Diane June (Otto) Sleger, 85, went to Heaven on Dec. 30, 2018, after a year of medical challenges. Born on July 3, 1933, she was the oldest child of Harry and Mabel (Grosskopf) Otto of rural Gresham. Diane was married 65 years to Edward J. Sleger Jr., a math and physics teacher at Kewaskum High School, whom she married Aug. 19, 1953. They lived in rural Kewaskum, for 54 years and recently resided at Kettle Moraine Gardens in Kewaskum.

Together, Diane and Ed raised 10 children, Edward J. III (Patty), Helena Joy Kaiser, Jonathon (Val), Mark, Constance (Scott Giles), Renee (Daniel Boehm, deceased), David (Karen, deceased), Patricia, Robert, and Mary (John Murphy).

Diane loved babies and enjoyed family gatherings with her 16 grandchildren, Emily and Annie, Joshua Kaiser, Hannah, Gareth, and Aaron, Clair and Andy, David Boehm, Maggie, Kate, Anne, June, and Frannie, and Grace and Jack Murphy; and three great-grandchildren, Isabella, Wyatt and Isabelle.

A farm girl, Diane “Danny” drove the tractor at age 10, and since then, never shied away from hard work, logging in many hours gardening, canning, sewing, and goat farming. She found joy in her flowers and crafting. In later years, Diane assembled family history photo albums for each of her 10 children. She was renowned for her jams, jellies and baking.

Cut from the cloth of her German-immigrant ancestors, Diane dealt with life’s challenges in a no-nonsense and thrifty manner and was a pretty good shot with a rifle, to boot. Diane was fearless and once saved her eldest daughter from a charging bull. She logged many hours teaching her kids to drive and survived several minor auto accidents in the process.

Diane followed her faith in God wherever He led her. During her formative years she was a member of Elias Lutheran Church in Gresham. She reared her children in the Catholic faith at Holy Trinity and St. Michael’s Churches in Kewaskum. As an empty-nester, she and Ed joined Campbellsport Alliance Church where she served as deaconess. She volunteered in each faith community, serving dinners, sewing Christmas stockings, and enjoying fellowship.

In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her sister, Carol (Butch, deceased) Hoffman. She leaves behind her sister, Iris (Jerry) Bents, and four brothers, Dale (Lisa), Timothy, Stan (Clara, deceased) and Bruce Otto.

Funeral services for Diane will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, at Campbellsport Alliance Church, N1876 County Road V, Campbellsport. The family will greet relatives and friends at Alliance Church on Saturday from noon until the time of service.

Burial will be at Ledgeview Memorial Park, Veteran’s Garden of Valor, N6250 County Road K, Fond du Lac, on Monday, Jan. 14 at 2 p.m.

The family would like to extend love and appreciation to Pastor Doug and Jean Birr and Reverend Joseph Brath for their friendship and ministry to Diane, and to the nurses and staff at Kettle Moraine Gardens, ComForCare, and Aurora At Home Hospice for all their help, love, and care.

The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Home has been entrusted with Diane’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com

Jessie Lynn James, 45, of Keshena, started her spiritual journey home on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2019, at Sauk Prairie Hospital in Sauk City.

Jessie was born March 25, 1973, in Shawano to Gordon and Leone (Wilber) James. She attended Menominee Indian High School. Jessie was proud of being a CNA and worked many years helping patients at nursing homes and in their homes. She enjoyed the outdoors — fishing, camping, cutting fire wood, picking ginseng with her soulmate, Joe Peters, and riding on the backwood roads. She also enjoyed playing bingo and cards (especially cribbage) and was an avid pool shooter. Above all, Jessie loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her soulmate, Joe Peters, of Keshena; her children, Lauren (Tim) Peters, of Shawano, and Joseph Peters Jr., of Keshena; her grandchildren, Joseph Peters III and Evelyn Bourdon; her parents, Gordon and Leone James; her siblings, Denise (Steve) Crowe, of Appleton, Tracy Peters, of North Carolina, Randy (Rose) Peters, Albert Peters, Kandi Peters, Richard James, Gordon James Jr., Marlin James, and Karen (Jeremy) James, all of Keshena; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Herman Peters and Karen Peters, both of Shawano, George Peters, of Keshena, Doreen Peters, of Appleton, Patti Peters, of Shawano, and John (Jessica) Peters, of Suring; her goddaughter, Karen James; and many nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her daughters, Gwendolyn and Amber Peters; father- and mother-in-law, Orvis James and Patricia Peters; sister-in-law, Skinny Peters; and brother-in-law, Mike Peters.

