13 August 2019

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12 August 2019

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Caroline R. Kaiser

Caroline R. Kaiser


Visitation: Wednesday, Aug. 21 from 4-6 p.m.Memorial Service: Wednesday, Aug. 21  at 6 p.m.Location: New Horizon of Kewaskum (9663 Highway 144 between Boltonville and Batavia)Caroline Rose Kaiser, age 53 of Kewaskum, Wisconsin, was called home to the Lord on August 8 at her horse farm, with family, and in her husband’s arms.Cari was born on May 27, 1966 in Milwaukee to Ron and Louise Starck (Kosinski). She was united in marriage to Mark Kaiser on August 28, 2004.Cari earned her Bachelor’s Degree from Mount Mary University in Milwaukee, where she made many treasured friendships. Cari enjoyed a career in banking as a specialist in Mortgage Underwriting.Cari was best known for her lifelong passion for horses, cats, chickens and all animals in need. Adopting, rescuing, rehoming, saving. Always a voice for the voiceless, Cari was dedicated to Saddlebred Horse Rescues and local TNR (Trap-Neuter-Release) cat rescues. Cari loved living in the country on her horse farm in the Northern Kettle Moraine, and leaves behind in the loving care of her husband Mark her beloved horses Louie and Sophie, and much loved cats Peanut, Rocky, Flash, Stormy, Haley, Cocoa Puff, Tangerine and Tipper. She so enjoyed monthly “Ladies’ Night” at the Hanrahan Stables in Boltonville with Brandi, Mary, Becky, Colleen and all her dearest friends.Cari was known for her quick wit, telling it straight, a big smile, and an even bigger heart. Those Cari leaves behind to cherish her memory include her husband and best friend, Mark; her step-son, Mathew; two sisters, Cathy Starck and Chris (Peter) Kupczyk; one brother, Nic (Lynn) Starck; in-laws, Steve and Giselle Kaiser; sister-in-law, Sandy Kaiser; relentlessly caring neighbors, Julie (Tim) Klug and Diane (Kyle) Hawthorne; dear friends, nieces, nephews, and other relatives.Cari was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved Aunt Esther.A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, August 21, at New Horizon of Kewaskum (9663 Highway 144 between Boltonville and Batavia) with Pastor Christine Wilke officiating. Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. with the Service beginning at 6 p.m. Food and Gathering to follow.In lieu of flowers -- with her love for animals, the family requests memorial donations to one of the following charities that Cari supported: Shawano Cares about Critters (Cat Rescue), P.O. Box 221, Shawano, WI 54166; Dreamscape Rescue Inc. (Saddlebred Horse Rescue), 957 Elm St., Eagleville, TN 37060, Grune Heidi Farm Rescue, 4713 Swindell Rd., Lakeland, FL 33810; Mis-fit Toys, Inc. (Saddlebred Horse Rescue), 800 Ritter Lane, Waddy, KY 40076; or the American Saddlebred Legacy Foundation (Saddlebred Horse Rescue), PO Box 12, Eminence, KY 40019.Cari and her family extend their heartfelt appreciation to the staff at the Kraemer Cancer Center in West Bend, their oncology team, and especially the wonderful infusion nurses, for the loving and compassionate care they provided.The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Home of Kewaskum has been entrusted with Cari’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Daniel P. Uelmen

