03 September 2021

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Nancy Jo Vogt

Nancy Jo Vogt


Nancy Jo Vogt was born on the 5th of September 1961, and died the 15th of June 2021 of cardiac arrest.   She was married to Dale Vogt, who preceded her in death the prior year.   She has three children, Samantha (Thomas) Peek (34), Danielle Udelhofen (30), and Jerome Vogt (27).She also left behind six grandchildren, Annamarie, Phoebe, Judah, Noah, Elijah, and Henry, as well as a brother, Joe (Karen) Udelhofen, and their children Sydney, Alyssa, and Joey.   Her parents, Francis and Bernadette Udelhofen also preceded her in death.

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01 September 2021

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Jeanne Irma Albrecht Young

Jeanne Irma Albrecht Young


Jeanne Irma Albrecht Young gently passed from life on Saturday, Aug. 21, 2021, just shy of her 97th birthday. Until 2020, she was able to live in her home with the help of wonderful aides and friends, Tammy Olig and Laura Miley. During this past year, she had special care from the nurses, CNAs and other staff of Crossroads Care Center of Mayville. We thank them all; they were wonderful.Jeanne was born in Milwaukee, attended and was Student Council President at Washington High School, and later graduated from Milwaukee Downer College. She stayed in contact with many of the “Downer Girls” for years and was the last of her gang to pass on.Jeanne met her husband, Bob, in high school. Their first date was on graduation night in 1942. While she attended Downer, he attended Marquette University and graduated with a degree in electrical engineering and a NROTC commission, afterward serving in WWII and the Korean War. They married in 1946 and moved to Horicon in 1953, where they raised their children. They later moved to the Albrecht family homestead in Mayville, where she remained for the rest of her life. They were married for 65 years until Bob’s passing in 2011.Although she majored in sociology and psychology, Jeanne spent her working years (until age 83!) as Secretary/Treasurer of BYCO, Inc. She and Bob ran the commercial flooring company for 53 years and then passed it on to their grandson Andres who advanced it from slide rules and calculators to computers.Jeanne in her earlier years enjoyed golfing at Old Hickory, golfing trips, bowling and especially playing bridge with so many Horicon and Mayville partners and friends throughout the years.She was active in many civic organizations.During her later years, she enjoyed watching Jeopardy, Dancing with the Stars, and Downton Abbey.While always the lady, Jeanne was a very independent, strong woman. After Lawrence University acquired Downer College, she served on their Boards and helped raise donations from Downer alumni for scholarships.In the face of declining health, she continued to have a positive spirit and continued to remind the family of the importance of “putting one foot in front of the other,' always looking forward to “what tomorrow brings”.Bob and Jeanne had three children, Tim (Judy), Babbi and Becki (Al); and five grandchildren, Jill Vollbrecht, Katie Harrell, Daniel Lezama, Andres Lezama and Marty (Cristina) Lezama. Then came six great-grandchildren, Robby son of Andres and Lindsey, James and Ellie Jeanne children of Danny and Rona, Bo and Hank sons of Katie and Phil, and Anna, Lizzy and Zack, children of Jill and Tim.Jeanne was involved with the Mayville Historical Society and Museum, her great-grandparents, the Albrechts and Andraes, having been early settlers in Mayville during the mid-1800s. Any memorials could be addressed to the Mayville Historical Society or the American Association of University Women (Beaver Dam Chapter).A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11, at the Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home, 15 S. Walnut St, Mayville. Gathering will begin at 1 p.m., followed by the memorial service at 2 p.m. and then egg rolls.Due to health and safety concerns, the family requests that all in-person guests be fully vaccinated and masked. Non-vaccinated individuals wishing to share memories and/or condolences are encouraged to do so on-line via the Myrhum-Patten Guest Book.Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Jeanne’s arrangements. Online guest book and condolences may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com. Cards addressed to the family may be sent to 1315 W. Washington St. West Bend, WI 53095.

