LES T. HIRT

NAME OF DECEASED: LES T. HIRT AGE: 88

ADDRESS: 321 E. Allman, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:56 PM Thursday, April 27 at his residence in the City of Medford under the loving care of his family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, May 1 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, May 1

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: July 28, 1928 at Medford

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford and was a 1946 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: February 18, 1950 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Mary Lou Brecke and she preceded him in death August 14, 1998

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: During high school, he worked for Peter Bootzin Feed Mill. After his education, he worked as a supervisor at Rib Lake Cheese and as a cheese grader at Wagner Cheese in Weyauwega. He and Gene Gebert owned & operated Wisconsin House of Cheese, a cheese mail order business for a period of time. In 1958, he began a career in insurance, retiring in 1990 from Les Hirt American Family Insurance Agency. Les was instrumental in building Memorial Hospital of Taylor County & recruited new doctors to come work in Medford. He also was a founding board member of the former Medford National Bank. He served as a Taylor County deputy coroner for a period of years. In 1974, he received the Medford Chamber “Man of the Year Award”.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford where he ushered for 65 years; 25year member of the Medford Volunteer Fire Department; Medford Catholic Knights of Columbus

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Mary Lynn (Marc) Kleist, Jeannie (Ed) Hemmer, Carol (Pat) Chariton & Dan (Randi) Hirt all of Medford & Debbie (Jim) Gutknecht of Marinette

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 10 – Marcus (Kelly) Kleist, Shawna (Mike) Rau, Sarah (Rusty) Herman, Megan (Jason) Hemmer, Nicole (Dave) Holtz, Eric Gutknecht, Chelsey (Brandon) Simon, Ashley Borman, Erin & Kelli Hirt GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 13

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Joan Ness of Medford, Rita Jakel of Barron
Sister-in-law: La Nae Werner of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Patty George

DECEASED FATHER: Louis Hirt DECEASED MOTHER: Clara Josephine (Gruny) Hirt

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons – Marcus Kleist & Eric Gutknecht; Great Grandsons – Josh & Jake Rau, Riley & Carson Kleist

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to Hope Hospice of Medford
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HILDA L. DUMS

NAME OF DECEASED: HILDA L. DUMS AGE: 85

ADDRESS: N6642 Sugarbush Road, Rib Lake; A Township of Greenwood resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 4:25 AM Thursday, April 20 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield where she had been a patient for the past 3 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 26 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: St. Ann’s Cemetery, Township of Greenwood

VISITATION: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake from 4 – 7 PM on Tuesday, April 25 where there will be a 7 PM Catholic rosary service held that evening; and also from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 26

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 19, 1931 at the Township of Hammel

EDUCATION: Town of Hammel elementary grade school

MARRIAGE: June 14, 1958 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Town of Greenwood to Bernard H. Dums and he preceded her in death December 19, 2008

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Hilda grew up on the family farm in the Town of Hammel for 15 years and then moved to another farm in the Town of Molitor where she worked as janitor of the Pine Tree School for 10 years. She then met the love of her life, Bernard Dums. They operated a dairy farm in the Town of Greenwood and raised Christmas trees in the Rib Lake area for a period of years. She loved gardening, cooking, making wreaths, polka music and just staying at home with her family.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake, Chelsea Conservation Club and Historic St. Ann’s

SURVIVING CHILDREN: George Dums of Rib Lake & Judy (Daniel) Akin of Marshfield

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2 – Jacob & Chelsea Akin both of Marshfield

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters – Louise Ogle of Ladysmith & Loretta (Robert) Schoechert of Wisconsin Rapids; Brother-in-law: John (Mary) Dums of Rib Lake; Sisters-in-law: Helen & Marcella Dums both of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sisters – Irene Royce & Carol Kreuscher; Brother – Junior Kreuscher

DECEASED FATHER: Herman Kreuscher DECEASED MOTHER: Lena (Homann) Kreuscher

PALLBEARERS: Michael Czerniak, Andrew Dums, David Dums, Robert Judnic, Karl Kreuscher, and David Roder

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by many Nieces, Nephews and friends
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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MELVIN W. "MEPS" RUESCH

Melvin W. “Meps” Ruesch, 99, of Medford passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 14, 1918 to August and Ida Ruesch in Medford. He was a graduate of Medford High School. After his education he went on to own and operate West Side Grocery in Medford for 27 years. He later worked at Weather Shield until his retirement.
Melvin was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, an active member of Knights of Columbus, past member and officer of Wisconsin Timberline Beagle Club, and past member of Northern Michigan Hare Association.

