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Victor M. Bram
September 3, 2010

Victor M. Bram, age 67 of Lake Redstone, LaValle, WI died on Friday, September 03, 2010 at St. Clare Hospice House in Baraboo.

Funeral arrangements are pending at this time.


 
 
June L. Deitrich
August 27, 2010

June L. Deitrich, age 82 of Reedsburg died on Friday, August 27, 2010 at Oak Park Living Center in Baraboo. She was born on August 13, 1928 in Watertown, WI the daughter of Hugo and Ethel (Perry) Krause. She was married to Frank Deitrich and this marriage was blessed with eleven children. June enjoyed flowers and planting various flowers. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Frank; her son, Norman; Granddaughter, Patricia and Grandson, Tyson; Son-in-law, LeRoy Brenson and Daughter-in-law, Kathy Deitrich.

She is survived by her children: James (Pauline) Deitrich of Reedsburg
Steven Deitrich of Reedsburg
Darlene Brenson of Tomah
Sharon Maly of Madison
V.R. ‘Squirrel’ (Sherry) Deitrich of Reedsburg
Craig Deitrich of Baraboo
Darrell (Karen Bennett) Deitrich of Hillpoint
John (Ann) Deitrich of Reedsburg
JoAnne (Ken) Kruse of Reedsburg
Nancy (Jeffrey) Lamers of Scottsdale, AZ
18 Grandchildren
19 Great Grandchildren
Sisters: Irene Eichel of Watertown
Hazel Mueller of Lake Mills
Rosemary (Carl) Krueger of Watertown
Elaine (Dale) Renz of Jefferson
Many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. in the 1st Baptist Church, Reedsburg with Pastor Bob Brandhagen officiating. Visitation will be on Monday at the church from 4-7 P.M. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Gilbert Baumgarten
August 24, 2010

Gilbert C. Baumgarten, age 93 of Reedsburg died on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 in the Sauk Co. Health Care Center, Reedsburg. He was born on November 6, 1916 in Westfield Township, Sauk County, WI the son of Albert and Ella (Uphoff) Baumgarten. He was married to Irene Gurgel on August 17, 1941. This marriage was blessed with five children. Gilbert farmed during his lifetime as well as being a butcher for Bob Banks and Straka Meats. He was a good and faithful member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, serving on several boards, ushering and singing in the choir. He enjoyed spending time with his family, helping his neighbors, his family or anyone else who was in need. He liked to tinker with things always curious about how things would work, but her was especially proud of his gardens he had over the years. Gilbert was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Irene on December 13, 2009; a sister, Leola Ball and a brother, Oscar Baumgarten.

He is survived by his children: Thomas (Mary) Baumgarten of Reedsburg
Linda Baumgarten (John Watson) of Williamsburg, VA
Diane (David) Gade of Reedsburg
Gary (Rose) Baumgarten of Onalaska
Myrna (Jim) Weickgenant of Baraboo
Grandchildren: Angela (Dan) Kilbert, Elizabeth (Damien) Stevens, Rebecca (Josh) Savoy, Jessica (Christopher) Jenkins, Alison Baumgarten (Kodi Ethridge), Zach and Jordan Taylor
Step Grandchildren: Norm and Cathy Couture, Nichole (Tyson) Marquardt,
Erica Weickgenant
4 Step Great Grandchildren
Sister: Mildred Palenshus of Ohio
Sisters-in-law: Shirley Baumgarten of North Freedom
Laura Joachin of Baraboo
Delores Steinhorst of Baraboo
Marion (Earl) Powers of Baraboo
Brother-in-law: Martin Gurgel of Baraboo
Nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, August 30, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in St. John Lutheran Church, Rock Springs with Rev. Paul Schroeder officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, North Freedom. Visitation will be on Sunday from 4-7 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home and again on Monday at the church from 10 AM until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to St. John Lutheran Church Organ Fund in lieu of flowers.


 
 
Leonard Sloniker
August 23, 2010

Leonard R. Sloniker, age 70 of LaValle, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2010. He was born on November 18, 1939 in the Woodland Township, Sauk County, WI the son of John P. and Doris M. (Mortimer) Sloniker. He was united in marriage to Marlene Rott on June 18, 1960 at Valton Wesleyan Church. Leonard was a member of the Advent Christian Church in LaValle and had a strong faith in his Lord. He loved to sing and was a member of the Valley Tones for 25 years. He loved his farm, fixing things around the farm, making things, especially woodworking. He enjoyed snowmobiling, motorcycling which he did years ago; hunting, fishing and watching sports, like football, which he played in high school. He had a deep love for his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Joseph Russell (Laura) Sloniker and Arnold Sloniker.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene of LaValle
Daughter, Sheri (Bryon) Degner of Wonewoc
Grandchildren: Dylan and Nathan
Sisters; Fern (Herb) Rabuck of LaValle
Annabelle (Jesse) Cox of Janesville
Sister-in-law: Evelyn Sloniker of Beloit
Brother-in-law: Maurice (Pattie) Rott of Janesville
Nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in the Advent Christian Church, LaValle with Pastor Richard Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery, LaValle. Visitation will be on Friday from 4-8 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home and again on Saturday at the church from 10 AM until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance made to Advent Christian Church, LaValle in lieu of flowers.
The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Esther L. Hinze
August 22, 2010

Esther L. Hinze, age 95 of Reedsburg passed away on Sunday evening, August 22, 2010 at the Sauk County Health Care Center. Esther was born on March 19, 1915 in Minnesota the daughter of Otto and Emma Dumdei. She was married on March 24, 1934 to Gale Hinze and their marriage was blessed with two sons, Dean and Gene. Esther worked at Badger Army Ammunition Plant, the Garment Factory, and as a custodian at Webb High School. She enjoyed fishing, playing cards, trips to Minnesota to visit family and friends, baking cookies for her grandchildren and helping other people who were in need. She was a faithful member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Esther was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Gale, son, Gene; seven brothers and two sisters.

