Rembs Funeral Homes: Marshfield, WI • Junction City, WI • Stratford, WI http://rembsfh.com en John R. Conner [10/20/1920 - 06/14/2013]
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]]> Bernadette A. "Bea" Allman [06/22/1914 - 06/13/2013] Bernadette “Bea” Agnes Allman, 98, of Marshfield, WI, passed away peacefully at Golden Living Center Three Oaks in Marshfield on Thursday, June 13, 2013. “Truly I say to you, today you will be with me in Paradise.” Luke 23:43 Bea was born June 22, 1914 in Glen Haven, WI, the daughter of Leo Meattheas and Margaret Helen (Rauch) Harsch. Bea was united in marriage to Howard Russell Allman on December 25, 1941 in Chicago, IL. The couple was married 54 years before Howard’s passing on April 4, 1996. Bea and Howard spent their time managing their farm, dancing, and traveling. Bea was happiest when entertaining family and friends. She was known for her hospitality, her hats and hand-written letters. Bea was an active member of the County Homemakers Marshfield Center serving as representative, secretary and president. Bea loved to garden, paint, bird watch, travel and quilt. Each quilt was lovingly stitched by hand and they continue to grace the homes of family, friends and those residing at the Ronald McDonald House. She was a long time member of Saint John’s Catholic Church and ministered communion to fellow Christians at Saint Joseph’s Hospital. Bea also served on the St. Joseph’s Hospital Auxiliary. Bea is survived by two daughters, Sharon (Charles) Clermont of Marshfield and Karen (Jim) Grancorvitz of Milwaukee. Her surviving grandchildren include Michael Clermont, Marshfield, Rene (Kathy) Clermont, Madison, Denise (Mark) Vobora, Auburndale, Jon Clermont, Madison, Loretta (Jeff) Veers, Marshfield, Lee (Autumn) Clermont, Rothschild, Roger (Corina) Grancorvitz, Tempe, Arizona, Ronald (Denise) Grancorvitz, Milwaukee, Rick (Teresa) Grancorvitz, Fairfax Station, Virginia and Kari (Jeff) Mlaker, Milwaukee. Bea is further survived by18 great-grandchildren, her brother Jerry Harsch of Orlando, FL her sister, Joan Trudeau of Marshfield and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by three brothers Norbert, Eugene and Robert Harsch and four sisters, Mary Harsch, Helen Cheatham, Marcella “Sally” Siemers and Adele Johnson. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Monday, June 24, 2013 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Marshfield with Fr. Sam Martin officiating. St. John’s Funeral Choir will provide the music. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery alongside her husband Howard who died on April 4, 1996. Visitations will be on Monday morning from 9:30am until time of services at St. John’s Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to St. Joseph’s Hospital or the Marshfield Ronald McDonald House. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Audrey Smolinski [04/17/1927 - 06/13/2013] Audrey Smolinski, 86, Neenah, died on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at Theda Clark Memorial Hospital, Neenah. Respecting her wishes private family services will be held. Audrey was born on April 17, 1927 in Marshfield. She married George D. Smolinski on May 8, 1948 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Marshfield. He died on April 28, 2004. Audrey is survived by 2 daughters, Leah (Steve) O’Krueg of Oshkosh and Kathy (Neil) Schonscheck of Neenah. She is also survived by 4 grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother, Marvin Matowitz. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Theda Clark Hospital and Villa St. Clare, both in Neenah for their loving compassion, support and care. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Russell A. Schill [03/30/1959 - 06/11/2013] Russell A. Schill, 54, Marshfield and formerly of Auburndale, died on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 in the emergency room of Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Friday, June 14, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Auburndale. Rev. Peter Raj will officiate and music will be provided by St. Mary’s Choir. Burial will take place in St. Mary’s Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Thursday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home and on Friday from 9:30 am until service time at St. Mary’s Church, Auburndale. Russell was born on March 30, 1959 in Marshfield, the son of Albert and Fran (Smazal) Schill. He was a 1978 graduate of Auburndale High School. As a young man Russ had been employed at both Arpin and Sherry Dairies. He later was employed at Wick Homes and the Marshfield Buyers Guide. Russ also did lawn and yard work for elderly residents in the area. Everyone that knew Russ enjoyed conversations with him. He was very special to his family and especially his nieces and nephews. He is survived by his parents, Albert and Fran Schill of Marshfield and his sisters, Karen (Tom) Dorshorst of Auburndale, Bonnie ((Terry) Rogney of Marshfield, Brenda (Harlan) Accola of Marshfield, Kim (Randy) Berger of Auburndale and Lynn (Darren) Rachu of Auburndale. He is also survived by nieces and nephews, Craig, Chad, Jenny, Alan, Daniel, Ben, Josh, Luke, Isaac, Matt, Reba, Phillip, Hilary and Mason and great nieces and nephews, Libby, Adam, Logan, Abigail, Dehlia, Samantha, Ryann and Kashton. He was predeceased by his grandparents, and 2 nephews, Bradley and Dustin. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Frieda J. Nelson [10/17/1922 - 06/11/2013] Frieda J. Nelson, 90, Junction City, peacefully passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at Harmony Assisted Living, Stevens Point. Frieda was born on October 17, 1922 in the Town of Eau Pleine, Portage County to Fred and Bertha (Tadewaldt) Schulz. She was united in marriage to Albert L. Nelson on May 22, 1948 in Junction City. He died on September 9, 1987. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Dancy for many years. Frieda loved tending to her family and gardens. She is survived by a daughter, Jane (Fred) Grow of McHenry, IL, a son, Jan (Sam) Nelson of Junction City, a granddaughter, Jenny (Nick) Aloisio, 2 grandsons, Lee (Nichole) and Dustin (Tracy) and 5 great grandchildren, Elliot Aloisio, and Hannah, Braeden, Sophia and Alexis Nelson. She is also survived by a sister, Johanna (John) Roth of Wisconsin Rapids and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Albert, a brother and 3 sisters. Per her wishes a private service was held at Martens / Rembs Funeral Home, Junction City, with burial in Runkel Cemetery, Town of Eau Pleine, Portage County. The family wishes to extend their appreciation for the TLC given to mom by the Portage County ambulance crews and first responders, Ministry St. Michael’s Hospital and Clinic and the caring staff at Harmony Living, as well as anyone else involved in her care. Mom, grandma, GG, sister, you are loved and missed, never to be forgotten. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Victor P. Multerer [09/13/1926 - 06/10/2013] Victor P."Woodpile" Multerer, 86 of Marshfield died on Monday morning, June 10, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph Hospital in Marshfield. Funeral services will be 11am Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield with burial in Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. Visitations will be from 9:30am Wednesday until time of services at Rembs Funeral Home. Victor was born on September 13, 1926 in Marshfield to Peter and Helen (Huth) Multerer. After his education at St. John’s School, he enlisted in the United States Army during World War II. He served from November 30, 1945 until his honorable discharge on December 15, 1946. Prior to and after his military service, he worked at Weinbrenner Shoe Factory in Marshfield for over 42 years before he retired. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and gardening. He was united in marriage of Lorraine L. Thieme on July 2, 1951 in Dubuque, IA. She died on October 10, 1995. Victor is survived by his children, Donna (Neal) Werner of Edgar, Mary (Michael) Przybylski of Mosinee, Anne (Mark) Guenther of Marshfield, Debbie Zschernitz of Marshfield and Peter “Bucky” (Sharon) Multerer of Marshfield; 18 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. He is further survived by a sister, Delores Stuhr of Butler and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, and wife Lorraine, he was preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Megan, one brother and one sister. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com PaPa, when you see Mom, give her a Kiss from all of us.

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]]> Leonard J. Robinson [02/13/1924 - 06/09/2013] Leonard J. Robinson, 89, of Marshfield passed away on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at Golden Living Center, Three Oaks, in Marshfield. Leonard was born February 13, 1924 in Pardeeville, Wisconsin to Lynn and Violet (Hunter) Robinson. Leonard was a veteran of the U. S. Coast Guard from November, 1942 through March, 1946. He married Barbara Ann Schlaefli on July 26, 1958. He is survived by his children, Daniel Robinson (Ruth Ann) of Illinois, Barbara Jane Owings (James – deceased) of Texas, Patricia Zehnder (Dennis) of Minnesota, Susan Zander of Iowa, Richard Prewitt (Michaela) of Montana, Robert Prewitt (Nancy) of Florida, William Prewitt (Christine) of Colorado, Thomas Prewitt (Diana) of California, Barbara Tetzlaff (Jerry – deceased) of Marshfield and Edward Prewitt (Mellie) of Colorado. He is further survived by 20 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, his parents, three brothers and one sister. Family will receive friends and relatives for visitation at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Faith Lutheran Church, 207 S. Cherry Ave., Marshfield with services to follow at 11:00 a.m. Military rites will be conducted by American Legion Post #54 of Marshfield following the service. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> David H. Zuelke [11/12/1939 - 06/09/2013] David H. Zuelke, 73, Stratford, died on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Private family services will be held at a later date. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford is assisting the family. David was born on November 12, 1939 in Stratford to Herbert and Elsie (Jilek) Zuelke and was a 1957 graduate of Stratford High School. He also was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. In 1977 he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree “with distinction” from Loretta Heights College in Denver, CO. He served as an enlisted member of the United States Army National Guard in Marshfield from January 1957 to October 15, 1961. He then entered the United States Army active duty as a career officer from 1964 until retirement as a lieutenant Colonel on October 31, 1983. He served a one year tour in Viet Nam during the famous Tet Offensive in 1968. David was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6352 of Stratford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and was an avid fan and collector of country music. He is survived by a sister, Debra (Carl) Heusi of Stratford, 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Zuelke and Diane Zuelke, a brother-in-law Otto Jeske, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, James and Rodney Zuelke and a sister, Viviene Jeske. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com David H. Zuelke, 73, Stratford, died on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Private family services will be held at a later date. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford is assisting the family. David was born on November 12, 1939 in Stratford to Herbert and Elsie (Jilek) Zuelke and was a 1957 graduate of Stratford High School. He also was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. In 1977 he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree “with distinction” from Loretta Heights College in Denver, CO. He served as an enlisted member of the United States Army National Guard in Marshfield from January 1957 to October 15, 1961. He then entered the United States Army active duty as a career officer from 1964 until retirement as a lieutenant Colonel on October 31, 1983. He served a one year tour in Viet Nam during the famous Tet Offensive in 1968. David was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6352 of Stratford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and was an avid fan and collector of country music. He is survived by a sister, Debra (Carl) Heusi of Stratford, 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Zuelke and Diane Zuelke, a brother-in-law Otto Jeske, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, James and Rodney Zuelke and a sister, Viviene Jeske. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com David H. Zuelke, 73, Stratford, died on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Private family services will be held at a later date. