ELAINE M. JACOBI

NAME OF DECEASED: ELAINE M. JACOBI AGE: 85

ADDRESS: Aspirus Care and Rehab, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Tuesday, May 28 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where she had resided for the past 20 months

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per Elaine’s request, there will be no visitation or services

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 12, 1934 in the Town of Medford

EDUCATION: Medford and Dorchester elementary schools, 1951 graduate of Dorchester High School

MARRIAGE: September 30, 1961 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford to Lawrence Jacobi & he preceded her in death September 25, 2014

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage, she worked at Schreiber’s IGA in Dorchester. After her marriage, she worked at the IGA and Hedler’s Grocery Store in Colby, owned/operated Duffy’s Bar in Colby, managed a motel in Thorp as well as the Welcome Inn Motel in Medford. She enjoyed knitting, dancing, playing cards, watching sports on TV, and spending time with her friends and family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sheila (Bob) Frazier of Mount Vernon, WA and Diane Jacobi of Medford

CHILDREN DECEASED: Twin infant sons – John & Joseph Jacobi in May, 1963

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Lindsey Frazier of Bellingham, WA & Logan Frazier of Dallas, TX

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Marleen Lindau of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Henry Gruny DECEASED MOTHER: Irmal (Gowey) Gruny

OTHER INFORMATION: Special thanks to the loving caregivers and staff at Aspirus Care & Rehab (particularly her sweet roommate and a very special “Angel Nurse”). Memorial contributions can be made to the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (www.hdsa.org) in honor of Elaine’s nephew, Dean Lindau.
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HILDA KRUEGER

Hilda Krueger, 91, of Medford, passed away Tuesday May 28, 2019 at her home in Medford under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care surrounded by her loving family.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday June 1, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in Medford Evergreen Cemetery II, Pallbearers will be Jon Nyhus, Jim Nyhus, Kaden Nyhus, Jennifer Stibbe, Justin Roth, Dennis Salzgeber.

Hilda was born June 17, 1927 in the Town of Goodrich to John and Ursula Salzgeber. She married Ernest “E.J.” Krueger in 1948, he preceded her in death in 1984.

She is survived by her 3 Daughters: Laurie (Bruce) Kestler of Florida, Sherry Krueger (“Sparky”) of Dorchester and Terriesa Krueger of Medford, 9 Grandchildren, 8 Great Grandchildren, 2 Sisters in Law Evelyn and Ester and many nieces and nephews. She will be dearly missed by her friends of many years, Elva and Bernadette.

Hilda is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Sister Frieda Giese, Brothers John Jr. and Christ Salzgeber, 2 brothers in infancy, Great Granddaughters Kassidy Nyhus and Ophelia Maeve Roth.

Early in Hilda and E.J.’s marriage they lived and worked in various places throughout the upper Midwest before settling in the Medford area in the early 1960s. She was a homemaker and mother and worked for several local businesses in the area.

She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, sewing, puzzles and visiting with family and friends and reminiscing and sharing stories of good times had. Growing up on a farm, she had a passion for animals and was proud of her 100% Swiss heritage.

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

 

 

ALVIN W. LISKE

Alvin Liske, age 90, a town of Browning resident died on Tuesday, May 28 at Aspirus Medford Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. 

Alvin was born January 5, 1929 at the family home in the town of Browning, the son of  Emanuel & Mary (Frey) Liske .  He graduated from Birchwood School and Medford High School in 1947.  He also attended and completed several training courses over the years.  He married Edna Alice Miller on October 4, 1952 at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford and she preceded him in death on February 7, 2016. 

With the help of his family, they owned/operated a 560 acre dairy farm in the town of Browning from 1948 until 1991.  They planted 250,000 trees and built three fish and wildlife ponds.  While farming, he worked as an insurance agent for Mutual Service Insurance from 1961-1986, Little Black Mutual Insurance from 1961-2000, worked at Strebig Auto, Steel Structures and worked as the Town of Browning highway superintendent from 1956-1961.  He was a census bureau crew leader, clerk at Birchwood School from 1950 to 1958, served as chairman of school consolidation committee, was first president of newly formed Medford Area School Board from 1961 to 1973, and helped develop the Medford school forest.  In 1978 he received the State Wildlife Award.  Alvin was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church where he served on the church council and was the financial secretary.

