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Health and medicine Green Bay Press-Gazette Sunday, April 17, 1994 ive theiir live in the mm Middle Americans' AIDS risk oversold, some critics say lit f3ilJ into the mainstream of American life, and many believe it probably never will. As for the typical American someone who is straight, who is not very promiscuous, who does not shoot drugs or knowingly sleep with those who do most experts agree the risk of AIDS falls somewhere been low and infinitesimal. Yet the public health message often implies otherwise. This so-called democratization of AIDS, the quest to make it Middle America's health worry, troubles some. "As a physician who takes care of people with HIV, I get fairly irritated when I see public health messages that try to depict white, middle-class people," said Dr.

Deborah Cotton of Massachusetts General Hospital. "It doesn't make any sense at all," she went on. "I fear the reason is we live in a racist society where the health problems of whites are considered to be more important. So we have to package this disease as a threat to the white middle class to get funding for it, to get attention, to get The focus of public health messages is stirring up a backlash By Daniel Q. Haney Associated Press Americans see these faces of AIDS: a lovely young blond woman worrying about catching-the virus from guys, a movie-star handsome white fellow wondering what to tell his daughter about the disease.

Over and over, public service ads picture folks who are mostly heterosexual, who look comfortably well off and who, more often than not, are white. The message is reinforced by such campaigns as the "America Responds to AIDS" ads of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and it is simple. AIDS is a threat to the middle class. But is it? Should people like these really lose sleep over getting AIDS? Opinions differ.

But a backlash seems to be emerging against what some say is an over-zealous job of selling this epidemic to ordinary people. In fact, there is no sign that AIDS has spread to any extent AP photo Life without sunlight Jaime Harrison, 9, left, and her sister, Sherry, 7 are shown in their dimly-lit Meridian home recently. The girls have a rare genetic intolerance for the sun that allows them to go outdoors only when it's dark. DEATH NOTICES AND FUNERALS DEATH NOTICES AND FUNERALS The sisters have a rare disorder that can make sunlight deadly By Kathleen Holder Associated Press MERIDIAN, Calif. The Harrison family has been harassed, shunned and ridiculed as "vampires." Their truck was vandalized, an antenna atop their house shot off, one of their dogs killed.

All this because their daughters, 9-year-old Jaime and Sherry, 7, have a rare genetic intolerance for the sun that leaves its victims vulnerable to skin cancers, blindness and neurological damage. The girls spend their days inside a dimly lit house. Only between dusk and dawn can they venture out for typical kid pastimes such as school, ballet, judo and camping. "When it gets dark, we go out to play," Jaime said. In the 7 'a years since the disease was diagnosed, the family has adapted to living in the twilight.

They wish others would be more tolerant. "Sometimes it seems that for every good person, there's four or five bad people," said Jim Harrison, 38, a cabinetmaker and part-time judo instructor. After experiencing persistent harassment while living in Illinois and other Northern California towns, the family found relative peace in this tiny Sutter County town four years ago. Meridian is about 70 miles north of Sacramen O'HARA, Mary, 66, Gillett. Arrangements pending at Kuehl Funeral Home, Gillett.

SALM, Roman Peter 81, Apple-ton. Visitation p.m. today at Verkuilen Funeral Home, Little Chute, and from 9:30 a.m. Monday until funeral at 11 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, Little Chute.

THAYSE, Mrs. Merle (Donna Uecker), 51, Algoma. Visitation p.m. today at Wiesner Massart Funeral Home, Casco, and Monday morning until Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. at St.

Peter Catholic Church, Lincoln. TROUSIL, Florence 66, 1064 La-Verne Dr. A memorial service will be held at a later date for the immediate family. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, assisted the family. ing member of the Stockbridge Harbor Fishing Club.

