14 January 2021

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Nancy Fern Schoebel

Nancy Fern Schoebel


Visitation:  Sunday, Jan. 17, from 2 to 3:45 p.m.  Service:  Sunday, Jan. 17, at 4 p.m.  Location:  Shimon Funeral Home in Hartford Nancy Fern (Kress) Schoebel, 76, of Hustisford, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. Nancy was born January 8, 1945, in Hartford, to Fern B. (Werner) and George J. Kress. She was united in marriage to John “Jack” T. Schoebel on May 14, 1966, at St. Kilian Catholic Church in Hartford. Nancy enjoyed reading, puzzles, girl’s outings and trips with her daughters and granddaughter, card luncheons and gambling with friends, and most of all time spent with her family. Nancy is survived by her loving children, Kim (Craig) Hahn of Germantown, Kelly Schoebel of Theresa, and Kerri (Philip)Frey of Johnson Creek, and extended family Kris Watry of Horicon; cherished grandchildren, Stephen, Collin, Lauren Hahn, and Josie Frey; siblings, Karen Madell of Hartford, Kaye (Harold) Schladweiler of Kewaskum; and sisters-in-law, Patricia Hoerth of Hartford, Mary (Bob) Aufdermauer of Allenton, and Sue Kress of Tomahawk. She is further survived by loved nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 51 years, Jack; loving son, Kurt R. Schoebel; parents; parents-in-law, Marie (Beine) and Ralph Schoebel; brother, George Kress; and brothers-in-law, Eugene Hoerth, Richard Madell, and David Ziegelbauer. Family will greeted relatives and friends on Sunday, Jan. 17, from 2 to 3:45 p.m. at the Shimon Funeral Home (824 Union Street Hartford, WI 53027). Funeral Services for Nancy followed at 4 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Heart Association, the American Cancer Society, the Wisconsin Humane Society, or to a charity of your choice in Nancy’s name are sincerely appreciated. The Shimon Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and tributes may be shared at: www.shimonfuneralhome.com
13 January 2021

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Wayne D. Lindert

Wayne D. Lindert


Wayne D. Lindert, 79, of Horicon, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2021, at the Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam. Wayne was born the son of Otto and Lena (Luebke) Lindert on August 18, 1941. Wayne was a 1959 graduate of Horicon High School. He farmed alongside his family for many years and then was a custodian until retirement at Hustisford High School. Wayne was a lifetime member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville faithfully serving as a past elder and usher. In his spare time, Wayne enjoyed being outdoors and taking care of his lawn and also enjoyed baking. Wayne will he fondly remember as a hard worker who often put others before himself. Wayne is survived by his nieces, Judy (Robert) Rassman and Sherry (Peter) Gebauer, both of Horicon; further survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lucille Lindert, Ethel Getzman, Helen Hackbarth, and Verona Knueppel; and his brother, Marvin Lindert. A private family funeral for Wayne will be held at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville with a burial to follow at St. John Cemetery in Mayville. Memorials may be directed to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville and can be sent to Koepsell Funeral Home, 301 N. Walnut St., Mayville, WI 53050. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

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Warren H. Eilbes

Warren H. Eilbes


Visitation:  Saturday, Jan. 23, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.   Service: Saturday, Jan. 23, at 12 p.m.  Location: St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy Warren H. Eilbes, 56, of LeRoy passed away on Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021. Warren was born the son of Edward and Mary Ann (Tomala) Eilbes on May 13, 1964, in Waupun. Warren was a 1982 graduate of Mayville High School. He had worked for over 20 years at Maysteel in Allenton. Warren was currently employed at Metalcraft in Mayville. Warren’s faith in God was important to him and he was a faithful member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy In his spare time, Warren loved to garden and cook. He also loved taking dance classes. Warren was a natural caretaker for others as well, especially for his mother after she had suffered a stroke. Warren will be fondly remembered for his kind heart, his humor, and his willingness to put others before himself. Warren is survived by his siblings, Jackie (Mark) Kahlhamer of Mayville, Fran (Peggy) Eilbes of Mayville, and Craig (Mary Beth) Eilbes of LeRoy.; his nieces and nephews, Robyn (Josh Kaiser) Huizenga, Aaron (Meagen) Kahlhamer, Laura (Michael) Watkins, Amanda (partner David) Eilbes, and Katelyn Eilbes; his niece and goddaughter, Melissa (partner Sawyer) Eilbes; his nephew and godson, Jonathan (partner Heather) Eilbes. He is futher survived by other relatives and friends He was preceded in death by his parents. A visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy on Saturday, Jan. 23. Burial will take place at St. Andrew Cemetery in LeRoy. A memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 12 (noon) at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy with the Rev. Tom Biersack presiding. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

