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Daniel "Dan" Arthur Cross

Daniel "Dan" Arthur Cross

Mar 10, 2025

Daniel (Dan) A. Cross, 90, Randolph, WI passed peacefully at Randolph Health Services on March 10, 2025.

Dan was born March 22, 1934, near Cambria WI, the son of Leslie J. and Gladys H. (Jones) Cross. In 1940 they moved to the Cross-family homestead south of Randolph. Dan attended the Healy England and Randolph Grade school, and Randolph High School. Dan...

Jane Splitgaber

Jane Splitgaber

Mar 9, 2025

In the early hours of March 9, Jane Marie (Shafer) Schrank Splitgaber passed away at the age of 104. Born January 25, 1921 to Robert A. and Berna (Hoyt) Shafer in the Town of Springvale, Wisconsin, Jane grew up with eight siblings: Robert, Dean, Sydney, Bernard, William, Jeanette, Joyce, and Geraldine. After graduating from Rosendale High School, she attended Fond...

Charlene Jean Zills

Charlene Jean Zills

Mar 9, 2025

Charlene Jean Zills, age 56, of Waupun, passed away on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at UF Health in Leesburg, Florida.

Full obituary and service details to follow.

Thomas Frank Streblow

Thomas Frank Streblow

Mar 5, 2025

Thomas Frank Streblow, age 80 of Waupun, entered his heavenly home on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Tom was born on April 14, 1944, son of Clarence and Olive (Marohl) Streblow. He was united in marriage to Bonnie Bader on November 18, 1967, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville, WI. Tom graduated from Mayville High School in 1962. He entered into...

Marilyn Sytsma

Marilyn Sytsma

Feb 19, 2025

Marilyn Sytsma, age 76 of Randolph, went to her heavenly home on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, at Prairie Ridge Hospital in Columbus. 

Marilyn was born on November 16, 1948, daughter of Albert and Jennie (Fisher) Schaalma. She was united in marriage to Charles Sytsma on August 13, 1966, at Second Christian Reformed Church in Randolph. For many years, Marilyn dedicated herself...

Dayton Morris TerBeest

Dayton Morris TerBeest

Feb 12, 2025

Dayton Morris Ter Beest, a gentle soul and dedicated member of his community, passed away on February 12, 2025, at the age of 100. 

He was born in the Township of Alto on July 27, 1924, son of Henry and Hattie (Veleke) Ter Beest. Though faced with a severe hearing deficit at the age of 16, Dayton never allowed the ensuing...

Vicki Lynn Roberts

Vicki Lynn Roberts

Feb 6, 2025

Vicki Lynn Roberts, age 66, of Waupun, passed away suddenly on February 6, 2025, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac, surrounded by her loving family.

Vicki was born on February 25, 1958, in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, a daughter of Ronald and Phyllis (Stanford) Roberts. Throughout her life, she embraced her creativity through various talents, including painting, cooking, and stained-glass...

Alice Helen Ustaszewski

Alice Helen Ustaszewski

Feb 4, 2025

Alice Helen Ustaszewski, age 84, of Marquette, Wisconsin, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at home with her loving family by her side.

Per her wishes, no service will be held. 

Carla Jean Jahns

Carla Jean Jahns

Feb 4, 2025

Carla Jean Jahns, age 77 of Markesan, passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Prairie Place in Ripon.

Carla was born on January 30, 1948, daughter of Carl and Martha Abraham. She was united in marriage to Kent Jahns on August 5, 1977, in Marquette, WI. Carla spent 31 years working at Del Monte as a seasonal employee and had...

Howard Walter Krenz

Howard Walter Krenz

Jan 27, 2025

Howard Walter Krenz, age 71 of Cambria, passed away suddenly at his home on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Howard was born in Ripon on July 21, 1953, son of Harold and Esther (Dickman) Krenz. He was a graduate of Markesan High School, class of 1971. Howard was united in marriage to Cynthia Jansma at East Friesland Church on July 24, 1976....