On February 22, 1954, Alvin entered the neighbor’s burning home and rescued the mother and three children.  He then received the Medford Chamber of Commerce award in recognition of bravery and heroism.  Alvin loved the outdoors, nature, trapping, hunting and fishing.

Alvin served on the board of directors of Taylor Electric Co-op for periods of time while holding various positions during his 33 years on the board.  He served as secretary/treasurer for the Taylor County Association of Cooperatives from 1955 to 1960, along with director of the board of Taylor Credit Union from 1962 to 2001.

Survivors include his children, Donald (Sandy) Liske of Medford, Mark Liske of Duluth, MN, 6 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren & his brother, Roland (Ila) Liske of New Berlin.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, daughter Shirley  in 2010, siblings, Edmund, Raymond & Marvin Liske, Lillian Wanker, Helen Miller & Ester Billows.

Funeral services for Alvin will be on Monday, June 3 at 11 AM at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford with Rev. Jeffrey Mahnke officiating.  Visitation will be from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM at the church that morning.  Burial will take place at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church and School of Medford.  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake serving the family.  For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

 

JOAN I. BIZER

Joan I. Bizer peacefully returned to her husband's arms Tuesday, May 28 2019 while residing at Dycora Transitional Living Center, Abbotsford for nearly 2 months, gently cared for by Dycora staff, Hope Hospice and her children. 

 Joan was born May 18, 1931 to Walter and Anna (Kraemer) Wesle. She attended Pine Tree School and graduated from Medford High School, was employed as a secretary/bookkeeper by Klinner Insurance and Bootzin's Feed Mill. Ivan Bootzin threatened her job if she did not go out with Harold Bizer, whom she married June 15, 1955. They moved to their town of Browning dairy farm in 1958 and farmed together until semi-retiring in 1993. They raised four children and provided each of them with a college education.

Joan loved gardening, canning, and freezing the produce and as she retired her beautiful flower gardens. She was a fantastic cook, baker and often delighted her family with desserts made of any berry she could pick. Beside farming, gardening, and housekeeping, she managed to keep her girls beautifully dressed in clothing she sewed for them. Once retired she enjoyed her flowers, travel with her husband, 3rd Tuesday lunches with dear friends, bible study in their home and watching her grandchildren's sport events. Little made her happier than hosting the best Christmas celebrations, holiday meals, picnics and birthdays. Long tranquil car rides, reading and crossword puzzles filled her free time and in later years, she became a skilled rummy player, beating Harold on a regular basis.

Harold passed away February 22, 2019. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church and active in bible study until their collaborative health declined.

She is survived by her children and her children by marriage: Suzanne (George) Mathews, Medford, Linda (Rick) Sorenson, Onalska, David (Dawn) Bizer, Medford and Brian (Kristi) Bizer, Reno NV. She dearly loved her grandchildren: Dustin Mathews, Leigh (MIke) Henline, Jaclyn Bizer (Josh Gollhardt), and Derrick all of Medford. Her great-grandchildren brought her much joy: Andrew, Madelyn and Abigail Henline of Medford.

In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by sisters, Harriet (Raymond) Meyer, Audrey (Reiny) Klilngbeil, and brother Glen Wesle, her dear sister in law Dorothy survives.

A memorial service for Joan will take place 11:00am on Monday, June 3 2019 at Christ Lutheran Church, Abbotsford, with Rev Donald Bruce officiating. Burial will take place at Medford Evergreen Cemetery I at a later date. Visitation will take place Sunday, June 2 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford chapel, from 4:00pm until 7:00pm and continue at the church on Monday from 10:00am until the service at 11:00.

 In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to Hope Hospice of Medford. 

