Shawano Area Obituaries

Mae Cecelia “Betty Ann” Kinney-Chevalier, 85, of Keshena, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, at her home surrounded by her family. She was the last full blooded Menominee Indian, born on June 16, 1929, on the Menominee Reservation to the late Louis and Cecelia (Opinesa) Kinney (Kiniew). In 1949, Mae was united in marriage to the late Gordon V. Chevalier at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. In 1967, they moved to Chicago, where Mae lived until returning to Keshena in 1990. Education was extremely important to her. After earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from NAES College, she started working as a teacher. She loved teaching children, but also enjoyed working with senior citizens both in Chicago and later on the Menominee Reservation. She served on the American Indian Business Association Board of Directors and was a member of the Chicago Indian Community. Mae was always very family oriented and loved family cook outs. She was a great cook and baker, and her family loved her baked bread. Mae was a wonderful woman who will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Mae is survived by five children, Patricia Mendoza, of Keshena, Beatrice Chevalier, of Middle Village, John E. (Francine) Chevalier, of Middle Village, Mary A. (Edward) Post, of Keshena and Randy J. Chevalier, of Keshena; a daughter-in-law, Joan Chevalier; 20 grandchildren, Tony, Troy, Connie, Nicky, Laurie, Manuel Jr., Mae, Fransisco, John, Mary, Beatrice, Maurice, Macksie, Moneejon “Girlie”, Nicole, Vernon, Patricia, Cecelia, Nathan and Jennifer. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, including special nieces, Ruth (Sonny) Waupoose, LeeAnn Nacotee and Dory Grignon; special nephews, Ronald (Doris) Delabrue, Milton (Cookie) Delabrue, Orland (Romaine) Delabrue, Clyde Delabrue, Preston (Donna) House, Weston House and Michael House; great-nephew, Michael D. Waupoose; great-nieces, Alecia Waupoose, Lauren Stoehr and Romaine Waupoose; as well as friends, Susan Miller and Esther (Herman) Frieson.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon V. Chevalier, Sr.; a son, Gordon Chevalier, Jr.; a granddaughter, Kateri; a grandson, Shawn; her parents; 13 brothers and sisters, including Mary Jane Delabrue, Gus Kinney and Mildred Kinney-House.

A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, March 2, 2015, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David McElroy, O.Praem, officiating. Burial will be in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held at St. Michael’s Parish Hall in Keshena from 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, until the procession leaves for the church on Monday. A parish wake service will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Clarence John “Pussy” Priem, 96, passed away peacefully on Feb. 25, 2015.

Clarence was born on March 20, 1918, in Washington Township, the son of John and Elsie Priem. On April 10, 1939, he was united in marriage to Elaine Hicks in the rectory of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano. He later converted to Catholicism and was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Clarence and Elaine shared their love for nature and hunting.

Clarence grew up on his family farm in Washington Township. In 1940, he began to work for Marigold Dairy, where he drove milk trucks for 40 years until his retirement. Clarence took time away from civilian life to serve in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was an active member of Shawano VFW Post 117.

Clarence was an avid sportsman, enjoying both hunting and fishing. He loved his cabin up north on the Pine River, and he could be found there many weekends, enjoying time with his wife and beloved Labradors. Clarence was a member of the Shawano Archery Club and received a special award as an outstanding archer. He was member of Wisconsin Motorcycle Club and enjoyed riding his Harley nearly as much as he enjoyed “shining it up.” Many summer evenings Clarence could be found in the park watching baseball games. He was also an avid stock car racing fan. Nieces and nephews remember the endless teasing of their Uncle Pussy, who liked to smoke big cigars. When visiting the Priems on Sundays, he would often be found in the garage, waxing and shining up his motorcycle or truck. A snack with Uncle Pussy always included cheese and a good venison sausage from one of his many successful hunts. Other Sunday meals at the Priems often included bear, pheasant, partridge or fish from his many successful exploits.

Clarence is survived in death by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Clarence was preceded in death by his wife, Elaine; his parents; two brothers, Benjamin and Harvey; and his sister-in-law, Audrey.

A funeral Mass for Clarence Priem will be celebrated on Monday, March 2, 2015, at 11 a.m. The Rev. Luke Ferris will be the celebrant. Relatives and friends may call at Sacred Heart Catholic Church after 9 a.m. Monday until the hour of Mass. Interment will be at 1 p.m. in the parish cemetery. Shawano VFW Post 117 will conduct full military honors at the church.

