KAREN A. FETTES

 

Karen Ann Fettes, 53, of Stetsonville, passed away Sunday December 30, 2018 at her home, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care, due to complications from Multiple Sclerosis.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday January 5, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville. Father Michael Hayden will officiate. Visitation will be held that morning at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of Mass at Noon.

Karen was born October 10, 1965 in Medford, WI to John and Katherine (Kowalewski) Boehlen. She is a 1984 Graduate of Medford Sr. High. She graduated from Elgin Community College with an Associates of Applied Science in Nursing. She married Allen J. Fettes on January 11, 1986 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Allen survives.

She is further survived by her Children: James (Amber) Fettes of Stetsonville, Amber Lynn Fettes Ottawa, IL,Grandchildren Saige and Silas Fettes of Stetsonville, Mother Katherine Boehlen of Stetsonville, Siblings: Dianne (Tom) Gabavics of Oshkosh, Lawrence Boehlen of Dorchester, Roger (Cindy) Boehlen of Medford, Rita (Brian) Bunkleman of Stetsonville, Parents in Law James and Elda Lou Fettes of Stetsonville, Brothers and Sisters in Law Terry (Karen) Fettes of Medford, Patrick (Lily) Fettes of Johnsburg, IL, Renee (Shannon) Abraham of Harrieta, MI.

Karen is preceded in death by her Father John Boehlen and Sister Martha Trulhar.

Karen worked at Sherman Hospital in Elgin as a Registered Nurse for 10 years. In 1997, Karen and Allen moved back to Stetsonville and Karen worked for Medford Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed traveling, especially to her vacation home in South Padre Island, Texas. She enjoyed time spent with her family, especially kids and grandkids. Karen loved to bake, and made an outstanding eclair dessert.

She was a member of the Multiple Sclerosis Society and Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Memorial donations in honor of Karen can be given to the Multiple Sclerosis Society or to Easterseals.

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOU ANN JARI

Lou Ann Jari, 80, of Medford, passed away on December 29, 2018 at Clark County Rehab. 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

STEVEN EUGENE KLEMM

NAME OF DECEASED:  STEVEN EUGENE KLEMM      AGE:  58

 

ADDRESS:  Whitehall, WI; A former Medford resident

 

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH:  Saturday, December 15 at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center, La Crosse, where he had been a patient for the past 9 days

 

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial services will take place at 11 AM on Saturday, December 22 at First Baptist Church, Medford

 

OFFICIATING:  Pastor Tim Becker & Pastor Brian Wipf

 

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

 

VISITATION:  First Baptist Church, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, December 22

 

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 13, 1960 at Merrill, WI

 

EDUCATION: 1979 graduate of Medford Sr. High School and later attended UW-Marshfield (Wood County), UW-Marathon Co., and UW-River Falls

 

MARRIAGE: Never married

 

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Steve worked at Marathon Cheese in Medford and later enrolled in the US Army where he received an honorable discharge.  Steve had a long career as a truck driver which he enjoyed and was successful at.  He drove for a variety of companies which included Allied Van Lines, Graebel Van Lines, Tombstone Pizza & Weathershield.

Throughout his live, he was a huge sports fan, cheering on the Packers & Badgers. He also enjoyed attending local stock car races.  His favorite baseball team was Wausau’s Wisconsin Woodchucks, who he had the opportunity to work for.  Steve also showed his competitive spirit by playing in local basketball and softball leagues (where he liked to show off his cannon for an arm)!  Over the years, he could be seen working as a referee for a variety of age levels.  Steve valued his family, friends and those same people will truly miss him!

 

MEMBER OF:  First Baptist Church, Medford

 

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sandra (Bruce) Ross of Medford, Sherry Klemm of Rapid City, SD, Scott (Sherry) Klemm of Mosinee, Shane (Marlene) Klemm of Westboro, and Sally Klemm

 

SURVIVING PARENTS:  Mother – Beatrice A. (Sunderlin) Klemm of Medford

 

DECEASED FATHER:   Eugene “Doc” S. Klemm in 2007

 

OTHER INFORMATION:  He is further survived by one niece, ten nephews and many family and friends

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CLIFFORD W. ZENNER

Clifford W. Zenner, 92, of Medford, passed away on December 17, 2018 at Aspirus Hospital in Medford.

Clifford was born on May 12, 1926 to William and Kunda (Koestner) Zenner in the Township of Hammel. He graduated Medford High School in 1944. He married Elaine Gebert on September 27, 1947 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville; she preceded him in death on April 14, 2015.

After high school Clifford worked on the family farm until 1983. After farming he worked at J. Bauer Trucking and the U.S. Forestry Department for a period of time until retiring in 2006.

Clifford was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. In his spare time he enjoyed spending time in the woods, cutting firewood, and listening to Molly B.

