William H. Hammond, 81, Loyal, passed away at House of the Dove in Marshfield, on Monday, Sept. 25, 2023. A visitation was held at Cuddie Funeral Home in Loyal, on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, from 10-11 a.m., followed by burial of cremains at St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery in Loyal. William Harold Hammond was born on Sept. 25, 1942, in Loyal, the son of George M. and Adeline (Gall) Hammond. He was raised and received his education in Loyal. After completing his education, Bill worked as a linotype operator for a printing company in Minnesota for one year and then worked for a printing company in Wautoma until 1964. He entered the U.S. Army on June 6, 1964, and served until his honorable discharge from the Wisconsin Army National Guard on Dec. 31, 1997, where he served within the 1st Battallion, 120th Field Artillery, “Red Fox Battalion,” for 20 years, as part of the Red Arrow Division’s 32nd Infantry Brigade. He was united in marriage to Donna M. Fitzl on May 5, 1995, in Neillsville. They resided in Loyal and enjoyed watching the Packers and gambling. After Donna’s death in April of 2018, Bill lived in Loyal until his death. He had many interests, but especially enjoyed hunting with his boys, riding around Loyal on his scooter and visiting with people. Bill is survived by his children: Scott (Anna) Hammond of Hampton, Va., Todd Hammond of Bainbridge Island, Wash., Jeff Hammond of Madison, Roger Northup of Loyal, Laurie (Steve) Schiller of Marshfield, Susan Kautzer of Marshfield, and Frank (Staci) Paschke of New Richmond; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; one sister: Rose “Nancy” Dusso of Menomonie; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Donna, who will be laid to rest with Bill; his parents; his siblings: Jim Hammond, MaryAnn Neustedt and Jerry Hammond; and his brother-in-law, Raymond Dusso. Online condolences will be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Loyal, is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 142913

Roger D. Tyler, 92, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, at his residence in Granton. Roger was born Nov. 21, 1930, in Granton, to Frederick “Dale” and Anita (Bass) Tyler. He graduated from Granton High School in 1949. On June 22, 1957, he was united in marriage to Lucille J. Greeler at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Neillsville. Roger owned a can milk route which he operated in the 1950s and early 1960s, while dairy farming. In 1962, Roger sold his milk route to focus on his family and the expansion of his dairy farm. Even with farm life, Roger made sure to take his loving wife, Lucille, dancing almost every weekend. Polka dancing to Richie Yurkovich was among his favorites. In his later years, Roger enjoyed taking Sunday rides with Lucille in his Cadillac as well as Kubota rides through the countryside. Roger spent his time doing what he loved most: farming, using the best tractors, Allis-Chalmers; collecting tools and model scale Allis-Chalmers tractors; and greatest of all, spending time with his beloved wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Roger could be seen attending all events related to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; whether it was a sporting event, public speaking contest or event through the Granton or Wisconsin FFA, church Sunday school programs and many more things. He is survived by his wife, Lucille, of Granton; a son, David (Karen) Tyler of Granton; a daughter, Judith (James) Seeger of Eau Claire; his grandchildren, Michael Tyler, Jessica (Ezra) Schier, Matthew Tyler, Jillian (Wyatt Lebal) Tyler, Amy (JC) Anderl and Stacey (Jake) Hahn; and his great-grandchildren, Evelyn and Eloise Schier, Jordan Anderl, and Oliver and Kanan Hahn. Roger is further survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dale and Anita Tyler; his sister and brother-in-law, Beverly and Leonard Schultz; his granddaughter, Allison Tyler; and his great-grandson, Elijah Schier. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Granton. Pastor Daniel Schoessow officiated and music was provided by Caroline Helm, organist. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial followed at the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church Cemetery. Gesche Funeral Home and Cremation Service is assisting Roger’s family. Online condolences may be made at www.geschefh.com. PAID OBITUARY 142561

