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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, Annas 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. Josephs 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 Michaels 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 YMCAs 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) OReilly and their sons, Jonathon and Nicholas, Matthew (Heather) OReilly, 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. Vincents 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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John J. Reigel, 51, Marshfield, Died on Sunday, May 19, 2013 in the Emergency Room of Ministry St. Josephs 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
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. Johns 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
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, Annas 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. Josephs 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 Michaels 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 YMCAs 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) OReilly and their sons, Jonathon and Nicholas, Matthew (Heather) OReilly, 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. Vincents 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
Joseph A. Finamore, 89 of Marshfield passed away on Saturday evening, May 25, 2013 at the House of The Dove under the care of Ministry Home Hospice.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Friday, May 31, 2013 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Sebastian Venni officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield.
Family will receive relative and friends from 9:30am Friday until time of service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Condolences may be made at www.rembsfh.com
Vera F. Herman, 93 of Marshfield died on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs 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. Michaels 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
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. Kilians Catholic Church in Blenker with Fr. Peter Raj officiating. Doris Mielke and Judy Meyer will provide the music for her service. Burial will be in the church cemetery followed by a lunch at the school.
Visitations will begin at 9am Thursday at St. Kilians 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. Kilians 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 Kilians 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
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
Joseph Ken Specht, 91, Marshfield, died unexpectedly of a brain hemorrhage on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs 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. Josephs Palliative Care and special thanks Kens nurse, Karen for the wonderful care during his last hours.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
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 Elizabeths name to Sacred Heart Parish or Marshfield Care Center.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Theresa L. Kuehl, 44, Pittsville, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 3, 2013 at her home.
A celebration of Theresas 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
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. Johns 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 Figis.
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
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 50s 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 womens 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 daughters 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. Its 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
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.
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
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
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. Josephs 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. Josephs 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. Josephs 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. Josephs 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. Josephs 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
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