Mickelson Funeral Service is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences at may be shared www.mickelsonfs.com.

The family is very grateful and wishes to thank Debbie and David for all the attention, compassion and care they gave Clarence.

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Gerald Lee “Jerry” Schweigert, 72, of Marble Hill, Missouri, passed away Feb. 22, 2015, following a lengthy illness, at Woodland Hills Nursing Center in Marble Hill. Born in Villa Park, Illinois, on Oct. 1, 1942, he was the son of Lee William and Vera Josephine Tonkin Schweigert.

Jerry spent his childhood years from age 4 through 14 on his parents’ farm in the Bonduel area. The family then moved to Hoffman Estates, Illinois. He graduated from Palatine High School, and Jerry farmed, managed a horse farm and was a self-employed landscaper there. He moved to Missouri to be near his eldest son as his health declined.

He is survived by three children: a daughter, Jody Kidd, of Linden, Tennessee; and two sons, Jeff Schweigert, of Marble Hill, and Steve Schweigert, of Las Vegas, Nevada; two brothers, Ronald Schweigert, of Sturgeon Bay, and Roger Schweigert, of Round Lake, Illinois; a sister, Barb Johnson, of Aurora, Colorado; and six grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held later in the year in Wisconsin at the ancestral family farm.

Hutchings Funeral Chapel in Marble Hill, Missouri, is handling arrangements.

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Myra R. Vomastic, 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, at her home in Shawano.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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Mae Cecelia “Betty Ann” Kinney-Chevalier, 85, of Keshena, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015, at her home surrounded by her family.

A funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2015, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. Visitation will be held at St. Michael’s Parish Hall in Keshena from 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, until the procession leaves for the church on Monday.

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

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Annette Mary Jantz passed peacefully into heaven on Feb. 18, 2015, due to complications from an undiagnosed illness.

Born on June 9, 1944, in Antigo to the late Adolph and Joy (Richardson) Jantz, Annette lived her latter years in the hometown that she dearly loved, White Lake, among her lifetime of friends that she counted as family.

Annette was dedicated to serving others her whole life, first and foremost as loving mother to her two sons, Mark (Priscilla) and Christopher (Leah) Heistad, and more recently as grandmother to Savannah, Macie, Margaret “Greta,” Isaac and Alison, all of whom survive Annette. She is also survived by her brother, Richard Jantz; her maternal aunt, Barbara Roberts; her nephews, Richard Jr. and Robert Jantz; as well as many beloved cousins.

In service to her community, Annette was an active member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church, where she was involved with the choir and music department. She was a volunteer for the White Lake Food Pantry, head of the planning committee for the annual White Lake Christmas Dinner, chairman for the fund raising committee for the village of White Lake, member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and member of the White Lake Historical Society. Annette organized a lending library that was enjoyed by many. She enjoyed cooking, baking, reading and sharing those activities with others.

Annette will perhaps be most remembered as a long-standing smiling face at the White Lake Market, where she was employed and where she took the time to be involved in the lives of every patron. As she loved and encouraged others unconditionally, Annette will be missed by many.

A memorial service will take place at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in White Lake at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 4, with Pastor Steve Vaudt officiating. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. at the church on April 4.

Strasser-Roller Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Friends may visit online at www.strasserrollerfh.com.

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Velda L. A. Olson, 90, of Embarrass, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, at Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah.

Velda was born on March 4, 1924, in the town of Pella, Shawano County, as the daughter of the late Paul and Adelia (Dordel) Gruetzmacher Sr. As a young child, Velda moved with her family to Embarrass, where she has resided ever since. She was united in marriage to Floyd “Mike” Olson on Dec. 4, 1942, in Embarrass.

During the 1960s, Velda worked at the Hanson Glove Factory in Clintonville for a number of years aside from raising their six children. She was a faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church in Embarrass, where she volunteered as a member of the Ladies Aid. Velda also served her community as a past treasurer for the Embarrass River Conservation Club, a member of the VFW Post 664 Women’s Auxiliary, assisted with various activities involving the Embarrass Fire Department, and also helped clean the village hall.

Mike preceded his wife in death on June 4, 1980. More recently, Velda moved to the Pinewood Apartments in Embarrass, where she enjoyed socializing with friends and neighbors. Some of her favorite pastimes were gardening, fishing, playing Bingo, and working on word search or jigsaw puzzles.

