1951-2020

Michael Gene Durrant passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on February 17, 2020 after a brief, well fought battle with lung cancer. He was born on September 20, 1951.

His grandchildren knew him as Papa, while others called him Doc, Iron Mike or simply, Mike. Michael is remembered for his remarkable dedication to his children and grandchildren. He relished attending functions his grandchildren were involved in. He left this world having been generous to family, friends and strangers alike. He often put the needs of others over his own, with countless stories of him assisting strangers without a second thought. He proved himself extraordinary in this life, being strong and trustworthy. He enjoyed fishing, family gatherings, home cooked meals, shooting the breeze, telling tall tales and drinking a coffee. Michael graduated from Marion High School, and then served as a medic in the US Army. After his service, he married Jaqueline (Clinton) Price, they were married for more than 20 years. Shortly after starting a family, he began his successful lifelong career as a truck driver. Never a person to be idle, post-retirement he worked seasonally for Jaymar in Plover through 2019.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, William and Genevieve (Zywacki) Durrant, brothers Robert Durrant and Dennis Durrant, sister Linda Smith. Michael is survived by his children, Abraham (Paulene Bobbe) Durrant of Plover and Amy Fors of Chippewa Falls; brother Jeffrey (Mary) Durrant of Waupaca; sisters, Sharon Durrant and Sandra Durrant; grandchildren: Aven Durrant-Bobbe, Jaida Fors, Amira Durrant-Bobbe, Adrik Durrant-Bobbe and Atticus Durrant-Bobbe, and dear friend Chuck (Shelly) Martin.

The family wishes to extend our sincere thank you to the Ascension St. Michaels oncology nursing and staff. The care, compassion and comfort given will forever be remembered.

A celebration of life, for family and friends, will be held on Sunday, June 7th from 1-4 p.m. at Standing Rocks Park, 7782 Standing Rocks Rd, Stevens Point WI 54482. A private intenment ceremony will be held at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

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Ignatius L. “Lee” Kabat, age 88, of Waupaca, WI, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2020 at Bethany Home in Waupaca. He was born in Green Bay, WI on March 25, 1931, a son of the late Bernard and Irene (Heimerl) Kabat.

He married Joan Gerritts on May 24, 1952 in Freedom, WI. She preceded him in death on December 26, 2012. Lee began his career as a builder while in high school, he even built an addition to Freedom High School as a student. He built countless homes and cottage. In 1970 he was a general manager at Millcraft Housing, he later became President of the company. In 1971 he moved his family to Waupaca, to a home on McCrossen Lake. He also sold real estate in Waupaca and worked for his son, Dan’s business, Legacy Builders of Oshkosh. Lee enjoyed time at the cottage on Kelly Lake and then home on McCrossen Lake. He always enjoyed giving his grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends boat rides. He enjoyed playing cards, golf and spending time with friends and family. Lee was a member of the Riverside Hospital Board. He enjoyed 21 winters at the Villages in Florida and was an active member of a Catholic Church there and St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church of Waupaca, where he served on Homehelpers.

The family would like to thank the staff at Park Vista, Bethany and Theda Care Hospice for taking care of Lee the past seven years.

Survivors include his children: Daniel (Colleen) Kabat, Leland, NC; Pat (Jeff) Fletcher, Waupaca, WI; Julie (Jeff) Layer, Plymouth, MN; grandchildren: Brent (Rebecca) Kabat, Brian (Kindle) Kabat, Leah Fletcher, Jessica (Zach) Hauser, Holly Layer, Gretchen Layer; great-grandchildren, Lucy Kabat, Alice Kabat; sisters-in-law: Ruth Oudenhoven, Dorothy Gerritts, Joyce Konkle, Janice Thyes, Carol Eastman. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife – Joan, four infant children, two brothers – Adrian (Helen) Kabat and Father Daniel Kabat – O.F. M. Capuchin.; Brother and sisters-in-law: Robert Oudenhoven, Vernon and Anita Gerritts, Russell, Gerald and Ron Gerritts, Urban Konkle, Wayne Eastman and Tom Thyes.

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Waupaca at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2020 with Father Xavier Santiago officiating. Interment will be in the St. Nicholas Parish Cemetery in Freedom at a later date. Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, March 14th from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. A memorial was established in Lee’s name to St. Mary Magdalene’s. The Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Francis J. Quaintance, age 96, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2020.

