LAWRENCE E. STETTLER

Lawrence Stettler, a resident of Colby Retirement Community, passed away on February 25, 2018 at Dycora Transitional Health and Living in Abbotsford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 AM on Thursday, March 1 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Abbotsford with Father Charles Hiebl officiating. Burial will follow at the Abbotsford Public Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Thursday, March 1.
Lawrence was born on December 19, 1934, to Victor and Marie (Hunger) Stettler in the Town of Hull, Marathon County. He attended Riverview School and graduated from Colby High School in 1952. He was a graduate of Taylor County Teachers College in Medford and UW-Stevens Point with a degree in elementary education. He received his Masters’ Degree in Elementary Administration from UW-Madison.
He taught in rural schools (Pickard, Wright, and Pleasant Hill) in the Abbotsford area before becoming teacher/principal at the Abbotsford Elementary School for 24 years. He then became principal at Holy Rosary School in Medford, also St. Louis School in Dorchester serving a total of 51 years in education.
Lawrence served in the Wisconsin National Guard for six years and was on active duty in Fort Lewis, Washington during the Berlin Crisis in 1961-1962.
Lawrence married Adelle Schaefer on August 6, 1958 in St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan. They enjoyed 59 years together.
Lawrence loved working in his woods, gardening, raising beef cattle, taking bus trips, playing cards, reading and visiting with his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Adelle, children: Vicky (Mark) Calmes, David (Ella) Stettler, Julie (Kevin) Ellenbecker, and Kevin (Donna) Stettler. He is further survived by eight grandchildren: Tiffani, Brittani, Lyddia, Ashley, Emily, Bailey, Alex and Michael, nine great grandchildren, two sisters-in-law, Sharon Pupp and Elaine Rueden, along with many nieces & nephews.
His parents, brother John and sister, Loretta Weller preceded him in death.
Hemer Funeral Home of Medford is entrusted with the arrangements. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

ADELLA B. MOEN

Adella B. Moen, 84, of Medford, passed away at her home on Tuesday February 20, 2018 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice.
Adella was born February 19, 1934 in Spooner, WI. She is a graduate of Spooner High School. She married Donald E. Moen on July 23, 1953 in Trego, WI. Donald preceded her in death on April 27, 2015.
She is survived by her children: Donald ( Ilona) Moen of Cochran, WI, Patty (John “David”) Neubauer of Medford, WI, Jerry (Erin) Moen of Benson, AZ, Dawn (Keith) Lipinski of Athens, WI, James “Jim” Moen of Medford, WI, Henry Moen of Stetsonville, WI, 22 Grandchildren, 48 Great Grandchildren, 5 Great Great Grandchildren, and her beloved dogs Ginger and Buddy.
Adella worked as a waitress for the Lamplighter Supper Club and went on to work in the lab at Foremost. She then stayed at home and raised her children. She enjoyed working in her and Don’s flower and vegetable gardens. She loved to cook food to share with her family and passed on the art of canning vegetables from her garden to her Grandchildren. She last worked in custodial care at the Taylor County Courthouse.
Adella also liked to crochet, complete puzzles, and keeping up with friends and family on Facebook. Her family was most important to her, especially all her grandchildren.
Cremation rites have been accorded, and a celebration of life will take place this Summer at the Mondeaux Dam Recreation Area. Burial of cremated remains will take place at the Perkinstown Cemetery.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

ELAINE T. ERVIN

NAME OF DECEASED: ELAINE T. ERVIN AGE: 81

ADDRESS: Kennedy Street, Lot #107, Rib Lake, WI 54470

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Monday, February 19 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital where she had been a patient for the past 1 day

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 10:00 AM on Monday, February 26 at Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake Chapel

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Rib Lake Chapel from 9 AM until the time of services at 10 AM on Monday, February 26

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 8, 1936 at Chicago, IL

EDUCATION: Chicago area elementary schools, graduate of Madonna High School, Chicago, IL

MARRIAGE: at Chicago, IL to Jack D. Ervin and he preceded her in death June 12, 2001

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: She clerked at an A & P Grocery Store in Chicago for a period of time. For most of her life she worked as a housewife & mother while residing in the Chicago area. She moved to Rib Lake in 2003. She enjoyed reading, cooking and baking.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Edward Ervin of Chicago, Bernadine Lavelle of Chicago, Anna Ervin of Chicago, John (Roxanne) Ervin of Rib Lake, Daniel (Christina) Ervin of Chicago

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Gerald Ervin in 1981

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 19 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 18

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Richard & Edward Gasiorowski, Ann Goseweiler, Louise Gross

DECEASED FATHER: Stanley Gasiorowski DECEASED MOTHER: Ann (maiden name unknown)

PALLBEARERS: Family members

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MARGARET "MARGIE" J. FRISCHMANN

Margie Frischmann passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Care Partners in Medford, WI.

