EUGENE J. GLENZER

Eugene J. Glenzer, 84, Town of Greenwood, passed away at his residence on December 27, 2017.

He was born on October 5, 1933 to the late Albert and Theresa (Lindner) Glenzer. He married Jeanne Scheller on October 1, 1955 at St. John the Baptist Church in Rib Lake. Eugene attended Green Grove Grade School for grades 1 through 8. He then attended Rib Lake High School where he graduated in 1953.

Eugene worked for Taylor County Highway Department for one year before working for Harvey Company for 16 years (1954-1970). He was employed for Foremost Foods from 1970 to 1976 then started working for Weather Shield from 1976 to 1986. He then worked for SNE Enterprises from 1986 until his retirement in 1999. He also worked on his dairy farm from 1957 to 1982.

In his free time he enjoyed woodworking, fishing, hunting, camping, snowmobiling, playing cards, gardening, cooking maple syrup, making fire wood, watching his beloved Packers and Brewers and especially spending time with his family.

Eugene was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, mixed couples and men’s bowling leagues and was founder and president of Interwald Wanderers snowmobile club.

Eugene is survived by his wife Jeanne P. Glenzer of Greenwood; Sons: Dean (Janet) Glenzer of Tomahawk, Gary (Gayle) Glenzer of Rib Lake; Daughters: Wendy (Dan) Sackmann of Rib Lake, Debra (Chuck) Parks of Merrill; 15 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren and 3 on the way; Sister: Marcella Lord of Marshfield and many other family and friends.

In addition to his parents Eugene is preceded in death by Brothers: Alfred and Charlie Glenzer; Sisters: Elnora Erdman, Caroline Steen and Delores Eggert.

Funeral Services will be on December 30, 2017 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be on December 30, 2017 at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eugene’s Grandsons: Damian, Nathan, Chris, Drew, Kyle, Austin, Deano and Briar.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made out in Eugene’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.

ROSALIE “ROSIE” H. BRANDT

NAME OF DECEASED: ROSALIE “ROSIE” H. BRANDT AGE: 80

ADDRESS: Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Monday, December 25 at House of Dove Hospice House, Marshfield where she had resided for the past 5 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, December 29 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father David Neuschwander

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Thursday, December 28 where there will be a 7 PM Catholic prayer service held that evening; also from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday at the church

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 6, 1937 at Stratford, WI

EDUCATION: Chili Elementary Schools, Clark County

MARRIAGE: January 14, 1956 in Chili, WI to Harold W. Brandt and he preceded her in death March 19, 1996

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After their marriage, they farmed in the Chili area from 1957-1969 when they moved to the Town of Hammel. They owned and operated the Highview Inn from 1969-1985. She then cooked at Florena’s, the Miracle Mile Diner and the Medford High School for periods of time. Then she owned & operated the Rose Garden in Dorchester until her retirement in 1996. She enjoyed gardening, playing cards, reading, crocheting, cooking, fishing, spending time with her grandchildren and family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Harold R. “Butch” (Lori) Brandt of Medford, Susan (Lonnie) Smith of Medford, Sandra (Robert) Schilling of Medford, Steven (Suzy) Brandt of Medford, Alan (Gina) Brandt of Medford, Patricia (Jeff) Neitzel of Curtiss, William “Bill” Brandt of Medford, Edward (Karen) Brandt of Medford, Scott (Cassandra) Brandt of Gilman & her beloved dog - Dusty

CHILDREN DECEASED: Daughter – Maria Motte in 2011

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 16 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 13

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Ronald Whipple of Crowley, Texas
Brother-in-law: Elmer Steltenpohl of Marshfield
Sisters-in-law: Carol Whipple of Downers Grove, Il & Eldora Whipple of Minneapolis, MN

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 5 Brothers & 4 Sisters

DECEASED FATHER: Ira Merchant Whipple DECEASED MOTHER: Isabelle (Rogers) Whipple

PALLBEARERS: Derick Neitzel, David & Austin Brandt, Kyle Schilling, William & Nathan Bertsinger, Max Hedrington, Jake Sackmann, Carl Cynor

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu or flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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LEONARD F. MILLER

 Leonard F. Miller, 73, of Dorchester passed away on December 24, 2017 at Marshfield Medical Center. He was born on April 23, 1944 to Joseph and Lucille (Bartnik) Miller in Owen. He married Lucille “Lue” Pfaff on July 27, 1968, she survives. He owned and operated the family dairy farm from 1966 until 1994. He then went on to work as a custodian for the Colby School District until his retirement. In his retirement he plowed snow for the town of Holton.

