Daniel Joseph Metko, age 77, of Fremont, Wisconsin passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018.

Dan was born in Mattoon, WI on December 20, 1940 to the late Alfred and Margaret (Johnson) Metko. He served his country in the US Army. Dan worked for 56 years at Miller Electric and loved his job and coworkers like a second family. In his spare time, he enjoyed watching the Packers, fishing and in particular fishing with his grandkids.

Dan is survived by his two sons, Troy (Susan) Metko, Appleton and Ryan (Jennifer) Metko, Brillion; his six grandchildren: Ian, Jana, Grace, Alex, Sean and Sara Metko; his siblings: Tom (Germaine) Metko, Ralph (Pat) Metko, Kathy (Mike) White, Donny (Corrinne) Metko, Nancy (Dick) Eibenholtz, Marge (Wally) Mueller, Bill (Sandy) Metko; sister-in-law, Ella; his ex-wife Lana; and his ex-mother-in-law Hazel Doehr, who he was very close to. Dan was preceded in death by three brothers: Jerry, Al (Audrey) and Erbin Metko.

Dan’s visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 24th at the Lewin Funeral Home in Fremont, followed by a short service at 7:15 p.m. Burial will be in Wolf River Cemetery.

Sandra Kay Grambsch, age 66, of Weyauwega, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2018 at her residence.

She was born on December 27, 1951 in New London, daughter of the late Junior and Marjorie (Welch) Smith. On February 10, 1973 she married Jim Nolan; she then married Dick Grambsch on August 14, 1991. Sandy worked as a waitress in her youth for various supper clubs in the area. She was the head Youth Librarian at the Waupaca Public Library for 15 years. She loved reading to the kids at story time. Sandy enjoyed spending time on the water, having bonfires with friends and family, traveling and trying new foods.

She is survived by her husband Dick; children, Tammy Nolan and Jeremiah (Melissa Possley) Nolan; stepdaughter and stepson, Tracy (Pat) Lyons, Chad (Rachel) Grambsch; grandchildren: Joe, Ben, Megan and Brady Grambsch; two brothers, Tom (Kathy) Smith and Fred (Martha) Smith; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Dave (Gail) Grambsch, Russell Grambsch and friend Gail, Rosanne (Bob) Kent; nieces, Deedee (Tom) Kapitzke, Cara Smith; nephew, Sam (Kathryn) Smith; great-niece, Bailey Kaptizke; great- nephews, Jackson and Benjamin. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.

In accordance with Sandy’s wishes, a Celebration of Life gathering will be held at the Bridge Bar in Fremont (101 Main St.) on Saturday, January 27, 2018 from 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Waupaca Public Library (107 S. Main St. 54981) in care of Sandy Grambsch: https://waupacalibrary.org/

The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

Daniel Lawrence Williams Sr. was peacefully taken by our heavenly Father on Friday, January 19, 2018.

Daniel, or as he was known to many family and friends as Uncle Dan, was born on January 13, 1945 in Port Washington, WI, son to Marjorie Williams and Andrew Williams. After high school, Dan joined the U.S. Army and reached the rank of Cpl E-4. He served his country with honor during the Vietnam War between 1965-1969. Upon returning home, he met and fell in love with Marti. They were married in 1971, and together they raised two children, Dan and Kathy. Dan and Marti lived in Phoenix, AZ from 1976-1992. He owned and operated a gun shop there, having mentored many in the Phoenix area about gun safety and care. In 1992, they moved back to Wisconsin and built their home near Saxeville, WI. Dan took on the hobby of amateur radio in 1999 gaining the technician class license. His call sign was KB9VLG, in the ham world he was called the “very lucky guy”, and no truer statement can be said. He volunteered much of his free time to all communities in which he lived. Dan also was the ARES/RACES Waupaca Co. Emergency Coordinator from 2003-2005. He loved to help people and the door to their home was always open to everyone. Some of the fondest memories amongst family and friends are the times when people just started showing up to their home and filling the room with laughter until all hours of the night. Dan will be dearly missed by all of his loving family and friends.