David “Davey” Auman, 61, Willard, died on Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at the Marshfield Clinic Neillsville hospital. Private burial of cremains will be held at the Willard Cemetery and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Davey was born in Neillsville to Frank and Rose Auman on April 5, 1962, the youngest of 11 children. He attended Willard and Greenwood area schools. He worked most of his adult life in the logging industry, for many years with Tlusty Logging and for a short time in a business he operated with his brother, Bobby. Davey’s interests included fishing, hunting, working on and driving his tractors and other vehicles, woodworking, playing drums, and visiting with family members and friends. Davey is survived by eight siblings: Mary Ann Lesar of Loyal, Bernice LaMarr of Neillsville, Nancy Auman of Racine, Jerry (Marilynn) Auman of Willard, Linda (Dennis Schumacher) Villalpando of Spencer, Elaine (Bob) Langreck of Spencer, Rosalie Auman of Spencer, and Debbie Auman of Muskego; nieces and nephews: Laura (Bernie) Kolano of Greenwood, Dean Lesar of Willard, Brian (Jamie) Langreck of Medford, Brenda Johnson of Spencer, Beth (Mark) Schmitt of Waukesha, Brad (Stacy) Langreck of East Troy, Gene (Lori) LaMarr of Missouri, Pat (Heather) Villalpando of Eau Claire, and Mike (Dawn) Villalpando of Conrath; and his close friend, Denny Bauer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Rose Auman; one sister, Angie Auman; one brother, Robert “Bobby” Auman; one nephew, Dean LaMarr; and three brothers-in-law: Louie Lesar, Harvey LaMarr and Darrel Wejner. Cuddie Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements PAID OBITUARY 142742

Darrell L. Laschen, a revered teacher, coach and friend from Loyal, passed away peacefully in his home on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, with his wife, Mary, by his side. Darrell Lee Laschen was born on Dec. 11, 1936, to Louis and Ruth (Rogan) Laschen in Milwaukee. He grew up in Milwaukee and attended Milwaukee Pulaski High School, where he wrestled all four years and was a state runner-up. After Darrell graduated in 1956, he went on to study at the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, where he majored in English and physical education and continued to wrestle. Upon graduation, he went on to teach and coach at Peshtigo High School and then Middleton High School. He found his way to the Loyal School District in 1967, where he taught and was named the head wrestling coach. Darrell coached many conference champions and state qualifiers, as well as a multitude of team conference championships, state regional championships and state sectional championships. He was named to the Wisconsin Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame in 2001. In addition, Darrell successfully coached girls’ softball, winning three state championships and being named to the Fastpitch Softball Coaches Association Hall of Fame in 2009. Darrell married his wife, Mary Furman, on June 19, 1999. With a nod to Darrell’s love of softball, they were wed on a ball diamond in Baraboo. After the ceremony, they exited under an archway of bats held by teammates and friends. Darrell and Mary resided in Loyal and shared a deep love for community involvement and for their many beloved pets. Darrell loved athletics and the outdoors. In his retirement, he kept busy fishing, working out and playing senior softball, even recently returning to coaching at Granton High School for two years. He will be a man who will be remembered by many as someone who was always kind and optimistic, who enjoyed a good joke or prank, and who greatly and humbly impacted the lives of students, athletes and members of his community. Darrell will be dearly missed by his wife, Mary, of Loyal; and five siblings: Larry Laschen of Mundelein, Ill., Terry Laschen of Greendale, Sally (Michael) Phelps of Milwaukee, Sharon Luce of Kenosha and Judy Stanek of Kingsford, Mich. He was also blessed with, and will be missed by, many nieces and nephews, other relatives, and an abundance of close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son from a previous marriage, Thomas L. Laschen, who passed away from cystic fibrosis at the age of 8, in 1974; and one sister, Kathleen Laschen. Funeral services for Darrell will be held at noon on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Loyal, with visitation from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. For those who cannot attend the service, it will be livestreamed on the church website, www.stanthonyloyal.org. Inurnment will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023, at the Loyal City Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life for Darrell at the Loyal Sportsman’s Club from 2-6 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given in Darrell’s name for a scholarship fund to be established in the near future. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Loyal, is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 142702

Noah D. Miller, town of Eaton, to Verna D. Hershberger, town of Loyal, Sept. 14, at the town of Loyal. Mitchel D. Ernst, town of Longwood, to Renee M. Herdrich, town of Longwood, Sept. 30, at the town of Longwood. John M. Shirk, town of Hoard, to Phoebe S. Allanson, Taylor County, Sept. 16, at the village of Withee. David C. Horst, town of Loyal, to Amanda H. High, town of Weston, Sept.

