Elaine Catherine Stevens, from South Long Lake Road in Waupaca WI, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 80 years old.

She was born in Little Chute, WI on January 8, 1938 to the late Emil and Mary (Coonen) Schmitt.

Survivors include: husband, Lawrence Stevens of Waupaca, WI; daughter, Deborah Campshure (Len) of Wild Rose, WI; daughter, Barbara (Jim) Stotzheim of Pine River, WI; son, Alan (Krystal) Stevens of Scandinavia, WI; son, David Stevens (Kristie) of Las Vegas, NV; son, Robert Stevens of Hortonville, WI, three sisters, one brother, nine grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

It really brought Elaine joy to spend time with family, especially outside at the cottage on nice summer days. She is well known for doing her beautiful needle work, great meals, and regular weekend attendance at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Waupaca, WI. Elaine and Larry enjoyed a good 60 years of marriage, involving many winter months spent enjoying themselves in Mexico together.

There will be a Visitation from 10-11 a.m., and a Memorial Service at 11 a.m. at the Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca, WI on Wednesday, February 7, 2018. Fr. Amalraj Roche will be officiating.

Dolores A. Knaus, age 82, of Mayville passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at the St Francis Home in Fond du Lac.

Dolores was born the daughter of Arnold and Loretta (Feldner) Simon on January 6, 1936 in Mount Calvary. She attended Holy Cross in Mount Calvary and graduated from St. Mary Springs High School ln 1954. She was united in marriage to James Knaus on May 12, 1956 at Holy Cross Church in Mount Calvary. Dolores, along with her husband James, owned and operated the family cheese business Weyauwega Star Dairy, in Weyauwega WI. Family was important to Dolores as she raised five boys and helped with the family farm. She was an active member at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy, WI and was a past organist for the parish. Dolores was also a past member of the Christian Mothers. In her spare time, Dolores enjoyed playing cards and spending time with family.

Dolores is survived by her husband James of Mayville; her sons: Daniel (Theresa) Knaus of Rosendale, Michael (Laurie) Knaus of Weyauwega, Mark Knaus of Weyauwega (Kathy Lawrence of West Bend), Stephen (Renee) Knaus of Sun Prairie, Gerard (Terri) Knaus of Weyauwega; her grandchildren- Frank (Kendra) Knaus, Cecilia Knaus (fiancé Michael Marx), Jamie (Karl) Keach, Amanda Knaus, Nichole (Jeff) Jesberger, Jason (Erica) Knaus, Chad Knaus (fiancée Cassandra Miller), and Tara (Christopher) Nesbit; her great-grandchildren- Ezekiel ‘Zeke’, Emmie, Max, Claire, Jerad, Deklan, and Owen; her bother Joe (Pat) Simon of Mount Calvary, her sister Mary (Doug) Viegut of Kaukauna, her sisters-in-law- Serena Quackenbus of Fond du lac, Helen Olig of New Holstein, Anna May Schwartz of Chilton, and Carol Schneider of Fond du Lac. She was preceded in death by her parents, her two daughters in infancy, Paula Marie and Judith Ann; her brother Arland and sister Regenia; her sisters and brother in-law- Zelda (Jim) Blonigan, Rosie (Fricky) Klinzing, Virginia (Vince) Demshar, Martina (Don) Steffes, Roman Quackenbus, Irwin Olig, Florian Schwartz, Leo Schneider, and Bernice (Francis) Schaefer.

A visitation will take place on Wednesday, February 7th from 4 until 8 p.m. at St. Andrews Catholic Church in LeRoy; a luncheon will be served from 4 to 9 p.m. at Wisco Supper Club in LeRoy, for anyone attending this visitation. Visitation on Thursday February 8th from 12 p.m. until time of mass. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy with Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack and Rev. Fr. Larry Abler presiding. Burial will take place at St. Andrew Catholic Cemetery following the Mass and a luncheon will follow at the church hall. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Special thanks to the staff at the St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac and especially to Fr. Larry Abler, Fr. Adrian and Sister Marianna for all of their support and care shown to Dolores and her family during her time there.