She was born Margaret J. Thomsen on July 1, 1925 in Medford, Wisconsin to William and Barbara Thomsen. She married Eldor Frischmann on September 24, 1947 in the Holy Rosary rectory. Together they farmed for 59 years.

Margie is survived by her sister in law, Beverly Thomsen and many nieces and nephews who she loved very much.

She is predeceased by her husband, parents, six sisters: Minnie Boeck, Josie Jochimsen, Clara Cypher, Marie Bischoff, Evelyn Hartman, and Lorraine Nehiba and one brother, Bill Thomsen.

A memorial mass will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church; burial will take place at Chelsea Community Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

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

LESTER L. JUDNIC

Lester L. Judnic, 85, of Merrill, formerly of Rib Lake, passed away Thursday February 15, 2018 at Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital in Merrill.
Lester was born November 26, 1932 in the Town of Greenwood to Joseph and Mary (Mauser) Judnic. He married Marilyn M. Haas on June 23, 1962 at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in the Town of Greenwood. Marilyn survives.
He is further survived by his children: Debra (Tim) Zuelsdorff of Merrill, David (Melissa) Judnic of Wisconsin Rapids, Julie (Paul) Riemer of Rochester, MN, Kathy (Tim) Anderson of Merrill, Grandchildren: Megan, Katie, Brandon, Sydnie, Maggie, Luke, Sophie, Jake and Zach, Sisters Angeline Strebig of Medford, Rosie Schilling of Chicago, IL, Sisters in Law: Marcella Judnic of Medford, Arlene Judnic of Rib Lake, Brothers in Law: Edward (Elaine) Haas of Abbotsford, Alan (Kathy) Haas of Plover, and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Siblings: Joseph Judnic, Mary Nezval, Carl Judnic, Clarence Judnic, Harvey Judnic and Betty Imbach.
Lester served his country in the United States Army from May 1954 - May 1957, as a Clerk Typist. Following the military he then went on to work in Milwaukee for Briggs and Straton. After several years he returned to Rib Lake and bought a dairy farm. Lester and Marilyn worked hard throughout the years on the farm and were very proud of it, winning several quality awards. In 1995, Lester sold the farm and retired.
Lester loved his family dearly, and they were most important to him. He installed that love in his children by traveling to visit family on a weekly basis, and spending time with them whenever possible.
He was an avid Brewers and Packers fan. Lester loved his John Deere Model 620 tractor.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday February 24, 2018 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Father Otto Bucher will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service.
Memorial donations in honor of Lester can be given to his family, for designation at later date.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

VIRGINIA “GINNY” A. HARDER

NAME OF DECEASED: VIRGINIA “GINNY” A. HARDER AGE: 82

ADDRESS: Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford; A former Town of Medford & Town of Hammel resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:06 AM Wednesday, February 14 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where she had resided for the past 6 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Saturday, February 17 at Community United Church of Christ, Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor Mary Jo Laabs

INTERMENT: Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Friday, February 16 and also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, February 17

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 18, 1935 at the Town of Browning

EDUCATION: Town of Browning elementary school and attended Medford High School

MARRIAGE: November 1, 1952 at Community United Church of Christ, Medford to Eugene G. Harder and he preceded her in death on November 2, 2012

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: They farmed in the Town of Hammel for many years. While farming, she worked at Eddies Bakery, Aspirus VNA as a CNA, was a foster parent for many, baby sat for multiple children & was a Farmers Union leader. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, knitting, quilting, jig saw puzzles, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, dancing, polka music, traveling cooking & canning.

MEMBER OF: Community United Church of Christ, Medford and its Woman’s Guild and taught Sunday School

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Gary (Kathy) Harder & Jeff (Dawn) Harder both of Medford, Julie (Tom) Matthews of Marshfield

CHILDREN DECEASED: Gail in 1966, Daniel in 1990 & Wayne in 1995

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 12 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 20

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Ilaine Blasel of Medford, Donald (Clarice) Brink of Medford
Sisters-in-law: Virginia Brink of Lake Mills, WI & Leona Brink of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Charles & Melvin Brink, Fern Munson

DECEASED FATHER: Daniel G. Brink DECEASED MOTHER: Goldie (Jensen) Brink

PALLBEARERS: Todd Kasper, Christopher, Pat, Jesse, Michael, Adam & Aaron Harder, Austin Matthews

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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MILDRED M. SWENINGSON

Mildred “Midge” Sweningson, 89, of Marshfield, formerly of Medford, passed away Sunday February 11, 2018 at Marshfield Medical Center.

