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“Mel”
Beloit
Melvin A. Davies, 79, of Beloit passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 25, 2009. Mel was born May 10, 1930 in Platteville, the son of Melvin & Margretta (Parish) Davies. Mel graduated from Platteville High School and attended the Wisconsin Mining School. Mel married the former Bess Cochrane on December 29, 1979 at Bethany Lutheran Church. He was employed by the Beloit Corporation for 35 years, retiring in 1992. Mel was a sports enthusiast and a loyal Packer and Badger Fan. He loved watching his children and grandchildren participate in various sports. Mel also enjoyed spending time at his cottage, “The Glory Hole” on big Roche Cri Lake in Adams Wisconsin where he would often hunt and fish. Mel had an avid interest in Civil War History and was proud of his Great Grandfather who served in the Civil War. He often took trips to visit historic battlegrounds in the southeast. Mel was very adept on the golf course and the dance floor.
Mel is survived by his wife, Bess Davies, three sons, Brad Davies of Beloit, Mark (Donna) Davies of Beloit, and Tom (Terry) Davies of Beloit, three daughters, Brenda (James) Home of South Beloit, IL, Diane (Ed) Schoonover of Beloit, and Donna (John) Yuhas of Beloit, two sisters, Delores Langkamp of Platteville, WI and Connie (Dick) Olszewski of Chico, CA, two step sons, Michael Cochrane of Davenport, IA and Mark (Janna) Cochrane of Appleton, WI. Mel is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Jefferson Melvin Davies, an infant son James Andrew Davies and an infant great granddaughter Jena Valliant.
The family wishes to give a special Thank You to Dr. Ron Kodras & the Beloit Regional Hospice for their concern, care and compassion.
Mel’s Funeral Service will be 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2009 at the SCHOENFELD – MARK Funeral Home, 1000 Inman Parkway, Beloit WI with Rev. David Meding officiating. Friends will be received on Saturday 10:00 a.m. until the time of service in the funeral home. The cortege will process to East Lawn Cemetery for interment. All are invited for luncheon and fellowship in the new Banquet Hall at the funeral home following the interment.
Dorothy Sowl
Dorothy Sowl, age 92, died Saturday June 13, 2009. Dorothy was born on January 20, 1917, in Beloit to Demosthenes and Maria (Gallandis) Stasnopolis. She married Robert Burnell Sowl on April 4, 1940, at the First Methodist Church in Beloit.
Dorothy is survived by her son David (Patricia) Sowl; her daughter Mary (Bevan) Suits; her grandsons Samuel and George Sowl, and Carlo Suits; her sister, Athena Potter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Robert, sisters Angeline Galineas, Lily Radcliffe, Bessie Stasnopolis, and brothers George, Alex and Harry Stasnopolis and Nick Stacy.
A Celebration of Life for Dorothy will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 20th in the SCHOENFELD-MARK FUNERAL HOME, 1000 Inman Parkway, Beloit, with the Rev. Phil Ramsey officiating. Friends will be received on Saturday at the Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
BERL O. WILDERMUTH
Clinton
Berl O. Wildermuth, 98, of rural Clinton, WI, died Thursday, May 14, 2009, in Harbor House, Clinton, WI. He was born February 12, 1911 in Fargo, N.D., the son of Jerome and Ava Dutton Wildermuth. Berl and his family moved to Aurora, IL where he attended and graduated from high school. He married Ellen Dutton February 20, 1937 in Rockford, IL. She died in July of 1970. He went on to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1939. He became a farmer and a herdsman at a dairy in Georgia before moving to his farm near Clinton in 1941. Berl married Helen Wallace on April 4, 1972 in Belleview, Florida in her parents home. He was a member of the Turtle Grange and NFO and President of Wildermuth Farms, Inc. Berl enjoyed farming, golf, biking and traveling in his RV. In his retirement years, they wintered in DeFuniak Springs, FL.
Berl is survived by his wife, Helen; his son, Robert (Anita) Wildermuth of Clinton, WI; several nieces, nephews and cousins and a host of friends.
The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Harbor House and Beloit Regional Hospice for the care and compassion given to Berl.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Ellen, an infant daughter, three brothers and their wives, Rolney and Olive Wildermuth, Loren Wildermuth, Orliss and Betty and Polly Wildermuth; two sisters and their husbands, Doris and Charles Houser and Avela Nelson and Bill McKee, and in-laws Dr. Herb and Nona Dutton and Darl and Milton Smith.
