Doyle A. Bartsch, 65, of Mayville passed on January 17, 2021, at Aurora Medical Center Summit in Oconomowoc. Doyle was born the son of Otto and Alice (Margelofsky) Bartsch on June 8, 1955. Doyle was a 1973 graduate of Mayville High School. He served his country honorably in the US Navy from 1973 until 1975. Doyle was united in marriage to Nancy Kollmansberger on August 2, 1975 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mayville. He had worked at Metalcraft of Mayville at the West Bend location until his passing. In his spare time, Doyle loved the outdoors especially camping, fly-fishing, tying flies, kayaking, making wood, and brewing beer. Doyle enjoyed canning tomatoes and making salsa in the fall with his children. In the spring he would take his sons and grandchildren to look for morel mushrooms and, in the summer, they would plan a fly-fishing trip to the Brule River. Family was important to Doyle and he cherished the time spent with them, especially his grandchildren. Doyle was a member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Knowles and served his church family in many capacities. He also served his community as a Mayville EMT for 8 years and also as a member of the Mayville Fire Department for 10 years. He was always there to lend a hand. Doyle is survived by his wife of 45 years, Nancy of Mayville; his children, Jeremiah (Monique) Bartsch of Iron Ridge, Benjamin Bartsch of Beaver Dam, and Joshua (Melissa) Bartsch of Burnett; his grandchildren, Kaden Bartsch, Kiah Bartsch, Kallan Bartsch, Kendyl Bartsch, Kasyddie Stewart, Chance (Breanna Brock) Hartwig, Jordan Hartwig, Aydan Hartwig, Olivia Bartsch, and Emily Bartsch; great-grandsons, Jayden and Bryar; his siblings, Rod (Dolores) Bartsch of Monterey, CA, twin brother, Daryl (Dawn) Bartsch of Oakfield, and Terry (Ellen) Bartsch of Port Richey, FL; his aunt, Patty Bertel and his uncle and aunt, Chester (June) Margelofsky; further survived by other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, Lon Bartsch. A memorial service in memory of Doyle will be held at a later date at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Knowles with the Rev. Matthew Kuske officiating. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

Visitation:  Saturday, Jan. 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Service:  Saturday, Jan. 23, at 1 p.m.  Location:  Sacred Heart Church in Fond du Lac Darlene M. Bauer, 78, of Lomira, affectionately known as “Mitzi” by family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, at her residence. She was born on November 21, 1942, in New Holstein, the daughter of William and Rose (Koehler) Hanke. She graduated from Lomira High School in 1961. On September 28, 1963, Darlene married Dennis Bauer at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lomira. He preceded her in death on September 9, 2011. Darlene was a loving and devoted wife caring for him throughout his courageous battle with Leukemia. Darlene worked at Kondex Corporation, Cole Oil and Propane, and for the last twenty years for her son Shane at Bauer Physical Therapy in Fond du Lac. She loved her work because of the many friendships she developed over the years and it allowed her to be with and help people every day. She enjoyed reading and loved sewing. Darlene was everyone’s seamstress. Darlene enjoyed family gatherings, rarely missing an opportunity to spend time with loved ones. Darlene was a regular attendee at her grandchildren’s sporting events and enjoyed cheering on her grandchildren, as well as, getting to know her grandchildren’s teammates and families. She was a selfless caring woman who was always there for others in time of need. Everyone that knew Darlene described her as wonderful, sweet, loving and kind. Truly an angel among us. Her radiant smile and bright personality will be missed by all that knew her. Survivors include her children, Jamie (John) Schmitz of Waukesha, Shane (Krista) Bauer of Rosendale; five grandchildren, Callie Schmitz of Wauwatosa, Eric (Morgan Cecchettini) Schmitz of Phoenix, AZ, Samuel Bauer of Madison, Gwyneth Bauer of Rosendale, Matthew Bauer of Rosendale; her siblings, Wanda Schuh of Kiel, Sylvia Petrie of Mt. Calvary, Eugene Hanke of Brownsville, Eunice Scheberl of Fond du Lac, Rosemary Washick of Fond du Lac, Roseanna Palkovich of Fond du Lac, Angeline (Howard) Scheberl of Lomira, Lloyd Hanke of Lomira, David Hanke of Fox Lake; her sisters-in-law, Arlien Bauer of LeRoy, Stella Bauer of LeRoy, Patty Sternat of Lomira, Marion Ruddy of Green Bay; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Rose Hanke; her husband, Dennis Bauer; one daughter, Shelly Ann; one sister, Violet Hanke; one brother, Merlin