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Kenneth (Ken) LeMoine, 87, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2013, at the House of the Dove in Marshfield, WI.
Ken was born Sept. 5, 1925, in Richland Center, WI, to Hallie and Josie (Young) LeMoine. Ken was the starting quarterback on the record setting Baraboo High School football team that remained unscored upon and undefeated throughout the entire season. This record still stands today. He graduated from Baraboo High School in 1942 and proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years. Ken was a medic on the U.S.S. Wilkes Barre, which was stationed in the Pacific in World War II. Ken married Patsy Ruth Schoenmann on July 23, 1946, in Spring Green, WI.
Ken held various jobs prior to moving to Marshfield, WI, in 1958, where he opened LeMoines Shoes. His store was fondly remembered for its talking mynah bird, Doc, as well as for Kens friendly service and great sense of humor. He also became a part owner of clothing stores Dads and Lads and Country Miss.
Throughout his years in the shoe business, Ken actively served as a deacon at the First Presbyterian Church and a member of the Marshfield Masonic Lodge, the Elks Lodge 665, and the American Legion Post 54. He also served as the president of the Marshfield Dance Club. Ken was an avid hunter, fisherman, and card player. In April of 2011 he had participated in the Never Forgotten Honor Flight
Due to health issues, Ken retired in 1974, and moved to LaValle, WI, where he and Pat enjoyed their home on Lake Redstone. Pat unexpectedly passed away in 1988. Ken then married Carole Olson on October 3, 1992, and returned to live the rest of his retirement years in Marshfield.
He is lovingly survived by his beloved wife, Carole, Marshfield, WI: his sons Lee (Barb) LeMoine, Land O Lakes, WI; Kim (Phyllis) LeMoine, Mosinee, WI, and Gary (Robin) LeMoine, Sugar Camp, WI; step-children Mike (Mary) Olson, Hustisford, WI; Terri (Dan) Lenz, Neillsville, WI; and Kathy Petrovic, Miami, FL. Ken is also survived by 7 grandchildren Laura (John) Magstadt, Rhinelander, WI; Todd (Alexa) LeMoine, San Diego, CA; Jill (John) Koran, Marshfield, WI; Elizabeth LeMoine, Woodbury, MN; Elyse LeMoine, Wausau, WI; Keith LeMoine, Woodbury, MN, and Anna LeMoine, Rhinelander, WI; and 5 step-grandchildren Amy (Scott) Gundrum, Keewaskum, WI: Jessica (Ryan) Braatz, Spring, TX: Chris Olson, Milwaukee, WI; Casey (Kyle) Swensen, Marshfield, WI; and Jake Lenz, Stevens Point, WI. Ken is also survived by13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and one sister, as well as his first wife, Pat.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church, Marshfield, WI, at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Kevin Buchanan will officiate and music will be provided by the Heart of Wisconsin Chorus Sweet Adelines. The family will greet relatives and friends at Rembs Funeral Home from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6th and at First Presbyterian Church an hour before the service on Saturday. Burial will take place in Hillside Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post 54 of Marshfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial funds have been established to benefit the House of the Dove in Marshfield where Ken received excellent care and to Childrens Organ Transplant Association (COTA) for Kayla Jane LeMoine, Kens great-granddaughter who recently received a new heart.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the caring employees of DaVita Dialysis, the phenomenal physicians and staff who cared for Ken at the Marshfield Clinic and St. Josephs Hospital, and the compassionate staff at the House of the Dove. Thanks to all for your love, prayers, and support.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
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Ellen Mary (Urban) Karloske, age 86, of Vesper died August 7, 2013 at Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids.
Ellen was born on July 30, 1927 to Joseph and Louise Urban in Veedum, WI. She graduated from Pittsville High School in 1944. Ellen was joined in marriage to Robert John Karloske on November 29, 1952.They celebrated 60th anniversary November 2012.
Ellen worked at the County Clerks office at the Wood County Courthouse until 1952 and then farmed alongside her husband for over 40 years.
Ellen was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church, Pittsville and WFLA Lodge in City Point, serving as secretary for many years.
Ellen enjoyed serving in many volunteer leadership positions including many years a General Leader for Pleasant Corners 4-H. Ellen took pride in her vegetable and flower gardens and the accomplishments of her children and grandchildren.
