William “Wild Bill” J. Olson, age 79, passed away Thursday, July 16, 2020 at Bethany Home in Waupaca.

He was born in Waupaca, WI on February 11, 1941 to Clyde and Thelma (Ireland) Olson.

Survivors include: a son, Mark Olson of Ogdensburg; daughter, Whendy (Forrest) Faulkner of WA; and brother, Joseph (Faye) Olson of Ogdensburg. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Richard.

Private family services will be held.

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Andrew Lagatta, age 79, of Clintonville passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at his home.

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Cy Gruenstern, age 98, of Marion passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at King.

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Norman Tiedt, age 93, of Bear Creek passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020 in Neenah.

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Ruby “Effie” Lawson, age 90 of Weyauwega, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Bethany Home in Waupaca. Effie was born on June 17, 1930 to the late Ashley and Arletta (Clouse) Garland in Gray, Kentucky. Effie was a wonderful wife, mother, friend and cook. Her apple pies are legendary. She was an excellent seamstress, enjoyed quilting, crocheting and sewing “corn bags” for her friends and family. Effie loved planting flowers and always had a vegetable garden. She was deeply involved with her church and loved music. Effie will always be remembered for her beautiful smile.

Paul Lawson, age 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2020, at Bethany Home in Waupaca. He was born on February 20, 1930 in Artemus, Kentucky, son of the late Leslie and Eva (Brown) Lawson. Paul was a devoted husband and loved his family and friends. He was a passionate, generous man who doted on babies and all his pets. Having had five daughters, he taught his girls to never think they couldn’t do something just because they were a girl. He was an electrician by trade and a jack of all trades. He was an avid sportsman, conservationist, fisherman and inventor. His self-crafted pontoon boats were a fisherman’s delight and his snow machines inspired awe, especially when he built a snow blower out of a combine. He loved fishing with his friends and teaching people to fish among other things. When he wasn’t out on the water fishing, he was in his shop conjuring up a remedy for an old truck or some other machine he thought could be put to better use. He was a complex man who was loved and his presence is greatly missed.

Paul and Effie were married on July 19, 1948 in Lily, Kentucky. They loved a good joke, good food (especially fresh fried fish right off the lake) and big band music.

They are survived by their children: Teri (Tim) Connelly of Dubuque, IA; Lori Lawson (Doug Stelzner) of Weyauwega and Eva (Morgan) Kranski of Neenah; six grandchildren: Sara, Molly, Sam, Jon, Adam and Joe and Effie’s twin sister, Ethel Slusher. They are further survived by numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives and special friends. They are preceded in death by their parents, two daughters, Marcia and Lisa.

Funeral services for Effie and Paul will be held on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Waupaca Christian Church, Waupaca with Pastor Carl Ferguson officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 12 – 2 p.m. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

A special thank you to the entire staff of Bethany Home and ThedaCare for the wonderful care they gave our mom and dad.

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Eleanor Augusta Dani age 81 of Champaign, IL went home to be with the Lord at 6:33 p.m., Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana.

Eleanor’s faith and hope in Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior was the cornerstone of her life. She put her faith to work in her life which will be celebrated on Saturday, August 1, 2020 at 3:00 p.m. at her home church, St. John Lutheran (509 S. Mattis Ave), Champaign, IL 61821. Interment will occur in Sugar Bush, Wisconsin at Ruckdashel Cemetery, on August 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.

Eleanor was born in Champaign, IL on August 14, 1938 at Burnham City Hospital, loving daughter of Walter and Bernice Schreiber of Champaign. Eleanor married Bruce N. Dani on July 20, 1958. Along with Bruce, Eleanor is survived by her son Philip and wife Jane Dani, daughter Gisela and husband David Hancock, son David and wife Monica Dani, nine grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, brother-in-law Brian Dani and many nieces and nephews whom she loved and cherished. As a child Eleanor lived on the family farm in Champaign County. She graduated from Central High in 1956, was active in Walther League Lutheran Youth Association where she met her husband Bruce Dani. Eleanor was an accomplished organist and played in churches from a young age including St. John Lutheran in Champaign and Lutheran Chapel Zweibrücken, Germany and many more churches anytime she was needed or had the chance. Eleanor was blessed to have traveled in all 50 states and many foreign countries. While they were married Eleanor and Bruce traveled extensively around Europe. When Bruce was in the Army in Saltsburg, Germany they made a special trip to hear a pipe organ in the cathedral where Captain von Trapp and Maria were married (Sound of Music). Eleanor and Bruce lived in several different parts of the United States. While living in San Diego, CA she worked as a Phlebotomist for many years and loved it. Eleanor was a longtime member of the LWML, attending meetings and conventions doing the Lord’s work. They volunteered with Lutheran Border Concern Ministries and helped build a church in Tijuana, Mexico. They were proud Petal Pushers and worked on the Lutheran Hour Float and many other floats even becoming crew chief for world famous Rose Parade which she attended or watched whenever possible for the entirety of her life. Most recently, she enjoyed all of the family that visited including spending time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. As the matriarch of the family, she will be greatly missed.

