ELAINE E. ZENNER

AGE: 89

ADDRESS: N2678 County Road E, Medford; A Township of Medford resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:30 PM Tuesday, April 14 at Aspirus Medford Hospital where she had been a patient for the past 2 days, surrounded by her loving family.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Saturday, April 18 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Joseph Pasala & Father Dennis Meulemans

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery in the Town of Little Black

VISITATION: 4-7 PM Friday, April 17 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford where there will be a 6:45 PM Catholic prayer service held; also at church from 10 AM until 10:45 AM on Saturday, April 18

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 11, 1926 in the Township of Little Black

EDUCATION: Spruce Grove Grade School, in the Town of Little Black & was a graduate of Medford High School

MARRIAGE: September 27, 1947 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville to Clifford “Cliff” W. Zenner and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage, she clerked at the Medford Co-op for a period of time. After marriage she worked as a homemaker & mother while farming in the Town of Hammel until her retirement in 1985. She enjoyed gardening, flowers, socializing, her chickens, going to the Tuesday soup luncheons, Saturday morning hair appointments, listening to polka music (Molly B), bird watching and church dinners.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford; Catholic order of Foresters; past member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Clifford “Cliff” W. Zenner of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sandy (Gordon) Bach of Medford, Mary (Dave) Mertes of Eau Claire, Kurt (Lori) Zenner of Medford, Lee (Joyce) Zenner of Hastings, MN

CHILDREN DECEASED: Grandson – Joseph Hoffman in infancy

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 9 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 8

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Duane “Bud” Gebert of Murfreesboro, TN, Ardis (Bob) Spanbauer of Antigo, Clarice Ludwig of Pahrump, NV & Merlin Gebert of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: 2 siblings in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: George Gebert, Jr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Elsie Ann Beilfuss

PALLBEARERS: Amanda, Derek, Stacy, Clayton and Caelee, Zenner, Michelle Ellenbecker, Jennifer Eck, Marc Bach and Chad Mertes

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation
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LEROY C. SCHMITZ, age 83, of Greenwood, formerly of Rib Lake, passed away at his home after a short and courageous battle with cancer, on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 surrounded by his family.  Funeral services will be held at 11am on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, in Loyal, with Rev. Steve Brice officiating.  Burial will take place in St. Stephen's Catholic Cemetery, in Chili, at a later date.  Visitation will be held at the church, on Saturday, from 9am until time of service.

     Leroy Clarence Schmitz was born on September 10, 1931 in the Town of Fremont, Clark County, WI, to William and Adelia (Kopf) Schmitz.  He was raised on the family farm, received his education at Heathville Country School and graduated from Loyal High School in 1949.  After high school, Leroy worked at Barr Minkery before joining the Wisconsin National Guards.  He was united in marriage to Audrey Mae Bauer on August 30, 1954 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Stratford.  He took over the operation of the family farm in 1954 and farmed until 1980.  They moved to the Stone Lake/Spirit area where they owned and operated L&A Resort until retiring in 1986 and moving to Rib Lake.  After the death of his wife Audrey, on August 10, 1995, he continued to live in Rib Lake until moving to Greenwood in 2012.
     He was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, the Lion's Club, Chili Sportsman's Club, and the National Farmer's Organization, in which he was very active and held various offices.
     Leroy had many interests, but especially loved spending time with his family and friends, fishing, hunting, his trips to Canada, gardening, playing cards and cribbage, and watching most all sports.
     He will be dearly missed by his 8 children:  Janet Meacham of Greenwood,  Randall (Kathy) Schmitz of Loyal,  Rodney Schmitz of Loyal,  Julie (Allan) Trachte of Rhinelander,  Rick Schmitz of Rib Lake, and the triplets: Peter Schmitz of Rib Lake,  Paul (Bonnie) Schmitz of Ayton, Ontario, Canada, and Patti Schmitz (Karri Gorton) of Tomahawk.  He is further survived by 12 grandchildren:  Jenny Lee, Chanda, Kristie, Rory, Shena, Joe, Kelly, Heather, Kelsi, Taylor, Tyler, Cody;  4 step-grandchildren:  Ryan, Brock, Dustin, Kailey;  11 great grandchildren;  2 brothers:  Marlin "Coon" (Virginia) Schmitz of Granton,  Gary Schmitz of Spencer;  his special nephew: Steve Schmitz of Taft, CA; other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
     He was preceded in death by his parents;  his wife, Audrey; one sister:  Shirley Tesmer;  and one brother: Russell "Bud" Schmitz.
     Leroy's family would like to thank the staff at Ministry Home Care Hospice for their generous compassion, concern and care during this difficult time.

LYDIA M. TKACHUK, age 91, of Lublin, WI, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Miller Alternative Care, in Thorp, WI, where she had resided the past 4 years.  Private family services were held.
     Lydia Mary Jaeger was born November 29, 1923 in the Town of Arthur, Cadott, WI to Carl and Mary (Sedivy) Jaeger. In 1929, the family moved to the Gilman area where Lydia attended and graduated from the Gilman school district.
     Lydia married Mike Tkachuk, of Lublin, WI, on November 18, 1943, in Medford, WI.  Along with raising her family, Lydia worked side by side with her husband on their farm, in the Lublin area, until their retirement.  They were well known for their Guernsey cows.
     She loved to tend to her many flower and vegetable gardens.  Hosting and cooking for family gatherings was her specialty.  She enjoyed feeding and watching birds and was a member of the Chequamegon Bird Club.  She also enjoyed crossword and picture puzzles, playing Scrabble, and listening to country music.
     Lydia is survived by one sister: Wilma Mravik, and two brothers: Raymond (Delores) and Rudy Jaeger, all of Gilman. She is also survived by her children: Jeanette (Philippe) Challe of Plaisir, France,  Marilyn (Tilton) Tkachuk-Davis of Red Wing, MN,  Michael (Sue) Tkachuk of Elk Mound, and Raymond (Tracy) Tkachuk of Lublin, 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren,  nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Mike, on January 3, 2011; and a half sister: Florence (Jaeger) Martin in 1993.
     The family would like to thank the staff at Miller Alternative Care for the wonderful home style care they provided to Lydia.

