RITA E. HESS

NAME OF DECEASED: RITA E. HESS AGE: 56

ADDRESS: Crane Drive, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:40 AM Wednesday, January 30 at her residence in the Town of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial services will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, February 2 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Dorchester Memorial Cemetery at a later date

VISITATION: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, February 2

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 13, 1962 at Marshfield, WI

EDUCATION: Abbotsford elementary schools and was a 1981 graduate of Abbotsford High School

MARRIAGE: previously married and later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she worked as a secretary for Time Federal Savings & Loan, Medford and Huotari Construction, Medford for periods of time. For 26 years, she worked as an administrative assistant for the City of Medford until her recent retirement. She enjoyed teaching piano to multiple students throughout her years & gardening. She worked as a volunteer for Hope Hospice for a period of time.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING Significant Other: Jeff Albers of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Eric J. Tischendorf of Unity and Angela K. Tischendorf of UW-Oshkosh

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 2

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Nancy (Albert) Erbach of Fond du Lac; Edward (Patricia) Hess of East Bethel, MN;
Michael Hess of Mosinee

DECEASED FATHER: Robert J. Hess DECEASED MOTHER: Theresa Rita (Schmid) Hess

OTHER INFORMATION: -For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com

KAREN ROSE SILBERNAGEL

NAME OF DECEASED: KAREN ROSE SILBERNAGEL AGE: 78

ADDRESS: Rib Lake Health Services, Rib Lake, WI 54470

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Monday, January 21 at Rib Lake Health Services, Rib Lake, WI where she had resided since May of 2017.

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake in the spring of 2019

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 12, 1940 at Medford, WI

EDUCATION: She attended elementary schools in Gary, IN and Chicago, IL, attended high schools in Ontario, Canada and Rib Lake High School where she graduated in 1958.

MARRIAGE: previously married and later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After graduating high school, she moved to Michigan near her brother and an Aunt and Uncle and worked at various places including Montgomery Ward and the National Bank of Jackson. In 1972, she and her family moved back to Rib Lake where they owned/operated the Chalet Motel and she also worked at the Rib Lake bank. She later resided in Maryland, Delaware, and Arizona for periods of time. While in Delaware, she worked as an Activity Therapist at the State of Delaware's Stockley Center for adults with physical disabilities until retirement. In retirement, she was a snowbird in Arizona during the winters and lived in Wisconsin the rest of the year. Later on, she moved permanently back to Rib Lake to be near family. All throughout her life, she enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, nature, traveling, bingo and the slots, all the while enjoying good times with family and friends.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Son - Bill (Kimberly) Maes of Cedar Rapids, IA
2 Grandchildren - William Maes of Philadelphia, PA & Samantha Maes of Green Bay

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son - Michael M. Maes

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters – Shirley Olson of Rib Lake & Darlene (Glenn) Mathias of Rib Lake

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brother – William Silbernagel

DECEASED FATHER: William E. Silbernagel DECEASED MOTHER: Marie (Schmidt) Silbernagel

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by nieces and nephews
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DONALD "BUD" R. WIDMER

Donald “Bud” R. Widmer, 93, of Medford, passed away on Friday, January 25, 2019 at The Homeplace in Dorchester, under the care of Interim Hospice.

Bud was born on December 24, 1925 in Milwaukee to Gottlieb and Amanda (Ruesch) Widmer. He moved to Medford at 14 and attended Medford High School. He then went on to serve in the Navy for 2 years. He married Ruth Zuleger on October 16, 1948 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Medford; she preceded him in death on March 14, 1994.

Bud was owner/operator of Widmer & Son’s Construction until the late 80’s. He then went on to work for Bauer Trucking for 20 years.

Bud was a council member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church. He enjoyed wood working and crafts in his spare time.

Bud is survived by his children, Beverly (Earle) Herbert of Owasso, OK, Richard (Heidi) Widmer of Mequon, and Barbara (Eugene) Ames of Potosi; 4 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, and 2 great-great-granddaughters. He is further survived by his brother, Wayne (Betty) Widmer and many other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Bud is preceded in death by his sister, Audrey Widmer and brother, Gerald Widmer.