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford is assisting the family. David was born on November 12, 1939 in Stratford to Herbert and Elsie (Jilek) Zuelke and was a 1957 graduate of Stratford High School. He also was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. In 1977 he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree “with distinction” from Loretta Heights College in Denver, CO. He served as an enlisted member of the United States Army National Guard in Marshfield from January 1957 to October 15, 1961. He then entered the United States Army active duty as a career officer from 1964 until retirement as a lieutenant Colonel on October 31, 1983. He served a one year tour in Viet Nam during the famous Tet Offensive in 1968. David was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6352 of Stratford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and was an avid fan and collector of country music. He is survived by a sister, Debra (Carl) Heusi of Stratford, 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Zuelke and Diane Zuelke, a brother-in-law Otto Jeske, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, James and Rodney Zuelke and a sister, Viviene Jeske. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com David H. Zuelke, 73, Stratford, died on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Private family services will be held at a later date. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford is assisting the family. David was born on November 12, 1939 in Stratford to Herbert and Elsie (Jilek) Zuelke and was a 1957 graduate of Stratford High School. He also was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. In 1977 he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree “with distinction” from Loretta Heights College in Denver, CO. He served as an enlisted member of the United States Army National Guard in Marshfield from January 1957 to October 15, 1961. He then entered the United States Army active duty as a career officer from 1964 until retirement as a lieutenant Colonel on October 31, 1983. He served a one year tour in Viet Nam during the famous Tet Offensive in 1968. David was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6352 of Stratford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and was an avid fan and collector of country music. He is survived by a sister, Debra (Carl) Heusi of Stratford, 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Zuelke and Diane Zuelke, a brother-in-law Otto Jeske, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, James and Rodney Zuelke and a sister, Viviene Jeske. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com David H. Zuelke, 73, Stratford, died on Sunday, June 9, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Private family services will be held at a later date. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford is assisting the family. David was born on November 12, 1939 in Stratford to Herbert and Elsie (Jilek) Zuelke and was a 1957 graduate of Stratford High School. He also was a 1964 graduate of St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. In 1977 he obtained a Bachelor of Science degree “with distinction” from Loretta Heights College in Denver, CO. He served as an enlisted member of the United States Army National Guard in Marshfield from January 1957 to October 15, 1961. He then entered the United States Army active duty as a career officer from 1964 until retirement as a lieutenant Colonel on October 31, 1983. He served a one year tour in Viet Nam during the famous Tet Offensive in 1968. David was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #6352 of Stratford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and was an avid fan and collector of country music. He is survived by a sister, Debra (Carl) Heusi of Stratford, 2 sisters-in-law, Patricia Zuelke and Diane Zuelke, a brother-in-law Otto Jeske, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, James and Rodney Zuelke and a sister, Viviene Jeske. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Jerry L. Tetzlaff [11/24/1947 - 06/08/2013] Jerry L. Tetzlaff, 65, of Marshfield passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, June 8, 2013. Jerry was born November 24, 1947, in Wausau to John and Elvira (Radtke) Tetzlaff. Jerry was a veteran of the U. S. Marine Corps serving in Viet Nam. Jerry retired from Marshfield Water and Electric. He was a loving father and grandfather and enjoyed his family and home. Jerry married Barbara Ann Prewitt September 4, 1976. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, his children Justin Tetzlaff of Wausau and Jana Tetzlaff of Pardeeville, one grandson, Cooper Tetzlaff, his father, John, of Wausau, one brother John “Jack” Tetzlaff (Mary), sister Patricia Young (Robert) of Naperville, IL and sister Carol Sall (Erik) of St. Louis, MO. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elvira Tetzlaff. Family will receive friends and relatives at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, June 15, 2013 at Faith Lutheran Church, 207 S. Cherry Ave., Marshfield for visitation with services to follow at 11:00 a.m. Military rites will be conducted by American Legion Post #54 of Marshfield following the service. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> James R. Heiting [07/14/1928 - 06/07/2013] James R. Heiting, 84 of Marshfield died Friday morning, June 7, 2013 at the Wells Nature View Assisted Living on South Apple Avenue, Marshfield. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Thursday, June 13, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Sebastian Venni officiating. Sacred Heart Funeral Choir will provide the music. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield and military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #54. Visitations will be from 5-7pm Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home and again on Thursday at the church from 9:30am until service time. There will be a Knights of Columbus Rosary service at 6:30pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Jim was born on July 14, 1928 in Marshfield to Raymond and Theresa (Goldbach) Heiting. Prior to and after graduating from Marshfield Senior High School he was employed at Berg Equipment, retiring after more than 50 years of service. He was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, where he was an usher, Honorary Life member of the Knights of Columbus, Marshfield Trap & Skeet Club and enjoyed hunting. He is survived by his siblings, Kenneth (Ardyce) Heiting, Ronald (Donna) Heiting, Marjorie Giles and Shirley (David) Egner all of Marshfield, sister-in-law, Joan Heiting of Wausau and many nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, brother Gerald and a brother-in-law, Gary Giles. The family of James wish to thank all the staff at Wells Nature View on South Apple Avenue for their wonderful care. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Shirley M. Schmitt [04/06/1926 - 06/05/2013] Shirley M. Schmitt, 87of Marshfield died peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at House of The Dove. She was under the care of Ministry Home Hospice Care. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Friday, June 7, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Fr. Eric Berns officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield with her grandchildren serving as pallbearers. Visitations will be from 4-6pm on Thursday at the Rembs Funeral Home and again on Friday at the church from 9:30am until service time. Shirley was born on April 6, 1926 in the town of Lincoln to Peter and Eva (Engels) Christensen. She was united in marriage to James H. Schmitt on September 21, 1946 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Marshfield. She was employed at Wing Drug Store as a teenager and Stoney Beach as a bar maid. She later was a cook at Columbus High School and Our Lady of Peace Parochial School. After her retirement, she cooked for many years for funeral meals at the church, and worked seasonally at Figi’s. Shirley loved to frequent the casino and bingo halls along with travelling with her best friends. If anyone knows how much she won, let her children know. Shirley is survived by her children Rodney (Rita) Schmitt of Green Bay, Anthony (Brenda) Schmitt of Marshfield, Janet Schmitt of Marshfield, James P. (Shirley) Schmitt of Chili, Gordon Schmitt of Marshfield, Dale Schmitt of Marshfield and Cindee Charron of Marshfield; 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She is further survived by one sister Leone Rondorf and two sisters-in-law Margaret Schmitt and Betty Fassler all of Marshfield. Besides her parents and husband Jim, she was preceded in death by her daughter Eva Marie Schmitt, son Jeffrey Schmitt, three brothers, Peter “Manny”, George and Emeron “Jack” Christensen; one sister, Eileen Montag. Condolences and thoughts may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Marcella (Sally) Gaffney [06/15/1922 - 06/05/2013] Marcella (Sally) Gaffney died peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born on June 15, 1922, in Medford, WI, the second child to Martin and Rose (Hellmann) Diers. During her childhood her family moved to the rural Marshfield area where she grew up. She was a devote Catholic and member of the Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bakerville where her uncle once served as pastor. Sally was an active member of the Christian Mothers Organization and for many years helped with weddings, funeral luncheons and parish fundraisers. During her later years she continued to support these endeavors and enjoyed a good “church dinner.” Sally grew up believing in hard work and always making the most of the opportunities given her. She was a great cook and as a young woman owned and operated The North Side Restaurant in Marshfield where she met her husband Robert (Bob) Gaffney who was just home from WWII. They married at Corpus Christi and bought a home in the Town of Cameron. There they raised their children. Until recently hospitalized, she remained in the family home until the time of her death. She will forever be remembered for her independent spirit and deep faith. The love of her life was being a parent. Sally always enjoyed being part of the activities involving her children. She was an active parent in the PTA, 4-H and volunteered at the school forest. She was a pioneer in her generation pursuing a full career outside the home. In the late 50”s she began selling Studio Girl Cosmetics and later went on to open Studio Girl Studio located on 3rd Street. She then discovered Beeline Fashions, a party plan women’s clothing line and became a stylist demonstrator and later district manager. She thrived on wearing the latest in clothing apparels and the social interaction her career brought her. She was employed with Beeline Fashions for over twenty years. Deep sadness hit her life with the sudden motorcycle death of her third child Gerald. Working was good therapy. Years later, her heart was again broken with the death of her youngest daughter Linda following a seven year battle with bone cancer. Sally was constantly at her daughter’s side as a caregiver, loving parent and grandparent. Until late in their golden years, to getaway from the business world that was so much a part of both of their lives, Sally and Bob enjoyed their summers up north on Pier Lake. It’s there that Sally enjoyed the peacefulness of the lake and a great book. Her children and grandchildren will always remember her for making the “best apple pie.” It was her trademark at every family gathering. She enjoyed cooking and loved entertaining. She looked forward to holding the “babies” and took joy in watching her grandchildren parent. Sally and her sisters were icons at local Marshfield restaurants and would later gather for a good game of cards. At home, Sally could be found with book in hand or working on a needlework project. She loved watching the Packers and caring for her bird Pat. Sally lived a full life centered in her love of God religiously praying her daily rosary. Today she rests hearing the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.” Sally was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, two children and a granddaughter. She is survived by daughter Donna Siemers (Dale) Stillwater, MN; sons Don Gaffney (Eileen) Marshfield; Bob Gaffney (Wendy) Wausau, WI, grandchildren Gretchen Romain (Ron) Hastings, MN; Heidi Howe (Matthew) Woodbury, MN; Abby Grommesch (Steve) Burnsville, MN; Rebecca Barott (Ryan) Minneapolis, MN; Dawn Gillin (Ed) West Grove, PA; Rochelle Niggemann (Aaron) Marshfield; Brandon Kay, Dallas, TX; Shannon Kay (Deanna) Mosinee; Bridgett Gawlik (Josh) Woodbury, MN; Justin Gaffney (Emily) Wausau, WI., eighteen great-grandchildren, sisters Isabelle Kroening, Helen Hofmann, Marie Bohman, Nita Diers and Rosina (Clyde) Elhert along with many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian burial will be 11:30am Saturday, June 8, 2013 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bakerville with Fr. Sebastian Venni officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery followed by a meal at the church hall. Visitations will be on Saturday at the church from 10am until time of services with a Parish Council of Catholic Women rosary at 9:45am Saturday at the church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Theresa L. Kuehl [07/13/1968 - 06/03/2013] Theresa L. Kuehl, 44, Pittsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2013 at her home. A celebration of Theresa’s life will be held at a later date. Buchanan / Rembs Funeral Home, Pittsville assisted the family with arrangements. Theresa was born on July 13, 1968 in Wisconsin Rapids to Robert and Judy (Scheidler) Henke and was a 1986 graduate of Nekoosa High School. She had been employed at Bethel Center in Arpin. Theresa loved dogs, dolphins, snowmobiling, four wheeling and camping. She recently had taken a trip to Florida to swim with the dolphins, something she had longed to do. Theresa is survived by her mother, Judy Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, her fiancé, Tim Folz, Pittsville, her older brother, Todd (Deb) Henke of Wisconsin Rapids, her daughter, Sam Kuehl of DeForest, her son, Cody Kuehl of Neillsville and her dog, Mika. