ELVIGIA “ELVIE” G. MOSCOSO

NAME OF DECEASED: ELVIGIA “ELVIE” G. MOSCOSO AGE: 79

ADDRESS: 1543 N. Killebrew Pt., Hernando, FL; Elvie was also a part time Medford resident residing here during the summer months

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Unexpectedly, Friday, November 27 at Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis, MO while there for the Holiday, visiting family

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Saturday, December 5 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza, Father Dennis Meulemans, Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford at a later date

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM Friday, December 4 where there will be a 7 PM Catholic Rosary service held and also from 9 AM to 10:30 AM on Saturday, December 5

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 9, 1936 at Sarrat, Ilocos Norte, Philippines

EDUCATION: Holy Spirit Academy, Laoag City, Philippines; BS in nursing from the University of Santo Tomas, Manila, Philippines; Post graduate training at DePaul University, Chicago, IL

MARRIAGE: January 7, 1962 at Manila, Philippines to Romulo “Rom” Moscoso and he survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education she taught infectious disease at Ortanez General Hospital in Manila for 2 years. She then worked as a registered nurse in Welch, West Virginia for a period of time. They resided in Milwaukee, Pittsburgh and Welch, West Virginia for periods of time prior to moving to Medford in 1971. While raising her family, she worked as a housewife & mother. She enjoyed cooking, golf, fishing, traveling, gardening, crossword puzzles, trips to the casino, watching Jeopardy & spending time with her family. She did volunteer work at Holy Rosary, Medford putting together the church bulletins. She enjoyed singing in the church choirs at Holy Rosary & St. Scholastica Catholic Churches . She was proud to become a US citizen in 1979.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; St. Scholastica Catholic Church, Lecanto, FL

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Romulo “Rom” Moscoso of Hernando, FL & Medford, WI

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Rick (Tami) Moscoso of Mission Viejo, CA, Valerie (Scott) Gorichs of Weston, Lisa (Tom Wagner) Moscoso of St. Louis, MO, Marla (Ray) Reimann of Merrill, Natalie (Daniel) Winkler of Idaho Springs, CO

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 15 – Jordyn, Erica & Dylan Moscoso, Nicholas & Benjamin Gorichs, Annalise, John Harry & Lizzie Wagner, Elizabeth “Lindsey” Moscoso, McKenzie, Lily, Henry, Samuel & Grace Reimann, Atticus Winkler

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister – Charito Cabacungan

DECEASED FATHER: Isidoro Ganotisi DECEASED MOTHER: Mercedes Balatian

PALLBEARERS: Sons-in-law: Scott Gorichs, Tom Wagner, Ray Reimann & Daniel Winkler; Grandsons: Nicholas & Benjamin Gorichs

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to Holy Rosary Parish, Medford in Elvie’s memory
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SHARON M. McNAMAR

NAME OF DECEASED: SHARON M. McNAMAR

AGE: 77

ADDRESS: N6398 Bunker Rd. Medford, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:16 A.M. Sunday, November 29, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per Sharon’s request there will be a private celebration of life service held at a later date.

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at Chelsea Community Cemetery at a later date.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 23, 1938 in Detroit, Michigan

EDUCATION: Graduated from Westboro High School in 1956

MARRIAGE: On November 17, 1956 in Rib Lake, Sharon married Jerry McNamar and he survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: In 1954 Sharon’s family moved to the township of Westboro. After her marriage, Sharon and Jerry bought and managed a farm for 33 years; she then worked for Copps IGA in Medford for 3 years. Sharon then worked for B & B Engineering in Medford for 9 years. She enjoyed going for long walks, gardening, reading, playing cards and spending time with her family and friends.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Jerry McNamar of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Bob (Renee) McNamar of Tomahawk, Allen (Ann) McNamar, Barb (Significant Other: John Sterr) Denzine, and Dale (Fiancée: Keva Schult) McNamar all of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 Grandsons and 1 Granddaughter
GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 7 Great-Grandsons

SURVIVING SISTER: Janet (Frank) Pawlowski of Weslaco, TX

BROTHER DECEASED: James Hollister

DECEASED FATHER: Frank B. Hollister

DECEASED MOTHER: Hazel M. Mallory

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Sharon’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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IONE J. DAHLVIG

NAME OF DECEASED: IONE JOYCE DAHLVIG AGE: 87

ADDRESS: Care Partners Assisted Living, 955 East Allman St, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Care Partners Assisted Living, Sunday November 29, 2015 at 3:20 AM.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 Thursday December 3, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza and Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford.