He will be best remembered for his generosity and for doing one good deed every day.

Melvin is survived by two sons Jay (Jean) Ruesch of Medford and Lee (Bonnie) Ruesch of Rogers, AK; three daughters Mary (Barry Brusseau) Ruesch of Wausau, Lynn (George) Ruesch of Hayward, and Fay Ruesch of Elkhorn; 9 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Melvin is preceded in death by his wife Geraldine “Jerrie” Ruesch, two grandsons Douglas Ruesch and Mitchell Steindl 7 brothers, and 1 sister.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Melvin will take place on Monday, April 24 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 11:30 AM with Father Phil Juza officiating. Burial at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery will follow. Visitation will take place on Monday, April 24 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Melvin’s name may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic Church or Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

ELLA G. HOMMEL

Ella G. Hommel, 92, of Medford, passed away on Monday April 17, 2017 at Aspirus Medford Hospital.
Ella was born February 15, 1925 in Medford to William and Gertrude (Zastrow) Ramm. She married Roman A. Hommel Jr. on November 6, 1946. Roman preceded her in death January 13, 1989.
She is survived by her Children: Dean (Sharon) Hommel of Medford, Mary (Paul) Tishim of Marshfield, Mark (DeAnn) Hommel of Westboro, Granddaughter: Sydney Tishim of Madison, Sisters: Betty Zueleger of Medford, and Joyce Ramm of Merrill, and numerous Nieces and Nephews.
Ella is further preceded in death by her Parents, and Siblings: Ferdinand, Clarence and Ruth.
Ella worked at Weather Shield Windows in the Assembly Division, and retired from there in 1985. She was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, and was active in the Homemakers Group and the Catholic Order of Foresters. She enjoyed attending dinners and socials at church, and traveling. Ella loved attending parades, and spending time with her family.
Ella was also a member of the Chelsea Conservation Club for over 40 years where she served as an officer and the Tops Club. She volunteered with the 4H Club, and was a driver for Meal on Wheels.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 12 Noon on Thursday April 20, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Father Phil Juza will officiate. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ronald Zuleger, Ralph Zuleger, Neal Zuleger, Kevin Zuleger, Ray Ramm, Donald Ramm, Alvin Ramm, Joe Korth. Visitation will be held at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, on Wednesday April 19, 2017 from 4- 7:00 PM, with a Rosary Service at 7:00 PM. Visitation will resume Thursday at Holy Rosary Church from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 12 Noon.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donation in honor of Ella can be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

PETER MATYKA

NAME OF DECEASED: PETER MATYKA AGE: 86

ADDRESS: W3462 Trout Avenue, Rib Lake, WI; A Township of Greenwood resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 1:58 PM, Saturday, April 15 at Our House Assisted Living, Medford where he had resided for the past 10 weeks most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 19 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: St. Ann’s Cemetery, Township of Greenwood where there will also be graveside military rites performed by the Rib Lake American Legion military honors team

VISITATION: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake from 4-7:30 PM on Tuesday, April 18 where there will be a 7:30 PM Catholic rosary service held that evening, and also at church from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Wednesday, April 19

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 29, 1930 in the Township of Greenwood

EDUCATION: Highland Elementary School, Town of Greenwood & was a 1948 graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: September 12, 1959 at Fussville, WI to Bernice M. Claas

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he entered the US Army and served from 1951-1953 during the Korean War. After the military, he moved to Milwaukee and worked at Allis Chalmers, Hillcrest Garage, International Harvester & American Motors for periods of time. In 1962, they moved to the Town of Greenwood to work the family farm with his brother. He farmed there until his retirement in 2004. In retirement, he continued to help with work on the family farm. He enjoyed driving tractor, tinkering on tractors, fishing and hunting.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake & the Rib Lake American Legion

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Bernice Matyka of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Christine (David) Wille of Chelsea, Cheryl (Dan) Graumann of Rib Lake, Donna (Leon) Long of Rib Lake, Gerald (Joan) Matyka of Rib Lake, Mark (Sara) Matyka of Rib Lake, Melissa (Allen) Thums of Weston

CHILDREN DECEASED: Grandson – Timothy Long

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 15 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 7

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Charlie Matyka of Rib Lake, Lucy (Marvin) Liske of Medford, Paul Matyka of Rib Lake

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Joseph, Jim, John, Frank Matyka; Sisters – Agnes Maager, Elizabeth Gauger, Sister Catherine Matyka, Annie Erl & baby Mary in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Joseph Matyka DECEASED MOTHER: Agnes Matyka

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren – Jason Wille, Nathan Long, Patrick & Kyle Matyka, Katie Switlick, Justin Thums

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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DELORES A. KAUDY

Delores A. Kaudy, 90, of Stetsonville passed away on Thursday, April 13 at the Clark County Health Care Center. She was born on March 20, 1927 to Frank and Marie (Mary) Orlikowski in Bevent, WI. She attended grade school in Bevent, WI where she also completed high school. She married Jack Kaudy on May 17, 1948 in Baraboo, WI. Delores was a housewife for many years. Along with her husband, she managed the family mink ranch until 1972. She later went on to work at Marathon Cheese until her retirement.

