Gerald R. Reeck, age 78, of Clintonville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.

Gerald Roger Reeck was born on January 17, 1941 in the Town of Dupont, Waupaca County, to the late Emil and Cora (Thompson) Reeck and grew up in the Clintonville area. Jerry was united in marriage on April 8, 1961 to Bernice M. Knapp at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Bear Creek. He was employed at FWD Corporation in Clintonville for 43 years. Jerry worked in various different areas but spent many years in the Trim Line Department, retiring in 2008. During the time he worked at FWD, Jerry also did upholstery work for many years out of his home workshop, called Reeck Upholstery. Jerry is a member of St. Rose Catholic Church in Clintonville. He always enjoyed horses, especially showing off his team of Percherons. Jerry liked deer hunting, annual family camping trips, and riding his Harley-Davidson trike. He certainly enjoyed his fishing trips to Canada and going ice fishing in Minnesota. Jerry will be remembered most for his wonderful sense of humor and as quite the jokester. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and a proud grandfather and great-grandfather.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Bernice; and eight children: Debbie (Dale) Schmandt of Clintonville, Greg (Jaime) Reeck of Marion, Jeff (special friend Heide) Reeck of New London, Cindy (Jay) Pethke of Iola, Randy Reeck of Menasha, Ronald (Lori) Reeck of De Pere, Lori (Steve) Dillenburg of Shawano, and Mike (Anne) Reeck of Manawa. There are 22 grandchildren: Ryan (Erin) Schmandt, Nikki Schmandt, Aaron (Lindsey) Schmandt, Stephanie (special friend Rell) Reeck, Ashley (special friend Todd Moder) Huey, Autumn Fahser, Jeremy (Samantha) Pethke, Heather (Dennis) Arndt, Brittany (special friend Ryan Ferge) Pethke, Kyle Reeck, Madelyn Reeck, Hunter Reeck, Kaitlyn (special friend Jon Laude) Dillenburg, Taylor Dillenburg, Dalton Dillenburg, Courtney Dillenburg, Remington Reeck, Jaelyn Reeck, Mikyla Reeck, Colton Reeck, Malachi Matz, and McGregor Matz. There are 15 great-grandchildren: Porter, Grayson, Kingston, Nyles, Brynnlei, Lula, Layla, Lane, Journey, Hazel, Hope, Joseph, Aaron, Payton, and Averie. There are two sisters, Sandy (Richard) Hidde and Shirley Vande Ven, both of Clintonville. He is further survived by two sisters-in-law, Karen Reeck and Donna Griffin; two brothers-in-law, Leon (special friend Cheryl Gustafson) Knapp and John Knapp; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his in-laws Albert “Bud” and Madeline Knapp; a grandson Austin Reeck; one brother Carlyle “Sonny” Reeck; and three brothers-in-law, John Vande Ven, Harold Griffin, and Robert “Bob” Knapp.

Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, January 18th at 11:00 a.m. at St. Rose Catholic Church, Clintonville. Fr. Timothy Shillcox, O.Praem officiated and burial followed in the parish cemetery. Visitation was held on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until time of the mass at the church. Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

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Milton “Luke” Mehlberg, age 99, of Caroline passed away peacefully Thursday, January 16, 2020.

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Everett Schefelker, age 100, went on to his heavenly home on Sunday, January 19, 2020.

He was born on September 16, 1919 in the Town of Little Wolf, Waupaca County, son of the late Frank and Martha (Dretke) Schefelker. Everett attended Green Valley School and St. Paul’s Lutheran School and graduated from Manawa High School in 1937. On October 5, 1946, he was united in marriage to Rita Jensen and they enjoyed 73 years together. They were blessed with three sons and one daughter. He farmed for 44 years on the land that was homesteaded in 1880 by his grandfather. Everett served as treasurer for the Little Wolf Township for two terms. After he retired from farming, he worked for 15 years at the Ripon Pickle Company, Manawa facility. Everett was a lifelong member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, during which time he served in various offices and committees. During his life, he valued attending church and spending time with family, friends and neighbors.

