JOHN W. GOSBEE, JR.

John W. Gosbee, age 86, of Medford, WI, died May 25, 2018 at his residence in the Town of Chelsea. John was born December 14, 1931 to Ann (Stiener) Gosbee and John W. Gosbee in Chicago, IL. He grew up in Whittlesey and graduated from Medford High School. He then attended the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and earned his bachelor’s degree of education. He met Charlene J. Kabat (of Stevens Point) and they married February 16, 1957. John then moved to Madison, WI and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he received his master’s degree of education. He then moved to Racine, WI and taught physics at J.I. Case High School for many years. After retirement, John and Char moved home to Whittlesey. John enjoyed travelling, spending time with his family, and supporting his parish. He cultivated a love of the outdoors that included camping, mushroom hunting, bird watching, and four-wheeling. John had been a member of a barbershop chorus for many years and also enjoyed polka music.

John is survived by his children Geralynn Gosbee, John W. Gosbee, Peter (Sue) Gosbee, David (Ann) Gosbee, Greg (Rich) Gosbee, and Alyssa (Paul) Stang, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and extended family members. John was preceded in death by his wife Charlene Gosbee in 2016, parents John and Ann Gosbee, sisters Marie Jochimsen, Anna Mayer, and Marggie Jochimsen, grandson James Doyle in infancy, and daughter-in-law Laura Gosbee, as well as extended family members.

A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Whittlesey with Father Phil Juza officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until time of service at the church. A graveside burial service will be held in Chelsea Community Cemetery, Town of Chelsea, on Saturday, June 2 at 10 AM.

Memorial donations in memory of John can be made to Alzheimer’s Association-Greater WI Chapter, 3313 S. Packerland Dr., Suite E, De Pere, WI 54115

BILLIE J. HUMM

Billie June Lafikes Humm, 83, passed into the presence of her Savior Jesus Christ at noontime on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at Country Gardens Assisted Living in Medford, WI.

Born October 11, 1934 in Alton, IL, she was the daughter of George and Nora Ewing Lafikes. On March 28, 1953, she married Jacque Humm at Main Street Methodist Church in Alton. He preceded her in death in January 2015. They lived in Edwardsville, IL, and later in Godfrey, IL, where they resided for 40 years. In 2009 they moved to Ottawa, IL, and then later to Wisconsin to be near family. Through the years, Billie was an active member of the United Methodist Church, where she served in Missions Outreach and United Methodist Women. She was a member of the founding board of the United Methodist Village in Alton; on the Board of Directors for Illinois Southwestern Children's Home and Aid Society; and volunteered with Crisis Food Center, Meals on Wheels, and Heritage Days. She participated in the Illinois Prairieland Walk to Emmaus and was also a longtime member of the Godfrey Women's Club. She was a loving and attentive grandmother and was affectionately known as GiGi by her great-grandchildren.

Billie was preceded in death by brothers Louis (Louie) Lafikes and Stanley Howell, and by sisters Mary Lafikes Worrell and Louise Lafikes Paneschi.

She is survived by two daughters and their families: Kathleen (Glenn) Wooten of Kingston, Washington, and Kathleen's sons Aaron (Danielle) Kaufman and Adam Kaufman; and Julia (John) Jast of Ogema, Wisconsin, and their eleven children Jennifer (Reed) McBride, Joanna (Ben) Marquis, John (Kelsey) Jast, Jerilyn (Frank) Yost, Dr. Jeffrey Jast, Jackie (Maxwell) Parlin, Janette Jast, Jordanna (Kurt) Storvik, Joseph Jast, Justine Jast, and Joshua Jast. Billie was also a beloved great-grandmother to her 19 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two nieces Barbara Walker and Michele Heflin, nephew Bill Wilkinson, brother-in-law Robert Humm, and beloved sister-in-law JoVenna Manns.

Family will gather in June for a Celebration of Life service to honor Billie's legacy.