Daniel P. Uelmen


Memorial Mass: Saturday, August 17 at 11 a.m.Location: Lady of the Lakes Parish St. Mary’s Chapel in Random LakeDaniel Peter Uelmen passed away on August 4, 2019 at the age of 91 at The Sheboygan Progressive Nursing Home.He was born on June 29, 1928 to Dr. Leo J. and Daisy (nee Ferber) Uelmen of Campbellsport, Wisconsin.Daniel graduated from St. Matthew Parochial Grade School and attended Campbellsport High School. In 1950, he was drafted and served two years with the Second Armored Division (Hell On Wheels) as part of the peace keeping forces in Germany.On November 4, 1950, Dan married Marilyn Trapp of New Prospect. They moved to Random Lake in 1953 and in 1956 they purchased Random Lake Oil Company which they owned and operated until his retirement in 1991. Dan was a member of Our Lady of the Lakes St. Mary’s Parish, Random Lake. He was a 64-year member of the Hamm-Miller-Diedrich Legion Post, 60 year member of the Random Lake Lions Club and served on the Board of Directors of the State Bank of Random Lake.Dan is survived by his wife, Marilyn; daughter, Rachel (Russ) Miller of Beechwood; son, Daniel (Sherri) Uelmen of Random Lake; grandson, Daniel Uelmen of Random Lake; granddaughters, Robyn (Eric) Hatton of Toledo Ohio and Samantha Uelmen of Springfield MA; and great-grandson Carson Uelmen of Random Lake. He is further survived by his brother, Douglas (Evelyn) Uelmen of Green Bay; sister, Diane Feiten of Colby; and sister-in-law, Ann Uelmen of Campbellsport along with nieces and nephews.Preceding Daniel in death were his parents, mother- and father-in-law, Richard and Pearl Trapp; brother and sister-in-law, David and Patricia Uelmen; sister and brother-in-law, Daisy Ann and William Carey; brother, Donald Uelmen; sister-in-law, Virginia Trapp; brothers-in-law, James Feiten and Gerald Jandre; and grandson Russell Miller Jr.Per his wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass for Dan will be held on Saturday, August 17 at 11 a.m. at our Lady of the Lakes Parish St. Mary’s Chapel in Random Lake. The Rev. Richard Cerpich will officiate. A celebration of Dan’s life will be held at the Five Pillar’s Supper Club immediately following the mass. Private burial will take place at New Prospect Cemetery.The family would like to thank the staff at Sheboygan Progressive Nursing Home and Compassus Hospice Services for the care given Dan over the previous three weeks.In lieu of flowers the family requests gifts to a charity of your choice.Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with condolences and guestbook at www.twohigfunerals.com.

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Clarence James Treder

Clarence James Treder


Visitation: Tuesday, Aug. 13 from 4 to 7 p.m. Funeral Service: Wednesday, Aug. 14 at 9:30 a.m. Location: Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon Clarence James Treder, 78, of Juneau, passed away on Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, at his home. Clarence was born the son of Theodore and Lillian (Klapper) Treder on March 8, 1941, in Milwaukee. He was united in marriage with Christine Ann Jahns on June 2, 1962, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Fox Lake. Clarence was a devout Catholic; he was a member of Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon, where he was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 14478. Clarence was a jack-of-all-trades and through his work as a tile layer, he worked in buildings all over the area and the state. He was easy-going and always had a joke for everyone. Clarence was the first to volunteer when asked to do so and he loved to sell tickets for the various church and Knights of Columbus raffles. Clarence also loved to fish, but never out of a boat; instead he preferred his trusty cane pole along shore. Clarence is survived by his children, Julie (Chip) Brabbit of Sheldon, Michelle (Allen) Jaeger of Juneau, Jennifer Treder of Juneau, JoAnne (David) Link of Juneau, and Theodore (Patric Meyer) Treder of Kaukauna; three sisters, Ludgeria (Robert) Jonas of Randolph, Alice (Edward) Borkowski of Waupun, and Ruthanne (Matt) Mohr of Pembine; his brothers-in-law, Eugene "Pete" Jahns of Beaver Dam and Curtis (Nancy) Jahns of Juneau; 14 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; his daughter, Lorie Johannes; a grandson, Lukas Jaeger; his brother, Joseph Treder; his brother-in-law, Robert “Joe” Jahns; his twin sisters-in-law, Janet King and Janice Jozefowski; and his mother and father-in-law. A visitation was held on Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon, and also on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at church from 9:30 am until 10:20 am. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon at 10:30 a.m., with Rev. Dennis Dirkx celebrating the Mass. Burial took place at Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Juneau. If desired, memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Knights of Columbus Council 14478 in Horicon. The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam cared for the family. To leave online condolences, or for directions and other information, please visit our website at www.KoepsellFH.com.

