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Judith A. Watson, 75, Marshfield, died with her loving family by her side on Saturday, September 21, 2013, at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Bakerville, with Rev. Sebastian Venni officiating. Burial will take place in the parish Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be Don, Rick, and Jeff Toldness, Billy Watson, Jim Schreiner and Don Stoiber. Honorary pallbearer will ne John White, Sr. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 8:30 am until service time at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Judy was born on September 30, 1937 in Mellen, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Alvina (Pregant) Polencheck and was a graduate of Mellen High School. She married Raymond L. Watson on March 4, 1957 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Mellen. He died on January 29, 1999.
Judy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.She was a lifelong and very active member of Corpus Christi Parish and the Parish Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, especially decorating birthday cakes for her family. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, and knitting. She was an avid Brewers and Packers fan, particularly an Aaron Rodgers fan.
She is survived by 4 daughters and 2 sons, RaeAnne (David) Mueller of Mellen, Glenda Humphrey of Marshfield, Susan (Ronald) Dix of Marshfield, Tom (Kari) Watson of Chili, Kimberly (Randall) Schrage of Marshfield, and Michael Watson of DeForest. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Tiffany (Keith) Hainz, Ashley (Cody) Vruwink, Larry (Insook) Faus, Nick (Jaime) Faus, Jesse Humphrey, Jason Humphrey, Jordan Watson, Sophie Watson, Lauren Schrage, Olivia Schrage, and Bryce Watson and 8 great grandchildren, Austin and Aidan Mueller, Addison June, Skylar and Kylie Hainz, Kyliah and Brielle Vruwink and Lorelai Faus. She is further survived by a special friend Bill Watson of Marshfield.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, an infant son, Matthew John Watson, a brother, Joseph Polencheck, II, and a sister, Delores Toldness.
The family will designate a memorial in Judys name at a later date.
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
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Darold L. Ubinger, 74, Vesper, died early on Sunday morning, September 8, 2013 surrounded by family, at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital Palliative Care, Marshfield.
Private family services will be held. Buchanan / Rembs Funeral Home, Pittsville is assisting the family.
Darold was born on October 9, 1938 in Vesper, to Ora and Ann (Daane) Ubinger. He farmed in the Town of Hanson his entire life. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially loved his cats.
Darold is survived by 2 brothers and 2 sisters, Jean Langer of Wisconsin Rapids, Ronald (Linda) Ubinger of Marshfield, and JoAnn (Toby) Keen, and Larry Ubinger, all of Wisconsin Rapids. He is also survived by 2 sisters-in-law, Nancy Ubinger and Dorothy Ubinger, both of Wisconsin Rapids and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents, 3 brothers, Howard, LaVerne and Ken Ubinger, a sister, Eleanor Joosten, 2 sisters-in-law, Edith Ubinger and Karen Ubinger and 2 brothers-in-law, Coney Joosten and Chuck Langer.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Elaine Joyce Booth, 93 passed away in her sleep on Friday, September 13th 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
She was born May 27th 1920 in Granton, WI to Bert and Edith (Sparks) Todd. She grew up and graduated in 1937 in Granton. She went to a two year teachers college at Wood County Normal. She taught grade school in one room country schools in the Chili area until her marriage to Wayne Booth, September 11th 1943 in Sherwood, Wisconsin. He sadly passed away on September 25, 2005.
Elaine and Wayne farmed in the Cumberland, Plainfield and Chili Areas for 45 years before moving into Chili. After her husband Wayne passed away she spent her last 8 years in an apartment in Marshfield, living independently.
She loved having family around her, and was happy to be caring for them. When she was younger she loved spending time in the garden and doing yard work. In her later years she enjoyed reading and watching videos and writing stories about her family life and spending time with her great-grand children, and her great-great-grandson. She had strong Christian Faith and loved doing things for her Lord.
