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Dorothy Lou Schaal

     Dorothy Lou Schaal, age 74, of Potosi, passed away peacefully in her sleep after a suffering battle with cancer on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.  She was born August 6, 1933 in Potosi, the daughter of Louis and Irene (Leppla) Gabel.  She married Norman “Crane” Schaal on December 27, 1952 at the United Methodist Church in Lancaster.  Together they lived in rural Potosi for 55 years.  Dorothy worked at Friedman’s Supper Club of Potosi and the Burton elections for several years.  She enjoyed being at her son’s flower shop in Potosi; making floral arrangements and waiting on and visiting with the customers.  Dorothy also enjoyed going on her Sunday morning breakfast trips with her husband, Norman, and their best friends, Veryl and Norma.  She loved going every Thursday on her shopping trips with her very good friend, Elaine.  She enjoyed doing ceramics, reading a good book, watching “Wheel of Fortune,” feeding and watching her hummingbirds, and loved to go dancing.  Dorothy also enjoyed going to the garage sales up north with her husband, son, and daughter-in-law.  Her greatest passion was being with her husband, sons, and grandsons.  She lived her life to the fullest and her door was always open.  She enjoyed everyone’s company.

     She is survived by her husband, Norman “Crane” Schaal, Potosi; two sons:  Rick (Jackie) Schaal, Durand; and Steve (Kari) Schaal, Cassville; four grandsons:  Alston, Logan, Gabel, and Skyler; all of Cassville; three step-grandsons:  Eric, and Nathan Hopper, Beloit; and Craig (Lori) Hopper, Hurdle Mills, NC; and one step-great-grandson, Vince Hopper, Hurdle Mills, NC.

     She was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters, and six brothers.

     Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 29, 2008 at the Martin Funeral Home in Potosi with Teri Hanson officiating.  Burial was in Cassville Cemetery, Cassville Township.  Visitation was held on Thursday, February 28 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. and also on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services all at the funeral home.

Nettie E. Schaefer

     Nettie E. Schaefer, age 93, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, May 29, 2008, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.  She was born on January 13, 1915, in Lancaster, one of nine children born to Grant and Ida Mae (Richardson) Atkinson.  Nettie attended school in Slabtown.  She married Carl Hochhausen in 1930 and farmed in Grant County.  She later married Carl Schaefer.  Nettie loved to dance, liked country western music, and enjoyed reading.

     Survivors include her grandchildren: Randy Williams, Potosi; and Lisa Scholl, Potosi; six great-grandchildren: Ronnie (Brittney) Scholl, Cassville; Kyle, Luke, and Logan Scholl, Potosi; Maggie and Gunther Williams, Potosi; one great-great grandchild, Cameron Scholl, Cassville; one sister-in-law, Ginny Atkinson, Pinellas Park, FL; and many nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her husbands; her daughter, Dolores Williams; three grandchildren:  Johnny, Ronnie, and Rita; five sisters:  Rose Leindecker, Mildred Atkinson, Lula Wiest, Inga Wiest, and Eliza Clifton; and three brothers:  Ralph, James, and Hank Atkinson.

     Private family burial was at a later date. 

LeRoy H. Schauff

     LeRoy H. Schauff, age 88, of Cassville, died on Sunday, July 6, 2008, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  He was born on July 30, 1919, in Cassville, the son of Joseph and Christine (Kirschbaum) Schauff.  On June 28, 1952, he married Patricia Groom in Cassville.  LeRoy and Patricia just celebrated their 56^th wedding anniversary.  LeRoy farmed in the Cassville area all of his life.  LeRoy was a jack-of-all-trades.  He enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool, and fishing.  He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

     He is survived by his wife, Patricia of Cassville; five children:  Phyllis (Eugene) Adrian, Cassville; Michael (Darlene) Schauff, Cassville; Mary (Dan) Worsham, Moscow, ID; Ellen (Loren) Adrian, Cassville; Eric (Janet) Schauff, Lancaster; 13 grandchildren; Doug (Jenny) Adrian, Tulsa, OK; Jeff (Pam) Adrian, Cassville; Emily (Adam) Brandl, Rochester, MN; Kevin (Dawn) Schauff, Mt. Hope; David (Kari) Schauff, Cassville; Barb Schauff, Bloomington; Stephanie Schauff, Verona; Christy (Ryan) Gunderson,  Moscow, ID; Tina (Ben) Rost, Colville, WA; Corey Adrian, Cassville; Kim Adrian, Heidi Schauff, and Ryan Schauff all of Lancaster; 10.5 great-grandchildren: Kaleb, Kayleena, and Maverick Schauff, Mt. Hope; Carson Adrian, Tulsa, OK; Noah and Jocelyn Adrian, Cassville; Tiffany and Jessica Gunderson, Moscow, ID; Ashley and Lily Rost, Colville, WA; and soon to arrive, baby Schauff, Cassville; one sister, Marie McCann, Cassville; two brothers-in-law, Harold Richards, Dubuque, IA; Louis (Norma) Groom, Cassville; sister-in-law, Margaret Schauff, Cassville.