Memorials can be sent to at St John’s Lutheran Church (509 S. Mattis Ave), Champaign, IL 61821 or brought to the cemetery. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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Armand Paul Ramacitti, age 71 of Waupaca passed away on July 23, 2020

Armond was born in Oak Park, IL to Frank and Dorothy Ramacitti on January 20, 1949. He married Vera Ramacitti on March 6, 2000 in Waupaca. Armond loved the outdoors anytime he could get outside, whether it was hunting, fishing, or just cutting wood. Usually he was being followed around by a grandson or two. He loved spending time with family.

He is survived by the love of his life Vera; his sister Judy Ramacitti; his children: Christina, Carolyn, Jeff, Frank, and Laura; his grandchildren: Brittany, Dominique, Autumn, Karis, Drea, Devon, Brooklynn, Kai, Lillian, Ryder, Remington, Jack, and Bella.

A celebration of life will be held with his family and friends on September 19th at his home. We’ll honor him with memories, his favorite music and a toast with his favorite beer.

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On Tuesday, July 28, 2020, Alvin “Al” Howard Oftedahl, Waupaca, loving husband and father to seven children, passed away at the age of 82 after fighting Parkinson’s for 16 years.

Al was born on August 10, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Harald and Lina (Hansen) Oftedahl. He graduated from Lane Tech in Chicago in 1956 and then the family moved to Almond, WI. He served as a Corporal in the Army in the 82nd Airborne Division for two years and then worked at the Waupaca Foundry for 39 years. Al married Shirley Holtz in 1964 (divorced in 1981) and on July 23, 1983 he married Nancy Keil. Al was a loving and devoted husband and father, a caring and giving friend and a quintessential Norwegian- calm, stoic, and steadfast… with a sneaky sense of humor. He was self-taught, gifted with math and spatial relationships, which resulted in his success and creative problem-solving at the Waupaca Foundry and led to developing and securing two patents at the Foundry. He was supportive of his friends and family and gave of his time and talents to help wherever he could. His passions included hunting, fishing, volleyball, hockey, baseball, and coaching youth sports. You may remember seeing him driving the Zamboni, coaching, and volunteering at the hockey rink, including tying the kid’s skates. There was no task too large or small for Alvin.

Al is survived by his wife, Nancy; his seven children: Carrie (Fred Mazanec), Sandy, Jody (Jason Berry), Ben, Jacob (Ellie), Jeremiah (Cat) and Whitney; his grandchildren: Jordan, Mara, Kiersten, Evan, Ryan, Liam and Emree; great-grandchild, Daymian and his brother, Don. Al was preceded in death by his father Harald, his mother Lina, both of whom immigrated from Norway; his sister, Agnes and brother-in-law, Jerry Anderson.

The funeral service for Al will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Central Wisconsin Veteran’s Cemetery in King. Cemetery regulations require all in attendance to wear masks due to COVID-19. All planning to attend funeral ceremony need to arrive by 10:45 a.m. Military honors will follow the ceremony. A celebration of life will follow at the Pines Inn Cottages, N2566 Pines Inn Lane, Waupaca, WI 54981. A memorial fund has been established. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

The family extends their deepest thanks and gratitude to ThedaCare Hospice Team. With their support and enduring love and patience of his wife Nancy, Alvin passed away at home.

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Andrew “Andy” Lagatta, age 79, of Clintonville passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at his home.