She is survived by husband Robert, daughters Joni (Larry) Heilgendorf of LaGrange,KY, Diane (Gerard) Putzer of Appleton, WI, Dawn (Dave) Bizer of Medford, WI and Jill (Jeff) Michaud of Wausau, WI, sisters Louise (Eldon) Engelman and Jean (Milden) Schwanebeck, sisters-in-law Kathleen Urban and Margie Urban, grandchildren, great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by an infant daughter Heidi Joy, her parents, siblings Ann (Elmer) Garrels, Joseph (Manette) Urban Jr., Edward Urban and James Urban, and many nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 2:00pm Sunday August 11, 2013 at St. Johns Lutheran Church, Pittsville. Reverend Terrell J. Schneider will officiate. Friends may call Sunday from 12:30pm until the time of services at the church.
Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home, Pittsville, is in charge of arrangements.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
LaHoma M. Franklin, 80, Marshfield, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Saturday, August 10 at Rembs Funeral Home with Pastor Larry Jones officiating. The family will receive relatives and friends at Rembs Funeral Home on Saturday from 2:00 pm until service time. A memorial service and burial will be held in Preston New York at a later date.
LaHoma was born on June 23, 1933 in Norwich, New York to Frank Eugene and Clarabell Rose (Bowers) Hendrickson. She grew up in New York State and was united in marriage to Erford J. Franklin, Sr. on January 27, 1950 in Norwich, New York. After their marriage the Franklins farmed in New York where their children were born. In 1969 they moved to Wisconsin where they raised their family and continued to farm in the Town of McMillan.
Lahoma enjoyed painting, reading, writing and sewing.
She is survived by her husband, Erford, and their children, Sheryl Lynn (Jerome) Johnson, Erford John II Jack (the late Darlene) Franklin, Karyl Leigh (Walter) Hamelink, Jaye Robert (Kay) Franklin, all of Marshfield, Jeffry Olen (Kay) Franklin of Williamsport, IN, Joel Eugene (Cindy) Franklin of Marshfield, Jordan Owen (Melanie) Franklin of Spencer and Jason Loyal (Jacque) Franklin of Medford. She is also survived by 33 grandchildren, 45 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother, Hayden (Jane) Hendrickson of Apalachin, NY.
She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 sisters, Wilma, Delores and Edith and a daughter-in-law, Darlene.
Memorials may be designated in her name to the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Stephan J. Steve Barrett, 66, Marshfield, died peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, August 9, 2013 at his home.
A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church, Marshfield. Rev. Samuel Martin will officiate and music will be provided by St. Johns Church Funeral Choir. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery where military rites will be conducted. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Rembs Funeral Home and on Wednesday from 9:30 am until service time at St. Johns Catholic Church.
Steve was born on March 26, 1947 in Marshfield, to James and Lynette (Sommers) Barrett. He attended LaCrosse Central High School. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, serving 2 tours of duty during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge he began employment with Mobile Plywood in Cedar Rapids, Iowa and then in Marshfield. He later became employed at Lang Furniture, Marshfield until his retirement in 2008.
Steve was united in marriage to Barbara A. Servais on June 3, 1972 in St. Josephs Ridge.
Steve was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and especially enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife, Barb and their children, Ben (Jen) Barrett of Sun Prairie and Michael (Chandra) Barrett of Stratford. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Jordan, Savannah, Emily, Noah, Keegan and Tori. He is further survived by his mother, Lynette Barrett of Marshfield and his brother, Mark Buzzof Lindsey and his children, Jeremy, Luke, Thad and Hannah, and his brothers and sisters-in-law, Paul (Claire) Servais, Donna (Larry) Clements, Everett (Barb) Servais, Emma Brockman and Bonnie (Charlie) Besch and several other nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father, James, and a brother, Patrick.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to St. Johns Parish, John Paul II Adoration Chapel or Ministry Hospice.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Ernesto Ernie Leal Jr., born October 26, 1932 in Eagle Pass Texas, passed away at his home in Dexterville Wisconsin, with his loving wife Barbara and son Ted at his side. Ernesto married Barbara Diehlmann Steffen on September 23, 1978.
Ernesto proudly served in the 101st Airborne Military division. He was decorated with the National Defense Service Medal; the United Nations Service Medal and the Korean Service Ribbon. He was honorably discharged in April of 1955.
Ernie retired from Mayville Metal after 35 years of service.
Ernie loved trout fishing, hunting and camping trips to Missouri. He had a passion for gardening and planting flowers. His majestic pines were planted with love in memory of his relatives. Ernie enjoyed wood carving and could be found in the well house working on new projects. He especially loved his trips to the casino to play the nickel machines. Many stray animals never worried about finding their forever home with Ernie.