In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with family and friends and his Siberian Husky Yukatu, hunting, fishing, being outdoors, woodworking, playing dominoes, birdwatching, spending time by Lake Superior and his cabin in the woods and traveling the neighboring states.  He also provided the farm as a retreat for his many nieces and nephews.

Leonard was a member of the Board of Directors at the Dorchester Co-op. He was also involved with the UW – Extension Small Farm Program, where he hosted famers from abroad.

In addition to his wife Leonard is survived by his children, Jayne (Kevin) Paul of Stetsonville, Debra Miller of Medford, and Bryan (Xiomara) Miller of Brookfield; grandchildren, Taylor (Shannon) Miller, Garrett Paul, and Ava Miller; great-grandchildren, Caden, Keegan, Kayliannah; brother James (Pat) Miller; sisters Jean (Duane) Korb, Grace Gutenberger, Dorothy (Ed) Broeske, Mary Ann (Larry) Paul, Elaine (Jim) Heibl, and Loretta (Jerry) Fialkowski. Leonard is further survived by many other nieces and nephews.

Leonard is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Louis and Joseph Miller, and nephew Randy Miller

A memorial service will take place on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan at 11:00 AM, with Father George Nelson Graham officiating. Visitation will take place on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

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

VERA C. PAULIN

Vera Corene Paulin, 96, of Medford, passed away Saturday December 23, 2017 at Aspirus Care and Rehab, Medford, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

Vera was born May 20, 1921 in Dows, Iowa to John and Alta (Root) LaRue. She completed the 8^th Grade in Plain View, WI. She married Edward C. Paulin, Sr., on July 2, 1941 in Pine City, MN. Edward preceded her in death on July 2, 1989.

Vera is survived by her Children: Charles “Chuck” (Karen) Paulin of Eau Claire, Linda (Joe) Karpinski of Freemont, MI, and Deborah Paulin of Spencer, 7 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Grandchild.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents, Son Ronald Paulin, and 8 brothers and sisters.

After Vera and Edward's marriage they resided in Shell Lake and Waukesha for periods of time. They moved to Medford in 1958 where they owned and operated the Ideal Café and Big Dad’s Pad Arcade for 20 years until their retirement in 1979.

She enjoyed painting, sewing, crafts, gardening, playing bingo and fishing. She was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday December 29, 2017, at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Rev. Brian Mundt will officiate. Burial will be held at Shell Lake Cemetery in Shell Lake, WI. Visitation will be held from 12:00 Noon until the time of service at 2:00 at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Vera can be given to 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

 

JOANNE M. BACH

Joanne M. Bach, 83, Medford, passed away on Sunday December 17, 2017 at her residence under the care of Hope Hospice & Palliative Care in Medford.

She was born on November 24, 1934 in Colby, WI to the late Frank and Erna (Wuest) Seidel. She attended St. Louis Catholic School and Dorchester High School where she graduated in 1952.

On July 24, 1957 she married Jerome Bach in Dorchester before moving to Medford. Jerome passed away on July 2, 2015.  

Joanne worked in Minneapolis, MN for Gamble Skogmo and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance in Milwaukee, WI. She then moved to Medford to work for Sears Catalog as a Merchant for 26 years.

During her free time she enjoyed doing puzzles, watching the Packer games and other sporting events and spending time with her family.    

Joanne is survived by her Brother: Donald Seidel of Dorchester; Sister: Marlene (Bob) Cypher of Menomonee Falls and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Joanne is preceded in death by her Brothers: Gordon and Nyle Seidel.

Cremation Rites have been accorded and there will be no services.

