Melvin B. Thelen “The Boss”, 82, of rural Lomira was called home to be with the Lord on February 12, 2020 at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac surrounded by his loving family. Melvin was born on February 1, 1938 in the house on the family farm, to Michael and Bernardine (Weyer) Thelen. He was united in marriage to Gerda M. Kormann on February 12, 1966 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Lomira. Gerda passed away on May 3, 2012. Melvin worked on and later went on to own the family farm until his son took over in 1988. He continued to help almost every day until his passing. He was happiest when he was operating equipment, whether it was driving milk truck until he was 76 years old or spending thousands of hours behind the wheel of the combine. Melvin finished out the 2019 harvest the week prior to Christmas. His driving career began when he was 16 years old for Adrian Betz Trucking of Byron, followed by driving the family truck for Brownsville Canning Factory. Melvin later owned/operated Melvin Thelen Trucking, hauling milk. He finished his driving career hauling milk for Ron Meyer Trucking. Melvin loved fast cars, motorcycles and working in his shop for friends and neighbors. Melvin was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Lomira, the Lomira FFA Alumni and the Lomira Chamber of Commerce. Those Melvin leaves behind to cherish his memory include his two children, Christopher (Lona) Thelen of Town of Lomira and Marita (David) Eggers of Fond du Lac; three step-grandchildren, Cody (Maris) Schaefer of Brookfield, Cameron (Melanie) Schaefer of Menasha, and Ky Schaefer of Town of Lomira; step-great-grandson, Calvin Schaefer; brother-in-law, Eugene Klink of Lomira; sister-in-law, Mia Kormann of Germany. Melvin was also Opa to Lisa (Eric) Ferdinand (nee Koepsell) of Fond du Lac. He is further survived by special family friend, Kathy (the late Jim) Koepsell of Fond du Lac, as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends here and in Germany. In addition to his parents and his wife, Gerda, Melvin was preceded in death by his brother, Bernard Thelen; sister, Marion Klink; parents-in-law, Gerhard and Anna Kormann; brother-in-law, Wilhelm Kormann; sisters-in-law, Martha Kormann, Paula (Theo) Hamming, Louise (Willi) Grave, and Hildegard (Roman) Sterr. Melvin’s family greeted relatives and friends at the Myrhum Patten Miller Kietzer Funeral Home (350 Main St. – Lomira, WI 53048) on Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Visitation resumed on Monday, Feb. 17 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 10:00 am until the time of Mass. Mass of Christian Burial for Melvin was held at 11:00 am on Monday, Feb. 17, 2020 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church (699 Milwaukee St. – Lomira, WI 53048) with Father Nathaniel Miniatt officiating. Burial followed Mass at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Lomira. Melvin’s family extends their heartfelt appreciation to the staff at St. Agnes Hospital for the loving care they provided. Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Melvin’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