His favorite past time was fishing, playing cards, and driving tractor. Survivors include 13 children and their families, including 50 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren: Ray Salm, Roman Jr. and Virgie Salm, Bob and Gail Salm, Anne and Glenn Higgins, all of Appleton; Doris and Bill Jansen, Jerry (Soupy) and Lois Salm, Dick and Peg Salm, all of Little Chute; Jim and Karen Salm, Darboy; Harold (Ringo) and Patti Salm, Jan and Ken Vande Hey, Greenleaf; Cathy and Dick Bauer, Hortonville; Deb and Steve Hal-verson, Neenah. He is also survived by two brothers and three sisters-in-law, Gilbert and Ellen Salm, Martin and Liz Salm, and Betty Salm; and three sisters and brothers-in-law, Viola and Bill Calmes, Marie and Carl Heinritz and Clara and Joe Sprangers. He was also blessed with four special godchildren, Sue Heuvelmans, Dan Calmes, Gilbert Salm Jr.

and Marie Nelson. He was preceded in death by his wife Marie, three brothers, Victor, Edward and John; two sisters, Wilhelmina and Thecla, and his special fishing buddies Pete Van-den Heuvel and Chet Laux. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Monday, April 18, 1994 at St. John Catholic Church, Little Chute, with Rev.

Msgr. James Vanden Hogen officiating. Interment will be at the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the Verkuilen Funeral Home from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday, and from 9:30 a.m.

Monday until the time of services. There will be a prayer service at 7 p.m. Sunday. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. Mom left this world five years ago.

She was waiting for you to come, you know. She asked God if it was time, He said "Yes, that was fine." You've made your journey to. A television movie about the Harrisons will bring new attention. Kim Harrison, 34, said they are willing to trade some privacy to help educate others. Children of the Dark, starring Peter Horton and Tracy Pollan, airs today at 8 p.m.

on Channel 5. "I think it would make a lot of difference for the movie to come out, and more people will know," said Kim Harrison, the girls' mother. The Harrison girls have xeroderma pigmentosum, or XP, an often fatal disorder. Only one in about 250,000 people carries the gene. Because the gene is recessive, both parents have to carry it for the disorder to be passed on.

Even then the chances are one in four of having a child with XP. It is not contagious. The girls' 16-year-old half-brother, Bobby, does not have the disorder. Growing up in Aurora, 111., Jaime showed symptoms early. Baby pictures show her screwing her eyes shut and turning her head from the sun.

Her skin burned badly, though usually not for 24 to 48 hours after exposure. Doctors initially thought she had a rash or allergies. On a camping trip in 1986, Jaime became seriously ill and had to be hospitalized. Photos show her skin a mass of blisters. Her eyes were swollen shut.

Her mouth was so cracked and raw she couldn't drink from her bottle. A skin biopsy revealed XP. Doc- through the tunnel of light, so now you're safe from your long and painful flight. They met you at Heaven's gate knowing now, it was God's fate. From this day on you'll be able to fly like all the birds in the sky.

Your time with us has now ceased. So go now and rest in peace. Your time on earth has come to pass, Your time with God has come at last!" A heartfelt thanks to Dr. F.X. VanLieshout, Hospice and all the others who helped.

Mrs. Merle (Donna Uecker) Thayse Mrs. Merle (Donna Uecker) Thayse, 51, E4282 County Algoma, died Thursday, April 14, 1994 at St. Vincent Hospital. She was born August 25, 1942 in Ahna-pee to the late Sylvester and Mercedes (LeCaptine) Uecker.

She married Merle Thayse, October 27, 1962 at St. Peter Catholic Church, Lincoln. She is survived by husband Merle; three sons, Michael, Mark, Matthew, all at home; her mother, Mercedes Uecker, Algoma; one brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Dianne Uecker, Algoma; one Aunt Luella Wessel, Algoma; nieces and a nephew. Preceded in death by father, Sylvester Uecker; one uncle. Friends may call at Wiesner Massart Funeral Home, Casco, 2:30 p.m.

to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday morning until time of service. Rosary 7 p.m. Sunday wake service 8 p.m. Sunday.

Mass of Christian burial 11 a.m. Monday, at St. Peter Catholic Church, Lincoln, with the Rev. Dennis Drury officiating. Burial in Church Cemetery.