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

GERALDEEN (GERRY) A. RODDA

Geraldeen (Gerry) A. Rodda, 77, Medford, passed away on Saturday December 16, 2017 at The House of Dove under the care of Ministry HomeCare Hospice in Marshfield.

She was born on October 24, 1940 in Medford, WI to the late Victor and Melda (Kimble) Schupp. She attended Medford High School and graduated in 1958.

On September 10, 1960 she married the love of her life Robert Rodda at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. They cherished all 57 years of marriage together.

Geraldeen was a Homemaker her whole life and also worked for 15 years with her husband for Dirtfighters at various places in Medford. She also worked other jobs during the summer and around Christmas time.

During her free time she enjoyed gardening, reading, mowing the grass with her riding lawn mower, fishing, sitting outside drinking a glass of wine listening to the Brewers, her two dogs (Buck and Billy) and spending time with her family, especially her Grandson Sam.   

Geraldeen is survived by her husband Robert Rodda of Medford; 4 Daughters: Gina (Alan) Brandt of Medford, Julie (Troy) David of Pittsville, Roberta (Shane) Arrowood of Weston, Cathy (Geoff) Brown of Eugene, OR; Grandson: Sam Arrowood of Weston; Sisters: Garnet (John) Jakel of Medford, Nadene Hoffart of Grand Forks, ND, Judy (Ron) Wegerer of Medford; Brothers: Victor (Bonnie) Schupp of Sheboygan, Joe (Kathy) Schupp of Medford and many other family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Geraldeen is preceded in death by an infant Brother: Jerome Schupp; Brother-In-Law: Richard Hoffart; Niece: Theresa Hoffart

Cremation Rites have been accorded and there will be a celebration of life 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.

PAULINE ANN NOZISKA

Pauline Ann Noziska, 85, Medford, passed away Friday, December 15 at Care Partners under the care of Hope Hospice & Palliative Care in Medford surrounded by her family.

Pauline was born on August 2, 1932 in Milwaukee, WI to the late John and Anna (Slimak) Ochodnicky.

On August 12, 1952 in Stillwater, MN she united in marriage with Richard (Dick) Noziska. She owned and operated several bars in the Northern part of Taylor County for 40 plus years. She also worked at the nursing home in Rib Lake for 5 years. In her free time she enjoyed working outside in her garden, helping her children with various activities, playing with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, socializing with everyone, dancing and the occasional beverage.

She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary in Medford.  

Pauline is survived by 4 children: Debbie (Jim) Cee of Medford, Randy Noziska of Washington, Mary Ann (Dale) Pieper of Medford, Richard (Wadad) Noziska of Marshfield; Grandchildren: Jamie, Jessie, Christopher, Ryan, Richard Allen, Alex, Isabella, Ashley, Anna Marie; Great Grandchildren: Jeffery, Ben, Carolynn, Amelia, Gavin, Tyler, Emma, Trevor John; Sister: Vicki (Larry) Andreae of Marshfield and many other relatives and friends.    

In addition to her husband Richard and parents, she was preceded in death by Brothers: John Ochodnicky, Paul (Helen) Ochodnicky, Joe (Dorthy) Ochodnicky, Chuck (Mary Ann) Ochodnicky; Sister: Nicky (Don) Everson; Grandson: Justin Noziska.

A Prayer Service will be held at 7:00 PM Monday, December 18 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford with Pastor Randal Jeppesen officiating. Visitation will be held at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford on Monday, December 18 from 4:00 PM until the time of service at 7:00 PM. Burial will be private for the family at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to her 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.

  

 

WINTER DANIEL ETTER SR.

Winter Daniel Etter Sr. was born September 30, 1958, at Imperial Saskatchewan, Canada, the son of Winter H. Jr. and Fay (Skiles) Etter. They lived east of Stalwart until his parents moved to Modesto, California in 1967. In May of 1975 Winter accepted Jesus into his life and was baptized in to the body of our Lord and Savior. He was received into the Old German Baptist Brethren church in Modesto, California at that time.