Everett will be dearly missed by his wife, Rita; children, Perry (Diane) Schefelker, Jeffrey (Joanne) Schefelker, Russell Schefelker and Judy (Don) Daley; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren and his sister, Margaret Fahser. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Everett was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, one sister, three brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law and one grandson.

The funeral service for Everett will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, January 23, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Manawa with Pastor Nathan Reichle officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial will be in the Town of Little Wolf Cemetery. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Manawa is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuenralhomes.com

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Deborah L. Appleby of Waupaca, age 69, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

She was born in Kenosha on July 8, 1950 to the late Lester and Doris (Livingston) Ervin. Deborah was a member of Waupaca Christian Church. She retired as a nurse from Crystal River Nursing Home. She loved to camp, collecting teddy bears, playing guitar over the years at both church and weddings, and her dogs.

She will be sadly missed by her husband, Bob; sons: Mike (Shani) Appleby of Weyauwega, Chris Appleby, and Joe (Jenna) Garcia both of Waupaca; grandchildren: Kaitlyn, Remington, Michael and Sophia; brother, Daniel Ervin of Kenosha; nieces, Cindy Rutledge and Wendy Sibiski; great-niece, Hailey; special friend, Frances Stancar, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Lucille.

The Funeral Service will be on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Waupaca Christian Church. The visitation will be on Saturday at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral. Burial will be in the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery. The family would like to thank both Thedacare Regional Medical Center of Appleton and Thedacare Hospice for all their care. The Maple Crest Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Donald “Don” K. Pringnitz, age 87 of the Town of Belle Plaine, Shawano County, passed away peacefully at the ThedaCare Medical Center in Shawano on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

Donald Kenneth Pringnitz was born on March 25, 1932 in Tigerton as the son of the late Edward and Martha (Bosin) Pringnitz. He was a graduate of Tigerton High School and later united in marriage to Ruth Tonn on October 15, 1955 at the St. Martin Lutheran Church in Clintonville. Over the years, the couple provided a loving, temporary home for 41 children. Don worked for a number of places throughout his life and retired as a custodian for Bear Creek Schools. Don and Ruth were faithful members at Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville where Don enjoyed volunteering often. One of his favorite church projects was using his passion for woodworking in creating the Nativity Scene for the church’s altar. Don also enjoyed working on houses and was a proud part of the Habitat for Humanity in town. He was a social bug and liked playing dartball with friends and visiting his lake neighbors on his gator. Don was the last remaining member of his Wausau hunting party known as the “Red Beret’s”; a yearly tradition he always looked forward to. Don really missed Ruth since her passing in 2017, and is now reunited with his best friend. He always kept his faith in his Lord and tried to set a good Christian example throughout his life.

Survivors include: his sons, Mark (Wendy) Pringnitz, Clintonville and Mike (Christal) Pringnitz, Mooresville, NC; grandchildren: Adam (Mariah), Jason, Jared, Jesse, and Jaden Pringnitz; great-grandchildren, Brock and Dannica; also his brother-in-law, Rueben Tonn, Clintonville. Don was preceded in death by his parents; an infant daughter; Debbie; sisters, Bernice Gregory and Virginia Pringnitz, and his brothers, Carl and Lawrence.

Don’s memorial service will be held Friday, January 24, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville with Rev. Brian Crocker officiating. Inurnment will take place at Graceland Cemetery in Clintonville at a later date. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established by Don’s family. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting his family. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Margaret “Marge” J. Bonikowske, Manawa, born July 10, 1935, daughter of the late Arnold and Clara (Kleman) Moericke, went quietly home to be with the Lord, with family beside her, on January 19, 2020.

Marge, who gardened in her shorts and tube top, was a talented seamstress, and a fabulous homemaker who raised five children with her husband David on their family farm. Marge married David in Big Falls, Wisconsin on October 17, 1952. They celebrated 60 years of marriage together before his death in 2014. Marge was known for always having a side “marketing” business which she ran from the home. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church, St. Paul Ladies Aid, Manawa Snowmobile Club, and enjoyed volunteering with the Symco Thresherman’s Club.