Dan is survived by his wife, Marti Williams of Wild Rose, WI; his mother, Marjorie Williams of Wild Rose, WI; two sons, Wade Plant of Milwaukee, WI and Daniel Williams, Jr. of Wild Rose, WI; and a daughter, Kathy (Wally) Reinke of Phoenix, AZ. He is also survived by a large extended family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Williams; two brothers, Perry (Alice) Williams, Sr. and Andrew Williams, Jr.; and five sisters, Verlin Bachand, Valeri Hennig, Coreta Williams, Eunice (Arthur) Korleski, and Cecilia Williams.

A Memorial Service will be on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Faith Community Church in Waupaca, WI. Reverend Eric Tober will officiate. A visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at the church. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

Elenora E. Jaeger, age 92, New London, formerly of Clintonville, died January 22, 2018 in New London.

Anita Leona Drath, age 86 of Manawa, went to her heavenly home on Monday, January 22, 2018 at St. Joseph Residence in New London.

Anita was born on February 8, 1931 in the Town of Caledonia to the late Edwin and Amelia Krenke. On August 23, 1952, she was united in marriage to Howard Drath. He preceded her in death in 2010. Together they celebrated 58 years of marriage. They owned and operated Drath Sewing Center for over 50 years.

She is survived by four sons: Ron (Tammy), Tim (Gayle), Steve (Deb), Jeff (Pam); nine grandchildren, Tristan (Jessy), Andy (Michelle), Tony, Jessie Bonikowske (Joel), Dustin (Daina) Drath, Tarra (Brad) Buschke, Aubree (Matt) Blum, Aimee (Shane) Lind and Caitlin Kjendalen (Erik Gilling); 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Irene Ruppel and Erdine Jones; brother, Melvin (Diana) Krenke and sister-in-law, Sue Krenke. She is further survived by numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a brother, Alvin Krenke; brothers-in-law, Ordell Drath and Leroy Ruppel; sister-in-law, Lucille Drath and great-grandson, Luke Drath.

The funeral service for Anita will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Manawa. Rev. Nathan Reichle will be officiating. Visitation will take place directly at the church from 9-11 a.m. Burial will be in Little Creek Cemetery, Town of Little Wolf. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Manawa is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

Russell L. Young, age 90 of Waupaca, passed away peacefully, with his family at his side.

Russ was born in New London on July 25, 1927, son of the late Edward and Myra (Dietzler) Young. Russ was a kind and unpretentious man. He had a very successful career that spanned over 60 years as a developer and building contractor. He made his home with wife Barbara at The Villas of Waupaca, a development currently under construction.

In addition to his wife, Barbara, Russ is survived by his son, Gene (Robbie), Winneconne; his daughter, Suzanne (Steve), Las Vegas; grandchildren, Gina (Dominic), Nicole, Jeremy (Emily), Troy (Callie), and Devon. He is also survived by ten great-grandchildren; a sister, Rosemary; a brother, Gary (Yvonne); brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, James and Joanne Winnekens, Jeff and Anne Baldwin, Duke and Karen Truttman, Mark Winnekens, and Galen Winnekens. He is further survived by beloved nieces and nephews, other relatives, and special friends, Don and Patti Weiland. Russ was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Larry; grandson, Chad; and brother-in-law, Bill.

A visitation for family and friends will be on Saturday, January 27, 2018, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, 210 Pleasant Dr., Winneconne. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. at the church with Fr. Matthew Rappl and Sr. Pam Biehl officiating. Burial will follow in the Winneconne Cemetery. If you wish please submit online condolences to muellerfuneralhomeinc.com. Mueller Funeral Home in Winneconne is assisting the family.

My sweet, gentle man….I love you.

Linda Lee (Mischler) Janda, age 57, of New London, passed away on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at her residence.

Linda was born in Kaukauna on September 13, 1960 to the late Allan and Rita (Van Eyck) Mischler. Linda was free-spirited and independent. She enjoyed nature, especially feeding the birds and spending time up north. She was a hard worker, who always put others first. What Linda loved most was spending time with her grandson, Gatsby.

