The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (Milwaukee, WI) back issues from February 2008:
THE ARTS BRIEFING
Feb 01, 2008; ... MUSIC Pops will hop with jazz band, Hamlisch The Milwaukee Symphony Pops will be popping busily for the nextfive days. New resident conductor Stuart Chafetz will be on the podium whenNew Orleans' Preservation Hall Jazz Bandteams with the MSO tonightthrough Sunday, ...
REVIEW Piano crew builds a prize; Caressing the keys is all in a day's work
Feb 01, 2008; ... What do the people who build pianos and the people who play themhave in common? They both work with their hands. And the documentary "Note by Note: The Making of Steinway L107,"which follows the yearlong process of building a 9-foot concertgrand, celebrates the contributions of ...
African magic; 'Lion King' roars to life, with all its majesty
Feb 01, 2008; ... The most important thing to know about the production of "TheLion King" that's opening soon at the Milwaukee Theatre is this:Get to your seat on time! Latecomers risk missing the most stunningand affecting opening scene in all of musical theater. Accompanied by African drummers, ...
CELEBRITY NOISE; The not-so-young and the restless are at it again
Feb 01, 2008; ... We have news of Britney Spears, who, we understand, isn't doingtoo well mentally. We are not trying to kick a girl when she's down. In fact, weselected our item today not to make fun of poor Britney but toillustrate how icky, how unscrupulous -- how eminently kickable --her ...
The 'Lion King' hornbill is out of Africa and Waukesha
Feb 01, 2008; ... Zazu is from Waukesha. As anyone who has seen the animated film or Broadway musicalversion of "The Lion King" knows, Zazu is the African hornbill whois the prim and proper adviser to the majestic title character. Heis an intensely loyal, dependable, stand-up kind of guy. That ...
Where to score big; Area establishments have Super Bowl specials for you
Feb 01, 2008; ... Although Packers fans had hoped for a different reason to partythis Sunday, a big game of football is still a pretty good one. Manyarea establishments are forging ahead with their party plans forSuper Bowl XLII. Here is a glance at what some bars and restaurantsplan to offer (for more, ...
CONCERT UPDATE NEW SHOWS & MUSIC NEWS
Feb 01, 2008; ... JUST ANNOUNCED Low: 8 p.m. March 28, Turner Hall Ballroom, 1032 N. 4th St., $14,on sale noon Feb. 8 at the Pabst and Riverside box offices, www.turnerhallballroom.org, (414) 286-3663 Colin Meloy: 8 p.m. April 22, Pabst Theater, 144 E. Wells St.,$20, on sale noon Feb. 8 at the ...
CD SPOTLIGHT
Feb 01, 2008; ... Shelby Lynne Just A Little Lovin' Lost Highway If nitro glycerin could sing, we might not need Shelby Lynne. Lynne has been something of a critical darling ever since sheleft Nashville to pursue her own instincts as a singer / songwriter.She is a richly talented ...
THE COOL POOL; Winter's chill doesn't cool the fun
Feb 01, 2008 ... Here's what some of the coolest people around are doing thisweekend: Betty Blexrud-Strigens Time travel seems to dominate this weekend. First, we'll betripping the black-light fantastic for our friend Tania's birthday:glo-bowling and glo-dancing at the Bay View Bowl and Mad ...
'BODY WORLDS'; Educational bodies; Offensive? Not even close. Seeing is believing - in the wonders and complexity of the human existence.
Feb 01, 2008; ... Some folks are acting as if "Body Worlds," the controversial newexhibit at the Milwaukee Public Museum, is a traveling freak show,something they intend to avoid at all costs. While that reaction maybe understandable, it's completely off-base. But the only way to find out is to see ...
CRIME; Crackdown warranted; The Latin Kings and law enforcement are no strangers. Target the gang to make the community safer.
Feb 01, 2008; ... The Milwaukee Police Department believes it has in custody twosuspects in the robbery slaying of Miller Brewing Co. executiveLodewikus "Vic" Milford during the past weekend in Walker's Point. If the suspects, 17 and 21, are the genuine culprits, thedepartment has earned the ...
YOUR OPINIONS
Feb 01, 2008 ... SPENDING CUTS Reduce unnecessary subsidies for ethanol One area where the country can cut spending is its subsidies formaking ethanol using corn. Ethanol production is increasing foodprices and wasting natural resources. Making ethanol requires a lot of natural gas and ...
