Lewis E. Weygandt, age 92 of Clintonville passed away Sunday morning, June 23, 2019 at Care Partner’s Assisted Living in Clintonville.

Lewis was born on October 7, 1926 in Grove City, OH as the son of the late Elvin and Sidney (Haughn) Weygandt. He graduated from Grove City High School and served his country in the United States Air Corps, stationed at Pearl Harbor to help with the aftermath and cleanup. Lewis was united in marriage to Nancy Root. The couple resided in Grove City while Lewis worked for Seagrave Inc in Columbus before he was transferred to Seagrave Inc in Clintonville in 1964. In their younger days, Lewis and Nancy loved to dance and were members of a few local dance clubs over the years. Lewis retired from Seagrave in 1988. He loved fishing; especially for northern and panfish. Lewis also liked playing cards and was a huge fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, Green Bay Packers, and the Wisconsin Badgers. Lewis will be remembered as a respected co-worker at Seagrave and for his great sense of humor.

Survivors include: his daughter, Mindy “Minnow” Sleeman, Arbor Vitae; sons: Bob “Wingnut” (Laurie) Weygandt, Clintonville; Michael “Corn” (Christa) Weygandt, Poynette; and Scott “Ducky” Weygandt, Clintonville; grandchildren, Robert Harley Weygandt and Mark (Heather) Sleeman Jr.; great-grandchildren, Riley and Shelby Sleeman; sisters, Diana (Charles) Trenary, Grove City, OH and Barbara Burkhart, Florida. Lewis was preceded in death by his parents, wife Nancy, son-in-law Mark Sleeman Sr., granddaughter Kelly Sleeman, and brother-in-law Jack Burkhart.

A graveside service for Lewis will be held at a later date at Graceland Cemetery in Clintonville with Rev. Brian Crocker officiating. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting his family. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Robert “Bob” J. Westphal, age 72 of the Town of Pella, Shawano Co., passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, June 23, 2019.

Robert was born on August 26, 1946 as the son of the late John and Janet (Schuelke) Westphal. He graduated from Marion High School in 1964 and at age 17 began his service to his country in the United States Navy. While in the Navy, Bob traveled all over the world and upon his discharge came back to Pella where he operated a farm while at the same time he worked for FWD Seagrave in Clintonville. Bob eventually ended his employment at FWD and focused solely on farming. He was united in marriage to Patty Polley; the couple had a son Paul, and later divorced. Bob was a member of the Blashe-Peters-Tober American Legion Post #456 in Caroline; helping provide many military graveside honors over the years. He was a life-long member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Pella where he served as sexton for the cemetery for a period of time, ushered, was on the church council, and was active in many church functions. Bob enjoyed attending polka services and high school plays. He also enjoyed playing sheepshead; especially in tournaments with his son Paul at the legion hall. Bob was a very nice man and never got mad or held a grudge against anyone. He loved to visit and often threw in a little German to keep things interesting.

Survivors include: his son, Paul Westphal, New London; granddaughter, Joceyln Westphal, New London; sister, Susan (Marshal) Giese, Gresham; brothers: William (Lori), Black Creek; Thomas (Linda), Neenah; David (Tammy), Hortonville; and Richard (Marcy), Prescott. Also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Bob was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Sara Hill.

Bob’s funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 11 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in the Town of Pella with Rev. Timothy Lofgren officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery with military honors performed by members of the Blashe-Peters-Tober American Legion Post #456 of Caroline. Friends may call at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville from 4 – 7 p.m., Tuesday and at the church on Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers a memorial fund will be established by Bob’s family. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Kathy M. Minks, age 57, of Waupaca, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family after a 10-month battle with cancer on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at ThedaCare Medical Center in Waupaca, WI.

