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_____________________Madison East 1948
___________ revised 8-4-09

Born
06-24-1925.
Born
02-18-1926.
Born
01-11-1929. From Marshall, Wisconsin




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June 27, 1950 paper is at bottom of : http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/big/0627.html
One
headline reads: "House
Votes 315-4 To Prolong Draft: Korea Crisis Breaks Deadlock"
Roll Call Korea: Veterans'
names are now being added.
Combat veterans:
William
M Rosensteel Jr
United
States
Army
-
Sep 48
- Jun
52
Korean
Service - Sep 51 - Jun 52
Rank: Sergeant First Class
Unit: Tank Company, 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division
Awards and Decorations:
Combat Infantryman Badge
Bronze Star Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Korean Service Medal w/three campaign stars
National Defense Service Medal
United
Nations Korean Service Medal
50th Anniversary Korean War Medal (issued by Republic of Korea 25 Jun 2000)
Don Hedding
Inducted 2-26-1951, Separated 11-25-1952
Sergeant, 25th Infantry Division, Medical Co. 35 Infantry Regiment
Awards: Korean Service Medal with 1 Bronze Service Star, one overseas Bar
United Nations Service Medal, Combat Medical BadgeJoe Heim
Active duty July 2, 1948 to July 1, 1952
Aviation Electronics Technicial, First Class, USN
USS Valley Forge, combat beginning July 15, 1950, then Inchon landing in Sept. 1950
Awards: China Service Medal; Korean Service Medal (1 star); United Nations Medal;
Navy Occupation Medal (Asia); Good Conduct Medal.
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(unit, dates in
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Deaths in 2008 and 2009:
05-20-2009 Waterman, Yvonne Tremblay
Yvonne Tremblay Waterman, age 79, passed away on May 20,
2009 in Clintonville. Yvonne, faithful wife, loving and beloved mother, daughter,
and
sister. Born
in Madison, August 24,
1929, daughter of the late, AJ and Mary Tremblay. She was united in marriage
to William Waterman in 1957. She owned and operated many eating and drinking
establishments thru out the years. Yvonne’s delicious food, fun loving
nature quit wit will be remembered by many. Yvonne possessed a generous sprit
and could be caught in the act of providing a helping hand to someone in need,
whether it be a place to stay, encouragement or a quick kick in the butt. Yvonne
had the gift of getting straight to the heart of the matter, her honesty was
often eye opening, but often as not, when needed, made the difference that
changed may lives to the better, Yvonne loved to cook, paint and dance.
Yvonne is survived by a son, Charles (Sandra) Waterman, Sturgeon Bay; a daughter,
Esther Gerlach, Marion; brothers, AJ Tremblay Jr., Madison; James (Cheri) Tremblay,
Madison; and a sister, Llena (Greg) Green Fayetteville, NC.
Besides her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband William, sister,
Blanche Wreck and Kay Doucette, a brother, Joseph Tremblay and nephews, Christopher
and Andre Tremblay. From Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, Clintonville,
Wisconsin
04-21-2009 Reeb, Jane Estelle (Zimmerman Wirth)
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Tower Tales 1948
MADISON Jane Estelle Reeb, age 80, died on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, at
Oak Park Place Health and Rehab Center, after a long, courageous battle with
pulmonary
fibrosis.
She was born on March 13, 1929, in Chicago to parents Leona and John Reeb.
In 1948 she married Kenneth Wirth whom she later divorced. In 1954, she married
George Zimmerman and lived in both Arlington and Madison raising their family.
The marriage ended amicably after many years. She loved to pursue her artwork
interests in drawing and participate in various entertainment programs at Oak
Park. Jane was easily energized by people and made many friends while at Oak
Park. She is survived by three sons, Mike (Wanda) Reeb of Lehigh Acres, Fla.,
Jim (Laurie) Zimmerman of McFarland, and Jon Zimmerman of Madison; and her
two much-loved granddaughters, Tesha and Sara Zimmerman of McFarland. She was
preceded in death by her parents; and her twin children, Denise and Douglas
Zimmerman. A visitation will be held at the EASTSIDE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH,
2310 Independence Lane, Madison, on Friday, April 24, 2009, at noon followed
by a memorial service at 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made
to HospiceCare Inc., 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Fitchburg, WI 53711. The family
wishes to thank the entire staff at Oak Park and HospiceCare for their care
and kindness to Jane.
