ROBERT "SWEDE" H. JENSEN

Robert “Swede” H. Jensen, 82, of Medford, passed away on September 28, 2019 at Rib Lake Health Services, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Robert was born on April 15, 1937 at home in Medford to Roy and Anna (Pautz) Jensen. He went to Lincoln school in Medford until 7^th grade, when he and his brother contracted polio. He married Betty Jean Hartwig on May 4, 1963.

He served in the Army in Korea from September 1960 – August 1962. He left the military as a Sargent. He was a truck driver for over 50 years for Hartwig Trucking Inc. After retiring he drove truck and worked for his son, Kevin, at Jensen Transport.

In his spare time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and watching Westerns on TV.

Robert is survived by his wife, Jean Jensen, son, Kevin (Rhonda) and daughter, Kim Bunkleman; 2 grandchildren, Cody and Kelsey Bunkleman; 3 great-grandchildren, Trenton, Landon, and Lamea Bunkleman, sister-in-law, Patricia (Harley) Waldhart, sisters-in-law, Sharon Jensen and Sandra and Judy Hartwig, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Dick (Betty) Hartwig, and brother-in-law, Jack Hartwig.

Robert is preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Lloyd and Harold Jensen, parents-in-law Tom and Bernice Hartwig, brother-in-law Jim and William Hartwig, sister-in-law Jane Hartwig, and nephew Aaron Hartwig.

Funeral services for Robert will take place at 11:00 on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, with Rev. Richard Russow officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Ev. Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Friday, October 4, 2019 at Hemer Funeral Home – Medford Chapel from 4:00 PM until the time of a prayer service at 7:00 PM, visitation will continue at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM

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

DAVID KLEIBER

David Kleiber entered into eternal peace on Saturday, September 28th, while fulfilling his dream of seeing his grandson harvest a bear. He was surrounded by lifelong friends in the woods in Kennan on a beautiful, sunny, fall morning.

Born to the late Jerome and Lucille (née Heinz) Kleiber, he was a beloved big brother to Gary (Stella) of Kronenwetter, Ronnie of Colby, formerly of Medford, and the late Warren of Medford.

Loving husband to Susie (née Hartman) of Medford, father of Kristie Bergman (Eric Norum) of Phillips, and Lisa Lukes (Brandi) of Catawba.

Proud grandfather to Ryan Bergman of Phillips and Finn Lukes of Catawba.

 Brother-in-law to the late Mike Hartman, Bill (Billy Boy) Hartman (Deanna) and Peggy Brecke (Ron).

He is also survived by his faithful canine companion, Fiddle, with whom he watched many Brewers and Packers games.

In his younger years, Dave enjoyed hunting, fishing and trapping along the banks of The Black River at the homestead farm with his brother Gary, instilling a great love for nature.

Upon graduation from Medford Senior High, and being an incredible, gifted athlete with a love for baseball, he tried out for the Milwaukee Braves and was told he could improve on a few things.

Afterwards, he then decided to join the Navy and serve his country and was stationed in Spain. While overseas, his mother got a call from the Reds expressing interest in his baseball abilities. However, she didn't fully realize the importance of that call and didn't tell him until years later.

When his commitment to the Navy was complete, he relocated to Milwaukee and sought employment in a leadership role at a machine job shop that made brake presses. Dave was also employed in a butcher shop, and it was then that he chose to further his education and enrolled at The National School of Meat Cutting in Toledo, Ohio.

Deft with the knife, he came back to Medford and was employed behind the meat counter at The Holiday Village and later became the Meat Manager at The Medford Cooperative for a number of years.

Changing his career path later in life, Dave gained employment at Weather Shield Custom Products, making many friends, as well as specialty windows, and later retired from there.

Dave, an avid sportsman, loved the great outdoors and was happiest while in the woods or on the water. From dropping a few lines in Chelsea Lake and ruffed grouse hunting throughout the Chequamegan with his daughters while they were young, to taking his son-in-law on a Canadian moose hunt and deer hunting with his family in Catawba, or ice fishing on Crane Chase Lake with his grandsons, he most enjoyed his time spent with his family.

Strong in his Catholic faith, he was also a long time member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

A private family service is being planned for a later date.

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

SHIRLEY H. BRINK

Shirley H. Brink, age 81, of Medford, passed away on Friday, September 27, 2019 at DeerView Meadows Assisted Living under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care and surrounded by her loving family.

Funeral services for Shirley will take place on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 11 AM at Immanuel Lutheran Church with Pastor James Krueger officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 30, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Immanuel Lutheran Church and will continue Tuesday, October 1, 2019 from 10 AM until the time of service at 11 AM.

