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"I OA i If 5V) Wisconsin State Journal Obituary information: Marci Rosen, (608) 252-6320 More land closed to recreation in Montana Wildfires have scorched almost 630,000 acres in the western and southern parts of the state. -1 Thursday, August 24, 2000 rr Barry, Peggy E. O'Neill, 77 Diir-n I nn ii ac wuaa, ueuna oo Cutlip, Scott Munson, 85 SjIFrisch, Mary 71 IFurman, Donald, 67 IGlnter, Beatrice "Terri," 66 K.Grant, Charles 73 JK.Gulseth, Wendell 0. "Windy," 67 Minnie 96 Leahy, Robert 87 Lehnherr, Cole Allen, infant Moen, Arnold 77 Sanderson, Janet Marie, 76 Smith, Kyshjine Anique, infant Wiedenbeck, Dorothy 77 If' Barry, Peggy E. O'Neill MAZOMANIE Peggy E.

O'Neill 'Barry, age 77, peacefully joined her -ancestors on Saturday, August 19, .2000, with her husband of 54 years by her side. Peggy was born in on November 2, 1922, the daughter of Lyle Halvin and (Bemice (Billing) O'Neill. She graduated from Whitewater High School, -and after a year at Whitewater State eachers College, she transferred to Madison, where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Wisconsin in 1945. Peggy first "taught high school in Wisconsin Dells. She returned to Madison, where she served as secretary to the director of the Wesley Foundation and the English department at the University of Wisconsin.

On July 20, 1946, she married Merton Robert Barry, son of Ambrose and Irma M. (Hoard) Barry of Mosinee. Peggy's life was marked by many exciting and fulfilling services to her fellow human beings. She taught freshman English at the University of Wisconsin and Central University in the state of Washington. They returned to Madison and, the University of Wisconsin in 1955, where she served as librarian in the department of pharmacy, and Helen C.

White's private secretary. Peggy completed tier M.S. in library science, then was a cataloguer for the South Central Chapter, State Traveling Library, as well as a teaching assistant and coauthor of a two-volume textbook. Peggy's two greatest interests were politics and genealogy. She quit gainful employment to work on ejection campaigns and was a Dem-ociatic statutory chairman in Dane County for 10 years, and a board member of the Wisconsin State Genealogy Society.

Many happy times were spent tracing her own ancestors "back to the water's edge" and beyond, as well as teaching others through MATC. Peggy is survived by her husband, Merton; a sister, Phyllis Grandine of Hokessin, Delaware; and two nieces, Katherine and Margaret Grandine of Frederick, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., respectively. She was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Memorials may be made to the University of Wisconsin Foundation, 1848 University Box 8860, Madison, WI 53708-8860, or Oakwood Lutheran Homes Foundation, 6201 Mineral Point Road, Madison, WI 53705.

Fitch Lawrence Sanfillippo Cress Funeral and Cremation Service (608) 238-8406 Buss, Leona M. DeFORESTMADISON Leona M. Buss, age 86, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, at her home, after a brief illness. She was born on April 30, 1914, at Livingston, Wisconsin, and she had been a Madison area resident most of her life. Leona is survived by three daughters, Geraldine (Harold) Shultz of Madison, Betty (Tom) Voigt of LaCrosse, Wisconsin, and Jean Spatola of Lodi, Wisconsin; 13 grandchildren, 25 greatgrandchildren and six great-greatgrandchildren.

Friends may caul on Friday, August 25, 2000, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at FITCH LAWRENCE SANFILLIPPO CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 6021 University Madison. A prayer service will be held at 6:30 p.m. during the visitation.

Cutlip, Scott Munson MADISONATHENS, GEORGIA Scott Munson Cutlip, age 85, of Madison, Wiscon- sin, died on Fndav. Aueust 18. 2000, after a brief fight with cancer. He was born on July 15, 1915, in Buckhannon, West Virginia, the only child of Janet Munson and Okey Scott Cutlip. He was raised by his uncle, George Carper Regef.

Scott was a reporter for the Buckhannon Record in 1933, and reporter and weekly editor with the West Virginia Newspaper Publishing Morgantown, West Virginia, from 1935 until 1938. He graduated from Syracuse University in 1939 with a B.A. in journalism fltMia.w frf Ami 1 They moved to Mauston in 1953, where they owned and operated Heinie's Tavern. He preceded her in death on October 21, 1992. She was a member of St.