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Henke. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Joseph "Ken" Specht [12/01/1921 - 06/01/2013] Joseph “Ken” Specht, 91, Marshfield, died unexpectedly of a brain hemorrhage on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital Palliative Care, Marshfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Marshfield. Rev. Eric Berns will officiate and music will be provided by a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Jeanne Specht as vocalists. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post 54. The visitation will be held at Our Lady of Peace Church on Wednesday from 10:00 am until service time. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Ken was born on December 1, 1921 in Marshfield, to Frank and Rose (Albrecht) Specht and was a graduate of Marshfield Senior High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army Air Force serving during World War II as an airplane sheet metal worker. He married Cynthia R. Diem on March 2, 1946 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Marshfield. After his honorable discharge he began working at Felker Brothers Manufacturing, Marshfield on March 6, 1941 and 42 years later retired as marketing manager of the companies alloy sales division. God was very important to Ken and he was a strong man of faith and a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society. He also was a member of the American Legion Post 54 of Marshfield. He was a devoted, loving husband, father and grandfather. He was always busy and enjoyed stamp collecting, gardening, poetry and writing many of his own poems. He also enjoyed woodworking, welding, hunting, fishing and enjoyed spending as much time as he could at the summer home. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia and their children, Richard (Jeanne) Specht of Apple Valley, MN, Don (Priscilla) Specht of Bloomington, MN, Debbie (Rick) Marsh of San Antonio, Texas, Carol (Tom) Steinmetz of Marshfield, and Karen (Jeff) Ottelien of Cottage Grove. He is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is further survived by sisters, Catherine (Robert) Konig of Stevens Point, Mary (Heinz) Beyer of Marshfield, and a brother, Norbert (Rosella) Specht of Auburndale and a sister-in-law, Lucille Specht of Hot Springs, AR. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers, Harold and Raymond Specht and a sister, Irene Specht. In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated in his name to Columbus Catholic High School. The family wishes to thank Ministry St. Joseph’s Palliative Care and special thanks Ken’s nurse, Karen for the wonderful care during his last hours. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Arlene R. Kroening [07/31/1933 - 06/01/2013] Our dear mother, Arlene R. Kroening, 79, Edgar, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital Palliative Care, Marshfield. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 at St. John Evangelical Lutheran (High Steeple) Church, W1145 Huckleberry Street, Edgar (Town of Wien). Rev. Jeffrey Lambrecht will officiate and June Krebsbach will be organist for congregational singing. Burial will take place in the church cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be grandsons Mitchell and Lucas Fromm, nephews Alan Konop, and Dennis Hein. The visitation will be held at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church on Tuesday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm and on Wednesday from 10:00 am until service time. Sauter / Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Arlene was the ninth of ten children born to Paul and Lydia (Krause) Greening on July 31, 1933 in (Unity) the Township of Brighton, Marathon County. She attended Unity Grade School, Brighton Country School, Sawyer Country School and Spencer Public Schools. Before her marriage she was employed at Weinbrenner Shoe Factory in Marshfield. She was united in marriage to Maurice L. Kroening on May 7, 1960 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Spencer. Dad joined our Lord on March 18, 1990. After their marriage the Kroenings farmed in the Town of Wien until 1989. Arlene was a very hard working farm wife and mother, always willing to help her children , grandchildren and any one in need. Arlene was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school for many years and enjoyed quilting at church. She also enjoyed traveling, cooking, baking, crossword puzzles, reading, and playing board games. Most important were her family and especially her grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Paul (Rachel) Kroening of Fishers, IN, Pamela Fromm of Marathon, Peggy (Bruce) Pankratz of Auburndale and Peter (Lisa) Kroening of Athens. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Audrey (Joe) Frank, Matthew (fiancé – Miranda) Kroening, Mitchell and Lucas Fromm, Elizabeth, Emily, James and Rachel Pankratz, and Amber and Katherine Kroening. She is further survived by her sisters, Evie Lynn, Eleanor Coop, Anita Hein, Dorothy Konop, and Beverly (Don) Sleeter, a brother-in-law, Keith Donovan and a sister-in-law, Aggie Greening. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, and siblings, Adeline Seefeldt, Marvin Greening, Irmegard Best and Lois “Jeanne” Donovan. Memorials may be designated in her name to St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church. Mom/Grandma you will always be loved, remembered and missed by all of us. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Elizabeth E. "Babe" Blum [05/21/1911 - 06/01/2013] Elizabeth E. “Babe” Blum, 102, died on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at the Marshfield Care Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Marshfield, with the Rev. Sebastain Venni officiating. Burial will take place in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield. The visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9:30 am until service time at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Elizabeth was born on May 21, 1911 in Pittsville, Wisconsin, the daughter of Hugh and Catherine Strnad McLaughlin. She resided in Pittsville until her marriage to Gordon W. Blum on February 3, 1945 in Pittsville. She then moved to Marshfield with Gordon where she lived until her death. Gordon died on April 9, 1979. Elizabeth worked for the Weinbrenner Shoe Company for 16 years, and also worked for a local dentist as a receptionist. She was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, three brothers and three sisters. Memorials may be designated in Elizabeth’s name to Sacred Heart Parish or Marshfield Care Center. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Karen L. Bruhn [08/18/1964 - 05/29/2013] Karen L. Bruhn, 48, Marshfield, died on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Neillsville Care and Rehab. Private committal services will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Karen was born on August 18, 1964 in Marshfield to Thomas and Nancy (Zoellner) Bruhn. She is survived by her parents, Tom and Nancy Bruhn of Marshfield. She is also survived by a brother, Todd (Janet) Bruhn of Marshfield and their children, Errin (Paul) Zillmer and Nicole Bruhn; and a sister, Debbie (Andy) Haffenbredl of Auburndale and their children, Adam and Tyler Haffenbredl. She was predeceased by a nephew, Christopher Haffenbredl. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Florence C. Krings [04/17/1927 - 05/27/2013] Florence C. Krings, 86 formerly of Blenker died Monday evening, May 27, 2013 at the House of The Dove under the care of Ministry Home Hospice. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Thursday, May 30, 2013 at St. Kilian’s Catholic Church in Blenker with Fr. Peter Raj officiating. Doris Mielke and Judy Meyer will provide the music for her service. Entombment will be in Hillside Mausoleum, Marshfield, Wisconsin. Visitations will begin at 9am Thursday at St. Kilian’s until time of services. Martens/Rembs Funeral Home in Junction City is assisting the family with the arrangements. Florence was born on April 17, 1927 to Charles & Louisa (Altman) Weinfurter in Blenker. She was one of 10 children and attended St. Kilian’s Parochial School. On October 28th, 1948 she married the man who would be the love of her life for 65 years, Harvey Carl Krings, at St Kilian’s Catholic Church, Blenker. During the early years, they lived In Milwaukee working at various businesses. After the first child was born they decided to move back to Central WI to be close to family and friends and take over the family farm in Blenker as they continued to raise their family of six. Florence was a devoted wife and mother… Helping on the farm whenever she could; working at different jobs; and keeping everyone happy and organized. She enjoyed playing cards (especially with the grandkids and great- grandkids); gardening; cooking; baking and taking trips with her brother-in-law Tuffy and sister-in-law Sandy and trips to the casinos. But most of all she just enjoyed life and being with her family. She was a wonderful mother, mother-in-law, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family. Florence is survived by her husband, Harvey, one daughter, Susan (Randy) Seidl of Marshfield, and five sons, Dennis (Sue) Krings of Arpin, Donald (Cindy) Krings of Milladore, Gary (Norma) Krings of Nekoosa, David (Mary Jo) Krings of Arpin, Gregory (Brenda) Krings of WI Rapids; 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by two sisters Regina Seavers of WI Rapids, Loretta Hahn of Pittsville, and brother-in-law, Don Hahn of Pittsville. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her two brothers, Fritz and Irvin Weinfurter and five sisters, Rose Pongratz, Agnes Buchanan, Anna Hahn, Dorothy Hollar and Margaret Weinfurter. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Joseph A. Finamore [03/19/1924 - 05/25/2013] Joseph A. Finamore, 89 of Marshfield entered eternal life peacefully, on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at the House of the Dove Hospice Home with his family at his side. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am on Friday May 31, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Sebastian Venni officiating. Music to be provided by Joseph Finamore Jr. and friends. Interment to follow immediately after the funeral at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:30am Friday in the church until time of service. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. He was born the 3rd of 5 children to Archie and Irene Finamore on March 19, 1924 in Denver, Co. He spent his young life growing up in Denver. He enlisted in the United States Army to serve his country during World War II. The military sent him to Stanford University prior to his deployment as an amphibious landing craft operator in the Pacific Theatre. He married the love of his life Joan M. Mundt on July 29, 1950. They spent the first 9 years in Denver where their first 3 children were born and then moved to Marshfield so he could pursue his dream of owning his business. He and Joan owned and operated Finamore’s Magnavox/Radio Shack and the Establishment Restaurant. Part of the joy of being a businessman was the friendships he developed daily. After his retirement in 1987 Joe and Joan returned to Denver to be re-acquainted with family and friends. Joe is survived by his wife Joan, two sons Gary (Sharon) Finamore, Joseph Jr. (Carmen Zaleski) Finamore, two daughters Pam (Dave) Marsh, and Sue (Alan) Schulz; 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. He is also survived by a brother Alfred (Louise) Finamore and brother and sisters- in-law, nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, son Michael, father and mother-in-law and three sisters. Joe built his life around his faith in God and appreciation for family and friends. He will be remembered for his wit, wisdom, sense of humor and integrity. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to House of Dove, 1000 West 11st Street, Marshfield, WI 54449, Personal Development Center, 214 West 2nd Street • Marshfield, WI 54449 (pcdmarshfield.com), Smile Train smiletrain.org, or the charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Vera F. Herman [12/16/1919 - 05/25/2013] Vera F. Herman, 93 of Marshfield died on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield. Memorial services will be 11:00am Monday, June 3, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home with Fr. James Logan officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Hewitt. Visitations will be from 10:00am Monday at Rembs Funeral Home until time of service. Vera was born on December 16, 1919 in Burlington to Henry and Augusta (Reddlin) Rehberg. She was united in marriage to Vincent J. Herman, Sr. on May 4, 1946 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids. He died on October 26, 2008. She was a homemaker and raised her family. Vera is survived by her children, Sharon (William) Youngs of Casa Grande, AZ, Richard (Betty) Herman of Mosinee, James (Judy) Herman of Marshfield, Verlyn Herman of Knowlton, Roger (Sharon) Herman of Menomonie and Vincent (Mary Lou) Herman, Jr of Auburndale; 15 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a great grandson Logan Vanyo-Herman, daughter-in-law Carol Jean Herman, one brother and four sisters. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Anna M. Maurer [04/10/1922 - 05/23/2013] Anna “Ann” M. Maurer, 91, of Marshfield, passed away peacefully at The House of the Dove on Thursday, May 23, 2013 surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer for over ten years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 5:30 pm with Fr. Eric Berns officiating. Music will be provided by Ben Hanneman, Anna’s grandson and Suzanne Golden as pianist. Private interment will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 3:00 pm Tuesday in the church until time of service. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Ann was born the fifth of ten children to Casper and Mary (nee Neuman) Regner on April 10th, 1922, in Hewitt. She attended Evergreen Hill Public School, St. Joseph’s School, Hewitt, and was in the first graduation class from Marshfield Senior High School in 1940. She married Wilfred, “Willy,” Maurer on August 30, 1941, at St Michael’s Catholic Church in Hewitt. She worked at the Weinbrenner Shoe Factory before marriage and spent the rest of adult life being an inspiration to all who knew her. Ann will be remembered as a humble, prayer-filled, and hard working mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Family was her number one priority. Her generous spirit went beyond her family by supporting and mentoring a number of children, including being a foster parent. She was a volunteer at St. Vincent de Paul for over 28 years and made many friends there. Ann was a member of Our Lady of Peace Parish since 1951 and an involved member of the Parish Council of Catholic Women. In her earlier years, she donated over five gallons of blood to the Red Cross. For over 20 years Ann was an active member of YMCA’s Body Recall/Silver Sneakers and participated in “Seniors on the Move.” She was an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting, and was gifted at drawing. She enjoyed baking muffins and banana bread for her family who would drop in often for visits to sample her baked goods. Ann and Willy enjoyed traveling to various places, some of which included Paris, London, Munich, and the Caribbean Islands. They also had many adventures sightseeing throughout the United States and Canada in their motor home. She is survived by her eight children, Ron (Ellen) Maurer, Dan (Kathy) Maurer, Nancy (Gordy) Earll, Kathleen Scheuer, Rita Hanneman (fiancé, Bob Weber), Sara (Randy) Henrichs, Jane (Gary) Skaya all of Marshfield and Mary (Bill) Scheuer of Greendale, WI. She is also survived by three brothers, Felix Regner of Milwaukee, Art (Nancy) and Ken (Arlene) Regner and her dear sister/friend, Mildred Marty all of Marshfield. She is further survived by 22 grand-children,with 2 on the way, 5 step grand-children, 36 great-grand-children, 12 step-great-grand-children: Todd (Michelle) Maurer and their daughters, Isabella, Kenslee and step daughters, Elizabeth and Bailey Hansen, Tara (Morgan) Reynolds and their children, David, Faith, Matthew and Jonathan, Brittney (Sam) Parks and their children, Benjamin, Anna, Nathan and Audrey; Heidi (Joshua) Weatherford and their sons, Miles and Isaac, Adam (Michelle) Scheuer and their children, Ari and Ava; Jason (Margaret) Maurer and their children, Sean, Grace, and Clare, Jeremy (Kelly) Maurer and their sons, Gabriel and Abraham, Rynn (Rick) Geier and their sons, Jacob and Evan, Josh Maurer; Andrew (Elizabeth) O’Reilly and their sons, Jonathon and Nicholas, Matthew (Heather) O’Reilly, step grand-children, Mike (Kim) Earll and their children, Melanie and Zachary, Mark (Carolyn) Earll and their children, Erin and Aidan, and Patrick (Priscilla) Earll and their sons, Noah, Jacob and Peter; Jessica (Chad) Berg and their children, Avery and Carter, Paul (Beth) Scheuer and their children, Ella, Sophie, and Thomas, Aaron (Sara) Scheuer and their children Gwen and Reid; Bryan (Natasha) Hanneman, and their sons, Samuel and Anthony, Katie (Tom) Frank, and their daughters, Abigail and Hannah, Brent Hanneman, and Ben (Analise) Hanneman; Candace (Dominic) Pernsteiner and their daughter, Paige, Angela (Michael) Pero and their son, Dylan, Amy (Brian) Nicksic, and Julie Henrichs (fiancé, Grant Erickson); step grandchildren, Dustin (Alexandra) Skaya and Tyler (Brenda) Skaya with their children, Breleigh, Avery and Quinn. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Wilfred Maurer (1998), son, Frederick, sons-in law, Thomas Scheuer and Dennis Hanneman, bothers, Richard, Norbert, Edward and Alfred Regner and one sister, Louise Angelroth. A special thanks to Dr. Eileen Yale, the caregivers at Aster Retirement Community and The House of the Dove for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given for scholarship funds, St. Vincent’s Food Pantry and Outreach Service, 169 North Central Avenue, Marshfield, WI 54449, House of the Dove, 1000 West 11th Street, Marshfield, WI 54449, or Our Lady of Peace Parish, 1414 West 5th Street, Marshfield, WI 54449. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Audrey J. Eckes [07/22/1927 - 05/22/2013] Audrey J. Eckes, 85, Marshfield, went to heaven on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at her home in Marshfield. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rev. Sebastian Venni will officiate and music will be provided by Sacred Heart Church Funeral Choir. The family will receive relatives and friends at Sacred Heart Church on Tuesday from 9:30 am until service time. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Audrey was born on July 22, 1927 in Marshfield, the daughter of Albert and Elsie (Sommers) Hunter. She was a 1945 graduate of Marshfield Senior High School. She married James W. Eckes on June 21, 1947 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Marshfield. Audrey became employed at the Marshfield Clinic in 1946 where she worked for 17 years. She then was employed at the Marshfield Electric and Water Department for 14 years until her retirement. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, The Christian Mothers, the Parish Council of Catholic Women and the Auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. She enjoyed her granddaughter and family, singing, playing organ, knitting, sewing, making cookies and was a Packers fan. She is survived by her husband, Jim, a daughter, Susan Jensen of Marshfield, a granddaughter, Alison (Rob) Nikolai and 3 great grandchildren, Bobbi Rae, Will and Vivian. She is also survived by a son-in-law, Mark Jensen and a sister, Georgia Patrie of Phillips. She was predeceased by her parents, a son, Randall, and sisters, Lois Kuettler, Eileen Gandy and Reva Hinkelmann. Memorials may be designated in her name to the Marshfield Medical Foundation for Alzheimers research. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> John J. Reigel [06/19/1961 - 05/19/2013] John J. Reigel, 51, Marshfield, Died on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in the Emergency Room of Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, with Rev. Eric Berns officiating. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be Bruce Trampush, John Meyer, Virgil Esselman, Ronald Esselman, Randy Gessert and Eric Beels. The visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home and on Wednesday from 10:30 am until service time at Our Lady of Peace Church. John was born on June 19, 1961 in Marshfield, to Edward and Adella (Gessert) Reigel. He was a graduate of Spencer High School. He farmed in the Town of Spencer his entire life. John enjoyed spending time with family and friends and especially his niece and nephew. He also enjoyed hunting. John is survived by his mother, Adella Reigel of Marshfield and 2 sisters, Susan Reigel of Marshfield and Kathy (Michael) Leader of Colby. He is also survived by a nephew, Bradley Leader (Ashley) and a niece, Kristina Leader. He was preceded in death by his father on September 1, 1994. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Charlotte G. Martens [01/12/1932 - 05/17/2013] Charlotte G. Martens, age 81, of Marshfield, passed away on Thursday May 16, 2013 at her home surrounded by the love of her family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30am on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Marshfield, officiated by Fr. Eric Berns. Burial will be in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Loyal at a later date. A visitation will be held Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield and on Tuesday following the Funeral Mass during the luncheon. Charlotte was born on January 12, 1932 to Joseph and Clara (Desrouches) Dault in Evanston, IL. She was a graduate of New Trier High School. Charlotte and William “Sonny” Martens, Sr. were united in marriage 59 years ago on May 1, 1954 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Hubbard Woods, Il. The couple moved to Greenwood, WI after they wed and would live in Iowa and Illinois, before settling in Marshfield, WI. After working several years in retail, Charlotte started her own sewing and alteration business, later she worked as a secretary at St. John the Baptist School in Marshfield until her retirement. Charlotte was an active member of the community, serving as President of the Rosary Altar Society at St. John the Baptist Church and President of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #54, both in Marshfield, WI. She devoted years of volunteer service to St. Joseph’s Hospital and the Marshfield Care Center. Charlotte loved her family very much and enjoyed making them gifts, especially for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren at Christmas time. She loved baking, sewing, crocheting and spending time on the computer to play games and chatting with friends Elaine Shick of Vancouver, Canada and Sharon Naylor of Heath cote, Australia. Other hobbies included reading, collecting dolls, angels, and bells. Charlotte is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, William Martens, Sr and her loving children: Gwendolyn (Michael) Klevgard of Loyal, Robbin (Henry) Immerfall of Marshfield, Michael (Dawn) Martens of Marshfield, Thomas Martens of Marshfield, Mark (Deb) Martens of Smithburg, MD, Bradley Martens of Marshfield, Rebecca “Becky” (Joseph) Chenier of Marshfield, and William Jr. (Barbara “Bobbi”) Martens of Marshfield. She is further survived by 22 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, her brother Frank Dault of Illinois, many extended family members and close friends. Charlotte is preceded in death by her parents, son Michael W. Martens in infancy, three brothers and three sisters. Charlotte will be sadly missed by all. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Lucille M. Tomlinson [12/31/1931 - 05/17/2013] Lucille Marie Tomlinson, 81, Stevens Point passed away peacefully, surrounded by family members, on Friday morning May 17, 2013 at North Haven Assisted Living Facility after a 10 year struggle with Alzheimer’s disease. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am Monday, May 20, 2013 at St. Kilian’s Catholic Church in Blenker with Fr. Peter Raj officiating. Burial will be at St Kilian’s Cemetery with her grandchildren serving as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 pm Sunday at Martens/Rembs Funeral Home, Junction City and from 9:00am until the time of service at the church Monday. There will be a Rosary Service by the St. Kilian’s Altar Society at 7:00 pm Sunday at the funeral home. Lucille was born December 31, 1931 in Blenker to Joseph G. and Rose (Ashbeck) Koller. She attended St. Kilian’s Catholic School and graduated from Auburndale High School in 1949. Lucille was employed at Adawagam Paper Mill in Wisconsin Rapids where she met the love of her life – Clare Tomlinson. Lucille and Clare were joined in matrimony on September 11, 1951. Lucille spent her years raising her family, farming, working at Figis, and spending her later years in the Central Service Dept. of St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield. Lucille retired from the hospital in 2002 after putting in 28 years of service. Lucille and Clare enjoyed much of their married life on the farm in Sherry. In retirement they moved to their home on Maywood Avenue in Marshfield, and later were moved to the North Crest Assisted Living Facility in Stevens Point. Lucille is survived by her loving husband Clare along with the children she so loved, Sue (Jerry) Uher of Stevens Point, Ron (Mary) Tomlinson of Arpin, Roger (Sherri) Tomlinson of Sherry, Shirley (Mark Fieseler) Clausen of Eyota, MN, Carol (Paul) Haffenbredl of Auburndale, Kathy Mrozinski of Milladore, Tim (Chitra) Tomlinson of Colorado Springs, CO, and Lee (Jolene) Tomlinson of Ashland. “Grandma T.” will also be greatly missed by her 26 grandkids and 23 great-grandkids. Lucille is also survived by her sisters Grace Brock of Vesper, Ruth (Chuck) Adcock of Cameron Park, CA, Viola (Tony) Joosten of Rudolph and sisters-in-law Elaine Koller of Wisconsin Rapids, and Armelda Koller of Stevens Point. Throughout her life Lucille enjoyed camping, fishing, travelling, gardening, cooking, crocheting, family gatherings, and spending time with her kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids. Lucille was pre-deceased by her parents, daughter Sally, four brothers, James, Richard, Joseph, and Raymond Koller along with one sister Josephine in infancy. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established at a later date. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Alvin W. Heckel [04/17/1923 - 05/14/2013] Alvin W. Heckel, 90 of Marshfield died on Tuesday morning, May 14, 2013 at Golden Living Center 3 Oaks in Marshfield. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Fr. Eric Berns officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield. Visitations will be from 4-8pm Friday at Rembs Funeral Home and again on Saturday at the church from 10am until time of service. Alvin was born on April 17, 1923 in the town of Lincoln to Henry and Mary (Gleisner) Heckel where he attended Ebbe School. He was united in marriage to Ruby B. Nelson-Sternweis on July 19, 1958 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church in Marshfield. He farmed on the home farm in the town of Lincoln, Wood County where he was born and raised. His dream was to have a registered herd of Holsteins, which he did. He enjoyed working the ground on his tractors and his dog Sam. He was involved in Shady Lane 4-H and various dairy organizations. Alvin is survived by his loving wife Ruby, children Richard (Nancy) Sternweis of Stratford, Diana (Mike) McMeeken of Stratford, Gordon Sternweis of Marshfield, Paul (Bonnie) Sternweis of Marshfield, Sharon (Randy) Follen of Vesper, Karen (Rick) Rhodes of Marshfield and Dennis Heckel of Marshfield. He is further survived by 19 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and a sister-in-law Alice Heckel of Marshfield. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by two grandsons, Dickie Sternweis and Tom McMeeken, two brothers, Carl and Ed Heckel, four sisters Marion Breseman, Alma Markowski, Betty Rankeland, and Mildred Lundeen. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Darlene E. Dibble [03/21/1943 - 05/13/2013] Darlene E. (Offer) Dibble, 70 of Pittsville passed away Monday morning, May 13, 2013 at House of The Dove in Marshfield. She was under the care of Ministry Home Hospice Care. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Friday, May 17, 2013 at St. Joachim’s Catholic Church in Pittsville with Fr. Robert Nelson officiating. Burial will be in Mound Cemetery, Pittsville. Family will receive relatives and friends from 9:30am Friday until time of services at the church. Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home in Pittsville is assisting the family with the arrangements. Darlene was born on March 21, 1943 in Marshfield to Theodore and Eleanor (Kelnhofer) Offer. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1961. On October 23, 1965, she was united in marriage to George Dibble, Jr. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Marshfield. Darlene enjoyed crafts of all kinds, camping, cook-outs family gatherings and especially card making. She is survived by her husband George of Pittsville, brother, Don (Shirley) Offer of Madison, nephew Gregg Offer of Pardeeville, two great nieces, Danielle and Dayanna Irons and a special friend Pat Offer of Cottage Grove. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a nephew Jeff Offer. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Lorraine E. Bombard [01/26/1923 - 05/13/2013] Lorraine E. Bombard, age 90, 606 South Walnut Avenue, Marshfield, and formerly of Stratford, died on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the Marshfield Care Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday May 18, 2013 at 11:00 am at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford. Rev. James Schaefer and a son-in-law Deacon Peter Burek will officiate and music will be provided by St. Joseph’s Resurrection Choir. Burial will take place in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Stratford and grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The visitation will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Saturday from 9:00 am until service time. Sauter/Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford, is assisting the family. Lorraine was born on January 26, 1923 in Guttenberg, Iowa to Alois and Olive (Harter) Eilers. At the age of 6 she moved to Marshfield with her parents and family. She attended St. John’s Parochial School in Marshfield. She married Ray Steines on July 28, 1943 at St. John’s Catholic Church, Marshfield. They farmed in the Town of Cleveland, Marathon County for 26 years until moving to the village of Stratford. Lorraine had been employed at Weyerhaeuser Company in Marshfield for 10 years. Ray passed away on November 16, 1978. On December 17, 1983 Lorraine married Dale Bombard. He passed away on July 5, 2002. She is survived by her children, Richard (Yosh) Steines of Columbus, Georgia, William (Donna) Steines of Wausau, Thomas (Marla) Steines of Mosinee, Susan (Arnold) Miller of Mosinee, Dennis (Mary Lou) Steines of Prairie du Chein, Marilyn (Peter) Burek of Wausau, and Rae Ann (Mark) Grubofski of Camp Douglas. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, 2 step grandchildren, and 4 step great grandchildren. She is further survived by her sisters and brothers, Marie Theurer of Arizona, Kate (Joseph) Kaiser of Stratford, Betty Jozwiak of Marshfield, Tony (Millie) Eilers of Marshfield, and Bernie (Joanne) Eilers of Arizona, and sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Eilers, and Dorothy Kolb. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands, an infant son, Bobby, and a brother, Donald Eilers The family wishes to thank the special angels at the Marshfield Care Center. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Susan M. Wienke [05/10/1958 - 05/11/2013] Susan M. Wienke, 55 of Marshfield died Saturday evening, May 11, 2013 at the emergency room, Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Friday, May 17, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Sebastian Venni officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitations will be from 4-7pm Thursday, May 16, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home and again on Friday at the church from 9:30am until time of service. There will be a Parish Council of Catholic Women Rosary service at 4:00 pm Thursday at Rembs Funeral Home. Susan was born on May 10, 1958 in Neillsville to William and Louise (Mayer) Genteman. She graduated from Loyal High School in 1976 then attended State College of Beauty Culture in Wausau. Susan then worked for various salons in Marshfield. She operated Style Options in Cedar Rail for the past 3 years. She enjoyed camping with family, watching her sons playing Columbus High School sports and was dedicated to cutting and styling hair. She is survived by her husband Ken, two boys Ryan and Travis both of Marshfield, and her mother Louise Genteman of Marshfield. She is further survived by her siblings, David (Camille) Genteman of Granton, Maryann (Ronald) Denzine of Marshfield, Dan Genteman of Neillsville, Patricia (Steve) Rindfleisch of Spencer, Jim (Grace) Genteman of Loyal, Betty (Mark) Yerke of Arpin and Wayne (Diane) Genteman of Greenwood. Susan was preceded in death by her father William on March 3, 2004. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Lauri R. "Ray" Heikenen [02/19/1924 - 05/10/2013] Lauri Raymond “Ray” Heikenen, 89, of Junction City passed away on May 10, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield, WI. He was born in Brownsmead, Oregon on February 19, 1924 to Charles and Anna (Sippa) Heikenen. His parents emigrated separately from Finland in their teens and met and married in northern Minnesota. After the Moose Lake Fire they moved to Oregon, returning to Cloquet, Minnesota when Lauri was still young. After beginning high school, Lauri went to work in a defense industry on the west coast during World War II, then enlisted in the Army Air Force on October 4, 1943. In the Army he received his high school equivalency, attended radio and gunnery school and became an aerial gunner in a B-17 Flying Fortress. The war ended before He was deployed overseas and he left the service on November 6, 1945 with the rank of sergeant. Lauri met Fay Lois Engel (who was engaged at the time) at Smithy’s Supper Club in Solon Springs Wisconsin, a favorite hangout for young people from the Duluth, Minnesota area. There is some dispute regarding who first asked who to dance and they were married in Duluth on April 3, 1948. After working at a number of things Lauri became the night foreman at a Farmhand plant in the twin cities. After a cutback in production He was offered a job of “going on the road” to sell Farmhand farm implements to farm equipment dealers throughout the State of Wisconsin. He literally spent the rest of his life on the road selling farm equipment. After several years with Farmhand, Lauri decided he had the skill to take a chance at being an independent rep and started off on his own. He repped a number of different lines from “Badge-Air” air compressors to Dickey John seed testers to Heiton forage boxes. In 1967, he and a partner started H&S Manufacturing Company in Marshfield, Wisconsin in a 50x100 block building. H&S built and sold a single product, a self unloading forage box. In 1986 Lauri bought out his partner and H&S purchased his partner’s business, Steinberg Manufacturing Company. H&S was named Marshfield Chamber of Commerce firm of the year in 1987. Today H&S has a widespread line of hay and forage equipment, employs over 220 people and sells its equipment through a network of over 300 dealers and distributors. In addition to North America, H&S products are commonly loaded in freight containers for shipment to Europe, Japan and South America. H&S also supplies many of its products to John Deere, Case New Holland and Agco which then sell it to their dealers with their label on it. Lauri was still on the road calling on dealers and coming to the office within weeks of his passing. Lauri was very supporting and generous with his family. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. Lauri enjoyed fishing, hunting, dogs, working on puzzles, gardening (he created several beautiful yards), and supporting several Wisconsin based Indian Nations. His courage and optimism carried his family and company through every challenge, to the end. Lauri was preceded in death by his parents and nine brothers and sisters. Lauri is survived by his wife Fay; son Gary (Jan) Heikenen, daughter Jill Heikenen, son Chris (Evelyn) Heikenen, son Brian (Joani Freitas) Heikenen and granddaughter Eilee Heikenen-Weiss. A visitation will be held at Rembs Funeral Home, 300 South Oak Avenue, Marshfield, WI 54449 on Wednesday May 15 from 2PM to 8PM. In lieu of any monetary tribute the family asks that you contribute to your favorite charity or commit a random act of kindness for a stranger. Condolences and thoughts may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Irene F. Wunrow [08/01/1929 - 05/09/2013] Irene F. Wunrow, 83, Arpin, died on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at A Touch of Home, 3, Marshfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 13, 2013 at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Hewitt with Rev. Peter Raj officiating. Private burial will take place in the Town of Richfield Cemetery at a later date. Serving as honorary pallbearer will be Andrew Ringquist and active pallbearers will be Joshua Riley, Jeff Wunrow, Allen Ertl, Dan Wunrow, Rob Roth and Dave Brinker. The visitation will be held on Sunday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home and on Monday from 10:00 am until service time at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. Irene was born on August 1, 1929 in Hewitt, the daughter of Michael and Sophie (Pankratz) Hartl. She was united in marriage to Lester H. Wunrow on August 17, 1946 and they were happily married for 62 years. Lester died on November 13, 2008. Irene attended Hillside School, Auburndale, and St. Joseph’s Parochial School, Hewitt through the 8th grade and then attained her GED in 1976. One of her fondest memories while growing up was of helping her dad with chores on the farm. After her marriage she had worked various jobs outside of the home, including Weyerhaeuser Door Company, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Bethel and Marshfield Convalescent Centers. She especially enjoyed the medical field, working as a nurse’s aide and then later as a home health care provider eventually opening her home to caring for the elderly. She took great pride in farming with her husband, Lester. She worked hard on and off the farm to help provide for her family. She enjoyed many crafts: knitting, crocheting, doll making and cake decorating. She was a 4H leader, teaching leather craft for several years. She was an excellent seamstress even designing and making wedding dresses. She sewed clothing for her family as well. Irene was proud of her German heritage researching her family lineage to relatives living in Furth im Wald. She visited and maintained correspondence with them through the years. Family gatherings, whether at home or at “the shack in the woods”, were very special to her. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life. She had a love of horses, particularly draft horses and truly loved horse shows and trail rides. We will miss her sweet disposition, her loving acceptance, her hugs and kisses and the best apple pies ever. She was a lifelong member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Hewitt, where she served as religion teacher and was a member of the choir for many years. She was a big part of their fall fundraiser making hundreds of potato dumplings which added to the success of the dinner. She was also a member of the Parish Council of Catholic Women and a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Marshfield. Irene is survived by her children, Karleen (Jim) Masephol of Phillips, Ken (Caroline) Wunrow of Marshfield, Mary (Arlen) Scheunemann of Pittsville, Jim (Kim) Wunrow of Arpin, Donna (Jay) Stuttgen of Vesper, and John (fiancé – Shelly) Wunrow of Arpin and a daughter-in-law, Linda Wunrow of Marshfield. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Tom Masephol, Todd (Wendy) Masephol, Tara (Dave) Brinker, Pam (Travis) Hardrath, Jeff (Jean) Wunrow, Lisa (Allen) Ertl, Beth (Trevor) Erickson, Kelly (Dale) Aue, Nicole (Stephen) Wunrow-Garvin, Dawn Quinlin, Blair Meridith, Kallan Berens, Cassandra Berens, Seth Berens, Tasha Berens, Leah Schill, Ashley (Joshua) Riley, Caitlin Stuttgen, Cortni Stuttgen, Jessica (Rob) Roth, Andrew Ringquist, Dan Wunrow, Dawn (Jeremy) Peaslee, Robert (Jill) Scheunemann, Jason (Aya) Scheunemann and Eric (Rachel) Scheunemann, and great grandchildren, Samantha Masephol, James Masephol, Sheena Masephol, McKayla Masephol, Tyler Masephol, Austin Brinker, Angela Brinker, Kyler Hardrath, Ryan Hardrath, Jordan Bonnar, Grace Wunrow, Robert Scott, Cory Ertl, Logan Loveland, Chase Wunrow, Brooke Aue, Annamarie Aue, Elayna Aue, Breanna Aue, Lydia Garvin, Olivia Garvin, Kaleia Garvin, Hannah, Caleb, Elijah, Faith, and Sophie Peaslee, Shannon, Jason Kithcart, Daniel, Tyler, and Connor Scheunemann, and Natalie, Rayna, and Meadow Scheunemann, and great great grandchildren, Kalynn and Keiarra Manicke, Bailey Bonnar and Gabriel Roth. She is further survived by 2 sisters, Diane Mouradian and Ardell Guldan. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a son, DuWayne, 2 daughters, Kandes and Renea, 2 grandchildren, Kursten Wunrow and Samuel Ringquist, 2 sisters Melda Komanaker and Marion Varsho and a brother Ralph Frederick. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Robert W. Altmann [04/12/1935 - 05/09/2013] Robert W. Altmann, 78, Marshfield, died peacefully on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Palliative Care, Marshfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 am on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Rev. Eric Berns will officiate and music will be provided by a nephew, Paul Drexler and the Sweet Adelines of Marshfield. Burial will take place in Corpus Christi Cemetery, Bakerville. The visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield and on Wednesday from 10:30 am until service time at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. A rosary service will be held at 5:00 pm on Tuesday at the funeral home. Robert was born on April 12, 1935 in Stratford, the son of William and Ida (Dennee) Altmann and was a 1953 graduate of Stratford High School. He married Janette R. McGinley on October 10, 1956 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Bakerville. Bob retired after 36 years working for the street department for the city of Marshfield. He also operated a side business for many years painting parking stalls. He was known as a talented master carpenter. Bob enjoyed camping and traveling with family and friends and spending winters in Florida after retirement. He was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and the Holy Name Society. He is survived by his wife, Janette and their 3 children and 5 grandchildren, Kathleen (Rick) Bloczynski of Marshfield and their children, Ben and Robert Bloczynski and Rebecca (Brett) Rettenmund; Ken (Cheryl) Altmann of Marshfield and their children, Jennifer (Jesse) Frey, and Jordan Altmann; and Mark Altmann of Marshfield. He is also survived by 3 great grandchildren, Logan and Payton Frey and Ace Rettenmund. He is further survived by 3 brothers, Richard (Dorothy) Altmann of Stratford, Donald (Kay) Altmann of Wisconsin Rapids, and James (Dixie) Altman of Kansas City, MO, a sister, Adeline (Richard) Drexler of Stratford and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, and 2 sisters, Elaine Spence and June Lange. Memorials may be designated in Bob’s name to the Children’s Miracle Network, Marshfield. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Harriett A. Worley [08/05/1927 - 05/06/2013] Harriett A. Worley, 85 of Marshfield died on Monday morning, May 6, 2013 at the Marshfield Care Center under the care of Ministry Home Hospice. Funeral services will be 11am Friday, May 10, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield with William Loock presiding. Burial will be in Brooklawn Memory Gardens Cemetery in the town of Richfield, Wood County. Visitations will be from 10am until time of service at the Rembs Funeral Home. Harriet was born on August 5, 1927 Franklin County, Ohio to Bishop and Mable (Strain) Lisle. She was united in marriage to Robert F. Worley on January 26, 1944 in Covington, KY. He died sadly on May 9, 2009. The Worley’s moved from Ohio to Rudolph, WI in February 1964 where they resided until February 1971. They then returned to Ohio until April 1977 when they moved back to Wisconsin. Prior to her retirement, Harriet worked as a nurse’s aid at Norwood Health Center in Marshfield. She is survived by her children, Marian (William) Loock of Wisconsin Rapids, Nancy (Gregory) Bluemke of Coon Rapids, MN, Ed Worley of Marshfield and Lisa (Wayne) Duerr of Marshfield; 13 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren. She is further survived by sister-in-law, June (Worley) Campbell of Westerville, Ohio. Besides her parents and husband Robert, she was preceded in death by daughter Evelyn Krause, grandson James Bluemke, great grandson Dallas Donahue, daughter-in-law Eileen (Foster) Worley and a son-in-law Emil Krause, two brothers and two sisters. Condolences may be sent to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Beverly M. Wingert [02/01/1931 - 05/03/2013] Beverly M. Wingert, 82 of Marshfield passed away peacefully on Friday, May 3, 2013 at Golden Living Center Three Oaks in Marshfield with her family at her side. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Christ The King Catholic Church in Spencer with Fr. Sam Martin officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield. Visitations will be from 9:30am Tuesday at the church until time of services. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Bev was born in Marshfield to William and Florence (Bores) Weis and was fondly known as “Toots”. She graduated from Marshfield High School. She was united in marriage to Fabian J. “John” Wingert at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Los Angeles, CA and celebrated their 50th Wedding anniversary in 2002. John sadly passed away on January 30, 2010. Bev and John lived in Los Angeles then moved to San Diego where Bev was an insurance underwriter. In 1981, they moved to Queen City, TX where they owned and operated a motor home & RV park. In 1999, they retired and moved to Spencer, WI to be near family. Bev was a member of the Lady Knights of Columbus and previously members of the Good Sam’s Campers Club. Bev’s artistic passions lead her to painting and making ceramics. She loved football, especially th e Green Bay Packers and Cowboys. Bev is survived by her siblings, James Weis of Stratford, Jerome (Nancy) Weis of Stratford, Mary (Karl) Wingert of Granbury, TX, Ruth (Jim) Odau of Green Bay, Betty (Bill) Severt of Hewitt, Helen (Bob) Johnson of Stratford, Tim “Mike” (Judy) Weis of Spencer, Dennis (Yonnie) Weis of Webster City, IA, Ted (Kathy) Weis of Dows, IA and Rosie (Bob) Carlson of Arpin; two sisters-in-law Carol Ann Weis of Stratford, Kathleen Weis of Marshfield and a brother-in-law Verlyn Herman of Mosinee. She is further survived by her uncle Alfie Bores of Marshfield and a very special friend Marcella Greenwood of Marshfield. Also survived by Fabian’s family, Paul (Barb) Wingert of San Diego, Dennis (Pat) Wingert of Torrence, CA, Karl (Mary) Wingert of Granbury, TX, Glenn Wingert of San Diego, Laurence (Sharon) Wingert of Willard, OH, Margaret S hirey of Willard OH, and Anita Schiferl of Marshfield. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister Carol Jean “Barney”, “CJ” Weis, two brothers Robert Weis and Ervin Weis brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Conrad “Mike” Wingert and Joanne Wingert Rifleman. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to a charity of your choice. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Carol Ann Heckel [03/27/1930 - 05/01/2013] Carol A. Heckel, 83, Marshfield, died on Wednesday, May 1, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Christ Lutheran Church, Marshfield. Rev. Daryn Bahn will officiate and music will be provided by Mary Castner as organist and Verlyn Randt as soloist. Burial will take place in Hillside Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be Mike Watson, Mike Kope, Edward Robert Lieber, Dennis Leonard, Cody Pemberton and Robert Lieber. The visitation will be held at Christ Lutheran Church on Monday from 11:30 am until service time at Christ Lutheran Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Carol was born on March 27, 1930 in Marshfield to Louis and Dorothy (Greenwald) Thom and attended Marshfield schools. She Married John W. Meyers in 1945 and they later divorced. She married Robert E. Heckel on August 27, 1968. He died on July 9, 1995. Carol had been employed at Roddis Plywood and later at the Hotel Charles and the Uptown Bar as a cook, waitress and bartender. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Ladies Aid and a former member of the Marshfield T.O.P.S. club. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and baking but fishing was her passion. She is survived by 2 daughters, Dawn (Virgil) Christiansen of Marshfield and Nancy (Karl) Tauer of Hiles. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Michael (Dawn) Watson, Kimberly (Mike) Kope, Edward “Robby” (Tracy) Lieber, Kelly Anne Lieber and Dennis Leonard, 8 great grandchildren and 4 step great grandchildren. She is further survived by a sister, Lois Yost of Stevens Point. She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a brother, Mike Thom and a sister, Dolores Heckel. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Ann Maggitti [12/01/1934 - 04/29/2013] Ann Bearman Maggitti, 78, of Marshfield, WI passed away peacefully at Colonial Center in Colby, Wis., on Monday, April 29, 2013. Ann was born in London, England, on Dec. 1, 1934, the daughter of Olive A. (nee Filby) Bearman and Stanley E. Bearman. Ann grew up in Chelmsford, England, during WWII. Ann met and married Vincent Tony Maggitti during his service in the U.S. Air Force while he was stationed at RAF Wethersfield in Essex, England. Ann immigrated to America with infant son Paul at the end of Vince’s military service in 1954. The Maggittis settled in Baltimore, Md., later buying a home in Randallstown, where Ann and Vince lived until retiring to York, Penn., in 1996. Ann worked at Baltimore County General Hospital for over 25 years, retiring as an administration supervisor in the Radiology Department. Following retirement, Ann and Vince enjoyed traveling, visiting Ann’s relatives in England, taking ocean cruises with friends, and visiting their sons. Ann moved to Helena, Montana in 2002 and to Marshfield in 2006 to remain close to family. Ann is survived by son Paul Maggitti (Nancy Gertner) of Saint Louis Park, MN; daughter Anita (David) Schreibman of Maryland; son John Maggitti of Marshfield, and four grandsons. Ann will be interred next to her husband at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. Ann was preceded in death by her parents and husband Vincent Tony Maggitti. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> George L. Wolf [01/06/1921 - 04/27/2013] George L. Wolf, 92 formerly of Chili died on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Bethel Center in Arpin. He had been living at the Delaney House in Pittsville since 2008. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bakerville with Fr. Jim Logan officiating. Burial will be in St. Stephen Cemetery in Chili. Visitations will be from 9:30am Saturday until time of services at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bakerville. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. George was born on January 6, 1921 in the Eckes Settlement, Town of Lincoln, Wood County to Andrew and Matilda (Engles) Wolf. He was united in marriage to Gladys J. Hutter on May 23, 1945 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Bakerville. She sadly passed away on November 19, 1996. George was a dairy farmer in Chili, carpenter and a manager for a cranberry marsh in City Point prior to retirement. George is survived by six sons, James Wolf of Chili, Ron (Sandy) Wolf of Chili, David (Jane) Wolf of Chili, Tom (Joni) Wolf of Wisconsin Rapids, Tony (Diane) Wolf of Chili, John ( Rhonda) Wolf of Chili, three daughters, Susan (Michael) Luebke of Pound, Mary (Dan) Gallichio of New Port Richey, FL, Joan Wolf of Middleton, and a daughter-in-law Deb (Steve)Wolf-Steiner of Stratford; 23 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren. Besides his parents and wife Gladys, he was preceded in death by a son Michael Wolf in 1977, five brothers, Edward, Nick, Joseph, Matthew and Arthur Wolf along with one sister Lucille Stuplich. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Evelyn R. Haines [04/18/1918 - 04/27/2013] Evelyn Rose Haines, 95, of Marshfield, died Saturday, April 27, 2013, at Golden Living Center - Three Oaks where she has been a resident since January of 2006. A private graveside service will be held at Hillside Cemetery in Marshfield. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Evelyn was born April 18, 1918 to Ben and Martha (Meihack) Dux in the township of Grant. She attended Kurth Grade School and graduated in 1937 from Neillsville High School. Before her marriage, she worked as a waitress in Wisconsin Rapids and later worked for the ASC office in Madison. She married Francis Haines on June 4, 1940. Together they owned and operated a dairy, beef, and poultry farm in the township of Grant for 32 years. Evelyn was responsible for caring for 2,000 laying hens and collecting and processing eggs for their egg route in the Marshfield area. They retired to Marshfield in 1972. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church. In retirement, Evelyn and Francis were custodians for the First Presbyterian Church for 18 years. They were also active members of the Senior Citizen's Craft Shoppe making and selling many of their own handcrafted items. Evelyn was an excellent cook. She especially enjoyed baking and trying new recipes. She enjoyed baby-sitting, and loved to sew and knit, and made many items for her family and friends. She is survived by her sons Kenneth (Carina) of Abbotsford; Lloyd of Elk Mound; Byron (Linda) of Orangeville, IL; and daughter, Betty Ann (Jim) Becker of Marshfield. She is further survived by brothers-in-law Glenn (Nita) Haines, Sparta; Eugene Haines, Tomah; sister-in-law Anna Liebzeit, Willard; 10 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Francis, of 71 years. He died Oct. 19, 2011. Also preceding her in death were four sisters-in-law, Rebecca Goeser, Ella Gardner, Val Haines, and Dora Haines; and three brothers-in-law, Alex Goeser, Russell Gardner, and Arvin Liebzeit. The family would like to thank the staff at Three Oaks Golden Living Center for their kindness and wonderful care Evelyn received during her stay. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Darrell M. Passo [11/21/1943 - 04/23/2013] Darrell Passo, 69, of Marshfield died peacefully at home on April 23, 2013 after a valiant battle with gastric cancer. Darrell was born November 21, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN. He was the youngest of two boys born to Sally and Bill Passo. He attended schools in Roseville, MN and later graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Stout in Menomonie, WI in 1965. He married Patricia Hughes on December 18, 1965 in Chippewa Falls, WI. Darrell taught school in Riverside IL for four years then moved to Marshfield and taught Industrial Technology and Driver's Education at the Junior and Senior High for 35 years. He had many outside interests: Curling Club member, Boy Scout leader, bowler, golfer, motorcycle rider, snow mobile and hunter safety instructor, and 43-year member of the Elk's Club. He loved to hunt and fish at his beloved cabin near Woodruff, Wisconsin. Traveling was a favorite activity. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Patricia of Marshfield, three children: Mike Passo (Cheyenne Black) of Bellingham, WA, Kelly Passo-Fasel (Markus Fasel) of Mendota Heights, MN and Adam Passo of New Berlin, WI; and five granddaughters, Alexandra Fasel, Ella Fasel, Kamea Black, Coral Black, and Solstice Black. He leaves one brother David (Gaye) Passo of Prescott, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Sally Passo. The family wishes to thank Ministry Home Hospice for their kindness during Darrell's last days and the many friends and family who have provided much support. Funeral services will be 1pm Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield. Visitations will be from 10am Saturday at Rembs Funeral Home until time of service. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Victor A. Wiesman [01/30/1923 - 04/22/2013] Victor A. Wiesman, 90 of Marshfield, passed away Monday, April 22, 2013 under the tender care of Palliative Care at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Marshfield with Fr. James Logan officiating. Military rites will follow by the VFW Post 6352 of Stratford at the church. Active pallbearers will be his grandsons Brian Schiferl, Andy, Lee and Kurt Zvolena, Cody Kuehnhold and godson Fred Wiesman. Honorary pallbearers will be his granddaughters, Stacy Wiesman, Amy Hanson, Christi Berdan, Alison Hawks, Amber Walsh and Amanda Kuehnhold. Burial will be at a later date in Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be at Rembs Funeral Home from 4 to 8 pm Thursday and again on Friday at 9:30am at the church until service time. A Knights of Columbus Rosary service will be at 6:30 pm, Thursday at the funeral home. He was born January 30, 1923 in Edgar, Wisconsin, the son of Frederick and Theresa (Schoenfuss) Wiesman. Victor grew up on the family dairy farm, one of twelve children. He was drafted into the US Navy during World War II, serving in the South China seas from 1945 to 1946. After his honorable discharge, he worked in Milwaukee before starting his milk hauling career, retiring in 1985. Victor married Rita M. Strigel on November 5, 1952 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Auburndale, WI. They were members of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Stratford where they raised their five daughters. They moved to Marshfield in 1986. He was an avid bowler, enjoyed playing cards, dancing and listening to polka music, and watching the Brewers. He was proud to have gone on the Honor Flight to Washington DC in 2011. Victor was a member for over 55 years and was a past commander of the Stratford VFW Post 6352, a member and usher of Sacred Heart Church, and a KC member. Victor is survived by Rita, his loving wife of 60 years, five daughters, Jeanie Wiesman, Sue Schiferl, both of Marshfield, Cindy (George Brenner) Zvolena, Loyal, Lois (Gary) TeStrake, Marshfield, and Vicki (Matt) Kuehnhold, Auburndale, eleven grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and one due in September. He is also survived by a sister and two brothers, Eleanor (Lavern) Berg of Menomonee Falls, Jim (Irene) Wiesman, and Joe (Elaine) Wiesman both of Wausau, numerous nieces and nephews. Victor was predeceased by his parents, brothers and sisters, Paul, Mark, Ray, Clare and Wilbert Wiesman, Mary Reilly, Josephine Wunsch, Rose Breivogel, and son-in-law, John Zvolena. The family wishes to thank St. Joseph’s Palliative Care, 5 West Rehab, and Golden Living Three Oaks for the care and support given to our husband and father. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Anton "Tony" Younger [03/07/1940 - 04/22/2013] Anton A. “Tony” Younger, 73, Wisconsin Rapids, died on Monday, April 22, 2013 at Renaissance Assisted Living, Wisconsin Rapids with his family by his side. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, April 26, 2013 at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church, Wisconsin Rapids. The family will receive relatives and friends at Our Lady Queen of Heaven Church on Friday from 9:00 am until service time. Military rites will be provided by the American Legion Post 9 of Wisconsin Rapids. His 6 grandchildren will serve as honorary pallbearers. Martens / Rembs Funeral Home, Junction City is assisting the family. Anton was born on March 7, 1940 in Marshfield, the son of Adolph and Eleanor (Engman) Younger. He attended St. Kilian’s parochial school, Blenker and was a 1958 graduate of Auburndale High School. He then entered the United States Marine Corps serving from 1958 until his honorable discharge in 1961. He married Virgean E. Schultz on October 7, 1958 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Auburndale. In August of 1961 Tony became employed at Consoweld Corporation, Wisconsin Rapids for 27 years until its closing. He then became employed at Consolidated Papers, Wisconsin Rapids until his retirement in March of 1998. He was a member of the Wood County Rifle and Pistol Club, the National Rifle Association and the Wisconsin Rapids Police Department Citizens Academy. Tony was extremely proud of his Marine Corps heritage and kept in contact throughout the years with many of his military comrades from around the country. He truly loved his family and thought his great grandchildren were a real bonus. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and most recently shot his first bear accompanied by his sons. He is survived by his wife Virgean and their children, Terry (Beverly) Younger of Ogema, Tom (Jenny) Younger and Tim (Brenda) Younger, all of Wisconsin Rapids. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Stephanie (Mike), Lindsay, Cole, Amy (Vaughan), Billy (Brittni) and Dylan, and 5 great grandchildren, Austin, Payton, Nattie, Eli and Cody. He is further survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother, Dale. In lieu of flowers the family will designate a memorial in Tony’s name. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Alyce H. Mathews [04/13/1943 - 04/22/2013] Alyce H. Mathews, 70 of Marshfield died on Monday evening, April 22, 2013 at her home. Memorial services will be 10am Friday, April 26, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. Family will receive relatives and friends from 9am Friday until time of service at Rembs Funeral Home. Alyce was born on April 13, 1943 in Shawano to Arnold and Dorothy (Georgas) Sersch. She took care of her mother, daughters and granddaughter. She loved her turtle and bird. She is survived by two daughters, Betsy Mathews and Sarah Mathews both of Marshfield, and a granddaughter Casey. She is further survived by one brother Thomas (Karen) Sersch of Marshfield, five sisters, Anola (Greg) Pernsteiner of Medford, Mary (Vince) Weber, Beverly (Bill) Welch, Judy Sersch and Nancy Mathewson all of Marshfield. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Dale, and four brothers, James, Elmer, Arnold, Jr. and Jack Sersch. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Dr. Steven M. Fontanini [03/25/1951 - 04/20/2013] Dr. Steven M. Fontanini, age 62, died peacefully on Saturday, April 20, 2013, surrounded by his loving family after a valiant battle with esophageal/stomach cancer. Dr. Fontanini was born on Easter morning, March 25, 1951, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Joseph and Virginia Fontanini. He was the third of four sons. He grew up in Boone, Iowa where he attended grade school, junior high and graduated from Boone High School in 1969. He was president of his senior class, senior prom king, and captain of his high school baseball team. He then attended Boone Junior College in his home town where he earned athletic and academic scholarships. He then attended Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, where he again earned athletic and academic scholarships and served as captain of his baseball team. Following undergraduate school, he taught junior high school, 9th grade science, 8th grade math and coached girls 8th grade basketball for one year in Washington, Iowa, he was accepted to the College of Osteopathic Medicine & Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1975. After completing medical school, he served a one year D.O. internship at Richmond Heights Hospital in Richmond Heights, Ohio. He then returned to the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa, where he completed the first year of an anesthesia residency in 1979. He enjoyed many different rotations, but switched to the family practice residency at the University of Iowa which he completed in 1981. He then moved to Marshfield, Wisconsin where he practiced in the Dept. of Family Practice at the Marshfield Clinic until January, 2009. He then accepted a position with Ministry Health in Weston, Wisconsin, where he practiced from February, 2009, until he became ill and had to stop working in July, 2012. He is lovingly survived by his wife of 35 years, Carol, of Marshfield, six children: Eugene W. Baker (Terri) of Collierville, Tennessee, Paul Baker (Jennifer) of Mason, Ohio, Patrick Baker (Jennifer) of Mason, Ohio, Gregory Scott Baker (Tom Ward) of Columbus, Ohio: Steven Dante Fontanini of Denver, Colorado and Angela Maria Fontanini of San Diego, California; and eight grandchildren, Kyle, Kaleb, Khloe, Taylor, Morgan, McKayla, Hayden and Brayden. He leaves three brothers, Dennis (Sheryl) Ellenwood of Newland, North Carolina, Joseph (Laurie)Fontanini of St. Charles, Missouri, Richard (Marchelle) Fontanini of Boone, Iowa, and his mother, Virginia Fontanini, of Boone, Iowa, his special friend, Laura Bertram Kibbel and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Fontanini. They family will greet relatives and friends starting at 5pm Friday, April 26, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 1414 West 5th Street Marshfield, WI followed by a Celebration of Life at 6:30pm at which time family friends and patients may share their memories of Dr. Fontanini. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 am Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Fr. Eric Berns Officiating. Visitations will be from 9am on Saturday until time of services at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society/esophageal cancer research.

