Dr. Jerome A Schmidt, age 86, of Pulaski, passed away Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023, with his family at his side. Jerome was born January 30, 1936, to Andrew and Mary (Gebauer) Schmidt in Spencer. Jerome graduated from Loyal High School in 1954. He then served in the United States Army and was deployed to Japan and Korea. After his discharge, he returned to Loyal and helped on the family farm. A year later he began attending UW-River Falls in the pre-vet program, the start of a lifelong career. Jerome married his high school sweetheart, Karen Wichman, on August 27, 1960. He finished his undergraduate degree at UWRiver Falls and went on to the University of Minnesota, where he completed his doctor of veterinary medicine degree in 1965. After graduation, Jerome established a veterinary practice in Edgar. In September of 1966, a severe car accident left him in a body cast, with 23 broken bones and a long hospital and home recovery. He was able to return to his practice where he worked until he retired in 1991, at which time the couple moved to Missouri. But it wasn’t long before his love for animals called him back to work again. Jerome began a small animal mobile practice, which he operated until 2017. Doc and Karen returned to Wisconsin in 2017, so they could be closer to their family. Animals were always a part of his life. Doc raised his family in Edgar on a farm that had more than 40 horses and other livestock. Jerome and Karen raised many Quarter and Paint show-horses, including two world champions. Their children enjoyed showing horses every summer weekend and experiencing life on the farm. In retirement, they had a 270 acre ranch in Missouri, where their many different livestock included Missouri Fox Trotters, cattle such as Zebus, Watusi and Italian Chianina, and New Zealand Booroola and Marino sheep. Doc had an auction company and was an auctioneer. He also served as school board president, and as a horse show judge. Jerome is survived by his wife of 62 years, Karen; three children: Jacqueline Bergquist (friend Mark Roberts), Oshkosh, Tammy Lipsey (Michael), Pulaski and Jay Schmidt (Tammy), Edgar. He was the proud grandfather of six grandchildren: Jordyn, Kayla, Austin, Samantha, Tyler and Camryn. He is further survived by a brother, Andrew (Faye) Schmidt; sisters: Dorthy Ertl and Evelyn (John) Schultz; sister-in-law, Judy Schmidt; brother-in-law, Larry Waldhauser, as well as many nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Mary; a brother, Donald Schmidt and a sister, Marie Waldhauser. A special thank you to Jerome’s care team at Bristol Hospice and Emerald Bay Memory Care. A Celebration of Life will be held later this spring in Edgar. Please watch the funeral home website for updated scheduling information. To leave a condolence for the Schmidt family, please visit www. marnochafuneralhome.com or the Marnocha Funeral Home Facebook page. Paid obituary 131478

David A. Kulas Sr., 95, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, at Athenian Living in Athens under the care of St. Croix Hospice. He was born in Athens on July 22, 1927, to the late John and Rose (Hiebl) Kulas. Later, on July 24, 1948, David was united in marriage to the former Elvera Kalepp in Athens. He worked as a dairy farmer for many years until his retirement in 2010. David was also well-known for showing draft horses at many of the local fairs for over 40 years. Survivors include his wife, Elvera; children: Donna Albrecht, Dianna (Lee) Ziebell, Dave Jr. (Kathy) Kulas and Mike (Andrea) Kulas; 17 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister, Christine Dassow; sisters-in-law: Betty Bunkelman, Janice Houts, Karen Kalepp and Kathleen Kulas; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Rose Kulas; brothers: Sylvester (Geraldine) Kulas, Ted (Estella) Kulas and Ambrose Kulas; brothers and sisters-in-law: James Kalepp, Bernard (Nancy) Bunkelman, Harold Bunkelman, Russ Bunkelman, Al Houts, Ken Scheffler and Lester Dassow; son-in-law, Tom Albrecht Sr.; father and mother-in-law, Otto and Irene Kalepp; and step-mother-in-law, Florence Kalepp. Private family services will take place. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. A special thank you from the family to St. Croix Hospice and Athenian Living for their tender care of our dad. Paid obituary 131463