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

GARY D. HENKEL

Gary D. Henkel, 69, of Medford, passed away Sunday May 26, 2019 at Aspirus Medford Hospital.
A funeral service and military honors will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday May 31, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Pastor Teri Hanson will officiate. Visitation will be held at the funeral home that morning from 9- 11:00. Burial will be held at the Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at a later date.
Gary was born April 13, 1950 in Medford to Oscar and Margaret (Bergmann) Henkel. He is a 1968 graduate of Medford Sr. High.
Gary is survived by his Children: Gregory Henkel of Ohio, and Christal (Brian) Nowak of Medford, Grandchildren: Austin, Hailey, McKenna, Gabriela and Arabella, Siblings: Russell (Ann) Henkel of Ormond Beach, FL and Linda (Harvey) Pelot of Rhinelander, Labrador "Ruger", and several nieces and nephews, former spouses: Catherine Taber of Medford and Patricia Ogryzek of Athens.
He is preceded in death by his Parents, Sister Laurie Goessl and Nephew Raymond Henkel.
After his high school career, Gary enlisted in the US Navy. He went on to serve as an aircraft electrician. He was honorably discharged after 20 years of service, and earned the rank of Petty Officer 1st Class. He then returned to Medford and worked electrical maintenance for Hurd Windows for 20 years. In his retirement he worked at Ace Hardware with Medford CO-OP.
He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, cutting firewood and woodworking. He also liked to tell jokes and enjoyed conversation.
 He was an active member of the Medford VFW Post #5729 where he was in charge of Bingo.
Memorial donations in honor of Gary 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

HAROLD J. DASSOW, SR.

Harold J. Dassow, Sr., 91, of Medford, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Aspirus Care and Rehab, surrounded by family, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

Harold was born on November 12, 1927 to Henry and Bertha (Barkow) Dassow in Medford. He attended Frey School. After school he worked on the farm until retirement in 1997. He married Mary Ann Kraemer on May 10, 1947; she survives.

In his spare time Harold enjoyed farming, logging, gambling, shooting darts, watching deer, playing cards, fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife, Harold is survived by his children, Joseph (Lynn) Dassow of Phillips, Mary Lou (Duane)  Anderson on Medford,  Judy (Gary) Weir of Medford, LeRoy (Jeanette) Dassow, Sr. of Medford, Ronald (Sharon) Dassow of Medford, Mark Dassow of Medford, Jane (Hoss) Ostrowski of Kronenwetter, Carol (Tom) Judnic, of Medford, Lanny (Debra) Dassow of Medford, Sara (Todd) Ruesch of Medford, and Laura (Steve) Larson of Stratford; 31 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Arnold Dassow of Medford; sister, Darlene Drager.

In addition to his parents Harold is preceded in death by his son, Harold “Sonny” (Betty) Dassow, Jr. brothers, Hilbert, Alvin, Clarence, Robert, Sr., Donald, Ralph, and Hank Dassow; sisters, Elaine Gums and Ardella Dohrwardt.

A Memorial Mass for Harold will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2019 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Whittlesey at 11:00 AM; with Father Phil Juza officiating. Visitation will take place at OLPH on Thursday, May 30, 2019 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donation in Harold’s name may be given to the family for use at a later date.

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

LOIS A. CLARKSON

Lois A. Clarkson, 86, passed away Saturday May 25, 2019 at Aspirus Wausau Hopsital.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 12:00 Noon on Wednesday June 5, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel. Visitation will be held that day from 10:00 AM until the time of service. Burial will follow at Dorchester Memorial Cemetery.
Lois was born April 8, 1933 in Owen, WI to Rudolph and Agnes (Anderson) Mengel. She married Lloyd C. Clarkson on April 17, 1954 in Owen. Lloyd survives.
She is further survived  by her Children: Roxanne (Bob) Ayer of Columbus, WI, Kevin (Patty) Clarkson of Medford, Steven (Lori) Clarkson of Stetsonville, Grandchildren: Ashley (Nick) Schultz, Danielle (Mike) Deprey, Crystal (Eric) Arendt, Shantell Clarkson, Chad (Erica) Clarkson, Tina (Rob) Weis, Tanya Leonard, Stephanie (Ken) Mueller, 9 Great Grandchildren, Brother Bob (Sheryl) Mengel of Lakewood, WI and several Brothers and Sisters in Laws, and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her Parents, Infant Son Bruce, Son Michael and Siblings: Dick, Dolores, Sandra and Kenny.
Lois worked for several area supermarkets including Krueger Grocery in Dorchester, IGA in Medford, Copps in Medford, and County Market in Abbotsford where she retired from in 1998. She worked in all areas of the super markets from managing, ordering, pricing, stocking and registers.
She enjoyed cross stitch, embroidery and gardening various plants and flowers.
She loved spending time with her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren, she made quilts for every one of them. She also enjoyed her companionship with her Pomeranian dog "Ginger."
She was of the Lutheran faith, and a member at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Dorchester.
Memorial donations in honor of Lois 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

