On Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022, at Brookdale North Assisted Living Center in Loveland, Colo., God whispered, “Come home, June. Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the House of the Lord.” June Caroline (Budd, Murphy) Clouse was born on March 31, 1924, in Davenport, Iowa, to Alice (nee Stacey) and Ora Budd. In 1925, she moved to Wisconsin, where she resided until 2011. June was a loving daughter who was determined to make a better life as she experienced severe hardship through the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl era, and transportation only by farm workhorses as she grew up in the Owen-Withee community. At the age of 14, neighbors took her to a special church service where she learned that there was a God who loved her. She spoke of the overwhelming joy that entered her heart and soul that night as she asked Jesus into her life. God would be faithful and walk with her each day for the rest of her life. June graduated from Withee High School in 1942. She worked that entire summer cleaning resort cabins to earn the $100 required to enroll at St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Marshfield. With no means to get to school, the local policeman in Owen picked her up and took her to the train station to make the 35-mile trip to Marshfield. When her parents were able, they would mail a letter and enclose $1 to help with expenses. June graduated as a registered nurse from St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in 1945. In 1946, she married Bernard Clouse and together they farmed two-and-a-half miles southeast of Loyal, in the town of Loyal, for more than 50 years. June worked as a nurse at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Neillsville Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home, and administered vaccines to Loyal schoolchildren. She loved to sew clothing for her five children and bake desserts and breads. She taught Sunday School at the Loyal Free Methodist Church for more than 30 years and was a member of the Missionary Society there. She volunteered with hospice care in Marshfield and was a lifelong member of the Gideons International. God’s Word was June’s source of strength and wisdom so when she and Bernard traveled around the world, their suitcases always carried Gideon Bibles to hand out. She loved to play games with a competitive spirit, loved learning and trying new things, and had the patience of Job and a curious personality that was an asset her entire life. When technology hit in 2000, June got her first computer. Her family thought it would be for e-mail use but June quickly taught herself and before long, she was making word search puzzles with Bible verses which she distributed for more than 20 years. In 2011, June moved west to Loveland, Colo., to be near her three daughters. She taught her children how to live life well in retirement as she read from God’s Word and prayed daily for family, friends, and country. She enjoyed friendships, helping people who needed care, and coloring, particularly Scripture pictures. Each art piece would be given away to someone who needed a little encouraging lift in her senior living center. She was always appreciative of any phone call, letter, e-mail, or act of care from her children or friends. Even as she aged, June held fast to God’s promise, “I am with you always.” We were blessed to have known her as a friend and mentor and privileged to call her Mom. Being selfless, loving, honest, hard-working, choosing to see the good, always being thankful, and always pointing us to Jesus, will be her legacy. Proverbs 31:28: “Her children arise and call her blessed.” June is survived by her children: Charlene (Michael) Rinehart of Loveland, Colo., Faith (Lyle) Zimmerman of Loveland, Colo., David (Judy) Clouse of Scottsdale, Ariz., Alice (Robert) Willis of Loveland, Colo., and Stephen (Ellen) Clouse of Venice, Fla.; 14 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and four sisters: Helen Eron, Eleanor (Arvin) Langjahr, Patricia (Duane) Pecher, and Grace (Clem) Pecher. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Clouse, in 2003; her parents; her stepfather, Roy Murphy; three brothers: Clifford and infant twins Roy and Donald; and three sisters: Norma Drinka, Thelma Brzezinski and Velda Schulte. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given to Gideons International or your local hospice association. PAID OBITUARY 129478