Dorothy E. Voge, age 86, of Abbotsford, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at Christ Lutheran Church in Abbotsford. Rev. David DePaoli will officiate. Inurnment will be held in the Abbotsford Public Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of service at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements.

  Dorothy was born March 21, 1929 in the town of Hull to Edward and Marie (Schneider) Rucks. She received her education in the Colby School District.

Dorothy and Edward Voge were united in marriage on July 19, 1947. They moved to the Owen area where they built their home. She was employed at the Clark County Health Care Center as an aide and worked there for many years. After retirement, they moved to Abbotsford. Edward preceded her in death on December 19, 2012. In the spring of 2014, Dorothy moved to the Colby Retirement Community where she made many friends and loved to play games and crochet. She considered the residents and staff at the center an extension of her family as she bragged often about the laughs they shared.

  Dorothy is survived by her two children: Dorothy M. Voge of Tomah and Randy (Pam) Voge of Stevens Point; three sisters and one brother: Margaret Firnstahl of Arpin, Ruby Lueth of Medford, Joann Johnson of Stanley, and John (Paulette) Rucks of Mosinee. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Edward; a sister, Evelyn Woodward and a brother, Ralph E. Rucks.

SHEILA R. HANSON

AGE: 80

ADDRESS: 366 Leila Street, Medford; City of Medford Resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:12 P.M. Monday, April 20 at the Aspirus Medford Hospital., Medford where she was taken earlier by ambulance

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 24 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. Brian Mundt

INTERMENT: 2:00 P.M. Friday, April 24 in Hillside Cemetery, Ogema

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 24 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 17, 1934 in Ogema

EDUCATION: Ogema Elementary School and a graduate of Westboro High School

MARRIAGE: April 11, 1953 at First Lutheran Church, Ogema to Lester J. Hanson and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Prior to her marriage she clerked in the Ogema grocery store and worked at a cheese factory. After her marriage she worked as a housewife and mother. They moved to Medford in 1967. Sheila enjoyed her grandchildren, knitting, quilting, fishing, baking, visiting with family and friends, watching the Packers, Badgers and Brewers. She also enjoyed going to the Lake of the Pines.

MEMBER OF: St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and its Ladies Aid

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Lester ‘Les” Hanson of Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Son: Steve (Marianne) of Medford
Daughter: Susan (Tom) Fritsche of Antigo

GRANDCHILDREN: Christopher Hanson, Caren (Jason) Van DeWalle, Luke (Alyssa Matzek), Josh (Ashley) Fritsche, Sandy Poehnelt

GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Ella and Alex Van DeWalle

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Chet (Marcy) Hause of Phillips
Sister-In-Law: Aggie Hause of Ogema
Brother-In-Law: George (Pat) Hanson of Westboro

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Rodney Hause and Virginia Hause in infancy

DECEASED FATHER: Chester W. Hause

DECEASED MOTHER: Matilda “Tillie” Hause (Maiden Name: Fry)

OTHER INFORMATION: Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake is assisting the family with arrangements
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RICHARD T. “DICK” MALSTROM

AGE: 75

ADDRESS: 129 Gail Street, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Aspirus Medford Hospital, April 21, 2015 at 2:10 AM.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford.

OFFICIATING: Father Joseph and Father Dennis Meulemans.

INTERMENT: A private burial will take place at The Town of Molitor Cemetery.

VISITATION: Friday April 24, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM, and also Saturday April 25, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9:30 AM until the time of Mass at 11:00 AM.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 26, 1939 in Chicago, IL.

EDUCATION: He attended Carl Schurz High School in Chicago, where he was a member of the swimming team, and graduated in 1957. While there, he played violin and was the concert master of a 100 piece orchestra. He earned his Bachelors and Masters Degrees of Science in Education from the University of Wisconsin – LaCrosse.

MARRIAGE: He met Lynn Marie Farrell while he was a lifeguard at Lake Michigan's North Avenue Beach, and later married her on January 30, 1960 in McHenry, Illinois.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: He began his teaching career in 1965 at Holy Cross Seminary in LaCrosse, WI. He then went on to teach at Medford Area School District starting in 1968, where he taught Physical Education and Drivers Education. He was the head of the Physical Education Department at the high school, where his goal was to teach “Lifetime Sports” such as archery, curling, cross country skiing, and bowling. During his tenure, he also coached many sports including Freshman and Varsity Basketball, Freshman Football, he was the founding coach of the Cross Country team, and took great pleasure in coaching Track and Golf for many years. His efforts were recognized when he was inducted into the Medford High School Wall of Fame following his retirement, in 1999. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, traveling and time at “The Shack.” The family camping trips to Ely, Minnesota, which have taken place annually for 52 years, were a highlight of every summer. In his retirement, he looked forward to taking his grandchildren on the “Grammy and Papa” trip to different destinations throughout the entire United States.