Midge was born June 9, 1928 in the Town of Hanson, Wood County, to the late George and Emma (Braeger) Zentner. At the age of one she moved with her family to Westboro, where she attended Westboro Schools, and was a 1946 graduate of Westboro High School. Upon graduation from high school she took employment with Krug Law Office in Medford, and became a legal secretary until the time of her retirement in 1995.

She was united in marriage to Paul A. Sweningson Jr., on July 13, 1968, at the Methodist Church in Pine City, Minnesota. Paul preceded her in death on April 25, 2006.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, the United Methodist Women’s Circle, the Keenagers group, and served as a Sunday School Teacher for many years. She was also a member of the Chequamegon Bird Club, and served on the board of Medford Performing Arts.

Midge enjoyed nature, picking wild flowers, feeding and watching birds, walking, shopping trips to the mall and traveling.

She is survived by her Son, Paul A. Sweningson, III, of Marshfield, Grandson, Ethan Paul Sweningson of Marshfield, and several nieces and nephews. She is further preceded in death by her brothers: George, David, Victor and Emmett, Sister Emily Zentner and Sister in Law Marie Zentner.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday February 17, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of services. Burial will take place at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Westboro.

Memorial donations in honor of Midge can be given to the Medford United Methodist Church.

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

PATRICIA “PAT” L. GEBERT

NAME OF DECEASED: PATRICIA “PAT” L. GEBERT AGE: 91

ADDRESS: 960 S. Gibson, Medford (City)

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Thursday, February 8 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where she had resided for the past 2 ½ years most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, February 12 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father David Nueschwander

INTERMENT: St. Mary’s Cemetery, Town of Little Black

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, February 12

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 28, 1926 at the Town of Little Black

EDUCATION: Liberty elementary school, Town of Little Black

MARRIAGE: May 24, 1950 at Abbotsford to Melvin J. Gebert and he survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage, she worked at the phone company in Chippewa Falls. After her marriage, she waitressed at Strama’s Restaurant in Medford for a period of time. For most of her life she was a housewife and mother. She enjoyed gardening, baking, canning and playing cards.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Melvin J. Gebert of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Bob Gebert of Medford, Denny (Mary) Gebert of Medford, Terry (Sue) Gebert of Medford, Marty (Kelly) Gebert of Stetsonville, Mary (Bryan) Bormann of Medford, Mike Gebert of Medford, Bill (Pam) Gebert of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Daughter – Donna Kay Gebert in 1983; Daughter-in-law: Pat Gebert in 2008

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 13 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 16

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters – Marion (Bob) Paul of Abbotsford & Dorothy (Ev) Sonsalla of Baraboo
Brother-in-law: Wayne Bischel of Madison

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Emery & Bill Habermeyer, Ruth Bischel

DECEASED FATHER: Edward Habermeyer DECEASED MOTHER: Louise (Fountain) Habermeyer

PALLBEARERS: Grandchildren

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

Ann E. Olah, 91, of Westboro passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at Rib Lake Health Services, Rib Lake, where she had resided for the past 7 months.

A graveside service will be at 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 30 at Mount Olive Cemetery, Westboro.  Immediately following that gathering will be a celebration of life time at the Rib Lake Ice Age Pavilion that all are invited.

Ann was born on July 2, 1926 to Archie Donald and Mildred Avery (Streeter) Hebert in Longview, Washington. She attended elementary schools in both Washington and Westboro, WI; was a 1943 graduate of Westboro High School; attended Santa Monica Community College. On February 16, 1946 in Medford she married Steve Olah and he preceded her in death August 20, 1994. After her marriage, they farmed in the Town of Rib Lake for many years until her retirement in 1999. She also cooked at the Westboro School for some time. She enjoyed reading, playing cribbage, gardening, cooking, baking, her pets, feeding the birds, bowling and her family was very important to her. Ann was also a charter member of the Premeau-Schauss VFW Auxiliary, Westboro.

