Callies, Pearl Cecelia.
Born January 1, 1942, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. Died Thursday, April 4, 1996, at St. Luke’s South Shore Hospital, Cudahy, Milwaukee Co., WI (age 54). Buried in Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI.Pearl Cecelia Callies was married July 22, 1961, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, to a classmate:
Wayne Warren Schwartz. Born July 4, 1941, in the Town of Lebanon, Dodge Co., WI. They have a son, Randy.Lived at: Lake Geneva, Walworth Co., WI.
The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, April, 1996
Pearl Schwartz
LAKE GENEVA – Pearl C. Schwartz, 54, of 1714 Miller Court and formerly of Watertown, died Thursday, April 4, 1996 at St. Luke’s South Shore Hospital in Cudahy. A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday at the First Evangelical Lutheran Church with the Rev. Verlyn J. Dobberstein officiating. Burial will be in the Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. Monday until the time of the service at the church. The Steinke Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be given to the church. She was born Jan. 1, 1942 in Watertown, the daughter of Walter and Cecilie (Hensler) Callies. She was married to Wayne W. Schwartz on July 21, 1960 in Watertown. A 1959 graduate of Watertown High School, she was a resident of Lake Geneva for the past 25 years. She was a member of the First Evangelical Lutheran Church of Lake Geneva and was employed as a secretary at Badger High School for the past 18 years. Survivors include her husband; one son, Randall W. of Chicago, Ill.; one sister, Donna Bunts of Milwaukee; and two brothers, Robert Janish of Scotland and Eugene Janish of Georgia. Preceding her in death were her parents.
Checota, Penelope Cecilia "Penny". Born March 24, 1941, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. Died June 10, 2020, at Village at Manor Park Nursing Home, West Allis, WI (age 79). Buried in West Lawn Memorial Park, Mount Pleasant, Racine Co., WI.
Penelope Cecilia "Penny" Checota was married January 27, 1962, in Watertown, WI, to: Murray Paul Carew. Born May 24, 1939, in Antigo, Langlade Co. WI. Died December 11, 1997, at Froedtert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI (age 58). Buried in West Lawn Memorial Park, Mount Pleasant, Racine Co., WI.
The Journal Times, Racine, Racine Co., WI, December 13, 1997
RACINE - Murray Paul Carew, 58, passed away at Froedert Memorial Hospital, Milwaukee, on Thursday, December 11, 1997.
Murray was born in Elcho on May 24, 1939, son of the late Murray and Julia E. (nee: Halloran) Carew. On January 27, 1961 in Watertown he was united in marriage to Penelope C. Checota. He served in the United States Army, and was employed by J. I. Case Company for over 25 years, retiring in 1992. Murray was also employed for the past 10 years at the Racine Journal Times and the past five years at Laidlaw, working up until his illness. He was a member of St. Sebastian's Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus. Survivors include his wife, Penelope “Penny"; his daughters, Marie (Greg) Davison of O'Fallon, Ill., Jennifer (Win) Kipp of Milwaukee; his sons, Murray Joseph (Jennifer) Carew of Racine, Peter Anthony Carew of Racine; seven grandchildren; one great-grandson; sister, Mary Ellen (Jerry) Sill of Edgerton; brothers, Donald Carew of Denver, Colo., James (Joyce) Carew of Clear Lake, Iowa; mother-in-law, Rachael Checota of Watertown; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jennifer (Russ) Stevens of Fort Atkinson, Rebecca Checota of San Francisco, Calif., Monica Paoli of San Francisco, Calif., Joseph (Ellen) Checota of Milwaukee; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Sebastians Catholic Church, 3030 95th Street, Sturtevant, on Monday, December 15, 1997, at 11 a.m. with Rev. James Kendzierski officiating. Private interment will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park. MARESH-MEREDITH FUNERAL HOME, 803 Main Street 634-7888
The Journal Times, Racine, Racine Co., WI, Sunday, June 21, 2020
Penelope C. Carew (Nee: Checota)
March 24, 1941 - June 10, 2020
WEST ALLIS/FORMERLY OF RACINE -