On August 5, 1978 he was united in marriage with Reta Louise Balsbaugh from Flora, Indiana and to this union seven children were born. Winter and Reta lived in CA, WA, IN, and the remaining 19 years of Winters life in WI.

In 2007 he battled cancer which went into remission. He continued to battle other sickness which had him in and out of hospitals many times until he found out his cancer had returned in August of 2017. He was then anointed September 11 and started his first chemo treatment September 12 of 2017. After 3 months of chemo, Winter was admitted to St. Claire Memorial hospital on November 27 and passed away peacefully 2 weeks later on December 11 of 2017 in answer to his Lord calling him to his heavenly home, at the age of 59 years, 2 months and 11 days. In his last two weeks here on earth, though in pain, he encouraged people when asked “how are you?” by answering “fantastic” and added that “Jesus is where my strength comes from.”

He is survived by his loving companion, Reta L. Etter, with whom he shared the joys and sorrows of life together for over 39 years; 7 children: Winter Jr. and wife Anna, Yolanda and husband Alvin Buckingham, Eric and wife Rachel, Justin, Curtis, Issac and wife Ellen, Levi and 22 grandchildren. Two brothers: John, Ohmer and wife Janice. Three sisters: Mary Ann, Ruth and Amy. Cousins, nieces and nephews who will treasure special memories of him.

He was preceded in death by his parents Winter and Fay, brother Charles, 2 grandchildren Quentin Etter and Jeneva Buckingham.

A visitation will be held Thursday December 14, at the White Pines District, Old German Baptist Brethren, Athens, from 10 AM – 12 Noon, 1:00 – 5:00 PM, 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Friday December 15, at the White Pines District, Old German Baptist Brethren at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow at the White Pines Cemetery in Athens.

He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. But we must sorrow not, for believing God, he accepted the Lord and knew that Jesus Christ was born and lived and died, that he might live with Him.

Dear brethren, sisters, friends and neighbors,
Thank you for all the support, food, prayers and babysitters during the hospital stay with daddy and in the time of our loss and sorrow.
May God bless each and every one of you.
The Family

EVERETT L. FABER

Everett L. Faber, 98, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 9, 2017 at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Everett was born on July 31, 1919 in Goodrich, WI to Peter and Leone (Marshner) Faber. He married Marie “Marion” Lapacek on November 28, 1946 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. They were married for 70 years.

Everett is survived by his: 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; two brothers, Gene and James; and one sister Carol (Elmer) Reimann.

He is preceded in death by his: wife Marion; Parents; Daughter, Patricia Schmidt; Great Grandson Keith Schmidt-Way; five brothers, Peter, Norbert, Harley, Willard, and Robert; one sister Bernita (Lyle) Dahl; five sisters-in-law and three brothers-in-law.

He told many wonderful stories of his growing up in Goodrich, leaving home during his teenage years to ride the railroad cars to the West for seasonal labor jobs, harvesting wheat on his uncle’s farm in North Dakota, then picking potatoes in Idaho, and picking apples in Washington. He proudly served in the US Army as a surgical technician in hospitals in the China Burma India Theater in World War II.

Following his marriage he enjoyed dairy farming in Goodrich and hauling milk. Upon his retirement from farming, they moved to Medford. He was an avid sportsman and especially enjoyed deer hunting. He enjoyed spending time at the family cottage on the lake, traveling with their camper and later mobile home as a couple, and often with the children and grandchildren. They enjoyed wintering in Florida, Arizona, and Texas.

Everett was a charter member of the Medford VFW.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 15, 2017 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father David Nueschwander officiating. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Friday, December 15, 2017 from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Burial will take place at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to Everett’s family to be designated at a later time.

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

EDITH G. NELSON

Edith G. Nelson, 102, of Ogema, passed away on December 6, 2017 at Aspirus Care and Rehab in Medford. Edith was born on November 13, 1915 to Warren and Agnes Stevens in Ogema, WI. She graduated from Prentice High School and went to work for Ogema Phone Company. She then moved to Milwaukee and attended Normal College. She married Larry Nelson on September 6, 1947, he precedes her in death. She went on to work as a bookkeeper for many years until her retirement. Upon retirement she returned to the Ogema area.