VISITATION: Thursday, December 3, 2015, 10:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 14, 1928 in Holcombe, WI.

EDUCATION: Graduate of The Teachers College.

MARRIAGE: Joseph F. Dahlvig, June 10, 1950 in Flambeau, WI. He precedes her in death, February 10, 2014.

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Ione taught at several one room school houses in the Flambeau area until starting a family. Ione and Joseph enjoyed traveling, visiting each of the 48 continental states. She loved time spent with her family, especially family gatherings.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Ladies of Holy Rosary, Medford Homemakers.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Gem (Tim) Kaiser of Auburndale, Craig (Donna) Dahlvig of Hatley, Joel (Helen) Dahlvig of Lewisville, TX, Bradley “Brad” (Karen) Dahlvig of Medford, and Brian (Brian Woods) Dahlvig, of Minneapolis, MN.

GRANDCHILDREN: Chris (Tracy) Kaiser, Heather (Kori) Krueger, Lucas (Keycia) Dahlvig, Sarah (Jason) Rominski, Jared Dahlvig, Ember (Dan) Shmitt, Katie (Jason) Lindemann, Eric Dahlvig, Joe (Helen) Dahlvig, John (Melissa) Dahlvig

GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 12 STEP GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 2


SISTER DECEASED: Carol Dean Johnson


DECEASED FATHER: Victor Gourdoux DECEASED MOTHER: Minnie (Driesen) Gourdoux

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren

JAMES A. PETERSON

James A. Peterson 60, of Medford WI formerly of Chippewa Falls, passed away November 27th at Aspirus Hospital, Wausau WI.
Jimmy was born in Eau Claire WI. March 15 1955, to Robert and Olive(Sime)Peterson.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and sister JoAnn VanCamp.
Jimmy loved to fish and was an accomplished “Picker”. Most of all he was a huge Green Bay Packer fan and an organ donor. He made friends easily, and was a gentle and loving spirit.
Jim leaves behind his fiancé and companion of 33 years Donna Kukielka, her daughter Angi(Jorge)Meza Columbia Heights Mn, His son, Jared(Nicole Cardinal) Burger, granddaughters Kendal, and Carly Rae, Rosemount Mn. Brother Bob(Pamela)Peterson, Kronenwetter, WI. and sister Judy Holm, Chippewa Falls.
Per Jim’s wishes a private family service will be held.

DELL F. PEISSIG

Dell F. Peissig, 65, passed away Wednesday, November 25th, 2015 at his residence in Curtiss, WI.
Dell was born on July 8th, 1950 to Clifford and Ramona Peissig. He married Mary Josephine Schreiner in Stetsonville, WI on July 3rd, 1971. She survives.
Dell is survived by his children: Jessie (Nigel Gomez) Peissig of Fullerton, CA, Erik (Lovey Walker) Peissig of St. Paul. MN, and Ryan (Laura) Peissig of Oshkosh, WI.
Dell is also survived by his grandchildren: Rio and Iva Peissig Gomez, Emmalynne Peissig, and River Peissig.
Dell graduated from Medford High School in 1968. He was drafted into the US Army in 1970 and served during the Vietnam War until 1971. During his service he was a chauffeur for the Pentagon. After he was discharged from the military, he returned to Dorchester, WI and worked at Marathon Cheese in Medford, WI until 1980. Dell and Mary then farmed outside of Curtiss until 1991. He then worked at All Metal Stamping until he retired in 2012.
Dell was a highly skilled carpenter and builder. He also enjoyed traveling, making trips to the western United States numerous times, Canada, and Trinidad and Tobago. Dell was also an avid hunter and appreciated being out in nature. Most of all he loved spending time with his friends and family. He was a kind and loving person who lived life to the fullest, and he will be dearly missed.
Hemer Funeral Service was entrusted with arrangements. Cremation rites have been accorded.

