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OBITUARIES ES Sunday, July 20, 2003 DEATH INDEX COLWILL, Viola 92. Fort Atkinson. DIGNEY, Mary 87. HAAK, Marie 84. Robins, Bristol HARDY, Winnie, 97 Richland Center JACOB, Betty 70 Madison KENNEDY, Ki Michael KILEY, Gary, 53 Las Vegas, Nev.

KOSIKOWSKI, Lawrence John, 74 Sun City, West, KUEHN, Wilbert 93 Prairie LAWRENCE, Margaret Suzanne, 78......... Boulder, Colo. LeMAY, David 49 Madison LIGHTBOURN, Bernice, 90.... Monona LISKA, Bernard, 71. West LaFayette, McINERNEY, Geraldine 83....

MILLER, Mary Theresa, 73... PUDDESTER, Thomas "Poo," 82. Madison ROBBINS, Lenore 90......................................... Platteville TODD, Alida 94. Prairie UPDIKE, Casey Walter, Evansville WADDELL, Merle W.

"Mike," 59. Mesa, Ariz. WILLIAMS, Mark Lindsay, 93. Madison 0 Indicates organ and tissue donor. Pratt Funeral Service, Inc.

1-888-303-3910 Jacob, Betty J. MADISON Betty J. Jacob, age 70, of Madison, died on Saturday, July 19, 2003, at her home. Funeral arrangements are pending. A complete obituary to appear in Monday's paper.

Gunderson Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 Kennedy, Ki Michael WAUNAKEE Ki Michael Kennedy, son of Mike and Melanie Kennedy of Waunakee, passed away on Thursday, July 17, 2003, at Milwaukee Children's Hospital. He had a brother, and a sister, Mia. He is also survived by his grandparents, Mary Ellen and Morris Holes, and Tom and Bev Kennedy. Although Ki's life lasted only two weeks, he will be remembered for a lifetime. Through his courageous battles, he reminded us that each moment together is precious.

Though nothing can ease the pain of his passing, the hours we spent with him, the nights of worry and days of hope, made us take inventory of our lives again, and showed what is important in our time here. Through Ki, we found love not only in our families, but in all those who said a prayer for him, thought of him, or helped us in some way. His time was too short, but it created an immense amount of love for which no words can do justice. Each day we will think of him, he will inspire us in each difficulty we face, and our lives will be forever changed and blessed be-, cause of him. A private funeral service will be held and burial will take place in St.

Mary of the Lake Cemetery. Winn Funeral Home 5785 Highway Waunakee, WI Kiley, Gary LAS VEGAS, NEV. Gary Kiley, age 53, died Friday, June 27, 2003, in Las Vegas, Nev. He is survived by his mother, Betty Kiley Aldridge; two brothers, Michael and Brian, both of California; and a sister, Melissa Rohlik of Arizona. Kosikowski, Lawrence John SUN CITY WEST, MADISON Lawrence John "Larry" Kosikowski passed away of cancer peacefully at his home in Sun City West, on Sunday, July 13, 2003.

Larry, the son of August and Gertrude Kosikowski, was born in Milwaukee, Wis. on March 23, 1929. He lived in Milwaukee, graduatinga from Cudahy High later Ripon College. After his marriage to Lillian (Fuss) in 1951, he enlisted in the U.S. Army.

He was honorably discharged after earning the rank of first lieutenant. Larry worked for Wisconsin Bell Telephone Company and Ameritech Publishing. He was a district manager until his retirement in 1988. He was a past president of the Rotary Club, a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Men's Group, Westside Business Men's Club, Trail Ridge Men's Golf Club, and Desert Garden United Church.

Larry loved sports. He excelled in track, football and golf, but passion was golf. Following his retirement he and his wife, Shirley, moved to Sun City West, where golf became more than just a game, but a way of life. Besides his love of sports, Larry loved to travel, but mostly he loved his family. Larry is survived by his wife, Shirley; his children, Cindy (Kerry) Hubanks of Madison, Lynne (Jim) Minton of Anchor- Obituary spired us all with her unpretentious, genuine, quiet confidence and goodness.

