A family graveside committal service for Viola will take place on Friday, May 1, 1:00 PM at Medford Evergreen Cemetery with Rev. James Krueger officiating. A future celebration of life service for the public will take place at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford.
Viola was born on January 13, 1920 in the Town of Browning to John & Alma (Schoenfeldt) Frey. She attended Frey Elementary School, Town of Browning and was a graduate of Medford High School. On June 22, 1940 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey, she was married to Robert “Stub” A. Clausnitzer and he preceded her in death October 25, 2010.
After her education, she worked at Bootzin’s Feed Mill in Medford. After their marriage, they owned and operated Clausnitzer Beverage Co. in Medford for over 30 years. Then she cooked at the Northside Tavern in Medford until retirement. She enjoyed bowling, dancing, playing cards, gardening and puzzles. She was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford and its Ladies of Immanuel.
Surviving Viola are her children – Bob (Joan) Clausnitzer of Freedom, WI, Ruth (Jim) Gifford of Rapid City, SD, and Linda (Dave) Heglund of Minneapolis, MN. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, 20 great-great-grandchildren and a sister – Elinora Brandner of Country Gardens, Medford. She was preceded in death by her parents, one great-great-grandchild and brothers – Oscar, Hilbert, John and Ralph Frey.
The family of Viola would like to give special thanks to the nurses and nursing staff at Aspirus Care and Rehab, Medford. They also ask that any memorial contributions be given in Viola’s name to Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford. Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.
