All Obituaries

Roscoe, IL – Joan Elsie Hilmer, age 93 passed away on May 6, 2026 while at her home surrounded by her family.  Joan was born on March 17, 1933 in Beloit, WI the eldest daughter of  Earl and Blanche (Blackmore) Stouffer.  She graduated from North Boone High School in Capron, IL in 1950.  She married Benjamin Hilmer  on August 21, 1954 at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Beloit.  Benjamin preceded her in death on December 20, ...

Jae Dee Murray passed away surrounded by her loving family on May 4, 2026. She was born on January 22, 1946 in Beloit, WI to parents Walter and Arlene Edmonds. Jae had many hobbies which included crafting, making ceramics, coloring, reading, fishing, and spending time with her family up north. She is survived in death by her kids Tina (Keith) Crane, Michele (Marlyn) Wahl, Joseph Jr. (Jennifer) Murray; a brother Walt Jr. (Shelia) Edmonds; grandkids Kaleb (Alex) Crane, Chance (Viktor ...

Beloit, WI - After 61 years of trudging through a never-ending jungle of challenges - Jennifer Lynn Davenport made it to paradise on May 1st, 2026.    In the final month of her life, when all her worst fears came true following open heart surgery, she powered through, often with a smile on her face, like she’s done countless times.    Born in Beloit, Wisconsin, on February 17, 1965, Jennifer’s early years were spent in trips to Mayo Clinic. It took 4 years ...

Our Savior Jesus Christ has destroyed death and brought life and immortality to light through the Gospel. Let us remember with thanksgiving what God has done through His servant Roger. Roger Allen Stenberg was given life by his creator and was born on June 24, 1940, the child of Gustaf and Evelyn (Anderson) Stenberg. On December 24, 1944, he received the gift of Holy Baptism and became a child of God. On June 6, 1954 he publicly confessed his faith and was confirmed. He received the ...

Wilma Dickenson Coulter, of Janesville, passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on April 17, 2026, at the age of 75. Wilma was born on December 31, 1950, in Riceville, Iowa. She worked at Kahler Hotel Coffee Shop as a waitress in Rochester, Minnesota, waiting on many famous guests before spending years as a truck driver under the CB handler name “Ramblin Rose”. She then worked for General Motors Local #95 until her retirement in 2008. She found joy in helping others and ...

David O. Groves, 78, of Beloit, passed away on April 16, 2026 at Willowick Assisted Living. He was born on July 3, 1947 to the late Duane and Edith (Bruenning) Groves. David was a Beloit Memorial High School-Class of 1965 graduate. He proudly served his country in the Army National Guard from 1967-1973.  David spent his career working as an erector for Beloit Corporation. Through his work with them, he had the opportunity to travel to every continent in his field of hydraulics and ...

Janesville – Betty Lou Hartwich, age 82, passed away on April 15, 2026, at Mercy Hospital, in Janesville, WI. She was born in Iowa City, IA on August 12, 1943, to Andrew and Nina Gleason. She married Allan Hartwich on June 11, 1960; they were married until his passing in 2004.   Betty loved crocheting, baking, camping with her family, picnics, and most of all spending time with her family.   Betty is survived ...

Beloit – Kevin Paul Reece, age 62, passed away at home on April 13, 2026. Kevin was born to Raleigh and Dolores Reece in Janesville, Wisconsin on May 7th, 1963.    He was a Navy Veteran and after returning home from Okinawa, Japan began his employment first with Beloit College in the maintenance and grounds keeper area. His special training in boiler systems was a proud achievement. He spent time honing his skills at Fairbanks Morse and eventually ...

Jeanette Raisbeck, of Beloit, Wisconsin, passed away on April 12, 2026, at the age of 94. She was born on June 17, 1931, in Darlington, Wisconsin, and had made her home in Beloit since 1963.  Jeanette spent her time crafting, coloring, hunting for treasures at thrift stores, and playing bingo. She was known for arranging flowers to welcome new residents to her assisted living community and creating beautiful flower arrangements that brightened the dining room too. She loved ...

Joseph “Joe” McMillan, 54, of Beloit, passed away on April 8, 2026, in his home. He was born on June 22, 1971, to the late James and Trudy McMillan. Growing up he  attended Sun Valley Presbyterian where he was confirmed. He graduated from Beloit Memorial High School in 1989. Joe married the love of his life, Janel Willner-Tannahill on November 4, 2023. Joe worked at Woodman's food market for 30 years, 20 of those managing the liquor store.  Joe was a Boy Scout, played ...