Gary E. Raddatz, 74 of New London, died peacefully with family by his side following a short illness on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton.

Gary was born on June 8, 1943, in the Township of Lebanon, the son of Royal and Anna (Brennstuhl) Raddatz. In 1961, the day after graduating from Bear Creek High School, Gary enlisted and left home for the U.S. Army. He served one tour of duty in Germany being honorably discharged in 1964. Following his return home from the military, Gary married Geraldine Samson on August 31, 1968 at Grace Lutheran Church, Sugar Bush. They celebrated 49 years of marriage together. Gary was employed by Hillshire Farms his entire working career while also owning and operating the family “hobby” farm. Following his retirement, Gary continued to raise chickens and peacocks, always had a dog by his side, and continued to insist that pygmy goats were the cutest babies born on the farm. Gary enjoyed playing cards frequently, gambling occasionally, dancing and listening to polka music, shooting pool, bowling, swimming and socializing with his neighbors at the New London Pool, farming, and hunting.

Gary is survived by his wife, Geraldine “Gerry” Raddatz; children, Jody (Nikki) Raddatz, Jim Raddatz, and Julie (fiancé Christopher Gustavus) Raddatz; brothers, Rev. Ronald (Barb) Raddatz and Steve (Sharon) Raddatz; sisters, Joyce (Lee) Bressler, Cheryl (Jim) Molenda, Cindy (Bob) Buschkopf, and Patty (Jim) Rooyakkers. He is further survived by his brothers-in-law, Hugh Samson, Kenny (Pam) Samson, and Francis Samson; sisters-in-law, Ruth Hoffman, Betty (Don) Moravec, Pearl Steffen, Judy Samson, Dianne Stronach, Blanch (Tom) Pryor and Christy Samson; special cousin, Beth Schlomann; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Gary will be sadly missed by his pals, Peanut, Reba and Abbey. Gary is preceded in death by his parents; son, Dominic; brother, LeRoy Raddatz; and father and mother in-law, Frank and Magdaline Samson.

The memorial service for Gary will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Emanuel Lutheran Church, New London with Rev. Marcus Schulz officiating. Family and friends are welcomed to visit at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, New London on Sunday, February 11, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. and again directly at the church Monday morning from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Ruckdashel Cemetery, Sugar Bush. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Elizabeth Hospital for the phenomenal care they provided Gary and the family during his stay there. They would also like to recognize daughter in-law, Nikki Raddatz for the calm and peace she provided Gary during his final days.

Surrounded by his loving family, Vincent F. Miskinis, age 91, passed away Sunday, February 4, 2018 at his residence. He was born in Racine, January 22, 1927, son of the late Casper and Domicele (nee: Bakutis) Miskinis.

Vincent attended Washington Park High School. He proudly served in the United States Army, Air Force and Marine Corps. On Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1954 at St. Catherine’s Church, Cincinnati, OH he was united in marriage to Shirley M. Probst. She preceded him in death, November 18, 2000. He was employed as a Police Officer with the Racine Police Department for thirty-one years, retiring as Sergeant. Vincent was a member of St. Rita Catholic Church. He adored swimming at Racine’s North Beach and Quarry Lake Park, canoeing on Browns Lake, target shooting, and traveling. More than anything he cherished time spent with his family.

He will be sadly missed by his children, Karen Miskinis of Racine, Greg (Maria) Miskinis of Waupaca, WI; his two granddaughters, Taylor and Kendal; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Richard (Joan) Probst of Cincinnati, OH; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by his sisters, Stella Miskinis, Laura Miskinis and Casimira (Harold) Grzyb.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Rita’s Catholic Church, 4339 Douglas Avenue, Racine, on Thursday February 8, 2018, 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Rich O’Leary O.S.A. officiating. Interment with Full Military Honors will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass at 10:30 a.m. Memorials to the Racine Police K-9 Unit or the Humane Society of Waupaca County have been suggested. Maresh-Meredith & Acklam Funeral Home in Racine is assisting the family. Please send condolences to www.meredithfuneralhome.com

Sarah L. Volz, age 98, New London passed away on February 3, 2018.

