Shawano Area Obituaries

Merlyn “Bob” Carley, 86, Bowler, died on Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at his home.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 17, 2014, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Bowler. Visitation will be on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg, is assisting the family.

The family guestbook and condolences are available at schmidtschulta.com.

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Dorothy D. Koeller, 93, formerly of Shawano, passed away peacefully early Wednesday morning, May 14, 2014, at Lynn Health Care Center in Front Royal, Va.

Dorothy had lived in Virginia for the past two years.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced later.

Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

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Dorothy S. Timm-Ringel, 94, formerly of the town of Herman, Shawano County, passed away peacefully on Friday morning, May 9, 2014, at Evergreen Care Center in Shawano. Dorothy had been a resident at Evergreen for the past 16 days.

The former Dorothy Huebner was born on Nov. 1, 1919, in the town of Herman, a daughter of the late Albert and Elsa (Salzmann) Huebner. She attended country schools until the eighth grade and then went to work as a nanny. Dorothy was later employed at the Murdock Hotel in Shawano.

On May 21, 1941, she was united in marriage to Edward Timm at St. John’s Lutheran Church-Hermansfort. Following their marriage, the couple lived and farmed in the town of Herman. Mr. Timm preceded her in death on Dec. 20, 1980. Dorothy later married Russell Ringel on April 30, 1988, in Lampson. The couple stayed in the town of Herman after their marriage. Russell preceded her in death on Nov. 9, 2000.

Dorothy was a lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church-Hermansfort where she was baptized, confirmed and married. She worked as the church custodian for over 45 years, a job that she enjoyed immensely. She also enjoyed gardening, cutting her own large lawn until the age of 90, and baking chocolate chip cookies for her grandchildren and friends. She was also active in other church activities, including serving with the Ladies Aid, and singing in the choir.

Dorothy is survived by her children, Ron (Nancy) Timm, of Albert Lea, Minn., Gerald (Terrie) Timm, of Shawano, and Betty (David) Laatsch, of Tigerton; 12 grandchildren, Steve (Julie) Timm , John (Toni) Timm, Julie Timm, Kelly (Joe) Irwin, Allen (Cathy) Timm, Mike (Angie) Timm, Scott (Michelle) Timm, Doug (Amy) Laatsch, Phillip (Cheryl) Laatsch, Luke (Missy) Laatsch, Adam Laatsch and Jessica (Kevin) Resch; 23 great-grandchildren and another expected in August. Dorothy is also survived by five stepchildren and several stepgrandchildren. She is further survived by her sister, Mabel Nordwig, of Leopolis; a sister in-law, Marge Rindel; many nieces and nephews.

Dorothy was preceded in death by two sisters, Jean (Bob) Hertig and Alice (Eli) Schilling, and two brothers, Robert (Betty) Huebner and Ralph Huebner.

Funeral services for Dorothy will be held on Monday, May 12, at 11:30 a.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church-Hermansfort. Pastor Roland Golz and Vicar Steve Conradt will officiate. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials in the name of Dorothy Timm-Ringel for St. John’s Technology Fund.

Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

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

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Diane R. Kast, 72, of Shawano, passed away peacefully late Saturday evening, Dec. 28, 2013, at her home, following a lengthy illness.

Diane was born July 19, 1941, in Milwaukee, a daughter of the late Daniel G. and Ruth (Steffen) Meyer.

She attended school in Milwaukee. Following graduation from high school, she was employed at Marquette University as a secretary/receptionist at the dental school.

On Feb. 8, 1964, she was united in marriage to Michael Kast at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. The couple has lived in Shawano their entire married life.

Diane had been employed at the Kids Klub at the Shawano Presbyterian Church for several years, a job she truly loved. Diane had to stop working at the Kids Klub to care for her aging mother.

Diane is a member of St. James Lutheran Church of Shawano. She enjoyed snowmobiling, camping, water skiing and being outside with her family. She was especially fond of all of her grandchildren. Diane will truly be remembered as the ultimate caregiver.