My life's been full, I've savored much - Good friends,
good times, a loved one's touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief, Don't
lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your heart and share with me. God
wanted me now, He set me free. - Author Unknown
Ryan Funeral Home and
Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257
www.ryanfuneralservice.com Madison
newspapers April 23, 2009
02-27-2009 Kelly, James E. "Jim"
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MADISON James E. "Jim" Kelly, 79, passed away peacefully,
after an extended illness on Friday, Feb. 27, 2009. He was born on Nov. 10,
1929,
to
Earl and
Gertrude (Klein) Kelly, and was a 1948 graduate of Madison East High
School.
He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Joan Mosuch, on Oct.
14, 1950. After high school, Jim went to work with his father at their Kelly's
Cities Service (Citgo) filling station on East Washington Ave., working alongside
him for many years. Later, he worked for Sletten Vending Service from 1973
until 1981, before retiring at age 71. He also enjoyed serving fans at the
Coliseum for 25 years. Jim was a charter member of St. Dennis Catholic Church,
served on the parish council and took great pride in being a Boy Scout leader
for St. Dennis Troop 149. He made friends wherever he went with his jovial
banter. The highlight of his life was spending time with his family. He was
so proud of his children's accomplishments in life, and especially looked forward
to attending his grandchildren's activities, endearing himself to them. Jim
had a love for the outdoors, but he and Joan especially loved the time spent
at their campsite near Devil's Lake State Park. He is survived by his wife
of 58 years, Joan; his children, Tom (Carole Duh) Kelly of Park City, Utah,
Pat (Gary) Erickson of DeKalb, Ill. and Barb (Joe) Smith of Madison; grandchildren,
Emily (Adam Betz) Erickson-Betz, Charlotte (Brandon Eames) Erickson, Greg and
Kevin Smith, Chris Duh (Shannon Kinney-Duh), Erin Murphy, Michael Duh and Meghan
(Ben) Droessler; and sister, Jean Knickmeyer. He was preceded in death by his
parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Thursday,
March 5, 2009, at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, with Father
Kent Schmitt presiding. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation
will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral on Thursday, at the
church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Dennis Catholic Church.
Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
www.gundersonfh.com
Madison
newspapers March 3, 2009
12-25-2008 Everhart, David John
MADISON David J. Everhart, age 78, died on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2008,
at City View Nursing Home. He was born on Feb. 25, 1930, to Harry and Dorothy
(Geiger)
Everhart.
David graduated from Madison East High School and then served in the U.S. Marine
Corps. He retired from the Dane County Garage. David is survived by a sister,
Mary Birrenkott; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death
by his parents; and seven brothers; Harry Jr., Robert, George, James, Charles,
Paul and Richard. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME,
5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2008. Burial will
follow at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until
time of service on Wednesday. The family would like to extend a thank you to
City View Nursing Home for the care they provided to David. Gunderson
East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
www.gundersonfh.com Madison
newspapers December 28, 2008
08-26-2008 Dahler, Dorothy Fosdick Furseth
MCFARLAND/ MADISON Dorothy Fosdick Dahler, age 78, passed away on Tuesday,
Aug. 26, 2008. She was born on May 28, 1930, in Stoughton, to Henry and Bertha
(Aasheim) Furseth.
Dorothy moved to Madison in 1943 and attended Madison East High School. She
married Donald Fosdick on Oct. 23, 1948. He preceded her in death on April
28, 1985. On Feb. 15, 1987, Dorothy married Glen Dahler. She had worked at
Stop N Go as a clerk for 19 years, until her retirement. Dorothy was a member
of Messiah Lutheran Church and McFarland Senior Citizens. She loved her family
very much. It was a special time for Dorothy to celebrate their birthdays together.