AGENDA '08 / GROWING METRO MILWAUKEE; HEALTH CARE; Focused advocacy; Preparations for a school of public health at UWM are moving along. But the school still needs a coordinator.
Feb 01, 2008; ... The proposed school of public health in Milwaukee has just abouteverything it needs -- a feasibility study, widespread support,donors, planning and even a potential site. What it doesn't have --and what it needs right now -- is someone to help shepherd thisworthwhile project to ...
QUICK HIT
Feb 01, 2008; ... "Servicio de Taxes," said the professionally produced signoutside a tax-prep store on Lincoln Ave. Substituting the Englishword for "impuestos" could give Spanish language purists thewillies. I sympathize. Still, I'm sure the customers understand.It's a sign that for all the legitimate ...
Uebelacker, Mark E.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Uebelacker, Mark E. Mon., Jan. 28, 2008, age 51 years. Dear son of Grace Uebelackerand the late Frank Uebelacker, Jr. Brother of William (KathrynCrumpton), Susan (Ray Brown), Jane (Robert) Mundt, the late Phillip,and Catherine (Martin) Schulz ....
Schenk, Lucy M. "Lam"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Schenk, Lucy M. "Lam" (Nee Steinbacher) Found peace with God on Wednesday, January 30,2008, at the age of 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Randolph.Loving mother of Linda Noble, Brian, Carlen (Barry Brezan), John R.and Kevin (the late Pamela). Proud and loving grandma of ...
Schultz, Marianne
Feb 01, 2008 ... Schultz, Marianne Wednesday, January 30, 2008 age 74 years ....
Rice, Mae Jessie
Feb 01, 2008 ... Rice, Mae Jessie Passed into Eternal Life on January 27, 2008 age 102. Visitationwill be held Fri. Feb. 1, 3-7PM, Family hour 6-7PM in the EastChapel of the ...
Shanks, Mother Rosie L.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Shanks, Mother Rosie L. Found Eternal Peace with the Lord on January 27, 2008. Home GoingService will be held Sat., Feb. 2, 2008, 11 AM at Greater New BirthChurch, ...
Presswood, Alvin
Feb 01, 2008 ... Presswood, Alvin Age 57 years. January 27, 2008. Beloved husband of ShirleyPresswood. Loving father of Vinson (Elsy) Walker, Herman Presswood,Eric (Jennifer) Walker, Mark (Deanna) Presswood, Takisha Williamsand Kasandra Presswood (Jerrmond) Walker. Brother of Arrie ...
Niggemeier, Ralph Ernst
Feb 01, 2008 ... Niggemeier, Ralph Ernst Age 69, of Minong, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, January 29,2008, at his home surrounded by his family. A Celebration of Lifewill be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 2, 2008 at the Chicog TownHall in Chicog, WI. Visitation will ...
Mortensen, Anita E.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Mortensen, Anita E. (Nee Ludtke) Of East Troy. Went home to the Lord on Thurs., Jan.30, 2008, at the age of 95. Anita was preceded in death by herhusband Hans. She is survived by her son, Melvin and daughter, MargyDonaldson. Anita is also survived by grandchildren, ...
Moon, Mary Jane
Feb 01, 2008 ... Moon, Mary Jane (Nee Whittet) Died peacefully on January 16, 2008, at the age of85. Longtime resident of Shorewood. Devoted wife of the late RobertWilliam Moon. Loving mother of Scott (Marjorie) Moon, Larry (Judy)Moon and Deborah (Daniel) Moon Foley. She is also survived by ...
Lotz, Warren Robert "Bob"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Lotz, Warren Robert "Bob" Of Bayside, died at 87 years of age on January 26, 2008, after along battle with heart disease. Bob was the beloved husband for 65years of Adelle Jean Lotz. He is survived by his loving children,Barbara Lotz, Bonnie Bellows, W. Robert Lotz and Brian Lotz ....
Ivory, Betty
Feb 01, 2008 ... Ivory, Betty Passed into Eternal Life January 26, 2008 at age 52. She leavesto mourn 2 sons; Rev. Craig Roten and Ryan Roten. Combined servicewill be held at Sat. February ...