She was born November 21, 1961 in Merrill, WI; daughter of Clifford and Beth (Towne) Johnson. On December 26, 2000, Kathy married Dale W. Minks in Appleton, WI. Kathy was an avid dart shooter, participating in leagues and tournaments across Wisconsin and the Midwest. She enjoyed spending summer weekends at the cabin fishing and riding ATVs. Kathy was constantly finding new craft projects that took up space in her house. She played more video games than most teenagers and was addicted to Syfy movies. Kathy loved anything chocolate and making sure the grandkids were spoiled more than necessary. She will be dearly missed by all of her loving family and friends.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Dale Minks of Waupaca, WI; four children: Toni (Steven) Kattestad of Kimberly, WI; Christine (Marc) Helbach of Waupaca, WI; Ryan Johnson of Rawlins, WY, and Trisha (Ethan) Kanaman of Waupaca, WI; grandchildren: Austin Kattestad of Fond du Lac, WI; Joshua Kattestad of Fond du Lac, WI, and Sophia Kattestad of Kimberly, WI; Cole Helbach, Hayden Nelson, Blake Helbach, and Violet Helbach all of Waupaca, WI; Chance Johnson of Rawlins, WY; and Graclyn and Gage Kanaman of Waupaca, WI; great-grandchildren, Jackson and Lucas Kattestad of Fond du Lac, WI; and siblings: Gary Hoefferle of Waupaca, WI; Robert (Valerie) Deen of Harrison, AR; Mary (Roger) Galla of Walnut Ridge, AR; Kenneth Matthews of Donaldson, AR, and Nick Matthews of Donaldson, AR. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Beth Johnson; her father, Clifford Johnson; parents-in-law, Bill and Jean Minks; a brother, Leighton Johnson; and a sister, Star-Lynn Sabel.

A Funeral Service will be on Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 4:00 p.m. at the Parfreyville United Methodist Church in Waupaca, WI. Reverend Eric Taylor will officiate. A visitation will be held on Thursday afternoon from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. at the church. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

A special thank you to the team at ThedaCare At Home Hospice, those who visited her at home and at the hospital, for their help and support to our family over the past months. The special care Kathy received will never be forgotten.

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Carol A. Schultz, (nee Berg), age 89, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2019.

She was born on October 22, 1929 in Wausau, daughter of the late Hans and Laura (Evenson) Berg. Carol attended public schools in Wausau and graduated in May 1947. She attended the University of Wisconsin in Wausau and Madison; she was a member of Freshman Honor Sorority, Sigma Epsilon Sigma. She graduated from Madison General Hospital School of Medical Technology in 1950. Carol was a registered member of the American Society of Medical Technologists and worked at various hospitals in Wisconsin and Houghton, Michigan. In 1953, Carol married Dale Schultz in Wausau. Together they raised four children. After moving to New London in 1979 her husband died suddenly. Carol returned to college at UW Oshkosh and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing in 1983. She worked as a registered nurse at Lakeview Manor in Weyauwega until she retired. Carol then worked ten more years part-time as a QMRP with the developmentally disabled who resided at Lakeview Manor. She enjoyed volunteering for the Red Cross Blood Bank and was also a volunteer guardian for Waupaca County Industries.

Carol is survived by her daughters: Jennifer (Andrew) Dederich, Menomonee Falls, Patrice Prigge (Gary Daugherty) Sheboygan and Susan (Kevin) Rohan, New London; son Christofer (Lisa) Schultz, Howards Grove; nine grandchildren: Daniel (Erin) Dederich, Rachel (Ryan) Ecklin, James (Amanda) Dederich, Kari (Josh) Theis, Peter Prigge, Megan Rohan (Eric Kamien), Casey Rohan, Jacob (Hollie) Schultz, and Sara Schultz and five great-grandsons. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Dale, her parents, two sisters, Marion McCullough and Catherine Miller and six brothers: Norman, Leslie, David, Charles, Russell and Harlan Berg.

Funeral services for Carol will be held at St. Joseph Residence Chapel (107 E Beckert St.), New London on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Vicki Fink officiating. Visitation will be held at St. Joseph Chapel on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Floral Hill Cemetery, New London. The Cline Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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Louis F. Hartzke, age 93, of Weyauwega, died on Monday, June 24, 2019 at Patriot Place in Berlin.

He was born on May 30, 1926, in Weyauwega, the son of the late Otto and Alice (Goetsch) Hartzke. On October 26, 1947, Louis married Eris Behm at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Weyauwega. Together they farmed in the Town of Bloomfield for many years. After retiring they enjoyed traveling throughout the country. Eris preceded him in death on February 15, 2015. Louis was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in West Bloomfield where he served on many boards and committees. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, woodworking and he loved his German Shepherds. Louis enjoyed driving whether it was a car, tractor or snowmobile.