Frederick (Fred, Fritz) H. Redmann, 95, Athens, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, at his home, under the care of his family and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. He was born on October 5, 1927, in the Town of Wein, Marathon County, son of the late Frederick and Hazel (England) Redmann. On April 15, 1950, he married Germaine Schmitt at St. Mary’s Church in Colby. Fritz and Germaine farmed in the Town of Bern and then the Town of Johnson, Marathon County, for 44 years, before retiring to Athens. Survivors include his wife, Germaine; daughter, Deborah Olson; granddaughter, Corissa (Douglas) Seefeldt; great-grandchildren: Cash Ryan, Brynnley, Briella and Cooper Seefeldt and brother, Robert (Bobby) Redmann. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his infant children: Rebecca Jean, Jeffrey Michael John and Prudence Rose, and his siblings: Annetta Behrendt, Betty Jahnke, Charles, Ernest, Frank and Hazel Roach. A funeral memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 6, at St. Anthony’s Church in Athens. Visitation will begin at 9:30, services at 10:30, committal at the parish cemetery and light luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services or charity of your choice. Paid obituary 131450_2

Suzanne Sylvia Fenhouse, age 76, went to be with our Lord on January 15, 2023. Suzanne passed away peacefully at Aspirus Medford Hospital with her family and angels by her side. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2023, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. Family and friends were welcomed from 10 a.m. until the time of service Wednesday at the funeral home. Interment followed the service at McMillan Memorial Gardens. Suzanne was born to Fred & Pearl Wiegel on April 1, 1946, in Milwaukee. She was united in marriage to Lee Fenhouse on October 22, 1976. Later in life she became an EMT in Stratford, drove school buses for the Marshfield School District and also enjoyed working at the Colby Cafe. She was an avid Packer fan, loved her animals and working outside when she could. She is survived by her son, Jerry (Debbie) Mallon; siblings: Nancy (Bob) Lang and Dan (Jetta) Wiegel; sister-in-law, Jenell Wiegel; one grandson, Jason Marquardt; one great-grandson, Raven Young; and survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred & Pearl Wiegel; her husband, Lee Fenhouse; and a brother, David Wiegel. “If we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord, So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Family and friends may express condolences online at www. maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 131248