Thankfully she taught us all to carry on in spite of the hole her death leaves in all our lives. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday July 22, 2003, at 10 a.m. at IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5101 Schofield Street, with Father John Meinholz presiding. Entombment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be on Monday, July 21, 2003, from 4:30 p.m.

until 7:30 p.m. with a celebrating of Bernice's life beginning at 7 p.m. at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Immaculate Heart of Mary SHARE Ministry. Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive WEST "LAFAYETTE, HOUSTON, Bernard J.

"Bernie" Liska, age 71, formerly of West Lafayette, died on Nov. 11, 2002, in Memorial Hermann Hospital in Houston, Texas, after a lengthy illness. He was born on May 31, 1931, in Hillsboro, Wis. He earned a bachelor, master and doctoral degree from the University of Wisconsin in food science. Dr.

Liska spent most of his career at Purdue University after a short time as assistant professor of dairy science at the University of Florida. In 1959, he joined the Purdue faculty as assistant professor of food science. In 1968 he was named director of the newly formed Food Science Institute, and in 1975 he became director of the Agriculture Experiment Station. From 1980 until 1985, he served as dean of the Purdue school of agriculture, where he promoted the creation of the department of food science in 1983 and moved to that department after serving as dean of agriculture. He retired in 1997 and was named a professor emeritus of food science.

In 1983 Dr. Liska was elected president of the Institute of Food Technologists, a professional organization for the international food science community. He served on the Purdue University Senate during his career and was active in numerous organizations including the Environmental Health Institute, Agricultural Research Institute, American Dairy Science Association and American Dietetic Association. In 2001 he received the Outstanding Food Science Award from Purdue. He is survived by his wife, Donna of Houston; two daughters, Cheryl Colman of Houston, and Julie Esperson of.

Minneapolis, and six grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to the B.J. Liska Memorial Fund, care of Purdue Foundation, Purdue Memorial Union, Room B-50, PMU, 101 S. Grant West Lafayette, IN 47906. The fund was established 170 support graduate programs in food science.

McInerney, Geraldine L. MADISON Geraldine L. "Gerry" McInerney, age 83, died Tuesday, July 15, 2003, in her home in Madison, Wis. She was born March 23, 1920, in Harrison, the daughter of John and Hazel (Dubois) Downs. The McInerney Room, a distance education room at the University of WisconsinExtension Pyle Center, was named in 1999, to honor Edward and Geraldine McInerney in recognition of their strong belief in the value of education for future generations.

Gerry is survived by her two daughters, Judith (Thomas) Pyle of Madison and Mary Ann Belke of Colorado; four grandchildren, Theresa (Eric Smith) PyleSmith, Thomas F. Pyle III, Christine (Thomas Pora) Pyleand Pora, and Steven Edward Pyle; three great-grandchildren, Catherine Pyle-Smith, Laurel Pyle-Smith, and Thomas John Pora, Jr. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward 1968; her parents; her two sisters; and a nephew. A memo- information: Marci Rosen, (608) 252-6320 Wisconsin State Journal- age, Alaska, Mark (fiancee Lisa Lewis) of Madison, Julie (Steve) Wipperfurth of Sauk City, and Margie (Jon) Giles of Colorado Springs, and his grandchildren, Lee and Jay Hubanks, Carlie and Alex Wipperfurth, and Sean Giles. He is further survived by his sister, Rose (Jack) Simon; brother, Clarence (Claire) Kosikowski; sisters-inlaws, Martha Kosikowski, Kathy Kosikowski, Joan Knudtson, LaVonne (Bill) Manthe, and Arlette (Julius) Kok; his former wife, Lillian Geisler; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded death by his parents; and his brothers, Frank, Daniel and Edward. Larry touched many people's lives in many different ways, and will be dearly missed by all. A memorial service will be held at DESERT GARDEN UNITED CHURCH in Sun City West, on Thursday, July 24, 2003, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Desert Garden United Church, 18818 N. 128th Ave, Sun City West, AZ 85375.