Henning, Marion K.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Henning, Marion K. (Nee Cauley) Found peace on Jan. 28, 2008, at age 87. Dear wifeof the late Gilbert. Loving mother of Marjorie Henning, Pat Pickett,Richard Henning and the late James Henning. Grandmother of 10grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren. Also loved by ...
Hejdak, Carl A.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Hejdak, Carl A. Passed away peacefully on January 27, 2008, at the age of 77.Loving husband of Dorothy (nee Rydzewski). Beloved dad of David(Cathy), Susan, Rick, Patti Aspenleiter, Chris and Rob. Specialfriend of Evie, Dave and Ruth. Further survived by 6 ...
Hackmaster, Carol A.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Hackmaster, Carol A. January 29, 2008, age 43 years. Beloved wife of Don HackmasterJr. Loving mother of Correen Krahn. Dearest daughter of ShirleyKrahn (nee Polak). Sister of Earl Krahn Sr., Steven Krahn and thelate Barbara Whitney. Also survived by very close extended ...
Gehl, Jeffrey J.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Gehl, Jeffrey J. Jefferson, WI, Jan. 28, 2008, age 42. Born Feb. 8, 1965, inHartford, to Joseph and Veronica (nee Hennes) Gehl. Married DarlaKeuler, Sept. 30, 2000. Survivors: Wife, Darla Gehl of Jefferson;two children, Joshua and Jordan Gehl; father, Joseph Gehl (specialfriend ...
Fuller, Earlene
Feb 01, 2008 ... Fuller, Earlene Age 76 years. January 26, 2008. Mrs. Fuller was a self taughtseamstress. She was loved and respected for her custom made bowlingoutfits made for teams throughout the United States and as far awayas Japan and Switzerland. Funeral ...
Frinzi, Dominic H., Atty.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Frinzi, Dominic H., Atty. Entered Eternal Life January 28, 2008, at the age of 86. Dearfather of Joseph D., James N. and Dominic H. (Amy) Frinzi. Proudgrandfather of James, Elizabeth, Jane, Anne and Benjamin. Cherishedbrother of Romeo (Mamie) Frinzi, Norma Angeli, the late ...
De Vita, Dino A.
Feb 01, 2008 ... De Vita, Dino A. Died peacefully on January 29, 2008, at the age of 95 years.Loving son of Domenico and Giustina De Vita. Beloved husband for 54years of the late Nadine (nee Sachse). Loving father of Joseph(Margot), Mary (the late Jim Hundt), Robert (Jean) and James(Nancy). Proud ...
Chaney, Luella D.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Chaney, Luella D. (Nee Christiansen) Age 88. Of Menomonee Falls. Born to EternalLife Mon., Jan. 28, 2008. Preceded in death by her husband, Daniel,of 63 years. Beloved mother of the late Juliann Chaney, Kathleen(Eugene) Peer, Marilynn (Ronald) Gundrum, Daniel, Ronald and ...
Dey, Leona Mae
Feb 01, 2008 ... Dey, Leona Mae Found her peace on January 30, 2008, at age 80. Survived by hersons David (Amy), Don (Kim), and Jerry (Leeann); and her grandsonsBen and Alex. Further survived by sisters Lucille Lewis ofChesterfield, VA and Shirley Mueller of Wisconsin Rapids; brotherJerry Bassler ...
Byrd, Willie Hattie
Feb 01, 2008 ... Byrd, Willie Hattie Age 69 years. Jan. 26, 2008. Survived by a host of relatives andfriends. Combined Services Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, ...
Butler, Alice
Feb 01, 2008 ... Butler, Alice Age 87. January 26, 2008. Combined services Mon., Feb. 4.Visitation 10 AM-11 AM. Funeral Service at 11 AM ....
Albrecht, Harlan
Feb 01, 2008 ... Albrecht, Harlan Born to Eternal Life Monday, January 28, 2008, age 78. Belovedhusband of the late Ethel B. (nee Oldenhoff). Loving dad of the lateBonnie (Ivan) Bernard, Cindy Albrecht, Grant Albrecht, the latePeggy Sue Albrecht, Lori Albrecht, Dawn (Chuck) Gough and TerriFait ....
Ziolkowski, John F.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Ziolkowski, John F. Mon., Jan. 28, 2008, age 76 years. Dear father of Michael(Marie), Thomas, Timothy (Joyce), Cheryl (Daniel) Spychalla andJodi. Grandfather of Elizabeth, Jennifer (Scott) Turriff, Peter(Christa), Jamie, Zachary, Samantha, Madison, Gage and Riley.Brother of Mary ...
