Doris Marie Schilling, nee Will, age 89, of Abbotsford, died suddenly of a heart attack on July 30, 2020, at the Marshfield Medical Center. She was the youngest of five children born to Frank and Margaret (Schaffer) Will on the home farm west of Colby, on November 13, 1930, and raised on the family farm. She graduated from Colby High School in 1948 and married Ervin Schilling on September 24, 1949. Together they had seven children: Rae, Kathleen, Jan, Jill, Kevin, Krisan and Kent. In 1951, Doris and Ervin bought the Breezy Hill Cheese Factory in Thorp and operated it until it was destroyed by a tornado in 1958. Doris was an executive secretary at Thorp Finance Company. In 1959, Ervin and Doris started a new cheese factory and store, Schilling’s Cheese House, in Abbotsford. They operated Schilling’s Cheese House until 1967. She kept the books for the business while also working as a legal secretary for Nikolay Law Office. On the side, she started a farm vacation business in the 1960s, with the whole family hosting city guests from as far away as Chicago, Boston and Denver on the hobby farm (now the Schilling Addition/Schilling Meadows) where they also raised Arabian horses and beef cattle. Near age 50, she started a second career, becoming a real estate broker and opening her own business, Schilling Real Estate, which she continued to enjoy for at least two decades. In retirement, dancing became a primary pastime. She enjoyed dancing of all kinds, but found an important social connection in the Central Wisconsin Country Dancers (CWCD) community. Her dance partner, Gary Bernitt, was a close friend and loyal companion. She was preceded in death by her parents; her ex-husband; and the following siblings and their spouses: Ralph and Arlene Will, Neland and Velma Will and Joann Will, Donald and Jeannette Will; as well as her son-in-law, Michael Burns. Doris is survived by seven children, daughters: Rae (Anton Smets) Schilling, Eau Claire, Kathleen Schilling, Elk Mound, Jan Schilling, Coon Valley, Jill Schilling (Burns), Chippewa Falls and Krisan Schilling, Madison; sons: Kevin (Patricia Stovey) Schilling, Holmen and Kent Schilling, Abbotsford; grandchildren and their spouses: Shawn Smets, Chiang Mai, Thailand, Marja Smets (Daniel Varsano), Petersburg, Alaska, Tara (Brian) Busse, Greenwood and Ethan (Cosvy) Schilling, Colbin Schilling and Beth Schilling, Abbotsford; sister, Zona (Will) Edblom, Colby and former in-laws: Herbert and Jean Schilling, Lavilla (Clarence) Schilling; and many nieces and nephews. A brief graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 7, at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Colby. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, masks and social distancing would be appreciated. Masks will be available. Bring your own chair. Family and friends can watch the service live through Facebook by typing in Maurina Schilling Funeral Homes and clicking on the “Watch” icon on the home page. Go to https://www.maurinaschilling.com/obituaries to leave condolences and/or view a slideshow commemorating her life. Paid obituary 92750