     In addition to his parents, LeRoy was preceded in death by a grandson, Brian Adrian; brothers and sisters: Lawrence (Dorothy) Schauff, Roselia (Maurice) Unterscheidt, Alice (Kenneth) Ritenour, Eunice Richards, Leonard (Frances) Schauff, Clarence Schauff, Esther (Earl) Hiatt; and a brother-in-law, Pat McCann.

     Funeral services were held on Thursday, July 10, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial was in St. Mary’s Settlement Cemetery, Cassville Township.  Family and friends called on Wednesday, July 9, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville.  Family and friends also called on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.  In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials may be given to St Mary’s Settlement Cemetery, Cassville Rescue Squad and Fire Department.

Timothy W. Schiffman

     Timothy W. Schiffman, age 18, of Bellevue and Lancaster died suddenly on Thursday, September 4, 2008 at his home.

     Funeral services were held at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, September 8, 2008 at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Pastor Shane Koepke officiating.  Private family burial was at a later date.  Family and friends were welcomed from 2:00 p.m. until time of services Monday at the funeral home. 

    There will also be a Memorial service at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at St. Johns Lutheran Church in St. Donatus, Iowa.

     Tim was born on May 8, 1990 in Lancaster, WI, the son of William Schiffman and Susan Kipper.  He was a senior at Bellevue High School in Iowa.  Tim will be remembered for his unique perspective on life.  He loved spending time with his friends, listening to music, playing and watching sports. 

     Tim is survived by his mother, Susan (Kevin) Knief, Bellevue and his father, William “Bill” (Joyce) Schiffman, Lancaster; Maternal grandparents, Kenneth and Janice Kipper, Lancaster; Paternal grandparents, Douglas and Marion Schiffman, Cassville; Maternal great-grandmother, Viola Caley, Bloomington; his brother, Anthony Schiffman, Bellevue; three half-brothers, Lucas and Colton Knief, Bellevue and Lance Schiffman, Lancaster; a half-sister, Trinadee Schiffman, Lancaster and a step-brother, Mitchell Knief, Bellevue.

      He was preceded in death by his maternal great-grandfather, Lawrence Caley.

      A Timothy W. Schiffman Memorial fund has been established.

William J. Schloesser

Francis M. “Frank” Schmidt

     Francis M. “Frank” Schmidt, age 64, of Bloomington, died Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  He was born at home on January 15, 1944, the son of Martin and Alice (Bausch) Schmidt.  Frank graduated from Bloomington High School and farmed until 1994.  He started his own agricultural sales business, Francis Schmidt Sales.  Frank also served in the U.S. Army National Guard Company C, 2D Battalion 1^st Engineer Brigade of Prairie du Chien for 10 years.  He was an avid reader and was able to fix anything.  Frank liked to discuss politics, had a wonderful sense of humor, liked his dogs and horses, and enjoyed spending his time with family.     

     He is survived by five brothers and two sisters:  Roger Schmidt (Debbie), Pleasant Hill, MO; Judy (Terry) Stewart, Dubuque, IA; Wayne Schmidt, Palm Court, FL; Gary (Deb) Schmidt, Mount Hope; Ron (Deanne) Schmidt, Potosi; Chris McMahan, Cuba City; and Mark (Ellie) Schmidt, Bloomington; 15 nieces and nephews; 15 great-nieces and nephews; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; and his very dear friend and former wife, Louise Schmidt, Barneveld.

     He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandparents, Robert and Christine Schmidt and Fred and Odelia Bausch; his brother, Donald, in 1942; and his great-niece, Sydney Little.

     Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating. Burial was in Little Grant Union Cemetery, Little Grant Township.  Visitation was held Friday, March 7, 2008 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington, where an 8 p.m. parish scripture service was held.  Friends also called after 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning at the church.  