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

JEROME “JERRY” E. HUBER

NAME OF DECEASED: JEROME “JERRY” E. HUBER AGE: 78

ADDRESS: N3191 Division Drive, Medford; A Township of Hammel resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:49 PM, Saturday, May 26 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital emergency room, Wausau

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 3:00 PM Saturday, June 2 at First Baptist Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. Tim Becker and Rev. Brian Wipf

VISITATION: First Baptist Church, Medford from 1 PM until the time of services at 3 PM on Saturday, June 2

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 13, 1939 at Grant County, North Dakota

EDUCATION: Schrader Grade School, Grant County, ND & was a 1957 graduate of Lemmon High School, Lemmon South Dakota

MARRIAGE: December 22, 1962 at Rockford, IL to Pearl Joanne Kouril and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he ranched in North Dakota until moving to Rockford, IL in 1961 where he worked as a machinist at Rockford Screw Products and later Chrysler. From 1968-1974 he worked as a production supervisor at Kent Feeds. In 1975 they moved to the Medford area and worked as a machinist at Wisconsin Equipment until 1979. They moved to Owen where they owned/operated the Curtiss Feed Mill from 1979-1985. Moved to Stetsonville where he sold insurance as an independent agent. Then he worked at Agri-King as a cattle nutritionist & later drove truck for Abbyland Trucking until ill health forced his retirement. He enjoyed playing guitar, gospel/country music, bowling, was a self-fabricator, family activities, his church, biking, bird watching, hunting and his Sheltie dog.

MEMBER OF: First Baptist Church, Medford where he was a former trustee

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Pearl J. Huber of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Edward (Mary) Huber of Bloomington, MN, Philip (Karen) Huber of Colby & Curtis Huber of Mellen, WI

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 – Matthew, Adam, Robert, Morgan, Hunter & Mackenzie Huber

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Leilla Moll of Fargo, ND, Allen (Patricia) Huber of Medford & Sharon Kouba of Tucson, AZ

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 11 siblings

DECEASED FATHER: John Huber DECEASED MOTHER: Katherine (Schlepp) Huber

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to either the City of Medford-River Walk project, or to First Baptist Church of Medford
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ROBERT "BOB" F. RODDA

Robert “Bob” F. Rodda, 81, Medford, passed away on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Aspirus Medford Hospital.

He was born on March 12, 1937 to Daniel and Wanda (Young) Rodda in Maplehurst, WI.  He met the love of his life Geraldeen “Gerry” Schupp at the Medford City Park 4^th of July Celebration in 1959. They later married On September 10, 1960 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. They cherished all 57 years of marriage together. She preceded him in death on December 16, 2017.

He worked for Hurd Millwork for 44 years until his retirement. In his retirement he worked for the Dirt Fighters.

In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, cutting wood, going to garage sales, tinkering in his garage, and his daschund, Billie.

Robert is survived by his 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 and many other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Robert is preceded in death by his brother, Wes Rodda and sister, Ruby Blume

Cremation Rites have been accorded and no services will be held at this time.

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

CAROL M. REIMANN

Carol M. Reimann, 81, of the Town of Little Black, passed away Wednesday May 16, 2018 at House of the Dove in Marshfield, under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice.

Carol as born November 7, 1936 in the Town of Goodrich to Peter and Leone (Marschner) Faber. She attended Woodville School and was a 1954 graduate of Medford High School. She married Elmer J. Reimann on June 25, 1955 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford. Elmer preceded her in death March 7, 2018.

She is survived by her Children: Ryan (Darlene) Reimann, Jayne (Jim) Sauer, Allyn (Sarah) Reimann all of Medford, Grandchildren: Tara (Brian) Abel, Tori Sauer, Marcus Reimann, Mason Reimann, Step Grandchildren: Lynda (Ken) Scolaro, James (Kim) Shereck, 6 Step Grand Grandchildren and 1 Step Great Great Grandchild, Brothers Gene Faber, James (Donna) Faber both of Medford, Sisters in law: Thresea Faber of Medford, Rose Faber of Washington, Jacquelyn Faber of Medford, Brother in Law Lyle Dahl of Medford.

She is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Brothers:  Peter, Norbert, Everett, Harley, Willard and Robert Faber, and one Sister Bernetta Dahl.