BONITA “BONNIE” L. HEIER GILLES

NAME OF DECEASED: BONITA “BONNIE” L. HEIER GILLES AGE: 82

ADDRESS: W3222 State Hwy 64, Medford; A Township of Browning resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:45 AM Wednesday, November 25 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield where she had been a patient for the past 6 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Saturday, November 28 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Michael Hayden

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, November 28 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 10, 1933 at Medford

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Elementary School, Medford and attended Medford High School

MARRIAGE: February 11, 1953 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Kenneth “Ken” C. Gilles and he survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: In her early years she worked at Milwaukee Master Lock Co. After her marriage, they farmed in the Town of Browning for many years. While farming, she also worked at Medford Laundry, Marathon Cheese and in the laundry dept. at Memorial Hospital, Medford until retirement. She dedicated her life to loving the Lord, her husband and her children. She had unending patience, unwavering kindness & vast amounts of love for her family. Nobody ever went without a kiss, a hug or an “I love you” either in person or over the phone, She was always there as our rock no matter how turbulent the storm or how hilarious the situation. She was the best cook with the ability to take hardly anything and make it into the best meal. She made homemade bread, baked dozens of raised donuts, cookies, fruit cakes & candy. Christmas was her favorite time of the year. She had a wonderful sense of humor and always a smile on her face. She enjoyed music, playing piano, cooking, baking, playing cards, going for rides, spending time with her children & grand-children.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Kenneth “Ken” C. Gilles of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Deb May of Wausau, Ken (Rose) of Medford, Peggy (Ken) Lichtl of Medford, Kelly (Mark) Schmitz of Spencer, Patrick (Darla) of Medford, Susan (Mark) Staab of Marshfield, Tamara Bansemer of Wausau, Todd of Medford, Amy Jo (La Vern) Hahn of Medford & Lee of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son - Timothy in 1977; Grandsons – Jeremy Lichtl in 1982, Joshua Schmitz in 2006, Abe Gilles in 2011

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 17 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 14 with one more due in March of 2016

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Jenine Cullen of Sheboygan; Brothers – John (Betty) Heier of Medford & Galen (Joann) Heier of Waupaca

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister – Carol Armbrust

DECEASED FATHER: John Heier, Jr. DECEASED MOTHER: Eunice Winchell

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons – Rob May, Kyle Czerniak, Eric Staab, Nicholas Schmitz, Ryan & Travis Gilles

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You can be a rich person but you are the poorest in the land if you don't have your beloved mother to clasp your hand.

Her smile is gone forever, her hands will bake no more, still we have such sweet memories of the one we loved so much.

These memories are in our keeping so we'll never be apart.

God has her in His kingdom, but we have her in our hearts.

So you, who have a mother, cherish her with care, for you will never know the heartache until she is no longer there.

RICHARD LEE PECHE

Richard Lee Peche
Richard L. Peche, 73, died Saturday, November 21, 2015 at Wellbrooke of Westfield, Westfield IN, after a courageous yearlong battle with cancer. He was born May 29, 1942, to Edwin and Margaret (Johnson) Peche in Marshfield, WI. While his father was off at war in the South Pacific, he and his mother lived with his grandparents on their farms, which sparked his lifelong interest in farming.
Upon his father’s return from WWII, his family moved to Medford, WI, where he attended Immanuel Lutheran School and Medford High School. During high school, he worked on a mink ranch and also for his uncle’s construction business. After graduation, Richard joined the Air Force and was stationed in Texas and Germany. He travelled throughout Europe during the 3 years he was there and always talked of those days fondly. It was in Germany that he bought his first VW Beetle, and brought it home with him to the States. He continued to drive Volkswagens for decades.
After being discharged from the Air Force, Richard worked at the Chrysler Motors plant in Belvidere, IL. He married Karen Ulczycki of Rib Lake in 1967, and in 1970 they moved back to the Medford area and bought a farm in Goodrich. He attended agri-business classes thru NCTI, and continued farming most of his life. After he quit farming, he moved to the Withee area and drove for the Amish community.
Richard is survived by his daughter Julaine (Rick) Santiago of Westfield IN, and one brother, William, of Hartland, WI. He is also survived by 2 grandsons, Justin and Joshua Santiago. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be held from 1:30pm until the time of services on Friday, November 27 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford. The funeral will begin at 3:00pm with Pastor Dan Esterline, Sr., officiating. The Medford Area Military Honors Team will perform military rites and interment will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Nephew Scott Hill, Minong, WI, will serve as urn bearer.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to his family to be designated at a later date.
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements.