The Family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Paul Koch, the staff of Green Bay Onoco-logy, and the staff of St. Vincent hospital that helped her and her family in their time of need. Florence R. Trousil Florence R.

Trousil, 66, 1064 La Verne Green Bay, died early Saturday morning April 15, 1994, at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. She was born December 5, 1927, in Mishicot, daughter of the late Bernard and Louise Bergelin Schmidt. She married David F. Trousil June 10, 1948 at St.

John Church, Gibson. Mrs. Trousil attended County Normal Teachers College, Manitowoc, and Silver Lake College and was an elementary school teacher for over 30 years. Survivors include her husband David Trousil, Green Bay; three sons and daughters-in-law, Clark and Jeanne Trousil, rural Reeds-ville; Paul and Donna Trousil, Green Bay; Jeff and Ellen Trousil, Oklahoma; two daughters and one son-in-law, Michelle Trousil, Green Bay; Kristie and John Am- tors said she would likely die at an early age from melanoma cancer. Sherry was tested a short time later; the results were the same.

When the girls must leave the house in daylight, they put on gloves, long-sleeved shirts, sunglasses and ultra-strong sunscreen, then cover themselves in sheets. The approach seems to work. Tumors normally develop in XP brose, De Pere; one sister, Violet Buza, Manitowoc; ten grandchildren; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one sister, Edna Sievert. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a future date for the immediate family.

The Pfeffer Funeral Home in Manitowoc is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Funerals Roy Beard Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano from 3 to 8 p.m. today. Parish wake service 7:30 p.m. today.

Friends may also call at St. Willebrord Catholic Church, 209 S. Adams from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday. Funeral 10:30 a.m.

at the church with the Rev. Kenneth DeGroot O. Praem officiating. Burial in Fort Howard Cemetery. Deaths in the U.S.

Hugh G.J. Aitken AMHERST, Mass. (AP) Hugh G.J. Aitken, who taught economics at Amherst College for 28 years and wrote books on the subject, died Thursday at a hospital in Northampton. He was 71.

Aitken was author, co-author or editor of a dozen books. One of them, Canadian Economic History, is used in several Canadian colleges. He earned a doctorate in economics from Harvard University in 1951 and taught at the University of California, Riverside, before joining Amherst's Department of Economics in 1965. He retired from teaching in 1993. Milton B.

Garber ENID, Okla. (AP) Milton B. Garber, longtime editor and co-publisher of the Enid Morning News and Enid Daily Eagle, died Saturday at age 82. Garber became editor and co-publisher of the two newspapers in 1948 and was chairman of the board when they were sold 40 years later. He received a journalism degree from the University of Missouri and managed Enid radio station children by age 7, Kim Harrison said.

So far, her daughters are healthy. They attend school three days a week. Teachers cover the windows when the girls are there. Jaime said she doesn't mind staying indoors. But Sherry, who has never been exposed to direct sunlight, sometimes chafes under the restriction.

Laura M. Schlitz Friends may call at Jones Funeral Service, Oconto Falls, after 12:30 p.m. Sunday at Grace Lutheran Church, Oconto Falls, until the time of services. Funeral 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the church with the Rev.

Dennis N. Nelson officiating. Burial in Woodlawn Cemetery, Oconto Falls. Mrs. Alvina M.

Vannes Friends may call at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano from 4 to 9 p.m. today, and also from 10 to 11 a.m. Monday at St. Paul United Methodist Church, 341 Wilson St. Funeral 11 a.m.

Monday at the church with the Rev. Brian Armstrong officiating. Burial in Fort Howard Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established, KCRC before joining the military in 1945. He also helped organize the Oklahoma News Network and served as its president for one year.

He is survived by his sons, Todd and and Milt; a daughter, Chris-tianne Chase; two sisters, Mrs. William G. (Lucy Ann) Thompson and Elizabeth Earle; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. His wife, Mary Lou, died in 1991. Richard Hainey CHICAGO (AP) Richard Hainey, a former newspaper editor and longtime journalism professor at Northwestern University, died Wednesday of a heart attack at his Fort Collins, home.