Diane is survived by her loving husband of nearly 50 years, Mike Kast, of Shawano; one daughter, Kären (Chris) Hiser, of Caro, Mich.; three sons, James Kast, Jon Kast (special friend, Dawn) and J.D. (Mary) Kast, all of Shawano; 11 grandchildren and five great- grandchildren; one brother, John (Barbara) Meyer, of Cedarburg; two brothers in-law, Tim (Susan) Blott, of Kodiak, Alaska, and Dan (Jeanine) Blott, of Seattle, Wash. Diane is further survived by several nieces and nephews.

Graveside services for Diane Kast will be held on Saturday, May 17, at 10 a.m. at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Shawano. Pastor Roy Rinhard will officiate.

The family has requested that if you choose to memorialize Diane Kast, donations may be made in her name to St. James Lutheran Church Radio Broadcast.

Schroeder-Mickelson Funeral Service of Shawano is assisting the Kast family with the service arrangements.

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

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Thelma L. Goese, 82, of Shawano, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014. Thelma was born on Dec. 27, 1931, to Leonard and Verna Parsons in Polar. She became a child of God when she was baptized at home on Jan. 17, 1932. She was confirmed in her Christian faith on Aug. 19, 1943. Her life displayed her faith in her confirmation. Hebrews 13:5: “Be content with such things as ye have: for He hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.”

She married Dave on Oct. 24, 1953, and moved to Milwaukee to start their new life. She graduated from Luther Hospital in Eau Claire in July 1953 as a registered nurse. In 1976, they moved to Germantown, where Thelma worked as an extremely caring nurse, ending her career as the director of nursing at Bradley Convalescent Home in 1991. In 1969, the couple purchased land on Legend Lake in Keshena, constructed a cottage and built many wonderful memories with their children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren throughout the years. They moved to their cottage home in 1991, spending their summers on the lake and winters in their home in Florida. Thelma loved tending to her flower gardens at the lake. She took great pleasure living on a lake, sailing on their sailboat and enjoying multiple water-sports. In 2009, they sold their cottage home and purchased a condo in Shawano.

Thelma and Dave loved to golf and were members at Pine Hills Golf Course in Wisconsin and at Brookside Bluffs Golf Course in Zolfo Springs, Fla. They purchased a home in Florida in 1992 and had made many lifelong friends. She enjoyed canoeing rivers in Florida along with alligators. Thelma enjoyed playing cards, teaching ceramic classes in Milwaukee, knitting and sewing, and making beautiful porcelain dolls with her special friends in Florida. Her special hobby was to have lots of parties, playing practical jokes on people, and she passed this talent on to her children. You never knew what she would do next.

Thelma also enjoyed volunteer work at Divine Savior Lutheran Church, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid, and volunteered with the Shawano County hospice program. She participated in the evangelism program with Dave at their church in Florida. Many seminary students and student teachers lived with them throughout the years at their home in Germantown.

Thelma Lucille “Parsons” Goese, 82, died peacefully at the Cottages in Shawano on Thursday, May 8, 2014, surrounded by her family.

Thelma is survived by her husband, David Goese, of Shawano; daughters Lynne (Roger) Tews, of Cedarburg, Sue (Gary) Thoma, of Keshena, and Barb (Pastor Jud) Krohn, of Pickett. Her loving grandchildren include Michelle (Andy) Korolewski, Justin Tews, Michael Tews, Amanda Kriewaldt (Beau), David Glasheen, Paul Glasheen (Heidi), Elizabeth Glasheen, Olivia Thoma, Kelsey Thoma and Brandon Thoma, Haley Krohn and Braeden Krohn. She is also survived by her seven great- grandchildren, Cameron and Sawyer Korolewski, Elliot, Benjamin and Isabelle Kriewaldt, and Vivian and Warren Glasheen. Her sisters include Charlotte Holub, Lois Wendt and Emily Parsons. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, relatives and many special friends.

