Green County Pulse

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  • Obituary: Tamara R. “Tammy” Miller

    Obituary: Tamara R. “Tammy” Miller

    Tamara R. “Tammy” Miller, age 57, of New Glarus, died on Saturday, January 4, 2025 in Hospice care at St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison. Tammy was born on May 5, 1967 in Monroe, the daughter of Dave and Rose (Mau) Rundle. Tammy was a 1985 graduate of Monroe High School before earning a degree in insurance sales.  She married Kenneth Johnson in 1990 and was united  in marriage to Ted Miller on October 24, 2015. She worked as an independent insurance agent for many years before retiring in 2008. Most recently she enjoyed eBay marketing and sales. Tammy had the gift of gab and always enjoyed meeting new people and keeping up with old friends. She also had a passion for music, cooking, gardening, tending to her flowers, family cookouts, and her animals. Tammy was eager to meet her new grandchild due in June. 

    She will be missed by her husband, Ted Miller of New Glarus; sons, Tyler Johnson (Laura) of Edgerton, Dylan Johnson (Meghan) of Verona; step-daughter, Ashlee (Jake) DeHaven of Madison and their daughter, Melody; mother, Rose Rundle of Monroe; and two brothers, Tim (Dianne) Rundle of Brodhead, Troy (Teresa) Rundle of Monroe;  and nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her father in 1986.

    Private family services will be held on Monday, January 13, 2025 at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe. Interment will follow Greenwood Cemetery, Monroe. A memorial fund will be established in Tammy’s name. Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net 

  • Green County Sheriff’s Office – 1/4/2025

    Green County Sheriff’s Office – 1/4/2025

    The following events occurred on January 4, 2025:

    All person’s arrested or cited are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    ACCIDENT-PD
    At 12:45 PM, Deputies responded to the intersection of CTH B and Honey Creek Rd., Town of Clarno, for a two vehicle crash with no injuries. Investigation determined a westbound vehicle, operated by Kelsi R.

    Ruchti, 39, of Monroe, was attempting to turn south onto Honey Creek Rd. While waiting to turn, a westbound vehicle, operated by Mariana L. Santamaria-Rayo, 22 of Monroe, could not stop her vehicle in time and collided with Ruchti’s vehicle. Santamaria-Rayo’s vehicle sustained disabling damage and had airbag deployment. Ruchti’s vehicle sustained disabling damage with no airbag deployment. Both drivers reported wearing their seatbelts, not being injured and both vehicles were towed. Santamaria-Rayo was cited for Driving too Fast for Conditions and Operating Without a Valid License.

    DOMESTIC ABUSE
    At 4:27 PM, Deputies responded to a residence in the 600 block of E. Lake Ave, Village of Monticello, for a 911 call. As a result of the investigation, Jose Rojas, 32, of Monticello, was arrested for Disorderly Conduct- Domestic and a PO Hold. Rojas was transported to the Green Co. Jail pending an initial court appearance.

    ACCIDENT- PD
    At 7:38 PM, Deputies responded to the N4200 blk of STH 59., Town of Sylvester, for a motor vehicle accident.  Investigation found that a vehicle operated by, Brittany N. Ethridge, 33, of Monroe was traveling east when she reportedly overcorrected and lost control of the vehicle.  The vehicle went into the south ditch overturning and came to rest.  The vehicle sustained disabling damage, had airbag deployment, and was towed from the scene.  Ethridge reported wearing her seatbelt.  Ethridge was cited for failure to keep the vehicle under control and released.

    DRUG/NARC VIOLATION
    At 10:20 PM, Deputies stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation in the N7500 block of STH 69, in the Town of New Glarus. The investigation resulted in Antario H. Cain, 24, of Freeport, being cited for Possession of Open Intoxicants in motor vehicle – Driver and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.      

    Patrol Sgt. A. King #6
    Green County Sheriff’s Office

  • Obituary: Lucille M (Friedly) Brooks

    Obituary: Lucille M (Friedly) Brooks

    Lucille M Brooks, 98, passed away peacefully January 03, 2025, at Monroe Clinic Hospice Home with family members by her side.

    Lucille was born on the family farm December 12, 1926 to the daughter of Carl and Margaret Friedly. Coming from a family of 5 sisters and 4 brothers; Lucille learned all about the importance of family which she taught to her immediate family. 