Ernesto is survived by his wife Barbara of 34 years, daughter(s) Cindy Jo (Brian) Jansen, Peggy (Ken) Lee, Jody (Barb) Leal, Carla (Alejandro) Mello, and Paula (Glenn) Mathes, son(s) Theodore Steffen, Danny (Joanne) Leal and Larry (Kelli) Leal. Sixteen grandchildren, Amanda Jo Jansen, Jacob Jansen, Adam Lee, Joseph Lee, Eric Leal, Jason Leal, Nathan Steffen, Ernesto Vaquera, Amanda Vaquera, Briana Mathes, Brooke Mathes, Aaron Steffen, Eric Leal, Megan Leal, Kaitlyn Leal and Joshua Leal. He was honored and blessed to have 16 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his cousin Calistro (Juanita) Terrasas of California. He also is survived by many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents Ernesto and Josephina (Garcia) Leal.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday August 14, 2013 at Buchanan/Rembs Funeral home in Pittsville where the visitation will be held from 11:00 am until service time. The Reverend Todd J. Crawford, close family friend, will be officiating. Burial will follow in the Dexterville cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #153, Pittsville.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Marcella Sally J. Hill, 101, Marshfield, died peacefully on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, August 16, 2013 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Spencer, with Rev. Samuel Martin officiating. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery and grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The visitation will be held on Friday from 9:00 am until service time at Christ the King Church, where a rosary service will be held at 10:45 am on Friday. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Marcella was born on July 11, 1912 in Marshfield, to William and Mary (Heckel) Gessert. She was united in marriage to Glenn F. Hill on July 11, 1939. He died on February 19, 1966.
Sally had been employed at Mid State Cheese Factory, Weinbrenner Shoe Company and retired from V & H Automotive. She was a member of Christ the King Catholic Church and the Parish Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed sewing, embroidering, baking, polka dancing and shaking dice.
She is survived by her children, Anne Krueger of Chicago, Eugene (Nancy) Hill of Marshfield, Kenneth (Carol) Hill of Chili, Mary Hunter of Chicago, Diane (Dave) McGovern of Chicago, and Susan (Ronald) Brun of Marshfield, a son-in-law John Brewer of Chicago and a daughter-in-law, Janice Hill of Marshfield. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. She is further survived by a sister, Marie Miller of Green Bay.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a daughter, Bonnie Brewer, a son Leonard Hill, a granddaughter, Gina Marie Hill, brothers, Peter, Melvin, Raymond, Carl, and Walter Gessert and sisters, Cecelia Schaefer and Gertrude Nachtman.
Memorials may be designated in her name to House of the Dove.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Paul G. Spatz
Paul G. Spatz, 87, of Auburndale, died peacefully Sunday, August 11, 2013, at his home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, August 16, at St. Marys Catholic Church in Auburndale with the Rev. Barnabas Kyeah officiating.
Burial will follow in St. Marys Cemetery. Pallbearers will be nieces and nephews Lucille Schill, Jean Pumper, Paul Severt, Ronald Spatz, John T. Specht, and Paul Haffenbredl.
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until service time on Friday at the church.
He was born on May 11, 1926, to William R. and Elizabeth R. (Seidl) Spatz in Schofield. Shortly after, his family settled in Auburndale. He attended White Oak country school. He spent his entire life in Auburndale except for the cumulative year that he lived at deer camp in Tripoli. He was united in marriage to Eulalia (Jane) Beaver on October 22, 1946, at St. Marys Catholic Church. Paul started working for the local feed mill in 1944, and managed feed mills in the Auburndale area for over 45 years.
He was a member of St. Marys Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus Christ the King Council #4646 of Junction City, the Holy Name Society, and the Auburndale Village Board. He was a charter member and assistant chief of the Auburndale Joint Fire Department. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved fishing, hunting, gardening, and berry picking.
Paul is survived by his wife, Jane; daughter, Sue (Paul) Spatz Boehning of Marshfield, son, John (Elaine) Spatz of Auburndale, 4 grandchildren Jordan Spatz, Steven Boehning, Rebecca Boehning, and Marissa Spatz. He is further survived by two brothers, Peter Spatz of Wisconsin Dells;, LeRoy (Dorothy) Spatz of Sheboygan Falls; a sister Annette (Peter) Beaver of Milladore; a sister-in-law Roslyn Spatz of Loyal.