Margaret Ann Leick, 88, Stratford, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at Stoney River Memory Care. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 13, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford, with Rev. Sengole Vethanayagam presiding. The service will be streamed online at www.facebook.com/rembsfuneralhomes. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Town of Eau Pleine, Marathon County, and grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. The visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 12, at Sauter/Rembs Funeral Home, Stratford, and from 10 a.m. until service time on Friday, Jan. 13, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. St. Joseph’s Parish Council of Catholic Women will recite the rosary at 4 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Margaret was born on June 1, 1934, in Colby, to Joseph and Mary “Mayme” (Hodny) Sazama and was a 1952 graduate of Colby High School. She then attended St. Joseph’s School of Nursing. She was united in marriage to Richard A. Leick on October 17, 1953, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Colby. They raised nine children together on their farm south of Stratford and enjoyed over 60 years of card club parties with their friends. Richard passed away on April 25, 2016. Margaret made keeping a household look effortless, cooking large meals for the family, tending to her flower and vegetable gardens, canning and freezing. Caregiving came naturally to her. No matter how hard she worked during the day, she never complained and found time to share special moments with her children. She enjoyed bowling and traveling and created many family heirlooms through her sewing, embroidery and quilting. Her mother taught her to make braided rugs, a skill she passed on. She loved spending time with her grandchildren playing Enchanted Forest, Sequence, Rummy Royal, mailman, and creating scavenger hunts just for them. Even in her later years, she lit up when she saw babies. She had unwavering faith, was a devoted servant of God and parishioner of St. Joseph’s parish. She spent many a Sunday rising at 3 a.m. to make donuts for St. Joseph’s, made beautiful doll clothes for the church bazaar, helped cook numerous funeral meals, was a lector for daily mass, a eucharistic minister, coordinator of rosary leaders, a member of PCCW, and a volunteer for Birthright. Margaret will be remembered for her dry sense of humor, her storytelling, and her gentle way of sharing her knowledge and wisdom through her actions. She will leave a legacy of love and service to all. She is survived by her children: Susan (Stanley) Baker of Dedham, Mass., Jerry (Michele) Leick of Oostberg, Peter (Ellen) Leick of Rhinelander, Don (Terri) Leick of Maple Grove, Minn., Bill (Marti) Leick of Chandler, Ariz., Brian (Darla) Leick of Stratford, Jim (Kay) Leick of Stratford, Donna Leick and her husband, Laurent Gourdon, Madrid, Spain, and Pat (Dani) Leick of Cottage Grove, Minn. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 18 greatgrandchildren. She is further survived by siblings, Mary Brodziski of Athens, Bill Sazama of River Falls, Dorothy Kovatch of Frederick, Md., and Dan (Cathy) Sazama of Stratford. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, grandson, Christopher Leick, and brothers: Joe, Tony and David Sazama. A memorial in Margaret’s name may be given to The Hannah Center of Marshfield or the Arthritis Foundation. The family is indebted to Jim and Kay for the loving care they provided during the time Mom lived with them. The family also wishes to thank the in-home caregivers, the staff at Stoney River Memory Care, and Heartland Hospice team headed by Taiya for their dedicated and loving support. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com. Paid obituary 130956

For family and friends in Wisconsin: Alan L. Zuelke (58 years) of Lewis Center, Ohio, passed away on December 19, 2022. Alan was born in Marshfield to James and Patricia (Drexler) Zuelke. He attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School. He was a 1982 graduate of Stratford High School. He was a 1986 graduate of University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire with a bachelor’s degree in finance. Alan married Deb Hughes in 1992. The couple renewed their vows on their 30th anniversary this last year. Alan worked at GE Capital, Bank One, JP Morgan Chase, National City, and PNC. However, his favorite job was retirement. Alan was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church, Sunbury, Ohio, and the Knights of Columbus. He volunteered at Delaware County Chapter OH Horseman’s Council by cutting downed trees to clear the trails. He was an assistant Cubmaster and Cub Scout den leader. He enjoyed gardening, canning salsa, kayaking, working at the land, riding his 1981 Honda Goldwing, and hiking part of the Appalachian trail. In his even younger years, he ran several marathons. He qualified for and ran Boston (twice) and New York (once). His favorite was the Air Force Marathon at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio. Most of all, he enjoyed time with his family. He is survived by his wife, Deb (Hughes); his children: Patrick (Elaina) Zuelke, Meghan (Colin) Stapleton and Thomas Zuelke; his mother, Pat Zuelke; siblings: Jim (Kelly) Zuelke, Steve (Lois) Zuelke, Todd (Debbie) Zuelke, Kris Zuelke, Mike (Rae) Zuelke, Kathy (Werner) Eggert and Gary Zuelke, and special godchild, Nicole Cusick. He was preceded in death by his son, Andrew; his father, James Zuelke; great-nephew, Noah Zuelke, and grandparents: Anton and Sylvia Drexler and Herb and Elsie Zuelke. A memorial mass with a committal following will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, beginning at 11 a.m. Visitation from 9 – 11 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Translational Immune Therapy Cancer Research Fund would be appreciated. Go to OSU.edu/giving, click on ‘Give Today.’ Search for an area to support. Type in Translational Immune Therapy. Paid obituary 130698

