EMMA R. ZIEMBO

NAME OF DECEASED: EMMA R. ZIEMBO AGE: 95

ADDRESS: N6781 Timber Drive, Rib Lake; A Township of Greenwood resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:55 PM Thursday, May 29 at Golden Living Center, Rib Lake where she had resided for the past 2 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 3:00 PM Sunday, June 1 at Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake from 1 PM until the time of services at 3 PM on Sunday, June 1

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 7, 1918 in the Township of Rib Lake

EDUCATION: Fawn Valley Elementary School, Town of Rib Lake

MARRIAGE: May 30, 1938 at Rib Lake to Felix ”Phillip” A. Ziembo & he preceded her in death January 26, 1973

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: They farmed in the Town of Greenwood for many years. While farming, she also worked at the Rib Lake Creamery & Gem Products in Rib Lake for periods of time. She enjoyed gardening, bowling, cooking, playing cards, polka music & trips to the casino.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sons – Lawrence “Larry” (Marge) Ziembo & Le Roy (Karen) Ziembo both of Rib Lake
Grandchildren – Steve (Cindy) Ziembo & Andy (Terese) Ziembo both of Medford, Brian Ziembo of Rib Lake, Debra (Mike) Quednow of Westboro & Julie (Don Yankura of Cleveland, OH
Great-Grandchildren: Brittany, Kyle & Connor Ziembo, Jeffrey & Gina Quednow
Step Great-Grandchildren: Ginny (Curt) Suchocki & Hannah Pflieger
Step Great-Great Grandduaghter – Macy Suchocki

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Elmer Gerstbergr of Rib Lake; Sister – Betty Quednow of Rib Lake
Sisters-in-law: Marlene Gerstberter, Angela Gerstberger & Helen Ziembo all of Rib Lake, Bernice Ziembo of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Glendon “Sonny”, Otto & Arthur Gerstberger, Esther Kluckman, Alice Ziembo, Edna Rezutek, Marcella Daubert & 2 in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Ernest Gerstberger DECEASED MOTHER: Gertrude Thone

PALLBEARERS: Brian, Andy, Steve & Kyle Ziembo, Mike & Jeffrey Quednow

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by several nieces & nephews
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LEE A. WEBB JR.

NAME OF DECEASED:
LEE A. WEBB JR.

AGE: 89

ADDRESS: N2568 County Road C Medford Township of Browning Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:30 P.M. Wednesday, May 28 at the Aspirus Care and Rehab Center, Medford where he had been a resident for the past 9 days, surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per Lee’s request no services will be held

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 17, 1925 in Henryetta, Oklahoma

EDUCATION: Graduate of Drumright High School in Drumright, Oklahoma
Received an Associated degree in Machine Tool and Welding at North Central Technical College, Wausau

MARRIAGE: February 9, 1957 in Newburg, New York to Elaine A. Speers

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Lee entered the Seabee’s at the age of 17 and served during WWII. He then entered U.S. Air Force and served during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War until his retirement in 1972 with the rank of Master Sergeant. They then moved to the Medford Area where he worked at various companies for several years. Lee was an avid reader, enjoyed keeping up on current events, politics and watching TV, especially Westerns.

LIFETIME MEMBER OF: The Retired Enlisted Association, Disabled American Veterans and the Air Force Sergeants Association

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Elaine A. Webb of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 3 Sons: Russell Webb of Medford, Randall Webb of Redondo Beach, California and Robert (Melissa) Webb of Schofield

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTER: Paul Webb of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, Blanche Kirby of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and John (Trudi) Webb of Fort Lauderdale, Florida

BROTHER/SISTERS DECEASED: James Webb
Sisters: Betty Jo Geiser, June and Juanita

DECEASED FATHER: Lee A. Webb Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Eula Webb (Maiden Name: Kirkpatrick)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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HAROLD O. PILLER

NAME OF DECEASED: HAROLD O. PILLER AGE: 86

ADDRESS: W5773 County Road M, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:29 AM Monday, May 26 at Care Partners Assisted Living, Medford where he had resided for the past 2 months most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: There will be no services

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 6, 1927 at the Town of Medford

EDUCATION: Medford area schools

MARRIAGE: August 5, 1950 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Elaine B. Fischer and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: US Army veteran of the Korean Conflict. After the military he returned to Medford and was a proprietor of various area businesses. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, the outdoors & spending time with his family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; Past member of the Medford VFW Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Elaine B. Piller of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 6 children

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 3 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 1

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Jennifer Jochimsen of Minnesota & Brother - Robert Piller of Stetsonville

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Ed, George, Ted, Conrad “Happy”& Lawrence Piller

DECEASED FATHER: Otto C. Piller DECEASED MOTHER: Mary A. Sickinger

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Service of Medford & Rib Lake serving the family
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EVELYN B. KAPFHAMER

NAME OF DECEASED: EVELYN B. KAPFHAMER AGE: 96

ADDRESS: Our House Assisted Living, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:45 PM Sunday, May 25 at Our House Assisted Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 2 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Thursday, May 29 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 10 AM until the time of funeral mass at 11 AM on Thursday, May 29