MELVIN O. NEUMUELLER

Melvin O. Neumueller, 88, of Medford, passed away on May 21, 2019 at Aspirus Care and Rehab, surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Melvin was born on February 21, 1931 to Rudolph and Helen (Schwabenhausen) in the Township of Chelsea. He graduated from Medford High School. Following high school he began to farm on the family dairy farm. On June 2, 1956 at Trinity Lutheran Church, he married Irma J. Schwoch; she preceded him in death on April 19, 2011.

He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church Men’s Club, Choir, and enjoyed being an usher. He loved going to baseball games and attending his grandchildren’s sporting events.

Melvin is survived by his children, Deanne (Ronald) Blasel, of Dorchester, Sheila (Ray) Fuchs of Stetsonville, David Neumueller of Medford, Dale Neumueller of Greenwood, Dennis (Linda) Nuemeuller of Medford, and Wanda (significant other Joseph Gasek) Neumueller of Medford; 16 grandchildren and 27 great – grandchildren. Melvin is further survived by his siblings, Dorothy (Jim) Broeren of Minocqua, Vernon (Mary Ellen) Neumueller of Garden Prairie, IL, and Esther Schafman of Rockford, IL; sisters-in-law Ginny Neumueller of Wausau and Darlene Reynolds of Wisconsin Rapids, nieces, nephews, and many other family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Melvin is preceded in death by his brothers, Arnold, Harvey, Ralph, and Harold; sisters, Viola Anderson, Arlene Anderson, and one in infancy.

A Funeral Service for Melvin will take place at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Whittlesey with Pastor Gary Lodholz officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Trinity Lutheran Church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Melvin’s name may be given to to 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

CAROL M. WILL

NAME OF DECEASED: CAROL M. WILL AGE: 81

ADDRESS: Our House Assisted Living, Medford; A former Town of Ogema resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Saturday, May 18 at Our House Assisted Living, Medford where she had resided for the past 2 years, most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Saturday, June 1 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Mount Olive Cemetery, Westboro

VISITATION: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, June 1

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 8, 1937 at Medford

EDUCATION: She attended various elementary schools, was a graduate of Prentice High School and received an associates degree in accounting from UW-Superior

MARRIAGE: Never Married

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After her education, she worked at the Phillips courthouse as the Clerk of Probate Court/ Probate Register, Clerk of Juvenile Court and Court Commissioner for 44 years until retirement. She unveiled the portrait of Judge Bjork in a special court proceeding to memorialize Judge Bjork. When she started as the Juvenile court clerk, they saw 23 cases per year then towards the end of her career there were 175 cases a year. She was the longest serving Register in Probate in the State in the summer of 1997. She witnessed the old Court House that was torn down and the new one built. She served as secretary of BB/BS of Price County for a time. She enjoyed playing and spending time with her nieces/nephews, playing cards, traveling, reading crossword puzzles and flower gardening.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church of Rib Lake where she received an award for years of mailing bulletins to congregants who could not make it to church

SURVIVING: Sisters-in-law: Susan Will of Ogema and Leona Will of Prentice
Many nieces and nephews.