A funeral service for Bud will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday, January 31, 2019 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, with Rev. Richard Russow officiating. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will take place at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church on Thursday, January 31, 2019 from 9:00 AM unitl 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

CHRISTINE “CHRIS” P. HENRICHS

NAME OF DECEASED: CHRISTINE “CHRIS” P. HENRICHS AGE: 51

ADDRESS: N3152 Bizer Drive, Medford; A Township of Browning resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:45 AM Wednesday, January 23 at her residence in the Town of Browning under the loving care of her family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Tuesday, January 29 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

INTERMENT: Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery, Medford

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-8 PM on Monday, January 28 where there will be a 7 PM Catholic prayer service held that evening; and also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, January 29

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 13, 1967 at Medford

EDUCATION: Grades 1-6 at Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford; 1986 graduate Medford Sr. High School

MARRIAGE: October 11, 1986 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Douglas M. Henrichs and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: She was a stay at home mom raising their 3 lovely children. She was co-owner/operator along with her husband, of D & C Livestock Hauling, and also custom raising spring heifers and the beef herd at home. She enjoyed - care of her home place, gardening, flowers, sitting around the camp fire, camping, collecting cookbooks, loved the outdoors & taking gator rides with her dog – “Sadie”.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Douglas “Doug” Henrichs of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Dillon Henrichs of Medford and Katlyne “Katie” Henrichs of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Lucas M. Henrichs in 1996

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Ed (Sue) Rudolph of Medford, Bob (Wendy) Rudolph of Medford and Karen (Todd) Rudolph of Ogema
Brothers/Sisters-in-law: Debbie (Blaine) Knutson of LaCrescent, MN, Barb (Dan) Graff of Stetsonville, Kathy (Roy) Jochimsen of Withee, Steve (Mary) Henrichs of Medford, Diane (Tim) Anderson of Medford & Bev (Jeff) Steinke of Eagle River, WI

SURVIVING PARENTS: Ed & Lucille (Erl) Rudolph of Medford; Parents-in-law: Peter & Esther Henrichs of Medford

PALLBEARERS: Jacob Henrichs, Cody Tyznik, Cole, Jarod, Mason & Derek Rudolph

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to Hope Hospice of Medford
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CAROL L. OLSON

Carol L. Olson, 79, currently of Weyauwega, formerly of Curtiss, passed away Tuesday January 22, 2019 at Crossroads Care Center of Weyauwega, under the care of Theda Care Hospice.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday January 26, 2019 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Curtiss. Pastor Ken Schmidt will officiate. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of service. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service, and burial will take place at Old Norwegian Cemetery in Curtiss at a later date.

Carol was born May 18, 1939 in Stanley, WI to Dexter and Alma (Ystad) Sheets. She is a 1957 graduate of Owen-Withee High School. She married Norman Olson on June 11, 1958 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Curtiss, WI. Norman preceded her in death June 16, 2016.

She is survived by her Children: Kristi (Dan) Ackerman of Loveland, CO, Michael Olson of Eau Claire and Nancy Dearth of Manawa, Grandchildren: Abigail (Noah) Dalton, Paul Ackerman, Sam (Jessica) Olson, Katrina (Scott) Radue, Kayla (Joshua) Suehs, Kenneth Dearth, Jr., 13 Great Grandchildren, Sisters in Law: Karen Olson of Medford and Olive Sheets of Marshfield, and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents, 4 Brothers and 1 sister.

Carol worked as a CNA and Housekeeping Supervisor at the Abbotsford and Colby Nursing Home. She then went on to work in the Medical Records department at Medford Memorial Hospital.
She was an avid reader, enjoyed sewing, traveling with her husband, listening to music – especially Polka music, in which she and Norman would attend polka dances all over the state.

Carol loved her family, especially her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Carol can be given to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Carols family would like to send a special thank you the compassionate staff of Theda Care and also at Crossroads Care Center, your compassionate care for our mother will always be remembered.

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

MELVA J. KLINGER

Melva J. Klinger, 85, of Medford, passed away on Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at home, surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Melva was born on May 23, 1933 to Edward, Sr. and Edna (Frischmann)Brandner in Medford. She married Otto Klinger, Jr. on May 10, 1952 at OLPH Catholic Church in Whittlesey, he survives.