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 15, 1917 in the Town of Little Black

EDUCATION: Little White School, Town of Little Black

MARRIAGE: July 16, 1940 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Albert J. Kapfhamer and he preceded her in death March 4, 1971

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage, she worked as a housekeeper in the Chicago area. Returned to Medford and worked as a cook and baker at Holy Rosary School for 30 years until her retirement in 1994. She loved music.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Ronald Kapfhamer in 1988

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daughter-in-law: Ann Ruddell of Hancock, MI
Grandchildren – Mike Kapfhamer of Milwaukee, Kelly Kratohwil of Quinn, MI, David Kapfhamer of Walnut Creek, CA

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Rita Kuchenbecker of Neillsville & Marilyn (Ernie) Haug of Brookfield

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Ray, Henry, Elmer, Leo & Donald Zirngibl, Irene Metz, Anna Schumacher

DECEASED FATHER: Mike Zirngibl DECEASED MOTHER: Mary Frances Koestner

PALLBEARERS: Nephews - David & Glenn Goessl, Mark Wacek, Bill &Robert Kuchenbecker, Bill Zirngibl

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford
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RICHARD “RICH” I. ALBERS

NAME OF DECEASED:
RICHARD “RICH” I. ALBERS

AGE: 85

ADDRESS: 227 South 4th Street Medford City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 1:50 A.M. Monday, May 26 at his residence surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 30 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place in Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 30 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 17, 1929 at Cresco, Iowa

EDUCATION: Graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: June 9, 1951 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Darlene L. Schindler and she preceded him in death on July 1, 2008.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After high school Rich worked for a private contractor for putting the poles in from Ashland on South. He then started at Taylor Electric as a lineman and worked there for 41 years until his retirement in 1985 as a Line Super Intendant. Rich was a Stock Car Racer and also built a Mercedes. He loved building and flying airplanes, camping, boating and snowmobiling. He enjoyed traveling, his hunting trips out west and wintered in Texas.

LIFELONG MEMBER OF: EAA

PRESENT MEMBER: Holy Rosary Catholic Church

PAST MEMBER: Knights of Columbus, Medford Lions Club and Stump Jumpers Snowmobile Club where he served as past president

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 5 Children: Michael (Lynn) Bruce (Marie) of Medford, Ann (Ron) Bohn of Stetsonville, Mark (Lori) of Medford and Patricia (Gerard “Giggs”) Mancl of Hewitt

SURVIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 8 & 5 Step-Grandchildren

GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: 6 & 1 Step-Great-Granddaughter

SURVIVING BROTHER: Donald (Donna) Albers of Medford
Sister-In-Law: Rosemary Schindler of Shorewood

SISTER DECEASED: Clara Schaefer

DECEASED FATHER: Edward R. Albers

DECEASED MOTHER: Anna M. Albers (Maiden Name: Grabo)

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Rich’s name to Hope Hospice of Medford
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FLORETTE P. KOHN

NAME OF DECEASED:
FLORETTE "QUEEN B" P. KOHN

AGE: 80

ADDRESS: N2580 County Highway E Medford Township of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:20 P.M. Saturday, May 24 at Our House Assisted Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 3 days surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 31 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger and Deacon Joseph Stefancin

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Friday, May 30 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will be a 6:30 VFW Ladies Auxiliary Service and then a 6:45 P.M. Prayer Service. Visitation will also be from 9:00 A.M. until 10:40 A.M. Saturday, May 31 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 1, 1934 in Chicago, IL

EDUCATION: St. Nicholas Ukrainian School in Chicago, Moved to Withee at the age of 12 and attended Redville School. Withee High School. Florette also attended Taylor County Normal School in Medford

MARRIAGE: February 27, 1954 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Rae L. Kohn

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Florette was a housewife and mother. She enjoyed service to the community, fishing, traveling and playing cards. She was also a Tupperware dealer for many, many years. Florette served as President of the Medford VFW Ladies Auxiliary #5729, President/Treasurer for the Wisconsin 10th District VFW Auxiliary, The Thrifty Go-Getters 4-H Leader for 50+ years, Taylor County 4-H Leaders Association, the 4-H Fair Food Stand, Chairman for the Farm Bureau Ladies, Taylor-Clark County Beekeepers Association and Treasurer of the Taylor County Dairy Promotion Committee (Division of the Milk Marketing Board)

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Rae L. Kohn

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Michael Kohn of Medford, Donna Schneider of Vancouver, Washington, Linda Sebastian of Richmond, Kentucky, Mark Kohn of Medford, David (Jaymi) Kohn of Medford, Lorie (Thomas) Floyd of Bagley, Bruce (Josephine) Kohn of Medford, Gary (Lisa) Kohn of Medford, Mary (Terry Thurman) Kohn of Kentucky and Neal Kohn of Medford

17 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN

14 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

SURVIVING SISTER: Kathy (Ray) Cahill of Bloomington, IL

BROTHERS DECEASED: Donald, John and Paul Hutman

DECEASED FATHER: Donald Hutman

DECEASED MOTHER: Joan Hutman (Maiden Name: Nagrava)

