CHAD R. ROTHAMER

NAME OF DECEASED: CHAD R. ROTHAMER

AGE: 29

ADDRESS: 763 Franklin St. Apt. 7 Linden, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:35 A.M. Wednesday, July 29, 2015 at his residence surrounded by his family and under the care of Upland Hills Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 1:00 P.M. Monday, August 3, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford

OFFICIATING: Deacon Joseph Stefancin

VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. until time of services at 1:00 P.M. Monday, August 3, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 2, 1986 in Medford

EDUCATION: Chad attended Medford Area Schools and was a 2004 Graduate of Medford High School. He was working on his Bachelor's Degree in Forensic Criminology at U.W. Platteville

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After high school, Chad moved to Platteville where he attended college for Forensic Criminolgy. Every year he would join his cousins for the family downhill skiing trip in Powderhorn and Whitecap in the U.P. He was an avid musician who played the trumpet in high school and taught himself how to play the guitar and drums. Chad enjoyed cooking, gardening, he loved spending time with his family and friends and he was a devoted father to his 3 children.

SURVIVING SIGNIFICANT OTHER: Kellen Paynter of Linden

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Braelyn, Jordence & Bronx Rothamer of Linden

GRANDFATHER DECEASED: James “Slip” Motte

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Shauna & Chelsea Rothamer of Medford

SURVIVING PARENTS: Ryan (Special Friend: Pam Nelson)Rothamer & Lisa (Special Friend: John Tom) Motte all of Medford

SURVIVING GRANDPARENTS: Maternal: Rita “Mammer” Motte of Dorchester Paternal: Gene & Shirle Rothamer of Medford

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Chad’s family to be designated at a later date.
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JAMES “JIM” W. SMOLA

NAME OF DECEASED:
JAMES “JIM” W. SMOLA
AGE: 79

ADDRESS: W238 County Highway M, Rib Lake; Township of Greenwood Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:45 A.M. Tuesday, July 28 at his residence

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, August 1 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Rev. Joseph Dietrich

INTERMENT: St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery in the Township of Greenwood, Rib Lake where full military honors will be performed by the Rib Lake Military Honors Team

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Friday, July 31 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake and also from 9:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. Saturday, August 1 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 12, 1936 in the Township of Rietbrock, Marathon County

EDUCATION: Graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: May 28, 1960 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake to Alice G. Scheithauer

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Jim served in the U.S. Army from 1955-1959. After his return from the service Jim was a Heavy Equipment operator for various companies in the area for road construction for a number of years. They then owned a hobby farm in the Township of Greenwood and also owned and operated Smola Brother’s Logging with his brother, George and Smola Trucking until his retirement in 1998.Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, bowling, dartball and meeting with his friends to play cribbage. He loved being outdoors, nature and wildlife. Most of all Jim enjoyed being with his family and attending and watching his grandchildren’s events.

MEMBER OF: St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake
Jim served on St. Peter’s Church Board, Township of Greenwood Board and Taylor Electric Board

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Alice G. Smola of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Valerie (Joe) Sova of Medford, Linda (Chuck) Gelhaus of Medford, Daniel Smola of Rib Lake, Sharon (John) Johnas of Medford, Joanne (Monte) Loertscher of Medford, and James (Rachel) Smola of Stevens Point

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son: Ronald Joseph Smola on November 17, 1990
Grandson: Greggory Johnas in 1989
Son-In-Law: Randall Neumann in 1984

20 GRANDCHILDREN

11 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Lorraine (Frank) Lugo of Athens, George (Janet) Smola Jr. of Athens, Edward (Carla) Smola of Athens and Jill (Allen) Lekies of Athens

DECEASED FATHER: George Smola Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Clara E. Smola (Maiden Name: Kropp)

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons: Matthew Neumueller, Patrick and Gabriel Gelhaus, Blake Smola, Michael Johnas, Cole Loertscher and Ashton Smola

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the 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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DOROTHY V. LACAPRO

NAME OF DECEASED: Dorothy Veronica LaCapro AGE: 100

ADDRESS: Our House Assisted Living, 1014 W. Broadway Avenue, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Our House Assisted Living, Saturday July 25, 2015 at 6:15 PM, surrounded by her loving family, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 12:00 Noon, Wednesday July 29, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza and Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford, WI.

