06 December 2023

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LeRoy “Lee”  N. Jensen

LeRoy “Lee” N. Jensen


1933-2023 LeRoy “Lee” N. Jensen, 90, of Medford, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023 at Our House Senior Living. A funeral mass for Lee will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Monday, Dec. 11, 2023 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Following the service military honors will be performed by the Medford Military Honors Team. Lee was born on May 2, 1933 to Norman and Alice (Rudolph) Jensen in Medford. He attended Medford area schools and graduated from Medford High School. After school he served in the US Army from 1953 – 55 and was stationed at Fort Lewis in Washington and earned the rank of Sergeant First Class and later served in the National Guard. After his service, he returned to Medford and took over the family farm. He retired from farming in 1998. He married Lynette Reichert on Aug. 16, 1957; she survives. Lee was a very active community member. He was a board member for the Farm Credit Services (PCA), Medford Co-op president, a Knight of Columbus, a parish council member at Holy Rosary, American Legion Commander, Town of Browning Chairman, Census Taker in 2000, and Twilight Family Farm winner in 1980. Lee was also an avid fisher and hunter. Later in life he enjoyed golf and even scored a hole in one. He also enjoyed bowling. He was a member of the 2013 Never Forgotten Honor Flight. Lee is survived by his wife, Lynette; children, Tammy (Dale) Meyer of Medford, Todd (Heather) Jensen of Marshfield, and Chad (JeAnn) Jensen of De Pere; grandchildren, Ashlee (Richard) Sayre of Marshfield, Lisa (Mason) Berger of Medford, Christa (Jake) Kapfhamer of Wrightstown, Claire Jensen of Stevens Point, and Myles Jensen of Eau Claire; and five great-grandchildren. Lee is further survived by brother-in-law, Jim Zuleger. Lee was preceded in death by his parents; and sisters, Lois (Hank) Pernsteiner and Joan Zuleger. In lieu of flowers memorial donation in Lee’s name may be given to the Never Forgotten Honor Flight. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 145906

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Arletta M. Goldamer

Arletta M. Goldamer


1924-2023 Arletta M. Goldamer, age 99, of Abbotsford, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023 at Colby Senior Care under the tender care of St. Croix Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at Christ Lutheran Church in Abbotsford. Reverend Don Bruce will officiate. Family and friends are welcome 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home of Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. Arletta was born on April 23, 1924 the daughter of Albert and Amanda (Laack) Lindau in the Town of Mayville. On June 6, 1945, Arletta was united in marriage to Robert Goldamer at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Dorchester. He preceded her in death on Feb. 5, 2019. Arletta taught in one room schools, then continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, while working and raising her family. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in 1963. Arletta taught various grades in Abbotsford, mainly 5th grade. She was an inspiration to her students refusing to give up on them, no matter the struggle and continuing those relationships far beyond her teaching career. Arletta’s passion in life was being a teacher, she loved all of her students and cherished all of the memories she had during those forty years. She retired in May 1984. Arletta lived a fulfilling life as a wife, mother, grandmother and a friend. She always carried herself with dignity, strength and was full of love. She was strong willed and stubborn at times, but also had an enormous heart, quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. Arlie was a force of life who had a passion for learning with a long and meaningful career as an educator. She had an amazing memory, especially remembering names of anyone who crossed her path and had a gift to tell entertaining stories. Arlie had a strong faith in God and was a longtime member of Christ Lutheran Church in Abbotsford, member of the Wisconsin Retired Educator’s Association and a member of the Alpha Psi Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International for Women Educators. Arlie and Bob loved dancing and going to polka dances in the area. Arletta is survived by her two sons, John of Abbotsford and Steve of Minneapolis, Minn.; five grandchildren, Jeff (Cindy) Bogaard, Julie (Joe) Dietlin, Dana (Jeff) Swanson, Erin (Dan) Davidson and Justin Goldamer; seven great-grandchildren, Allie Case, Emily Bogaard, Jack, Tyler and Lucy Dietlin, Fitzgerald and Minnie Swanson. She is further survived by many relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sue Bogaard; siblings, Lucille, Norman, Eugene; twins, Melvin and Elvin and Vernetta; and three sisters-in-law, Ardyce Cornelius, Audrey Christensen and Elaine Speck. Memorials are preferred to Christ Lutheran Church. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid Obituary 145851