David L. Rehfeldt, 75, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022, in the John R. Moses Skilled Nursing Facility at the Wisconsin Veteran’s Home at King. David was born April 13, 1947, in Columbus, to Lawrence and Louise (nee Abbuhl) Rehfeldt. He attended schools in Beaver Dam, graduating in 1965. Shortly thereafter, David was drafted into the U.S. Army, where he served in the Vietnam War as a member of the scout platoon, 2nd Battalion, 47th Infantry, 9th Infantry Division. He earned a Bronze Star Medal with a “V” for “Valor in Combat” for his personal bravery and devotion to duty. “Spc. 4 Rehfeldt was riding on the lead personnel carrier when the column began receiving intense machine gun and automatic weapons fire. He dismounted his track and covered the entire front of the attack, braving hostile fire to move from position to position to direct the launching of grenades at enemy fire targets.” Upon completion of his military service, he went back to school, earning his Journeyman Carpenter’s degree from Moraine Park Technical School in Fond du Lac. He completed his schooling while working for Luken Lumber Company, Beaver Dam. In 1971, he became a partner in establishing A-1 Contractor’s, Beaver Dam. In 1976, he joined The Radford Companyin Oshkosh. His vocation took him to all areas of the Western U.P. of Michigan and Northern Wisconsin until his retirement in 2006. He loved being on the road and Houghton, Mich., was like his second home. He married Gaylor Palmer in 1970 in Beaver Dam. In late 1977, the family relocated to Rhinelander for his sales career where they resided until 2020. David and Gaylor were married for 52 years and blessed with two sons: Cory (Kelly) Rehfeldt, Dousman, and Seth (Allison) Rehfeldt of Plover. He also had four grandchildren: Drew, Chase, Noelle and Greta. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother Larry; mother-in-law Patricia Palmer; and brother-in-law Murphy Palmer. David was a great fan and coach of Little League and Babe Ruth at Hodag Park. He was a devoted Hodag fan of all school sports. David and Gaylor bowled Sunday night couples league, were members of Bon Temps, and even won the crazy Rhinelander Frustration Hunt once. He enjoyed the local coffee group and Monday night golf league. He liked to fish and took many trips to Canada. He hunted and loved making peppernuts and green pickles for camp. As a member of the First United Methodist Church, he ushered often and helped with many programs. The Rehfeldt family extends warm and heartfelt thanks to the staff at King Veteran’s Home. The care David received was exemplary. He kept the staff laughing. He celebrated his 75th birthday with his friends in Olson Hall breaking their first pinata. Even though he lost his sight, the staff always included him in bingo and trivia. He, with fellow vets, enjoyed sports on TV, especially the Brewers. In these last few months, when he could no longer find words, he whistled. We are eternally grateful for all the love and kindness shown to David. David was one of the first veterans to move into the long-awaited new state-ofthe- art Moses building on the King campus. Sadly, he now holds the honor of being the first to pass from there. In spring of 2023, he will be laid to rest at the Central Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in King. Details will be published at a later date. A memorial, yet to be determined, will be established in his name. Additional information for times/dates of celebrations will appear in the Northwoods River News, Beaver Dam Daily Citizen, and A.J. Holly & Sons website at a later date. A.J. Holly & Sons Funeral Home of Waupaca assisted the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 129479

John “Jack” Warren Staege, 99, Spencer, passed away at his home on Veteran’s Day, Nov. 11, 2022. He was proud of being a World War II veteran. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., on Friday, Nov. 18, at Christ The King Catholic Church in Spencer. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Friday. Burial will take place in the West Spencer Cemetery Jack was born Aug. 23, 1923, in Lindsey, to Lester “Sy” and Alice (nee Brost) Staege. He was a graduate of Alexander High School in Nekoosa. He was then inducted into the U.S. Army where he served for two and a half years in the European Theater. On April 30, 1949, Jack married Dorothy L. Olson in Wisconsin Rapids. They raised their family in Wisconsin Rapids, Junction City, and Spencer. Jack worked for the 500 Line R.R. He retired as supervisory agent in Marshfield in 1985. He was active on the Spencer Village Board for numerous years as trustee and village president. He was proud to be an active lifetime member of the Spencer Lions Club. He loved spending time with his family at Sunnyhollow – the cottage they built together. Jack was a charter member of the Beaver Creek Hunting Club and served as president for 41 years. With his special friend Barbara, Jack enjoyed polka fests, road trips, and wintering in Panama City Beach, Fla. He is survived by his children: Pamela (Robert) Draves of Menomonie, and Patrick (Lois) Staege of Cocoa Beach, Fla.; his grandchildren: Timothy Staege, Katherine Staege, Rebecca (Reed) Sarba, Christine (Jeff) Roering, and Elizabeth (Tyler) Wickesberg; seven great-grandchildren; his special friend and caregiver, Barbara Steffenhagen; two brothers: Earl Staege and Paul (Gail) Staege; two sisters: Jean Kirst and Donna Scheunemann; and two sisters-in-law: Barbara Knudson and Margaret Evans. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, in 1992; his daughter, Debra Abel, earlier this year; his brothers: Dale (WWII-KIA) Staege and Milton (Bonnie) Staege; two sisters-in-law: Verna (Bob) and Karen; and four brothers-in-law: Carl, Neil, Jim (Carol) and Richard (Gerda). PAID OBITUARY 129013

