Shawano Area Obituaries
Pauline June Beyer
Pauline June Beyer, 79, of the town of Wescott, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2014, in Shawano. Born on Jan. 13, 1935, in Fairchild, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Angeline (Schliter) Peterson.
After graduating high school, Pauline furthered her education with a degree in nursing from the Western Wisconsin Technical College in La Crosse. As a registered nurse, Pauline’s kind heart and willingness to help others brought a love for her job that shined through to those around her. When not at work, Pauline enjoyed cooking and baking, especially for her beloved family. She also enjoyed telling stories and was known for letting her good sense of humor come through. Her strong faith and religious beliefs were also very important to Pauline. On March 14, 1997, she was united in marriage to Robert Beyer. The couple made their home in the Shawano area.
Pauline is survived by her husband, Robert; her children, David (Cheryl) Eisberner Sr., of Marshfield, Gregory (Luceanna) Eisberner, of Osseo, James (Betty) Eisberner, of Fairchild, Robert Eisberner, of Marshfield, Sherry (Bill) Behnke, of Cecil, Robert J. (Gloria) Beyer, of Shawano, Dick (Laurie) Beyer, of Wittenberg; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and three siblings, Robert Peterson, of South Dakota, Lois Johnson, of Black River Falls, and Judy Peterson, of Blair.
Pauline was preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Eisberner; her parents; and several siblings.
Funeral services will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Mr. Robert Eberhardt, Mr. Luther Raine and Miss Edith Mack officiating. Burial will be in the Neillsville Cemetery in the spring. Visitation will be held at the funeral home in Shawano on Friday from 4 p.m. until the time of the service.
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Christopher Maynard Koehler, 44, of Shawano, passed away Monday, Jan. 20, 2014. Born on Oct. 21, 1969, in Shawano, he was the son of Maynard Koehler and Marcia (Michael) Reinicke.
Chris lived most of his life in the Shawano area. For the past five years, he worked at Nueske Meats in Wittenberg. When not at work, Chris enjoyed spending time with his family as well as hunting, fishing and being outdoors.
Christopher is survived by his fiancée, Jackeline; his father, Maynard, of Shawano; his mother, Marcia (Michael) Reinicke, of Wittenberg; his sister, Kim (Gene Rades) Koehler, of Shawano; two nephews, Andrew (Juliet) Krause, of Shawano, Zachary Krause, of Wittenberg; and three great-nieces and great-nephews.
Christopher was preceded in death by a sister, Tracy Krause.
Memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Melinda Shriner officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home in Shawano on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.
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Harvey C. Bartz, 84, of Shawano, passed away Tuesday morning, Jan. 21, 2014, at the Shawano Medical Center.
Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced later.
Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the Bartz family with the service arrangements.
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Jeannette M. Ashley, 85, of Shawano, passed away peacefully early Monday morning, Jan. 20, 2014, at Theda Clark Regional Medical Center in Neenah, where she had been a patient for the past week.
Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced on Thursday.
Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the Ashley family with the service arrangements.
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Mary Jane Crowe, 76, of Neopit, passed away Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014, at her home. Born on Aug. 19, 1937, in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late George Wayka and Jane Waupoose.
On April 4, 1961, she was united in marriage to Curtis Crowe Sr. in Neopit. The couple made their home and raised their children in the Neopit area. Mary Jane was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother who would do anything for her family. She loved spending time with them and loved traveling with her husband. Mary Jane was a faithful member of the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit. When not tending to her beloved family, Mary Jane enjoyed playing cards, playing bingo and listening to George Jones and Elvis Presley
Mary Jane is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Curtis; her children, Curtis (Virginia) Crowe Jr., of Middle Village, Eugene “Chester” Wayka, of Neopit, Carmen J. Crowe, of Neopit, Wendell (Eleanor) Crowe, of Madison, Carol Red Kettle, of Neopit, Brianna Crow, of Neopit; a special grandson, Joseph Soulier; a special great-grandson, Christopher Wynos; 30 grandchildren, Roselee Desjarlait, Curt Desjarlait, Fawne Teller, Darrell Crow, Dyan Nickey, Stephen Crow, Megan Crow, Rito Escalante, Delaina Escalante, Tara Wayka, Steve Crowe Jr., Tracy Teller, John Crowe, Daoma Teller, Randi Anderson, Shiann Anderson, Richard Anderson Jr., Reeannon Wynos, Wendell Crow Jr., Crystal Crow, Vince Crow, James Long, Richard Long, Jwin Crow, Joseph Red Kettle, Jodi Red Kettle, John Red Kettle, Amber Red Kettle, James Red Kettle; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Mary Jane is further survived by seven siblings, Margaret Wayka, of Wausau, Patsy Notinokey, of Wausau, Joseph (Jessica) Notinokey Sr., of Neopit, John (special friend, Erin) Notinokey, of Green Bay, Barbara Warrington, of Neopit, Rose Wayka, of Midway, Georgianna (“Prune”) Tucker, of Keshena; and a special sister-in-law, Shirley Teller, of Midway.