Andrew Vincent Lagatta was born on June 10, 1941 in Bussi sul Tirino, Italy to Alfredo and Ezia (Barone) Lagatta. At the age of 10, his family moved to America and settled in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He attended Milwaukee schools and graduated with a Business degree from UW-Milwaukee. Later he went on to earn a master’s degree in Hospital Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He then served with the Air National Guard in hospital management. Andy was united in marriage on December 18, 1976 to Carol J. Woelfel in Tisch Mills, WI. In his early days, he started working in hospital administration in Chicago. He continued his career serving as administrator for a number of years at St. Joseph Hospital in Milwaukee and then St. Joseph Hospital in Hillsboro. The couple moved to Clintonville where Andy was employed as administrator at Clintonville Community Hospital until his retirement in 1991. He was a member of St. Rose Catholic Church, Clintonville. Andy and Carol had some great trips traveling around the country searching for the perfect winter state. They ended up enjoying several years in retirement as “snowbirds” between Clintonville and Athens, Georgia. Andy liked woodworking and he was proud of the process of constructing their homes in Milwaukee and on Cloverleaf Lakes, as well as improving their Athens home. Andy cherished their trips to Italy, listening to opera too loud, eating calamari whenever possible, and getting a good deal on anything that he bought. His grandchildren remember most of all his love of ice cream and watching them dance and play. His children are proud to have inherited his independence and a love of cookbooks. Everyone will cherish their memory of Andy’s wry sense of humor and the way that he worked himself into amusing situations.

Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Carol; and two children, Joanne (Michael) Bieberitz of Wauwatosa, and Andrew (Amanda) Lagatta of Minneapolis. There are three grandchildren, Natalie, Elena, and Jacob Bieberitz. He is further survived by a brother Joseph (Thomas Burant) Lagatta of Tamarac, FL; two sisters-in-law, Sr. Arlene Woelfel (SSSF) of Milwaukee and El Paso, TX, and Jan (Bob) Miller of Sherwood; a brother-in-law, Herbert (Joan) Woelfel of Chilton; and many other relatives and friends. Andy was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial Service will be held on Friday, July 31st at 11:00 a.m. at Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville with Fr. Timothy Shillcox officiating. Visitation will be held on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Please go to www.beil-didier.com to sign the online guestbook or to send a card to the family.

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Norman R. Tiedt, age 93, of Bear Creek passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Neenah.

Norman Robert Tiedt was born on January 20, 1927 in New London to Fred and Elsie (Stark) Tiedt. He grew up in the Town of Clayton, Winnebago County, area. Norman entered the U.S. Army in 1949 and served in an artillery unit stationed in Japan during the Korean War. He was united in marriage on September 1, 1952 to DelRose M. Suprise at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church, New London. In 1954 the couple settled in their new home for the next 65 years in the Town of Deer Creek, Outagamie County, where they dairy farmed for many years. While farming, Norman also worked at FWD Corporation in Clintonville, first as a machinist and then as an inspector. After close to 32 years at “The Drive” he retired in 1989. Norman was a longtime member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Clintonville. He liked taking care of the farm and treasured his asparagus patch. After retirement, the couple enjoyed bus trips to country western music hot spots; like Branson, MO, and Nashville, TN. Norman could often be headstrong on many things; but it allowed him to work hard, stay active, and remain independent for many years.

Survivors include his wife of 67 years, DelRose; and one daughter, Laurie (Doug) Osterberg of Menasha. He is further survived by one brother, Mike Tiedt of Appleton; one sister-in-law, Muriel Tiedt of Appleton; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Norman was preceded in death by his parents; a son Steven; one sister, Phyllis (Orvin) Rieckmann; and two brothers, Wilmer (Sally) Tiedt and Raymond Tiedt.

Funeral Service were held on Thursday, July 30th at 11:00 a.m. at Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville. Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem officiated and burial followed at St. Rose Cemetery, Clintonville. Military Honors were provided at the cemetery by members of the VFW Post 664, American Legion Post 63, and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 63, all of Clintonville. Visitation was on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Please go to www.beil-didier.com to sign the online guestbook or to leave condolences to the family.

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Janet A. Griffith, age 81, of Stevens Point, Wisconsin went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, July 26, 2020 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point.

Janet was born in New London, Wisconsin on September 23, 1938; the daughter of the late Arthur and Regina Fischer. Janet was a graduate of New London High School. She married the late Charles Griffith on March 23, 1960 in Janesville Wisconsin, where they resided and raised their family prior to retirement. They were married for 54 years. During her early years she worked as a beautician. She next worked at the Janesville Hospital, and she finally was employed by and retired from Parker Pen in Janesville. She and Charlie moved to Iola, Wisconsin for their retirement years together and upon his death, Janet moved to Stevens Point to be near her children and grandchildren. Janet enjoyed gardening and working outside around her home. She also enjoyed shopping and reading, making cookies, and her church friends and activities. Most of all she enjoyed her beloved children and grandchildren.