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Bruce & Clark Will

DECEASED FATHER: Walter Fred Will DECEASED MOTHER: Gertrude Mildred Rudolph

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the American Cancer Society, local chapter - 611 W Doege St, Marshfield, WI 54449
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GERALDINE R. SCHEITHAUER

Geraldine “Gerri” Scheithauer, 84, of Medford, Wisconsin passed away on May 20, 2019 in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.  Gerri was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 19, 1934 to Gerhardt and Genevieve (Pasturczak) Welter and moved with her parents and younger brother, Donald to the Rib Lake area in her early teens.  Gerri graduated from Rib Lake High School in May of 1952.  She had just enough graduation money to get to Chicago, where she worked through the summer to earn money for passage to California to marry her high school sweetheart, Kenneth Scheithauer, stationed at Twentynine Palms, California.  Ken and Gerri were married on September 5, 1952 at Oceanside, California and settled in the Medford area after Ken’s tour with the U.S. Marine Corps was complete.

Gerri is survived by her husband of 66 years, Ken Scheithauer and five children, Gary(Sandy), Jayne(Linda), Mary(Pat), Amy(Matt) and Jon(Jill).  She is also survived by six grandchildren, Erin, Josh, Nathan, Nicole, Joe and Cameron.  Gerri also had six great-grandchildren at the time of her passing, Kiernan, Kai, Eden, Luka, Caellum and Grayson. Gerri is also survived by her brother, Donald.

In addition to her parents Gerri is preceded in death by a son, Mark.

Gerri started a more than 43 year career in accounting with Robert Klinner, later Hawkins, Ash Baptie, in October of 1961.  She started bookkeeping with the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Whittlesey in 1967, and continued until the time of her passing.  Gerri was a very devoted parishioner and found much joy being involved with her church.

Gerri was an avid sports fan, following the Milwaukee Brewers, Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks and Wisconsin Badgers.  Gerri loved going to ball games at Interwald with her family, and enjoyed nothing more than watching her children and grandchildren participate in all of their activities.  Gerri bowled in the women’s league for many years, and took great pleasure in road trips with her closest friends.

A Funeral Mass for Geraldine will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday, May 23, 2019 Our Lady of Perpetual Help, W5409 Whittlesey Avenue, Medford, with Father Phil Juza officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake. Visitation will take place at OLPH on Thursday, May 23, 2019 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

DENISE R. STAAB

Denise R. Staab, 69, of the Town of Hammel, passed away at her home on Friday May 17, 2019 under the care of Aspirus Hospice and  Comfort Care.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday May 22, 2019 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, Town of Holway. Pastor Amy Heinz will officiate. Visitation will be held Tuesday May 21, from 4-7:00 PM, at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford chapel, and also at church on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

Denise was born April 20, 1950 in Medford, WI to Leslie and Loretta (Schmidt) Dray. She is a 1968 graduate of Medford Area Sr High. Denise married Kurt Staab on May 31, 1969 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford. Kurt survives.

She is further survived by her Son: Craig (Kori) Staab of Sussex, Grandchildren: Garret and Mariele Staab of Sussex, Mother: Loretta Dray of Medford, Siblings: Russell (Carol) Dray of Medford, Patricia Dray of Sheridan, WY, Roger (Cindy) Dray of Medford, Brothers and Sisters in law: Gail Alger of Thorp, Claire (Steve) Malchow of Withee, Marlys (Patrick) McNamar of Crested Butte, Kent (Darlene) Staab of Withee, Roger (Kris) Staab on Westboro, and several nieces and nephews.

Denise is preceded in death by her Father Leslie Dray, Father and Mother in Law Jake and Helen Staab, and Brother in Law Roger Alger.

Denise worked as a secretary for the Medford Area School District for 33 years, and served as the Town Clerk for the Town of Hammel. She was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church, where she served on church council.

She loved flower gardening, reading, crossword puzzles, knitting, raising chickens, traveling, and all things outdoors. Denise will be remembered as an excellent cook. She enjoyed volunteering at the Isadore Lake Youth Fishing Day.

Memorial donations in honor of Denise can be designated to the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library in Medford.