Penelope C. Checota, age 79, passed away Wednesday, June 10, 2020 at Village at Manor Park Nursing Home, West Allis, WI. She was born in Watertown, WI, March 24, 1941, daughter of the late Joseph and Rachael (Nee: Schmidt) Checota. On January 27, 1961, she was united in marriage to Murray Paul Carew in Watertown, Wisconsin. Penelope was a longtime member of St. Sebastian Catholic Church. An excellent cook and baker, she also enjoyed crocheting, gardening, and going to the movies. She never missed watching a Milwaukee Brewers or Green Bay Packers game on television. Penelope also had a great love for her yorkies, who were always by her side. Above all, she was devoted to and cherished time spent with her family. During her time at Village at Manor Park, she looked forward to the weekly visits from friends and family. She was always ready for an afternoon of playing cards! She will be dearly missed by her children, Marie (Greg) Davison of O'Fallon, IL, Joseph Carew of Burlington, Jennifer (Win) Kipp of Chicago, IL; 8 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; brother and sisters, Joseph (Ellen) of Milwaukee, Jennifer (Russ) Stevens of Holmen, WI, Becky Checota of Walnut Creek, CA, Monica Paoli of San Rafel, CA; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. A private ceremony will be held in the fall. MARESH-MEREDITH AND ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 803 MAIN ST. RACINE, WI 53403 (262) 634-7888
Christian, Nordien Robert. Born May 4, 1940, on the farm, Town of Lebanon, Dodge Co., WI. Died September 28, 2019, at Brook Gardens Place, Lake Mills, Jefferson Co., WI (age 79). Buried in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery, Town of Lebanon, Dodge Co., WI.
Nordien Robert Christian was married April 18, 1964, to: Sally Lynn Schilling. Born March 28, 1944, on the farm, Town of Lebanon, Dodge Co., WI. Died February 12, 2023, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center, Johnson Creek, Jefferson Co., WI (age 78). Buried in Pilgrims Rest Cemetery, Town of Lebanon, Dodge Co., WI. Divorced in 2001.
The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Tuesday, October 1, 2019
Nordien R. Christian
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI, February, 2023
Sally Christian
March 28, 1944 — February 12, 2023
Sally L. Christian, 78 of Sayner, WI, passed away on Sunday, February 12th, 2023, at Rainbow Hospice Inpatient Center of Johnson Creek. Sally was born March 28, 1944, the daughter of Milton Sr. and Otilia (Wagner) Schilling. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon. Sally enjoyed woodworking, painting, and various crafts. She made pieces for family and friends as well as decorating her own yard with a variety of landscapes. She loved going to the scenic areas of the northwoods, including waterfalls and lakeshores. She loved nature and watching the animals in her yard. Sally also enjoyed rummaging, flea markets, and collecting antiques and trinkets for her yard. Many relatives and friends considered Sally a second mother. She was a great listener and always checked in on her loved ones weekly. Sally spent a majority of her life as a homemaker and was willing to help people whenever she could. Sally is survived by: her significant other Art Nass; children; Robert (Cindy Feuling) Christian, Sonja (John) Williams, Chad (Barb) Christian and Curtis (Rachel) Christian; grandchildren Brandi (Jason) Heller, Ricki Christian, Galen (Jessy) Christian-Vinz, Sierra Christian, Shea Christian and Justice Christian; step-grandchildren, Zach Lehman, Jess Lurvey, Alanna Behreandt, Chris (Danielle) Will, Mike (Katie) Will, Sarah (Joel) Rennhack; 6 great-grandchildren; 7 step-great-grandchildren; siblings Joe Schilling, Judy Rux and Julia Schilling; nieces Evelyn Olson, Patricia Brockman, Diane Czerwinski, Jean Frank, Shirley Licking, Bev Stevie, Kerry Lamke, and Tammy Connor; nephews Raymond Olson, Richard Olson, Chuck Healy, Stan Healy, Harold Schilling, Wayne Schilling, Bobby Schilling, Brad Rux and Jene Rux. Sally is also survived by other relatives and friends. Sally is preceded in death by: her parents Milton and Otilia Schilling; son Darin Christian; siblings Milton Schilling Jr., Ron Schilling, and Beverly Schilling; nephews Ron Schilling Jr. and James Rux; and niece Cindy Rux. The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to Rainbow Hospice Care for the loving care provided to Sally. Also, the family would like to thank the Marshfield Medical Center-Weston care providers for their exceptional service. And special thanks to the Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home for the prompt, respectful, and caring service provided to our family during this time of mourning. Memorials in Sally’s name can be directed to Rainbow Hospice Care or the family of Sally. Per Sally’s wishes, no formal services will be held at this time.