Patrick's Catholic Church in Mauston, and a lifelong member of the Tavern League of Wisconsin and locally the Juneau County Tavern League. Survivors include six children, James Frisch of Mauston, Mary Ann (Jerry) Smart of Rockford, Susan Frisch (Wayne Sullivan) of Mauston, William (Debbie) Frisch of Mauston, Emmy (Tom) Burns of Mauston, and Daniel "Tuna" Frisch (Sherrie Stieve) of Mauston; a step-daughter, Jackie Frisch of Madison; five grandchildren, Josh, Jason and Jessica Smart, and Nick and Joe Burns; and a great-grandson, Zack. In addition to her husband, Henry, she was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and three sisters. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2000, at 11:00 a.m. at ST.

PATRICK'S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Mauston, with Father Thomas Reardon officiating. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

at the church. Picha Funeral Home in Elroy assisted the family with arrangements. Furman, Donald PORTAGE Donald J. Furman, age 67, formerly of Rio, passed away at his daughter's home in Portage, Wisconsin, on Tuesday morning, August 22, 2000, following a long illness. He was born on February 20, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, the oldest of three children to Joseph and Helen (Osselborne) Furman.

He graduated from J. Sterling Morton High School in Chicago, Illinois, and then graduated from Western Electric in tool and die. He served his country in the Army for two years. He worked for 19 yeas at the University of Wisconsin Physical Science and Research Laboratory (PSL). He retired from there in 1997.

He lived in the Rio area for almost 30 years, prior to that living in Chicago, Illinois. He was a lifetime Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears fan. Don had a passion for the weather and was sometimes known as "Weatherman Don." Don is survived by his wife, Maxine Furman of Wyocena; two daughters, Donna Lynn (Mike) McDonald of Atlanta, Georgia, and Saundra Ramsey of Portage; two sons, Brian (Cynthia) Furman of Chicago, Illinois, and David Furman of Portage; a brother, Robert Furman of Rockford, Illinois; a sister, Marilynn Furman of Cicero, Illinois; and eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by both parents. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 26, 2000, at 3:30 p.m.

at VANGEN FUNERAL HOME in Rio, with the Rev. C. Keith Epps officiating. His remains will be cremated. Friends and relatives may call on Saturday from 1:30 p.m.

until 3:30 p.m. at VANGEN FUNERAL HOME. Memorials may be made to Home Health Care Hospice in his memory. Vangen Funeral Home Rio (920) 992-6349 Ginter, Beatrice "Terri" McFARLAND Beatrice "Terri" Ginter, age 66, of McFarland, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2000, at the Harmony House in McFarland, following a short battle with cancer. She was born on June 4, 1934, in Westfield, the daughter of the late John and Bessie (Rolinek) Ginter.

She had worked for Philgas, Petro-lane and Pharo Heating. She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church. Terri lived on the Yahara River in McFarland for 29 years, enjoying swimming in the river and cross-country skiing. She befriended the Yahara River ducks, geese and other animals, especially Sami, her cat. Survivors include two sisters, Frances Ginter of Milwaukee, and Dottie (Lynn) Cugley of Perth, Western Australia; two nieces, two nephews, a great-nephew, and other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents, Terri was preceded in death by an infant sister, Mary. A funeral Mass will be held at CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC CHURCH, 5306 Main at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 25, 2000, with Father David Tim-merman presiding. Friends may call at the church from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.

on Friday, where a rosary service will be held at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Care Inc. Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 Grant, Charles H. TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA -Charles H. Grant, age 73, of Greenville, Florida, died on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Chicago on July 8, 1927, the son of Alexander R. Grant and Eleanor F. Riley Grant. Charles served in the United States Marine Corps from 1944 until 1946. He was a 1945 graduate of Madison West High School and graduated with a mining engineering degree from UW-PIatteville in 1950.

He worked for Steel Corp. in Virginia, Minnesota, from 1950 until 1960, where he became their chief mining engineer for the Mesabi Range. In 1960, he joined Dow Chemical Company in Midland, Michigan, as manager of explosives, where he became internationally known in the field of fixnlnsivps In 1Q7fi ho horamo president and co-owner of Energy Sciences and Consultants in Virginia, Minnesota. Later, he was president of Nitro Chem Energy Corp. in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Charles is survived by a daughter, Deborah A. Grant of Alpena, Michigan; and three grandchildren, Charles H. Grant III of Virginia, Minnesota, Jaime L. Shoemaker of Chicago, Illinois, and Jared Shoemaker of Saginaw, Michigan; a sister, Eleanor (Edsel) Kingsley of Madison; and a brother, Alexander R. (Nell Ann) Grant of Green Bay.

