JUDITH A. KAYHART

Judith A. Kayhart, 52, of Rib Lake, passed away August 30, 2017 at her residence.
Cremation Rites have been accorded and no services will be held.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

JUDITH A. DUNKEL

Judith A. Dunkel, 74, of Rib Lake, passed away Wednesday August 30, 2017 at Rib Lake Health Center, and under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.
Judith was born July 4, 1943 in Medford to George and Minnie (Larson) Dunkel.
She is survived by her siblings: Vernon (Sandra) Dunkel of Rib Lake, Marlene Kulczyski of Grafton, Carol Zimdars of Suakville, and many nieces and nephews. Judith is preceded in death by her Parents, two Brothers: Donald and Kenneth Dunkel, three sisters: Mae Kelnhofer, Alva Kieth, and Marjorie Kelnhofer.
Judith enjoyed attending baseball games, watching football, picking berries and gardening. Her faith was very important to her, and loved attending church. She was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in the town of Greenwood.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday September 2, 2017 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Rev. James Babler will officiate. Burial will follow in the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held Saturday morning at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.
Memorial donations in honor of Judith can be given to her family, for 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

VIOLA O. EMMERICH

NAME OF DECEASED: VIOLA O. EMMERICH AGE: 100

ADDRESS: Clark County Rehab & Living Center, Owen; A former Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:15 AM Wednesday, August 30 at Clark Co. Rehab & Living Center, Owen where she had resided for the past 2 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, September 1 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor James Krueger

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, September 1

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 15, 1917 at Medford

EDUCATION: attended Medford area schools

MARRIAGE: June 2, 1945 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford to Arthur L. Emmerich and he preceded her in death on June 3, 1994

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: She clerked at the Medford A & P Store and the Medford Co-op Store for 25 years until her retirement. In her retirement, she worked at the Little Store in downtown Medford. She enjoyed fishing, camping, quilting, sewing, spending time at the cabin on Long Lake, and her grandchildren.

MEMBER OF: Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford and the Ladies of Immanuel

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Perry (Gloria) Emmerich of Medford, Ronda (Steve Axtman) Emmerich of Medford, Nona (Gene) Halopka of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 – Travis Emmerich, Tasha Hernandez, Chris (Larissa) Hartl, Tracy (Rick) Dowden, Shane (Tara) Halopka, Kerry (Samantha) Halopka GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 6

SISTERS DECEASED: Myrtle Emmerich, Pearl Balciar & Ruth Hurtienne in her youth

DECEASED FATHER: August Hurtienne DECEASED MOTHER: Alvina Sommers

PALLBEARERS: her 6 grandchildren

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the Ladies of Immanuel, C/O Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford
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HAROLD O. KLESSIG

Harold O. “Otto” Klessig, 89, of Ogema, passed away Saturday August 26, 2017 at Rib Lake Health Services in Rib Lake, where he was a resident.
Harold was born October 18, 1927 in Carlsville, WI to Oswald and Lorena (O’Hern) Klessig. He was a 1946 graduate from Sevastopol High School. He married Donna Mae Peterson on September 27, 1952 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Institute, WI. Donna survives.
He is further survived by his Children: Linda (Brad Nelson)Weber of Ogema, Robert (Cindy) Klessig of Merrill, Sharon (Gerald) Hause of Ogema, James Klessig of Glacier, WA, 7 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren, Sister in Law: Jeanne (Klessig) Lattimer, Cousin Roger Schopf and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his Parents and two brothers, Merton and Robert Klessig.
Otto worked as a milk tester at The Condensery in Sturgeon Bay, and then went on to work as a welder at Peterson Builder’s Shipyard. He and his family later moved to Ogema in 1974, where they owned Klessig’s Kountry Kitchen and was a night watchman in the area.
He was a veteran of the US Army, and served in the Korean War. Otto was a lifetime fan of the Chicago Cubs and the Green Bay Packers.
He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Prentice, Ogema American Legion, and the Ogema Volunteer Fire Company.
Cremation rites have been accorded, and a private memorial will take place on Saturday, October 21, 2017. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Ogema. A public memorial service 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