    Lucille went to Shanghai School in Brodhead until the 8th grade. After her graduation she worked at Freeman Shoes in Brodhead for a few years until she met the love of her life, Kenneth Brooks; they united in marriage at St. John’s United Church of Christ in Monroe on February 16, 1952. 

    Kenneth and Lucille farmed for over 50 years. Farming was her passion along with baking and spending time with family. Lucille always supplied the homemade cinnamon rolls and dinner rolls for family gatherings. She also enjoyed her bowling league. Lucille was a member of Clarno United Methodist Church. 

    Lucille was a feisty, hardworking woman but always had time to share her love and spending time with her family gave her the most joy. 

    Lucille is survived by: Judy (Daryl) Meighan; Jerry (Alice) Brooks; Laura (Terry) Hughes. Grandchildren: Mike (Kamille) Landen; Angie Meighan; Jeremy (Michele) Meighan; Cory Brooks; Kyle Knoll; Carissa (Fiancé Mike Witte) Brooks; Jessica (Martin Jr.) Akins; Ryan (Emily) Hughes. Seventeen Great Grandchildren and one Great-Great Grandchild with two others on the way. Lucille is also survived by her brothers: Fritz Friedly and Ralph Friedly; Sisters: Bertha Chestnut, Helen Brooks and Beverly Klopfenstein.  Preceded in death by: Husband Kenneth Brooks; Her Mother and Father; Daughter Barbara Landen; Brothers: Walter Friedly and Robert Friedly; Sisters: Margaret LeBeau and Janet Zettle. 

    Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at 11:00 a.m., at NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe, with Rev. JoAnn Meyer officiating. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday, January 9, from 3:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. A Memorial fund will be established in Lucille’s name.  Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net

    Thank You to everyone at SSM Health Monroe Hospital, ER, and SSM Health Hospice Home for the wonderful care you gave our sweet Lucille. 

  • Obituary: Michael J. Brandenburg 

    Obituary: Michael J. Brandenburg 

    Michael J. Brandenburg, age 58, of Monroe, died peacefully at home on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Mike was born on January 29, 1966 in Monroe, the son of Delivyn and Phoebe (Abraham) Brandenburg. He graduated from Wausau East High School and has worked for many years at Greenco Industries in Monroe. Mike enjoyed fishing, John Wayne movies, driving his truck, going out to breakfast, and the occasional trip to the casino. Above all, Mike cherished visits from his family and the time they shared. 

    He is survived by his siblings, Laura Young, David (Mary) Brandenburg, Ann (Harry) Sokel, Becky (Steve) Pink, Kathryn (Jon) Neff, John (Lisa) Brandenburg, Dan (Cindy) Brandenburg; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother in 2011, and his father in 2014. 

    A celebration of Michael’s life will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the NEWCOMER FUNERAL HOME, Monroe. Visitation will precede the service beginning at 10:00 a.m. A private family burial will be held at a later date in Staver St. Peters United Methodist Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Greenco Industries in Mike’s name. Condolences may be shared at newcomerfuneralhome.net

  • Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/02/2025

    Green County Sheriff’s Office 01/02/2025

    The following events occurred on January 2, 2025:

    All person’s arrested or cited are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

    ACCIDENT- PI
    At 10:59 AM, Deputies along with GEMS, and MRFD responded to a two vehicle crash in the N2300 block of Bethel Road, in the Town of Clarno.  Investigation found a vehicle operated by Karen L Burkhalter, 70, of Monroe, was stopped at the stop sign at the intersection of Patterson Road and Bethel Road. Burkhalter accelerated to turn north onto Bethel Road at the same time a vehicle operated by,

    Aiden M Thorp,17, of Monroe was southbound on Bethel Road, causing a collision. Burkhalter was not injured, and was wearing a seatbelt. Thorp was injured, and  was wearing his seatbelt. Both vehicles had airbag deployment and sustained disabling damage. Both vehicles were towed from the scene. Burkhalter was cited for failure to yield the right-of-way from a stop sign. 

    DRUG/NARC VIOLATION
    At 8:56 pm, Deputies conducted a traffic stop for a traffic violation in the W5000 block of Exeter Crossing Rd, Town of New Glarus. Investigation resulted, Henry R. Masaquiza, 17 of Madison was cited for possession of THC.  Masaquiza was released with a non mandatory court date.

    Patrol Sgt. A. King #6
    Green County Sheriff’s Office