He was born in New London on December 11, 1923, son of the late George and Mary (Bodoh) Quaintance. On December 14, 1946, Francis was united in marriage to Jacqueline Christian; she preceded him in death in 1994. He served his country in the US Navy during WWII. He worked at the Neenah Foundry.

Francis is survived by his son Paul (Kathy) Quaintance; four grandchildren and a sister Lorraine (Bob) Woolsey. Francis was preceded in death by his parents; wife Jacqueline; two daughters, Joann and Sharon, and siblings: Adrian, Simon, Donald, Harry, and Joan.

Funeral service for Francis will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Residence Chapel in New London with Fr. John Kleinschmidt officiating. Visitation will be held at the chapel on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Hortonville. Full Military Rites will be held. The Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London is serving the family. www.clinehansonfuneralhome.com

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Harland “Harlie” W. Ziemke, age 88, of Fremont, passed away into the Lord’s hands and his wife, Evie’s arms, surrounded by his family at Cherry Meadows in Appleton on Friday, February 28, 2020.

Harlie was born December 20, 1931 in Neenah, the third child of the late Walter and Mollie (Kohnke) Ziemke. Harlie was very patriotic and a true American. He served four years in the US Navy on AD28 USS Grand Canyon. He met the love of his life, Evelyn Popp, in high school. On May 12, 1956 they were married at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church in Neenah. Together they spent 50 wonderful years together, traveling the world after retirement. She preceded him in death on October 8, 2006. After returning from the Navy, Harlie started in the mail room at Kimberly-Clark Corp in Neenah. His career spanned forty plus years at KC, where he retired as Director of Quality Assurance. Harlie enjoyed golfing, woodworking, hunting and fishing at their beloved Wolf River home in Fremont. Harlie was a member, lecter, eucharist minister and parish council member at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church and Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Weyauwega. He was also a member and former commander of American Legion Post 391 in Fremont.

Harlie is survived by three sons, Mark, Fremont; Michae l(Karen), Neenah; Matthew (Kris), Middleton and a daughter, Julie (Jody) Voight, Eagle River. Harlie was truly loved and extremely proud of his six grandchildren: Christopher (Karley) Ziemke, Eric (Casi) Voight, Andrew Ziemke, Jonathan Ziemke, Megan Voight and Samuel Ziemke. Harlie was enamored with his three great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Creed Voight and Mya Halverson-Ziemke. He is further survived by his brother, Walt (Phyllis) Ziemke, Neenah, and sister-in-law, Joan Robinson, CA and many wonderful nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Mass, followed by military rites, will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Ss. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, 105 N. Lincoln St., Weyauwega. Father Matthew Rappl will officiate. Immediately following the service, a Celebration of Life will be held at Pier 5 in Fremont. In lieu of flowers please consider a contribution to www.donaldjtrump.com and click on contribution or contact a family member directly.

Harlie’s family would like to extend their deepest appreciation for the love and care given to Harlie by Synergy Homecare givers, Suzy, Ashley, Gina, Jennifer, Heather and Jean; and the staff at Cherry Meadows.

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Marie E. Toepke, age 76, of Fond du lac, formerly of Fremont, died on Friday, February 28, 2020, following a long illness.

She was born on May 9, 1943 in Ripon, WI, the daughter of the late Harry and Elizabeth (Schmuhl) Penke. On June 21, 1969, Marie married Dallas Toepke in Oshkosh. He preceded her in death on June 12, 1996. Marie worked at Churny Cheese in Weyauwega for several years, and also worked at Silverfield Cheese and Brasch’s in Fremont for many years. Marie, who also earned the nickname, Cooky, was a talented artist who loved to decorated cakes, bake delicious food for her family and friends, watch birds, write poetry, paint, and write calligraphy. She also had a bit of a sweet tooth and enjoyed her chocolates.

Marie is survived by her daughter, Denise (Jake) Chaitkin, Skokie, IL; two grandsons, Eli and Max; her brother-in-law, LeVan Toepke, Fremont; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dallas; a brother, David, and two sisters-in-law, Eunice (Jr.) Koplien, and Betty Toepke.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Lewin Funeral Home, 210 W. Main St., Fremont. Pastor Stephen Pope will officiate. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the Michael J. Fox Parkinson’s Foundation.

