Dean A. Habeck, age 78, formerly of Colby, passed away on Saturday, December 10, 2016 at Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield.  A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, December 17, 2016 at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby.  Rev. Mark Neumann will officiate.  Family and friends are welcome from 11:00 a.m. until time of service Saturday at the church.  

  Dean was born on September 8, 1938, the son of Alvin and Phoebe (Timmons) Habeck in Madison.  He joined the Marines and was stationed in the South Pacific from 1959-63.  On September 14, 1963, Dean was united in marriage to JoAnn Breu in Marshfield.  The later divorced. 

  Dean was a cheesemaker, working at the cheese factory in Riplinger and at AMPI/Foremost in Abbotsford, retiring in 2003.  He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Colby, where he was an elder and served in various positions.  Dean also was volunteer fireman in Colby for many years.

  Dean enjoyed bowling, hunting, fishing, NASCAR, motorcyles and camping.  He also was a Green Bay Packer and Los Angeles Dodgers fan.  In his younger days, Dean raced stock cars at area race tracks.  He never missed a dairy breakfast and enjoyed eating out, especially Friday fish fry's.  Dean always had a joke to tell.  But most importantly, he was a proud dad and grandpa and would never miss one of his grandchildren's events.

  Dean is survived by his three children:  Deanne Fechhelm of Medford, Mike Habeck of Abbotsford and Christine (Randy) Barkley of Medford; four grandchildren:  Ashley and Chelsea Hamelund, Joe Fechhelm and Randy Barkley, Jr. (fiancee, Taylor Hipke); three great-grandchildren:  John, Wesley and Miles.  He is further survived by a sister, Karen (Dick) Siewert of Clintonville and a brother, Paul (Lucy) Habeck of Marshfield; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Clifford Habeck and a sister, Linda Habeck.

  In lieu of flowers, memorials can be designated to Zion Lutheran Church in Colby.

MARIE L. JOCHIMSEN

AGE: 91

ADDRESS: Medford; A former Town of Molitor resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 7:47 AM Thursday, December 15 peacefully at her residence in the City of Medford under the loving care of her family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Monday, December 19 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

OFFICIATING: Father Phil Juza & Deacon Joe Stefancin

INTERMENT: Interment of her cremated remains will take place at OLPH Catholic Cemetery, Whittlesey at a later date

VISITATION: 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 19 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: June 25, 1925 at Medford

EDUCATION: Medford Area Schools; Graduate of UW Stevens Point in 1976 with a Bachelor Degree in Education & receiving a certificate of scholastic achievement

MARRIAGE: June 19, 1945 at Drew Field, FL to Cyril J. Jochimsen and he preceded her in death October 30, 1986

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Marie’s greatest joy was being a wife, mother and grandmother along with wearing shades of purple. After normal school graduation in 1944, she taught at various rural schools in the Medford area. After marriage, they began farming in the Town of Goodrich, later moved to Dorchester establishing Idle-A-Wile dairy farm in 1955. After retirement from farming in 1980, Marie & Cyril moved to the Town of Molitor. After Cyril’s passing, Marie opened/operated the 80 Acres Green house for several years with two of her sons. She served as Town of Molitor treasurer for a period of time. She moved to the City of Medford in 2009. Marie loved her family, flower gardens, reading, music, traveling and doing Su Do Ku puzzles. Marie passed her love of flowers and reading to her children, grandchildren & great-grandchildren.

MEMBER OF: Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Rance (Marlene) Jochimsen, Diane (Mike) Jochimsen, Linda (Tom) Vanderloop, Bruce Jochimsen, Marla (Mike) Brogan, Gerry (Mary) Jochimsen, Karen (John) Verthein, Susy (Paul) Boor, Joe (Ann) Jochimsen, Scott (Anita) Jochimsen.

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 37 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 39 GR. GR. GRANDCHILDREN: 3

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: John Gosbee of Medford; Brother-in-law: Charles Mayer of Chelsea
Sister-in-laws: Verna & Darla Jochimsen both of Medford

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Sisters - Anna Mayer and Marge Jochimsen

DECEASED FATHER: John Wesley Gosbee

DECEASED MOTHER: Anna Louise Steiner

PALLBEARERS: Family

OTHER INFORMATION: Memorials may be given in her name to either Hope Hospice of Medford , Simek Memorial Library of Medford or to the family for a future designation
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  Vilas A. Thede, age 88, of Abbotsford, passed away on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Golden Living Center-Continental Manor in Abbotsford where he resided the past one and a half years.  A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 22, 2016 at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby.  Rev. Mark Neumann will officiate. Burial will be held in Colby Memorial Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Eddie Voss, Galen Schreiber, Gary Grieser, Tom Streckert, David Syring and Nelson Weaver. Family and friends are welcome from 10:00 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the church. 

  Vilas was born on January 23, 1928 in the Town of Colby, Clark County, the son of Edmund and Hattie (Winkel) Thede. He attended Dill Creek School in the Town of Colby until the eighth grade. On April 23, 1949, Vilas was united in marriage to Verna Syring at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby. They were married for 64 years. Together they farmed in the Town of Colby for 35 years. They retired in 1984 and moved to the City of Abbotsford.