Ann is survived by her children, Stephen (Gail) Olah of Rice Lake, Robert “Bob” (Kristie) Olah of Sunnyvale, Calif., Richard (Peggy) Olah of Westboro; grandchildren, Stephenie (John) Grefe, Renee (Jack) Stein, Ryan, Andrea & Erik (Heather) Olah, Lisa (Jason) Rashid; great-grandchildren Eli and Ava Grefe, Megan Stein, Brandon, Nathan, Matthew and Luke Olah, Jadeyn Olah, Jordan and Levi Rashid; and brother, John Hebert of Rib Lake.

In addition to her husband and parents, Ann is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Shannon Olah in 2007; siblings, Lois Sherfield, Nancy McCrellias, Linda Fritsch, Donald and Joe Hebert.

The family would like to acknowledge and give thanks to the Rib Lake Health Services for their care and compassion while Ann was a resident. The family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

ALLAN “FARLEY” P. THIELKE

NAME OF DECEASED: ALLAN “FARLEY” P. THIELKE AGE: 85

ADDRESS: 124 S. Third Street, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 3:03 AM Friday, February 2 at his residence in the City of Medford under the loving care of his family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: A celebration of life gathering will be held on Saturday, March 3 from 1-4 PM at the Chelsea Conservation Club in the Town of Chelsea with military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team at 1:00 PM

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 25, 1932 at Medford

EDUCATION: Medford Elementary schools and was a 1950 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: June 23, 1956 in Milwaukee to Margaret “Midge” A. Weber and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he entered the US Army and served during the Korean Was in the Army Corp. of Engineers. After the service, he returned to Medford and worked locally for James Peterson & Sons, Neuendorf Transportation, ANR Trucking, Central Sand & Gravel & Krug Tours for periods of time. He also served on the Medford City Council as an alderman and on the Taylor County Board for periods of time. He enjoyed storytelling, fishing, hunting, his green truck, the cabin at Shearer Lake, socializing, cobbling, the outdoors, driving truck and a recent trip on the Never Forgotten Honor Flight.

MEMBER OF: Medford VFW Club, Chelsea Conservation Club and was a Lifetime member of the Medford American Legion Club

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Margaret “Midge” A. Thielke of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Debbi (Wayne) Weiland of Holcombe & Susan (Nanette) Thielke of Maplewood, MN

CHILDREN DECEASED: Sons – Robert Gordon & Robert Weber both in infancy

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 3 – Chelsea (Ryan) Mielke of Waupun, Christine (Marshall) Watry of Appleton & Scott (Hillary) Weiland of Naples, FL GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 3 – Kendall & Camden Watry, Bryce Mielke

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Gordon and Stan Thielke

DECEASED FATHER: Gilbert August Thielke DECEASED MOTHER: Vivien Irene Wilson

OTHER INFORMATION: The family requests memorial contributions be given to either the Aspirus Dialysis Center of Medford or the Never Forgotten Honor Flight, 4404 Rib Mountain Drive #234, Wausau, WI 54401
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GERALD R. DASSOW, Jr.

Gerald R. Dassow, Jr., of Medford, Town of Browning, passed away Saturday February 3, 2018 at his home, surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care.

Gerald was born February 23, 1952 in Medford to Gerald Sr. and Evangeline (Jari) Dassow. He is a 1970 graduate of Medford Sr. High. He married Cindy Rodman on September 20, 1975 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. Cindy survives.

He is further survived by his children: Mark (Amanda) Dassow of Medford, Lisa (Dustin) Zahrt of Marathon, grandchildren Ava and Jacob Zahrt and Addison Dassow, mother Eva Dassow, brother Duane (Linda) Dassow, brother Russ (Lenore) Dassow, sister Lynn (Duane) Bahr, brother Gordon Dassow, brother-in-law George (Mary) Niggemann, all of Medford, and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father Gerald Dassow, sister Gale Niggemann, and brother-in-law David Hraby.

Following high school, Gerald began working for Weather Shield Windows, and spent his entire career working for them as a Tooling Specialist. He enjoyed the outdoors, time spent out at the woods, deer hunting, camping and snowmobiling. He alway kept busy by working on projects. He looked forward to “Big Beer Friday” at deer camp every year. He will be remembered for always lending a helping hand with friends and family.

Gerald loved his family, especially his children and grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at 12:30 PM, Wednesday February 7, 2018 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Father David Nueschwander will officiate. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will be held Wednesday morning at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 12:30.

Memorial donations in honor of Gerald 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