January 2008
Thursday, January 24, 2008 1:01 PM CST
January 24, 2008Viola E. MeyerViola E. Meyer, 92, a resident at Golden Living Center-Watertown, was born to everlasting life at 92 years, six months and nine days young on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008.
Funeral services and a celebration of her life will be held on Saturday at 2 p.m. at St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown with the Rev. Michael Jensen officiating. Burial will be in the Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown.
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be directed towards the family or St. Mark's Lutheran Church.
The Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown is in charge of arrangements.
The former Viola Elsie Lydia Bennin was born on July 14, 1915, in Othello, Wash., daughter of Richard F. and Louise (Borth) Bennin. She graduated from St. Mark's Lutheran Grade School in Watertown and was a graduate of Lake Mills High School, where she was a tutor, cheerleader, captain of the basketball team and valedictorian of her class.
Viola married Ervin “Duly” E. Meyer on Nov. 10, 1934, in Belvidere, Ill. After 60 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on June 30, 1994.
Viola was a member of St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She had been employed at the egg plant in Watertown, and owned and operated a restaurant/tourist café with her husband, Duly, for 20 years. Upon retiring from the restaurant, she was em-ployed at Fiberesin in Ashi-ppun and also LewiSystems in Watertown. She enjoyed playing cards and attending her grandchildren's sporting events.
Viola is survived by a daughter, Betty J. (Jerrold) Lillge, and a son, James (Deb) Meyer, all of Water-town; a sister, Anita Sullivan of Watertown; eight grandchildren, Gary (Rebekah) Thoma, Dean (Ann) Thoma, Dale (Diane) Thoma, Tami (Tom) Reynolds, Teri (Ross) Lawrence, Jay Lillge, Dawn Meyer and Natalie Meyer. She is further survived by 18 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild, a son-in-law, Lloyd Thoma of Lake Mills, and a brother-in-law, Gerald Updike of Watertown.
Viola was further preceded in death by two children, Mary Ann Meyer and Ellis J. Thoma; two grandchildren, Brian and Heather Meyer; two brothers, Alvin and Elmer Bennin; and a sister, Lorraine Updike.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Marilyn Downs-Gooch
Marilyn J. Downs-Gooch, 79, of Watertown and Juneau, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2008, at her home.
Marilyn was born on July 10, 1928, in Chicago, daughter of Leslie and Lois (Ross) Downs. She had been employed by the Wisconsin State Crime Lab and retired from the New Mexico State Crime Lab. Marilyn had been a member of the Watertown Senior And Community Center.
Survivors include her son, Roger (Shelley) Gooch of Juneau; her grandchildren, Shauna, Sydney and Ali Gooch; a brother, Dave (Bonnie) Downs of Dodgeville; a niece, three nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
A family memorial service will be held in the spring.
The Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
Jennifer Hammond
MADISON - Jennifer Hammond was born in Milwaukee on Sept. 7, 1950, and peacefully passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, in Madison after a long illness.
Jennifer was a former resident of Watertown and Oconomowoc.
She was the beloved wife and companion of Michael Hammond Sr. and stepmother to Kimberly M. (Arthur) Saltus of Fayetteville, N.C., Michael (Robyn) Hammond Jr. of Watertown and Tambra (James) Kopiness of Watertown.
She was preceded in death by Debra (Andres) Linke.
Also surviving are her brothers and sisters, Michael (Joan) Kullmann of Jefferson, Debra (Richard) Osowski of Oconomowoc, Pamela (David) Salisbury of Ixonia and Timothy (Karen) Kullmann of Madison; 15 grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at the home of James and Tammy Kopiness, 206 Monroe St., Watertown, 53094, on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m.
Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Ave. Madison
Mildred Thiemke
MILWAUKEE - Mildred “Millie” M. Thiemke, 77, of Milwaukee, joined her husband, Frank, of 55 years, on Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2008.
Mildred lived in Milwaukee and was born April 29, 1930, in Concord.
She was the devoted mother of Judy (Jeff) Maas, Janet (Bob Jr.) Schultz, Jacalyn Heckert, Jeffery (Barb) Thiemke, Joy (Joe) Balisteri and the late Jeannie Thiemke. She was loved and will be greatly missed by her eight grandchildren, Jeremy, Keri, Bobby, Stephanie, Jodi, Tony, April and Tucker; and her 11 great-grandchildren, Tyler, Rylee, Kaylei, Haley, Cody, Sami, Trevor, Amber, Leanna, Austin and baby Schultz; beloved sister of Myrtle (with the late Roy) Zickert, Mable (with the late Hugo) Guenterberg, Doni (Morris) Gennerman, Lucy (O'Gene) Potenberg, Ralph Bankert, Ervin (Rosa) Bankert and Junior (Karen) Bankert.
She will always be remembered by nieces, nephews, other family members, lots of friends and bingo buddies.
Visitation is at the Krause Funeral Home, 12401 W. National Ave., New Berlin, on Sunday from 2 to 6 p.m. and Monday from 10 to 11 a.m. A funeral service will follow at 11 a.m. Interment will be in Highland Memorial Cem-etery, New Berlin.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to Bethesda Lutheran Home in Watertown.
A special thank you to everyone who helped with Millie's hospice stay at home.
BINGO!
Condolences may be sent to krausefuneralhome.com.
Krause Funeral Homes and Cremation Service 12401 W. National Ave. New Berlin
January 23, 2008
Lester H. Turke
Lester Hubert Turke, 93, of Watertown, passed away on Monday afternoon, Jan. 21, 2008, at Swifthaven Assisted Living in Watertown. While he had multiple age-related medical issues, he died suddenly and unexpectedly, presumably of a cardiac cause.
Lester was born on Feb. 17, 1914, in the town of Watertown, son of Louis and Adela Turke (formerly Schuett), the fifth of eight children.
In order to help his family, he left school at the age of 14 to work on a farm, and dairy farming subsequently became his lifetime vocation, though he worked as a cheesemaker for a period of time as well. Additionally, while farming full-time, he also worked full-time as a carpenter for various companies in the area, including Oliver Construction in Oconomowoc.
On May 23, 1936, he married the former Sylvia Neitzel at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon and the couple had two children over the course of their marriage.
Lester was a lifelong member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon, where he served as president for a time and was a member of the church council, school board and dartball team. Lester's other civic service activities included serving as a member of the Lebanon Lions Club.
Lester enjoyed playing baseball in his younger years and never lost his love for the game. He bowled for many years until he was forced to quit due to failing vision secondary to macular degeneration. He continued to follow the Packers and Brewers as best he could. Every spring, he looked forward to the start of the baseball season. While he could no longer see the television, he followed them on the radio.
Lester was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia; his parents, Louis and Adela; three brothers, Arthur, William and Armund; and three sisters, Lorena Wenzler, Hilda Henkel and Lydia Raether.
Survivors include two sons, Dr. Terry Turke of Watertown and Michael Turke of Neenah; two daughters-in-law, Janice Turke and Diane Turke; six grandchildren, Jessica Grandt-Turke, Zachary Turke, Bethany Turke, Danielle Schmidt, Jonathon Turke and Kimberly Turke; and two great-grandchildren, Logan Grandt-Turke and Hannah Grandt-Turke. Lester is also survived by his sister, Vanita Schramm, and three sisters-in-law, Frieda Turke, Edna Kuehl and Meta Turke, all of Watertown.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon with the Rev. James O'Reilly-Christensen officiating. Burial will be in Pilgrim's Rest Cemetery, Lebanon.
Relatives and friends may call at the Hafemeister Funeral Home on Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. and at Immanuel Lutheran Church of Lebanon on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials, if desired, may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church, American Cancer Society or the charity of one's choice.
While he had many hardships and losses in his life, including surviving prostate cancer, lung cancer and especially the loss of his wife, Sylvia, he never lost sight of his blessings. He never complained even when he had reason to do so.
Lester was a kind, honest and loving man who will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Roger Schmutzler
ELMIRA, Ore. - Roger Ben Schmutzler, 80, of Elmira, Ore., died Monday, Jan. 21, 2008, of lung cancer.
Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Matthew Episcopal Church.
Memorials are suggested to the American Cancer Society or St. Matthew Episcopal Church.
The West Lawn Memorial Park and Funeral Home of Eugene, Ore., is assisting the family.
Roger was born March 27, 1927, in Watertown, Wis., son of Ben and Ruby (Dehnart) Schmutzler. He was a high school graduate.