She is survived by daughter Gayle (Bruce) Kemnitz, grandchildren Dwayne (Margaret) Booth, Danise (Steve) Taylor, Dan (Bobbie)Booth and Kathy Kemnitz, grandson-in-law Eric Licciardi, great-grandchildren Rick (Melissa) Pahl, Lisa (Karl) Krievins, Katie (Eric) Heiden, Elizabeth, Rebekah and Hannah Taylor, Caleb and Gideon Smith and great-great grandson Mason Heiden. She is further survived by her sisters Maxine (Lyle) Cattanach, Rebecca Mueller, sisters-inlaw Mavis Todd, Ruthie Todd and Lucille Wood, and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Wayne Booth, son Darryl, and grand daughter Kristy Licciardi, parents Bert and Edith Todd, sister Mildred and brother-in-law Lyle Cary, brothers Bob and Russell Todd and brother-in-law Ed Mueller, in-laws Lavern and Clifford Larson, Russell and Wilma Booth, Francis Wood and Silas Booth Jr.
Visitation are planned for Sunday the September 15th from 1:00 pm. to 6:00pm at Rembs Funeral Home Marshfield and again on Monday at Our Fathers House in Chili from 10:00am until time of service.
Memorial services will be 11:00am Monday, September 16, 2013 at Our Fathers House, Chili with Pastor Ron Johnson officiating. Graveside services at Yolo Cemetery followed by a luncheon at the church.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
David L. Wolfe, 85 of rural Junction City died at his home on Friday, September 13, 2013 with his family at his side.
Funeral services will be 11am Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Junction City with Rev. Dr. Timothy W. Roser officiating. Burial will be in Runkel Cemetery, town of Eau Pleine, Portage County with his grandchildren as pallbearers.
Visitations will be from 4-8pm Tuesday at the Martens/Rembs Funeral Home in Junction City and again on Wednesday at the church from 10am until service time.
David was born in Junction City on August 15, 1928 to Jesse and Meta (Borth) Wolfe. He attended Wolfe School near his home.
He was united in marriage to Velma A. Hanson on June 23, 1951 at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in Junction City.
In his early years, he hauled canned milk for area farmers, drove truck for the township and helped bury telephone lines to eliminate party lines. David farmed his entire life in the town of Eau Pleine and enjoyed hunting and playing Santa Claus for various functions and parades.
He is survived by his wife Velma, children Connie Peplinski of Stevens Point, Sandra Waltenberg of Mosinee June (Allen) Hogan of Junction City, and Elizabeth (Gene) Sprague of Junction City; 12 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
He is further survived by his brother Howard Wolfe of Plover.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son LeRoy, granddaughter Linda Waltenberg, son-in-law David Peplinski and a sister-in-law Johanna Wolfe.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Richard M. "Dick" Scheuer, 85 of Marshfield passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital.
Richard was born January 16, 1928 to Arthur and Erma (Wagner) Scheuer in Marshfield. He went to St. Johns Catholic School and graduated from Marshfield Senior High School. He was involved in the 4-H Club and FFA. After graduation he went to the Agriculture Short Course in Madison, WI.
While serving in the Navy as secretary, he came home on leave to be united in marriage to Dolores G. Weigel on May 13, 1952 at St. Johns Catholic Church. After discharge he came home to farm. He enjoyed getting together with his brother and sisters. He enjoyed playing sheepshead & smear with the card club for over 55 years. After retirement he enjoyed traveling with family and friends. He always enjoyed a good party.
Richard was very involved in politics, whether during family get-togethers, or as town clerk for McMillan Township, or serving on the board for Marathon County for 20 years.
He was involved in the Equity Livestock Board, member of the board for Central City Credit Union. He was very involved with the Lions Club of Rozelleville serving as club treasurer for 16 years.
After retiring he worked at the University Extension. He was very involved in the Central Wisconsin State Fair as superintendent of the Poultry Barn. He started the tradition of auctioning off The Goose with the Golden Egg during the market animal sale to raise money for the fair.
Richard is lovingly survived by his wife, Dolores, and seven children, Larry Scheuer of Marshfield, Duane (Delores) Scheuer of Marshfield, Linda Langman of Palm Desert, CA, Debra (Tom) Sinn of Chili, Rick Scheuer of Marshfield, Mark Scheuer of Marshfield, Cheryl (Dave) Swensen of Auburndale. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Nicholas & Gregory Scheuer, Kelly (Tom) Silbernagel & Michelle Sinn, Eric & Ryan Langman, Aaron Swensen, two great-granddaughters, Emma & Addison. Richard is further survived by six sisters, Marjorie Oppman of Marshfield, Lou (Philip) Hein of Stratford, Florence (Merlin) Lindow of Neillsville, Carol (John) Schultz of Rozellville, Shirley Mounce of Winona, MN, Joyce (John) Kilty of Phillips and one brother, Robert Scheuer of Marshfield.