Thelma was preceded in death by her sister, Elva Brandt, twin brothers, her parents and brothers-in-law.

Memorial services for Thelma Lucille Goese will be held on Monday, May 12, 2014, at 11: a.m. at Divine Savior Lutheran Church of Shawano. Pastor Paul Kuehn will officiate. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

Memorials should be made to Divine Savior Lutheran Church Food Pantry.

The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice and the staff at the Cottages Memory Unit in Shawano for their compassion and special care that Thelma received during her short time there.

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William R. Andrzejewski, 72, of the town of Wescott, passed away Thursday, May 8, 2014, at his home. Born on Sept. 19, 1941, in Chicago, he was the son of the late Stanley and Mary (Zerebiny) Andrzejewski.

After graduating from high school, William enlisted with the United States Navy and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. On May 30, 1964. he was united in marriage to Patricia Kroczka. In 1978 the couple moved to the Shawano area, where William owned and operated Andrzejewski Heating and Air Conditioning. When not working, William enjoyed fishing, watching the eagles, going to the casino and using his ham radio. He also enjoyed vacationing in Hawaii and spending time with his family and beloved grandchildren. William was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano and the Shawano American Legion.

William is survived by his wife, Pat; a son, Robert Andrzejewski, of Shawano; two daughters, Christine (David) Dobbs, of Conover, Joanne (Joe) Neumeier, of Shawano; 10 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a sister, Geraldine (William) Barningham, of Georgia.

William was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers and sisters.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 13, 2014, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with the Rev. Luke Ferris officiating. Military rites will be conducted by the Shawano American Legion Post 117 at the church following the service. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Robert Neta, better known as Bob, Rob or Robbie, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison on Dec. 26, 2013, at age 68. He had recently moved from Chetek to Madison to be closer to his children and grandchildren. Bob had been dealing with chronic health issues for a number of years.

Bob was born on Aug. 18, 1945, in Kissimmee, Fla., to Elaine (Weissenborn) Neta and John W. Neta. He was the youngest of three boys. As a youngster, his family moved to Wisconsin to live on the South Branch of the Menominee Indian Reservation. His dad, John, started a logging business, and his mother, Elaine, was the county health nurse. Bob grew up learning all aspects of the logging industry with his two older brothers, Tom and Jim, who preceded him in death. Bob was always known to be a hard worker to all who knew him.

Bob loved sports and played football, basketball and competed in track at Shawano High School. He earned 10 varsity letters and graduated from SHS in 1964. Bob married his high school sweetheart, Wendy (Pascoe) Oppermann, on Nov. 21, 1964, and they were blessed with a son, Rob, and daughter, Robin. In 2010, Bob was honored when he was inducted into Shawano High School’s Hall of Fame in recognition of his athletic achievements. Bob is best remembered for attaining first-team All-Conference and All-State awards for both offense and defense while playing football. His most coveted award was being named Most Valuable Player three years in a row by his football teammates, and this record still stands.

Bob enjoyed driving a truck over-the-road throughout much of his working life and was proud of his impeccable driving record. His many other passions included his great love for the outdoors, hunting, his hunting dogs, logging, fishing, cooking, gardening and storytelling. He was a teacher, mentor and faithful friend to the many lives he touched over the years. Bob had an adventuresome spirit and loved spinning yarns and retelling his most vivid and heartfelt memories from living in Florida, Wisconsin, Illinois and Montana.

Bob has now joined his beloved dog and companion, Jiggs, who passed away in her old age a couple of months before Bob died.

Bob is survived by a son, Robert E. Neta Jr., and grandson, Zenon Neta, of Madison; and daughter, Robin (Greg) Voeller, and three grandchildren, Alexis, Braden and Davis Voeller, of Cedarburg; his family in Livingston, Mont., Jeanette Vigue, daughter, Kari (Clark) Kelly, and two granddaughters, Kami and Kaci Willson. He leaves behind his many friends, buddies and family who will miss him, his joking spirit and laughter, and most of all his great love of “God’s Country.”