Carol farmed with her husband for 38 years in the Town of Browning. She also worked for Stramas Restaurant, Marathon Cheese, Weather Shield, Copps  IGA and Mighty Maids. Carol enjoyed Bike riding, reading, feeding and watching the birds especially the Hummingbirds and Orioles, baking cookies and making home made beans, and she especially loved spending time with her Grandchildren and family.

She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church.

Cremation rites have been accorded, and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday May 26, 2018 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford. Rev. James Krueger will officiate.  Burial of Carol and Elmers cremated remains will follow at St. Andrews Cemetery in the Town of Goodrich. Visitation will be held that morning at church from 9:00 AM until the time of services.

Memorial donations in honor of Carol can be given to her 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

KELLY M. STRANGFELD

Kelly M. Strangfeld, 50, of Medford, passed away Saturday May 12, 2018 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Kelly was born July 11, 1967 in San Diego, CA to William and Julia (Kern) Sherman. She attended Medford Sr. High School. She married Edward Strangfeld on May 25, 2012 in Neillsville, WI. Edward precedes her in death.

She is survived by her Mother: Julia Westrich, Children: Amber (Troy) Hamm, Susie (Jesse) Sweet, Julia Pester, all of Medford, Julian Pester of Loyal, Jennifer Pester of Medford, Grandchildren: Brett, Maddox, Jeremiah, Taylor, Corbin, Jesse, Siblings: William (Nikki) Sherman, David Westrich, both of Medford, Kim (Matt) Plahuta of Brooklyn Park, MN, Step Brother Eric (Melanie) Sherman of Los Angeles, CA, numerous nieces, nephews and many other special friends.
She is preceded in death by her Father William, and Grandson Damien.

Kelly enjoyed cooking, puzzles, gardening, crocheting, making blankets and most of all spending time with her friends and family, especially her children and grandchildren.

She will be remembered for her kind heart. She was strong willed and accepted everyone. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, no matter the circumstances. She will be missed and cherished by many.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a private celebration of life will be held at St. Pauls Lutheran Church at a later date. Memorial donations in honor of Kelly can be given to her family, for designation at a later date.

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

THOMAS "TOM" J. LUCIA

Thomas "Tom" J. Lucia, 65, of Westboro, passed away Friday May 11, 2018 at his home in Westboro.
He was born July 1, 1952 in Medford to Jack and Vienna (Mackey) Lucia. He attended Rib Lake High School.
Tom his survived by his brother Gene Lucia of Westboro, Uncle Bob Lucia of Westboro, Bobs Son Mike Lucia and his children: Damian, Gunner and Keisa, and a cousin Alyce Schuppel of Medford.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, God Parents Elmer and Naidia Hough, Step brothers Keith and Kenny Kinner,  and one cousin Robert Lucia, Jr.
Following high school, Tom worked for the Westboro Cheese Factory. He then went on to drive gravel truck for George Haenel and Gene Mathey. He then drove over the road for Graebel Van Lines, Atlas Van Lines and lastly United Van Lines, where he retired from due to health complications.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday May 17, 2018 at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Westboro. Pastor David Clements will officiate.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfunerlservice.clm

MILVERN A. DOHM

Milvern A. Dohm, 90, of Westboro, passed away Wednesday May 9, 2018 at Care Partners Assisted Living in Medford, under the care Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

Milvern was born February 14, 1928 to Walter and Rosella (Kohl) Dohm. He is a 1946 Graduate of Westboro High School. He married Bonnie Grittner on September 11, 1948, she survives.

He is further survived by his daughter Kathleen (Michael) Hinkens of Micigamme, MI, Granddaughters RaeAnne and Heidi Hinkens, Brother Darrel Dohm of Ohio, Brothers and Sister in law: Michael (Norma) Grittner of Oconomowoc, Jacinta Myrna Grittner of Rockford, IL, Joe (Carol) Grittner of Westboro, and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his Parents, and 2 brothers: Verlyn and Duaine.

Following high school Milvern attended tech school in Springfield, MO. He then went on to serve in the Marine Corps for two years, in which he worked in Supply in the Marine 2^nd Division. Following the Marines, he and Kathleen moved Hammond, Indiana where he worked for, and then became owner of Lynch Office Equipment. After over 40 years, they moved back to Westboro and retired. In his retirement he enjoyed Golfing, birdwatching, woodworking and riding his four-wheeler.