Survivors include her children and their families, Judy (Don) Fields, their son Robert (Sue) Fields and children Natalie and Kaitlyn, their daughter Lynne (Gregg) Krause and children Jacob and Kelly; Joanne (Gerald) Desens, their son Jeffrey (Lisa) Desens and children Brynn and Carsen, their son Jeffrey (Debra) Hietpas and children Jessica and Nick, their son Brian (Leah) Desens and children Jack, Sam and Emma; Jane (Ron) Jokipii, their daughter Christine (Al) Bolwerk, their son Kevin Jokipii and children Riley, Allyson and Ross; Jean (Ed) Brockman, their son Patrick Schoenheide; James Olson, daughter Wendy Degner and daughter Sherry Huntington and children Brice, Breanne, Brooke, Bronson and Brynne, daughter Kelly (Todd) Hoffman and children Hunter and Hilary; Janice Bleck, son Troy (Tracy) Bleck and children Dylan and Tony, daughter Erica (Mike) Magee, and son Eric M. (Megan) Bleck and children Eric H., Jordan and Jaden; her brother, Paul (Marie) Gruetzmacher Jr.; and numerous other relatives and friends.

Velda was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Mike; daughter-in-law, Pansy Olson; sisters, Duaine and June; and brothers; Vilas and Melvin.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church in Embarrass with the Rev. Todd Jerabek officiating. Inurnment will be at the Zion Lutheran Cemetery, also in Embarrass. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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

An online guest book for Velda can be found at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.

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Ward L. Stuebs, 80, of the town of Larrabee, passed away peacefully following a lingering illness on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at his residence surrounded by his family.

Ward Lyndle Stuebs was born March 28, 1934, to Henry and Rozina (Tegtmeyer) Stuebs in Gresham. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1953. Ward was united in marriage to DeAnn Lichtenberg on July 14, 1956, at St. Martin Lutheran Church, Clintonville. He was employed at the FWD for 42 years, working as a millwright maintaining their machinery.

He served as president of his Bow Hunters Club, and also belonged to Clintonville Truck City Riders Snowmobile Club, the FWD Foreman’s Club and his Pheasant Club. Ward was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved to spend his time outdoors. He enjoyed time with family and friends at Harbour Village Campground in Door County, and loved to spend time with all of his grandchildren. Ward loved meeting new people. Anyone who knew him knew that he was a talker, especially when the topics included hunting or his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 58 years, DeAnn; daughters, Julie Allen and Dr. John Butler, Wausau, Jody (Daniel) Huhnstock, Rhinelander; sons, James Sr. (Brenda) Stuebs, Clintonville, Jeffery (Jill) Stuebs, Almond; grandchildren, James Jr. (Heather) Stuebs, Jennifer Stuebs, Miranda Huhnstock, Jeremy Huhnstock (Sara Rinka), Jade, Jace, Jese and Jake Stuebs; great-grandchildren, Sky, Alieha, Taylor, Jordan, Marley, Draven and Gage; sister, Shirley Bell; half-sister, Gloria (Jerry) Bartlein; a stepbrother, Leon (Joyce) Hoffman; and stepsister, Margaret Young.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Larven; his grandsons, Benjamin Huhnstock and Robert Stuebs; and his stepsiblings, Loretta Hall and Lewis Hoffman.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015, at St. Martin Lutheran Church, Clintonville, with the Rev. Christian Burg officiating. Friends may call at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Inurnment will take place at St. Martin Lutheran Cemetery.

Ward’s family would like to thank Affinity Hospice Visiting Nurses and therapy, Dr. Christopher Peterson and Dr. Darryl Barton with Aspirus Cancer Center, Wausau, for their care. Also, to Heather Stuebs for all of her help.

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

An online guestbook is available at eberhardtstevenson.com.

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Clarence J. Priem, 96, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2015, at Maple Lane Health Care Center in Shawano.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service Inc. of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

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Paul Diers, 49, Birnamwood, died Saturday, Feb. 21, 2015, at his home.

He was born on Nov. 4, 1965, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Robert and Glarus (Tourtillotte) Diers.

Paul worked at North Central Health Care Center in Wausau for a number of years. He also worked as a bartender at numerous places, including Sunset Grill and Wisconsin House Inn in Shawano. Paul enjoyed fishing, reading, shooting pool and spending time with friends. He was also a sports enthusiast and enjoyed watching Saturday Night Live.