He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Eleanor Severt, and brother Charles Spatz.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Ella L. Rapp, 88, Marshfield, died peacefully with family by her side on Sunday, August 11, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Marshfield, with Rev. Chris Schwanz officiating. Burial will follow in Hillside Cemetery. The visitation will be held on Wednesday from 9:00 am until service time at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Ella was born on September 29, 1924 in Colby, Wisconsin, to Frank Sr. and Esther (Werth) Hass. As a young lady she was employed in domestic work in Marshfield and also worked at the egg plant. During World War II she was employed at Roddis Plywood where she assembled airplane wings for the war effort. She was united in marriage to Elmer F. Rapp on May 19, 1945 in Colby. He died on June 26, 1990.
Ella enjoyed crocheting and especially loved being with and cooking for her children and grandchildren. She was very active in the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and served as commander of the group.
She is survived by 2 daughters and 2 sons, Sandy (Maynard) Tremelling of Spencer, Betty Herdina of West Bend, Kenneth (Mary) Rapp of Kaukauna, and Randy (Terri) Rapp of Wisconsin Rapids. She is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is further survived by 2 brothers and a sister, Frank Hass of LaCrosse, Norman Meinke of Stetsonville, and Gertrude (John) Alexander of Medford.
She was predeceased by her parents, her stepfather, Carl Meinke, and brothers, Roland and Rueben Hass.
Memorials may be designated in her name to the Disabled American Veterans in Marshfield.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Gertrude M. Becker, 90, Junction City, died on Monday, August 5, 2013 at Portage County Health Care Center.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, August 16, 2013 at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Junction City, with Rev. John Ofori-Domah officiating.
Gertrude was born on February 18, 1923 in Saxon, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Lisa (Anderson) Wiercinski. She married Donald J. Becker on April 22, 1943 in Saxon. He died on April 19, 2005.
Gertrude had been employed at FS Co-op in Junction City, and Del Monte Corporation, Stevens Point. She also waitressed in Hurley and Portage, Wisconsin.
She is survived by her children, Jim Becker of Lynn, MA, Judy (Jim) Mayek of Junction City and Janice (Fred) Brandl of Lynn, MA. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is further survived by a sister, Doris McGlinn of Saxon, WI.
She was predeceased by her parents, a son, Joseph, 5 brothers, and 4 sisters.
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Carolee Ruhnke (nee Kellogg), beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away at her Marshfield home, surrounded by her family, on Aug. 15. 2013, following a brief battle with cancer.
Carolee was born Oct. 28, 1942 to Arthur and Alicemae Kellogg in Sheboygan, where she was raised along with her younger brother John (Jack). She attended Sheboygan South High School and Spencerian Business College.
She married Tom McCormick in 1966 and they had three daughters, Deirdre, Sara and Cathy.
She married Doug Ruhnke on June 16, 1979, the luckiest day of his life.
Carolee worked as a newspaperwoman in Wisconsin for much of her adult life, first at the West Bend News, where Doug also worked. After moving to Marshfield in 1985, she worked at the Marshfield News-Herald. When she retired from the News-Herald full-time, she continued to write her popular column, Friends and Neighbors, until illness forced her to stop. Her final column was published in the newspaper on June 24, 2013 and can be read along with her other columns online in the newspapers archives www. Marshfieldnewsherald.com.
She is survived by Doug, her husband of 34 years, and her three married daughters and sons-in-law: Deirdre McCormick and Jim Cole of Peshtigo; Sara McCormick and Walter (Scott) Bischoff of Marshfield; and Cathy and Erik Nieman of Centreville, Virginia. Also surviving her are four grandchildren McCormick Cole, Samantha McCormick Bischoff, Tyler Robert Nieman and Brayden Lee Nieman as well as her brother and sister-in-law, Jack and Gayle Kellogg.
A memorial service will be held at 12:00 pm on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home, 300 S. Oak Ave., Marshfield, where the family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday from 10:00 am until service time. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to the Ministry Health Care Hospice for their compassionate care.
Family and friends and acquaintances will remember Carolee as a woman of wry wit and generous disposition.
She loved people and a lively party. She also loved music and dancing. She and Doug were known to dance in the aisles of supermarkets if a song came on that they liked. Throughout their marriage, they were habitual hand holders who kissed each other when they said hello or goodbye and whenever they just plain felt like it a fact that used to make the girls squirm.
At holidays, the Ruhnke house was filled with family and guests. If Carolee knew of someone who didnt have a place to be or family to be with on holidays, there was sure to be an extra plate set at the table for her orphans.
She had the Irish love for a good yarn and told her daughters that no matter what good, bad or strange turns life took, it would always make a fine story in the end.