VISITATION: 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM, Wednesday July 29, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 13, 1914 in Chicago, Illinois.

MARRIAGE: Married to Joseph James LaCapro, February 15, 1936 in Chicago, IL, who preceded her in death on July 16, 1999.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE:She was a sales lady at Marshell Fields, a Red Cross Nurse’s Aide during World War II, worked as an administrative secretary at St. Mary’s Hospital in Chicago and was a High School Teacher’s aide. After moving to Medford in 1971, she was active at Holy Rosary Church, with the hospital auxiliary, the Taylor County Commission on Aging and the city election board. Dorothy was a volunteer with the Red Cross, and Memorial Hospital in Medford. She helped teach Catechism at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, playing cards and gardening with her husband. She loved music and playing piano. She especially enjoyed cooking and entertaining guests at her home.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Patricia DeChatelets of Medford, WI.

PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: Husband, Parents, and Son in Law, Ronald De Chatelets.

GRANDCHILDREN: 5, Renee (Doug) Waterman of Appleton, Laura (Dan) Buser of Larsen, Joseph
( Eufemia) DeChatelets of Belvidere, IL, Denise (Scott) Blair of Seymour and Jeanette Dechatelets of St. Paul, MN.

GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 13 STEP GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 5 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 5

DECEASED FATHER: Alexander John Grothman DECEASED MOTHER: Eleanor Tukowski

OTHER INFORMATION: In Lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Dorothy may be made to Hope Hospice or Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

DAVID M. VERDEGAN

NAME OF DECEASED: DAVID M. VERDEGAN AGE: 61

ADDRESS: N1631 County Road G, Ogema, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:50 AM Thursday, July 23 at the residence of his mother in the Town of Ogema under the loving care of his family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: No Services will be held

VISITATION: A memorial visitation will be scheduled at a later date

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 19, 1954 at Milwaukee, WI

EDUCATION: St. Elizabeth Elementary School, Milwaukee; graduate of Milwaukee Boy’s Tech High School, Milwaukee

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: For the past 17 years he has worked as a truck driver most recently driving for Elite Trucking of Wausau. For a period of time, he owned/operated Whiskey River trucking while residing in the Ogema area. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing.

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Tony Verdegan of Slinger, WI

SURVIVING MOTHER: Florence "Toots" Johnson of Ogema

SURVIVING NIECES/NEPHEWS: Nephew - Neal (Shannon) Verdegan, Niece - Tracy Verdegan, Great-Niece: Taylor Marie Verdegan all of Milwaukee

DECEASED STEP-FATHER: Curtis Johnson

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LORRAYNE E. GASEK

NAME OF DECEASED: LORRAYNE E. GASEK

AGE: 94

ADDRESS: 1110 N. Division St. Colby WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 12:31 A.M. Thursday, July 23, 2015 at Pine Ridge Assisted Living in Colby where she had resided for the past 5 ½ years.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per Lorrayne’s request, no services will be held.

OFFICIATING: Father Philip Juza of Holy Rosary Catholic Church

INTERMENT: Private Cremainal Inurnment will be at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 31, 1921 in Superior

MARRIAGE: March 17, 1940 in Medford to Edward J. Gasek and he preceded her in death

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her marriage, they lived in various cities in Wisconsin until they settled in Medford in 2002. Lorrayne enjoyed plastic canvas, crocheting, playing cards, cooking, baking, crossword puzzles and spending time with her family and friends.

MEMBER OF: Past member of Perkinstown Ladies Aid

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Marcia (Mark) Krueger of Tomahawk and Kathleen M. Pernsteiner of Medford
Son-in-Law: Jerry Sekey of Coleman

CHILDREN DECEASED: Victoria Sekey and Son-in-Law: Sylvester “Sy” Pernsteiner

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 10 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 14 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 6

GRANDCHILDREN DECEASED: Corey Witte, Nicholas J. Pernsteiner & Paul Peterson

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Lowell (Betty) Clarke of Wisconsin/Florida, Brother-in-Law: Frank (Audrey) Gasek of Medford and Sister-in-Law: Lorraine Clarke of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Robert (Mae) Clarke, Alvin (Rosemary) Clarke, Harvey Clarke, Joy Clarke, Doris Clarke and Lois (Bill) Baars