Helen M. Schult

     Helen M. Schult, age 95, formerly of Belmont, died Monday, May 19, 2008 at Southwest Health Care Center in Platteville.  She was born April 25, 1913 in Belmont, WI, the daughter of Conrad and Eda (Schuldt) Schult.  Helen attended the Belmont area schools.  She stayed in Belmont to help her parents and brothers on their farms.  Helen later moved to Dubuque where worked at Roshek’s Department Store, a laundromat, a bakery and also waitressed.  She retired and moved back to Belmont and was the first resident to live in the Senior Apartments.  Helen was a hard worker.  She also liked to camp with family and friends, ride motorcycle, play bingo and euchre.  She was also a life long member of Peace Lutheran Church in Belmont, member of the Belmont Homemakers and the AMVET of Dubuque.

     Helen is survived her brother, Elmer (Anna) Schult, Mount Horeb and a sister, Vera Troester, Platteville; nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews.

     She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers and two sisters:  Clarence (Viola) Schultz, Walter (Violet) Schult and Herbert (Ruby) Schultz; Hazel (Hugh Sr.) Boyle and Leora (Amiel) Holtz; and a brother-in-law, Gilbert Troester.

     Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 11:00am at Peace Lutheran Church in Belmont with Pastor Connie Matye officiating.  Burial was in the Belmont Cemetery.  Visitation was held from 4:30 until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21 at Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services Thursday at the church.  Memorials are preferred to Peace Lutheran Church or charity of donor’s choice.

Joseph C. Schwab

Craig M. Schwantes

Craig M. Schwantes, age 58, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, May 22, 2008, at his residence.  He was born on August 24, 1949, in Lancaster, the son of Roger and Shirley (Schindler) Schwantes.  He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1968.  Craig was employed for a short time in Janesville and was drafted into the United States Army in 1968.  He served in the 101^st Airborne Division, stationed in Vietnam and Germany.  Craig was employed at John Deere Dubuque Tractor Works for over 30 years, retiring in 2002.  He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post No. 2344 of Lancaster, and also a member of the Abraham Hickok Wetmore American Legion Post No. 148 of Bloomington.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing pool, and a good card game.

     Surviving is his mother, Shirley, Lancaster; a sister, Karen (Dennis) Griffin, Dubuque; nephew, Benjamin (fiancé Erin Gehant) Griffin, Cedar Rapids; great-nephew, Brody James; special friend, Deanna Udelhofen, Lancaster, aunts uncles and cousins.

     Craig was preceded in death by his father, Roger; brother, Daniel Schwantes and a sister, Peggy Schwantes.

      Private family graveside services with military honors were held on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at Hillside Cemetery in Lancaster.  Friends called on Sunday, May 25, 2008, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.

Lillian G. Seitz

     Lillian G. Seitz, age 91, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, March 6, 2008, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born on September 22, 1916, in Potosi Township, WI, the daughter of Ernest and Esther (Broihahn) Crapp.  She married Kenneth L. Seitz on September 23, 1939 in Dubuque, IA.  Lillian and Kenneth owned and operated Conley Cut Cheese Factory for many years.  After selling the cheese factory, they farmed.  They also touched the lives of many children as foster parents.  She enjoyed being a homemaker and loved to quilt, play cards, and babysit.  Lillian served as the Woodman Township Clerk for 20 years.  She was a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Liberty Ridge.

     She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Barbara Jean Kartman, Cassville; and Janet (Virgil) Blum, Lancaster; many nieces and nephews; and her dear friends, Clem and Kathy Spraggon, Fennimore; and their children, Joe, John, and Becky, who Lillian thought of as her grandchildren.

     She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth, on May 7, 1990; her parents; her brothers:  Rudolph, Carl, and Elden Crapp; and her sister, Myrtle Dolney.

     Funeral services were held on Monday, March 10, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ at Liberty Ridge with Reverend Martin Yeager and Reverend Philip Yeager officiating.  Burial was in Dodge Cemetery, Beetown Township.  Friends called on Monday, March 10, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church.  Memorials were given to St. Paul United Church of Christ, Liberty Ridge. 

Francis B. Simon

Merlyn D. Slaght

     Merlyn D. Slaght, age 84, of Lancaster died Tuesday, July 15, 2008 at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.  He was born on December 13, 1923 in Burton, WI, the son of Elvin and Gladys (Irish) Slaght.  He attended country school and then graduated from Potosi High School.  Merlyn served in the U.S. Army during WWII and was awarded the Purple Heart.  On September 12, 1946, he married Doris Bohringer at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA.  They lived on Burton Hill and later moved near Hurricane and finally to Lancaster in 1950.  He was employed with Waterloo Township and later with John Deere in Dubuque, IA.  Merlyn retired in 1982.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and the outdoors.