A funeral Mass for Jessie will be celebrated on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2019, at 11 a.m. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Keshena. The Rev. Joel Jores will be the Celebrant. Visitation began on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019, at 4 p.m. at the James residence, N975 Old South Branch Road, Keshena, and will continue until the procession leaves for church on Saturday morning at 10:30 a.m. A parish wake service will be held on Friday, Jan. 4, 2019, at 7 p.m. at the James residence.

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

Jeffrey R. “Mitch” Mitchell, 67, died suddenly Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, at his home in Tilleda.

Jeff was born on April 8, 1951, in Clintonville as the son of the late Merlin and Gladys (Wendt) Mitchell. He lived most of his life in the Clintonville area until the late 1980s when he moved to his present home in Tilleda. Jeff graduated from Clintonville High School in 1969 and worked at Torborg’s Clintonville Lumber until his retirement. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, especially his Canadian fishing trips. Jeff also enjoyed taking road trips to see various sites around the state.

Survivors include his sister, Kay (Keith) Kemp, Menasha; brother, Patrick (Connie) Mitchell, Clintonville; three nieces, Nicole (John) Burkhart, Sara (Ryan) Messner and Casey (Kyle) Rosenberg; two nephews: Steven (fiance Keri Klotzbuecher) Mitchell and Andy (Ashley) Kemp; and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Jeff was preceded in death by his parents and four brothers, Joe, Bob, Mike and John.

In accordance with Jeff’s wishes, no services will be held at this time.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home and Crematory of Clintonville is assisting his family.

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Marjorie A. “Margie” Ainsworth, 89, of Bonduel, passed away Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019.

Margie was born in Bonduel on Sunday, Feb. 17, 1929, to the late Herbert and Hertha (Boettcher) Peterman. On Flag Day, June 14, 1952, Margie was united in marriage to Gordon G. Ainsworth at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Bonduel. Gordon preceded Margie in death on April 9, 2016. Gordon and Margie were very proud of their six strong and independent daughters that they raised on their dairy farm near Frazer Corners. After retiring from farming in 1987, Gordon and Margie built a new home in Bonduel. Margie was an active member of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in the Town of Lessor, where she was a member of the women’s group and a past treasurer. She was also very active in the community and proud that she served as a 4-H leader for 25 years. Margie loved the Shawano County Fair and even submitted exhibits as recently as this past year. She served on the Bonduel Archives board of directors and enjoyed researching ancestries and local history. Margie also enjoyed her time as a member of the University of Wisconsin-Extension Homemaker’s Club, selling flowers at the greenhouse, serving in the American Legion Auxiliary, and being a member of the Republican Party. She loved her sports and followed the Badgers, Packers, Bucks and more. Even with her ever growing family she never missed a birthday, anniversary, or special event. Margie loved truly and was truly loved. She will be deeply missed by the friends and family she leaves behind.

Margie always wanted a large family. She is survived by five loving daughters, Barb (Charlie) McKeefry, Deb (Brian) Schneider, Sandy Swietlik, Terri (Kevin) Ferfecki and Diane (Gary) Przybylski; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Elizabeth (Matt) Kunstman, Sydney and Brynley, Kristin (Clint) Whitehorse, Brooklyn and Bailey, Aaron (Katie Rasmussen) Schneider, Emma, Mady and Audrina, Jessica (Matteo) Reginato, Gianluca, Rebecca (Brad) Chriske, Brady, Beau and Blaire, Johnny (Amber) Swietlik, Harper, Gregery McKeefry, Brianna Schneider, Benjamin (Stacey) Ainsworth, Jackie (Kyle) Majerowski, Andrea Schneider, Lindsey Przybylski, Branden (Maureen) Schneider, Taylor Przybylski, and Karly (Eric) Truss. Margie is further survived by numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon; a daughter, Connie Swiecichowski; her parents; and four sisters.

