to her death, Mrs. Howard was approved and was to be appointed by the Arizona Supreme Court to become a member of the Foster Care Review Board. Sadly enough she will not be able to assist children in Arizona. Her family and many friends from around the world dearly miss Linda. Her father Ellsworth preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband James Howard; mother Elinor Crume, Madison, WI; brother John Crume, Viroqua, WI; daughters Suzanne (nee Hubbard) (Joseph) Seinko, Waukesha, WI, Sandra "Cinder" (nee Hubbard) Crider, Atlanta, GA, Christine (nee Howard) Miller, Madison, WI; sons Carl (Julie) Hubbard, Wrigtstown, WI, David Howard, Waukesha, WI, Mark Howard (CW04, USMC), Camp LeJuene, NC, Thomas Howard, East Troy, WI, Robert (Elizabeth) Howard, San Francisco, WI; as well as grandchildren, nieces and nephews and her special cat Sammy. Friends and family are invited to a Memorial Service to celebrate her life. Christ the Servant Lutheran Church, W250 S3635 Center Road, Waukesha, Monday, August 11, 2003. Visitation will begin at 5PM with a Service said by Pastor Engin at 6PM.

Originally published in the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on August 9, 2003

Obituary: Ronald H. "Count" Stormer - Class of 1955

MADISON - Ronald H. "Count" Stormer, age 66, died unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2003. He was born on Feb. 25, 1937, in Madison, the son of Howard "Pete" and Frances (Frisch) Stormer. He graduated from Madison Central High School in 1955. Ron joined the Madison Police Department on March 19, 1962, and served the city until his retirement on June 22, 1989. Ron was an avid Packers and Badgers fan, he also enjoyed spending time with his wife, Judy at their Crystal Lake retreat where he was among many friends. He worked part-time at the Caribou Tavern for many years following his retirement and he loved to travel and especially enjoyed cruises. He is survived by his wife, Judene "Judy" of Madison; his children, Rebecca (Paul) Gilles of Battle Creek, Mich., Jane (Casey) McGann of Baraboo, John (Sandy) Stormer of Waunakee, Roberta (Bill) Briggs of Prairie du Sac, Daniel (Cindy) Stormer of Verona, Arthur (Debra) Davenport of Wisconsin Dells, and Richard (Richie) Duncan of Dallas, Texas; and by Ron's beloved cat, Misty. He is also survived by his mother, Frances Stormer of Fitchburg; his sisters, Darlene (Paul) Lavoie of California, Marilyn (Marlin) Irvine of Fitchburg, and Janice "Sue" (James) Lange of Phoenix, Ariz.; and 12 grandchildren, Daniel, Aaron, Kevin, Sarah, Amy, Mara, Sean, Corey, Bryant, Christine, Emily and Jacob; as well as many nieces, nephews, and close friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard; and his wife, Mary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, Aug. 11, 2003, at 11 a.m. in ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1128 St. James Court, in Madison. Monsignor Tom Baxter will officiate. Entombment will follow in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, Aug. 10, 2003, from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the SCHROEDER-CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 E. Washington Ave., in Madison, and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Cress Funeral Service Schroeder-Cress 3325 E. Washington Avenue (608) 249-6666

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on August 8, 2003

Obituary: David Gordon "Goose" Gildin

MADISON - David Gordon "Goose" Gildin, age 89, of Madison, died on Monday, July 28, 2003. He was born on Dec. 1, 1913, in Madison, the son of David and Mary (Landpop) Gildin. Dave graduated from Central High School. He married Jennie F. Bailey on June 14, 1942, at Trinity Lutheran Church. Jennie preceded him in death on Nov. 1, 1997. Dave was a staff sergeant with the 381st Bomb Group, 535th Squadron, stationed in Ridgewell, England, where he was a tailgunner on a B-17. He flew 31 combat missions receiving many air medals, including three Oak Leaf Clusters and a Distinguished Flying Cross. Dave retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1975. He is survived by two daughters, Jolynn (Roger) Attoe and Barbara (Darryl) Sullivan, both of Poynette; five grandchildren, Bob (Ann) Halverson of Germantown, David (Cathy) Halverson of Verona, John (Stephanie) Halverson of Green Bay, Derek (Stephanie Lawrence) Sullivan of Madison, and Megan (Nathan Rucker) Sullivan of Minneapolis; six great-grandchildren, Jennie Lynn, Alek David, Alan John, Connor Daniel, Eric Robert and Olivia Kroll; and his special cat, Kaley. Dave was preceded in death by his sister, Mary, in 1999. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, on Thursday, July 31, 2003, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Bill Berg presiding. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park where military graveside honors will be conducted. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the services. Memorials may be made to the Dane County Humane Society. Dad, we love you and will miss you but we know you are at peace now that you are together again with mom. Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 30, 2003