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Erhardt G. “Shotz” Lemke

Erhardt G. “Shotz” Lemke


1957-2023 Erhardt G. “Shotz” Lemke, 66, of Medford, the town of Goodrich, died Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Dec. 8, 2023 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church in Goodrich with Rev. Kenneth Bittorf officiating. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Friday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated and may go to St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church of Goodrich. Erhardt was born March 18, 1957 in Medford to Rudolph and Gertrude (Graumann) Lemke. He graduated from Medford High School, class of 1975. During high school, he worked for Brandner Logging, which he continued for many years after high school. Once the business closed, Erhardt started working at Kraft/Nestle where he was currently working in maintenance. On Dec. 30, 1981, he married the love of his life, Catherine Poncek at St. Andrew’s Church in Goodrich. Erhardt was a lifelong member of St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church and formerly served as President of the Congregation. He also served as Goodrich Town Chairman. He enjoyed being outdoors and found solace in being in the woods and watching the wildlife. He was always busy doing something, taking things apart, or working on improvements. In his younger years, he enjoyed hunting but later he became more of a fisherman. He and Cathy loved going on road trips, sometimes not knowing where they would end up, but always had a great experience. He was known for his quirky sense of humor that he passed on to his children. He especially loved to spoil and tease his only grandchild. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Catherine of Goodrich; children, Adam Lemke (Melissa Peterson), Alex Lemke (Amanda Koncel), all of Medford, Cassie Lemke of Arlington, Va.; a granddaughter, Breanna Lemke of Medford; siblings, Fay (Paul) Risch of Abbotsford, Rudy Jr. “Sonny” Lemke of Medford, Joyce (Andy) Hoeft of Hamburg, Judy (Gary) Peche, Corless Lemke, all of Medford; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 145850

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15 November 2023

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Judith Margaret “Judy” Paul

Judith Margaret “Judy” Paul


1943-2023 Judith Margaret “Judy” Paul, 80, of Medford, Town of Little Black, passed in to the Lord’s hands Monday, Nov. 13, 2023 surrounded by her family. A funeral service will be held at 12 p.m., Friday, Nov. 17 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville with Fr. Patrick McConnell officiating. Interment will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Little Black. Visitation will also be at Sacred Heart Catholic Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 p.m. Friday. Judy was born Jan. 18, 1943 to Joseph and Philomena “Minnie” (Stauner) Kress. She was raised on the family farm in Medford. She graduated from Medford High School in 1961. Judy attended college in Minneapolis, MN for teletype operator, then worked as a typist for Pan Am Airlines in New York City. Judy met the love of her life, Arthur Paul at a dance in Dorchester, Wisconsin and on Aug. 22, 1964, they were married at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford. They resided on a farm in the town of Little Black where they raised their 11 children and made a beautiful home for their family. Raising a large family would seem a daunting task for most, but Judy made it look easy. She blessed each day and moment with her kindness and love. She enjoyed cooking, flower gardening, sewing, quilting, all kinds of arts and crafts, playing piano, singing, writing poems and letters to those she loved; watching musicals and dancing in the kitchen. Growing up on a farm, farm life was second nature to her and she didn’t mind helping. Whether it was making meals and delivering them to the boys in the fields or unloading wagons of hay; climbing up the elevator to fix a stuck bale or feeding the cows while the boys went fishing, Judy jumped in wherever she was needed. All summer work was followed up with a treat of lemonade or watermelon under the shade of the maple tree. She was hardworking, brave, and strong. Judy was a faithful and dedicated Catholic and an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville. She taught CCD for many years, loving her time with the children. She was instrumental in creating the church library and could often be seen singing in the choir. Judy was nominated for the Pax Christi Medal in 2021. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, Arthur; 11 children, Kevin (Jayne) Paul, Sharon (Jeff) Schreiber, Allen Paul, Jon (Dawn) Paul, Laurie (Dan) Christianson, Chris (Lynn) Paul, Amy (John) Von Arx, Joseph (Heather) Paul, Ryan (Dana) Paul, Cathy (Jacob) Ehlert, and Nick (Nicky Nash) Paul; sisters, Liz (Larry) Emmerich and Mavis Wood; 26 grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She will be remembered for being a wonderful, loving mother and grandmother to her beloved grandchildren, Garrett, Taylor, Elizabeth, Maddie, Sam, Madison, Callie, Cole, Hannah, Emily, Edgar, Sawyer, Allison, Evan, Eric, Jacob, Ashley, Kloey, Cade, Huxley, Hank, Chet, Linus, Charlie, Grayson, and Hudson. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Eileen Wescott, Conrad Kress and Rosemary Wojcik; and brothers-in-law, John Wood and Vincent Wojcik. Mom LOVED flowers! Bring all the flowers you want. Memorials will be shared with charities closest to Judy’s heart. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 145075