Janet is survived by her sons, Gregory Juddson (special friend, Andrea) Griffith of Edgerton, Todd (Amy) Griffith of Plover; grandsons: Cody (Alexandria) Griffith of Stevens Point; Sam Griffith of St. Paul, MN; Noah Griffith (Birgen Johnson, fiancé) of Stevens Point; great-granddaughter, Lucy Grace (Cody and Alexandria). She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Griffith, and son, Bradley Griffith.

Grave Side services will be held at the Park Cemetery in the Town of St. Lawrence, Waupaca County on Saturday, August 15, at 11:00 a.m. A gathering of family and friends will be held at the cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Register Book and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.voiefuneralhome.com.

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Bruce E. Ferris, age 66, passed away at his home on Sunday, July 26, 2020.

He was born on October 8, 1953 to John and Marie Ferris in Green Bay. Bruce grew up in Milwaukee, he lived most of his life in Sullivan and Clintonville and then back to Sullivan in retirement.

Bruce is survived by his loving devoted wife, Wendy; daughter, Anngie (Greg) Moyer; grandchildren, Greyson, Grant, Greer; his siblings: Jackie (Dick) Pagac, Buster Ferris, Ron (Kelly) Ferris, and Teri Ferris; sisters-in-law: Shelley (Jerry) Erdman, Darlene (Scott) Wolfe, Linda Rexroat, Rhonda (Eddie) Negron, and Cheryl Ferris; brother-in-law, Randall (Kerry) Rose; Fred (Carol) Heim III; mother-in-law, Helen Heim; nieces and nephew:, Stephanie (Jeff) Luke, Nicole (Andy) Falk, Jeremy Erdman, Steven (Jamie) Pagac, John Pagac, Valerie and Vincent Rexroat, Natalie (Chris) Beckwith, Alex and Eric Wolfe, Jason Rose, Madeline and Annaliese Heim, Julio Negron; grand-nieces and grand-nephews: Alex and Bailey Luke, Samuel, Sabrina and Madelyn Falk. Bruce had many Weise, Kottke, other cousins and extended family Charity and Joe, Kory and Mitch, Jodie and Doug, Terry and Carla, and had fond memories with them all. He was also survived by his amazing dog, Presley. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Heidi Heim; father-in-law, Fred Heim II; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Norman and Marion Rose; brother-in-law, John Rexroat; and two special dogs, Tiger and Taffy.

Bruce loved animals, nature, as well as motors from childhood on. He loved his motorcycles, raced stock cars, loved watching NASCAR racing, loved being in his tow truck plowing snow, and drove cement trucks and quad axles. He also enjoyed All Star Wrestling, and was known as The Legend in pool, as well as a family sing of the oldies in the round passing an invisible microphone. Bruce was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, and an honorary member of Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville. He loved them both.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 7, 2020 at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Sullivan. A visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be held at Glenview Memorial Gardens in Ixonia immediately following the service. Pagenkopf Funeral Home in Oconomowoc is serving the family. www.pagenkopf.com

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Joseph W. Weber, age 91, New London, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at ThedaCare Medical Center in New London surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 29, 1929 in Arizona, (Burt County), Nebraska, son of the late Peter and Florence (Waring) Weber. He enlisted in the army on July 1, 1955, and served as a lab technician, stationed in Tokyo General Hospital in Japan. Upon his return stateside, he achieved a bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska, Lincoln and his medical degree from the University of Nebraska Medical School in Omaha where he graduated from medical school as the class of 1956. While in Lincoln, he met the love of his life. He was united in marriage to Christine (Carlson) Weber on January 27, 1951 in Denver, CO. In 1959, after Joe completed medical school, their family moved to New London and started a medical practice. During his time in practice, Joe was very involved in running the Weber Clinics’ of New London and Shiocton, working at the New London Family Medical Center and in his later years, as a traveling doctor to many emergency rooms around Wisconsin. During his time in private practice, he had the great honor to work with many families and delivering hundreds of babies. Joe was also very active in the New London Seventh Day Adventist Church. Following retirement, Joe and Christine spent time traveling in their motor home and they met many wonderful people. He enjoyed helping patients by flying them to medical appointments in his airplane, motorcycle, snowmobile and motor home trips with family members, going boating and spending time spreading the gospel with family and friends. Something Joe spoke of fondly was that he had the blessing of celebrating 65 years of marriage, to the love his life, prior to Christine’s passing in 2016.