Mary Jane was preceded in death by her son, Stephan S. Crow Sr.; her daughter, MaryLu Crowe; two great-granddaughters, Danica Pamaska and Aurora Soulier; and her parents, George Wayka and Jane Notinokey.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 20, 2014, at the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David McElroy, O Praem, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery in the spring. Visitation will be held at the Red Kettle residence located at N3414 State Highway 47, Neopit, now until the procession leaves for the church on Monday. A parish wake service will be held at the residence on Sunday at 7 p.m.
Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Annabelle Sauer, 88, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday morning, Jan. 16, 2014, at ManorCare of Shawano.
Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced later.
Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Cynthia G. Lasch, 67, of the town of Belle Plaine, Shawano, passed away as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 2 p.m. at the Shawano Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A full obituary will be published in the Wednesday edition of The Shawano Leader.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials to the Shawano Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in the name of Cynthia Lasch.
Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the Lasch family with the service arrangements
Online condolences may be shared at www.schroedermickelsonfuneralservice.com.
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Daniel D. Dedolph, 71, of Tigerton, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. Dan was born July 14, 1942, in Tigerton to Eugene and Ione (Cannon) Dedolph. In 1960, he graduated from Tigerton High School. He was united in marriage on March 3, 1962, to Sharla M. Ladwig. The couple moved to Slinger, where they raised their family. During that time, Dan worked at an asphalt plant and also as a diesel mechanic. Then he was employed for some years doing bridge construction as a crane operator, retiring in 1998. After retirement, the couple returned to Tigerton, where they both spent their childhood and school years. Dan designed a beautiful shop at their home where he enjoyed working on various projects.
He especially loved taking care of his woodlands, earning the Shawano County and District 7 Tree Farmer of the Year Award in 2006. His other interests included hunting, a few fishing trips to Canada, and relaxing with his beloved black lab, Maggie. His memberships included the Local 139 Operating Engineers and St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Dan will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Sharla; two sons, Mark (Debbie) Dedolph, of Tigerton, and Steven (Mary) Dedolph, of Slinger. There are three granddaughters, Jennifer, Stephanie and Leah, and one grandson, Matt. There is one great-granddaughter, Lucinda; one grandstepdaughter, Ezra; and two step great-stepgrandchildren, Kyle and Katie. There are three brothers, Don (Jane), of Jackson, Dion, of Tigerton, and Dominic (Gina), of Janesville. He is further survived by several nieces, many other relatives and friends.
Dan was preceded in death by his parents; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Norman and Margaret Ladwig; one nephew, Donovan Dedolph; an aunt, Margaret Cannon; and three uncles, Roy, Lee and Jack Dedolph.
The funeral service will be held on Monday, Jan. 20, 2014, at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Tigerton. The Rev. Patrick Lloyd will officiate, and burial will be in the spring at Union Cemetery, Tigerton. Friends may call on Monday from 9 a.m. until time of service at the church.
The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.
Online condolences may be sent via www.beil-didier.com.
The family wishes to thank friends and neighbors for all the cards and concern during Dan’s time of illness.
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Thomas A. Rudesill Jr., 78, of Gresham, peacefully passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 19, 1935, in the town of Red Springs, he was the second son born to the late Thomas and Imelda (Miller) Rudesill Sr.
After graduating from high school, Tom enlisted with the United States Army and served his country for two years. Upon his honorable discharge from service, Tom went to college to continue his education. With the start of the Vietnam War, Tom re-enlisted in the United States Army to once again serve his country. After service, Tom worked for the Stockbridge-Munsee Tribe. He married Myrna LeRoy and together the couple had 11 children. Tom was very active with many veteran groups including the Gresham American Legion, the Oneida Veterans and the Gresham Veterans of Foreign Wars. He was also a founding member of the Mohican Veterans as a sergeant at arms and a chaplain for veterans. In his free time, Tom enjoyed listening to all genres of music, watching wildlife, especially searching the sky for eagles, visiting the local casinos, gardening and being a handyman for his children and grandchildren. He will be missed by his dog and traveling companion, Bud.