Shirley was born on January 28, 1938 in Medford to Harold and Evelyn (Frey) McGuire. She was a 1956 Medford High School Graduate. After high school, Shirley was employed as a beautician and store clerk for various retail stores in the Medford area. Shirley married Ronald Brink on January 31, 1959 at Immanuel Lutheran Churc
h in Medford, Wisconsin. He proceeded her in death in 2004. Prior to her retirement in 2003, Shirley was Office Manager for Charter Communications in Medford.

In her free time, Shirley enjoyed camping, reading, playing cards, traveling, and spending time with her family. Shirley also loved reading the Bible, attending Bible Study Classes, and often hosted Bible Study at her home. Shirley was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church and Ladies of Immanuel.

Left to cherish in Shirley’s memory are her children; Susan (Bruce) Nuernberger of Medford and Brian (Darla) Brink of Weston, four grandchildren; Joel (Jodi) Nuernberger, Kelsey (Jesse) Koerner, Maxwell (Rachel) Brink, and Samuel Brink, three Great-Grandchildren; Westley and Clayden Nuernberger, and Coleson Koerner. Sister; Sandra Doyle, and Special Friend; Donald Meyer.

In addition to her parents, Shirley was also proceeded in death by her husband, Ronald, in 2004, one daughter, Roxanne Rae, in 1970, one sister Darlene McGuire, and Brother-in-Law, Jerry Doyle.

Memorial donations in honor of Shirley can be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Hope Hospice.

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

LEON A. BROST

NAME OF DECEASED: LEON A. BROST AGE: 85

ADDRESS: W6903 Center Ave., Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced at 4 PM on Tuesday, September 24 at his residence in the Town of Medford under the loving care of his family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial services will be held at 11 AM on Monday, September 30 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will also be military rites performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

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

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 4-7 PM on Sunday, September 29 and also from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Monday, September 30

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 29, 1934 at Medford, WI

EDUCATION: Holy Rosary Grade School, Medford and was a 1952 graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: October 23, 1957 at New Hampton, Iowa to Yvonne M. Peterson and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: United States Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict. Following active duty, he served for 4 years in the Air Force Reserve. After the military, he resided various places while working road construction. They moved to Stetsonville in 1961 and resided there until moving to the Town of Medford in 1967 where they farmed until retirement. In retirement, he worked part time for the Medford Taxi and Hemer Funeral Service until 2015. He enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, visiting time with family and friends and just about anything outdoors.

MEMBER OF: Medford American Legion; N.R.A.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Yvonne M. Brost of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Dan (Carol) Brost of Medford, Kathy (Jeff) Hemer of Medford & Doug (Debbie) Brost of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 6 – Shanon Ployhart, Anna & Casey Brost, Megan (Nate) Bilodeau, Ethan (Mary) & Ben (Laney Handel) Hemer
GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 2 – Lauren Wildes & Maisie Bilodeau

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Dale at birth

SURVIVING SISTERS: Mary Ann Gawin of Menomonee Falls, WI and Dolores Shaw of Medford
Sisters-in-law: Ruth Brost of Medford, Rosalie Brost of Medford, Beulah Brost of Brookfield, WI

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sisters – Betty Dohm & Agnes Stephan; Brothers – Edward, Francis, & Norbert Brost

DECEASED FATHER: Anton J. Brost, Jr. DECEASED MOTHER: Mary (Stauner) Brost

OTHER INFORMATION: Leon is further survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews
-In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to Hope Hospice of Medford
-For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com

FRANCIS "FRANK" J. GASEK

Francis “Frank” J. Gasek, 92, of Medford, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019, surrounded by family at Care Partners, under the care of Hope Hospice.

Frank was born on October 4, 1926 to Joseph and Anna (Tylke) Gasek in the Township of Hammel. He was stationed in the Philippines as a Tech. 5 during WW2 from 1944-46. After the war he returned to Medford. He married Audrey Grosskreutz at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on November 15, 1952.

Frank started his career working road construction for Mueller Bros. and Universal Engineering, before working as a farmer in the Township of Molitor. He then returned to road construction and worked for the Taylor County Highway Department until his retirement in 1989.

In his spare time he enjoyed spending time with family, hunting, fishing, joy riding in the Medford area on his UTV, and making firewood in the fall. He was also a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the American Legion.

Frank is survived by his wife, Audrey, sons, Leon (Kim) Gasek and Joseph, both of Medford; daughters, Lenore (Russ Dassow) Gasek of Medford and Lynette (Russ) Pfefferle of Appleton. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.