retired law enforcement officer from Baton Rouge, La., via a chat room for hillbillies. He was married to Susan and they had three daughters, similar in age to her own daughters. In 2005, Becky took her first airplane trip to meet Lonnie, Susan and their family. She was introduced to true southern hospitality on this trip and solidified lifelong friendships. Tragically, Lonnie passed away unexpectedly a couple months later, but Becky and Susan remained very close friends. Becky flew down to Susan’s house every April, and Susan flew to Becky’s house every fall. Becky and Susan loved to road trip and enjoyed their frequent detours. Rarely did they get where they were going on the first try! Becky was able to get down for a visit this March with Kelly and her kids to visit Susan. There was a brief time at the end of June that Kari and Becky took a final trip to visit her Southern family. Becky had a love of animals and enjoyed their companionship throughout her life. We are confident she was greeted at the rainbow bridge by her dogs, Tucker and Pearl (Dylan, Sam, Emmah & Hollie) and cats, Lennie, Brat Cat and Sweetie Pie. Becky had a generous heart and a beautiful kind spirit. She laughed easily and her laugh was infectious. If she was laughing, everyone else was too. She will be dearly missed by her daughters: Kelly Schlafke (Matt) of Marshfield, Kari Schaefer of Marshfield and Krystal Salzmann (Kyle) of Plover; her grandchildren: Weston, Will and Mattea Schlafke; her mother, Grace Gutenberger of Colby; her siblings: Mike of Colby, Dan (Rhonda) of Colby, Billy of Colby, Carol Bauman (Mark) of Tomahawk, Nancy Gutenberger of Owen, Craig (Anna) of Unity and Ron of Colby; several nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. She was preceded in death by her dad, James Gutenberger, and John Hasserodt. In lieu of flowers, Mom would enjoy donations be given to the Clark County Humane Society in Neillsville, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www. cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Loyal is assisting the family with arrangements. Rebecca Sue Gutenberger, age 63, passed from this life on Thursday, July 30, 2020, in her daughter’s home, surrounded by family and with her faithful dog, Ruby, by her side. A celebration of life is being planned for a future date. Becky was born on February 8, 1957, to Jim and Grace (Miller) Gutenberger of Colby. She was the second eldest child of eight and first daughter. She helped raise her siblings so the family could continue the daily activities of farm life. She married Jon Schaefer on June 7, 1974, and Kelly was born a month later. Becky was the first woman allowed back to Colby High School after giving birth, and she graduated with her 1975 class as a mother and wife. Jon and Becky had two more children, Kari & Krystal. The couple later divorced in 1984. Becky worked as a nurse’s aide at St. Joseph’s Hospital from 1975 until 1993, at which time she pursued and earned her degree in Associated Science Administrative Assistant - Secretarial from Mid-State Technical College. She then worked as a property manager for low income housing in Marshfield. She loved helping people and understood those who fell on hard times. She served the Marshfield community in this capacity until February 2020. Becky’s favorite hobby was sewing. She created countless uniform tops while she worked as an aide, and almost all the clothes she wore throughout her life. She created clothes for her daughters and granddaughter throughout their entire lives up until a few months prior to her passing. She loved to sew and was so excited to see her creations on the person she made them for. If you were lucky enough to have gotten something she sewed, you know she made it with love. On any given Friday, Saturday or Sunday, you would find her sewing with music as loud as possible. She was an avid country music fan as well as earlier rock; Waylon Jennings, George Strait, Garth Brooks and Neil Diamond were among her favorites. Becky married John Hasserodt in 2000. John always made Mom laugh, and they loved talking about movies and music. They divorced in early 2003, and John passed away in August of 2003. After John’s passing, she befriended Lonnie, a Paid obituary 92713

Evelyn L. Lynn, age 96, died on Friday, July 31, 2020, at the Waterford Assisted Living in Colby. The funeral service was held at St. John’s Lutheran Church, B-3750 State Hwy. 13 in Spencer, on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, at 11 a.m. with Pastor Gary Froseth presiding. Burial immediately followed in St. John’s Lutheran Church Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends was held from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Wednesday. Evelyn was born October 3, 1923, in the town of Bloomfield, Waushara County, to Paul and Lydia (Krause) Greening. Evelyn left home at a young age and worked for room and board in Unity. She was a graduate of Unity High School. Evelyn and Rudy were married on June 26, 1943. They farmed until 1967. Evelyn worked at Gamble Stores in Colby and Spencer. After retirement they moved to Phillips and enjoyed the life on the lake. Evelyn later married Wayne Missling on July 18, 2002. They were later divorced. Evelyn enjoyed going to the casino. She was a former member of St. John’s - Spencer and a member of Trinity Lutheran Church - Phillips. Evelyn is survived by her children: Terry Lynn of Meza, Ariz., Ron Lynn of Wilson and Marsha Martens (Bill) of Spencer; grandchildren: Elisabeth and David Lynn, Aaron (Christy) Lynn, Becky (Justin) Born, Jenny (Rich) Nieman, Jodi (Dan) Pilsner and Jason Martens; greatgrandchildren: Sullivan and Connelly Born, Lizzy and Katie Lynn, Rudy Nieman and fiancée Amanda Pekarek, Leah, Lydia and Rachel Nieman; great-great-granddaughter, Adeline Nieman; sisters: Eleanor Coop, Anita Hein, Dorothy Konop and Beverly (Don) Sleeter; and one brother-in-law, Keith Donovan. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Rudy; son, Dale; sisters: Adeline Seefeldt, Irmgard Best, Lois Donovan and Arlene Kroening; one brother, Marvin Greening; and husband, Wayne Missling. For your convenience, online condolences may be made at www.hansenschillingfuneralhome. com. Paid obituary 92717

