03 September 2019

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Kathryn M. Schultz

Kathryn M. Schultz


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.  Funeral Service:  Thursday, Sept. 5, 5:30 p.m.  Location:  Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville Kathryn M. Schultz, 72, of Lomira, passed away on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. Kathryn was born on April 18, 1947, the daughter of Guy and Vernice (Jesse) Michaels in Fond du Lac. She was a graduate of Lomira High School. On August 29, 1986, she was united in marriage to William R. Schultz at Trinity United Methodist Church in Lomira. She had been employed at Kondex Corp. of Lomira, Marlin Corp. of Horicon and had also bartended at Frank and Barb’s in LeRoy. Kathryn was an avid Brewers, Packers and Badger fan. She enjoyed boating and gambling. Kathryn loved to entertain and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Kathryn is survived by her children, Diane (Ed) Coulter, Duane (Darla) Buerger, Laura (Eric) Parr, Kari (Bruce) Decorah, Kimberly (Dwight) Palmer; step-children, Michael (Lori) Schultz and Angela (Mark) Hanni; 19 grandchildren; sister, Barbara (Donald) Simon; brother, Larry (Joanne) Michaels; former husband, James Buerger; her dog, Blondie; also other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, William, in 2018; granddaughter, Courtney; grandson, Nicholas; and two brothers, Jim and Bill. A visitation for Kathryn will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019 from 3:30 until 5:30 p.m. at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville. A funeral service will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5,with the Rev. Tom Biersack officiating. Inurnment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon at a later date. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Kathryn’s loyal friends, Debbie Dittberner, Carol Schraufnagel and Clayton Batzler and also to everyone at the Feed Mill; your kindness will always be remembered. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www. koepsellfh.com.

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Eugene E. Straveler

Eugene E. Straveler


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5, 12 to 2 p.m.   Funeral Service:  Thursday, Sept. 5, at 2 p.m.   Location:  St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville Eugene E. Straveler Sr., 79, of LeRoy, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019 with his loving family by his side. Eugene was born on May 29, 1940, the son of Joseph and Laura (Eastling) Straveler in Brantwood. He was a graduate of Tripoli High School. On June 17, 1961, he was united in marriage to Janette Lehner at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. Eugene had been employed with Maysteel for 40 years. He was a member of St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and ATVing. Eugene is survived by his children, Julie (Neil) Weiss of Iron Ridge, Eugene Straveler Jr. of West Bend, Mark (special friend Loretta) Straveler of Eden, Dean (Stefanie) Straveler of Lomira and Jamie (special friend Brandon) Straveler of LeRoy; seven grandchildren, Matt, Melissa, Amy, Tammy, Kimberly, Lindsey and Megan; seven great-grandchildren; two sisters, Nellie Thurk of LeRoy and Josephine Schutt of New York; also other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Janette in 1999, two sisters, Catherine Weisinger and Rosemary Cooley; four brothers, Norman, Joe, Ernie and Hubert. A visitation for Eugene will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5, from noon until 2 p.m. at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville. A funeral service will begin at 2 p.m. with Rev. Sara Gillespie officiating. Interment will follow at St. Andrew Catholic Cemetery in LeRoy. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the staff of Agnesian Hospice Hope for their compassionate care of Eugene. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www. koepsellfh.com.

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Elizabeth “Betty Ann” Roskopf