Throughout their life, Dick and Lynn took in 25 foster children. Each child they took in, no matter the time spent with them, became a part of their family.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, and sang in The Monks and Folk Choirs.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Lynn Marie (Farrell) Malstrom

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Jenn (Gerald) Knippel of Medford, Leza (Kevin) Wells of Medford, Cary Natoli (Fiance: Mike Stege) of Rosemount, MN, Juli (Darryl) Volk of Jordan, MN, Kristi (John) Murphy of Gunnison, CO, Don Tomczak of Medford, WI and Joe Tomczak of Medford, WI.

GRANDCHILDREN: Jaisie (Mike) Kleist, Kathrhyn (Ryan) Krueger, Jacob Knippel, Neill (Natalie) Nettesheim, William (Olivia Main) Wells, Lukas Nettesheim, James Nettesheim, Abygail Natoli, Erin Natoli, Emma Natoli, Alyssa Volk, Maggie Murphy, Jack Murphy, Shannon Murphy.

GREAT-GRANDCHILDREN: Sophia & Weston Kleist, Sadie Krueger, Remington Nettesheim, Morgan Wells.

SISTER DECEASED: Madelyn Ritzmann whom preceded him in death in 1995.

DECEASED FATHER: Richard A. Malstrom

DECEASED MOTHER: Bernice A. Szydlowski

PALLBEARERS: Jacob Knippel, Neill Nettesheim, William Wells, Lukas Nettesheim, James Nettesheim, Don Tomczak, Joe Tomczak.

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Dick may be made to All Sports Booster Club C/O New Sports Complex or to Holy Rosary Catholic Church. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com

Joan G. (Roiger) McCluskey

age 83

of Rib Lake, formerly of Rochelle, IL, passed away on April 23, 2015 at Aspirus Care & Rehab in Medford surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Hope Hospice.

Joan was born on January 28, 1932 in Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents Mike and Genevieve Roiger. Joan was united in marriage to Daniel McCluskey on June 25, 1953 at St. Ann’s Church in the Township of Greenwood. She is survived by her husband and their loving children: Daniel (Pam) McCluskey, Jr. of Sturgeon Bay, Dennis McCluskey of South Bend, IN, Jeffrey (Cindy) McCluskey of Rochelle, IL, Susan (Edward) Worley of Chana, IL and JoAnn (Danny) Martinez of Schaumburg, IL; along with 14 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Joan graduated from Rib Lake High school in 1950. After graduation she moved to Chicago where she was employed as a loan officer at Tallman Federal Bank. Joan and Dan lived in Chicago until moving to Oak Lawn, IL in 1959. After the family moved to Rochelle, IL in 1971, she worked as a secretary for the Ogle County State’s Attorney and later became a real estate agent for Nink Realty until retiring to Rib Lake in 2001. Joan enjoyed crocheting, gardening, golfing, canning, playing Bridge, fishing, cooking and traveling with her family. Her greatest accomplishment was raising her five children. Joan will be deeply missed by her family and many fond memories will continue to be shared by her husband, children and grandchildren.

Visitation will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Whittlesey, WI on May 2, 2015 from 8:00 A.M. until time of services. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M. with Father Gerard Willger and Deacon Joseph Stefancin officiating. Burial will take place at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Cemetery in Whittlesey, WI

Hemer Funeral Homes of Medford and Rib Lake assisted the family with the funeral arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to her family to be designated at a later date to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Joan’s name.
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The family would like to thank the compassionate staff of unit #3 at Aspirus Medford Hospital for their loving care during her illness.

For those traveling from out of town, Joan’s family would like to recommend lodging at Camp 28 in Rib Lake 720 State Highway 102, Rib Lake, WI 54470
or Borders Inn & Suites in Medford 435 S 8th St., Medford, WI 54451
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church Address: 424 Cedar St, Medford, WI 54451 Phone: (715) 748-3336

KAREN E. HOECK

AGE: 76

ADDRESS: 185 N 4th St. Dorchester, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 1:55 P.M. Saturday, April 25, 2015 at the Home Place of Dorchester surrounded by her family and under the care of Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at New Life Apostolic Church in Medford

OFFICIATING: Pastor Ron Schuenke

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Monday, April 27, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford and also 10:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at New Life Apostolic Church in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 4, 1938 in Medford

EDUCATION: Karen attended Medford Area Schools and Medford Normal Teacher’s College in Medford

MARRIAGE: December 7, 1957 in Medford to Earl L. Hoeck and he survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Karen worked at Hurd in Medford for a period of time. She then worked for Phillips Plastics in Medford until her retirement in 2001. Karen enjoyed traveling, baking bread, cherry picking, camping, gardening and spending time with her family.