Marge is survived by her children, Steve Bonikowske, Kathryn (Terry) Marchman, Tim Bonikowske, Patti (Craig) Hevner, and Beth (Tim) Voss; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by sister-in-law, Luella Moericke; brothers and sisters-in-law, Roger (Betty) Bonikowske, Bob (Eloyious) Bonikowske, and Ann Bonikowske; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Marge is preceded in death by her parents; husband, David; sister, Jeanette (Roy) Schmidt; and brothers, Roy Moericke and Donald (Marlene) Moericke; brothers and sisters-in-law, Marvin (Jeanette) Hein, Ben (Lucille) Ferg, and Melvin Boniowske.

The memorial service for Marge will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at St. Paul Lutheran Church (742 Depot Street) Manawa, with Rev. Nathan Reichle officiating. Family and friends are invited to gather directly at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund in Margaret’s name has been established. The Cline-Hanson-Dahlke Funeral Home in Manawa is serving the family. www.clinehansondahlkefuneralhomes.com

The immediate family would like to thank family, friends, neighbors and the church family for all the “well wishes” sent and received over the last years.

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Barbara D. Ockerlander peacefully passed away in Mount Vernon, Iowa on January 19, 2020, at the age of 88. Arrangements are with Stewart Baxter Funeral & Memorial Services, Mount Vernon.

Barb is lovingly remembered by her son Dirk (Jennifer) Ockerlander of Mount Vernon, Iowa, his children, Lindsey, Luke and Connor; and her daughter, Diane (Mike) Haen of Mequon, Wisconsin, and her child Mikayla. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Donald; her parents; and sister, Charlotte A. Duff. Barb was born in Madison, Wisconsin in 1931 to Joseph and Isophene Duff. She graduated with honors from Madison West in 1949 and went on to earn two Bachelor of Arts degrees in English and Art from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. She taught for several years in Milwaukee and Brookfield as a travelling art teacher. It was during this time, that Barb met her husband, Donald Ockerlander. They met while teaching at Nathan Hale High School in West Allis. They married in 1960 and were together for 58 years until his death in 2018. Barb continued to teach until 1965, when her husband graduated dental school and they relocated to Marion, Wisconsin. In 1971, they relocated to Clintonville, Wisconsin. By then they had two children that she was dedicated to raising full time. Never being one to sit by, she ran for the school board in the late 1970s. She was president of the board until she left in 1983. She was at her happiest tending her flowers around the house. There was always a new yard project every spring. Her plants were not limited to the outdoors. Every room of their house had a plethora of plants. During the winter, she kept her hands busy crocheting blankets for her children and later, her grandchildren.

There are no plans for a service per her wishes. She will be laid to rest next to her husband in the Central Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery in King, Wisconsin at a later date.

The family is deeply grateful to the dedication and professionalism of the staff that have taken care of Barb in the past several years: BrookView Meadows (Green Bay), New Perspective Senior Living (Howard), Essence of Life Hospice (Anamosa), and Rehabilitation Center of Lisbon. Your care and attention have not gone unnoticed, and are so appreciated. God bless you all.

Memorials in Barbara’s memory may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association or American Cancer Society. Please share your support and memories with Barbara’s family on her tribute wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under obituaries.

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Bernice (Bohn) Mompier, age 95 of Hortonville, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020.

Bernice was the daughter of the late Henry and Barbara (Evert) Bohn, born on June 17, 1924 in Evanston, IL. She was the youngest child and had three older brothers, Richard, Robert and Charles. The family moved to Glenview, IL in 1929 and became members of the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish. Bernice graduated from New Trier School in 1942 and worked at IBM until 1947. She married Norman Mompier on November 16, 1946. He preceded her in death on December 27, 2010. They were married 64 years. The Lord truly blessed them with two sons, Wayne and Charles (AKA) Hank. Norm and Bernice owned and operated Hortonville Lanes for 20 years . In their early retirement, they spent their winters in LasVegas.

