Local obituaries for Derrick Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Robert F. Fesenmaier
Dec 1, 2025
Robert Francis Fesenmaier passed away in the late morning of Monday, December 1, 2025, at his home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin.
Bob was born in Elmwood, Wisconsin, on July 31, 1933. Raised in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, Bob and his older brother, William Everett, would spend summers during the Depression on the family farm in Elmwood. Later, he would join the United...
Pamela Sue (Wisniewski) Zipfel
Dec 3, 2025
Pamela Sue Zipfel, born on August 27, 1962, in Wisconsin, left an indelible mark on the lives she touched before her passing at her home on December 3, 2025. A devoted mother, loving wife, and cherished friend, Pamela embraced life with a warm heart and genuine spirit that captivated everyone around her.
Pamela is remembered fondly for her career as a...
Roger A. Bottlemy
Dec 4, 2025
Roger A. Bottlemy, born on March 26, 1932, in Illinois, peacefully passed away on December 4, 2025, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, whose life was marked by a strong commitment to family and community.
Roger enjoyed a fulfilling career spanning 30 plus years with Wisconsin Power and Light, during which he was known...
Michael E. Glowaty
Nov 25, 2025
Micheal (Mike) Glowaty, age 77, passed away peacefully on November 25th, 2025. Mike was born in Chicago, IL, on October 10th, 1948, and was the son of Edward and Constance Glowaty (Jendrzejewski).
Mike spent his early years in Chicago before moving to Wisconsin with his family. Mike loved fishing, watching boxing, the outdoors and being very active. Which took him to...
Mark Edward Schiller
Nov 25, 2025
Mark Edward Schiller, born February 9, 1963, in Illinois, left this world on November 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy built as much with his hands as with his remarkable mind. Though he was never a man of many words, when Mark spoke, people listened — because he spoke with purpose, wisdom, and a quiet strength that shaped everyone around...
Anthony Francis Machi Jr.
Nov 22, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Anthony Francis Machi Jr., who left us on November 22, 2025. Born on November 23, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Anthony lived a life enriched by family, service, and cherished hobbies. He graduated from Milwaukee Tech High School and went on to serve his country honorably in the United States...
Dixie Lynn Jaranson
Nov 11, 2025
Dixie Lynn Jaranson, 84, of Fox Lake, IL, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2025, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee, WI. She was born on August 5th, 1941, in Fox Lake, IL to the late John and Floradine (nee Garretsen) Samec.
Family & Relationships
Dixie was a loving wife for 66 years to Morris Jaranson. She was a devoted mother of...
Debra "Granny" Enochs
Nov 11, 2025
Debra Ann Enochs, lovingly known as "Granny" to all who had the pleasure of crossing her path, departed this earthly plane on November 11, 2025. Born on April 6, 1957, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, she embodied the essence of warmth and compassion throughout her life, earning the love of many in her beloved community.
Debra's journey through life...
Sandra Lea Graham
Nov 8, 2025
Sandra L. Graham of Burlington, WI left this world peacefully on November 8, 2025, to be reunited with the love of her life, her husband, Roy. They are dancing together once again to all of their favorite country music artists.
Sandra Lea Graham was born April 22, 1946, in Nekoosa, WI to Orville and Ethel (Trickle) Fuller. On November 28, 1964,...
Robert William Flemming
Nov 6, 2025
Robert William Flemming, a cherished member of the Lake Geneva community and a man whose contributions echoed through every corner of the city he loved, passed away peacefully at his home on November 6, 2025. Born on September 17, 1926, in the enchanting surrounds of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Robert's life was a tapestry woven with dedication, service, and a profound...
George F. Hennerley
Nov 2, 2025
George F. Hennerley, a beloved father and cherished figure in the Lake Geneva community, passed away peacefully at his home on November 2, 2025. He is leaving behind a legacy marked by hard work, integrity, respect, and an insatiable zest for life and knowledge.
George was born on November 18, 1951, in Weetzen, Germany, to the late Francis and Karla (Mathwig)...
Timothy Joseph Dunn
Oct 28, 2025
Timothy Joseph Dunn, a life-long beloved figure in the Lake Geneva community, was born on May 29, 1948, in the picturesque surroundings of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. He departed this world on October 28, 2025, in Mt. Pleasant, Wisconsin, surrounded by the warmth and love of family and friends.
Timothy dedicated his professional life to helping run the family business, Dunn Lumber...
William Giles Rogers Sr.
Oct 20, 2025
William Giles Rogers Sr., born on February 25, 1938, in Oak Park, Illinois, departed this world peacefully at his home on October 20, 2025, behind a legacy marked by love, dedication, and unwavering devotion to his family.
A distinguished career awaited William, who dedicated the majority of his professional life to the noble profession of Certified Public Accountant. With a diligent...
Gail Marven Melick
Oct 17, 2025
Gail Melick died peacefully on October 17, 2025, at the age of 97. He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy, with whom he shared 38 years of love and companionship; his two sons, Daniel and Matthew; his two Russian daughters, Svetlana Ignatieva (Alec) and Maria Liapina; and seven grandchildren, Teri, Dane (Cortney), Cassie, Noah, and Maegan Melick, and Sasha...
Eva K. Sorock
Oct 12, 2025
Eva Knowlton Sorock passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025. Eva was born on September 14, 1946, in Elmhurst, IL. She grew up in Winnetka, IL, graduating from New Trier High School. She was a graduate of Mount Holyoke College, the University of Colorado, where she earned a Master’s degree in journalism, and the University of Chicago, where she earned...
Richard "Dickie" Allen Payne
Oct 11, 2025
Richard Allen Payne, known affectionately as Dickie, passed away peacefully at his home on October 11, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on December 9, 1954, in the picturesque town of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Dickie's roots ran deep in the community that he cherished and profoundly influenced throughout his life.
A proud graduate of Badger High School in 1973, Dickie...
Sharon Lynn Walloch
Oct 10, 2025
On October 10, 2025, Sharon L. Walloch, 85, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord, in Lake Geneva, WI. Born in Milwaukee on November 24, 1939 to the late Bernard and Irene Naraus, her earthly journey took her full circle, from Wisconsin to Florida to Texas to Illinois, and back again. A 1957 Honors graduate of Pulaski High School,...
Judy Sue Bunn
Oct 7, 2025
Judy Sue Bunn (nee Langford), passed away, unexpectedly but peacefully, Wednesday October 7, 2025 at Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, Alabama.
Born in Saginaw, Michigan on Dec 7, 1955 to Larcey D. and Ruth E. (nee Maturen) Langford, she was one of nine children. She was preceded in death by both parents, four siblings and a nephew, "Mattie".
On Nov 18th,...
Laura Harley Bergesen
Oct 3, 2025
Laura Harley Bergesen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on October 3, 2025, at St. Luke's Medical Center, leaving behind a legacy rich in love and cherished memories. Born on April 17, 1959, in St. Charles, Illinois, Laura illuminated the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Married to her devoted husband, Brad J....
Roy Milburn Graham
Sep 29, 2025
Roy Graham a devoted husband and father passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on September 29th 2025.
He was born on January 8th 1941, Roy was the son of Henry and Elsie (Alden)Graham. He has one surviving brother Robert (Dana) Graham, and sister Luellen (David)Schmitt. He is preceded in death by his parents Elsie and Henry, brother Raymond, and...