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Gary E. Gindt

Gary E. Gindt


Gary E. Gindt, 66, of Brownsville passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.   Gary was born the son of Ralph and Alice (Bauer) Gindt on March 21, 1955.   He was a 1973 graduate of Mayville High School.   Gary was united in marriage to Cynthia ‘Cindy’ Will on September 1, 1990, at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in LeRoy.   Gary farmed in the Brownsville area and, also alongside his wife Cindy, owned and operated Cinder’s Tavern in Farmersville for over 18 years.   Gary was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church.   In his spare time, Gary loved watching sports and cheering on his Wisconsin team.  He also enjoyed the outdoors, while fishing at Fox Lake or having a bon fire with family and friends. Gary loved people and the chance to socialize with them.   Gary is survived by his wife, Cindy Gindt of Brownsville; his sister, Shirley (Mike) Mangan of Lomira; sister-in-law, Sharon Gindt of Mayville; his mother-in-law, Ruth Will of North Fond du Lac; sister-in-law, Darlene "Dolly" (Mike) Billington of Mayville; brother-in-law, Jim (Cathy) Will of Van Dyne; brother-in-law, Jeffrey (Renee) Will of Fond du Lac; brother-in-law, Michael (Linda) Will of North Fond du Lac; brother-in-law, Darwin (Jodi) Will of Fond du Lac; and sister-in-law, Evelina Larson of Lomira; his nieces and nephews, Dawn (Mike), Lee (Darlene), Kris (Steve), Duane, Bryan (Laurie), Jodi (Pat), Bridget, Steven (Melissa), Lacey (Justin), Lindsey (Cole), Alex, Amy (Dan), Mike Jr. (Ashley), Bobbi Jo (Brian), Nick (Jenny), Nathan, Steve (Laura Lee), Stan, Scott (Brianne); his two best friends, Mike Billington and Steve Bauer; further survived by other relatives and many friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brothers, Roger, Harley, Kenneth and his sister-in-law, Bev Abitz.   A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Thursday, Sept. 2, at 4 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. at the church. Inurnment will take place at St. Andrew Cemetery. Masks are encouraged.   Special thanks to the nurses and staff at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac for the care and support shown to Gary and his family.   Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

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Keith ‘Keitzie’ Lerch

Keith ‘Keitzie’ Lerch


 Keith “Keitzie” Lerch, 80, of Brownsville passed away peacefully on Friday, Aug. 27, 2021.   He was born on November 20, 1940, to Kenneth and Gladys (Bishop) Lerch in Fond du Lac.   Keith graduated from Oakfield High School in 1959.   Right after high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps and honorably served from June 15, 1959, until June 14, 1962, stationed at Camp Pendleton in California.    On September 2, 1967, he was united in marriage to Carolyn Schwartz at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Lomira.   Keith worked for many different trucking companies, always keeping busy. He started as a backhoe operator for Michel’s Pipeline, then drove truck for Bird Trucking, JP Weyer Trucking, RC Luedtke Trucking, Pete Buske Trucking, and then worked at Wickes Lumber until retirement.   After retirement, he worked at Van Horn to keep himself busy.    Keith was a member of the Lomira American Legion.   He enjoyed watching sports, racing, polka music, and sports gambling. Keith especially enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and his grandson. He will be missed by all who knew him.   Those Keith leaves behind to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 54 years, Carolyn Lerch; two children, Angie (Troy) Christie and Jeffrey (Kensie Drinkwine) Lerch; his grandson, Chace Christie; two sisters, Joan (Larry) Pluim and Bonnie Lerch; two brothers, James “Jimmy” Lerch and Rick “Ricky” (Marjean) Lerch; two sisters-in-law, Carol (Ken) Kremer and Elaine (Paul) Schwefel; three brothers-in-law, Gary (Patti) Schwartz, Donny “PeeWee” (Joyce) Schwartz, and Larry Kind; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.   In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Leslie and Eleanora Schwartz; a sister-in-law, Helen Kind; and a nephew, Scott Pluim.   A memorial service in remembrance of Keith will be held on Friday, Sept. 3, at 5 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 605 Highland Ave., Brownsville.   The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Friday from 2 p.m. until 4:45 p.m.   The family would like to thank the first responders, the EMT of Brownsville, the nurses and staff at St. Agnes Hospital, Pastor William Carter, and their neighbor Randy Haefs for all their help and care.   The Myrhum – Patten Funeral and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Keith’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Frieda D. Sternberg