Clifford is survived by his children, Sandy (Gordon) Bach and Kurt (Lori) Zenner, both of Medford, Mary Mertes of Kaukauna, and Lee (Joyce) Zenner of Hastings, MN., eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Clifford is preceded in death by his brother, Clayton, sister, Alvina and her husband Walter, and a son-in-law Dave Mertes.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 21, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father Phil Juza officiating. Burial will take place a later date at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Little Black. Visitation will take place on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford chapel, from 4:00 PM until the time of a Catholic Prayer Service at 7:00 PM. Visitation will continue at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 10:00 AM until the time of Mass 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

KENNETH G. SPERL

Kenneth G. Sperl, 84, of Medford, passed away Wednesday December 12, 2018 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Cremation rites have been accorded, and a Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM, Thursday December 20, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held that morning at the church from 9:30 until the time of Mass at 11:00.
Ken was born November 9, 1934 in the Town of Little Black to Louis and Theresea (Rothamer) Sperl. He graduated from Holy Rosary Schools. On October 26, 1957, Ken married Margaret Gillis at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Athens. Margaret preceded Ken in death on July 16, 2007.
He is survived by his Sons: John(Kimberly) of Weston, Kevin and Mitchell (Cindy) both of Medford, Grandchildren: Brad Kolecheck, Patrick Sperl, Brittany Sperl, Jeffrey Kolecheck, Dustin Sperl, Sister Donna Seidel of Medford, and Special Friend Marcie Poirier of Medford.
Ken is further preceded in death by his Parents, Daughter and Son in Law Judy (Joe) Kolecheck, Siblings: Eleanor Sherfield, Robert Sperl and Margie Halopka.
Ken owned and operated his own dairy farm with Margaret in the Town of Little Black until moving to the city of Medford. While running the farm, he also worked for Sturdy Craft Window Company. Ken then went on to work for the Taylor County Highway Department where he drove trucks and snow plow. He enjoyed small game hunting, playing cards, watching gameshows and had a strong passion for fishing.
He was a member of the Catholic faith, and a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Kenneth 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

JON "JACK" M. BRANDNER

Jon “Jack” M. Brandner, age 78 of Medford, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Tuesday, December 11 at his residence in the City of Medford under the care of Hope Hospice. Jack was born on April 7, 1940 in Medford, the son of John H. and Lenore (Mueller) Brandner.
Jack is survived by his wife of 54+ years, Joanne (Long) Brandner, married on September 5, 1964. God bless their children, Nicholas (Amy) Brandner of Medford and Ryan (Paola) Brandner of Wausau & grandchildren, Hannah, Bailey, Paige, Lacey & Kenneth Brandner.
He is further survived by siblings, Marjean Bootzin of Marshfield, Carol (Wayne) Engel of Medford, Robert Brandner of Medford and Paul Brandner of Tucson, AZ. He is further survived by in-laws, Rhodona (Richard) Murphy of Friendship, James (Beverly) Long of Eagle River, cousins, aunts/uncles, nieces & nephews.
His many true friends meant so much to him as he thought of them as buddies who gave him a second chance (probably on the golf course).
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, father/mother-in-law Fred & Esther (Gehrig) Long, brother-in-law, Ivan Bootzin, nephew, Christopher Murphy and many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends.
As requested by Jack, there will be a private family only memorial service at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford at a later date. His cremated remains will be interred at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

IRENE MAY ONSAGER

Irene May Onsager, 92, of Stetsonville, passed away at her home on December 10, 2018.

She was born on August 14, 1926 in Jump River, to Bennie and Blanche (Miller) Anderson. She was a graduate of Medford High School.

She married Norman M. Onsager on January 29, 1945, who preceded her in death on April 2, 1988.

During her life she enjoyed raising her kids (for the most part), spending time with her husband, gardening, and doing needle work.

She is survived by her children, Thomas (Kayon) Onsager of Tacoma, WA, Bonnie Halopka of Dorchester, Carol (Paul) Jorgenson of Eagan, MN, Michael (Evelyn) Onsager of Wisconsin Rapids, Clifton (Kathy) Onsager of Louisville, KY, Melvin (Kathy) Onsager of Medford, and Pamela (Joseph) Vopravil of Hartford; sisters, Alice Miller of Tampa, FL, Evelyn Dumke of Woodstock, GA, and Lillian Mahoney of Willis, TX. She is further survived by 17 grandchildren, 6 step-grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, 13 step-great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Irene is preceded in death by her 4 children, Alvin, Norris, Sue, and Patricia, 2 brothers Art, and Carl, and 2 sisters Pauline and Edith.

A memorial service for Irene will take place at 1:00 PM on Saturday, December 15, 2018 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Russow officiating; burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery I. Visitation will take place at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church on Saturday, December 15, 2018 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Irene’s name may be given to Hope Hospice & Palliative Care.

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

BEVERLY “BEV” A. SCHROEDER

NAME OF DECEASED: BEVERLY “BEV” A. SCHROEDER AGE: 70

ADDRESS: Claret Court, Stevens Point, WI; A former Medford area resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Sunday, December 9 at House of the Dove, hospice house, Marshfield where she had resided for the past 4 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Friday, December 14 at Divine Word Evangelical Lutheran Church, 2501 Plover Springs Drive, Plover, WI 54467

OFFICIATING: Pastor Scott Wolfram

VISITATION: Divine Word Ev. Lutheran Church, Plover from 4-7 PM on Thursday, December 13

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 17, 1948 at Medford

EDUCATION: Stetsonville, WI area elementary schools, and was a 1966 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: June 7, 1969 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford to Dale L. Schroeder and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she worked at Farmers State Bank in Stetsonville. Then she was a bookkeeper for Co-op Transport in Stetsonville. Then she worked as director of membership services for the United States Curling Association office in Stevens Point until her retirement. They moved to Stevens Point in September of 2005. She was active with her husband in the WI Lions Foundation. She served as Medford and Stevens Point boys and girls high school curling coach for a period of years, winning numerous state titles. Was active in State & National woman’s curling both as a participant and in governing. Was active in State & National Jr. Curling and was part of the US Jr. teams that participated in 13 World Jr. Championships as either a team leader or coach. In 1999, she received the National Coach of the Year award, selected by the National Woman’s Sports Foundation. She closed her coaching career as the head coach of the High Performance Jr. Woman’s team and led them to back-to-back National Championships. Her true passion was her affiliation with Jr. Curling & helping young curlers develop both as athletes and adults. As much as she accomplished in curling, her proudest legacy was being a wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed traveling, art, music, all sporting events, golf, tennis and snowmobiling and most of all, being with her family.

