All Obituaries

Merna J. Robinson, age 88, passed away on Sunday, June 17, 2018 at Tivoli Assisted Living in Portage. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at ST. JOHN’S LUTHERAN CHURCH 505 East LaFollette St. Pardeeville. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the services at the church. A full obituary will be published at a later date. .

Rio – Donald G. Dahlen, age 87, completed his earthly journey and joined his wife to dance eternally on June 17, 2018. Don, or “DD” to many, was born August 26, 1930 in Rosholt, WI to Obert & Louise Dahlen.  He was preceded in death by both of his brothers, Orville and Harley. After joining the Air Force and serving in the Korean War, Don returned home and married Doris McFarlane on August 6, 1955.  His life-long dance partner preceded him in death...

Sandra A. Dittberner, age 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 15, 2018 at Tivoli Assisted living in Portage. She was born on October 6, 1934 in Beaver Dam, the daughter of Clifford and Blanch (Hussli) Ellis.  Sandra married Robert Dittberner in June of 1954.  He preceded her in death on March 8, 2015.  With Robert in the Air Force, Sandra and her family lived in many different cities, she was a devoted mother caring for her family, she was also a wonderful cook. She...

Milton L. Street, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, June 12, 2018 at his home.  A complete obituary will follow at a later date. 

Robert C. ” Poker Bob” Schluter, age 74 of Portage, formerly of Pardeeville, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2018. He was born on March 21, 1944.  Bob married Karen Dolgner on April 2, 1966.  He worked as an over the road truck driver for many years, but most recently worked as a driver for ADRC.  Bob loved spending time with family and friends including his morning cappuccino’s in the gathering room with friends, family get togethers or...

Alton D. “Al” Bernander, 89, died June 9, 2018 in his home in Pardeeville, WI.  Al was born in Portage, WI to Arlene (Nelson) and Carl Bernander on June 17, 1928. He graduated from Rio High School, class of 1945. He married Dolores (Johnson) on August 4, 1950 in Rio, WI. Al worked as a banker, insurance salesman and car salesman. Al also served in the National Guard where he played in the 32nd Division Band. He is a 50-year member of the Masonic Lodge. Al’s life was...

Jean A. Smith, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, June 6, 2018. Jean was the loving wife of Steve, nurturing mother of Stephanie and Eric and doting grandmother of Garrett and loving sister of Connie.   She loved gardening, birdwatching, playing card games and Nintendo but most of all loved spending time with her family and friends.  Jean worked at Sta-Care, Inc. for many years, the last several years she worked with her husband Steve in their glass repair...

Dale Jon Stankiewicz, age 58 of Rio, passed away, on June 4, 2018 at home.  He was born May 7, 1960 in Berwyn, Illinois. The son of William and Betty Stankiewicz.  Dale graduated high school and was an avid Chicago Bears and Cubs Fan.  He worked at ETC-Electronic Theater Controls in Middleton before becoming disabled.  Dale was very lighthearted and loving. He is survived by his mother, Betty Stankiewicz; children, Starla (Don) Stankiewicz, Cory Stankiewicz,...

Harlan W. Waugh, age 82 of Rio, passed away Saturday, May 26, 2018 at his home. Funeral arrangements are pending. A full obituary will appear soon.

James R. “Jimmy” Butteris, age 69 of Madison, formerly of Ridgeway, passed away on Monday, May 21, 2018 at home.  He was born on December 7, 1948 in Dodgeville, the son of Robert and Helen (Lynch) Butteris.  Jimmy graduated from Dodgeville High School in 1967 as Salutatorian, 110 of 115 in his class.  He attended Badger Boys State, a summer camp for Wisconsin top male youths.  Jimmy is survived by his brother, Tim (RaeAnn) Butteris; daughter,...