RAYMOND H. SCOTT

NAME OF DECEASED: RAYMOND HARRY SCOTT AGE: 94

ADDRESS: 421 South Vincent Street, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE & DATE OF DEATH: Aspirus Hospital, Medford, Sunday, August 30, 2015.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 10:00 AM, Saturday September 12, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford, WI.

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford, WI.

VISITATION: 9:00 AM until the time of services at 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 12, 2015, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford, WI.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 24, 1921, Corning, Iowa.

EDUCATION: Corning High School, Class of 1939; A.B., Creighton University; LL.B. (Bachelor of Laws), Marquette University.

MARRIAGE: Married Ruth Mary (Kelly) Scott, October 9, 1948 in Antigo, WI. Ruth Mary preceded Raymond in death in 2003.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Raymond achieved the rank of Eagle Scout in 1937. He graduated from Creighton University with an A.B. Degree in 1943. He served his country as a Beachmaster in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific theater from 1943 – 1946. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant (J.G.). He then attended Marquette University Law School and graduated in 1948. He began his law career in Stevens Point for Hardware Mutual (now Sentry Insurance) and left in 1951 to join the Leicht & Curran law firm in Medford, which became Leicht & Scott in 1955. Raymond also served as the District Attorney for Taylor County from 1951-1959. He was one of the founding partners of the Nikolay, Jensen & Scott Law Firm in 1956. In 1987, he donated a substantial amount of time and legal expertise in assisting the individuals who wanted to save and preserve St. Ann’s Church in the Town of Greenwood; which was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1995. He was instrumental in the development of the Medford to Prentice Pine Line Trail, in which he donated his legal services for converting the old rail line to a recreational trail. In 1998, he was recognized by the State Bar of Wisconsin for fifty years of service in the legal profession. He retired from his law practice in 2006 after 58 years. He served on the district level with Samoset Council of the Boy Scouts of America and was a member of the Holy Rosary Parish Council. In 1992, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Medford Area Chamber of Commerce. Raymond had a passion for music. In high school he played the alto saxophone and clarinet and led “The Owls” orchestra which played at venues in southwestern Iowa and Omaha, Nebraska from 1934-39. While at Creighton, he led the “Ray Scott College Rhythm Orchestra,” which played at venues in Iowa and Nebraska. After moving to Medford, he formed a jazz band that played for 8 years at the Fayette Hotel. Raymond enjoyed swimming and also loved to bike, curl, play tennis, and spend time at his cabin on Lake Holcombe. He participated in every National Senor Men’s Curling Bonspiel from its beginning in 1976 through 2006. He was an avid football fan, especially for the Green Bay Packers. He also enjoyed convertibles --especially Mustangs, and passed on his obsession for Mustang convertibles to a number of his children.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, President of the Board of Directors for Memorial Hospital from 1962-1965; Board of Directors of the State Bank of Medford (later Mid-Wisconsin Bank) from 1966-1972 and Chairman of the Board from 1972-1991; Board Member of Midway Telephone Company (later Telephone Data Systems) from 1965-1967 and Board President from 1967-2000; Knights of Columbus; Lifetime Member of the Medford Curling Club, and both the American Legion and VFW Posts of Medford.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: James Scott of Medford; Michael Scott of Fox Point, WI; Maureen Scott of Phoenix, AZ; Patrick (Lydia) Scott of Viroqua, WI; Terry Scott of Medford; Tim Scott of Hammond, WI; Dennis (Amy) Scott of Larkspur, CA; and Kevin (Mary) Scott of Lake Elmo, MN.

GRANDCHILDREN: Sarah, Adam, Jonathan, Justin, Kelly, Spencer, Sydney, Mara and Sofia Scott.

SURVIVING BROTHER: Wayne Scott of Boulder, CO.

SISTERS DECEASED: Anita Akin and Bernice McCarthy

DECEASED FATHER: Walter Harry Scott DECEASED MOTHER: Teresa (Dowling) Scott



OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations in honor of Raymond H. Scott may be made to:

Holy Rosary Catholic School (http://school.hrmedford.org/), or
The Children’s Cancer Research Fund (http://www.childrenscancer.org/).