MEMBER OF: New Life Apostolic Church in Medford, past member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church where she was very active.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Earl L. Hoeck of Dorchester

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Ed Hoeck, Kathy (Tom) Henke, Jim (Michele) Hoeck and Becky (Brent) Clarkson all of Medford

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 8: Raegan Hoeck, Joey Webb, Andy, Jacob & Matthew Hoeck, Tyler Clarkson, Rachael & Kayleigh Hoeck

GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 3: Lindsey Kauffman, Addison & Talon Judnic

SURVIVING SISTERS: Nancy Cox of Abbotsford, Sisters-in-Law: Edna Rickaby of Texas, Gerry Rickaby of California, Lorraine Hinson of Mundelein, IL, Louisa Howsden, MaryAnn Rudolph, Joan Brehm all of Medford, Grace Brehm of Rib Lake and Pauline Brehm of Schofield

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Helen Staab, Walter Rickaby, Lillian Selby, Mary Jensen, Charles, John and Kenneth Rickaby

DECEASED FATHER: Charles Rickaby

DECEASED MOTHER: Anna Marie Victoria Larson Ekdahl

PALLBEARERS: Joey Webb, Andy, Jacob & Matthew Hoeck, Tyler Clarkson & Josh Judnic

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to her family to be designated at a later date to New Life Apostolic Church and Home Place of Dorchester in Karen’s name.
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RONALD “RON” L. JUDNIC

AGE: 69

ADDRESS: 1318 Church Street, Rib Lake, WI 54470

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:52 AM Wednesday, April 29 at Deerview Meadows Assisted Living, Medford where he had resided for the past 7 days

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 2:00 PM Saturday, May 2 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Rev. James Heffner

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: 10 AM until the time of services at 2 PM on Saturday, May 2 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: October 25, 1945 in the Township of Greenwood

EDUCATION: Green Grove Elementary schoolTown of Greenwood & was a 1963 graduate of Rib Lake High School

MARRIAGE: December 26, 1964 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake to Darlene D. Kelnhofer & she survives

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: He served in the Army National Guard from 1963-1971. He worked at Gem Products in Rib Lake for a period of time. He worked at Power Products in Grafton while residing in Port Washington for a period of time. He returned to Rib Lake in 1965 at did logging work for many years. From 1993 until his retirement in 2008, he worked at Blount/Caterpiller in Prentice. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, sports & racing. He played baseball for Chet & Bernies & softball for various area teams.

MEMBER OF: St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rib Lake & was a past council member, Rib Lake Fish and Game, area horseshoe, bowling & pool leagues, Interwald Wanderers Snowmobile Club & was a charter member of the Underdog Dart Ball Team.

SURVIVING SPOUSE: Darlene D. Judnic of Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Ramon (Julie) Judnic of Medford, Ronni (Laura) Judnic of Rib Lake & Donnie (Julie) Judnic of Neenah

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son – Clark Judnic in 1998

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 7 – Jesse, Jordy, Josh, Benjamin, Justin, Megan & Joseph Judnic

GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 6

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Doris Zitzer of Rib Lake, Jerry (Ann) Judnic of Rib Lake, Sandra (Vernon) Dunkel of Rib Lake, Larry (Pat) Judnic of Rib Lake, Russell (Judy) Judnic of Stanley

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Shirley & Joe Judnic, Cindy Borman

DECEASED FATHER: Joseph Henry Judnic

DECEASED MOTHER: Esther Jean Jarchow

PALLBEARERS: 7 Grandchildren

OTHER INFORMATION: Further survived by many Nieces & Nephews
-In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to the family for future designations
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DONALD ERVIN “DON” MOEN

AGE: 80

ADDRESS: W 7020 Perkinstown Avenue, Medford, WI 54451

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: His residence, April 27, 2015 at 4:20 PM.

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM, Monday May 4, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel.

OFFICIATING: Pastor David Clements

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will be held following the service at Perkinstown Cemetery, where military honors will be performed.

VISITATION: 9:30 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM, at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel.

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: May 2, 1934 in Spooner, WI.

EDUCATION: Graduated from Spooner High School in Spooner, WI.

MARRIAGE: Married Adella Belle Moyer in Trego, WI in 1953.

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Don served in the US Army, and was a Korean War Veteran. He worked for Fruedenhauls Manufacturing and retired from there in January of 2015. Don enjoyed putting puzzles together with his wife. He loved to spend his time outdoors fishing, working in his vegetable and flower gardens, pontooning and camp fires. He built many different items out of wood which filled his yard, including bird feeder stands, arched trellis, garden walkways, and picture frames for the puzzles he and Adella put together. He also enjoyed watching Western shows, especially with his favorite actor; John Wayne. Don was truly devoted to his entire family, and his main passion was his wife, Adella, whom he loved dearly.

MEMBER OF: American Legion Post 47, Portage, WI and VFW Post 5729, Medford, WI.SURVIVING

SPOUSE: Adella Belle (Moyer) Moen

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Donald ( Ilona) Moen of Cochran, WI, Patty (John “David”) Neubauer of Medford, WI, Jerry (Erin) Moen of Morenci, AZ, Dawn (Keith) Lipinski of Athens, WI, James “Jim” Moen of Medford, WI, Henry Moen of Stetsonville, WI.

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 22 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 48 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 1

SURVIVING SISTERS: Mary Jordan of Spooner, WI, and Lillian Faber of Spooner, WI.

BROTHERS / SISTERS DECEASED: Roy, Bob, Ed, and Henry Moen, and one sister Alice Johnston.

DECEASED FATHER: Martin William Moen

DECEASED MOTHER: Carrie Gertrude Young

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in honor of Donald may be made to his family, for designation at a later date.
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RALPH J. WILLIAMS

AGE: 83

ADDRESS: P. O. Box 385 Farwell, MI 48622

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Thursday, April 30, 2015 at 5:45 P.M. at the University Of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor MI

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 8th, 2015 at Independent Apostolic Church in Ogema, WI

OFFICIATING: Jim Frankie

INTERMENT: Riverside Cemetery in Withee, WI

VISITATION: 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Thursday, May 7th, 2015 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford and 10:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, May 8th, 2015 at the Independent Apostolic Church in Ogema, WI

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 22, 1931 in Stambough, MI

EDUCATION: Ralph attended Iron River, MI Elementary School, and Graduated from Iron River High School. He attained an Associate’s Degree through Ford Motor Co.

