Local obituaries for Derrick Funeral Home & Cremation Services
Donald Victor Sharer
Mar 2, 2026
Donald Sharer, 90, passed away on March 2, 2026, in Delavan, WI.
Donald Sharer was born on August 2, 1935 in Honolulu, HI, to Donald Sharer, Sr. and Naidah (Sharer) Ah Koi.Donald married Barbara Louise Zelenko on 6/27/1959 at the Lake Geneva Methodist Church. The couple had 3 children, Amy Sharer, Michael (Jordan) Sharer, and Jacqueline(Byron) Robertson.
Donald was best known for his love for his family, his...
Karen Lee Rockenbach
Feb 9, 2026
Karen Lee Rockenbach, age 82 , of Estero, FL and Lake Geneva, WI passed into God’s house on February 18, 2026 at her home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family.
Karen was born on June 11, 1943, in Chicago, IL and passed away after a long and courageous battle with breast cancer. She is survived by her loving...
Jason Keith Acup
Mar 5, 2026
Jason Keith Acup, born on November 28, 1976, in Belvidere, Illinois, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Sharon, Wisconsin. He is remembered as a man of remarkable intelligence, a sharp sense of humor, deep empathy, and a touch of endearing sarcasm that endeared him to those who knew him.
Jason's passions were diverse, showcasing a unique blend of interests that...
Patricia Irene Block
Feb 16, 2026
Patricia Irene Block (nee Brist), age 90, formally of Woodstock, Illinois, passed peacefully on February 16, 2026, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin.
Patricia was born on December 23, 1935, in Williams, Minnesota, she was the daughter of Claud and Ida Luella Brist. Patricia grew up in northern Minnesota and graduated from Roseau High School in 1954. Patricia will be remembered for her unwavering...
James D. Bell
Jan 28, 2026
James Duncan Bell, 88, affectionately known as “Dutch”, went to be with his Savior on January 28, 2026 surrounded by family. Born on February 25, 1937 in Kansas City, MO, Jim was adopted by Carl and Mary Bell and grew up in Champaign, IL.
Jim, tragically, lost his father in an automobile accident at the age of five. His grandfathers played...
Mary Elizabeth "Maribeth" Hogan
Feb 25, 2026
Mary E. Hogan, (nee Kinsella), 97, passed away peacefully February 25, 2026, in Lake Geneva, surrounded by her family.
Maribeth was born in Chicago, IL to William and Elizabeth Kinsella, the youngest of three children. As a child, she enjoyed many summers at the family home in Fontana, WI.
She was a proud graduate of Mundelein College, class of 1950. During her lifetime she pursued several...
Androv Carlson Jr.
Feb 22, 2026
Androv Carlson Jr, 72, passed away suddenly on February 22, 2026, at his home in Lake Geneva, WI.
Androv Carlson (Andy) was born on April 8, 1953, in Chicago, IL, to Androv Carlson Sr. and Susan Baker Carlson.Andy worked for Ed Zaccard from Tempo Components, building roof trusses and then started his thirteen year career at Wisconsin Drywall distributors as a...
Elizabeth Rose Sanders
Feb 20, 2026
Elizabeth Rose “Betty” Sanders, 93, peacefully entered into her eternal reward on February 20, 2026, surrounded by friends.
Betty was born on October 20, 1932 to Joseph and Elizabeth Kwitzky in St. Louis, Missouri. She attended Bayless High School, where she played sports and developed a love for theater. Following a stint in modeling, she met radio broadcaster Bob Sanders. They were...
Joan Elaine Sounde
Feb 8, 2026
Joan E. Sounde, 90, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully with her daughter, Marisa, by her side in the early morning hours of Sunday, February 8, 2026. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 56 years, Ralph. Born on September 14, 1935, Joan grew up in Arlington Heights, Illinois, a place she was always proud to call...
Joan Susan Jacobsen
Feb 7, 2026
Joan Susan Jacobsen passed away peacefully at the Oak Ridge Care Center in Union Grove, WI, on February 7, 2026, at the age of 95. Born on August 27, 1930 in Chicago, IL and in later years, made her home in Twin Lakes, WI.