On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 1 p.m., a graveside service will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano, followed by an outdoor celebration of Bob’s life.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting with the arrangements.

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Paul Steven Hudson, 43, of the town of Wescott, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2014. Born on July 10, 1971, in Kenosha, he was the son of Alice (Lambrecht) Hudson and the late Gordon Hudson.

Paul worked for a moving company for many years. When not at work, he enjoyed fishing, making bird houses and repairing small engines for his friends. He also enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Paul is survived by his mother, Alice Hudson; his wife, Michelle Reed; and six siblings, Don Hudson, Karen Fetzer, Cheryl Warren, Terry Sinnen, Gordon Hudson Jr. and Linda Hudson.

Paul was preceded in death by his father, Gordon Hudson, and a sister, Mary Freerking.

Private family services were held.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano assisted with the arrangements.

Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.swedbergfuneralhome.com.

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Joyce Ann Mimier, 76, of Shawano, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2014, in Shawano.

Private family services will be held.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting with the arrangements.

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Audrey L. Dickie, 56, of Shawano, died on Monday, May 5, 2014. Born on Jan. 24, 1958, in Shawano, she was the daughter of the late Ruben and Nora (Dick) Hayes.

Audrey was a member of the Assembly of God Church in Keshena. Audrey enjoyed riding in the woods, cutting firewood, sitting by the fire, singing, joking around and playing cards. She also enjoyed spending time with her family, especially grandchildren, as well as spoiling her grandchildren.

Audrey is survived by her three children, Macie Hayes, of Shawano, Richard (Maggie) Dickie Jr., of Keshena, Nora (Chris Factor) Hayes, of Oklahoma; special son, Gerald Teller Jr.; the father of her children, Richard Dickie Sr.; six grandchildren, Brett Hayes, Richard “Baby Bogue” Hayes Jr., Lorena Hayes, Ronald Dickie, Calista Factor, Dewayne “Fatman” Escalante; four siblings, Karen (Gary Murphy) Page, Lucy (Jim) Horton, Jerry Hayes and Carol (Alex) Menore; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents and four siblings, Everette Menore, Rose Weber, Bernard “Bunny” Menore and Janice “Scooter” Welch.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 8, 2014, at the Assembly of God Church in Keshena with the Rev. Brenda Johnson officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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David Orlan “Dusty” Pocan, 61, of Oconto County, passed away Monday, May 5, 2014, at his home. Born on March 8, 1953, in Shawano, he was the son of the late Orlan and Margie (Frank) Pocan.

After living the first few years of his life in the Gresham area, Dusty and his family moved to the Milwaukee area when he was about 7 years old. He later worked several jobs in the Milwaukee area, the most recent being the maintenance supervisor for Lutheran Manor. Dusty was two weeks away from retiring.

When not at work, he loved listening to country music and Elvis. He also enjoyed attending Summerfest in Milwaukee County and loved socializing with his many friends at Tomtor’s Bar in Milwaukee.

Dusty is survived by his daughter, Shana Nagel, and a brother, Rickey (Mary) Pocan, of Underhill.

Dusty was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Dan and Dale Pocan.

A gathering of family and friends will be held at a later date.

Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Sharon (nee Gardner) Reyna, 63, passed away Feb. 24, 2014. Sharon was born on the Stockbridge-Munsee Indian Reservation in Shawano County. She was the third child of five born to her late parents, Leona (Cuddy) Welch Gardner and Grady (Joe) Gardner Sr. Sharon passed away peacefully at the Seasons Hospice at West Lake Hospital in Chicago.

She grew up in Milwaukee where she met the love of her life, Roman Reyna Sr., and was united in marriage Aug. 9, 1969.