Roger married the former Alice Forte on March 26, 1966, in Watertown. He operated the Harley-Davidson Motorcycles dealership and Schwinn Bicycles in Watertown for 50 years.
Surviving are his wife of Elmira, and two sisters, Audrey Morill of Menomonee Falls, Wis., and Vanna Hilker of Watertown.
West Lawn Memorial Park & Funeral Home 225 S. Danebo Ave. Eugene Ore.
January 22, 2008
Stanley Johansen
Stanley Manfred Johansen of Watertown passed away peacefully at home on Monday, Jan. 21, 2008.
Stan was born on Aug. 29, 1923, on a dairy farm in Luck, the fifth child of Nels and Helga Johansen. He graduated from Frederic High School in 1941. He worked the family farm with his dad until 1953. It was in this community of Danes where he learned the skill of telling a story and the importance of looking at all situations with an alternative perspective, always with a touch of humor, making the impossible possible and the unbearable bearable.
He came to Watertown to work at the first Wisconsin branch office of Production Credit Association. He married Helen Anderson in 1960. In 1972, he started his career as the first agricultural loan officer for M&I Bank in Watertown, until his retirement in 1987.
Personally, he was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and community member. He served the community as president of the Jaycees, PTA and Jefferson County Bankers Association. He was involved in Lions, Toastmasters, Cub Scouts, United Fund, and a charter member of the Watertown Agri-Business Club and Wisconsin Agricultural Bankers Association. As a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church, he served on the council and the stewardship committee.
Greater than his dedication to community was his dedication to his family, as husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed spending time hunting, fishing, boating, camping and laughing. He was happiest when he could see others laugh and enjoy times spent sharing stories with friends at local restaurants, around campfires on Solberg Lake and most recently, when close friends would come to visit. He taught us to live with conviction, practice unconditional love and don't ever forget to laugh.
Stanley is survived by his wife, Helen; his children, Ridge of Green Bay, Jon of Madison and Sue and her husband Matt Green of Middleton; his grandchildren, Nicole, Cooper and Colin; a sister, Edna Lawson of Luck; two sisters-in-law, Evelyn Johansen and Gail Anderson; a brother-in-law, William (Shirley) Anderson; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers.
A memorial service for Stanley will be held on Satur-day at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church with pastor Terry Larson officiating.
Family and friends may call on Saturday from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at the church.
The Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service is serving the family.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Fred Gremmels and staff and Rainbow Hospice for their wonderful care and support.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
January 21, 2008
Ella A. Folz
GRAND MARSH - Ella A. Folz, 66, of Grand Marsh, passed away Sunday, Jan. 20, 2008, at her home.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday at the Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown with the Rev. Lee Meissner of Christ United Methodist Church officiating. Interment will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Watertown.
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.
There will also be visitation at Roseberry's Funeral Home in Friendship on Wednesday from 3 to 6 p.m.
Ella was born March 19, 1941, in Paragould, Ark., daughter of James and Lerlene (Bishop) Beakley. She moved with her family to Whiting, Ind., and later married George Folz on Sept. 18, 1960, in Whiting. The couple made their home in Calumet City, Ill., and in 1965 moved to Watertown. Ella and George retired to Grand Marsh in 1990.
Ella worked at Watertown Memorial Hospital and was a homemaker.
Ella enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and friends. She also enjoyed visiting the casinos up north.
Ella was a member of T.O.P.S. and United Church of Christ.
Ella was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Charlene Beakley, Jimmie Bell Osborne and Mary Jane “Janie” Goodrich.
Survivors include her husband, George Folz of Grand Marsh; two daughters, Teresa (Rich) Schulenberg of Madison and Lerlene (Mark Humfleet) Folz of Watertown; a son, Darrell (Karen) Folz of Watertown; six grandchildren, Michael Folz of Watertown, David Folz of Watertown, Brian Folz of Watertown, Scott Kolbow Jr. of Watertown, Mark Humfleet Jr. of Watertown and Ashley Humfleet of Watertown; a great-grandchild, David Morris of Pewaukee; other family and friends.
Visit roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Roseberry's Funeral Home 512 Main St. P.O. Box 620 Friendship
Inez R. Barnes
JEFFERSON - Inez R. (Schuld) Barnes passed away on Friday, Jan. 18, 2008, at her home.
She was born on March 3, 1934, in the town of Farmington, daughter of the late Linus and Adeline (Hattie) Schuld. She married David Barnes Nov. 18, 1950, in the rectory at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church.
She was always willing to help everyone and had worked at Lavasser's 5 & 10, Barney's Drive Inn, Shirley Ann's Closet and F & M Bank until her retirement in 1997.
She was a teacher and a mother of many others. She enjoyed playing cards, knitting, crocheting and sewing.
She is survived by her husband, David Barnes of Jefferson; her children, Michael (Susan) Barnes of Tomahawk, Gwendolyn Mulks of West Jordan, Utah, Rae Jean (James) Dunning-ton of Jefferson, Bradley (Vicki) Barnes of Jefferson and Dawn (James) Swan of Pardeeville; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and a brother, Lyle (Margie) Schuld of Jefferson.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother; brothers, Merlin Schuld, Lester Schuld and Eugene Schuld; and a sister, Eileen Schuld.
Her celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jefferson with the Rev. Dr. Kenneth Comstock officiating. Private family interment will be in Carillon Tower at Evergreen Cemetery in Fort Atkinson at a later date.
There will be a gathering of friends and family at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the celebration.
Memorials can be made to St. Mark's Evangelical Lutheran Church or Jefferson Rainbow Hospice.
The Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home in Jefferson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home LLC 900 W. Racine St. Jefferson
David E. Hans
JEFFERSON - David E. Hans, 72, of Jefferson, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, of kidney failure at Meriter Hospital in Madison.
He was born on April 17, 1935, in the town of Jefferson, son of the late Benjamin and Mathilda (Weber) Hans. He received his schooling at Sanborn Hill School in the town of Jefferson and at St. John the Baptist Catholic School.
He married Ramona Gleiter on Nov. 3, 1956, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jefferson.
David had been employed at the Jefferson County Highway Department from Sept. 1, 1954, to April 17, 1989, and was the supervisor for the department for 22 of those years.
He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church and he loved polka music, cooking, food, NASCAR racing, and the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and playing cards with his friends.
David was a loving husband to his wife, Ramona of Jefferson, and a devoted father to their two daughters, Pearl Mary (fiancé James Hammen) Ley of West Bend and Julie Ann Luedtke of Rice Lake. David was especially proud of his five grandchildren, Paul (fianceé Kira Bailey) Ley, Stephanie Ley, Bradley Luedtke, Alison Luedtke, Nina Luedtke. He is also survived by one sister, Elaine Finn of Fort Atkinson; two brothers; Kenneth (Jeanette) Hans of Lake Mills and Francis (Sandra) Hans of Appleton; five sisters-in-law, Lucille Hans of Jefferson, Mary Hans of Jefferson, San-dra Hans of Helenville, Janice Schoenherr of Jefferson and Pearl (John) Marasch of Mercer; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Joan Hans and Susan Wisch; four brothers, Jerome, Eugene, John and Ralph Hans; his mother- and father-in-law, Romie and Evelyn Gleiter; and a brother-in-law, Merlin Schoenherr.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at noon on Saturday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Rev. Thomas Coyle officiating. Burial will be in Union Cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, the Apostolate to the Handicap, Tomorrow's Hope or Jefferson Rainbow Hos-pice.
The Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home in Jefferson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home LLC 900 W. Racine St. Jefferson
Leonard Converse
MARSHALL - Leonard “Squig” B. Converse, 96, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008, at Willowbrook Nursing Home in Lake Mills.
He was born on July 11, 1911, son of F.W. and Alice (Marks) Converse. Squig was raised on a farm in the Whitewater area. On Aug. 5, 1939, he married the former Dorothy Kestol in New York. She preceded him in death on Dec. 7, 1971.
Squig graduated from the Wisconsin State Teachers College in Whitewater in 1934. He was a science teacher and coach at Marshall High School. He eventually became the high school principal and school superintendent. After 17 years with the Marshall schools, he became a general contractor and built many homes in Marshall.
Squig started six man football and Home Talent Baseball in Marshall. He was honored with induction into the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Athletic Hall of Fame in 1969 and the Wisconsin Basketball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 1993.
Squig was a member of Marshall United Methodist Church, a charter member of the Marshall Lions Club and a former member of the Marshall Volunteer Fire Department.