Edith had a lifelong passion for music. She played the organ and piano in Milwaukee and Ogema for many years.

Edith is survived by her children Charles (Charlotte) Nelson of Thomaston, GA, Steven Nelson of Medford, Jill (Dennis) Martin of West Bend, Bonnie (Jeff) Quandt of Omaha, NE, Peter Nelson of Ogema, Evelyn Beck of Milwaukee, and Tina Beck of Wausau; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She is further survived by one sister, Florence Simpson of Phillips and many other family and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Edith is preceded in death by one daughter Cheryl Beck; brothers, Eugene, George, and Quentin Stevens, and sisters Arlis Donaldson and Blanche Stevens.

Funeral Services for Edith will be held on Monday, December 11, 2017 at the Ogema Baptist Church in Ogema at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Rodney Price officiating; burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Monday December 11, 2017 at the Ogema Baptist Church in Ogema from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Edith’s name may be given to the Ogema Baptist Church.

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

THOMAS L. GEBERT

Thomas Lee Gebert, 79, of Medford, passed away December 6, 2017 at the home he was born in, surrounded by his family, and under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.
Tom was born February 8, 1938 to John B. and Anna T. (Suppman) Gebert. He attended Holy Rosary Grade School, Medford High School, graduating in 1956. He graduated from NTC Wausau in 1958. He then went on to work for Pries and Ruesch Service Station, Jim Werner Bus Garage and Krug’s Bus Garage. He then became building and grounds director for the Medford Area School District.
On January 25, 1964, he and Donna were married at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. Tom was a star football player in high school, curler at the Medford Curling Club, Assistant Chief of the Medford Volunteer Fire Department for twenty years, Medford Area School Board for twelve years, and Medford City Council. He was so pleased to have seen his goal of having the new city pool built for the children. In his retirement, he enjoyed his time working for Enerquip in Medford.
Tom enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports; he was an avid Packer and Brewers fan. He loved his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Tom is survived by his wife Donna of Medford, Daughters: Anne (Rich) Burghaus, Jane (Tom) Holmes, Susan (Wayne) Markow all of Medford, Grandchildren: Emily (Josh Laughlin) Burghaus, Ben (Sara) Burghaus, Travis Markow, Justin Markow, Rachel Markow, Jack Holmes, Grace Holmes, Lily Holmes, Great Grandchildren: Mayson Laughlin and Charlie Thomas Burghaus.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Sister Dora Martz and Brothers John, Herbert and Robert Gebert.
Per Tom’s request, cremation rites have been accorded, and a private graveside service will be held in the Spring of 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

RONALD “RON” G. BELLEMARE

NAME OF DECEASED: RONALD “RON” G. BELLEMARE AGE: 69

ADDRESS: 621 S. Washington, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 8:45 AM Monday, December 4 at Colonial Center, Colby where he had resided for the past 2 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: A memorial celebration of Ron’s life, will be held from 4-7 PM on Friday, December 22 at the VFW Clubhouse, Medford where there will be military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team at 4:00 PM

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 21, 1948 at Davenport, Iowa

EDUCATION: Glasgow, Missouri schools and received a BS in Accounting from Northeast Missouri State University in Kirksville, MO

MARRIAGE: 1st: 8-31-68 at Glasgow, MO to Vickie Wilson and they were later divorced; 2nd: 6-3-83 at Urbana, IL to Dani M. Meyer and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: US Army veteran from 1967-1970 serving in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive. He served in the Army Reserves from 1970-1973. After the service, he worked as a corporate accountant while residing in Mexico, MO, Champaign, IL and Beaver Dam, WI. In 1976, he worked for Kraft Foods as a Controller while residing in Champaign, IL & Gurnee, IL, then moved to Medford, WI in 1989 working as a Controller for Tombstone Pizza Corp. & once again Kraft Foods. He also worked for TDS Datacom until his retirement. In retirement, he worked at Tee-Hi Golf Club. He enjoyed snow skiing, biking, golf, tennis, fishing, camping, time at the cottage in Phillips, WI, the Wisconsin Badgers and G.B. Packers. Being a patriotic citizen was important to Ron.