Elizabeth “Betty Ann” Roskopf


Visitation:  Friday, Sept. 6, 10 to 12 p.m.  Service:  Friday, Sept. 6, 12 p.m.  Location:  St. Mary's Catholic Church in Mayville On Saturday morning, August 31, 2019, Elizabeth “Betty Ann” Roskopf passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter, Patricia and Gerald Kohn, with her family at her side at the age of 86. Betty Ann was born on April 23, 1933, to James Heagney and Margaret Snyder Heagney in Milwaukee. Upon graduation from Divine Savior High School in 1951, she met the love of her life, Roman Roskopf. They were united in marriage on January 19, 1952, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Menomonee Falls. Betty Ann and Roman owned and operated Romy’s Restaurant in Menomonee Falls, Roskopf Ford-Mercury of Mayville, and also farmed in the Town of Herman. Betty Ann loved quilting, crafts, and enjoyed winters in Zephyrhills, FL. During her 67-year marriage to Roman, Betty Ann and Roman raised six children, Daniel, Deborah, Jean, James, Margaret, and Patricia. Betty Ann is survived by her husband, Roman; six children, Daniel (Marsha) Roskopf, Deborah (Don) Wellnitz, Jean (David) Pieper, James (Gail) Roskopf, Margaret (Patrick) Schalinski, and Patricia (Gerald) Kohn; 15 grandchildren, Nickolas (Katey) Roskopf, Jacob (Krista) Roskopf, Eric (Alexandria) Roskopf, Adam Wellnitz, Anne Wellnitz, Zachary Pieper, Jennifer Pieper (Justin Bouchonville), Elizabeth (Marcus) Berenz, Ben (Stephanie) Roskopf, Samantha Roskopf, Michael (Shantel Magner) Schalinski, Sarah Schalinski, Kelly (John White) Kohn, Katherine (Jon) Siegler, and Caroline (Tyler Sterr) Kohn; nine great-grandchildren, Tessa, Henry, Isla, Aiden, Hadley, Genevieve, Griffin, Connor, and Lennon; a brother, Michael (Mary) Heagney; her in-laws, Anthony (Diane) Roskopf, Willard (Dolores) Roskopf, Mary Ann (Ralph) Krumbiegel, Charles Roskopf, and Dorothy Roskopf; other relatives and friends. Betty Ann was preceded in death by her parents, James and Margaret Heagney; a brother, Tom and his wife, Arlene Heagney; two brothers-in-law, Louis Roskopf Jr. and Richard Roskopf; and three sisters-in-law, Florence Neureuther, Gertrude Stuettgen, and Judy Roskopf. Betty Ann’s family will greet relative and friends at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville on Friday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at noon on Friday, Sept. 6, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 302 S. German Street, in Mayville. Rev. Thomas Biersack will officiate and burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Mayville. The Myrhum Patten Miller and Kietzer Funeral Homes have been entrusted with Betty Ann’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Kenneth J. Hanni

Kenneth J. Hanni


Visitation:  Sunday, Sept. 8, 12 to 3 p.m.  Memorial Service:  Sunday, Sept. 8, 3 p.m.  Location:  Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam On August 29, 2019 Kenneth J. Hanni passed away with his family at his side at the age of 63. Ken was born on April 23, 1956, in Beaver Dam, son of Harold and Delores (Schmid) Hanni. He was married to the love of his life Kate Oestreich on April 16, 1977.  They raised two sons together, Ben and Joe. Ken was a selfless father and grandfather.  He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.  He enjoyed trips up north to Boulder Junction and to Arizona, as well as traveling with his family and friends. Together, with his wife Kate, the two of them worked tirelessly as the owners of PS Seasoning and Pro Smoker in Iron Ridge. His work ethic and commitment to his family and businesses were admirable to all who knew him.  Ken was a honorary member of the Iron Ridge Fire Department with 45 years of service. Ken is survived by his wife, Kate Hanni; sons, Ben and Paula Hanni, Joe and Trish Hanni; grandchildren, Preston, Kennedy, and Hudson Hanni; brothers, Jeff Hanni and Mark (Angie) Hanni; brothers-in-law, Ed (Cathy) Oestreich and Scott (Heidi) Oestreich; sister-in-law, Teri Hanni Flasch; aunts, Shirley Sternweis and Doris Muche; nephew, Dan Hanni, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.  Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Delores Hanni; parents-in-law, Bill and Darlene Oestreich; brothers, Daniel Hanni and David Hanni; sister-in-law Sheryl Hanni A visitation for Kenneth will be held on Sunday Sept. 8, from noon until 3 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home, N7199 N. Crystal Lake Road, Beaver Dam. A memorial service honoring Ken’s life will begin at 3 p.m. at the funeral home and immediately following we welcome family and friends to join us for a reception at Old Hickory Golf Club. Ken believed in philanthropy and paying it forward on any given opportunity. In lieu of flowers, the Hanni family is asking for donations in Ken’s honor to the American Kidney Foundation www.kidneyfund.org or the Leukemia Lymphoma Society www.lls.org The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