JOHN R. GALLISTEL

John R. Gallistel, 84, of Medford, passed away on August 26, 2017 on his birthday, due to natural causes. He was born to Anton and Elizabeth Gallistel on August 26, 1933 on the family farm near Gad. He served in the Army in Anchorage, Alaska as a military policeman, where he escorted President Eisenhower; he then went to work in Milwaukee at American Motors for two years.  John married Arlene Nezval on June 9, 1962 and took over the family farm; she precedes him in death in 2005. They sold the farm in 1998 and moved to Medford. He went on to do seasonal work for Figgi’s in Marshfield. He later went on to work for the Forestry Department until his retirement.

In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, traveling, spending time with his family and grandchildren, going out to eat, visiting friends, spending time in the woods, doing fieldwork, and attending church.

He was theTownship of Bern Supervisor, and Board Member of the Medford Co-Op, and member of the VFW and Knights of Columbus.

John is survived by his daughter, Mary (Kip) Swope of Rib Mountain and three sons Kevin, John M., and Brian (Laura Thums) Gallistel , all of Medford; two grandsons Michael and Alex, both of Rib Mountain. He is further survived by three sisters, Noreen Cywinski of IL, Mary Grant of Schofield , and Donna Faber of Medford.

 In addition to his wife and parents, John is preceded in death by his siblings, Donald, Jim, Bob, and Jeanne.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 29 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church with Father David Nueschwander officiating; burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Tuesday August 29 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM

In lieu of flowers memorials in John’s name may be given to the family for use at a later designation.

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

GENEVA L. GUZIAK

Geneva L. Guziak, 96, of Country Gardens, Medford, passed away on Friday August 25, 2017 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau.
She was born on August 13, 1921 in Medford, WI to the late John and Martha (Zacher) Furland. She was married to the late Michael Guziak Sr. on August 2, 1941 in Medford, Wisconsin.
Geneva and her husband moved to Medford in 1943 from Chicago, IL where they farmed for 10 years. After farming they operated a mink ranch for 20 years until she became a CNA at Medford Memorial Hospital until her retirement in 1987. She enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren, traveling, and was an avid canasta player and loved her search-a-word books.
She was a member of Gad Homemakers for over 70 years, Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Red Hat Ladies.
Geneva is survived by her children Patricia Bucki of Medford, Michael (Margie) Guziak Jr. of Medford, Judith (Paul) Nelson of Watersmeet, MI; 11 grandchildren: Bruce (Tami), Brian (Becky), Blake (Michelle), Bradley (Jessica), David, Daniel (Caroline), Diane (Scott), Debi (Eric), Kurt (Heidi), Marla (Matt) and Ashley (Stephan); 20 great-grandchildren and 4 great great-grandchildren; sister Vernice Selby of Menominee Falls, WI, and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents Geneva is preceded in death by her daughter, Barbara Redszus, son-in-law, Lyman Bucki & sister, Elida Langer.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:30 AM, Friday September 1, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. Father Phil Juza will officiate. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church Friday September 1, 2017 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:30 AM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made out to the family of Geneva to be designated 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.

RICHARD F. FRANKKI

NAME OF DECEASED: RICHARD F. FRANKKI AGE: 71

ADDRESS: W4037 State Highway 64, Medford; A Township of Browning resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:50 PM Thursday, August 24 at Marshfield Medical Center where he had been a patient for the past 3 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Monday, August 28 at Independent Apostolic Lutheran Church, Ogema

OFFICIATING: Mike Peterson

INTERMENT: Leavitt Creek Cemetery – Township of Hill, Price County where there will be military rites performed by the Spirit American Legion

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Sunday, August 27 and also at church in Ogema from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, August 28

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: May 3, 1946 at Medford

EDUCATION: Leavitt Creek Grade School, Town of Hill and was a 1964 graduate of Westboro High School

MARRIAGE: December 2, 1967 at Marshfield to Janice E. Peterson & she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he entered the US Army and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. After the service, he worked as a machinist in the Twin Cities. In 1973, he returned to the area settling in Medford where he worked at Enerquip Mfg. as a machinist until his retirement in 2010. He enjoyed travel, hunting, fishing camping, games of all sorts & spending time with his family.