Visitation:  Saturday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Service:  Saturday, Feb. 22, at 12 p.m.  Location:  St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville Frank Douglas Johnson, Jr., 80, of Rhinelander, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 4, 2020, in Marshfield. Frank was born the son of Frank and Audrey (Hauck) Johnson on October 19, 1939, in Barton County. He was a 1958 graduate of Menomonee Falls High School. Following high school, Frank served his country in the Army Reserves. Frank was united in marriage to Luann Margelofsky on May 16, 1960, in Davenport, IA. He had retired after 35 years from AOSmith Corporation, where he had worked as a tool and die maker. After retirement Frank kept busy with a home repair business while he was living in Arizona and Arkansas. In his spare time, Frank enjoyed hunting for gold in the Superstition Mountains and fishing in Arkansas. Frank is survived by his sons, Frank D. (fiancé Connie Kuczmarski) Johnson, III of Rhinelander and Kent A. (Kim) Johnson of Plymouth; his siblings, David Johnson of Milwaukee, Mary (Doug) Krueger of Hartland, Don Johnson of West Bend, and John Johnson of Green Bay; his grandchildren, Meghan (Daniel) Isaacs, Amanda (Pedram) Neku, Jacob (Bethany) Johnson, and Emily (Luke) Van Der Puy; his five great-grandchildren, Diana, Elsie, Caleb, Elijah, and Ruby; his sisters-in-law, Diane (Jim) Qualmann of Horicon, Mary Ann (Dave) Roecker of Mayville, and Suzanne (Ray) Erickson of Horicon. Frank is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Luann. A visitation was held on Saturday, Feb. 22, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville. A memorial service for Frank was held on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 12 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville with the Rev. Sara Gillespie officiating. Military honors were conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Visitation:  Monday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Funeral: Monday, Feb. 17, at 12 p.m.  Location:  Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon James E. Raith Sr., 81, of Hustisford, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020, at his home. Jim was born the son of Joseph and Beatrice (Elliot) Raith on April 16, 1938, in Summit Lake. He was a graduate of Elcho High School. On January 30, 1959, Jim was united in marriage with Edith Gall in Germany. He was the owner of Rock River Home Improvement until his retirement in 2008. James was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Horicon. He was a veteran of the US Army and was a member of the Horicon American Legion Post #157. Jim was active in supporting his community; he was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #14478 and the Horicon Rotary and he enjoyed manning booths at the Dodge County Fair. Jim was an avid hunter and fisherman and also belonged to the Turkey Federation, Ducks Unlimited, Whitetails Unlimited, and the Swan Road Pheasant Club. He also never passed a casino he didn’t like. Jim is survived by his special friend, Debbie Stuart; his children, Jim (Glennie) Raith Jr. of Hustisford, Joe (Kathy Rossebo) Raith of Horicon, John (Julie) Raith of California, Jeannie (Pat) Campbell of Franklin, Jack “Buck” (Becky Steger) Raith of Hustisford, and Jennifer (Tom) Ruetten of Markesan; his brother-in-law, Peter (Uta) Weissmueller of Germany; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is further survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Edith. A visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at noon. A memorial mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, Feb. 17, at 12 p.m. at Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon with Rev. Justin Lopina presiding. Military Honors will be provided by the Horicon American Legion Post #157. A special thank you to Debbie Stuart, his special devoted friend, travel companion and thoughtful caregiver. Also the family would like to thank Jim’s dialysis crew and other medical professionals that cared for Jim throughout this long journey. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

Visitation:  Saturday, Feb. 22, from 9 to 10:30 a.m.  Service:  Saturday, Feb. 22, at 10:30 a.m.  Location:  St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy Shirley A. Breit, 83, of Lomira, formerly of Brownsville passed away on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020 at Hope Health and Rehabilitation in Lomira. Shirley was born the daughter of Louis and Ethel (Wiegert) Firari in Beaver Dam on July 22, 1936. She was united in marriage to Allen N. Breit on June 29, 1957 at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. Shirley was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church. She spent her life taking care of the one’s she loved, her family. Shirley was very creative and enjoyed crafts and gaming trips. She will be fondly remembered for always being there and always being willing to lend a hand. Shirley is survived by her children, Debbie (John) Lauber of Palmetto, FL, Karen (David ‘Peanut’) Adelmeyer of Palmetto, FL, and Greg Breit of Brownsville. Her grandchildren, Lisa Gilles, Nicole (Tim) Payton, Jordan (Hilen) Breit, and Mitchell (Kayla) Breit. Her great grandchildren, Andrew and Amelia Gilles. Her sister, Nancy (John) Dippong of Beaver Dam. Her brothers, Milton Firari of Beaver Dam, Louis (special friend Kathy) Firari, Jr. of Neceda, and Herbert (Deloris) Firari of Beaver Dam, She is further survived by other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Allen, sisters Joanne Breit and Dorothy Schwoch, and brothers Robert, Edward, and Ronald Firari. Visitation will take place from 9-10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22 at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. A continued celebration of Shirley’s life will take place at Dan’s Village Bowl in Brownsville following the Mass. Entombment will follow at Calvary Cemetery in Fond du Lac. Memorials in memory of Shirley may be directed to Agnesian Hospice. Special thanks to Hope Health and Rehabilitation and Agnesian Hospice Hope and her niece Linda and sister-in -law Mary Ann for all of the wonderful care and companionship over the years. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.Koepsell FH.com.