MEMBER OF: Divine Word Ev. Lutheran Church, Plover; Lifetime member of the Medford Curling Club; Past president of Medford Curling Club and its Ladies Lockets; Past member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford and its church choir

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Dale L. Schroeder of Stevens Point, WI

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Troy (Kiersten) Schroeder of Minneapolis, MN
2 Granddaughters – Sydney & Sophie Schroeder of Minneapolis

CHILDREN DECEASED: Daughter-in-law: Amy Schroeder

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Steven (Gloria) Lindahl of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother – Lloyd Lindahl; Sister-in-law: Gail Lindahl

SURVIVING MOTHER: Shirley (Kleist) Lindahl of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Walter “Butch” L. Lindahl

URNBEARERS: Kate Metz and Kathy Hemer
Honorary Urnbearers: Gloria Lindahl, Patty Henning, Evett Hartvig, Lori Kawleski, Irene Glodowski, Patricia Jones, Sandy Robinson, Terry Davis

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for future educational scholarships or to the WI Lions Foundation, Inc.
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JANET I. HEISLER

Janet Irene Heisler, 75, of Medford, passed away Tuesday December 4, 2018 at Aspirus Rehab Care in Medford.

A memorial service for Janet will be take place at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville on Monday December 10, 2018 at 2:00 PM, with Reverend Richard Russow officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Ev. Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday, December 10th, 2018 from 12:00  PM until the time of service at 2:00 PM.

Janet was born on August 29, 1943 and was adopted by Adolf and Eleanora (Berner) Hoffmann.  On June 16, 1973, Janet married Clarence Heisler at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church and was later divorced. Janet was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church and Immanuel Lutheran Church. Janet’s faith has always been an important aspect in her life. Janet served in the choir, as a soloist, and sang in duets with her daughter. Janet had a passion for music, she loved listening to Elvis, specifically his gospels.

Janet adored her family, especially her grandchildren, Alexus and Michael, and was an avid animal lover.

Janet is survived by her daughter, Rebecca (Jamie) Dohrwardt of Medford; grandchildren Alexus (Dustin Kayhart) and Michael (Gabby Kummer) Dohrwardt of Medford; brother Warren Hoffmann of Medford and several cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Memorial donations in Janet’s name may be given to the Sunday School Department of Zion Lutheran Church.

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

LESLIE C. STURZ

Leslie C. Sturz of Abbotsford, 86, passes away on Monday, December 3, 2018 at the Marshfield Medical Center. A private burial 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

EDNA M. EHLERT KROHN

NAME OF DECEASED: EDNA M. EHLERT KROHN AGE: 95

ADDRESS: Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 8:00 AM on Monday, December 3 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where she had resided for the past 5 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 8 at First Baptist Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor Brian Wipf

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at a later date in Meadowbrook Cemetery, Gilman

VISITATION: First Baptist Church, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, December 8

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 3, 1923 at Durango, Iowa

EDUCATION: Bellinger School, Town of Taft

MARRIAGE: 1st: September 8, 1942 at Santa Anna, CA to George H. Ehlert and they were later divorced; 2nd: October 11, 1988 at First Baptist Church, Medford to Orie A. Krohn and he preceded her in death May 9, 2010

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she helped on the family farm and later worked as a nanny in the Chicago area. After her 1st marriage, she worked for an airplane manufacturer in California. They returned to the Town of Taft where they farmed and she worked full time as a housewife & mother. Moved to Medford in 1956 where she later worked for Memorial Hospital in the laundry department for 12 years until her retirement. She enjoyed her grandchildren, great grandchildren, birds, flowers and gardening.

MEMBER OF: First Baptist Church, Medford and its Golden Agers

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Glory (Roger) Adams of Eau Claire, Edith Ehlert of Ferryville, WI & Diane (Sam Cacioppo) Ehlert of Medford; Daughter-in-law: Jayne Ehlert of Medford
Step-Children: Bryce (Patricia) Krohn of New Brighton, MN; Bonnie (Gerald) Balciar of Parker, CO; Lynette (David) Lekie of Las Vegas, NV; Lois (Mark) Ruesch of Medford; Hilda (Jeffrey) Heglund of Menomonee Falls; Nyla (John) Gebert
of Wausau; Lonna (Frank Szupica) Jonas of Racine; Robert (Carol) Krohn of Orlando, FL; William (Joan) Krohn of Mukwonago, WI;

CHILDREN DECEASED: 2 Sons – Gene Ehlert in 2015 and 1 in infancy; 2 step-great grandchildren

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 & 23 Step GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 16 & 45 Step

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters - Beulah Ehlert of Thorp & Janet Nuemeister of Dubuque, Iowa

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother – LeRoy Launspach

DECEASED FATHER: William Launspach DECEASED MOTHER: Clara Eva (Hammel) Launspach

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a tree to be planted in the City of Medford riverwalk
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MILDRED I. SCHLOSSER