Linda is survived by her significant other, Mark Meyer, Bear Creek; son, Ken Mischler, New London; grandson, Gatsby Pfefferle-Mischler, New London; nephews, Jay and Trevor; nieces, Venesha, Melissa, and Shannon; and siblings, Dave Mischler, Kaukauna; Dan Mischler, Kaukauna; Jeff (Krista) Mischler, Kimberly; Bill Mischler, Kaukauna, and Diane (Allen) Vaile, Pearson. She is further survived by numerous relatives and friends, especially her dear friend Diane Zimmerman. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Fred.

A memorial service for Linda will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London. Chaplain Karin Derenne will be officiating. A gathering of friends and family will take place from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

Louise M. Dayton, age 53, of Waupaca, WI passed away after a courageous 13 1/2 year battle with cancer on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at Theda-Care Regional Medical Center-Appleton.

Louise was born in Waupaca on November 8, 1964, daughter of Kermit and Linda (Porter) Peterson. She graduated from Waupaca High School in 1982. After graduating college from UW-La Crosse in 1986, Louise became a fourh-grade teacher in the Waupaca School District, where she continued until her health would not allow on November 22, 2017. On June 23, 1990, Louise married Kenneth R. Dayton at Trinity Lutheran Church. She loved volleyball (City Champion for too many years to count) softball, biking, hiking, her flower gardens and especially watching her boys play sports.

Louise is survived by her husband, Kenneth Dayton, Waupaca; her sons: Ethan (Tori) Dayton, Tyler Dayton and Ryan Dayton, all of Waupaca; her mother, Linda Hill, Waupaca; her brother, Keith (Jane) Peterson, Baxter, MN; her sister, LuAnn Kennedy, Waupaca; a stepsister, Tina Hill, Lynchburg, VA; brothers-in-law:, Michael Dayton, Wisconsin Rapids and James Dayton, Waupaca and her nephews: Blake and Kevin Peterson and Adam and Brady Kennedy. She was preceded in death by her father, Kermit Peterson; stepfather, Warren Hill; her grandparents, Paul and Stella Peterson and Clair and Ethel Porter and her stepbrother, Tim Hill.

A Memorial Service will be on Monday, January 29 at 11 a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church with Reverend Andy Behrendt, officiating. Burial will be later in the spring at Lakeside Memorial Park, Waupaca. The Memorial Visitation will be held on Sunday, January 28 from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca continuing on Monday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in the name of Louise M. Dayton. Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

Pearl Emma Knapp Eckhart Reetz, age 97, New London, was born to eternal life on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 in Fond du Lac.

She was born on July 20, 1920 in the Town of Lebanon, daughter of the late John and Esther (Frank) Knapp. Pearl worked for several area restaurants, at Hortonville Toy Factory, Juvenile Furniture, Prahl’s Bowling Alley, and Vandrees. Pearl enjoyed crocheting and made many afghans for her family.

Pearl is survived by her daughters, Janet Westphal, Fond du Lac; Judy (Dave) Mundt, Manes, Missouri; stepson, Chuck (Peggy) Reetz, Kimberly; grandchildren, Kevin (Patti) Westphal and Lori (Kurt) Hardie, both of Fond du Lac; step-grandson, Chuck (Angela) Reetz; six great-grandchildren: Melissa Hardie, Caleb Westphal, Kelly (Calvin) Grover, David (Katie) Hardie, Seth Westphal, Bethany Westphal and step great-grandchildren, Ethan and Myra; three great-great-grandchildren, Jacob, Breyden and Emilee. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, first husband Earl Eckhart; second husband Rueben Reetz; two sisters, Ruby (Lenny) Roff and Lois (Jerry) Gitter; a brother Norman Knapp; and son-in-law, David Westphal.

Funeral services for Pearl will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 29, 2018 at Emanuel Lutheran Church, New London. Rev. William Heiges will be officiating. Visitation for Pearl will take place on Sunday, January 28, 2018 from 1-5 p.m. at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home and again from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church on Monday. Burial will be in New Maple Creek Cemetery in the spring.