  Vilas was very active and always on the go, whether it be walking the treadmill or riding his bicycle. He also enjoyed fishing.  He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Colby.

  Vilas is survived by his sisters in laws; Arabella Syring and Ellen Syring, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  Vilas is preceded in death by his parents, wife; Verna on Feb. 3, 2014, and one brother; Leroy Thede. He is further preceded in death by his sisters in laws; Milda Ramker and Irene Hanne, brothers in laws; Rueben Syring and Clarence Syring.

  In lieu of flowers, memorials can be designated to Zion Lutheran Church in Colby.

  Stanley (Stan) Sromek, age 96, of Gilman, passed away December 20,

2016 at Oakbrook Health and Rehabilitation in Thorp, WI, where he
resided since December, 2008. 
  Stan was born on April 6, 1920 to Peter and Josephine (Myslinski)
Sromek in Lublin, WI.  He was the 5th of six children born.  He grew up
on the family farm helping his parents and siblings with the farm that
his father had purchased in 1912.  He attended schools, in Polley and
Gilman, WI.  Stan met Rose Marie (Polak) at a dance at Kit Kat in
Thorp, where he was playing drums with the Rhythm Rascals Band. 
Just as they started dating the war broke out and in 1941. He followed
brothers Milton and Edward to serve his country, joining the United
States Army Air Force.  Stan was a flight recorder in Burma and India
for fighter jets and bombers supporting the war effort in Southeast
Asia.  Upon returning from service in 1946, Stan and Rose married on
June 22, of that same year.  They took over the Sromek family farm
and operated it for 40 years until Jerry, their son, took over the
business.
  Stan was a strong family man, devoted to his wife of 70 years and his
children.  He taught his children the meaning of hard, honest work and
hard, honest fun!  Stan, along with his brothers organized The Rhythm
Rascals, later to be renamed the Peaceful Valley Swingsters Band,
where they enjoyed many hours of playing together for dance clubs,
radio stations, and weddings.  Later in life he enjoyed picking up the
drumsticks at Jungles Tavern (conveniently located directly across
from the family farm) with local accordion players to everyone’s
dancing delight.  (One more E-I-E-I-O!)  As a drummer, he had a keen
ear for the perfect beat.  He loved and appreciated a “good” Polish
polka beat!  Stan also loved the outdoors; hunting, fishing and
trapping, with trapping being what he was known best for.  “Trapper
Stan” taught many young and not so young how to set a good
conibear.  Stan continued to tramp the woods and fish the waters, well
into his 80’s, passing his love and respect for the outdoors to all of his
children and grandchildren.
  Through the years, Stan had the opportunity to celebrate many, many
happy and momentous occasions.  Two of the most memorable were
the 100 Year Anniversary of the Sromek Family Farm in 2012 and this
past June’s celebration of his and Rose’s 70th wedding anniversary!
  He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife Rose of Lublin, his
children;  Greg Sromek of Neillsville,  Sharon (Pat) Schaefer of Lublin,
Jerry (Sandy) Sromek, and Judy (Dewey) Cornell both of Gilman; six
grandchildren:  Greg Jr. (Chandra) Sromek, Lisa Sromek, Angela
(Jason) Fredrickson, Michael (Heather) Cornell, Megan Sromek, and
Bryce Sromek; seven great-grandchildren: Ethan, Atom, Aurora,
Orion, Gavin, Olivia, and Liam; sisters-in-law; Celia Sromek, Marie
Slowiak, Harriet Milstroh, and brother/sister-in-law, Tony and Helen
Polak.
  Stan was preceded in death by his parents, siblings, and daughter: 
Peter and Josephine Sromek, brothers and sisters-in-law Frank and
Eleanor Sromek, William and Ann Sromek, Milton Sromek, Edward and
Theresa Sromek, sister and brother-in-law Stephanie and Stanley
Reyzer, daughter, Mary in infancy,  and beloved daughter-in-law
Jeannie Sromek.
  A memorial service will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, December 27th,
2016 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church-Lublin with Father Madanu
Lourdu officiating. Inurnment will take place at a later date in the
Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 AM until time of service
Tuesday morning at the Church. Plombon Funeral Service-Gilman
assisted the family with arrangements.

  In Memory of Dear Husband, Father, Grand-father, Great-grandfather,
Uncle, and Friend  -Stan Sromek
  I farmed the land, I tramped the wood.  These are the things I
understood.
  No grand schemes that passed me by.  I knew the brook, the hills, the
sky.
  To hunt a deer, to wet the line.  Gifts from God so good and fine.
  Friend and kin, I loved them so.  Although I’m gone, I’m sure they know.
  I’m now at peace, life’s battle done.  I’ve faced the foes and I have won.
Author Unknown

EFFIE L. FRYKLUND

AGE: 95

ADDRESS: Current resident of Medford; former longtime resident of Prentice, WI

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: Friday, Dec. 23, 2016 at her residence under the loving care of her family and Hope Hospice

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 30, 2016 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford

OFFICIATING: Rev. David Clements

INTERMENT: Cremainal Inurnment will take place at a later date in Prentice Cemetery

VISITATION: 9:30 until time of services at 11:00 A.M. Friday, December 30, 2016 at Hemer Funeral Home in Medford

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: March 23, 1921 in Prentice

EDUCATION: Effie attended grade school at Morner School in Prentice and attended Prentice Area High School

MARRIAGE: On July 4, 1947 at the Baptist Parsonage in Prentice, Effie married the love of her life, Carl F. Fryklund and he preceded her in death.