James Douglas Durik

James Douglas Durik

Jan 19, 2025

James Douglas Durik, age 73, of Markesan, formerly of Racine, WI, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2025, at his home with his loving wife at his side.

Per his wishes, no service will be held. 

Constance "Connie" June Alsum

Constance "Connie" June Alsum

Jan 16, 2025

Constance June Alsum, age 45 of Madison, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2025, at the UW Hospital in Madison. 

Connie was born in Beaver Dam on July 9, 1979, daughter of Ronald and Kathleen (Herfort) Alsum. She graduated from Randolph Grade School and completed her high school education at Columbus High School. Her academic journey continued at the University of...

Dennis Fredrick Jensen

Dennis Fredrick Jensen

Jan 14, 2025

Dennis Fredrick Jensen, age 82 of Princeton, passed away on January 14, 2025, at UW Hospital in Madison.

Dennis was born on December 11, 1942, son of DuWayne and Lillian (Ketzman) Jensen. He was a hands-on kind of guy, known for his knack for tinkering in the yard. Whether it was building a porch or adding an addition onto a shed,...

Esther Jane Vant Hoff

Esther Jane Vant Hoff

Jan 13, 2025

Esther Jane Vant Hoff, age 87 of Waupun, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Monday, January 13, 2025. She touched many lives with her kindness and dedication.

Esther was born on March 3, 1937, in rural Cambria a daughter of William and Anna (Elgersma) Kok. She was united in marriage to Howard Vant Hoff on June 11, 1958, at East...

Michael "Mike" LaVern Krinke

Michael "Mike" LaVern Krinke

Jan 2, 2025

Tragically, Michael's journey came to an untimely end on Thursday, January 2, 2025, following a farm accident that took him from this world too soon. His passing leaves a hole in the hearts of many who knew him, for he was not just a neighbor but a friend to many.

Michael LaVern Krinke was born on January 10, 1971, a son...

Iva Mae Bryant

Iva Mae Bryant

Jan 2, 2025

Iva Mae Bryant, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, passed away at Health Hospice Home of Hope peacefully on January 2, 2025 at the age of 78. Born on July 13, 1946 in Waupun, she was a pillar of strength and love to all who knew her.

Throughout her life, Iva demonstrated a remarkable work ethic, diligently packing radishes for Roth...

James "Jim" Peter Paul Kolins

James "Jim" Peter Paul Kolins

Dec 27, 2024

James "Jim" Peter Paul Kolins, a man of great heart and unwavering spirit, was born on November 19, 1942, in Waukesha, Wisconsin. After a life marked by service and love, Jim passed away on December 27, 2024, at Randolph Health Services, surrounded by his family.

Jim proudly served in the Air Force from 1961 to 1969, demonstrating his love for his...

Judy Ann Grotzke

Judy Ann Grotzke

Dec 27, 2024

Judy Ann Grotzke, age 73 of Princeton, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at SSM St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose presence touched the lives of many.

Judy was born on June 18, 1951, in Poynette, Wisconsin, daughter of Burton and Leah (Freeland) Higley. She was a graduate...

Gerald "Jerry" Victor Hunter

Gerald "Jerry" Victor Hunter

Dec 26, 2024

Gerald Victor Hunter, age 96 of Dalton, passed away on December 26, 2024, at the Markesan Resident Home.

Jerry was born on January 8, 1928, in Marquette County, son of Ernest and Winnie (Morgan) Hunter. He was united in marriage to Darlene Radtke on August 2, 1952, at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Princeton, WI. A devoted farmer, he spent his...

Thomas Lynn Alf

Thomas Lynn Alf

Dec 23, 2024

Thomas Lynn Alf, age 70 of Princeton, WI, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at the Markesan Resident Home. 

Tom was born on July 7, 1954, in Berlin, a son of Alfred and Margaret (Bloch)Alf. He was united in marriage to Nancy Hoffman on August 26, 1978, in Berlin at St. Stanislaus Parish. Tom and Nancy had resided in Ripon...

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