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Joseph S. Stortz

Joseph S. Stortz


Date: Tuesday, Aug. 13 Visitation: 9 to 11 a.m. Funeral Service: 11 a.m. Location: St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Mayville Joseph S. Stortz, 94, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, at the Clearview Nursing Home in Juneau. Joseph was born on May 8, 1925, to Stephen and Katherine (Marlock) at their home in Mayville. Joe proudly served his country in WWII where he was stationed in the Pacific. He was united in marriage with Dorothy H. Heintz on January 25, 1947, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. He retired from Maysteel after 47-½ years. Joe was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. He was a member of the Mayville American Legion Post #69 for 73 years. Joe loved the outdoors. He enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing. He was a great gardener and had a gift for growing peppers. Joe loved to go to a good Friday fish fry and spend time with his friends and family. Survivors include his children, Dick (Linda) Stortz of Fond du Lac, Tom (Sally) Stortz of Janesville, Joy (Mike) Nieman of Beaver Dam, David (partner John Horachek) Stortz of Madison; two brothers, Stephen Jr. and John; eight grandchildren, Shawn Stortz, Timothy Stortz, Ryan (Kristen) Stortz, Sarah Stortz, Aaron Stortz, Adam (Kristi) Stortz, Stacia Nieman and Chad Nieman; nine great-grandchildren, Jacob Stortz, McKayla Stortz, Ajay Stortz, Jack Stortz, Otto Stortz, Davis Stortz, Ella Stortz, Dexter Ertel and Harvey Ertel and Joe’s close friend, Matt Hoffman. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dorothy, in 2011; infant son, Kenny, and two sisters, Betty Niedermair and Delores Tank. A visitation took place on Tuesday, Aug. 13, from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville. A Mass of Christian Burial followed at the church at 11 a.m. with Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. Burial took place at St. Mary’s Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Joseph’s name may be directed to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville or the Mayville American Legion Post #69. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. To make an online condolence visit www. KoepsellFH.com.
09 August 2019

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05 August 2019

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Shelly R. Kircher

Shelly R. Kircher


Visitation: Mon., Aug. 12, 4-7 p.m.; Tues. Aug. 13, 9-10 a.m. Funeral: Tues. Aug. 13, 10 a.m. Location: St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (1610 Monroe St. – West Bend, WI 53095) Shelly Ruth Kircher, age 43, of Kewaskum was unexpectedly called home to be with the Lord on August 1, 2019. Shelly was born on April 9, 1976 in West Bend to Mark and Shari Kircher (Kienappel). Shelly graduated from West Bend East High School in 1994. She graduated with her Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education from Moraine Park Technical College. Shelly worked at Tuttle Creek Learning Center in Kewaskum for over 22 years. She loved spending time with her family and enjoyed attending all of their school functions, sporting events, vacations; if her children were excited and happy about it, she wanted to be a part of it. Her childrens’ smiles made her smile. Shelly also enjoyed arts and crafts; she spent hours putting together many scrapbooks of her cherished memories. Those Shelly leaves behind to cherish her memory include her four children, Cody Marx, Tristin Marx, Allyana Marx and Reegen Marx; father, Mark (Sherry) Kircher; mother, Shari (Dan) Mueller; sister, Cristie (Bob) Volkmann; step-brother, James Whitemore; and former husband, Michael Marx. She is further survived by honorary sister, Audra Beyer and family; as well as cousins, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, numerous relatives and friends. Shelly was preceded in death by her aunt, great-grandparents, and grandparents – specifically Grandma Koerble who she became especially close to. Mass of Christian Burial for Shelly will be held at 10 a.m .on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Catholic Church (1610 Monroe St. – West Bend, WI 53095). Interment at St. Mary’s Cemetery on North Main Street - Barton. Shelly’s family will greet relatives and friends at the Church on Monday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Visitation will continue at Church on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of Mass. The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Home of Kewaskum has been entrusted with Shelly’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Barbara J. Qualmann