"The Lord bless you and keep you: The Lord make His face shine upon you, and be gracious unto you: The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace." Numbers 6: 24- 26. Kuehn, Wilbert J. SUN PRAIRIE Wilbert J. Kuehn, age 93, died on Tuesday, July 15, 2003, at Prairie Gardens. He was born on Aug.

1909, in wise town of Springfield, and the son of John and Appolonia (Schroeder) Kuehn. He married Sybilla Laufenberg on Feb. 23, 1938, at St. Peter's Catholic Church in Ashton. Wilbert was a lifetime farmer and has farmed in the Sun Prairie area since 1947.

He is survived by his three children, Arlene (Steve) Taylor of Madison, Rodney of Sun Prairie, and Donovan (Carol) of Cederburg; 10 grandchildren, Lois Taylor, Linda (Brad) Carpenter, Judy Taylor, Nancy Taylor, Debra (Marlow) McCoy, Lori Kuehn, Brian Kuehn, and Jonathan, David and Andrea Kuehn; five great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Walter of Eau Claire, Betty Ripp of Waunakee, Lavina Fedele of Madison, Lucille Grosse of Cross Plains, Albert (Olga) Waunakee, Ben (Mary) of Waunakee, and Kathleen Statz of Waunakee; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a twin sister, Olivia Laufenberg; and brothers, Leonard, Raymond, Arthur, Sylvester and LaVern. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2003, at ST. ALBERT THE GREAT CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2420 St.

Albert Drive, Sun Prairie, with Father Michael Richel presiding. Burial will be in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Sun Prairie. A visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the services on Tuesday at the church. The family would like to thank Prairie Gardens management and staff for their care of Wilber over the last few years and suggest in lieu of flowers a memorial fund is being established.

Tuschen-Newcomer Funeral Home, Sun Prairie (608) 837-5400 Lawrence, Margaret Suzanne BOULDER, COLO. Margaret Suzanne Lawrence of Boulder, Colorado, died of natural causes Thursday, April 3, 2003, in Boulder. She was 78. She was born July 30, 1924, in Milwaukee, to Carlton D. Sperry and Marion Casterline Sperry.

In 1942, Margaret graduated from West High School in Madison, and in 1946 received her degree in family studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She married Richard Lawrence on Aug. 10, 1950, in Madison. Mrs. Lawrence worked as an elementary teacher in Indiana.

She moved to Boulder in December 1993, from Indiana. "She dearly loved her children and her grandchildren," the family said. Survivors include three sons, Stephen Lawrence of Boulder, Geoffrey Lawrence of Tacoma, and Michael Lawrence of Lansing, a daughter, Susan Lawrence of Seattle; a sister, Elizabeth Rodman of Madison; and 10 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; and a sister, Jean Sperry. A memorial service will be held in Madison at FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, 1609 University on Saturday, July 26, 2003, at 2 p.m.

A reception will follow at the Best Western Inn Towner, 2424 University from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. All friends and family of Margaret are invited to attend. Memorial donations may be made to the Department Human Development and Family Studies at the University of WisconsinMadison, University of Wisconsin Foundation, PO Box 8860, Madison, WI 53708-8860. Your contributions will go toward preschool funds to construct a play loft, so that the memory of Margaret will continue to bring smiles and happiness to young people through the years.

LeMay, David J. MADISON David J. LeMay, age 49, of Madison died on Thursday, July 17, 2003, at his home. He was born on Jan. 26, 1954, in Wisconsin Rapids.

He served his country in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for many years as a Telecommunications Technician. He loved animals, especially his cats. He also enjoyed the outdoors from hunting and camping, to scuba diving.

Survivors include his mother, Joan Walloch of Madison; three sisters, Debbie (John) Imhoff of Madison, Lori (Dan) Schey of Waterloo, and Mary Koller of McFarland; niece, Carman (Luis) Vargas; nephew, Michael Schey; and special friends, Michelle, Mike and Dr. Galen Baker. Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 22, 2003, at the RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave.

Visitation will be held from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. Ryan Funeral Home 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257 www.ryanfuneralservice.com Lightbourn, Bernice MONONA Bernice Lightbourn, age 90, died on Friday, July 18, 2003, in her apartment at Oakwood Village in Madison.

