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     Mercedes Francis Roessler was born on 15 October 1925 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Adolph Roessler and Genevieve McCarville. Mercedes Francis Roessler married Hilary C. Mack on 3 June 1947. Mercedes Francis Roessler died on 7 September 2004 at Sauk Praire, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 78; Mercedes F. Mack, 78, of Sauk City, died on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2004 at Maplewood of Sauk Prairie.

Mrs. Mack was born on Oct. 15, 1925, the daughter of the late Adolph and Genevieve (McArville) Roessler. She was united in marriage to Hilary Mack on June 3, 1947.

Mrs. Mack was a member of St. Aloysius Catholic Church, the Council of Catholic Women, Royal Neighbors of America, American Legion Auxiliary and the Red Hatters.

Mrs. Mack is survived by her six children, Veronica (Terry Smart) Mack, of Madison, Donna Rae (Bill Murphy) Mack, of Centerville, Mass., Dennis Mack, of Milwaukee, Joe Mack, of Sauk City, Natalie (David) Vakauta, of Bradenton, Fla. and Neil (Sherri Ganser) Mack, of Merrimac; six grandchildren, Stephanie Smart, Scott Mack, Daniel Mack, Diana Mack, Samuel and Gabriel Mack; five sisters, Joan (Rodney) Premo, of Prairie du Sac, Maxine (Del) Hambrecht, of Sauk City, Collett (Jim) McFarlane, of Waunakee, Donna Fay (Sylvester) Statz, of Cross Plains and Loretta (Peter) Dooley, of Madison; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband on Jan. 27, 1989; a daughter, JoAnn in 1992 and two sisters, Mary Veronica Flauger and Polly Mallon.

A Mass of Christian burial was at St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Sauk City on Sept. 10 with Fr. Kevin D. Holmes and Fr. John Meinholz concelebrating. Burial was in the St. Aloysius Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the American Cancer Society or Home Health United, Sauk Prairie.
     Mercedes Francis Roessler obtained US Social Security Card at 395-22-3306 at Wisconsin; last residence Sauk City, Sauk, Wisconsin. Mercedes Francis Roessler was also known as Francis. She was listed as a daughter in Adolph Roessler's household on the 1930 Census at Troy, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ As of 3 June 1947,her married name was Mack.

     Apollonia G. Schmitz was born on 3 November 1894 at Wisconsin. She married Anthony James Roessler, son of Wenzel L. Roessler and Anna Rose Honish, on 28 February 1922. Apollonia G. Schmitz died on 22 February 1985 at Dane, Wisconsin, at age 90.
     Apollonia G. Schmitz obtained US Social Security Card at 387-68-8662 at Wisconsin; last residence Madison, Dane, Wisconsin. As of 28 February 1922,her married name was Roessler. She was listed as wife in Anthony James Roessler's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Anthony James Roessler Jr. was born on 2 January 1923 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Anthony James Roessler and Apollonia G. Schmitz. Anthony James Roessler Jr. died on 10 February 2001 at age 78.
     Anthony James Roessler Jr. obtained US Social Security Card at 399-26-9237 at Wisconsin; last residence Madison, Dane, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Anthony James Roessler's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Cecelia Schmitz was born circa 1891 at Wisconsin.
     Cecelia Schmitz was listed as a sister-in-law in Anthony James Roessler's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Joseph Roessler was born in September 1840 at Bohemia; also reported as 1841. He married Genevieve Langer circa 1869. Joseph Roessler died on 17 February 1904 at age 63; also reported as 1905.
     Joseph Roessler was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Genevieve Langer was born on 18 October 1835 at Luckau, Germany. She married Frank Weisser in 1858. Genevieve Langer married Joseph Roessler circa 1869. Genevieve Langer died on 13 October 1928 at age 92; in the Weekly Home News published in Spring Green, Sauk County, Wisconsin - 18 Oct 1928 (or 1919?). She was buried after 13 October 1928 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     As of 1858,her married name was Weisser. As of circa 1869,her married name was Roessler. She had 2 with 1 living in 1900 children. She was listed as wife in Joseph Roessler's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Genevieve Langer had 2 with 1 living in 1910 children. She was listed as mother-in-law in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.² Genevieve Langer was listed as mother-in-law in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.³

     Frank Weisser married Genevieve Langer in 1858. Frank Weisser died in 1866 at from cholera.