MEMBER OF: Past member of the Medford Curling Club and Tee-Hi Golf Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Dani M. Bellemare of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Daughters – Jennifer “Jen” (Tom) Scruggs of Sharpsburg, GA and Katie Bellemare of Villa Rica, GA

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 3 – Jordan, Riley & Kyle Scruggs

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Cindy (Syd) Sanders of Fayette, MO
Further survived by nieces and nephews

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother – John Bellemare

DECEASED FATHER: George Clifford Bellemare DECEASED MOTHER: Patricia Ann (Vohr) Bellemare

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family would like memorial contributions given to either the Highground Veterans Memorial Park, Neillsville, WI or the Salvation Army
-The family would like to give special thanks to Colonial Center, Colby and St. Croix Hospice
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FRANK J. VRANDACK, JR.

Frank J. Vrandack, Jr., 57 of Medford, formerly of Arlington Heights, Illinois, passed away Sunday December 3, 2017 at Aspirus Care and Rehab in Medford.

Frank was born September 14, 1960 in Elk Grove Village, IL to Frank and Elaine (Polony) Vrandack.

He is survived by his sisters: Marianne E. Vrandack of Longmont, CO, Laura A. (Tom) Garvin of Cary, IL, and 4 nieces: Morgan, Megan, Martha, Ellyn.

Frank is preceded in death by his Parents, Step Mother Dorothy J. Vrandack and Sister Linda Vrandack.

He graduated from Forest View High School in Arlington Heights. He then went on to serve an apprenticeship with his Father in Chicago to become a Pipefitter, and worked for Union Local 597. He was an outdoor enthusiast, and loved to hunt, fish and hike. He was fortunate enough to move to the Northwoods of Wisconsin, fulfilling his childhood dream of living in the woods.

Frank will always be remembered for his depth of compassion and caring for others. He was fortunate in life and death to have been surrounded by supportive and caring neighbors and friends of Medford, Wisconsin.

Per Franks request, cremation rites have been accorded, and no services will be held.

Donations in honor of Frank, can be given to his favorite charity, St. Jude’s Memorial Hospital.

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

ELIZABETH A. MILLER

Elizabeth Anne Miller, 82, of Medford, passed away at her home on Saturday December 2, 2017, surrounded by her family and under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

Elizabeth was born October 25, 1935 in New York to Joseph and Claire (Wimpe) Contorsi. She married Frederic W. Miller on June 23, 1956 in New York City. Frederic Survives.

She is further survived by her children: William (Karin) Miller of Janesville, Susan (Terry) Gebert of Medford, Nancy (Robert) Sheasby of Appleton, Gayle (Scott) Perrin of Medford, Grandchildren: Tasha, Shane, Chad, Heidi, Corey, Amanda, Robert, Danielle, Andrew, Craig, Jonathon, 8 Great Grandchildren, Sister Madeleine (Jerry) O’Connor of Florida, and many nieces and nephews.

Elizabeth is preceded in death by her Parents, Granddaughter Jennifer Miller and Son In Law Ken Lingen.

Elizabeth was  the owner and operator of Mr. Thrifty in Medford. She also drove school bus for Krug’s Bus Service in Medford. Upon retirement in 1986, she and her husband Fred moved to Arkansas. In 1990 they moved to Florida where she also drove school bus. They moved back to Medford in 2017.

She enjoyed golfing, visiting with friends over a cup of coffee and playing Bridge. She will always be remembered as an unselfish individual, who always put others before herself. Elizabeth was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and Tee-Hi Golf Course in Medford.

Cremation rites have been accorded, and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday December 6, 2017 at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Rev. James Krueger will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church Wednesday morning from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

Memorial donations in honor of Elizabeth can be designated to her family, which will be given to 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

REV. ALAN C. MINSHALL

Reverend Alan Charles Minshall, 77, of the Township of Holway, died peacefully on Friday, December 1 in Abbotsford, after a lengthy illness.  Alan was born September 4, 1940 in Kenosha, WI, son of Otto and Charlotte Minshall.  He graduated from high school in Kenosha and obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse.  He later attended divinity school at Luther Northwestern Theological Seminary, receiving his Masters of Divinity in 1975. 