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: Effie was born and raised in Prentice. After her marriage, they owned and operated a dairy farm for 30+ years. Effie enjoyed cross country skiing, gardening, many types of crafts such as braided rugs, quilting, and drawing, watching old western movies and had a passion for reading. She loved her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Robert (Denise) Fryklund of Abbotsford, Linda L. Patterson of Medford, Duane L. Fryklund of Medford, Sandy (Dan) Reichert of Medford and Gerald (Julie) Fryklund of Prentice

CHILDREN DECEASED: Sons-in-law: Thomas Westrich and Jack Patterson

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 13 GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 29 GR. GR. GRANDCHILD: 1

BROTHER/SISTER DECEASED: Anita Nelson and a baby brother

SISTER-IN-LAW DECEASED: Lorraine (Rudy) Rumberg

DECEASED FATHER: John A. Nelson

DECEASED MOTHER: Jessie L. Nelson

OTHER INFORMATION: In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Effie’s family to be designated at a later date.
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  Doris Romig, 84 of Gilman, passed away suddenly

on Wednesday, December 21st, 2016 at her
home. She was born on March 14, 1932 in Rib
Lake to the late Frank and Evelyn (Carlson)
Kolecheck. Doris was raised in the area and
graduated from Rib Lake High. She went on to
Taylor County Normal School where after
graduation moved to and taught 1st grade in
Gilman.
  When Doris moved to Gilman she met the love of
her life: Theodore Romig. The couple were united
in marriage on August 4th, 1956 and were
inseparable until Ted’s death in 2010. Doris
raised her children: Gregg and Sandy and worked
in the family partnership Romig’s Hardware still
active waiting on customers until her death. 
  Doris was an active member of Saints Peter &
Paul Catholic Church-Gilman and the ladies guild.
  She is survived by her children, Gregg (Shannon)
Romig of Hudson and Sandy (Jerry) Sromek of
Gilman, her five grandchildren, Megan and Bryce
Sromek and Tyler, Conor and Madison Romig, two
brothers, Francis (Annabelle) Kolecheck of Mt.
Pleasant and Mike (Phyllis) Kolecheck of Rib Lake
and one sister, Barb Bawiec of Hartford. Doris is
preceded in death by her parents, husband Ted,
grandson Garren Romig and four brothers, Roger
and Edward Schopp and Joe and David
Kolecheck.
  A funeral mass will be held at 11AM on Thursday,
December 29th at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic
Church-Gilman with Father Madanu Lourdu
officiating. Burial will follow in Parish Cemetery.
Visitation will be from 4-8 PM at the Gilman
Funeral Home on Wednesday, December 28th
with a 4 PM Parish Rosary and continuing at
Church Thursday morning one hour prior to
services at the church.

  After a long struggle with Alzheimer's and one last Rosary with her family, Mary T. Gumz, age 93, of Colby, formerly of Milan, passed away on Saturday, December 24, 2016 at the Colonial Center in Colby.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan.  Father George Graham will officiate.  Family and friends are welcome from 11:00 a.m. until time of service Thursday at the church.  The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements.

  Mary was born on June 7, 1923 in the Town of Frankfort, Marathon County, the daughter of Fred and Theresa (Uhlier) Swoboda.  On January 4, 1941, she was united in marriage to Harold Gumz. They were married for 49 years. He preceded her in death on March 1, 1990.  Together they farmed near Milan all their lives until retirement and moved to Colby in May of 1984.  Even after retirement Mary always remained active helping out on the farm.

  Mary was active in her church singing in the choir.  She also sang with the Milladore Czech group for many years sharing her pride in her Czech heritage.  Mary loved to polka dance and would meet friends every Sunday afternoon to listen and dance to various polka bands.

  Mary loved to make prunes and dumplings for her family as a special treat.  She loved the farm and the cows.  Mary loved to play the harmonica and go to rummage sales.  Most importantly, she valued her children and wanted to make sure their faith was strong.

  Mary is survived by her five children:  Patricia Monroe (Jerry Hayes) of Fort Worth, TX, Delmar (JoAnn) Gumz of Schofield, Roger Gumz (Unetta Unger) of Butler, Suzanne Frane of Madisonville, TX and Michael (Sue) Gumz of Athens; her daughter-in-law, Grace Gumz of Athens; 14 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.  She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold; her son, James; one brother, two sisters, two half-brothers, two sons-in-law, Gilbert Le Du and Gerald Monroe and a grandson, Daniel Le Du.

Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com.