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Florette’s family to be designated at a later date
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ARVILLA M. CASEY

NAME OF DECEASED:
ARVILLA M. CASEY

AGE: 97

ADDRESS: 702 W. Dolf St. Colby Former Rib Lake Area Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:15 AM May 25, 2014 at Colonial Center Nursing Home in Colby

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 28 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Colby

OFFICIATING: Father Daniel Hackel

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place in Calvary Cemetery in Reedsburg, WI

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 28 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Colby

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 14, 1916 in Reedsburg WI in the Town of Winfield

EDUCATION: Attended Sandhill Graded School in Sauk County

MARRIAGE: April 29, 1939 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Reedsburg to James P. Casey and he preceded her in death on December 29, 1987

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: While growing up, Arvilla worked on the family dairy farm. She then worked in Madison for a period of time. After her marriage, they moved to Milwaukee where they lived for 10 years. She was employed at Blackhawk Tannery during that time. They then moved to Baraboo where they lived until 1980. They then moved to Rib Lake and lived there until 2005 when she moved to Colby. Arvilla was a volunteer at Hope Hospice. She also helped others by driving them to Dr. appointments or to purchase groceries. She enjoyed knitting, embroidery and most importantly her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, also Christian Mothers at the former St. John the Baptist Catholic Church for many years.

4 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Dan (Connie) Casey of Wisconsin Rapids, Monica (Bill) Tesmer of Colby, Kevin (Anna) Casey of Gilbert, AZ, Tim Casey of Chicago, IL

6 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Mike, Sean, Caitlin and Cristin Casey, Brooke and Brendan Tesmer, Bradley, Andrew and Matthew Kells

DAUGHTER-IN-LAW: Kathleen Casey of Mauston

CHILDREN DECEASED: James Casey on May 16, 2012
2 Grandsons: Michael Casey and an infant Grandson

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers: Francis, Leo, Harry, Bernard and William Horkan
Sister: Mary Riphahn

DECEASED FATHER: Peter J. Horkan

DECEASED MOTHER: Nellie E. Horkan (Maiden Name: McCabe)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake assisted the family with arrangements
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DENNIS C. BAUMER

NAME OF DECEASED:
DENNIS C. BAUMER

AGE: 86

ADDRESS: W4147 County Highway A Stetsonville Township of Deer Creek Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:00 P.M. Saturday, May 24 at the Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: No Service will be held

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 4, 1928 in the Township of Deer Creek

EDUCATION: Attended Victory School in the Township of Deer Creek

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Dennis worked at Damm Brothers Sawmill for a number of years and then on the home farm until his retirement in 1991. He enjoyed hunting.

PAST MEMBER OF: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville

SURVIVING BROTHER/SISTER: Conrad (Henrietta) Baumer of Manawa and Valerie Baumer of Medford
Brother-In-Law: Raymond Meyer of Medford
Also survived by Nieces and Nephews

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother: Leon Baumer
Sisters: Marlene Baumer, Carmella Wocelka, Elizabeth Sackmann, Silvia Blasel and Rosalie Meyer

DECEASED FATHER: Leo Baumer

DECEASED MOTHER: Margaret Baumer (Maiden Name: Ebert)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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PATRICIA “PAT” A. ZUTAVERN

NAME OF DECEASED:
PATRICIA “PAT” A. ZUTAVERN

AGE: 73

ADDRESS: W3192 North Ave. Rib Lake, a Town of Rib Lake resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH:
1:20 A.M. Wednesday, May 21, at her residence surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Saturday May 31, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. Saturday, May 31, until 10:45 A.M. at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 4th 1940 in Medford

EDUCATION: Graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: September 12, 1959 at St. John’s the Baptist Church in Rib Lake to John A. Zutavern

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: In Patricia’s younger years she worked at a bakery and as a switchboard operator for a period of time in the Milwaukee area. In 1969, they moved to the Rib Lake area where she was a mother and homemaker. She enjoyed listening to music, especially George Jones, loved gardening, flowers, and taking care of her family.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: John A. Zutavern of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Dan (Candy) Zutavern of Westboro, Terri Pfingsten of Rib Lake and Steve (Christy) Zutavern of Rib Lake

6 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN

1 GREAT-GRANDCHILD

SURVIVING PARENT:MOTHER: Pauline E. Thums (Maiden Name: Mann) of Rib Lake

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: 2 Brothers: Ron Thums of Curtiss and Mike (Mary Ellen) Thums of Rib Lake

DECEASED FATHER: Bennedick J. Thums

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren: Carl and Jacob Zutavern, Luke Allan, Tasha Pfingsten, Mary Lawrence, Gary Marschke and Evelyn Allan.