Claas, Elaine M. Born June 25, 1941, in the Town of Menomonee, Waukesha Co., WI.
Elaine M. Class was married September 5, 1964, to a classmate: Timothy Elmer "Tim" Justmann. Born May 20, 1941, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI.
Lived at: N6735 Woodfield Lane, Lake Mills, WI 53551
Clark, Patricia Lynn. Born February 2, 1940, in Milwaukee, Milwaukee Co., WI.
Patricia Lynn Clark was first married (1) October 26, 1957, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, to: LeRoy Raymond Mueller. Born February 18, 1937, in the Town of Milford, Jefferson Co., WI. Died September 13, 1999, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI (age 62). Buried in Saint Bernard's Catholic Cemetery, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. Divorced in 1961.
Patricia Lynn (Clark) Mueller then married (2) to:
Larry Erich Maas. Born March 8, 1943, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. Died August 7, 2003, in Waukesha Co., WI (age 60). Buried in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI.Clifford, Joseph Patrick "Joe". Born June 19, 1941, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. He graduated from Watertown High School in 1959, and then graduated from St. Thomas Academy in St. Paul, MN. He received his Bachelor's degree from Wisconsin State College, La Crosse, in June, 1964.
Joseph Patrick "Joe" Clifford was married December 28, 1963, to: Germaine Lois Blase. Born July 12, 1940, in the Town of Summit, Waukesha Co., WI. Died Friday April 22, 2022, in Lake Geneva, Walworth Co., WI (age 81).
Lived at: 1024 Lake Geneva Boulevard, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Thursday, April 28, 2022
Germaine Lois (Blase) Clifford
July 12, 1940 - April 22, 2022
Lake Geneva, WI - Germaine Clifford, 81, of the Lake Geneva area passed from this life to her next life on Friday April 22, 2022, with a smile on her face and her family by her side. Germaine grew up in Watertown, Wisconsin, spending much of her childhood on a farm. Moving into town she graduated from Watertown High School, where she met her future husband, Joe. After a seven-year courtship, they were married in December of 1963. She raised her family and whole-heartedly embraced the role of a coach's wife. Germaine dedicated her life to two pillars, her faith and her family. She was an active member of First Evangelical Lutheran Church, holding numerous positions and serving on many committees. She viewed her service to the church as her calling. Along with her faith, her family always came first, making sure she was always available for them. Germaine's life of service was extensive as she had an impact for several decades with athletes at Badger High School. She spent countless hours volunteering for many athletic programs at Badger. Her years of service at her church and at the high school laid the foundation for her service to the community of Lake Geneva as City Treasurer. Alongside Germaine's strong commitment to the Lake Geneva community, she had many other talents and interests. She enjoyed sewing, arts and crafts projects, and also had a talent for oil painting. The walls of her home are a wonderful display of her talents and depth of her artistic abilities. Germaine especially cherished sharing her artistic talents with her grandchildren. Working on arts and crafts projects in Grandma's basement was a very special time for them. Germaine loved to travel. She took many trips to different parts of the world, accompanied by Joe, family, and friends. Special trips included family skiing out west, visits to Germany, and adventures at Disneyworld with her grandchildren. Germaine and Joe could usually be found at Camp Randall stadium on football Saturdays, supporting the Wisconsin Badgers. Their Badger passion also took them to many bowl game destinations as well, including a few trips to the Rose Bowl. Germaine also had a passion for music. Her interests ranged from liturgical to country western. She was also an "under the radar" Parrot Head and could be seen at a Jimmy Buffett show every summer. Germaine had a broad range of interests, which led to her involvement in many things, while never losing sight of what was important. Germaine always put the needs of others ahead of her own. Her passion for faith, family, and helping others permeated every day for her. She impacted the lives of many and will be lovingly missed by family and friends. Germaine is survived by her husband of over 58 years, Joseph, her sons Michael (Paige) and Daniel (Melissa), her sisters Marie Buff (Jerry) and Bernadine Blasé. Her parents, Theodore and Irma, and her brother Otto preceded her in death. Germaine was a loving and proud grandmother to Timothy (Mary Kate), Andrew, Matthew, Maureen, Connor, Kiera and Morgan. She was a sister-in-law to Thomas (Carol) and William (Colette). She was an aunt and Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Services for Germaine will be held on Saturday, April 30th, 2022, at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lake Geneva at 10:00am. Burial will immediately follow the service at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday April 29th, 2022, from 4:00pm till 7:00pm at Derrick Funeral Home. In lieu of other expressions of sympathy the family has asked that you make a donation in Germaine's name to the Badger High School Scholarship Fund. Information has been provided on where to send your donation to on the Derrick Funeral Home website. To post an online condolence please visit www.derrickfuneralhome.com. Derrick Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family of Germaine Clifford
.Coughlin, Eugene Patrick "Gene". Born July 11, 1940, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI.