Richard was predeceased in death by one brother, Jerome and one sister, Mildred and a sister-in-law Kay Scheuer.
In lieu of flowers, a scholarship will be set up at a later date.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30am Thursday, September 19, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church in Marshfield with Fr. Sam Martin officiating. Burial will be in Gate of Heaven Cemetery with military rites by the American Legion Post # 54 of Marshfield.
Visitations will be from 4-7pm Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home and again on Thursday at the church from 9:30am until service time. There will be a combined rosary service at 6:30pm on Wednesday at Rembs with the Parish and Knights of Columbus.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Marian L. Burggraf, 88, Stratford, died on Monday, September 16, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at St. Josephs Catholic Church, Stratford, with Rev. John Robert Alphonse officiating. Entombment will be held at Restlawn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Wausau.
Marian was born on March 30, 1925 in Marshfield, the daughter of William and Katherine (Zinthefer) Nikolai. She attended Marshfield schools and later received her G.E.D. from Stratford High School. She was united in marriage to John H. Burggraf, Sr. on May 18, 1946 at St. Johns Catholic Church, Marshfield. He died on April 17, 1992.
The Burggrafs had farmed in the Town of Eau Pleine, Marathon County from 1946 until their retirement in 1978. Marian had worked in nursing services at St. Josephs Hospital from 1967 until her retirement in 1990. After retirement Marian worked seasonally at Marshfield Canning Company, Figis and Del Monte Company in Plover. She had been a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 6352 Auxiliary of Stratford.
She is survived by 11 children, John (Lois) Burggraf of Janesville, Rita (Steve) Schneeweis of Saukville, Paul (Brenda) Burggraf of Stratford, Tom Burggraf of Wausau, Ruth Burggraf of Spencer, Ed (Anne) Burggraf of Milwaukee, Gloria (Troy) Stewart of Estherville, IA, Mike (Jean) Burggraf of Omaha, NE, Dan Burggraf of Eau Claire, Jim (Lilly) Burggraf of Colorado Springs, CO, and Gerianne Fox of Auburndale. She is also survived by several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother, Eugene (Ann) Nikolai of Berlin, a sister, Valeria Johnson of Costa Mesa, CA, a sister-in-law, Helen Nikolai of Unity, a brother-in-law, Larry Brinkman of Virginia and many nieces and nephews who adopted her as their mom.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a son-in-law, Rick Fox and 9 siblings.
In lieu of flowers memorials to the family are appreciated.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Gerald D. Weigel, 54, Marshfield, died on Tuesday, September 17, 2013 at his home in Marshfield.
Graveside services and burial will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, September 26, 2013 in Veterans Field of Honor at Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. Military rites will be conducted by the American Legion Post 54 of Marshfield. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Gerald was born on December 26, 1958 in Marshfield, to David and Lois (Thom) Weigel. He attended Marshfield schools and was a graduate of Marshfield Senior High School. He also graduated from Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College in Rice Lake. He was a veteran of the United States Navy.
Jerry had been employed as a mechanic at V & H Ford, Marshfield for a number of years and later was employed at Walmart, both in Marshfield.
He is survived by his mother, Lois Yost of Stevens Point, and 2 sisters, Theresa (Bill) Birge of Milladore and Penny Weigel of Stevens Point.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Patricia Jane Plumb Keel, 93, Marshfield, passed away on Wednesday, September 18th, 2013, at Golden Living Center Three Oaks, with her beloved John by her side.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, September 23, 2013 at the First Presbyterian Church, Marshfield, with Rev. Dr. Kevin Buchanan officiating. Burial will take place in Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. The visitation will be held on Monday from 9:30 am until service time at the First Presbyterian Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Born December 9, 1919 to Howard and Vera (Searles) Plumb in Brodhead Wisconsin, she attended the public schools in Brodhead and the University of Wisconsin, Whitewater from which she graduated in 1942. She then taught Commercial Education at Wausau Senior High School for two years.
On August 22, 1944 she married John Keel at the Congregational Church in Brodhead. She was employed by the Army Corps of Engineers in San Francisco until the end of WWII. At that time she and her husband worked for a prominent photo studio in Milwaukee until April of 1947 when they opened the John H. Keel Photography Studio in Marshfield. Patricia was a key figure in the decision to accept the challenge of going into business and a vital part of every facet of the business. Her sincere concern for every customer and employee were instrumental in the success of the business. Even after her husband's retirement in 1985 she continued as Corporate Secretary for the firm until 1995.