STANLEY GRZYBOWSKI

NAME OF DECEASED: STANLEY GRZYBOWSKI AGE: 85

ADDRESS: 6510 County Highway M, Athens, WI 54411; A Township of Bern resident, Marathon County

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 12:55 PM Thursday, August 27 at Aspirus Medford Hospital where he had been a patient for the past 5 days most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per his request, there will be no services

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December26, 1929 in Detroit, MI

EDUCATION: Hall Country School, Petersburg, MI, attended Summerfield High School in Petersburg, MI

MARRIAGE: December 4, 1964 at Monroe, MI to Barbara Louise Uckley and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: He worked all of his working life as a farmer in both Michigan & Wisconsin. They moved to the Township of Bern in 1983 and farmed there until the time of his retirement. He enjoyed fishing.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Barbara Louise Grzybowski of Athens, WI

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sons – Michael (Stephanie) Grzybowski of Edgar & Stanley Grzybowski, Jr. of Athens
Daughter – Constance (Kurt) Riel of Wausau

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 3

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 1 Sister, 1 Step-Sister & 2 Step-Brothers

DECEASED FATHER: Walter Grzybowski DECEASED MOTHER: Rose Serowic

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RONALD “RONNIE” A. SACKMANN

NAME OF DECEASED:
RONALD “RONNIE” A. SACKMANN
AGE: 61

ADDRESS: W4884 County Highway A Stetsonville; Township of Deer Creek Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:12 P.M. Sunday, August 23 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at a later date in Stetsonville Public Cemetery

VISITATION: 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, August 27 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will be a 7:00 P.M. Prayer Service led by Deacon Joseph Stefancin

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 24, 1954 in Medford

EDUCATION: Attend Stetsonville Elementary Grade School and Medford High School

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: In his younger years he worked on his neighbor’s dairy farm. Ronnie then started at Stetson Hardwoods where he worked until the time of his death. He enjoyed making maple syrup, model aviation, hunting and long leisure drives.

MEMBER OF: Hobbyland Flyers

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: 3 Brothers: Randy of Stetsonville, Brian of Medford and Rick of Stetsonville
3 Sisters: Lennethe Adams of Medford, Kathryn (Jeff) Klinger of Medford and Theresa (Samuel) Zagorski of Gilman

DECEASED FATHER: Clarence C. Sackmann

DECEASED MOTHER: Elizabeth F. Sackmann (Maiden Name: Baumer)

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Ronnie’s family to be designated at a later date
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AUDREY M. DAHL

NAME OF DECEASED:
AUDREY M. DAHL
AGE: 89

ADDRESS: 617 Cedar Street Apt. 3 Medford; City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:15 P.M. Friday, August 21 at the Aspirus Medford Hospital where she had been a patient for the past 1 day

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

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 18, 1926 in Goodrich

EDUCATION: Attended rural grade schools and a graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: January 17, 1949 to Lester Dahl and he preceded her in death on August 23, 2001

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Audrey worked at Marathon Cheese and Hurd Millwork for a number of years until her retirement in 1988. She enjoyed camping, fishing and square dancing in Medford and Florida.

MEMBER OF: Abiding Hope Lutheran Church in Florida

SURVIVING BROTHER: Adrian Kriplean of West Allis
Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends

BROTHER/SISTER DECEASED: Brother: Alfred Kriplean
Sister: Sylvia Hamm

DECEASED FATHER: August Kriplean

DECEASED MOTHER: Lena Kriplean (Maiden Name: Cornwell)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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RUBY K. NEUMAN

NAME OF DECEASED:
RUBY K. NEUMAN
AGE: 81

ADDRESS: 135 S. Gibson Street Medford; City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:28 A.M. Friday, August 21 at the Aspirus Care and Rehab Medford where she had resided for the past 7 years.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, August 25 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Philip Juza and Deacon Joseph Stefancin