Survivors include his daughter, Maya Diers-Thomson; three sisters, Carol (Kevin) Spiegel, Belleville, Theresa (Harry Colcord) Diers, Wausau, and Delores (Kurt Buttke) Diers, Wausau; nieces and nephew, Alora and Charley Spiegel and Edie Buttke; special godchild, Alysse Corn, Keshena; and friend, Kim Thomson, De Pere. He is also survived by aunts, uncles and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by a special friend, Laurie Hightower.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Birnamwood, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memories and condolences may be shared at schmidtschulta.com.

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Dennis James Hodkiewicz Sr., Shawano, 64, passed away Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015. He was born Dec. 26, 1950, to the late John and Agnes Hodkiewicz.

Dennis attended school in the Pulaski area. On Oct. 5, 1974, he married Sharon Norton. In 2003, Dennis took Sharon on a second honeymoon to Poland and Germany. He loved the Green Bay Packers, tending to his garden, listening to polkas, watching the Molly B show, decorating his home for Christmas, and spending time with his grandchildren and his wife of 40 years. Dennis will be deeply missed by his family, friends and his dog, Bailey.

Dennis is survived by his loving wife, Sharon; their children, Dawn Washkuhn (Patrick), of Cecil, Dee Hodkiewicz, of Shawano, and Sondra (Guy) Guetschow, of Shawano; grandchildren, Dakota, Taylor, Griffin, Sophie, Emily, Samuel; two great-grandsons, Dante and Amias; siblings, Richard (Genny) Hodkiewicz, of Pulaski, Pat Wichlacz, of Pulaski, and Gerald (Diane) Hodkiewicz, of Fond du Lac; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Leonard Wichlacz.

Friends may call from 3-7 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, 2015, at Marnocha Funeral Home, Pulaski, with a 6 p.m. Rosary service by the Knights of Columbus Bishop Fox Council 2836, Shawano. The visitation continues after 10:30 a.m. Monday at Assumption B.V.M. Church, 119 E. Pulaski St., Pulaski. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Monday at the church, with the Rev. James Esser, O.F.M., presiding. Spring burial will take place in Assumption B.V.M. Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established.

More Information is available at marnochafuneralhome.com.

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Francis “Fran” J. Sagert, 52, of the town of Matteson, Waupaca County, entered eternal rest with his Lord on Sunday morning, Feb. 22, 2015, at Oakhaven in Shawano.

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

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Anton “Joe” Hinkens, 80, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, at Fox River Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Appleton.

Joe was born to the late Henry and Contessia (Erb) Hinkens on May 31, 1934. Joe went on to join the United States Air Force in 1954. He completed basic training at Lackland Air Force base in Texas before being transferred to California, where he was stationed until his honorable discharge in 1958. On June 30, 1962, Joe married Phyllis Lamine at Ishpeming, Michigan. On Aug. 17, 1977, they were united again at St. Joseph Church in Appleton.

Joe worked in the drywall business and together with Richard Gamroth owned and operated Fox River Dry Wall until retiring in 1996. In his free time, Joe enjoyed deer hunting, watching the Green Bay Packers as well as NASCAR racing, especially Jeff Gordon. He also enjoyed his many years living on Washington Lake.

Joe had a quick wit, a great sense of humor, and was well liked. He had a heart of gold and would give the shirt off his back. He would always stop what he was doing to visit with people or to give someone a helping hand.

Joe is survived by his wife of 52 years, Phyllis; two daughters, Linda (Bill) Meyer and Joliene (Mike) Meyer; a son, Christopher (Marilyn) Hinkens; six grandchildren, Jaclyn (fiance Zach) Chavlovich, Madison, Reese and Fletcher Meyer, Samuel and Lauren Hinkens; two sisters, Helen (Ralph) Maas and Delores Lindsey; two brothers, Cliff Hinkens and Glen (Sue) Hinkens; a sister-in-law, Lindy Hinkens; as well as many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Joe was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, John and Richard Hinkens, and one sister, MaryAnn Hermes.

A funeral Mass for Joe will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with the Rev. Luke Ferris officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from noon until the time of the service. Burial will be in Union Cemetery in Kaukauna in the spring.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Shawn Hermes for the countless hours spent visiting with his Uncle Joe.