Roger P. Bergs, age 81, of Edgar passed away on Friday, Jan. 6, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Poniatowski with Rev. Alan Wierzba presided. A private committal service will be held at a later date. Family and friends are invited to gather at the church on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. Following the Mass, military honors conducted by the Edgar VFW Post 10187 will be presented. The honor of pallbearer belongs to Jerry Bankes, Perry Werner, Eugene Vonesh and Michael Kaiser. Roger was born on June 20, 1941, in Wausau, to Paul and Josephine (Rauen) Bergs. He was an Edgar High School graduate. Roger faithfully served his country in the United States Army from 1963-1965. On June 14, 1969, he was united in marriage to Jolene Borchardt at Holy Family Catholic Church in Poniatowski. He was a truck driver most of his adult life and he was proud to have owned and operated his own trucking company. He frequently used trucking and mechanics slang when talking and all of his greetings no matter what time of the day it was, was always “MORNIN’.” He often joked when leaving a family get together or party saying with a grin that he couldn’t leave yet as his “logbook” wasn’t full yet. Roger was always up for a robust debate and conversation on the subject of politics. You always knew where he stood on the subject. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Poniatowski. Those who will cherish his memory include his loving wife, Jolene; his children: Rex Bergs and Trinka (Jerry) Bankes, both of Edgar; his grandchildren: Benjamin, Sawyer and Madisyn Bankes; his sisters: Mary Jane Chapin of Minn. and Carolyn (Don) Boardman of Mo.; and brothersin- law: Eugene Vonesh of Minn., Orrin Borchardt of Marathon and Lanny (Kathy) Borchardt of Wausau, along with many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Josephine Bergs; his sister, Kathleen Vonesh, and his very special friend, Robert Bornheimer, Sr. If desired, the family is accepting memorials in Roger’s name to either Holy Family Catholic Church or Edgar Fire Department. Roger’s arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www. lifetributesfuneralhome.com. Paid obituary 130953

Angeline Ella Rajek, 98, Marathon, died Monday Dec. 26, 2022, at her home under the care of her family and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born September 4, 1924, in Edgar, daughter of the late Andrew and Anna (Fochs) Lang. On June 5, 1948, she married Raymond Rajek at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar. He preceded her in death June 13, 2009. Angie was a member of the Parish Council of Catholic Women and Third Order of St. Francis - St. Anthony Fraternity. Angie enjoyed being a homemaker and sharing in the lives of her children and grandchildren. Gardening, flowers, cooking and baking were important parts of Angie’s life. Survivors include her children: Robert (Louise) Rajek, Wausau, David (Mary) Rajek, Marathon, Susan Robl, West Bend, Sally Rajek, Marathon and Michael Rajek, Weston; 16 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and one sister, Arlene White, Bonita, Calif. Besides her parents and husband, Angeline was preceded in death by two sons: Kenneth and William; a son-in-law, Kenneth Robl; a great-grandson, Nghia Linh Kieu. Siblings-sisters: Hildigard, Anna, Agnes, Adeline, Dorothy and Leona; and brothers: Louis, Ben, Andrew, Alfred, Rudolf, George and Luke. The funeral Mass was celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. Rev. Msgr. Joseph Diermeier presided. Burial was in the parish cemetery. Visitation was on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www. petersonkraemer.com. The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services for their wonderful care and support. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to St. Mary’s Church in Marathon or Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Paid obituary 130584