(Kurt) Fischer, Erin Harris, Dani Harris (Luke Phillips), Jon (Kealy) Harris, Matthew Flores and Ian Flores; 24 greatgrandchildren and three great-greatgrandchildren. Jeannette is further survived by her sister, Greta Ross, Neillsville; sister-in-law, Agnes Robida, Stetsonville; and brother-in-law, Peter Wanke, Medford. She was preceded in death by her parents; in-laws, Anton and Mary Robida; her son, Reginald; her husband, John; sons-in-law, Andrew Apfelbeck and Rusty Harris; daughter-in-law, Judy Robida; great-granddaughter, Maeve Robida; as well as her sisters, Lucille Sebold and LuAnne Wanke; brothers, Ray and Clarence Gebert; and many additional brothers- and sisters-in-law. A Mass of christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2020, at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Abbotsford with Rev. Timothy Oudenhoven presiding. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 9 a.m. until time of the service. Committal service will be held in Dorchester Memorial Cemetery. We are mindful of the on-going challenges coronavirus is presenting and are advising family and friends that FACE MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED for the visitation and funeral. Social distancing procedures will also be in place. We do not want to risk the health and safety of family and friends. If you are not feeling well, please stay home and get well. Mrs. Robida’s arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. Please visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome.com to share thoughts and condolences. Jeannette E. Robida, 97, of Dorchester, passed away on March 16, 2020. Jeannette was born Aug. 5, 1922, to Esther and Henry Gebert in the town of Deer Creek, in Taylor County. She graduated from Dorchester High School in 1939. Jeannette married John Robida on Sept. 1, 1941, at St. Louis Church, Dorchester. Together they welcomed five children into the world: Karen, Ronald, Gwendolyn, Reginald (deceased soon after birth) and Trude. Her family and faith were both equally important to Jeannette, as well as her quick wit and unbelievable ability to recount memories of days gone by. She cherished her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her great-great-grandchildren. She was always there with a lending hand, listening ear or a sweet treat. Listening to country music, traveling, playing cards and snow birding in both Texas and Florida were among her favorite hobbies. She and her husband lovingly welcomed five foreign exchange students into their home over the years. Her career saw her farming, cooking at St. Louis Catholic School, selling Stanley Home Products, pelting mink and even stocking shelves in a grocery store when she was 70+ years old. Jeannette is survived by her children: Karen (Terry Lamoreux) Apfelbeck, Colby; Ronald (Carol Duvall) Robida, Dorchester; Gwendolyn Harris, Scandinavia; Trude (Tomi) Garguilo, Orlando, Fla.; and 16 grandchildren: Jackie (Wayne) Thorson, Jill (Randy) Younker, Jay (Brenda) Apfelbeck, Jody Apfelbeck, Lainie (Jeff) Kellnhofer, Craig (Teri) Robida, Cuyler (Jenny) Robida, Chad (Kim) Robida, Cara (Chris) Boyd, Heather Harris, Heidi Paid obituary 87066_2

MaurineE.Barkley,age76, of Abbotsford, formerly of Aitkin, Minn., passed away on Friday, July 24, 2020, at the Abbotsford Health Care Center. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Aitkin, Minn. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. Maurine was born on Jan. 10, 1944, the daughter of Carroll and Anne (Barden) Heft in Long Beach, Calif. She graduated from Aitkin High School and UW-Stout. Maurine taught home economics at Abbotsford and Owen-Withee. She also taught preschool and Headstart in Abbotsford, and was a substitute teacher in the area for many years. Maurine enjoyed judging at many local fairs for cooking, crafts and sewing, and was involved with the Cinderella and Snow White costumes for the Christmas Parade for many years. Maurine was united in marriage to Robert Barkley on June 28, 1969, in West Allis. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, traveling and camping. Most importantly, Maurine cherished her family. Maurine is survived by her husband of 51 years, Robert of Abbotsford; her daughter, Leslie Barkley of Abbotsford; five grandchildren: Brittany Montgomery of Abbotsford, Kenneth Hoffmann of Arvada, Colo., Christopher Hoffmann of Duluth, Minn., Jade Revak of Phillips and Michael Revak of Phillips; three great-grandchildren: Noah, Jackson and Lara Montgomery. She is further survived by four siblings: Terri (Jon) Charlsen, Kimberly (Douglas) Cook, Pamela (Rev. Paul) Andell and Barden Heft, all of Aitkin, Minn.; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family would like to thank the staff at Abbotsford Health Care Center for the care and companionship they provided to her while she was there. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 92337