Tom is survived by 10 children, Alphia (Ray) Creapeau, Rose Laehn, Paula Rudesill, Sandra (Quinton) Creapeau and Joe (Colleen) Rudesill, all of Gresham, Cheryl Elertson, of Shawano, Tom (Rebecca) Rudesill III, of Tilleda, Myrna and Sara Rudesill, both of Milwaukee, Patricia (Steve) Simons, of Omaha, Neb.; 21 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren with a great-granddaughter on the way; and two great great-granddaughters. Tom is further survived by five brothers, Keith (Claudette), Hank (Shirley) and Mike (Yvonne) Rudesill, and William and Andy (Sue) Summers; and several nieces and nephews.
Tom was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Geraldine; his wife, Myrna; his parents Thomas Rudesill Sr. and Imelda Summers; a sister, Bette; and a good friend, Joe Webster.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 19, 2014, at the Lutheran Church of the Wilderness near Bowler with the Rev. Melinda Shriner officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Mohican Veterans at the church following the service. Burial will be in the Red Springs Cemetery in the spring. Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 1 p.m. until the time of the service.
Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you to Tom’s caregivers for the last few months, the Ella Besaw Center and the SouthernCare Hospice nurses.
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Judith Ann Selle, 70, of Bowler, passed away Thursday, Jan. 9, 2014, in Pulaski. Born on May 13, 1943, in Birnamwood, she was the daughter of the late Ross and Jean (Locke) Slater.
On May 29, 1964, she was united in marriage to Charles M. Selle. Judith loved spending time with her family and took great pride in raising her beloved children. She also enjoyed gardening and collecting bells and salt and pepper shakers.
Judith is survived by her daughter, Tracey (Ken) Schaefer; her son, Martin (Shelby) Selle; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and special friend, Gerald Socha.
Judith was preceded in death by her husband, Charles, on Sept. 28, 2005, and her parents.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham with the Rev. Melinda Shriner officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.
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Mary Jane Crowe, 76, of Neopit, passed away Thursday, Jan. 16, 2014.
Arrangements are pending with the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano.
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Thomas A. Rudesill Jr., 78, of Gresham, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014.
Arrangements are pending with the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano.
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Herbert U. Kubsh, 82, formerly of Manitowoc, and a resident of Manor Care Nursing Home in Shawano, died Monday, Jan. 13, 2014, at Manor Care.
Herbert was born on Sept. 19, 1931, in Manitowoc County, son of the late Jim “Wencel” and Eleanor (Schusta) Kubsh. Herbert grew up in the Kellnersville area and attended local schools. On Jan. 3, 1951, Herb was married to the former Mary Spaeth at Manitowoc. Mary preceded him in death on Sept. 8, 1997. He served in the United States Navy for 22 years and received his honorable discharge on July 2, 1974. Herb worked for Manitowoc Engineering, retiring in 1984, and owned and operated the Anchor Inn in Manitowoc from 1985 until 1995. He divided his time from 1995 until the present between Florida and Shawano.
Herb was a past member of Amvets Post 99 of Manitowoc, American Legion Drews-Bleser Post 88 of Manitowoc, VFW Otto-Oas Post 659 of Manitowoc and the Disabled American Veterans Manitowoc-Two Rivers Chapter 24. He enjoyed freshwater and saltwater fishing, socializing and polka music.
Survivors include his seven sons and three daughters-in-law, Randall (Linda) Kubsh, Green Bay, Ronald Kubsh, Wisconsin, Rodnycq (Kathy) Kubsh, Francis Creek, Roger Kubsh, Wisconsin, Russell Kubsh, Wisconsin, Raye Kubsh, Marshfield, and Jim (Nicole) Kubsh, Shawano; 13 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim “Wencel” and Eleanor Kubsh; his wife, Mary Kubsh; one sister, Dorothy Nooker; and an infant son on Oct. 16, 1952.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville. Sister Gerri Krautkramer will officiate, with cremation to follow. Amvets Post 99 of Manitowoc will accord full military rites at the funeral home. Relatives and friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.jensreinboldandpfeffer.com.
The family would like to offer a special thank you to his nurse, Anna, at Manor Care and to Southern Care Hospice for all the wonderful care given to our dad.
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Forrest E. Wells, 93, of Janesville, a former resident of Indianapolis and Shawano, died Jan. 12, 2014.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 15, at Cargill United Methodist Church, Janesville, with visitation for one hour prior to the services.
Henke-Clarson Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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Tracy Rueben Schroeder, 69, of the town of Washington, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014.