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4/6/1943 – 2/28/2020

Lawrence A. “Larry” Faulks, age 76, passed away February 28, 2020.

Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, March 9, 2020 at Wichmann Funeral Home, Tri-County Chapel, 1592 Oneida St., Menasha, WI 54952. Visitation prior to service from 10-11 a.m. Inurnment is at 1 p.m., Monday, March 9 in Central Wisconsin Veteran Memorial Cemetery, King, WI.

For full obituary or to leave condolences, please visit www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com

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Our Lord and Savior took our beloved Norman Krueger to be in Heaven with Him on March 4, 2020 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Norman was born November 3, 1940 to Edwin and Melda (Liebmann) Krueger. He was baptized and confirmed at Christus Lutheran Church in Clintonville and went to River Bank Grade School and graduated from Shawano High School in 1958. Norman took over the family farm until the boys took over for him.

On May 21, 1961 he married Jane Kriefall and they were blessed with four children: Susie Breutzmann and her significant other, Randy; JoAnn (Daniel) Renel, David (Brenda Hartwig) Krueger, Gerald (Marlow Dorner) Krueger; seven grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and two step-great-grandchildren. Norman is also survived by a sister Glorianne (Jerry) Kuschel, a sister-in-law, four brothers-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law, and a sister.

The enjoyable part of his life was setting up the sawmill sawing logs and constructing the buildings from the lumber. Norm could fix anything and everything that was broke, and if it wasn’t broke he’d take it apart and see what made it work and put it back together again. He loved running the 1920 Avery tractor in parades, and truly enjoyed traveling with Jane throughout the United States and Canada; including four trips to Alaska. Norman was a huge outdoorsman and loved hunting, fishing, and just being in the woods. He enjoyed playing accordion, piano, and polka dancing with Jane. Working the family farm with family was never a chore. It was fun to him to be on the fields from dusk to dawn, and thanking the Lord for the rewards. Norm loved his Lord and family, and put all others before him. He instilled in his children to also love and put that trust in the Lord. We will surely miss him in our everyday living, and thank the Lord for blessing us with so many years together.

We also want to thank the doctors and nurses that took such wonderful care of him through the years, including hospice. They were there for us whenever we needed them.

Per Norman’s wishes, no formal services will be held at this time but a gathering may be held at a later date. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory assisted his family. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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May 17, 1949- March 1, 2020

Mary Streff (Rowley), age 70, of Waupaca, WI, surrounded by family and special friends, went home to be with her Lord and Savior.

Throughout her life, Mary was active in her church and community, volunteering to help out wherever she was needed. She was also an active volunteer in her children’s and grandchildren’s school activities. She had a passion for gardening and loved spending time with her family. She loved watching her grandchildren participate in their many sports and activities.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Jennifer Lambert (Tom Zurawski); son, Joshua Rowley; granddaughters, Bailee Marx (Andy) and Olivia Rowley; and grandsons, Derek Hollihan, Trevor Rowley, and Calvin Rowley. Mary is preceded in death by her grandparents, Elmer and Bessie Larson and Earl and Ella Rowley, and parents, Chandler and Alice Rowley.

Special thanks to Rick Hofstetter and Cherry Meadows Hospice for the loving care and comfort you provided. We are forever grateful.

At Mary’s request, a private family memorial service will be planned.

“I have Jesus. I will never walk alone.”

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Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Dorothy died peacefully with her family by her side on March 2, 2020.

Dorothy was born January 30, 1926 to the late Burr and Loretta (Babe) Armon. She married her wonderful husband, the late Russell Erickson on March 24, 1945. Dorothy loved spending time with her family and friends and attending church at Scandinavia Lutheran, where she joined in many activities including cribbage, bingo, coffee hour, and many Norwegian dinners. She spent many hours with her daughters, granddaughters, and great-granddaughters cooking, canning, making lefse, shopping and going out to eat. A longtime passion of hers was camping with her husband where they spent several years as campground host. She also enjoyed hunting, fishing, ice fishing, and snowmobiling. Throughout the years she cared for many animals and had a great love for dogs and cats. Journaling was something she took great pride in as she loved to reflect on things she had done with her family. Sometimes we would spend many hours at the table playing cards and watching Golden Girls, Smothers Brothers, and the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson while Paul Harvey and the police scanner played in the background.