In her spare time Delores enjoyed spending time with her family at home and at their cabin on Hulls Lake, embroidery, bowling, her flower gardens, reading, refinishing furniture, and shopping. Delores loved her dogs Abby & Sadie. She was a member of Ladies Aid at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Delores also loved celebrating her birthdays with her daughters at Phil and Eleanor’s Steakhouse.

Delores is survived by her husband, Jack; children, Mary Wojtowicz of Roseville, MN, Diane Dittrich of Westboro, Jeanette Kaudy of Marshfield, Jim (Sue) Kaudy of Hewitt, and Susie Hubbard of Medford; 11 grandchildren, Jessica, Amy, Kelly, Lindsey, Lisa, Wendy, Angie, Shelby, JD (Bud), Carly, & Maxwell; 7 great-grandchildren, Grace, Tommy, Jack, Keegan, Lily, Spencer & Ava.

Delores is preceded in death by her parents; daughter Jane Kaudy Marx in 2010; brother, Robert Orlikowski; sisters Alma & MaryJane Orlikowski.

A memorial mass for Delores will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday April 21 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father Phil Juza & Deacon Bryan Hilts officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. A Rosary Service will take place on Friday, April 21 at Holy Rosary at 9:30 AM, and visitation will follow until the time of services at 11:00 AM.

The family would like to send a special thank you to the 2 east staff of Clark County Health Care Center and staff of Hope Hospice Palliative Care for the care and compassion shown towards Delores.

Memorial donations may be made to the family for a future designation.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

ROSEANN M. WAGNER

NAME OF DECEASED: ROSEANN M. WAGNER AGE: 89

ADDRESS: W12445 State Hwy 64, Withee, WI 54498; A Township of Roosevelt resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 8:40 AM on Wednesday, April 12 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids where she had been a patient for 1 day

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 18 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Lublin

OFFICIATING: Father Madanu Lourdu Raju

INTERMENT: St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery, Lublin

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Monday, April 17 where there will be a 7:00 PM Catholic prayer service held that evening and also from 9 AM until the time of services at 10 AM on Tuesday, April 18 at the church in Lublin

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 8, 1928 at Hammond, Indiana

EDUCATION: Clark Elementary School and was a graduate of Clark High School, Whiting, IN

MARRIAGE: 1st: In 1945 at Chicago, IL to Eugene Kaminski and they were later divorced; 2nd: in 1967 at Mishawaka, IN to Wayne Wagner and they were later divorced

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: She worked at Eastman Kodak Co. for 30 years in Chicago. Moved to the Town of Roosevelt in 1973 where they farmed for a period of years. She worked for Indianhead Action Agency in Medford and also at McDonald’s in Medford for periods of time until ill health. She enjoyed flower gardening and taking pictures.
Roseann was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved fiercely and would do anything for her family. She loved to have her family, children, grandchildren & friends gather at the farm to grill out or camp out back by Diamond Lake.

MEMBER OF: St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Lublin

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Paul Kaminski of Chippewa Falls, Richard (Staci Sparks) Wagner of Chippewa Falls, Bill Wagner of Nekoosa, Vicky (Brent) Stewart of Thorp, Laurie (Kevin) Danen of Eau Claire

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 10 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 2

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Donald (Jeanne) Zelen of Portland, OR

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister - Lola Bardozi

DECEASED FATHER: John Zeleznik DECEASED MOTHER: Rose (Oguzeli) Zeleznik

PALLBEARERS: Paul Kaminski, Richard & Bill Wagner, Kevin Danen, Brent Stewart, Jimmy Millikin

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GARY E. BERG

Gary Evar Berg, 66, of Ogema died Wednesday April 12, 2017, at the home he built, surrounded by his family, and under the care of Flambeau Health Hospice.