INTERMENT: St. Mary’s Cemetery in the Township of Little Black

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Monday, August 24 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will be a 7:00 P.M. Prayer Service and also from 9:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. Tuesday, August 25 at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 28, 1934 in Medford

EDUCATION: Attended Little White Grade School in the Township of Little Black and a graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: April 21, 1955 in Medford to James C. Neuman and he preceded her in death on February 6, 1999

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Ruby was a Nurse’s Aide at the Memorial Hospital of Taylor County for a period of time. She then worked at Dorchester Furniture in production for also a period of time. Ruby then worked at C&J’s Bar as a bartender for a number of years until her retirement. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, quilting, painting, playing cards, and most of all being with her family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Klossner-Dietzler VFW Ladies Auxiliary

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Jeff (Becky Becker) Neuman of Dorchester, Judy (Warren) Underwood of Dorchester, Janice (Gary) Messman of Stetsonville, Kathy (Joe) Schupp of Medford and Mike (Marnie) Neuman of Milan

CHILDREN DECEASED: 2 Sons: David J. Neuman on March 20, 1990 and James T. Neuman on December 29, 2003

13 GRANDCHILDREN

22 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

SURVIVING BROTHER: John (Charlotte) Drolshagen of Medford
Sisters-In-Law: Bev Drolshagen of Abbotsford, Rosie Anderson of Medford and Roceda Neuman of Medford
Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends

BROTHER DECEASED: Leighton Drolshagen

DECEASED FATHER: George A. Drolshagen

DECEASED MOTHER: Elva M. Drolshagen (Maiden name: Anderson)

PALLBEARERS: Dan Ingersoll, Carl Anderson, Brad Jentzsch, Joe, Brian and Lee Drolshagen

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Ruby’s family to be designated at a later date
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AILENE L. PREMEAU

Ailene Lorraine Premeau, 84, of Ogema, WI, formerly of Ripon, passed away Thursday August 20, 2015 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, WI.
She was born August 31, 1930 to Victor and Laimie (Annala) Storm. She graduated from Westboro High School. Ailene married Clifford “Eddie” Premeau, September 30, 1950 in Rib Lake, WI. He survives.
Ailene is also survived by her Children: Margaret Stone of Naperville, IL, Melinda (Dan) Krieg of DePere, WI, Jacqueline (Mark) Peterson of Ripon, WI. Grandchildren: Julie (John) McCullough of New Market, AL, Erin (Adam Vallez) Surfass of Capron, IL, Noah (Barbie) Surfass of Salt Lake City, UT, Stacy (Rick) Fischer of Neenah, WI, Sara (Mike) Williams of Neenah, WI, Daniel (Courtney) Krieg of Neenah, WI, Ryan (Emily Ramharter) Peterson of Madison, WI, Steffen (Briana Schnelle) Peterson of Alturas, CA, Great Grandchildren: Elizabeth & Bailey Curtis, Emelia Vallez, JP, Lauren & Kathryn McCullough, Max Fischer, Sapphire Krieg, Kaylee Williams, Danika Williams. Nieces and nephews: Deborah Storm, Margie (Scott) Pearson, Barb (Matt) Brager, Liz (Tony) Nehmer, Terri (Ed) Anderson, Cindy (Mark) Meyering, Dave (Cheryl) Hanson, Sisters in law: Gerry Hanson of Wausau, WI, Sue (Wayne) Tlusty of Rib Lake, WI.
She is preceded in death by: Parents, Daughter: Kathleen Surfass, Great Grandson: Ricky Fischer, Brothers: Marvin and John Storm, Mother and Father In Law: Edmund and Viola Premeau, Brother In Law: Arthur Hanson, Sister In Law: Donna Storm.
Ailene worked as a Manager of Market Analysis for Speed Queen in Ripon, WI, where she retired from in 1992. In 1996, Ailene and Clifford moved from Ripon to Ogema, where they had lived since 1972. She enjoyed watching all different kinds of wildlife in the backyard of her home. She also enjoyed sewing. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren, she loved to travel across the United States visiting each of them. She was a member of St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, and VFW Post# 7817 Women’s Auxiliary.
Funeral Services for Ailene will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday August 25, 2015 at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church, Prentice, WI, with Father Gerald Hagen officiating. Burial will take place at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Westboro, WI. Visitation will be held: 4:00 – 6:00 PM, Monday, August 24, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake Chapel, and also 10:00 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM, Tuesday August 25, 2015 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
Memorial Donations in honor of Ailene may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
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EVERETT B. HALE