Born Jan. 8, 1913, in Hollendale, Bernice was a woman with relentless inquisitiveness, and a love of personal relationships. Her relationships involved many circles of people. Family was the most important part of her life. She was wed to George Lightbourn, the love of her life, for 52 years.

Bernice was mother to five children, Stephen (Colleen) of Eau Clair, Kathie (Greg) Bewick of Glen Ellyn, Laura (Jim) Mueller, George (Kathy), and Mary Therese, all of Madison; eight grandchildren; and three greatgrandchildren. She taught all of us to live full and satisfying lives. Bernice taught school beginning in a one-room school in Lafayette County in 1932, and continued teaching at Doty, Marquette, Frank Allis, and Sennett schools in Madison until her retirement in 1978. She inspired her students to always do their best and never lose their curiosity. Nothing made her happier than the many adults who told her how her teaching had changed their lives.

The Catholic Church was central to her life. Bernice and George were charter members of Immaculate Heart of Mary in Monona. For Bernice, religion was an all day, every day event. She was an example of how faith can enhance the quality of each of our lives and the lives of those around us. She especially wanted to encourage her church hierarchy to fully involve women in all aspects of the religion.

Upon retirement from teaching, Bernice became active in many other circles. She founded WOGS (women of God), a group of eight women who share their faith with one another. She helped establish the SHARE Ministry at IHM to attend to the spiritual needs of the homebound so that they might enjoy God as she did. She also helped found the Oakwood Hospitality Committee to greet outside groups to Oakwood the same way she always greeted outsiders to her home. Bernice truly enjoyed a game of bridge.

She made many of her best lifelong friends in the bridge clubs to which she belonged in Monona, and later at Oakwood. An aspiring Life Master player, Bernice could prove ruthless in counting cards and collecting master points. For Bernice, doin's She nothing golfed, was never volunteered an op- for everything, somehow avoided drowning as a member of the "gray bobbers" and was recently learning to master Tai Chi. She also loved and supported anything Irish. Yet, it was the individual relationships that Bernice truly treasured.

She was one of those rarities who related to people of all ages and in- rial service will be held at her graveside in California at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the HospiceCare Center at 5395 E. Cheryl Parkway, Madison, WI 53711, in honor of the Hospice nurses. Our Mother's final gift to her family was to live life with dignity, grace, and style. Cress Funeral Service Schroeder-Cress 3325 E.

Washington Ave. (608) 249-6666 www.cressfuneralservice.com Miller, Mary Theresa Colwill, Viola E. FORT ATKINSON Viola E. Colwill, age 92, passed away on Friday, July 18, 2003, at Karmenta Center. She was born Oct.

16, 1910, in Fort Atkinson, the daughter of William F. and Anna Krueger. Viola worked for many years for the Food Stores, Stevens Super Market, and the Department of Natural Resources, until retirement. She was a long-time member of Bashford United Methodist Church. She married Elmer R.

(Curly) Colwill on May 5, 1941, and he preceded her in death on Sept. 5, 1983. Viola is survived by two daughters, Karen (Richard) Laufenberg of Windsor and Carol (John) Dvorak of Monona; six grandchildren, Michael Laufenberg of Madison, David (Kristi) Laufenberg of Pewaukee, Matthew of Janesville, James Laufenberg of Lithonia, Shari Dvorak of Madison, and Mark Dvorak of Sun Prairie; and a great-granddaughter, Kaitlin Laufenberg. She was preceded in death by a sister, Louise Heiden; a brother, Wilbur Krueger; a grandson, Douglas Laufenberg; and a stepson, Warren Colwill. Her greatest joy was her family, especially her grandchildren, and each one was very special to her.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, July 22, 2003, at the SCHROEDERCRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 E. Washington Madison, Rev. Roger T. Becker will officiate. Friends may call on Tuesday from 10 a.m.

until the time of the service at the funeral home. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park immediately following the service. Cress Funeral Service Schroeder-Cress 3325 Washington Ave. (608) 249-6666 www.cressfuneralservice.com Digney, Mary G. MAZOMANIE Mary G.

