All Obituaries

Stewart Young, beloved husband of Heidi (Nelson), father of Sara (Henrik Sørensen), brother of Brad, dog dad of Teddy, and loyal friend to many, passed away Saturday, July 17th, after his courageous battle with cancer.  Anyone who knew Stew will remember him as a kind, generous, fun-loving man who always put others first.  His charismatic smile, friendly blue eyes, and genial sense of humor put one at ease and warmed the hearts of many.   Stew was born February1,...

James Edward (Jim) Davis, 87, noted lake area historian, passed away unexpectedly at his Lake Geneva home on Saturday June 26th.   Davis will be remembered as a long-time member of the Geneva Lake Museum's Board of Directors and a docent who guided thousands of lake-area residents and visitors through the museum.  Jim is survived by his partner Bonnie Gardner.  Other surviving family members include his son Robert Davis, a grandson Daniel Davis and his...

Eric was born January 10, 1985 in McHenry, IL.  He grew up in Genoa City, WI and graduated from Badger High School in Lake Geneva, WI.  While in high school, he went to the State competition for shotput in Madison, WI. Eric worked at a variety of jobs over the years.  He enjoyed cooking at various restaurants in northern Illinois and southeastern Wisconsin, and later excelled in sales in Whitewater, WI, often taking monthly top honors in his...

Jane Bailey Smith, 85, of Lake Geneva, WI, passed away at Saint Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI.  The former Jane Bailey was born in Choctaw,  OK on January 5, 1936 the daughter of the late Fay and Ingeborg (Nesheim) Bailey.  On December 24, 1954 in El Reno, OK she was united in marriage to Gerald H. Smith Jr.: he preceded her in death on January 11, 2017.  Jane was an active member of the Lake Geneva United Methodist Church.  She was also a member...

William “Bill” Trester, 81, of the Lake Geneva area passed away at his home on July 23, 2021. Bill was born on October 30th, 1939, to the late Glen and Ann (Altabello) Trester on October 30th, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois.  Bill graduate from St. Phillips High School in Chicago.  After High School Bill became a Pipe Fitter with Local 597 in Chicago and was a proud member. Bill was part of the coffee clutch at the Lake Geneva McDonalds.  You could...

Please note updated time for Memorial Services   Verna Lee Andresen Magee moved to her new home in heaven on March 12, 2021. Vern was born on June 1, 1937 at Lakeland Hospital to Arthur and Dora Madouse Andresen and was greeted with great anticipation because, after losing their first baby, they were told they could not have children. She loved attending school in Lake Geneva and received several honors such as the DAR award, Outstanding Senior Girl Award and Homecoming Queen. She...

Robert A. Ross Sr., 80, of the Lake Geneva area passed away at his home on July 1, 2021. Born Robert Alan Ross to the late Harold and Barbara (Ferth) Ross on June 30th, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois.  Robert was a member of the graduating class of 1960 from Austin High School in Chicago.   On June 30th, 1962, Robert was married to Diane Marie Twarowski at St. Philomena Church in Chicago, Illinois.  Robert was known as a brutality honest man, never holding back...

Kelly D. Elliott. 66, of Linn Township, WI, died Sunday June 20, 2021 at Mercy Walworth Hospital.  Kelly Dean Elliott was born November 12, 1954  in Richland Center, WI the son of the late Keith and Athel (Dobson) Elliott.  On November 7, 1997, in Springfield, WI, he was united in marriage to the former Debra Perepell.  He owned and operated Four Seasons Pier Service for over 40 years.  He was an  avid trap shooter and loved being...

William (Bill) F. Nimmow passed away peacefully at home in Lake Geneva surrounded by family on Saturday, June 19th, 2021, after a hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer.  Bill will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 33 years, Sally, his children, Andrea (Erik) Norslien, Kari Nimmow, Will (Liz) Nimmow and Connor Nimmow. Bill found much pride and pleasure in spending time with his 7 grandchildren, Mitchell, Seth, Gage & Madden Norslien, Nadia Nimmow, and Brody & Zoey...

Matt lived a good life for 59 years. He was loving and beloved as son to Milton L. and Jeanne M. Williams, brother to Leslie Morgan, and Phil & Debra Williams, and uncle to Joshua, Elena, Elizabeth, Anna.  He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. Matt owned and operated successful lawn and landscape companies including his last business, Quintessence. He was known for his good nature, generous spirit, and humor. He was a friend to all.  His greatest joy came...