     Anna Weisser was born before 1866. She died in 1866 at from cholera. She was the daughter of Frank Weisser and Genevieve Langer.

     Philomena Weisser was born in December 1865 at Germany. She was the daughter of Frank Weisser and Genevieve Langer. Philomena Weisser married Dennis Hubert Dederich, son of Anton D. Dederich and Anna Mary Schaefer, circa 1896. Philomena Weisser was buried in 1951 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. She died in 1951.
     Philomena Weisser was also known as Minnie. As of circa 1896,her married name was Dederich. She was listed as a step-daughter in Joseph Roessler's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Philomena Weisser was listed as wife in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.² Philomena Weisser was listed as wife in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.³ Philomena Weisser was listed as wife in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; also includes son Venance, age 2 born in Wisconsin, parents birth locations U.S.⁴

     Dennis Hubert Dederich was born on 9 October 1862 at Wisconsin; also reported as Jun 1862. He was the son of Anton D. Dederich and Anna Mary Schaefer. Dennis Hubert Dederich married Philomena Weisser, daughter of Frank Weisser and Genevieve Langer, circa 1896. Dennis Hubert Dederich was buried in 1942 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. He died in 1942.
     Dennis Hubert Dederich was also known as Hubert. DENNIS H. DEDERICH is one of the best known citizens of Bear Creek
Township, where for a number of years he has carried unusually heavy
responsibilities as a farmer and land owner and has done his. share
toward developing this section of a peculiarly rich and prosperous Wisconsin
community.
Mr. Dederich was born in Bear Valley of Richmond County, Wisconsin,
October 9, 1862, a son of A. D. and Mary (Schaefer) Dederich.
His father came from Germany in 1848, the year that marked the revolution
in that country and the exodus of so many of its best citizens
to America. He and his wife were married at Roxbury, Wisconsin.
A. D. Dederich was a wagon maker by trade, but he finally turned to
farming and acquired 550 acres. Taking this land in a rough and wild
state, he cleared most of it and was in very prosperous circumstances
when he died October 20, 1898. His widow passed away October 20,
1892. Their children were Margaret, Gertrude, Peter, Adolph, Tony,
Dennis, Gerhard, Ramie, Francis and Joseph.
Dennis H. Dederich grew up on his father's farm, was educated in the
local schools, and at an early age began farming on his own responsibility.
He established himself at his present home in Bear Creek Township
December 1, 1903. Here he owns 200' acres and thirty acres were cleared
up by his own hands. He has built a good house and barns and is conducting
a model dairy of thirty-one cows, while he has about forty-two
head of cattle. Mr. Dederich is independent in politics and a member of
the Catholic Church.
He married Philomena Weiser, daughter of Frank and Genevieve
(Langer) Weiser, of Bear Creek. Mr. and Mrs. Dederich have six children,
named Genevieve, Philomena, Joseph, Gertrude, Margaret and
Hilda, all of whom have been carefully educated in the public schools. Dennis Hubert Dederich was also known as D. H. Dennis Hubert Dederich was also known as D. Hubert. He was listed in Anton D. Dederich's household on the 1870 Census at Ithaca, Richland, Wisconsin.¹ Dennis Hubert Dederich was listed as a (step)son-in-law in Joseph Roessler's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.² Dennis Hubert Dederich was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.³ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.⁴ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; also includes son Venance, age 2 born in Wisconsin, parents birth locations U.S.⁵

     Joseph J. Dederich married Agnes M. Kernan. Joseph J. Dederich was born in April 1899 at Wisconsin; also reported as Apr 1898. He was the son of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Joseph J. Dederich was buried in 1989 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. He died in 1989.
     Joseph J. Dederich was also known as J. Joseph. He was listed as a step-grandson in Joseph Roessler's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Joseph J. Dederich was listed as a son in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.² Joseph J. Dederich was listed as a son in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.³ Joseph J. Dederich was listed as a son in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; also includes son Venance, age 2 born in Wisconsin, parents birth locations U.S.⁴