Hanke; her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Herman and Sabina Bauer; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Eugene Schuh, Delmar Petrie, Bernice Hanke, John Botsford, Raymond Palkovich, Arthur Washick, Donna Hanke, Gordon Ruddy, Richard and Lorraine Bauer, Arnold Sternat, Willard Bauer, and Eugene Bauer; one special great nephew, Giovanni “Tito” Garza. Visitation took place on Saturday, Jan. 23, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 200 S. Peters Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935. A Mass of Christian Burial followed the visitation at the church at 1 p.m. Burial followed at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Lomira. Due to Emergency Order #1 under Executive Order #82, masks are required while in attendance. Additional information and guestbook can be found at ueckerwitt.com

Donnalee Grady, 81, of Hubbard passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021 at her home. Donnalee was born the daughter of William and Laura (Timms) Monk on April 27, 1939. She was a graduate of Riverdale High School. She had worked as bookkeeper for her husband and helped in managing their hotels. until her retirement. She was united in marriage to Richard W. Grady on March 29, 1964, in Chicago. In her spare time, Donnalee enjoyed sewing, painting, puzzles, and reading. She also loved gardening, ceramics, and playing cards, especially with her friends in Florida. Donnalee is survived by her husband, Richard of Hubbard; her daughters, Dawn Grady and Deborah Grady; her step-daughters, Tammy Grady and Shelly (Robert) Masters; her grandson, Casey (Crystal) Godush; her great-grandchildren, Lilley and Colsen Godush; further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, James Monk. A memorial gathering will take place at a later date. Special thanks to Aurora Metro Milwaukee Hospice for the care and support shown to Donnalee and her family. Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Visitation:  Saturday, Jan. 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.  Service:  Saturday, Jan. 30, at 1 p.m.  Location:  Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon Donald W. Kaiser, 86, of Horicon, died Monday, Jan. 18, 2021, at University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison. Donald was born on October 5, 1934, in Appleton, to Walter and Helen (Dessort) Kaiser. He grew up in Pardeeville and later moved to Mayville with his family. He met Barbara Ulbricht from Horicon and they were united in marriage on June 11, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon. Don worked as a heavy equipment operator throughout his life and he was a member of the Operating Engineers Union Local #139. He loved to hunt, especially in Colorado where he shot an elk, and in Clark County where he deer hunted. Don loved to snowmobile and was one of the founding members of the Horicon Marsh Snowmobile Club. He progressed to the county level where he served as president and was awarded the first Snowmobiler of the Year award. He went on to serve at the state level where he was a director for six years. Don and Barb traveled in their motor home for several years. They purchased a winter home in Fort Myers, FL, and were snowbirds for 21 years. Together they went on a month-long trip to Germany and also traveled to Austria, Switzerland and France. Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Barbara Kaiser; their three children, Steven Kaiser, Faye (Ken) Dahlke and Joel (Grace) Kaiser; eight grandchildren, Kelly Werner, Amy Kaiser, Michelle Kaiser, Bobbie Schmitt, Dan Checolinski, Nick Checolinski, Jesse Kaiser, and Kevin Kaiser; eight great-grandchildren; his brother and sister, Wayne Kaiser and Sharon Kanas, both of Mayville; other relatives and friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Kurt Kaiser; his sisters, Carol Rhode who also died on January 18, 2021, and Charlotte Ruenzel; two daughters-in-law, Kristine Kaiser and Karen Kaiser. There will be a memorial gathering for Don at Zion Lutheran Church in Horicon on Saturday, Jan. 30, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. A memorial service will follow at church on Saturday beginning at 1 p.m. with Rev. Daniel Votja officiating. Due to Covid-19, please wear a mask, observe social distancing, and refrain from direct contact with the family. The family would like to thank Hillside Hospice for their wonderful care, especially Denice, Melissa Smith, Sarah, Katie, and Melissa, and also Ronda Wild, his night helper. We will miss you all! The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon is caring for the family. To leave online condolences, or for directions and other information, please visit our website at www. KoepsellFH.com.

