Leonard Robert “Sleepy” Hess Jr., 79, of Shawano, passed away on July 25, 2018, in Green Bay. Leonard was born on Jan. 29, 1939, in Shawano, the son of the late Leonard G. and Vera (Hoffman) Hess Sr. Sleepy grew up in Gresham on the family farm. He served our country in the United States Army. On Dec. 17, 1960, Leonard was united in marriage to Virginia Hacker in Shawano. He owned and operated a trucking company, retiring in 2008. Leonard loved camping and traveling with his family. He enjoyed watching NASCAR and was a big Richard Petty Fan. Leonard was a member of St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano.

Sleepy is survived by his wife of 57 years, Virginia; his daughter, Linda (Ken Kobs) Herlache, of Shawano; his special little girl, Lukenna Lindner; two sisters, Sandra Welch and Carol Hess, both of Gresham; two brothers, Donald Hess, of Grafton, and Lester (Sandy) Hess, of Gresham; his sister-in-law, Sandra Martens; brother-in-law, Warren (Jean) Hacker; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his son, Eugene; son-in-law, Clayton “C.J.” Herlache; his parents; one brother, Edward “Eddie” Hess; one sister in infancy; and his brother-in-law, Daniel Martens.

Funeral services for Leonard will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Dr. Timm Griffin officiating. Burial will be in the Friendship Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Shawano AMVETS Post 10. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 30, 2018, from 4-7 p.m. at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano and again at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated.

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William Carl “Bill” Schmidt, 61, of Shawano, passed away unexpectedly at home on Sunday, July 29, 2018. Bill was born in Shawano on Jan. 28, 1957, son of the late Clarence and Mildred (Kreklow) Schmidt. On Jan. 28, 1996, Bill was united in marriage to Pamela Roloff. Bill lived in Shawano most of his life and was the president and active member of the Shawano Lake Lions Club, as well as very active at the state level. He was a Brewers fan and a Packers super fan and enjoyed curling and golfing.

Bill is survived by his wife, Pam; children, Neal (Becky) Olson, of Colorado, and Amanda (Pachi) Mercedes Laureano, of Shawano; two grandchildren, Oliver and Maximo; and adopted children, Maria and Katie. He is further survived by his brother, Dr. Michael (Becky) Schmidt, of Plover; two nephews, Jason (Laura) Schmidt and Andrew (Carrie) Schmidt; as well as his favorite dogs, Winston Churchill and Puttser.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial service for Bill will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 6, 2018, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Mr. Richard Menning officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday from noon until the time of the service.

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Sarah J. Elertson, 86, of Shawano, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, July 28, 2018. Sarah was born on June 24, 1932, in Outagamie County, daughter of the late Hamilton and Elizabeth (Manders) Bain. On Dec. 30, 1955, Sarah was united in marriage to Harold Elertson. The couple enjoyed nearly 50 years of marriage before Harold preceded her in death on Sept. 20, 2005. Sarah worked for 13 years at American National Can Company and was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano. She was an active member of several local organizations including the Red Hats, the Faith Circle, the Jerusalem Ladies Auxiliary and the Flower Queens Homemakers Club.

Sarah is survived by three children, Bonnie (Darren) Wegner, of Fremont, Barbara (Doug) Diemel, of Leeman, and Donald (Lisa) Elertson, of Readfield; her grandchildren, Dennis (Abby) Seelow, Aaron (Niki) Seelow, Joe (Tori) Bloechl, Chad (Lindsay) Rieckmann, Craig (McKayla) Rieckmann, Jacki (Jeff) Yahr, Shannon Elertson, Cortney Elertson, Jordan Elertson, Rhiannon Elertson, Douglas (Ginger) Diemel Jr. and Jennifer (Josh) Tabbert; 20 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-granddaughters. She is further survived by three brothers, Dave Bain, of Kaukauna, Floyd (Barbara) Bain, of DePere, and Larry Bain, of Appleton; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bob Granger, Douglas (Shirley) Elertson, and Eileen Elertson; as well as other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband; a son, Gregg; her parents; three brothers; and two sisters.