Survivors include his children, Cyril (Elizabeth) Converse of Lake Mills and Bonnie (Michael) Clayton of Marshall; his grandchildren, Janie and James Clayton and Joseph, Daniel and Benjamin Converse. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was further preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Alice Balfe; and two brothers, John and Allen Converse.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Marshall United Methodist Church with Pastor Marianne Cotter officiating. Family burial will be in East Richmond Cemetery, Whitewater.
Family and friends may call on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the church and on Wednesday after 10 a.m. at the church.
Memorials to Marshall United Methodist Church would be appreciated.
Hart-Vick Funeral Home of Marshall is serving the family.
Hart-Vick Funeral Home 107 S. Beebe St. Marshall
January 19, 2008
Orla Yahn
Orla N. Yahn, 91, of Madison, formerly of Watertown, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at Oakwood Village Lutheran Home in Madison.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Watertown with the Rev. Terry Larson officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Watertown.
Visitation will be held at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Immanuel Lutheran Church or the charity of one's choice.
Pederson Funeral Home in Watertown is serving the family.
Orla was born in rural Hustisford on July 3, 1916, daughter of Moritz and Mathilda (Eickstedt) Nehls. She married Bernard Yahn on Oct. 13, 1940. They were able to celebrate 62 years of loving marriage prior to his death in 2003.
Orla was a kind, gracious and unassuming woman who was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was a creative and wonderful cook who loved to entertain. She took great pride in her home and yard and upholding family traditions.
Survivors include two daughters, Marcia Yahn (Paul Uebelher) of Madison and Cynthia (Gary) McGavran of Washington; two grandchildren, Andrew (Colleen) Gamroth and Laura (Troy) Enright, both of Washington; a great-granddaughter, Annalise Enright of Washington; a brother, Myron Nehls of Hustisford; a brother-in-law, Lloyd (Ortrud) Yahn of Florida; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband and parents, Orla was preceded in death by a sister, Cynthia; and five brothers, Percy, Morris Jr., Christian, Wallace and Arthur.
The family extends their deepest appreciation to the many neighbors (particularly Glenn Guetzlaff and Dolly Pirkel), friends and caregivers who provided care and support to Orla over the last few years enabling her to live in her beloved home until recently.
Pederson Funeral Home 213 S. Fifth St. Watertown
January 18, 2008
Louis J. Grabow
Louis J. Grabow of Watertown was born to everlasting life, 91 3/4 years young, on Tuesday evening, Jan. 15, 2008.
A funeral service and celebration of his life will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church in Watertown with the Rev. Brett Brauer officiating. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown.
Relatives and friends may call to pay their respects at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Trinity Lutheran Church.
The Hafemeister Funeral Home of Watertown is in charge of arrangements.
Louis was born in Water-town on April 14, 1916, son of Theodore and Anna (Poten-berg) Grabow.
He is survived by the love of his life, Anita (Ihlenfeldt), to whom he was married for 70 years.
Louis was a tool and die maker for 44 years. He worked for Otto Biefeld for 30 years, where he completed his tool and die apprenticeship. He finished his career at Durant/Eaton Corp. in Water-town.
Louis was a drummer in Shorty Keppel's dance band in the mid-1930s, playing at dance halls throughout the Rock River area, as well as fraternity dances in Madison.
In 1948, Louis, his brother, Harris, and his father, Ted, went into the mink business until 1962. They knew and were known by mink ranchers all over the country. They sold their pelts to the New York Auction Company. Following this venture, Louis and Harris developed their mink properties into a subdivision on Water Street. They developed the plat and contracted to build homes. Louis was a meticulous contractor. One of his builders told him, “Louie, if I build this house to your specifications, it would cost $1,000 a square foot.”
He loved to fish and entertain his family at his cottage in central Wisconsin. He taught his grandchildren how to fish and inspired his son and grandchildren how to work precisely with their hands.
Louis was a lifelong member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Watertown.
He is further survived by his son, Jack (wife, the former Lucille Wolff) Grabow; his daughter, Kay Ann (David) Horstick; four grandchildren, Pammy (Scott) Rice, Sandy (Bill) Schwenkner, Ted Horstick and Gabe Horstick; two great-grandchildren, Alyssa Rice and Stacey Schwenkner; and his brother, Harris Grabow.
Louis was a kind and gentle man.
You will always be loved, remembered and missed.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Ann C. Peirick
JEFFERSON - Ann C. Peirick, 95, of Jefferson, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 17, at The Glen in Whitewater.
She was born on Aug. 11, 1912, in Tripp, S.D., daughter of the late James A. and Anne (Byron) Naughton. She married Lawrence Peirick on Aug. 23, 1941, at St. Henry Catholic Church in Watertown. He preceded her in death on April 6, 1989.
Ann was a homemaker her entire life. She loved to bake and cook for her family. She enjoyed gardening and loved to grow flowers. She was an avid reader and bird watcher, and a fan of Western movies. She was very proud of her Irish heritage.
Ann was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jefferson and the St. Anne Society. She volunteered at St. Vincent de Paul for many years.
She is survived by one daughter, Marilyn (Francis) Purtell of Fort Atkinson; one son, James L. Peirick of Hot Springs, Mo.; eight grandchildren, Dawn (Bill) White, Vicki (Mark) Johnston, Tom (Leanne) Purtell, Angela (Jason) Froemming, Jeff Purtell, Michael (Cynthia) Peirick, Carrie (Chris) Stroup and Steve (Robin) Peirick; and eight great-grandchildren.
She is also preceded in death by three brothers, Gerald, Matthew and James, and two sisters, Margaret Froh and Dolores Stearns.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with the Rev. Thomas Coyle officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery.
Friends may call from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday at the Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home in Jefferson and at the church Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass. A rosary will be recited at 4 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be directed to St. John the Baptist Catholic School.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home LLC 900 W. Racine St. Jefferson
Robert F. Strauss
LAKE MILLS - Robert F. Strauss, 82, of Lake Mills, died on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2008, at home.
He was born on June 9, 1925, in Milford, son of the late Leonard and Olive (Buehler) Strauss. He married Eunice Ortwig on May 20 1950. She died Sept. 24, 1962. He later married Lois Lemberger Happel on Sept. 4, 1965. She died on March 22, 2007.
Robert had been a lifelong area resident. He had been a dairy and agricultural farmer in the Aztalan area. He was a member of Lake Mills Mora-vian Church, its dartball league, AMPI, and in earlier years, had served on the Aztalan Tyler School boards for several years.
Survivors include one daughter, Sharon (Jerry) Kraus of Helenville; two sons, Charles (Terri) Happel of Lake Mills and Richard (Roberta) Happel of Seattle, Wash.; seven grandchildren, Stacie Happel, Megan Happel, Debbie (Seth) Ebel, Becky Kraus, Betsy Kraus, Christopher Happel and Nicole Happel; one great-granddaughter, Ellie Ebel; one brother, Charles Strauss of Cambridge; one sister, Evelyn (Carlton) Kuhl of Waterloo; one brother-in-law, Harley Raether of Lake Mills; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by two sisters, Frieda Raether and Edna Eck.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday at the Lake Mills Moravian Church with Rev. Beth Rohn officiating. Burial will be in Rock Lake Cemetery.
Friends may call from 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the church until the time of service.
If desired, memorials may be made to the church.
The Claussen Funeral Home in Lake Mills is assisting the family.
Claussen Funeral Home 416 W. Lake St. Lake Mill
January 17, 2008
Harold C. Eske
ASHIPPUN - Harold “Salty” C. Eske, 89, of Ashippun, passed away Tuesday evening, Jan. 15, 2008, at the Hartford Healthcare Center.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Ashippun with the Rev. Gary Tillmann officiating. Burial will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery, Ashippun.
Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. John's Lutheran Church Building Fund, the Ashippun EMS and Fire Department or the Lebanon EMS and Fire Department.
Harold Charles Eske was born in the town of Ashippun on March 14, 1918, son of the late William and Marie (Wittnebel) Eske. He married Anita Schlage at St. John's Lutheran Church in Ashippun on June 5, 1949.
Salty attended St. John's Lutheran Grade School in Ashippun. He was engaged in dairy farming most of his life. He was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Ashippun, its choir and served as president and treasurer of the church council. He was also a member and past treasurer of the Ashippun Sportsman's Club and a member of the Ashippun Fire Department, where he served on the board of directors. Salty was an avid fisherman and deer hunter, and had been a hunter safety instructor for 20 years.