Mildred Irene Schlosser, 101, of Rib Lake, passed away Sunday December 2, 2018 at Rib Lake Health Services, where she had resided for the last 5 years.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday December 7, 2018 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake. Father Otto Bucher will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Mildred’s Grandsons: David Schlosser, Steve Schlosser and Craig Schlosser, Great Granddaughter Anna Klemann, Great Grandson Daniel Schlosser, and Grandson in Law David Miess. Visitation will be held Friday morning from 9:30 AM until the time of mass at Good Shepherd Church.
Mildred was born on March 23, 1917 to Andrew and Alma Johnson. She was the ninth child of ten siblings. She attended Sunnyside School in the Ogema area and dreamed of one day becoming a teacher. Mildred married Raymond W. Schlosser on April 27, 1936. The couple settled in the Town of Rib Lake, and lived there for 70 plus years. Two sons were born Ray Jr. and Russell. Mildred was a homemaker, a master pie baker, gardener, wife, mother and good friend to all who knew her.
Ray and Mildred were married for 63 years. The couple loved to dance! Mildred enjoyed trips to casinos, garage sales, visits from relatives and friends. She enjoyed card games with neighbor Pauline, Chinese restaurants and shopping for pretty clothes. She enjoyed her Grandchildren, and Great Grandchildren, even two Great Great Grandchildren the most. She always made sure they had enough well-wrapped gifts under the tree at Christmas time.
Mildred will be dearly missed by her Son Raymond Jr. (Mary Ann) Schlosser of Rib Lake, Daughter in Law Nancy Schlosser of Plover, her five Grandchildren, nine Great Grandchildren, and two Great Great Grandchildren, also special nieces Kathleen Rindt, Catherine Siemeck and Sharon Neumann.
Mildred was preceded in death by her beloved husband Raymond Sr., her son Russell, her Parents Andrew and Alma, and Siblings Lillian, Elmer, Ruth, Walter, Bert, Alice, Arthur, Minnie and Virginia.
She was of the Catholic faith, and a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

RICHARD E. CLARKSON

NAME OF DECEASED: RICHARD E. CLARKSON AGE: 88

ADDRESS: Gibson Street, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Wednesday, November 28 at his residence in the Town of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, December 3 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will also be military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, December 3

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 6, 1930 at Bloomer, WI

EDUCATION: Owen, Abbotsford, Westboro & Medford schools

MARRIAGE: 1st: At Tripoli, Africa to Liz Allendorf of Germany and they were divorced in 1990; 2nd: October 10, 2010 at Medford to Grace M. Paul and she preceded him in death on January 10, 2016

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he entered the US Air Force and served from 1948 to 1952 serving in Alaska and Germany. While residing in Germany, he worked for Dynelectron for 18 years. Then he moved to California and worked for 22 years at Lockheed until retirement in 1991. He then moved to Medford and enjoyed dancing, polka music, horseshoes, bowling, bean bags, pool & building beverage can airplanes.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; Medford VFW; He also was a member of the Medford Area Military Honors Team for many years. EAA of Oshkosh, WI; Medford Senior Center

SURVIVING CHILDREN: adopted son – Eric Clarkson of Las Vegas, NV
Step-children: Roger Paul of Hubertus, Bruce Paul of Stetsonville, Lee (Karen) Paul of Medford and Tammy (Dennis) Frey of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 step GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 11 step
GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 1 step

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Lloyd (Lois) Clarkson of Dorchester, Doris (John) Nephew of Michigan, Harvey (Johnny) Clarkson of Georgia, Allen (Rosina) Clarkson of Illinois, Dianne (Glen) Abbott of California

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Janet Gettings, Marcella Mathias, Benny & Gerald Clarkson

DECEASED FATHER: Edgar Lewis Clarkson DECEASED MOTHER: Verna Margaret (Anderson) Clarkson

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LEROY A. BROST

LeRoy A. Brost, 85, of Medford, passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2018 at Our House in Medford under the care of Hope Hospice.

LeRoy was born on January 11, 1933 to Anton and Margaret (Enders) Brost in Medford. He graduated from Medford High School in 1952. After graduating he drove truck for Al Ruesch and Kleist trucking. He was drafted into the Army in 1953. He completed his basic training at Camp Gordon in Savanah, GA. He then went to Camp Hanford in Seattle, WA to be a clerk typist. In 1954 he went to Tokyo, Japan to Camp Drake and served as a clerk typist in the message center. In 1955 he became a business partner with his brothers at Gelhaus & Brost Chevrolet, where he was a mechanic for 38 years until his retirement in 1993. He married Inez Budimlija on May 9, 1959, they were later divorced.

He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, and the Medford VFW. In his spare time he enjoyed restoring vintage cars, attending car shows, and auto races.

Leroy is survived by his two sons, Jeff (Linda) Brost of Medford and Jack (Michelle) Brost of Eleva; grandchildren, Josie Brost, Jordan Brost, Ryan (Kelsey) Brost, and Lea (Alex) Gowey; great-grandchildren, Paisley and Max Gowey and Rhyatt Brost. Leroy is further survived by his sibling, Vernon Brost, Allen Brost, and Arlyle Mayer, and many other family and friends.

Leroy is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Lambert “Red” Brost, Tom Brost, Rita Werner, Peg Tuma, and Marlene Dettmering.