She was a member and Past Deacon of the First Presbyterian Church since 1947. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxilary and was very active in Wisconsin photographic organizations, especially the Wisconsin Professional Photographers Association.
She is survived by her husband, John, two sons, Jack of Madison and David (Christine Haley) of Marshfield and three grandchildren, Molly (Kyle) McMullin of Taos, NM and Seth (Janet) Keel of Madison and Kelly Keel (Cale) Bredemann of Marshfield. She is further survived by five great grandchildren, Finn and Helena McMullin, Keller Kenneth and Colby David Bredemann, and Ani Amaya Keel. Also surviving are her nine nephews and five nieces; Jon (Marlene) Sveom, Dirk (Bonnie) Sveom and Jane (Terry) Sveom Cole; Jim (LeAnn), Rick (Vicky), Jeff (Connie) and Joe (Cindy) Looze and Sandra Thomas Olson, Gregg, Bryce and Stuart Keel of Madison and Patty, Christine and Jonica Keel of Spokane. She was predeceased by her loving parents, grandson Christopher David Keel, and her three sisters Charlotte Thomas of Milwaukee, Dorothy Sveom of Dousman and Agnes Looze of Brodhead.
Patricia was a very caring mother and will be sorely missed by her family and her many friends. As a grandmother and great grandmother she was forever thinking about what she could do for her family. Patricia was a friend to everyone she met and, it can truly be said that she never met anyone she did not like. She was a ray of sunshine and had a heart of gold. Many will remember her pretty smile and warm hospitality.
Mr. and Mrs. Keel enjoyed many years of travel, Switzerland, several Caribbean Islands, Hawaii and wintering in Texas, Arizona, and California. They especially enjoyed meeting new friends and visiting new places during their time motor homing all over the states for about 5 or 6 years. She especially enjoyed many games of cards with her husband.
Patricias later years were burdened with Alzheimers disease which she faced and handled with her usual optimism and incredible grace.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in her name to the First Presbyterian Church Building Fund or the Marshfield Clinic Research Foundation.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Kenneth W. Stensberg, 91, Marshfield, died on Wednesday, September 18, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, September 20, 2013 at St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church, Wisconsin Rapids. Rev. Jon E. Guenther, Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Marshfield, will officiate. Burial will take place in Forest Hill Cemetery, Wisconsin Rapids. The visitation will be held on Friday from 11:30 am until service time at St. Pauls Lutheran Church. Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield, is assisting the family.
Ken was born on September 17, 1922 in Wisconsin Rapids to Olaf and Roena (Kruger) Stensberg and was a graduate of Lincoln High School. He was a veteran of the United States Navy Serving during World War II. He was a plank owner a member of the first crew to serve aboard the U.S.S. Intrepid where he received the Purple Heart.
He married Virginia M. Ginger Olson on February 21, 1948 in Wisconsin Rapids. She died on May 30, 2009. Ken was employed by Consolidated Papers at the Consoweld Division as an electrician. He retired in 1984.
Ken was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Marshfield, and a former member of St. Pauls Lutheran Church, Wisconsin Rapids. He was a charter member of the Central Wisconsin Beagle Club. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, the Green Bay Packers, and time spent at the cottage.
He is survived by a son, Douglas (Marcy) Stensberg of Marshfield and a daughter, Cheryl (Pat) Lauby of Wisconsin Rapids. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Todd (Marie) Stensberg of Stratford, Jason Lauby of Nekoosa, Sam (Laura) Stensberg of Chippewa Falls, Josh (Tara Culligan) Lauby of Chicago, and Jamie (Matt) Steiner of Marshfield, and 5 great grandchildren, Abigail and Josie Stensberg, William Stensberg, and Alexzander and Wyatt Steiner. He is further survived by a sister, Donna Stensberg of Wisconsin Rapids and a brother, Rev. Burt (Lucille) Stensberg of Appleton.
He was predeceased by his parents, his wife, a daughter, Rhonda, and 3 brothers, Robert, Richard and Russell Stensberg.