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Cheryl Ann Alexander

Cheryl Ann Alexander


Visitation:  Friday, Jan. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Bradley Funeral Home and Saturday, Jan. 16, from 10 to a.m. at St. Matthew Lutheran church in Iron RidgeService:  Saturday, Jan. 16, at 11 a.m. Burial:  St. Matthew Cemetery in Iron Ridge on Sunday, Jan. 17, at 12:30 p.m. Cheryl Ann Alexander, 63, of Antigo, died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born on July 14, 1957, in Hartford, a daughter of Clarence and Virginia (Musack) Wendorff. She married Rick Alexander, Sr. on March 30, 1991, at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Iron Ridge. Cheryl was raised in Iron Ridge and settled in Antigo. She was a certified nursing assistant. She was a member of Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Church in Antigo, where she was an organist and sang in the choir. Cheryl enjoyed fishing, camping, ceramics and crossword puzzles. She loved spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Rick; five children, Shelly Powers (Dirk Carlson) of Baraboo, Steven Alexander of New London, Ricky (Amanda) Alexander Jr. of Minot, ND, Tonya Alexander of Antigo and Ryan (Sydney) Alexander of Surrey, ND; five grandchildren, Bentley Carlson, Emily Alexander, Rowen and Luca Alexander, and Ryder Alexander; her mother, Virginia Wendorff; six brothers, Clarence Wendorff, Jr., Don (Carolyn) Wendorff, Gary (Marion) Wendorff, Gene (Kathi) Wendorff, Terry (Laura) Wendorff, Scott (Jaclyn) Wendorff; two sisters, Lynn (David) Riese and Robin (Jeffery) Carter; two brothers-in-law, Brian (Ann) Tunak, Gary (Susan) Alexander; three sisters-in-law, Michelle Wendorff, Carmel Wendorff and Sandy Alexander. She was preceded in death by her father, Clarence; four brothers, Chester, Charles, Greg and Brian; a sister, Heidi Tunak; sisters-in-law, Pat Wendorff, Kit Wendorff and Darlene Wendorff; and brother-in-law, Wayne Alexander. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 15, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home and Saturday at the church from 10 to 11 a.m. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 16, at 11 a.m. at Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. Michael Spaude officiating. Burial will take place in St. Matthew Lutheran Cemetery in Iron Ridge on Sunday, Jan. 17, at 12:30 p.m. Memorials in Cheryl's name may be directed to Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Church, 1412 Neva Road, Antigo, WI 54409. A special thank you to the staffs of Langlade and Wausau Aspirus Hospitals, especially Dr. Bret Styley, for the care they provided to Cheryl.
08 January 2021