He is survived by his wife, Anita Eske of Ashippun; four children, Dale (Deonne) Eske of Ashippun, Karen (Bob) Thompson of Waterloo, Becky (Mike) Uecker of Lebanon and Teresa (Glen) Schulz of Mayville; grandchildren, Tom (Angie) Eske, Tony Schulz, Stacie Schulz, Matthew Uecker and Ashley Uecker; stepgrandchildren, Glenn Thompson and Bucky Thompson; two great-grandchildren, Kalin Eske and Alyssa Eske; a brother-in-law, Waldemar Schlage of Watertown; other relatives and friends.
He was further preceded in death by a brother, Herbert Eske.
Salty was the last member of his immediate family.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
January 16, 2008
Irene Mueller
Irene Mueller, 85, of Watertown, passed away Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, at Shorehaven Health and Rehabilitation Center in Oconomowoc.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.
The former Irene Stubinsky was born July 21, 1922, in Menomonee Falls, daughter of Mary and John Stubinsky. She married Raymond H. Mueller on Sept. 2, 1939. He preceded her in death in 1994.
Irene was a devoted and loving wife and mother who farmed with her husband for many years in the Watertown area. She enjoyed reading, music, crossword puzzles, knitting, crocheting, sewing and was an accomplished cook and baker. She was known for her wonderful apple and lemon meringue pies and cheesecake desserts.
Irene is survived by three daughters, Janice Smith of Kalamazoo, Mich., Jeanne (Ross) Dunn of La Mesa, Calif., and June (Dan) Creydt of Watertown; grandchildren, Brian Smith of Ann Arbor, Mich., Jennifer (Brian Erskine) Smith of Madison, Jordan (Frank) Catapano of Santa Monica, Calif., Jocelyn Dunn of Los Angeles, Calif., Jacob (Tory) Creydt of Eden Prairie, Minn., and Megan Creydt of New York, N.Y.; and great-grandchildren, Louie and Natalie Catapano of Santa Monica and Ava Creydt of Eden Prairie.
She is also survived by her sisters, Mary Schreiner of Saukville and Lorraine Aebli of San Antonio, Texas; sisters-in-law, Joyce Stubinsky of Ixonia and Ruth Basta of Schofield; brother-in-law, Norman Pankau of Brookfield; and many nieces and nephews.
Irene was preceded in death by her sisters, Lucille Theine, Eleanor Claas and Margaret Pankau, as well as her brothers, Jack Stubinsky and Raymond Stubinsky.
If desired, memorials may be sent to Shorehaven Health and Rehabilitation Center, 1305 W. Wisconsin Ave., Oconomowoc 53066 or VITAS Hospice at 2675 N. Mayfair Road, Wauwautosa 53226.
The family is grateful for all those whose friendship and care enriched Irene's life, especially in her later years.
Schmidt & Bartelt Notbohm-Kreutzmann Funeral Home 121 S. Cross St. Oconomowoc
Harold C. Eske
ASHIPPUN - Harold C. Eske, 89, of Ashippun, died on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, at the Hartford Health Care Center in Hartford.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Ashippun with the Rev. Gary Tillman officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
Friends and relatives may call at the church on Friday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
A complete obituary will be published in Thursday's issue of the Watertown Daily Times.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Alta E. Stanton
WISCONSIN DELLS - Alta E. Stanton, 102, of Wisconsin Dells, mother of Mary (Tom) Finnel of Watertown, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 14, 2008, in Baraboo.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Cecelia's Catholic Church in Wisconsin Dells. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward; her parents; four brothers; two sisters; a son, Thomas; and a daughter, Audrey.
Other survivors are a daughter, Nancy (Jim) Van Dinter of Wisconsin Dells; two sons, Jack Stanton of Dewey, Ariz., and William (Mary) Stanton of Wisconsin Dells.
January 15, 2008
Warren A. Smith
TOWN OF EMMET - Warren A. Smith, 86, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, at his home.
Warren was born on March 20, 1921, in the town of Wauwatosa, son of Alfred and Ella (Pfeil) Smith. On April 28, 1945, he married the former Florence Wozniak in Milwaukee. He was a member of St. Henry Catholic Church.
Warren had farmed since he was 16, his pride and joy was his family and life on the farm. He enjoyed deer hunting and his dog, Hazel.
Survivors include his wife, Florence; his children, Wayne Smith of Watertown, Joan (Pat) Donovan of Beloit, Russell (Vicky) Smith of Watertown, Carol (Dave) Neu of Ashippun and Marvin Smith of Watertown; 12 grandchildren, Kim (Ryan) Degner and Tracy (Brad) Miller, both of Watertown, Tina (Paul) Ostopowicz of Sullivan, Dana Smith of Lake Mills, Matthew Smith of Juneau, Travis and Christopher Smith of Watertown, Kyle and Cory Donovan of Beloit, Scot (Tracy) Neu of Eden, Kelly Neu of Ashippun and Tim Neu of Wausau; eight great-grandchildren; two sisters, Mabel Brugger of Neosho and Mary (Vince) Strum of New Berlin; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, William and Roy Smith.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. at the Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service with Father Brian Wilk officiating. Entombment will be at Glenview Memorial Gardens in Ixonia.
Family and friends may call to pay their respects at the funeral home on Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
January 14, 2008
Edna E. Anton
Edna E. Anton, 97, of Watertown, passed away Saturday morning, Jan. 12, 2008, at Marquardt Memorial Manor in Watertown.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. at the Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown with the Rev. Lee Meissner of Christ United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will be on Friday at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield.
Relatives and friends may call to pay their respects at the funeral home on Thursday from 5 p.m. until the time of the service.
The former Edna Evelyn Fehrmann was born on July 23, 1910, in the town of York, Dane County, daughter of Frank and Minnie (Becker) Fehrmann. On Aug. 25, 1928, she married Otis H. Anton in Rockford, Ill.
Edna had been employed for 44 years at Mid-State Shoe Factory in Watertown and for 20 years at the Lac LaBelle Country Club in Oconomowoc. She was a member of the Christ United Methodist Church in Watertown. She enjoyed doing word puzzles, bird watching and flower gardening. Edna loved reading newspapers and dining out.
She is survived by one brother, Reuben “Tex” Fehrmann of Port Wing; a son-in-law, Ernest Sr. (Jeanette) Kubly of Lakeland, Fla.; and a sister-in-law, Elsabea Bitter of Milwaukee. Edna is further survived by five grandchildren, Linda (Robert) Scholtes of Plant City, Fla., Deborah (Lee) Altreuter of Watertown, Kathy (George) Wright of Watertown, Ernest (Patti) Kubly of Tucson, Ariz., and John Kubly of Vail, Ariz.; seven great-grandchildren, Kurt (Trisha) Altreuter, Michelle (Rob) Keller, Jason Kubly, Heidi (Alex) Ramirez, Adam Kubly, Michael Wright and Ashley (fiancé, Brian Nordwig) Wright; nine great-grandchildren, Katelyn, Hayli and Hunter Kubly, Haddie and Molly Altreuter, Savanah and Rebecca Ramirez, Logan Keller and Brooklyn Wright; other relatives and friends.
Edna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Tony on Jan. 30, 2005; a daughter, Delores Kubly; two sisters, Elsie Pintar and Sally Arrezola; and one brother, Eugene Fehrmann.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Frances W. Byers
Frances Ward Byers, 89, of Watertown, died unexpectedly on Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, at University Hospital in Madison.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Tuesday at Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown with the Rev. Dr. Robert Loggans officiating. Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Wednesday in Ebenezer Moravian Cemetery.
Friends and relatives may call to pay their respects at the church on Tuesday from 4 p.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to Maranatha Baptist Bible College or Calvary Baptist Church.
The former Frances W. Rodgers was born March 17, 1918, in Moline, Ill., daughter of Guy and Eva (Herngren) Rodgers. She married V. Darrell Byers on Sept. 9, 1941, in Sioux City, Iowa.
Frances was a graduate of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Ill., and member of Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown. She was a pastor's wife who worked alongside her husband doing the Lord's work.
Surviving are three children, Dorothy (Garman) Sowers of Sun City West, Ariz., Colene (Dr. Terry) Price of Watertown and Dennis (Linda) Byers of South Bend, Ind.; six grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Pastor V. Darrell Byers on Feb. 10, 1992; a sister and a brother.
Pederson Funeral Home 213 S. Fifth St. Watertown
Mabel L. Kulm
Mabel L. Kulm, 98, of Watertown, passed away Saturday evening, Jan. 12, 2008, at Marquardt Memorial Manor in Watertown.