The family wishes to thank the staff at the Aster Retirement Community for the loving care that he received while residing there for the past 3 years.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Judith A. Watson, 75, Marshfield, died with her loving family by her side on Saturday, September 21, 2013, at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital, Marshfield.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, September 28, 2013 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Bakerville, with Rev. Sebastian Venni officiating. Burial will take place in the parish Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be Don, Rick, and Jeff Toldness, Billy Watson, Jim Schreiner and Don Stoiber. Honorary pallbearer will ne John White, Sr. The visitation will be held on Saturday from 8:30 am until service time at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Judy was born on September 30, 1937 in Mellen, Wisconsin, to Joseph and Alvina (Pregant) Polencheck and was a graduate of Mellen High School. She married Raymond L. Watson on March 4, 1957 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Mellen. He died on January 29, 1999.
Judy was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.She was a lifelong and very active member of Corpus Christi Parish and the Parish Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, baking, especially decorating birthday cakes for her family. She also enjoyed sewing, crafting, and knitting. She was an avid Brewers and Packers fan, particularly an Aaron Rodgers fan.
She is survived by 4 daughters and 2 sons, RaeAnne (David) Mueller of Mellen, Glenda Humphrey of Marshfield, Susan (Ronald) Dix of Marshfield, Tom (Kari) Watson of Chili, Kimberly (Randall) Schrage of Marshfield, and Michael Watson of DeForest. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, Tiffany (Keith) Hainz, Ashley (Cody) Vruwink, Larry (Insook) Faus, Nick (Jaime) Faus, Jesse Humphrey, Jason Humphrey, Jordan Watson, Sophie Watson, Lauren Schrage, Olivia Schrage, and Bryce Watson and 8 great grandchildren, Austin and Aidan Mueller, Addison June, Skylar and Kylie Hainz, Kyliah and Brielle Vruwink and Lorelai Faus. She is further survived by a special friend Bill Watson of Marshfield.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, an infant son, Matthew John Watson, a brother, Joseph Polencheck, II, and a sister, Delores Toldness.
The family will designate a memorial in Judys name at a later date.
We little knew that morning that God was going to call your name. In life we loved you dearly, In death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone; for part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide; and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same; but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
James W. Eckes, 87 of Marshfield died on Tuesday morning, September 24, 2013 at the Golden Living Center Three Oaks in Marshfield. He was under the care of Aseracare Hospice of Wausau.
Graveside services will be 3pm Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Marshfield with the VFW Post #1866 conducting the military rites.
Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Jim was born in Marshfield on January 13, 1926 to Nicholas and Helen (Gropp) Eckes. He was a 1943 graduate of Marshfield Senior High School. He was a veteran of the United States Air Corp serving during World War II in the Pacific Theatre. After his honorable discharge, he became employed at Roddis Plywood Corp of Marshfield where he worked for 34 years, retiring as a mill core supervisor. During his retirement, he was a crossing guard for the Marshfield Police Department for 17 years.
He enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing and spent time at their cabin in Barnes, WI. Jim was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, its choir, honorary life member of the Knights of Columbus John Eisen Council #1799, honorary life member of the VFW Post 1866 and the American Legion Post # 54 both of Marshfield.
Jim was united in marriage to Audrey J. Hunter on June 21, 1947 at St. Johns Catholic Church in Marshfield. She died on May 22, 2013.
Jim is survived by his daughter Susan Jensen of Marshfield, granddaughter Alison (Rob) Nikolai of Marshfield and three grandchildren, Bobbi Rae, Will and Vivian. He is further survived by two sisters, Marlene "Molly" (Robert) Kohlbeck, Barbara (Ronald) Scheibe both of Marshfield and a sister-in-law Dolly Patrie of Phillips.
Besides his parents and wife Audrey, he was preceded in death by a son Randall, four sisters, Geraldine Wilder, Georgetta Worley, Luella Wolf and Arloween Verch.
Memorials may be given to the Marshfield Medical Research Foundation.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Scott F. Kraft, 52 of Marshfield died unexpectedly of a heart attack on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital in Marshfield.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 am Monday, September 30, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church with Fr. Sam Martin officiating. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Wausau.
Visitations will be from 5-7:30pm Sunday at St. Johns Catholic Church in Marshfield and again on Monday at the church from 9:30am until service time. There will be a 6:30pm Knights of Columbus and Parish rosary service on Sunday at the church.
Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Scott was born on October 21, 1960 in Wausau to Roger and Sally (Egner) Kraft. He was a 1979 graduate of Wausau East High School.
He was united in marriage to Linda L. Wilhelm in October 2009 in Marshfield.
After his education, he followed his passion; food service and restaurant operations. He managed various Pizza Hut locations around Wisconsin which culminated at the Marshfield restaurant. He fulfilled his dream of owning his own restaurant, Krafts Restaurant & Lounge located in Marshfield from 1991-2002. Most recently, he was manager of the Knights of Columbus Hall in Marshfield until his death. He was very artistic and enjoyed using his talents to improve the surroundings for everyone to enjoy.
Scott is survived by his wife Linda, children Stacy (Chris Sandilands) Kraft of Chicago, Robert (Amber Wigent) Kraft of Wausau, Jonathon (Nicole Roth) Kraft of Wausau, stepchildren, Stacy (Tony) Jackson of Spencer and Aaron Rasmussen of Marshfield; two step grandchildren Alina and Carson. He is further survived by two brothers Patrick Kraft of Wausau and Keith (Cheryl) Kraft of Colgate.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Lucille A. Kowalski, 94, Marshfield, died on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield with her loving family by her side.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, September 30, 2013 at St. Andrews Catholic Church, Rozellville with Rev. John Robert Alphonse officiating. Burial will take place in the parish cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be grandsons, Don Meyer, Jesse Grossbier, Jamie Kloos, Jim Kowalski, Kevin Kowalski, and Scott Kowalski. 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. Andrews Church. St. Andrews Parish Council of Catholic Women will recite the rosary at 7:00 pm on Sunday at the funeral home.
Lucille was born on August 12, 1919 in Milladore, to Frank and Mary (Brandl) Hoffman. She was united in marriage to Raymond W. Kowalski on July 27, 1937 at St. Kilians Catholic Church, Blenker. He died on July 30, 1993.
The Kowalskis farmed in the Town of Milladore and later moved to the Town of Green Valley, Marathon County. After the death of her husband, Lucille moved to Marshfield. While in Milladore Lucille was very active at St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church helping with wedding and funeral dinners. She was a member of St. Andrews Catholic Church and the Parish Council of Catholic Women. She enjoyed fishing, polka music and animals. She loved her family, get togethers at holidays, and especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her children, Jeanette Meyer of Marshfield, Joyce (Bob) Witz of Mosinee, David (Donna) Kowalski of Auburndale, Jeanne (Martin) Kloos of Marshfield, Dennis (Betty) Kowalski of Mukwonago, Judy (Ralph) Grossbier of Auburndale and Joan (Ed) Purkis of Marshfield. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren and 37 great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother, Raymond (Ellen) Hoffman of Auburndale.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a son, Eugene in infancy, a grandson, Ricky Meyer, a son-in-law, Don Meyer, 2 sisters, Bernice Linzmeier and Dorothy Pelner and a brother, Frank Hoffman.
Memorials may be designated in her name to House of the Dove.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Paul R. Ertz, 50 of Eau Claire died on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.
Private services will be held by the family.
Paul was born on February 11, 1963 in Minneapolis, MN to Robert and Shirley (Bell) Ertz.
He was united in marriage to Terri Morrow on July 14, 1990 in Sun Prairie, WI and later separated.
Paul was a hard man, crazy yet incredibly loving, always with his own opinions of life and highly intelligent. He was always striving to make others see life his way. He was a very caring and loving father to his children.
He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He definitely left his mark upon all of our lifes.
Paul is survived by his children Alex, Nicholas, Zoe, Vivian and Katie Ertz all of Eau Claire and his mother Shirley Ertz of Marshfield. He is further survived by his siblings, Theresa Miller of Marshfield, Lisa Schubert of Spencer, Ben Ertz of Eau Claire, Joe Ertz of Unity, Brian Ertz of Columbus, Darrell Ertz of Chili, Kenneth Ertz of Loyal, Pat Ertz of Milwaukee and hi s wife Terri Ertz of Eau Claire.
He was preceded in death by his father and brother James.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Hugh J. Donovan, 87 of Marshfield died on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital in Marshfield.
Memorial services will be 1pm Saturday, September 28, 2013 at the Rembs Funeral Home with Pastor Chris A. Schwanz officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery with military rites conducted by the American Legion Post #54 of Marshfield.