Sharon was adored by her children, Roman Jr. (Sandra) Reyna, of Chicago, Manuel (Belynda) Reyna, of Mercedes, Texas, and Raquel (Luis) Reyna Silva, of Weslaco, Texas. She was a cherished sister to Jo Ann (Jon) Schedler, of Gresham, David Gardner, of Redgranite, Richard Gardner, of Bowler, and Grady (Beth) Gardner Jr., of Franklin. Sharon was always a caring grandmother to Manuel Jr., Marc Anthony and Mia Lynn Reyna. Sharon is also survived by her Aunt Rosebud (Welch) Gospodarek and many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Sharon loved reading and communicating with family and friends on social media. She and Roman enjoyed traveling and visiting family in Texas, Chicago and on the reservation. Sharon was a proud member of the Mohican Nation Stockbridge-Munsee Indians.

On Saturday, May 10, 2014, at 11 a.m., there will be a graveside traditional Native ceremony at the Stockbridge Indian Burial Grounds located on Mo He Con Nuck Road, north of River Road.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano assisted the family with arrangements.

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Carolynn Burress, 76, of Tigerton, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2014.

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Doris F. Kroner, 95, of Shawano, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2014, at a local nursing home. Born on Jan. 23, 1919, in Seymour, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Irene (Burmeister) Lubinski.

On May 1, 1940, Doris was united in marriage to Norbert Kroner in Seymour. The couple made their home and raised their children in the Shawano area. From 1954-1970, the couple ran the family business, The Crystal Bar, just west of Shawano. Prior to 1954, they owned and operated the Basement Bar in Seymour. Doris was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano, where she was active with the Christian Mothers. She cherished the time she spent with her family and always enjoyed fishing with her husband.

Doris is survived by her five daughters, Meredith (Neil) Schroeder, of Glendale, Ariz., Kaye (Steve Henes) Klein, of Scottsdale, Ariz., Lois Anne Johnson, of Phoenix, Ariz., Rose Claire (John) Salzmann. of Mosinee, and Patty (Steve) Peebles, of Shawano; a son-in-law, Robert Grignon, of Green Bay; 10 grandchildren, Greg (Jane) Schroeder, of Arizona, Melany (David) Gordon, of Arizona, Jade Johnson, of Arizona, Michelle Grignon, of Arizona, Beau (Holly) Grignon, of Verona, Jennifer Salzmann, of Texas, Justin (Leah) Salzmann, of Kaukauna, Bridgett (Troy) Popp, of Gresham, Ross (Jenn) Peebles, of Green Bay, and Heidi (Nathan) Jackson, of Green Bay; 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Dorothy Sprangers, of De Pere; three sisters-in-law, Sally Lubinski, of Waupaca, Betty Ziesmer, of Appleton, and Agnes Hein, of Green Bay; and a special friend and care giver, Katie Jesse, of Shawano.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Norbert, on April 30, 2006; a son, Norbert J. “Bert” Kroner; two daughters, Terri (Patrick) Emerson and Mary Pat Grignon; her parents; a brother, Donald Lubinski; two sisters, Fran (Lloyd) Kalbes and Verna (Rudy) Rudolph; a brother-in-law, Myron Spranger; and a sister-in-law, Evelyn Kroner.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 10, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Luke Ferris officiating. Inurnment will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Shawano at a later date. Visitation will be held at the funeral home in Shawano on Saturday from 12:30 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 thank you to the staff at Manor Care and the nurses at Heartland Hospice for the wonderful care given to Doris.

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JoAnn Dorothy (Miller) Dobratz, 83, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2014. Born on Feb. 1, 1931, in Suring, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Sarah Alice (Dieck) Miller.

A graduate of Suring High School, she attended Milwaukee Business College. On Dec. 12, 1953, she was united in marriage to Roland Dobratz in Suring. They were blessed to be able to enjoy 60 years together, spending time watching their children and grandchildren grow, attending Packers games, and relaxing on Kelly Lake. JoAnn’s pride was celebrating the Fourth of July each year with friends on Kelly Lake. JoAnn’s most delightful blessing was the month of October 1997 when her granddaughters were born. They helped her enjoy her later years with laughter, love and companionship. She was a longtime member of Peace UCC and worked as a secretary for Franklin Middle School in Shawano.

