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12/29/2025

William Arthur Thiel

William Arthur Thiel of Janesville, WI passed away at Javon Bea Hospital (Mercy), Rockford, IL at the age of 85 on December 21, 2025.He is survived by his wife, Carol Binder Thiel. Father of Cori Thiel, stepfather of Matt Binder and father-in-law of Terry Jacobs. Proud grandfather of Santana Kaska, Shelby and Emily Jacobs. Great-grandfather of Lawson and Gavin. Dear brother of Anne Reuther. Further survived by nephew, Chris Reuther, aunts Shirley Graykowski and Marion Thiel, many cousins and friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, Carol Franke Thiel and Lester Thiel; grand-parents, Anna and Arthur Franke and Anna and Arthur Thiel; stepdaughter, Mona Jacobs and brother-in-law, Roger Reuther.

William graduated in 1958 from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, WI and served in the US Army from 1958-1961. He was the former owner of Bill’s Budget Autos, Waukegan, IL and longtime car salesman in WI and IL.

Appreciation and special thanks to the medical staff at Javon Bea Hospital.

A Celebration of Life to be held at a later date. Burial in June at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, WI.

Memorials to the charity of your choice.

HENKE-CLARSON FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY is assisting the family. Online condolences may be sent to www.henkeclarson.com

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12/29/2025

12/28/2025

Colleen Mary Schroeder

Colleen Mary Schroeder, 91, passed away on December 27, 2025, while residing at Willowick Assisted Living in Janesville, Wis. Colleen and her identical twin sister, Cathleen, were born April 3, 1934, to Philip and Marion Yuengst in Janesville.

Colleen graduated from Janesville High School in 1953. In 1954, she married Virgil Lindsay Pope, and they had four children together: Steven (Lori) Pope, Diane (Gerald) Lehr, Kimberly (Dennis) Pope/Peabody, and Karen (Dane) Wade. Colleen and Virgil divorced in 1963. She later married Paul Schroeder and welcomed a son, Chad (Rossitza) Schroeder.

Colleen enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She loved animals, and often said some of her happiest years were when she was horseback riding. She enjoyed traveling with her family, a favorite memory being the trip she took to Ireland with her three daughters.

Colleen is survived by her twin sister, Cathleen Phetteplace; sister, Debbie Saide; four children; eleven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Paul; her beloved son, Steven; and her sister, Linda.

She will be sorely missed by her family and friends.

A private service for family will be held at Henke-Clarson Funeral Home, Janesville. She will be laid to rest beside her husband Paul at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin.

Henke-Clarson Funeral Home of Janesville is assisting the family. Online condolences can be shared at www.henkeclarson.com.

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12/26/2025

Charlene Jean Hilsenhoff

Charlene Jean Hilsenhoff, age 83 of Milton, WI died on December 26, 2025 at her home. Per Charlene’s request, no services will be held. Henke-Clarson Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family. Online condolences may be sent to www.henkeclarson.com.

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12/26/2025

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12/25/2025

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12/24/2025

Gloria A. Knox

Gloria A. Knox (nee McCoy), age 88 of Beloit, died peacefully in her sleep on Sun. Dec. 21, 2025. She was born in Mauston, WI, on Feb. 8, 1937, the daughter of Morris and Marion McCoy. Gloria married Vernal Knox in October 1957 in Beloit, Wisconsin. They enjoyed 34 wonderful years of marriage before his passing in 1991.

A Beloit resident for most of her life, Gloria was employed by Fairbanks-Morse, a member of the First United Methodist Church, Red Hat Society, and the Order of Eastern Star #215, Beloit. She enjoyed spending time with her family taking many trips, enjoying the Fireside, square dancing, socializing with the “girls” of Beloit Memorial High School’s Class of ‘57 and being an amazing and loving mom to her children Brian and Brenda. She would later cherish time with her grandchildren Andy, Brandon, Holly and Emily. She was sweet and thoughtful, and loved by her extended family and friends.

Gloria is survived by her two children and their families: Brian (Kate) Knox of Sussex, WI and Brenda (Tom) Witten of Evansville, IN. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers, Charles (Donna) McCoy of Garden Grove, CA and Morris (Gloria) McCoy of Abbeville, MS.

A memorial gathering will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. on Friday Jan. 2, 2026, at HENKE-CLARSON FUNERAL HOME 1010 N Wright Rd, Janesville, WI 53546. Private burial will follow. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gloria’s name to the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter. Online condolences may be shared at www.henkeclarson.com.

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12/24/2025

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12/19/2025

Chery Michelle Bridgewater

Chery Michelle Bridgewater, age 52 of Janesville, passed away on December 19, 2025, at SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison. She was born in La Crosse, Wis., on December 25, 1972, the daughter of William and Dixie (Reed) Ogden. Chery grew up in La Crosse until the family moved to Montana where Chery graduated from high school in Boulder, Montana.

Chery married Craig Bridgewater, and they resided in Utah where he was stationed at Hill Air Force Base. Following their divorce, Chery moved to Janesville and began working for SSI Technology where she was employed for over 20 years.

Chery will be remembered for her bubbly personality, her love of people, the moon and wolves.

Chery is survived by her daughter, Sandra Sosa; mother, Dixie Stecha; sister, Julie Zufelt; half siblings, Tim Boardman, Ashley Weiker, Amber Breidel, and Tyler Weiker; and stepbrother, Justin Weiker. She was preceded in death by her father, William Ogden.

A memorial gathering to celebrate Chery’s life will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at HENKE-CLARSON FUNERAL HOME, 1010 N. Wright Road, Janesville. Online condolences can be shared at www.henkeclarson.com.

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