  Dennis A. Frane, age 74, of Colby, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016, at Ministry St. Joseph's Hospital in Marshfield.  A Memorial gathering will be held from 5:00 pm - 8:00 p.m. on Friday, January 6, 2017, at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby.

  Dennis was born on April  25, 1942, the son of Alvin and Lila (Hardrath) Frane in Colby, WI.  He was united in marriage to Darlene Gasch.  Together they had two children; Doug and Dale.  Later they were divorced.  Then he met his significant other Sue Hederer.

  Dennis was a milk hauler for 41 years and a cheese maker.  Dennis enjoyed camping with Sue and fishing with his dog, Zoey.  Dennis loved to work around the yard and watch wrestling on TV.  

  Dennis is survived by his significant other of 22 years, Sue Hederer of Colby; his two children:  Doug (Carol) of Colby, and Dale (Cherie Rice) of Merrill; a granddaughter: Kalli Frane of Ladysmith; 2 sisters: Jeanette (Tom Kassie) Erikson, and MaryJane Erikson.  He is further survived by other relatives and friends.

  He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother-in-law: David Erikson.

  Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com
 

  Emily A. Zentner, 95, of Marshfield, formerly of Medford, passed away Monday December 26, 2016 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Marshfield, where she was under the care of St. Joseph Hospice and Palliative Care.

  Emily was born June 28, 1921 in the Town of Hansen, Wood County, WI to George and Emma (Braeger) Zentner. She attended Westboro Grade School, and was a 1940 Graduate of Westboro High School.

  She is survived by her sister Mildred (late Paul) Sweningson, Nephew Paul Sweningson, and very special Great Nephew Ethan Sweningson, all of Marshfield, and several nieces and nephews.

Emily is preceded in death by her Parents, Brothers: George, David, Victor Zentner, and Twin Brother Emmett Zentner.

  Emily worked for over 40 years at Hurd Millwork. She enjoyed shopping at malls, bird watching, flower gardening and completing crossword puzzles. She loved spending time with her family, especially her Great Nephew Ethan. She was a former member of the Chequamegon Bird Club, and enjoyed volunteering at area nursing homes where she played cards with residents.

  Cremation rites have been accorded. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday December 31, 2016 at Hemer Funeral Home, Medford chapel. Pastor David Clements will officiate. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of services at 11 AM. Burial of cremated remains will take place at Mt. Olive Cemetery, at a later date.

  Memorial donations in honor of Emily A. Zentner can be given to St Joseph's Hospice, Palliative Care Unit.   Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

  Alice E. Pribbernow, age 76, of Marshfield formerly of Owen, passed away on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Withee. The Rev. Thomas Myhre will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Riverside Cemetery in the Town of Hixon, at a later date. Family and friends are welcome from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 pm on Friday, December 30, 2016 at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Owen and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church on Saturday.

  Alice was born on January 28, 1940, the daughter of Sylvester and Helen B. (Bauer) O’Brien in the Town of Colby. She worked as a nurse’s aide in the nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the Colby area. Alice also worked in the office for Hutt Electric Supply in Abbotsford.

  Alice was united in marriage to Alvin H. Pribbernow Jr. on September 14, 1963 at Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church in Thorp.

  Alice was a member of Saint John’s Lutheran Church. After retirement Alice enjoyed luncheon outings with her siblings and also looked forward to volunteering at Bethesda in Wausau. She enjoyed camping and spending time with her family.

  Alice is survived by her husband; Alvin of Owen, sons; Bruce (Bonnie) Pribbernow of Marshfield and Richard (Judy) Pribbernow of Milan, grandson; Skyler Michael (Carmen) Pribbernow of Medford, step-grand-daughters; Christine (Eric) Wolf of Marshfield, and Tara (Evan) Sullivan of Green Bay, step great-grand-daughters; Gracie Wolf, Madison Sullivan, Pryia Sullivan and Emma Wolf. She is further survived by her siblings; Dorothy Schultze of Thorp, Carol Stroming of Colby and George O’Brien of Colby.

  She was preceded in death by her parents and a son; Gerald Pribbernow.

  Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com.
 

ANNE M. PACKENHAM

AGE: 99

ADDRESS: Montello, WI; A former Rib Lake area resident

PLACE, DATE & TIME OF DEATH: 10:40 AM Tuesday, December 27 at Divine Savior Hospital, Portage where she had been a patient for the past 1 day

TIME & PLACE OF SERVICES: 11:00 AM Saturday, December 31 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake

OFFICIATING: Father Otto Bucher

INTERMENT: Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake

VISITATION: Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM on Saturday, December 31

DATE & PLACE OF BIRTH: September 29, 1917 in the Township of Chelsea

EDUCATION: Whittlesey elementary schools, 1934 graduate of Medford High School, 1935 graduate of Taylor County Normal School, Medford & a 1967 graduate of UW-Stevens Point with a degree in education

MARRIAGE: June 6, 1939 at OLPH Catholic Church, Whittlesey to Emil Packenham & he preceded her in death November 13, 1986

PRINCIPLE EVENTS IN LIFE: After marriage, they settled in the Rib Lake area. She taught in Taylor County schools for 40 years until retirement from the Rib Lake school district in 1982. She moved to reside with her daughter in Montello in 2013.