She is survived by her son, Dean (Joyce) Hinze of Reedsburg
Daughter-in-law, Lois Hinze of Reedsburg
Grandchildren, Steven (Sue) Hinze, Dan (Renee) Hinze,
Jon (Betty) Hinze, Joy Whitson, Jan (Jeff) Vertein, Mark Hinze,
Bruce (Phyllis) Hinze, Debra Hinze.
12 Great Grandchildren; 3 Step Great Grandchildren
5 Step great great grandchildren
4 Sisters-in-law
Nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, August 26, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Reedsburg with Pastor David Glesne officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4-8 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg and again on Thursday at the church from 1 PM until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance to St. John Lutheran Church in lieu of flowers.
The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 

Kenneth St. Clair
August 18, 2010

Kenneth Leslie St.Clair
Age 77, died Aug 18, 2010 at Memorial Hospital of Carbon County, Rawlins, WY, after a battle with cancer. Ken was born July 28, 1933 in Mauston, WI the son of Percy and Agnes (Weigner) St. Clair. He attended 6-9th grade in Maple Grove School, a one room country school, in the town of La Valle, WI and grade 10 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, WI.
The US Army drafted Ken in the 11th grade (1952) but he enlisted in the US Air Force, (earning his GED). Ken completed basic training at Sheppard Air Force Base in TX. He was stationed in Germany (3 yrs) working for the armed services radio. Ken served a total of 10 years and 5 months of active duty (Korean War and the Vietnam War). After discharge in May of 1962, he worked in the electronics field for 11 years. Ken reenlisted in the Naval Reserve as an electronic technician (serving as an Airman First Class for 10 years) retiring in 1983.
Ken's career includes: musician (played accordion in several bands, mainly polka music, starting at the age of 12), insurance sales, Drive In Radio Repair in Sioux Falls, Anderson's T.V. in Yankton, Ken's T.V. Repair (self employed) and diesel engine electrician for C.N.W. railroad in Huron, S.D. Ken worked for a short time in South Sioux, NB. He also serviced electrical steam water softeners for Struthers Thermo Flood Corp. in Bakersfield, maintenance service for Santa Fe Energy Oil Co. and Saint's Electronics (self employed) in Coalinga, CA. After retirement Ken continued to work part time for Alpine Stationary, WY Stationary, RV World, Murray's Audio and the Daily Times in Rawlins, WY. He loved his work and always took pride in it.
Ken is survived by; his current wife Betty Joan (Moriarty) St. Clair of Rawlins, WY, his 1st wife Edith Nell (Rischmueller-St.Clair) Krueger of Mooresville, NC, a daughter Deberah Kay Duerkop and her husband Jerry of Prior Lake, MN, a son Thomas Scott St.Clair of Mooresville, NC, 4 grandchildren; Joshua and Chad Duerkop and Courtney and Brittney St.Clair, 3 great grandchildren and one sister Evelyn Hallberg of Chicago, IL.
Ken was preceded in death: by his parents Percy and Agnes St. Clair, 2 brothers Walter and Virgil St. Clair and his 2nd wife Helen Joyce St. Clair.
Ken enjoyed wild life, bowling, playing volleyball, NFL and playing music for others. He rarely complained, was good and kind.
In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred in memory of Kenneth to: Deberah (St.Clair) Duerkop, 14965 Summit Circle NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372
A Military graveside service for Kenneth St. Clair will be held on Friday, September 3, 2010, at 1:00 pm at the Oaklawn Cemetery, LaValle. The Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 

Wilma Mae Arndt
August 17, 2010

Wilma Mae Arndt, age 87, of Reedsburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2010, at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center with her family by her side. She was born on June 28, 1923, in Wickliffe, Kentucky, the daughter of Clyde Benjamin and Hattie Mae (Street) Hunt. Wilma was raised in Chicago, IL and South Bend, IN. She proudly served her country as a WAVE in the United States Navy as a Hospital Apprentice 2nd Class during World War II. On November 14, 1952, Wilma was united in marriage to Dr. Henry E. Arndt. This marriage was blessed with six children. Wilma and Henry moved to Reedsburg in September 1955. Wilma was a founding member of the Reedsburg Hospital Auxillary, member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and served the community as a Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts of America leader. She was very involved in parent organizations in supporting her children’s school activities, donating countless hours sewing uniforms, costumes, and volunteering. Wilma enjoyed bowling, golf, sewing, ceramics and other crafts, and she looked forward to her flower gardens each summer.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Betty Sue Hunt, Nancy LaBonte and Patricia Gordinier; brother, Clyde Hunt, Jr.

She is survived by her husband, Dr. Henry Arndt;

Children, Judy (Al) Ohlson,
Patricia Durham,
Roxanne Arndt,
Stephen (Karen) Arndt,
Dr. Jennifer (Mark) Kitson,
Tracey Arndt (Jeffrey Merath);

16 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren;

Sisters, Barbara Inczauskis, Lynda Redfern, Jeanne (Oliver) Rockwell;

Many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Private family services for Wilma Arndt will be conducted at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church.


 
 
Paul Louis Kraemer
August 17, 2010

Paul Louis Kraemer, age 81, of rural LaValle, died Tuesday, August 17, 2010, quietly at his home with his family surrounding him. Paul was born on August 25, 1928, in Plain, WI, to Benedict and Elsie (Peters) Kraemer. He was married to Elizabeth Howard on January 10, 1953, in St. Patrick’s Church, Loreto.

Paul prided in farming most of his life on the farm he currently resided on in Carr Valley. He worked his own land up until the current planting season, seeking help from friends, neighbors and grandsons. He also was an artificial breeder for over 40 years, serving many small farms in the area. In his younger years, he was an avid “pool” player. He especially loved the hunting season even though he didn’t get out much lately just the company and card playing were enough!