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Patricia’s family to be designated at a later date to Hope Hospice. Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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ELEANOR C. SHERFIELD

NAME OF DECEASED: ELEANOR C. SHERFIELD AGE: 89

ADDRESS: Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford; A former Town of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:07 AM Saturday, May 17 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where she had resided for the past 5 ½ years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 21 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM Tuesday, May 20 where there will be a 6:45 PM Catholic prayer/rosary service held that evening; and also from 9 to 10:45 AM on Wednesday, May 21

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 15, 1925 at Medford

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford and was a 1943 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: June 1, 1946 at Westboro to Galen E. Sherfield and he preceded her in death July 7, 1995

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: They farmed in the Town of Medford for many years until 1981. While farming, she clerked at Mep’s West Side Grocery, Hoffman’s Ben Franklin & worked at Silberman’s Fur Corp., Denzine Mink Ranch and as a local store produce demonstrator for periods of time. She enjoyed dancing, gardening, baking, crafts, cards, joy riding, traveling & spending time with her family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford and its study club
Past member of the Taylor County Homemakers Club

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daugher - Lynn (Stuart) Amundson of Medford
Sons – Dale (Cathy) Sherfield of Butternut, Loren (Mary) Sherfield of Rib Lake, Roger (Annette) Sherfield of Rib Lake, Duane (Janice) Sherfield of Medford & Lee (Jessica) Sherfield of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 20 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 31 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 2

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Kenneth Sperl of Medford; Sister – Donna Seidel of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Robert Sperl & Margie Halopka

DECEASED FATHER: Louis Sperl DECEASED MOTHER: Theresa Rothamer

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren - Wade Sherfield, Eric Sherfield, Wayne Sherfield, Karl Sherfield, Todd Sherfield, Craig Amundson, Bryan Amundson, Kent Amundson

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to Hope Hospice of Medford
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JAY A. VIERGUTZ

NAME OF DECEASED: JAY A. VIERGUTZ AGE: 59

ADDRESS: W6738 County Road O, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 12:33 PM Friday, May 16 at his residence in the Town of Medford under the loving care of his family

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Tuesday, May 20 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger & Deacon Joe Stefancin

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4 to 7 PM on Monday, May 19 where there will be a 7:00 PM Catholic prayer service held that evening

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 13, 1955 at Marshfield, WI

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford and was a 1973 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: August 21, 1976 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Valerie “Val” L. Wegerer and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he worked at Briggs & Stratton in Milwaukee, then Osmose Railroad of Madison for periods of time. He returned to Medford and worked at Deep Rock & Rudolph’s Standard for periods of time. Then he worked as a maintenance man for Memorial Hospital, Holy Rosary Catholic Church & School & the Medford Middle School until ill health forced his retirement. He was a firefighter for the Medford Fire Dept., a Taylor County E.M.T. & was a Deputy Coroner/Medical Examiner for periods of time. He enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and grandchildren, fishing, hunting, golfing, playing cards, making fire wood & the outdoors.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; Past member of Chelsea Bowmen’s Club & Tee-Hi Golf Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Valerie “Val” L. Viergutz of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Mandi Sue Viergutz of Madison & Jason “Eddie” (Marijane) Viergutz of Dorchester

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2 – Riley & Madeline Viergutz of Dorchester

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Jack (Pam) Viergutz of Medford & Shane (Jenn) Viergutz of Medford
Step-Sisters: Carla (Dave) Brost of Medford & Christine (Andy) Slote of Plano, TX

SURVIVING PARENTS: Step-Mother – Marge Viergutz of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Harvey Henry Viergutz DECEASED MOTHER: Shirley Lila Block

PALLBEARERS: Orin Wegerer, Dave Shadrick, Travis Ziembo, Jack, Shane, Richard “Slats”, Ryan and Jason “Eddie” Viergutz

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to the family for a future designation
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LEONA M. KRUG

NAME OF DECEASED:
LEONA M. KRUG

AGE: 99

ADDRESS: Memorial Nursing and Rehab Center, Medford
Former Village of Whittlesey Area Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:50 P.M. Thursday, May 15 at the Memorial Nursing and Rehab Center, Medford where she had resided for the past 9 months

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 20 at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey

OFFICIATING: Rev. Randal Jeppesen

INTERMENT: Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery, Whittlesey

VISITATION: 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday, May 19 at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey where will be a 7:45 VFW Ladies Auxiliary Service and also from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 20 at the church.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 17, 1914 at the Town of Chelsea

EDUCATION: Attended Medford Area Schools

MARRIAGE: June 26, 1935 at Whittlesey to Gilbert E. Krug and he preceded her in death on October 10, 1968

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: They owned and operated a tavern in the Town of Chelsea for a number of years. Gilbert and Leona owned and operated a mink ranch in the Village of Whittlesey for 26 years and after her husband’s death still helped out during the pelting season. Leona also worked at Hurd Millwork for a period of time. She enjoyed needlework, crafts, painting, making mink accessories, fishing and gambling.