She was born on September 17, 1919 at home on the family farm in the Town of Helvetia, Waupaca County. She was the youngest and last surviving child of the late Edward and Emilia (Besler) Rohde. Sarah was baptized, confirmed and married at St. Marks Lutheran Church, Symco. She graduated from Iola High School in 1937. She was a member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, New London. On July 10, 1948, she was married to Herbie R. Volz; he preceded her in death in 1982. Sarah worked in the office at Hamilton & Sons Canning Company, the Weber Clinic and Curwood, Inc.; retiring in 1984. She enjoyed reading, listening to music, dancing, bus tours, going out to eat and visiting with family and friends.

Sarah is survived by her nieces: Patricia (Dean) Zander, Manawa; Carol (Craig) Jannusch, Crossville TN; Shirley (Ned) Clesceri, Des Plaines, IL; nephews: Ralph Jensen, Ogdensburg and William (Judy) Rohde, New Brighton, MN. She is further survived by other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends, including special friends, Sarah and Bill Steinke and family of Fall Creek, WI. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, four brothers: Fred, Elmer, Carl and Alvin and three sisters, Ottelia Rineck, Ella Rohde and Ida Jensen.

Funeral services for Sarah will be held on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Emanuel Lutheran Church, New London with Rev. Marcus Schulz officiating. Visitation will be held on Thursday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Symco. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Emanuel Lutheran Church Building Fund. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhomes.com

Barclay Robert Boers, age 68, of Amherst Junction, passed away at home on February 2, 2018 after a courageous battle with amiodarone-induced pulmonary fibrosis.

Barclay “Bob” was born April 22, 1949 in Evanston, IL, the son of Robert and Jane Boers (Knapstein). He grew up in Elmhurst, IL and spent summers in Waupaca on the Chain o’ Lakes where he later came to live year round. He attended three years at UWSP studying Earth Sciences of geography, geology and meteorology before enlisting in US Air Force as a Command and Control Systems Specialist, attaining the rank of Sergeant during the Vietnam conflict before receiving an Honorable Discharge in 1976. He returned to Waupaca where, at age 28, met the love of his life, Debbie Danielson. They married on Dec. 23, 1978 in the home of Adelyn Danielson where their “elopement” surprised both Boers and Danielson families attending a Christmas party by inviting a minister. They enjoyed 40 happy years together in their beautiful “box in the woods” surrounded by love, laughter and nature. While growing up in Elmhurst, IL, he developed two lifelong passions. He would visit a public conservatory near his home where he developed an interest in tropical plants at an early age. Secondly, Elmhurst had three major railroads nearby which created his mesmerizing curiosity in trains. After his military service, he pursued a career in the railroad industry starting with Chicago & Northwestern Railway at Green Bay in Signals Dept, moving to Stevens Point to work for the Soo Line RR, Wisconsin Central RR and Canadian National RR in Transportation as brakeman, conductor, retiring in 2007 after 11 years as a RR Dispatcher in Stevens Point with a total of 28 years of RR service. Barclay was a loyal, trustworthy husband and friend with a reputation of integrity. Due to his remarkably diverse self-education with superb recall, he was known as a “walking encyclopedia” and could talk factual details about any subject. Jeopardy was his favorite TV show and could often out-match the contestants. He enjoyed a good game of sheepshead, as well as fishing, storm-chasing, horticulture, hunting and swimming his dogs. He was an avid collector of exotic orchids, owning prized cymbidium orchids envied by growers / collectors in California. Barclay has authored expert articles in the Official Publication of the Cymbidium Society of America.

He will be deeply missed by his wife Debbie; one daughter Marcia Buege, Rosholt; three grandchildren, Kyle Bemowski, NY, Serenity Hackl, Rosholt, Izaak Buege, Rosholt; three great-grandchildren, Kallie Jo Kiggins, Junction City, with Konnor and Kolton Bemowski, NY. He is also survived by his mother, Jane (Knapstein) Boers, Waupaca; three brothers, Barry, Jupiter, FL, Bradley, Kent, CT, Baxter Boers, St. Georges, UT; one sister, Barbara (Craig) Lane, Waupaca; aunt Mary (Knapstein) Hanson, CA; many nieces and nephews; as well as his beloved labrador retrievers, Boxcar Willie and Magnum Maggie. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert P. Boers and his aunt Ruth (Knapstein) Johnson.