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30 August 2019

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JoEllen M. Pasewald

JoEllen M. Pasewald


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5, 10 to 11 a.m.  Service:  Thursday, Sept. 5, at 11 a.m.  Location:  St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon JoEllen M. Pasewald, 89, of Horicon passed away on August 28, 2019, at the Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. JoEllen was born on January 13, 1930, to Merlin and Alvina (Herbst) Dasenbrock in Dodge County. She was united in marriage to Donald Pasewald on September 11, 1948, at St. Stephen Church in Horicon. Donald preceded her in death in 1991 after 43 years of marriage. JoEllen graduated in 1947 from Horicon High School. JoEllen worked for the Weyenberg Shoe Factory in Beaver Dam and retired with 33 years. She enjoyed traveling with her friends to various locations, playing cards, and bird watching in her backyard. Most of all she loved being around her family. She was a lifelong member of St. Stephen Church in Horicon and served on the altar guild. JoEllen was a dedicated 63-year member of the Horicon American Legion Auxiliary, serving many offices and duties. JoEllen is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Bruce) Spittel of Horicon; grandchildren, Melissa Thorson of Wauwatosa, and Casey (friend Sasha Hinrichs) Spittel of Horicon; great-grandchildren, Caleb Spittel and Emma Spittel; her brother, David (Doris) Dasenbrock of Bowie, MD, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; a sister, Marilyn Griepentrog; and a brother, Peter Dasenbrock. A visitation will take place on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. at church. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jonathan Szczesny officiating. Inurnment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. Stephen Church in Horicon. The family would like to thank the staff at Hillside Manor and the Hospice team for their care and support. The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

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Arnold “Buddy” J. Oechsner Jr.

Arnold “Buddy” J. Oechsner Jr.


Visitation:  Tuesday, Sept. 3, 3 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 4, 10 to 11 a.m.  Service:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m.  Location:  St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy Arnold “Buddy’ J. Oechsner, Jr., 80, of rural Mayville, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019, at his home. Arnold was born the son of Arnold and Edna (Wild) Oechsner on September 30, 1938, in Mayville. He was a 1957 graduate of Mayville High School. Buddy was a veteran of the US Army Reserves. On August 6, 1957, Buddy was united in marriage to Marilyn Scheberl. Together they raised three sons on the homestead farm. After the unexpected passing of Marilyn, he was then united in marriage to Margaret “Maggie” Ries on November 4, 2006. Maggie passed away in 2013. Buddy was united in marriage to Margaret “Maggie” Bunkoske on August 19, 2016. Buddy spent his life taking care of the land he loved on his family’s farm. That proud tradition is still being carried on by his sons. He retired from Knowles Produce in 2009, and he served on the Board of Directors for Knowles Produce for over 28 years. Buddy was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy and also attended Holy Family Catholic Church in Fond du Lac. In his spare time, Buddy had a deep passion for polka music and dancing. He was on the Board for the “We Love to Dance Club”. Maggie and Buddy traveled all over Wisconsin and cherished the time spent dancing together and the friendships they made along the way. He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Maggie” Oechsner of Mayville; his sons, Daniel (Sonia) Oechsner of Brownsville, David (Cheryl) Oechsner of Brownsville; and Dennis (Jenifer) Oechsner of Brownsville; his stepchildren, Joseph (Rene’ Kohn) Bunkoske of Beaver Dam and Andrew (Jessica Gardner) Bunkoske of Beaver Dam; his grandchildren, Nathan (Mickey) Oechsner, Nina (Kyle) Olson, Melissa (Luke) Riehbrandt, Tanya (Landon) Schoenemann, Kendra (fiancé Trevor Apfelbeck) Oechsner, Marlena (special friend Dustin Melius) Oechsner, Alan (Tabbitha) Oechsner, Dedra Oechsner, Ashley (Dan) Ernst, Gabrielle (Tony) Gallitz, Robert Mischker; his great-grandchildren, Natalie Oechsner, Jonathon Riehbrandt, Grace Riehbrandt, Ethan Oechsner, Anthony Oechsner, Carson Gallitz, Jedidiah Melius, and Olivia Dettloff; his step-grandchild, Lane Joseph Bunkoske; his sister, Elaine Ottery of Fond du Lac; his uncle and aunt, Norman and Florence Feucht of Fond du Lac. His is further survived by his new black labrador, “Molly”; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wives Marilyn and Margaret; and step-grandchild, Emillie Rene’ Bunkoske. A visitation for Buddy will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Andrew in LeRoy and again on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial for Buddy took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. Entombment took place at the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum in Fond du Lac. A very special thanks to Dr. Michael Sergi and his staff of Aurora Medical Center, Fond du Lac for the care and support shown to Buddy and his family throughout many years. Also, many thanks to the Agnesian Pharmacy Kevin and staff of Fond du Lac, DAVITA Dialysis Center at Aurora Health in Fond du Lac, Aurora Hospital in Oshkosh, St. Luke’s in Milwaukee, Marquardt Home Care, especially April his home health nurse, Heartland Hospice, Brownsville First Responders, Mayville EMS, Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack, neighbors and friends for their many calls and visits. Memorials in memory of Buddy may be directed to St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy, Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, or Heartland Hospice. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com
29 August 2019