Paul was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Donald and Ralph Kraemer.

Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth “Bessie”;
Daughters: Paula (Bill) Borgrud of Brooklyn, WI,
Janet (Noah) Fiddler of Honolulu, Hawaii,
Cynthia Markofski of Portage,
Mary (Timothy) Starr of Franklin, WI;
Son: Paul (Robin) Kraemer of Franklin, WI;
Daughters: Patty (Steve) Koenig of Loganville, WI,
Kellee (Scott) Tourdot of Hustler, WI;
Grandchildren: Jamie (Nick) Krisler, Mathew Ihm, Chloe Fiddler, Michelle Markofski, Benjamin, Nicholas and Elizabeth Starr, Samuel and Holly Kraemer, Robert, William and Thomas Koenig; and one special great-grandson, Mason Krisler;
Brothers: Ray Kraemer (special friend Richard) of Wausau,
Delbert (Edna) Kraemer of Hartland;
Sister: Anita (Robert) Vosen of Mississippi;
Sisters-in-law: Mary Kraemer of LaCrosse,
Sally Kraemer of Richland Center;
Many sisters and brothers in law, nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial for Paul Kraemer will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, August 21, 2010, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Lime Ridge with Father Lorin Bowens officiating. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4:00-8:00 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg and on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church.


 
 
Dolores Jean Olson
August 14, 2010

Dolores Jean Olson, age 77, of Reedsburg, passed away on Saturday, August 14, 2010, at the Reedsburg Senior Life Center. She was born on June 30, 1933, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, the daughter of Arthur and Adelaide (Thayer) Volz. Dolores attended St. Peter’s Lutheran School in its original building and later graduated from Reedsburg High School. She was united in marriage to Francis Estes. He preceded her in death on May 13, 1975. Dolores later married Albert “A.J.” Olson. Dolores was employed at Viking Family Restaurant and sold Avon for many years. She more recently worked at Land’s End in customer care specialist. Dolores cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren; especially the overnight stays and shopping trips. Her morning and evening devotions were also a very important part of her life. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg and a former member of its choir. Dolores enjoyed game shows, court shows and working on puzzle books. She will be remembered as a loving and caring wife, mother, grandmother, and daughter. She remained very close to her mother, Adelaide, who survives. Her kindness and smile will be greatly missed.

She was preceded in death by her father, Arthur; first husband, Francis Estes; and daughter, Faith Spangler.

She is survived by her mother, Adelaide Volz of Reedsburg;

Husband, Albert “A.J” Olson of Wisconsin Dells;

Children, David (Myra) Estes of Reedsburg,
Daniel Estes of Reedsburg;
Sue (Dan) Montgomery of Fort Atkinson;
Tony Olson of LaCrosse;

Grandchildren, David (Annie) Estes of Reedsburg,
Treanna (Charlie) Laukant of Reedsburg,
Brittany (Nick) Struzynski of Merrimac,
Tiffany Ziech of Wonewoc,

Great grandchildren, Austin and Dylan Estes, Hunter Struzynski, Kayden Nieses,
Step great grandson, Wyatt Laukant;

Several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Dolores Jean Olson will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, August 20, 2010, at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Pastor Paul Crolius officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may call on Thursday from 4-8 PM at the Farber Funeral Home and on Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Choir.


 
 

Dennis King
August 13, 2010

Dennis W. King, age 58 of Cazenovia died on Friday, August 13, 2010. He was born on July 2, 1952 in Hillsboro, WI the son of Clarence & Donna (Frye) King. He was married to Sherry Mitchell who preceded him in death on August 2, 2009. Their marriage was blessed with a daughter. Dennis was a wonderful father and grandfather who had a good sense of humor. He enjoyed riding motorcycle, traveling and making woodcrafts. His father and father-in-law, Emil Mitchell, also preceded him in death.
His daughter survives him: Jody King
Grandchildren: Ryan, John, and Haley
His mother: Donna King
Brothers: Stan (Judy) King; Bob (Jackie) King
Mother-in-law: Margaret Mitchell
Brother-in-law: Richard (Sandy) Mitchell
Nieces and nephews: Jessie (Chantel), Dana (Michael), Marie (Jason),
Justin (Heather), Stephanie (Kirk), Krystal (Don), Anna (Justin)
A great niece and nephews.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, August 19, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Germantown with Fr. Thomas Monaghan officiating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday from 4-8 P.M. at the Cazenovia Chapel and again on Thursday at the church from 10 A.M. until the time of service. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 