MARRIAGE: January 1, 1953 in Newberry, MI to Nina Jean Stephens and she preceded him in death on August 16, 2011

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Ralph was a U.S. Army Veteran and served from 1949-1952 in the Korean Conflict. After his service he moved to Plymouth, MI where he worked in construction. In 1965, Ralph began employment with Ford Motor Co. working in the World Headquarters in Dearborn, MI as a resident construction engineer until his retirement in 1987. In 1991 he moved to Thorp, WI. Ralph then moved to Farwell, MI in 2010. He enjoyed woodworking.

MEMBER OF: Independent Apostolic Church in Ogema

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Diane (John) Combs of Covington, Louisiana and Vivian (Robert) Houchins of Farwell, MI

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 5 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 9 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN:

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Merwyn (Lois) Williams of Orlando, FL and Mavis (Donald) Kovala of Owen

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Helen Marie Pangrazzi

DECEASED FATHER: James Gilbert Williams

DECEASED MOTHER: Sylvia Vivian Erickson

PALLBEARERS: Church Congregation Members

Anthony J. Ostrowski 39 of Tony; died on Sunday; May 3rd, 2015 near Medford due to injuries he suffered in a motorcycle accident.

He is survived by his parents Phil & Louisa Ostrowski of Tony,

2 children from a previous marriage - Matthew Ostrowski and Caitlyn Ostrowski.

His life companion - Abby Hanson and their son Wyatt A. Ostrowski of Tony.

His brother John Paul & wife Tammy of Rice Lake, 1 nephew Paul and 1 niece Stacey.

Paternal Grandmother Kathleen Ostrowski of Sheldon.

Many aunts, uncles other relatives and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday; May 9th, 2015 at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony's Cemetery in Tony. The Ostrowski Family will receive friends at the Nash-Jackan Funeral Home in Ladysmith on Friday, May 8th from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM

ESTHER O. SCHREINER

AGE: 90

ADDRESS: 1712 Monroe St. New Holstein, WI 53061 former resident of Rib Lake

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 9:58 P.M. Friday, May 1, 2015 at the Homestead Care Center in New Holstein

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 9th, 2015 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake

VISITATION: 9:00 A.M. until time of services at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, May 9th, 2015 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: August 26, 1924 in the Township of Greenwood

EDUCATION: Esther attended grade school in the Township of Greenwood

MARRIAGE: December 28, 1940 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake to Lawrence “Bud” A. Schreiner and he preceded her in death on December 14, 1998

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: Esther was a proud mother of 8 children. She enjoyed gardening, canning, cooking and babysitting.

MEMBER OF: Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Donald (Nina) Schreiner of Arlington Heights, IL, Richard (Laura) Schreiner of Rib Lake, Thomas (Marlene) Schreiner of Medford, Steven (Michelle) Schreiner of Rib Lake, Patricia Leider of New Holstein, Margaret (Ignacio) Martinez of Wheeling, IL and Laura (Significant Other: Jim Steenis) Walber of New Holstein

CHILDREN DECEASED: Son: David (Leah) Schreiner Son-in-Law: Harold Leider

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 22 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 35 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 4

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Estelle Laub of Athens

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Martin Pagel, Christina Wudi and Theresa Peche

DECEASED FATHER: John Fred Pagel

DECEASED MOTHER: Anna Liebenow

PALLBEARERS: Donald Schreiner Jr., Richard Buksa Jr., Shanna Martinez, Allyson Walber, Daniel, Jason & Lawrence “Bud” Schreiner

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to her family to be designated at a later date to the Homestead Care Center Activity Program in Esther’s name.
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BERNARD L. STROBACH

AGE: 93

ADDRESS: Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford; A former Township of Rib Lake resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 5:10 PM Sunday, May 3 at Aspirus Care & Rehab, Medford where he had resided for the past 7 years

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 5:00 PM Friday, May 8 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

INTERMENT: Interment of his cremated remains will take place at Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake at a later time

VISITATION: 3:00 PM until the time of services at 5:00 PM on Friday, May 8 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 10, 1922 at Medford, WI

EDUCATION: Brandl Grade School, Town of Medford

MARRIAGE: February 14, 1939 at the Holy Rosary Parsonage, Medford to Jeanette A. Poirier and she preceded him in death July 2, 2012

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: After their marriage, they moved to Rochelle, IL where he worked for Baldwin Locomotive Works as a welder for a period of time. In 1948 they moved to the Rib Lake area where he managed dairy farms and later owned & operated his own dairy farm. While farming he hauled milk & cheese for the Rib Lake Creamery. In 1953 he went to work for Hurd Millwork in Medford where he worked until his retirement in 1984. They moved to Spirit Lake in 1972 & he entered the nursing home in 2008. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, traveling, spending time with his family, deer hunting, wood working, playing cards & playing pool.