Arrangements are pending with the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano.
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Diane I. Arneson, 71, of Shawano, formerly of Clintonville, passed away on Monday, Jan. 13, 2014, at her residence. Diane was born on October 31, 1942, in Shawano, the daughter of the late Orville and Lula (Straus) Teetzen.
She graduated from Shawano High School and later lived and worked in Neenah. On Feb. 14, 1978, Diane was united in marriage to Harold “Hattie” Arneson in Lake Tahoe, Nev. The couple lived in Clintonville all of their married life. Diane had worked with her husband, Harold, in the Arneson businesses in Clintonville, which included the Christmas tree business, clerical work with the car dealership and driving school bus. The couple also enjoyed traveling together. Harold preceded his wife in death on June 28, 2001, after 23 years of marriage. Diane was a past member of Christus Lutheran Church, Clintonville, where she had belonged to the choir. She was a current member of Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano, and a member of the Clintonville Riverside Golf Club. Diane was a fabulous cook, enjoyed crossword puzzles, the outdoors, riding horses, loved animals, enjoyed flying, visiting Mackinac Island, Mich., and had a green thumb for growing plants. She was a volunteer for meals on wheels and will be remembered as a helping and caring person.
Survivors include her son, Gregg (Amber) Arneson, Shawano; her granddaughter, Morgan Arneson; her brother, Joel (Jane) Teetzen, Iowa; her special friend, Tom Schewe, Clintonville; and numerous close relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Harold “Hattie,” her niece, Vickie Teetzen, and her nephew, Sam Teetzen.
Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2014, at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, with the Rev. Gisele Berninghaus officiating. Inurnment will be in the Graceland Cemetery, Clintonville. Friends may call at the funeral home on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be directed to the Arneson family.
An online guest book may be signed at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.
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Dale F. Meyer, 66, of the town of Pella, Shawano County, passed away Saturday morning, Jan. 11, 2014, at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee surrounded by his family. Dale was born on Aug. 8, 1947, in Marinette as the son of the late Edgar and Edna (Alsborg) Meyer.
He met Barbara Bittner while in college and the couple was later united in marriage on June 24, 1970, in Milwaukee. If there were one word to describe Dale it would be “farmer.” His love of farming began as a child growing up on the family farm. Dale and Barb purchased a farm a few years after college in the town of Pella where he farmed for 23 years. For the past 13 years, he was employed as a truck driver for Schierl Oil and retired this past June because of health reasons. Dale was a quiet man with a contagious smile. He loved to spend time with his family; especially when it came to golf, fishing, or playing cards.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara; children, Rebecca (Craig) Berwaldt, North Tonawanda, N.Y., David (Stacy) Meyer, Bear Creek, Sarah (Kyle) Conlon, New London, Kevin (Susan) Meyer, Minneapolis, Brian Meyer and Kristy, Oshkosh, and Amy Meyer, Eau Claire; grandchildren, Traetan, Haley and Zachary; brother, John (Joan) Meyer, New Berlin; and sister, Nancy (John) Bartkowski, Crivitz.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Paul, and a brother, Nick.
A prayer service will be held Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at 6 p.m. at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory in Clintonville with the Rev. John Smith officiating. Interment will be at the Graceland Cemetery, Clintonville, in the spring.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 p.m. Wednesday until the time of the service.
An online guestbook for Dale can be found at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.
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Orland “Bud” R. Behnke, 93, of Clintonville, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon, Jan. 10, 2014, at the New London Family Medical Center. Bud was born in the town of Bear Creek, Waupaca County, on July 29, 1920, as the son of the late Otto and Ella (Peters) Behnke.
He grew up in Bear Creek helping his family on the farm. As a young man he worked in the shipyards in Manitowoc and was united in marriage to Frances Pinder in 1942. The couple had a family and moved back to the Clintonville area, where Bud farmed with his brother Donald in the town of Matteson. Bud and Frances later divorced. He was a member of the St. Martin Lutheran Church in Clintonville for many years. Later in 1971, Bud was united in marriage to Jean Cotter. The couple also divorced. After selling his farm, Bud worked various places before being employed as a machinist with Webex Industries in Neenah. He retired at the age of 74. Bud was always flirting with the ladies, especially when he had on his cowboy hat and boots. He also greatly enjoyed going for a ride in his car or on his Honda motorcycle.