She leaves behind her three loving children, Lynn Deeg, Appleton, WI; Jim (The late Peg) Erickson, Waupaca, WI.and Dawn (Randy) Birling, Weyauwega, WI. Surviving grandchildren include: Curt (Theresa) Cleaves, Joe (Tracy) Cleaves, Dan (Tina) Deeg, Dana Deeg, Revea (Darren) Erickson, Jennifer (Jim) Kirk, Heather (Martin) Dain, Shala Belinke and Shari Doe. She also leaves behind several great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.

Special thanks and gratitude goes to the nurses and staff at Park Vista where she resided for several years and made many friends.

Private Memorial Services will be held. Voie Funeral Home of Iola is assisting the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Dorothy’s name. Register Book and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.voiefuneralhome.com

Dorothy will be sadly missed and loved forever until we meet again in Heaven.

“Do not let you hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father’s house has many rooms, if it were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am.” John 14:1-3

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Bill Morien, 91, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on March 3, 2020.

Born at home on February 8, 1929 to Phillip and Clara (Roland) Morien, he was a lifelong resident of New London. Dad is the last of his family’s generation and will be truly missed as the historian and story-teller he was (the Leona Mech family historian). Oh, what a detailed memory dad had, as he could tell stories all the way back to when he was a toddler.

Dad is survived by his children: David- New London, James (Patti)- Weyauwega, Peter (Debbie)- Neenah, Elizabeth (Larry) Debruin- Neenah, Mary (James) Ciske- Appleton, Patricia (Paul) Johnson- Appleton, Rebecca (Mark) Barnett- Appleton, Jennifer Morien-New London and Joseph (Charlene)- Santa Clarita, CA and also 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents, Dad was preceded in death by Patricia, his wife of 68 years; siblings, Phyllis (Dr. Robert) Leitschuh, and James (Joan) Morien; daughter-in-law Pamela “Mergy” Morien and infant grandson Aaron James Morien.

Dad was a 1947 graduate of Washington High School in New London. Just short of his graduation, he unexpectedly lost his own father making him head of the household and putting his college dreams on hold. He learned what responsibility meant at a very young age by taking over his father’s business, creating the fourth generation of Morien Decorators. Dad worked tirelessly to support his own family and subsequently his wife and nine children. Over the years dad became an incredibly talented and self-educated carpenter, interior designer, home builder, painter and artist. He believed there wasn’t a church within a 50 mile radius that he and his crew hadn’t worked on. He was a perfectionist and his attention to detail showed on all he did. He left his children with priceless pieces of furniture he built from raw lumber, which will be our treasures for generations. He had such a love for woodworking he always said he would not live long enough to create what he wanted to do, or for his eldest son to even pronounce the names of the furniture he was trying to build. Dad always had a love of sports and followed the Brewers, Packers, Badgers, NL Bulldogs, and the Neenah Rockets. He was an exceptional trap shooter, hunter and fisherman. He was very active in the community as a member of the Rotary Club, Fish & Game Club, NL Golf Club, Gemutlichkeiters, DDD Club, and was most proud of his 25+ years with the Outagamie-Waupaca Library System (OWLS) where he held the position of President for many years.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, March 9, 2020 at Most Precious Blood Catholic Church in New London with Fr. John Kleinschmidt officiating. Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the mass. Burial will be at Floral Hill Cemetery, New London.

The family would like to thank dad’s doctors and nurses at ThedaCare Hospital, Neenah, and the Rehabilitation Unit at ThedaCare Hospital, the occupational, physical and speech therapists that helped dad through his recovery process. Hospice care was very helpful and compassionate. It will not be forgotten.

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Patricia “Patty” Gerow, age 57, of Tigerton passed away on Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at her home.

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David R. Nottleson, age 81, of Waupaca, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2020.

He was born in Iola, WI on March 22, 1938, the son of Roy and Edith (Ernst) Nottleson. He lived on the homestead farm until joining the Air Force. On February 2, 1957, during a major snowstorm, he was united in marriage to Rosalie Paulson. She preceded him in death on July 23, 2015. Dad enjoyed hunting and working in the woods. He was a kind hearted gentle man with an easy going nature and an abundance of patience. Dad had a very close and special relationship with his grandchildren who have many wonderful memories of their time together. He didn’t show his anger much, but if he asked you, “What in the sam hill are you doing?” you knew you were in trouble. Before mom passed they enjoyed camping, hiking and canoeing in the Boundary Waters area. They both loved nature and being outdoors in the woods, watching the loons while canoeing, looking for moose and bears and listening to the wolves at night. Back home in Scandinavia, they enjoyed the deer, raccoons, opossums, birds and any other little animals that came to visit. After they moved to Waupaca, they continued to enjoy the birds that would visit their feeders and nest in their flower boxes. When dad fell and mom became sick, they moved to King where mom passed in 2015. After four and one-half years they are together again.