The family wishes to thank Pastor Heiges for his frequent visits. They also thank The Bridges of Appleton for their wonderful care they gave our mother during her 14 month stay. The family extends their deepest gratitude to the staff at Grancare Health and Rehabilitation Center for their excellent care to our mother. They learned that she touched many hearts and will be missed. A special thank you from Judy for their wonderful hospitality during her three week stay with her mom. The family also thanks Home of Hope Hospice.

The casket bearers for Gramma BoBo will be her great-grandchildren, Melissa Hardie, Caleb Westphal, Kelly Grover, David Hardie, Seth Westphal and Bethany Westphal. Honorary casket bearers will be Jacob Krause, Breyden Hardie and Emilee Grover.

The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

Dorothy J. Schmidt, age 89, New London died peacefully on Wednesday, January 24, 2018, at ThedaCare Medical Center, New London.

She was born on July 10, 1928 in the Town of Hortonia, daughter of the late Rexford and Pearl (Hoha) McNutt. On July 20, 1946, she was united in marriage to William A. Schmidt. He preceded her in death in 2001. Dorothy worked at Riches (Elm Tree) Bakery in Appleton for many years. She was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, New London. Dorothy enjoyed spending time with her sons and their families. She was a Gold Star Mother with the loss of her son Robert.

She is survived by her sons: William, Charles and Phillip; grandchildren: Andrew (Shannon) Schmidt, Denise Schmidt, Danielle Schmidt and Michael Schmidt; a sister Alice (Rev. Ralph) Walters. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son Robert, and sisters, Gladys Ames and Vera Johnson.

Funeral services for Dorothy will be held on Tuesday, January 30, 2018, at 11:00 a.m. at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, New London, with Rev. William Heiges officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday evening from 4-7 p.m. and also on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Interment will be in the Floral Hill Cemetery, New London. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

Ethel Margaret Doede, age 97, died peacefully on Monday, January 22, 2018 at Crossroads Care Center in Weyauwega.

She was born September 1, 1920 in the Town of Mukwa, daughter of the late Rhine and Lizzie Schroeder. Ethel married Hubert R. Doede on April 21, 1946 at St. Peter Lutheran Church. Her husband, her daughter Donna (Doede) McClelland, and all her brothers and sisters preceded her in death. Ethel worked 15 years at the Fairway Store in Weyauwega and later worked at Taylor Cheese until she retired at age 62. She will be fondly remembered as an energetic, independent woman that loved bowling, rummage sales, telling stories of her family growing up, canning, freezing, and cooking up some delicious holiday meals. In later years, she enjoyed going to play BINGO, needlework, and spending time with her girl friends playing cards.

Survivors in her immediate family include her son-in-law, Vernon (Bev) McClelland; three grandchildren, Kathryn (David) Rodriguez, Ann (Brad) Cullen and Jonathan (Mihcal) McClellend; seven great-grandchildren, Collin Jorgensen, Lauren Jorgensen, Tyson Templer, Milo Rodriguez, Callie Cullen, Kristen Cullen, and Jacob McClelland and seven great-great-grandchildren.

A memorial service for Ethel will take place at 11:00 a.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Weyauwega on Saturday, February 3, 2018. Rev. Dennis Lemke will be officiating. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service directly at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made out to St. Peter Lutheran Church in care of Kathryn Rodriguez, N2652 State Hwy. 110, Weyauwega, WI 54983. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

Francis (Fran/Verg) John Vergauwen, passed away on January 24, 2018 ending his battle with cancer.

He was born on March 20, 1937 in Superior, WI, son of the late Gaston and Elsie (Notenberg) Vergauwen. On July 9, 1960, Fran married his sweetheart, Carole Day. They celebrated 57 years of marriage last July. Fran’s character was known by his generosity evident from a very young age. He shared his time, talents and resources; more often anonymously. The lives that he touched are countless and extended beyond Waupaca, especially to the Franciscan Sisters in Connecticut. He was a family man and a small town family banker. He always made family first followed by service to the community and encouraged that philosophy in others. He served in the Navy for four years as an electrician mate. He was raised in Superior and moved his family to Siren to start his banking career. In 1967 he moved his family to Waupaca to become an installment loan officer at the Farmers State Bank. He was promoted to vice president in 1969. He held the position of president from 1987 to 2011 and retired at the age of 73. In 2017 the Farmers State Bank honored his over 50 years of banking. His years in Waupaca helped to shape it into what it has become today.