Williams, J.D. Jr.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Williams, J.D. Jr. Born to Eternal Life January 26, 2008, age 38 years. Combinedservices Saturday. Visitation 12 noon to 1 PM ....
Wenzlow, Gerhard Heinz
Feb 01, 2008 ... Wenzlow, Gerhard Heinz Wednesday, January 30, 2008, at the age of 83 years. Belovedhusband of Althea (nee Valentine). Preceded in death by wife Hulda.Loving father of Erv (Connie) Wenzlow and Vicki (Peter) Laskoski.Proud grandfather of Jeremy and Jamie Wenzlow, Vicki (Jason) ...
Uphill, Gary Alan
Feb 01, 2008 ... Uphill, Gary Alan Lifelong resident of South Milwaukee, WI. Gary was born on May11, 1945 and entered into Eternal Life on Sunday, January 27, 2008.Gary was the son of the late Jack and Helen Uphill. He proudlyserved our country as a Marine in Vietnam. Gary is survived by hiswife ...
Steib, Robert J. "Hi-Guy"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Steib, Robert J. "Hi-Guy" Joined Grace, his wife of 53 years on January 29, 2008 at the ageof 78. Loving father of Betty Shady, Robin (Kevin) Vogel, Bob (Pam),William (Kathryn), John (Teri) Steib. Extra special grandpa ofJustin, Beth, Rachel, Heather, Matthew, Ann Marie, Katie, ...
Smith, Thomas J.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Smith, Thomas J. Of Milwaukee. Died peacefully surrounded by his family on January30, 2008, at the age of 71. Tom will be deeply missed by his wifeJulia (nee Stephens), his children Sheila, Thomas (Kathleen) andBridget (William) Jaskulski, and his grandchildren Colleen, ...
Sauer, Louis H.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Sauer, Louis H. Of Cedarburg, January 30, 2008, age 88 years. Beloved husband ofthe late Gerda (nee Schaub). Brother-in-law of Mildred Schaub. Dearfriends of Bill and Jody Buss. Further survived by a niece, otherrelatives and friends. Preceded in death by his brother Hans.Funeral ...
Ritter, Rose M.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Ritter, Rose M. (Nee Stess) Passed away peacefully January 30, 2008, age 86. Shewas preceded in death by her loving husband, Henry R. Ritter. Sisterof Herb (Ruth) Utgard. Cherished mother of Sandra Howe, Peg(Richard) ...
Pirtle Sr., Sylvester B.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Pirtle Sr., Sylvester B. Age 59. January 28, 2008 ....
Patch, Joanne N.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Patch, Joanne N. (Nee Schauwitzer) Age 72. January 30, 2008. Visitation will beheld at St. Paul's Lutheran (Old Church), 14325 W. Janesville ...
Parker, Margaret L. "Marge"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Parker, Margaret L. "Marge" See Sunday's paper for complete notice or ...
Pankonen, Dolores K.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Pankonen, Dolores K. January 27, 2008, in Mesa, AZ. Age 88 years. Beloved wife of thelate Charles J. Pankonen. Loving mother of Charles F. Pankonen,Sharon (Phillip) Aney, the late Frank (Karen) Pankonen and Barbara(Norman) Scharp. Sister of Gloria Parker. Sister-in-law of the ...
Michels, Clarence F.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Michels, Clarence F. Passed away Wed., Jan. 30, 2008, at age 80. Beloved husband of 59years to Virginia (nee Roscizewski). Loving father of Sandra Binder,Gene Michels, Suzanne (John) Fellner, Sharon (Joseph) Symoens, andShirley (Robert) Lochowitz. Dear brother of Charles (Mary ...
Medenwaldt, Ronald G.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Medenwaldt, Ronald G. Age 64, of Sunnyvale, California, passed away January 18, 2008.He was born April 2, 1943 in Laona, Wisconsin to George V. and LornaMary (nee Stauber) Medenwaldt. Ronald graduated in 1961 from HolyName High School in Escanaba, Michigan. He served in the ...
Johnson, Darrin C. "D"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Johnson, Darrin C. "D" Age 41 years. Jan. 25, 2006. Funeral ...
