LARRY D. HERSHBERGER

LARRY D. HERSHBERGER
Age 76 of Rib Lake, former resident of Berlin, WI passed away on March 28, 2016 in Eau Claire after years long battle with heart disease. Larry was born on March 25,1940 in Albia, Iowa to Donald and Freda (Stocker) Hershberger. He moved from Iowa at the age of 11 to Wisconsin. Larry graduated from Wautoma High School in 1959. In 1991, Larry moved to Rib Lake and worked for Frank Bieniek for a period of time. He then worked for the Great Northern Cabinetry in Rib Lake before working for Weathershield Mfg. in Medford until his retirement. In his retirement he worked part time for County Market in Medford until ill health forced him to retire completely.
Services for Larry will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake with Father Otto Bucher officiating. Visitation will be held at 9:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 9, 2016 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake. Cremainal inurnment will take place at Lakeview Cemetery at a later date.
Per Larry’s request his body has been donated to U.W. Madison for research.
On October 26, 1968, Larry married Kathleen Trochinski at St. Mark’s Catholic Church in Redgranite, WI and she survives. He was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake where he was an usher and a counter. Larry was also a lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus.
Before becoming ill, Larry enjoyed wood working, hunting, walking in the woods, watching the wildlife in the yard and mostly enjoying his grandsons.
He is survived by his wife Kathleen Hershberger of Rib Lake, daughter Shelley (William) Burrier of Bloomer, son Andrew Hershberger of Appleton, grandsons Jakob and Landon Burrier of Bloomer, brothers Milton (Diane) Hershberger, Lonnie Hershberger both of Oshkosh, Thomas Hershberger of Berlin, sisters Maxine (Thomas) Mertens of Berlin, Jane (Dale) Schaumberg of Chippewa Falls and sister-in-law Linda Hershberger of Stevens Point. Larry is further survived by many brother and sister-in-laws, nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and many many friends.
He was preceded in death by a daughter Sheila Hershberger, his parents Donald and Freda, in-laws Marcella and Carl Trochinski, brother Donald Hershberger and two sister-in-laws Carol Hershberger and Gail Trochinski.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Larry’s family to be designated at a later date.
Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements.
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JAMES “SPETZ” J. GELHAUS

NAME OF DECEASED: JAMES “SPETZ” J. GELHAUS

AGE: 74

ADDRESS: Medford, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:00 PM Monday, March 28 at Cedar Lane Apts., Medford where he had resided for the past 2 weeks, most recently under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Per his request, there will be no services held.

INTERMENT: Cremainal inurnment will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery in Medford at a later date

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: January 18, 1942 in Medford, WI

EDUCATION: Jim attended Holy Rosary Catholic School and was a 1960 graduate of Medford High School & attended the Milwaukee School of Engineering.

MARRIAGE: Never married

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After High school, Jim joined the U.S. Navy and served for 4 years before moving to Milwaukee and attending the Milwaukee School of Engineering. He then worked at Square-D in Milwaukee for 6years. Jim returned to Medford for a short period of time before re-enlisting in the U.S. Navy having served 23 years total upon his retirement. During his active duty, his primary specialties included serving as a submarine repairman and electronics technician. After his retirement from the military he returned to Medford. Jim loved to fish and enjoyed his daily routine in Medford.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: William “Bill” (Judy) Gelhaus of Arizona, Dorothy (Alan) Rhyner of Prentice, Paul (Mary Sonaglia) Gelhaus of Cable, WI, and Jean Gelhaus of Ladysmith

Jim is further survived by many Nieces and Nephews

SISTERS DECEASED: Mary Gelhaus & Virginia Gelhaus

DECEASED FATHER: Aaron August Gelhaus DECEASED MOTHER: Josephine Elizabeth Schumacher