Louis is survived by two sons, Tom (Diane), Weyauwega; and Stan (Josie), Berlin; seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, Tim Hartzke and his daughter, Katherine (fiance’ Brian Moerecke) and Brian’s children, Dixie and Carter; Emily (Michael) Nikolai,and their sons, Sam, Vin and Jay; Elizabeth (Matt) Hysen, Jennifer (Tom) Keller, and their children, Blaine, Gabi (fiance’ Sam Schepps and their daughter, Charlee, and Justice; Brian (Cindy) Hartzke, Luke Hartzke and his daughter, Autumn; and Clint (Brenda) Hartzke and their children, Caliber and Katera; and his special caregiver, Judy Hill. He was preceded in death by a son, Bob.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 27, 2109 at 11 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, N6412 State Rd. 49, Weyauwega. Rev. John Taggatz will officiate. Burial will be in Concordia Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established for Christ Lutheran Christian Life Center and St. John Lutheran School, Berlin.

Louis’ family would like to extend a very special Thank You to Patriot Place and Heartland Hospice for all of the wonderful care they provided him during his stay there

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Anthony J. Hopfensperger, “Mr. Tony”, age 87, of Weyauwega, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 21, 2019 at his home in the Town of Fremont.

He was born on March 18, 1932 in Combined Locks, WI, the son of the late Herman and Marie (Kuepper) Hopfensperger. On July 31, 1954, Tony married Lorraine (Albrecht) Hopfensperger at St. Josephs Catholic Church, Appleton WI. Tony worked as the custodian for Fremont Elementary School for 26 years and will always be remembered by those teachers and children as “Mr. Tony”. He was a member of Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Weyauwega. Tony loved John Deere tractors, watching the Green Bay Packers, word searches, country music and polka music. He loved taking care of many different small animals around his home. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He always liked to kid around.

Anthony is survived by his wife of almost 65 years, Lorie; his children: Marie Ann (Stan) Szczesny, Almond; Lynn (Bruce) Roesler, Weyauwega; Anthony Hopfensperger Jr., Weyauwega; Cindy (Jerry) Loughrin, Manawa; Joan (Rob) Loughrin, Weyauwega, and Amy (Todd) Gruetzmacher; New London; 16 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Charlaine (Dick) Niemann, FL; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a grandson, Shawn Loughrin and his sister- and brother-in-law, Mary and Paul Bruesewitz.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 1, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 105 N. Lincoln St., Weyauwega. Father Pepe will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday, from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Tony’s cremated remains will be laid to rest in Oakwood Cemetery, Weyauwega. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in his name.

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Mainard E. Blink, age 64, New London, passed away unexpectedly following a short illness on Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

He was born on September 27, 1954 in New London, son of the late Mainard and Merle (Thompson) Blink. Mainard served his country in the U.S. Army for 13 years, and was a past member of the American Legion, VFW and Amvets. Following his military service he was a jack of all trades in the area.

Mainard is survived by four brothers, six sisters, numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters and a brother.

Funeral services for Mainard will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. at the Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Central Wisconsin Veteran’s Memorial Cemetery, King.

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Eva A. Krubsack, age 100, of Clintonville passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2019.

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Robert “Bud” Hoeppner and Margurite L. Hoeppner were both of Waupaca. Bud, 99, was born on March 31, 1920 and passed away peacefully, at night, on May 30, 2019. He grew up in Appleton where he learned several building related skills and enjoyed football and basketball. He even scored a touchdown for Appleton High. Margurite, 96, was born on July 12, 1922 and passed away peacefully while surrounded by prayer on June 24, 2019. In her early life she grew up on a farm but later moved to the “city” to enjoy her teenage years. Both were born in Appleton where they also met.