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Carol A. Foreman

Carol A. Foreman


Visitation:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 3 to 5pm  Memorial Service:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 5pm   Location:  Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville Carol A. Foreman, 75, of Mayville passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. Carol was born the daughter of Clarence and Esther Schaumberg on December 8, 1943, in Hartford. She was currently employed at the Bethesda Thrift Store in Horicon. Carol had previously worked at Mayville Nursing and Rehabilitation and Eagles Wing’s Care Center in Beaver Dam. She was member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville. Family was important to Carol and she loved the time spent with them especially her grand and great-grandchildren. She took great pride in taking care of her home and enjoyed making sure it stayed that way! Carol also enjoyed sports and watching the Milwaukee Brewers and the Minnesota Vikings. Carol is survived by her daughters, Carey (Bob) Schneiter of Mayville, Chris (Mark) Margelofsky of LeRoy, and Connie (Duane) Wellner of West Bend. Her eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; her sister, Elaine Kollmansberger of Mayville. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Tina Foreman. Visitation took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville. A memorial service for Carol took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 5 p.m. at Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville with Pastor Sara Gillespie officiating. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com
27 August 2019

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Robert M. Sparks

Robert M. Sparks


Robert M. Sparks, 80, died July 1, 2019, in Mesa, AZ. Robert was born April 3, 1939, in Canton, OH, the son of Charles E. and Elsie G. (nee Reigle) Sparks. He graduated from Kewaskum High School and UW-Madison. Robert married Barbara Ann Reinke in Kewaskum on October 24, 1964. Robert was vice president of purchasing at Regal, international sourcing at Regal, semi-truck driver, and security officer at Brinks. He retired last year. Robert was a Boy Scouts of America scout leader, Robert belonged to the Kewanis Club, Hon-E-Kor golf leagues, Wings Over Wisconsin. He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, and going out for dinner. He was an excellent saxophone player and played in “The Kool Gents” band in the 1970s. Robert was a wonderful father. Survivors include his brother Jim (Mary, nee Naus), son David (Karen), daughter (Courtney Sparks-Wagner (Joe Wagner); grandchildren, Evan Wagner, Gabriel Wagner and Kaitlin Sparks; and his step-son, Jesse Byers. Preceding Robert in death were his mother, Elsie Sparks; his father, Charles Sparks; his first wife, Barbara Sparks; his second wife, Kimetha Byers-Sparks; and his in-laws (Barbara’s parents), Francis and Hedwig Reinke. Services for Robert will be held Friday, September 6, at Peace United Church of Christ in Kewaskum beginning at 6 p.m. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4-6 p.m. There will be a short burial service at the Peace Church Cemetery at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 7.
26 August 2019

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Carrie M. Koniar

Carrie M. Koniar


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5 and Friday, Sept. 6    Service:  Friday, Sept. 6   Location:  Church and Chapel Funeral Home in Cudahy Carrie M. Koniar, 61, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 21, 2019, following a lengthy illness. Beloved wife of Paul for 40 years; loving mother of Adam (Cheryl), Paul (Erika), Steven (Jennifer), and Kathryn (Travis) Koniar. She is further survived by six grandchildren; her brother, Harry (Deb) Hale; her parents-in-law, John and Vi Koniar, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5, and again on Friday, Sept. 6, until the time of service. For complete obit/directions, text 1855697 to 414-301-6422 or visit funeral home website. Church and Chapel Funeral Home in Cudahy is serving the family. For more information call 262-827-0659 or visit www.churchandchapel.com to view the online obituary, leave condolences, or receive directions.