Bernice is survived by her sons, Wayne and Chuck (Pam) Mompier; grandchildren, Sarah Laudolff, Becky (Paul) Brown, and Peter Deyo and great-grandchildren, Zac, Nick, Lily, Brandon, Tyler, and Keira. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Bernice was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her brothers, Richard (Mamie) Bohn, Robert (Betty) Bohn and Charles (Ginny) Bohn; three nephews; one niece; brother-in-law, Lester (Connie) Mompier; sister-in-law, Dorothy (Owen) Kompelien and a great-grand baby, Chloe.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Bernice will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 25, 2019 at SS Peter and Paul Catholic Church (105 N. Olk St.) in Hortonville. The visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery in Hortonville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial be directed to the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Borchardt Moder Funeral Home in Hortonville is serving the family. www.borchardtmoderfuneralhomes.com

Bernice and her family wishes to thank Barb, Bev, Joan, Pat, Mary and Terry: as well as all the nurses at Brewster Village, Heritage 1, Mill Village for their loving, tender care.

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Gerald “Jerry” Brian Smith, 75 of Waupaca, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020, after a long battle with Parkinson and other medical issues.

Jerry was born in Halifax, England to Gerald E. and May (Bennet) Smith. He served in the U.S. Air Force and was stationed in Grand Forks N.D. at Grand Forks Air Force Base and in Guam at Anderson Air Force Base. He married Fern Benson in 1964 and they had a daughter and a son. His wife and children survive him as do seven grandchildren and 9 ¾ great-grandchildren. Preceding Jerry in death are his parents, Gerald E. and May (Bennet) “Smith” Stocker and Hartman Stocker.

A Memorial service will be at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waupaca at noon on February 1, 2020. Visitation will start at 11:30 a.m. until noon; following the service there will be Military Honors and a luncheon. Per Jerry’s wishes, he did not want flowers, a memorial has been established. Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. We thank everyone for their help and service in the time of our loss. It is greatly appreciated.

Online condolences available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com

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A beautiful soul has entered heaven. Carol J. Roloff, age 70, of Waupaca, WI, formerly of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton, WI.

She was born to Ralph and Gertrude (Cassens) Kroening on July 5, 1949 in Shawano, WI. On January 18, 1969, Carol was united in marriage to Kent L. Roloff. Together they raised two children.

Carol is survived by her husband, Kent Roloff of Waupaca; a daughter, Amy (Don) Lemkuil of Waupaca; a son, Dane (Tyler) Roloff of Gillett; three loving grandchildren, Andrea, Erin, and Nathan Lemkuil; and a sister, Donna Kroening of Shawano. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Bonnie.

Carol worked at Olga Brenner School in Shawano for 17 years as a teacher’s aide in Kindergarten and Early Childhood classrooms. She loved the children and staff members there and made a positive impact each and every day. Carol enjoyed gardening and searching for collectibles and goodies from antique stores, flea markets, and thrift stores. She was a regular at Goodwill! She loved music, trying new recipes to share with friends and family, and countless trips up North to the Eagle River area. But most of all, she enjoyed her family and friends. Carol will be dearly missed.

A Memorial Service will be on Monday, February 3, 2020 at 12:00 noon at the Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca, WI. Reverend Andy Behrendt will officiate. A visitation will be held on Monday morning from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. at the Holly Funeral Home. A memorial has been established in Carol’s name. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Sapphire Rose Johnson-Baum, 20, of Waupaca, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020 as a result of an automobile accident.

She was born on November 22, 1999 in Neenah, WI, daughter of Danielle Baum and David Johnson. Sapphire was raised by her “Mom” Jennifer Johnson alongside of her seven siblings: Otis, Reagan, Elliot, Willow, Charleigh Johnson and Elizabeth and Andrew Reis. Sapphire graduated from Appleton West High School in 2018. She then moved to Waupaca where she worked at Walgreens. December 29, 2018, she found the love of her life, Shawn. During the move to Waupaca, Sapphire gained a father figure in Steven Reis. She is also survived by many extended family and friends. Sapphire had an incredible love for books, especially the Disney character, “Stitch” and her siblings.