Elayne M. “Boots” Bertz, 86, Loyal, peacefully passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, at her home. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Nov. 15, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Loyal, with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating. Burial will take place in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery at a later date. Elayne Marie Earll was born on June 26, 1936, in Arpin, the daughter of Quirin D. and Marie B. (nee Durst) Earll. She was raised on the family farm and received her education in Arpin area schools, graduating in 1954 from Columbus Catholic High School in Marshfield. After high school, Boots worked at a bakery in Marshfield, and later was a waitress and cook at a cafe in Marshfield. She was united in marriage to John J. “Jack” Bertz on April 30, 1960, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Marshfield. They moved to Loyal in 1962, where she was a stay-at-home mother raising their five children. In 1979, Boots began working at the Loyal Bakery until becoming the cook at St. Anthony Catholic School in 1983. She worked at the school until retiring in the mid-2000s. She had many interests, but especially loved watching the Green Bay Packers and listening to the Brewers and Badger games. What she enjoyed most of all was spending time with her family. Boots was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and its PCCW, and a member of the Clark County Homemakers Club. Elayne will be dearly missed by her five children: Rhonda (Robert) Lynes of Wausau, Mona Bertz of Tampa, Fla., Ranee (Joe Schultz) Bertz of Chili, Shawn Bertz of Loyal, and Rolanda Bertz of Lakeland, Fla.; one step-grandson: Jonathon Schultz; one brother: Jack Earll of Lodi, Calif.; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jack, on July 18, 2022; and one brother: Wayne Earll. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Loyal is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 128969

Jacqueline A. “Jackie” Lindner, 91, Greenwood, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 16, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenwood. Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiated, and burial followed in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery. Jacqueline Ann Lindner was born on Aug. 8, 1931, in Loyal, to Casper and Marie A. (nee Keller) Lindner. She was raised on the family farm, received her education at St. Mary’s Catholic School, and graduated from Greenwood High School in 1949. Jackie then attended Stevens Point Normal School for two years, earning her teaching certificate. She taught at Rocky Run in the Mead township for five years, followed by Spencer Public Schools, where she taught second grade. Jackie completed her bachelor’s degree in education at UW-Stevens Point, and then completed her master’s degree in education at UW-Superior. She taught at Spencer until retiring after 39 years of employment. She was a very active lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and St. Anne’s Society. Jackie taught religious education for 49 years, was the Leader of Prayer for 25 years, and was a member of the board of St. Mary’s Memorial Fund for 25-plus years, 24 years as its president. Jackie had many interests, but especially enjoyed flower gardening, reading, teaching, and spending time with family and friends. She was a very kind and compassionate lady. Her unique and clever sense of humor was a joy to experience. We will forever cherish the many memories of family gatherings and free advice she gave to all. She led by example in many charitable and caring ways. Faith and family were first in her life. She will be dearly missed by her siblings, nieces, nephews and friends. She is survived by four sisters: Irene Wilke of Loyal, Jeanette Sullivan of Warrenton, Va., Shirley (Henry) Janezich of Willard, and Dorothy Wessel of Sheboygan; three brothers: Donald (MaryAnn) Lindner of Greenwood, Richard (Bonnie) Lindner of Greenwood, and LaVerne “Pete” (Joan) Lindner of Loyal; one sister-in-law: Shirley Lindner of Loyal; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jackie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers: Carl Lindner and Arthur Lindner; and one sister: Elaine “Sis” Herdrich. “Well done thou good and faithful servant. Enter thou into the joy of your Lord.” (Matthew 25:21) In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be directed to St. Mary’s Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Greenwood is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 128968