He is survived by his wife, Carole (Day) Vergauwen; his children: Shaun (Dave) Thoe with children Danielle and Travis, Waupaca; Ken (Jill Rolfs) Vergauwen with children JT, Eric, and Tony, Waupaca; Jim (Renee Culton) Vergauwen with children Carlene, Stephanie, Elliot, McKenzie and Colton, Glen Burnie, MD; Kelly (Ben) Baumgart with children Issac, Sam, Simon, and Hannah, Waupaca; Paula Vergauwen with son Dallas, Waupaca, French family connection Nathalie (Francis) Broc with children Luca and Nina and all the grandchildren’s spouses and eight great-grandchildren; siblings: Mother Shaun Vergauwen, Rich (Barb) Vergauwen, Ken (Alice) Vergauwen, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, Gary Vergauwen, and stepfather, Orville Haszel.

The Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Waupaca at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 31, 2018. Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, from 4 until 8 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, and on Wednesday, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in the name of Francis Vergauwen. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

Fredrick “Fred” Ruch, age 81, of Shawano (formerly Clintonville) passed away Jan. 27, 2018 in Shawano.

James Davis (Uncle Jim), age 89 of Waupaca, joined his family in heaven on Wednesday, January 24, 2018.

He was born to the late Lawrence and Neva Davis on March 1, 1928. He was preceded in death by his siblings: Rex, Jack, Bette (McDermott) and Mary Lou (Sroda).

Jim served his country in the U.S. Army, graduated from Central State Teachers College in Stevens Point and received his master’s degree in history from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. He taught history at Nicolet High School in Milwaukee for over 30 years. Jim was an avid traveler and loved his many visits to Hawaii with friends. Every summer he spent at his cabin in the Northwoods. His passions were artwork, music, and reading. He will be greatly remembered for his vast knowledge of history and his witty demeanor.

Jim requested a small private funeral at his cabin. He will be greatly missed by his nieces, nephews, and friends. The family would like to thank the staff at Park Vista-The Legacy for the exceptional care they provided.

Matthias “Ty” Vernon Ritchie, age 91, of Bear Creek, passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018 at ThedaCare Appleton.

Mathias was born on July 10, 1926, to the late Noah and Laura (Pelky) Ritchie in the Town of Maple Creek. On October 6, 1948, he was united in marriage to the love of his life Eva Clinton in Clintonville. She preceded him in death in 2009. Ty served in the US Navy for two years. He farmed most of his early life and loved woodworking and chasing deer. Ty loved to spoil his grandbabies and go out to eat with his loved ones and friends. He could converse with anyone. He was an entertainer! Ty was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bear Creek.

Ty is survived by his daughter, Donna (Richard “Cy”) Simons; three grandchildren, Matthias (Samantha) Simons, Megan (Benjamin) Barrington and Amanda (Benjamin) Bruette; three step-grandsons, Jeff (Julie) Simons, Tyler (Marie) Simons and Aaron (Curry) Simons-Terry; 11 great-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; three step-great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Millie Gore and brother-in-law, Leslie Behnke. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Ty was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Eva and nine siblings.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Ty will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bear Creek. Parish Director Lincoln Wood will be officiating. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 from 4-7 p.m. at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London and again at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuenralhome.com

The family wishes to thank the staff at ThedaCare Hospital in Appleton for their exemplary care and concern for Ty.

Maxine A. Kolosso, age 83 of Clintonville passed away Monday afternoon, January 29, 2018 at the ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton.