NAME OF DECEASED: EVERETT B. HALE

AGE: 82

ADDRESS: 546 South 2nd Street Medford, WI 54451

PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Monday, August 24, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford, Wisconsin

OFFICIATING: Father Philip Juza

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery in Medford

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Sunday, August 23, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford with a 7:00 P.M. Rosary Service. Also, 10:15 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, August 24, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 24, 1932 in Grand Rapids, Minnesota

EDUCATION: Everett attended high school in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He then went on to graduate from Wisconsin State College, Milwaukee (now University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee) and then studied Law at the University of Wisconsin, Madison where he graduated in 1961 with a Doctor of Jurisprudence.

MARRIAGE: on November 27, 1965 Everett married the love of his life, Pearl B. Wayerski in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

WORK INFORMATION/PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Everett enrolled in ROTC 1952, and served in the army infantry during the Korean War from February 1956 until June 1957 and later he attained the rank of Captain. Everett worked as an attorney for his entire career. He worked in private law practice, served as City Attorney in Manitowoc, Wisconsin 8and as Assistant City Attorney in La Crosse, Wisconsin. In 1981, Everett began working in Taylor County where he would work until his retirement in 2006. He worked as Assistant District Attorney, Family Court Commissioner, and County Corporation Counsel. As the Family Court Commissioner, he enjoyed performing many wedding ceremonies. Everett was a member of the Knights of Columbus at Holy Rosary parish where he also enjoyed his bible study group. He was very committed to practicing his Catholic faith and passed those values on to his family. To say Everett was a military history buff would be an understatement. He enjoyed collecting military artifacts and sharing their history from a young age. One of his favorite Saturday activities was what he would call “making his rounds” and visiting with the patrons and owners of local gun shops and taking his daughters to gun shows. Everett was able to share his love of history by teaching classes at local community colleges. He was also an advocate for pro-life issues and used his retirement to defend those who cannot speak for themselves with articles and opinion pieces. Most importantly he and Pearl made a home where his family knew they were always loved and accepted no matter what.

MEMBER OF: Wisconsin Bar Association, Knights of Columbus, Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Penny Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Pearl B. Hale of Medford, Wisconsin

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Ann (Brian) Bergmann of Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, Barbara (Matthew Richlen) Hale-Richlen of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, Linda (Kevin) O’Brien of Colby, Wisconsin, and Jennifer (Adam Derr) Hale of Silver Spring, Maryland

# LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Everett is the proud grandfather of Lauren and Alexander Bergmann; Pierce, Grant and Ava Richlen.

Everett is also survived by many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother: Arlow Hale and Sister: Helen (Hale) Roth

DECEASED FATHER: Arlow Dunbar Hale

DECEASED MOTHER: Theresa Ann Hale

PALLBEARERS: Jim Roth, Terry Roth, Rick Roth, Bill Roth, Tom Roth, John Hale, Bill Frank and Dan Frank

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WAYNE M. DOMINE

NAME OF DECEASED: WAYNE M. DOMINE AGE: 62

ADDRESS: Riverview Apartments, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced at 10:58 AM Thursday, August 20 at his residence in the City of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per his request, there will be no services

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 15, 1953 at Medford

EDUCATION: Pine Tree & Brookside elementary schools, attended Medford High School and Cosmetology College

MARRIAGE: Married to Juanita Tormaschy and they were later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education he worked at Copps IGA & Weathershield Mfg. in Medford for periods of time. He moved to Colorado where he resided for a period of time. Returned to WI and resided in various communities. For the past 10 years, he has resided at his present address. He enjoyed cooking & family time.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daughters – LaCota (Nolan) Overton of Dickinson, ND and Chelsey Domine of North Dakota

