GARY ALFONSE BACKES

GARY ALFONSE BACKES

Gary Alfonse Backes, 91, passed away peacefully March 15, 2026, at home in Evanston, Illinois, surrounded by his wife and children. Born in Glenburn, North Dakota, Gary graduated from St John’s Preparatory School in Collegeville, Minnesota, and Marquette University in...
Student art

Student art

(Delavan Enterprise, March 19, 2026) Artwork from Delavan-Darien School District students is currently on display at Darien Public Library in celebration of Youth Art Month.
One down … more to go?

One down … more to go?

(Waterford Post, March 12, 2026) The Waterford High School boys basketball team won regionals last week, and was looking to add a sectional title. (Michael Stefanich Jr. photo)
JULIE ANN HIMEBAUCH

JULIE ANN HIMEBAUCH

Julie Ann Himebauch, 95, of the Town of Waterford, entered into God’s eternal care, at her home surrounded by family on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, leaving behind a life rich in love, hard work, and family. Her book of life began on Dec. 9, 1930, when she was born at...
THOMAS A. ARNOLD

THOMAS A. ARNOLD

Thomas A. Arnold, 59, of Burlington, passed away on March 9, 2026. Born and raised in Burlington, Tom spent his entire working career with Scherrer Construction Company, where he poured and finished concrete. Tom was an avid fisherman who loved working with his hands...