Alice J. Guralski, age 80, of Abbotsford, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2020, at the Marshfield Medical Center. A private family graveside service will be held at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan. Father George Graham will preside. Alice was born on Aug. 10, 1939, the daughter of Frank and Edna (Assmann) Proft at their home in Marathon County. She attended Corinth County School in the town of Johnson and graduated from Athens High School. On June 3, 1961, Alice was united in marriage to Robert Guralski at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Athens. Together they farmed in the town of Johnson. Alice was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. She enjoyed playing cards, crossword puzzles, Yahtzee, drawing, baking and writing poems. Most importantly, Alice cherished her family. Alice is survived by her husband of 59 years, Robert of Abbotsford; three children: Mary Lynn Martyn of Colby, Samuel (Judy) Guralski of Wisconsin Rapids and Timothy Guralski of Athens; six grandchildren: Rory (Emily) Martyn, Max Martyn, Josh Guralski, Kyle Guralski, Jason Haumschild and Jessica Stoflet; and eight greatgrandchildren: Abbie, Colin, Jacob, Penny, Morgan, Dane, James and Miles. She is further survived by her brother, Thomas (Mary Jane) Proft of Germantown; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; three brothers: James, Robert and Ronald Proft; and a son-in-law, Michael Martyn. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 92123

Allan Kaatz of Dorchester passed away on April 2, 2020. Allan’s memorial will be on Aug. 1, 2020, at Memorial Hall, 175 N. 2nd Street, Dorchester. The visitation will be from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., with a service at noon and luncheon following the service. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Dorchester is entrusted with the arrangements. Paid obituary 91963

Julia A. Watson, 86, of Abbotsford, died July 13, 2020, at Abbotsford Healthcare Center. Per Julia’s wishes, the body will be cremated and a private service will be held at a later date. She was born Sept. 21, 1933, in Kimberly, to Lawrence and Lorraine (Filz) Hopfensperger. Julia married Laurence E. Watson on Aug. 23, 1950. He preceded her in death in 2018. Julia is survived by her son, Donald Watson of Abbotsford; daughters: Debra Watson (Al Pederson) of Colby and Joann Peel (Brad Backer) of Merrill; grandchildren: Mike and Bonnie Voelker of Minneapolis, Minn., Keith Voelker of Chippewa Falls, Jon and Amanda Peel of Colby, Lyle and Jamie Peel of Merrill and Chloe Turner of Merrill; two great-granddaughters: Aeris and Amara of Minneapolis, Minn.; brother, Lawrence Hopfensperger Jr. of Perkinstown; and sister, Elayne Lastofka of Appleton. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and sons: Ronald, Jerry and Steven. Paid obituary 91898

and Ashley (Kevin) Karbowski of Milwaukee. She is further survived by her great-grandchildren: Mason, Finley, Jacob, Kira and Payton. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Linda Schmitt in 2017; a sonin- law, Gene Schmitt in 2019; a grandson, Jason Alward in 1986; along with her sister, Alma Skoog. There will be a memorial service to celebrate Mom/Alice’s life at Curtiss Alliance Church on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at 2 p.m. We respectfully ask that you wear a mask and practice social distancing, for your sake as well as ours, while in the building. We would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and comforting prayers at this sad time. We would also like to thank all her caregivers at Country Garden’s, Medford, and The Waterford of Wisconsin Rapids, with a special thank you for all the loving care from Heartland Hospice. Alice called you her angels. We greatly appreciate all of your help. We don’t know how we could have done it without all of you. Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com. Alice M. Paul, 93, a former Clark County resident, died on Monday, April 20, at The Waterford in Wisconsin Rapids where she had resided since July of 2017. Alice was born on July 16, 1926, in the town of Mayville, Clark County, the daughter of the late Fred and Helena (Benzmann) Woempner. She attended the Town of Mayville Elementary School, was a graduate of Abbotsford High School, and was a graduate of Taylor County Normal School of Medford. She was married on Dec. 27, 1947, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Dorchester, to Wilmer “Butts” F. Paul, and he preceded her in death on March 9, 2012. After her education, Alice taught elementary school at Park School, town of Hoard, Clark Co., for a period of time before she married. After her marriage, they farmed in the town of Hoard from 1947-1972. She was a waitress at Medo Farms Restaurant in Abbotsford until her retirement. She enjoyed writing letters, gardening, sewing, art drawing, visiting with family and friends, snowshoeing and hiking. She was a past member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Dorchester, and its ladies aid. Alice is survived by a son, Keith (Judith) Paul of Neenah; grandchildren: Nathan (Elisa) Paul of Appleton, Justin (Nicole) Paul of Altoona Paid obituary 91846