A funeral service for Sarah will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018, at Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano with Pastor Mark Kinney officiating. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery in Lunds. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Thursday from 4-7 p.m. and again at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Sharon Mae Krueger, 83, passed away peacefully at home in Shawano on Monday, July 30, 2018, surrounded by her family. Sharon was born in Shawano on Oct. 2, 1934, daughter of the late Antone and Elsie (Helms) Brunner. After graduating in 1952 from Shawano High, she moved to Chicago and worked for the airlines. Sharon was united in marriage to William Frank Krueger on July 20, 1957, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano; they just celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary. Sharon enjoyed cooking, gardening, entertaining, playing cards and time at the lake with her family. Her passion was her creativity — she developed an extraordinary talent for quilting. She leaves behind a legacy of beauty and creation in the quilts she made throughout the years, many times gifting them to family, friends and those in need. Sharon was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church since they moved “back home” after retiring in 1990. Sharon and her family had homes in Cincinnati, Ohio; Arlington Heights, Illinois; Burnsville, Minnesota and Appleton.

She is survived by her husband, William; six daughters, Kelly (Jim) Carlstrom, of Shawano, Kris (Bob) Kuhn, of Shawano, Kerri (Don) Otte, of Shawano, Kate (Jim) Garvey, of Shawano, Kim (Jeff) Dehn, of Neenah, and Kori (Mike) Stupecky, of Shawano; grandchildren, Alison (Trevor) Grunwald, Lacey (Sean Erhardt) Carlstrom, Mary (Matt) Rau, Amy (Ryan) Kubly, Leah (Brad) Miller, Rachel (Mike) Hoffman, Ashley (Kelly) Goldsborough, Caroline Dehn, Anthony “A.J.” Dehn, Michael (Heather Patt) Stupecky and Sam Stupecky; great-grandchildren, McKenna, Lyla, Klara, Mae, Jack, McLane, McCoy, Karagan, Hannah, Keagan, Nash and one on the way. She is further survived by her sister, Antoinette Knope, of Shawano.

She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Elsie and Tony; and a sister, Betty Redman.

A memorial service for Sharon will be held at noon on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with the Rev. Tom Farrell officiating. Inurnment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to ThedaCare at Home Hospice of Shawano.

We would like to extend a special thank you to ThedaCare at Home Hospice for the wonderful care given to our mother during her last days.

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Ruth A. Thomas, 87, of Shawano, passed away peacefully early Saturday morning, July 28, 2018, at Walker Highview Hills Assisted Living Facility in Lakeville, Minnesota.

Ruth was born July 19, 1931, in Shawano, daughter of the late William and Margaret (Karstedt) Engel. She attended grade school in a one-room school in Red River and graduated from Shawano High School in 1949. Ruth’s career began in a law office in Shawano. She then went on to work for 33 years, and four judges, as a court reporter for Shawano County Circuit Court Branch 2, from its creation in 1957 until she retired in 1990. Ruth married the love of her life, Arnold Thomas, on Sept. 27, 1952, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. Arnold preceded her in death on March 22, 2015. The couple lived in Shawano and spent many wonderful winters at their condominium in Port Charlotte Harbor, Florida.

For many years, Ruth was an avid seamstress. She enjoyed sewing clothes and fashions for herself, her daughter and granddaughter. She enjoyed cooking and knew how to put together delicious meals, comfort foods and treats. She made sure her children knew how to swim and spent many days swimming at Red River with her brother and family. In their younger years, Ruth and Arnold enjoyed snowmobiling, rides on their motorcycles and trips across the U.S. Ruth was a loving grandmother and spent her retirement years with her grandchildren on many adventures to Door County, Disney World and other sites in Florida. Always attentive, she provided loving care to Arnold and his medical needs in his later years.

Survivors include her two children, Jane (Daniel) Schumacher, of Shawano, and James (Cheryl) Thomas, of Lakeville, Minnesota; two grandchildren, Anthony and Allison Thomas; one great-grandchild, Hadley Thomas; and many nieces and nephews. Ruth was preceded in death by her brother, Roy Engel.