She is survived by her husband, Glen; her son, James (Louise) Fosdick; five
grandchildren, James (Anna) Fosdick Jr., Amy Fosdick, and Elizabeth (Patrick)
Reagan, Nicole (Christopher) Woerth and Tim (Teresa) Fosdick; 10 great-grandchildren,
Meredith and Justin Holt, Katiya, Katrina, Kayden and Kyleigh Fosdick, Kyrstan
and Abrahm Fosdick, Liam Reagan and Anthony Rodefeld; two stepdaughters, Andrea
(Wayne) Bohlmann of West Bend and Deborah (Dennis) Loy of Marquette, Mich.;
a stepson, David (Cindi) Dahler of Madison; and three step-grandchildren, Robyn,
Ben and Casey Dahler. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother,
Howie Furseth. A memorial service will be held at MESSIAH EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN
CHURCH, 5202 Cottage Grove Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30,
2008, with the Rev. Jeff Vanden Heuvel presiding. Visitation will be at the
church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials
may be made to Messiah Lutheran Building Fund. Dorothy will always be
remembered as a very kind and giving person, and will be dearly missed by her
family. Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
www.gundersonfh.com Madison
newspapers August 28, 2008
08-15-2008 Webster, Audrey Stroschein

MADISON Audrey J. Webster, age 77, died on Friday, Aug. 15, 2008, at
Hospice in Fitchburg. She was born in Madison on Oct. 3, 1930, the daughter
of Clifford
and Ruth
Stroschein (Billig). She graduated from Madison East High School in
1948. She
married Clifford Webster in 1951. She was a homemaker, Avon lady, a member
of Bashford United Methodist church and an avid Euchre player. Survivors include
four daughters, Linda Stenseth of Antioch, Ill., Sharon Webster of Madison,
Janis (Bud) Holvay of Royal Palm Beach, Fla. and Karen (Ike Hobbs) Webster
of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a son, Scott Webster of LakeWorth, Fla.; seven grandchildren,
Charles Stenseth, Courtney Webster, Rachel and Andrew Holvay, Jesse and Avery
Webster-Hobbs, and Scotty Webster; three great-grandchildren, Cody and Gage
Stenseth and Maggie Guzman; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather; and her three siblings.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, Aug. 18, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. at BASHFORD
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 329 North St., Madison. The Rev. Francis Deaner will
officiate. Family and friends may call the church from 9:30 a.m. until the
time of service. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Cress Funeral
and Cremation Service 3325 E. Washington Madison (608) 249-6666
www.cressfuneralservice.com Madison
newspapers August 17, 2008
05-22-2008 Bishell, Alden "Al" Ray
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ROCKDALE Alden "Al" Ray
Bishell, age 78, of Rockdale, Wis., died Thursday, May 22, 2008, at his
home. Alden was born in Lancaster, Wis.
on Nov.
12, 1929,
the son of Vernie and Helene (McCormick) Bishell. He graduated from Madison
East High School in 1948. Al served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1948
until 1952. Al worked for Western Electric for more than 30 years, retiring
March 31, 1983. On Dec. 8, 1973, Al married Nancy Lawson at the First Unitarian
Church in Madison. Al's pacemaker is being donated to the Wisconsin School
of Veterinary Medicine. Surviving are his wife, Nancy Bishell of Cambridge;
mother, Helene Richardson of Madison; daughter, Connie (Jim) Evenson of Fort
Atkinson; daughter, Cathy Bishell of Verona; son, Kelly Bishell of Cambridge;
grandchildren, Jason (Angel) Erickson, Holly (Keith) Henn, and Kortney Bishell;
step-grandchild, Kim Evenson; great-grandchild, Zachary Erickson; step-great-grandchildren,
Samantha and Joshua Rutherford; sister, Bonnie Bishell of Pewaukee; sister-in-law,
Jane Lawson of Cambridge; and brother-in-law, David Lawson of Cambridge. He
is further survived by nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held
Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at 3 p.m. at ROCKDALE LUTHERAN CEMETERY with the Rev.
Jane Follmer-Zekoff officiating. An informal gathering to celebrate Al's life
will be held from 4 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 27, 2008, at CAM-ROCK
#3. The Nitardy Funeral Home of Cambridge is assisting the family, www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.