Linda L. Hart, age 61, died Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022, at her home in Athens. She was born April 25, 1961, in Wausau, the daughter of Mary Ann (Pozorski) and Gerald Schalow of Wausau. On June 29, 1990, she married Rick “Baggy” Hart. They preceded her in death. Linda grew up in Wausau on 17th Avenue with many extended family members also living on the block with her. She graduated from Newman Catholic High School in 1979 and attended Northcentral Technical College for further education. She had many jobs over her years of life, including as a waitress at the Holiday Inn in Wausau, a bank teller in Little Chicago and Athens, a warehouse associate, nursing assistant, and then working at the Cenex in Athens until her early retirement late last year. She greatly enjoyed talking with many members of the community. Linda is most remembered for her creativity as she planned Halloween parties for her children, decorated her home and yard often, and had an extensive collection of Barbie dolls. Among her favorite pastimes, she enjoyed thrift store shopping and arts and crafts. Linda also enjoyed taking trips both long and short to places near and far from home, and spending time with her grandchildren, family and friends, and her beloved Dachshund dogs. Linda is survived by her two children and their families: Kody Hart of Wausau, Evan (Kendra) Hart of Athens and their two children, Braelyn and Ian; two brothers: Jay (Dyna) Schalow of Coulee Dam, Wash., and Fred (Ranae) Schalow, Mukwonago; two brothers-in-law: Ronnie Hart of Athens and Jason Hart of Athens; two aunts: Cheri Siewert of Wausau and Debbie Adams of Marana, Ariz.; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins from her and her husband’s family. Visitation will be from 4 until 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 6, at Peterson/ Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens, with a memorial service to follow at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www. petersonkraemer.com. Paid obituary 130351

Thomas F. “Tom” Burke II, 77, Edgar died Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born December 9, 1945, in Richland Center, son of the late Thomas and Marie (Nicks) Burke. Tom married the love of his life, Jean Sonnentag, on September 3, 1966, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Edgar. Tom worked at Marathon Cheese for 34 years, first as a truck driver, and was well known as “The Blue Goose” and retired from the maintenance department. Tom took much pride in maintaining the Edgar cemetery for more than 31 years. A great listener, Tom would help anyone who needed it. His smile was contagious, and he had the most positive outlook on life. Tom always greeted people with a firm handshake, a hug or even a kiss. Some of his favorite pastimes included watching the Brewers, Bucks, Packers and the Edgar Wildcats. Tom loved to support his grandchildren at all their school events. He enjoyed deer hunting with his brother-in-law, Jerry, and his nephews, the Michlig Boys. He enjoyed camping with family and friends and attending and participating in antique tractor pulls. Tom was a veteran of the United States Army in the 611th Ordnance during the Vietnam war. He was proud to have taken a trip on the Never Forgotten Honor Flight this past year. Tom was a respected member of the Edgar VFW Post 10187. He was dedicated to raising the flag at the local football games and being a part of the military guard in the local parades. Participating in military honors at many events, Tom also volunteered his time on countless occasions. He was an usher and a eucharistic minister for his church. Tom fried fish for the Lenten fish fries and in the summers cooked burgers at the church’s hamburger stand. Tom was a thoughtful and caring soul that always put others before himself. He was a devoted and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend to many. He leaves behind many who loved him and whose lives were enriched by knowing him. Always upbeat no matter what kind of day he was having, Tom will long be remembered for his outgoing personality and cheery disposition. Survivors include his loving wife, Jean Burke, Edgar; his children: Thomas (Heather Duesselmann) Burke III, Rib Mountain, Joseph (Tiffany) Burke, Edgar and Amanda (Nathan) Albrecht, Edgar; 10 grandchildren: Isabella D’Burke (Tyler Hudson), William D’Burke, Brody, Rachel Ann and McKinley Burke and Taylor, Halle, Parker, Marshall and Evelyn Albrecht; his siblings: Mary Drexler, Stratford, and His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke, Rome; brother-in-law, Charles Louis, and numerous nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Rachel Burke; his brothers: Patrick and John (Ann) Burke; his sister, Rita Louis; his nephew, Marlin Sonnentag; his mother and father in-law, Lillian and Jerome Sonnentag, and his brothers-in-law: James Drexler, Leo Michig and Gary Brusky. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023, at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar. His Eminence Raymond Cardinal Burke will preside. Burial will be in the parish cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be held on Monday from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and again on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral mass all at the church. There will be a parish rosary service at 8 p.m. Monday evening at the church. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Edgar, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. Paid obituary 130389