A funeral service for Margie will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, N1731 County Road S, Pulaski, with the Rev. Wayne Garman officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel on Sunday from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. and again at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, the Bonduel Archives, or the Ainsworth Memorial Children’s collection at the Shawano Library.

Margie’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff and residents at Kindred Hearts in Shawano for making her feel so welcomed.

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Elaine E. (Barkhaus) Kohls, 94, Fond du Lac and formerly of Gillett, was born December 4, 1924 in Bonduel, WI to Albert and Adela (Graf) Barkhaus. She passed on to the Lord on January 3, 2019.

Elaine attended St. Paul Lutheran School and graduated salutatorian from Bonduel High School. She attended business college in Green Bay and worked at a bank and Dehn’s Ice Cream in Bonduel. She met Oscar Kohls at a wedding dance and swept him off his feet. They were married for 59 years before his passing. They had three children as they worked one of the largest dairy farms in Oconto County in the 1950s and ’60s. Elaine was Gillett Town clerk for 10 years. She was devoted to her faith in the Lord and was privileged to be the first woman member of the church council at Immanuel Lutheran Church. She was active in LWML and Ladies Aid, as well as Homemakers and other volunteer activities.

Elaine always said when Oscar proposed, she asked, “Will you take me traveling?” In their retirement they traveled to 50 states, Germany and Israel. Oscar and Elaine wintered in Texas for 27 years. Later she wintered in Florida.

She loved to read, play sheepshead and dominoes, and visit with her great-grandchildren. She was completely devoted to her family.

Elaine was preceded in death by her husband Oscar and her brother Louis Barkhaus. She is survived by her sister Doris Buchholz, daughter Jean (Don Timpel), Carol Petty, and Charles (Tami) Kohls, grandchildren Troy (Shannon) Timpel, Tara (John) Collingwoood, Ben (Sarah) Kohls, Bill (Krista) Kohls, Jeff (Lizzie) Petty, and Amy Petty. She loved her seven great-grandchildren: Basil Gidus, Levi Gidus, Griff Kohls, Harper Kohls, Fox Petty, Felix Petty, and Baylor Kohls.

Friends and relatives may call on the family from 10 to 11:45 a.m. on Monday, January 7, 2019 at Faith United Lutheran Church (11465 Old U, Gillett, WI 54124). A funeral service will follow at noon with Pastor John Laatsch officiating. Interment will be in Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery.

The family sends special thanks to the staff of Crossroads, Kindred Hearts, and Generations Homecare and Hospice.

For those wishing, memorials are appreciated to Faith United Lutheran Church at the above address.

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William J. Ejnik, 78, of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019 in Shawano. William was born in Brown County on Sept. 20, 1940, the son of the late Walter and Harriett (Bahrwig) Ejnik. On Nov. 12, 1960, William was united in marriage to Moria Hussin in Suamico. In 1970, the couple moved to the Gresham area where they owned and operated a dairy farm. In his free time, William enjoyed hunting, fishing, bowling, softball and playing cards.

William is survived by his wife, Moria; their four sons, Tom, of Shawano, Robert (Annette), of Gresham, Steve (Trish), of Minnesota and John (Sara), of Whitewater; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. He is further survived by two sisters, Marilyn VanLanen and Florence Mulloy, both of Green Bay; and one sister-in-law, Diane Ejnik, of Suamico.

He was preceded in death by two great-grandchildren, Lexus and Braxton; his parents; and two brothers, Tom and Gerald.

A memorial service for William will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from noon until the time of the service.

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Rose “Marie” Wagner, 86, Green Bay, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019. She was born on May 25, 1932, in Shawano to Clyde and Agnes (Baumgartner) Clayton.

On May 3, 1954, Rose married Thomas R. Wagner. She loved watching Packers and Brewers games.