     Philomena S. Dederich was born on 11 June 1900 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Philomena S. Dederich married Andrew Berfanger circa 1925. Philomena S. Dederich died in February 1969 at age 68.
     Philomena S. Dederich obtained US Social Security Card at 319-26-2297 at Illinois; last residence Boscobel, Grant, Wisconsin. She was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.¹ Philomena S. Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.² As of circa 1925,her married name was Berfanger. Philomena S. Dederich was listed as wife in Andrew Berfanger's household on the 1930 Census at Westmont, DuPage, Illinois.³

     Andrew Berfanger was born on 9 October 1898 at Indiana. He married Philomena S. Dederich, daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser, circa 1925. Andrew Berfanger died in October 1980.
     Andrew Berfanger obtained US Social Security Card at 358-09-8123 at Illinois; last residence Boscobel, Grant, Wisconsin. He was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Westmont, DuPage, Illinois.¹

     Genevieve Mary Dederich married Anton F. Ruhland, son of John W. Ruhland and Josephine Mary Laubmeier. Genevieve Mary Dederich was born on 25 May 1897 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Genevieve Mary Dederich died on 16 June 1987 at age 90. She was buried after 16 June 1987 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     Her married name was Ruhland. She was listed as a step-granddaughter in Joseph Roessler's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Genevieve Mary Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.² Genevieve Mary Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.³ Genevieve Mary Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; also includes son Venance, age 2 born in Wisconsin, parents birth locations U.S.⁴

     Mary Margaret A. Dederich was born in 1904 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Mary Margaret A. Dederich died on 8 November 1990.
     Mary Margaret A. Dederich was also known as Margaret. Mary Margaret A. Dederich was also known as Marguerite. She was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.¹ Mary Margaret A. Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.²

     Hilda A. Dederich was born in 1906 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Hilda A. Dederich died in 1983.
     Hilda A. Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.¹ Hilda A. Dederich was listed as a daughter in Dennis Hubert Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to D. A. Dederich.²

     Edward Francis Dwyer was born on 20 May 1895 at Wisconsin. He was the son of William A. Dwyer and Mary A. (?). Edward Francis Dwyer married Eva M. Roessler, daughter of Wenzel L. Roessler and Anna Rose Honish, after April 1930. Edward Francis Dwyer died on 22 January 1968 at age 72; also reported as 15 Jan 1968. He was buried after 22 January 1968 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     Edward Francis Dwyer obtained US Social Security Card at 394-38-5274 at Wisconsin; last residence Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in William A. Dwyer's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Edward Francis Dwyer was listed as a son in William A. Dwyer's household on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.² On 17 June 1918 DWYER, EDWARD FRANCIS, Dellona. Entered service June 17, 1918; mustered out Jan. 17, 1921. Edward Francis Dwyer was listed as a son in William A. Dwyer's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.³

     Mary E. Roessler was born on 6 January 1883 at Germany; also reported as Austria. She was the daughter of Wenzel L. Roessler and Anna Rose Honish. Mary E. Roessler married Neal S. Chapin, son of Spencer Chapin and Eva M. (?), circa 1904. Mary E. Roessler died in May 1967 at age 84.
     Mary E. Roessler obtained US Social Security Card at 393-20-1298 at Wisconsin; last residence Lake Geneva, Walworth, Wisconsin. Mary E. Roessler was also known as May. She immigrated with Wenzel L. Roessler and Anna Rose Honish in 1885. As of circa 1904,her married name was Chapin. Mary E. Roessler was listed as wife in Neal S. Chapin's household on the 1920 Census at Chicago, Cook, Illinois.¹ Mary E. Roessler lived in 1926 at Lake Geneva, Walworth, Wisconsin. She was listed as wife in Neal S. Chapin's household on the 1930 Census at Lake Geneva, Walworth, Wisconsin.²

     Florence E. Dwyer was born in 1939. She was the daughter of Edward Francis Dwyer and Eva M. Roessler. Florence E. Dwyer was buried in 1966 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. She died in 1966.