MARLENE J. WITKOWSKI

NAME OF DECEASED: MARLENE J. WITKOWSKI

AGE: 77

ADDRESS: 155 E. Davlin St. Gilman, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at Deerview Meadows in Medford, where she had been a resident for the past 1 week under the care of Hope Hospice.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the Gilman Senior Center in Gilman

OFFICIATING: Chaplain Jim Allard of Hope Hospice

INTERMENT: Internment of her cremains will take place at a later date.

VISITATION: 1:00 P.M. Until 3:00 P.M. Saturday, November 28, 2015 at the Gilman Senior Center in Gilman

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: Marlene was born on January 29, 1938 in Chicago, IL
MARLENE J. WITKOWSKI

EDUCATION: Marlene attended Bowen High School in Chicago, IL

MARRIAGE: On August 11, 1962 in Chicago, IL Marlene married the love of her life, Robert Witkowski and he preceded her in death on November 28, 2012

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After high school Marlene worked as a clerk for RR Donely & Sons in Chicago, IL for a period of time. She then moved to Glenwood IL where she worked at the Brookwood School District 167 from 1978-1981. in 1981 Marlene moved her family to Hannibal, WI where they bought the Hunter's Lodge Tavern and she managed it from 1981 until 1987 when she retired to care for her husband. She enjoyed playing cards with her best friends at the Gilman Senior Center. Marlene loved crafting, nature, landscaping and finding joy and beauty in small things, especially nature.

SURVIVING DAUGHTER: Suzanne (Timothy “TJ”) Weibel of Gilman

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2: Mariah Weibel of Green Bay & Erik Weibel of Gilman

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Barbara Davis of Richmond, British Colombia, Canada, Ronald Stake Sr. (Diane) of Winfield, TX, Mary Stake – Hawker of St. Lois, MO and Richard (Sue) Stake of Merriville, IN

DECEASED FATHER: Peter Stake

DECEASED MOTHER: Mary Kups

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Marlene's name to woundedwarriorsfund.org
Marlene has donated her body to medical research through Med Cure of Portland OR
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake assisted the family with arrangements
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GENE D. EHLERT

NAME OF DECEASED: GENE D. EHLERT AGE: 67

ADDRESS: N2244 Cardinal Drive, Medford; A Township of Little Black resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 6:45 AM Wednesday, November 18 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau where he had resided for the past 5 days following a courageous 6 year battle with cancer that was a result of exposure to Agent Orange during his military service in Vietnam.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 24 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will also be military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Rev. James LeMaster

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery, King, WI on Wednesday, November 25

VISITATION: 5-7 PM on Monday, November 23 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford and also from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, November 24

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 18, 1947 at the Township of Taft, Taylor County

EDUCATION: Medford elementary schools and was a 1966 graduate of Medford High School. Following his service in Vietnam, he earned an Associate’s Degree in diesel mechanics from Northeast Technical College in Sturgeon Bay, WI. In 1994 he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in mathematics from UW-Stevens Point and later completed his Masters of Education in secondary education from Viterbo University in La Crosse.

MARRIAGE: June 20, 1970 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville to Jayne E. Boxrucker and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: He was a US Army veteran of the Vietnam War. After the service, he drove truck and worked as a diesel mechanic for Tombstone Pizza Corp. for periods of time. After he finished his education, he taught school at the Medford Area Middle School and Medford Area High School until June of 2010 when ill health forced his retirement. He enjoyed traveling out West, hunting, camping, spending time with his grandchildren and anything outdoors.