Inurnment will be at the Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery at King, WI. A celebration of his life with graveside Military Honors will be scheduled for close family and friends in the spring.

Florence E. Landon, age 95, of Waupaca, formerly of Port Wing, WI, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at Wisconsin Veterans Home in King, WI.

She was born on July 25, 1922 in Exeland, WI. On June 28, 1941 she married James Landon. He preceded her in death in 2008. Florence farmed in the Port Wing area with her husband for over 40 years. She was a member of First Lutheran Church in Port Wing. Florence loved her family, was an excellent cook, enjoyed gardening, quilting and working in her flower garden.

Florence is survived by her daughter, Shirley (William) Sexton; grandchildren, Shelly (Jon) Wertschnig and their children, Josphine and Gwen; Ryan (Ellen) Sexton and their son Adam and Stacey (Gary) Petroff, and their son, Blake. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Florence was preceded in death by her parents, husband and sisters, Alice and Christie.

The funeral service for Florence will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Ainsworth Hall Chapel, Wisconsin Veteran’s Home in King with Chaplain Wayne Schwanke officiating. Visitation will take place at Ainsworth Hall from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Weyauwega. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

The family wishes to thank the 3rd floor staff at Ainsworth Hall for their loving care.

Lowell E. Williams, 86 of West Allis, Wisconsin passed away on January 31, 2018.

Lowell was born on May 11, 1931 to G. Elmer and Helen (Jensen) Williams in Wild Rose, WI. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. On June 6, 1958 he married Carol Parker in Waupaca, WI. He was retired from Allis Chalmers after 32 years. Lowell loved being up north, fishing and hunting.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; sons, Gary (Theresa), Mike (Jean); daughters, Julie (Jim) and Jodi; grandchildren: Todd, Daniel, Michael and Lauren.

Funeral services will be February 10, 2018 at Martin Luther Church, 9235 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI from 9 to 12. Burial and celebration of life will take place later this summer.

Larry Jack “Moon” Anker, age 65, of Shawano died on Thursday, February 1, 2018 in Appleton.

Larry was born on June 9, 1952, the son of the late Marvin B. and Viola O.A. (Braun) Anker. He enlisted into the United States Army on October 23, 1970 and proudly served our country until his honorable discharge on October 15, 1973. Moon enjoyed carpentry, was a full-time crossword enthusiast and a part-time lizard wrangler. He was an avid gardener, often sharing his bounty with his neighbors, friends and family. More than anything, Larry loved spending time with his son.

Moon is survived by: his son, Justin Jack (Vana) Anker; his siblings, Roland Anker, Mary (Stan) Norris, Nathan Anker, Howard (Judy) Anker, Judi Bibelhausen and Sally Netzel; as well as numerous and loved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by: his parents; and three siblings, Montana Anker, Alvin Anker and Joe Anker; his nephew, Damon Anker; and his brother-in-law, Bob Bibelhausen.

Per Larry’s wishes, no services will be held. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com

“The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to.” – Carl Sandburg

Eugene “Peanuts” Gunderson, age 83, of Iola, WI, passed away Saturday, February 3, at his residence.

Eugene was born in Amherst Jct., Wisconsin on July 26, 1934, a son of the late Agnes Gertie (Mork) and Morris Gunderson. Peanuts married Janet Jacobson on June 22, 1957. Peanuts was a hard worker. When he was young he worked with his dad and brothers building houses. He served in the United States Army for two years. He began farming….in the 60s. He took pride in everything he would do whether it was farming, wood-working, carpentry or restoring tractors. Peanuts was a proud husband, friend and father who loved the mornings, it was the best part of the day. His favorite hobbies included, fishing, turkey hunting, watching football games, restoring tractors, feeding the birds, chasing the squirrels away, playing dominoes with friends and neighbors. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends around the dinner table or the picnic table was a good time for him to goof and joke. He liked being outside and in “The Shop”, was his favorite place to be. He also liked listening to his polka music and taking a nap in his chair. Peanuts had sayings that were known by many such as – “See ya around like a donut”, -”You betcha”, and many others that can’t be mentioned. He was a proud Norwegian that liked meatballs but hated Lutefisk. Imagine that! “See ya around like a donut!”