Frieda D. Sternberg


Frieda D. Sternberg, 95, of Mayville passed away on Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021, at Hope Health and Rehab Center in Lomira.   Frieda was born the daughter of Emil and Selma (Koepsell) Raabe on May 30, 1926, in the Township of Williamstown.   She was married to Norman W. Sternberg on June 5, 1948, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville.   Frieda was employed with Reiser Cheese Factory and retired from Broan in Hartford.    Frieda was a member of St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Kekoskee and a former member of Zum Kripplein Christi Ev. Lutheran Church in the Town of Herman.   She volunteered for Bethesda in Horicon. Frienda enjoyed spending time at the Mayville Senior Center as well as gardening, cooking and baking, and playing cards.   Frieda is survived by her children, Duane (Jacky Fisher) Sternberg of Minocqua and Bonnie (Alfred) Nagorny of Friendship; her siblings, Florence Raabe of Lomira, John Raabe of Mayville, and Rosalynn Brieman of Juneau; three grandchildren, Thomas (Alicia) Nagorny, Alan (Katie) Nagorny, and Jeremy Nagorny; six great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.   She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman, in 1995; daughter, Ruth Ann; a grandson; and a great-grandson, Alexander; sister, Gertrude Raabe; sister-in-law, Doris Sternberg; brothers-in-law, Walter Sternberg and Carl Brieman.   A visitation was held at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Kekoskee on Wednesday, Sept. 1, from 11 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12 p.m. Rev. William Carter officiated. Interment took place at Hochheim Cemetery in the Town of Herman.   Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

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Linda Louise Schmidt

Linda Louise Schmidt


 Linda Louise Schmidt (Rose), 73, of New Ulm, MN, was peace­fully called to her heav­enly home with her hus­band, Rev. John Schmidt by her side, on Sat­ur­day, Aug. 28, 2021, at the Sleepy Eye Care Cen­ter.    Linda was raised in Lomira, where she was con­firmed at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church and grad­u­ated from Lomira High School.   While at­tend­ing high school she met John, and they were mar­ried June 12, 1971.   Dur­ing her hus­band’s min­istry, they lived in Canada, Col­orado, Wis­con­sin and even­tu­ally moved to New Ulm, MN. While work­ing at the Hall­mark store in New Ulm, Linda en­joyed her cowork­ers and cus­tomers until she re­tired in 2012.   Linda qui­etly served her Sav­ior as a Sun­day School teacher and Lutheran Girl Pi­o­neer Leader. She vol­un­teered at the Mar­tin Luther Col­lege food bank and at Oak Hills Liv­ing Cen­ter. While liv­ing in Col­orado, she and her hus­band opened their home for wor­ship ser­vices and she often proof read his ser­mons and de­vo­tions.    Linda en­joyed read­ing, walk­ing, hav­ing an af­ter­noon tea and vis­it­ing chil­dren and grand­chil­dren. She served as an ex­cel­lent role model for her fam­ily and friends, and for stu­dents prepar­ing for min­istry.   Linda is sur­vived by her hus­band, John Schmidt of New Ulm; her chil­dren, Jef­frey (Jenny) Schmidt of Flush­ing, MI, Jason (Shan­non) Schmidt of Tuc­son, AZ, Jody (Ben­jamin) Schar­rer of Hem­lock, MI, and Jill (Grant Bacich) Em­bacher of St. Peter, MN; her broth­ers, Mor­ris Rose, Jacque (Mary) Rose and sis­ter-in-law Janet Rose; her brother-in-law, Jer­ald (Chris­tine) Schmidt; sis­ters-in-law, Joan (Karl) Rusch, Jane (Tom) Thomas, Julie (Michael) Sukowatey, Jacque­line (Philip) Luedtke; her grand­chil­dren, Heidi, Ryan, Justin, Josiah, Samuel, Katie, Molly, Kai­lyn, Evan and Han­nah; and many nieces and nephews.   She was pre­ceded in death by her par­ents, Ervin and Vera Rose; brother, Arlen Rose; sis­ter-in-law, Bar­bara Rose; and her fa­ther-in-law and mother-in-law, Harold and Vera Schmidt.   Vis­i­ta­tion will be from 4 to 7 pm on Sat­ur­day, Sept. 4, at the Min­nesota Val­ley Fu­neral Home-North Chapel in New Ulm. The vis­i­ta­tion will con­tinue from 12:30 to 2 p.m. on Sun­day at the Chapel of the Christ on the MLC cam­pus.   Fu­neral ser­vice will be 2 p.m. on Sun­day, Sept. 5, at the Chapel of the Christ on the cam­pus of Mar­tin Luther Col­lege with Rev. Jef­frey Bovee of St. John’s Evan­gel­i­cal Lutheran Church of­fi­ci­at­ing.    Bur­ial will take place at 10 a.m. on Mon­day, Sept. 6, at the St. Paul’s Lutheran Ceme­tery in New Ulm.   Spe­cial thanks to the staff at Sleepy Eye Care Cen­ter and Al­lina Health Hos­pice.   In lieu of flow­ers, do­na­tions may be given in Linda’s name to Mar­tin Luther Col­lege Stu­dent Aid.   To leave an on­line con­do­lence for her fam­ily, or to sign the guest­book, go to: mvfh.​org
13 May 2021