A celebration of her life will be Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Waupaca Library in her name to help the community and to continue her passion for reading. Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com

Sapphire would want everyone to remember: “Ohana” which means family and family means that no one gets left behind.

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Garth Oscar Towne, 86, of Wild Rose, passed away suddenly Wednesday, January 22, 2020, at home, fulfilling his wish that he would live out his days on the farm he loved.

Born in Wild Rose, WI, on May 26, 1933, he was the son of the late Earl and Mary (Eserhut) Towne. Garth began farming behind horses on his father’s farm in the Town of Belmont, Portage County, before moving to Springwater Township, shortly after he was married, where he farmed for over 60 years. In the early 1970s, Garth gave up the goal of designing the perfect feeder pig barn to become a dairy farmer. He was proud of his high producing herd of Holstein cows that he often serenaded and petted. Garth gained notoriety for one of his calves born in 2007. The calf, the seventh birth of the season and born on July 7, was distinguished by a big seven on its head. Garth named the calf “Lucky Number 7.” Garth attended freshman year at Wild Rose High School and then transferred to Waupaca High School for the agriculture curriculum. He was active in student organizations there including the Future Farmers of America, Historical Society, and Intramurals. Although a good student, after school was out for the day, Garth also spent time in the pool halls of Waupaca, where he became known as the “Milky Way Kid,” because he collected his winnings in Milky Way bars. After graduating from Waupaca High School, Garth played baseball for a Town of Belmont community baseball team. A natural athlete, but right-handed, Garth taught himself to bat left-handed and batted clean-up. Garth, who played first base, was once scouted by the majors, but a chance to play professional baseball just couldn’t compete with farming. He also enjoyed spending time in the outdoors and was a bow hunter for many years, always known for getting his buck. As a young man, he won a trap shooting contest, winning the prize of a turkey for the family table. Garth took up running in his 50s, entering some road races and winning his age group. When his children were in school, Garth served on the PTA, and later PTO, for the Wild Rose School District. He was on the committee overseeing the construction of a new school building in the 1970s. At a time when the school district was considering consolidating with another district, he was a vocal supporter of keeping a high school in Wild Rose. He was proud to have been able to see all six of his children graduate from college, the first generation in the family to do so. He was a supervisor in Springwater Township for over 30 years. As township supervisor, he spearheaded the construction of the Springwater Volunteer Covered Bridge which was built in 1997. The bridge, which carries traffic over Pine River, has become the focal point of Springwater Township’s Covered Bridge Park. Garth was an armchair historian, a teller of stories, a lover of chocolate, a merciless checker player, a bridge-builder, and a proud father and grandfather.

His wisdom and singing voice will be deeply missed by his wife, Wilma (Bauer) Towne; their six children: Rachelle Towne, Wild Rose, her companion Bruce Harrison, Poy Sippi, her former husband and friend David Bleskacek, IL, and their son, Austin Bleskacek (companion Jackie Schulz), Madison; Tammie Rau (Ron), Almond; Chari Towne (Jay Gregg), PA; Garnet Towne (companion Loren Lemke), MN; Ursula Towne (Brett Moore), IL, and her son, Vantine Moyer (companion Paige Bohannon), IL; and Trenton Towne (Rebecca), and their sons, Atticus, Solomon, Asher, and Elias, Waupaca; and one sister, Elaine Junkens (Ron), Almond, as well as nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Leighton Towne and Leland Towne; one sister, Beth Johnson, and one grandson, Samuel Orion Moyer.

A celebration of Garth’s life will take place on May 24, 2020 at the Covered Bridge Park.

Final commitment will be private with the family. Arrangements by the Maple Crest Funeral Home, Waupaca, WI. On-line condolences may be made at https://www.maplecrestfh.com/notices/Garth-Towne

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Robert G. Sasse, age 80, of Clintonville passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 in Clintonville.