Their lives really began though on that first date in 1940. They married in 1942, after he joined the service, but before he left to serve his country in the Army Air Corps as a Lieutenant in World War II. While Bud completed his 50 missions over Europe and North Africa as a bombardier, Margurite remained home waiting for his return and giving birth to their first child. They eventually would have three children. Bud loved flying, was a patriot and spoke often of his service to his country and how it shaped his life. After the war, he began Hoeppner Construction Company and became a successful builder and later he also began Hoeppner Realty. He built and sold many homes, apartments, nursing homes and condominiums. He was active in outdoor activities such as hunting, fishing, camping, traveling and skiing. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and a fun grandpa who loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Margurite was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker. She loved her family and friends and was the center of most gatherings. She could be counted on to spark up a conversation and help everyone feel comfortable. Margurite was a giver. When needed by someone or an organization she was there to help. She also enjoyed camping, skiing, traveling, and she loved to dance and paint. Margurite also became a Real Estate agent for Bud and her natural people skills were her key to success. One of the many things that Bud and Margurite enjoyed together was remodeling homes in Wisconsin, North Carolina, and Florida, all places where they lived during their married life of over 76 years. Eventually they settled in Spring Hill, Florida where Margurite gardened, went to the pool, socialized and generally kept active while Bud became an avid radio-controlled airplane enthusiast. He mostly built the planes and repaired them for others. He also became accomplished at wood turning and woodworking. They both enjoyed much company, friends and their church. Throughout their lives they were active in various churches and attended faithfully, but later in life their faith in God grew and grew and that became, along with each other, the lynchpin of their lives. In 2013, they returned to Waupaca where they lived the rest of their lives.

Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Minnie Hoeppner; a brother Chuck Hoeppner, aunts and uncles, in-laws and many close friends. Margurite was preceded in death by her parents, Esther and Harry Kotz; her husband Bud; a brother Bobby; sisters, Ruth Whitman, Dorothy Thompson, Esther Mae Bruyette, many aunts, uncles, in-laws and close friends as well. Bud and Margurite are survived by Bud’s sister Charlotte McEldowney (John); daughters, Barbara Hoeppner and Anne O Dell (Don); son Robert Hoeppner (Jean); seven grandchildren: Zoe, Aaron, Chris, Mike, Ryan, Stephanie and Jennifer as well as many great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 8, 2019 at Maple Crest Funeral Home, with Chaplain Chuck Tews officiating. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. A graveside service with military honors will take place at 1 p.m. at Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the charity of your choice.

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Charles A. Hintz, age 72, of Tigerton passed away Monday, July 1, 2019 in Weston.

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Richard Gordon Green, 76, of Tavares, FL, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019.

Born in Waukesha, Wisconsin to the late Gordon and Arlene Green, he graduated from Waupaca High School in 1961. He moved to Tavares in 2006 from Neenah, Wisconsin.

A military graveside service will be held for Richard at Florida National Cemetery at a later date. Full obituary and online guestbook available at www.hardenpauli.com, arrangements by Harden/Pauli Funeral Home, Eustis, FL.

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Jackie L. Fischer, age 48, of the Township of Wyoming, Waupaca County, passed away July 11, 2019 at her home.

Jackie Lynn Fischer was born April 21, 1971 in Clintonville to Ronald G. Radies and the late Joanne D. (Frailing) Radies. During high school, Jackie was a gifted athlete, playing basketball and second base on the Marion softball team who went to state four times and won the championship three times; later graduating in 1989. After high school, Jackie attended Fox Valley Technical College and earned an Associate’s Degree. Jackie was united in marriage to Kyle Fischer on July 1, 1995 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Marion. She worked for Krause Publications, Iola, for a time, Sentry Insurance, Stevens Point, and most recently for Waupaca County Health & Human Services. Jackie loved to attend her children’s sporting events and spend time with her family. She enjoyed golfing, Little Falls Loggers Baseball, bartending locally, and spring planting of her flower gardens. She also was very good at the very large, complex, jigsaw puzzles as well as coloring in her adult coloring books. If you knew Jackie, you knew that she was very easy to get along with, extremely outgoing, and a true “social butterfly.”

Jackie is survived by her loving husband, Kyle; daughter, Leighten Fischer, St. Cloud, MN; son, Kal Fischer, Marion; father, Ronald Radies, Marion; brother, Rick (Melissa) Radies, Neenah. She was preceded in death by her mother, Joanne; maternal grandparents, Reno and Elva Frailing; paternal grandparents, Reinhardt and Joyce Radies.

Funeral services will be held 5 p.m., Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Marion, with the Rev. Lois Graper officiating. Interment will take place at Big Falls Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday at the church from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jackie’s name are preferred to be directed to the family for a memorial to be established at a later date. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Marion is assisting the family. An online guestbook is available at eberhardtstevenson.com.