He is survived by his son Dr. Steve (Patty) Weber, Antigo, their children, Dr. Joe (Christa)Weber, La Crosse, their daughter Harper, Claire and Kennedy; Jenna (Paul) McGrath, Minnetonka, Minnesota, their daughters, Eloise and Annika; Jake (Cassandra) Weber, Milwaukee; daughter Lisa (Mike) Fischer, New London their daughters, Angela (Tony) Monty, New London, her children Alexia and Payton; Gina Laughlin, Bonduel, her children: Kendra, Corbin and Hunter; Dr. Blaire Marie (Bancs) Laughlin-Bowers, Augusta, Georgia; son Dr. Kevin (Cindy) Weber, Baraboo, their children: Justin (Erin) Weber, Davenport, Iowa, Dr. Blake (Emilie) Weber, Rochester, Minnesota, their children, twins, Charlie and Finn and son Nolan; Adam Weber Wautoma, sons, Javin and Fletcher; Kaylin Weber, Madison; a brother George Weber, Glendale, Iowa. Joe is further survived by nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim Weber and Sister Virginia Hardiman.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of ThedaCare, New London, family friends Blair Laughlin and Jamie Nettekoven and also to Pastor Carlos Ancheta of Seventh Day Adventist Church, New London.

Private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers or memorials, please make a contribution to the Alzheimer’s Association http://www.alz.org The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London s serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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Harold C. “Hairball” Fielding, age 79, of New London, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2020 at ThedaCare in New London, following his second battle with cancer.

Harold was born to the late Charles and Grace (Herzfeldt) Fielding on November 6, 1940 in Dale, WI. Harold was united in marriage to Yvonne M. Beyer on April 28, 1962. He was self-employed for most of his career, as owner of Fielding Siding and Windows. In addition to spending time with his family, Harold loved hunting, fishing, working in his shop and socializing at the bar.

Harold is survived by his children: Brenda (Kevin) Huse, Brian, Bruce (Barb) and Brad (Megan); grandchildren: Rachel, Amanda (Gregg) Rieckmann, Lindsay (Tanner) Buchholz, Cody (Kyra) Kallas, Josh Wickman, Shawn (Danielle) Fielding, Jesse (special friend Vicki) Fielding, Tony (Kayla) Wedelstadt, Seth Fielding, Olivia Williams, Braeden (special friend Maddie) Fielding and Jude and Rhys Fielding; 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Gene (Janice) Fielding and Darlene (Dennis) Steinbach; mother-in-law, Dorothy Finger; sisters-in-law, Judy Schertz, Peachy Wegner and Barb Beyer and brother-in-law, Dale Beyer. He is further survived by many other family members, friends and furry friend Buddy. Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Yvonne; his parents and fathers-in-law, Lawrence Beyer and Glyndon Finger.

Join us in celebrating Hairball’s life on Saturday, August 8, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the Waters Supper Club in New London. Bring your best Hairball stories! Burial will be at Floral Hill Cemetery, New London at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

The family wishes to thank the caring staff at ThedaCare New London, ThedaCare Cancer Center and all of Hairball’s special neighbors.

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Katherine (Weeden) Wilson, age 63, New London, died unexpectedly on Friday, July 31, 2020.

She was born on August 9, 1956 in Oshkosh, daughter of the late Alfred and Florence (Taggert) Weeden. Kathy graduated from New London High School and then attended cosmetology school. She worked as a hairdresser for many years, while in Milwaukee. When returning to New London she worked various jobs. Kathy enjoyed playing bingo, going to the casinos and playing cards. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and her grandchild.

Kathy is survived by her son Matthew (Alysha Hereau-Wilson) Wilson; daughter Sarah (Mike) Perket; granddaughter Lily Perket; siblings, Donald Weeden, Susan Tubbs, and John (Diane) Weeden; her cats, Muffin and Spock. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. Her parents preceded her in death.