Joan's early education culminated in her graduation from Tuley High School in Chicago in 1948, where she...
Bettye Jean Lukenbill
Feb 5, 2026
Bettye Jean (Bernard) Lukenbill, 84, of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin went to be with her Lord and Savior on February 5, 2026.
Bettye was born in Libertyville, Illinois to Robert and Ruth Bernard on May 10, 1941. She grew up with her older brother, Charles “Chuck”, older sister, Roberta “Bobbie”, and baby brother, William “Bill”.
Bettye attended Libertyville High School, raised two sons...
Gabriel Andrew Pond
Feb 5, 2026
Gabriel Andrew Pond, born on July 23, 1976, in Waukesha, Wisconsin, passed away on February 5, 2026, in Brookfield, Wisconsin. He is remembered as a dedicated family man who was always there for his loved ones, an avid music enthusiast, and whose passion for sports was matched only by his knowledge of them.
Gabriel graduated from Badger High School in 1994. Upon his...
Dean Robert Schuette
Jan 30, 2026
Dean R. Schuette, a cherished husband, brother, and friend, will be remembered for his extraordinary spirit and zest for life. He peacefully passed away on January 30, 2026, at his home in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, surrounded by his loved ones.
Dean was born on March 5, 1953, in Oak Park, Illinois, to Robert and Evelyn Schuette. Raised in Bellwood, Illinois, he attended St. Simeon's...
Kathleen West
Jan 26, 2026
Kathleen (Bovi) West passed away peacefully on January 26, 2026, at Oak Park Place memory care facility in Burlington, WI. She was 82.
Kathi Bovi was born on January 23, 1944, in Rockford, Illinois, to Joseph Bovi and Eleanor (Carlson) Bovi. She attended Rockford West High School, graduating in 1962, and went on to Quincy College in Quincy, Illinois, where she...
Janice Lou Hagerman
Jan 23, 2026
Janice Lou Hagerman, a spirit of vibrant tenacity and warmth, was born on July 30, 1941, in the charming city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. After a life rich with passion and accomplishment, she gracefully departed this world at the Aurora Burlington Hospital on January 23, 2026.
From a young age, Janice demonstrated a remarkable flair for the artistic. An accomplished dancer in...
Brenda Marie Hausner
Jan 11, 2026
Brenda Marie Hausner, a radiant spirit hailing from Delavan, Wisconsin, passed away on January 11, 2026, at Lakeland Medical Center. Born on July 18, 1985, Brenda touched the hearts of all who knew her with an infectious smile that always lit up the room, and a sharp sense of humor that resonated with her friends and family alike.
Brenda's journey through...
Luke James Braden
Jan 10, 2026
Luke James Braden, age 48, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, January 10, 2026, in Bloomfield, Wisconsin, surrounded by his loving family—his wife, children, parents, in-laws, brothers, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.
Luke was born on September 9, 1977, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, to Arlene and Scott Braden. He grew up in Lyons and attended Lake Geneva area schools, graduating from...
Lois J. Griffith
Jan 3, 2026
Lois Jo (née Falkner) Griffith, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, known and cherished for her faithful, forgiving and loving personality, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 3, 2026, in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, at the age of 98. A resident of Naples, Florida at the time of her passing, Lois enjoyed a long and beautiful life, including 65 years of marriage...
Finn Nor
Dec 27, 2025
Finn Nor, a beloved baker and cherished man, passed away peacefully at his home on December 27, 2025. At the age of 81. Born on November 15, 1944, in Vissenbjerg, Denmark. He was the second child of Gustav and Aase Nor. His siblings included Otto (Tove) Nor, followed by Finn and then Jens (Kirsten) Nor, followed by Bodil Nor (Per)...
Leslie L. Adams
Dec 26, 2025
Leslie L. Adams, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, at the age of 81. Born on September 5, 1944, in Baxter Springs, Kansas, Leslie lived a life rich in love, stories, and cherished memories that will forever resonate within the hearts of those who knew him.
Leslie graduated...