MEMBER OF: St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Montello, Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Rib Lake, Taylor County WREA; Past member of Christian Mothers Confraternity, the National Council of Catholic Women

SURVIVING CHILDREN: Mark (Mary) Packenham of Claire, IL, Nancy Rogers of Brookfield, WI, Barbara Packenham of Stevens Point, James Packenham of Rib Lake, Mary (Chuck) Bornhoeft of Montello, WI

# OF LIVING GRANDCHILDREN: 14 & 2 step GR-GRANDCHILDREN: 18 GR. GR.
GRANDCHILDREN: 2

CHILDREN DECEASED: Granddaughter – Lynn Carlson

SURVIVING BROTHERS/SISTERS: Brothers – Raymond Brandner of Medford & Rock Brandner of Richfield, WISisters – Rosemary (Bob) Werner of Whittlesey

Sisters-in-law: Elinora Brandner, Barbara Brandner, & Rita Brandner all of Medford

Further survived by many nieces, nephews & other relatives

BROTHERS/SISTERS DECEASED: Brothers – John, Carl Jr., Roman, Herbert & Ralph Brandner; Sisters – Catherine Lamberty, Thecla Oestreich & Ida Scott

DECEASED FATHER: Carl Brandner, Sr.

DECEASED MOTHER: Kunigunde (Linzner) Brandner

PALLBEARERS: Grandsons – David, Tim, Dan & Todd Packenham, Jeffrey, John & James Marthaler

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  Margaret Mary Seidel, 94, of Rib Lake, passed away Wednesday December 28, 2016 at The Golden Living Center in Rib Lake.

  Margaret was born July 11, 1922 to Michael and Rosa Schneider in the family home in which she then grew up in. She was the 6th of 14 children born to them. She attended Mud Lake School in Rib Lake and spent most of her 94 years in the Rib Lake area. It was here that she married the love of her life, Leonard (Jack) Seidel in 1942. Together they raised their three sons just outside of the village limits.
  Margaret was a working mother, employed 30 years with Gem Products in Rib Lake. In 1985 at her husband’s request, she joined him in retirement, which they enjoyed together until his death in 1990. She was a homemaker, mother and wife that relied on the skills she learned as a child in her mother’s kitchen.   The kitchen was her domain where she turned out countless pies, jars of jam and jelly, canned venison and canned vegetables. Margaret enjoyed listening to polka music while she worked in the kitchen and her radio scanner.
  Margaret enjoyed dancing, gardening, cooking, canning, bowling, travelling and visiting with her friends, family and neighbors. As a lifelong member of the Good Shepard Catholic Church she participated as a member of the Christian Mothers, helping with church dinners and donating food as needed. She also served as a den mother when her sons were in the Rib Lake Cub Scouts.
  After her husband’s death she enjoyed the companionship of her dear friend, Lyle Schmedegard, for 20 years. They filled each other’s lives with dancing, laughter and friendship until his passing in 2013. In 2012 she moved into the Village of Rib Lake after living 60 years in her home, with the last 24 being alone. Her family cherishes the memories of the simple and wholesome lifestyle she modeled, the values she taught of the benefits of hard work and of not being wasteful and the ability to take life as it comes, no matter what.

  She is survived her Sons: Richard (Terri) Seidel of Fall Creek, Dale (Patty) Seidel of Brooklyn, 7 Grandchildren: Brian Seidel, Greg Seidel, Shari (Chad) Strasburg, Kim (Steve) Goetz, Michael Seidel, Suzette (Scott) Reynolds and Tracy (Michael) Procajlo; 8 Great Grandchildren: Reid (Shari) Strasburg, Laura and Nathan Seidel (Brian), Jessica and Randy (Suzette) Reynolds, and Alexander, Ethan and Sydney (Tracey) Procajlo; and 3 Great Great Granddaughters.
  She was preceded in death by her husband Leonard Seidel, and sons Francis Seidel and infant Dennis Seidel; Brothers: Walter, Norbert and Michael; Sisters: Bernice, Bertha, Rosemary, Anne, Frieda, Rita and Emma.
  Three of the family of fourteen survive: 2 Sisters: Marie (Paul) Froebe of Ft. Collins, CO, Agnes (Ross) Petersen of Phillips, and brother Gerald (Adrian) Schneider of Rib Lake, and many nieces and nephews.
Memorial Donations in honor of Margaret may be given to the family, proceeds will be designated to the Rib Lake Fire and EMS Department.
  A funeral mass will be held at 11 AM, Friday December 30, 2016 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake. Father Otto Bucher will officiate. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday at Good Shepherd Church from 10 AM until the time of Mass at 11 AM.
  Memorial Donations in honor of Margaret may be given to the family, proceeds will be designated to the Rib Lake Fire and EMS Department.
  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www. Hemerfuneralservice.com

  George E. Tom, 78, of Deer Creek, passed away on December 23, 2016 at home. George was born on September 3, 1938 to Edward and Ann Tom. He attended Stetsonville schools. He married Rose Hamm, who survives him, in 1960 in St. Paul, MN. George worked in roofing, carpentry, road construction and most recently as a mechanic at Peterson Construction for 13 years.