Wisconsin law requires everyone to dispose of sharps separately from other waste. This minimizes the risk for injury and prevents the potential spread of infections. Clark County residents now have a new option for disposing of used needles, lancets, syringes, infusion sets, autoinjectors and other sharps devices. Utilizing funding allocated to Clark County from the 2021 national opioid settlement,

Christopher (Chris) Weis, 61, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Sept. 10, surrounded by family, after a long battle with multiple sclerosis. Chris is survived by his son Tyler (Lindsay) Weis of Glendale. He is also survived by his parents, Charles and Grace Weis, of Marshfield; three sisters, Angel (Peter) Schecklman of Loyal, Victoria (Leon) Piech of Mosinee and Lisa Pipkorn (Matt Gilles) of Dodgeville; nine nephews; and 11 great-nieces and nephews. Chris was proceeded in death by his sister, Pamela Haebig, and his grandparents, Reinold and Lorraine Weis and Andrew and Rose Marie Zinthefer. Chris was a 1980 graduate of Loyal High School, where he enjoyed wrestling and made many lifelong friends. In 1982, he graduated from the diesel mechanic program at Midstate Technical College. Chris lived in Florida where he owned a car wash, worked in real estate and enjoyed the warmer climate. In 2021, his sisters brought him back to Wisconsin for medical care and to be near his family. Services will be held at Our Lady of Peace in Marshfield on Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, with visitation from 9 a.m. until the time of the mass at 11 a.m. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com PAID OBITUARY 142420

“Don’t make a big fuss.” Sharon L. Keller, approximately 82 years of age, passed away peacefully in the early hours of Friday, Aug. 25, in her home under the presence, care and love of her family. Sharon’s exact year of birth is debated. However, she was born on Feb. 22, possibly in 1941, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She was a fighter from the beginning, right up to the end, having battled through adversity her whole life, including cancer in her last years, doing so with humor and care only for others. Throughout her life, she was an award-winning dog breeder, professional seamstress, commercial truck driver, Civil War reenactor, caretaker; but most importantly, a loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by her siblings: Steve, Randy, Linda and Tamara; her children, John and Lisa; as well as a small army of grandchildren: Patrick, Sarah, Rachel, Mellisa, Bethany and Chavah; and three great-grandchildren, Annemarie, Charlotte and Erick. Sharon did not wish for a “big fuss” to be made about her, both in life and after. However, a memorial service will be held next spring. In the meantime, if you wish to honor her memory, you may do so by enjoying an ice-cold root beer float, showing an unwavering love for your family and sharing the warmth of a smile. Just as she did. Sharon’s arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home, Spencer. To share a memory or offer condolences, please visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome. com. PAID OBITUARY 141789

Norma J. Plaskey, 85, of Marshallville, Ohio, formerly of Loyal, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at Wooster Community Hospital in Wooster, Ohio. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 28, 2023, at Loyal United Methodist Church in Loyal. Rev. Kathy Jury and Pastor Anthony Balistreri officiated, and burial followed in the Loyal City Cemetery. Pallbearers were her grandsons: Jimmy Plaskey, Louie Plaskey, Kyle Krasselt, Donovan Plaskey, Stevie Plaskey and Justton Plaskey. Visitation was held at the church, on Monday, from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Norma Jean Good was born on March 7, 1938, in West Salem, Wayne County, Ohio, to Ralph E. and Marguerite C. (Plummer) Good. When she was a young child, her family moved to Bruce, where she was raised and received her education, graduating from Ladysmith High School. Norma was united in marriage to James P. Plaskey on June 22, 1957, in Bruce. They resided in Bruce, where she was a homemaker and began raising their family. In 1965, they moved to Jackson, and then to Loyal in 1974. Norma spent most of her life as a homemaker, raising her children and grandchildren, and for a few years worked at the Amber Inn in Loyal. After the death of her husband, Jim, on Nov. 17, 1995, she remained in Loyal until moving to live with her daughter, Julie, in Marshallville, Ohio, in 2010. She had many interests, but especially loved reading and baking, and truck pulling with her husband. Norma will be dearly missed by her children: Lori (Kendall) Krasselt of Loyal, Karen (Rick) Mews of Loyal, Julie (George) Snyder of Marshallville, Ohio, John (Wendy) Plaskey of Tomahawk and Andrew (Rebecca) Plaskey of Loyal; 12 grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; 18 step-great-grandchildren; four step-great-great-grandchildren; and four brothers: Kenneth “Ken” Good of Marshallville, Ohio, William “Bill” Good of Cameron, Earl “Skip” (Jill) Good of Milwaukee and Walter “Punk” Good of Glen Flora; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, James P. Plaskey; grandson, Brad L. Mews; step-grandson, Ehren C. Boeger; great-granddaughter, Analiese M. Fryman-Mews; great-grandson, Jansen B. Fryman; grandson-in-law, Eric D. Fryman; step-great-granddaughter, Krya L. Fryman; one sister, Anne Good; and one brother, Eugene “Bud” Good. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Loyal, is assisting the family with arrangements.