30 October 2019

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Daniel “Dan” Duane Eichelt

Daniel “Dan” Duane Eichelt


Daniel “Dan” Duane Eichelt Daniel “Dan” Duane Eichelt, 82, formerly of Cornell, died peacefully at Suncoast Hospice in St. Petersburg, Fla., Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. Dan was born Sept. 24, 1937, in Bismarck, N.D., to the late August and Ameila (Dutt) Eichelt. The family moved to Gilman, when he was a young boy. Daniel met Beverly “Bev” Helgerson and they were united in marriage Feb. 27, 1960, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale in Nashua, Iowa. Dan and Bev owned, and operated, Eichelt’s Cafe and Dan’s Grocery Store in Cornell, for several years, until he began his career as a food service salesman for Indianhead Foodservice in Eau Claire. Dan worked as a foodservice salesman for over 30 years, retiring at the age of 62. He and Bev traveled around the United States, in their motorhome, and later made their home in Florida and Wisconsin. His memories will be left with his daughters – Becky (Todd) Felmlee, Cornell, and Dana (John Taluc) Eichelt, St. Petersburg, Fla., his son – Eric (Tonya) Eichelt, Balsam Lake; brothers – Herb (Janie) Eichelt and Jewel “Joe” Eichelt; sister – Elaine Kinson; sisters-in-law – Sandra Eichelt, Elsa Eichelt, Diane Helgerson and Shirley Helgerson; grandchildren – Lacey, Maddie, Danielle, Christopher, Jacob and Connor; and several great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife – Beverly; his parents – August and Ameila; brothers – August Jr. and Don; sister-in-law – Judy Eichelt; and brothers-in-law – Duane and Edward Helgerson. In lieu of cards or donations, we ask you take a moment to hug your child, grandchild, friend or walk in the woods for a moment, an hour, or a day. Time waits for no one. Private family services will be held at a later date. “There is no death. Only a change of worlds.” ~ Chief Seattle 80578

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Mark Thomas Schoonover

Mark Thomas Schoonover


Mark Thomas Schoonover Mark Thomas Schoonover, 65, passed away Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home on Island Lake. He died, after courageously battling cancer over the last several months. Mark was born in Eau Claire, Jan. 15, 1954, to Tom and Marilyn Schoonover. The family eventually landed in Cornell, which became home to Mark for the next 20 years. Upon graduation from Cornell High School in 1972, he sought employment at the Cornell Paper Mill. In the fall of 1974, Mark became a student at UW-Eau Claire and the following summer, he was accepted into AVROC, Naval Aviation Officer Candidate School at the Pensacola Naval Air Station. After graduating with a degree in geology and geography, Mark finished his training at Pensacola, Fla., and was commissioned an A-6 bombardier navigator. His next assignment was to be attached to VA-145 on the aircraft carrier USS Ranger, which was stationed at Whidbey Island, Wash. Mark’s Navy career gave him lasting friendships and incredible experiences that he was deeply proud of. By 1990, he had decided to retire from the Navy and begin a new career, working with his father at Hobbs Supply Company in Eau Claire. Mark and his father decided to take on a new adventure in 1992, and the Subway business began. He married Traci Zwiefelhofer Aug. 5, 2005, and together, they raised Abigail and have cherished their 14 years together. Abigail was the twinkle in Mark’s eye and he loved sharing his interests with his family. Along with flying, Mark loved the outdoors. He made many trips hunting grouse, as well as fishing in the remote Canadian wilderness. Mark was a generous, kind and thoughtful man, always willing to give his time and talent to his family, friends and community. Faith was a big part of Mark’s life and that was exemplified by his service to St. Paul’s Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife – Traci; his daughter – Abigail; his mother, Marilyn, Eau Claire; his sisters – Cheryl, Eau Claire, Jan (Ken) Sharp, and children Jenny, Sam and Chloe, Lakewood, Wash., Kris (Karen Kilsdonk), Hartland, and Wendy (Chuck) Kessler, and children Grace and Sophia, Edina, Minn.; his in-laws – Marion and James Zwiefelhofer, Bloomer; sister-in-law – Tammy (Steve) Niebling, and children Michael and Carter, Gilbert, Ariz.; and his brother-inlaw Tom (Michele Eberle) Zwiefelhofer, Chetek. Mark was preceded in death by his father – Tom Schoonover. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 1 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, at Saint Paul’s Catholic Church in Bloomer, with Father Victor Feltes celebrating the Mass. Burial will immediately follow at St. Paul’s North Catholic Cemetery in Bloomer. Visitation will be held from 4-7:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 3, at the Celebration of Life Center in Altoona. A Christian Vigil Service will begin at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will continue from 12-1 p.m., Monday, at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Bloomer. Memorials are preferred to St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Bloomer. Thompson Funeral Home & Chippewa Valley Cremation Services in Bloomer, is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed at thompsonfuneralhome. com. 80593