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Kathleen F. Albrecht

Kathleen F. Albrecht


Kathleen F. Albrecht, 70, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at Agrace Hospice in Fitchburg. Kathleen Faye was born the daughter of Helmuth and Elena (Walters) Qualmann on September 15, 1950 in Beaver Dam. She was baptized December 30, 1950 at St. John’s Lutheran Church (Browns Corner) in rural Horicon. She was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Madison in 1964. She was a 1968 graduate of Marshall High School. Kathleen was united in marriage to Larry Albrecht on July 9, 1967 and later divorced. Kathleen worked for the State of Wisconsin in various capacities. She was receptionist in the Governor’s office for Gov. Tommy Thompson and then retired as a program assistant in Health & In her spare time Kathleen enjoyed spending time with her family and making crafts and greeting cards. She also loved to travel and took numerous trips to Europe to visit relatives in France. One of the trips she took with her brother, Gene was to see the invasion site at Normandy Beach where her dad landed and fought in WWII. Kathleen was an active member of Living Waters Church in Sun Prairie. She loved Jesus and even took online correspondence courses with a Hebrew instructor from Israel, so she could learn the Hebrew language in order to better understand the Bible. Kathleen is survived by her grandchildren- Dakota and Kaiya Albrecht. Her brothers- Wayne (Crystal) Qualmann and Gene (Susan) Qualmann. Her sister in law Toni Qualmann. Former daughter in law-Tammy (George) Abdon. Former Sister in law- Virginia Qualmann. Nieces: Amy (Brian Daly) Qualmann; Carrie (Eric) Pettey; Shonda (Dwayne) Nedd; Nephews: Justin Qualmann; Jeremy Qualmann and many cousins and other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Larry Albrecht, son Laurence, infant sister Laurie Qualmann, and brother Robert Qualmann. A private family funeral service for Kathleen will take place on Saturday, May 15 at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville with Pastor Isaac Fleming officiating. A public visitation will be held on Saturday, May 15 from 10 a.m. until noon at the Koepsell Funeral Home. Interment will take place at St. John Cemetery (Browns Corner) in Horicon. Memorials may be directed to Living Waters Church in Sun Prairie. Special thanks to the staff at Agrace Hospice for the care and support shown to Kathleen and her family. Kathleen's funeral service will be live-streamed on the Koepsell Funeral Home Facebook page at noon on Saturday, May 15 - http://facebook.com/KoepsellFuneralHomes/ Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