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Roger Wayne Dahlen, age 83, died of complications from a valiant battle with cancer on July 12, 2019 in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Roger is survived by his wife, Karen H. Dahlen, of Fort Collins, Colorado; his children: Peggy Stocker (Geoff) of Rhode Island, Garth Dahlen (Melanie) of Pennsylvania, Todd Dahlen (Julie) of Maryland, Tara McQuaid (Scott) of Pennsylvania, Jeff Hackleman (Joe) of Utah, Tim Hackleman (Amy) of Nebraska; and his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Orin and Marion Dahlen, of Iola, Wisconsin.

Roger was born on September 7, 1935 in Iola, Wisconsin. He graduated from Luther College in 1956 with a degree in Biology. He went on to graduate from the University of Iowa in 1960 with a PhD in Physiology. Roger taught at Boston College School of Medicine and at Seton Hall School of Medicine as an instructor from 1962-1968. In 1968, he moved to Maryland and accepted a position in the Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute at the National Institutes of Health and subsequently with the National Library of Medicine Extramural Programs. He worked for more than 30 years at NIH and was a fellow and member of the American Medical Informatics Association. After retirement, he held a consulting position with the Department of Medicine at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Roger was a family man and a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He married Marilyn Johnson in 1956. He later married RoAnne Muldoon in 1962. He married Karen in 1986; and they resided in and enjoyed residence in many states finally settling in Fort Collins, Colorado. Roger was socially active and deeply involved in Medicine, Medical Education, and Medical Informatics throughout his life. He enjoyed traveling, reading, crossword puzzles, mentoring family members, and watching and attending sporting events. He loved to use his great and unique sense of humor to cheer up those around him. His family and friends will always remember him as an intelligent, compassionate, and caring person.

A funeral is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, at Resthaven Funeral Home, 8426 S. Hwy 287 in Fort Collins, Colorado, 80525. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Roger’s life. The family would like to thank everyone who provided care and support for Roger during this difficult time. He will be missed by many and forgotten by no one who knew him.

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Elvis La Mae Behm, age 77, of West Bloomfield, passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2019 at her home following a short illness.

She was born on October 19, 1941 in New London, WI, the daughter of the late Alvin and Esther (Robbert) Timm. She was baptized at Emmaus Lutheran Church in the Town of Lind on November 9, 1941 and was later confirmed there on June 27, 1954. She attended Weyauwega High School. Elvis worked as a pharmacy tech at New London Family Medical Center for over 40 years before retiring. She was a member of Christ Lutheran Church in West Bloomfield. Elvis loved to watch the Milwaukee Brewers. She also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and was very proud of each of them. Elvis also enjoyed spending time with her friends and looked forward to her daily phone calls from her closest friends. Elvis will also be remembered for her ability to find the really good deals at Goodwill,

Elvis is survived by four children: Marco (Troy) Lind, Weyauwega, and their son, Austin; Bradley Behm, Appleton; Jamie Behm (Tammy Funk) and their children, Danielle and Dakota; and Heidi Triplett (Darin Triplett) and their sons, Colten and Gavin; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Timm, Weyauwega; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by two brother, Velmer (Joan) Timm and Vilas Timm.

Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. at Lewin Funeral Home, Fremont. Pastor John Taggatz will officiate. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 3 p.m. until the time of service.

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Floyd R. Bartel, age 94, of rural Fremont passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Crossroads Care Center in Weyauwega.

He was born to the late Erwin and Louise (Rucks) Bartel on December 16, 1924 in their farm home at Orihula in the Town of Wolf River, Winnebago County. He was baptized there on December 25, 1924. Floyd attended the local Bohren School until 6th grade when he became a student at St. John Lutheran School in East Bloomfield. He was confirmed at St. John’s WELS church on April 10, 1938 by Pastor A.E. Schneider, who also officiated at his baptism. Floyd was a lifelong member of St. John’s, where he served as an elder, trustee, and school board member and was currently the oldest gentleman of the congregation. He graduated from Weyauwega High School in 1943 and then served his country in the US Marine Corp from June 1944 until August 1946, participating in action on Okinawa and attaining the rank of Corporal.