He was 71. Hainey worked briefly for the Chicago American before joining the Chicago Tribune as a reporter in 1946. In 1961, he was appointed executive editor of the American. When the American folded in 1974, Hainey became a full-time professor at Northwestern's Medill School of journalism. He retired in 1987.

He is survived by his wife, Helen, and a son, Mark. would like to pay their respects. To submit announcements and discuss fees, please contact your funeral director or call the Press-Gazette's classified advertising department at 431-8300 or 435-4411. -Mr. James J.

"Jim" Fry Mr. James J. "Jim" Fry, 41, 132 3ob Hill, De Pere, died Thursday "April 14, 1994 as the result of a craiuc accident. tJhe son of Har-J prison and Eve-, 4yn Fry was August 22, 51952 in Green --Bay. In 1970 he i graduated from AbbotPennings High School and later at- if ended the University Of Wiscon-' rsjn-Eau Claire.

On August 12, 1977 "he married the former Jan at St. John The Evangelist Xatholic Church. Jim was a stock Jjjjroker with Piper Jaffray. He -haired the Marquette Notre "SDame Key Club for Notre Dame 3Qrade School and was instrumen- al in obtaining the two computer Sabs at the school. He recently en-! his acting debut in the play 2Eleidi- He coached in the De Pere iris softball league.

Ruffed Jlgrouse and trout fishing were 3J5nong his hobbies but his greatest jnjoyment and love was playing Jwith his four little girls. Survivors include his wife Jan; j-four daughters, Megan, 12; Jenna, Emily, Katie, 8Vi months; his I parents, Harrison and Evelyn Fry, Allouez; two brothers and two sis- ters and their spouses, Harrison I and Evelyn Fry De Pere; I Kathy and Tom Kitslaar, Allouez; Barb and Greg Smith, Lexington, Kentucky; Bob and Kris Fry, Al-l louez; a sister-in-law and brother- in-law, Barb and Bob Lund, Park-ville, nieces and nephews, Jane, Patrick, Susan, and Tricia Fry; Tom, Paul, Julie and Mary Kitslaar; Jennifer and Katie I Smith; Brad, Tim, Karen, and Ka-i cie Fry; Christopher and Carri Lund, and many special friends. Friends may call after 9 a.m. Monday at St. Francis Xavier 5 Catholic Church, 220 S.Michigan, De Pere.

Mass Of Christian Burial noon Monday at the Church with the Rev. Anthony Dolski officiating. Entombment in Allouez Chapel Mausoleum. A memorial fund has been established for the Notre Dame Grade School. Schauer Schumacher Funeral Home is serving the family.

Jim's family would like to say that Jim was the best husband, father, son, brother and uncle. He will be greatly missed by all of us. We love him so! John A. Holtz John A. Holtz, 81, 1623 9th died expectedly Friday, April 15, ,1994 at his home.

He was born July 8, 1912 in St. Cloud, Minn, to the late August and Anastasia Holtz. John married Martha Katers August 30, 1947 in Green Bay. She preceded him in death Nov. 7, 1992.

He retired from Diana Manufacturing in 1977. John was a baseball coach for 10 years in the Green Bay Southwest Ki warns Little League. He was a member of St. Agnes Parish. John served in the U.S.

Army during World War II. Survivors include three sons and one daughter-in-law, Michael Jand Suzanne, Green Bay; Edwin, Green Bay; David, Egg Harbor; one grandson, Marcus; one sister and brother-in-law, Anna and Har-ry Mroczynski, Seymour. He was preceded in death by his I wife Martha; one brother Joseph; three sisters, Verna, Martha, and Helen. Friends may call at Schauer and ISchumacher West, 838 S. Fisk jfrom 4 to 8 p.m.

Monday. Parish wake service 7:30 p.m. Monday. 'Visitation continues 9:30 a.m. jTuesday at St.

Agnes Church. Fu-neral 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the FABER, Verona, 55, New Berlin. Visitation 4-9 p.m. Monday at Born-Swedberg Funeral Home, Gresham.