Herbert E. Dargel
August 12, 2010

Herbert E. Dargel, 86, went from this life to the next on Thursday, Aug. 12th, 2010 as the result of injuries sustained in an accident with his Model A car on July 25th. He had been cared for by wonderful ICU staff at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, WI near the site of the accident. Ruth, his wife of 64 years, passed away one week earlier from injuries she rec’d in the same accident. Herb was born in Sauk County on Jan. 30th, 1924 to Herman & Bessie (Alford) Dargel. He attended St. Peter’s Lutheran School in Reedsburg for 8 yrs & then worked on the family farm & later in the construction of Badger Army Ammunition Plant near Baraboo, WI. He was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corp & honorably served in the motor pool until being discharged in 1946. While serving in the military he married Wilma (Ruth) Wegner on Jan. 27th, 1946 in Washington, D.C. They moved to Flint, MI, then later to Lime Ridge, WI where Herb opened a Massey Harris dealership. He operated that until merging with Baraboo Implement where he & partner, John Hehenberger, received an award for selling the most balers worldwide in one year. He was partner there until his retirement in 1987. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in LaValle since moving to Lime Ridge & was also a past member of the Lime Ridge village board. His many interests included ham radio operator, TV repair, fishing, playing cards and after retirement became an enthusiastic antique car restorer. He rebuilt Model T’s and A’s for himself & others. Many people called on him for his expert mechanical skills. If he couldn’t acquire a part, he’d make it on one of his metal lathes. Many enjoyable hours were spent in meetings, car shows, & road trips with the Model A Restorers Club that he & Ruth belonged to for many years. His attendance at many of the car shows resulted with a trophy or an award. Herb had a pilot’s license and once flew over Lake Michigan in a Cessna. He was a jack-of-all-trades who was always willing to learn something new. Recently he was teaching himself to type and play guitar.
He is survived by: sons, Gerald (Ellen), Dan (Janet) & granddaughter, Carmen (special friend-Jared Manske). He is also survived by: brother, Frank (Pauline) Dargel; sisters, Mabel Wagner, Eva Mittlesteadt, brother-in-law, Johnnie (Annie) Wegner; many nieces, nephews & friends. He was preceded by his wife, Ruth, his parents, Herman & Bessie Dargel; brothers, Edwin, John (Betty) Dargel; sisters & brothers-in-law, Esther (Bob) DeBeir; Harriet (Bernard) Krayer; Ruth (Roy) Bareis; Irvin Mittlesteadt and grandson, Ryan Dargel.
Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in Zion Lutheran Church, LaValle with Pastor Robert Butler officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg with military rites conducted by Reedsburg VFW Post 1916. Visitation will be at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg on Tuesday, Aug. 17th from 4-8 P.M. and again on Wed. at the church from 10 A.M. until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to Zion Lutheran Churc


 
 
Ella Mae Froehlich
August 7, 2010

Ella Mae Froehlich, age 90 of Reedsburg died on Saturday, August 7, 2010 in the Sauk Co. Health Care Center. She was born on September 30, 1919 in Randolph, Wisconsin the daughter of August and Anna (Albers) Heinz. She was married to Bernhart Froehlich on September 28, 1945 in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Loganville. This marriage was blessed with two children.
Ella Mae lived on the farm with her husband and enjoyed being a housewife and mother, baking and gardening. She was a member of St. Peter’s Ladies Aid in Loganville. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband Bernhart on September 19, 2007; a brother, William Brandenburg; a sister-in-law, Marion Froehlich and brothers-in-law, Otto, Arnold and Gerhart Froehlich.
She is survived by her children: Beverly (Rodney) Mielke of Prairie du Sac
Allen Froehlich of Stevens Point
6 Grandchildren: Pamela (Gregg) Beuthin of Mazomanie
Melissa (Brian) Honer of Reedsburg
Jasmine (Gary) Sturdevant of Muscoda
Megan Froehlich of Hillsboro
Tasha Froehlich of Hillsboro
Colt Froehlich of Elroy
8 Great Grandchildren, Rachel and Allison Beuthin, Clayton and Emma Honer; Fisher Sturdevant; Dakota Froehlich, Cheyenne and Tabatha Klingaman.
Sisters-in-law: Lucille Froehlich of Reedsburg
Evelyn Froehlich of Reedsburg
Ella (Wilfred) McCauley of Ripon
Edna Froehlich of Yardley, PA
Brothers-in-law: Reinhold Froehlich of Reedsburg
Walter Froehlich of Madison
Leonard (June) Froehlich of Holden Beach, N.C.
Nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 11:30 A.M. in St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Loganville with Pastor Sally Williams officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery, North Freedom. Visitation will be on Wednesday at the church from 10 AM until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Loganville in lieu of flowers.
The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Russell Mittlesteadt
August 5, 2010

Russell August Frank Mittlesteadt, age 90, of Reedsburg died on Thursday, August 5, 2010 at his home. He was born on January 26, 1920 in LaValle, the son of Melcom and Blanche (Doering) Mittlesteadt. On February 12, 1941 he was united in marriage to Delores Fuller. He was a Winfield dairy and truck farmer until he retired. He loved hunting, fishing, working in the garden and yard, and a challenging card game with family and friends. Russell enjoyed traveling the country, especially trips to Hawaii, Alaska and the winters in Arizona. Russell was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Linda and brothers Rupert, John and Raymond.

Survivors include: his wife of 69 ½ years, Delores
3 Children, Judy (Marvin) Bloss
Sharon (Bill) Zimmerman
James (Miriam) Mittlesteadt
10 grandchildren
14 great grandchildren
8 great-great grandchildren
Sister Romona (Art) Nachtigal
Many family and friends

Funeral services for Russell Mittlesteadt will be conducted on Monday, August 9, 2010 at 11:00 AM at Faith Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Pastor Tod Vertz officiating. Visitation will be Sunday from 5-8 PM at the Farber Funeral Home. Interment will be in the St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg.

Memorials of remembrance may be made to Faith Lutheran Church-Reedsburg in lieu of flowers.


 
 