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Michael D. Bertsinger

Michael D. Bertsinger


2023 Michael D. Bertsinger, 69, of Medford, passed away at home on Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023 A memorial service for Michael will take place at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, with Pastor Bob Giese officiating. Burial will follow at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 12 p.m. Michael was born to David and Bernice (Kundert) Bertsinger in Zumbrota, Minn. He graduated from John Marshall High School, in Rochester, in 1972. He married Judith Prell on Aug. 4, 1979 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church. He was a lifelong trucker until his retirement from Ross Wells in 2020. Michael was a man who worked hard both at his job and in taking care of his family. Michael was quick-witted and always had a joke at the ready no matter the situation. He also had a big heart and helped those around him. He enjoyed spending time with his family, when fishing it was less about the size of the fish, and more the size of the laughs shared by those with him. When camping or 4-wheeling it wasn’t the destination, but who he shared the journey with. One of his proudest joys was joining his sons and grandchildren in the hobby of r/c racing. Michael is survived by his three sons, Leland (Renee) Bertsinger, Joshua (Toni White) Bertsinger, and Jeremy (Jill) Bertsinger; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother, Steve (Joy) Bertsinger, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents; wife; and brother, Keith Bertsinger. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice. com. Paid Obituary 145016

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Dr. Oscar A. Hildebrandt

Dr. Oscar A. Hildebrandt


1934-2023 Dr. Oscar A. Hildebrandt, age 89, of Tomahawk, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, at Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital. Funeral services for Dr. Oscar Hildebrandt were held on Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, at 1 p.m., at the First Congregational Church of Tomahawk. Pastors Dennis and Wendy Mannering officiated. The family received friends for visitation on Monday from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. Private family burial services were held on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at Evergreen Cemetery II in Medford. Oscar was born at his family home in the Town of Rhine, on June 7, 1934, to the late Oscar H. and Clara (Hagenow) Hildebrandt. He was married to Mary Wuest on Nov. 24, 1962; she survives. Oscar grew up in Kiel, where he was a 1952 graduate of Kiel High School. He later attended the University of Wisconsin Madison followed by Veterinary School in Minnesota, graduating in 1958. Oscar started the Medford Veterinary Clinic and operated the clinic until his retirement in 1990. Oscar and Mary moved to Tomahawk 30 years ago and have been longtime members of the First Congregational Church of Tomahawk. He enjoyed investing and loved traveling the world with his wife. He was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and season ticket holder. Oscar had helped organize and was a member of the board of directors for Medford National Bank. He served on the Medford School Board for 24 years, and he also served on the Wisconsin Veterinary Board. He was a former member of the Jaycees. Survivors include his wife of over 60 years, Mary E. Hildebrandt; his sons, Dr. Hugh H. Hildebrandt and Kurt E. Hildebrandt; and his daughter, Denise J. Hildebrandt. He is further survived by his four grandchildren, Dalton, Hunter, Rowan, and Ennis. He was preceded in death by his parents, Oscar H. and Clara Hildebrandt. Generations Funeral Home & Crematory of Tomahawk is assisting the family. View the obituary and leave online condolences at www.generationsfuneral. com. Paid Obituary 144946