Survivors include her six sons, Don (Lori) Wagner, Dan Wagner, Russ (Theresa) Wagner, Rick (Kate) Wagner, Lewis (Lori) Wagner and Paul Wagner; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Sally (Don) Braatz and Edie Raddant.

She was preceded in death by her husband and two grandsons, Josh Wagner and Paul Thomas Wagner Jr.

Visitation will be held at Blaney Funeral Home, 1521 Shawano Ave., Green Bay, from 10 a.m. to noon Friday, Jan. 11, followed by the funeral service. Burial will be in Fort Howard Memorial Park.

To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.

The family extends a special thank you to the staffs of Crossroads/ManorCare West and Unity Hospice.

Vernon Otto Neuman, 83, of Gresham, formerly of Eden, died on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, in Shawano. Born in Milwaukee on April 24, 1935, he is the son of the late Hugo and Martha (Schneider) Neuman. Vernon spent his early years in Milwaukee. On Feb. 17, 1955, in Illinois, Vernon married his beloved wife, Patricia Radman. He was an expert office machine repairman, as well as a talented organist and pianist. Vernon had an unshakable faith and enjoyed religious music. The couple are members of St. Martin Lutheran Church in the Town of Belle Plaine and have enjoyed raising Dalmatians throughout their marriage. He was an avid Hamm radio operator (MARS).

Vernon is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Patricia; their children, Curtis W. (Susie) Neuman, of Florida, Carrie (Randy) Wendling, of Mayville, Christopher M. (Sue) Neuman, of Oostburg, Corey W. (Judy) Neuman, of Florida, Cynthia L. (fiancé David Walsh) Bonincontri, of Eden; 13 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Merle and his wife, Carol; a grandson, Michael Wendling, who was killed in active duty; and son-in-law, Joseph Bonincontri.

A memorial service for Vernon will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, at St. Martin Lutheran Church in the Town of Belle Plaine with the Rev. Kurt Kluge officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Donald F. Legler Sr., 85, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2019, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Don was born March 7, 1933, in Green Bay, a son of the late Ellsworth and Luella (Koch) Legler. He attended Milwaukee schools, graduating from Custer High School in 1952. Following school, Don was drafted into the United States Army in 1953 and served until 1955. He was stationed in Germany in the Artillery Unit of the First Division and played football in special services. On June 13, 1953, he was united in marriage to the former Marilyn “Toots” Lompa at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church in Milwaukee. Upon returning from service, Don was employed as a sheet metal worker for over 40 years, retiring in 1994. He was a lifetime member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 18 of Waukesha.

Don was a member of the Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Milwaukee, where he served as a Eucharistic minister, a member of the Holy Name Society, an elected member of the parish council as secretary and had ex-officio position as trustee. He served as a scoutmaster for six years. Don enjoyed spending time at the lake with his children and grandchildren, gardening, yard work and puttering in the garage. Don is currently a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano.

Survivors include his loving wife of 65 years, Marilyn “Toots” Legler, of Shawano; his children, Donald F. (Cindy) Legler Jr., of West Bend, David (Gayle) Legler, of Seymour, Diane (Randy) Worm, of Waupun, Daniel (Tammy) Legler and Dennis Legler, of Milwaukee, Duane (Barbara) Legler, of Cedar Grove, Douglas (Michele) Legler, of Milwaukee, Dean (Tia) Legler, of Pewaukee, and Doreen (Ronald) Wall, of Port Washington; 28 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Don was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Lois Legler.

A funeral Mass for Donald F. Legler Sr. will be celebrated on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano. Father Tom Farrell will be the celebrant. Visitation will begin at the church at 9 a.m. and continue until the hour of Mass. Full military honors will be accorded by Shawano AmVets Post 10 at the church.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family requests memorials be made in Don’s name to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

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

Patricia J. Montgomery, 96, of Clintonville, passed away Tuesday morning, Jan. 8, 2019, at The Pines Post Acute and Memory Care, Embarrass.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home and Crematory, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

Rosella N. Gartzke went to be with the Lord, our Savior, on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2019, in Shawano surrounded by her family. She was born April 8, 1926, in the town of Deer Creek, Outagamie County.