Wilma Ruth Dargel
August 4, 2010

Wilma (Ruth) Dargel passed away on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 as the result of a car accident in their Model A car on Sunday, July 25, 2010. She had been cared for at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau where she passed away peacefully with her sons at her side. Ruth was born in Sauk County on August 10, 1926 to Leo and Wilma (St. Claire) Wegner. She graduated from Reedsburg High School and later worked at Badger Army Ammunition Plant in Baraboo. Ruth was united in marriage to Herbert Dargel in Washington DC on January 27, 1946, where he was serving in the U.S. Marine Corps. Ruth was a member of Zion Lutheran Church for many years and also past treasurer for the Village of Lime Ridge. She worked for the U.S. Post Office part-time and then as postmaster in Lime Ridge for over 20 years. Ruth belonged to the Sauk County Homemakers and went on many bus trips with the group to such places as Branson and Pigeon Forge. Her interests included embroidery, quilting, stamp collecting and over the last 20 years she loved to do counted cross-stitch. Ruth also enjoyed going on road trips and to car shows with the Model A club she and Herb belonged to. She tracked all their miles going through the countryside viewing places with the best fall colors. Over the years, she gave much of her time providing loving care for her mother and helping her sister, Helen, at the Badger Steam and Gas Show. Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, sisters and brothers-in-law, Victor and Lorraine Powell, Edgar and Helen Nobs and grandson Ryan Dargel.
She is survived by:
Her Husband, Herbert;
Sons: Gerald (Ellen) Dargel;
Dan (Janet) Dargel;
Granddaughter, Carmen (Special friend Jared Manske);
Brother, Johnnie (Annie) Wegner;
Sisters-in-law: Eva Mittelsteadt;
Mabel Wagner;
Brother-in-law: Frank (Pauline) Dargel
Many nieces, nephews and friends

Funeral services for Wilma Dargel will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 11, 2010, at Zion Lutheran Church in LaValle with Reverend Robert Butler officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 4-8 PM at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg and on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the church. Memorials can be made to Zion Lutheran Church.
A wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend is now at peace with our Lord.


 
 

William M. Shanks Jr.
August 4, 2010

William M. Shanks JR. age 62 of Reedsburg died on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at the University Hospital in Madison. He was born on February 27, 1948 in Beaver Dam, WI the son of William M. Sr. and Virginia (Fuller) Shanks. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy aboard the US Oklahoma City. He was a hard worker as a commercial electrician. He loved to hunt, fish and go on ‘wildlife rides’ out in the country. He enjoyed animals, farming and had a great sense of humor. William was a wonderful husband and a proud father and grandfather. His first wife, Kathy and his Maternal and Paternal grandparents, preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra of Reedsburg
His parents, William Sr. and Virginia Shanks of Baraboo
His children: Mike (Eileen) Shanks of Baraboo
Craig (April) Shanks of Grafton
Jim (Jessica) Shanks of Baraboo
Step Daughter, Julie Snyder of LaValle
Grandchildren, Jennifer, Christopher, Katelyn, Jillian and Emma
Sister, Connie Shanks of North Freedom
Brothers, Dennis (Julie) Shanks of Blue Mounds
Ronald (Cheryl) Shanks of North Freedom
Brothers and Sisters-in-law, Nancy Burrill of Maine
Steven (Bonnie) Ellett of Rockford, Illinois
Richard (Judy) Ellett of Minocqua
Connie (Robert) Hill of Baraboo
Kathleen (Donnie) Dederich of Reedsburg
Robert (Joyce) Ellett of Reedsburg
Joni (Danny) VonBehren of Loganville
Kenneth (Cindy) Ellett of Oklahoma
Raymond (Fiance JoEllen Manville) Ellett of Reedsburg
Aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Memorial services will be conducted on Monday, August 9, 2010 at 7:00 P.M. in the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg with Pastor David Glesne officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 4-7 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home. Military rites will be conducted at Farber Funeral Home by the VFW Post 1916 of Reedsburg.


 
 
Makenzie Jean Brothers
August 3, 2010

Makenzie Jean Brothers, age 4, of Reedsburg, passed away on Tuesday, August 3, 2010. She was born on August 25, 2005 in Baraboo, the daughter of Christopher L. Brothers and Starra A. Luke. She had a beautiful smile, and loved to laugh and giggle. Family members had different names for her such as “Miss Phat Pants”, “Boo Boo”, and “Baby Girl”. Makenzie attended school at Pineview in Early Childhood for two years.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, June and Bill Kosak; great-grandparents, Fern and Henry Grosskrueger, Dennis and Rosemary Dunham and James O. Luke.
Makenzie is survived by her parents:
Starra (Jake) Strampe of Reedsburg,
Chris Brothers of Baraboo;
Brother: Jayce D.J. Strampe of Reedsburg;
Maternal grandparents:
Deb Hindes of Reedsburg,
Dan (Patty) Kosak of Rock Springs,
Shauna Strampe of Reedsburg;
Paternal grandparents:
Eileen Johnson of Barberton, Ohio,
Ed Brothers of Glen Carbon, IL;

Maternal great-grandparents: Carol Grosskrueger and John Moran, both of Reedsburg;
Paternal great-grandparents: Catherine and Frank Mekina of Barberton, Ohio;
Aunts and Uncles: Jai Gates of Rock Springs, Amber Jay of Rock Springs, Lindsay Losic of Reedsburg, Mark Dunham of New Lisbon, Shane Feltheim of Waupaca, Vanessa Strampe of LaValle, Jamie Strampe of Reedsburg, Josh Frank of Reedsburg, and Stephanie Strampe of Reedsburg.
Numerous cousins, along with other relatives and friends.
Her Caregivers: Marilynn Oakley and Linda Alt of Reedsburg;
Funeral services for Makenzie Jean Brothers will be conducted at 11:00 A.M., Friday, August 6, 2010 at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Pastor Paul Crolius officiating. Burial will be made in the Cole Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church.