Barbara J. Qualmann


Funeral Date: Wednesday, Aug. 7 Memorial Gathering: 4 to 6 p.m. Prayer Service: 6 p.m. > Barbara J. Qualmann Barbara J. Qualmann, 86, of Fond du Lac and formerly of Mayville passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019, at Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac. Barbara was born the daughter of Kenneth and Rosella Dixon on August 5, 1932, in Janesville. She was a 1950 graduate of Janesville High School. She attended UW-Madison and finished her degree in library science from UW-Oshkosh. She was married to Phillip Collins in June of 1952. She was later married to Paul Qualmann on February 15, 1975. Barbara along with her husband Paul owned and operated Lake Aire Supper Club in Fond du Lac from 1976 to 1996. Barbara enjoyed cooking, reading, crafting and crossword puzzles as well as watching movies. Her true love was being surrounded by her family (and of course cooking for them). She will be remembered as a truly giving and generous person. Barbara is survived by her husband, Paul of Fond du Lac; her three children, Susan (Daniel) Pelkey of Chisholm, MN, Patricia (Larry) Loest of Mayville, and Catherine (Girum) Mistir of Glendale; her siblings: Marilyn McCarthy and Daniel Dixon; brothers-in-law: James (Diane) Qualmann and Glenn Qualmann; grandchildren, Ashley Pelkey (Shawn Lee), Lara Loest, Alyssa (Ronald) Franklin, Tyler Loest, and Caleb Mistir; two great-grandchildren: Trinity Gallagher and Jace Lee; step-grandchildren, Danielle (Buddy) Jensen and Joshua Pelkey; eight step-great-grandchildren; nine step-great-great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Phil; sisters-in-law, Carol Dixon and Donna Qualmann; and a brother-in-law, Richard “Dick” McCarthy. A memorial gathering took place at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville on Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 4 until 6 p.m. with a short prayer service to conclude the evening at 6 p.m. Inurnment took place at Graceland Cemetery in Mayville. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. www. koepsellfh.com.
02 August 2019

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Raymond W. Smith

Raymond W. Smith


Date:  Saturday, Sept. 21   Time:  10-11am   Place:  Hustisford Fireman's Park Raymond W. Smith of Hustisford peacefully passed away on Tuesday, July 30, after a tough six-year battle with dementia. Ray was born in Neda, to Raymond Smith and Dorothy (Simon) Kliefoth on July 27, 1936. On February 14, 1971, he married Carole (Mayhew) Chapman in Rockford, IL. Ray was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers, Badgers, NASCAR and Minnesota Wild. He was also a proud supporter of the Hustisford Falcons and Rock River League baseball, particularly the Husty Astros through the 70s, 80s, 90s and early 2000s, then the Lebanon Whitetails. He donated many hours to running the concession stand at ‘the ballpark’. It was his home away from home. He enjoyed the many friendships that were formed over the years. Ray also enjoyed bowling, fishing and spending time with his family. Ray is survived by his loving wife, Carole; children, Kenneth Chapman of Neosho, Ronald (Lisa) Chapman of Bryson City, NC, Peggy (Mike Margelowsky) Chapman of Grand Marsh, Pamela Smith of Hustisford, Cindy (Dennis) Lagerman of Lomira, Connie (Curt) Knoll of Mayville and Jon (Valerie) Haack of Beaver Dam; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; sister, Diane (Smith) Chapman of Juneau; brother, Donald Kliefoth of Mayville; sisters-in-law, Linda (Mike) Conrad and Micki Kliefoth of Mayville; brothers-in-law, Robert Hartwig of Mayville, Ed Marshall, James (Cheryl) Mayhew Sr. of Oregon, Timm Mayhew of South Byron, and Tom (JoAnne) Mayhew of Hailey, ID; other nieces, nephews, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; mother and father-in law, Virginia and Willard Mayhew; daughters, Cheryl (Chapman) Shilts and Cheri Haack; daughter-in-law, Jayne (Sturm) Chapman; sisters, Carole Hartwig and Clara Marshall; brother, Gerald Kliefoth; sister-in-law, Sandra Mayhew; and brothers-in-law Wayne Chapman and Dennis Mayhew. The family would like to thank the staff at Clearview Nursing and Rehabilitative Care for the wonderful care of Ray for the last six years. The family is planning a Celebration of Life at Hustisford Fireman’s Park on Saturday, Sept. 21, from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. service. Rev. Paul Hudson officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hustisford Athletic Booster Club or Neosho Fire Department (where his youngest grandson is the chief). The Berndt-Ledesma Funeral Home in Hustisford is serving the family. Online condolences may be placed on our website at www.berndt-ledesma.com
31 July 2019

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Kenneth John Stahl

Kenneth John Stahl


Kenneth John Stahl passed away at the Sheridan VA Mountain View Living Center on July 23, 2019. Ken was born September 25, 1938, the son of the late Isidore and Eleanore (Godde) Stahl in West Bend, WI. He attended grade school in Boltonville, and high school in Kewaskum. Ken enlisted in the US Navy serving 1956-1957 on the USS Forrestal CVA-59. Following his military service, he returned to Wisconsin working for West Bend Aluminum. He married Marilyn Resee; they later divorced.