She was the daughter of the late Louis and Mary Jane “Mamie” (McGlin) Nelson. She was baptized on May 27, 1926, with the Rev. Alfred Hoad officiating. Rosella was confirmed at the First Methodist Church in Clintonville with theRev. S.H. Wiese officiating on April 2, 1939.

Rosella graduated from Clintonville High School in 1944. She met the love of her life and married Robert Allen Gartzke at the First Presbyterian Church in Green Bay with the Rev. Dudley Uphoff officiating. While Bob attended school at the University of Madison, she worked at the Madison National Bank.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Robert Allen on April 3, 1964; and their youngest son, Garry, on June 18, 1985; two grandchildren, Heather Marie Greenwood (Jan. 3, 1981) and Heidi Lynn Hawkinson (April 13, 1991) and one great-granddaughter, Natalie Wenz; siblings and in-laws, Laura (Lester) Tellock, Mable (Eric) Strutz, Marion (Vernon) Werth, Esther (Herbert) Reimer, Blanche (Leo) Kautz, Reuben (Alice) Nelson and Dale (Ellie) Nelson; brother-in-law, James Kreklow; and in-laws, Gus and Ethel Gartzke.

Rosella was a member of the United Methodist Church where she served as a teacher, Sunday school superintendent, member of the administrative board, lay leader, officer in the United Methodist Women and chairman of the building committee. She was elected to the office of White Shrine, Guardian of Job’s Daughters, and a den mother for Cub Scouts. She served on the United Way board for two three-year terms and was secretary for two of those years.

Rosella worked at the National Bank in Clintonville, Madison and Shawano. She served as the secretary of the United Methodist Church from 1968-1976. In 1976, she was elected as the city of Shawano’s clerk-treasurer until her retirement in 1991. She served as secretary and president-elect of the State Association of Wisconsin Municipal Clerks and secretary of the city planning commission.

Rosella loved baking cookies, playing cards with her bridge club in her younger years and still playing solitaire until her death. She loved listening to music and had all six children take piano lessons. Thank you, Colleen, for playing hymns on the piano in her room on her last day she was with us. She loved it.

She is survived by her sister, Lois Kreklow, of Bear Creek; daughters, Sandra Greenwood, Green Bay, Susan (David) Hawkinson, Tomahawk, and Sheree Repinski, Shawano; sons, Robert M. Gartzke (Carleen Nowaczyk), Green Bay, and Greg (Vicki) Gartzke, Freedom; grandchildren, Eric and Emily Greenwood, Green Bay, Angie (Joshua) Perzee, Indiana, Katie Rose (Adam Carroll), Gresham, Kyle Repinski, Shawano, Rob (Mel) Gartzke, Green Bay, Sarah (Jesse Wenz), Green Bay, Wendy (Ben) Gruselle, Mount Pleasant, Jenna, Jared and Jolie Gartzke, all of Freedom. She is further survived by her great-grandchildren: Judah, Greta, Lilah, and Evelyn Gartzke, Green Bay, Rory, Noah and Grace Wenz, Green Bay, and Heidi Jo, Delilah, Wesley and Lydia Rose, Indiana; and many special nieces and nephews.

A funeral for Rosella will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 at United Methodist-Church on the Hill in Shawano with the Rev. Lynn Kollath officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano from 4-7 p.m. on Friday and at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

The family would like to express sincere thanks for the kindness that the staff and residents at Shawano Place showed our mom.

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Dorothy J. Bruette, 83, of the Town of Belle Plaine, Shawano County, passed away Friday morning, Jan. 11, 2019, at Oakhaven in Shawano.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home and Crematory of Clintonville is assisting her family.