Berl’s Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Sunday, June 14, 2009, in the SCHOENFELD - MARK Funeral Home, 504 Milwaukee Road, Clinton, WI with Ted Niehaus officiating. Friends may call Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service in the funeral home. All are welcome to enjoy a light lunch with the family after the service in the Funeral Home. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the Clinton Cemetery, Clinton, WI. Memorials may be given to Beloit Regional Hospice, 655 Third Street, Suite 200, Beloit, WI 53511 or Rock County Alzheimer Support Center, 20 South Main Street, Janesville, WI 53545
Arnold Jacob Johnson
“Arnie”
Beloit
Native Beloiter and business owner Arnold Jacob Johnson, age 86, died at Premier Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing on Tuesday, June 9, 2009 following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his mother and father Elias and Maren Johnson, his sisters Viola Johnson and Ruth Monnot, a brother Christopher Johnson, sons Christopher and Gregory and grandson Nicholas Johnson. He is survived by his wife of sixty-five years, Betty, his son Andrew (Jeanie) of Janesville, a daughter Jennifer (Marvin) Hoekman of Beloit, and five grandchildren; Eric Johnson of Minneapolis, MN, Tamara (Dan) Meldrum of Beloit, Christopher McKinney (Amanda Engstrom) of Pennsylvania and Meghan McKinney (Kyle Slavin) of Beloit. He leaves behind two great grandchildren, Dalton Johnson of Beloit and Lacey May Meldrum of Beloit. Surviving are his brother Harold (Hardy) Johnson, sisters Rang Mowers, Sollie (Jack) Carter and Mary Hanaman, sister-in-law Lorraine “Boots” Johnson, all of Beloit as well as a sister-in-law and brother-in-law Lawrence and Gloria Woodman of Evansville Manor and sister-in-law Irene Martinson of Beloit. Many nieces and nephews will miss Uncle Arn as well as numerous dear and close friends.
Arnie married Betty Lee on March 18, 1944. They would ultimately raise four children and walk a path they never would have dreamed. Arnie Johnson was an active man. In his younger days he garnered the Beloit Jaycees Outstanding Man of the Year Award as well as becoming a Beloit Charter Member of the Toastmasters. He was president of Merrill School PTA and a charter member and president of Calvary Lutheran Church. He taught Sunday School and enjoyed the frequent Penguin Club dances with Betty. However, Arnie’s true energy was reserved for his dedication to handicapped children. With the birth of their second son, Christopher, and the knowledge of his severe handicaps, came life-long work on behalf of mentally challenged children and all those less fortunate. Arnie was president of the local chapter of the Association of Retarded Children (ARC), president of the state ARC, on the state board and organized the state ARC convention. He moved on to a position on a national AARC committee while also lending his efforts to fund drives to purchase and outfit a building to house the Beloit Center for Retarded and Handicapped Children.
Arnie was a Beloit booster without question. As the owner of Kitto the Printer he encouraged people to shop Beloit first. Many years later Arnie sold Kittos to his son, Gregory, who ran the business with Arnie as an employee for many years. Arnie Johnson was one of those stalwart, honest men with a dry, often corny sense of humor. He never missed an opportunity to tell a joke. That he happened to be of Norwegian heritage was of great substance to him and interest to others, but the true measure of Arnie was his quiet love for his family and his fierce and undying adoration for Betty. Arnie and Betty loved their weekend salvage expeditions to garage sales and antique stores. Arnie had a gift for refinishing and restoring cast-offs. Often family and friends were unable to tell new from old when he was done. The name Arnold means to fly high like an eagle. That’s what Arnie used to tell people. He did visit the eagle’s aerie when he was young although then his wings were made of metal and the rush of air past his face came from the propellers of his AT-11. When he landed permanently after WWII, the eagle remained his friend and slowly, over the years, he collected quite an aviary. The eagle and Arnie kept each other company. It’s not too much of a stretch to think of Arnie soaring with his namesake. Surely they will take our prayer to him.
Good bye, Dad. We’ll catch up with you soon.........
The family would like to thank several individuals and agencies for their long and dedicated care of Arnie. Dr. Shelly Johnson of Beloit Hospital. The entire staff of Beloit Memorial Hospital’s third floor as well as the housekeeping and cafeteria staff. The staff and doctors of the VA Hospital in Madison and the staff of the ICU of University Hospital Madison. The staff at Premier Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing, especially the Rehab Wing staff. The staff of Hospice Care Inc., especially Sarah, Shelly, the CNA’s and the volunteers who sat with Arnie. Special thanks go to Tracey, Donna and Richmond for their loving support and care of Arnie and Betty. In the last five years Arnie spent many, many hours, days and in some cases, months under the care of nurses, doctors, CNA’s, LPN’s and techs. We thank you for your many kindnesses, for your professionalism and for your willingness to extend your heart towards Arnie the patient and perhaps more, towards Arnie the man.