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 6 p.m. in Bethany Chapel at Marquardt Memorial Manor in Watertown with the Rev. John C. Jeske and the Rev. Mark Gartner of St. Luke's Lutheran Church officiating. Burial will be at Oak Hill Cemetery, Watertown, on Friday, with the Rev. Anthony Schultz officiating.
Visitation will be in Bethany Chapel on Thursday from 5 p.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Watertown.
The former Mabel Laura Bellmeyer was born in Belgrade, Mont., on Feb. 18, 1909, daughter of Edward and Lina (Derr) Bellmeyer. She married Raymond Kulm in Illinois on July 8, 1927.
Mabel had been employed at the former Schweiger Industries in Jefferson for many years. She was a member of St. Luke's Lutheran Church in Watertown. Mabel enjoyed knitting.
She is survived by her special friends, Leroy and Marion Nell of Johnson Creek, and Phyllis Bartz of Watertown.
Preceding Mabel in death were her parents; her husband, Raymond Kulm on May 5, 1964; and a sister, Dorotha Goke.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Donald O. Sukow
HELENVILLE - Donald O. Sukow, 78, of Helenville, passed away on Saturday evening, Jan. 12, 2008, at his home following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville with the Rev. Clark Schultz officiating. Burial will take place on Wednesday at 10 a.m. in Concord Methodist Cemetery, Concord, with the Rev. Richard Pagels officiating.
Relatives and friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 4 p.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, would be appreciated to St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville or the charity of one's choice.
The Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown is in charge of arrangements.
Donald Otto Sukow was born on June 24, 1929, in the town of Farmington, Jefferson County, son of Otto and Clara (Schildbach) Sukow. He attended Farmington Center School and St. Peter's Lutheran Grade School in Helenville.
On Oct. 14, 1950, he married the former June Hemke at Concord Methodist Church in Concord. Don had been employed for 38 years at Brownberry Ovens in Oconomowoc. He had also been engaged in dairy farming all of his life. He farmed in the town of Farmington with his wife and children. Don was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Helenville. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and bowling. Don loved watching his children and grandchildren participate in various sporting events.
Survivors include his wife, June of Helenville; two sons, Dean (Kitty) Sukow of Helenville and Dale (Lisa) Sukow of Jefferson; two daughters, Mary (Ned) Werner of Lake Mills and Sue (Jeff Jacobson) Garity of Jefferson; 10 grandchildren, Sara (Greg) Heideman, Tom Sukow, Otto (Katie) Sukow, Chad (Stacy) Werner, Greg (Terri) Werner, Meredith (Mike) Phillips, Patrick (Miranda) Garity, Jamie Garity, Josh Sukow and Abby Sukow. Eight great-grandchildren also survive, as well as a brother, Floyd (Bernice) Sukow of Farmington and a sister, Viola Milbrath of Watertown. Don is further survived by two sisters-in-law, Shirley Sukow of Johnson Creek and Dorothy Sukow of Watertown, along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Don was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Earl and Dennis Sukow; and a sister, Dorothy Kroll.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Grace R. Jaeger
LAKE MILLS - Grace R. Jaeger, 82, of Lake Mills, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2008, at her daughter's home surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Farmington with the Rev. Richard Pagels officiating. Burial will be in Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Hafemeister Funeral Home and at the church on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials, if desired, would be appreciated to the Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Foundation in honor of her daughter, Joyce.
The former Grace Ruth Strege was born on Nov. 28, 1925, in Watertown, daughter of Emil and Otillie (Norenberg) Strege. On Nov. 25, 1944, she married Norman Jaeger in Watertown. Grace attended Watertown schools and worked for many years at Bethesda Lutheran Home until her retirement. She was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Farmington.
She is survived by four children, Joyce (Rodney) Lemke of Watertown, Barbara Bostwick of Jefferson, Antoinette (Lee) Braatz of Lake Mills and Donald (Sherry) Jaeger of Lake Mills; seven grandchildren, Curt Lemke, Dawn Trucky, Mark Bostwick, Michelle Vergenz, Rob Adam, Kristi Adam and Nikki Adam; four stepgrandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; nine stepgreat-grandchildren; one sister, Alice Kilian of Lake Mills; special friends, Helen and Roger Weiland; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Grace was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman; a daughter, Sherrie Lee Jaeger in infancy; four brothers, Arnold, Elmer, Clarence and Lester Strege; two sisters, Irene Behling and Mavis Zabel; a son-in-law, Michael Bostwick; and a grandson, Dave Trucky.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Chalmer Chadwick
MILFORD - Chalmer J. Chadwick, 83, of the town of Milford, died on Friday, Jan. 11, 2008, at Fort Memorial Hospital.
He was born on March 12, 1924, in the town of Medina, son of the late John and Martha (Potratz) Chadwick.
Chalmer married Suzanne Loga of Lake Mills on April 11, 1964. He was a graduate of Lake Mills High School, class of 1941. He was a truck driver for a number of years for the former Moe Light Co. in Fort Atkinson.
Chalmer was a founder of Milford Motors in February 1950 and was owner-operator until his retirement in 2005. He enjoyed being with people while working at the garage, repairing cars and buying/selling used cars.
Chalmer was a member of Lake Mills Moravian Church.
He enjoyed hunting, Sunday drives and family picnics. Following his retirement, he also enjoyed sitting on his front porch and above all else, treasured his family.
Survivors include his wife; children, Judy Garthwait of Madison, Susan (Joe) Liebel of Jefferson, Linda (Gene) Sukow and Jaye (Warren) Haberman, both of Lake Mills; grandchildren, Laurie (Scott) Null of Lake Mills, Rebecca (Dave) Erb of Johnson Creek, Jeff (Jodi) Garthwait of Minnesota, Robbie (Brenda) Tetting of Tennessee and Michelle (Shawn) Topel, Stacie (Harold) Dunkleberger, Debbie (Keith) Kulow, James (Jenny) Sukow and Serena Haberman, all of Lake Mills; his stepchildren, Gary (Chris) Gilbert of Hazel Green, Ron Gilbert of Milford and Linda Wilson of Arizona; 18 great-grandchildren; four stepgrandchildren; six stepgreat-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.
Also preceding in death were two brothers, Forest and Harvey; one son, Jimmy; and two grandsons, Steve Garthwait and an infant.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at the Lake Mills Moravian Church with the Rev. Beth Rohn officiating. Burial will be in the Rock Lake Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Claussen Funeral on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. and after 10 a.m. on Wednesday at the church until the time of service.
Memorials may be made to the family.
Claussen Funeral Home 416 W. Lake St. Lake Mills
Helen A. Quest
ANCHORAGE, Alaska - Helen Agnes Quest, 83, of Anchorage, died Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007, at Providence Hospital after declining health and a brief illness.
Funeral services were held in Anchorage, followed by services and burial in Grand Junction, Colo.
She was born March 5, 1924, in Beaver Dam, Wis., daughter of Sylvester and Marcella (Roark) Thoma. Helen went to school and spent her childhood in the Beaver Dam area. On March 2, 1943, she married Donald Quest in Richwood, Wis. Helen and Don farmed in Mud Lake until they bought a farm on Quest Road near Clyman, Wis. Together Helen and Don became parents of 11 children. In 1962, the family moved to Grand Junction where they continued farming until 1973. At that time, Helen and Don and their younger children moved to Anchorage, where they established the Magi-Clean carpet cleaning business. Their cabin property at Chickaloon was a source of enjoyment and relaxation for Helen and Don and their entire family. Countless friends were welcomed there. The Quests traveled extensively and enjoyed a vacation home in Hawaii for many years.
Helen was a devoted wife and dearly loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved to cook, bake and can her garden produce, and was known for the honey she made from corncobs and wildflowers from Chickaloon. Needle-point, crafts and writing letters were among her many creative interests.