Curtis E. Kallies, 78, of Keshena, passed away on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, in Keshena. Born on Dec. 12, 1940, in Leopolis, he is the son of the late Elmer A. and Edna M. (Vorpahl) Kallies. Curtis graduated from Gillett High School in 1958. He enlisted in the United States Army and served his country honorably for two years. After his discharge, he lived in Chicago and worked for GP Manufacturing. In June 1972, he was married to Ellen J. Schanandore in Chicago. In 1990, the couple returned to the area where they lived on LaMotte Lake. In 1996, Ellen passed away. Curtis enjoyed hunting, fishing and playing board games. He was a generous man, always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be missed by those who knew and loved him.

Curtis is survived by five children, Wydell Kallies, of Keshena, Carla Martin, of Keshena, Alfred Kallies, of Keshena, Joanie Kallies, of Milwaukee, and Anna (Myron) Boivin, of Keshena; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his siblings, Marilyn (Neil) Keopek, of Tigerton, Patricia (Ken) Updegraff, of Neveda, Clarice (Ron) White, of Pulaski, and Elmer (Linda) Kallies Jr. of Shawano; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ellen, in 1996; his significant other, Nancy Erdman, in 2018; his granddaughter, Savanna Mae Christenson-Wilber; his grandson, Aaron Kallies; his parents; one sister, Carol; and two brothers, Kenneth and Dale.

Funeral services for Curtis will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Michael Paholke officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Shawano American Legion Post 117. Inurnment will be in Our Lady of the Woods Cemetery in West Branch. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019, from 4-8 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the Service.

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Karla K. Krueger, 83, died peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018. She was born Sept. 16, 1935, in Shawano, to the late Hiram and Frances (Kolpack) Carley.

Friends may call at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 2999 Lakeview Drive, on Friday, from 9-11 a.m. The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, at the church, with the Rev. Scott Malme officiating.

Proko-Wall Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be sent to the Krueger family by going to www.prokowall.com.

Gertrude claimed Heaven as her home on Jan. 15, 2019, with her family by her side. She was born on Sept. 19, 1930, to her parents, Oscar W. and Eleanor A. Brutlag Schultz, in Ottawa, Canada.

After her parents married, her father accepted a call as a Lutheran School Teacher in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Gert and her sisters, Audrey, Elva and Verna, were all born in Ottawa. After 11 years in Canada, her father accepted a call to teach at a Lutheran school back in Illinois. In 1947, he accepted a call to teach at St. James Lutheran School in Shawano. He passed away on May 1, 1948. After her father’s passing, the family decided to remain in Shawano. On Sept. 6, 1952, Gert’s mother, Eleanor married Walter Baehr. They established their home at the Baehr Resort property on Shawano Lake in Cecil. Walter pre-deceased Eleanor on Dec. 30, 1968.

The friendship with Bill started as Walther Leaguers at St. James Lutheran Church. Both Gert and Bill sang in the choir directed by her father. They dated from 1948 and were united in marriage at St. James Lutheran Church on Aug. 19, 1950. They were blessed with sons David and Donald. Gert and Bill enjoyed many years of family camping, 4-H, Boy Scout activities and family travels to Colorado, where David and his family now reside, as well as other US states. A special trip to Ottawa, Canada in 1967 with Bill, David, Don, Gert’s mother and sister Verna was to reacquaint with family friends established while living in Ottawa. Also on that trip, they went on to attend the 1967 World’s Fair in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Gert was employed at Badger Breeders/CRI Cooperative for 33 years. Gert joyfully served with members of the St. James Altar Guild and the St. James Building Committee; Shawano Medical Center Auxiliary and the hospital gift shop; Shawano County Historical Society, cataloging items, serving as tour guide and special events; she was a special assistant to Bill for the Shawano chamber of commerce events and special banking displays and events.

