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