He is survived by his wife, Janet Gunderson, of Iola; daughters: Julie Woyak, of Elderon; Tami (Pat Hedstrom) Gunderson, of Tomahawk and Shari (Brett) Boehnlein, of Stevens Point; six-grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and one- great-great-grandchild; sisters-in-law, Joan Gunderson of Iola and Betty Gunderson of Iola; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marlyn and Diane Jacobson of Scandinavia and Gary and Sue Jacobson of Iola. Peanuts is also survived by nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by brothers, Kenneth Gunderson, Lavern “Pete” Gunderson and son-in-law, Mark Woyak.

Memorial Service will be held at Northland Lutheran Church at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 12th, with Reverend Dan Somers officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. at Northland Lutheran Church. Register Book and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.voiefuneralhome.com. Voie Funeral Home in Iola is handling the arrangements.

Eva M. Ehrenberg, age 93, of Waupaca passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018 at Park Vista.

Eva was born in Milwaukee, WI on March 4, 1924, the daughter of the late Peter and Anna (Wilding) Poos. She worked in the Catalog Department at Sears & Roebuck Company in Milwaukee. On July 4, 1942, she married Steffen Hollender and he preceded her in death on September 1, 1992. She then married Clarence Ehrenberg on July 19, 1997 and he also preceded her in death on February 1, 2017. She is a member of St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, Waupaca.

Eva is survived by her daughter-in-law, Denise Hollender, Arizona; her grandchildren: Dustin (Samantha) Hollender, Terry Cerniglia, Brian Cerniglia and Deb Young; two great-grandchildren; her dear friend, Connie VanAsten, Waupaca. Also, surviving are stepchildren and their families and other relatives and friends. Eva was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, Steffen Hollender; her second husband, Clarence Ehrenberg; her son, Kenneth Hollender; her daughter, Shirley Cerniglia; a grandson, Tanner Hollender; four brothers and one sister.

The Funeral Mass will be on Friday, February 9 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, Waupaca with Father Amalraj Roche. Burial will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee. Visitation will be on Friday morning from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the church. Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

Paul Robert Nelson, 70, passed away peacefully at his home on February 7, 2018.

He was born June 10, 1947 in Waupaca, WI to Hans and Edna (Johnson) Nelson. Paul married Susan Schroeder on November 22, 1975 in Wayzata, MN. Paul was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend.

Those he leaves behind are his wife Susan of 42 years; daughters, Sara (Jeff) Karweick of Eden, WI; Erin (Ryan) Pues of Appleton, WI; his beloved grandchildren, Kole, Meghan and Aubrey and his dogs, Max and Ruby; his sister, Joan (Mike) Springer of Milwaukee, WI; his sister, Carol (Lloyd) Matheson of Iowa City, IA; his brother, Ken (Rose) Nelson of Mosinee, WI and his brother, Roger (Sheila) Nelson of Waupaca, WI; brother-in-law; Steve (Vicky) Schroeder of River Falls, WI; many cousins, nephews, nieces and dear friends; special friend and travel buddy, Mark Forseth of Iola, WI.

Paul graduated from Iola-Scandinavia High School in 1965. He then served in the Vietnam War in 1968-69, earning a Bronze Star for Valor. Upon return, he worked at the Scandinavia Co-Op and eventually started his own roofing business named after his daughters, Sara and Erin. He ran a very successful business and included many local gentleman as hired hands. He enjoyed playing baseball with the Scandinavia Vikings. He also played softball and was known for hitting it out of the park. He enjoyed random trips to the casino, car rides with the dogs, looking for the next big deal and spending time with his family. Paul was an avid sports fan. He supported the local teams and often traveled near and far to support their success. On July 7, 2004 Paul received the gift of life having a heart transplant at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

His pride and joy were his grandchildren. He would never miss a sporting event, concert, or just an opportunity to be with them. His love for them was intense and they will miss him terribly. He was the most hard-working, loving, caring man to all. His smile and laugh were contagious. He left a mark on everyone that met him. You’d often find him handing out random $2 bills to children he didn’t even know.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Hans and Edna Nelson.