MEMBER OF: Independent Apostolic Lutheran Church of Ogema

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Wife – Janice E. Frankki of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Keith (Stephanie) Frankki of Lidgerwood, ND, Amy (Scott) Wildberg of Medford & Jennifer (Scott) Geiger of Oak Grove, MN

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 8 – Heidi, Logan & Lindsey Wildberg, Ben, Zach & Dylan Frankki, Sam & Randy Geiger

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Shirley (Jack) Smith of Medford, Jim (Dorothy) Frankki of Medford, Alice (Larry) Rogers of Waukesha, Linda (Ronald) Schmitt of Waukesha, Paul (Judy) Frankki of Stetsonville, Elaine (Jim) Leppala of Watton, MI, Ruth (Wayne) Dupuis of Medford, Carol (Gary “Fuzzy”) Ellenbecker of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – John, George & Alfred Frankki, baby Charles Frankki in infancy;
Sister – Ethel Stenberg

DECEASED FATHER: John Elovy Frankki DECEASED MOTHER: Alma Sophia Leino

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons – Logan Wildberg, Ben, Zach & Dylan Frankki, Sam & Randy Geiger

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and brothers and sisters in faith
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LOUISE M. FRENZEL

Louise M. Frenzel, 88, of Deer Creek, passed away on August 23, 2017 under the care of Hope Hospice. She was born on May 20, 1929 to Frank and Annie (Reitz) Ludwig. She married Erevin J. Frenzel on January 10, 1948; he preceded her in death on September 12, 1977.

Louise worked most of her life on her dairy farm. She also worked for 20 years at the Centennial Hall as a cook. In her spare time she enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, gardening, spending time with her grandchildren, and occasional trips to the casino with her friends.

She is survived by her children Alan (Li-Ying) Frenzel of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Sandra (Alvin) Stauner of Pewaukee, Karen (Allan) Wood of Curtiss, Jerry (Suzi) Frenzel of Medford, and Betty (George) Pergolski of Wausau; 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, She is further survived by her sister Mary Lou Fechhelm of Medford, brother in law Norm Frenzel of Appleton, and sisters in law Lucille Janke of Medford and Rose Ludwig of Wisconsin Dells.

In addition to her husband and parents, Louise is preceded in death by 5 brothers and 4 sisters and great-granddaughter Kassidy Nicole Nyhus in 2004.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, August 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at 11:00 AM with Father Michael Hayden officiating followed by burial at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Little Black. Visitation will take place on Monday, August 28 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions, in Louise name may be given to Hope Hospice.