MEMBER OF: Trinity Lutheran Church, Trinity Ladies Aid, Chelsea Conservation Club Auxiliary, where she served as President for a number of years, the Medford VFW Ladies Auxiliary and the Whittlesey Homemaker’s Club. She was also a longtime member of the Trinity Lutheran Church Choir.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daughter: Julaine (Robert) Anderson of Whittlesey
3 Sons: Gerald (Carolyn) Krug of Sun City West, Arizona, Wayne (Significant Other: Claudette Saladin) Krug of Whittlesey and Gene (Gloria) Krug of Medford

13 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN and 8 STEP-GRANDCHILDREN

24 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN and 13 STEP-GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

1 GREAT- GREAT GRANDCHILD and 6 STEP-GREAT-GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

CHILDREN DECEASED: 1 Great Granddaughter

SURVIVING BROTHER/SISTER: Sister: Delores “Dottie” Dietzman of Medford
Brother: Robert “Rosemary” Werner of Whittlesey

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 4 Brothers: Harold, Milton, Leon and Edward Werner
4 Sisters: Ruth Frischman, Pearl Mildbrand, Lauretta Multerer and Lenora Mayer

DECEASED FATHER: Herman W. Werner

DECEASED MOTHER: Wilhelmina “Minnie” A. Haenel

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons: Travis Anderson, Wyatt, Mitch, Gary, Greg and Scott Krug

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Leona’s family to be designated at a later date
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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ELLEN E. SPREEN

NAME OF DECEASED: ELLEN E. SPREEN AGE: 83

ADDRESS: N4703 Highway 13, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:46 AM Wednesday, May 14 at her residence in the Town of Medford under the loving care of her family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, May 19 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Whittlesey

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger, Msgr. Joe Hirsch and Deacon Joe Stefancin

VISITATION: OLPH Catholic Church, Whittlesey from 9 AM until the time of funeral mass at 11 AM on Monday, May 19

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 15, 1930 at the Town of Deer Creek

EDUCATION: Stetsonville area schools, 1948 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: June 6, 1950 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to William “Bill” G. Spreen and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her marriage she worked as a housewife & mother and also did seamstress work at home. From 1978 to her retirement in 1993, she worked at Weather Shield Mfg. in Medford. She enjoyed sewing, gardening, fishing, camping, traveling and spending time with her family

MEMBER OF: OLPH Catholic Church, Whittlesey

SURVIVING SPOUSE: William “Bill” G. Spreen of the Town of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sandi (Don) Lange of Stratford, Bryan Spreen, whereabouts unknown, & Lisa (Wayne) Koch of Boston, MA

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 5 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 8

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Dorothy (Tom) Mayer of Stetsonville, Roger (Yvonne) Voit of Wisconsin Rapids, WI & Marilyn (Fred) Goerg of Derwood, MD

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Donald Voit

DECEASED FATHER: Herbert Voit DECEASED MOTHER: Edna Ludwig

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren – Chris Lange, Angela Sievers, Nate Lange, Clay Lange, Clint Spreen

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Hope Hospice of Medford
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GORDON R. NELSON

Gordon R. Nelson, 94 of Medford, Wisconsin died Monday, May 12, 2014 at the Fond du Lac Lutheran Home. He was born on November 15, 1919 in Little Black Township, Taylor County the son of Otto and Mathilde (nee Nelson) Nelson. On May 21, 1955 he married Delores Tylke at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford. Gordon was a veteran of World War II serving in the United States Army in the European Theatre. He owned and operated his own dairy farm for 51 years retiring in 1989. Gordon also worked for the Medford Co-Op Feed Mill for several years. After his retirement he worked for the National Forest Service for a number of years. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and a charter member of Klossner-Dietzler Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No.5729 in Medford. Gordon was an avid reader, enjoyed a good joke and loved the outdoors.

SURVIVORS: Gordon is survived by his wife Delores Nelson, a resident of the Fond du Lac Lutheran Home, five children, Gordon R. (Jo Ann) Nelson, Buckeye, AZ, Bonnie Nelson, Romeoville, IL, Michael (Valerie) Nelson, Aurora, CO, Diane (Tom) Nielsen, Whitewater,WI, Paul (Pam) Nelson, Fond du Lac, WI and four grandchildren Thomas, William, Amy and Ryan Nelson. Gordon was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Glenn, Larry, Clarence, Orville and Stanley and four sisters, Ella, Louise, Gladys and Helen.

VISITATION: The family will receive friends on Friday, May 23, 2014 from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. FUNERAL: A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM, Friday, May 23, 2014 at Holy Rosary Catholic church, Medford. Reverend Gerard Willger will officiate. Cremation has taken place; inurnment and graveside military rites performed by the Medford Military Honors Team, will follow the services at Our Saviors Lutheran Cemetery, Holway Township. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

THERESA L. THIEME

NAME OF DECEASED:
THERESA L. THIEME

AGE: 95

ADDRESS: W3018 County Highway M Medford Township of Greenwood Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:00 P.M. Monday, May 12 at the Golden Living Center, Rib Lake where she had resided for the past 5 ½ years surrounded by her loving family.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 19 at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Rev. Joseph Dietrich

INTERMENT: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Monday, May 19 at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 23, 1918 in Phillips

EDUCATION: Attended Excelsior Grade School and Buddy Grade School

MARRIAGE: May 13, 1939 at Medford to Elmer A. Thieme and he preceded her in death on June 5, 2002

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Theresa and her family moved to the Town of Greenwood when she was 12 years old and she helped work on the family farm. She was a janitor for 26 years at Greenwood Grade School. She was also a cook there for the last 2 years and Sid’s Restaurant in Interwald until her retirement. Theresa enjoyed gardening, cooking, singing, dancing, playing cards and socializing.