Funeral services for Ruth A. Thomas will be held on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral Service in Shawano. Pastor Steve Conradt will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. at the funeral home and continue until the time of service. In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials are preferred to the Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org in Ruth’s name.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Roger John Strasman, 79, of Shawano, formerly of West Allis, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, July 27, 2018, at his home. Roger was born in Jacksonport on Aug. 18, 1938, to the late Archie and Ruth (Erskine) Strasman. Following high school, Roger enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served his country honorably for three years. On May 6, 1961, he was united in marriage to Carolyn “Cookie” Kalamen in New Berlin. The couple raised their family in West Allis, where Roger was captain of the West Allis Fire Department. After retiring, the couple moved to Shawano Lake in 1997. Roger was a great man. He was warm, caring, active, capable and a prankster with a great sense of humor. He loved children and was a foster dad for numerous infants over the years. Roger could always be found helping his neighbors, whether he was cutting down a tree or putting in a pier. He enjoyed flying airplanes in his younger years and was an avid outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish.

Roger is survived by his wife of 57 years, Carolyn; four daughters, Dawn (Thomas) Ganster, of Tigerton, Debra (Peter) Jacques, of Appleton, Doreen (Michael) Blattner, of Mukwonago, and Darcy (Peter Hurth) Strasman, of Sturgeon Bay; 18 grandchildren, Wendy (Justin) Diestler, Erin (Jacob) Klauck, Benjamin Ganster, Sarah Ganster, Nathan (Amber) Ganster, Anna (Karim) Yaghleji, Jonathan (Lakeisha) Ganster, Caleb Ganster, Elizabeth (fiancé Nicholas Boughton) Ganster, Ashley (Nathan) Hanson, Matthew (Julia) Jacques, Bryan (Kylie) Jacques, Danielle (Adam) Syvrud, Luke (Anna) Jacques, Bethany Jacques, Phillip (Kerry) Wirth, Jason Alan Wirth and Nicholas Blattner; 21 great-grandchildren, Josiah, Annaliese, Layla, Noah, Rachel, Addelyn, Jireh, Lily, Amira, Kavion, Lucy, Amelia, Edith, Sarayah, Elliana, Nolan, Logan, Hazel, Theo, Jonas and Michael. He is further survived by other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by a grandson, Eric Ganster; his parents; and a sister, Judith.

A funeral Mass will be held at noon on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018, at St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church in Cecil with the Rev. Tom Farrell and Deacon Mike Grzeca officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Shawano American Legion Post 117. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Martin’s Food Pantry or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

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Funeral services for Ruth A. Thomas will be held on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral Service in Shawano. Pastor Steve Conradt will officiate. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. at the funeral home and continue until the time of service.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Henrietta Jean “Sis” Long, 68, of South Branch, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay. She had battled ongoing health problems that she overcame miraculously within the past year. We were blessed to have her well and herself for the past few months, but ultimately she succumbed to the same dreaded sepsis that plagued her months ago. As a member of Keshena Assembly of God, living her faith was her greatest joy this past year.

Born onto Alex and Margaret Peters on June 30, 1950, in Keshena, Henrietta was raised true and true in South Branch, “Brancher All the Way!” Sis lived a very full life, a life she shared with her husband, Kenneth Wendell “Kenny Long,” whom she joined in marriage on May 14, 1986.

Many Menominee children were bused for many years by Sis when she worked for the Menominee Indian School District. She also cared deeply for our elders while employed by the Menominee CBRF. Community members had memorable rides with her on the Menominee Transit. She was also a dedicated employee of the United States Census Bureau, of which she “tried” to go to work recently. Sis was always on the go, in a hurry to get somewhere, whether it be working, playing bingo, slots, shanging, spending time with family and friends, cooking out, or cheering on the Packers, and she enjoyed her occasional scratch-off ticket. She was the grandest wreathmaker. Her wreaths had to be perfect and decorated just so. Sis made sure the Menominee Vets had their annual wreath for Veterans Day. Above all, Mom lived and loved her gardening and houseplants. She was such a blessing to many and will be sadly missed by all.