Visitation:  Thursday, Feb. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.  Service:  Thursday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m.  Location:  Koepsell Fuenral Home in Mayville Jerry C. Steger, 73, of Mayville, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020 at his home. Jerry was born the son of Jerome and LaVerna (Krueger) Steger on March 29, 1946, in Fond du Lac. He was united in marriage to Diane Moon on September 30, 1967, at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Mayville. Jerry had retired after 30 years as a welder for Maysteel. In his spare time, Jerry enjoyed being outdoors and especially tending to his garden, hunting, and fishing. He also liked going on gaming trips with his wife and family. Jerry is survived by his wife of 52 years, Diane of Mayville; his children, Connie Steger of Theresa, DuWayne (Melissa) Steger of Mayville, and Nathan (Courtney) Steger of Mayville; his grandchildren, Brett, Hunter, Cammie, Gavin, and Rylan; his siblings, Jerome (Marge) Steger of Iron Ridge, LuAnn Ripple of Mayville, Ronald (Kathleen) Steger of Mayville, Dennis (Catherine) Steger of Horicon, Donna (Glen) Baumann of Mayville, Judy Kaiser of Beaver Dam, Roger Steger of Fond du Lac, Darwin (Sheila) Steger of Mayville, Cindy (Wayne) Zastrow of Fond du Lac, Kevin (Debbie) Steger of Mayville, and Brenda (fiancé Kevin) Steger of Mayville. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Nicholas. A visitation will take place on Thursday, Feb. 13, from 11 a.m. until the time of the service at 2 p.m. at Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville. A funeral service for Jerry will take place on Thursday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. at the Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville with Rev. Marge Steger officiating. Burial will take place at Union Cemetery in Theresa. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

Marion A. Voss, 77, of Mayville passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020 at the Marshfield Medical Center Beaver Dam surrounded by her loving family. Marion was born the daughter of Harry and Agnes (Kranz) Teletzke on June 4, 1942, in Beaver Dam. She was a 1960 graduate of Beaver Dam High School. Marion was united in marriage to Chester Voss on August 14, 1965, at St. Stephen’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam. Marion worked various jobs during her life which included Big A Auto Parts in Horicon and also at John Deere in Horicon but no job could come close to the one she enjoyed the most, helping take care of her grandchildren. In her spare time, Marion enjoyed crafts, sewing, quilting, and crocheting. She also loved taking care of her flowers, especially her hibiscus, and watching the birds. Alongside her husband Chester, Marion enjoyed traveling and was fortunate to visit 47 states as well as Canada. Snowmobiling was another passion Marion and Chester shared and was a past Sergeant at Arms with the Horicon Marsh Snowmobile Club. She was also an active member of the Mayville Senior Center. Marion is survived by her husband, Chester of Mayville; her children, Sandra Voss of Mayville, Marvin (Jessica Okon) Voss of Horicon, and Dawn (Lee) Bauer of Mayville; her twin brother, Marvin (Diane) Teletzke of Beaver Dam; her grandchildren, Jeffrey Hintz, Jr., Tommy Hintz, and Genesis Miller. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, William and Harley Teletzke; and a granddaughter Samantha Hintz. A graveside service will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the Cramer Cancer Foundation (https://cramercancerfoundation.org/) in loving memory of Marion. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com

Visitation:  Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.  Service:  Saturday, Feb. 8, at 12 p.m.  Location:  St. John Lutheran Church - Browns Corners Helmuth H. Qualmann, 95, of Marshall, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2020, at Lake Mills Health Services. Helmuth was born on November 11, 1924, in the Town of Hubbard, the son of Robert and Adela (Pankow) Qualmann. Helmuth, who entered the service in April 1943, was a veteran of the US Army serving as an Army Ranger during WWII and the European Theatre. He was captured on December 18, 1944, in the famous Battle of the Bulge and was a prisoner of war until he was liberated at the end of the war. He was discharged from the Army on October 22, 1945. Helmuth was united in marriage to Elena Walters on September 4, 1948, at Zum Kripplein Christi. Helmuth dairy farmed with his family in the Township of Hubbard from 1950 to 1962. Later, he was then employed as a boiler repairman with the State of Wisconsin for over 21 years working at Truax Air Field in Madison. Helmuth was baptized and confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church (Browns Corner). He was also a lifetime member of the V.F.W., Ex-POW, and the Disabled American Veterans Association. In his spare time, Helmuth enjoyed the outdoors in which he especially loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. Helmuth is survived by his children, Gene (Susan) Qualmann of Sun Prairie, Kathleen Albrecht of Marshall, Wayne (Crystal) Qualmann of Madison, and daughter-in-law, Toni Qualmann of Waupun; his grandchildren- Amy (Brian Daly) Qualmann, Carrie (Eric) Pettey, Laurence Albrecht, Jeremy Qualmann, Justin Qualmann, Shonda (Dwayne) Nedd and step-grandson, Chris (Missy) Landsness; his great-grandchildren, Carter, Olivia, Isaac, Adeline, Dakota, Kaiya, Seriah, Amiyah, Makiah, Abayo, Eli, Kayden, and step-great-grandchildren, Taylor, Molly, Morgan, and Lacey. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Adela Qualmann; wife, Elena; daughter, Laurie Mae; son, Robert; sisters, Adelheid Levenhagen and Alvira Daniels; and brother, Norbert Qualmann. Visitation took place on Saturday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 12 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church (Browns Corner) in N7074 Co Rd V, Horicon. A funeral service for Helmuth took place on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 12 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church (Browns Corner) in N7074 Co Rd V Horicon with the Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial took place at St. John’s Cemetery (Browns Corner) with military honors conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville servedg the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com.