DECEASED FATHER: Melvin L. Clarke

DECEASED MOTHER: Emma D. Miller

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorials can be made in Lorrayne’s name to Ministry Home Care Hospice.
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ALICE E. HEINDL

NAME OF DECEASED: ALICE ELIZABETH HEINDL AGE: 98

ADDRESS: 725 East South Street, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Her residence, July 20, 2015, at 6:20 PM under the care of Hope Hospice.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 12:00 PM, Friday July 24, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Stetsonville, WI

VISITATION: Friday July 24, 2015 at 10:30 AM until the time of Mass at 12:00 Noon at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 16, 1916 in the Town of Deer Creek, WI.

EDUCATION: Completed the 8th Grade at Pleasant Valley School and in the Town of Deer Creek, WI.

MARRIAGE: Married Eugene John Heindl on June 11, 1946 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville. He preceded her in death on December 27, 1960.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Alice loved her flower gardens, and birdwatching. She had a love for animals, especially dogs. She worked as a Ward Clerk for Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home, and retired from there in 1986.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

**SURVIVED BY MANY NIECES AND NEPHEWS, and had a huge heart for children.

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: George (Mary) Riegert, Clarence (Helen) Riegert, Frances (Ferdinand) Brandner, Helen (Frank) Hollman.

ALSO PRECEDED IN DEATH BY: Longtime friend, Claire Zenner.

DECEASED NEPHEWS: Melvin Brandner, Norbert Brandner and James Hollman

DECEASED FATHER: Allen Riegert DECEASED MOTHER: Louise Vogt

PALLBEARERS: Nieces and Nephews

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorial Donations in honor of Alice may be made to Hope Hospice or Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

JERRY M. LEONHARDT

NAME OF DECEASED:
JERRY M. LEONHARDT
AGE: 40

ADDRESS: 125 N. 3rd Street Medford; City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:05 P.M. Saturday, July 18 at his residence surrounded by his loving family and friends and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 23 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza and Deacon Joseph Stefancin

VISITATION: 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 22 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will be a 6:45 P.M. Prayer Service and also from 9:00 A.M. until 10:40 A.M. Thursday, July 23 at the Hemer Funeral Home

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 22, 1975 in Medford

EDUCATION: Graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: April 23, 1994 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Jennifer “Jenn” L. Noland

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: In middle school Jerry started at Dave’s Showcase Furniture and Flooring in Medford and worked there until May 2015. He enjoyed Motorcross, hunting, fishing, driving his 1969 Superbee, and camping. Jerry loved being around family and friends, especially watching his children in their activities.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Jennifer “Jenn” L. Leonhardt

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Wyatt (Naomi Hartl), Walker (Paige Hartl), Weston, Warryck and Zayleah Leonhardt all of Medford

SURVIVING BROTHER: Waylon (Angela) Leonhardt of La Crosse

SURVIVING PARENTS: Gary L. and Lucey J. (Maiden Name: Slachetka) Leonhardt of Medford
Maternal Grandparents: Stanley (Dorothy) Slachetka of Medford
Father and Mother-In-Law: Lee (Nancy) Noland of Medford
Brothers and Sisters-In-Law: Laurie (Brian) Smedegard of Stevens Point, Mary (Roger) Clark of Greenwood, Indiana, Russell (Sandra) Noland of Irma and Randy (Heidi) Noland of Merrill
Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Numerous Friends

PALLBEARERS: Erik Engel, Dale Neubauer, Paul Hanson, Butch Carstensen, Jack Kadlecek, Jake Emmerich and Pete Thums

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be made to Jerry’s Wish @ Nicolet Bank 134 S. 8th Street Medford, Wisconsin 54451
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WARREN D. MYER

NAME OF DECEASED: WARREN D. MYER

AGE: 65

ADDRESS: W16446 Sugarbush Dr. Armstrong Creek, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:55 A.M. Saturday, July 18, 2015 at North Country View E. assisted Living in Armstrong Creek

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Sunday, July 26, 2015 at Spirit Methodist Church in Spirit

OFFICIATING: Rev. Debra Hastings of Spirit and Tomahawk Methodist Church

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at Hillcrest Cemetery in Spirit

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 10, 1950 in Tomahawk

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Warren enjoyed living at home, visiting with his family and friends and spending time outdoors.