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

JUDITH A. INMAN-BURETA

Judith A. Inman-Bureta, 81, of Medford, passed away Friday May 17, 2019 at the Aspirus Medford Hospital.
Judith was born April 22, 1938 in Chicago, IL to James and Dorothy (Holloway) Dimmock. She received her Bachelors degree in Art from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay.
She taught art at several schools including Shiocton High School in Shiocton, WI and in retirement volunteered at Medford Area Senior High. She had a passion for art, including sewing, crafts, ceramics, jewelry and woodworking. She also enjoyed her time spent outdoors working in her garden. Judith loved her family, especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her Children: Joseph Inman of Waupaca, Lee Inman on Bonduel, Jed (Tracy) Inman of Seymour, Lisa (Paul) Thiel of Appleton, Bill (Elizabeth) Inman of Pulaski, 14 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, Domestic Partner John Swanson of Medford, and Brother Jim (Valentina) Dimmock of California.
Judith is preceded in death by her Parents, Daughter Jill, 2 infant sons and Sister Joanne Stevens.
Per Judith's request, cremation rites have been accorded and no services will be held.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

SHARON R. BISHOP

Sharon R. Bishop, 75, of Medford, passed away Wednesday May 15, 2019 at Aspirus Medford Hospital.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday May 21, 2019 at the United Methodist Church of Christ.  Pastor Angel Rosario will officiate. Visitation will be held that morning at church from 9 AM until the time of services. Burial will be held at the Flora Cemetery, in Slabtown, WI, at a later date.

Sharon was born  on September 22, 1943 in Beetown, Wisconsin.

She is survived by her Children: Teresa (Chuck) Wyatt of Clarksville, TN, Robert and Chad of Medford, Eric of Lancaster and Everett Strohbush of Medford, Sister Delores Moneypenny of Eau Claire, Brother Everett (Joan) Edgington of Fennimore, Sister Phyllis Leeser of Fennimore, Sister in Law Carol Cederholm of Medford, 9 Grandkids, 4 Great Grandkids, numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Sharon loved to play bingo and Yahtzee, scratch lottery tickets and drink Pepsi. She loved her family and was always there to lend a helping hand. She will be missed by many.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be given to the 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.

LESTER “Orville” E. FRENZEL

NAME OF DECEASED:     LESTER “Orville” E. FRENZEL   AGE:  84

 

ADDRESS:  Sunset Road, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

 

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH:  Tuesday, May 14 at Cedar Springs Health & Rehab, Cedarburg where he had resided for the past 6 months

 

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 1:00 PM on Tuesday, May 21 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

with military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team

 

OFFICIATING:  Pastor David Clements

 

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

 

VISITATION:  Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 12 noon until the time of services at 1 PM on Tuesday, May 21

 

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: May 23, 1934 at Medford

 

EDUCATION: Thielke elementary school, Town of Medford and attended Medford High School

 

MARRIAGE: Never Married

 

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: He served in the US Army from 1957-1959.  After the military, he farmed in the Town of Medford for his whole life until his retirement from farming.  He enjoyed gardening.

 

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Gordon Frenzel in 2000 and Verna Huebner in 2011

 

DECEASED FATHER:  Edward Peter Frenzel     DECEASED MOTHER:  Rosalie Ruth (Hoffmann) Frenzel

 

OTHER INFORMATION:  survived by Nieces and Nephews, 4 Great Nieces and 7 Great Great Nieces

-For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com 

WAYNE W. ENGEL

Wayne W. Engel, 84, of Medford, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at Thedacare Regional Hospital in Appleton.

Wayne was born in Cochrane, WI to Wallace and Luella (Heuer) Engel on November 30, 1934. He attended Medford Area Senior High. Following graduating, Wayne enlisted in the Army National Guard . After his service, Wayne obtained his teacher’s license and taught grade school for nine years. On December 30, 1955 Wayne married Carol, she survives.

Wayne owned and operated Medford Millwork before retiring at 65. He was a member of Medford Curling Club and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his wife, Wayne is survived by his children, Jayne Engel, Mark (Milissa) Engel, and Jill Storch; grandchildren, Robert Stieber, Sara (Craig) Stieber-Amundson, Mike, Carolyn, and Julia Storch, and Jason and Larissa Engel.

Wayne is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Russell, Don, and Monion.