Visitation: Paul’s family welcomes relatives and friends to a time of visitation at Voie Funeral Home, 120 S Main St, Iola, WI on Sunday, February 11, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. Paul’s family will again welcome relatives and friends on Monday, February 12, 2018 from 9 a.m. to 11.a.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church. Services will be on Monday, February 12th at 11 a.m. at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 395 E Iola St, Iola, WI. Paul will receive full military honors following the service. Burial will happen at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established.

“You were born silent.
Perfect and beautiful.
Still loved. Still missed.
Still remembered. Everyday.
Stillborn. But Still born.”

Harriet Ann Reynolds Nielsen and Greta Rae Reynolds Nielsen, infant daughters of Angie and Troy Nielsen of Iola, passed peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2018.

When their eyes opened for the first time, they saw Jesus. They were brought into the world in the loving arms of their parents, surrounded by family. Even though they never took a breath in this earthly world, they are loved and continue to touch the lives of many. Their big brother, Oscar, loved to pray for them and couldn’t wait to hold them. Their big sister, Eva, was excited to show them her dance moves and rock them to sleep. Angie and Troy are honored to be the parents of their beautiful girls. Harriet and Greta are deeply missed and will be remembered forever.

Greta Rae and Harriet Ann are survived by their parents, Angie and Troy Nielsen (Oscar, Eva); grandparents, Cass and Carol Reynolds; aunt, Christie Reynolds and uncle, Joshua Garrison (Ezra); uncle, Michael Reynolds and significant other, Krista Stipplemans; uncle, TJ and aunt, Tina Nielsen (JT, Nolan); great-grandmother, Audrey Seidel and husband, Max Seidel; as well as extended family and cherished friends. They are preceded in death by their grandparents, Thomas and Deborah Nielsen; great-grandfather, Ray Reynolds; great-grandparents, Norman and Eva Kloc; great-grandparents, Jack and Phyllis Nielsen; great-grandmother, Dorothy Boldus as well as extended family and cherished friends.

To honor the lives and memory of our beautiful babies, donations can be made to the Greta and Harriet Nielsen Memorial Fund established at In the Beginning Midwifery Service, PO Box 402, Iola, WI 54945. In the Beginning honors and respects the diverse and sacred experiences of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. All donations will be used to serve a greater number of local families experiencing hardship or loss.

A private service will be held for the family. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

Leonard Leroy Thontlin, age 76 of New London, passed away at Crossroads Care Center in Weyauwega, following a brief illness.

Leonard was born on November 30, 1941 to the late Russell and Florence (Wortman) Thontlin in Joliet, IL. He was united in marriage to Beverly Hutchison on April 4, 1964 in Manawa. Leonard worked at Prairie State in Illinois and then Neenah Papers for over 30 years, retiring in 1999. Leonard was an avid Chicago Bears fan. He was a car enthusiast and loved drawing cars. He enjoyed Nascar and going to the races at WIR. Leonard enjoyed the outdoors, gardening and planting trees. He will be greatly missed by his entire family, including his faithful dog, Jhasta.

Leonard is survived by his wife, Beverly; children, Brenda Thontlin-Mitze, New London; Dan (Holly) Thontlin, Manawa; Tanya Berry (fiancé Robert Draheim), Manawa and Julia Thontlin, New London; grandchildren, Jesse (special friend Trisha), Jaclyn, Joseph, George, Tyler, Hunter and Gunner; great-grandchildren, Kyle and Violet; half-brother, Russell (Kathy) Thontlin, Lockport, IL and sister, Virginia Feltz, North Fort Meyers, FL. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Leonard was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary; granddaughter, Tara Thontlin and grandson, Eric Berry.