 
 
Mary K. Miller
August 3, 2010

Mary K. Miller, age 98, of Reedsburg, died Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at Maple Ridge Elderly Care. She was born on May 6, 1912 in Louisville, KY, the daughter of William Ernest and Mary (Stamm) Miller. She graduated from North Central College in Naperville, IL, in 1937 and taught at the Red Bird Mission in Beverly, KY until 1939. On May 10, 1939, Mary was united in marriage to Rev. Norbert H. Miller. Their ministry started in 1939 at the Prairie du Chien Ev. Church until 1943. The Millers then moved to Wauzeka, where they served both the Wauzeka St. Paul EUB Church and Salem EUB Church in Eastman. In 1961 they moved to Elk Mound, serving the Elk Mound Trinity EUB, and Iron Creek Salem EUB churches. Three years later, in 1964 they moved to Lime Ridge where they served the Lime Ridge EUB, Sandusky EUB, and Cazenovia Methodist churches until 1982. From 1982 to 1985 they served the Greenwood and Christie United Methodist churches. Mary K. was always active in the church life, especially the women’s groups, and teaching Sunday school. Mary K. also taught in Lime Ridge (red brick school), and sixth grade in Ithaca. In June of 2009 Mary became a resident of Maple Ridge Elderly Care in Reedsburg. She recently attended the United Methodist Church of Reedsburg. Mary K. enjoyed painting, crafts, singing, gardening, flowers, and preserving food.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Rev. Norbert H. Miller on November 1, 2000; and her son, Norbert “Sonny” Miller in 2006; and her brother, George Miller.

She is survived by her children:
Mary Lydia Mullen (Patty Stockdale) of Madison,
Faith (Lawrence) Sipple of Menomonie,
Ruth (Rudy II) Antoncic of West Mifflin, Pennsylvania,
Luke (Kathy) Miller of Caledonia,
Martha (Kevin) Colwell of Highland, CA,
Sue (Omar) Boutni of Haslett, MI,
Esther (David) Frost of Onalaska;

Grandchildren and their families: Wendy Stuart and daughter Alyssa; LeAnn Sipple (Michael Steger), Rowan and Ava; Rudy III (Angelique) Antoncic, Rudy IV and Grace; Joshua (Heidi) Antoncic and Sydney; Jennifer (Steven) Burks, Cade and Avery; Luke J. Miller and special friend, Amber Gartmann; Kevin Jon (Mary Jo) Colwell, Brigit and Rachel; Mark (Sharon) Colwell and Alicia, Abigail and Mason; Jessica (Adam) Kennedy; Jamila (Jeremy) Christians, Zavier and Samira; Laura (Corey) Hill and Nolan; Jonathan Boutni; Aaron Frost and Dustin Frost;

Sisters-in-law: Virginia Miller of Louisville, Kentucky,
Nadine Miller of Oshkosh;

Many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Mary K. Miller will be conducted at 1:30 P.M., Sunday, August 8, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Lime Ridge with Rev. Vicki Brantmeyer officiating. Burial will be made in the Sandusky Cemetery. Friends may call on Saturday from 4:00-8:00 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg, and on Sunday from 12:30 P.M. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials will be accepted for the Sandusky or Lime Ridge United Methodist Churches, the Sandusky Community Cemetery, Reedsburg Food Pantry or the United Methodist Church missions.


 
 
Mary M. Rockweiler
July 24, 2010

Mary M. Rockweiler, age 84 of Cazenovia died on Saturday, July 24, 2010 in Our House Assisted Living Center of Richland Center. She was born on May 12, 1926 in Westford Township, Richland Co. Wisconsin the daughter of Peter and Winifred (Jackson) Wertz. She was married to Alois “Louie” Rockweiler on October 15, 1946 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Germantown. Caring for her family was very important to her. She enjoyed baking, cooking and singing with her family. Mary loved farming with her husband, raising her garden and quilting. She was a faithful member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and enjoyed singing in the choir. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Alois on June 8, 2001; sisters, Elizabeth Rockweiler, Leona Rockweiler, Cady Rabuck and Margaret Wertz at birth; her brothers, Francis, John and Al Wertz.
She is survived by her children: William Rockweiler
Sam (Judy Switzky) Rockweiler of Madison
Susan (Gary) Noble of Platteville
Grandchildren: Holly and Nicole Rockweiler; Josh (Jami) Noble; Jeff Noble
A Great Grandson: Brady Noble
Her Sister-in-law: Marilyn (Jack) Cooper of Cazenovia
Numerous nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 2:00 P.M. in St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Germantown with Fr. Lorin Bowens officiating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 11 AM until 1:30 P.M. at the Cazenovia Chapel in Cazenovia. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Heather Althiser
July 24, 2010

Heather Lee Althiser, age 27, of Onalaska, formerly of Reedsburg passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2010, following an automobile accident. She was born on December 9, 1982, in Reedsburg, Wisconsin, the daughter of Howard and Susan (Mullikin) Althiser. Heather was a 2001 graduate of Reedsburg Area High School. She attended the LaCrosse School of Cosmetology and later attended Western Technical College for Massage Therapy, graduating in 2009. She was employed at Chelson B Salon in LaCrosse for several years as a Cosmetologist and is where she also owned and operated Dreamin’ and Believin’ Theraputic Massage, LLC as well. Heather loved to be outdoors, hiking, biking, camping and snowboarding. She also enjoyed playing volleyball, tennis and golf.

Heather was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Keith and Irene Mullikin; paternal grandparents, O.K. Smith and Mary Smith; uncle, Tim Mullikin; and special friend, Joe Vinopal who passed away on Sunday with Heather.

She is survived by her parents, Howard and Sue Althiser;

Brother, Howie (Becky) Althiser;

Nieces, Samantha, Katelyn and Andrea Althiser all of Reedsburg;

Several aunts, uncles, cousins along with other relatives and close friends.

Funeral services for Heather L. Althiser will be conducted at 1:00 PM on Saturday, July 31, 2010, at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg with Pastor Michael Lopp officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg. Visitation will be held on Friday from 4-8 PM at the Farber Funeral Home and on Saturday from 12:00 PM until the time of the service at the funeral home.