Arnie’s Funeral Service with Communion will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13, 2009 in the SCHOENFELD-MARK FUNERAL HOME, 1000 Inman Parkway, Beloit with the Pastor Kurt Handrick officiating. Friends will be received on Friday, June 12, 2009 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home and again on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. All are invited to share a catered lunch to be served in the new Community Room. Interment and Full Military Burial Rites will take place on Monday at 10:00 a.m. at Eastlawn Cemetery. A memorial is being established in Arnie’s name.
Juanita M. Hadley
Juanita M. Hadley 79, of 2121 Pioneer Drive, Beloit died Saturday May 30, 2009 in Premier Health and Rehabilitation Center, Beloit. She was born July 7, 1929 to the late Lester and Edna (Aas) Morkved in LaCrosse, WI. Juanita married Hiram Hadley on February 26, 1946 in Westby. She worked at Fox’s Supermarket and the Family Dollar Store. Juanita was a dedicated mother and homemaker who enjoyed cooking & family picnics. She was an avid card player and hosted the “Wednesday Night” card gatherings for many years.
She is survived by her husband, Hiram Hadley; her four children, Judith Pomplum, Bonita (Joe) Grimm, John (Janis) Hadley & Debra Milan; six grandchildren, Jerry (Shelly), Brandi (Mike), John Jr., Jenna, Eric & Patrick (Amy); six great grandchildren, Joelle, Lauri, Brendon, Madison, Tayla and Zack; her brother Larry (Tina) Morkved and one aunt.
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, and three sons in law, David, Butch & Clifford.
Juanita’s Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday June 2, 2009 at the SCHOENFELD – MARK Funeral Home, 1000, Inman Parkway, Beloit, with Rev. Ian Stirrant officiating. Friends will be received on Tuesday at the Funeral Home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service. All are welcome to share a meal with family members in the newly installed Banquet Facility at the funeral home. A memorial is being established in her name.
Ralph R. Statton
Ralph R. Statton, 91, of Clinton, WI, died Monday, May 25, 2009, in Harbor House, Clinton, WI.
He was born March 25, 1918 in Cumberland, WI, the son of William and Mabel Mullikin Statton. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving from September 24, 1942 to December 31, 1945. During his tour of duty, Ralph and his brothers, Joe, Don, Dale, Clyde and Warren all served in the Armed Forces at the same time and all came home and lived a long life. This was a rare occurrence in the U.S. Armed Forces. Ralph married Doris Benson on August 16, 1942 in Barron, WI. He was a milk truck driver and mechanic in Rice Lake, WI before moving to Clinton in 1956 where they resided for 53 years. He was employed as an Erector with Beloit Corporation for 25 years retiring in 1981. Ralph was a member of the American Legion Post #0440 and V.F.W. Post # 10430 of Clinton, the Quarter Century Club of Beloit Corporation and Jefferson Prairie Lutheran Church. He formerly was a member of Pella Lutheran Church in Clinton. Ralph enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, story telling, gardening and most of all his grandkids.
Survivors include his wife, Doris; three daughters, Louise Buchmann of Rice Lake, WI, Diane (Ben) Valenza of The Villages, FL and Vicky (Joe) Turchiniak of Stillwater, MN; two sons, Richard (Rita) Statton of Harshaw, WI and Charles (Janet) Statton of Clinton, WI; ten grandchildren, Hans Buchmann III, Brad Buchmann, Amy Jo Pedone, Lisa Feyereisen, Shelly Mayer, Joetta Hofstrom, Tricia Schmalz, Kristen Franseen, Kyle Statton and Korey Statton; twelve great grandchildren; two brothers, Warren (Marlys) Statton of MN and Manford Statton of MT; three sisters, Evelyn Behling of N.C., Lois Moe and Ruth Graves both of MN; many nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
The family would like to thank Harbor House and Beloit Regional Hospice for the care and compassion they gave Ralph .
He was predeceased by his parents; granddaughter, Sheri Statton-Foster; son-in-law, Hans Buchmann II, grandson-in-law, Matt Hofstrom; four brothers, Joseph Statton, Donald Statton, Dale Statton and Clyde Statton and a sister, Leota Buss.
Ralph’s funeral services will be 12:00 Noon, on Saturday, May 30, 2009, in Jefferson Prairie Lutheran Church, 23184 Bergen Road, Poplar Grove, IL with Pastor Thomas G. Groth officiating. Burial, with full military rites, will be accorded Ralph in the Clinton Cemetery following the service.Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:30 a.m until time of service in the Church. A memorial fund is being established in Ralph’s name.