Obituary: Lawrence "Larry" Shapiro - Class of 1965

MADISON - Lawrence "Larry" Shapiro, age 56, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, at home of cancer on Monday July 21, 2003. Larry was born on Oct. 19, 1946, in Madison, the son of Herman and Ann (Robinson) Shapiro. He married Barbara Roth on May 26, 2002. Larry was a lifelong resident of Madison, as were his parents. He graduated from Central High School in 1965 and later obtained a master's of social work degree from the University of Wisconsin. Larry owned and operated Quality Collision Repair and Refinishing for more than 20 years. He was a vibrant and enthusiastic supporter of several community organizations, including the Madison Jewish Community Council, of which he had served as president. His activities reached beyond the Jewish community to organizations such as the Urban League of Madison and Madison AIDS Support Network. He took great pleasure in working to make Madison a better home for all its residents. Larry had boundless love for his family and is survived by his mother, Ann; wife, Barbara Roth; brother Dann (Georgette) of Greenland, N.H.; son, Gabriel (Emily) of St. Paul, Minn.; daughter, Dena of Cleveland, Ohio; nephew, Randy Boss, his wife, Janet, and their son, Luke, of Stevenson Ranch, Calif.; and niece, Danielle Caturano (Jason) of North Reading, Mass. Larry also leaves behind many dearly loved cousins, aunts and an uncle, as well as the many, many friends he so deeply cherished. Larry was preceded in death by his father, Herman. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday July 23, 2003, at 11 a.m. at TEMPLE BETH EL, 2702 Arbor Drive, Madison. Rabbi Jan Brahms will officiate. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the UW-Madison Comprehensive Cancer Center, K4/658 CSC, 600 Highland Ave., Madison, WI 53792-0001; Urban League of Madison, 151 E. Gorham St., Madison, WI 53703; Alzheimer's Association, 517 N. Segoe Road, Suite No. 301, Madison, WI 53705; or the Madison Jewish Community Council, 6434 Enterprise Lane, Madison, WI 53719-1117. Cress Funeral Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 22, 2003

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Obituary: Howard W. Meiller

MADISON - Howard W. Meiller, age 97, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2003. He was born July 21, 1905, the only child of Clarence and Elida (Morrick) Meiller. Howard was a member of the last class to graduate from the old Madison High School. He was employed for many years by the 3 F Laundry and was a housekeeper at the Edgewater Hotel. Howard was a big UW football, basketball, and boxing fan and was a W Club security guard for many years. Howard and his late wife, "Honey" traveled the US, Europe, Africa and Russia. He is survived by a daughter, Marilyn (Arley); a son, Thomas (Rene); six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two nephews and a niece. Services will be private. The family wishes to thank HospiceCare and the staff at Wynwood East, for their care and support. Special thanks to the neighbors on East Dayton Street who performed many acts of kindness that enabled Howard to remain in his home well into his 90's., Cress Funeral &, Cremation Service, 6021 University Avenue, (608) 238-8406

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 21, 2003

Obituary: Dorothy "Marion" (Hansen) Hines

MADISON - Dorothy "Marion" Hines, age 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15, 2003, at St. Marys Hospital, surrounded by her family after a brief illness. She was born on June 17, 1925, in Racine, Wis., the youngest of eight children, a daughter of Alfred and Thora (Petersen) Hansen. Marion became a part of Madison when she moved in with her sister and brother-in-law, Jane and Harold Gabbei. She graduated from Madison Central High School and has been an East Side Madison resident ever since. She enjoyed working for Allstate Insurance and the special friendships that developed there. Marion married George C. Hines and had four children, who she later raised as a single parent. She shared her values in raising her children to appreciate family and other social connections. We always said there was no such thing as a "dash" somewhere, because Mom knew everyone and had to stop to talk to each of them. Marion was a strong, independent woman of tradition and principle. As Frank Sinatra sang in the famous song, "My Way," Mom did it her way. It was always a joy to listen to her stories of her growing years and the life she dedicated to her children and grandchildren. Marion leaves behind many dear friends and family members. She is survived by four children, Charlene (Mike) Dolfen and children, Alyssa and Tyson, of Cottage Grove, Janet (Joseph) Orella and children, Bradley and Haley, of Marshfield, Roy (Joni) Hines and son, Lucas, of Marshall, and Christine (Craig) Pfister and daughter, Jennifer Hewuse, and stepchildren, Nick and Emily Pfister; a sister, Verna LaPlante; and nieces, nephews and cousins, including a special niece, Marlene (Gary) Markhardt and children, Paul and Karl. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at noon on Saturday, July 19, 2003, with the Rev. David Michael of Lake Edge United Church of Christ presiding. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday, July 18, 2003. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Olbrich Botanical Gardens, 3330 Atwood Ave., Madison, WI 53704, or East Madison/Monona Coalition of Aging Senior Day Center, 4142 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716. A special thank you to all of Marion's caregivers at Dean Clinic and St. Marys Hospital over the years. Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on July 17, 2003

Obituary: Lyell C. Tullis

SEATTLE, WASH./JANESVILLE Lyell C. Tullis, at age 89, passed away on Thursday, June 17, 2003, and joined his beloved wife, Margaret, at a celebration of their 59th wedding anniversary at heaven's gate. At the celebration he was joined by his two, sisters, Alice and Helen; and his parents. Lyell was born on March 11, 1914, in Brooklyn, Wis., and attended Madison High School before pursuing his engineering degree at the University of Wisconsin. As a young mechanical engineer, he worked at Baker Manufacturing in Evansville, and then moved on to Gilman Engineering in Janesville. While there, in the early 1950s, he became chief engineer. In this position, he was instrumental in designing the "transfer assembly line," an automotive automatic assembly,, first in the auto industry. In the early 1960s, he became vice president and was very influential in many of Gilman's other engineering accomplishments. Under his authority he was able to expand the company's 25 engineers and draftsmen to around 100. To help give back to society, he was a member of the Kiwanis Club and an active member of St. John Vianney Catholic Church for over 30 years. As a beloved family member, he preceded his brother, Edgar; his nine children: Richard (Mary Kay) of San Francisco, twins, Jean and Judy, Mary, John (Kathy) of Seattle, Wash., Cathy (Tom) of Orlando, Fla., Michael (Nancy) of Houston, Texas, James and Allie; 14 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren to heaven's gates. He will be greatly remembered as a loving father and grandfather and a friend with a wonderful sense of humor. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 19, 2003, at ST. JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC CHURCH, Janesville. Following the service all are invited to join the family at a luncheon at Alfresco Cafe in the Best Western Motel on Highway 26 North, from noon until 2 p.m.

Originally published in the Wisconsn State Journal on July 15, 2003