A memorial service for Leroy will take place at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at 7:00 PM, with Pastor David Clements officiating. Burial will take place at a later date at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Hemer Funeral Home on Thursday, November 29, 2018 from 4:00 PM until the time of service at 7:00 PM. Military Honor will be performed by the Medford VFW at 4:00 PM.

Memorial donation in Leroy’s name may 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

SHIRLEY I. MEYER

Shirley I. Meyer, 82, of Medford, passed away Saturday November 24, 2018 at Dycora Transitional Health in Abbotsford, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday November 30, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Pastor David Clements will officiate. Burial will follow in the Perkinstown Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the funeral home.
Shirley was born May 25, 1936 in Perkinstown, WI to William and Ruby (Redwine) Meyer. She is a 1954 graduate of Hannibal High School. She married Leslie “Buddy” Duesing and later divorced, and then married Glenn Copeland and later divorced.
She is survived by her children: Diana (Daren Horton) Anderson, David (Deb) Duesing, Kathy (Dave) Kenyon all of Medford, Ken (Shelia) Duesing of Merrill; Grandchildren: Eric and Cory Anderson, Rachel Nikkila, Dakota Kenyon, Kelly Duesing, Kayla Sasse; 7 Great Grandchildren; Siblings: Irma Nosko of Owen, Don (Lana) Meyer of Holcombe, Esther Clarkson of Minocqua, and Lester (Mary) Meyer of Holcombe, and many nieces and nephews.
Shirley is preceded in death by her Parents; 3 Grandchildren: Misti and Heidi Anderson, Jay Duesing; Siblings: Enola Westrich and Raymond Meyer.
Shirley worked as a waitress for over 14 years at the Black Bear in Medford, and also owned and operated Shirley’s Restaurant. She enjoyed fishing, hunting, crafting, knitting, crocheting, gardening and taking to trips to the casino. She enjoyed watching gameshows especially The Price is Right and Jeopardy. She loved spending time and having sleepovers with her grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Shirley 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

HENRY F. THUMS

NAME OF DECEASED: HENRY F. THUMS AGE: 76

ADDRESS: N6697 Timber Drive, Rib Lake, WI; A Township of Greenwood resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Friday morning, November 23 at Rib Lake Health Services where he had resided for the past 5 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 27 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Rev. James Langebartels

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake from 4-7 PM on Monday, November 26 and also from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, November 27

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 21, 1942 in the Township of Greenwood

EDUCATION: Highland Elementary School, Township of Greenwood and was a 1960 graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: February 23, 1963 at the St. John’s Lutheran Church parsonage in Rib Lake to Donna Mae Schreiner

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he did logging work for Baldy Haenel, Owens & Illinois and Ron Smuggala until retiring in 2004. He also farmed in the Town of Greenwood and did backhoe work in the area for 40 years.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling & horseshoes.

MEMBER OF: St. John’s Lutheran Church of Rib Lake where he was financial secretary for many years. Past member of the Rough Riders, various bowling and horseshoe leagues.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Donna M. Thums of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Jeannine (Terry Schultz) Thums of Weston, Randy (Dawn) Thums of Rib Lake, Allen (Melissa) Thums of Schofield & Dan Thums of Rib Lake

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2 – Justin & Nicholas Thums

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brothers – Willie (Diane) Thums, Jr. of Rib Lake, Dennis (Cheryl) Thums of Rhinelander & Bruce (Donna) Thums of Dorchester; Sisters – Armella Berger of Medford, Virginia (Leon) Birch of Medford, Rosie (Jerry) Dvorak of Tomahawk, Vickie (Roger) Oates of Rib Lake
Sisters-in-law: Vi Thums of Rib Lake & Shirley Thums of Westboro

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Earl, Ed & Dale Thums; Sisters – Lucille Olson, Caroline Martinez, Clara, Lorraine & Kathleen Thums

DECEASED FATHER: William Thums, Sr. DECEASED MOTHER: Clara (Haider) Thums

PALLBEARERS: David Schubert, Terry Schultz, Justin, Nicholas, Randy, Allen & Dan Thums

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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SCOTT J. BRANDL

Scott J. Brandl, 54, of Thorp, passed away Saturday November 17, 2018.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday November 24, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Rev. Richard Russow will officiate. Visitation will be held at the funeral home that morning from 9:00 AM until the time of service.

Scott was born July 3, 1964 in Medford, WI to Richard and Phyllis (Moore) Brandl. He is a graduate of Colby High School. He married Tammie Zielinski in 1986, and later divorced. He then married Katherine Powers on April 9, 2010 in Woodstock, IL. Katherine proceeded him in death on May 26, 2015.

He is survived by his children: Matt (Enita) Brandl, Tyler (Brittney) Brandl both of Medford, Morgan Brandl of Thorp, 7 Grandchildren, Mother Phyllis (Ed) Faber of Medford, Step Mother Beverly Brandl of Colby, Step Children: Melisa Reynolds of Athens, Steven (Amber) Reynolds of Colby, Sisters: Sharon (Dean) Hommel of Medford, Joyce (John Levins) Brandl of Watertown, and Tonya Brandl of Gilman.

Scott is further preceded in death by his Father Richard Brandl and his Grandparents.

Scott was a member of the Army National Guard in which he served for 16 years from May of 1982 to February of 1998. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Sergeant. He was a laborer at Hurd Millwork for 20 years. He then attended Chippewa Valley Technical College where he got his CDL. He then went on to work for J. Bauer Trucking and Prochnow Trucking.

Scott had a passion for the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing.