JoAnn is survived by her best friend and true love, Roland; her children, Kris (Dave) Kunkel and Dan (Sheri) Dobratz, all of Stevens Point, and Heidi (Scott) Russell, of Bonduel; granddaughters, Morgan Sheridan Dobratz and Molly Anna Russell; and stepgrandson, Jacob (Nikki) Russell, of North Carolina. JoAnn is further survived by her sister, Claudine Telford, of Cecil; friend, Doris Belleque, of Vancouver, Wash.; sisters-in-law, Angie Dobratz ,of Green Bay, Althea Dobratz, of Plymouth, and Nancy (Glenn) Cummings, of Cloverleaf Lakes; as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Sarah Alice Miller; brother, Bert Miller; and sister, Mae Marie Miller. She was also preceded in death by in-laws, cousins and her special friend, Lucille Madsen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 12, 2014, at the Peace United Church of Christ in Shawano with the Rev. Marty Black officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Sunday from 4-7 p.m. and on Monday from 10 a.m.until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are being established for the Shawano County Humane Society and Navarino Wildlife Area.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Theda Clark in Neenah, Maple Lane Care Center and the Shawano Medical Center.

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Martha O. Nelson, 94, of Oshkosh and formerly of Shawano, died Thursday, May 1, 2014, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac. Born on March 12, 1920, the daughter of Fredrick and Agatha (Hildemann) Steinberg, Martha was employed as a garment inspector at Eagle Knitting Mill in Shawano before her retirement.

She was a former member of St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano and a current member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Oshkosh. Martha enjoyed time spent gardening, crocheting, cooking, and the making of quilts and slipper socks.

Survivors include a daughter, Constance Kowalske; two grandchildren, Kristina (Micah) Morrison and Stacy Kowalske; two great-grandchildren, Kayla and Ryan; a twin brother, Martin Steinberg; a stepson, John (Donna) Nelson; and other family members.

Preceding Martha in death were her first husband, Martin O. Kowalske, a son, Daniel O. Kowalske, and her second husband, James R. Nelson Sr.

Memorial services will be held at a later date.

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Janet Violet Milbauer, 92, of Marion, passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2014.

Janet was born in Appleton on Dec. 19, 1921, to her parents, Inez and Ed Hickinbotham. She graduated from Shawano High School in 1939. She was united in marriage to James Milbauer on April 5, 1942. World War II saw James serving in the Coast Guard, and Janet followed him, working in Racine, Buffalo, N.Y., and Oakland, Calif. After the war they returned to Marion, where James and his brother John joined their father in what was to become Marion Body Works. For many years, Janet was the head bookkeeper at both the Clintonville Community Hospital (1950 to 1964) and Marion Body Works (1946 to 1976). She was a member of St. John’s ELCA, the Ladies Aid, the American Legion Auxiliary of Marion, the VFW Ladies Auxiliary of Clintonville and St. John’s Chime Choir. She also devoted over 1,000 hours of volunteer time working with our veterans at King. Janet was also known for her love of music, animals, travel and her wonderful sense of humor.

Janet is survived by her son, Jerry Milbauer, and his wife, Donna, of Shawano. There are three grandchildren, Wendy (Robert Capion) Milbauer, of Freeport, Ill., Michelle Milbauer, of Shawano, and Michael Milbauer, of Chanhassen, Minn. She is further survived by many other relatives and friends.

Janet was preceded in death by her husband, James; one sister, Ethel (Clarence) Wundrow, of Appleton; one grandson, Eric Milbauer; and one great-grandson, Cody Laatsch.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 10, at 11 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 318 E. Garfield Ave., Marion. The Rev. Bradley Dokken will officiate, and burial will follow at Roseland Cemetery, Marion. Friends may call on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Marion, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be sent via www.beil-didier.com.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that memorials be given to House of Hope Ministries of Marion, the Shawano County Humane Society, Safe Haven Domestic Abuse Center of Shawano or the SAFPARC (Food Pantry) of Shawano.