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

GEORGE M. BREHM

George M. Brehm, 95, of Medford, passed away peacefully at his home on August 22, 2017.
Born at home on October 19, 1921 to Henry and Mary (Schneiders) Brehm in Medford, WI. He attended Holy Rosary Catholic School and Medford High School graduating in 1940. He and two classmates traveled to California via Route 66.
As a young man he worked at Bootzin’s Feed Mill and Medford Lumber & Fuel. He was working on the family farm at the time of his marriage to Mabel Lekies on May 17, 1944 which started a partnership which lasted over 73 years. They then purchased their own farm in the Town of Little Black and George proceeded to build a new home on the property with the help of his father-in-law, Emil Lekies. Besides working on the farm with his wife he also worked for Klingbeil Lumber for a period of time. After working with several local builders and an area electrician he started building on his own with the help of his sons over the years. He went on to build numerous homes in Taylor and the surrounding counties. George was instrumental in the development of the Roberta subdivision in Medford.
He and Mabel sold their farm in 1970 and worked full time building until his retirement. They would live at their present address from then on.
George was a long time active member of Chelsea Conservation Club. He was kept busy after retirement caring for and selling Christmas trees as well as building and selling picnic tables. He enjoyed competing in horseshoe tournaments as well as playing good competitive sheepshead cards. A trip to a casino to play blackjack was known to happen.
Their road trips would take them to the World’s Fair in Knoxville, TN, driving the Alaskan Highway to Alaska and trips to the Southwest, California and Yellowstone. A Caribbean cruise and a trip out of Vancouver through the Inside Passage to Alaska was also taken. Their month long trip through Europe would exceed all their expectations.
George and Mabel enjoyed camping with family at Big Chetek Lake, Canadian fishing trips and to many other destination. Hunting trips to Colorado, Wyoming and Manitoba with the help of his oldest son David were always looked forward to.
He is survived by his wife Mabel and five children: David (Grace) Brehm of Medford, Lyle (Pauline) Brehm of Schofield, Bruce (Joan) Brehm of Medford, Rebecca (Charles) Gerschefske of Lincoln, NE and Daniel (Cathy) Brehm of Ramsey, MN. 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 3 great great-grandchildren and one sister-in-law Pearl Sackmann of Stetsonville.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Earl (Helen), Marvin (Toni), Harlan (Lenore), Elmer (Lavera); sister: Marie (Henry) Laabs; one nephew and one grandchild.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, August 28 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford with Father Phil Juza officiating. Visitation will be Monday, August 28 at 9:00 AM until the time of service 11:00 AM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to George’s family to be designated 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.

LEONA M. BLASEL

NAME OF DECEASED: LEONA M. BLASEL AGE: 99

ADDRESS: 144 N. State Highway 13, Stetsonville, WI 54480

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:59 AM Monday, August 21, 2017 at Care Partners Assister Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 10 months, most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, August 25 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville

OFFICIATING: Rev. Richard Russow

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen Cemetery

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Thursday, August 24; also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, August 25

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 20, 1917 in the Town of Mayville, Clark County

EDUCATION: Township of Mayville, Clark County elementary schools

MARRIAGE: December 7, 1938 in Valparaiso, IN to Edwin R. Blasel and he preceded her in death January 13, 1991

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Leona worked most of her life as a housewife & mother while residing in Stetsonville. She volunteered at the Centennial Community Center, Stetsonville for 24 years and delivered ‘meals on wheels’ for many years. She enjoyed driving the Amish people around along with polka dancing, knitting, card playing, gardening (especially raspberries), watching the Brewers & Packers, and spending winters in Florida.

MEMBER OF: Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville; Zion Mission Circle; Boxrucker-Berry American Legion Auxiliary, Stetsonville;

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Alice Nelson of Stevens Point, Doris (Bruce) Dietze of Medford, Allen (Susan) Blasel of Plymouth; Step-Children: Edna Porter of Plover, Florence Jarvis of Brookfield & Arlene (Harvey) Dassow of Wauwatosa
Step Daughter-in-law: Ilaine Blasel of Stetsonville

STEP-CHILDREN DECEASED: Elmer Blasel & Norma Lake

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 & 15 step GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 15 & 32 step
GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 2 & 25 step

DECEASED GRANDDAUGHTER: Beth Schield DECEASED STEP GRANDDAUGHTERS: Sandra Stanley, Debra Porter

DECEASED SON IN LAW: Don Nelson DECEASED STEP SON IN LAWS: Will Lake, Harry Porter, Gene Jarvis

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Clarence (Marjorie) Boxrucker of Stetsonville & Edward Boxrucker of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Al (Agnes) Boxrucker, Delores (Adolph) Dums, Raymond (Arlene) Boxrucker & Sister-in-law: Jean Boxrucker

DECEASED FATHER: Jacob Boxrucker DECEASED MOTHER: Elizabeth (Schumacher) Boxrucker

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons

MARIE C. "MARION" FABER

Marie C. "Marion" Faber, 93, passed away peacefully Sunday August 20, 2017 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, and under the care of Hope Hospice.