Memorial donations in honor of Scott can be given to his 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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GEORGE J. TROIBER

George J. Troiber, 94, of Rib Lake, passed away on November 9, 2018 at his residence, surrounded by his family, under the care of Hope Hospice & Palliative Care.

George was born on June, 20 1924 to Michael and Cecilia (Trumm) Troiber in Birnamwood. He attended St. Dominic’s grade school and later Forest Grove grade school in the Town of Holway. He married Jeanette “Nettie” Fritsche on October 3, 1953 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville. She preceded him in death on January 26, 2014. His family owned the Ace of Clubs in the Town of Holway. George worked various manufacturing jobs including, Franklin’s Service and Sales in Prentice, Harvey Company, and National Presto Company in Eau Claire.

In his spare time George enjoyed hunting, fishing, spending time with his family, and was a past member of the Olkives Horseshoe Team.

George is survived by five sons, Phillip Troiber of Edgar, Matthew (Robin) Troiber of Hannibal, Wayne (Iva Jean) Troiber and James (Noreen) Troiber, both of Medford, and Bradley (Gail) Troiber of Owen; three daughters, Ann (John) Lemke of Medford, Karen Troiber, and Jenny Troiber, both of Casper, WY; 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by many other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents George is preceded in death by his great-grandson, Jonathan Jones, brother, Vernon Troiber, and sister-in-law Ruth Troiber.

A memorial Mass for George will take place at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Father Otto Bucher officiating. Burial will take place at a later date at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the Town of Holway. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church 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

LUDWIG M. MACIK

Ludwig M. Macik, 85, of Medford, passed away Saturday November 10, 2018 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday November 15, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Burial will follow in Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12 Noon until the time of services at 2:00.
Ludwig was born May 16, 1933 in Goodrich, WI to Jerry and Agnes (Cech) Macik. He is a 1951 graduate of Medford High School.
He is survived by Niece Joan (Bill) Krohn of Mukwanago, Nephews Jon Macik of Medford and Kenneth (Jennifer) Burisek of the Town of Deer Creek, further survived by several Great and Great Great Nieces and Nephews.
Ludwig is preceded in death by his Parents, Sisters Marth Macik, Ruth Burisek and Brother George Macik.
Ludwig owned and operated his own dairy farm in the Town of Goodrich. In the winters he enjoyed being out doing woods work. He also had a strong passion for hunting and trapping.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Ludwig can be given to the National Kidney Foundation.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

JOHN “JACK” B. MOLITOR

NAME OF DECEASED: JOHN “JACK” B. MOLITOR AGE: 85

ADDRESS: Dycora Transitional Health, Abbotsford, WI 54405

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 4:30 AM Thursday, November 8 at Dycora Transitional Health, Abbotsford where he had resided for the past 7 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, November 13 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

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

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, November 13

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 10, 1932 at Medford

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary elementary school and Molitor Elementary School, Town of Hammel; graduate of St Nazianz Seminary, Manitowoc County, WI

MARRIAGE: previously married and later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he moved to Milwaukee and worked as a computer tech for Bell Telephone and later ATT until his retirement. In 2012 he moved to Golden Living Nursing Home in Abbotsford. He enjoyed birds, flowers, gardening and baseball games.

MEMBER OF: Past member of St. Franciscans Catholic Church, Milwaukee

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Son – Troy (Jenny) Molitor of Dallas, Texas; Daughter – Amy and Grandson – Evan both of Milwaukee

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Robert “Bob” (Mary) Molitor of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister – Velores Long

DECEASED FATHER: George Joseph Molitor DECEASED MOTHER: Mary Helen (Strama) Molitor

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Further survived by nieces, nephews and cousins

LINDA L. BENDER

Linda Lou Bender (nee Moh), 68, greeted her Lord and Savior and reunited with her parents on Sunday, October 28, 2018.

She was born on March 20, 1950 to Lucien and Evelyn (Doehr) Moh. Linda has two surviving sisters, Sally (Tim) Wright of Petrolia, Ontario and Mitzi Moh of Marshfield.

Linda went to parochial school in Granton and graduated from Granton High School in 1968.

She leaves behind her husband of 47 years, Dale and three children Debra Bender, Patty (Jeremiah) Lubahn, and Brian (Elizabeth) Bender.

Linda loved spending time with her 6 grandchildren, Scarlett, Ariella, Samuel, and Jacob Lubahn and Alexis and Ruby Bender. She enjoyed visiting shut-ins and singing in the church choir. It was common to find a book in her hand. Linda was known for never missing a birthday and always writing handwritten letters. She loved camping, fishing, and spending time outdoors.

Linda was a loving wife, great mom, and a fun-loving, memory making grandmother. She will be missed by many.

Funeral services for Linda will take place 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, with Pastor Steve Rutter officiating. Burial will follow at a later date. Visitation will take place on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

Memorial donation in Linda’s name may be given to the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Choir.