MEMBER OF: Charter member of the Spirit Lake Improvement Association board; Hurd Millwork Union; Various bowling, dart & pool leagues.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Sons – Lee (Significant Other: Rosie) Strobach of Ogema, Ray (Carol) Strobach of Rib Lake, Dale (Bernadette) Strobach of Clear Lake, WI, Ted (Sandra) Strobach of Roscoe, IL, Dean (Gayle) Strobach of Ogema

Daughters – Bernadette Marschke of Rib Lake & Judy (William) Gelhaus of Brenda, AZ

CHILDREN DECEASED: Daughter-in-law: Bev Strobach; Sons-in-law: Bob Sunderlin, Stanley Kroll & William Marschke

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 27 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 56 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 22

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brother – Fred “Fritz” Strobach of Buellton, CA

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sisters – Dora Pagel & Grace Rauman; Brothers – Armin, Edwin & Chester Strobach

DECEASED FATHER: Theodore Strobach

DECEASED MOTHER: Mina Greitsch

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to either the Alzheimer's Research or St. Jude Research

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Alisa Ann Stock, 52, of Dorchester, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2015 at Wausau Aspirus Hospital with her family by her side. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday , May 9, 2015 at St Louis Catholic Church in Dorchester. Father Heibl will officiate. Visitation will be on Friday, May 8 at St. Louis from 4:00 - 8:00 PM and also 10:00 am until time of service on Saturday. Inurnment will be held in Dorchester Memorial Cemetery at a later date.

Alisa was born on June 26, 1962 to Lawrence and Beverly (Greaser) Smith. She is a graduate of Colby High School. She later received her real estate license at Mid-State Technical College. On July 2, 1983 she married the love of her life, Michael J. Stock. Together they had two beautiful children, Ryan and Brittany.

Alisa was a hard worker. She was proud to be a broker/co-owner of Quality Realty. Alisa knew how to also have fun. She enjoyed camping, golfing, and beating her brothers at bean bags. She loved to be with her family, especially those two precious grandchildren; Aubree and Kolbe, and her beloved dog, Diesel.

Alisa is survived by her husband: Michael Stock of Dorchester, two children; Ryan Stock of Ogema, and Brittany (Ryan) Viergutz of Medford; two grandchildren; Aubree and Kolbe Viergutz; her parents; Lawrence and Beverly Smith of Dorchester, and five brothers; George Smith of Dorchester, Tom (Lori) of Dorchester, Dave (Toni) of Dorchester, John (Julie) of Dorchester, and Steve (Jen) of Minocqua. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Alisa is preceded in death by her brother; Jerry Smith, Nephew; and Derek Smith, along with grandparents, uncles, and cousins.

BETH L. JOCHIMSEN

AGE: 50

ADDRESS: 705 E. Mill Street, Withee, WI 54498

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 8:20 AM Monday, May 4 at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield where she had been a patient for the past 2 weeks after a courageous battle with kidney cancer

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Friday, May 8 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville

OFFICIATING: Father Gerard Willger & Deacon Joe Roe

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Stetsonville at a later date

VISITATION: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville from 4-8 PM on Thursday, May 7 where there will be a 7:00 PM Catholic rosary service held that evening; also from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Friday, May 8

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 1, 1965 at Medford

EDUCATION: Stetsonville Elementary School, 1983 graduate of Medford High School, received an accounting degree from Northcentral Technical College, Wausau & in 2006, a nursing degree from Chippewa Valley Technical College in Eau Claire

MARRIAGE: Married to Bruce Tollin and later divorced

PRINCIPAL EVENTS IN LIFE: She was a DJ at K99/WIGM during her high school years. She worked at Phillips Plastics in Medford, Clark County HealthCcare Center, and then Our Lady of Victory Hospital in Stanley until the time of her death. She enjoyed the GB Packers, Brewers, Badgers, riding motorcycle, camping, reading, traveling, bowling, fishing, softball, volleyball, going to Rock Fest & watching her many nieces/nephews in all their sporting events.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Owen; Past member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Stetsonville where she taught 2nd grade, 1st Communion class for many years.

SURVIVING PARENTS: Mother – Florina J. (maiden name-Boehlin) Jochimsen of the Town of Little Black

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Sisters – Karleen (Ron) Sperl, Sherry (Chuck) Anderson & Gail Jochimsen all of Stetsonville, Sara (Gary) Krug of Exeland, Penny (Guy) Olson of Medford
Brothers – Lynn (Dianne) Jochimsen, Bryan (Melinda) Jochimsen & Jay (Jen) Jochimsen all of Medford, Kurt (Pam) Jochimsen of Stratford & Roy (Kathy) Jochimsen of Withee

-Further survived by 35 Nieces/Nephews & 53 Great Nieces/Nephews 

DECEASED FATHER: Wyllis “Buster” A. Jochimsen in 2013

 -Also preceded in death by a Great Nephew – Deagan Jochimsen

PALLBEARERS: Honorary – Hunter Jochimsen & Abby Olson; Active – Logan, Derek & Jarod Jochimsen, Sean Anderson, Keaton Edblom, Andrew Krug

OTHER INFORMATION:  In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be given to the family for a future designation

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Gertrude Marcella "Toots" Thomas, Medford, died on May 5, 2015, at the age of 86 years and 2 months. She was born in Amherst, WI on February 27, 1929.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry J. Amacher in 1966 and Anna Johanna Augusta Feustel Amacher, in 1971. Her husband Ervin Ernest Thomas also preceded Toots in death on July 24, 1998.