On October 10, 1947 Floyd married Geraldine Krenke at Christ Lutheran Church in West Bloomfield in a double wedding with Floyd’s brother Vernon and Gerry’s sister Verona. Together Floyd and Gerry farmed the Bartel family farm in Orihula for over 20 years. They had dairy cows, beef cattle, hogs, peacocks, quail, pheasants, chickens, ducks, two pet crows and a pet skunk. Later Floyd worked at Foremost Foods, Appleton, Taylor Cheese, Weyauwega and Wohlt Cheese in Fremont. He served on the School Board for the Bohren School for many years and was also a lifetime member of New London VFW. In his later years, he also entertained with his accordion at local events with Luella Struck as his drummer. They also played at the Weyauwega Health Care Center (now known as Crossroads Care Center), where Beata Peterson was the event coordinator. Floyd and Geraldine went on several bus trips throughout the USA, and they spent lots of time up north fishing for muskies. Floyd was an avid hunter, trapper and fisherman and even found time to build several wooden fishing boats over the years. These skills he was proud to pass on to the next generations in his life. He also carried on his father’s method of smoking fish (especially carp) which became a small business in his retirement. When they left the family farm, they lived on the Wolf River for several years and then built a home on 37th Avenue, near Metz, where they have lived for the last 26 years. Despite his health problems he had the privilege there for all but one week which he spent at Crossroads Care Center, where he was cared for by Heartland Hospice. And the care he received was wonderful. As Floyd always said, “It could be worse.”

Floyd leaves behind his family (who all live within a five mile radius), his wife of 71 years, Geraldine; two sons, Harley (Mary) Bartel, Claude (Vickie) Bartel; grandcildren, Mark (Darcy) Schoenick, Andy (Jessicah) Bartel, Suzie (Jeff) Sokulski, Wendy (Bart) Schuelke and Jon (Amy) Bartel; great-grandchildren, Chelsea (fiance’ Seth Stuebs and his son, Ashton) Schoenick, Macey and Sam Schoenick , Rylee and Blake Bartel, Jagger and Malayna Sokulski, Hannah, Sophia and Sawyer Schuelke, Logan and Abby Bartel; his sister, Eveline Lippert; a sister-in-law, Verona Bartel; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Vernon; two sisters and three brothers-in-law, Rosa and Oscar Heise, Florence and Leslie Wohlt and Walter Lippert

Memorial Services were held on Monday, July 15, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 8580 37th Ave., Fremont. Pastor Paul Fritz officiated. Visitation was held at St. John Lutheran Church on Monday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.Inurnment is in Wolf River Cemetery. It was Floyd’s wishes that no military rites were to be held. Memorials can be given to St. John’s Lutheran Church or personal choice.

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Betty Lorraine Alleman (nee Menzel), 97, of Amherst, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 7, 2019.

Betty was born on April 18, 1922 in Park Falls, Wisconsin, where through her early years she lived a North Woods kind of life. Betty was the third of six children of Carl W. Menzel and Alice R. Menzel (nee Bruce). The Bruce family arrived in America from Scotland in the 17th century with Betty and her mother becoming members of the Daughters of the American Revolution based on the service of their ancestor James Bruce. After her junior year of high school, Betty and family moved to Stevens Point, Wisconsin, following her father’s job as a railroad engineer for the Soo Line Railroad. Immediately after high school, she held clerical jobs in Stevens Point while finding fun and excitement with such activities as winning dance contests at the Indian Crossing Casino and swimming across Columbia Lake on a dare. In 1944, Betty joined the Women’s Army Corps. Trained as a skilled Army stenographer, she traveled to the European Theater by troop ship where she was assigned to train local German clerical staff in Frankfurt, Germany. Betty was honorably discharged at the rank of Tech Corporal in 1946.

On returning to Stevens Point, she became the first woman to receive her pilot’s license at the local airport. It was hanging out at the airport that Betty met her husband, recently returned P-38/P-80 pilot Jack Alleman, by asking him if he wanted a ride in an airplane. A couple months later, Betty and Jack flew in a borrowed airplane to elope in Kansas City. After selecting a destination by throwing a dart at a US map, the two of them settled on Boulder, Colorado where their first son, John, Jr., was born. When Jack was called to active duty during the Korean War, Betty was socially active taking community leadership roles, chairing Officers’ Wives’ Clubs, Welcome Wagon, and bridge clubs on the 9 different bases that Jack was posted to between 1950 and 1967. Betty and Jack’s second son, Karl, was born on their penultimate assignment as an active duty US Air Force family in Altus, Oklahoma. After Jack retired from the Air Force, Betty and Jack built the home they would live in for 43 years in the countryside between Amherst and Waupaca, Wisconsin. Betty raised horses, grew Christmas trees, and managed rental properties, while still finding time to be an outstanding cook, champion bridge player, avid gardener, and aspiring golfer. She won two bouts with cancer during this time, demonstrating her incredible fighting spirit. When Jack passed away from illness, Betty moved to Naperville, Illinois to be near her two sons and their families as she recovered from a stroke. She was a well-known and beloved member of her assisted living community where she enjoyed a happy, active life for her last 9 years. Betty will be remembered by her family and friends as a bright, witty, classy, glamorous, determined, positive, and loving wife and mother. She and Jack were married for over 63 wonderful years, traveling the world and particularly enjoying their many trips to the beaches of Puerto Rico and the wilderness of Alaska. Her sons, daughters-in-law, and grandchildren were her pride and joy, and she reveled in their achievements and potential.