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Floyd Peter Kristof, 91, of Shawano, formerly of Leopolis, passed away May 1, 2014, surrounded by his family at Kindred Hearts-Shawano. Born on May 14, 1922, in Leopolis, he was the son of the late James and Lena (Kadlez) Kristof.

After graduating from Marion High School in 1940, Floyd helped on the family farm in the town of Herman until marriage to his wife, Veronica Stezenski, whom he met at one of the many local dances. On June 15, 1946, they were united in marriage at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Leopolis. The couple moved to and farmed in the town of Seneca until their retirement in 1983. He taught his boys how to work hard, do things for themselves and take time for a few cold ones with friends at a local drinking establishment. He died knowing The Brei Brother Farms had turned the base farm he toiled over in the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s into one of the top producing farms in Shawano County today.

Upon retirement, the couple traveled the country on numerous bus tours and enjoyed finding a good card game or listening to a rousing polka. Floyd was a tremendous baseball player, manager and fan. He and his brother-in-law, Joe Stezenski, helped pitch Leopolis to a win in the inaugural 1946 BABA Grand Championship game against New London. He managed Leopolis BABA, Junior League and Little Leaguers for a number of years and made great friends from the Menominee Reservation to Waupaca County. Even as his health began to fail, he still wanted to sit in the car to watch Leopolis play ball while listening to his beloved Brewers on the radio. He rarely missed a Packers, Badgers, Brewers or Bucks game on TV or radio. Floyd and Alan (Swampy) Steinke introduced the Leopolis kids to the world of golf at Pine Hills in Gresham, where he played in the men’s and couples leagues for years, even mowing the fairways when they needed him.

Floyd served a number of years on the Marion School Board and a few terms as town of Seneca supervisor and town chairman, board member for the Gresham Co-op. Every November the “Soup Gang” would take to the hunt for an elusive buck leading them to Leopolis, Tilleda and Weasel Dam area taverns, feasting on their flavorful soups, while eating a sandwich Veronica made each morning. This was often followed by more than a few evenings when cows were milked late.

Floyd picked up his dad’s talent of making great sausage, such as farmer, blood, liver and venison sausage. He also tapped trees and cooked down hundreds of quarts of maple syrup. Floyd may have lost his vision to macular degeneration and strength to a slight stroke in his later years, but he had the best memory anyone could imagine. As president and member of the Leopolis Fish and Game Club, Floyd spent numerous hours tending bar at the fairgrounds, raising and planting pheasants, planting trout, hunting squirrel, deer and pheasant.

Floyd was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Leopolis, St. Mary’s Men’s Club, the Knights of Columbus, Parish Council, and helped out a number of years in gathering and decorating the Christmas trees, followed by a few libations at Mary Pevonka’s Bar.

Floyd is survived by his wife of 67 years, Veronica; three sons, Steve (Margie) Kristof, of Leopolis, Pete (Debbie) Kristof, of Cloverleaf Lakes, and Bob Kristof, of Leopolis; his daughter-in-law, Patricia Kristof, of Shawano; nine grandchildren, Tom Kristof Jr., Aimee Zeinert, David (Missy) Kristof, Karen (Jason) Dean, Jennifer (Jose) Marroig, Joseph (Crystal) Kristof, Jessica Kristof, Miranda Kristof, Adam Holcomb; 14 great-grandchildren, Andrew, Kasey, Kendra, Alex, Josh and Gabriel Kristof, Leah and Wyatt Dean, Sofia and Cristian Marroig, Dillion and Tiara Holcomb, Jadin and Kiana Soukhaphaly. Floyd is further survived by two sisters, Carol and Rita Kristof, and a sister-in-law, Gladys Stezenski, all of Shawano, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Floyd was preceded in death by a son, Tom Kristof; his parents; a brother, Allen, two sisters, Doris Neville and Betty Dieck; sisters-in-laws, Mariane Rambach, Anna Dillenberg and Frances Prohaska; brother-in-laws, Peter, Alvin, Eddie and Joseph Stezenski, George Dillenberg and Fredrick Prohaska; and special lifelong friends Melvin and Leona Paiser.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 5, 2014, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Leopolis with the Rev. Patrick Lloyd officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham on Sunday from 3-7 p.m. and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the procession leaves for the church at 10:30 a.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Sunday at 6:30 p.m.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