The funeral service for Leonard will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, February 12, 2018 at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home. Rev. Bil Sutlief will be officiating. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Little Wolf Cemetery, Town of Little Wolf. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

Myrtle L. Bolen, age 66, of Scandinavia, WI passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at Theda-Care Regional Medical Center in Appleton.

She was born in Reedsburg, WI on June 6, 1951, a daughter of the late Lysle and Perry (Bachar) Janzen. Myrtle married Anthony L. Bolen on June 11, 1969 in Madison. He preceded her in death on July 30, 1983.

Survivors include her children: Cynthia (Philip) Trussoni, Scandinavia, WI; Valarie (Mark) Schmieder, Appleton, WI; Arthur (Michele) Bolen, Waupaca, WI; Farrah Bolen, Spooner, WI; grandchildren: Joseph Abhold; Sarah Abhold; Rebecca Abhold; Sonja Jones; Mark Schmieder II; Ceoni Schmieder; Anthony Bolen; Alexander Bolen; Rylan Adams; great-grandchildren: Izabelle Guerrero, Alexiana VanEperen, Aiden Guerrero, Gracie and Isabelle Trussoni; siblings: Arthur (Kathy) Janzen, William “Bill” Janzen, Ramona (James) Rabuck and Lori (David) Thurman. Myrtle is further survived by numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband – Anthony, mother-in-law, father-in-law, brother – Curtis Janzen and nephew – Christopher Rabuck.

A Memorial Service will be held at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca at 11 a.m. on Saturday, February 17, 2018 with Rev. Dione Miller officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family to offset final costs are appreciated.

Virginia M. Smith, age 90, of Clintonville passed away Thursday, February 8, 2018 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center, Appleton.

The former Viginia Myrtle Starks was born on July 30, 1927 in Racine to Earl and Sophie (Pranke) Starks. She grew up in Racine and attended school there. Her family moved around quite a bit but in the 1950s she settled down in the Clintonville area. Virginia had lived in Marion, Manawa, New London, and Clintonville for many years. She did help out on the farm when she lived in the Symco area. Virginia was also employed for some time at Sturm Foods in Manawa. But she was most proud of being a homemaker and raising her children. Virginia volunteered for so many years at the Union Thresheree in Symco helping out wherever she was needed. Virginia always grew the biggest vegetables and most beautiful flowers in her garden. She would can or freeze almost everything that she grew. She enjoyed horseback riding, working in her garden, and reading the Bible. Virginia was a member of Seventh-Day Adventist Church in New London. She loved the Lord with all her heart and often read her Bible daily. Over the years, she even wrote her auto biography for a family keepsake. Virginia was a longtime member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary of New London. She also served at the Wisconsin Veterans Home at King helping out the residents. Virginia will be remembered most as a strong, independent, and determined lady who always loved her family deeply.

Virginia is survived by three children: Adrienne Landrum of Marion, Rocky Behreandt of Michigan, and Rick (Sue) Behreandt of Michigan. There are 10 grandchildren: Paul Mortenson of Marion, Mark Mortenson of Colorado, Daniel Mortenson of Iola, Jason (Sheri) Bailey of Waupaca, Michelle (James) Johnson of Waupaca, Jeremy Bailey of Manawa, Josh (Becky) Behreandt of Tigerton, and three others. There are 14 great-grandchildren: Dusty Sonnenberg, Brianna (Joe) Grosskopf and Courtney Mortenson, David and Dale Mortenson, Sydney and Gibson Bailey, Claire Johnson, Cheyenne Bailey, Loki Behreandt, and four others. There are three great-great-grandchildren: Trinity and Lucas Sonneberg, and Eoweys Grosskopf. There are four siblings: Eloy (Judy) Sneller of Union Grove, Teresa Nelson of Tomah, Dawn Davis of Neenah, and Linda (Dan) Heuer of Iola. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. Virginia is preceded in death by a grandson Matthew Sonnenberg, great-grandson Brady Bailey, son-in-law Walley Landrum; three sisters: Yvonne Roberts, Audrey Duda, and Joyce Buisse and one brother Clarence Sneller Jr.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, February 18th at 11:00 a.m. at Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, with Pastor Carlos Ancheta officiating. A luncheon will follow the service so please plan on staying to share in food and fellowship. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers or plants, please consider a contribution in Virginia’s memory to Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 921 Smith St., New London, WI 54961.