Together, Melva and Otto worked on the family farm for 42 years until retirement in 1993.

In her spare time Melva enjoyed gardening, mowing lawn, and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Melva is survived by her children, Thomas Klinger and Patricia Nelson both of Medford; grandchildren, Matthew Klinger, Kyle (Silvia) Krug, Nicholas (Carrie Dassow) Klinger, Adam (Sara) Klinger, and Kelsey (Ryan) Brost; 5 grandchildren and 2 step grandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Ruth  Zuleger of Medford, Ethel Laher of Medford, Sharon (Jerry) Nowak of La Follette, TN, Delbert (June) Brandner of Medford, Edward (Rosemary) Brandner, Jr. of Tomahawk, and sister-in-law Janice Brandner of Medford. She is further survived by many other family and friends.

Melva is preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Harvey and Roger Brandner.

A Funeral Mass for Melva will take place at 2:00 PM on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father Phil Juza officiating. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 11:00 AM until the time of Mass at 2:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donation in Melva’s name may be given to her family for use at 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

BARBARA A. PACKENHAM

Barbara A. Packenham, 74, of Montello, former Rib Lake resident, passed away Sunday January 20, 2019 at the Montello Care Center.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday January 24, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake with Father Otto Bucher officiating. Visitation will take place at Good Shepherd Catholic Church from 10 AM until the time of the service.

Barbara was born February 5, 1944 and lived and worked many years in Milwaukee, WI. She worked for Kalmbach Publishing Company in Waukesha, where she was an editorial assistant. Upon retirement she moved to Stevens Point, where she became a member of St. Steven Catholic Church. Barbara lived in Stevens Point until November, when she moved to Montello. In her free time, Barbara enjoyed reading, crosswords, and puzzles.

She is survived by her Sisters: Nancy Rogers of Brookfield, WI, Mary (Chuck) Bornhoeft of Montello, WI, Brother: Jim Packenham of Rib Lake, WI and Sister-in-Law Mary Packenham of Claire, IL. She is further survived by 14 nieces and nephews, numerous Great, Great-Great nieces and nephews, and friends. She was loved and will be missed.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Emil and Anne (Brandner) Packenham, a brother, Mark Packenham, and one niece, Lynn Carlson.

Memorial donations in honor of Barbara can be given to a charity of the donor’s choice.

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

ELEANOR M. WOHLT

Eleanor M. Wohlt, 97, of Medford, passed away Saturday January 19, 2019 at Aspirus Care and Rehab in Medford.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a memorial service will be held Friday January 25, 2019 at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Rev. Daniel Iwinski officiating. Visitation will be held that morning at Immanuel Lutheran church from 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Burial will be held at Medford Evergreen Cemetery in the spring.

Eleanor was born August 10, 1921 in Medford Wisconsin to Joseph and Emma (Mildbrand) Emmerich. She married Arthur A. Wohlt on October 28, 1939 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford. Arthur preceded her in death on October 21, 1989. Eleanor and Arthur owned and operated a dairy farm for 37 years, retiring in 1975. Eleanor then worked in the Memorial Hospital kitchen until she retired in 1983. After retirement, Eleanor volunteered at the Stetsonville Senior Center and was even named “Volunteer of the Year”, an accomplishment she was very proud of. In her free time, Eleanor enjoyed playing Bingo, Cards, especially Sheepshead, Embroidering, and watching the Packers and Brewers.

She is survived by her children: Dennis Wohlt of West Bend, Shirley (Jim) Minsaas of Curtiss, and Beverly (Jim) Krueger of Medford. Grandchildren: Wendy (Dave) Blank of Medford, Teri (Del) Falker of Desota, Brenda (Mitch) Buchholz of Owen, Tammi (Dave) Bardsley of Puyallup WA, Paula (Mike) Treu of Wausau, Stacie (Barry) Degnitz of Peshtigo, Christa (Erv) Lange of West Bend, Chad (Casey) Wohlt of West Bend, Michele Krueger, and Kent Krueger both of Medford, 19 Great Grandchildren, 2 Step Great-Grandchildren, 7 Great-Great Grandchildren, 2 Step Great-Great Grandchildren, and one sister; Florence Lemke of Medford.