Family will receive relatives and friends from 12:00pm Saturday at the Rembs Funeral Home until time of service.
Hugh was born in Escanaba, MI on August 9, 1926 to Frank and Mildred (Baker) Donovan. As a young boy, his family moved to Milwaukee and graduated from Custer High School in 1945. After his education, he served in the United States Army during World War II from July 27, 1945 until his honorable discharge on November 13, 1946. When he was discharged, he moved to Dorchester, WI where he was employed as a cheese maker.
On September 1, 1951 he was united in marriage to Joyce J. Ortlieb at the Holway Lutheran Church in Taylor County, WI. In 1954 he became an indentured plumber for the Abbotsford Hardware Co. Then in 1964 he started the Marshfield Plumbing and Heating, Inc. where he retired from in 1985.
Hugh was active in the Marshfield Lion Club, Masonic Lodge #224 where he served as Master of The Lodge and was chairman of the Central Wisconsin Apprentice committee. He taught night classes at Mid-State Technical College for isometric drawing.
Hugh is lovingly survived by his wife Joyce, daughter Debra (Rick) Davis of Marshfield, two grandchildren Jason (Cassie) Davis of Menasha and Heather (Shawn) Olson of Marshfield and one great granddaughter Alisha Olson.
Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister Elizabeth Donovan.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Alice M. Suplicke, 91, Marshfield, died on Thursday, September 26, 2013 at Golden Living Center Three Oaks.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 am on Tuesday, October 1, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church, Marshfield, with Rev. Samuel Martin officiating. Burial will take place in Gate of Heaven Cemetery and serving as pallbearers will be Bo Blenker, Patrick Suplicki, Payne Freske Gary Konop, LeRoy Konop and Ken Ireland.Honorary pallbearer will be Jayme Blenker. The visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9:30 am until service time at St. Johns Catholic Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Alice was born on April 10, 1922 in Stevens Point, the daughter of Anton and Helen (Golla) Suplicke. She attended St. Peters Parochial School and St. Josephs Academy in Stevens Point.
Alice worked for the Selective Service for 7 years in Portage County. She then went to Green Bay where she was employed at Adress-Ograph Company. She then moved to Marshfield where she worked at Weinbrenner Shoe Factory and then worked as bookkeeper at Kelly Tire Service of which she became co-owner.
Alice had a zest for life. She loved to travel, played an accordion, was an avid Packer fan, enjoyed fishing and loved to spend time at her cabin with family and friends. She enjoyed visits from all and always had a smile and a story. She will be greatly missed.
She is survived by 6 nephews and 2 nieces.
She was predeceased by her parents, 3 brothers and 2 sisters.
Memorials may be designated in her name to St. Johns Catholic Church.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Kathryn May Nelke passed away last week after 102 years of vibrant life. Kathryn was born in 1911 on Long Island, NY, as the second of three sisters. Her childhood speaks to how many changes she witnessed over the past century-- she grew up when the local elementary school had just two rooms and the family could tread for clams in the Atlantic Ocean. Many of Kathryns warmest memories in the 1920s and 1930s involved summers with family and friends at High Hill Beach: in her own words, water games, marshmallow roasts, dancing on weekends, and end of season masquerades.
In 1937 Kathryn married her long-time admirer from eighth grade, and they remained happily together until his passing 47 years later. After Kathryns husband returned from World War II service in the Pacific, the couple drove their green Dodge coupe more than 10,000 miles across the U.S. in what would be the first of Kathryns many travel adventures.
Kathryn left her job of 18 years at the New York Telephone Company when her first child, a son, was born. As a proud and devoted mother of two, she always brought style and creativity to the home. Highlights of family memories include boating on Long Island Sound and cross-country trips that kindled her childrens love of the countrys National Parks.
After her husbands death, and at the young age of 73, Kathryn determined it was time to see the world. She ultimately managed to visit all 50 states and 6 of the 7 continents, bringing home stories of boating up the Amazon, cruising the fjords of Norway, and walking on the Great Wall of China. She nurtured a superlative love for New Zealanda passion she later was able to share with her grandson. She last traveled abroad at the age of 89, but continued living independently in Marshfield for the last twelve years of her life a true blessing to her family nearby.