Those surviving are husband, Bill; son, David and Vicki (Godding) of Battlement Mesa, Colorado, who were blessed with children, Brian (Kelly) of Sherwood, Wisconsin, Elizabeth and Blake (Jennifer), of New Castle, Colorado, who were blessed with children Asher and Pierce; son, Donald and Janice (Mueller), of Appleton, who were blessed with a daughter Alexandria (Steve) Yungwirth, of DePere. Also surviving are sister, Verna and husband Melvin Weisnicht; brothers-in-law, Raymond (Arlene, deceased, Sept. 7, 2015) Ruechel and Jerald and his wife, Carol Ruechel; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Pre-deceasing Gert are her father, Oscar W. Schultz, May 1, 1948; her mother, Eleanor Brutlag-Schultz-Baehr, April 29, 1994; her sister, Audrey, Aug. 2, 2001, and her husband, James Coleman, March 8, 2014; and her sister, Elva, Feb. 16, 2009, and her husband, Vernon Weisnicht, Oct. 8, 1998; her father-in-law, William A. Ruechel, April 2, 1970, and mother-in-law, Marie L. Raether-Ruechel, Oct. 10, 1993.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Mark Drengler and Steve Schauder officiating. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano and again at the church on Friday from noon until the time of the service.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to ThedaCare Hospice for the wonderful care.

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Roger Kucksdorf, 83, of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019, in Shawano.

A memorial service for Roger will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, at Elias Lutheran Church in the Town of Herman. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

A full obituary will be published in Friday’s paper.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Walter M. “Wally” Mueller, 89, of Clintonville, formerly of Bonduel, went to our Savior and Lord on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019. Born on Nov. 15, 1929, in Shawano, Wally was the youngest of six children born to the late Herman and Martha (Luepker) Mueller. Wally married the love of his life, Miriam Carol “Mim” Keuer, on a minus-30 degree day on Feb. 3, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois. Wally farmed in Shawano County his entire life. He was a pioneer in the local farming industry as he was the first farmer in the county to install an automatic milking parlor in his barn in 1959. Wally was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel, where he held many congregational positions over the years. He was a long-time basketball coach at St. Paul Lutheran School, moving on to refereeing both boys and girls basketball games as well as umpiring baseball and softball games. Wally was an active member of the local community serving on various boards and committees. He loved to play pinochle with the “pinochle group,” watch reruns of the old-time comedy shows, and watch all of the Bonduel sports programs. He attended many Badgers, Packers and Brewers games throughout his life, and he rarely missed a game on TV. He had a strong faith in God and was looking forward to spending eternal life in heaven with Mim.

Walter is survived by six children, David (Helene) Mueller, of Massachusetts, Jeffrey Mueller, of Shawano, James “Ace” Mueller, of Shawano, Kathy (Steve Calhoun) Mueller, of Illinois, Steve “Jake” Mueller, of Colorado, and Lisa (Danny) Otto, of Shawano; eight grandchildren, Rikki Mueller, Jesse (Sacia) Mueller, Miller Calhoun, Maddie Mueller, Ben Mueller, Frances Mueller, Jennifer Hottenstine and Chelsea Hottenstine; great-grandchildren, Jesse Mueller Jr., Kavion Franklin and Gaven Vance. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mim; an infant son, Danny; his parents; four sisters; and one brother.

A funeral service for Walter will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019, at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Bonduel with the Rev. Timothy Shoup officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 2-6 p.m. and again on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Wally’s family’s would like to thank Michell Czarapata, the staff at Meadow View Assisted Living in Bonduel, and Dr. Mindy Frimodig for the loving care and support provided to Dad over the past several years. Also a sincere thank you and much gratitude to both ThedaCare at Home Hospice and The Pines nursing staff and administration for the exceptional care, love and support provided to Wally and his family this past month. Your love and support will never be forgotten.

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Audrey Ann Tousey “Maude,” 80, passed away Jan. 14, 2019, at Anchor Communities in Fox Lake with family and friends by her side.

Audrey was born May 10, 1938, in Waupun, the daughter of Garret and Minnie Stelsel Hull. She pursued a career as an office assistant/bookkeeper and completed her schooling in New York State. She then received a position at John F. Kennedy International Airport, where she worked for two years. Audrey then returned to Waupun where she married Kenneth Salzman which led them on a journey to Wabeno, Minnesota, where Ken was in the Air Force. They eventually made their way back to Waupun, where Audrey worked as a bookkeeper/office manager at the shoe factory, Maly Implement, and Badger Pallet. Audrey ended her career at Subway in Waupun, where she was known as the “Sandwich Queen.” Audrey knew exactly what you wanted when you came in. Audrey’s 25-year marriage ended, and she met David Tousey. They were married for 32 years and they had a love to travel the state of Wisconsin. Audrey enjoyed many things. She was an avid reader, reading the book of Psalms. She enjoyed singing hymns, playing cards, going to the casino, and spending time with family and friends. Audrey and Dave had a very special place, “the cabin,” that they slipped away to and gave them much peace and relaxation. Audrey had many Packers and Badgers parties at the cabin, but her favorite was enjoying a roaring bonfire.