Eleanor is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, one great-grandson, Marty Falker, Daughter-in-Law Rachel Wohlt. Siblings; Alfred, Edmund, Joseph, Clarence, Raymond, Arthur, and Melvin Emmerich, Daisy Brink, and Edna Schwarz.

In lieu of flowers , memorial donation in honor of Eleanor can be given to her family for future designation.

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

CONRAD D. RODER, JR.

Conrad D. Roder, Jr., 87, of Rib Lake, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 surrounded by family under the care of hope hospice.

Conrad was born on November 28, 1931 to Conrad Sr. and Mary (Mann) Roder in Rib Lake. He attended Highland grade school and graduated from Rib Lake High School. He married Bernice Gilge on September 13, 1952 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Rib Lake; she survives.

Conrad was owner and operator of a dairy farm for 50 years. He was also a carpenter, logger, and an excellent trapper.

In his spare time he enjoyed fishing, playing basketball with his family, gardening, hunting, and playing cards and checkers.

Conrad is survived by Bernice, his wife of 66 years; children, David Roder of Rib Lake, Diane (Jay) Nelson of Osceola, Dawn (Rick) Jensen of Medford, Debbi (Tom Marschke) Roder of Medford, and Kelly (Kevin) Holzl of Rib Lake; 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

Conrad is preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Merle Roder and Catherine (Melvin) Rindt.

A Memorial service for Conrad will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 26, 2019 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, with Pastor James Langebartels officiating. Visitation will take place at the St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church on Friday, January 25, 2019 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Visitation will continue on Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

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

RUBY "ARLYS" THOMPSON

Ruby A. Thompson,  94, of rural Dorchester, passed away  Monday January 14, 2019 at Marshfield Medical Center, where she had been a patient for the last 4 days, following a sudden and brief illness.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday January 23, 2019 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville. Rev. Richard Russow will officiate. Burial will follow in the Abbotsford Cemetery. Visitation will be held that morning at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Pallbearers will be Paul Thompson, Jim Thompson, Gordon Aase, Scott Knudson, Randy Tweet and Jon Meyer.

Ruby, known as Arlys, was born March 6, 1924 on the family farm near Hartland, MN to Ole and Hilda (Rugroden) Knudson. She attended schools in Freeborn County and graduated from Freeborn High School in 1940. In 1943 she graduated from Mankato Teachers College in Mankato, MN with a degree in education. Before her marriage, Arlys taught school in Minnesota. She then resided in Washington D.C. and worked for the Census Bureau and Pentagon. She married Reuel N. Thompson on December 8, 1945 at the Hartland Lutheran Church in Hartland MN. Reuel preceded her in death on April 25, 2018.

Reuel and Arlys farmed in the Gilman area until 1960, when they moved to a farm in rural Stetsonville. They relocated to Dorchester in 1973, where she currently resided.

Arlys was a member of the Stetsonville American Legion Auxiliary. She was an active member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church in rural Gilman, followed by  Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville where she belonged to the Ladies Aid and Mission Circle, taught Sunday School and was involved in quilting.

She enjoyed traveling, reading, sewing, crocheting and playing Scrabble.

Arlys is survived by two daughters: Sharon (Bill) Stecklein of Derwood, MD, Nancy Thompson of Manitowoc, WI and one son, John (Jean) Thompson of DeForest, WI, One Granddaughter, Tracey (Kenny) Gulden and Two Great Granddaughters: Ellen and Megan Gulden, all of Toano, VA,  Sisters: Helen Aase of Kenyon, MN, Ona Meyer of Hartland, MN, and Margaret (Roald) Tweet of Rock Island, IL.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents, Son: Brian Thompson in April of 2012, Brother: Harold Knudson, along with several brothers and sisters in law.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations in honor of Arlys, be given to the family for future designation.

The family would like to express their deep appreciation to friends and neighbors who visited and helped Arlys, when needed, especially following the death of her Husband in April of 2018. A special thank you is extended to Henry and Sharon Blume for sharing meals and for always being there for Arlys and her family. Your friendship, help and support have meant so much to all of us throughout the years.