Marie was born July 8, 1924 in Chicago, IL to Joseph and Mae (Koncel) Lapacek. She married Everett Faber on November 28, 1946 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. They were married for 70 years. Everett survives.

Marie is further survived by her daughter: Kathleen (John) Klingbeil of Goodrich, Grandchildren Lee Schmidt, Libby Schmidt (Aric Way), Joshua (Brooke Sperry), Jonathan, Garett (Rebecca) and Grant (Danielle) Klingbeil, seven Great Grandchildren, several Great Great Grandchildren and Sister in Law: Kathryn Lapacek of Waunakee. 4 sisters in law and 4 brothers in law on Everett's side.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Daughter: Patricia Schmidt, Great Grandson Keith Schmidt, Brothers: Frank and Joseph Lapacek II, and Sister: Lillian Meyer. She is further preceded in death by 2 sisters in law and 1 brother in law on her side and 5 sisters in law and 5 brothers in law on Everett's side.

Marie moved with her family to the Medford area when she was a child. Following high school, she attended Medford Teachers College "Normal School" and went on to teach at several elementary schools in the Medford area. She later completed her B.S. degree in Education at UW- Stevens Point.In 1950, her family moved to Goodrich where they farmed until 1977, when they moved back to Medford. She finished her teaching career as a Social Studies teacher at Medford Jr. High.

She enjoyed spending time at the family lake cabin, traveling with their camper and later motor home clubs, wintering in Florida, Arizona and Texas. Marie was a member of the Medford VFW Auxiliary Post.

Marie loved her family dearly, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with each and every one, and cooking meals for them.

Cremation rites have been accorded, and a Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday August 26, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Father David Nueschwander will officiate. Burial will take place at a later date at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Visitation will be held on Saturday at Holy Rosary Church from 9:00 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to Hope Hospice and Palliative Care, or Huey's Hideaway Children's Museum.

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

DONALD P. MONHEIM

NAME OF DECEASED: DONALD “DON” P. MONHEIM AGE: 74

ADDRESS: N4502 Clear Lake Road, Medford; A Township of Hammel resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Saturday, August 19 at Colonial Care Center, Colby, WI where he had resided for the past 7 months

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Saturday, August 26 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford with military rites performed by the Medford area Military Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake at a later date

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, August 26

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 7, 1942 at Medford, Wisconsin

EDUCATION: Rib River Elementary School, Rib Lake and was a 1960 graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: Never Married

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he served from 1965-1967 in the US Army, a veteran of the Vietnam War. After the service, he worked as an electrician in the Milwaukee area while residing in Pewaukee until his retirement. He then moved to the Town of Hammel and resided in the home he designed and built. He enjoyed tinkering, gambling trips with his sister Diane, roaming the Wisconsin countryside to destinations unknown of his choosing with his niece Theresa and great nephew Max, travel & family visits.

MEMBER OF: IBEW Local union 494 - Milwaukee

SURVIVING FAMILY: Sister - Diane Monheim of Madison; Neice – Theresa (Bob) Lister;
Nephews – Butch (Marie), Will, David, Brian (JoAnne), Greg & Daniel Monheim;
Numerous Great Nieces & Great Nephews

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Frank Monheim, Jr., William Monheim and a sister, Carol in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Frank Joseph Monheim, Sr. DECEASED MOTHER: Violet Bertha (Miller) Monheim