Like the time she woke up early to start cooking the Thanksgiving turkey, which was thawing in the basement. The rest of the household woke up to her shouting, Where in the hell is the #&% turkey! It was a rare use of that sort of language by Carolee and enough to bring Doug hustling down the stairs half asleep to assist in the hunt.
She loved her grandchildren and her garden, nurturing both with care. She also used her spare time to give back to the community she loved. As a volunteer, she helped Hispanic women learn English through the Literacy Council of Wood County. Through Big Brothers Big Sisters she mentored young children. The ladies she helped to learn our culture and language shared their traditions with her in return. The children she mentored were amazed by her ability to read from papers that were upside down.
Those who knew and loved her best describe her as strong but bendable, fun and funny, accepting and forgiving. They use words such as sassy, upbeat, encouraging and outgoing. The word most often used is loving.
The world is a better place for Carolee having passed through it and those who crossed her path are better for the experience.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Robert L. Konig, age 97 of Stevens Point, died on Friday, August 16, 2013 at Oakridge Living Center in Stevens Point where he had resided for the past 4 years. Funeral services will be held at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, August 19, 2013 with Pastor Gail Sowell officiating. Family and friends may call one hour before the time of service at the funeral home.
Bob was born on February 12, 1916 in Long Island, NY. As a child, the family moved to New Orleans and then to Milwaukee, where he attended Hartford and Riverside Schools.
On July 11, 1981, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Milwaukee, Bob married Catherine (Specht) who survives. After his education he worked on elevators for Wisconsin Door Systems, subcontracting to Otis Elevator. Bob and his brother, Vincent also co-owned and operated a coffee delivery business. Bob had a great love of airplanes and flying. He built several homemade planes.
In addition to his wife Catherine, survivors include a son, Robert of Green Bay, WI; a step-daughter, Maria Giannattasio and step-granddaughter, Sarah Aumann, three sister-in-laws, Margie of Scottsdale, AZ; Lois of Mequon, WI; and Marge of Grafton, WI.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Judith Braun, three brothers, Vincent, William and Kenneth, and his sister Alice.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Urban A. Pecher 76 of Marshfield died on Sunday evening August 18, 2013 with his family at his side at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital in Marshfield.
Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Thursday, August 22, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church with Fr. Jesse Burish officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Marshfield. Military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post #54 of Marshfield following the Mass at the cemetery.
Family will receive relatives and friends at Rembs Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4-7pm and again on Thursday at the church from 9:30am until Mass time. There will be a combined rosary service by the Knights of Columbus and Parish at 6:30pm Wednesday at Rembs Funeral Home.
Urban was born on December 4, 1936 in Athens to George and Mary (Felzkowski) Pecher. He was united in marriage to Janet A. Sulzer on July 25, 1959 at St. Marys Catholic Church in Marathon.
He served in the active Wisconsin National Guard from Oct. 1961 until August 1962. Urban started with Roddis Plywood and retired from Weyerhaeuser Company after 46 years.
Urban enjoyed fishing, deer hunting, card playing and spending time with family and friends.
Urban is survived by his loving wife, Janet, children Mark (Susan) Pecher of Pleasant Prairie, Carrie Pecher of Chicago and Shelli (Mark) Sternweis of Marshfield; six grandchildren, Alesha (Lucas) Neitzke, Michael Pecher, Christina Martin, Michael Martin, Casey Sternweis and Andrew Sternweis and two great grandchildren, Ava and Jordan. He is further survived by two brothers Clem (Grace) Pecher of Marshfield, Duane ( Pat) Pecher of Stetsonville; two sisters Rose (Harvey) Soczka of Edgar and Pat (Jim) Miller of Dorchester.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
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Virginia J. Hollar 82 of Milladore died peacefully on Sunday, August 18, 2013 at her home with her family at her side.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am Friday, August 23, 2013 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Milladore with Fr. John Ofori-Domah officiating. Music will be be provided by Catherine Warneke as organist along with St. Wenceslaus Senior Choir. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Visitations will be from 4-8pm Thursday at the Martens/Rembs Funeral Home in Junction City and again on Friday at the church from 10am until service time.
Virginia was born on May 15, 1931 to John and Regina (Katzmarek) Weyer in the town of Carson, Portage County.
She was married to Joseph C. "Sandy" Gebert on August 26, 1954 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church until the time of his death on March 8, 1968.
She then was united in marriage to Donald B. Hollar on February 7, 1970 at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church in Milladore. He sadly passed away on October 7, 2011.
Virginia worked at Preway, Leszewski Potatoes, Figis and Ore Ida Foods before spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her and Donald enjoyed their travels worldwide, especially the winters in New Mexico.