MEMBER OF: Christian Bible Fellowship of Stetsonville

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Jayne E. Ehlert of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Trisha (Micheal) Houle, Christopher (Tiffany) Ehlert, Timothy (Christy) Ehlert, Elizabeth (Paul) Landmann & Jacob (Cathy) Ehlert

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 14

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: 3 Sisters

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother – Edna Krohn of Medford; Mother/Father-in-law: Marge & Windy Boxrucker of Stetsonville

DECEASED FATHER: George Ehlert

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the Military Working Dog Tribute, C/O The High Ground Veterans Memorial, 7031 Ridge Road, Neillsville, WI 54456
-Lunch to follow the Tuesday service will be at RJ Stockwell Auction, south of Stetsonville on Highway 13
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LEROY H. THIEME

NAME OF DECEASED
LEROY H. THIEME
AGE: 77

ADDRESS: W2581 County Highway M, Medford; Township of Greenwood Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:24 A.M. Tuesday, November 17 at the Aspirus Medford Hospital where he was taken earlier by ambulance

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

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 19, 1938 in Medford

EDUCATION: Graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: October 8, 1960 at St. Peter Church in Stratford to Shirley A. Hahn and she preceded in death on August 5, 2013

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: He worked for Simplicity Manufacturing in Port Washington for 8 years. The Medford Feed Store for a period of time. He then worked at Merrill Manufacturing and then drove truck for various companies until his retirement. He enjoyed flying his Ultra-Light Airplane and riding his Harley for many years. He also enjoyed country music where he had his own band called the Lonesome Two with Myron Peche, playing rhythm guitar and lead singer. Leroy built a cabin for his wife, Shirley where they lived for 20 years.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: 2 Daughters: Candy (Ed) Parks of Athens and Kim (Jon) Lanius of Rib Lake

SURVIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Anna (Todd) Bowholtz of Stevens Point, Aaron (Rachel) Parks of Stetsonville, Amanda (Significant other Jeremiah Tietz) Parks of Wausau, Matthew Parks of Medford, Ashley (Jeremia) Nowak of Curtiss, Courtney (James) Cook of Rib Lake

8 GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN

SURVIVING BROTHER: Clarence Thieme of Abbotsford
Also survived by Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives and Friends

SISTER DECEASED: Gloriette Peche

DECEASED FATHER: Arthur W. Thieme

DECEASED MOTHER: Dorothea M. Thieme (Maiden Name: Lissner)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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HERBERT “HERB” J. BRANDNER

NAME OF DECEASED: HERBERT “HERB” J. BRANDNER

AGE: 102

ADDRESS: Country Gardens in Medford, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 1:40 P.M. Thursday, November 12, 2015 at Aspirus Nursing and Rehab surrounded by his loving family

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Friday, November 20, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford with military honors performed by the Medford Klossner-Dietzler VFW Post #5729 Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at a later date in Medford Evergreen I Cemetery in Medford

VISITATION: 10:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, November 20, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: May 20, 1913 in Whittlesey

EDUCATION: Herb attended Whittlesey primary school and then attended U.W. Eau Claire and U.W. Madison

MARRIAGE: On February 22, 1941 in Wisconsin, Herb married the love of his life, Elinora H. Frey and she survives.

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: In 1954, Herb moved his family to Bellingham, WA where he started his career as an electrician. He then moved to Ketchikan, AK in 1957 until moving to Sitka, AK in 1959 where they lived for 31 years until he retired from Alaska Lumber & Pulp. After his retirement, Herb moved back to Bellingham, WA where they bought a motorhome and traveled all over the U.S., Canada and Mexico with their family and Alaskan friends and returned every summer to Medford. When they stopped traveling in 1999, they moved to Phoenix, AZ until 2009 when they returned to Medford and settled at Country Gardens. Herb was known as a jack of all trades and master of most since he was always tinkering with things in his shop and could be counted on to have one project or another going. He enjoyed reading, spending time with his family and friends and he loved to travel. When he returned to Medford, Herb would volunteer at the Medford Area Schools where he would share his stories with the kids about his travels.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Knights of Columbus, IBEW, and a lifetime member of the Elks Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Elinora H. Brandner of Medford

SURVIVING SON: Dale (Charmaine) Brandner of Whitmore Lake, MI

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Raymond Brandner of Medford, Rosemary (Bob) Werner of Whittlesey, Anna Packenham of Rib Lake & Rock Brandner of Milwaukee
Sisters-in-law: Barbara Brandner & Rita Brandner both of Medford

Herb is further survived by too many nieces and nephews to count.


BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers: Carl, John, Roman & Ralph Brandner, Sisters: Catherine Lamberty, Thecla Oestrich & Ida Scott

DECEASED FATHER: Carl Brandner

DECEASED MOTHER: Kunigunde Lizner

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Herb’s name to Holy Rosary Catholic School in Medford.
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake are assisting the family with arrangements.
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HARRIET A. KETELHUT

NAME OF DECEASED: HARRIET A. KETELHUT

AGE: 91

ADDRESS: Cedar Lane Apartments in Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 11:40 P.M. Saturday, November 7, 2015 at Aspirus Nursing and Rehab in Medford surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice.

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

OFFICIATING: Pastor Mary Jo Laabs

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 10, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford with a 7:00 P.M. Order of the Eastern Star Service. Also from 10:00 A.M. until time of services on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at Community United Church of Christ in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 22, 1924 in Chatfield, Minnesota

EDUCATION: Harriet attended Westboro Area Elementary and graduated from Medford Area High School

MARRIAGE: On December 5, 1942 in Medford, Harriet married the love of her life, Leslie R. Ketelhut and he preceded her in death on April 17, 1987

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Harriet was a waitress at the Black Bear Inn in Medford where she met her husband. After her marriage, she was a loving mother to 5 children. Harriet worked as a clerk for various businesses in the Medford area before settling as a clerk for Hoffman Ben Franklin for 30 years until ill health forced her retirement. Harriet enjoyed spending time with her family at the cottage on Lake Esadore where she loved to bake and cook for her family and friends and where she taught herself, along with her children and grandchildren to swim. She enjoyed various crafts, scrap booking, traveling with family and friends and participating in her grandchildren's activities. Harriet loved popcorn and was also an avid Green Bay Packer fan.

MEMBER OF: Community United Church of Christ in Medford since 1942, Order of the Eastern Star, Esadore Area Lake Association, Community United Church of Christ Women's Guild and Candle Light Circle and the Royal Neighbors

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Bev (Jim) Weister of Marshfield, Larry (Diann) Ketelhut of Commerce City, CO, Jack (Sally) Ketelhut of Medford, Cheryl Ketelhut of Medford and Scott C. Ketelhut of Fond du Lac

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 12 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 18

DECEASED FATHER: Marvin Bolles

DECEASED MOTHER: Maud Peckham

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be given to Harriet’s family to be designated at a later date to United Church of Christ of Medford, Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice and Esadore Lake Association.
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ELDON W. HALL

Eldon Hall, 88, left this earth for his heavenly home on Thursday, November 5, 2015.
Born January 21, 1927, in Medford, the youngest child of William Emory and Lucy Pearl (Buchanan) Hall, he was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Mildred Bartelt, Orville Hall, and Doris Mikul.
After graduating from Medford High School, Eldon spent several years traveling out West working on farms. Returning to Medford, he owned and operated a dairy farm and repaired small engines. He married Mildred Alice DeBoer in 1951. After the birth of his first two daughters, he stopped farming and came to Medford and worked at a service station. He quickly left that to become an entrepreneur, owning and operating his own businesses including: Hall Distributing Company, Hall of Frames, Aimm Ad Agency, Mil-Don Manufacturing Company, Hall Sales & Service, Hall's Monument Co., Hall Made Manufacturing Company, and Manufacturer's Supply.
He not only took pride in his business and family, he enjoyed the friends he made and was an active lifelong member of the Medford community. He was involved in the initial assessment of land that would later become Camp Forest Springs. Eldon served on the Medford School Board and was a charter member of First Baptist Church, Medford, serving in numerous capacities.
Eldon loved his surviving wife Mildred of 64 years, his seven children Cheryl (Ron) Cathey, Susan Hall, who preceded him in death, Bill (Sandy) Hall, Sandra (Leon) Youngblood, Kurt (Barb) Hall, Cindy (Joseph) Harrison, Dan Hall, two foster children, Cindy (Mike) Gibson, Craig (Mary) Hillegas, his 22 grandchildren and his 14 great-grandchildren. He enjoyed traveling, reading, gardening, bird-watching and meeting people. He had a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, and wanted everyone he met to know his Lord.

Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church, Medford, 670 West Broadway, Monday, November 9, 6:00 – 8:00 PM and November 10, 9:00 AM until time of service. The funeral service will held Tuesday, November 10, 2015, 10:30 AM also at First Baptist Church, with Pastor Brian Wipf officiating. Interment will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Lunch will be served after the service at the church. Grandchildren will be serving as pallbearers.