Sis is survived by her eight children, Gaynelle Margaret Peters, Alex J. (Alison) Peters Sr., Kathleen J. (Michael) Peters, Coleen Marie Peters, Kendell L. (Alvin) Long, Florence I. (Trina) Long, Bobbi Jo (Nito) Long and Frank (Leslie) Long; three sisters, Shirley “Donnie” (Stan) Peters, Debra McPherson and Ella Bruette; sister-in-law, Deborah Lyons; her loving and spoiled 29 grandchildren; and the newest members of the family, 16 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenny Long; her parents, Alex and Margaret Peters; five brothers, Alex Peters, Orvis “Jim” Peters, Robert J. Peters, Arnold Peters and John Peters; seven sisters; Lucille Warrington, Edith Peters, Delores Pyatskowit, Margaret Sanapaw, Karen Peters, Ella Peters and Mabel Teller; one grandson, Justin Lee, whom she loved dearly.

Visitation began at her residence in South Branch at N6181 County Road AA, Suring, on Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2018, at 4 p.m. The funeral service will be held at her residence on Friday, Aug. 3, 2018 at 2 p.m. with Brother Nathan Enick Sr. officiating.

Gruetzmacher Funeral Home in Suring is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.gruetzmacherfuneralhome.com.

Violet M. Bennin, 89, of Shawano, passed away on Sunday morning, July 29, 2018, at Atrium Post Acute Care of Shawano at Evergreen.

Violet was born June 18, 1929, in Milwaukee to the late Joseph and Marie (Nichols) Mikoliczak. She was married to Jerome Bennin on Aug. 17, 1946. She and her husband owned Robinhood Builders. Jerry was a contractor/carpenter and Violet was the secretary for the family business. Violet also worked at Maple Lane as a receptionist, taught CCD at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and tutored at Lincoln School. Beyond her public service, she loved entertaining audiences in Shawano, Green Bay, Appleton, and around the state. On most weekends, you could find Vi and Jerry singing and playing to packed supper clubs. They shared a great chemistry and, between the two of them, created some of the area’s most fun and nostalgic moments. Polkas would be streaming from Jerry’s accordion and the songs flowed from Vi’s beautiful voice.

Violet was also a published author and appeared in several poetry books. She was very proud of the poems she wrote about her family and her life experiences. Violet went on many fun adventures with her daughter, Judy, and her family, from Germany to Hawaii and most of the United States. Violet enjoyed her family time. Her favorite place to reflect on her love for travel and her family was in the Wisconsin Dells. Since their honeymoon, the family had a tradition of going to the Dells every year to celebrate their anniversary. Violet loved life and loved all her many friends. She wanted everyone to live life to the fullest and asked that her message be shared with all of you.

To my family and friends,

Do not stand at my grave and weep,

I am not there, I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow;

I am the diamond glints on the snow,

I am the sunlight on ripened grain;

I am the gentle autumn’s rain.

When you awaken in the morning hush,

I am the swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft star that shines at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry.

I am not there; I did not die.

Survivors include her children, Judy (Andrew) Walby, Molly (Jay) Martell and Greg (Cathy) Bennin; her grandchildren, Zachary (Mary) Walby, Tyler (fiancé Lydia) Walby, Travis Martell, Lance (Cheryl) Bennin and Bonita Ibarra; great-grandchildren, Robin, Andrea, Tasha, Monica, Kyle, Lyndsey, Landon and Broden; two great-great-grandchildren; and her close personal friend, Geni Galbraith.

Violet was preceded in death by her husband of 62 years, Jerome; and her sons, Larry Bennin and Andy Bennin.

In keeping with Violet’s wishes, no public service will be held.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

For all who have been fortunate enough to know Violet Bennin as the kind and loving person she was, she would want all of you to keep a song in your heart. In lieu of flowers, the family requests you help others who suffer from diabetes to make a donation to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org) in Violet’s name.

I am home in heaven, dear ones;

Oh so happy and so bright!

There is perfect joy and beauty,

In this everlasting light!

All the pain and grief is over,

Every restless tossing passed;

I am now at peace forever

Safely home in heaven at last

You must not grieve so sorely,

For I love you all dearly still,

Try to look beyond earth’s shadows,

Pray to trust our Father’s will.