He was predeceased by a son, Charles H. Grant in November 1995. Charles' cremains will be interred in Madison. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-434 be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 25, 2000, at IMMACULATE CONCEPTION CATHOLIC CHURCH, Truman, with Father Monte Robinson officiating.

Burial will be at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Truman. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 24, 2000, at the STEIL CAMACHO FUNERAL HOME, 206 E. Harriet Darlington, where a rosary service will be at 3:00 p.m.

Friends may also call after 10:00 a.m. until time of services on Friday at the church. Dad was proud of his family, proud to be a Wisconsin farmer, proud of his Irish heritage, his religion and his church. Lehnherr, Cole Allen McFARLAND Cole Allen Lehnherr, age 12 days, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2000, at University HospitaL He is survived bv his parents, Gary and Danita (Schuette) Lehnherr; his grandparents, Don (Lorraine) Lehnherr, Jim (Diann) Crowley and Dan (Sandy) Schuette; his great-grandparents, Dorothy Lehnherr, Mary Kuehni, Irene Schuette and Florence Rehwinkel; and is further survived by many cherished family and friends. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 26, 2000, at 1:00 p.m.

at CHRIST MEMORIAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2833 Raritan Road, with the Rev. Jeffrey S. Meyer officiating. Friends may greet the family on Saturday at 11:00 a.m., two hours before the service at the church. The family wish memorials be given to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison P.O.

Box 5210, Madison, WI 53705-0210. Our little sunshine boy was loved and cherished by so many; his 12 days with us seemed like years. He fought a good fight and made us very proud and taught us many lessons we will carry with us for tlie rest of our lives. The only peace of mind we have is that he is with God now and enjoying a carefree, painless life. Our June Bug will remain in the hearts of all that knew him and all that prayed for him.

We wish to extend a special thank you from deep down inside our hearts to all the doctors and nurses at the UW PICU. Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434 Moen, Arnold C. MADISON Arnold C. age 77, of Madison, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2000, at a Madison hospital. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 3:00 p.m.

on Saturday, August 26, 2000, with John Swanson presiding. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday.

Memorials may be made to the Wisconsin Council for the Blind. A complete obituary with photo will appear in Friday's papers. Sanderson, Janet Marie MADISON Janet Marie Sanderson, age 76, died on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, at home, surroundedljy her loving family. She was born on June 9, 1924, in Cuba City, Wisconsin, to Francis "Frank" Harris and Ruth (Kennedy) Harris. Janet graduated from Madison West High School.

She married John L. Sanderson on February 16, 1950, in Madison. Janet was employed by Prange's Distribution Center and retired in 1982. She was a member of Lake Edge United Church of Christ. Janet enjoyed dancing, traveling and camping.

She was an avid bowler for years, was involved with Girl Scouts, and was a loyal Badgers and Packers fan. Janet is survived by her children, Sandra (Charles) James of Stoughton, Catherine (Thomas) Wilson of Madison, Patricia (Glenn) Haggett of Woodland Park, ColoradoTMichael (Deb) Sanderson of Phoenix, Arizona, Rebecca (John) Vanden Huevel of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Jeffrey Sanderson of Plymouth, James Sanderson of Madison, and Jane Sanderson of Madison; 10 grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren; a sister, Beth (Charles) Sanderson of Asheville, North Carolina; a brother-in-law, Richard Sanderson of Pahrump, Nevada; and her longtime companion, Arvin "Sparky" Haukereid. She was Preceded in death by her parents; er husband, John Sanderson; and the father of Catherine, John Han-chette. Funeral services will be held at LAKE EDGE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST, 4200 Buckeye Road, Madison, at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 26, 2000, with the Rev.

David Michael presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, August 25, 2000.

Smith, Kyshjine Anique MADISON Kyshjine Anique Smith, age 11 months, died on Sunday, August 20, 2000. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 25, 2000, at 1:00 p.m. at FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 518 N. Frank lin Ave. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park.

Friends may call from noon until the time of the service at the church. Fitch Lawrence Sanfillippo Cress Funeral and Cremation Service (608) 238-8406 Wiedenbeck, Dorothy F. LANCASTER Dorothy F. fJ Wiedenbeck, age 77, of Lancaster, peacefully passed away at her residence on Monday, August 21, 2000. She was born October 13, 1922, in Cleveland, Ohio, the daughter of Perry and Jane (Mcll-roy) Frear.