A memorial service for Kathy will be held on Thursday, August 6, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, New London. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Please remember to follow the current guidelines for public gatherings. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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Vivian R. Reissmann, 81, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2020, at Benedictine Living Community of Wausau.

Vivian was born June 8, 1939 in Waupaca to the late Vernon and Dorothy (Testin) Robbins and grew up with sisters and brothers: Roselind, Leroy, Joanne and Wayne. Vivian graduated from Waupaca High school in 1957. She married Donald Reissmann on October 29, 1960 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Wausau. Together they had four children. Vivian retired as a supervisor of housekeeping at the Healthcare Center after 30 years of service. She was active as a den mother for Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts. She had many hobbies, but Vivian especially liked to read and knit, but most of all, spend time with her family.

Vivian is survived by her husband Donald Reissmann; children: Michael of Wausau, James (Terri) of Port Washington, Steven (Renee) of Marathon and Cynthia (Michael) Mayne of Blain, MN; seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and grandson Kurt Reissmann.

A funeral service will be held Thursday, August 6 at 1:30 p.m. at Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce Street, Wausau with a visitation from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial at Restlawn Memorial Park will follow. Masks and social distancing will be observed. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to your favorite charity in Vivian’s name.

Vivian’s family wishes to thank the Benedictine Manor staff for the care given during Vivian’s stay.

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On Saturday, July 25, 2020, Kay Susanne Hansen Wiggins passed peacefully at home, after being surrounded by loved ones, at the age of 72.

Kay was born on July 9, 1948 in Neenah, Wisconsin to James R. “Bob” and Lenice Marie Regel Hansen. She was a resident of Cherokee Village, Arkansas, since 1973. She married Frank J. Wiggins Jr. on April 8, 1989. Kay received her BA in Christian Education from Williams Baptist College. She was an ordained United Methodist minister, certified yoga instructor, Reiki Level 2 practitioner, poet, speaker, and author. Those who knew Kay know that she loved better than most. She was a role model to many and shared her wisdom, love, and light with everyone she came in contact with. She lived her life with purpose and advocated for a world filled with peace and love and would like to be remembered for her kindness, acceptance, and sense of humor.

Kay is preceded in death by her father, Bob Hansen, and survived by her mother, Lenice Hansen of Cherokee Village, AR, along with five siblings: Susan Hansen of Cherokee Village, AR; Jack Hansen of Hardy, AR; Jim (Debbie) Hansen of Cherokee Village, AR; John (Cindi) Hansen of Cherokee Village, AR; and Jay (Connie) Hansen of Benton, AR; and three children: Peter J. (Kari) Winters of Farmington, AR; Kristen Kay Winters (Owen) Ford of Little Rock, AR; Daniel L. (Ann-Marie) Winters of Springfield, MO; and an additional four children who she loved as her own: Clay (Gail) Wiggins of Ash Flat, AR; Curt (Trish) Wiggins of Cherokee Village, AR; LeAnne Wiggins of Jonesboro, AR; and Jody (Kristi) Wiggins of Siloam Springs, AR. Kay left behind 15 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and a host of close friends and other family members.

Kay chose to donate her body to Medical Education & Research Institute. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Rather than flowers, Kay wished for anyone to make a donation to one of the following worthy organizations: Women for Women International, Kiva, Feeding America, or your local food bank.

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Carol Lou (Doepke) Diehl, age 90, passed away June 14, 2020 at Theda Clark Medical Center, Appleton, WI.