Violet Marie Bennin, 89, passed on Sunday, July 29, 2018. She was born on June 18, 1929 in Milwaukee. Daughter of Marie and Joseph Mikoliczak. She had three siblings; Bernice, Grace (Toots) and Neil. She married young at 17 to Jerome Bennin in 1946. She had four biological children, Greg, Andy, Larry and Judy. Later, she adopted a little girl named Molly. Violet and Jerry had a successful business, Robinhood Builders. Violet also worked at Maple Lane as a receptionist and taught CCD at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. She loved writing poems, dancing, music, jewelry, traveling, clothes (lots of clothes) and spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed going to the Menominee Casino Resort to watch the entertainment with friends and loved all the staff there. Everyone loved her kindness and candy.

Violet is survived by her son, Greg (Kathy) Bennin, daughters Judy (Andy) Walby and Molly (Jay) Martell; grandchildren, Lance (Cheryle) Bennin, Bonita Ibarra, Zak (Mary) Walby, Tyler (fiancée Lydia Buntrock) Walby and Travis Bennin (Martell); great-grandchildren Kyle Bennin, Lyndsey (Josh) Nickodem, Landon (fiancée Heather Koske) Heling, Broden Bennin, Natasha Bubolz, Monica Ibarra, Robin Walby and Andrea Walby; and great-great-grandchildren Rilley Bennin, baby Kyle Bennin, Holden Heling and Haydon Heling. She is further survived by many dear friends.

Violet Bennin was preceded in death by her mother and father, Marie and Joe Mikoliczak; her husband, Jerome Bennin; her sons, Andy Bennin and Larry Bennin; her sister, Bernice Jezeski; and her brother, Neil Mikoliczak.

You will forever be loved and sincerely missed by everyone.

Joyce R. Schmidt, 93, of Wittenberg, died on Thursday, Aug. 2, 2018, at the Homme Home of Wittenberg.

She was born on Nov. 7, 1924, in the town of Almon, Shawano County, the daughter of the late William and Ruth (Norton) Timm.

Joyce graduated from Wittenberg High School in 1942. She married Marvin Hoffman in September 1943. He died serving his country during World War II in February 1944. Joyce then was united in marriage to Armin Schmidt on June 14, 1947, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Wittenberg. He preceded her in death on May 31, 2012.

Joyce was a homemaker and a faithful member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Wittenberg, and its LWML. Joyce started Vacation Bible School in the district and was a Sunday School teacher. She also served as Christian Growth chairman and secretary of the circuit LWML. She also was the Christian Growth chairman of the local society. Joyce was active in the community on the planning committee for additions to the Bowler School District. She enjoyed gardening and canning, as well as making maple syrup and cutting Christmas boughs.

Survivors include three children, Roger (Patricia) Hoffman, of Appleton, Robert (Sue) Schmidt, of Nekoosa, and Susan (David) Stockinger, of Wittenberg; nine grandchildren, Deborah (Steve Wehrle) Wehrle Hoffman, Rochelle Duciaume, Andrew Schmidt, Eric (Heidi) Schmidt, Greg (Amanda) Schmidt, Elizabeth (Adam) Schmitz, JoAnna (Rob) Wyman, Matthew (Gen) Stockinger and Bryan Stockinger; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husbands, parents, brothers, Gary and Howard and a sister, Peggy Krueger.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018, at Schmidt and Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg. The Rev. Matthew Christians will officiate. Interment will be in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Wittenberg. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.

Memories and condolences may be shared at schmidtschulta.com or on Facebook at Schmidt and Schulta Funeral Home.

Shelby Jean Schoenfeld, 65, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, July 31, 2018, at the home of her daughter, Billie Jo. Shelby was born on Oct. 27, 1952, in Cecil, the daughter of the late Alois and Dorothy (Hansen) Born. On Aug. 31, 1974, Shelby was united in marriage to the late Bill Schoenfeld at Peace United Church of Christ in Shawano. She was a kind and gentle soul who loved spending time with her friends and family, and spoiling her dog, Pootie. Shelby will be greatly missed.

Shelby is survived by her children, Heather (Ben) Turrell, of Chilton, and Billie Jo (Luke) Kotecki, of Green Bay; along with 10 grandchildren, James, Jonathan, Jonah, Jillian, Joel, Jacob, Johanna, and Jessica Turrell, and Chloe and Ella Kotecki.