She served in the U.S. Coast Guard during World War II stationed in New York. She met and married John W. Wiedenbeck while in the armed forces on September 22, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York. She was employed at the former Wilkomm Dry Cleaners and Stanton's Fabrics and Fashions, both in Lancaster.

She also was employed at Lancaster Interiors before retiring in 1987. During retirement she worked part-time at the former Wisconsin Dairies. Dorothy was known for the vast amount of alterations she enjoved doing for everyone she knew. She enjoyed oil painting, playing bridge, swimming, wood- Mazomanie ri- mi I uBruiesiiviauisun MadisonAthens, Ga. Mauston Portage McFarland Tallahassee, Fla.

Madison MadisonMonona BelmontTruman McFarland Madison Madison Madison Lancaster and political science. He received a masters of philosophy degree in journalism and political science from the University of Wisconsin in 1941. After serving as public relations director for the West Virginia State Road Commission he enlisted in the United States Army Air Force in 1942. First assigned to public information, and later counterintelligence, he advanced from the rank of private to major in three years. He served in World War II with the 5th Air Force from Australia through the occupation of Japan.

When he returned from overseas, Scott introduced the study of public relations at the University of Wisconsin in 1946, and taught that subject and news editing at the UW from then until 1974. He also served the UW on the president's staff in 1947 until 1949. He served as an advisor to the United States Army and other Armed Services graduate students, and guided more than 130 of them in their master's theses. Throughout his career as a professor and administrator, Scott contributed widely to the life of his universities, raising funds and working on numerous faculty committees. He was a forceful proponent of faculty governance.

In 1975, he went to the University of Georgia school (now college) of journalism and mass communication, in Athens. He was appointed dean of the school in 1976, and served as dean until 1983, when he became a university professor until his retirement in 1985. He is the author Swith Allen Center and Glen Jroom) of "Effective Public Relations," the basic textbook and all-time best seller in the field; the first edition was published in 1952, and the eighth in 2000. The book is also published in several foreign languages. Scott was also the author of The Unseen Power: Public Relations.

A History;" "Fund Raising in the United States: Its Role in America's Philanthropy;" and "Public Relations History from 17th to 20th Century. The Antecedents." He compiled: a Public Relations bibliography." He was the author of numerous other articles, papers and book reviews, contributed chapters to other books, and was a consultant to several corporations, and Bublic and private institutions, uring and after his career he devoted many hours and much energy to the State Historical Society of Wisconsin, in Madison. He was a member of the board of curators from 1958 until 1975, and served as president of the Society from 1964 until 1967. Among other major projects, he helped found the Society's Mass Communications History Center. Among his awards and citations are the Paul J.

Deutschmanri Award for Excellence in Research, the Association for Journalism Education and Mass Communication, 1991; the Golden Anvil Award, the Public Relations Society of American, 1995; the International Association of Business Communicators 25th Anniversary Award, 1995; the Department of the Army Commander's Award for Public Service, 1984; inducted into the Arthur W. Paige Society Hall of Fame, 1987; and inducted into the Public Relations Society of America College of Fellows, 1990. He was additionally honored with the named Scott M. Cutlip Award for Professional Distinction as a Fund Raising Executive, presented by the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Society of Fund Raising Executives; and with the named Scott M. Cutlip Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America, University of Wisconsin.

He received an honorary Litt. D. from West Virginia Wesleyan College, 1971. Scott lectured conducted workshops and seminars, consulted and did research in Canada, Mexico, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, England, Wales, the Netherlands, Norway, Puerto Rico, Sweden, Finland, Italy, Greece, India, Venezuela and Japan. Scott was a member of the State Historical Society of Wisconsin; the Association for Education in Journalism; Public Relations Society of America; APR (Accredited in Public Relations); and the Madison Literary Society.

He was a life member of the University of Wisconsin Memorial Union. He was preceded in death in 1997 by his adored wife of 50 years, Erna, of Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. He is survived by several cousins; and his loving son, George, and beloved daughter-in-law, Nancy, both of Ma dison. He will be remembered by many friends and former students around the world. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., followed by a reception until 5:00 p.m., on Tuesday, September 5, 2000, at BLACKHAWK COUN TRY CLUB in Madison (Shorewood Hills).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wisconsin History Foundation, Scott M. Cutlip Endowment, 816 State Madison, WI 53706. -30- Cress Funeral Service (608) 238-3434 Frisch, Mary V. MAUSTON Mary V. Frisch, age 71, of Mauston, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, at her residence.

