Local obituaries for Derrick Funeral Home & Cremation Services
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Marlene Pearl Graves
Dec 14, 2025
Marlene Pearl Graves, 92, beloved mother and member of Belvidere Park, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, at her home in Fontana, Wisconsin.
Born in East Lansing, Michigan, to Charlotte and Edward Meyers, Mom was an only child. She loved to laugh and socialize and delighted in summer camp and school. She particularly treasured her college years at Michigan State...
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...
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...
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...
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...