Survivors include his daughter, Darlene Loose, Bear Creek; two grandchildren, Jodi (Rod) Anderson, Bear Creek, and Jay (Nikki) Loose, Clintonville; seven great-grandchildren, Amber and Michael Anderson, and Travis, Chase, Bailey, Landon and Lily Loose; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Bernie, Ann and Bev Behnke, and Norma (Delbert) Owen, all of Clintonville.
Bud was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Wayne Behnke, in 2001; a son-in-law, Gary Loose, in 2007; a half-brother, Charles (Helen) Behnke; brothers, Clarence, Harold, Glenn and Donald; and sisters, Myrene (Leonard) Schmallenberg, Margaret (Rolland) Gielow and Marcella (Ervin) Fietzer.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2014, at 11:30 a.m. at St. Martin Lutheran Church in Clintonville with the Rev. Daniel Burns officiating. Interment will be at the Graceland Cemetery, also in Clintonville, in the spring. Friends may call at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.
The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is assisting his family.
An online guestbook can be found for Bud at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established by his family.
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Thomas F. Wagner, 71, of the town of Wescott, passed away Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 29, 1942, in Hartford, he was the son of the late George and Elizabeth (Kreilkamp) Wagner.
Thomas lived in the Shawano area since 1972. He owned and operated Thomas Wagner Roofing and Remodeling. On Aug. 14, 2000, he was united in marriage to Rhonda (nee Knuth) Bunke in the town of Wescott. Thomas enjoyed listening to country music, especially his favorites, George Jones, Willie Nelson and Elvis Presley. He also enjoyed going out to eat at the Spinning Wheel, visiting the local casinos and his many trips to Jamaica prior to his stroke in 2007.
Thomas is survived by his wife, Rhonda; two daughters, Debbie Wagner, of Columbus, Ohio, and Julie (Kelly Klein) Mulder, of Green Bay; a grandson, Nick Mulder, of Green Bay; four siblings, Robert Wagner, of Hartford, Janet (Doug) Pfister, of Lake Tomahawk, Carol Hose, of Juneau, and Susan (Robert) Welsch, of Beaver Dam; and the mother of his children, Kathleen (John) Peterson, of Green Bay. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Emily Knuth; a sister-in-law, Lori (Steve Erbrecht) Knuth, of Shawano; a brother-in-law, William (Cookie) Knuth, of Marinette; many nieces and nephews; and his special four-legged friend and pal, Misty.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, George and Elizabeth Wagner; an infant brother, Robert James Wagner; father-in-law, William R. Knuth; sister-in-law, JoAnn Wagner; and a brother-in-law, John Hose.
In honor of Tom’s wishes, a private family service will be held at a later date.
Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.
The family would like to extend a special heartfelt thank you to Tom’s caregivers for the last few months, Shirley, Joan and Dar. Your care and compassion will never be forgotten.
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Noreen “Skinny Mama” Peters Johnson, 49, of Menominee County, passed away Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, at her home. Born and raised in the South Branch area, Noreen was the daughter of Patricia (Shiviner) Peters and the late Orvis “Flea” Peters.
Noreen was a kind-hearted person who never turned away from someone in need. She enjoyed cooking and was well-known for her fry-bread and her homemade pizzas. Her family was most important to her and she enjoyed spending as much time as possible with them. Noreen was a very hard worker who took pride in a job well done. She also took great pride in beating just about anyone at a game of pool.
Noreen is survived by her husband, Robert Johnson Jr.; her children, Robert Johnson III, James (Tonya) Johnson, Timothy (Casha) Johnson, Amanda (Bayron) Rodriguez, Matthew (Ashley) Johnson; her grandchildren, Lee Johnson, Jamison Johnson, Kayleigh Cloud, Bayron Rodriguez Jr., Matthew Johnson Jr., Renesmae Rodriguez, Jahyra Rodriguez; her mother, Patricia Peters; and her siblings, Jim (Katy) Peters, Janice Peters, Lynn (Don) Collins, Herman Peters, Doreen (Ken) Ebben, Karen Peters, George (Samantha) Peters, Jodi Peters, John Peters, Joe (Jessie) Peters, Patricia (Michael) Strube, David Westling, Robert Johnson Sr., Mary Beth (Bert) Huntington, Marty Johnson and Hope Johnson.
Noreen was preceded in death by her father, Orvis James “Flea” Peters; her brother, Mike “Flea” Peters; her nephew, Talon Peters; and her mother-in-law, Chantel Johnson.
Funeral services was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2014, at the South Branch Community Center with the Rev. David Barrett officiating. Visitation was held at the community center from 4 p.m. Sunday until the time of the service on Tuesday. A parish wake service was held at 7 p.m. Monday.
Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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