She is survived by her sons, John, Jr. (Loredana) and Karl (Kathleen), her grandchildren, Matteo, Zachary, Jacob, and Karleen, her sister, Vera Eichstaedt, and her brothers, Bruce Menzel and Gerald “Jerry” Menzel. She was preceded in death by her husband, John F. “Jack” Alleman, her father, Carl Menzel, her mother, Alice Menzel, her brother, Harold “Bud” Menzel, and her sister, Jane Burgess.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Stroke Association. Interment will be at Badger Cemetery in Lanark Township, Wisconsin (south of Hwy 54 on County Rd D), where a burial service with military honors will be held on July 27 at 4 p.m. A.J. Holly & Sons of Waupaca is assisting the family.

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Vilas Spiegelberg, a long-time resident of the Manawa area, died Tuesday, July 16, at Manawa Community Nursing Center.

Born April 4, 1930 in Dale, WI, son of the late Arnold and Laura (Beckman) Spiegelberg, Vilas moved with his parents and siblings to Manawa, WI in 1940 where his family farmed in the vicinity of Bear Lake. Vilas remained on the family farm after the death of his father, Arnold in November of 1972, helping care for his mother Laura while tending to the farmland which he acquired. Vilas attended Little Wolf High School in Manawa, graduating with the Class of 1948. He was a devout member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Manawa. Vilas enjoyed riding his motorcycle in his younger years and tinkering with mechanics. He had the gift of gab with many interesting stories to share with relatives, friends and the people he would meet.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Carol (Lyle) Spiegelberg, Ogdensburg, WI; nieces and nephews, Jane (Steve) Plamann, Appleton, WI; Steve Spiegelberg, Manawa, WI; James (Acela) Spiegelberg, Flower Mound, TX; Laura (Dan) Wood, Mukwonago, WI; Ellen (Greg) Metko, Ironwood, MI; Jeff (Kris) Roth, Manawa WI; Gary (Nancy) Roth, Manawa, WI; Warren Roth, Menasha, WI and a host of grand-nieces and nephews as well as other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother and sister-in law Ray and Elaine Spiegelberg, Manawa, WI; his brother Lyle (Carol) Spiegelberg, Ogdensburg, WI; his sister and brother-in-law Doris and Sam Roth, Neenah, WI and his niece Rosanne Spiegelberg, Appleton, WI.

A special thank you to the staff at Manawa Community Nursing Center for their compassion and care for Vilas during his stay. Also, much appreciation is extended to the neighbors, friends, relatives and special services that helped Vilas when needed.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 5th, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Manawa. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Friends and family are welcome. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 742 Depot St., Manawa, WI 54949. The Cline-Hanson-Dahlke Funeral Home in Manawa is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

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Eugene Robert Fitzgerald, 91, of Sun City West, Arizona died peacefully at his home with family members near on July 14, 2019.

He was born November 25, 1927 to John Fitzgerald and Grace Carew Fitzgerald in New London, Wisconsin. He served in the US Navy as an Air Traffic Controller from December of 1945 until his honorable discharge in October of 1947. After serving he attended Marquette University and graduated with a Bachelors Degree. He was the loving husband of Betty Jane Paul Fitzgerald for over sixty years until her death in 2012. Gene was a plant manager for numerous printing and packaging corporations during his career at many locations including Wisconsin, Australia, North Carolina, Massachusetts, and California. An avid golfer, Gene played weekly rounds with life long friends at Via Verde Country Club for over thirty years. He was a steadfast fan of the Chicago Cubs through countless “There’s always next year” seasons and wore Green Bay Packers green and gold until his final day.

