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

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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