Visitation:  Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 10:30 a.m. to noon  Service:  Wednesday, Feb. 5, at noon.  Location:  St. John's Ev. Lutheran church in Browns Corner Mamie B. Buechel, 95, of Iron Ridge, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020, at Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. Mamie was born the daughter of Emil and Ida (Jager) Schaefer on September 10, 1924, in Fall River. She attended High Point School in the Town of Oak Grove. Mamie was united in marriage with John Buechel on May 19, 1946, in the Town of Oak Grove. Together with her husband John they farmed in the Town of Hubbard and she later retired from the West Bend Company in 1990. Mamie was a member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church Browns Corner. She enjoyed cooking and baking, especially her poppy seed torte and apple pies. Mamie loved most spending time with her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Emil (Esther) Buechel of Iron Ridge, Raymond Buechel of Milwaukee, Carol Jacobs of FL, Blondie (Jerry) Green of Hartford, Shirley (Al) Krueger of FL, Karen (Jeff) Muenchow of Horicon, David (Jill) Buechel of Horicon and Phyllis (Ernie) Gerth of Horicon; 14 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Mamie is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mamie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband John in 1961; her sister, Bernice Reinhart; and brother, Lester Schaefer. The family would like to give a special thank you to the 2nd floor of Hillside Manor. Visitation for Mamie took place on Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church Browns Corner. A funeral service followed at the church at 12 p.m. with the Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial took place at St. John Cemetery Browns Corner. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

Visitation:  Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.  Service:  Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 10:30 a.m.  Location:  First Congregational UCC in Waukesha JoEllen McAvoy, 69, of Waukesha passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020, at Waukesha Memorial Hospital. She was born in Hartford, on June 18, 1950, one of three daughters born to Philip and Marjorie (Uber) Martin. JoEllen was a graduate of UW-Oshkosh and earned her master’s degree in education from Carroll University. She was a longtime and well-loved teacher for Waukesha Public Schools and lived by the motto “Quiet rewards as a passion-driven life long teacher”. JoEllen was a mentor to aspiring young teachers and a member of Education Association of Waukesha, the Waukesha County Retired Educator’s Association where she served on the leadership team and the Waukesha Education Foundation. She was a community leader, a role model to many and loved her neighborhood stitchery group. JoEllen was an active member of First Congregational UCC in Waukesha where she built many friendships. She was an avid reader and a member of many book clubs. Most of all, she loved spending time with her grandchildren who were her pride and joy. She will be forever missed by her beloved daughters, Erin (Tom) Saeger of Round Rock, TX and Megan (Henry) Kazmirski of Baldwinsville, NY; her cherished grandchildren, Jack, Collin and Tristan Saeger and Addison and Ian Kazmirski. She was the dear sister of Mary Lynne Schultz of Cedarburg and Jane Martin of Waukesha and devoted aunt of Scott (Kathy) Schultz, Todd (Debbie) Schultz and Chad (Julie) Schultz. She is further survived by other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. Visitation was held on Monday, Feb. 3, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Randle-Dable-Brisk Funeral Home, 1110 S. Grand Avenue, Waukesha. Visitation continued on Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 9:30 a.m. until time of the 10:30 a.m. funeral service at First Congregational UCC, 100 E. Broadway Ave., Waukesha, WI 53186. Reverend Brittany Barber presided. A celebratory reception followed the service. Private burial for family and close friends was held Tuesday afternoon at Pleasant Hill Cemetery in Hartford. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to First Congregational UCC. JoEllen also would want everyone to spend a few extra hours with the children in their lives, preferably reading a book with them. “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; They will run and not grow weary, They will walk and not be faint.” -Isaiah 40:31 Randle-Dable-Brisk Funeral Home, Crematory and Preplanning Services was honored to serve the family. For further information please call the funeral home at 262-547-4035 or visit our website at www.randledable.com for directions or to leave the family an online tribute message.