More important than the milestones in Kathryns life, though, are the ways she touched and inspired the people around her. Those who knew her will remember her as a classy woman, a great lady; she was intensely private, a stoic survivor, and fiercely independent. She was a caring mother and devoted grandmother of two, for whom her loving presence, vivacity, and mental acuity brought so many smiles.
Indeed, Kathryn exemplified her core philosophy that little good comes from dwelling on lifes painful moments; rather, she wished everyone to be happy. The family and friends around the world whom she leaves behind remain blessed by her sunshine and love. She inspired all who knew her to embrace fully all that life offers.
A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Friday, October 4, 2013 at St. Johns Catholic Church, Marshfield. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be designated to the Frederic Ozanam Transitional Shelter, Marshfield, Wisconsin.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Susan M. Koch, 44, Marshfield, passed away at her home on Sunday, September 29, 2013.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday October 7th, 2013 at Faith Fellowship Church, Marshfield, with Pastor Larry Sheahan officiating. Burial will take place at Holy Family Cemetery in Willard. The visitation will be held from 11:00 am until service time at Faith Fellowship Church. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Susan was born on April 15, 1969 in Winfield, IL, to George W. and Georgia M. (Avrill) Koch. She received a BS degree in Medical Imaging from Clarkson College, a MBA in Health Management from University of Phoenix, and a MS in Adult Education from Jones International University.
Susan had been employed at Ministry St. Josephs Hospital first as a radiologic Technologist in August of 1995, then as Clinical Coordinator for the School of Radiology in December of 2002, and then as Program Director for the School of Radiology from April 2004 until the present time.
Susan was a very driven, intelligent woman who greatly impacted the lives of many of her students. She was tough but also compassionate and never missed a chance to help anyone in need. She had her own unique style and was always looking to push herself to be better. Susan was a loving mother that always placed the needs of her children above all else and touched the hearts of everyone she met.
She is survived by her children, Adam Koch, Steven Thomas, Lauren Thomas and Christian Duncan. She is also survived by her mother, Georgia Durec and her brothers, James, Donald, Robert, William and David Koch.
She was predeceased by her father.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com
Robert E. (Bud) Engelman, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2013, at St. Josephs Hospital Palliative Care Unit with his wife by his side.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 am Friday, Oct 4, 2013 at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Pittsville, with Rev. Mark Krueger officiating. Visitation will be held Thursday, Oct. 3, from 4:00-7:00 pm at Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home in Pittsville and Friday, Oct. 4 from 10:00 am to service at the church. Burial will take place in Mound Cemetery, Pittsville.
Bud was born July 28, 1926 to Arthur and Amanda Engelman in Cascade, WI. At age 2, his family moved to Pittsville where they owned and operated a dairy farm.
He attended Pittsville Public Schools and graduated in 1944. After high school, Bud worked for area dairy farms owned by Ernie Jensen, Harvey Schmitt and Leo Nikolai. He was employed by Consolidated Papers Paperboard Products Division in Wisconsin Rapids for 42 years and retired in 1989 at age 62. He also sold American Family Insurance in the Pittsville area from 1957 until 1972.
On August 6, 1947 Bud married the love of his life, Irene Zellmer at St. Johns Lutheran Church in Pittsville. They celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary this year.
Bud cherished his family and loved spending time with them. He also enjoyed deer hunting and keeping busy at his farms. His true passion was his John Deere tractors and he spent many days restoring and showing his tractor collection, his favorite being the John Deere M.
Bud was a lifetime member of St. Johns Lutheran Church in Pittsville, where he held many church offices, served as deacon, and sang in the choir. He was a member of Lutheran Laymens League, Mens Club, Thrivent, and the Vesper Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club.
Bud had a big heart and was always helping others in need. He volunteered with Red Cross blood drives and packed clothes for Orphan Grain Train. Wherever there was a need, he was there to lend a hand.
He is survived by his loving wife Irene, children: Robert Engelman, Ringle; Sherry Engelman, Minneapolis; Karen (Rodney) Friedrichsen, Marshfield; and Sue (Paul) Behselich, Pittsville; 11 grandchildren: Jennifer, Dennis, Tami, Kelly, Jason, Jeremiah, Angie, Jeff, Brian, Kate, and Scott; and 10 great-grandchildren; a brother, Eldon (Louise) Engelman, Wisconsin Rapids, and a sister Mae Kester, Wisconsin Rapids. He was predeceased by his parents.
He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and the many others whose lives he touched.
Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com