Toots was baptized in Amherst, WI and confirmed at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stetsonville, WI. Her Elementary School days were spent at Green Acre School on Cty. Rd. A, Stetsonville and High School Graduation from Medford, WI was in 1947. She was the oldest of 8 children born to Henry and Anna Amacher from 1929 to 1948. During Grade School years, her family hosted Bible School teachers (2) every summer for 2 weeks. They brought their tent with them; for teaching, but slept and ate, at the family farmhouse. About a dozen elementary age neighborhood children, joined them for Bible Study. This is mentioned because Summer Bible School was an enjoyable time for Toots. She was the Teacher's Aide before there was such a thing. It was many years before Teacher's "helpers" would be called T.A.'s. A lot of respect was shown to Toots, by the summer kids, because it was an honor to work with and for the teachers. Having three younger brothers in Bible School certainly did not begin to earn her any "kudos"!!

During the summers of 1946 and 1947, Toots went to Faribault, MN (where her Aunt Bertha lived), stayed in a rented room and worked downtown at the Faribault Diner. Those were her first and only times of living and working anywhere outside of WI. Toots rented a room in an older lady's home while working in MN. It was a very unique house that had a REAL fresh spring water well, in the kitchen. One that had a rope, handle and bucket to get fresh water at any time. Her younger sister, Annette, was duly impressed at age 8 when she visited Toots and got to stay over for a couple days and nights. Fall of 1947 she procured a job working for Keith Ungrodt at his IGA store in Medford, after which she moved on to Hurd Millwork and worked there for the next 25 years. Toots and her husband Erv were part owners of Thomas Floral and Greenhouse. During busy floral seasons, funerals, birthdays, etc., she put in many hours helping at the "shop", which she truly enjoyed.

Gertrude Marcella" Toots" Amacher married Ervin Ernest Thomas at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford on August 15, 1953. Their marriage wasn't blessed with any children, but Toots had a plethora of Godchildren; who she, until in recent years, remembered on their special days. For years; in the winter, Toots and Erv enjoyed Curling with the Medford Curling Club. They both enjoyed playing cards with other couples, going out for dinner, especially at Florina's and in their younger years they loved going to the AVON THEATRE to see the latest movies. Golfing on Ladies Day brought a lot of enjoyment to Toots' life. B.P.W. was a local organization for Business and Professional Women that she belonged to for years. Toots participated with the Ladies Aid and was a member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford. For years she and her "cronies" would hop into Fran Simek’s limo and head out to one of several Casinos. While Fran was alive they also took the Casino Bus at times. After Fran's demise, a bus ride every week or two to a Casino was the favorite form of entertainment, until poor health brought those excursions to a halt.

Toots spent about ten years giving "special time" and care to her Aunt Dorothy E. Amacher in Medford. She was like a daughter that her Aunt Dorothy never had.

Toots is survived by three sisters: Annette R. Moore (4 sons, 1 daughter) of Waupun, Melva G. (Dennis) Saliny (1 son) of Rosemount, MN, Roberta J. (Don) Bertucci (1 son, 1 daughter) of Middleton.

Beside her Mom, Dad and Husband being deceased, her four brothers, Bud, Ronnie (in infancy) Len and Hap are also deceased.

Hemer Funeral Service is in charge of all funeral arrangements. A visitation will be at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, Medford, from 1-3 p.m. Saturday, May 9. The funeral is at 3 p.m., with a lunch to follow. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com

Norman A. "Butch" Thieme passed away Monday evening May 4, 2015 after a very short but courageous battle with a brain tumor.

He was born on the home farm in the Township of Hoard, Rural Owen, Wisconsin on June 12, 1947. Norman is the son of Arthur and Alvina (Theilig) Thieme.

Norman graduated from 8th grade at Park School in the township of Hoard and continued his education at Owen Withee High School.

On August 20, 1966 he married his high school sweetheart Patricia Rinehart at St. John's Lutheran Church in Withee, WI.

Norman and Pat were blessed with four wonderful children Nicholas Thieme of Thorp, Crystal Krueger of Merrill, Cindy Thieme of Merrill, and Neal Thieme of Gleason.

Norman was a skilled jack of all trades. In his lifetime he worked for many places including; on the family farm, and many other farms including his own farm, 4 cheese factories, drove a milk truck picking up cans of milk at farms, 3 implement dealers, Will's gas Company, 2 mobile home plants, Marshfield Wilbert burial vaults, worked at a black tapping company, weathershield windows, and motor patrol.

After all his hard work he still had time for family and friends, making firewood, large gardens, riding horses, dart ball, bowling, collecting antique Massey Harris tractors and machinery, tractor pulls, and coaching Pat's softball teams. In his last years, he enjoyed fishing and the Edgar Steam and Gas Engine Club.

Norman is survived by his wife, Pat, four children, six grandchildren; Matthew Stine, Stacey Stine, Rachelle Thieme, Paige (Laven) Thieme, Joshua Krueger, and Jared Krueger, and one great-grandchild; Bradley Stine. He is also survived by 3 sisters LaVerna Marcott of Curtiss, Annette Frahman of Shelton WA, and Pearl Mengel of Augusta GA; two sisters-in-law; Delores (Glen)Turner and Arlene Thieme, and 3 brothers-in-law; Warren(Wanda) Rinehart, Douglas (Diane) Rinehart, Dennis (Renee) Rinehart and mother-in-law; Joyce Rinehart. Norman is also survived by many nieces, nephews, long time friends, and his faithful companion Teddy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law; Donald Rinehart, brothers; Arnold and Alvin, brothers-in-law; Art Marcott, Richard Mengel and Lester Frahman and his "catch" partner Buddy.