 
 
Patricia J. Beck
July 23, 2010

Patricia Jean Beck, age 67 of Milwaukee died on Friday, July 23, 2010 in the hospice unit at Aurora Burlington Hospital in Burlington, WI. She was born on November 6, 1942 the daughter of James and Viola (Gillespie) Tourdot. Patricia was a member of Holy Assumption Parish in West Allis, WI. She graduated MATC, Milwaukee with an Associates Degree in Nursing in 1977 and then from Mount Senario for her Bachelors Degree in Nursing in 1985. She was employed at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Milwaukee as a Registered Nurse for 25 years. Patricia is loved deeply and will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Her family is very thankful to Personally Yours Elder Care for their love and support for the last two years and the doctors, staff and hospice team at Aurora Burlington Hospital. Her father preceded her in death.
Survived by: her mother, Viola Tourdot
Husband, James A. Beck Sr.
Children: James A. (Lisa) Beck Jr.; Wendy (Steve) Gajewski; Brien (Jean) Beck,
Heidi (Mark) Satterfield
Goddaughter: Stacy Fox (Richard Augustyn)
Grandchildren: Steven Gajewski, Erin Beck (Aaron Lenss), Amanda (Bryan) Kilgore, Jonathan Beck, Rachel Satterfield, Kathryn Satterfield, Joshua Satterfield, Makenzie Satterfield, Jonah Satterfield
Brothers and Sisters: Roseanna (Phil) Schaller, Agnes (Bernard) Hirst, Francis (Lois) Tourdot, Lorraine (Bruce) Fox, Jerome (Cindy) Tourdot, Wayne (Lisa) Tourdot
Many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Reedsburg with Fr. Lorin Bowens officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday at the church from 11 A.M. until the time of service. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in lieu of flowers.
The Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 

Paul S. Hegland
July 22, 2010

Paul S. Hegland, age 75, of Wisconsin Dells, passed away on July 22, 2010, at the Golden Living Center. He was born on June 12, 1935, in Hollendale, Wisconsin, the son of Sever and Helen (Paulson) Hegland. Paul served his country in the United States Air Force where he learned and became fluent in the Russian language and was offered a job in Washington D.C. following his discharge. On March 26, 1981, Paul was united in marriage to Margaret “Marge” Holton. Paul loved to go fishing on weekends. He was an avid reader who also enjoyed throwing horseshoes, and playing cards. Paul will be remembered as a kind man who loved spending time with others.

He was preceded in death by his father, Sever.

Paul is survived by his wife, Marge of Wisconsin Dells;

Mother, Helen Hegland of Waldwick, WI;

Children, Ricky Snider of Prairie du Sac,
Connie Zimmerman of Portage,
Randy Snider of Dallas, TX,
Christopher Psalto of Adams,
Christina (Phil) Fries of Adams;

Several grandchildren and great grandchildren;

Sister, Irene (Joe) Miller of Janesville;

Sisters-in-law, Anita Copper and Patricia Holton both of Wisconsin Dells.;

Many nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

Funeral services for Paul S. Hegland will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Monday, July 26, 2010, at the United Methodist Church in Wisconsin Dells with Reverend Steven Miller officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 3-7 PM at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg, and on Monday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance are preferred.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Joyce Thompson
July 22, 2010

Joyce M. Thompson, age 90 of Cazenovia, died on Thursday, July 22, 2010 in Our House Assisted Living in Richland Center. She was born on February 13, 1920 in Birmingham, England the daughter of Charles and Dorothy (Challenor) Grendon. She was married to Harry L. Thompson who preceded her in death on January 13, 1988. She had been employed at the Badger Army Ammunition Plant in Baraboo and then with Weston School District as a cook and janitor until her retirement in 1975. Her parents, a brother, Eric Grendon and a sister, Beryl Frizzell also preceded her in death.

She is survived by her children: David (Val) Thompson of Lime Ridge
Carol (Scott) Brown of Marshall
Susan Conover of Deerfield
Barbara (Gary) Ferguson of Deerfield
Grandchildren: Brittany, Trevor, Chad, Jeff, Jodi, Eric, Cathy
Great Grandchildren: Zachary, Chase and Kyle
Sisters: Barb (Reg) Eastmond and
Mavis (Sidney) Cannard both of England
A special friend: Marjorie Sugden of Richland Center

Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 1:00 P.M. in the Cazenovia Chapel with officiating. Burial will follow in the Cazenovia Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be on Thursday from 11AM until time of service at 1PM at the Cazenovia Chapel.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Virginia M. Powell
July 18, 2010

Virginia Powell, age 87, passed away at the Golden Living Center in Wisconsin Dells on Sunday, July 18, 2010. She was born on a farm in the Town of Bear Creek on December 15, 1922 to Archie and Gladys (Stout) Prouty. She enjoyed showing calves in the 4-H program. She attended schools in Reedsburg and in LaCrosse, and became a teacher. Virginia taught in a one-room schoolhouse during World War II. She also worked at a restaurant in Milwaukee with a cousin. On November 8, 1944 she married Chester W. “Bud” Powell. They moved to Reedsburg in 1961 and remained there. She was a member of the Reedsburg United Methodist Church. She also volunteered at the Reedsburg Hospital Gift Shop. Virginia worked as a nurse’s assistant starting in 1961 at the Sauk County Health Care Center, the Baraboo Manor and Snyder Nursing Home. She retired on July 31, 1987.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Chester; son, Kenny; sister, Dorothy; and brother-in-law, Keith.