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John A. Torborg, age 69 of the Town of Belle Plaine, Shawano County passed away at his home Monday morning, January 27, 2020, after a courageous three and a half year fight with cancer.

John was born on November 24, 1950 in Clintonville as the son of the late Albert and Betty (Zellmer) Torborg. He graduated from Clintonville High School in 1969 where he still holds records from his days on the Trucker basketball court. After high school, John attended St. Norbert College but left to work with his father in the family business at Clintonville Lumber, Inc.; eventually taking over the business in 1988. He was united in marriage to Jill Monty and they had two children prior to divorcing. Throughout his life, John was a huge sports nut and a wealth of sports knowledge. 20 years ago John met the love of his life, soul mate, and “Georgia Peach”; Pamela Smith. The couple loved to vacation together; especially when it came to soaking up sun in Riviera Maya and Ixtapa. John was an avid golfer and longtime member of the Riverside Golf Club in Clintonville where he loved shaking liar’s dice and celebrating with friends after a round. John was also a member of the Clintonville Moose Lodge, Clintonville Curling Club, and Cloverleaf Lakes Fireworks/Walk-Run Committee. John enjoyed cooking and was very good at it according to his family. He had a generous heart; donating to many events and individuals in the community. John was a hard working guy that simply knew how to just enjoy life. His presence will be missed by all those who loved and cared for him.

Survivors include: his wife, Pamela; children, Aaron (Beth) Torborg and Bo (Jessica) Taylor; grandchildren: Connor Torborg, Kiley Torborg, Lake Taylor, Carson Taylor, Trevor Lamers, Landon Torborg, Payton Lamers, and Carson Torborg; great-grandson, Jack Torborg; siblings: Susan Torborg, Peggy (Pete) Salm, Pat (Mark) Magee, Mary Jo (Bill) Humpal, Bob (Julie) Torborg, Jim Torborg, Gerry (Vicky) Torborg, and Anne (Mike) Kresl. Also survived by numerous other relatives and friends. John was preceded in death by his parents and a great-niece Ella Kasprzak.

John’s memorial mass will be held Monday, February 3, 2020 at 4 p.m. at the St. Rose Catholic Church in Clintonville with Fr. Timothy Shillcox officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Friends are then invited to further celebrate John’s life at Break-A-Way Bar, N2921 County Road Y, Clintonville, WI 54929 (Cloverleaf Lakes) following the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established by his family. They would like to thank the staff of ThedaCare at Home Hospice for the outstanding care John received and for helping them through those last few days. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting his family. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Ruth M. Kluth, age 96 of Appleton, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2020 in Appleton.

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Marlene A. Tews, age 79, of Apache Junction, AZ, formerly of Weyauwega, WI passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2020 after suffering a heart attack and stroke on January 8, 2020.

She was born on April 17, 1940 in Dane County, Deforest, WI to the late Nickolas J. Nellis and Verna (Newman) Nellis. She graduated from Weyauwega Fremont High School. She met the love of her life and our father James F. Tews who preceded her in death on September 2, 2019. They were married on December 27, 1958, and celebrated their 60th Wedding Anniversary together with their children, family and friends in Arizona in 2018. My mom always reminded us that she and our father dated in high school so they were together for 64 years. She drove bus for many years for Weyauwega Fremont School District while also taking care of their children while Jim was an over the road truck driver. She eventually went back to school and was employed by Waupaca County for over 14 years doing what she loved; helping others. She was the Transportation Coordinator for Waupaca County. She was the most loving mother and cared for Jim for many years while he struggled with his illnesses. She loved her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She never missed a special date and always sent cards to all of them when it comes to birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas and other special occasions.