Adrienne E. McCombie, 85, Willard, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022, at Marshfield Health Services in Marshfield. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 19, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Willard, with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating. Burial will be in Holy Family Catholic Cemetery in Willard. There will be no visitation. Adrienne Elizabeth Glisky was born on Jan. 29, 1937, in Appleton, Minn., the daughter of Francis J. and Elizabeth M. (nee Galerneau) Glisky. She received her education in Monroe, Mich., graduating from St. Mary’s Academy High School in 1955. Adrienne attended nursing school at Macomb County Community College in Warren, Mich., where she received her degree as a registered nurse in 1971. She worked in the Detroit area, and after saving up enough money, purchased the Tioga property near Willard in the mid-1960s. In 1977, Adrienne built a house on the property and made that her permanent home. She worked at Neillsville Memorial Hospital in Neillsville, as the director of the emergency room and operating room, and then went to work at the Clark County Health Care Center in Owen until her retirement. She was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church. Adrienne had many interests, but especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, gardening, traveling, working on her old buildings, and, as she would put it, being the “Mayor of Tioga.” She will be dearly missed by her children: Brian McCombie of Marshfield, Laura Walter of New Richmond, and Jeanine Schreiner of Hartland; four grandchildren: Holly Stierle, Matthew Schreiner, Brenda (Anthony) Davis, and Gregory (Charlotte) Walter; her sister: Maryann Ashman of Shelby, Mich.; one brother: Daniel Glisky of Shelby, Mich.; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Adrienne was preceded in death by her parents; her son: James McCombie; and her sister: Joan Glisky. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Greenwood is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 128970

Nancy J. Brown, 83, Loyal, peacefully passed away on Thursday, Nov. 3, 2022, at Three Oaks Health Center in Marshfield, with her children by her side. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 12, at Loyal United Methodist Church, with Pastor Kathy Jury officiating. Burial will be held in the Loyal City Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Nancy Jane Whittemore was born on Nov. 27, 1938, in Loyal, the daughter of Gilbert Whittemore and Joyce (nee Cherney) Whittemore-Rossow. She was united in marriage to Jerome A. Davel of Loyal on July 2, 1955. They had seven children together, and later divorced in 1981. She later married Robert F. Brown of Abbotsford, on Jan. 21, 1983. He passed away on June 2, 2012. Nancy spent her earlier years with her aunt and uncle, Tom and Elsie Duncan, in Mena, Ariz., later returning to Loyal, where she finished schooling at Loyal High school. Nancy worked multiple jobs throughout the years, then went to school to be a CNA, finishing her working career at the Marshfield Hospital. Nancy loved to hunt, fish, and spend time with her children in the outdoors. She was a very compassionate lady with animals and children, and she always had a dog by her side. She is survived by her children: Robert (Heidi) Davel of Willard, Marie Davel of Marshfield, Debra (Chris) Langreck of Marshfield, Larry Davel of Neillsville, Tami (Randy) Cook of Loyal, Shirley Goode of Willard, and Lisa (Al) Payne of Loyal; 17 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; one brother: Robert (Sharon) Whittemore of Orange, Calif.; four step-children: Susan Brown, Peter Brown, Paul Brown, and Bobbie Jo (Brad) Suckow; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Nancy was preceded in death by her parents; her step-father: Glen Rossow; her husband: Robert Brown; her former husband: Jerry Davel; two brothers: Gilbert Whittemore II and Charles Whittemore; two sisters: Pauline Morick and Melody Clark; one granddaughter: Tennille (Davel) Thomas; two nephews: Steven Whittemore and Bob Clark; and two great-grandsons: Ethan Thomas and Robert Cole Kaczor. The family would like to thank Three Oaks Health Center for the great care and time given to our mother. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given in Nancy’s name to the activity department at the Three Oaks Health Center. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Loyal is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 128658