She is survived by her daughter, Debra Powell of Reedsburg
Sister, Florence Breneman of Reedsburg
brother and sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services for Virginia Powell will be conducted at 1:00 P.M., Thursday, July 22, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Reedsburg with Pastor David Farina officiating. Burial will be made in the Sandusky Cemetery. Friends may call on Thursday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 

Elmer Ray Tyler
July 16, 2010

Elmer R. Tyler, age 92, of Reedsburg, passed away on Friday, July 16, 2010, at the Sauk County Health Care Center. He was born on March 24, 1918, in Ironton, Sauk County, Wisconsin, the son of Frank B. and Ida Grace (Seldon) Tyler. Elmer graduated from Lime Ridge High School in 1939. He was in the Civil Conservation Corps Camp at Elcho from 1936-1937. Elmer entered the Army in 1945, serving in the Philippine 8th Air Force, Okinawa 1st Air Division and T4 Medical Center in Japan. Elmer worked for a time at the Health Care Center in Richland Center. He met Frieda Jacob and they were married in Dodgeville at Grace Lutheran Church on September 30, 1939. Elmer was employed with the Sauk County Highway Department for 31 years, retiring in 1981. Elmer and Frieda were blessed with two sons, Gary Allen and John Elmer. He enjoyed playing cards, checkers and visiting with people. Elmer was a member of St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Reedsburg, and VFW Post 1916 of Reedsburg and American Legion Post 242 of LaValle.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Grace and Frank Tyler; wife, Frieda; brothers and sister, Francis, Harold “Toby”, Evan and Ruth Westerman; daughters-in-law, Sharon and Marlea.

He is survived by his sons, Gary Tyler and friend Jean Whitaker of Wisconsin Dells, and John and Rosie Tyler of Reedsburg,

Grandchildren, Lorrie (Dean) Horkan of LaValle, Lynna (Tim Gee) Tyler of LaValle; Renee (Paul) Texiera of Sacramento, CA, Doug (fiancée’ Denise) Tyler of Lyndon Station, Dan (Kim) Tyler of Reedsburg;

Step-grandchildren: Dave (Tammy) Cook, Duane (Connie) Cook and Diane (Curt) Huff, all of Wisconsin Dells;

8 great grandchildren; 5 step-great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Elmer R. Tyler will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Reverend Kurt Klingbeil officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg with Military Honors performed by the Reedsburg VFW Post 1916 and the LaValle American Legion Post 242. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4:00-8:00 PM at the Farber Funeral Home and on Wednesday from 10 AM until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter’s, VFW or Sauk County Health Care Center activities.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
Joyce Marie Grauvogl
July 15, 2010

Joyce Marie Grauvogl, age 81, of Cazenovia, passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2010, at her home. She was born on May 27, 1929, in Wonewoc, Wisconsin, the daughter of Ralph and Matilda (LaBansky) Piehl. Her family later moved to the Cazenovia area where she graduated from Cazenovia High School. On August 16, 1950, Joyce was united in marriage to Raymond J. Grauvogl at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Germantown. She was employed with the State Bank of Cazenovia for 39 years. Joyce was a member of the Cazenovia American Legion Auxillary and the Altar Society at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. She loved to travel and enjoyed maintaining a clean home and working in her yard.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and brother, Roger Piehl.

Joyce is survived by her husband of 59 years, Raymond of Cazenovia;

Sister, Joan and Bill Cleary of Arkansas;

Aunt, Mamie Mihlbauer of LaValle;

Sister-in-law, Alice Elliott of Seattle, WA;

Several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Joyce Marie Grauvogl will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Germantown with Father Andre’ Panek and Father Lorin Bowens concelebrating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 4-8 PM at the Cazenovia Chapel where the Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 PM. Visitation will also be held on Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 AM at the Cazenovia Chapel. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Anthony’s or Holy Family Catholic Churches.
The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.


 
 
David A. Jasper
July 14, 2010

David A. Jasper, age 48, of Cazenovia, died on Wednesday, July 14, 2010. He was born in Richland Center on October 4, 1961, the son of Raymond J. and Elizabeth (Dix) Jasper. On July 30, 1983 he was united in marriage to Dawn King at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Cazenovia. This marriage was blessed with six children. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was always there for his family when needed. He had a special way of critiquing the girls’ clothing. He would always remind family it was a big responsibility when they borrowed his pen or comb – he seemed to lose his. David was a very hard working farmer who never wasted a step. He had a fond use of black electrical tape and vise grips. He also didn’t use blinkers or wipers because he didn’t want to wear them out. David had a great sense of direction with a unique way to give directions, and could remember everything. He had a sense of humor, especially when the girls would do the cooking, smelling everything, before taking a bite.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Steve.

He is survived by his wife, Dawn of Cazenovia;
Children: Terri (Brian) Link of Cazenovia,
Stephanie of Cazenovia and Florida,
Kristin, Bethanie, Caitlyn and Matthew, all of Cazenovia;

Grandchildren: Hailie and Tyler;

Sisters: Diane (Glenn) Miller of Cazenovia,
Amy (Doug) Wilson of Reedsburg;

Nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial for David A. Jasper will be conducted at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Reedsburg with Father Thomas Monaghan officiating. Burial will follow in St. Anthony’s Cemetery, Cazenovia. Friends may call on Tuesday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made for the children in lieu of flowers.


 
 
Joseph D. Anderson
July 2, 2010

Joseph D. Anderson, age 8 of Reedsburg died unexpectedly on July 2, 2010. He was born on August 26, 2001 in Reedsburg the son of Daniel and Teri (Stasko) Anderson. Joseph was a very outgoing, sweet natured young man who loved car racing, fishing, boating, riding his bike and playing with his dog, Shilow. He enjoyed playing video games with his brother, Josh. He had many friends in school and did very well academically. His beautiful smile will be missed. He was preceded in death by his Maternal Grandparents, Roberta and Peter Stasko; his Great Grandparents, Edward & Margaret Anderson, Edward & Esther Timmons, Joe & Josephine Stasko, Charles & Flossie Spurlock.

Joseph is survived by his parents, Daniel and Teri
His brothers and sisters, Sabrina, Jason, Josh and Samantha
His nephew: Austin
Grandparents: Bernard and Mary Anderson of LaValle
Bev and Dave Hudzinski and family of Verona
Aunts, Uncles, Cousins along with other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. in Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Fr. Mike Resop and Father Thomas Monaghan concelebrating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Reedsburg. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-8 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home and again on Thursday at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.