Survivors include her husband, Donald; children, Carol Kocher (Bob) of Beaver Dam, James Quest (Rosila) of Anchorage, Ronald Quest (Joan) of Parachute, Colo., Susan Garner of Anchorage, Edward Quest (Pamela) of Pipe Creek, Texas, Eva Quest of Anchorage, Joseph Quest (Rhea) of Loma, Colo., Helen Kinsey of Anchorage, Kristine Paeth (David) of Anchorage, and David Quest of Eugene, Ore.; grandchildren, Donald and Edward Kocher, Kim Crummit, James Quest, Russell and Matthew Quest, Michael and Christopher Garner, Joseph Cline, Patrick Quest, Misty Gilbert, Amber Hill, Jason and Jamie Paeth, Tarren Stitchler, Janelle and Brandon Quest; great-grandchildren, Alahna, Adrian and Victoria Guthrie, Mackenzie and Schuyler Garner, Samantha and Elizabeth Garner, Sean Beliveau, and Christopher Cline, Travis and Justin Weldon, Kassidee Gilbert, Kaitlynn Lulay, and Mariah, Shannon, Taylor and Jordan Stitchler; and her sisters, Florence Riedl, Elizabeth Quest and Marian Kreuziger, all of Wisconsin.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Joseph; a son, Thomas; a grandson, Gregory Quest; and great-grandson, Devin Cline.
January 12, 2008
Richard "Dick" G. Wilke
Richard “Dick” G. Wilke, 82, of Watertown, died on Thursday evening, Jan. 10, 2008, at his home.
Funeral services will be on Monday at noon at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown with Rev. John Boehringer officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery in Watertown. Visitation will be at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Memorials may be given to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rainbow Hospice or to the charity of one's choice.
Dick was born in Watertown on June 10, 1925, son of the late George and Alma (Hess) Wilke.
He married the former Harriet Kuehnemann on Oct. 16, 1948, at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown.
Dick attended St. Mark's Lutheran Grade School and was a 1943 graduate of Watertown High School. He served his electrical apprenticeship with his father and went on to own and operate Wilke Electric in Watertown for 23 years. In 1988 he opened a precision sharpening business.
He was a member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown. In Dick's younger years, he enjoyed playing softball. He loved playing cards and enjoyed woodworking, making toys and outdoor decorations.
Dick is survived by his wife, Harriet Wilke, of Watertown; a daughter, Janet (Martin) Biller, of West Bend; a son, Robert (Pamela) Wilke, of Watertown; four grandchildren, Jamie (Christopher) Fischer, Kelly (Theodore Nixon) Dunlap, Emily Wilke and Matthew Biller; three great-grandchildren, Caden Fischer, Rachel Fischer and Elisha Nixon; a brother, Donald Wilke, of Waukesha; other relatives and friends.
He was further preceded in death by a great-grandson, Isaiah Dunlap; a sister, Joan Arndt; and a sister-in-law, Joan Wilke.
The family would like to thank Dr. Tumuluri and staff, Dr. Cochrane, Rainbow Hospice, St. Luke's Medical Center 10th floor staff, and their neighbors for all the wonderful care and kindness during their difficult times.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
January 11, 2008
George Dittmann
George E. Dittmann, 79, of Watertown, died Thursday morning, Jan. 10, 2008, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee.
Funeral services will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. at Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown with the Rev. Terry Larson officiating. Burial will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery, Watertown, with graveside military rites conducted by Watertown American Legion Post No. 189.
Family and friends may call to pay their respects at the Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown on Saturday from 4 to 8 p.m. and at the church on Sunday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Immanuel Evangelical Luth-eran Church in Watertown.
George was born in Watertown on Dec. 24, 1928, son of the late George and Helen (Meyer) Dittmann. He married the former Dorothy Ebert at Immanuel Evangeli-cal Lutheran Church in Watertown on April 4, 1953.
George graduated from St. John's Lutheran Grade School in Watertown and attended Watertown High School. He served in the Wisconsin Army National Guard during the Korean and Vietnam war eras. He was called to active duty for the Berlin Crisis and for part of that callup he was stationed in Panama where he undertook jungle warfare training. He was awarded numerous citations, including the Jungle Expert Medal.
George was a printer by trade. He learned the printing trade at the former Weltbuerger Printing Company in Watertown, now known as Wepco Printing. His early years in the trade were under the supervision of the late Emil Kaul and Adolph Jaeger. He had also been employed for the Shinners family for many years in Hartford, Menomonee Falls and Brookfield, and at the Hartland News and the Pewaukee Post, retiring in 1992.
George was a member of Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church in Watertown, Watertown American Legion Post No. 189 and its firing squad, a life member of the 32nd Red Arrow Division and the 127th Infantry. During George's younger years, he enjoyed ice skating, hunting and fishing, and enjoyed spending time at his hunting shack for many years in Park Falls.
George was always a jokester and often told his friends, tongue in cheek, that after a little formal education at St. John's and Watertown High School, that he "went to the top, graduating from Harvard."
Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Dittmann of Watertown; his children, James (Kathleen) Dittmann of Beaver Dam, Dawn (Pat Butler) Dittmann of Watertown, Jean Ann (Scott) Hinze of Cody, Wyo., Lori (Dale) Sjoberg of Watertown and Kelley (Andrew) Klauer of Winneconne; eight grandchildren, Anthony Dittmann, Melissa and Jacklyn Hinze, Ben, Erik and Emma Dittmann and Ryan and Luke Klauer; a sister, Esther (Lewis) Lewis of St. Francis; two brothers, John (Phyllis) Dittmann and Harold “Penney” (Barb) Dittmann, both of Watertown; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
George was further preceded in death by a grandson, Jason Dittmann; a sister, Marion King; and brothers, Bill, Arthur and Clarence Dittmann.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
Dawayne Miller
HOT SPRINGS, Ark. - Dawayne Anton Miller of Hot Springs Village, Ark., went from the loving arms of his family to the loving arms of his Lord three days before his 88th birthday. He was a loving son, husband, father, grandpa and great-grandpa, and cherished each of those roles that he played during his full and wonderful life. It is a great loss to all who knew him well, but heaven is a little better now that he has passed through those gates.
He was born Jan. 11, 1920, in Watertown, Wis., son of the late Hugo Miller and Tillie Brandel Miller. Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and worked his entire career for Brandt Automatic Cashier Company. He was the top salesman throughout this career as the manufacturer's rep for the Chicago, Ill., area.
Mr. Miller married Norma Sterner on Aug. 17, 1946. Through his success in business, Dawayne and Norma were able to extensively travel the world. He was a very social and athletic individual who worked hard and played hard.
Mr. Miller was the first charter member of Christ of the Hills United Methodist Church where he also was part of the men's group. He was a lifetime member of the Elks Club, a member of the HSV Breakfast Lions Club, and Men's Golf Association. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening, golf, fishing, bridge and bowling.
Described by his children as generous, strong and encouraging, he will be remembered as one of their greatest influences.
A sister, Marlys Knaak, and two children, Brian and Connie Miller, preceded Mr. Miller in death.
Surviving is his wife of 61 years, Norma Miller of Hot Springs Village; three sons, Curtis A. Miller and wife Shirley Solomon of Seattle, Wash., Gary Miller of Prescott, Wis., and Charles “Chuck” Miller and wife Alane of Memphis, Tenn.; a daughter-in-law, Karen Lambright of Madison, Wis.; 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christ of the Hills United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mike Morey and the Rev. R.T. Jarrell officiating.
Guests may register at caruth-hale.com. Inurnment will be in the CedarVale Columbarium with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Conway Human Development Center, 150 E. Siebenmorgen Road, Conway, AR 72032-4000.
Caruth Village Funeral Home 4623 Highway 7 North Hot Springs Village Ark.
January 9, 2008
Kyler T. Holmes
JOHNSON CREEK - Kyler T. Holmes, 21, of Johnson Creek, passed away on Monday, Jan. 7, 2008, at his home.
Kyler was born on May 20, 1986, in Oconomowoc, son of Dennis and Paula (Probst) Holmes. He was a 2004 graduate of Johnson Creek High School, where he played football, basketball and baseball. He loved baseball the most and he won many sports awards. Kyler was to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in May with a degree in psychology. He was going to work with kids. He loved kids and worked at the Boys and Girls Club of Oshkosh.
Survivors include his parents, Dennis J. and Paula Holmes; his brother, Kristopher (Jessica) Holmes of Watertown; special friend, Vanessa Lemminger; grandparents, Eugene and Jean Probst of Watertown and Frank Holmes of Vero Beach, Fla.; great-grandma, Dorothy Klug of Johnson Creek; aunts and uncles, Donald (Renee) Probst of Jefferson, Dennis (Stacy) Probst of West Virginia, Karol (Gary) Huenerburg of Milton, Diane Holmes and Ann Holmes, both of Florida, and Butch (Jean) Klug of Johnson Creek; his cousins, Kristi, KayLinn, Kari, Kameron, Trent, Trevor, Ryan, Alyssa, Emily and Mike.