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]]> Lamont C. Wiese [11/26/1947 - 04/13/2013] Lamont C. Wiese, 65, Marshfield,and formerly of Chetek, died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 13, 2013 in the emergency room of Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield, WI. Lamont was born on November 26, 1947 in New Auburn, WI to Russell and Grace (Bauch) Wiese. He married Betty L. Langman on May 17, 1969 in Rice Lake. Lamont was known for his never ending sense of humor and constant laughter. His interests included pretty much any sport on T.V. and spending time with his family. He is survived by Betty, his loving wife of 43 years, and their children, Kevin Wiese of Minnetonka, MN and Kurt (Lisa) Wiese of Marshfield, WI. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren, Rowan, Ava, Kylee and Cole. He is further survived by his mother, Grace Bauch, a brother, Allan (Jane) Wiese and a sister, Debbie (Brian) Gorman. He was predeceased by his father and a brother Brad Wiese. The family will receive relatives and friends from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. on Wednesday April 17, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield, WI. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Chetek, WI where the family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 10:00 am until service time. Burial will take place in St. Boniface Cemetery, Chetek. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Mary Jane Polum [07/27/1931 - 04/09/2013] Mary Jane Polum, 81 formerly of Junction City, died on Tuesday evening, April 9, 2013 at Ministry St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Monday, April 15, 2013 at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Mill Creek with Fr. John Ofori-Domah officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitations will be from 4-7pm Sunday at the Martens/Rembs Funeral Home in Junction City and again on Monday at the church from 9:30am until service time. There will be a parish rosary service at 4pm Sunday at the funeral home. Mary Jane was born on July 27, 1931 in Stevens Point to Stanley and Regina (Dulak) Raflik. She attended John F. Sims School and St. Joseph Academy in Stevens Point. She was united in marriage to Steve Polum on July 20, 1957 at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Mill Creek. He died on July 17, 2005. After their marriage, they lived in Milwaukee until 1991, when they retired and moved to Junction City. Mary Jane is survived by her children, Allen (Sue Ziebell) Polum of Junction City, James (Julie) Polum of Kronenwetter, Sharon (James) Sabinash of Greenfield, WI and five grandchildren, Stephanie (Devon) Polzar, Benjamin Polum, Andy Sabinash, Casey Sabinash and Emma Polum. She is further survived by four brothers Richard Raflik of Shawano, Raymond (Alice) Raflik of Stevens Point, Dennis (Mary Jane) Raflik of Junction City, Marvin (Karen) Raflik of Lomira, five sisters, Evelyn Rinehart of Goleta, CA, Adrieann Zarecki of Junction City, Philomae Worzella of Stevens Point, Clairann (Dennis) Kaminski of Stevens Point and Adeline (Donald) Mrozek of Junction City. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant brother Anthony, three brothers-in-law, Terry Rinehart, Peter Zarecki and Richard Worzella. Family would like to thank Stevens Point Care Center Staff and St. Michael’s Hospital for the special care of their mother. Also, to the family and friends who visited mom during her stay at the nursing facility. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Ilse M. Bradtke [08/03/1920 - 04/08/2013] Ilse M. Bradtke, age 92, Marshfield, died on Monday, April 8, 2013 at the Marshfield Care Center. Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at Christ Lutheran Church, Marshfield. Rev. Daryn Bahn, Rev. Mark A. Krueger and Rev. Dean Pingel will officiate. Bruce Jensema will be the organist along with Christ Lutheran Church Choir and Immanuel Lutheran Church Choir from Hewitt. Burial will take place in Immanuel Lutheran Church Cemetery in Hewitt. Visitation will be held at the church from noon Saturday until time of the service. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the Bradtke family with the arrangements. Ilse M. Bradtke was born on August 3, 1920 in Leipzig, Germany. She was the daughter of Kurt and Margarete (Hoyer) Staedter. Ilse graduated from Watertown High School in 1937 and was employed at Truax Field for the US Army Corps of Engineers during World War II. Ilse married the Rev. Traugott P. Bradtke on October 30, 1943 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Watertown, WI. Ilse and Pastor Bradtke moved to Marshfield in 1944. She served as the organist for Christ Lutheran Church from 1944 through 1987. She also served as an organist for Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hewitt and was a private piano instructor. Ilse is survived by her two children, David Bradtke of Flower Mound, TX, Susan Bradtke of West Bend, WI, two grandchildren, Andrew (Monica) Bradtke of Round Rock, TX and Christopher Bradtke of San Antonio, TX and two great granddaughters, Abigail Rose and Caroline Ilse Bradtke. She is further survived by a niece Louise Sandwick of Chaska, MN and a nephew John (Deneane) Bradtke of Highland, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband the Rev. T.P. Bradtke. Memorials may be dedicated to the choirs of Christ Lutheran Church, Marshfield or Immanuel Lutheran Church, Hewitt or to the Marshfield Area Community Foundation indicated to benefit the Marshfield Area Pet Shelter fund. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsth.com

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]]> Ruth A. Andres [02/28/1934 - 04/08/2013] Ruth A. Andres, 79, Marshfield, died peacefully with family by her side on Monday, April 8, 2013 at her home under the care of Ministry Home Hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with Rev. James Logan officiating. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Thursday from 9:30 am until service time at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Ruth was born on February 28, 1934 in Stratford, to Harry and Monica (Heaman) Weber and was a 1951 graduate of Stratford High School. She was united in marriage to James A. Andres on October 17, 1953 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford. He died on June 25, 2011. Before and for a time after her marriage Ruth was employed as a sales clerk at Levelles Drug Store. She then was a homemaker and a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She is lovingly survived by 3 daughters, Jill Waldron of Edgar, Jackie (Raymond) Burrill of Marshfield, and Jodie (Steve) Krah of Rice Lake. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Jaime (Lori) Waldron, Jesse (fiancee, Beth Ellingson) and Jory Waldron, Sam and Sawyer Krah, Molly Eiden and Emma and Benjamin Burrill and 3 great grandchildren, Preston Burrill, and Ethan and Jade Waldron. She is further survived by 2 sisters, Arlene Swenson of Marshfield, and Florence (Maynard) Waldner of Eureka, Montana. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a son-in-law, John A. Waldron, and sisters, Annabelle Grassman and Harriet Rhoades. The family will designate a memorial in Ruth’s name at a later date. A mother holds her children’s hands for a while…their hearts forever. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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]]> Leon D. Lutz [11/21/1936 - 04/07/2013] Leon D. Lutz, 76, Marshfield, died unexpectedly on Sunday, April 7, 2013 in the emergency room of Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, April 10, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield. Burial will be held in St. Michael's Cemetery, Hewitt, at a later date. The family will receive relatives and friends at Rembs Funeral Home on Wednesday from 1:00 pm until service time. Leon was born on November 21, 1936 in the Town of Day, Marathon County, to Herbert and Pauline (Kohlbeck) Lutz. He attended Dodge School in the Town of Day, St. John’s Parochial, Marshfield and Marshfield Senior High School. He served in the United States Marine Corps from 1956 until his honorable discharge in the Fleet Marine Force. After his discharge he returned to Marshfield and worked for Weinbrenner Shoe Factory and Weyerhaeuser Company until moving to Chicago. He was employed at Automatic Electric as an inspector of telephone equipment until 1970. He then moved back to Marshfield and worked at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Praschak Machine. He later retired due to ill health. He married Roberta Bastyr in 1967 and she died in June of 1972. He then married Sharon Neises and they later divorced. He is survived by 3 daughters, Dawn (Chris) Campbell of Plover, Heidi (Scott) Ubinger of Wisconsin Rapids, and Shanna (Brad) Halsell of Nekoosa. He is also survived by 8 grandchildren, Jared, Savannah, Brenton, Dylan, Josey, Nathan, Nicholas and Jordyn. He is further survived by his siblings, Jeannette Apfel, Salva Jean “Bootsie” (James) Harris, Donna Jacobs and Carol (Dave) Elliott. He was predeceased by his parents, 5 brothers, Elmer, Eugene, James, Merrill, and Raymond Lutz and 4 sisters, Arlene Anderson, Arvilla Ploog, Lucy Jones and Sylvia Leonard. The family will designate a memorial in Leon’s name at a later date. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com

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