The family wishes memorials or gifts in honor of Eldon Hall and in lieu of flowers be designated to Forest Springs, Inc., N8890 Forest Lane, Westboro, WI 54490 or First Baptist Church Building Fund, 670 West Broadway, Medford, WI 54451.

EMIL C. PAUR

Emil C. Paur, 88, died Thursday, November 5, 2015, at his home surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice, according to his wishes of dying on the farm where he was born. Emil was born July 22, 1927, to John Jr. & Anna (Widmer) Paur in the farmhouse in the Town of Browning, near Gad, in Medford, WI. Emil attended Cloverdale Grade School & graduated from Medford High School class of 1944.
He was a life-long farmer, and even drove milk can truck route before having his driver’s license. He also worked for Widmer and Sons Construction for a number of years. He was a life-long resident of the Town of Browning except for a brief time when he worked for his brother-in-law on a farm in Illinois. He returned to Medford to assist his father John Paur with the family dairy farm, eventually taking over the farm completely and adding to it through the years. On June 12, 1948, Emil married Gladys E. Brecke and together they raised 6 children. He was an active member of the Farmers Union, Medford Cooperative, Taylor County Credit Union, and Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville. He enjoyed playing baseball with the Gad team, watching the Green Bay Packers and baseball, and snowmobiling. He was known for his knowledge of trees, and in his retirement, enjoyed cutting and selling firewood.
Emil is survived by his wife of 67 years, Gladys, children Starla (Jerry) Siegmann of Milwaukee, Bryan (Carol) Paur of Menomonie, WI, Mitchell Paur of Medford, Jill (David) Smith of Medford, Leslie (Carol) Paur of Delavan, and Cynthia (Mark) Wierschke of West Salem, WI. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and one sister Helen Hirsch of Delavan, WI. He was preceded in death by his sisters Margaret Loertscher and Lydia Loertscher.
Visitation will be held from 4:30 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Sunday, November 8 at the Hemer Funeral Home, Medford and also 10:00 A.M. until 10:50 A.M. Monday, November 9 at the Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville. Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, November 9 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville with Rev. James Babler officiating with burial to take place in Medford Evergreen Cemetery, Medford. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers; Tyler and Brayden Paur, Adam Smith, Josh, Connor and Zach Wierschke.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Emil’s family to be designated at a later date
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JOHN E. REINHARDT

NAME OF DECEASED: JOHN EDWARD REINHARDT AGE: 97

ADDRESS: 509 Lemke Avenue, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Deerview Assisted Living, Monday November 2, 2015 at 5:15 AM.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM, Friday November 6, 2015 at Woodland Community Church in Westboro.

OFFICIATING: Rev. Len Robinson

INTERMENT OF CREMATED REMAINS: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake, WI at a later date.

VISITATION: 10:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM, Friday November 6, 2015 at Woodland Baptist Church in Westboro.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 24, 1918 in Rib Lake, WI.

EDUCATION: Graduated from Rib Lake High School.

MARRIAGE: Married to Mae Anderson, whom preceded him death, and married to Inez Vanucha, whom also preceded him in death.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: John served in the United States Air Force as an engine mechanic and flight line crew chief on bomber aircraft during World War II, serving in the Europe and African theaters. Following his military career, he then worked for Weather Shield in their Specialty department. John attended Woodland Baptist Church in Westboro. He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He will be remembered by his practicality in all situations, giving him the nick name “Practical John.”


SURVIVING CHILDREN: Step Son; Marvin ( Milca) Anderson of Ayacucho, Peru.

SIBLINGS: Gerald (Rita) Reinhardt of Rib Lake, Dorothy Koch of Wisconsin Rapids, and Irene Vlach of Marshfield.

AND SEVERAL GRANDCHIDLREN, NIECES AND NEPHEWS

SISTERS DECEASED: Marie Hall and Marcie Durand

AND SEVERAL GRANDCHIDLREN, NIECES AND NEPHEWS

DECEASED FATHER: John Reinhardt DECEASED MOTHER: Caroline Pahorski


OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of John may be made to Woodland Community Church.