He will be dearly missed by son, Steve (Dorothy) Nottleson of Green Bay and daughter, Lana (Keith) Reagles of Amherst Junction. Also surviving are grandson Joe (Jackie) Giacalone and their son, Keegan; granddaughter, Jessica (Tate) Cameron; and brother, Royal (Delores) Nottleson of Wausau. David was preceded in death by his parents; son, Mark David Nottleson; sister, Barbara (Curt) Taylor; and wife, Rosalie.

A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2020 at North New Hope Lutheran Church, 845 Cty Rd T, Town of New Hope, with Pastor Michael Peuse officiating. Military honors will follow the service. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Burial of cremains will be in the Scandinavia Lutheran Cemetery. The Maple Crest Funeral Home assisted the family with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Humane Society of Waupaca County, the North New Hope Church Sunday School fund, or the King Veterans Chapel.

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Verlaine Katheryn Fuhs, age 88, of Weyauwega, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, March 5, 2020 at ThedaCare Hospital in Waupaca.

Verlaine was born on December 3, 1931 to the late Emil and Alice (Holman) Yonke in the Town of Lanark, WI. She was united in marriage to Everett Fuhs on October 15, 1949. He preceded her in death in 2010. Verlaine was the matriarch to five generations of loving family. She worked at Lakeview Manor as a nursing assistant and also at Ron & Lloyd’s Grocery store as a bookkeeper. Verlaine and her husband Everett served as King and Queen of Horse & Buggy Days in October of 2000. She was a member of St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church and the Ladies Aide in Weyauwega. Verlaine was an avid bowler and participated in many national tournaments. Everett and Verlaine loved to travel and visited all 50 US States and several foreign countries.

Verlaine is survived by daughters, Evelyn (Roger) Trice, Lorraine (Tony) Penn; 10 grandchildren: Jodi (TR) Luedke, Laurie (Vern) Smith, Kelli (Stan) Luedke, Dan (Nicole) Claussen, Jon (Mandy) Claussen, Shane Luedke, Amy (Chris) Suess, Nicole (John) Luedke, Tony Luedke, Jered (Jessica) Luedke; 18 great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren and one on the way; six step-grandchildren; twelve step-great-grandchildren and brother and sister-in-law, Dave (Beverly) Yonke. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Daniel Fuhs; father and mother-in-law, Louis and Clara Fuhs; son-in-law, Arthur Claussen; sister, Yvonne Soerens; sisters-in-law, Marge Fuhs and Aggie Gerrits and brothers-in-law, Ken Soerens, Elmer Fuhs and Alvin Fuhs.

The Christian Funeral for Verlaine will be held at 11:30 a.m. at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church, 312 W Main St, Weyauwega, WI 54983 on Tuesday, March 10, 2020 with Rev. Aaron Kristopeit officiating. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery in Weyauwega. Friends may visit at the church Monday, March 9, 2020 from 4-7 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of the service. The Cline Hanson Dahlke Funeral Home in Weyauwega is serving the family.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Bethany 3rd floor rehabilitation and the ER doctors and nurses at ThedaCare Waupaca, as well as the ICU nurses for making Verlaine’s last days as comfortable as possible.

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Darrell D. Anderson, age 79, of Iola, died Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at Ascension Saint Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point.

Darrell was born in Tomahawk, Wisconsin on August 3, 1940, a son of the late Esther (Isaacson) and Andrew Anderson. Darrell married Diana Martin in Milwaukee on June 12, 1982. Darrell had worked as a salesman for Milwaukee Maytag, top salesman for 10 consecutive years. He had also worked in the warehouse for Krause Publications and was a local business owner. Darrell enjoyed family gatherings, toddies, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, cooking, card playing, gambling, traveling and mowing the lawn.

He is survived by: wife, Diana Anderson; children: Joy Anderson, David Anderson, Don (Ray) Corn, Doug Anderson, and Jodi (Ron) Murdzek; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Darrell was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, and a sister.