She was born August 10, 1929 in Milwaukee, WI to the late Gilbert F. and Erna L. (Braeger) Doepke. On August 8, 1953, she married Russell P. Diehl at Unity Evangelical Lutheran Church, Milwaukee. Carol attended Dover Grade School and graduated from Bay View High School where she received the Bronze Medal and was a member of National Honor Society. She received a B.S. degree in Education from UW-Madison. She was a member and chapter president of Alpha Gamma Delta and a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Twenty years later, Carol received her Master of Arts in Library Science from UW-Oshkosh. She also did post-graduate work at UW-Madison and UW-Stevens Point. Carol enjoyed 23 years as a school librarian and district media director in the School Districts of New London and Manawa. During her 19 years at New London, she authored several grants that established elementary libraries in New London. She started her career as an English teacher and librarian at Port Washington High School, where she met her husband, Russ. They moved to Rhinelander to teach and live on Crescent Lake. Carol was a high school librarian at Minocqua and Fredonia and head librarian at Vernon County Teachers College. Upon moving to Manawa, Carol became a news correspondent for the Post-Crescent. She also served 10 years as a board member of Outagamie Waupaca Library System (OWLS) holding the office as president for a year during that time. Carol was named to the United States National Commission on Libraries and Information Science in 2004 and served as a Councilor-at-Large with the American Library Association 1998-2001. Carol was one of the first individuals named to the American Library Association National Advocacy Honor Roll in 2000, received the Award of Excellence from the Wisconsin Education Media Association in 1992, was named Wisconsin School Library Media Specialist of the Year by Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) in 1992 and received the Distinguished Educator Award from the Institute for Development of Educational Activities in 1987. She was very active professionally as a member and in leadership roles for state and national organizations to advocate for libraries and education that included American Library Association, American Association of School Librarians, Wisconsin Library Association, Wisconsin School Library Media Association (President in 1980), Association of Wisconsin School Administrators, Fox Valley Library Council and AECT. Carol was appointed by both Governor Tommy Thompson and the late Governor Lee Dreyfus to State of Wisconsin committees which she served on over 12 years. She is listed in Who’s Who in American Education, American Women and the Midwest.

Carol was an enthusiastic Republican and a member of the Waupaca County GOP for 40 years. She received the 2000 6th Congressional District Alvan E. Bovay Award. She was an active member, including being chair of the annual Lincoln Day dinner, editor of the party’s newsletter, party chair from 1995 to 1997, vice-chair from 1990 to 1994 as well as leading Jean Hundertmark’s campaign in 1998 and the Waupaca County campaign for George W. Bush in 2000. She was known as ‘Marian the Librarian’ in Madison due to her regular trips there to advocate for education and libraries. She was involved in her community, having served as a trustee on the Sturm Memorial Library Board, a member of the School Board for the Manawa School District and participated in the Manawa Women’s Club and Futurae. Carol also served on the Board of Directors for Lake Forest Resort & Club, the NEWIST Advisory Board, the New London Business-Industry-School Council and Fox Valley Symphony Board. Carol was a member of First English Lutheran Church in Appleton and an associate member of Zion Lutheran Church in Manawa. While Carol and Russ resided in Naples, FL during the winter, they attended Shepherd of the Glades Lutheran Church. Carol enjoyed her time in Naples as well as in Cancun and Eagle River, WI where they owned timeshare properties. They enjoyed having their family visit, especially their grandchildren. Carol’s goal in life was to see her grandchildren reach each milestone of their lives.

Carol is survived by their two children – Holly Nelson (Richard) of Winneconne and son Jeffrey Diehl (Traci) of Greenville and four grandchildren Adam Nelson (Jen), Erin Holmes (Ben), Ethan and Corey Diehl. Her love of books, celebrating birthdays and holidays, written advice and special foods were gifts she gave to her beloved grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Russell. She enjoyed renewing her marriage vows when she and Russ celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on August 8, 2003.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 29 at 10:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Manawa, WI. The family requests masks be worn inside and social distancing will be practiced. Visitation will be held an hour before the service as well as on Friday, August 28, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at First English Lutheran Church, 326 E. North Street, Appleton, WI. Masks are required inside First English during the evening visitation. A private burial service will follow the service on Saturday at Little Wolf Cemetery. Memorials may be made to First English Lutheran Church or Zion Lutheran Church. You can send online condolences to clinehansonfuneralhome.com. Thank you to the many people who have already sent memorials and cards.

The family wishes to express thanks to Pastor Mike Dismer, Pastor Jeff Tengesdal and Pastor Mary Bauer and all her friends who offered support and comfort during her life. A recording of the service will be available on her obituary page shortly following the service.