John A. Olsen, 96, Marshfield, formerly of Loyal, passed away at Stoney River Assisted Living in Marshfield, on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., on Friday, Nov. 11, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Loyal. Rev. Daniel Zimmerman will officiate, and burial will follow in the Loyal City Cemetery. Military rites will be conducted by the Loyal American Legion Post #175. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of service. John Andrew Olsen was born on April 6, 1926, in the town of Warner, rural Greenwood, to Christian and Julia Angeline (nee Dyre) Olsen. He was raised on the family farm and received his elementary education in Greenwood and Loyal, graduating from Loyal High School in 1944. After high school, John worked on the family farm until entering the U.S. Army on Jan. 7, 1946. He was stationed at a prison stockade in the Philippine Islands until his honorable discharge on June 27, 1947. John was united in marriage to Gladys Anita Fenner on Aug. 16, 1947, at the Loyal Methodist Church. John worked with his brother, Vern, doing carpentry work for a couple years, and then farmed his father’s farm for nine years. He then went to work as a mechanic for Noeldner Implement from 1957-64, and then was employed as a mechanical engineer for the Loyal Public School District for 24 years until retiring in 1987. After retiring, they enjoyed 20 winters in Sun City, Ariz., and traveling. He had many interests, but especially loved camping, fishing, deer hunting, woodworking, wood carving, and making things for his grandchildren. John was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, where he served as president of the church council and belonged to the Brotherhood, serving on various board positions. John served on the Loyal School Board, both as a clerk and as president. He was a volunteer fireman for the town of Loyal, and later the city of Loyal, where he served as secretary/treasurer. John was also a member of the Loyal American Legion Post #175 where he served on the military honors funeral detail for many years. He was a member of the Clark County Male Chorus for several years, and was a charter member of the Loyal Circle 8 Square Dance Club. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Gladys, of Marshfield; his children: Sue Olson of Duluth, Minn., Carl (Becky) Olsen of Avon, Minn., David (Debbie) Olsen of Barron, and Jean (Mick) Braun of Phillips; seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. John was preceded in death by his parents; three grandchildren: one son-in-law: Herb Olson; one sister: Ella Stevens; and five brothers: Howard, Vern, Conrad, Arthur, and Rev. Floyd Olsen. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given to Trinity Lutheran Church in Loyal. PAID OBITUARY 128638

Mary E. Martin, 84, Loyal, formerly of Clinton, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, at The Waterford Assisted Living Center in Colby. Funeral services celebrating her life were held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 7, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Loyal. Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiated, and burial followed in St. Joachims Catholic Cemetery in Pittsville. Pallbearers were Sky Allen, Riley Allen, Aaron Allen, Ryan Simons, Brandon Allen, Lisa Leechman, James Behncke and Elizabeth Jansen. Honorary pallbearer was Manda May. Mary Ellen Kinney was born on May 25, 1938, in Clinton, Iowa, to Anthony W. and Lydia M. (nee Steines) Kinney. She was raised and received her education in Clinton, and was a proud graduate of St. Mary’s High School, Class of 1956. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a kind and compassionate person who was always there when needed. Mary loved to paint, and donated many of her paintings to her church, and she was a deeply devoted Green Bay Packers fan. She will be greatly missed by all. She is survived by her children: Gerald (Karen) Simons of Greenwood, Rhonda (Gary) Huskelhus of Loyal, William (Joan) Simons of Goldsboro, N.C., and Julie Behncke of Scottsdale, Ariz.; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers: John Kinney of Marion, Iowa, and Loran Kinney of Apache Junction, Ariz.; her sister: Jenny Jansen of Calamus, Iowa; and nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter: Marla Carson, on Feb. 15, 2021; her son-in-law: Jeff Behncke, on June 14, 2022; one sister: Vera Hicks; and one brother: Billy Kinney in infancy. Mary’s family would like to thank the staff at The Waterford for the kindness and loving care of their mother. Also, their gratitude beyond measure to the nurses of Promedica Hospice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Loyal is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 128639