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Shirley Ann Vlach

Shirley Ann Vlach


Shirley Ann Vlach Shirley Ann Vlach, 81, formerly of Cadott, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, at the Chippewa Manor Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls. Shirley was born July 14, 1938, at home, in the township of Arthur, Chippewa County. She was the daughter of Robert and Helen (Fuchs) Vlach, and grew up in the area. She graduated from Cadott High School. Following graduation, Shirley worked with Bertha Thurn, working with handicapped children. Bertha introduced Shirley to many crafts to make and sell. One of Shirley’s joys came, when Bertha had a rug loom and brought it to her home, and taught Shirley to make woven rugs. How she loved making them; she probably made and sold more than 500. How proud she was. Shirley enjoyed many things in her life, putting puzzles together, playing cards, riding her bike, fishing with her dad, helping with the farm chores (at one time, there were 17 cats and kittens). How she loved them. She even drove the tractor at haying time and volunteered, helping others where needed. Shirley was an area news correspondent for the Courier Sentinel for over 30 years. Her trip to Alaska, in 2009, to visit her cousin, Bob Novotny and family, was an unbelievable dream. Shirley moved to the Chippewa Manor Assisted Living apartments in December 2015. She is survived by cousins and caregivers – Linda Dahm and Jim Dahm. She was preceded in death by her parents. Services were held at 4 p.m., Friday, Oct. 11, at the Chapel of the Resurrection-Chippewa Manor, with the Rev. George Olinske officiating. Interment was Saturday, Oct. 12, at 1:30 p.m., at the Bohemian National Cemetery in the Town of Arthur. Visitation was from 2:30 p.m., until the time of service, Friday, at the chapel. A special thank you to the Chippewa Manor Assisted Living and nursing for the wonderful care given Shirley these past nearly four years. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the Cadott Area Historical Society. 80536

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Robert “Bob” “Smokey” S. Lathrop

Robert “Bob” “Smokey” S. Lathrop


Robert “Bob” “Smokey” S. Lathrop Robert “Bob” “Smokey” S. Lathrop was born Aug. 23, 1927, and entered eternal life Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019. Bob was the son of Jess and Alma (Lehman) Lathrop. He was united in marriage to Bette I. Granger Aug. 20, 1955, in New London. Together, they ran the family farm, retiring in 1989. Bob was an employee of the New London Feed Mill for over 20 years. He was also an active member of the Hortonville Rural Fire Department for 23 years, and an AMPI director for five years. He started the Log Cabin Pioneers 4-H Club and was a 4-H leader in Outagamie County, for 15 years. He was elected vice president in 1966, and in 1967, president of the Outagamie County Leaders Association. Bob was an active bowler since he was 23, and was president of the Mixed Seniors Bowling League. He was a member and helper of a handicap group, Challenge the Outdoors, and also Fishing Has No Boundaries. He enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers, Bucks, and supported New London Bulldogs and Lake Holcombe Chieftains sports. Bob also loved to play canasta with family and friends. He enjoyed cutting firewood and cut about 50 face cord, every year. He did a lot of woodworking, making cardinals, Wisconsin Badgers and Packers bird feeders. Bob mowed five to six lawns every summer; he always said, “I enjoy it. It’s better than sitting in the big chair and watching TV.” He plowed his long driveway every winter, and many of his neighbors’ driveways, too. He had a large garden every summer, and loved to can pickles and tomatoes. Bob spent the last two years, creating “Peter’s Park,” to memorialize his late son. He is survived by his daughter – Joy (Scott) Webster; sons – Mark (Melanie) and Terry (Tracy); daughter-in-law – Sue Lathrop; granddaughters – Jenny (Colin) Mitchell and Nikki (Levi) Allen, Kayla (Brett) Polczynski, and Molly and Morgan Webster; grandson – Brady Webster; great-grandchildren – Austin, Emma and Riley Allen; several nieces; nephews; other relatives and special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; two infant children – Dawn Christine and Dale Matthew; wife – Bette; sons – Kevin and Peter; brothers (twins) – Herbert and Harold, Kenneth and Melvin; and a sister – Francis. Services for Bob will be held Saturday, Nov. 2, at 11 a.m., at Trinity Lutheran Church in New London, with the Rev. Vicki Fink officiating. Visitation will be held Friday, Nov. 1, from 4-7 p.m., at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home, and also at the church, Saturday, from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in the Floral Hill Cemetery in New London. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established for the Challenge the Outdoors handicap group. 80514
23 October 2019

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16 October 2019

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John R. Shakal

John R. Shakal


John R. Shakal John R. Shakal, 59, Boyd, passed away peacefully at his home. John was born March 14, 1960, to John and Annette (Etten) Shakal. He graduated from Cadott High School in 1978, then from the farm business management course at Chippewa Valley Technical College in 1979. John married Susan “Sue” Zimmerman, the love of his life, June 28, 1980. John and Sue settled on the family farm, where John ran the farm with his father, for the next 35 years. They were blessed with a daughter, Kerrilyn, July of 1981. John served as a member of the Cadott Board of Education, as well as secretary/treasurer for the Equity Co-op Livestock Shipping Association. He was also part of the Parish Council for St. Joseph’s Church, Boyd, and the current sexton of St. Joseph’s Cemetery. He was also a supervisor for the Town of Delmar, as well as part of the Cadott FFA Alumni (past president), Knights of Columbus and Sons of a Legionnaire. He was also an active part of the Chippewa County Livestock Group and enjoyed watching kids exhibit their animals at the fair. John took much pride in serving his community through the Cadott Lions Club, where he was the immediate past president. He is survived by his loving wife – Sue; his adored daughter – Kerri; his parents – John and Annette Shakal; his sister – Roxanne Roth; brothers-in-law Joe Semanko, Keith (Wanda) Zimmerman, Dave (Kathy) Zimmerman and Dale (Michele) Zimmerman; sister-in-law – Karen (Carlie) Olynick; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by sisters – Cathy Shakal and Patty Semanko; brother-in-law – Mike Roth; and mother and father-in-law – Esther and LeRoy Zimmerman. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 14, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Boyd, with Father William Felix officiating. Interment was in St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery, following the funeral mass. Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m., with a 7:30 p.m. Vigil Prayer Service, Sunday, Oct. 13, at Leiser Funeral Home in Cadott. Visitation was also one hour prior to the funeral mass, Monday morning, at the church. Online condolences may be expressed at leiserfuneralhome. com. 79795

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