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 8

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Carol Cederholm of Medford, Darlene (Pat) Preman of Suring, WI, Charlene (Gerry) Faude of Medford, Danny Domine of Plymouth, WI, Larry (Julie) Johnson of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Aaron Biship and Edward Bishop in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Arthur William Domine

DECEASED MOTHER: Frieda Margaret Neubauer

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BERNADINE “BERNIE” N. ZIEHLKE

NAME OF DECEASED:
BERNADINE “BERNIE” N. ZIEHLKE
AGE: 84

ADDRESS: 1269 N. 8th Street Apt. 6, Medford; City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:15 P.M. Monday, August 17 at her residence surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Thursday, August 20 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. Nancy Amacher

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at a later date in St. Mary's Cemetery in Little Black

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until 10:45 A.M. Thursday, August 20 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 20, 1930 in Medford, WI

EDUCATION: Attended High School. Bernadine left high school to care for her younger siblings while her mother worked.

MARRIAGE: August 3, 1947 in North Dakota to Gerald “Jerry” R. Ziehlke

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Bernadine spent much of her younger life caring for her younger siblings. She lost her father when she was nine years old. Her mother, Alda had to work to provide for the family. Her parents were Frederick Brede and Alda Miller. Bernadine was the second of five children. After her mother remarried, Bernadine became the sister of four more siblings. She met the love of her life, Gerald and they were married on August 3, 1947. Bernadine loved being a wife, mother, and homemaker. She loved to cook, sew, make crafts, very active in church and had so many other talents. She worked as a waitress and they also raised mink for many years. Bernadine helped with their care. In later years they purchased a Montgomery Wards Store in Medford, which they owned and operated for several years. Eventually they then opened a Furniture Store on Highway 13 in Medford. Bernadine worked full time at both the Montgomery Wards business until it sold and later at the furniture business. Bernadine had many health problems throughout her life but she still managed to overcome them and care for her family and home and do her fair share of providing for their family. Bernadine was a very caring and loving lady and will be greatly missed by her family and many friends.

MEMBER OF: St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Gerald “Jerry” R. Ziehlke of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Carol ( Tom) Ploeckelman of Hartford and Terrie (Wayne Staven) Revels of Medford

4 GRANDCHILDREN: Jenna ( Mike) Heinz, Ron ( Tracy ) Ploeckelman Matthew Czerniak and Rachel Revels

4 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Jacob and Mitchel Heinz and Andrew and Adam Ploeckelman

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Patrick ( Henrietta ) Leary of Chippewa Falls, Michael ( Becky) Leary of Medford
Daniel ( Laura) Leary of Medford, Ellen (Jim) Borman of Owen

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Barbara Siewert, Raymond Brede, Milan Brede and Shirley Leary

DECEASED FATHER: Frederick A. Brede

DECEASED MOTHER: Alda Miller

DECEASED STEP-FATHER: D.H. Leary

PALLBEARERS: Jenna , Mike, Jacob and Mitchel Heinz, Tom, Ron, Tracy, Andrew and Adam Ploeckelman, Matthew Czerniak, Rachel Revels

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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RICHARD SYNOL

Richard Synol, age 70, of Shawano, passed away peacefully at his daughters home, under the care of Theda Care Hospice, on August 11, 2015, with family by his side. Richard, also known as “Dickie”, “Dick”, “The Ole Buck”, or “R.J.”, was born on August 30, 1944, in Rib Lake, WI to the late Walter and Bernice Synol. He grew up in Rib Lake and graduated from Rib Lake High School. He joined the service during the Vietnam War and served his country honorably from 1964 to 1968. Upon returning home to Rib Lake, he married Sharon Shawano of Laona. He worked at Gem Products in Rib Lake until it closed. After that, he moved to Green Bay in 1979. He then worked at the Larson Company in Green Bay for many years as a product sample truck driver. He later worked at Gandrud Chevrolet in vehicle prep until his retirement. He loved working on both real and model cars, watching the Green Bay Packers and NASCAR racing, hunting, horseshoes and bowling, but he loved nothing more than spending time with his family. Richard had a kind heart, and made friends wherever he went, and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Richard is survived by his two children, Audra Synol-Kruger (David Kruger) and Brandon Synol, both of Green Valley; five grandchildren, Keyyanna, Alex, Crystal, Jade, and Allana; one great granddaughter, Avah; his brother, Raymond (Kathleen) Synol; his former wife Sharon as well as numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Ken and Donovan.