Gary was born in Medford on February 10, 1951 to Eugene and Estelle (Cummings) Berg. He served his country in the United States Army as an 82^nd Airborne Ranger,  on active duty from 1971-1973, and was in the Reserves until 1977. On June 17, 1988 Gary married Lois Gunderman at First Lutheran Church in Ogema.
Gary worked in Prentice for more than 40 years as a Production Welder for Omark, Blount and finally Caterprillar, where he retired from in 2015. He also served on the Ogema Volunteer Fire Department for 48 years, joining at the age of 18. Gary was an active member of the department up until the time of his passing. One of his favorite sayings was “You don’t retire from being a volunteer.” Gary was driven to serve his community. He was treasurer of the Ogema Fire Protection District for more than 20 years. He was also a member of the First Lutheran Church of Ogema.
Gary loved to be outdoors, and passed that love down to his sons. He enjoyed hunting deer and small game and loved to musky fish on the Jump River. He also enjoyed watching and feeding birds with his wife Lois, as they maintained multiple blue bird houses throughout their property.

Gary is survived by in life by his Wife: Lois of Ogema, two sons: Daniel (Ashley) and Jason, both of Ogema; two Granddaughters: Ahnalie and Lena; Mother: Estelle Cummings of  Medford, two Sisters: Karen (Gary) Westberg, and Pat Bahr, both of Ogema.

He is preceded in death by his Father Eugene, and Brother Michael.

Memorial Services for Gary will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday April 22, 2017 at First Lutheran Church in Ogema. Rev. Dr. Bob Giese will officiate. Burial of cremated remains will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Ogema. Visitation will be held at First Lutheran Church, Saturday April 22, 2017 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Gary can be given to the Ogema Volunteer Fire Company or First Lutheran Church of Ogema.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

 

STELLA KNOTEK

Stella Knotek, 91, of Rib Lake passed away on Tuesday, April 11 at the Rib Lake Healthcare Center. Stella was born on June 14, 1925 to Peter and Anna Cudo in Columbia Heights, MN. After her education she worked at Brooks Upholstery in Minneapolis. On December 9, 1950 she married Louis J. Knotek. After her marriage Stella and Louis relocated to Rib Lake, where they farmed for many years. She also worked at Gem Products for many years.

Stella was a past member of St. Johns the Baptist Catholic Church Christian Mothers. In her spare time she enjoyed gardening, farming, and visiting with her nieces and nephews.

Stella is survived by many nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.

Stella is preceded in death by her parents, husband Louis on March 11, 1974, two sisters, and four brothers.

Private graveside services for Stella will be held at a later date.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

ELIZABETH R. SCHILLING

Elizabeth R. Schilling, 94, of Medford, passed away Tuesday April 11, 2017 at Aspirus Medford Hospital.
Elizabeth was born February 22, 1923 in Prentice, WI to John and Mary (Deutsch) Weinzatl. She is a graduate of Prentice High School. She married Edward Schilling on May 20, 1948 in Nashua, IA. Edward precedes her in death.
She is survived by 5 Daughters: Mary (Edwin) Laher, Jean (Wesley) Singleton both of Medford, Kathy (Edward) Graff of Stetsonville, Grace (Pat) Tischendorf of Dorchester, Elizabeth (Doug) Acker of Marathon, 6 Sons: Jim, Dan both of Stetsonville, Paul (Cindy), Steve (Lori) both of Medford, Ken (Brenda) of Rib Lake, Tom (Linda) of Medford, 23 Grandchildren, 33, Great Grandchildren, Sister in Law Dorothy Rosenlof of Prentice and many nieces and nephews.
She is further preceded by her Parents, Son John Schilling, and 12 Brothers and Sisters.
Elizabeth and Edward farmed in Westboro, while she raised her children. She then went on to work at Gem Products in Rib Lake, and retired from there in 1985. She enjoyed playing bingo, crocheting, completing word searchs and reading. She also loved to make quilts, and made one for every one of her grandchildren. She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and never let them leave a visit without a treat.
Elizabeth was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, and was active in the Women’s Circle.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday April 17, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Father Phil Juza will officiate. A Rosary Service will take place at Holy Rosary at 9:30 AM, and visitation will follow until the time of services. Burial will be held in Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial donations in honor of Elizabeth Schilling can be given to her family, with designation at a later date.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

CORA MARIE NETZEL

NAME OF DECEASED: CORA MARIE NETZEL AGE: 73

ADDRESS: W2395 Stone Lake Drive, Ogema, WI 54459; A Township of Spirit resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced at 11:55 PM on Monday, April 3 at Sacred Heart Hospital, Eau Claire where she had been a patient for the past 2 months

VISITATION: A Memorial Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, April 8 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Guardian Angel Cemetery, Stevens Point, WI at a later time

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 15, 1943 at Juneau, Alaska

EDUCATION: Juneau, AK Graded Schools and attended Haines House Native School, Haines, Alaska

MARRIAGE: March 21, 1962 at Shawneetown, IL to Robert “Bob” C. Netzel

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Most of her life was spent as a housewife & mother while they resided in Wisconsin Rapids, Warrens & Stone Lake, WI. For the past 17 years, they have been residing in the Ogema area. For a period of time she worked in the deli at County Market in Medford. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, baking & entertaining. She also had a great love for birds and nature.

MEMBER OF: Tlingit Tribe of Alaska

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Robert “Bob” C. Netzel of Ogema

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Jan (Brian Jackson) Landowski of Sauk City, WI, Chester J. Netzel, II of Marshfield, Sharon M. (Lawrence) Van Asten of Waupaca, Kirt (Brenda Krause) Netzel of Wisconsin Rapids

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 - Justin, Dallas, Aubrey & Noah Borski, Autumn (Scott) Stachura & Ashley (Kyle) Bestul
GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 3 - Gabriel, Anden & Whitney Stachura

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters – Sally (Valentino) Burattin of Haines, AK & Jeanette Delfay of Yelm, Washington; Brothers – Edward Baker of Haines, AK & Jerry Baker of North Carolina

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Jay Baker, Joe Baker & Carl Baker, Jr. in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Carl Baker DECEASED MOTHER: Mary Jackson

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DANIEL P. NUERNBERGER

Daniel P. Nuernberger, 31, of Medford, passed away Tuesday April 4, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Palliative Care Unit.

Daniel was born June 6, 1985 in Marshfield to Paul and Linda (Dailey) Nuernberger.

He is survived by his Parents: Paul and Linda Nuernberger of Medford, Siblings: Jason and (Kimberlee) Nuernberger, Heather (Jeremy) Albers, and Elizabeth (Dan) Lavin, all of Medford, Grandmother June Walls of Medford, Nieces and Nephews: Kyle & Kasee (Brandon Mallo) Nicks, Cayden Nuernberger, Justin Nuernberger, Kala & Talan Albers, Morgan & Jordan Lavin, Great Nephew Grayson Mallo, Sponsors: Nancy Wycliffe, Sandy & Dave Maurer, and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

He is preceded in death by his Grandparents: Robert Dailey, Elmer & Goldie Nuernberger, Brother Eric Nuernberger, Aunts and Uncles: Kathy Meyers, Jan Dailey, Ellyn Paul, David Nuernberger and Marge Metz.

Daniel was a 2006 graduate of Medford Area Senior High. He worked with Black River Industries, Day Services. He enjoyed all things outdoors, especially birdwatching, watching wildlife, and going to parks and zoos. He loved to watch gameshows especially The Price is Right and Wheel of Fortune.

He was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, and was active in Sunday School.

Daniel loved his family, and enjoyed spending time with them.

Cremation rites have been accorded. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday April 8, 2017 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stetsonville. Pastor Richard Russow will officiate. Burial of cremated remains will follow at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held at church Saturday morning from 9 AM until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to Daniel’s family, for designation at a later date.

The family would like to send a special thank you to the staff of St. Rita’s Home in Mosinee, and to the Doctors and Nurses and St. Joseph’s Hospital, Palliative Care Unit for the excellent care and compassion shown for Daniel.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservices.com

HAROLD R. SCHLAIS

Harold R. Schlais, 93, of Medford passed away on Wednesday, March 29 in Abbotsford. Harold was born on January 22, 1924 to Lawrence Sr. and Ella Schlais in Medford. He attended Gad School in the Town of Bern and Medford High School.
After his education he tended bar at the Schlais Bar in the Town of Gad and then drove school bus for 10 years. Harold went on to own and operate Harold’s Bar in downtown Medford for 20 years. After selling the bar he went on to work at Weather Shield Mfg. as a maintenance man for 8 years until 2007.
Harold is survived by his sister, Marvel Jean (Merlin) Kobs of Spencer; brother, Galen (Grace) Schlais of Medford; sister-in-law, Margaret Schlais of Wausau, and many other nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.
In addition to his parents, Harold is preceded in death by his sister, Patricia Schlais; two brothers, Glendon Schlais and Lawrence Schlais, Jr., and sister-in-law Betty Schlais.
A memorial service for Harold will be held on Saturday, April 8 at 11:00 AM at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church with Pastor James Krueger officiating. Burial will be held at a later date. Visitation will take place at the church on Saturday April 8 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com