MEMBER OF: St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Rib Lake, St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church Ladies Aid.
She also served as St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church Secretary/Treasurer for 18 years.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 2 Sons: Harvey (Gwynne) Thieme of Withee and Jerry (Gail) Thieme of Rib Lake
Daughter: Mary Ellen (Ronald) Kauer of Rib Lake
Son-In-Law: Norman Scheuer of Medford
Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends

CHILDREN DECEASED: Daughters: Patricia Scheuer on February 27, 1984 and Helen Barnes on September 15, 1999
Granddaughter: Brenda Scheuer

LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 13

GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: 18

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 3 Brothers: John, Peter and Nick Hastert
3 Sisters: Susan Johnson, Helen Adams and Marie Jerousek

DECEASED FATHER: John Hastert

DECEASED MOTHER: Mary Hastert (Maiden Name: Kemp)

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons: Brian, Tim and Derek Thieme, Eric, Matthew and Peter C. Kauer, William Barnes III and Scott Scheuer

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Theresa’s family to be designated at a later date. Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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ELIZABETH C. WOOLEY

NAME OF DECEASED:
ELIZABETH C. WOOLEY

AGE: 93

ADDRESS: 595 Peterson Drive Phillips former Sue Bartelt Adult Family Home Ogema Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 4:45 P.M. Sunday May 11 at Aspirus Pleasantview Nursing Home in Phillips where she had resided for the past 9 months

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Graveside committal services will be at 9:30 A.M Wednesday, May 14 at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. James Babler

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen II Cemetery, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 4, 1920 in Chippewa Falls

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 7 siblings

DECEASED FATHER: William Wooley

DECEASED MOTHER: Della Wooley (Maiden Name: Louiselle)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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DOROTHY J. ANDERSON

NAME OF DECEASED:
DOROTHY J. ANDERSON

AGE: 89

ADDRESS: 635 Cedar Street Medford City of Medford Resident Former Whittlesey Area Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:14 P.M. Saturday, May 10 at the Country Gardens Assisted Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 4 years surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 13 at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey

OFFICIATING: Rev. Randal Jeppesen

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen II Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, May 13 at the Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 19, 1924 at Stetsonville

EDUCATION: Attended Medford High School

MARRIAGE: August 3, 1944 at Hurley, WI to Russel V. Anderson and he preceded her in death on June 8, 1988

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Owned and operated Russ and Dort’s Bar north of Medford for 5 years. Worked as a bookkeeper at Medford Co-op for many years until her retirement. In her retirement she did volunteer work at Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed snowmobiling, camping, traveling, cooking and the Green Bay Packers.

MEMBER OF: Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey, Trinity Lutheran Ladies Aid and the We Whittlesey Whizzers

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Robert “Bob” (Julaine) Anderson of Whittlesey, Richard “Rick” (Jeannie) Anderson of Marshfield, Judy Mauritz of Marshfield, Jackie Ferrante of Wayne, New Jersey and Penny Seidl of Portland, Oregon

15 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN
14 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN
1 GREAT- GREAT- GRANDCHILD

SURVIVING BROTHER/SISTERS: Brother: Delbert “Sonny” (Darlene) Knoll of Mosinee
Sisters: Shirley Langteau of Abbotsford, Evelyn “Evie” Courchaine of Abbotsford and Lovalice “Alice” Tischendorf of Medford

SISTER DECEASED: Audrey Knoll in childhood

DECEASED FATHER: John W. Knoll

DECEASED MOTHER: Nellie M. Knoll (Maiden Name: Shepherd)

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren: Honorary: Jonilee Gunn, Jill Anderson, Rachel Zacho, Kelly Sandusky, Candy Brunner, Michael Ferrante, Andrew and Jeffrey Seidl
Active: Josh Mauritz, Ben Seidl, Travis, Peter, Jason, Jake and Nick Anderson

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Dorothy’s family to be designated at a later date
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake assisted the family with arrangements
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DALE C. OLSON

NAME OF DECEASED: DALE C. OLSON AGE: 76

ADDRESS: W9472 Apple Avenue, Medford; A Township of Holway resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:48 PM Tuesday, May 6 at his residence in the Town of Holway under the loving care of his family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, May 9 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, W7809 Apple Avenue, Town of Holway

OFFICIATING: Pastor Lynne Pahl of Grace Communion International Church, Wausau & Pastor Kris Bjerke-Ulliman of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, Holway

INTERMENT: will be at his homestead in the Town of Holway

VISITATION: Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Holway from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, May 9

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 8, 1937 at the Town of Holway

EDUCATION: Town of Holway elementary school, 1955 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: October 7, 1974 at Waukegan, IL to Barbara “Barb” Schrock and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he farmed in the Town of Holway for many years until 1988. While farming, he drove school bus for 40 years. He enjoyed music, playing guitar, cards, fishing, playing softball, tinkering with small engines, and spending time with his grandchildren.