She was born on May 23, 1929, to Harry and Anna (O'Neill) Bennett in Madison. She was united in marriage to Henry Frisch on October 7, 1950., in Madison. By Susan Gallagher i Associated Press HELENA, Mont Montana Gov. Marc Racicot declared more of his state off-limits to recreation because of extreme fire hazard Wednesday. His new proclamation means 19.6 million acres are closed 7 about 31,250 square miles, an area roughly the size of Maine.

fU Twenty-seven large fires were burning nearly 630,000 acres in the state. Montana encompasses 93 million acres. The governor's new order banned hiking, camping, hunting and fishing on public land in western Montana and parts central and southern Montana during the height of the summer tourist seasoa j.l Some exceptions were written in for specific recreation areas. And Glacier National Park, one of the state's top draws, is not affected, although it has special policies in effect for visitors, said spokeswoman Amy Van-derbilt More than 5.73 million acres have burned across the Unitea States so far this year an area about the size of New Hampshire s-in what has been called the worst fire season in a half-century. The National Interagency Fire Cente.r said 79 large fires are now burning, almost all in the West, and covering more than 1.4 million acres.

The worst fires are in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. They included a volatile that has burned at least 75,000 acres near Townsend. That fire on Tuesday shut down two major power lines to the Pacific Northwest arid closed Highway 12. The highway was back in servlde Wednesday, with motorists being guided through the smoke in 'escorted convoys. The power lines also are back in service as sawyers continued to remove trees Srid other growth near the 500-kilovolt lines.

t.o In Utah's Stansbury Mountains, two inmates died after being struck by lightning Wednesday while a prison work crew was fighting a fire near Grantsville. Seven inmates were struck arfd all were flown by helicopter to the University of Utah Medical Center, where the two men were pronounced dead. They were members of an inmate work group that routinely battles fires. 2 The other five inmates were being evaluated but did not appear to have life-threatening injuries, said John Dwan, a hospital spokesman, i ii The big fires in western Montana including the more than 274,000 acres of fire around Montana's Bit-terroot Valley were calm. VJ "In terms of overall fire activity, we've been on a plateau for about three days," said J.D.

Colemanuipf the Northern Rockies Coordinatipn Center in Missoula. "The fire's not winning, and we're not winning. It's kind of leveling off, but we still have a lot of fires that we don't have the resources to staff." In Idaho, a United Service Organization troupe including tlifee former Miss America contestants were visiting and entertaining crews fighting the Clear Creek fire. The USO was formed in 1940 to entertain troops, but "at the fire camps, we're not going to separ'ajte the soldiers from the civilian firefighters," said Army Maj. LeAnn SwieczkowsM, the military liaison at the Ineragency Fire Center.

Former Miss Maine Victoria Reed, Miss New Jersey Stephanie Ferrari and Miss Arkansas Erin Wheatley recently performed Tor U.S. troops in the Persian Gulf, and brought their own sound equipment to work from a makeshift stage On-a flatbed truck working, nature, bird watching 3rid wildflowers. She was a member 'Of First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109, the American Legion Auxiliary, and VFW Post No. 2344.

She will be dearly missed by her family and fiiends. She( is survived by her children, Jack (Rosemary) Wiedenbeck of Racine, Nancy (Pete) Fellers of Cleveland, Ohio, and Bill Wiedenbeck of Bee-town, Wisconsin; grandchildren, Mike (Kelly) and Angela Wiedenbeck, Dina (Pat) Whalen, and C0dy and Kelsey Wiedenbeck; great-granddaughter, Courtney Wiedenbeck; and nephew, Leonard Zylstra of Oregon. Preceding her in death was her twin sister, Jane Nicholis. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 25, 2000, at 10:00 aim. at the SCHWARTZ FUNERAL HOME in Lancaster, with Pastor Glenn Wilson officiating.

Burial will be in the Hillside Cemetery, where military rites will be accorded. Friends may call on Thursday, August 24, 2000, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the SCHWARTZ FUNERAL In lieu of plants and flowers, a Dorothy F. Wiedenbeck memorial fund has been established.