  In his spare time George enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing, making firewood, playing cards, working in his garage, wood working, going to his camper, sleigh rides, and spending time with his family and friends. He was also a member of the Operating Engineers Union and Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville.

  In addition to his wife, Rose,  George is survived by his children, Kathy Tom of Medford, Laurie (Jeff) Hartwig of Medford, and Jeff (Deb) Tom of Medford; grandchildren, Matt (Billie) Hartwig of Medford, Jason (Andrea) Hartwig of Medford, Rachel (Gary) McCully of Green Bay, Caitlin Fierke of Stetsonville, and Caleb Fierke of Medford;, great-grandchildren Tyler, Rylee, Wyatt, Clayton, and one on the way. George is further survived by his brothers Charles (Sandy) Tom of Medford, Herbert (Linda) Tom of Oklahoma, Phil (Sue) Tom of Westboro; sisters Rose (Alvin) Kloth of Medford, Bernice Cypher of Crivitz, Carolyn (Jerry) Nelson of Hales Corner.

  George is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Clarence Tom.

  A memorial service for George will be held on Friday, December 30 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Stetsonville at 11:00 AM with Rev Richard Russow officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00.

  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

  Martin A Prasnicki, 91 of Gilman, died at home on December 28,

2016 under the care of Hope Hospice. He was born on
December 3, 1925 in Kane, Pennsylvania the son of the late
Alois and Agnes (Trulik) Prasnicki. The family moved to
Wisconsin in March of 1926 and settled in Gilman. Martin
attended Gilman public schools.
  He enlisted in the US Navy in November of 1943. Martin did his
boot camp in Idaho then gunnery school in San Diego, CA for 5
weeks. Martin was then assigned as an armed guard on the
Merchant Marine ship SS Flying Mist as a 20MM gunner which
transported cargo and ammunitions to different islands in the
Pacific Ocean (7 trips). He ended his service as a dispatcher in
the motor pool at Pearl Harbor, HI. Martin was discharged May 6,
1946 with the rank of Coxswain.
  On June 4, 1946 he came home to Gilman and bought a farm
two weeks later. Martin worked on the farm that he loved until
2013; after which time he moved to the Village of Gilman. Martin
not only farmed but also owned and operated a school bus for
37 years in the Gilman School District.
  Martin married Margie Piwoni on July 10, 1948 at Saints Peter &
Paul Catholic Church in Gilman. She preceded him in death due
to an automobile accident on December 2, 1967. Martin married
Loretta Sromek on February 7, 1976 at Corpus Christi Catholic
Church in Cleveland, OH.
  He is survived by his wife, Loretta of Gilman, his five children,
Gary Prasnicki and Susan Dailey both of Rochester, MN, Lorie
(Jimmy) Gwiazdon and Cheryl (Randy) Boone both of Eau Claire
and Mary (Steve) Davis of Richmond, Kentucky, four
grandchildren, Colin (Christa Anderson) and Caylee Boone,
Ryan (Katrina Nelson) Gwiazdon and Savannah Davis and two
brothers, Henry (Dorothy) Prasnicki of Big Stone Lake, South
Dakota and Phillip Prasnicki of Gilman. Martin is preceded in
death by his parents, 1st wife, Margie, one grandchild, baby
Alexandra Davis and nine siblings, Steve, Veronica, Mary,
Agnes, John, Michael, Barbara Perlock, Rose Gallett and Anne
Dylo.
  A funeral mass will be held at 11AM on Tuesday, January 3,
2017 at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church-Gilman with
Father Madanu Lourdu Raju officiating. Burial will follow in the
Parish Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, January 2nd from
5-7 PM at the Gilman Funeral Home with a 7PM Parish Rosary
and on Tuesday morning at church one hour prior to services. 

  Kenneth J. Hasenohrl, age 82, of Colby passed away on Friday, December 30, 2016 at his home under the tender care of hospice.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at St. Mary of Help of Christian Catholic Parish in Colby.  Father Peter Manickam will officiate. Interment to follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Colby with Military Honors provided by the Colby VFW Post #2227.  Family and friends are welcome from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, January 2 with a Prayer Service at 7:00 and on Tuesday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. all at the church. 

  Ken was born June 10, 1934, the son of Peter and Odialia (Kanter) Hasenohrl.  He attended St. Mary's and graduated from Colby High School. After graduation, Ken had a route delivering Parkin Ice Cream.  He enlisted in the US Navy in 1954 and trained as an Air Traffic Controller.  In 1958, Ken joined the Air Force as a Controller and in 1962, he was hired as a controller for the FAA.  He worked in Casper, Wyoming for 17 years before working for Army his last four years, retiring in 1988.

  Ken was united in marriage to Joanne Brotowich in 1958, but they later divorced and had four children.  In 1996, he was united in marriage to Margaret (Firnstahl) Bruesewitz.  He enjoyed bowling, golf and walking.     Ken and Margaret enjoyed traveling and bowling together in senior leagues.  As health issues came about, he always commented on the two great families he had and enjoyed his life.