Warren is survived by many cousins

DECEASED FATHER: Dennis L. Myer

DECEASED MOTHER: Jessie E. Fickel

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorials can be made to his 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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EDNA A. SINGLETON

NAME OF DECEASED: EDNA A. SINGLETON

AGE: 94

ADDRESS: 509 Lemke Ave. Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:10 A.M. Friday, July 17, 2015 at Deerview Meadows Assisted Living Center in Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Private Funeral Services were held at Hemer Funeral Homes in Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor James Krueger

INTERMENT: Perkinstown Community Cemetery in Perkinstown

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 4, 1921 in Biron

EDUCATION: Edna attended Gilman Area Schools

MARRIAGE: November 10, 1945 in Medford to Herbert E. Singleton and he preceded her in death on March 21, 1972

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her marriage Edna and Herbert moved to Medford where she was a loving mother and homemaker for her four children. She enjoyed going to the senior center and taking a bus to bingo events.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Elsie Mesner of Medford, Irwin Singleton of Augusta and Harvey Singleton of Boulder Junction
Nephew: Wesley (Jean) Singleton of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Franklin G. Singleton on June 9, 1997

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Elmer Knoll and Florence Singleton

DECEASED FATHER: Frank J. Knoll

DECEASED MOTHER: Francis Rokus

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorials can be made to Edna’s family to be designated at a later date
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KATHRYN “KATHY” I. DEML

NAME OF DECEASED:
KATHRYN “KATHY” I. DEML
AGE: 93

ADDRESS: Golden Living Center 650 Pearl Street Rib Lake, WI; Former Medford Area resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 4:25 A.M. Sunday, July 12 at the Golden Living Center, Rib Lake where she had resided for the past 4 years and under the care of Asera Care Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 16 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford where there will be a 10:45 A.M. VFW Ladies Auxiliary Service.

OFFICIATING: Rev. Nancy Amacher

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen II

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 16 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 7, 1922 in the Town of Grover, Perkinstown

EDUCATION: Attended 1-8th Grade in Perkinstown and was a 1939 graduate of Hannibal High School

MARRIAGE: July 13, 1940 to LeRoy J. Deml in Medford and he preceded her in death on May 29, 1967

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: in 1944 Kathryn worked at Heimerels Variety Store for 8 years. In 1952 she worked for Olga’s Café for 4 years. 1956 worked at Milly’s Café and took over ownership in 1957 where Kathy owned and operated Milly’s for 4 years and in 1961 went into partnership with her mother for the following 4 years. In 1965 resumed single ownership of Milly’s for 2 years. In 1968 began working at the Memorial Nursing Home as a CNA, in 1982 transferred to Memorial Hospital as a housekeeper. Kathryn worked for 29.5 years between the Memorial Nursing Home and Memorial Hospital until her retirement on November 28, 1997. She enjoyed volunteer work at the Medford VFW, embroidering, making jam, canning, cleaning, making homemade donuts and cookies. Kathryn also loved cardinals and Red, White and Blue.

MEMBER OF: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and the Medford VFW Ladies Auxiliary

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Joan (Raymond) Diedrich of Athens, Melvin (Terry) Deml of Edgerton, Shirley (Ted) Kellnhofer of Medford and Mary Deml of Elk Grove, California

14 and 2 Step GRANDCHILDREN

32 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

7 GREAT-GREAT GRANDCHILDREN

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Beatrice Andrews of Necedah, Lucille Draeger of Medford, Ida Frahman of Muskego, Rita (Ken) Emmerich of Medford, Eleanor Olszewski of Cudahy and Carol Meyer of Westboro

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 5 Brothers: Donnie, Leroy, Melvin, Orland and Ernest Westrich Jr.
2 Sisters: Crystal Dziedzic and Christine Senski
3 Half Sisters: Iola Meyer, Marjorie Voneniem and Hazel Meyer

DECEASED FATHER: Ernest Westrich Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Bessie M. Westrich (Maiden Name: Singleton)