A Memorial Service will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 14, 2020 at Northland Lutheran Church, Iola, Wisconsin with the Rev. Daniel Somers officiating. A Visitation will be held on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be later at the Northland Lutheran Cemetery. Register Book and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.voiefuneralhome.com

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Gale Edward Ewald, of Fitchburg, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at St. Mary’s Hospital, during a brief illness.

He was born on March 18, 1923, at his parents’ farm in the Town of Farmington, Waupaca County, Wisconsin. He was the son of Robert Francis Ewald and Florence (Peterson) Ewald. Mr. Ewald attended the one-room McFall school in Town of Farmington and graduated from Waupaca High School in 1941. He married Charlotte Salverson of Waupaca at the First Baptist Church in Waupaca on Sept. 3, 1949. During WWII, he served as an Amphibious Engineer with the 534th Engineer Boat and Shore Regiment in New Guinea, the Philippines and during the occupation of Japan. Following his return, he attended Oshkosh Teachers College and finished his B.S. Degree in Economics and Sociology at the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1950. In 1958, he completed a Master of Science Degree in Agricultural Economics and Agricultural Education from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Early in his career, he worked at Oscar Mayer in Madison, and as an agricultural statistician for the State of Wisconsin. In 1960, he joined the United States Department of Agriculture in Denver, Colorado as an Economist. In 1961, Mr. Ewald transferred to the United States Department of Agriculture Soil Conservation Service in Madison, Wisconsin as an Agricultural Economist, and continued in federal service until his retirement in 1983. He co-authored several publications related to Wisconsin agriculture, crop marketing, and economics. As a side interest, Mr. Ewald was a partner in a John Deere dealership, Mt. Horeb Implement. Mr. Ewald enjoyed photography and year-round fishing. During retirement, he attended several Elderhostel courses and took many trips to visit friends and family around the country. He volunteered with elementary school students in the Madison School System. His greatest passion, however, was his love for cars — researching and owning more than 67 new cars over the course his life.

Mr. Ewald is survived by his wife, Charlotte; daughters, Janet Ewald and Carole Ewald (John Elliott); granddaughter, Hannah Sikorski; nephew, Bryce (Charlotte) Davies; and niece, Gayle Davies. He is also missed by his loyal feline companion, Sheba. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Jane (Ewald) Davies; and nephews, Robert Davies and Irvin Davies.

Funeral services will be held at Bethany Evangelical Free Church, 301 Riverside Drive, Madison, at 1 p.m., on Thursday, March 19, 2020 with Pastor David Carlson officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. Burial will be at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Lakeside Cemetery in Waupaca. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choosing. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

“It is well with my soul”

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Mary A. Dauer, age 93 of Clintonville passed away Friday, March 6, 2020 at Aster Senior Living in Clintonville.

Mary was born on September 3, 1926 in Chicago, IL as the daughter of the late Kasmir and Veronica (McCaskey) Waskin. She was united in marriage to Charles Dauer in 1944 and always held her Catholic faith as the center of her life.

Survivors include: her daughters, Kathy Poppenhagen, Atlanta, GA; Susan “Sue” Dolan, Amherst Junction; Pat (Todd) Deckert, Tampa, FL; grandchildren: Keri (Bryan) Cooney, Christopher Poppenhagen, Stephanie (David) Hintz, Matthew and Benjamin Deckert, Shellie (Dave) Soderdahl, and Stacy (Rick) Teschky; great-grandchildren: Trenten, Bella, Delaney, Ava, David, Dalton, and Ashton. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Charles, a son David Dauer, and sons-in-law, Martin Dolan and Ralph Poppenhagen.

A remembrance will be said for Mary at the normal St. Rose Catholic Church mass on Saturday March 14, 2020. Church service will start at 4 p.m. and Mary will be recognized and remembered during the service. Fr. Timothy Shillcox O. Praem will be conducting the mass. Inurnment will take place in the spring at St. Casimir Cemetery in Chicago. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is entrusted with Mary’s arrangements. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Stuart Holley Clark, age 72 of Almond, Wisconsin passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2020 surrounded by his family. He was under the care of Ascension Hospice of Stevens Point.