He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, St. Josephs Catholic Church in Dyer, IN, and the Dyer Lions Club.

A private funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. Burial will follow at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Westboro.

Memorial donations in honor of Milvern 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

JUDITH “JUDY” M. NOSKO

NAME OF DECEASED: JUDITH “JUDY” M. NOSKO AGE: 65

ADDRESS: 709 E. 6th St. Apt. 20, Owen, WI 54460

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:01 AM Sunday, May 6 at Clark County Health & Rehab, Owen where she had resided for the past 6 weeks

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, May 14 at Community Alliance Church, Withee

OFFICIATING: Rev. Andy Davis

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Medford Evergreen Cemetery

VISITATION: Community Alliance Church, Withee from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, May 14

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: April 30, 1953 at Medford

EDUCATION: Redville Country School, Town of Maplehurst and the White Elementary School, Town of Hixton. She was a 1971 graduate of Owen//Withee High School with honors and attended the Medford Branch Campus for 2 years

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she waitressed at the Jerkwater & Meadow Farms. She worked for 31 years at Weather Shield Mfg. in Medford. She resided & worked in Missouri for a period of time. Then she moved to Owen and worked as a volunteer driver for Clark County Transit and as a receptionist at the Clark County Health Care Center, Owen. She enjoyed socializing with family and friends.

MEMBER OF: Attended Community Alliance Church of Withee

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Mike (Lorraine) Nosko of Withee, Mark (Debra Visser) Nosko of Owen, Kelly (Carol) Nosko of Apple Valley, MN, Peggy (Al) Duda of Sullivan, MO, Bill (Marcia) Nosko of Saukville, WI

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother – Irma M. (Nosko) Howsden of Clark County Health & Rehab, Owen

DECEASED FATHER: Stephen Nosko

PALLBEARERS: Nephews

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Preceded in death by special friend – Lester Key
Further survived by aunts/uncles, nieces/nephews & cousins

CURTIS "CURT" R. SCHOLL

Curtis "Curt" R. Scholl, 57, of Medford, passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018 surrounded by his loved ones at Marshfield Medical Center.

Curt was born on November 23, 1960 in Marshfield, Wisconsin to Robert Curtis Scholl and Marilyn Yvonne Scholl. Curt was raised and remained in Medford throughout his lifetime.

In his youth, he helped out at his parent’s furniture store, The House of Scholl Furniture. The words scrolled across the furniture store’s front door, “Through this door pass the finest people in this world – our customers” was a philosophy and quote Curt would later apply to his own business and door.

Curt attended North Central Technical Institute in Antigo and began his work in the auto body industry. He was employed by Deml’s Body Repair and Prochnow Transport before starting his own business in 1986.

In his early twenties, Curt conquered his first bout with cancer. It was during this first battle that his sister, Bobbi, gave Curt the famous, “Arise, go forth, and conquer” duckling poster. Curt later passed this poster on to a number of community members during their own fight with cancer, hoping to instill them with the same encouragement it brought him. Curt met his lovely wife and life partner, Donna, and they married on May 21, 1988 in Colby, Wisconsin. They had two daughters, Courtney Lynne and Kirsten Marie. Curt and Donna owned and operated Black River Body & Custom, LLC from 1986 to present.

Curt was a friend to all and had an uncanny ability to remember almost anyone’s name, story, and background. He enjoyed family activities, hunting, boating, riding his motorcycle, and diving into ambitious projects around the home. He also enjoyed many genres of music. Curt had a penchant for song and was well known for his ability to karaoke and cut a rug like no other. Whether in the kitchen or on the grill, Curt was an amazing cook. He was a jack of all trades and seemingly had a knack for almost anything he put his mind to. As a lifelong resident of Medford, Curt got to know many people throughout the years. Whether a friend or a customer, Curt enjoyed making and maintaining relationships with those around him.

Throughout his valiant fight with pancreatic cancer over the past year, Curt maintained an outstanding strength, positivity, graciousness, and kindness that amazed his loved ones each and every day. Even during trying times, Curt worked to put a smile on other’s faces, and thought of others often. Although Curt wishes he could have stayed here longer, he was thankful for the 35 years he was granted after his first cancer diagnosis.