Pastor Al has served six Wisconsin congregations as a parish minister, including: Prince of Peace Lutheran, Coloma; St. Paul’s Lutheran, Curtiss; Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, Township of Holway; Immanuel Lutheran Church, Pepin; Little Plum Lutheran, Pepin, and Independence Lutheran Church, Independence.  Alan also worked as a Chaplain at the Northern Wisconsin Center for the Developmentally Disabled in Chippewa Falls, and for the Jackson County Correctional Institution in Black River Falls.  He was an inspiring example of God’s love and grace.

Alan is survived by his wife of 35 years, Edith of Medford, and six children:  Jay Minshall, Black River Falls; Jill Minshall, Madison; Radha (Mike) Welch, Granton; Rachel (John) Frizzell, Wisconsin Rapids; Paul Nelson, Medford; and Kathryn Adams, Rochester, MN.  He was also grandpa to nine grandchildren: Maria, Michael, Brittany, Ariel, Sam, Seth, Kaleb, Molly and Emily, and one great-grandchild, Ainsley.  He is also survived by many other family and friends who loved him.

A great lover of the earth, Alan was an avid gardener and hobby farmer.  He delighted in his John Deere tractor, in growing vegetables and in raising belted Galloway cattle.  He loved to travel, and took many memorable trips with his wife, colleagues, and children.  With his love of music and his low bass singing voice, Alan was a founding member of the Gracenotes, a barbershop quartet of area pastors in Western Wisconsin. He was also an accomplished distance swimmer and loved racquet sports.

His accepting and generous spirit will be missed greatly by all who were privileged to know him.  His faith, humor, kindness, his love for all growing things and his commitment to social justice will live on in all those whom he touched throughout his life.

A memorial service for Alan will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 14, 2017 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church in Holway, with Rev. Amy Heinz and Rev. Ken Schmidt officiating; burial will follow at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church on Thursday, December 14, 2017 from 12:00 PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM

In lieu of flowers, the family will collect donations to Heifer International in Alan’s memory.  The organization works to empower the disenfranchised to improve their lives through animal management, sustainable agriculture and preservation of the earth’s resources. 

The family would like to sincerely thank the dedicated staff of Dycora Transitional Health in Abbotsford for their personal care for Alan for the past three years

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

DANIEL L. REICHERT

Daniel Lee Reichert, 68, of Medford, passed away Thursday November 30, 2017 in Medford.
He was born March 10, 1949 in Aurora, IL to Fabian and Marion (Leigh) Reichert. He married Sandra J. Fryklund on August 29, 1981 at United Church of Christ in Medford. Sandra survives.
Daniel is further survived by his Son: Tommy (Lauren) Reichert of Oregon, WI, Grandchildren: Hattie and Frankie Reichert, Brothers: John Reichert and Jim (Dorothy) Reichert of Medford, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Brother Dave Reichert and Sister Marlene Wilson.
Daniel worked for Wisconsin Homes in Medford, following the company relocation to Marshfield, he began working as a carpenter for several contractors in the Medford area. He and his wife owned Belker’s Bar for a brief period, and he occasionally filled in and helped at the Lounge Around. He retired in 2004.
He enjoyed playing pool, golfing, pitching in softball leagues, wood working, and fishing. He always looked forward to his annual trip to Moose Lake with his friends for “Walleye Weekend.” He had a passion for 1962 Chevrolet Corvettes.
Dan will always be remembered for his loud and deep voice. His family takes comfort in knowing he is reunited with his best friend in Heaven Doug “Dooger” Peterson.
Cremation rites have been accorded, and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday December 8, 2017 at Community United Church of Christ, Medford. Pastor Mary Jo Laabs will officiate. Visitation will be held at Community United Church of Christ on Friday morning from 9:00 AM until the time or service at 11:00 AM.
Memorial donations in honor of Daniel can be given to his 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