Erna Agnes Bahr, 93, of Mayville, formerly of Cecil, passed away on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. Erna was born on February 23, 1927, to the late Alex and Olga (Dobberphul) Benter in Dodge County. On December 3, 1977, Erna was united in marriage to David Robert Bahr in the Town of Washington. David preceded her in death on May 11, 2017. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in the Town of Washington. Erna will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Erna is survived by her children, David (Debbie) Miller, Steven (Michelle) Bahr, and Karen Bahr; a daughter-in-law, Carol Miller; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one brother, Louis (Hazel) Benter. She is further survived by numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, David; one son, Robert; and her parents, Alex and Olga Benter. Private graveside services will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery. The family would like to give a special thanks to the Crossroads Care Center and the hospice staff for their care of Erna.

Allen A. Christian, 73, of rural Mayville, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, in the palliative care center at the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in Madison following a short period of illness with cancer. Allen was born the son of Arnold and Marilyn (Wendegatz) Christian on December 5, 1947. On June 13, 1970, he married Gloria (Krahn), at Emmanuel Ev. Lutheran Church, in the Township of Herman. Allen was a lifetime member of Immanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in the Township of Theresa, faithfully serving on many committees, chairs, as past elder and currently served on the school board and sang bass in the choir. He was a 1965 graduate of Mayville High School. He had worked over 30 years at Broan Mfg., Hartford, in the IT department. Allen served his country in the Army (1968-1969 Vietnam) and was a member of the American Legion Post 270, Theresa. He was an active member of the Lions Club of Theresa and currently served as secretary. Allen enjoyed many years of playing the bass in polka bands in the local area, the Milwaukee area and beyond, and all the lasting friendships that were created. He also enjoyed motorcycling, being outdoors in his woods and on his land. Allen is survived by his wife, Gloria; his daughter, Melissa (Jesse) Decker of Dodgeville and his son, Dustin (Lizzy Schneidler) Christian of Milwaukee; grandchildren, Mason and Megan Decker; mother, Marilyn Christian of Hartford; sisters, Nancy (Bill) Connell of Oconomowoc, Norene (Al) Gonring of Lomira, Marjean (Rick) Lerch of Theresa, Marsha (Dan) Roskopf of Mayville, and Annette (Bob) Foshey of Hartland; sister-in-law, Joyce Moldenhauer of Hartford and brother-in-law, Jerry (Pam) Krahn of Nashville, TN. He is further survived by nieces, nephew, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Arnold; his brother, Loren; parents-in-law, ‘Sparky’ and LaVerne Krahn; and brother-in-law, Richard Moldenhauer. A private family funeral service was held on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at Immanuel Lutheran Church (River Church) Town of Theresa with Rev. Douglas Zahner officiating. Burial took place at the Immanuel Lutheran Church and military honors were conducted by the Theresa American Legion Post #270. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Visitation:  Thursday, Jan. 21, from 3 to 5:40 p.m.  Service:  6 p.m.  Location:  St. John Catholic Church in Rubicon Donald J. “Elmer’ Buchmann, 83, of Rubicon, found eternal peace on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2021, at the Aurora Hospital in Hartford. Donald was born July 2, 1937, in Rubicon to Albert and Vera (Schmidt) Buchmann. He was united in marriage to Lucille K. Breuer on August 24, 1963. He served our country in the United States National Guard and was a member of the American Legion Post #19. Donald was a life-long farmer and retired after 12 years of service as the Rubicon Rural Carrier. He was also a longtime member of St. John Catholic Church in Rubicon. Donald enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing. Donald is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Lucille; loving children, Michele (Ronald) Pollasch, Richard Buchmann, Curt (Lisa) Buchmann, Jessica (Bill) Knaus, and daughter-in-law, Ginger Buchmann; cherished grandchildren, Aaron and Kassidy Pollasch, Briana and Ashley Buchmann, Jackson, Owen, and Gavin Knaus, and Nolan Buchmann; dear sister, Loretta Lackas. He is further survived by many other loved nieces, nephews, sisters/brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Anthony and Elizabeth Breuer; son, Douglas J. Buchmann Mass of Christian Burial for Donald will be held Thursday, Jan. 21, at 6 p.m. at St. John Catholic Church, (1170 Rome Road, Rubicon, WI 53078), with Father Britto Suresh officiating. Donald’s family will greet relatives and friends on Thursday at the church from 3 to 5:40 p.m., concluding with a Eulogy at 5:45 p.m. Private inurnment in St. John’s Catholic Church Cemetery, Rubicon. Contributions in memory of Donald are appreciated to the American Cancer Society. The Shimon Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences and tributes may be shared at: www.shimonfuneralhome.com.