A memorial visitation will be held at Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake Chapel, Saturday August 22, 2015 from 11:00 AM until 12:45 PM. Cremainal Inurnment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery. Graveside Funeral Prayers will be said by Father Otto Bucher. Military Honors will be performed by American Legion Post 517.

VALERIA “VALERIE” V. MEZICH

NAME OF DECEASED: VALERIA “VALERIE” V. MEZICH

AGE: 89

ADDRESS: current resident of Stevens Point former resident of Rib Lake

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:15 P.M. Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield where she had been a patient for the past 2 ½ weeks.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 12:00 P.M. Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake

VISITATION: 11:00 A.M. until time of services at 12:00 P.M. Saturday, August 15, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 6, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois

EDUCATION: Valerie attended Milwaukee Area Schools and graduated from Stevens Point High School

MARRIAGE: January 18, 1949 in Waukegan, Illinois to Louis J. Mezich and he preceded her in death on September 22, 1983

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her marriage, they moved to Burlington for a period of time before moving to Rib Lake in 1972. In 1993, she moved to Plover where she resided until her death. Valerie enjoyed traveling, gardening, shopping, cooking, spending time with her family and friends and was an avid doll collector.

MEMBER OF: Former member of St. Bronislava Catholic Church in Plover

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Linda (Fiance: Frank Laskowski) Mezich of Stevens Point, JoAnn (Joe) Mertens of Medford, John (Significant Other: Chris Bopp) Mezich of Plover and Ron (Vicki) Mezich of Tallahassee, Florida

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6: Deanna, Matt, Michael, Katherine, Joey and Jacob GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 5

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Robert and Clifford Edelburg

DECEASED FATHER: Arthur C. Edelburg

DECEASED MOTHER: Clara C. Schultz

PALLBEARERS: Frank Laskowski, Joe Mertens, Matt Mezich, Dick Richveis and Doug Steele

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DANIEL P. SANCHEZ

NAME OF DECEASED: DANIEL PAUL SANCHEZ AGE: 80

ADDRESS: N 5124 County Road G, Gilman, WI 54433

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: His residence, Tuesday August 11, 2015 at 10:12 PM.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Cremation rites have been accorded, Services will be held in Sacramento, California at a later date.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 28, 1935 in Sacramento, California.

EDUCATION: Graduated from Christian Brothers High School, Sacramento.

MARRIAGE: Married Bonna Ann Schoonover, September 28, 1968 in Reno, NV.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Growing up, Daniel was a star football player in high school, and earned the nick name Dan “The Tank” Sanchez. He was inducted into the Sacramento Mexican-American Sports Hall Of Fame. Daniel worked for Sacramento Municipal Utility District, as a supervisor in their computer department, and retired from there in 1997. He was a US Navy Veteran, serving as a Yeoman in its clerical division. Daniel was an avid Oakland Raiders fan. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Bonna Ann (Schoonover) Sanchez

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Steve (Rosanna) Sanchez of Italy, Tony (Beverly) Sanchez of Sacramento, CA, Dave (Jeanette) Sanchez of Loomis, CA, Debbie (Dale) Thomas of Gilman, WI.

GRANDCHILDREN: Vicente, Mateo, Giulia Sanchez,
Brandon (Katie), Sophia, Mason, Taylor Sanchez
Zachary (Kayo), Derek (Erika)Sanchez, Andrea, Nick Diloreto
Tiffany (Sean) Partridge, Samantha (Damian) Baltzley

GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: Kira
Willow, Louis, Henry, Riley
Kameron, Weston, Emma


SURVIVING SISTERS: Reyna (Ray) Gomez of Oregon House, CA and Pauline Daly of Marysville, CA.