He was born on Oct. 17, 1947 in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, son of the late Frederick and Catharine (Lippincott) Clark. On June 22, 1969 he married Cathlene Newby at St. John Lutheran Church in Almond. Stuart was a Proprietor of Clark’s True Value in Almond and Plainfield, Wisconsin. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Almond where he served as Elder. He was a volunteer Fireman and First Responder with the Almond Fire Department. While serving on the county board, he was especially active on the airport board for Central Wisconsin Airport. Spending time with his family, Stuart especially enjoyed his time with his grandchildren.

Stuart is survived by his wife, Cathlene; two daughters, Christine Vertein of Evansville, Indiana and Carol (John) Raczek of Mosinee, Wisconsin; two sons, Matthew (Jill) Clark of Alamogordo, New Mexico and Frederick Clark of Middleton, Wisconsin; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Peck of Copake Falls, New York and brother, Douglas (Ann) Clark of Denver, Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Dorothy and Susan.

Funeral Services will be on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Almond. Rev. Brian Roehrborn will officiate. Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services at the church and during this time a lunch will be served from 2:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Almond Village Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John Lutheran Church for their sound system. Holly Funeral Home of Almond 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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Dennis D. Pockat, age 74, of Caroline passed away Sunday, March 8, 2020 in Appleton.

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Bonnie J. Nielson, age 67 of Clintonville passed away surrounded by family on Friday afternoon, March 6, 2020 at The Pines Health Care Center in Embarrass.

Bonnie was born on July 17, 1952 in Clintonville as the daughter of the late Reuben and Margaret (Tonn) Janke Sr. She graduated from Clintonville High School and was united in marriage to Gary Nielson at the United Methodist Church in Clintonville. The couple resided in town where they raised their three sons and later divorced. Bonnie was employed as a cleaning lady at Greentree Health & Rehabilitation Center in Clintonville where she made lots of friends and enjoyed visiting with the residents. She also babysat for numerous children in town which produced a great treasure in her life, Amanda Schwartz. Bonnie remained close to Amanda ever since her babysitting days and thought of her as the “daughter she never had.” Bonnie met James “Jim” McCormick in 2007 and the couple were engaged prior to Jim’s passing in 2018. They were often found camping together and loved spending time with each other’s family. In her younger years, Bonnie liked to bowl and shoot pool with friends. She was gifted with a green thumb and enjoyed taking care of her flower gardens. Bonnie also looked after any animal she crossed paths with, and was known by her family as an expert at rummage sales. She was a current member of the United Methodist Church in Clintonville and will be remembered by her family as a caring and loving mother and grandmother.

Survivors include: her sons: Mike (Stacey), Adam (Stephanie), and Brian (Megan) Nielson; Jim’s son, Jerry (Beth) McCormick; grandchildren: Kip, Aiden, Morgan, Emma Grace, and Bella Nielson; Mia Bruce, and Broden and Brenna Nielson; step-grandchildren, Chase and Travis Loose; step-great-grandchildren, Quinn and Wyatt Loose; a sister, Donna Ratliff and a brother, Reuben Janke, Jr. Also, a niece and nephew, Jenny (Greg) McRann and Jason Ratliff. Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, fiancé James “Jim” McCormick, and a brother William Janke.

Bonnie’s funeral service will be held Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Clintonville with Rev. Diana Ziegler officiating. Interment will be at the Graceland Cemetery in Clintonville in the spring. Friends may call at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established by her family. The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is entrusted with her arrangements. www.eberhardtstevenson.com

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Nancy Lee Johnson, age 71, of Manawa, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020.

She was born on January 28, 1949 in Streator, Illinois, daughter of Edward and Lorraine (Hanson) Jones. On June 4, 1967 she was united in marriage to Van Johnson at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Manawa. Nancy graduated from Little Wolf High School in 1967. She worked as a bookkeeper at Manawa Building Supply and then for Jones Farm Store until 2006. Nancy enjoyed sewing, quilting, baking, cooking, canning, and taking walks everyday. Nancy was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Manawa.

Nancy is survived by her husband, Van Johnson; mother Lorraine Jones; daughter Ann (Brian) Melewski; grandchildren, Brandon and Sarah; and sister Mary Jones. She is further survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Nancy is preceded in death by her father Edward Jones.

Memorial services for Nancy will be held on Tuesday March 10, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manawa with Rev. Nathan Reichle officiating. A gathering of friends and family will take place at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

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