She is survived by three sons: Robert (Suzy) Tews, Richard Tews, Randy (Sue) Tews; two daughters, Tammy (Britt) Gaffaney and Terrie (Steve) Liebe; also her son-in-law Randy Lind; grandchildren: Kyle (Emily) Tews, Samantha (Tom) Keller, Matthew (Christy) Brickey, Heather Lind, Danielle (Josh) Paradise, Casey (Marty) Hilger, Jessica (friend TO) Tews, Ryan (Melissa) Tews, Ethan Tews, Alaina Tews and Nicholas Liebe; great-grandchildren: Jason Tews, Aspen, Kinley and Oakley Hilger, Cameron and Aurora Paradise, Tayler Keller, Korey Brickey and Clayton Tews; her three brothers: Gary (Betty) Nellis, Raymond (Karen) Nellis and Terry (Barb) Nellis; one sister, Sue (Jim) Martin. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband James F. Tews, daughter Trudy A. Lind and granddaughter Kimberly Tews.

A private burial will be held at a later date in the Oakwood Cemetery in Weyauwega. She will be buried with our father and the love of her life James F. Tews. Our mother loved our father and died from a broken heart after losing our father in September 2019. They were a great example to all their children, grandchildren, family and friends what marriage and love is all about. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family.

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It is with great sadness to announce the passing of Aurthur (Egor) Nitke on Thursday, January 23, 2020.

Egor married Pam in 1983.

Survived by his wife Pamela (Packer) and his sons, Alex Nitke (Madison) and Jonathon Nitke (Waupaca) and brother William Nitke and wife Barbara (California.)

Egor’s passion was old cars and motorcycles. He always had time to help a friend. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life will be planned for sometime during the summer where we can all gather and talk about the cars and motorcycles Ego had through the years.

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James Soren Johnson, age 68, passed away on Tuesday, January 28, 2020.

He was born January 23, 1952 in Waupaca, WI; son of Richard E. and Maxine V. (Czeskleba) Johnson. He will be dearly missed by all of his family and friends. Jim was very proud of his Waupaca heritage and was recognized by the Waupaca Area Genealogical Society as his ancestors came to Waupaca before 1870. A graduate of Waupaca High School, Jim received his Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and History at the University of Wisconsin – Madison after which he earned his M.B.A., also at UW – Madison. He was a committed Comet and Badger through his entire life. Jim worked in the Human Resources Department at the world’s largest living history museum, Colonial Williamsburg, Williamsburg, Virginia. He was also a museum interpreter at Williamsburg, and it was in that role that he recognized his true passion in storytelling. After returning to Waupaca, Jim read and told stories to Grades 1-5 at the Learning Center and Chain School for 15 years. He was a member of St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and served on the Vestry, taught Sunday School and Vacation Bible School. He attended CRECEO and completed EMF courses. St. Mark’s was not just a church to Jim, but also family who were companions on his spiritual journey. Jim felt the length of his life was due to the excellent care he received from the Waupaca medical community to include the staffs at ThedaCare and Bethany Home.

Jim is survived by three siblings: Nancy (Tony) Hamilton of Lake Forest, CA; Susan (Keith Reingold) Johnson of Salmon Arm, B.C., Canada, and Stephen E. (Carole) Johnson of Waupaca, WI. He is further survived by nieces and nephews: Kristin (Patrick) Flannery of Geneva, IL; Anthony Hamilton of Irvine, CA; Erika (friend, Jeremiah) Johnson of Hortonville, WI and Caitlin (Adam) Benzshawel of De Pere, WI; Stephen “Michael” Johnson of Temecula, CA, and David Johnson of Oshkosh, WI, and grand-nieces and nephews: Patrick and Nolan Flannery, Emma Carton, Paisley and Mason Benzshawel. He was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Maxine Johnson, brother Richard G. Johnson, and niece, Michelle Hamilton.

Jim’s family extends their heartfelt appreciation to the staffs of ThedaCare – Waupaca, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Appleton and Bethany Home for their exceptional professionalism, talents, care and friendship throughout Jim’s life.

A Memorial Service will be on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Waupaca. The Rev. Nigel Bousfield will officiate. A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, January 31, 2020 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, James has asked contributions to be made to St. Mark’s Episcopal Church. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Karen Ilene (Strahl) Malone, age 74, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 17, 2020. She was born on November 11, 1945 to James “Howard” and Florence Strahl in Randall, MN.