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Patricia Ann Wolfe, age 80, of Waupaca, WI passed away on Monday, August 3, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born on July 29, 1940 in New London, WI; the daughter of the late Clarence and Viola (Lieg) Laux. Patty lost her mother at the age of 13. Her father then married Helen (Rohan), who was a blessing to Patty. She graduated from New London High School, then attended secretarial school at Fox Valley Technical College and worked at Kimberly Clark. In 1958, she met Douglas Wolfe, whom she married on Oct. 1, 1960 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church; they were married 58 years until his death Jan. 29, 2019. They lived in New London until 1972 when they moved to Waupaca. Pat spent her time raising their four children, then later worked at the Wisconsin Veterans Home for 20 years. Pat was a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. In her earlier years she belonged to the Waupaca Curling and Country Clubs. She volunteered at the Food Pantry and for many years was a faithful blood donor. Pat was social; she treasured her time with family and friends. She attended Badger games with the New London group, played in multiple bridge clubs – including one special group for 50 years, belonged to Third Thursday Bookworms, coffeed at Hardee’s, met high school classmates and relatives for lunch regularly, took a girls’ trip to Door County each summer and a couples’ trip with dear friends each fall. It was hard to keep Pat down even when battling cancer. She cherished recent trips to the Dominican Republic, Texas, Colorado, and with family. She and Doug had a particular fondness for yearly family gatherings at their son, Steve’s, time spent in Florida with her sisters and brother-in-law, and any time she was able to be with her children and grandchildren. Pat faced trials in her life, as do many, yet was always “fine”. She lived her life by faith maintaining humility, composure and strength to the end.

Patricia is survived by her children: Steven Wolfe of Marinette, Sharyl (Michael) Friedel, David (Farrah) Wolfe, and Linda (Todd) Anderson, all of Waupaca; four grandchildren: Alyse (Neil) Forcier and their son, Taiylor, of Fort Collins, CO, Michelle (Jacob) Shervey, Julia Wolfe, and Gage Anderson, all of Waupaca; sisters: Bette Gorges of New London, Ann (Bob) Braaten of Greenville, Teresa (Carl) Nelson of Mackinaw, IL, Paula (Patti Onweller) Laux of Dallas, TX and Mary (Duwayne) Verch of Ripon; brothers: Peter (Jane) Laux of Plover, Mike (Vicki) Laux of Oshkosh, and Joe Laux of Onalaska. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother, Jim Laux, and brother-in-law, Leland Gorges. She is also survived by and has been preceded in death by other near relatives and dear friends.

A Private Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, August 6th at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. A link to the funeral service will be available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com under Patricia’s obituary. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to Wisconsin Parkinson Association, the American Cancer Society, or St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church.

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Paul Lawson, age 90, of Weyauwega, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at Bethany Home in Waupaca.

He was born on February 20, 1930 in Artemus, Kentucky, son of the late Leslie and Eva (Brown) Lawson. Paul was a devoted husband and loved his family and friends. He was a passionate, generous man who doted on babies and all his pets. Having had five daughters, he taught his girls to never think they couldn’t do something just because they were a girl. He was an electrician by trade and a jack of all trades. He was an avid sportsman, conservationist, fisherman, and inventor. His self-crafted pontoon boats were a fisherman’s delight and his snow machines inspired awe, especially when he built a snowblower out of a combine. He loved fishing with his friends and teaching people to fish, among other things. When he wasn’t out on the water fishing, he was in his shop conjuring up a remedy for an old truck or some other machine he thought could be put to better use. He was a complex man who was loved and his presence is greatly missed.

Ruby “Effie” Lawson, age 90 of Weyauwega, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2020 at Bethany Home in Waupaca.

Effie was born on June 17, 1930 to the late Ashley and Arletta (Clouse) Garland in Gray, Kentucky. Effie achieved her goal in life; she was a wonderful wife, mother, friend, and cook. Her apple pies are legendary. She was an excellent seamstress, enjoyed quilting, crocheting and sewing “corn bags” for her friends and family. Effie loved planting flowers and always had a vegetable garden. She was deeply involved with her church and loved music. Effie will always be remembered for her beautiful smile.

Paul and Effie were married on July 19, 1948 in Lily, Kentucky. They loved a good joke, good food (especially fresh fried fish fresh from the water) and big band music.

They are survived by their children: Teri (Tim) Connelly of Dubuque, IA, Lori Lawson (Doug Stelzner) of Weyauwega and Eva (Morgan) Kranski of Neenah; six grandchildren, Sara, Molly, Sam, Jon, Adam and Joe and Effie’s twin sister, Ethel Slusher. They are further survived by numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, relatives, and special friends. They are preceded in death by their parents, two daughters, Marcia and Lisa. Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

Funeral services for Effie and Paul will be held on Sunday, August 9, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Waupaca Christian Church, Waupaca with Pastor Carl Ferguson officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 12 – 2 p.m.

A special thank you to the entire staff of Bethany Home and ThedaCare for the wonderful care they gave our mom and dad.

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