DECEASED FATHER: Paul Sanchez

DECEASED MOTHER: Pauline (Cisneros) Sanchez

OTHER INFORMATION: In honor of Daniel, memorial donations may given in his name to the American Heart Association, or to Christian Brothers High School Sports Boosters.

ARTHUR F. HOMER

NAME OF DECEASED: ARTHUR F. HOMER AGE: 77

ADDRESS: Deerview Meadows Assisted Living, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:30 PM Thursday, Aug. 6 at Deerview Meadows Assisted Living, Medford where he had resided for the past 3 months most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Thursday, August 13 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II at a later date

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Thursday, August 13

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 5, 1938 at Peoria, IL

EDUCATION: Silver Creek Elementary school, Westboro and was a graduate of Westboro High School

MARRIAGE: At South Milwaukee, WI to Angie Fuerlinger and they were later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education he worked at Hurd Millwork in Medford for a period of time. Moved to South Milwaukee and worked as a machinist at B. E. Fabrication for many years until his retirement. He recently moved to Medford to be near family. He enjoyed restoring old cars, stock car racing, camping, traveling, golfing, fishing, bowling, ballroom dancing and singing barber shop quartet.

SURVIVING SPECIAL FRIEND: Patricia “Pat” Gauger of Mukwonago, WI

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daughter – Rita Lashley of Cudahy, WI

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 4 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 8

NIECES/NEPHEWS: Richard, Keith (Audrey) & Mark (fiance-Robin Engel) Homer all of Medford
Margaret, Jim & Tim Budinger all of Marshfield
Further survived by many great nieces/nephews

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Mary Elliott of Marshfield
Sister-in-law: Donna (Bob) Shadrick of Phillips

BROTHERS/SISTERS/RELATIVES DECEASED: Twin Brother – Ernest Homer in 2009
Nephew – Howie Homer in 1986

DECEASED FATHER: James Franklin Homer DECEASED MOTHER: Viola Evelyn Thompson

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to either Hope Hospice of Medford or the Aspirus Dialysis Center, Medford
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MELVIN “McGee” W. MILDBRAND

NAME OF DECEASED: MELVIN “McGee” W. MILDBRAND

AGE: 92

ADDRESS: Resident of Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:55 A.M. Sunday, August 02, 2015 at Deerview Meadows in Medford surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor James Krueger

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford and also 12:00 P.M. until time of services at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 5, 2015 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 8, 1923 in Medford

EDUCATION: Melvin attended Medford Area Schools and was a 1941 graduate of Medford Area High School

MARRIAGE: September 17, 1949 in Medford to Arvella L. Kraschnewski and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After high school, Melvin joined the U.S. Army and served during World War II from 1941 until 1945 in the Pacific Theater on the Island of Tinian as a bomb loader. After his service, he worked for the Bottle Gas Company in Medford for a period of time. Melvin then worked for his father-in-law at Walter Kraschnewski Construction in Medford for a period of time while also working at Milly’s Bowling Alley. He then worked at Hurd’s Windows and Siding in Medford for 2 years before he became a well-known mink rancher. Melvin enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing baseball, woodworking and watching his grandchildren play sports.

MEMBER OF: Medford Klossner-Dietzler VFW Post#5729, Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church & the Medford Mink Association

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Arvella L. Mildbrand of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Michael (Cindy) Mildbrand of Soldotna, AK, Scott (Gail) Mildbrand & Amy (Dennis) Blasel both of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 4 GR-GRANDDAUGHTERS: 1

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Edward & Walter Mildbrand

DECEASED FATHER: Ernest Mildbrand

DECEASED MOTHER: Rosaline C. (Heinle)Mildbrand

PALLBEARERS: Honorary Urnbearers: Grandsons-Jonny Mildbrand, Nicholas & Benjamin Blasel Active: Grandson-Thomas Mildbrand
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