A memorial service for Shelby will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018, at Faith United Church in Gillett with the Rev. John Laatsch officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Simply Cremation is assisting the family with the arrangements. Please visit www.simplycremationgb.com to share a memory.

Arthur Tod Malone, 62, of Bowler, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on Aug. 5, 2018. Arthur Tod Malone was born on Oct. 15, 1955, in Shawano to the late Arthur and Cleo (Welch) Malone. On Aug. 22, 1997, Tod was united in marriage to Sarita Williams in Shawano. He was employed with Mohican Bingo from 1988 until 1992 and moved to North Star Casino in 1992 until 2018, for a total of 30 years in January. Tod loved listening to music; he was an Elvis fan and loved collecting LP vinyl albums. Tod enjoyed watching movies, teasing his nieces and nephews and spending time with his family.

Tod is survived by: his loving wife, Sarita Malone; his children, Cheyenne Rose Malone and Dakota Tod (Emily Norton) Malone; his brothers, Vincent, Sheldon, Roger (Annie), Randy (Kristy) and Tim (Verna); one sister, Loretta Pecore; a brother-in-law, Jim Taylor; and his godchild, Jace Price. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; one brother, Martin; sisters, Alvines, Violet and Evon; sister-in-law, JoAnne Malone; and brothers-in-law, Earl “Squirrely” Hill and Dick Lasher.

A celebration of life will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, at the Stockbridge-Munsee Elderly Center at N8651 Maplewood St. in Bowler.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Barbara J. Hughes, 80, of Shawano, passed away on Aug. 5, 2018. Barb was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on Feb. 21, 1938, a daughter of the late Clyde and Mary (Kuffskie) Abernathy. Barb met her future husband, James “Jim” Hughes on a blind date in 1956 and on June 16, 1956, they were married in Mobile, Alabama. The couple made their home on a farm in Cecil, where they raised their family. After moving off the farm, Barb worked for Snyder Drug and Pick-N-Save. She loved a good party, dancing, trips to the casino, playing cards and a Sundrop. She was a member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, White Clay Lake, where she was part of the Ladies Aid, as well as the Cecil American Legion Auxiliary. More than anything, Barb cherished her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and loved making big meals for the family to enjoy.

Barb is survived by her husband of 62 years, Jim; one daughter, Julie Moesch, of Shawano; two sons, Bret (Terri) Hughes, of Bonduel, and Tim (Monica Trester) Hughes, of Bonduel; eight grandchildren, Derek (Emily Miller) LaRock, Ryan (Ashley) LaRock, Greg (Ashley) Hughes, Alisha (John) Rusch, Josh (Lisa) Hughes, Jenilee Hughes, Chad (Jess) Moesch and Chelsea (Kyle) Giesen; and 18 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by two sisters, Betty Parker and Mary-Virginia Hutto; and one brother, Charles Abernathy.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Debbie LaRock; son-in-law, Duke Moesch Jr.; her parents; two brothers; and two sisters.

Funeral service for Barb will be held at noon on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, at Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, White Clay Lake, with the Rev. Steven Pockat officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Judy Hohn, 76, of Bonduel, passed away on Aug. 5, 2018, in Shawano. She was born on March 30, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late John and Mina (Hansen) Hylander. As a young girl, she lived in Shawano, but her family later moved to Appleton, where she graduated from high school. Judy often spent time with cousins around the Gresham and Wittenberg area. On Oct. 7, 1961, she married Duane Hohn at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. Duane preceded her in death on April 11, 2002. The couple made their home in Bonduel, where she spent the last 50 years. Judy and her husband enjoyed many years at their “getaway trailer” up north near Mountain. While raising her family, Judy worked part-time at the Equity Livestock Cattle barns in Bonduel. She later left her job to take care of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren for the past 30 years. She enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels as well as planting her begonias and impatiens every spring. Judy liked to read and could spend hours putting together jigsaw puzzles. She was very crafty, enjoyed sewing and leaves behind many beautiful handmade items for her family to treasure. Judy was a quiet and private person, but touched the heart of those she came in contact with throughout her years. Judy was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel and will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