Maxine was born on December 28, 1934 in Shawano as the daughter of the late Willard and Hazel (Barker) Bricco. Maxine’s family moved to Clintonville when she was a young girl. She worked at the Greentree Health & Rehabilitation Center in Clintonville as a nurses aid and later was employed at Marion Plywood for 12 years prior to her health declining. In October of 1984, Maxine was united in marriage to Joseph “Joe” Kolosso Jr. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Big Falls. The couple resided in Big Falls prior to moving to Clintonville where they were members of the Christus Lutheran Church. Joe preceded his wife in death on July 16, 2013. Some of her favorite hobbies included playing cards with Marcy, playing bingo, working on puzzles, reading suspense novels, and she loved watching and spending time with her grandchildren. Maxine could be very sassy at times and will be remembered for her laughter and smile.

Survivors include: her daughters: Roberta (Roger) Clark, Vickie (Larry) Prellwitz, Cindy (Al Young) Phillips, Kay (Dave) Asenbrenner, and Tammie (Eddie) Jensen, all of Clintonville; Sheila (Lee) Barnick-Fredrick, Marion; son, Mark (Melissa) Phillips, Black Creek; stepsons: Joseph (Candace) Kolosso, III, Burlington; Timothy Kolosso, Mauston; Rick (Deanna) Kolosso, Greenfield, and Jimmy Bessette, Clintonville; 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; brothers: Darrel Bricco, Sugarbush; Floyd (Joan Bains) Bricco, Clintonville, and Howard (Margaret) Bricco, Leopolis; special niece and friend, Marcy Bricco. Maxine was preceded in death by her parents, husband Joe, a son in infancy, grandchildren, Stacy Jensen and Benjamin Sasse, a sister Jane Ullery, and two brothers, Robert and Larry Bricco.

Maxine’s funeral service will be held Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 5 p.m. at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, 53 N. Main Street, Clintonville with Rev. Brian Crocker and Rev. Benjamin Hollingsead officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday from 3 p.m. until the time of service. Inurnment will take place at the Big Falls Cemetery in the spring. Condolences may be sent online at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.

Maxine’s family would like to thank the staff at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton for the outstanding care she received during her stay.

Darleen Joy Gust, age 76, of Weyauwega, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2018 at her residence.

Darleen was born on September 22, 1941 in the Town of Union, Waupaca County, to the late Paul and Lillian (Willie) Wegener. She was united in marriage to Max Gust on January 27, 1962 in Gesu Catholic Church in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death in 2010. Darleen enjoyed raising her five children, baking, cooking, making preserves, gardening, doing ceramics, bowling, dart league and playing cards-especially cribbage. She worked at Lakeview Manor about 15 years and as a secretary to a CPA. Her bowling team meant a lot to her-they were such great friends. She was known for her saying, “Lord love a duck!” Darleen was known by many around Weyauwega as the “Peanut Brittle Lady”. She enjoyed making it as long as people ordered some. She loved her toy poodles- Pepper and Cinnamon. Darleen called them her little “Spice Girls”. She also enjoyed playing the piano even though age took a toll on her nimble fingers and eye sight. She loved making homemade bread, cookies, cinnamon rolls, and pies for her children and whatever else they asked for, especially double cherry cheesecake. The boys loved her pork chops, potato dumplings and sauerkraut-which they always got on their birthdays and so did their father. She really loved fishing with her sons, Tim and Greg. Even if the fish weren’t biting, she loved being out there and spending time with them. She loved her grandchildren and was so proud of them.

She is survived by her children: Tana House, Tana (Randy) Everts, Greg Gust, Tammy (John) Roberts, Tim (Amy) Gust and Travis (Kelly Jean) Gust; grandchildren: Melissa (Travis) Konrad, Travis (Tasha) Peterson, Leif (Becky) Peterson, Andrew Peterson; Justi (Greg) Kurz, Luke, Joey, Bethany, and Levi Everts; Bodhi Gust; Tony (Karissa) Pellerino, Adam and Audrey Vargas; and Maxwell and Grayson Gust, as well as 14 great-grandkids. She is further survived by cousins, nieces, nephews, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, and husband.

A memorial service that will celebrate Darleen’s life will be held on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cline-Hanson-Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega with Rev. Greg Watling officiating. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial fund has been established. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

Arthur Richard Messerschmidt, born on May 31, 1930, Oshkosh Wisconsin, died January 10, 2018 in Florida of old age.