  Kenneth is survived by his wife, Margaret of Colby; four children:  Rick Hasenohrl, Sam (Binh) Hasenohrl, Paul (Kelly) Hasenohrl and Stacie (Craig) Havnes all of Tucson, AZ; five step-children: Jill (Joe) Schaefer, Mary Jean (Darrell) Hornick, Scott (Tiffany) Bruesewitz, Julie (Harv) Zettler and Cindy (Chad) Pagelsdorf; one grandson, Adam Havnes; 12 step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren with two more due in March and May.  He is further survived by three sisters: Marcie Kirejczyk, Rose Fettig and Lois Retzer; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Richard and a sister, Marilyn Furtak.

  Eleanor Mae Louise Drymiller, 84, of Medford, passed away Friday, December 30, 2016 at Aspirus Care and Rehab in Medford.

  Eleanor was born January 10, 1932 in Lake Geneva, WI to Frank and Cora (Renner) Erckfritz. She graduated from Harvard High School in Harvard, IL. She married Gerald J. Drymiller on February 23, 1952 in Harvard. Gerald preceded her in death on June 4, 1994.
  She is survived by her children: Terrie (Montie) Ruffner of Plattsmouth, NE, Theodore Drymiller of Gilman, Lauri (George) Palmer of Sidney, MI, Patricia Drymiller of Fargo, ND, Jeffrey (Christine) Drymiller of Clarksville, TN, Kathy (Edward) Holub of Medford, Tammy (Terry) Fieselman of Medford,and Russell Drymiller of Withee, 33 Grandchildren, 32 Great Grandchildren, 1 Great Great Granddaughter, and several nieces and nephews.
  Eleanor is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Sister Bertha Fischer, Grandson Joseph Walker, and Granddaughter Stacey Prokopiak, Great Granddaughter Zoee Williams.
  Eleanor will always be remembered as a dedicated mother and farmer’s wife. After raising her 8 children, she went on to work as the Secretary for Clark County Co-Op Extension in Neillsville. She then went on to work as a Dietary Aid at the Medford Memorial Hospital.
  She enjoyed picture puzzles, embroidery, sewing, canning, gardening, reading, crossword puzzles. She loved to clean and arrange her husband tools in his shop for him.
  Eleanor loved her family, although her children live throughout the country, she treasured her time spent with each of them.
  She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford, and the American Legion Auxiliary.  

  Funeral services for Eleanor will be held at 12 Noon, Monday, January 2, 2017 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford. Pastor Brian Mundt will officiate. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday beginning at 10:30 AM, until the time of service at 12 noon. Cremation rites will follow the service, burial of cremated remains will take place at the Lublin Cemetery at a later date.

  In honor of Eleanor, memorial donations can be made to her family, for designation at a later date.
Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

  Esta Mae Vlach, 92, of Rib Lake, passed away Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Golden Living Center, Rib Lake.   Esta was born September 14, 1924 in Harold, KY to James and Margaret (White) Keathley. She attended Pikesville High School in Pikesville, KY. She married Emil Vlach on December 26, 1945 in Dallas, TX. Emil preceded her in death on February 21, 2007.        

  She is survived by her Daughters: Joan(Mick) Klein of Grafton, Linda (Jerry) Stellbrink and LaNah (Jerry) Brahmer, both of Medford, Grandchildren: Joyce (Dan) Pond of Cameron, Susan Klein of Milwaukee, Michele (Kas Raymer) Klein of Manhattan, KS, Amber (Nick) Stroud of Wauwatosa, Renea (Monty) Henke of Medford, Todd (Katie) Brahmer of Medford, Great Grandchildren: Tyler Henke, Brevin Brahmer, Mark and Matthew Pond, Abram,  Grant, and Iris Stroud, Sister in law: Donna Sipla of Coloma, MI and many nieces and nephews.
  Esta is preceded in death by her Parents, Husband, Brothers: James and Howard Keathley and Sister: Mavis Goodman.           
  Upon completion of high school, Esta moved to Columbus, Ohio  and was recruited by the Women’s Army Corps and went on to Basic Training in Presque Isla, Maine and was trained as a Medic. She was transferred to Dallas, where she met Emil. Upon Emil’s completion of his military enlistment, they returned to Rib Lake. Esta worked for Glovette Shoe Company and Gem Products for over 20 years, and retired due to health concerns. She moved to the Golden Living Center in Rib Lake in 2008 where she enjoyed playing music and participating in games of Bingo. Esta was very proud of her military service, and remained patriotic her entire life. She loved the American Flag, and always enjoyed singing Patriotic songs and hymns.         

  She was a devout Christian, and a member of the Rib Lake United Methodist Church, and American Legion Post 274.           
  A funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Friday January 6, 2017 at the Rib Lake United Methodist Church. Pastor Angel Rosario will officiate. Burial and Military Honors will follow at Lakeview Cemetery, Rib Lake. Visitation will be held Friday morning at the church from 10 AM until the time of service at 11 AM.           
  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

  Dorothy M. Thielke, 99, of Medford passed away on December 30, 2016 at Country Gardens in Medford. She was born on September 23, 1917 to Peter and Mary Werner in Medford. She attended Holy Rosary Elementary School and graduated from Medford High School in 1935. She married Stanley P. Thielke on September 21, 1940 in Medford, he preceded her in death on February 8, 1976. Dorothy worked for Bootzin’s Mercantile, Federal Land Bank, Taylor County Welfare Department, and as a secretary at Medford Senior High School for 22 years until her retirement in 1985.