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James Demmin, 69, of Shawano, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2015, at Appleton Medical Center.

James was born on Sept. 30, 1945, in Sturgeon Bay, the son of the late Reuben and Eunice (Vertz) Demmin. James was a graduate of Mishicot High School, Class of 1963. After graduation, he was employed by Manitowoc Engineering Cranes Division. He was also a volunteer firefighter for the town of Two Rivers from 1974-1980. James was united in marriage on July 1, 1989, to Beverly (Blanchard) Clark in Manitowoc. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and doing yard work with his John Deere. He especially loved dining out and traveling with his wife, Beverly.

James is survived by his wife, Beverly; one daughter, Jill (Gregg), Francis Creek; one stepdaughter, Michele (Wes) Carper, of Sedro Woolley, Washington; grandchildren, Sydney, Ryley and Megan Schetter, Courtney and Garrett Carlson; step-grandchildren, Shelby, Cody and Levi Carper; and one sister, Betty (Wolf) Kannegiesser, of Two Rivers.

He was preceded in death by one daughter, Kim Carlson, from Ashwaubenon, his parents and his special pet golden retriever, Jake.

A private family service will be held.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Terry F. Schultz, 72, of Shawano, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 19, 2015, at his home.

Terry was born to the late Frank and Agnes (Behling) Schultz on March 26, 1942. On April 11, 1964, Terry married Beverly Hangartner. He lived his entire life in Shawano and worked for Owen Door until his retirement. Terry was a member of St. James Lutheran Church, loved cats, gardening, woodworking and bird watching, but especially loved being with his grandchildren.

Terry is survived by his wife of 50 years, Beverly; their son, Paul T. (Shannon) Schultz, of Green Bay; three grandchildren, Gabriella, Thomas, and Asher; sisters-in-law and a special brother-in-law, Gene Hangartner; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one granddaughter, Leah, his parents and one brother, Arvin.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Ted Andrada officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, Feb. 23, 2015, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano from 4-7 p.m. and again on Tuesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Angel Allon Powell came into this world Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015, and left this world within one hour on Tuesday, embraced and held by his mother and father.

He is survived by his parents, Clifton and Sheila (Bublitz) Powell; big brother, Ashton Powell; grandparents, Lee Bublitz, Rebecca Mason, Robin Powell, Dale Powell and Lynn (Jeff) Placko; his great-grandparents; lots of aunts, uncles and cousin; and great-aunts and great-uncles.

Angel is in heaven with his great-grandpa, Percy Usher; uncle, Jesse Bublitz; cousin, Jamie Casper; and great-aunt and great-uncles Laura (Gordon) Mason and Jack Hovanec.

Family and friends may visit from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, at Ryan Funeral Home & Crematory, 305 N. 10th St., De Pere. A short service will follow at 2 p.m.

Angel’s family wishes to thank the Bellin Hospital maternity staff and Ryan Funeral Home for the care and compassion shown to them and to Angel.

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Wanda Sue Abler (Brennecke), 54, of Birnamwood, passed away at 11 p.m. Monday, Feb. 16, at UW Hospital in Madison, due to complications from a brain aneurysm . Wanda was born on Feb. 26, 1960, to Robert and Lorena Brennecke.

Wanda was a graduate of Antigo High School in 1979. On Feb. 17, 1979, she married Michael R. Abler.

Wanda as a child enjoyed hunting and fishing with her father . She also enjoyed gardening, playing cards, spending time with her family and friends and, of course, her dogs. She also loved spending time with her three daughters, whether traveling or shopping.

When Wanda wasn’t giving spa-like treatment to her clients at Shave and Bathe Pet Salon, she may have been trying to catch a plane to Colorado, Las Vegas, Sweden or Mexico, or was in a car seeing as much of the world as she could the last few years, whether it was to Canada fishing or her backyard overlooking the lake and woods — a passion rekindled with Karl Illichman. Another of her favorite places she also could be found was going on adventures to Rock Island with close family, or getting into some sort of trouble with her sister. When home, she enjoyed her dogs, bow hunting, and fishing, or enjoying a drink on the patio overlooking the lake.

She also loved spending as much time with her three daughters and six grandchildren, Devan, Alex, Vidalia, Cora, Temperance and Kaydence.