He is joined in heaven by his grandma, Mary Ann Holmes; great-grandpa, Myron Klug Sr.; and uncle, Michael Holmes.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday at 7 p.m. at St. John's Lutheran Church in Johnson Creek with Pastor Keith Johnson officiating.
Family and friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family for a tribute in Kyler's memory would be appreciated.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Watertown is serving the family.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
Rosemary Rode
REESEVILLE - Rosemary Rode, 71, of Reeseville, formerly of Milwaukee and Sussex, died on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2008.
She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Albert Rode; dear mother of Joe (Bonnie), Jennie Fox, Debbie Rode, Mike (Kerri), Kathy (Jay) Schiellack and Mark (Angie); further survived by 15 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; her sisters, Eleanor Zeckser, Susie (John) Gonway and Joyce (Roger) Florczak; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by a sister, Betty Florczak, and a brother, William Piekarski.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment to follow in Lisbon Central Cemetery.
Visitation will be held Friday at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until time of service.
Schmidt & Bartelt A.A. Schmidt & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services W250 N6505 Highway 164 Sussex
January 8, 2008
Valerie A. Andress
Valerie A. Andress, 37, of Watertown, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2008, at Watertown Memorial Hospital surrounded by family and friends following a courageous battle with lung and bone cancer.
Valerie was born on May 14, 1970, in Avon Park, Fla., daughter of Merle and Peggy (Powell) Collier. She attended Sebring High School. Valerie had been employed in food service and had previously been employed at Metal-Tek International. She was an enthusiast of motor sports and had worked for several professional racing organizations as a safety communications worker with her companion Roger.
Survivors include her daughters, Jessica Collier, Kasey Andress and Marissa White; a grandson, Trey Pulley; a brother, James Collier; a sister, Mary Beth Bontrager; and her longtime companion, Roger D. Scheele.
Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Wednesday at 4 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church with Father Mark Moore officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul's Episcopal Church would be appreciated.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation service is assisting the family.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
Norman G. Lang
FORT ATKINSON - Norman G. Lang, 86, of Fort Atkinson, died on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2008, at his home.
He was born on April 9, 1921, in Chicago, Ill., son of the late William and Pearl (Stranz) Lang. He married Florence N. Meyer on Nov. 25, 1950, in Waterloo.
Mr. Lang was a graduate of Lane Technical High School and Chicago Technical College. He had been employed for six years with Aetna Ball and Roller Bearing Co. of Chicago as a design engineer.
A veteran of World War II, he served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as an aerial photo topographer and later in the transportation corps with the 709th Railway Grand Division. After leaving the military, he took employment as a design engineer with the former Creamery Package Mfg. Co. of Fort Atkinson, now APV Crepaco of Lake Mills. After holding various job responsibilities, he became the manager of production engineering, a position he held until his retirement in May 1986, after 38 years of service with the company.
Norman was a charter member of the Milwaukee chapter of the Standards Engineering Society of America; a member of the Paul Frank Florine American Legion Post 166 in Fort Atkinson; a former member of the society of Automotive Engineers; member of Moose Lodge No. 197 of Janesville; and a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church.
He is survived by his wife, Florence; two sons, Craig (Roxane) and Alan, both of Fort Atkinson; two grandchildren, Jessica (Cody) Rutter of Whitewater and Scott (fiancé Chelsea Lenz) of Fort Atkinson; a brother, Kenneth of Indiana; and other relatives and friends.
He was further preceded in death by his son, Ronald.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church with the Rev. Paul A. Scharrer and the Rev. Michael D. Duncan officiating. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery with military graveside rites.
Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the Dunlap Memorial Home and from 10 a.m. on Thursday at the church until time of service.
Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church.
Dunlap Memorial Home 604 S. Main St. Fort Atkinson
Amanda R. Meidl
JEFFERSON - Amanda R. Meidl, 21, of Jefferson, passed away on Monday, Jan. 7, 2008, at her home.
Amanda was the daughter of Matthew and Ellen (O'Neil) Meidl. She was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Jefferson and attended Adult Day Services at Opportunities in Fort Atkinson. She graduated from Jefferson High School in 2007.
She is survived by her parents, Matthew and Ellen Meidl of Jefferson; a sister, Samantha of Jefferson; her paternal grandmother, Joan Meidl of Jefferson; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Wilbert Meidl, and her maternal grandparents, Thomas and Nancy O'Neil.
Funeral services will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home in Jefferson with the Rev. Thomas J. Coyle officiating. Private family burial will follow at a later date.
Friends may call at the funeral home on Wednesday from 3:30 p.m. until the time of services.
Memorials may be directed to Tomorrow's Hope in Amanda's memory.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home LLC 900 W. Racine St. Jefferson
January 5, 2008
Sally R. Frei
Sally R. Frei, age 77 passed away on Friday Jan. 4, 2008, at her home.
The former Sally R. Schaudt was born on Dec. 18, 1930, in Chicago, Ill. Sally married John Frei on Nov. 28, 1959, in Pell Lake. She had worked as a beautician at Beverly Terrace, where she had also been active as a volunteer. Sally enjoyed knitting, crocheting, crafts and going to rummage sales.
Survivors include her husband, John; her daughter, Valentina “Tina” (Shane) Wagner of Watertown; grandchildren, Charlie (Andy) Sievert, Talena Wagner and Chad (Christina) Manning; her great-grandchildren, Mykala Manning and Marcus Sievert; a brother, Harry Schaudt of Villa Park, Ill.; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister-in-law Jean Schaudt.
Funeral services will be on Monday at 1 p.m. at Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service with Pastor Deborah Howland of First Congregational Church officiating. Family and friends may call on Monday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the funeral home.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 500 Welsh Road, Watertown
January 4, 2008
Albert W. Maas
Albert W. Maas, 85, of Watertown, died Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, unexpectedly from an apparent heart attack.
He was born on July 3, 1922, in Rio, son of Albert and Jenny (Caldwell) Maas. He was a graduate of Watertown High School and a graduate of engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Albert married the former Barbara Arzberger Oct. 18, 1947, at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown. He served in the United States Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater.
Albert and his brother, Earl, owned and operated Maas Brothers Construction Co. for 58 years, retiring in 1991. He was a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown, Watertown Country Club, a life member of the Watertown Elks and American Legion.
Albert had been an excellent athlete in high school and also lettered in baseball at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1944.
Survivors include two daughters, Deborah (Chuck) Brix of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Sandra (Peter) Philipsen of New Smyrna Beach, Fla.; grandchildren, Sarah (Greg) Fazenbaker, Nicholaas Philipsen and Adriaan (Luigi) DiMeo; a brother, Earl (Grace) Maas of Watertown; special friend, Audrey Pagel of Watertown; nephews, Tom (Kathy) Maas, John (Chris) Maas and Bob (Paula) Maas; also a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Bobby, on Aug. 24, 2000; and two sisters, Edith Nevermann and Ruth Ann Kaercher.
Memorials may be directed to St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown or the Al and Earl Maas Scholarship Fund with the Watertown Area Community Foundation.
A memorial service will be held 4 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Watertown with the Rev. Mark T. Moore officiating. Inurnment will be at the church.
Visitation will be held on Saturday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the church.
The Pederson Funeral Home of Watertown is serving the family.
Pederson Funeral Home 213 S. Fifth St. Watertown
Merlin Bleifuss
REESEVILLE - Merlin Bleifuss, 82, of Reeseville, died on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2008, at Beaver Dam Community Hospital.
A visitation will be held on Monday from 10 to 11 a.m. First United Church of Christ in Reeseville. A funeral service for Merlin will follow on Monday at 11 a.m. at the church with the Rev. Lois A. Rosko officiating. Burial will take place in Reeseville Cemetery.
Merlin O. Bleifuss was born on Jan. 2, 1926, the first child of Frank and Lydia (Guenther) Bleifuss of Reeseville. Following eight years of grade school, he farmed the family farms on Maiden Lane in the town of Lowell until his retirement.
Merlin moved to Reeseville in 1995, where he lived for nine years until going to live at the Golden Living Center in Beaver Dam. He was an active member of First United Church of Christ in Reeseville and served as an usher for many years.
Merlin was the last surviving member of his immediate family, being preceded in death by his parents and his younger brother, Clarence Bleifuss. He is survived by several cousins and many friends.
It is suggested that memorials be made in Merlin's name to First United Church of Christ, 215 Lincoln Ave., Reeseville 53579.
The Murray Funeral Home in Reeseville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made on our Web site at www.MurrayFH.com.