MEMBER OF: Grace Communion International Church, Wausau

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Barbara “Barb” Olson of the Township of Holway

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Allen (Joanna) Olson of Medford, Chad (Jennifer) Olson of Stetsonville, Sarah (Joe) Serrano of Dorchester

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 – Jaylin, Caleb, Ryleigh & Karsten Olson, Joseph & Mya Serrano

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Robert “Bob” (Marriane) Olson of Washington, Joanne “Jo” Lavin of the Town of Holway, Gerald “Jerry” (Diane) Olson of the Town of Holway

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Galen, Gene, Grover & Carl Olson, Ruth Koplin

DECEASED FATHER: Gilbert Olson DECEASED MOTHER: Anna Larson

PALLBEARERS: Honorary – Raymond Wehe, Gary Maldonis, Curt & Jim Olson; Active – Robert “Lee” Koplin, Scott, Deron & Todd Olson, Dennis & David Lavin

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WILLIAM “BILL” BERNITT JR.

NAME OF DECEASED:
WILLIAM “BILL” BERNITT JR.

AGE: 85

ADDRESS: N5380 State Highway 13 Medford, Township of Chelsea Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 10:46 A.M. Tuesday, May 6 at the Clark County Health Care Center, Owen where he had resided for the past 5 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per Bill’s request no services will be held at this time

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 13, 1928 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

EDUCATION: Attended Medford Area Schools

MARRIAGE: Patricia Brandner and they later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Bill served in the U.S. Army from 1950-1953 during the Korean War. He was a heavy machine operator for Peterson Construction of Medford all of his life. He loved hunting, being outdoors and mechanic work. Bill was a caregiver for his loving daughter Sheryl for many years and loved the time he had with his grandchildren.

MEMBER OF: Operating Engineers Local 139

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Greg Bernitt of Wisconsin, Sheryl Bernitt, Kathy (Robert) Harris and Pam (Bryan) Kennedy all of Medford

6 LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Casey Voss of River Falls, Nikki (Will) Sherman of Medford, Bradley (Megan) Harris of Medford, Hunter Bernitt of Rib Lake, Gunner Bernitt of Owen and Lizzie Bernitt of River Falls

6 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Taylor, Autumn, Luke, Mason, William and Charli

SURVIVING SISTER-IN-LAW: Margaret Bernitt of Michigan

BROTHERS/SISTER DECEASED: James and Robert Bernitt
Sister: Violet Liske

DECEASED FATHER: William Bernitt Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Elizabeth A. Bernitt (Maiden Name: Hirsch)

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Bill’s family that will be designated at a later date
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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VERA J. COULTAS

NAME OF DECEASED: VERA J. COULTAS AGE: 91

ADDRESS: W2364 Trout Avenue, Rib Lake; A Township of Rib Lake resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 10:02 AM Saturday, May 3 at Care Partners Assisted Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 1 month

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: No services

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 31, 1922 at Monroe Center, WI

EDUCATION: Monroe Center elementary schools; 1941 graduate of Adams-Friendship High School

MARRIAGE: 1st: To Frank Sorce @ Reno, NV and they were later divorced; 2nd: To Dean Coultas @ Reno, NV and he preceded her in death in 1967; She then had a significant other for many years: Ron Searls & he preceded her in death in 2002

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: She worked as a blackjack dealer in Reno, NV for 32 years until her retirement. In retirement, she continued to reside in Nevada & Arizona until moving to Rib Lake to live with her daughter in 2009. She enjoyed reading, watching football & NASCAR.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sons – Jim Sorce of China & Tom (Donna) Sorce of Malibu, CA
Daugher – Deb (Mike) Gojmerac of Rib Lake

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 5 – Erin & Jennifer Moore, Jessica, Kyra & Luke Sorce

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: John “Jack” Jefferson of Montana & Jean Callahan of Montana

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sisters - Crystal “Opie” Freeck & Wilma Jones; Brothers - Forrest, Joe & George Jefferson

DECEASED FATHER: Eugene Jefferson DECEASED MOTHER: Vera Bixby

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MARLIN A. WALBECK

NAME OF DECEASED:
MARLIN A. WALBECK

AGE: 81

ADDRESS: 650 Mill Lane Rib Lake, WI Village of Rib Lake Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:14 P.M. Friday, May 2 at the Clark County Health Care Center, Owen where he had resided for the past 6 ½ years.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial Mass will be 10:30 A.M. Saturday, May 10 at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher and Father Dale Grubba

VISITATION: 9:30 to 10:20 A.M. Saturday, May 10 at the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 9, 1932 in Rib Lake

EDUCATION: Attended Ward Grade School and was a 1950 graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: July 12, 1965 at St. John the Baptist Church, Rib Lake to Donna L. Etten

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Marlin was stationed in Germany during the Korean Conflict while he served in the U.S. Army. After his return from the service he was a Stock Car Driver for 20 years, where Tombstone Pizza was one of his major sponsors and then was a Finishing Carpenter for Doyle and Houtari Construction for 20 years until his retirement. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Marlin enjoyed attending and watching races, any sporting events and working in the woods. He enjoyed animals where he had a hobby farm. Marlin enjoyed playing the trumpet, where he started in his father’s band during his 8th grade and then played in various local bands.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake
Served as Past Town Chairman of Rib Lake
Former Member: USAC and NASCAR where he won the National Championship in 1967