PALLBEARERS: Rick and Eric Deml, Todd, Robbie and Craig Diedrich, Jody and Jeff Kellnhofer and Curt Sundin

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Kathy’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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JOYCE P. SHANNON

NAME OF DECEASED: JOYCE P. SHANNON AGE: 84

ADDRESS: 657 E. Taylor St. Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:26 P.M. Sunday, July 5, 2015 at Aspirus Nursing & Rehab in Medford where she had resided for the past 8 months, surrounded by her loving family and recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 9, 2015 at Community United Church of Christ in Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor Mary Jo Laabs

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen II Cemetery

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford and also 10:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, July 9, 2015 at Community United Church of Christ in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: May 12, 1931 in Yakima, Washington

MARRIAGE: June 11, 1949 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Eldon E. Shannon Jr. and he preceded her in death on July 6, 1986

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Joyce worked for Gruener Bakery in Medford for 20+ years. She then worked for Hurd Millwork Corp. Office as a custodian for a number of years. Joyce was a caring babysitter for many local children. She enjoyed bowling, going to the casino, fishing, crafts, attending church and she was an avid Packer fan. Joyce loved spending time with her family and friends.

MEMBER OF: Community United Church of Christ, Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Randy (Joan) Shannon, Danny (Joyce) Shannon & Pamela Shannon all of Medford
Daughter-In-Law: Bonnie Shannon of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Vern Shannon in 2011

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 10 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 15

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Claudia (Bruce) Bennett of Duluth, Minnesota & Ada (Richard) Byram of North Carolina

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Robert LaCoursiere, Jean Stack & Lorraine Emerson

DECEASED FATHER: Adolph J. LaCoursiere DECEASED MOTHER: Marion J. Peppel

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons: Randy, Steve, David & Darby Shannon, Craig Lang, Bryan Thums & Jeff Yanko

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Joyce’s family to be designated at a later date.
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JEROME V. BACH

NAME OF DECEASED: JEROME VINCENT BACH        AGE: 90

ADDRESS:  N 3282 Woodland Road, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH:  Aspirus Care & Rehab Center, 5:05 A.M., Thursday, July 2, 2015, under the care of Hope Hospice.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES:  11:00 A.M., Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford, WI.

OFFICIATING:  Father Phil Jusa & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT:     St. Mary’s Cemetery, Little Black, WI

VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday July 8, 2015, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 13, 1925 in Little Black, WI.

EDUCATION: Graduated from Holy Rosary Grade School, Medford, WI.

MARRIAGE: Married Joanne Marie Seidel on July 24, 1957 at St. Louis Catholic Church in Dorchester, WI.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Jerome worked as a farmer in Nebraska and the Dakotas. After marrying Joanne, he moved back to Medford and began working as a carpenter and roofer.

MEMBER OF:  Holy Rosary Catholic Church

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Joanne Marie (Seidel) Bach

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother: Paul (Mary Kay) Bach, Jr. of Colby, WI, Sister; Olivia Venne of Milwaukee, WI.

AND SEVERAL SURVIVING  NIECES AND NEPHEWS

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister: Elizabeth Heier and  Brother: Bernard Bach

DECEASED FATHER: Paul Bach      DECEASED MOTHER: Elizabeth Jackel

OTHER INFORMATION:  In honor of Jerome, memorial donations may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic Church or Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

RALPH R. BRANDNER

NAME OF DECEASED: 
RALPH R. BRANDNER

AGE:  90

ADDRESS:  City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH:  8:07 P.M. Tuesday, June 30 at the Aspirus Medford Hospital-E.R. where he was surrounded by his loving wife, sister and nephew.

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

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 27, 1924 in the Township of Chelsea

MARRIAGE: June 20, 1953 at St. John’s the Baptist Church, Rib Lake to Rita M. Schneck

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Rita M. Brandner

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brothers: Herbert (Elinora), Raymond and Rock Brandner

Sisters: Anne Pachenham and Rosemary (Robert) Werner

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers: Carl Jr., John and Roman

Sisters: Catherine Lamberty, Thecla Oestreich and Ida Scott

DECEASED FATHER: Carl Brandner Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Kunigunda Brandner (Maiden Name: Linsner)