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

GRACE M. "IRENE" LUECK

Grace M. “Irene” Lueck, 94, of Rib Lake, passed away Sunday January 13, 2019 at Rib Lake Health Services, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice.

A funeral service will held at 11:30, Saturday January 19, 2019 at Rib Lake United Methodist Church. Pastor Angel Rosario will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Rib Lake United Methodist Church from 4:00 – 8:00 PM, Friday January 18, 2019 and also Saturday morning from 10:30 AM until the time of service.

Irene was born September 6, 1924 in Granton, WI to Anton and Rose (Schultz) Glenzer. She is a graduate of Granton High School. Irene married Marvin W. Lueck on February 26, 1944 in Medford. Marvin preceded her in death February 27, 2010.

She is survived by her Children: Kim (Roger) Gebauer, Robert Lueck, Carl (Kristin) Lueck all of Rib Lake, Carol (Jim) Bunkelman of Athens, Grandchildren: Amy  (Jayson) Peterson, Neal (Amy) Gebauer, Damon, Kelli and Joshua Lueck, Jason Homer, Danielle (Eric) Bunkelman-Willhite, Alyssa Bunkelman (Fiance Brad Martyn), Jesse Bunkelman, Great Grandchildren: Emerson and Ryan Gebauer, Cole Peterson, Gage Bunkelman, Sisters in Law: Marion Glenzer of Colby, Rose Marie (Ray) Norlin of Tomahawk, Elaine (Howard) Heup of Appleton, Brother in Law Tom Slipka, Namesake Great Great Niece Grace Irene Johnson, and many other nieces and nephews.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents, Siblings: Vernon (Charlotte) Glenzer, Adeline (Lex) Leonard, Bud Glenzer, Rae Jean (Jerry) Doubek, Kenneth Glenzer and Lois Slipka.

Irene and Marvin moved back to Rib Lake in 1944 after Marvin completed his military service. She became a homemaker. She enjoyed sewing, canning vegetables and baking, especially cookies, breads and buns. Irene enjoyed time spent with her husband fishing and traveling to visit family and friends. Irene loved her grandchildren, and always enjoyed babysitting them.

She was a member of the Rib Lake United Methodist Church where she served as Sunday school teacher for many years, and the Women’s Society where she often helped with church luncheons.

Memorial Donations in honor of Irene can be given to her 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

MARGARET S. NELSON

Margaret S. Nelson, 91, of Medford, passed away on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Care Partners, surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Margaret was born on February 17, 1927 to Nichilos and Helen (Stasek) Stock in Chicago, IL. She married Lynn Nelson on August 31, 1946 in Chicago. Lynn preceded Margret in death on December 25, 2006.

Margaret worked at a CNA at Memorial Hospital for 22 years. She was also a long time member of Community United Church of Christ.

In her spare time Margaret enjoyed walking on the treadmill, eating healthy, staying physically fit, and spending time with family and friends.

Margaret is survived by her children, Paul (Judith) Nelson of Watersmeet, MI, Linda Deml of Wisconsin, Bruce Nelson of Milwaukee, Craig (Cathy) Nelson of Westminster, CA, David (Barbara) Nelson of London, KY, James (Karen) Nelson of Medford, and Brian (Shelley) Nelson of Abbotsford; 17 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; sister, June Loertscher of Janesville and brother Nicholas Stock of California. Margaret is further survived by many other family and friends.

In addition to her parents and husband, Margaret is preceded in death by her sister, Jeanette Lange.

A memorial service for Margaret will take place at 12:00 PM on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home – Medford Chapel, with Pastor Mary Jo Laabs officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home – Medford Chapel from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM.

Memorial donation is Margaret’s name may be given to either Hope Hospice or Community United Church of Christ.

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

BERNICE M. ZIEMBO

Bernice M. Ziembo, 93, of the Town of Little Black, passed away Monday January 9, 2019 at Care Partners Assisted Living in Medford, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

Cremation rites have been accorded, a private graveside service will take place at a later date at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.

Bernice was born October 6, 1925 in the Town of Deer Creek to Fred and Leila (Jochimsen) Berger. She attended Flat Meadow Elementary School in the Town of Deer Creek. She married William “Bill” Ziembo on May 21, 1947 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Bill preceded her in death on May 31, 2010.