Eugene Patrick "Gene" Coughlin was married August 25, 1962, to: Victoria Hermenia "Vicki" Eberle. Born April 12, 1944, in Paint Twp., Holmes Co., OH.
Lived at: N901 Welsh Road, Watertown, WI 53098
Crouch, Karen Darlene "Dolly". Born June 11, 1941, in the Town of Farmington, Jefferson Co., WI.
Karen Darlene "Dolly" Crouch was first married (1) about 1959, to Unknown Hrobsky. Born Unknown.
Karen Darlene "Dolly" Crouch then married (2) about August 29, 1964, in Jefferson Co., WI, Unknown, to: Albert Wayne "Al" Grunewald. Born June 4, 1936, in Watertown, Dodge Co., WI.
Lived at: 201 Oak Hill Court, Watertown, WI.
Dittmann, Daniel Edward A. "Dan". Born December 1, 1940, in Watertown, WI. Died December 1, 2018, in Watertown, WI (age 78). Buried in Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI.
Daniel Edward A. "Dan" Dittmann married August 1, 1964, in Watertown, WI, to: Sandra Louise "Sandie" Hosfeld. Born February 7, 1942, in Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI. Died March 5, 2015, in Watertown WI (age 73). Buried in Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI.
The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Tuesday, March 10, 2015
Sandra L. Dittmann
On Thursday, March 5, 2015, Sandra L. (Hosfeld) Dittmann, age 73, Watertown, surrendered this earthly life to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born Feb. 7, 1942, Sandie was the daughter of Arnold and Louise Hosfeld of Watertown and the last remaining member of her immediate family. Sandie often referred to March 1, 1942, as her true spiritual birthday when she was baptized and entered into the community of Christian faith. She married Daniel E. Dittmann on Aug. 1, 1964, in their hometown of Watertown. Sandie loved all animals and reluctantly leaves behind Sweep Pea and Shug Avery, her beloved Bichon Frises who daily tugged on her heartstrings. Her husband, Dan, survives her. Together they praised and thanked God for each other and His many blessings upon them. He brought them together as high school sweethearts, allowing them to remain the love of each other’s lives for 50-plus married years. Two special and dearly beloved friends, Ester Ann Flater of Lake Mills and Betty Lillge of Watertown, were Sandie’s constant comforters, confidants and beacons of hope. Many relatives and friends will be saddened by the loss of Sandie’s genuine smile and unaffected, God-fearing approach to life in this world. Included are a number of friends in the New York and Chicago areas where the Dittmanns lived and worked for many years. Private Christian graveside services were held today with the Rev. Karl Walther of St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church officiating. Memorials to St. Mark’s School Fund would be appreciated. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at svfuneralhome. com. “For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord.” (Romans 6:23) This is the law and gospel — the very words of the one and only true triune God, Sandie lived by all her life. Sandie is now the recipient in full of His free gift for all eternity. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown.