Audrey is survived by her children, Tim Salzman and Suzanne (Salzman) Pluim; grandchildren, Kendra (Pluim) TerBeest, Chad Pluim, Melissa (Salzman) Ewert, and MaKayla Salzman; and great-grandchildren, Ily, Willow, Ryder, Brysen, Wyatt, and Jax.

Audrey was preceded in death by her parents; David Tousey; Kenneth Salzman; and great-granddaughter, Addysen TerBeest.

A memorial service for Audrey Tousey will be held in the spring at Church of the Wilderness by her cabin.

Evon “Tee-Tee” Evelyn Malone, 31, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2019, in Milwaukee. Evon was born in Shawano on March 25, 1987, to Marv “Buttons” and Charleen Malone. Evon enjoyed gambling, singing, dancing and spending time with her nieces and nephews. She enjoyed attending pow-wows and was proud to serve her community as Junior Miss Moh He Con Nuck and Miss Moh He Con Nuck. Evon also loved riding on the UTV with her uncle, Ronnie.

Evon is survived by her parents, Marv and Charleen Malone; three sisters, Tanya (Cruz) Malone, Crystal (Antwoine) Malone and Melodi (Jonathon) Thiex; her grandfather, Mike Rudesill; nieces and nephews, Baby Cruz, Ayana, LaKeisha, LeeAllen, Daquah, Jamilla, Trinity, Jylian, Taylor and Trenton. She is further survived by her aunts and uncles, Marilyn, Kathy (Gerald), Raymond (Alphia), Ronnie, Quentin (Cindy), Michael (Mary), Creasa (Bob) and Yvette (Randean); as well as several special cousins, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her baby boy, Malone; grandparents, Yvonne Creapeau and Robert and Eva Evon Lasher; and her nephew, LaRenz.

Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at the Eunice Stick Gathering Place in the Stockbridge-Munsee Elderly Center in Bowler. A gathering will be held from noon until the time of the service with a luncheon following the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Roger Raymond Kucksdorf, 83, died on Jan. 16, 2019, at Shawano Health Services following a struggle with many health issues. Roger was born Feb. 1, 1935, at home to the late Walter and Ida (Dey) Kucksdorf in rural Shawano. He was baptized and confirmed at Elias Lutheran Church, where he was a lifetime member. Roger attended Hohn Rural School and graduated from Gresham High School. He married Hazel Eleanor Dodge on Aug. 20, 1960, in Menomonie. To this marriage, one daughter was born, Jodi Lynn.

Roger graduated from UW-Stevens Point with a degree in education. He worked as a math teacher and a dairy farmer. He taught at Iola-Scandinavia Junior High and Bowler School District. After retirement, he substitute taught at many Shawano County school districts and baled hay for farmers in his community. Roger was active in his community, serving as secretary at Elias Lutheran Church.

Roger had a passion for all sports, hunting, playing cards with his friends, and spending many days in the woods with his dog. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Many came to him for advice and help as he was a patient and understanding listener. He treated everyone with respect and caring.

Roger is survived by his wife of 58 years, Hazel; daughter, Jodi Sabbar; son-in-law, Redouane Sabbar; grandsons, Bradley and Austin Sabbar; niece, Bonnie Buch (Louie); and nephew Dennis Schultz (Nancy).

Preceding Roger in death was his sister, Eva Schultz; parents, Ida and Walter Kucksdorf; and many other loving family members and friends.

Thank you to Shawano Health Service for its care and compassion.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2019, at Elias Lutheran Church in the Town of Herman. Visitation will be held at the church from on Saturday 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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