     He is survived by his wife, Doris Slaght, Lancaster; his daughter, Debbie (Daniel) Slaght, Cassville; and his sister, LaVon Meier, Potosi.

     He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Maleta Stluka.

     Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 18, 2008 at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Pastor Mark Hoehne officiating.  Burial was in Blakes Prairie Cemetery, Bloomington Township.  Visitation was held on Friday, July 18, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. 

Clairys B. Stark

     Clairys B. Stark, age 84, of Platteville, died on Thursday, January 24, 2008 at Heartland Health Care Center in Platteville.  She was born on April 19, 1923 in Blanchardville, the daughter of Martin J. and Belinda (Swiggum) Einerson.  She graduated from Platteville State Teachers College and taught at a rural school for one year.  Clairys married August H. “Gus” Stark on June 5, 1945.  He preceded her in death on March 8, 1963. 

     Clairys and Gus owned and operated Stark’s Café in Platteville and the A & W Drive-In in Dodgeville for many years.  She also volunteered with meals on wheels while living at the Jenor Towers.  Her family was of utmost importance and she cared for her nieces and nephews as if they were her own children.

     Clairys is survived by her sister, Eileen Einerson, Platteville and her brother, Dean (MaryLou) Einerson, Janesville; a sister-in-law, Mary Jo Einerson, Rockford, IL; three nieces:  Carla (Clark) Buchanan, Maresan, Randee (David) Loss, Hudson and Margaret (John) Winn, Oshkosh; seven nephews:  Mal Einerson, Middleton, Ron (Delores) Einerson, Neenah, Gary (Sandi) Einerson, Sun Prairie, Dean A. (Barbara) Einerson, Rhinelander, John Einerson, San Francisco, CA, Paul Einerson, Oshkosh and David Einerson, Janesville; many great-nieces and nephews; and great-great-nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her husband, Gus; her parents; two brothers, Martin J. and Herbert; her sister, Joan Hirsbrunner; one sister-in-law, Rose Einerson and one brother-in-law, Oswald Hirsbrunner.

     A funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 27, 2008 at the Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville with the Reverend Rom Pegram officiating.  Burial was in Greenwood Cemetery, Platteville.  Visitation was held from 1:30 until time of services Sunday at the funeral home.

Beth M. Stivarius

     Beth M. Stivarius, age 90, of Lancaster, died on Monday, March 31, 2008, at the Lancaster Care Center.  She was born on August 23, 1917, the daughter of William and Toni (Spease) Mathews.  In 1951, Beth married Leo Stivarius.  After their marriage, the couple, farmed in the Montfort area.  Her husband, Leo, died on August 14, 1966.  Beth dearly enjoyed spending time with her family, sewing and quilting. 

     Survivors include her sister, Kitty Crone, Lancaster and many nieces and nephews.

     In addition to her parents, Beth was preceded in death by two daughters in infancy; her husband, Leo; her brothers: Oscar, Clyde and Virgil Mathews; her sisters: Ruby Tindell, Florence Tracy, Harriet Mathews and Sylvia Axtell.

     Funeral services were held on Friday, April 4, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Burial was in Hillcrest Cemetery, Montfort.  Friends called on Friday, April 4, 2008 from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Idabell Studnicka

     Idabell Studnicka, age 70, of Lancaster, died Wednesday, April 23, 2008 at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born August 13, 1937 in Grant County, WI, the daughter of Leroy and Frances (Taylor) Barr.  On October 24, 1959, she married Marvin R. Studnicka at the Beetown Gospel Hall.  Idabell’s working career spanned 36 years at M&I Bank and Dick’s Supermarket, both in Lancaster.  She dearly enjoyed the precious time she spent with her grandchildren. 

     She is survived by her husband, Marvin Studnicka, Lancaster; one son, Brent (Gail) Studnicka, New  Lenox, IL; two daughters:  Robbin (Shane) Zenz, Blue Mounds; and Leah (Mark) Spindler, Mauston; six grandchildren:  Alex, Nathan, and Jenna Studnicka, Taylor and Cletus Zenz, and Annabell Spindler; one brother, Bernard (Annabel) Barr, Soldiers Grove; and four sisters:  Donna (Tom) Williams, Kewaskum; Ruth Hinch, Madison; Georgia (Doug) Klarman, Loves Park, IL; and Martha (Charles) Schaefer, Cross Plains.