Funeral 11 a.m. Tuesday at Stockbridge Bible Church, Rt. 1, Bowler. FRY, James J. "Jim," 41, De Pere.

Visitation after 9 a.m. Monday at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 220 S. Michigan, De Pere. Mass of Christian Burial noon Monday at the church.

Schauer Schumacher Funeral Home assisting the family. HOLTZ, John 81. 1623 9th St. Visitation 4-8 p.m. Monday at Schauer Schumacher West Funeral Home, and from 9:30 a.m.

until funeral at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Agnes Church. KOPKE, Raymond 72, Abrams. Visitation 4-8 p.m.

today at Jones Funeral Service, Oconto Falls Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Louis Catholic Church, Abrams. church with the Rev. Frank Weber officiating.

Burial in St. John Cantius Cemetery, Sobieski. The family would like to thank George Kramer and John Mohr for the kindness shown to our father. Raymond R. Kopke Raymond R.

Kopke, 72, 7106 Cty. Abrams died Friday morning, April 15, 1994 at home following a short illness with cancer. He was born November 18, 1921 in Milwaukee to Joseph and Rose (Wayer) Kopke Sr. He moved with his family to Oconto County as a young boy and later served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

On January 24, 1942 he married Irene Walske in Abrams. Mr. Kopke lived in Abrams for most of his life. He was employed by Lind-quist Machine Co. in Green Bay, was a member of St.

Louis Catholic Church, Abrams and the Oconto County Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 45. Survivors include his wife Irene Kopke, Abrams; his mother, Rose Kopke, Little Suamico; one daughter and son-in-law, Char-maine and James Jagodzinski, Edgar, Montana; one son and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Carol Kopke, Abrams; six grandchildren, one great-grandson, one brother, Joe (Elaine) Kopke, Little Suamico; and one sister, Berna-dine Zimanek, Little Suamico. He was preceded in death by his father Joseph Kopke. Friends may call at Jones Funeral Service, Oconto Falls from 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday.

D.A.V. honors at 1 p.m. Sunday. Parish prayer service 7:30 p.m. Sunday.

Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Louis Catholic Church, Abrams with Msgr. Carl E. Steiner officiating.

Burial in Abrams-Stiles Cemetery. Mr. Roman Peter Salm Sr. Mr. Roman Peter Salm 5330 N.

French Rd. Appleton, died peacefully at his home Saturday, April 16, with his family at his side. He was born July 17, 1912. On June 25, 1935, he married Marie Hietpas. In 1985, Dad and Mom celebrated 50 years of marriage.

Dad was a member of St. John Catholic Church, Little Chute, and was very active in the parish. He was most proud of his 58 years as an usher, and also hia years as a server. He was Vice Chief Ranger of the Catholic Order of Foresters for 40 years. He was a found Death notices and funerals Friends and families of the deceased have prepared these obituaries and funeral announcements.

They are a tribute to their loved ones' accomplishments and a service to friends who A) fa Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. WHY PAY RENT, IF YOU CAN BUY? In Memory of JOHN (Jack) I. ROBISHAW GREEN BAY Neighborhood Housing Services Inc. of Green Bay will be sponsoring a FREE "How To" counseling program for first time home buyers currently renting in our neighborhoods. This no cost session will be held at City Hall, 100 N.

Jefferson Street, Green Bay, Room 604 on April 19 at 7 p.m. The session will cover the following topics: obtaining help with down payment or closing costs, mortgage application procedures, how to make an offer to purchase, selection of a mortgagor, shopping for the best loan, etc. Neighborhood Housing Services Inc. of Green Bay is a nonprofit, community based organization dedicated to the stabilization and revitalization of designated neighborhoods. For further information, contact our office at 432-7430.

Seating is limited and reservations are necessary, so please reply as soon as possible. Hermans Associates, CPA'S S.C. (formerly Roblshaw Hermans, CPA'S) will be closed Monday, April 18, 1994 from 1-5 p.m..