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

THERESIA FABER

Theresia Faber, 96, of Medford, passed away Saturday October 27, 2018 at Dycora Transitional Health in Abbotsford, under the compassionate care of Hope Hospice.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday October 30, 2018 at St. Andrews Lutheran Church in Goodrich. Pastor Ken Bittorf will officiate. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service.
Theresia was born March 22, 1922 in Forst, Germany to John and Joanna (Schmuda) Rau. She married Peter Faber on February 3, 1940 in Medford. Pete preceded her in death on May 17, 2008.
She is survived by two Daughters: Jean Thurs of Athens, Virginia (Alan) Woller of Merrill, two Sons: Henry (Jackie) of Athens and Edward (Phyllis) of Medford, 8 Grandchildren, 6 Step Grandchildren, 16 Great Grandchildren, 7 Step Great Grandchildren, 9 Great Great Grandchildren, 4 Step Great Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Theresia is further preceded in death by her Parents, Son In Law Ronald Thurs, Grandson Steven Faber, Brothers: John, Henry and Joseph Rau, Sisters: Hedwig Lechmaier, Agnes Rau and Anne Utter.
Theresia will always be remembered as a hard worker. Her and her husband Peter owned and operated a own dairy farm in the Town of Goodrich. She enjoyed gardening, canning, hunting, crochet, needlework, sewing, traveling and riding snowmobile. She especially enjoyed time spent at the cabin her and Peter built on Lake Minocqua.
She was a member of St. Andrews Lutheran Church where she served in the Ladies Aid, Farmers Union, Holstein Breeders Assn. and the Farmers Union Co-Op.
Memorial donations in honor of Theresia can be given to St. Andrews Lutheran 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

GLADYS E. PAUR

Gladys E. Paur, 92, a former Town of Browning resident, passed away on Saturday, Oct 27, 2018, at Aspirus Care and Rehab, Medford, where she had resided for almost 3 years most recently under the care of Hope Hospice. Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 30 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville, with Rev Richard Russow officiating. Visitation will take place from 4-7 PM on Monday, October 29 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford, and also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, October 30. Interment will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Medford. Serving as pallbearers will be grandsons, Tyler & Brayden Paur, Adam Smith, Josh, Connor & Zach Wierschke.
Gladys was born March 24, 1926, one of 9 children of William and Bertha (Richwalski) Brecke in the Township of Deer Creek near Stetsonville, WI. Gladys attended Pleasant Valley Elementary School in the Town of Deer Creek, and was a 1943 graduate of Dorchester High School. She attended a secretarial school in Madison, Wisconsin for 6 months. She returned to the Medford area and was employed at the County Superintendent of Schools office. After the death of her Mother in 1945, Gladys took a leave of absence to be at home to help with housekeeping and the care of her younger siblings. She returned to her job after several months. On June 12, 1948, Gladys married Emil C. Paur at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville and he preceded her in death on Nov 5, 2015.
Together they raised six children on the Paur dairy farm near Gad in the Town of Browning. Gladys enjoyed gardening, quilting and was an excellent seamstress. She was a lifetime member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville, along with its Ladies Aid. She was active in Sunny Hill Homemakers group of Gad and assisted with the Gad Go Getters 4-H Club. She also was a Town of Browning poll worker at many elections.
Gladys is survived by her children Starla (Jerry) Siegmann of Milwaukee, Bryan (Carol) Paur of Menomonie, WI, Mitchell Paur of Medford, Jill (David) Smith of Medford, Leslie (Carol) Paur, Delavan, WI, and Cynthia (Mark) Wierschke of West Salem, WI. She is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and sisters Annabelle Holme of New Berlin, Elva (Norman) Larson of Waupaca, WI, and sisters-in-law Sharon Brecke of Owen, WI and Helen Hirsch of Delavan, WI.
In addition to her husband and parents, Gladys was preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Vernon Brecke, Myron Brecke, Audrey Vircks, Stella Brecke, Myrtle Bedroske, and Mary Ann Brecke (in infancy).
The family requests memorial contributions to be given to the family for a future designation. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

KATHLEEN “KATHY” A. JESSICK

NAME OF DECEASED: KATHLEEN “KATHY” A. JESSICK AGE: 77

ADDRESS: LBJ Lane, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced at 8:15 AM on Sunday, October 21 at her residence in the Town of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, October 26 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

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

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, October 26

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 26, 1940 at St. Paul, MN

EDUCATION: Whitewater, WI schools and attended UW-Whitewater

MARRIAGE: June 12, 1965 at Weyerhaeuser, WI to George J. Jessick

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she worked as a secretary in Milwaukee until moving to Weyerhaeuser, WI. After their marriage, they resided in the Strum area where she worked at the Eau Claire Highway Dept. until moving back to Weyerhaeuser for a short period of time. In 1968, they moved to Medford and she worked as a homemaker and mother. She co-owned/operated the Mirage Boutique and also multiple assisted living facilities until her retirement in 1997. She also did community volunteer work. She enjoyed traveling, all Wisconsin sports, playing cards and spending time with family and friends.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; Ladies Golf Leagues; Red Hats

SURVIVING SPOUSE: George J. Jessick of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Dr. Timothy (Tina) Jessick of Menomonee Falls, WI and Wendy (Kevin Neumueller) Jessick of Westboro

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 3 – Eddie Brecke, IV, Garett Crayne & Madelyn Jessick
GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 1 – Sophia Grace Brecke

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Marge (John) Sauerberg of Menomonee Falls, WI

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother in infancy – Jimmy Fardy

DECEASED FATHER: James Fardy DECEASED MOTHER: Althea (Radtke) Fardy

OTHER INFORMATION: In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future local charity designation
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GERALD R. ZIEHLKE

Gerald Ray Ziehlke (Jerry), Age 89, of Medford, passed away at his home in Medford on Sunday October 14, 2018 under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

 Jerry was born on August 3, 1929 in Little Black Wisconsin to Henry Sr. and Elida (Eckdahl) Ziehlke.  Jerry went to a one room school through eighth grade.  At age 11 he worked out west in the wheat fields.  He also worked on his parent’s farm as a child.  Jerry graduated from high school at age sixteen.  He again went out west to begin his career as a Lineman.  At age 18, Jerry married the love of his life Bernadine (Bernie) Brede on August 3, 1947.  Together they had two daughters.  Jerry and Bernie worked together and had many accomplishments.  Jerry worked full-time for the Medford Electric Utility until he retired.  During those working years, they also raised mink, had a stump removal business, owned a Montgomery Ward’s Catalog Store and in later years Ziehlke’s Furniture.  He was also a self-taught carpenter and built 6 homes.  In his spare time, he loved to fish, hunt, camp and travel.  Jerry was a wonderful storyteller with a great sense of humor.