Betty J. (Leichtle) Steger, 92, a resident of Fond du Lac Lutheran Home, passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 15, 2021. She was born in 1928 to Adolph and Angeline German in Fond du Lac. Betty graduated from Mayville High School. She was united in marriage to Vernon Lau on April 24, 1948. Vernon passed away. On November 28, 1964, she then married Clarence Steger and celebrated 50 years until he passed in 2015. Betty was a telephone operator in Theresa and then worked for Maysteel as a telephone operator/receptionist for many years. Together Betty and Clarence owned and operated “Clarence and Betty’s Tavern” in Theresa. She enjoyed going Sturgeon Spearing and bullhead fishing on the Rock River. She loved playing sheepshead, bingo, and enjoyed her trips to Oneida Casino. She enjoyed time with her family and will be missed by all who knew her. Betty had many health challenges in her lifetime, but through her deep faith, strong will and determination, she always found a way to move forward. Those Betty leaves behind to cherish her memory include her two children, D. Michael “Ching” (Jean) Lau of Theresa, and Connie (Dave) Kusek of Fond du Lac; three grandchildren, Beth (Jackson Hanft) Kusek, Mary Rose (Michael) Rohman and Michael Lau; a great-grandson, Henry David “Huck” Hanft; a brother, Tom (Shirley) Leichtle; a sister, Annamae (Frank) Marrese; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Pattee Lau; a granddaughter, Leah Lau; a brother, Paul (Millie) Leichtle; a sister, Marie (Lester) Beck; four sisters-in-law, Betty (Carl) Bandle, Lorinda (Vilas) Adelmeyer, Bernice (Harvey) Lindert, and Norma (Bob) Walther; five brothers-in-law, Merle (Anita) Steger and Lawrence (Lucille) Steger, Jr., Harvey (Nora) Lau, Ruben (Tannie) Lau, and Palmer (Eleanor) Lau. A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held for Betty. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorials to the Theresa Legion Post #270 in Betty’s name would be appreciated. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Fond du Lac Lutheran Home and Marquardt Hospice for all their help and care. Please consider signing our online guest book (www.myrhum-patten.com) to share your condolences with the family. Cards addressed to the family may be sent in care of: Myrhum-Patten Funeral and Cremation Service, 1315 W. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095. Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Betty’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

Dennis Dean Bolstad, 62, of Horicon passed away on January 11, 2021, at the Aurora Medical Center in Burlington. Dennis was born the son of Elmer Bolstad, Jr. and Diane Kehl on May 17, 1958. He was a 1977 graduate of Horicon High School. He was employed at John Deere Company in Horicon until his retirement. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved listening to oldies music and taking rides on his Harley. He will be deeply missed by many. God saw he was getting tired, and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around him and whispered ‘come with me.’ God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best. Dennis is survived by his mother, Diane Schlegel of Horicon; his partner of 19 years, Bri Sisco of Horicon; his brother, Greg (Dianne) Bolstad of Wautoma; his sisters, Debbie (Todd) Wolter of Mayville and Sherry (Vic) Apfelbeck of Mayville; his nieces and nephews, Angela (Tim) Gorman, Amy (special friend Brady) Meimann, Tanya (Brent) Beine, Samantha Sisco, Courtney Wolter, Adam (Leah) Bolstad, Trever (Kendra) Apfelbeck, and Jeremy Wolter; his great-nieces and nephews, Keaton, Colin, Abby, Rylee, Mitch, Mason, and Seth; further survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Elmer and step-father, Donald Schlegel. A private family memorial service for Dennis will be held at St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon. Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit wwww.KoepsellFH.com