  In her spare time Dorothy enjoyed reading, traveling, crossword puzzles, playing bridge and cribbage, making quilts, hiking, and spending time with family and loved ones.

  Dorothy is survived by her son, Tom (Linda) Thielke of Westboro; grandchildren Anne (Scott) DeFoe of Andover, MN, Erinn (Phil) Tubbs of Amhurst, Trigg (Linda Lopez) Thielke of Ogema, and Trent (Terri) Thielke of Hudson; great-grandchildren Alysse, Beth, Trekk, Jett, Olivia, Roxane, Waylon, Audrey, and Violet; brother, Dick (Shirley) Werner of Medford. She is further survived by many other friends and family.

  In addition to her husband Dorothy is preceded in death by 5 brothers and 2 sisters.

  A memorial mass for Dorothy will be held on Thursday, January 12 at 11:00 AM at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford with Father Phil Juza officiating, followed by a private family burial. Visitation will take place on Thursday, January 12 from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic School and Medford Public Library.

  Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com

  Arlene A. Sperling, age 84, formerly of Withee, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2016 at Country Terrace Assisted Living in Abbotsford under the tender care of hospice. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, January 6, 2017 at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Owen.  Rev. Brian Campbell will officiate.  Interment to follow at Riverside Cemetery, town of Hixon.  Family and friends are welcome from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service Friday at the funeral home.

  Arlene was born December 22, 1932, the daughter of Carl and Meta Mae (Steen) Mueller in Medford.    Arlene was united in marriage to Ronald Sperling on April 22, 1967 in Withee. He preceded her in death on October 18, 2012.

  Arlene worked as a cook for the 11th Frame and the Lunchbox Café.  She enjoyed playing pool, drinking Bud Light, watching the Packers, camping and spending time at the lake.  Most importantly, Arlene cherished her family.

  Arlene is lovingly survived by her daughters: Denise (Paul) Todd of Withee, Darla Schrock of Loyal, and Cindy Gruhlke of Loyal; her grandchildren: Tasha L, Jesse Knoll of Withee, Jakota Todd of Withee, Kimberly (Jamie) Marten of  Dorchester, Ryan Schrock of Milwaukee, Christopher Schrock of MN, Shania Schrock of Loyal, Allen Gruhlke of Loyal, Jonathon (Laneah) Gruhlke of Loyal, and Brett Gruhlke of Loyal; her great grandchildren: Shawn Schrock, Kylia Nordlof, Haylee Marten, Brianna Marten, Bryher Churkey, Mackenzie Marten, and Damion Gruhlke.  She is further survived by her sisters, Shelby Jean (Ed) Seis and Barb (Jerry) Lukes; two brothers, Ronnie (Jan) Mueller and Dennis Mueller; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

  Arlene is preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ronald; her sister Sharon and brothers, Dick, Harry, Alvin and Jerry.

  Lydia E. Weideman , age ­­­­­96, of Abbotsford passed away Monday, January 2, 2017 at the House of Dove in Marshfield.­­ Funeral services will be held 11:00AM Saturday January 7, 2017 at Christ Lutheran Church in Abbotsford. Friends and family are welcome 9:30 am on Saturday January 7, 2017 until the time of the service. The Pastor Don Bruce will officiate. Burial will be at the Abbotsford Public Cemetery.

  Lydia was born August 31, 1920 in the Town of Frankfort, Colby, to Harvey Sr. and Anna Barts. She graduated from Colby High School in 1938.  Lydia was united in marriage to Arthur Weideman on August 31, 1940.  The couple operated a dairy farm near Abbotsford for 37 years.

  Lydia was a member of Christ Lutheran Church. She belonged to many clubs which included; Homemakers, Library Club, Pinochle Marathon, Ladies Aid, and Christ Lutheran Priscilla Guild. 

  Lydia enjoyed gardening, baking, dancing, playing cards, sewing, embroidery, knitting, crocheting, fixing puzzles, and board games. Lydia and Arthur traveled extensively, giving them a chance to see the world.

  Lydia is lovingly survived by her six children; a son, Gerald (Carol) Weideman; five daughters: Janice (James) Mullarkey, Darlene (Warren) Talcott, Nancy (Richard C.) Goldschmidt,  Jenny (Phil) Ward,  and Wendy (Alan) Grewe. She has been blessed with 23 grandchildren, 36 great grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren..

  She is preceded in death by her husband Arthur of 71 years; a daughter, Carol, and a great grandson Mason Grewe.

  The family wishes to thank the staff of Colby Retirement Community, and the Marshfield House of the Dove for the loving care given to their mother. They also want to thank Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home for assisting them with the arrangements.