OTHER INFORMATION:
-In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to either: Make-A-Wish America Gift Processing, 4742 N. 24th St., Suite 400, Phoenix, AZ 85016 OR Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018 OR St. Croix Hospice of Eau Claire
-A heartfelt thanks to his neighbors – Art, Craig & Lynn, Kiersten & Jason
-A special thanks to the Colonial Care Center, Colby, & St. Croix Hospice, Eau Claire for all the care & comfort they have provided
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JONATHON E. MANBECK

Jonathon E. Manbeck, of the town of Molitor, passed away at his residence on Monday August 14, 2017. Cremation rites have been accorded and a Celebration of Life will take place at 5:30 the Medford VFW Post on Wednesday, August 23, 2017. Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements.

HILDEGARDE R. MAXAM

Hildegarde R. Maxam, 94, of Colby, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at The Waterford at Colby. She was born to William and Alvina Beisner in Dorchester on June 10, 1923. She married Lowell H. Maxam on January 6, 1945 at St. Peter’s Church in Dorchester, he precedes her in death. They bought a farm in the town of Holton and the family was blessed with many children.

Hildegarde is survived by seven daughters, Monica (Dan) Maguire of Wisconsin Rapids, Marlene (Kenneth) Strasser and Tina (Gary) Heeg both of Unity, Dawn (Jeff) Colvin of Wausau, Sandi (Tony) Bechel of Kronenwetter, Faith (Mark) Heeg of Colby, and Lori (Bill) Heindl of Edgar; two sons, Harvey (Glory) Maxam of Unity and Mark (Barb) Maxam of Unity. She is further survived by 33 grandchildren, 42 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents and husband Hildegarde is preceded in death by one sister Edith Plockelman

Funeral Services for Hildegarde will be held on Friday, August 18 at 11:00 AM at First United Church of Christ, 111 S 2nd Street Colby, with Pastor Doris Ruben officiating, burial will follow at Dorchester Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will take place at First United Church of Christ in Colby on Friday August 18 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorials in Hildegarde’s name may be made to Peace United Church of Christ.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com.

LYMAN W. BUCKI

Lyman W. Bucki, 76, Medford, died Friday, August 11 unexpectedly at his residence.

Lyman was born on May 28, 1941 in Medford, WI to the late Walter and Blondina (Kloth) Bucki. He attended Cloverdale Grade School and Medford High School where he graduated in 1959.

Lyman married the love of his life Patricia Ann on April 26, 1962 in Medford, WI. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting, woodwork, golfing and the Brewers. Lyman worked as a meat manager for 20 years before taking over Bucki Manufacturing where he worked for 25 years. He also worked as a custodian at Aspirus Hospital for 12 years where he retired in 2010.

Lyman was a member of the Taylor County Sportsman Club and Medford Bowman.  

Lyman is survived by his wife Patricia Ann Bucki of Medford; Children: Bruce (Tami) Bucki of Medford, Brian (Becky) Bucki of Medford, Blake (Michelle) Bucki of Medford, Bradley (Jessica) Bucki of Eau Claire; Grandchildren: Jason, Jake, Emily, Taylor, Logan, Lindsey, Matthew and Alex; Great-Grandchildren: Alec, Lilian, Raegan and Lydia; Brother: Walter (Myrna) Bucki of Dresser; Mother-In-Law: Geneva Guziak of Medford and many other family and friends.

Lyman is preceded in death by his parents Walter and Blondina (Kloth) Bucki and Father-In-Law Michael Guziak Sr.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 15 at Community United Church of Christ in Medford with Pastor Mary Jo Laabs officiating. Visitation will be held at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford on Monday, August 14 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Tuesday, August 15 at 10:00 AM until the time of service 11:00 AM at the church. Cremation rites will be accorded following funeral services. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Lyman’s family to be designated 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.