Virginia is survived by her children James (Phyllis) Gebert of Rudolph, Lynn (Phillip) Linzmeier of Milladore, William (Deb) Gebert of Arpin, Michael (Mary) Gebert of Mosinee, Robert (Sheri Vanish) Gebert of Fifield, Raymond (Georgia) Gebert of Blenker, Ronald Gebert of Medford and Daniel Hollar of Milladore; 16 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She is further survived by one sister Elsie Schnowske of Wausau.
Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her two husbands Joseph and Donald, daughter-in-law Catherine Gebert and two brothers-on-law Marvin and Roman.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Bernice L. Gessert, 93 of Marshfield died on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at her home on South Adams Avenue.
Funeral services will be 10:30am Monday, August 26, 2013 at Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield with Fr. Jim Logan officiating. Burial will take place next to husband Walter at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Marshfield.
Visitations will be from 9:30am Monday until service times at Rembs Funeral Home.
Bernice was born on June 17, 1920 to Louis and Minnie (Polizin) Leisinger in Sioux Falls, SD. She was the youngest of eleven children. Her mother was killed in a farming accident when she was 5 years old. After graduating from Sioux Falls High School she moved to Marshfield with her father at the age of 17.
She was united in marriage to Walter J. Gessert on October 22, 1943 at Fort Scott, Kansas. He passed away on December 10, 2008.
Bernice worked at Weinbrenner Shoe Company for 20 years and at Weyerhaeuser Company for another 20 years before retiring. She enjoyed doing cross word puzzles, going for car rides, playing cards and spending time with family and friends.
Bernice is survived by her sister-in-law, Marie Miller of Green Bay, nieces Pat Gessert of Marshfield, Carolyn (Ken) Hill of Chili and numerous other nieces and nephews
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by 5 brothers and 5 sisters.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Lee A. Hokenson 62 of Marshfield died unexpectedly Thursday, August 22, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital in Marshfield.
Memorial services will be 11am Saturday, August 31, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield with Rev. Gail Sowell offciating.
Family will receive relatives and friends from 9:30am Saturday until time of services at Rembs Funeral Home.
Lee was born on January 2, 1951 in Watertown,Minnesota to Arthur and Audrey Hokenson.
He was united in marriage to Cynthia S. Dankemyer on July 22, 1978 at Christ Lutheran Church in Chili.
Lee is survived by his wife Cynthia, children Christopher Hokenson of Chili and Kayla Hokenson of Marshfield and his mother Audrey Hokenson of Marshfield. He is further survived by a brother Bruce Hokenson of Marshfield.
Lee played softball, participated in snowmobile racing, and enjoyed tractor and truck pulls. He loved going to dairy breakfasts and his John Deere Tractors. He was the happiest working on his farm and loving his family.
He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur.
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Dorothy M. Wolf, 95 of Marshfield died on Friday morning, August 23, 2013 at the House of The Dove in Marshfield.
Memorial services will be 11am Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at the Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home in Pittsville. Burial will be in Mound Cemetery, Pittsville.
Visitations will be on Tuesday from 10am until time of service at the Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home in Pittsville.
Dorothy was born on January 15, 1918 in Pittsville to Albert and Mabel (Janicke) Busjahn. She was united in marriage to Walter Wolf Sr. on September 24, 1937 in Clinton, IA. He sadly passed away on June 20, 1983.
She and her husband farmed in the town of Wood for over 20 years after returning from Spokane, WA where Walter worked in the ship yards. After selling the farm, they moved to the town of Dexter and lived there until Dorothy moved to Marshfield in 2010.
Dorothy enjoyed gardening, flowers, knitting, crocheting, needlepoint, feeding and watching birds.
She is survived by her children, Barbara (Carl) Jagodzinski of Wisconsin Rapids, Alice (Harold) Gaier of Neillsville, Walter (LaVerne) Wolf, Jr. of Pittsville, Ray (Tomeko) Wolf of Wisconsin Rapids, Wayne Wolf of Wisconsin Rapids, Roger Wolf of Pittsville, Kate (Bob) Peters of Pittsville, David (Sue) Wolf of Pittsville, Larry (Jan) Wolf of Pittsville and Ron (Kris) Wolf of Pittsville; 27 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.
Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by an infant son Charles, two granddaughters Lori Wolf and Cindy Davis, two sisters and one brother.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the House of The Dove.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Ardell A."Ardie" Guldan 76 formerly of Ogema died on Sunday morning, August 25, 2013 at the Harmony Assisted Living Home in Wisconsin Rapids, where she had resided for the past year and a half.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Friday, August 30, 2013 at St. James Catholic Church in Vesper with Fr. James Logan officiating. Burial will be in St. Andrews Cemetery, Rozellville with her granddaughters as pallbearers.
Visitations will be from 4-8pm Thursday at the Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield and again on Friday at the church form 9:30am until time of service.
Ardie was born on November 1, 1936 to Mike and Sophia (Pankratz) Hartl in Marshfield. She attended St. Josephs School in Hewitt and later obtained her GED.
She was united to Robert H. Guldan on May 14, 1956 in Marshfield. Bob sadly passed away on March 17, 2007.
Ardie worked in the home health care area for years and there was no job she wasnt willing to try. She and her sister Irene had completed some interesting tasks.
She enjoyed cake decorating, wedding flowers, nature, gardening, antique collector and attending her grandchildrens events.
She is survived by her five children and 12 grandchildren, Brian (Renae) Guldan of Wisconsin Rapids,whose children are Bronson, Brooke and Samantha; Mike (Kathy) Guldan of Wheatland, WY, their daughter Kendra Pullen; Beth (Jeff) Kissinger of Vesper, their children Justin Kissinger, BreAnn Koeshall, and Colton Kissinger; Tim (Lisa) Guldan of Nekoosa, their children Alicia, , Dalyn and Aftyn Guldan, Tyler Hendricksen; Rob Guldan of Wisconsin Rapids and his daughter Natosha Guldan and 15 great grandchildren.She is further survived by her sister Diane Mouradian of West Allis.
Besides her parents and husband Bob, she was preceded in death by three infant sons, three sisters, Melda Kromenaker, Irene Wunrow and Marion Varsho and one brother Ralph Fredricks.
I believe there is a time for everything so I ask for you to set me free. I look forward to my journey because I know you will walk with me.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Valerian J. Larry Throener, 72, Chili, died on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield.
Larry was born on August 19, 1941 in West Point, NE to Anton and Ann (Chudomelka) Throener. He was a graduate of Guardian Angels High School in West Point. After his education he served in the United States Navy on the USS Whetstone as an electrician. After his honorable discharge he was employed in steel erection for 17 years in several states and concluded his employment by working at Weyerhaeuser / Marshfield Door Systems for 23 years until he and his wife retired together in 2006. He liked to tell people they walked out together holding hands.
He was united in marriage to Alona D. Day on May 4, 1969 in Oskaloosa, IA.
Larry loved to watch and film the wildlife from his deck and enjoyed feeding the chipmunks by hand. He was also an avid sports fan.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Alona (Day) and their son Cole. He is also survived by his sister and brother-in-law, Judy Anderson (Roger Ostlund), and his brother and sister-in-law, Dan (Karen) Throener.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Terrance, Darrell and Lauren, his father and mother-in-law, Clifford and Ruth Day and a brother-in-law, Jerry (Jody) Day.
Rembs Funeral Home of Marshfield, WI is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
James Martin 55 of Marshfield died on Wednesday morning August 28, 2013 at his home.
There will be no visitations or funeral services for Jim.
There will be a gathering of family and friends at the Marshfield Eagles Club on Oak Avenue, Marshfield starting 11:00am Saturday, September 7, 2013 for a luncheon.
He was born on November 10, 1957 in Marshfield to Melvin and Almira (Strebe) Martin.
Jim was united in marriage to Laurie J. Beisner on December 29, 1978 in Marshfield.
He loved his family and was a wonderful husband, father and grandpa.
Jim is survived by his wife Laurie, three children, Jedidiah (Cari) Martin of Marshfield, Joseph (Jamie) Martin of Arpin, and Jennifer (Geno) Martin of Marshfield; five grandchildren, Jackson, Oliver, Ben, Cooper and Sophia. He is further survived by two sisters Susan (Duke) Jacobson and Nancy Martin both of Marshfield.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Michael, sister in infancy, Mary Ann and a sister-in-law Karen Martin.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Kenneth (Ken) LeMoine, 87, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2013, at the House of the Dove in Marshfield, WI.
Ken was born Sept. 5, 1925, in Richland Center, WI, to Hallie and Josie (Young) LeMoine. Ken was the starting quarterback on the record setting Baraboo High School football team that remained unscored upon and undefeated throughout the entire season. This record still stands today. He graduated from Baraboo High School in 1942 and proudly served in the U.S. Navy for four years. Ken was a medic on the U.S.S. Wilkes Barre, which was stationed in the Pacific in World War II. Ken married Patsy Ruth Schoenmann on July 23, 1946, in Spring Green, WI.