 Jerry was preceded in death by his beloved wife Bernie in 2015.  They were married 68 years and Jerry missed her every day.  Jerry was also preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Henry Jr. and Roy. 

Left to honor Jerry and remember his love are Jerry and Bernie’s two daughters, Carol (Tom) Ploeckelman, Terrie Revels (Wayne), four grandchildren Jenna (Mike) Heinz, Ron (Tracy) Ploeckelman, Matthew Czerniak and Rachel Revels.  Four Great Grandsons, Jacob and Mitchel Heinz and Adam and Andrew Ploeckelman and by his sister Sharon Frank.  Also, many in-laws, nieces and nephews. 

Jerry and his family would like to extend a very grateful thank you to the wonderful team of Caregivers who lovingly cared for Jerry and Bernie for over five years.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday October 27, 2018 at 11:00 am at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, located at 321 N. Park Avenue in Medford.  Jerry’s family will greet friends and family at the church from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Little Black.

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

EDWIN "EDDIE" E. EMSTROM, JR.

Edwin “Eddie” E. Emstrom, Jr., 83, of Perkinstown, passed away on October 8, 2018 at Aspirus Hospital Medford.

Eddie was born on March 14, 1935 to Edwin Sr. and Pearl (Andrews) Emstrom in Perkinstown . He attended Hannibal and Perkinstown schools. He farmed on the family homestead throughout his childhood. After high school he joined the Army and served in Korea from 1958 – 1960 as a tank driver. He then joined the reserves for 6 years. After his military service he worked at the American Motors Company in Milwaukee for 1 year. He then moved back to the homestead, where he took care of his parents and started working at Hurd Windows and Doors. He worked at Hurd for 3 years before joining the Taylor County Highway Department in 1970. He worked at the Highway department for 26 years until his retirement in 1996.

In his spare time he enjoyed farming, especially chickens, playing bingo, attending community events, playing cards, and spending time with family and friends.

Eddie is survived by his sisters, Elin Sanders of Abbotsford, Ella Fischer of Medford; nephews, Fred (Kelly) Emstrom of Medford, Teddy (Dawn) Fischer of Port Washington, and Ned (Janet) Fischer of Chippewa Falls; niece, Nancy (Bill) Sarring of Port Washington; step-niece Connie (Ray) Griesbach of Rhinelander,; step-nephew Jan (Barb) Armstrong of Medford. Eddie is further survived by many other family and friends.

Eddie is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Fred (Clara) Emstrom; brothers-in-law Ted Fischer and Robert Sanders; nephews, Robbie Sanders, Andy Fischer, and Jeff Armstrong.

Funeral Services for Eddie will take place at 1:00 PM on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home – Medford Chapel, with Pastor Nancy Amacher officiating. Burial will follow at Perkinstown Community Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Eddie’s name may be given to the family for use 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

LeRoy E. Tlusty

　

　

LeRoy E. Tlusty, 83, of Madison, a former town of Chelsea resident, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, surrounded by his children at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, where he had been a patient for the past week. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 12 at OLPH Catholic Church, W5409 Whittlesey Ave., Medford with Father Phil Juza officiating. Visitation will take place at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-9 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 11, where there will be a 7 p.m. Catholic rosary service held that evening. Visitation will continue on Friday at the church in Whittlesey from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Interment will take place at OLPH Catholic Cemetery in the township of Chelsea. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Tristan Douglas, LeRoy Tlusty, Joshua and Myles Oliver and Heather and Cameron Heiser.

LeRoy was born on June 11, 1935 in Rib Lake to Elizabeth M. (Pinsch) and Ernest P. Tlusty. He attended the town of Chelsea elementary schools and was a graduate of Medford High School. He married Katherine J. Spieles in Chelsea and they were later divorced. He married Barbara Helmbrecht and they were later divorced. After his education he worked the pipeline while residing in various locations across the country. For 20 years he worked maintenance at JCPenney’s, followed by similar roles at Harlan Sprague Dawley and the UW Hospital before his retirement. After retirement he resided in both the Portage and Madison areas. He enjoyed flower gardening, feeding the birds, fishing, hunting, bingo and puzzles.

LeRoy is survived by his children, Sandy (Sean) Heiser of Edgerton, Shirley (Paul Talboom) Oliver of Watertown, Jeff Tlusty of Madison and Sherry (Brad) Douglas of Portage; 10 grandchildren, Joshua, Kymm, Myles, Heather, Jasmine, Cameron, Tristan, Robert, LeRoy and Brandy; and 13 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents and step-father, Theodore Molitor, LeRoy was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Annette Tlusty; grandchildren, Trevor and Lucas (in infancy); and a sister, Elizabeth Tlusty in infancy

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