Gene is survived by his sons, David (Donna) Fitzgerald and Robert (Julie) Fitzgerald; sisters, Betty (Hubert) Shulke and Margie (Wayne) Bricco and grandchildren: Kaitlyn (Richard) Morales, Brennah Fitzgerald, Danielle Fitzgerald, Robert Fitzgerald, Kennedy Fitzgerald, Griffith Fitzgerald, and Tabitha Fitzgerald. He is preceded in death by his wife Betty Jane Paul Fitzgerald, infant son, brothers, Jack Fitzgerald, James Fitzgerald and Greg Fitzgerald and sister Rosemary (Robert) Vandenberg.

A private family service was held. Burial is in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Bear Creek. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family.

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Irene C. Wanta, age 84, of Clintonville passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Greentree Health & Rehabilitation Center, Clintonville.

The former Irene Cecelia Ploeger was born on May 22, 1935 in the Town of Elderon, Marathon County, to James and Cecilia (Verkuilen) Ploeger. She was united in marriage on June 12, 1954 to William M. Wanta at Holy Family Catholic Church in Wittenberg. The couple lived in Galloway and moved to Tigerton in 1977; they settled in Clintonville in 1992. In her early years, she was a seasonal worker at the Vlasic Pickle Company in Bonduel. Irene also cooked and drove bus for some years for the Head Start Program in Wittenberg and Tigerton. More importantly, she was a homemaker who was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a proud grandmother. Her husband preceded her in death on March 1, 2006. Irene is a former member of St. Joseph in Galloway and St. Anthony in Tigerton; and is currently a member of St. Rose Church in Clintonville. Family was always number one whether it was spending time with her children, grandchildren, or siblings. Irene enjoyed dancing, listening to polka music, playing cards, baking, and sewing. Irene was also an incredible cook, known best for her wonderful homemade chicken soup. She also liked going up north fishing in the Rolling Stone and Pickerel Lake areas. In her later years, she loved coloring, winning at Yahtzee, and reading the obituaries in the newspaper.

Survivors include seven children: Pat (Bob) Laurent, Cheryl (Herb) Pehlke, Linda Wanta, Mike (Carri) Wanta, Mary Tullberg, Michelle (Ron) Olson, and Julie (special friend Terry Quaintance) Fry. There are 27 grandchildren: Brian, David, Jeremy, Amanda, Wayne, Paul, Tim, Ryan, Dan, Brandon, Nathaen, Colby, Loghan, Josh M., Jason, Chris, Kyle, Karl, Dalton, Jasmine, Austin, Dylan, Brianna, Josh F., Elizabeth, Jacob, and Brayden. She is further survived by 15 great-grandchildren; a sister Ann Cayo; two sisters-in-law, Diane Ploeger and Betty Wanta; two brothers-in-law, Gerald (fiancée Pat Kriesel) Wanta Sr. and Robert (Delores) Wanta; and many other relatives and friends. Irene is preceded in death by her parents, her husband William Sr., son William Jr., daughter Renee Meyer, infant grandson Alex, daughter-in-law Laura Wanta, son-in-law Michael Fry, and infant great-granddaughter Hope Malueg. She is further preceded by a sister Marie (Edmund) Rzentkowski; and three brothers, Jerry, Donald, and James (Regina) Ploeger.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, July 22nd at 10:30 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church, Clintonville. Rev. Timothy Shillcox, O. Praem, will officiate and burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, and on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until time of mass at the church.

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Marlene Rae Ferge, age 75, New London passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Manawa Community Nursing Center.

She was born on February 7, 1944 in New London, daughter of the late Clarence and Martha (Rast) Ferge. Marlene loved the Green Bay Packers, collecting teddy bears and donating toys to the needy in New London for Christmas. She enjoyed doing yard work, getting together with friends for coffee and going to Bible class. She was a life-long member of Emanuel Lutheran Evangelical Church in New London.

Marlene is survived by close nephew and long-time caregiver, Richard (Anne) Ferge, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Marlene was preceded in death by her parents, five brothers and two sisters.

The Christian Funeral for Marlene will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 at Emanuel Lutheran Church in New London with Rev. Marcus Schulz officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Floral Hill Cemetery. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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