     Anton F. Ruhland married Genevieve Mary Dederich, daughter of Dennis Hubert Dederich and Philomena Weisser. Anton F. Ruhland was born on 4 October 1909 at Wisconsin. He was the son of John W. Ruhland and Josephine Mary Laubmeier. Anton F. Ruhland died on 1 January 1990 at age 80. He was buried after 1 January 1990 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     Anton F. Ruhland was listed as a son in John W. Ruhland's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Neal E. Chapin was born on 30 July 1924 at Illinois. He was the son of Neal S. Chapin and Mary E. Roessler. Neal E. Chapin died on 11 August 1998 at age 74.
     Neal E. Chapin obtained US Social Security Card at 388-18-4976 at Wisconsin; last residence Sturtevant, Racine, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Neal S. Chapin's household on the 1930 Census at Lake Geneva, Walworth, Wisconsin.¹

     Henry James Railton was born in April 1872 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Alfred Railton and Jessie M. Fletcher. Henry James Railton married Frances A. Phelan, daughter of Dennis Phelan and Elizabeth Quinn, circa 1891. Henry James Railton died after April 1930.
     Henry James Railton was also known as J. Harry. Henry James Railton was also known as Harry James. He was listed as a son in Alfred Railton's household on the 1880 Census at Willow, Richland, Wisconsin.¹ Henry James Railton was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Willow, Richland, Wisconsin.² He was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Willow, Richland, Wisconsin.³ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Willow, Richland, Wisconsin.⁴

     Rosella Ring was born in October 1897 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of George Ring and Mary Ruhland. Rosella Ring married Vincent Lawrence Phelan, son of Dennis Phelan and Elizabeth Quinn, circa 1918. Rosella Ring died before June 2005.
     Rosella Ring was also known as Rose. She was listed as a daughter in George Ring's household on the 1900 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Rosella Ring was listed as a daughter in George Ring's household on the 1910 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² As of circa 1918,her married name was Phelan. Rosella Ring was listed as wife in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to father-in-law George Ring.³ Rosella Ring was listed as wife in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.⁴

     Rose Mary Phelan was born circa 1919 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Vincent Lawrence Phelan and Rosella Ring. Rose Mary Phelan died before August 2004.
     Her married name was Powers. Rose Mary Phelan was also known as Rosemary. She was listed as a daughter in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to father-in-law George Ring.¹ Rose Mary Phelan was listed as a daughter in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.²

     Vincent J. Phelan married Betty Swanson. Vincent J. Phelan was born on 13 November 1921 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was the son of Vincent Lawrence Phelan and Rosella Ring. Vincent J. Phelan died on 27 August 2004 at age 82; Vincent J. "Vince" Phelan, age 82, passed away at home on Friday, Aug. 27, 2004, on the seven year anniversary of his beloved wife Betty's passing. He was born on Nov. 13, 1921, in Spring Green, to Vincent and Rosella (Ring) Phelan. Vince was a graduate of Madison East High School. After graduation he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during World War II, receiving two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. Upon his return from service, he married the love of his life, Betty (Swanson) Phelan. They shared 48 happy years together. They worked together at Oscar Mayer for more than 30 years. Vince was active as a union steward and proud to work to better the working conditions of his brothers and sisters of Local Union No. 538 UFCW. They retired to Clearwater, Fla., where they lived until returning to Madison in 1997. Vince was politically active in the Democrat party. Vince was a loving, caring and compassionate man with a great sense of humor, remarkable memory, and zest for life. He made a lasting impression on all those fortunate enough to have known and loved him. Vince was born with the gift of conversation. He could talk with anyone about any subject. He loved people. He taught us many important lessons, the greatest being to love one another. He was blessed to be surrounded his entire life by good friends and loving family who cared for him until his passing. He appreciated all the care and comfort his family so generously gave him. He is survived by two sisters, Marguerite Hanson and Betty Ann Sperstad; a brother, Dennis (Joan) Phelan; sisters-in-law, Dori and Shirley Phelan; brother-in-law, Jim Powers; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife; his brothers, Donald, William and Michael; and sisters Rosemary (Powers) Phelan and Patti. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2004, with Monsignor Michael Hippee presiding. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens with military rites to be conducted by the Madison Area Firing Squad. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 30, 2004, where a Scripture service will be held at 7:30 p.m. We will miss you dearly, but you will be in our hearts forever.
     Vincent J. Phelan was also known as Vince. He was listed as a son in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.¹