The Watertown Daily Times, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, Wednesday, December 5, 2018
Daniel E. Dittmann
Daniel Edward Dittmann, age 78, of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, to be with his Lord and Savior and his wife, Sandie. Dan was born on Dec. 1, 1940, to William and Helen Dittmann of Watertown. He graduated from Watertown High School and later graduated from Marquette University. Dan married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Sandra Hosfeld, on Aug. 1, 1964, at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Later, both he and Sandie became devoted members of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. He will be missed by his sister, Janet Howey; brother, Clarence Dittmann; cousin, Betty Lillge; and many other relatives and friends, especially dear friends Esther Ann Flater and Mark Bartlett, both of Watertown. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandie, and his parents. Private services will be held at a later date. Memories and condolences may be sent on www.watertownwifuneralhome.com. Memorials may be sent to St. Mark's Lutheran Church, Rainbow Hospice or the charity of one's choice. Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family. Schumutzler-Vick Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 500 Welsh Road Watertown.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home, Watertown, Dodge Co., WI, Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Daniel Edward Dittmann
Daniel Edward Dittmann, age 78 of Watertown, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 1, 2018 to be with his Lord and Savior and his wife, Sandie. Dan was born on December 1, 1940 to William and Helen Dittmann of Watertown. He was a lifelong resident of Watertown, graduating from Watertown High School and later graduating from Marquette University. Daniel married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Sandra Hosfeld on August 1, 1964 at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Later, both he and Sandie became devoted members of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church. Dan is preceded in death my his wife and parents. He will be missed by his sister; Janet Howey, brother; Clarence Dittmann, cousin; Betty Lillge, and many other relatives and friends, especially dear friends Esther Ann Flater and Mark Bartlett, both of Watertown. Private Services will be held at a later date. Memories and condolences may be sent on www.watertownwifuneralhome.com. Memorials may be sent to St. Mark Lutheran Church, Rainbow Hospice or the charity of one’s choice. Schumutzler-Vick Funeral Home & Cremation Service is serving the family.
Doerr, Terry Lee. Born September 20, 1941, in Watertown, WI.
Terry Lee Doerr married June 11, 2010, at the Watertown Conservation Club, Jefferson Co., WI, to:
Lived at: Watertown, WI 53098
Hafemeister Funeral Home, Watertown, Jefferson Co., WI, November 7, 2017
Suzanne K. “Sue” Lawrence
Suzanne K. “Sue” Lawrence, age 74, of Watertown, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 at her home. Suzanne Kay Baltz was born on April 29, 1943 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Henry and Molly (nee Palmersheim) Baltz. On August 19, 1961, she was united in marriage to Robert Lawrence in Milwaukee. Together they lived in Burlington for 19 years. They then moved to Reedsburg where they lived until Robert’s passing on November 5, 1996. On June 11, 2010, she was united in marriage to Terry Doerr at the Watertown Conservation Club. She had been employed as a CNA at Watertown Memorial Hospital and Zinzendorf Hall in Watertown. She also worked at Jones of New York in Johnson Creek. Sue enjoyed painting and crocheting as well as ballroom dancing and playing Yahtzee. She loved Indian Dolls and Christmas. Sue was an avid dachshund lover. Sue enjoyed her trips up to the trailer and fishing. She is survived by her husband, Terry Doerr of Watertown; three daughters, Corrie (Brian) Lois, Tammie Boese and Kathy (Tim) Johnson; seven grandchildren, Carrie, Kylie, Kelly, Megan, Staci, Emma and Nathan; six great-grandchildren; sister, Debbie (Mike) Troedel; brother-in-law, Roger Dillin as well as special friends, Patti and Rose. Sue was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Robert Lawrence and two sisters, Shirley and Mary. A celebration of Sue’s life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family to help cover funeral costs would be appreciated. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.hafemeisterfh.com.
Durkee, Martha Frances. Born November 10, 1941, in Los Angeles Co., CA.
Martha Frances Durkee married April 21, 1961, in Portsmouth, VA, to:
William Joseph Schuck. Born August 19, 1940, in Unknown. Died January 23, 2009, in Wisconsin (age 68). Buried in Saint Johns Catholic Cemetery, Washington Co., WI.Lived at: Hartford, Washington Co., WI.