Karen Kae Gluth age 65 of Stevens Point, passed away peacefully on Friday afternoon, February 9, 2018, after a brief illness.

She was born in Clintonville on August 1, 1952, to Herman and Livia (Fandrey) Gluth. Karen was born with special needs and spent many years living in special care facilities around Wisconsin. Despite her limitations, Karen enjoyed her life listening to music, watching TV, visiting the zoo, community outings, long car rides, and, most recently, kayaking and swimming.

Welcoming her into heaven are her parents, Herman and Livia, and her brother, Lyle Gluth, her grandparents, aunts, uncles and a cousin. Karen will be deeply missed by her brother, Gary Gluth and his family, along with her special aunt, Betty McConley, many cousins, special family friend, LaVerne Sell and her family, and the staff of Aurora Residential Alternatives. Karen’s family extends their deepest appreciation to the people of Aurora who cared for her and made her life so enjoyable each and every day.

Private family funeral services will be held 3 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville with the Rev. Vilas Mazemke officiating. Interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery, Clintonville in the spring. Family members may call on Tuesday at the funeral home from 2 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Karen’s name are encouraged to be directed to St. Martin Lutheran Church, 100 S. Clinton Ave. Clintonville, WI 54929. An online guestbook is available at eberhardtstevenson.com.

Dorothy I. Keller, age 93 of Marion, passed away Sunday, February 11, 2018 in Clintonville.

Carol J. Hogen, age 77, of Clintonville passed away Friday, February 9, 2018 at her home.

The former Carol Jean Snyder was born on August 23, 1940 in Durand, Wisconsin to Earl and Olive (Weber) Snyder. She grew up in Durand and graduated from Durand High School. Carol was united in marriage on November 12, 1960 to Allen N. Hogen in Spring Valley, WI. The couple lived for a short time in Spring Valley and then moved to Port Washington. She worked as a secretary for some years at Port Washington High School. In 1973 the couple moved to Clintonville where they owned and operated Big Al’s Badger Tap on Main Street for a number of years. Her husband preceded her in death on July 30, 1992. Carol was employed for 23 years as a clerk at Pamida in Clintonville. After retirement, she served for many years as cemetery sexton for St. Rose Cemetery. Carol was a longtime member of St. Rose Catholic Church, Clintonville, where she sang in the choir, taught Religious Education classes, and sponsored many children over the years. A main interest of Carol’s was writing poetry and she was published in the World Book of Poetry. In 1990, because of her writing, Carol flew to Las Vegas to receive an award presented to her by Bob Hope. She liked singing and playing the piano, and getting together with her friends, The Golden Girls, every week. Carol also had a soft spot for animals and all the stray dogs seemed to find their way to her door and she always took them in. She especially loved spending time with family and friends, and spoiling her grandchildren.

Survivors include three children: Albert (Kelly) Hogen of Amery, WI; David (Tina) Hogen of Clintonville, and Bobbi Sullivan of New London. There are six grandchildren: David (Lauren) Hogen, Amber (Brian) Petereck, Mike Hogen, Nick Hogen, Brandon (Alyssa) Sullivan, and Shayla Sullivan. There are three great-grandsons: William, Connor, Ben, and soon to arrive a great-granddaughter. There are four siblings: Lyle Snyder of Durand, Faye Johnson of Durand, Norita Colstrum of Durand, and Arnold Snyder of Minnetonka Beach, MN. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, and her faithful Shih Tzu, Benji. Carol is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Allen, two sisters, Darlene Bauer and Delores Shaw, one brother Myron “Junior” Snyder, and twin granddaughters, Abigail and Emily Sullivan.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Monday, February 12th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church, Clintonville. Fr. John “Jack” Mullarkey officiated and burial followed in the parish cemetery. Friends called on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of mass at the church. Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting with the arrangements.

Lawrence “LJ” Pivot, age 31, of Fredericksburg, VA (formerly of Clintonville) passed away Feb. 8, 2018. Local funeral service details are pending.