Judy is survived by two daughters, Chris (Dan) Frappy, of Bonduel, and Cheryl (Dave) Marquette, of Cecil; five grandchildren, Joshua (Tara) Frappy, Joey (fiancée Katie Timm) Frappy, Amber (Bob) Ritter, Jeremy (special friend Ashley Stark) Brown and Nicole Marquette; five great-grandchildren, Stephanie Frappy, Adalyn Frappy, Jack Frappy, Ireland Frappy and Nathan Waupekenay, as well as one on the way.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Duane; her parents, John Hylander and Mina and Clarence Miller; her sister, Carole Brunner; one brother-in-law, Roger Hohn; and one sister-in-law, Germaine Hohn.

Funeral services for Judy will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 9, 2018, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel with the Rev. Mark Palmer officiating. Burial will be in Elias Lutheran Church Cemetery in Gresham. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, from 4-7 p.m. at Swedberg Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel and again at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Helen Mae Anderson, 82, of Ripon, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 5, 2018, at Fond du Lac Lutheran Home, Fond du Lac.

Helen was born on April 30, 1936, in Bowler, the daughter of Edward and Agnes (Klitz) Beilke. She graduated from Bowler High School. Helen was a teacher at St. James Lutheran Church and School in Shawano for many years. She was a member of St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Rogersville. Helen enjoyed gardening and knitting, but her passion was teaching and the children she taught.

Helen is survived by her three daughters, Lisa (Jeff) Hansen, of East Troy, Penny Anderson, of Ripon, and Viola (Matt) Morgan, of Eldorado; four grandchildren, Jess Morgan, of Eldorado, James (Samantha) Hansen, of Virginia Beach, Mallorie (Sam) Munson, of Fond du Lac, and Laura (Nicholas) Fischer, of Milton; four great-grandchildren, Blake Hansen, Robert Hansen, Rylee Fischer and Levi Munson; eight brothers, Keith (Judith) Beilke, Roger (Cathy) Beilke, David (Lillian) Beilke, Randal (Joann) Beilke, Michael (Kristine) Beilke, Dale Beilke, Terry Beilke, and Peter (Annette) Beilke; and five sisters, Donna Schmidt, Rita (Tom) Binkowski, Karen Koseck, Rebecca (William) Hartung and Andrea (Rex) Burkett. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Agnes Beilke; two brothers, Gene and Robert Beilke; a sister, Joyce Miller; brothers-in-law, Ralph Koseck and Roger Miller; and a sister-in-law, Lucille Beilke.

A visitation for Helen will be held from 9-11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 10, 2018, at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church, N5680 Towne Road, Rosendale.

A funeral service for Helen will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 10, 2018, at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Rosendale, with Pastor Kimberly Stowell officiating. Interment will follow at Rogersville Cemetery, Town of Lamartine. A memorial is being established in her name.

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Gerald “Jerry” L. Diemel, 77, of Navarino passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018. He was born on March 29, to Lyle “Pappy” and Ida (Cable) Diemel. On July 3, 1965 he married Beverly Zuleger.

Jerry was a long-time resident of Navarino and could many times be seen cutting his grass or removing snow at his home on the corner. He will be remembered by his loved ones for his “goofy” sense of humor and how he would call things or people by anything but their proper name. He had a nickname for everyone he knew.

Jerry was a caregiver for his wife, Beverly, and spent long hours with her at the nursing home and taking “Grammie” for a ride to see the ducks, geese or Shawano Lake. You might also see him at the local gas station grabbing a “sodie pop.”

He enjoyed watching the Brewers, “Bucky Badger,” NASCAR races, and Barrett Jackson auction shows, and most of all his grandchildren’s sporting events as often as he could.

Jerry worked construction his whole life and was a member of the Laborers Local 330 for 51 years with the majority of that time with CR Meyer.

He was a member of the American Legion Post 117 and the 82nd Airborne Association. He took great pride in serving his country in the 82nd airborne division of the US Army, Fort Bragg North Carolina.