The family later moved to Sheboygan, WI. After graduating from Sheboygan South High School, she began her career working in sales and marketing. For many years, Karen worked at The Waupaca Foundry and Tran Star in Waupaca, where she formed many close friendships that she treasured until her passing. Most recently, she worked at the Party City and Fleet Farm corporate offices in Appleton, WI before she retired. Not surprisingly, with every professional move she ever made, lifelong friends were added along the way. Her welcoming, fully accepting approach to life pulled all close to her. Her enormous heart and compassion were special and drew everyone she met in. In her younger years she loved raising and riding horses. As her family grew, she focused on her kids. She proudly cheered on her sons, supporting them throughout their teenage years. She was their wrestling team’s biggest fan rooting for her boys and the entire team. There wasn’t a meet that she didn’t attend. She was loved by any friend of her children. To their friends who knew her, they simply and fondly referred to her as “Mom!” She was so proud of her children growing up, supporting them with everything they encountered in life. Steadfastly there, ready to listen, and always with a hug. Then, she became a Grandma, twice! She just absolutely adored her newest role. At very early ages, both of her Grandsons fell in love with playing hockey, and she fell in love with watching them. She was happiest at the ice rink. Countless hours spent supporting them and cheering them on, learning the rules of a new sport that she hadn’t known before. Her favorite times were with family, cooking for the family get-togethers and spending those precious days playing games in the back yard creating smiles, laughs, and many memories. Throughout her life she was blessed with the ability to transform emotion into words. Whether through poetry, special cards, or holiday greetings, true to herself, she had a unique way to connect with people. Though often therapeutic for her, she brought comfort to those dealing with difficult times, loss, or sadness. To honor special moments in life, her words brought joy and happiness. A very special family friend described her best, “I’ve not known anyone with the capacity to care and love more than her. Given all that she faced, much more than most, she was able to look outside all of that and focus on those around her.” For those here on earth, we have cherished our time with Karen, she was admired, loved, and will be forever missed. It’s time now for us to share her with her mom, her dad, and beloved Joel, and Kaelynn in Heaven.

She was preceded in death by her firstborn, Joel, and her last child, Kaelynn; father, James Howard Strahl and her mother, Florence Strahl; half sisters, Adeline Hagar, Marie Frank, Elaine Lynch, Clara Hunter, Irene Strahl, and half brothers, Harold Strahl, Howard Strahl, Harris Refsland and Dale Refsland. She is survived by her son, Daniel Mantz (Waupaca), daughter, Dena Mantz (fiancé Andrew Lang), (Oshkosh); stepson, Ryan Reisman (Adam), (Las Vegas, NV); stepdaughter, Erin Malone (Waupaca); grandsons, Ryan Mantz and Jake Mantz (Oshkosh); sister, Virginia Griego (Roy, UT); sister, Lori Gilbertson (Sheboygan); brother Glen Strahl (Moreno Valley, CA), and half sister, Florence Bellamy, (Little Falls, MN). She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 8 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca.

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Mark Allan Krueger, age 59 of Waupaca, WI passed away at home after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, January 29, 2020.

Mark was born on August 31, 1960, son of the late Allan and Effie (Severson) Krueger in Waupaca. He worked for Valley Express Trucking Company in Oshkosh. He enjoyed riding his Harley and spending time with his family.

Mark is survived by his wife, Suzanne Krueger of Berlin; daughter, Angie (Ron) Lund of Wild Rose; son, Andrew Krueger of Waupaca; brother, Michael (Laurie) Krueger of Waupaca; sisters, Marsha Ziebell and Linda (Dale) Matheson of Waupaca; grandchildren, Taelyn and Tucker Lund; in-laws: Chris (Kelly) Simon, George (Kim) Huerth, Dennis (Diane) Huerth, Joey Huerth, Carol (Albert) Johannes; cousin, Brian (Orlie) Severson; also many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mark is preceded in death by his parents, infant sister, Mary Ann Krueger and close friend John Wilkenson.

Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 1, 2020 at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca. Visitation will be held from 12 noon until time of service at Holly’s. Online condolences available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com

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