03-01-2008 Turville, Mildred Davies
MADISON Mildred M. Turville, age 78, of Madison, passed away on Saturday,
March 1, 2008, at Nazareth House, Stoughton. She was born on May 9, 1929, in
Madison,
the daughter of Harry Alton and Myra (Randall) Davies. A service
will be held at ROSELAWN MEMORIAL PARK CHAPEL, 401 Femrite Drive, Monona, at
11 a.m. on
Thursday, March 6, 2008. Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers
5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
www.gundersonfh.com Madison
newspapers March 5, 2008
02-17-2008 Crary, Robert C. "Bob"
SALT SPRINGS, FLA. Robert C. "Bob" Crary, age 78, of Salt Springs,
Fla., formerly of Lodi, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2008. He was born Oct.
25, 1929, in Madison,
son of James Crary and Leona (Fick) Cole. Bob graduated from Madison
East High School in 1948. He worked for J.C. Penney Co. before retiring
and moving to Salt Springs 13 years ago. In 1951, he joined Madison Masonic
Lodge No. 325
and in 1988, transferred to Lodi Masonic Lodge No. 99. He had also been a volunteer
at the Salt Springs Fire Department. Bob is survived by his wife of 33 years,
Phyllis; children/ stepchildren, Larry (Chris) Cooper of Madison, Dawn (Donald)
Clemens of DeForest, Kathy McCurdy of Minneapolis, Minn., Steve (Janice Disch)
Crary of Monroe, Doug (Sharon) Crary of Sun Prairie, Mark (Stephanie) Cooper
of Verona, and Brett Cooper of Deerfield; 14 grandchildren, Michael, Mathew,
Lisa, Christopher, Stephanie, Nathan, Shawne, Melissa, Kristen, Miriam, Leah,
Rachel, David and Shawn; 12 great-grandchildren; a brother, Al (Kari) Cole;
and a sister, Marie Keller. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Madison
newspapers February 27, 2008
02-11-2008 Vaughan, John L. "Jack" '49
Photo
courtesy of Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Centers
MADISON John
L. "Jack" Vaughan,
age 76, passed away on Monday, Feb. 11, 2008, at the HospiceCare Center, surrounded
by his loving family.
He was
born on
Aug. 29, 1931, in Dodgeville, the son of Wayne L. and Elinor S. (Pedley) Vaughan.
Jack graduated from Madison East High School, class of 1949. He was employed
at Wisconsin Power and Light Co., Stores Department until the advent of the
Korean War. Jack served his country in the United States Air Force from 1950
until 1954, and overseas in England. On Dec. 25, 1950, he married his high
school sweetheart, Janet Chapman. Jack worked as a metal lather from 1954 until
1958, when he was selected as an investigator in the former Beverage and Cigarette
Tax Division. In 1965, he transferred to the State Board of Health as an investigator
in the Cosmetology Division with eventual promotions to chief of cosmetology
and then executive secretary of its examining board. In 1978, Jack joined the
United States Postal Service and retired in 1993 as a maintenance control technician.
He retired from the Verona Volunteer Fire Department after 14 years of service.
Jack planned and formed the first EMS district in Dane County in 1976, Fitchrona
EMS District. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons, a 32nd degree
Scottish Rite Mason, Zor Shrine's Camel Patrol, and the American Legion. Jack
was an emergency medical technician, firefighter and a registered sanitarian.
Recently he served on the Board of Directors at the Landing Condominiums, his
last residence. Jack enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and especially the
time spent at their summer place, the "Tree Farm," and raising Christmas
trees. Jack is survived by his wife of 57 years, Janet; his mother, Elinor
Vaughan; three children, Susan (Bernie Blaser) Vaughan, Nancy (Mark) Dempsey
and Thomas (Jane) Vaughan; four grandchildren, Andy (Stacy) Dempsey, Heather
(Michael) Brown, Paul (Jennifer) Vaughan and Megan Dempsey; three great-grandchildren,
Hanna, Nolan and Carter; two sisters, Marilyn (Wayne) Larson and Bonnie (Russ)
Burns; and a brother, James (Paula) Vaughan. He was preceded in death by his
father. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203
Monona Drive, at 1 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 15, 2008, with Pastor Craig Jarvis
presiding. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 11:30 a.m. until the
time of the service. Entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Memorials
may be made to Muscular Dystrophy/ALS Division or HospiceCare Inc. Gunderson
East Funeral and Cremation Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420
www.gundersonfh.com Madison
newspapers February 13, 2008


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