Curt offered his beloved daughters and wife words to remember him by and told them “Remember what is important to you”. His family encourages everyone to live by these words and cherish every moment with their loved ones.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Donna Scholl and their two children: Courtney Scholl (Allan Koffler) of Medford and Kirsten Scholl of Eau Claire. Curt was lucky enough to become “Grandpa Curt” before his passing, and is survived by three grandchildren, Oliver, Eli, and Sienna.

He is also survived by his father, Robert Scholl and siblings, Bobbi (Perry) Moore of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Kim Scholl of Rochester, Minnesota, Lynda (Joe) Vick of Waukesha, Randy (Lisa) Scholl of Medford, and Cyndi (Gary) Ehrike of Columbus, Indiana. He was predeceased by his mother, Marilyn Scholl, and two siblings, Robert and Carolyn, at birth.

A memorial service for Curt will take place at Community United Church of Christ on Friday, May 18, 2018 at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Mary Jo Laabs officiating. Visitation will take place on Thursday May 17, 2018 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, from 4:00 PM - 7:00PM. Visitation will continue on Friday May 18, 2018 at Community United Church of Christ from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network by visiting www.pancan.org or calling 877-272-6226. In 2017, Curt was the first recipient of the “Helping Hand” fundraiser, a local event which raises money for individuals affected by cancer within our community. Memorial donations may also be sent to “Helping Hand”, 190 Riverside Terrace, Medford, WI 54451.
 Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

MYRTLE C. GEBAUER

Myrtle C. Gebauer, of the Town of Greenwood, passed away at her home on Saturday May 5, 2018.

She was born February 26, 1921 in the Town of Greenwood to William and Hannah (Scheithauer) Jarchow. She attended Greenwood School. On October 26, 1940 she married Henry Gebauer at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Greenwood. Henry precedes her in death.

Myrtle is survived by her Children: Bonnie Freeck of Marshfield, Gary (Nancy) and Jim (Joan) both of Rib Lake, 13 Grandchildren, 29 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great Great Grandchildren, and also many nieces, nephews and friends.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents, Daughter Donna Frombach, Infant Son Ronald, Grandson Tom Freeck, Son in Laws: Donald Freeck and Robert Frombach, Siblings: Alvin Jarchow, Clifford Jarchow, Helen Wiegel, Esther Judnic, Ruth Shadrick and Viola Scholz.

Myrtle was employed at the Rib Lake Cheese Factory and Gem Products Shoe Factory. She enjoyed Polka music and dancing, shooting darts at Zondlo’s Ballroom, watching her Children and Grandchildren play baseball and spending time with her family and friends.

Myrtle was a member of the Good Shepherd Catholic Church.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday May 11, 2018. Father Otto Bucher will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00.

Memorial donations in honor of Myrtle can be given to her family, for designation at a later date.

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

ESTHER M. KREKLAU

Esther M. Kreklau, 91, of the township of Deer Creek, Stetsonville, passed away on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at her home, under the care of Hope Hospice surrounded by her family.

She was born on April 26, 1927 in Dorchester to William and Selma (Blasel) Gumz.

She married Glen Kreklau on May 20, 1948.  He preceded her in death on July 13, 1993.  Together they farmed in the Town of Deer Creek, Stetsonville.  She worked as a homemaker and also helped on the family farm.  She was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Stetsonville.

Esther loved spending time with her family.  She also loved gardening, baking, playing cards and taking road trips with her family. 

Esther is survived by her children, Larry (Linda) of Schofield, James (Nancy) of Medford, Rick (Lori) of Stetsonville and David (Theresa) of Stetsonville; 14 Grandchildren and 11 Great-grandchildren.  She is also survived by her sister Betty (Jerry) Gebert of Holcombe.