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Mary Lou Oechsner

Mary Lou Oechsner


Mary Lou Oechsner, 91, joined our Lord and Savior on January 4, 2021 at her home. Mary Lou was born on March 19, 1929, in Beaver Dam, to John and Agnes (Thiede) Weber. She attended St. Pete’s Catholic School, where she was baptized, confirmed and later married. She graduated from Beaver Dam High School with the class of 1946. During her senior year of high school, she worked part-time at the 5 and Dime Store. After graduation, she worked full-time at Phoenix Hosery in Beaver Dam until marriage. On April 23, 1949, she married Francis Oechsner at St. Pete’s Catholic Church in Beaver Dam. They settled and made Horicon their home. She was a receptionist, secretary and book-keeper for many of the businesses that she and Francis started throughout the years. She was also a full-time mother of nine children. And to some of their friends, she was known as “MOO”. Mary Lou was a faithful member of Sacred Heart Parish, Horicon. She was a woman of strong Christian faith. She lived a full life with family and church being the center of it. She was the most sweet, loving and caring mother, grandmother and great-grandmother (Mimi). Her world revolved happily around them all. She enjoyed traveling, crossword puzzles, playing solitaire, casino trips, gardening, watching the Packer games on TV (attended the Ice Bowl) and watching the kids sporting/school events. But most of all, her true love was spending time with her family. Christmas was her favorite holiday and her entire family will always cherish the memories “Grandma, Grandma, Grandma” Mary Lou is survived by her nine children, Cisco (Sallie) Oechsner of Burnett, Mike (Sherry) Oechsner of Waupun, Shirley Stanul of Mauston, Pete (Susan) Oechsner of Horicon, Dan (Susan) Oechsner of Waupun, Sharon (Wayne Martin) Oechsner of Horicon, Sheila (Donald) Davidson of Horicon, Shelley Cundy of Horicon and Barry Oechsner of Horicon; her 23 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren; brother and sisters, John Weber, Ted Weber, Barb Schwarze and Aggie Frederiksen; brothers and sisters-in-law; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mary Lou was preceded in death by her loving husband; her parents; granddaughters, Michele Boyland and Amber Oechsner; brothers and sisters, Jim Weber, Paul Weber, Al Weber and Elaine Schultz; brothers- and sisters-in-law. Due to current health restrictions, a private family Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon with the Rev. Justin Lopina presiding. Burial to follow at St. Malachy Cemetery in Horicon. Memorials may be made in Mary Lou’s name to Sacred Heart Parish Mary Lou’s family would like to give sincere thanks to Hillside Hospice for the exceptional care given to our mother. Also, the Doctors and Nurses at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. Everyone referred to her as “The Sweet Lady” “I am the resurrection and the life; whoever believes in me, even if he dies, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die” John 11:25-26 Koepsell Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com
06 January 2021

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✝ Craig A. Batzler Craig A. Batzler, 60, of Lomira was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at his home. He was born on May 19, 1960, to Hillary and Joy (Riffel) Batzler in West Bend. Craig worked for Mayville Engineering for 25 years until he retired in 2019. On March 19, 2010, he was united in marriage to Tabetha Schneider in Lomira and were together for 25

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✝ Margaret Pauline Feucht Margaret Pauline Feucht, 94, of LeRoy passed away on December 30, 2020, at Hope Senior Living in Lomira. She was born on July 24, 1926, the daughter of George and Agnes (Bauer) Feucht in LeRoy, the youngest of seven children. Margaret moved to Pomona, CA in the mid 50s. She worked as an optometric assistant for Drs. Jack and James Worden. In 1974, she was

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✝ Arlan A. Machmueller Arlan A. Machmueller, 90, of Iron Ridge passed away on Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at his home. He was born on Feb 13, 1930 to Otto and Elenora (Griepentrog) Machmueller. Arlan lived in Iron Ridge and Mayville area his whole life. On June 9, 1951, he was united in marriage to Priscilla Enderle at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville. He worked on his father’s

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✝ Margaret A. O’Brien Margaret A. O’Brien, 92, formerly of Mayville, passed away on December 29, 2020, at Hope Health and Rehabilitation Center in Lomira, due to complications after Covid-19. Marge was born Margaret A. Bath on November 17, 1928, in Mayville, to Paul and Caroline (Hefter) Bath (deceased.) On November 17, 1949, she was united in marriage to Bias C. O’Brien at St.

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✝ Lorraine Frieda (Brandt) Pluedeman Lorraine Frieda (Brandt) Pluedeman, 85 years, formerly of Kekoskee, died peacefully on December 28, 2020, at Woodlands Senior Park. Lorraine was born the daughter of Herbert and Eleanor (Kuells) Brandt in the Town of Cedarburg on August 10, 1935. On September 29, 1956, she was united in marriage with Russell L. Pluedeman at Zion Lutheran Church