The family would like to extend great appreciation to all the staff at Kindred Hearts in Shawano, for the loving and generous care Floyd has received the last four years; also to Georgia and Lori with Heartland Hospice for their caring touch the last few days. Floyd and the family also appreciated the weekly visits by John Sazama and monthly Communion from Sacred Heart’s Father Evers and Father Luke.

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Robert Neta, better known as Bob, Rob or Robbie, passed away at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison on Dec. 26, 2013, at age 68. He had recently moved from Chetek to Madison to be closer to his children and grandchildren. Bob had been dealing with chronic health issues for a number of years.

Bob was born on Aug. 18, 1945, in Kissimmee, Fla., to Elaine (Weissenborn) Neta and John W. Neta. He was the youngest of three boys. As a youngster, his family moved to Wisconsin to live on the South Branch of the Menominee Indian Reservation. His dad, John, started a logging business, and his mother, Elaine, was the county health nurse. He grew up learning all aspects of the logging industry with his two older brothers, Tom and Jim, who preceded him in death. Bob was always known to be a hard worker to all who knew him.

Bob loved sports and played football, basketball and competed in track at Shawano High School. He earned 10 varsity letters and graduated from SHS in 1964. Bob married his high school sweetheart, Wendy (Pascoe) Oppermann, on Nov. 21, 1964, and they were blessed with a son, Rob, and daughter, Robin. In 2010, Bob was honored when he was inducted into Shawano High School’s Hall of Fame in recognition of his athletic achievements. Bob is best remembered for attaining first-team All-Conference and All-State awards for both offense and defense while playing football. His most coveted award was being named Most Valuable Player three years in a row by his football teammates, and this record still stands.

Bob enjoyed driving a truck over-the-road throughout much of his working life and was proud of his impeccable driving record. His many other passions included his great love for the outdoors, hunting, his hunting dogs, logging, fishing, cooking, gardening and storytelling. He was a teacher, mentor and faithful friend to the many lives he touched over the years. Bob had an adventuresome spirit and loved spinning yarns and retelling his most vivid and heartfelt memories from living in Florida, Wisconsin, Illinois and Montana.

Bob has now joined his beloved dog and companion, Jiggs, who passed away in his old age a couple of months before Bob died.

Bob is survived by a son, Robert E. Neta Jr., and grandson, Zenon Neta, of Madison; and daughter, Robin (Greg) Voeller, and three grandchildren, Alexis, Braden, and Davis Voeller, of Cedarburg. He also leaves behind his many friends, buddies and family who will miss him, his joking spirit and laughter, and most of all his great love of “God’s Country.”

On Saturday, May 10, 2014, a graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. at Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano, followed by an outdoor celebration of Bob’s life.

Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting with the arrangements.

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Ruth H. Krueger, 88, passed to eternal life Wednesday, April 30, 2014. Ruth was born in Shawano County on July 2, 1925, to the late John and Alma Krueger.

She was predeceased by her brothers, Leo and Elmer, and a sister, Alvera Krueger.

Ruth worked for many years at the Industries for the Blind and was very active with the Badger Association for the Blind.

She is survived by many other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held at St. Martin Church, W8302 Belle Plaine Road, Shawano, Monday, May 5, 2014, from 11 a.m. until time of funeral service at noon. Interment will be in Friendship Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Badger Association for the Blind or St. Martin Church are appreciated.

Bevsek-Verbick Funeral Home is serving the family.

For information, please call 414-546-4342, or see the obituary online at www.bvfh.net.

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