Harold Duane Williams Sr.
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Funeral Service for Harold Duane Williams Sr., 74, of Milaca, MN (formerly of Wisconsin Dells & Baraboo, Wisconsin) will be held at the Rago-Baldwin Funeral Home in Baraboo, WI at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 28, 2010 with visitation one hour prior to service. Burial will be at Walnut Hill Cemetery following the funeral service. Harold died July 23, 2010 in his home after a battle with cancer. He was born August 24, 1935 in Novinger, Missouri. He married Joan Riley in Brodhead on July 24, 1958. They spent the majority of their marriage together in Baraboo while he worked for Alkar Dec as a welder.
Shortly after the death of his wife Joan in 1998, Harold moved to Minnesota to live with his son. He enjoyed his last six years relaxing in his Milaca home. He was surrounded by wildlife and enjoyed the heavily wooded area with his golden retriever, Buddy. Harold enjoyed fishing and hunting with family and friends.
He is survived by his children Harold Jr. (Valerie) of Elk River, MN, Misty (Bob) Maruska of Columbia Heights, MN, Dana Jeffers of Sauk City, David of Baraboo, Mike of Baraboo, Steve of Mauston, and Toni Witkowski of Sauk City. Nine grandchildren & six great-grandchildren. Sisters; Betty (Leonard) Kotwitz, Millie (Dan) Riley, Mary Spears, Jolene “Sissy” Williams and brothers; Joe (Francis), Eddie (Arlene), Glen Dale and Don.
Harold was preceded in death by wife Joan, infant daughter Sarah, parents Ethel and Bernard, brother Arthur “Sonny” and infant brother Eugene.
Funeral arrangements were made by Dare Funeral and Cremation Service, Elk River, MN 763-441-1212. Memorials can be made to Fairview Hospice at 110 6th Avenue South, Princeton, MN 55371.
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| Kenneth Dean Severson
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Kenneth Dean Severson, age 77, passed away at his home on July 25th, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. Ken was born on March 6, 1933 in Argyle, WI, the son of Alvin and Clara ( Evenstead) Severson.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Mary (Robertson) Severson of 55 years, his son, Kurt and daughter-in-law Terri (Hawkins) Severson, Madison, WI; his daughter Carmen Davies, two grandchildren Carson and Kyra Davies; Rockford, IL; a brother, Victor Severson, Arena, WI, two sisters, Ruth Miller, Rockford, IL, Margaret (Ralph) Neuenschwander, South Wayne, WI, his grand dogs Jack and Charlie and many, many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and two sisters.
Ken and Mary united in marriage in Renton, WA on November 20, 1954 during which time he served in the US Army for two years and then made their home in Brodhead, WI. He worked for Beloit Corporation for 35 years and retired in 1998. Kenny was an active member of the community serving on the Brodhead Fire Department for over twenty years, Brodhead Loins Club, American Legion 197/Past Post Commander, and an active member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Kenny was an avid golfer and a member of the Decatur Lake Golf Course. He enjoyed playing golf with the guys, traveling with Mary and friends, breakfast with the “Old Duffers” and his monthly investment club dinners. His true love was spending time with his wife, kids and grandchildren, which brought him the most joy. Kenny will be remembered for his beautiful smile, dry sense of humor, and for always being there for his family and friends.
Funeral services will be held at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Brodhead, WI, at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 with Pastor Kenneth Schaub officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 at D.L. Newcomer Funeral Home, Brodhead, WI from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A memorial fund will be established.
The family would like to give a special thanks to Hospice Home Care, Green County, for their compassion and kindness. “Dad - thinking of you will always keep the love in our hearts and a smile on our faces.” Online condolences may be made at dlnewcomerfuneralhome.com.
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