Frank is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Ed, sister, Louise, half-brothers, Stan Strama and Wally and Tony Gasek, half-sisters, Bernice, Edna, and Mary Strama, and Stella and Rose Gasek.

A Funeral Mass for Frank will take place on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 12:00 PM, with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will follow at a later date. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Thursday, September 26, 2019 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 12:00 PM.  Following the Service, military rites will be performed by the Medford Area Military Honors Team.

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

HARVEY O. GUENTHER

Harvey O. Guenther, 70, of Medford passed away on September 20, 2019 at Aspirus Care and Rehab under the care of hope hospice.

Per Harvey'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

MICHAEL “MIKE” R. HEURUNG

NAME OF DECEASED: MICHAEL “MIKE” R. HEURUNG AGE: 62

ADDRESS: Medford; A Township of Little Black resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Friday, September 13 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital where he had been a patient for the past 1 day

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial services will take place at 11 AM on Friday, September 20 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. Nancy Amacher

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, Minneapolis, MN at a later date

VISITATION: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, September 20

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 16, 1956 at Minneapolis, MN

EDUCATION: Graduate of Richfield, MN High School and received an Associate degree in electronics technology from Northwestern Electronics Institute, Minneapolis, MN

MARRIAGE: 1st: At Minocqua, WI to Tammy Woodie and they were later divorced
2nd: May 6, 2008 at Las Vegas, NV to Gail Zimmerlee Ried and she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Mike was a US Army veteran having served from 1975-1979 as a special forces radio mechanic. After the military, he received his electronics degree and then worked for Data Card in Minneapolis. He moved to Wisconsin in 1994 and worked for NXC working the northern Wisconsin territory until 2008. He then worked various jobs in the electronics field until his retirement in 2018. He enjoyed fishing, golfing and was an avid Minnesota sports fan.

MEMBER OF: He attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Gail Heurung of Medford

SURVIVING STEP-CHILDREN: Elisa (Mark Franke) Ried of Oregon, WI and Matt (Lindsay) Ried of Medford
Step-Grandchildren: Peyton, Paisley, Parker, Gabby, Ellie & Abby

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Karen (Tim) Clark of Bloomington, MN, Jim (Michelle) Heurung of Lakeville, MN, David Heurung of Circle Pine, MN & Donna Tuttle of Grandview, MO
Sister/Brother-in-laws: Kelly (Jim) Rodman of Medford & David (Tammy) Zimmerlee of Stetsonville, WI
Further survived by several nieces

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother - Louise M. (Schmitt) Heurung of New Hope, MN
Father-in-law: Lanny Zimmerlee of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Richard C. Heurung DECEASED MOTHER-INLAW: Shelby Zimmerlee

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

MARGARET FLEEGEL

Margaret Fleegel, age 89, former resident of Township of Chelsea, passed away September 9, 2019 at Country Gardens, where she had resided for the past year, under the care of Hope Hospice and surrounded by her family.

A funeral service for Margaret will take place on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Trinity Lutheran Church in Whittlesey with Rev. Gary Lodholz officiating. Visitation will take place that morning from 9:30 until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow the luncheon at Chelsea Cemetery in Town of Chelsea. Her grandchildren will serve as pallbearers.

Margaret was born March 18, 1930 to Joseph and Magdalene (Kraemer) Imbach in Medford. Margaret married Ervin Fleegel on April 23, 1949. Together, they raised 6 children. Ervin preceded her in death in 2012.

Margaret and Ervin owned and operated a Dairy Farm. In her free time, Margaret enjoyed quilting, sewing and embroidery, and gardening.

Margaret is survived by her sons: Steve (Lynette) Fleegel, Gary Fleegel, both of Medford, and Edward Fleegel of Stetsonville. Daughters: Linda (Dave) Slachetka, Lois (Henry) Brandner, and Peggy (Joseph) Grunwald, all of Medford; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters: Mary Ann Leffel of Colby, and Marcella (Clarence) Judnic of Medford. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and siblings Joseph Imbach and Lena Gumz.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to be designated 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.

DORIS "TONI" R. MISZEWSKI

Doris “Toni” R. Miszewski, 74, of the Township of Spirit, left us to go to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 7, 2019.

Toni was born on December 16, 1944 to Raymond and Emily (Wendt) Behling. She married Robert L. Miszewski on March 1, 1969. They celebrated 50 years of marriage this year.

She worked as a Respiratory Therapist at Children’s Hospital in Milwaukee and a person assistant to Federal Judge, Dee McGarity. Upon retirement Toni and Bob moved up north to the Rib Lake area.