MARGARET BRUNNER

Margaret Brunner, 96, of Medford, passed away on Wednesday August 2, 2017 at Care Partners in Medford.
Margaret was born on June 21, 1921 in Chicago, IL to the late Frank and Theresa Thillen. She was married to the late Wilfred Brunner on December 23, 1939 in Medford, Wisconsin.
In 1943 Margaret and her husband moved to the town of Molitor where they farmed and logged. She also enjoyed: fishing, riding horses, Western movies, canning and gardening.
Margaret was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Rough Riders and Homemakers.
Margaret is survived by her children: Carol (Ken) Otwaska, Racine, and Bruce (Bonnie) Brunner, Town of Grover, Lenore (Alan) Brandl, Town of Little Black; 10 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and 8 great great-grandchildren; Sister In-law Delores Hartwig.
In addition to her husband and parents Margaret is preceded in death by her daughter, Joyce Raffini in 1970; her brothers Anthony and John Thillen and her sister Mary Willis.
Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday August 5, 2017 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford. Pastor Brian Mundt will officiate. Burial will follow at Molitor Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church Saturday August 5, from 11:30 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be given to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and 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.

FRANCES “FRAN” D. SCHIMON

NAME OF DECEASED: FRANCES “FRAN” D. SCHIMON AGE: 69

ADDRESS: N3217 Lemke Drive, Medford; A Township of Goodrich resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:07 PM Tuesday, August 1 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, where she had been a patient for the past 2 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 10:00 AM Saturday, August 5 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father David Neuschwander

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Molitor Catholic Cemetery at a later date

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 8:30 AM until the time of services at 10 AM on Saturday, August 5

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 9, 1947 at Oak Park, IL

EDUCATION: St. John Bosco Elementary/Middle School, Chicago, IL and was a 1965 graduate of Chicago Public High School

MARRIAGE: February 3, 1971 at Ironwood, MI to Raymond “Ray” A. Schimon and he preceded her in death January 25, 2016

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she worked in the payroll dept. at Sun Electric in Chicago. They moved to the Town of Goodrich in 1971 where they farmed, she co-owned/operated Schimon’s Goodrich Auto with her husband, and worked as an after-hours answering service for Taylor Electric for many years. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crafting of all kinds, garage sales, word puzzles, her pet cats and collecting dolls.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Brad (Marie) Schimon and Mary Hessefort both of Goodrich
4 step-children and numerous step-grandchildren/great grandchildren all of the Pacific Northwest area of Washington

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Jeffery Schimon in 2010; Son-in-law: James Hessefort in 2009

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2 – Liam and a soon to arrive sibling

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Patti Linders of Tacoma, WA

DECEASED FATHER: William Frank Coates DECEASED MOTHER: Frances Cecilia Joda

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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MARGARET E. HENLINE

Margaret “Peg” Henline, 100, of Medford, passed away July 27, 2017 at Deerview Meadows. A lifetime Medford resident, she was born November 23, 1916 to Frank and Bertha (Resech) Graff. Peg attended Medford public schools, graduating from Medford High School and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. Peg married Howard Sterling Henline in 1936. He died in 1968. A brother, William Graff, and two sisters, Mildred Cherney and Rosetta Makowski, also preceded her in death. Peg is survived by two daughters, Joan McCarthy of Albany, Oregon and Marsha (Terry) Parkhill, of Westchester, California, and four grandchildren: Michael McCarthy of Oregon, Kelly McCarthy of California, Eric Parkhill of California and Krista Parkhill-Driscoll of Switzerland. She is also survived by a nephew, Kurt (Gloria) Henline and niece, Janet Doriot, all of Medford. Peg was involved as a volunteer as bowling league secretary, the hospital auxiliary's Bargain Bin store, the American Cancer Society and as an election poll worker. She bowled on the Medford Laundry team and was also a member of the study club in Medford. After 20 years of living independently at Riverview, Peg spent her last months in assisted living. Burial took place July 28 at Evergreen Cemetery. The family greatly appreciates the care provided by Hope Hospice.  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements, online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com