Gulseth, Wendell O. "Windy" MADISON Wendell O. "Windy" Gulseth, age 67, died on Wednesday, August 23, 2000, at Meriter Park Hospital. "Good to see you Windy." 'It's good to be seen." Those greetings are forever gone as Wendell "Windy" Gulseth will no longer be around to respond; after a full and enjoyable life, it was time for him to take the big nap. He was born in Madison on October 11, 1932, and went to Madison East High School and UW-Madison, earning his BBA Degree in 1955.

After two years in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, he started his varied business careers. While in high school he enjoyed participating in football, basketball, baseball and track. At the UW he was on the football team and participated i in the 1953 Rose Bowl game. He was inducted into the Madison Sports Hall of Fame in 1990.

He was a member of the Madison Elks Club and past president of the following organizations: Madison East Rotary, Mendota Gridiron Club and the National Club. Windy felt that he had an influence in changing many people's lives for the better. He truly enjoyed Wisconsin football games and was an avid supporter of UW sports. He was preceded in death by his parents, Olin and Clara Gulseth, and he is survived by his wife, Betty; a son, Gary (Terri); a daughter, Robin (Steve Le); and five grandchildren, Andi, Cody, Whitney, Katie and Stephanie; a brother, Jerry (Diane); and many friends. The family would like to extend their thanks to Dr.

Robert Olson, Dr. Peter Thurlow, and nurses Pat and Carol of Associated Physicians for their compassionate care, as well as the staff of Meriter ICU. A private family service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Mendota Gridiron Club or the American Diabetes Association. Gunderson East Funeral Home 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 Harry, Minnie E.

MADISONMONONA Minnie E. Harry, age 96, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2000, at Four Winds Health Care Center in Verona. She was born on July 9, 1904, in Knapp, Wisconsin, the daughter of John and Hulda Johnson. Minnie was a resident of Monona Meadows for many years. She worked with the Kappa Sigma Fraternity for many years.

Minnie was a member of Bethel Lutheran Church. Minnie enjoyed spending time with her family. She will he deeply missed by her children, Dayton (Sylvia) Harry of Madison, Gilman IHattiel Harry of Brooklyn, Ramona (Henry) Best of Belleville, and Marlene (Roger) Novenskie of Rio; her grandchildren, Diane, Gary, Karen, Scott, Leon, Glen, Steve, Rhonda and Randy; her greatgrandchildren, Jeremy, Josh, Matthew, Mandi, Amanda, Justin, Heather, Faith and Hillary; her freat-great-grandchildren, Dan, 'ammy, Tina and Samantha; her great-great-great grandchildren, Shalako Spring, Shyann Autumn, Cody Alen and Richard; and her sister-in-law, Vella Harry of Eau Claire. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister; a brother, and a great grandchild. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 25, 2000, at 11:00 a.m.

at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Friends may call on Friday, August 25, 2000, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at the funeral home. Leahy, Robert J.

BELMONTTRUMAN Robert J. Leahy, age 87, of Belmont, Wisconsin, and formerly of Truman, Wisconsin, died on Monday, August 21, 2000, at the Southwest Health Center in Platteville, Wisconsin. He was born in Darlington Township, Wisconsin, on November 16, 1912, to William P. and Anna (Swift) Leahy. Bob was married to the former Josephine Deery on October 8, 1940, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Truman, Wisconsin.

They fanned in the area all of their life and were recognized in 1988 as one of the Century Farms in Wisconsin. Bob was instrumental in soil conservation practices. He was a seed corn dealer for 50 years, representing Pride Seed Corn and Golden Harvest. In his retirement he enjoyed collecting antiques and raising emu. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Truman; the Catholic Order of the Forresters; charter member of the National Farmers Organization, and the first president of the LaFayette County NFO; founder of the Kendall Truman Cemetery Compact Association; and the LaFayette County Shamrock Club.

Survivors include his wife, Josephine; his children, Betty (John) Schfecht of Cumming, Georgia, Jerry (Patricia) Leahy of Shullsburg, Ken (Virginia) Leahy of Belmont, Richard ''Dick'' (Charlotte) Leahy of Middleton, and Larry (Mary) Leahy of Darlington-Truman; 15 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two brothers, James (Nilva) Leahy of Darlington, and William (Lois) Leahy of Shullsburg; two sisters, Helene Louis of Hampton, Minnesota, and Isabel Doyle of Shullsburg; and three sisters-in-law, Elaine Leahy of California, Rita Leahy of Elmhurst, Illinois, and Lois Leahy of Davis, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers. Art, Patrick and Mike Leahy; and two sisters, Catherine Rielly and Lucille Dar-rah. A Mass of Christian, Burial will.