Jeske, Robert J.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Jeske, Robert J. Passed away January 18, 2008, age 58. Memorial service ...
Janka, Karen M.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Janka, Karen M. Passed away unexpectedly on Tue., Jan. 29, 2008, at the age of28. Cherished daughter and best friend of Rodney and Barbara Janka.Loving sister of Robert. Beloved granddaughter of Shirley and WalterWagner, and Mildred and the late Harry Janka. Dear niece of ...
Higgins, Gerald "Jerry"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Higgins, Gerald "Jerry" Age 80, passed away Tue., Jan. 29, 2008, at the HartfordHealthcare Center in Hartford, WI. Born to Barney and Ann (neeBoehm) Higgins on Oct. 10, 1927 in Milwaukee. Jerry is survived byhis nephews and nieces, Earl (Christine) Higgins Jr., Janie (John)Krieg ...
Heinz, Steven A.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Heinz, Steven A. Wed., Jan. 30, 2008, age 51 years. Beloved husband of Robbin.Loving son of Arthur N. and Marcella J. Heinz. Dear brother ofEdward (Rosanna), Randall (Cynthia) and Gregory Heinz. Dear son-in-law of Virginia Kelln. Brother-in-law of Michele, Terry and ShawnKelln ....
Hardekopf, Frederick E.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Hardekopf, Frederick E. of Mequon. The Lord called Fred home on Tuesday, January 29,2008, at the age of 73 years. Loving husband for 51 years of Marilyn(nee Ostrenga). Dear father of Mary (Dean) Lederer, Fred J. (Penny)and Cathy (Jim) Radmann. Special grandpa of Dan, Laura and ...
Goldmann, Ernest H.
Feb 01, 2008 ... Goldmann, Ernest H. Please see Thursday's paper for complete ...
Bequest, Alberta M. "Just call me Butch"
Feb 01, 2008 ... Bequest, Alberta M. "Just call me Butch" (Nee Holtzapfel) Of Tucson, AZ, formerly of Greendale, age 76years, January 27, 2008. Beloved wife of Orval for 56 years. Lovingmother of Vivian (the late David) Demos, Michael (Julie), Robert(Donna), Patricia Koss, Barbara (Dean) Oulton, ...
Benz to use new battery; Johnson Controls' lithium-ion cells to run Mercedes hybrid
Feb 01, 2008; ... Johnson Controls Inc. has won another contract to make lithium-ion batteries for hybrid cars that will be made in Europe, thecompany said Thursday. The announcement came in France during the opening of the world'sfirst factory to make the next-generation hybrid car ...
'Train wreck'; Why can't we look away from the Spears drama?
Feb 01, 2008; ... Kayla Wilder's Thursday morning went something like this: toast,juice, Britney Spears. The Messmer High School student learned the latest about Spearsduring a sunrise conversation with her mother, she said. "(Mom) was watching the news and said 'Britney's in thehospital,' " ...
Summerfest signs Petty, McGraw; List of main stage acts grows
Feb 01, 2008; ... The buzz for Summerfest 2008 is gaining momentum with two moremain stage announcements: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Tom Petty andcountry superstar Tim McGraw. Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers will return to Summerfest on July 5 for an 8 p.m. show at the Marcus Amphitheater. McGraw ...
INSIDE TV & RADIO; Fox broadcast brings a little Super Tuesday to Super Bowl Sunday
Feb 01, 2008; ... It's not unusual for a TV network to use the Super Bowl as aplatform to promote a prime-time show. Fox is doing that after Sunday's game with "House." But it's alsodoing it well before kickoff, with Shepard Smith and the news teamfrom the Fox News Channel moving over to the ...
Businesses see proposal as road to ruin; I-94 plan limits access to 27th St. from south
Feb 01, 2008; ... Like motorists stuck in traffic, retailers and residents fightingto maintain full access to the S. 27th St. business district havebeen honking loudly and making little progress. Road planners in the state Department of Transportation remainadamant that the massive reconstruction of ...
OBITUARY; Frinzi led Italian Community Center; Opera-loving lawyer ran twice for governor
Feb 01, 2008; ... Dominic H. Frinzi was a man who loved both opera and the law --and who thought nothing of bursting into song while waiting for averdict at the Milwaukee County Courthouse. William Janz, a former columnist with the Journal Sentinel, tolda piece of that story. With the news ...