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KRISTINA I. KNOPP

Kristina Irene Knopp, 20, of Medford, went home to be with her Lord, Wednesday March 23, 2016.
Kristina was born June 12, 1995, in Novocheboksarsk, Russia.
When Kristina was 13, she was adopted by the Knopp Family, who brought her to the United States on May 6, 2009. She was a 2013 graduate of Abbotsford Christian Academy, where she will be remembered as a fierce competitor who played basketball and volleyball.
Kristina was currently an employee of Phillips Medisize, having previously worked at Northland Outlet and Arbys in Medford. Kristina was a free spirit and a true “people person.” She loved to be surrounded with friends, family and especially little children. Her personality lit up a room, and she never knew a stranger. Kristina could see the good in everyone, and was extremely generous through her gift giving. Through her heart for children and generosity, Kristina helped start two schools for underprivileged children overseas. Kristina attended Abbotsford Evangelical Free Church where she helped in Sunday School, Nursery and the One Way Club, and was a member of L.I.F.T Youth Group.
Kristina is survived by her Parents: Richard and Susan Knopp of Medford, Siblings; Samantha (Joel Stark) Knopp of Madison, Jennifer(Chad Tutton) Knopp of Pensacola, FL, Benjamin Knopp of Marquette University, Milwaukee. Grandparents: Ruth Armbrust of Medford, Richard and Barbara Knopp of Sheboygan, Sharon Knopp of Lake Geneva, and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Kristina is further survived by her family in Russia, Father; Alexander Vasilievitch Tarenko, Brothers; Vasiliy and Alexander Tarenko.
She is preceded in death by her Grandfather Robert Armbrust, and Russian Mother Irina Kurbatovna Tarenko.
Funeral services for Kristina will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday March 30, 2016 at the Abbotsford Evangelical Free Church, Abbotsford, WI. Pastors Mike and Bruce Jahnke Will officiate. Private graveside services will be held at Medford Evergreen Cemetery II, Medford, WI. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM, Tuesday March 29, 2016, at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, and also from 9:30 AM – 10:45 AM, Wednesday March 30, 2016 at Abbotsford Evangelical Free Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Kristina Knopp may be given to Christian Aid Mission, through which Kristina helped at-risk children internationally. Donations can be made directly at their website (Home>Donate>Help Needy Children) or can be made to Abbotsford Christian Academy with “Christian Aid Mission” in memo line.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake have been entrusted with arrangements, online condolences may be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com
Kristina will be greatly missed by her Parents, Brother, Sisters, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, and numerous friends, not only in the United States but all over the world.

HELEN A. DYRCZ

NAME OF DECEASED: HELEN ALVIRA DYRCZ AGE: 88

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Woodland Court, Merrill, on Sunday March 20, 2016 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services, where she had been a resident for 6 years.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: A private funeral service will be held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake, Wi.

OFFICIATING: Pastor Joseph Dietrich

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake, WI

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: November 1, 1927 in Rib Lake, WI.

EDUCATION: Graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: Helen married Joseph J. Dyrcz on June 7, 1947 in Rib Lake, WI. He preceded her in death on June 30, 2007.

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Following high school, Helen briefly worked in Milwaukee, then returned to Rib Lake and worked at the Medford Hospital as a nurses aide. Helen ran the family dairy farm, while her husband Joseph was driving truck over the road. She was an avid gardener, and enjoyed traveling. She will always be remembered for her fantastic cooking, visitors would never leave her home hungry. Helen was a lady of style and grace and that was expressed in herself, her family and her home. She loved her family, especially her children and grandchildren; Helen put her heart and soul into everything she did.

MEMBER OF: St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake, WI

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Lynn (Maureen) Dyrcz of West Bend, Judith (Carl) Blennert of Merrill, Joseph Dyrcz of Los Angeles, CA, Faith (James) Seidel of West Bend, Jeffrey Dyrcz of Modesto, CA, and Brian (Michelle) Dyrcz of Medford.

GRANDCHILDREN: Breck (Bryanna) Blennert, Craig (Robin) Seidel, Scott (Kelly) Dyrcz, Kari Jo (Harley) Davidson, Lori Dyrcz, Amber (Mike) Gariety, Derek (Mandi) Seidel, Marc (Shaunna) Dyrcz, Crystal Dyrcz, Jay Dyrcz, Amanda Dyrcz

GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 13

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Iline “Toots” Budimlija, Marlin (Carol) Zuther, Donald (Loretta) Zuther

Further survived by 6 Nieces and Nephews.

BROTHER DECEASED: Infant Brother, Marvin Zuther.

BROTHER-IN-LAW DECEASED: Duscan "Duke" Budimlija

DECEASED FATHER: Max Julius Zuther DECEASED MOTHER: Hermine L. Hengst

PALLBEARERS: Helen’s Grandsons will serve as pallbearers.

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorial donations in honor of Helen Dyrcz may be given to St. John’s Lutheran Church.
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CHAD K. MAYES

NAME OF DECEASED: CHAD K. MAYES AGE: 27

ADDRESS: 870 E. Allman Park #840, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced dead on Friday, March 25 in the City of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 29 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

OFFICIATING: Deacon Joseph Stefancin

VISITATION: Hemer Funeral Home, Medford from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Tuesday, March 29

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 22, 1988 at Great Falls, Montana

EDUCATION: Sacajawea Elementary School, Great Falls, MT; 2006 graduate of CM Russell High School, Great Falls, MT; attended University of Great Falls, Great Falls, MT and Northcentral Technical College, Medford