Digney, age 87, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2003, at the Sauk County Health Care Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced in Monday's newspapers. Gnewikow-Hooverson Funeral Home, Mazomanie Hardy, Winnie RICHLAND CENTER Winnie Hardy, age 97, of Richland Center died Friday, July 18, 2003, at Pine Valley Healthcare Rehabilitation Center. She was born on Oct. 28, 1905, in Richland County the daughter of Bun and Margaret (Davis) Draper.

She married Vern Hardy on Sept. 21, 1922, and he preceded her in death on Jan. 9, 1982. Survivors include her daughter, Shirley Keller; daughter-in-law, Lucille Hardy; foster daughter, Rita (Odey) Zierfuss all of Richland Center; eight grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandson; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Peckham of Evansville, Wis.

and Mrs. Hazel Duell of Lone Rock; many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; a son, LaVern Hardy; a granddaughter, Linda Hardy; son-in-law, Bill Keller; four brothers and two sisters. Funeral Services will be held on Monday, July 21, 2003, at 10 a.m. at the PRATT MEMORIAL CHAPEL with Mary Ellen Boak officiating.

Burial will be in the Richland Center Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the PRATT MEMORIAL CHAPEL where a VFW Auxiliary Service will be held at 7 p.m. Friends may also call on Monday from 8 a.m.

until the time of service at 10 a.m. Mary Theresa Miller, age 73, died on Thursday, July 17, 2003, surrounded by her family. She was born on Nov. 30, 1929, in Madison, the daughter of Norman and Mable (Hurlbut) Sielehr. Mary was united in marriage to James A.

Miller in Dubuque, Iowa, on Jan. 3, 1949. Throughout her career Mary worked at Copps Department Store, John Ahl Plastering, and retired from WPS. After her retirement she worked for the Pleasant Company for about 10. years.

She was a member of the Elks Women's Auxiliary. Mary enjoyed crafting, ceramics, sewing and making candy. In addition to her husband of 54 years, James A. Miller of Waunakee, she is survived by her eight children, Noreen (Donn) Behl of Zumbrota, Jim (Susan) Miller of McFarland, Barbara (Bruce) Nelson of Madison, Debra (Frank) Foster of Madison, Kathy Miller of Madison, Frank (Terri) Miller of Madison, Mike (Janet) Miller of Cottage Grove, and Chuck Miller of Waunakee; 17 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; four sisters; and two brothers. Mary is also survived by other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and twin infant brother. Funeral services will be held at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman on Monday, July 21, 2003, at 10 a.m., with Father Roger Nilles officiating. Burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Sunday, July 20, 2003, from 1 p.m.

until 4 p.m. and on Monday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Ryan Funeral Home 2418 N. Sherman Ave.

(608) 249-8257 www.ryanfuneralservice.com Haak, Marie J. WARNER ROBINS, N. BRISTOL, WISC. Marie J. Haak, age 84, of Warner Robins, formerly of N.

Bristol, entered into peaceful rest on Sunday, July 13, 2003. She was born on July 21, 1918, in Spain, S.D. Marie was of Methodist faith. She retired from the Madison V.A. Hospital, where she worked as a nursing assistant.

Marie is survived by her loving children, Galen Geyman, Donald Haak, Caroline Elliot, and Mary Moore. Marie was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer William Haak; and daughter, Cathy Cone. Funeral services were held in Warner Robins, Ga. Interment for Marie J. Haak will take place in Madison at the ROSELAWN CEMETERY on Wednesday, July 23, 2003, at 10:30 a.m., friends and family welcome.

Marie was an adoring grandmother and greatgrandmother and will be affectionately missed by all of her children. Puddester, Thomas "Poo" MADISON Thomas Puddester, age 62, died on Friand Marilyn Anderson Hospiceday, July, 18, 2003, at the Don Care Center, after a two and a half year battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born on Dec. 31, 1940, the son of Jim and Mary (Dempsey) Strassman. Tom graduated from Edgewood High School in 1959.

He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Tom was employed with Frank Beer Distributors for over 40 years. He enjoyed all sports and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Vernalyn Puddester of Madison; children, Continued on page D13.