     She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Bill Barr; her sister, Naomi Nickel; and her niece, Vicki Hinch.

     Funeral services were held on Monday, April 28, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lancaster Youth & Ag Building.  Burial was in Dodge Cemetery, Beetown Township.  Visitation was held on Sunday, April 27, 2008 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster, and after 9:30 a.m. Monday morning at the Youth & Ag Building.  In lieu of plants and flowers, an Idabell Studnicka memorial fund has been established.

Donald L. Swab

    Donald L. Swab, age 81, of Lancaster, died Saturday, May 17, 2008 at the Lancaster Care Center.  He was born on February 12, 1927 on a farm in  rural Lancaster,  the son of Oscar and Elva M. (Bennett) Swab.  On November 26, 1955, he married Elizabeth L. “Bess” Bilderback at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA.  Don attended Aupperle Grade School and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1944.  He was drafted in the U. S. Army in 1945 and was stationed in Japan until 1947.  After Don was discharged he went to work for Farley & Letcher in Dubuque for one year before working for Murray Electric from 1949 – 1970.  He also was co-owner of Stich & Swab Texaco Station for a year.  In 1970, Don started Swab Electric and sold and retired from the business in 1989.  He also drove school bus for 21 years, was a volunteer with the Lancaster Fire Department for 24 years and was a member of the Sheriff’s Posse in Grant County.  Don was a cradle member of the United Methodist Church in Lancaster, served on the Lancaster City Council for 14 years, played Santa Claus for 15 years, and was member of the William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344 and the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109 both of Lancaster for over 50 years, including serving as Post Commander. 

     He is survived by four children:  Karen (Dennis) Bradley, Janesville; Brenda (Ron) Williams, Prairie du Chien; Jerry (special friend, Lyrae) Swab, Lancaster; and Chuck (Vonnie) Swab, Boscobel; 15 grandchildren; 36 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Dorothy Noble, Lancaster and Arlene Swab, Seymour, WI; three sisters-in-law, Marion Swab, Fitchburg; Hazel Soden, Lancaster and Florence Seaquist, Buffalo, MN; and many nieces and nephews.

     He was preceded in death by his wife, Bess on March 15, 2003; his parents; a son, Jakie; a brother, Roger and two great-grandchildren, Michael Jannisch and Maria Price.

     Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 20, 2008 at 10:30 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Lancaster with Reverend Barbara Cook officiating.  Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster, where Military Honors were accorded by William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344 and the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109.  Family and friends were welcomed from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 19 and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services Tuesday all at the church.  In lieu of flowers and plants, a Donald L. Swab Memorial Fund has been established.

Steven R. Swart

     Steven R. Swart, age 54, of Monroe, formerly of Platteville, died unexpectedly on Friday, February 15, 2008 near his home in Monroe.  Steven was born on June 24, 1953 in Hazel Green, the son of Robert A. and Betty J. (Kies) Swart.  He graduated from Platteville High School in 1971.  While in High School, Steven co-oped with Scott’s Implement in Platteville and he continued to work there while attending Southwest Technical College in Fennimore.  Steve graduated with a degree in Agricultural Mechanics in 1973 from Southwest Technical College.  After graduation, he worked at Studer’s Super Service in Monroe and later operated his own agricultural machinery repair service. 

     Steven married Joan Johnson on December 27, 1975.  He attended Hope Evangelical Free Church in Monroe and was a member of the Moose Lodge in Monroe.  Steven also enjoyed pitching horseshoes and playing cards.  Socializing and participating in family gatherings were two of his favorite activities.

     Steven is survived by three daughters; Melissa (Rob) Martin, Madison, Shauna Swart, Marina Del Rey, CA and Nicole Swart, Madison; his parents, Robert and Betty Swart, Platteville; four brothers and sisters, Kristie (Dennis) Popp, Belmont, Gregory (Julie) Swart, Auburndale, WI, Susan (Jeff) Hillary, Goodyear, AZ and Jeff Swart, Los Angeles, CA; five nephews and one niece; two great-nephews and one great-niece.

     He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Marc Eugene Swart on November 15, 1955; his paternal grandparents, William and Marie (Hinman) Swart and his maternal grandparents, John W. and Lucille (Tracy) Kies.

     Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 22, 2008 at Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville with the Pastor Rick Haworth officiating.  Burial was held in Greenwood Cemetery, Platteville.  Family and friends were welcomed from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 21 and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services Friday all at the funeral home.