Ken held various jobs prior to moving to Marshfield, WI, in 1958, where he opened LeMoines Shoes. His store was fondly remembered for its talking mynah bird, Doc, as well as for Kens friendly service and great sense of humor. He also became a part owner of clothing stores Dads and Lads and Country Miss.
Throughout his years in the shoe business, Ken actively served as a deacon at the First Presbyterian Church and a member of the Marshfield Masonic Lodge, the Elks Lodge 665, and the American Legion Post 54. He also served as the president of the Marshfield Dance Club. Ken was an avid hunter, fisherman, and card player. In April of 2011 he had participated in the Never Forgotten Honor Flight
Due to health issues, Ken retired in 1974, and moved to LaValle, WI, where he and Pat enjoyed their home on Lake Redstone. Pat unexpectedly passed away in 1988. Ken then married Carole Olson on October 3, 1992, and returned to live the rest of his retirement years in Marshfield.
He is lovingly survived by his beloved wife, Carole, Marshfield, WI: his sons Lee (Barb) LeMoine, Land O Lakes, WI; Kim (Phyllis) LeMoine, Mosinee, WI, and Gary (Robin) LeMoine, Sugar Camp, WI; step-children Mike (Mary) Olson, Hustisford, WI; Terri (Dan) Lenz, Neillsville, WI; and Kathy Petrovic, Miami, FL. Ken is also survived by 7 grandchildren Laura (John) Magstadt, Rhinelander, WI; Todd (Alexa) LeMoine, San Diego, CA; Jill (John) Koran, Marshfield, WI; Elizabeth LeMoine, Woodbury, MN; Elyse LeMoine, Wausau, WI; Keith LeMoine, Woodbury, MN, and Anna LeMoine, Rhinelander, WI; and 5 step-grandchildren Amy (Scott) Gundrum, Keewaskum, WI: Jessica (Ryan) Braatz, Spring, TX: Chris Olson, Milwaukee, WI; Casey (Kyle) Swensen, Marshfield, WI; and Jake Lenz, Stevens Point, WI. Ken is also survived by13 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, and one sister, as well as his first wife, Pat.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church, Marshfield, WI, at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Kevin Buchanan will officiate and music will be provided by the Heart of Wisconsin Chorus Sweet Adelines. The family will greet relatives and friends at Rembs Funeral Home from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 6th and at First Presbyterian Church an hour before the service on Saturday. Burial will take place in Hillside Cemetery where military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post 54 of Marshfield.
In lieu of flowers, memorial funds have been established to benefit the House of the Dove in Marshfield where Ken received excellent care and to Childrens Organ Transplant Association (COTA) for Kayla Jane LeMoine, Kens great-granddaughter who recently received a new heart.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the caring employees of DaVita Dialysis, the phenomenal physicians and staff who cared for Ken at the Marshfield Clinic and St. Josephs Hospital, and the compassionate staff at the House of the Dove. Thanks to all for your love, prayers, and support.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Alice R. Liebe, 83, Junction City, died peacefully on Friday, September 6, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital Palliative Care.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday September 12, 2013 at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Junction City, with Rev. John Ofori-Domah officiating. Burial will take place in the parish Cemetery. The visitation will be held from 9:45 am on Thursday until service time at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Junction City. Martens / Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Alice was born on October 20, 1929 in the Town of Eau Pleine, Portage County, to Ernest and Laura (Pendlewski) Smrz. She attended White Lily School in the Town of Eau Pleine and P.J. Jacobs High School in Stevens Point. She was united in marriage to Daniel A. Liebe on June 14, 1947 at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Junction City. He died on February 23, 2005.
The Liebes were lifelong dairy farmers in Junction City. Alice also was employed as a nurses aide at St. Michaels Hospital, Stevens Point. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting and animals.
She is survived by a son, Edward (Debra) Liebe, a daughter, Joyce (Chester) Plaski, and grandchildren, Wayne (Kelly) Plaski, and Jennifer (Steve) Kurzinski, all of Junction City. She is also survived by great grandchildren, Nick and Noah Plaski and Kassandra and Emily Kurzinski. She is further survived by 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Eugene (Jeanette) Smrz of Plover, Audrey (Wesley) Spreda of Stevens Point, Carol Schwobe of Oshkosh, and James (Mary Ann) Smrz of Stevens Point and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and sisters, Elizabeth Bahr, Marjorie Singer and Sylvia Berndt.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com