Local obituaries for Derrick Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Oct 28, 2025

Full obituary is pending at this time.

Services for Tim will be held on Saturday, November 8th, 2025, at 12:00pm at Mt. Zion Church in Lake Geneva.  A visitation will be held prior to the service starting at 10:00am for family and friends. There will be continued fellowship at Mt. Zion Church following the service.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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,...

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....

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...

Sep 28, 2025

Arthur “Art” “Butch” Giovannoni, beloved son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully on Sunday September 28, 2025 at his home at Arbor Village in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, surrounded by his family.

Art was born in Chicago to Art Sr. And Lena Giovannoni. He grew up in Chicago and Cary, Illinois and attended Saints Peter and...

Sep 28, 2025

Dolly Hoffer, age 90, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on January 2, 1935, to Benjamin and Mable Blair at their home in Burnett County, Wisconsin, Dolly grew up in a lively household with five brothers and one sister. From a young age, she carried a deep love for family and faith that...

Sep 26, 2025

Paula Ann Wallace, born on the 22nd of January 1947 in the quaint yet vibrant town of Princeton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on the 26th of September 2025 at Zilber House in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. A cherished matriarch, Paula's life's journey was marked by a profound dedication to family, a spirited love of learning, and a heartwarming affection for those she...

Sep 26, 2025

Caroline Mathilda Ursprung, a beloved and longtime resident of Lake Geneva, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on September 24, 1929, in Indiana, Caroline was a source of love and inspiration to those who knew her.

Throughout her life, Caroline embodied grace and resilience.  Her warm spirit and worldly life stories left a lasting...

Sep 18, 2025

David Jon Leverick, beloved brother, uncle, and godfather passed away peacefully on September 18, 2025 at Archwood Senior Living in Salem Lakes, WI.

Dave was born on June 10, 1955, in Highland Park, IL to Emil and LaVerne Leverick (Ansami). Dave grew up in Arlington Heights

Dave graduated high school from Hersey High in 1974. He then attended Harper College as well....

Sep 17, 2025

Ronald John Bloch, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was born on June 29, 1937, in the vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois. He was a man of remarkable integrity and warmth, who poured his heart into all facets of life. Ronald's journey on this earth came to a peaceful close at his beloved home on September 17, 2025, leaving...

Sep 16, 2025

Jerry Hutter, age 61, of Lake Geneva, passed away on September 16th, 2025. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and cherished friend, Jerry touched countless lives with his kindness, humor, and unwavering love for family.

Jerry faithfully served his country in the United States Army for 11 years, a period of his life that instilled in him loyalty, dedication, and...

Sep 9, 2025

  Anne “Nancy” Dailey, 97, of the Lake Geneva area passed away on September 9th, 2025.  

  Nancy Dailey, was born April 18, 1928 in Rochelle, Illinois.  

  Anne Frances Faley, better known to all as Nancy, was a cherished only child to the late Bernard Francis and Mabel Catherine (Modler) Faley.  She married her high school sweetheart and raised their four children in Lake Geneva....

Sep 8, 2025

Delfino Hernandez Moreno, a long-time resident of Lake Geneva, passed away on September 8, 2025, just six months after the passing of his beloved wife of 65 years, Celia Moreno. Delfino was born at his family’s rancho in El Mimbre, in the state of San Luis Potosi, Mexico, December 23, 1936, the tenth of eleven surviving children. His early years...

Sep 8, 2025

  It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Douglas Neil St.Onge, who left us peacefully on September 8,2025, at the age of 73. He was surrounded by his loving family.  

  Born in Pawtucket Rhode Island, on August 23, 1952, Doug graduated from Warwick Veterans High School in 1970 and attended Drury College in Missouri. He cherished the memories...

Sep 3, 2025

Full obituary is pending at this time.

Services for Curtis will be held on Monday 12:45pm in the main chapel of Derrick Funeral Home.  There will be a visitation prior to the service starting at 12:00pm.  Burial, with military honors, will be held immediately after the service at Oakhill Cemetery.

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