Bernice and Bill farmed in Town of Deer Creek, and then moved to Milwaukee for a short period of time. They returned and built, owned and operated the Black Knight Tavern in Little Black for a period of while residing in Little Black. She then worked at Hurd Millwork in Medford for 23 years until her retirement.

Bernice enjoyed reading and taking trips to the casino.

She is survived by her Son: William “Willie” (Barbara) Ziembo of Minneapolis, MN, 6 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren, Siblings: Kate Quinn of Milwaukee, Kenneth “John” Berger of Medford.

She is further preceded in death by her Parents and two Sisters: Lucille Sackmann and Janice Rogers.

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

HELEN E. CHRISTIANSON

Helen E. Christianson, 82, of Rib Lake, passed away on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 at Dycora Transitional Health and Living.

She was born on September 15, 1936 to Frank and Winafred (Wehrmann) Erdman in Rib Lake. She attended Fawn Valley and Rib Lake area schools. She married DuWayne E. Christianson on June 4, 1960; he preceded her in death on March 15, 1989.

Helen worked at Gem Products before she farmed on the Family Dairy Farm. She continued farming until DuWayne passed away. She then worked at Rib Lake Health Services as a CNA, laundry aid, and in housekeeping until retirement. In retirement she volunteered at Rib Lake Health Services helping with bingo and sing-a-longs. She entered Rib Lake Health Services in October of 2013 as a patient until failing health required her to move to Dycora in July of 2018.

In her spare time Helen enjoyed making homemade baked goods, gardening, canning, driving tractor for bailing hay, caring for animals, and spending time with family and friends.

Helen is survived by her children, Allen Christianson of Rib Lake, Tammy (Paul) Bergeson of Wausau, and Randy Christianson of Rib Lake; grandchildren, Tyler (Danielle) Bergeson, Travis Bergeson, and Ted Davis, all of Wausau; great-grandchildren, Madisyn and Raelyn Bergeson, both of Wausau. She is also survived by her brother, James Erdman or Rib Lake and sister, Bernice (Bernard) Bartelt of New Berlin and 6 nieces and nephews.

 Helen is further survived by many other family and friends.

A funeral service for Helen will take place at 12:00 PM on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, with Rev. Kenneth Bittorf officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM.

Helen is preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Memorial donations in Helen’s name may be given to the family for use at 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

FRED G. PARENT

Fred G. Parent, 87, of Medford passed away on January 3, 2019 at Care Partners, surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Fred was born on April 24, 1931 in St. Cloud, MN to Gustave and Margaret (Brauch) Parent. He was a graduate of Cathedral High School in St. Cloud and went to graduate from the University of Minnesota – St. Paul. He was enlisted in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. After school he worked for the US Forestry Department for 9 years in Oregon. He moved to Medford in 1967 and continued working with the Forestry Department until his retirement in 1987. He married Mary (Trutwin) Denn on September 6, 1957 in Loveland, CO; she preceded him in death on February 9, 1982. He later married Arlene “Archie” Stelzel on November 16, 1985 at St. Louis Catholic Church in Dorchester; she survives.

After retirement he spent 5 years working with the VNA. He was elected to the Taylor County Board in 1992 on the Personnel and Finance Committee and continued until 2012. Fred was also the Director of Group Health Trust from 1996 until 2012. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church, where he ushered for over 30 years.

In his spare time he enjoyed curling, traveling, and spending time with Ron Brink.

In addition to his wife, Fred is survived by his children, Fred Denn of Yorktown, VA, Debora (Jesse) Noland, of Medford, and Robert Parent of Wausau; step-children, Pat (Grace) Tischendorf of Dorchester, Micheal Tischendorf of Athens, and Jan Tischendorf of Medford. Fred is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and 6 step-great-grandchildren.

Fred is preceded in death by his parents, first wife, Mary, and sisters, Janet Suraci and Margaret “Peggy” Schrantz.

A Memorial Mass will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 12, 2019 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father Phil Juza officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Saturday, January 12, 2019 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Fred’s name may 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