Toni had many passions in life, and enjoyed traveling with Bob on his motorcycles, casino runs with her sisters, and BFF Christa Grenda. She enjoyed bowling, golf, bartending, and cribbage. She loved knitting, and made many baby blankets and animal hats for children. She was famous for her funny t-shirts.

Toni had many friends, and considered them all as her children from another mother.

She is survived by her husband, Bob, daughter, Besty (Sky) Sadenwasser, sisters, Evelyn O’Brien, Janet O’Brien, and sister-in-law Patricia (Bob) Larson. She is further survived by her nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, brother, Robert Behling, and mother-in-law Agatha Yanko.

Toni will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a celebration of life will be held 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

VIOLET R. KUCHENBECKER

Violet R. Kuchenbecker, 86, of Medford passed away at Aspirus Care and Rehab, under the care of Hope Hospice and Palliative Care.

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

ILINE "TOOTS" B. BUDIMLIJA

Iline “Toots” B. Budimlija, 93, of Rib Lake, passed away on September 6, 2019 at Acorn Hills Senior Living in Mosinee, surrounded by family, under the care of Interim Hospice.

Iline was born on September 9, 1925 to Max and Hermina (Hengst) Zuther in Rib Lake. She graduated from Rib Lake High School. She briefly worked in Milwaukee before returning to Rib Lake. She also worked for Gem Products Shoe Factory for many years and at the Mondeaux Flowage.  When she returned to Rib Lake, she met Duscan “Duke” Budimlija at Zondlo’s and danced the Blue Waltz. They were married on September 27, 1947 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Rib Lake. Duke preceded Iline in death on July 12, 2011.

In her spare time Iline enjoyed working in the woods, taking meticulous care of her garden and lawn, cooking, spending time with her grandchildren, and making meals for her family.

Iline is survived by her sons, Dennis (Judith) Budimlija of Rib Lake, Dan (Margaret) Budimlija of Mosinee, and Gary (Yvonne) Budimlija of Medford; grandchildren, Jennifer (Chad) Jacobson, Brad (Heidi) Budimlija, Ryan (Katie) Budimlija, Heidi Radtke, Justin (Amie) Budimlija, Nicole (Jesse) Lukewich, Tyler (Shannon) Budimlija, and Joshua (Kirsten) Budimlija; great-grandchildren, Bianca, Brent, Riley, Silas, Dade, Lana, Gavin, Lilly, Jacob, Elliott, Arien, Zoe, Rowan, Mateo, Maddie, Flora, and one on the way, baby Duscan; great-great-grandchildren, Eli and Avery. Iline is further survived by her brother, Marlin Zuther of Seattle, WA and many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.

In addition to her husband and parents, Iline is preceded in death her infant brother Marvin, sister, Helen Dyrcz, and brother, Donald Zuther.

A memorial service for Iline will take place at 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, with Pastor Kenneth Bittorf officiating. Burial will follow at Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake. Visitation will take place at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church on Thursday, September 12, 2019 from 10:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Iline’s name may be made to either Acorn Hill Senior Living or the church.

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

WILLIAM “BILL” E. BECHLEM

NAME OF DECEASED: WILLIAM “BILL” E. BECHLEM AGE: 59

ADDRESS: Main Street, Medford, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Thursday, September 5 at Aspirus Medford Hospital where he had been a patient for the past 1 day

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Graveside services will take place at 11 AM on Friday, September 13 at Medford Evergreen Cemetery

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 25, 1960 at Medford

EDUCATION: Attended Medford area schools

MARRIAGE: August 11, 1985 at the Gilman Baptist Church to Cindy Tate and they were later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: He worked the carnival for Earl’s Rides out of Chilton, WI for over 30 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and watching the Green Bay Packers.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Son – Billy (Jodi Dake) Bechlem of Medford
3 Granddaughters – Shannon & Shelby Salzman, Samantha Dake-Shuld

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Otto Bechlem of Prentice
Sisters – Patricia (LeeRoy) Vesnefsky of Racine and Brenda Bechlem of Arizona
Special Niece – Sandra Vesnefsky of Racine

DECEASED FATHER: Willard E. Bechlem
DECEASED MOTHER: Mildred E. (Brasch) Bechlem-Kessler

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

ROSEMARY "DIANE" JACOBI

Rosemary “Diane” Jacobi, age 61, of Medford, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at her residence.

Cremation rites have been accorded and no services will be held.

Diane was born on May 10, 1958 in Marshfield to Lawrence and Elaine (Gruny) Jacobi. She graduated from Colby High School. Diane had worked as a telemarketer.

She is survived by her sister Shelia (Bob) Frazer of Mount Vernon, WA. Diane was preceded in death by her parents, and her brothers John and Joseph.

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