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Mary Musack

Mary Musack


   Mary M. Musack, 79, of Mayville passed away on Friday, May 7, 2021, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.   Mary was born on December 29, 1941, the daughter of Joseph and Leona (Schon) Kessler in Hubbell, Michigan.   On August 18, 1962, she was married to Gary Van Norman in Fond du Lac, he passed away in 1980. She was married to William Musack on April 9, 1988 in North Fond du Lac.   Mary had been employed in food service for Nazareth Heights in Fond du Lac. Together with her husband, Bill they owned and operated an Over the Road Trucking Firm.   She was a member of St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Theresa, and the Theresa American Legion Auxiliary Post #270.   Mary enjoyed bingo, cards, visiting, polka music and spending time with family.   She is survived by her husband William Musack; children, Darryl (Shari) Van Norman of Theresa, Lynan (David) Wiese of Mayville, Lisa (Paul) Kleinmaus of Rosendale; step-children, Connie (Marlin) Kuehl of North Fond du Lac, Stan Musack of Fond du Lac, Laurie Reinhart of Oshkosh, Nancy Barrett of Arkansas, Nannette Lem of Virginia, Tammy (Loren) Sorheim of Theresa Station, Selma (John) Borson of Crystal Lake, Illinois; sister Helen (Joe) Ostdiek of Lincoln, Nebraska; 35 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, also other relatives and friends.   She was preceded in death by her parents; first husband, Gary in 1980; her sister, Ann Kunz; three step-children, Penny, Vicky, and Ken.   Memorial donations in Mary’s name may be made to St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Theresa Legion Auxiliary Post #270 or the American Heart Association.  A visitation for Mary was held on Wednesday, May 12, from 11 until 1 p.m. at St. Peter’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Theresa.   A funeral began at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Jon A. Learman officiating. Interment followed at Estabrooks Cemetery in Fond du Lac.   The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

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Marie Adele Walther

Marie Adele Walther


Marie Adele Walter, 85, of Mayville passed away on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac following complications after surgery. A funeral service for Marie will be held on Sunday, May 2, at 2 p.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church (River Church), Theresa with the Rev. Douglas Zahner officiating. A visitation will take place at 12 to 2 p.m. at the church on Sunday. Burial will be held at Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Marie, who went by Adele was born the daughter of Marinius and Valborg Nelson on July 9, 1935 in Elroy, Wisconsin. She was a 1953 graduate of Elroy High School. Adele was united in marriage to Willard Walter on February 5, 1955 in Mauston, Wisconsin. Adele was well known in the area as the Avon Lady. She also drove bus for Johnson Bus Service and helped her husband Willie on the family farm in the early years and with his fertilizer business for the past 46 years. In her spare time Adele enjoyed travel and she loved multiple trips to Branson with Willie and his brother and sister-in-law, Bud and Bev and later with her own family, as well as, visiting relatives in California and Arizona. Adele also loved dancing. She met her husband Willie at a dance and from that moment on they never quit. They went to every single dance that they could. They danced together for 66 years. They loved the polka and the waltz and were always the last to leave a dance and anyone that watched them were amazed at how connected they were. They knew each other so well. Adele also had a great sense of humor and loved to giggle. Willie would make her laugh with lots of Norwegian jokes. Her greatest joy was taking care of the ones she loved… her family and friends. She was a faithful member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church (River Church) in Theresa. Her sweet smile, twinkly eyes and tender heart will be deeply missed. She would want us to now help Kerry and Willie in whatever ways we can. Adele is survived by her husband of 66 years- Willard of Fond du Lac. Her children- Gerald (Adena) Walter of Fond du Lac, Sherry (Mark) Boushele-Walter of Neenah, and Kerry Walter of Neenah. Her grandchildren- Angela (Daniel) Roberts of Fond du Lac, Bailey Boushele-Walter of Neenah, Abbigayle Boushele-Walter of Minnesota, Brayden Boushele-Walter of Neenah, and Beau Boushele-Walter of Neenah. Her great grandchildren- Claire Adele and Cassel Roberts. Her God Children- Gary Williams, Janette Martin, Ann Matuszak, and Sonja Nelson. Special ‘Sister’ friends- Jeanette Williams of Germantown and Marie Findlay of Hebron. Further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Oliver Nelson. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com