A Funeral Service for Wayne will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, with Pastor Richard Russow officiating. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II. Visitation will take place at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church on Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Wayne’s name may be given to the church.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

SHELVIE JEAN GRISWOLD

Shelvie Jean Griswold, 80 transitioned to her heavenly home on October 28, 2018 in Kingsport, TN, surrounded by her family. She was born on Oct. 27, 1938 in Westboro to Frank and Irene (Johnson) Rizzi.
Shelvie went to high school in Rib Lake and graduated in 1957. Shortly after graduation, she married Paul Roy Griswold on Oct. 5, 1957.
Her greatest gifts were hospitality and encouragement. She loved cooking for her family and friends. She loved to minister to others, especially to women and to the elderly. She cared deeply for those in nursing homes and taught Sunday School at her local nursing home in Medford. She and Paul also used their voices to minister to others through being active members in their church choir. Even up to her last days here on earth, you could hear her sing, “What a Mighty God We Serve!”
Second only to her lifelong commitment to the Lord Jesus, was her total devotion to loving her family well. Her life was most fulfilled through her holy calling as a wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Survivors include two sons, Steven (Samantha) Griswold of Mooresburg, TN and Daniel (Debbie) Griswold of Kingsport, TN; five grandchildren, Amy (Jacob) Brecheisen of WI, Steven Jr. (Kassadee) Griswold of Chandler, AZ, Jenna & Jacob Griswold of Kingsport, TN and Violet of Mooresburg, TN. She is also survived by five great-grandchildren, her brother Gene (Sandy) Rizzi of Rib Lake, her brother/sister-in-law, Peter (Mary) Milosevich of Watertown, WI and a host of beloved nieces/nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank & Irene Rizzi and daughter-in-law, Donna (Steven) Griswold.
A memorial gathering for Shelvie will take place on Saturday, June 15, 2019 at the Medford Community Center located on the County Fairgrounds at the intersection of Highways 13 & 64 in Medford. A service with Rev. Paul Woods officiating will begin at 11 am. Graveside services will be held at 9 am at Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake on the same day.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.

BONNIE FISCHER

Bonnie was born to Helen Orva Fischer 7 Jul 1945 in Perkinstown, Grover, Taylor, Wisconsin. Her step-father was John Henry Winslow.

She was raised in the Town of Westboro, Wisconsin by her grandparents Hank and Carrie (Weihrouch) Fischer. She attend Westboro High School graduating 24 May 1963.

She always loved seeing family at the tavern her grandparent’s ran on highway D. There was a dance hall at the tavern in which she and her cousins could all roller skate and play. She loved putting puzzles together and that was her favorite pastime. She spent the past few years at the Memorial Nursing home.

She is survived by step brother’s Edward and Sharon Winslow of Kenosha, step-brother Larry Winslow of Kenosha; her aunt Ella Fischer of Sheboygan, Wisconsin and cousins, Nancy (Fischer) and Bill Sarring of Port Washington, Wisconsin; Ned and Janet Fischer of Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin; Ted and Dawn Fischer of Port Washington, Wisconsin, Alan and Bonnie Fischer of Loretta, Wisconsin; Valerie (Fischer)Ecklund- Eisner of Roberts, Montana; Mike and Beverly (Fischer) Clough of Medford, Wisconsin and all of the Fischer, Sarring, Ecklund, Eisner families.

She was preceded in death by her mother Helen, step-brother Lyle Winslow, step-father John Winslow; grandparent’s Hank and Carrie Fischer, Uncle Kenneth and Kay Fischer and Uncle Theodore Fischer.

A Memorial Visitation for Bonnie will take place on Wednesday, May 15, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home - Medford Chapel from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Following the visitation a graveside service will take place at Perkinstown Cemetery with Pastor David Clements officiating.

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

MARLENE A. GERSTBERGER

Marlene A. “Crick” Gerstberger, 84, of Rib Lake, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2019, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Marlene was born May 4, 1934 in Milwaukee, WI to Eric and Alice (Delikat) Milde. She is a graduate of Girls Tech in Milwaukee. She married Arthur Gerstberger on August 18, 1962. He preceded her death on April 9, 2013.