He will be deeply missed and is survived by his wife of 53 years, Beverly; four children, Susan Johnkins, Bill (Stacy) Diemel, Sarah (Dennis) Bohm and Brian (Stacy) Diemel; eight grandchildren, who he was very proud of, Sabrina, Jaden, Parker, Trevor, Elliott, Garrett, Connor and Carson. Further survived by his siblings: Donnie (Karen) Diemel, Jim (Carol) Diemel, Danny (Helen) Diemel, Patsy (Bruce) Nitzske, John Diemel, Dennis (Jean “George”) Diemel, Judy (Tom) Krull and Buck (Judy) Diemel; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and the Zuleger family.

Friends may call at Muehl-Boettcher Funeral Home, Seymour, on Monday, Aug. 13, 2018, from 4 p.m. until the funeral service at 6 p.m. with military honors following the services.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Jerry’s memory to be distributed to his favorite causes.

Online condolences may be expressed to Gerald’s family at www.muehlboettcher.com

Jerry was a simple man who enjoyed his family to the fullest.

James J. Koeppen, 70, Town of Lessor, peacefully passed away from a short illness on Aug. 4, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born on Oct. 5, 1947, in Shawano to John and Ida (Stern) Koeppen. He graduated from Bonduel High School in 1966, having laid claim to never opening his school books after being told he didn’t have to pass his classes, but rather, he just had to show up for school every day!

James worked for Outagamie Producer’s Co-Op in Black Creek washing dairy trucks. For a short stint, James worked security at the Bonduel Pickling Co, bragging that “no pickle was ever stolen on his watch.” He had been retired for roughly 30 years.

James resided his entire life at the family’s farm house in Bonduel, which was built by his grandparents in 1920. He was interested in automobiles and farm equipment and had a vast collection of diecast model cars and tractors. His family considered James a “professional armchair quarterback.” He enjoyed reading any NFL, college, or fantasy football magazines; he especially liked the NFL draft preview magazines and then sharing his “expertise” on player stats and season outlooks. James was also the Packers’ number one critic and loved to smack talk the team with his nephew, Ben.

James is survived by his longtime, loving companion of 35 years, Gloria Nelson, of Black Creek. He is also survived by special nephew and godson, Benjamin (Stacy) Smits. Other survivors included siblings, Flora Koeppen, Nancy (William) Smits, and John (Karen) Koeppen; nieces and nephews; Aaron (Erica) Smits, Karen (Todd) Ashland, Patricia Castel, Julie (Paul) Baranek and Amy (David) Lewis; and several great-nieces and great-nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Ida; his oldest sister and her husband, Lois and Wallace Castel; and his fur babies, Whitey and Snow.

Per James’ request, there will be no services. The family would like to thank Unity Hospice for the care given to James. Simply Cremation assisted the family. Please visit www.simplycremationgb.com to share a memory.

Savanna Mae Christenson-Wilber, 27, of Shawano, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2018, at her home. Savanna was born in San Bernardino, California, on Jan. 4, 1991, the daughter of Wydell Kallies and Denelle Christenson. She lived most of her life in the Shawano area. On May 25, 2018, Savanna was united in marriage to Duane Wilber. Savanna was the supervisor of the Menominee Casino Hotel and enjoyed beadwork and cooking. She loved nothing more than being home with her love and being a mother to her 2-year-old daughter.

Savanna is survived by her husband, Duane; her daughter, Rozaleah; her parents, Wydell Kallies and Denelle (Kenneth Martin) Christenson, both of Keshena; her siblings, John Christenson, of Keshena, Jesse Kallies, of Keshena, and Alexandria Kallies, of Illinois. She is further survived by her grandmother, Elizabeth Grignon; grandfather, Curtis Kallies; mother-in-law, Joleen Tomow; uncles, Veron High and Ira Harrison; auntie, Lillian (Joseph Kakwitch) Harrison; and cousins, Angel Tomow, Elizabeth Harrison, David Harrison and Joseph Kakwitch.

She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Stan Grignon, and great-grandmother, Madelyn Kohel.

Funeral services for Savanna will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 18, 2018, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Nonito Barra officiating. Burial will be in St. Michael Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Friday, Aug. 17, 2018, from 4-8 p.m. and again Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

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