     William F. Phelan was born on 9 December 1923 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Vincent Lawrence Phelan and Rosella Ring. William F. Phelan died on 22 July 1995 at age 71.
     William F. Phelan obtained US Social Security Card at 398-12-0053 at Wisconsin; last residence Friendship, Adams, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.¹

     Donald P. Phelan was born on 20 July 1926 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Vincent Lawrence Phelan and Rosella Ring. Donald P. Phelan died on 29 May 1999 at age 72.
     Donald P. Phelan obtained US Social Security Card at 398-16-7995 at Wisconsin; last residence Madison, Dane, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.¹

     Dennis Daniel Phelan was born on 4 December 1928 at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin. He was the son of Vincent Lawrence Phelan and Rosella Ring. Dennis Daniel Phelan died on 15 December 2005 at age 77; Dennis Daniel Phelan, age 77, passed away quietly at home on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2005, after a battle with cancer. He was born on Dec. 4, 1928, in Madison, the son of Vincent and Rosella (Ring) Phelan. Dennis grew up in Madison and graduated from Madison East High School. He served four years in the U.S. Navy. Upon returning from the military, he was united in marriage to Joan Lamoreux on Jan. 24, 1953. Dennis worked for Madison Forestry Department, Frito Lay, and McGovern Oil. He was a longtime suffering Cubs fan, and also liked the Chicago Bears, much to the chagrin of his Packer loving family. Dennis was very proud of his Irish heritage. He is survived by his loving wife, Joan; three sons, James (Denise), Thomas, and Dennis M. (Dawn); a daughter, Diane (Larry Raney); six grandchildren, Jeremy, Sara, Ryan, Erika, Kristin, Jessica; four great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Marguerite Hanson and Betty Sperstad. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Vince, Bill, Don, and Mike; and sisters, Rosemary and Patricia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2450 Atwood Ave., Madison, at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 19, 2005, with Monsignor Michael Hippee presiding. A funeral procession will depart from the funeral home at 10 a.m., Tuesday, Dec. 20, 2005, for the burial at Highland Memory Gardens with military rites conducted. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18, 2005, and at the church from 4:30 until the time of the service on Monday.
     Dennis Daniel Phelan was listed as a son in Vincent Lawrence Phelan's household on the 1930 Census at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin.¹

     George Ring was born in March 1874 at Wisconsin; also reported as Mar 1872. He was the son of John Ring and Augustine Liegel. George Ring married Mary Ruhland circa 1894. George Ring died in 1937.
     George Ring was listed as a son in John Ring's household on the 1880 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ George Ring was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² He was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.³ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to son-in-law Vincent Phelan.⁴ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Blooming Grove, Dane, Wisconsin; living next door to George Ring Jr.⁵

     Mary Ruhland was born in July 1871 at Wisconsin. She married George Ring, son of John Ring and Augustine Liegel, circa 1894. Mary Ruhland died after April 1930.
     Mary Ruhland had 13 children. As of circa 1894,her married name was Ring. She had 4 with 3 living in 1900 children. She was listed as wife in George Ring's household on the 1900 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Mary Ruhland had 9 with 7 living in 1910 children. She was listed as wife in George Ring's household on the 1910 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² Mary Ruhland was listed as wife in George Ring's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to son-in-law Vincent Phelan.³ Mary Ruhland was listed as wife in George Ring's household on the 1930 Census at Blooming Grove, Dane, Wisconsin; living next door to George Ring Jr.⁴