Arlene Halvorsen, 83, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2014, at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born on September 3, 1930, in Park Falls, WI, the daughter of the late Ira and Ruth (Jacobsen) Isham. Arlene moved to Kenosha in 1950 and met Delbert Halvorsen. They were married in Waukegan in 1955. He preceded her in death in October of 2007. Arlene was employed by St. Catherine’s Hospital in the administration and billing department for 30 years, retiring in 1987. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church and enjoyed line dancing and volunteering at the Salvation Army, Kenosha Hospital and voting and polling stations. Arlene is survived by her three children, Richard Halvorsen of Kenosha, Kathy (Don) Dykstra of Kenosha and Jon (Brenda) Halvorsen of Pleasant Prairie; seven grandchildren, Chad (Cate) Halvorsen, Cole Halvorsen, Ashley (Ben) Lutterman, Emily Burden, Taylor Halvorsen, Brooke Halvorsen and Tiffany (Karl) Zuberbuehler; two sisters, Shirley (Bill) Yszenga-Gray of Kenosha and Carol (Larry) Oettel of Oshkosh; a brother, Bob (Chris) Isham of Kenosha; sister in-law, Janet (Arthur) Pacetti; and brother-in-laws, Herbert Knautz and Harry Langerman. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Delbert; two brothers, Edwin and Don Isham; and two sister-in-laws, LaVerne Langerman and Betty Knautz. The family would like to give a special thank you to Hospice Alliance for the wonderful care given to our mother. A visitation will be held at Immanuel Baptist Church, 6009 Pershing Blvd, on Friday, February 7th, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be held at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions would be appreciated to Hospice Alliance.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Arlene’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Kara (Pacetti) Plautz
February 7, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Aunt Arlene. With deepest sympathy. Kara and Randy Plautz
Kimberly Isham
February 5, 2014
Aunt Arlene life is a beautiful memory,Your mom was such a lovely woman. I often think about all the times we spent talking on the phone and sending e-mails. She was such a pleasure, telling stories of her childhood. I have learned so much from her and will remember her always. Sending you love and I am truly sorry for your loss. Kimberly Isham