In addition to her parents and husband, Esther is preceded in death by her brothers, Alfred, Eugene, Leonard and William Gumz.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, May 11, 2018 at Zion Lutheran Church in Stetsonville with Pastor Richard Russow and Pastor James Babbler officiating.  Burial will take place following the service at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery.  Visitation will be Friday, May 11 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9:00AM until the time of service at 11:00AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Esther’s name may be given to the family for a memorial designation to be determined 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

JOYCE M. RAASCH

Joyce M. Raasch, 79, of the Township of Holton, passed away on Thursday, May 03, 2018 at home under the care of Ministry Hospice surrounded by her family. She was born on March 30, 1939 to Herman, Sr. and Ella (Baumann) Messmann. She married William H. Raasch on October 13, 1956; he preceded her in death on February 2, 2010. Together they lived in Deer Creek, Merrill, and Medford before settling down in Dorchester in 1986. She worked as homemaker for most of her life and also helped on the family farm.

In her spare time Joyce enjoyed gardening, birdwatching, woodworking, quilting, puzzles, arts & crafts, painting, ceramics, and baking.

Joyce is survived by her children, Ronald (Kristen) Raasch of Medford, Tammy (Jeff) Lange of Medford, Michelle Raasch of Dorchester, Brian (Tina) Raasch of Colby, Kari (Gary) Lyon of Abbotsford, Dean (Tina) Raasch of Granton, Dana (Kevin) Fechhelm of Abbotsford, and Ann Hoffman of Greenwood; 29 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by her sisters, Marlene Vircks of Stetsonville and Betty Vircks of Milwaukee and brother, Gary (Jan) Messmann of Stetsonville; sisters-in-law, Ruth and Susie Messmann. Joyce is also survived by many other family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Joyce is preceded in death by an infant daughter, Kathy; grandson, Eric; brothers, David Messmann and Herman Messmann Jr., and brothers- in-law Marlin and John Vircks.

A memorial service for Joyce will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church with Pastor Richard Russow officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

Memorial donations in Joyce’s name may be given to the 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

PHYLLIS I. POPE

NAME OF DECEASED: PHYLLIS I. POPE AGE: 88

ADDRESS: 506 E. Allman, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 8 AM Monday, April 30 at Rib Lake Health Services, Rib Lake where she had resided for the past 8 weeks most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Monday, May 7 at Community United Church of Christ, Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor Mary Jo Laabs

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II

VISITATION: Community United Church of Christ, Medford from 9 – 11 AM on Monday, May 7

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 16, 1929 at Medford

EDUCATION: Medford Elementary Schools, 1947 graduate of Medford High School; 1951 received a Bachelor of Science in Home Economics from Central State Teachers College in St. Point; 1970 received a Master of Science in Home Economics Education from UW-Stevens Point

MARRIAGE: July 19, 1952 at Community United Church of Christ, Medford to Leon A. Pope and he preceded her in death February 14, 1998

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: In her youth, she was a member of 4-H. She served as a 4-H university extension agent in Price County the summer of 1957. She taught home economics at the following schools: Bonduel, Owen, Dorchester, Rib Lake & started the home economics department at Medford Junior High/Middle School and taught home economics for 24 years, retiring in 1992. She was active in teacher organizations including the Medford Education Association, 1st president, chief negotiator and contract maintenance chair; The Central WI UniServ Council-West-Retired life membership; the WI Education Association Council-Retired life membership; and National Education Association-Retired life membership. She enjoyed her cottage on Sacketts Lake and her pet dogs/cats.

MEMBER OF: Community United Church of Christ, Medford where she was a past member of its Woman’s Guild, choir and church council; AARP; Past member of Blue Monday’s Ladies Bowling League & American Home Economics Association, WI Home Economics Association and WI Home Economics in Secondary & Elementary Education; Member of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin and of Taylor County. Was a delegate from the 7th CD to the National Democratic Convention in 1980, 1984 & 1996

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – David L. Pope on 11-28-15

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Yvonne (Leon) Brost of Medford & Lynette Peterson of Madison

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Stillborn brother – William Morgan Peterson

DECEASED FATHER: George Peterson DECEASED MOTHER: Ada Pinkert

PALLBEARERS: Bill Wilson, Ron Mushel, Jeff Hemer, Doug & Dan Brost

OTHER INFORMATION: Survived by many Nieces/Nephews, Grand Neices/Nephews & Cousins
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to either Hope Hospice of Medford, Community United Church of Christ, Medford or the Medford Education Foundation – Scholarship Fund
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