Arthur is survived by wife Patricia, sons, Steve and Dan. Academics, athletics, and a commitment to family and hard work were earmarks of Art’s life

Art graduated from UW Madison in 1954 with a 4.0 GPA. He was married to Patricia for 66 years and raised two sons, Steve and Dan. Pat and Art also helped raise their nephew Matt when his mother died. Art started his career at Sealtest Foods and rose to assistant treasurer of Kraft Foods. He only worked for one company his entire career. At age 73, Art won the Florida Seniors Doubles State Tennis Championship. He also water skied well into his 70s. He is missed by all who had the good fortune to have known him.

Becker Funeral Home is serving the family. beckerfamilyfuneral.com

Phyllis Mae (Dent) McFaul, age 90, of Ripon, WI, (formerly of Eagle River, WI) passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 28, 2018, at Wolverton Glen Assisted Living.

Phyllis was born on December 4, 1927 in New London, WI to Lloyd and Rose (Hoffman) Dent. Her father worked in the logging industry, so the family moved multiple times to Michigan and to various places in Wisconsin. They moved back to New London, WI, where she met and married the love of her life, Lee McFaul in June of 1945. They were blessed with 57 years of marriage and six children. They moved to Eagle River, WI in August of 1955. Phyllis worked for the local drugstore as it changed hands over the years from Mulrooney’s to Woody’s to Wall Street Pharmacy. She retired from there in 1998. Family was very important to Phyllis and she was always there to support them. Her love of reading was passed on to all of her children. Phyllis was a great cook and loved to bake. All of the children and grandchildren fondly remember the back room where all the baked goods were kept at Christmas time. She was very creative and quite handy. Phyllis enjoyed working crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. Phyllis and Lee also enjoyed dancing. We all hope they are dancing in heaven.

Phyllis is survived by her children, Sharon (Doug) Breit of Eagle River, Mike McFaul of Phelps, Lynne McFaul of Eagle River, Chris (Matt) George of Ripon, Terry (Stephanie Mikesell) McFaul of Madison; sister, Beverly Beyer; brother, Gary Dent; grandchildren, Terry Lee, Candice, Molly, Dawn, Eric, Heidi, Tammy, Brenda, Dan, Becky, Melissa, Andy and Matt; great-grandchildren, Ewan, Galen, Sean, Kathyrn, Rondae, Arnold, Kymberlee, Megan, Josie, Abbygail, Nick, Ashley, Danika, Javyn, Amelia, Isaiah, Azariah; great-great-grandchildren, Todd and Ricky. Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband, Lee; son, Ross; grandson, Chris; her sisters, Joyce and Sherry and brother, Percy.

A celebration of her life will be held in a private ceremony at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Heartland Hospice, N6650 Rolling Meadows Dr., Ste. 1, Fond du Lac, WI 54937, Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675 or Walter E. Olson Memorial Library, 203 N. Main St., Eagle River, WI 54521. Please visit www.butzinmarchant.com to send online condolences.

Harlen “Sonny” V. Olson of Waupaca, formerly of Chapman, Kansas, age 83, passed away on Friday, February 2, 2018, with his family by his side.

He was born in Chicago, IL on November 17, 1934 to the late Harlan and Frances (Kowalski) Olson. On July 2, 1955, he married Mavis Pagel. Sonny enjoyed his family, especially his grandchildren, as well as fishing, socializing, singing, music and his dog Chucker. He was a well-respected breeder and trainer of greyhounds.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Mavis; children: Lorrie (Walt) Noeller of Salina, KS; Terrie (Richard) Sherrets of Waupaca; Mooch (Dixie) Olson of Solomon, KS; brothers and sisters, Robert (Shirley) Olson of TN; Lana (Leroy) Ecklund of Winneconne; Dianne Martin of TN; Andrea (Jim) McIntyre of West Palm Beach, FL; Cindy (Brian) Amundson of Iola; nine grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Jamie; brothers, Algy and Butch and sisters, Beverly, Sandra and Adrianne, and beloved niece, Linda.

The Memorial Service will be on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11 a.m. Friends and family may gather on Friday at the Maple Crest Funeral Home, Waupaca, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.