MARRIAGE: June 12, 2009 at Medford to Amanda R. Smith and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: In 2008, he entered the US Marine Corps where he was stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. He also did an extended tour in Iraq. After he was discharged from the military, he resided in Great Falls, MT for a period of time, then moved to Medford. At the time of his death he was employed by Phillips Plastics Corp. in Medford. He enjoyed hunting, the outdoors, fishing, hanging out with his Marine Corps buddies & spending time with his children.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Amanda R. Mayes of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Kailyn Rae Mayes & Gunner Joseph Mayes both of Medford

SURVIVING PARENTS: Father - Warren (Tammie) Mayes of Great Falls, MT; Mother – Linda Greer of Conneaut, OH
Paternal Grandparents – Jo (Don) Berry of Bullhead City, AZ & Don (Angel) Mayes of Roswell, NM
Maternal Grandparents – Janet &William Greer of Conneaut, OH
Mother/Father-in-law: Jackie (Brad) Jentzsch of Medford & Dave (Toni) Smith of Dorchester

HONORARY PALLBEARERS: Travis Carr, Richard Cole, Paul Holmes

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be given to the family for a fund to be set up for his children
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RUTH M. JUDNIC

NAME OF DECEASED: RUTH M. JUDNIC AGE: 94

ADDRESS: 850 Vega Lane, Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: pronounced at 5:00 PM on Saturday, March 19 at her home in the City of Medford

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 23 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey

OFFICIATING: Rev. Randal Jeppesen

INTERMENT: Chelsea Community Cemetery, Township of Chelsea

VISITATION: 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Wednesday, March 23 at Trinity Lutheran Church, W5334 Dassow Avenue, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 27, 1921 at Kewaunee County, WI

EDUCATION: Highland School, Township of Greenwood, Taylor County

MARRIAGE: April 10, 1948 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Chelsea to Carl E. Judnic and he preceded her in death September 27, 2000

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage, she did housework in the Medford area and worked in Milwaukee for a period of time. After marriage, they farmed in the Township of Little Black from 1950 to 1977. She then moved to Medford and worked in the kitchen at Memorial Hospital as a baker and cooks helper until her retirement in 1996. She enjoyed yardwork, cooking, baking, sewing, gardening, snowmobiling, the Packers & Brewers.

MEMBER OF: Trinity Lutheran Church, Whittlesey

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sister – Arlene Mashack of Montello, WI
Many Sisters/Brothers-in-law, Nieces/Nephews, great Nieces/Nephews

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – Alvin, George & Ervin Fleegel, Marion Dassow and Verna Dassow

DECEASED FATHER: George Fleegel DECEASED MOTHER: Mathilda (Prahl) Fleegel

PALLBEARERS: Terry Nau, Mike, Dave & James Judnic, Mark Hull, Gary Fleegel

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by one God Daughter – JoAnn Zeinemann of Plymouth, WI
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JACK A. PATTERSON

NAME OF DECEASED: JACK A. PATTERSON AGE: 62

ADDRESS: 415 E. Pine Street, City of Medford

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 2:28 AM Monday, March 14 at Aspirus Medford Hospital, emergency room where he was taken earlier by ambulance

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 18 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will also be military rites performed by the Stetsonville American Legion Post #519

OFFICIATING: Rev. Dan Esterline

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

VISITATION: 4-7 PM on Thursday, March 17 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford and also from 10 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, March 18

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: December 1, 1953 at Medford

EDUCATION: Medford elementary schools and was a 1972 graduate of Medford Sr. High School; he attended the Medford Branch Campus for a period of time

MARRIAGE: June 28, 1975 at the United Methodist Church, Medford to Linda L. Fryklund and she survives

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After his education he worked at Weather Shield Mfg. in Medford for a period of time. In 1976, he joined the US Navy serving until 1996 while residing in FL, Iceland, IL, SC & Mississippi which he was very proud of. After retirement from the military they returned to Medford where he worked at K-Mart for a short period of time, then K & B Refrigeration until his retirement in January of 2016. He enjoyed golfing, bowling & socializing with family and friends.

MEMBER OF: American Legion Post #519, Stesonville where he was presently Adjutant; Medford Area Community Theatre where he was currently serving on the board of directors

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Linda L. Patterson of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Stacey (Matthew) Sias of Eau Claire, Dana (Andrew) Hopkins of Weston, Jessie (Travis Schilling) Patterson of Medford, Magga (Jeff) Netzer of Medford, Laura (Douglas) Johnson of Rice Lake, Kyle (Amalia) Patterson of Gilching, Germany, Jacqui Patterson of Eau Claire

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 13

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Donna Cochran of Medford,, Chad Patterson of Omaha, NB, Lanna Fanning of Wisconsin Rapids, Twin sister-Jill Hernandez of Menasha

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sister - Mavis Donaldson in 1995

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother-in-law: Effie Fryklund of Medford

DECEASED FATHER: Donald Wicker Patterson DECEASED MOTHER: Vivian (Lohnis) Patterson

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