Murray Funeral Home 214 S. Main St. Reeseville
Ervin Brunner Sr.
TOWN OF SHIELDS - Ervin J. Brunner Sr., 76, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2008, at his home.
Ervin was born on Aug. 6, 1931, in Waukesha, son of Augusta Brunner. On May 27, 1950, he married the former LaVerne Sparrow in Milwaukee. Ervin had farmed in the Jefferson area in the late 1960s. He owned and operated Erv's Crome Dome Bar in Ixonia during the 1970s and he retired from River Bend Resort in the late 1990s. After retirement, he enjoyed hobby farming and auctions.
Survivors include his wife, LaVerne; his children, Ervin Jr. (Carol) Brunner of Water-town, Bonnie (Thomas Hughart) Severson of Tomah, Peter (Denise) Brunner of Watertown and Roy (Bobbi) Brunner of Lake Mills; 10 grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; seven stepgreat-grandchildren; a cousin, Joseph (Marlene) Brunner of Waukesha; other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother and a brother-in-law.
Family and friends may call on Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 500 Welsh Road, Watertown.
Schmutzler-Vick Funeral Home and Cremation Service 500 Welsh Road Watertown
Sue A. Zimdars
IXONIA - Sue A. Zimdars, 63, of Ixonia, passed away Thursday afternoon, Jan. 3, 2008, at her home following a long and courageous battle with cancer.
Funeral services will be on Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ixonia with the Rev. Kenneth Ewerdt officiating. Burial will be in St. Paul's Lutheran Cemetery, Ixonia.
Family and friends may call to pay their respects on Sunday from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Hafemeister Funeral Home in Watertown and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials are suggested to the church or the charity of one's choice.
The former Sue Ann Thomas was born in the town of Eagle on Nov. 25, 1944, daughter of Roger and Betty (Bender) Thomas. On Feb. 2, 1963, Groundhog Day, she married Gordon C. Zimdars in North Prairie.
Sue was a 1962 graduate of Mukwonago High School, where she played in various school bands. She was a homemaker and helped work the family farm with her husband and children.
Sue was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Ixonia and enjoyed being a member of its ladies aid and cooking committee. She was very active in the 4-H club with her children, enjoyed making crafts, cooking, baking (especially candy at Christmastime), her beautiful flower gardens, bowling and her neighbors and friends.
Her family was very special to her and she loved them very much. They each have a special place in her heart.
Sue is survived by her husband, Gordon Zimdars of Ixonia; her six children, Lorraine (James) Griffin of Fort Atkinson, Troy (Sarah) Zimdars of Ixonia, Paul (Janice) Zimdars of Big Bend, Patti (John) Hendricks of Ixonia, Kevin (Jessica) Zimdars of Johnson Creek and Debra (Andrew) Temerbekovs of Ixonia; 10 grandchildren, William Griffin, Melissa Griffin, Christopher Griffin, Steven (Jamie) Zimdars, Amanda (Matthew) Pilsner, Tory Zimdars, Cody Wellman, Cory Wellman, Ashley Hendricks and Brianna Hendricks; four great-grandchildren; a sister, Bonnie (Mike) Pettit of Wales, Mich.; two brothers, Jerry (Roxanne) Thomas of Watertown and Tom Thomas of Lake Mills; other relatives and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Sue's family would like to thank Rainbow Hospice for the wonderful care they provided.
Hafemeister Funeral Home 611 E. Main St. Watertown
January 3, 2008
Lucille Tarkowski
Lucille (Cwiklowski) Tarkowski of Watertown went to the Lord on Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at the age of 96.
She was the beloved wife of the late Louis; dearest mother of Barbara (Marvin) Molg, the late Arlene (John) Rybuck and Mary Jane Tarkowski; blessed with six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Visitation will be held at the Bruskiewitz Forest Lane Chapel in Milwaukee today from 5 to 7 p.m. with services to follow. A committal service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday from the funeral home to Highland Memorial Park.
Lucy was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Johnson Creek.
The family wishes to thank Clearview Rehabilitation for their great care and compassion.
Lucy will be greatly missed by her friends and family.
Bruskiewitz Forest Lane Chapel 5355 W. Forest Home Ave. Milwaukee
Herbert E. Bock
COLUMBUS - Herbert E. Bock, 84, of W3648 State Highway 60, Columbus, died on Monday, Dec. 31, 2007, at Continental Manor in Randolph.
Funeral services will be held on Friday at 11:30 a.m. at the Zeidler Funeral Home in Columbus with the Rev. Daniel Sims officiating. Burial will be in Hampden Cemetery, town of Hampden.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.
Memorials may be directed to the Wisconsin School for the Blind, Janesville, or the charity of one's choice.
Herbert was born Oct. 9, 1923, in Hampden, son of Fred J. and Irma (Eggert) Bock. He attended the Wisconsin School for the Blind in Janesville and was a town of Hampden farmer.
Herbert was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Columbus and in 1961 went to the Philippines for surgery on his eyes. He was an avid Badger, Packer and Brewers fan, enjoyed polka music and dancing, and also enjoyed big band music.
Surviving are a sister, Dorothy Fredrick of Juneau; a nephew, Roger Fredrick of Juneau; special friends, Jim and Charlene Barrett of Columbus; special cousin, Madlyn; his cat, Adolph; other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Arnold on Aug. 22, 2007; a brother-in-law, Palmer; and special cousin, Walter Bock.
Zeidler Funeral Home 146 S. Dickason Blvd. Columbus
Edward E. Quale
JEFFERSON - Edward E. Quale, 72, of Jefferson, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008, at his home in Jefferson.
He was born on July 15, 1935, son of the late Lennie and Marcella (Berens) Quale. He was employed at Doskocil Foods for 35 years, retiring in 1998.
Edward served in the United States Army and was a member of the Reinhardt-Windl American Legion Post No. 164. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Jefferson and the Knights of Columbus.
Edward enjoyed polka music, going to Ho Chunk and De Joppe, and bird watching and fishing. He was an avid sports fan, and especially enjoyed the Wisconsin Badgers, Packers, Notre Dame, Jefferson Blue Devils and the Whitewater War-hawks. He loved going for Friday night fish with his family and friends.
He is survived by one daughter, Deborah (Michael Howard) Quale of Jefferson; one sister, Pauline (Earl) Frohmader of Johnson Creek; two brothers, Paul Quale of Jefferson and Donald Quale of Jefferson; many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Louise Quale; a brother, Robert Quale; and a half brother, David Berens.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at noon on Friday at St. John the Baptist Catho-lic Church in Jefferson with the Rev. Thomas Coyle officiating. Burial with military rites will follow in the parish cemetery.
Friends may call at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
Memorials may be directed to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church or Jefferson Rainbow Hospice.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home of Jefferson is assisting the family with arrangements.
Ed's family would like to thank Dr. Bradford Meyers and his office staff, Tammy, Rhonda, the local American Legion Post 164, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3589, Don Reinders, Carol Dougherty and Dave Torum of Rainbow Hospice Care. And our sincerest, heartfelt thankfulness and gratitude to Sue Moldenhauer, R.N., of Rainbow Hospice Care, Sue Roth and the honorable Rev. Thomas J. Coyle.
Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home LLC 900 W. Racine St. Jefferson
January 2, 2008
Gail C. Ludtke
JUNEAU - Gail C. Ludtke, 93, of Juneau, died Sunday, Dec. 30, 2007, at Watertown Memorial Hospital.
She was born Aug. 18, 1914, in Walworth County, daughter of Enos and Marie (Otto) Kinney. She was a graduate of Burlington High School. She married Arnold Ludtke Sept. 12, 1933, in Burlington.
Gail worked as a coil winder at Hevi-Duty in Watertown for 19 years, retiring in 1973. She was a member of St. Stephen's United Church of Christ in Juneau. She loved bird watching, gardening, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
Survivors include two sons, Bennett (Linda) Ludtke of Beaver Dam and Stuart (Sue) Ludtke of Juneau; two daughters, Barbara Wegner of Evansville and Bernadine (Jim) Neis of Export, Pa.; a special friend, Gilbert Draeger of Juneau; 22 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; a great-great-grandchild; and a number of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arnold; a daughter, Carol; a son, Alan; two brothers and two sisters.
Memorials to St. Stephen's United Church of Christ in Juneau would be appreciated.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday at the Pederson Funeral Home of Watertown with the Rev. Carol Lange officiating. Burial will be at Glenview Memorial Gardens, Ixonia.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Pederson Funeral Home 213 S. Fifth St. Watertown
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