She believed that no matter how many times life knocked you down to get up and dust yourself off. As long as you have your family close, the rest can be put back together. She shared this with everyone Wanda touched. Wanda enjoyed helping others as much as she could. She believed we were the only ones who were going to make this world a better place, and it started with us.

Wanda is survived by her three daughters, Echo (Bryan) Nicolaus, of Shawano, Emily (Josh) Hurst, of Sterling, Colorado, and Pennie (Justin) Zwirschitz, of Mattoon; Johan Bjork, of Sweden; father, Robert Brennecke, of Mattoon; Karl Illchman, of Antigo; sisters Lori Harris, of Green Bay, Deb Ostrander, of Mattoon; brother, Steve Brennecke, of Mattoon; many nieces and nephews and friends.

Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Abler; mother, Lorena Brennecke; grandmother, Ruth Lucia; sister-in-law, Diane Abler; and nephew, Shad Brennecke.

A celebration of life will be held for Wanda at Melody Mill, Aniwa, on Sunday, Feb. 22 from 2-6 p.m.

The family would like to thank the UW hospital of Madison.

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Donald J. “Don” Gajewski, 87, of Shawano, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 15, 2015.

Don was born in Milwaukee on Oct. 28, 1927. As a young man he enjoyed living by Brady Street, where he first met his wife, Katie, at age 16. At age 17, Don enlisted into the United States Navy. Upon his return to Milwaukee, he was united in marriage to Kathryn Firkins on Sept. 11, 1948. He also began his nearly 40-year career at the Allen Bradley Company.

During his free time, Don enjoyed baking, yard work, reading World War II books, and listening to big band music. In their retirement, Don and Katie split their time living between Florida and Shawano. Every summer, they would share countless meals with their grandchildren, Rob, Ryan and Jaime.

Don was especially fond of spending time with his great-grandson, Charlie, and the family dog, Maggie. Most of all, he will be missed by his beloved wife, Katie, with whom he spent over 70 years. They rarely spent a night apart and were fortunate to celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary last month surrounded by friends and family.

Don is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Firkins) Gajewski, of Shawano; his son, Robert “Bob” (Nancy) Gajewski, of Rhinelander; two grandsons, Rob (Jaime) Gajewski, of Shawano, and Ryan Gajewski, of Madison; as well as a great-grandson, Charlie.

A small family memorial service was held at Birch Hill on Feb. 17, 2015.

The Gajewski family would like to thank Father Luke from Sacred Heart for his kindness as well as the entire staff at Birch Hill for their care and concern.

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Donald J. “Don” Gajewski, 87, of Shawano, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Feb. 15, 2015.

Don is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Firkins) Gajewski, of Shawano; his son, Robert “Bob” (Nancy) Gajewski, of Rhinelander; two grandsons, Rob (Jaime) Gajewski, of Shawano, and Ryan Gajewski, of Madison; as well as a great-grandson, Charlie.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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Loretta M. Salzman, 85, of Tigerton, passed away Friday, Feb. 13, 2015, at Homme Home of Wittenberg.

Loretta Mabel Salzman was born on Aug. 21, 1929, in the town of Morris, Shawano County, to Louis and Elizabeth (Jolin) Salzman. She attended school and was raised in the Tigerton area.

Loretta was an excellent speller, and she was a gifted artist who liked to draw people. She had an extraordinary memory for relative’s birthdates. Reading magazines was a favorite pastime as well. Watching TV game shows or listening to classic country western music, like Gene Autry or Johnny Cash, were other interests of Loretta’s. Going on bus trips to see the sites around Wisconsin and visiting her sister, Baeda, in Shawano regularly was something that she always loved.

Survivors include a sister, Baeda Ashenbrenner, of Shawano, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, many other relatives and friends.

Loretta was preceded in death by her parents; five sisters, Leora as an infant, Ruth Milanowski, Myrtle Menge, Ethel Ashenbrenner and Florence Redman; and four brothers, Merlin, Marvin, Clarence and Floyd Salzman.

Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Tigerton. The Rev. Patrick Lloyd officiated. Burial will be in the spring at Union Cemetery, Tigerton. Friends called on Monday from 5-7 p.m. at the Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Anthony’s Catholic Church.

Our family wishes to thank all the nurses and staff at Homme Home for the wonderful care they provided to Loretta. We also want to especially thank her friend and caregiver, Sharon Dedolph, of Tigerton, for all the years of care and support given to allow Loretta to remain in her home.

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