Marlene is survived by her children: Nancy (Rick) Dohrwardt and Ronald (Kris) Gerstberger both of Rib Lake, four grandsons: Michael (Vanessa) and Taran Dohrwardt and Ryne and Nicholas Gerstberger, and her sister Donna Taylor of Colby and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is further preceded in death by her parents: step-mother Martha Milde, her sister Dorothy and brother Bobby.

Following High school, Marlene went to Las Vegas. She worked in a flower shop in the Dunes Hotel and specialized in floral arrangements. She put together arrangements for several celebrities, including Mary Tyler Moore and Sandy Duncan. She came back to Milwaukee and worked at Victor Johnson’s flower shop. She also played on a fastpitch softball team coached by Shirley Martin. They traveled all over the country to play in tournaments. In 1971, her and Arthur moved back to Rib Lake. In 1973, Marlene started a flower shop out of her home and in 1978, built her own shop that she called Gerstberger Rib Lake Florist. It is still up and running in the same location on McComb Avenue 46 years later. She and her daughter Nancy have been working together since the start of their family business.

Marlene enjoyed playing softball. She was a member of the Tuesday and Thursday night bowling leagues, where she sponsored several bowling teams. She loved fishing, baking, listening to polka music, and was an avid Milwaukee Brewers fan. She loved listening to Bob Uecker announce games on the radio. Marlene loved animals, especially her kitties and grand-dogs. She cherished her time spent with her grandsons, Mikey and Taran, who gave her the nickname “Crick.” She loved to crack jokes with them and attend their baseball games.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of Marlene’s life will take place from 1pm-5pm on May 19, 2019 at the Rib Lake Ice Age Pavilion. Due to Marlene’s huge love for the Brewers, if you have any Brewers apparel, please feel free to wear it to Marlene’s celebration of life. Burial will take place on a later date at the Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake.

Heaven must have needed a great florist!

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

ALVIN H. FRAHMANN

Alvin H. Frahmann, 90, passed away Saturday May 4, 2019 at The Waterford in Colby. Per Alvins request, cremation rites have been accorded and no services will be held.

MARK D. BROST

NAME OF DECEASED: MARK D. BROST AGE: 57

ADDRESS: N3223 Mokry Road, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Monday, April 29 at St. Mary’s Hospital, Rochester, MN

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 4 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Friday, May 3; also at church from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, May 4

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: February 9, 1962 at Medford

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Catholic School, Medford and was a 1980 graduate of Medford Sr. High School; Attended Motorcycle Mechanics Institute in Phoenix, AZ

MARRIAGE: January 28, 2016 at Medford to Patty Parrish and they have been together for the past 9 years; In 1998 at Medford to Patricia Netzer and they were later divorced; In 1982 at Medford to Kim Thieme and they were later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education, he worked on the family farm raising veal calves until 2001. Then he worked in the bakery at Kraft/Nestle Pizza Corp. until ill health forced his retirement. He enjoyed spending time with his family, motorcycle riding, playing cards, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing & doing field work for his best buddy, Luke Lamberty.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: The love of his life, Patty Brost of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Ashley (Pedro Montes) Brost of Owen, Courtney (James) Cook of Rib Lake & LaTeasha Brost of Medford
Step-Children: Heather (Larry) Frelichowski of Medford, Lisa (Jon Martin) Zink of Iron River, MI, Jessica (Jason) Kopp of Minocqua, Jennifer (Vincent) Pipkorn of Argonn, WI and Brian Moberg Jr. of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: Emma & Faith Nowak, Ethan & Lucas Cook; Step – grandchildren: Dominic Frelichowski, Braxton Pipkorn & Evelyn Martin

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Randy (Anne) Brost of Medford, Sharon (Jim) Grunewald of Medford & Michele (Bruce) Krug of Medford

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother – Darlene (Denzine) Brost of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Donald J. Brost

PALLBEARERS: Trenton Grunewald, Larry Frelichowski, Brian Moberg Jr., Austin Salzgeber, Jordan Brost, Mike & Justin Grunewald

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
Further survived by his special best friend – Luke Lamberty of Medford, many nieces, nephews & cousins
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