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Donna L. Walbeck of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 2 Sons: M. Kurt (Karla) Walbeck of Fall Creek and M. Kent (LeAnn) Walbeck of Eau Claire
2 Daughters: Dana (David) Kamke of Mosinee and Diana (Ron) Krajnik of Appleton

15 SURVIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Aaron and Isaac West, McKenna and Braden Walbeck, Gabriella, Spencer, Sophia and Greta Kamke, Azrianna, Isabella, Sarah, Emma and Noah Krajnik, Blake Hort and Lillee Walbeck

Also Survived By: Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Many Friends

SISTER DECEASED: Martha “Marge” Zielke of Medford
Brothers-In-Law: Howard Barkdoll and Robert Zielke

DECEASED FATHER: Adolph Walbeck

DECEASED MOTHER: Adeline M. Walbeck (Maiden Name: Kaske)

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be made in Marlin’s name to the Good Shepherd Catholic Church Window Fund or to the Rib Lake Public Library.
Marlin's body was donated to the University of Wisconsin Medical School in Madison, Wisconsin.
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements.
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HARVEY F. GLAMANN

NAME OF DECEASED: HARVEY F. GLAMANN AGE: 93

ADDRESS: 552 W. Center, Dorchester; A former Medford area resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 4:15 AM Saturday, May 3 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield where he had been a patient for the past 4 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 7 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford where there will also be military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Pastor Kelly Taylor-Schaus

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at 9 AM on Saturday, May 17 at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4 – 7 PM on Tuesday, May 6 and also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Wednesday, May 7

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 2, 1920 at Iron Ridge, Dodge County, WI

EDUCATION: elementary education at both Dodge County and Medford area schools; attended Medford High School

MARRIAGE: 1st: April 12, 1945 at Bennetsville, SC to Vivian “Billie” Moore & She preceded him in death May 8, 1985;
2nd: October 21, 1988 at Dorchester to Violet M. Gumz-Meyer and she preceded him in death March 25, 2009

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: In his early years, he worked for Norbert Egle as a farm hand. In 1940 he worked as a bridge builder and painter for the Soo Line Railroad. 1942-1946 he served in the US Army a veteran of WW II. After the military, he took over the family farm in the Town of Medford. In 1950 he went to work for Hurd Millwork until 1968. Then he went to work for Presto Industries in Eau Claire until 1975. From 1975 until his retirement in 1987, worked at the Weather Shield Vinal Plant in Medford. He enjoyed fishing, bird watching, polka music, reading, camping & traveling.

MEMBER OF: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford where taught Sunday school, served on the church council & building committee; Life member of the Medford VFW Club & Dorchester American Legion Club; Medford Lions Club

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Mike (Peg) Glamann of Altoona, Wayne (Sandy) Glamann of Eau Claire, “Butch” Glamann of Medford, Mark Glamann of Medford, Gary Glamann of Medford, Ron (Rachelle) Glamann of Medford
STEP CHILDREN: Judy (Ed Spletter) Meyer, Don (Jane) Meyer, Larry (Jackie) Meyer, Dale (Dora) Meyer, Tim (Tim Goggin) Meyer

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 7 & 17 Step GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 7 & 32 Step
GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 2 Step

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister-in-law: Donna Glamann of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother – Clarence Glamann; Sister – Lila Jacobs

DECEASED FATHER: Fredrick Frank Glamann DECEASED MOTHER: Caroline Diels

PALLBEARERS: Honorary – Mark & Mitchell Underwood, Jeff, Justin, Scott, Trevor & Zach Meyer
Active - Justin Lekies, Dan & Chad Glamann, Chad, Steve & Troy Meyer

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford
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ELMER H. FRANZ

NAME OF DECEASED: ELMER H. FRANZ AGE: 78

ADDRESS: N8068 Franz Drive, Rib Lake; Township of Rib Lake resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 12:55 PM Wednesday, April 30 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, where he had been a patient for the past 8 days

INTERMENT: A graveside committal service and burial of his cremated remains will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake at a later date

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 17, 1935 at the Township of Rib Lake

EDUCATION: Mud Lake and Fawn Valley Elementary schools both in the Town of Rib Lake

MARRIAGE: Never Married

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education he was an area farmhand and did woods work. Then he farmed the family farm in the Town of Rib Lake and did woods work with his brother, George, until his retirement in 2000. He continued to make fire wood and reside on the farm. He enjoyed hunting, watching travel & cooking shows.

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Dorothy (Gerald) Willner of Medford
Sister-in-law: Ruth Franz of Island Lake, IL

OTHER SURVIVORS: Niece – Marlene (Greg) Kautzer of Medford
Special Cousins – Bill Vlach of Milwaukee & David (Christine) Wille of Chelsea

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Reuben, Marlen (Charlotte) & George Franz

DECEASED FATHER: Robert Bruno Franz DECEASED MOTHER: Leona Maria (Vlach) Franz

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