Memorial services will be Saturday, May 16th at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford at 11:00AM. Visitation will be Friday May 15th, from 4 - 8pm at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford and also 9:00AM until time of services on Saturday May 16th. Burial will be held at a later date.

Julius W. “Bud” Griesbach, Jr., 88 of rural Westboro, died
Monday, May 4, 2015 at his home under hope hospice with
his family by his side. He was born on July 20, 1926 in
Medford to the late Julius W. and Hazel (Mathias) Griesbach,
Sr. Bud grew up in the area and attended Hannibal High. He
then joined the military and served his county in the Army
during the Korean Conflict. Bud then worked at a tire factory
in LaCrosse for a time. On June 26, 1954 Bud was united in
marriage to Doris Smith at the Westboro Methodist Church.
Bud worked for Binker and Hug John Deere dealership in
Medford and then was a long haul trucker for many
companies retiring from Schneider transport in 1988. He was
an active volunteer in the Jump River and Westboro
communities including; the Westboro Fire Dept. and
Conservation Club, was a life member of the Steam Engine
Club by Edgar, and the Jump River Lions, VFW, and
Community Center. He also helped with the Taylor County
Commission on Aging being a transporter and was a former
member of the Stetsonville American Legion.  Bud was an
avid reader and would read each newspaper from front to
back. He enjoyed the Badgers and Packers, fishing but
loved to go camping.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Doris Griesbach of
Westboro, three sons, Alvin (Jayne) Griesbach of Stanley
and Rick (Renee) and Tim (Pam) Griesbach both of
Westboro, 6 grandsons, 1 granddaughter, 13 great
grandchildren and one brother, Raymond (Connie)
Griesbach of Rhinelander. Bud is preceded in death by his
parents and two sisters, Marcella Krueger and Louise
Zirngibl.
A memorial service will be held at 11AM on Monday, May 11,
2015 at the Jump River Community Center. Rev. Jeremy
Ahlers will officiate. Visitation will be from 10AM until time of
service Monday. Plombon Funeral Service-Gilman assisted
the family.

Anola Mae (Sersch) Pernsteiner, 82 of Medford, died peacefully at Golden Living Center in Abbotsford on Wednesday, May 6 surrounded by her loving family.

Anola was born September 25, 1932 to Arnold and Dorothy (Georgas) Sersch in Spencer, Wisconsin. She was the oldest of 11. Anola was a wonderful woman, graduating valedictorian from Spencer High School. After graduation, she moved to Milwaukee where she worked various jobs to help support her family. Her marriage to Gregory Pernsteiner took place at the Church of St. John in Marshfield, Wisconsin on November 6, 1954.  They took over the family farm in Medford in 1956 – raising their 11 children there. In November 2014, they celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Anola, also known as ‘Weasie’ by many, adamantly loved reading, history, and watching Jeopardy. She also volunteered her time assisting adult learners with literacy. Personal joy came from reading – she was a mainstay at the Medford Public Library, oftentimes having new books reserved for her before they hit the shelves. She also instilled the importance of education in her children – all of them attained degrees.  Raising 11 children was not an easy task, but Anola embraced it and excelled at the challenge. She encouraged and unconditionally accepted her children for their individuality. Throughout her life, and up until her final months, she wanted to make sure her family was safe, happy and connected to each other.

Anyone who met Anola even once could tell she was a kind, giving woman who radiated love. She accepted everyone and always found the best in people. If someone needed anything, she would give it, no questions asked. And no one ever went hungry when visiting; she was a wonderful baker and cook, and there was always a pot of coffee on and the door was open.

Anola loved humor, even through adversity. One of her biggest gifts to the world was that she loved to laugh. Her smile and wonderful sense of humor was passed on to her children. She loved to make up clever words, sayings and songs, and was always whistling a tune.

Anola will be remembered for her love of peppermint candy, popcorn and O’Douls beer. She adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved live theater, the Medford Café, Olive Garden, and “Murder She Wrote”.  Even though Anola was challenged by serious health conditions, her long life can be attributed to her strong will to live and positive outlook.

She is survived by her loving family: husband, Gregory of Medford; children Barbara (Ed) Acker of Rib Lake, Karen (Daniel) Arrenholz of Bloomington, MN, Steven (Jennifer) Pernsteiner of Spring Valley, Mark (Gail) Pernsteiner of Medford, Christine (Jon) Olson of Medford, Kurt (Kathy) Pernsteiner of Oshkosh, Karla (Lonnie) Willaby of Hudson, Scott (Sharon) Pernsteiner of Eau Claire, Terry Pernsteiner of Fond du Lac, Michael (Aimee) Pernsteiner of Altoona, and Todd Pernsteiner of Minneapolis, MN. She also is survived by four siblings: Mary (Vince) Weber, Beverly (Bill) Welch, Judy Sersch, and Nancy Mathewson, 34 grandchildren, and 16 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, in-laws, five siblings and grandson (Caleb Arrenholz).

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that financial donations be made in Anola’s name to Medford Public Library, Abiding Care Pregnancy Resource Center, or the Holy Rosary School Student Tuition Assistance fund.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. Visitation will be held from 4:00 - 8:00 PM, Monday May 11, 2015 At Hemer Funeral Home, Medford Chapel, and also from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

A prayer service will conclude visitation Monday night, beginning at 7:45 PM.

A luncheon will follow at the church. Cremation rites will be accorded following the service, interment will take place at a later date at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery.