1924-2022 Gertrude Berniece “Gertie” Pinkert (Dunkel), age 97, a former Medford Area resident, passed away on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Pleasant View Nursing Home where she was a resident for the past seven years. Gertie was born on Aug. 6, 1924, in Perkinstown, to Richard and Louise (Dunkel) Hensel. Because her mother died during her birth, she was adopted and raised by her maternal uncle and aunt, Ernest and Emma Dunkel. She graduated from Hannibal High School where she met her future husband, Oliver Pinkert. Gertie and Oliver were married on May 20, 1944, in Medford, a few weeks before he shipped off for basic training at Camp Blanding, Fla. Gertie was part of the Greatest Generation. She endured the hardness of the Great Depression and became a wartime bride, having to wait until her husband returned after WWII from Europe to start a life together. She was a strong, hardworking woman who worked alongside her husband on the family farm, first in the Township of Grover and then in the Township of Browning. She was not afraid to work outside the home as well to make ends meet for her family. Gertie worked for a time processing mink pelts in Hamburg and then took a job at Phillips Plastics in Medford, where she worked until retirement. She was a friend to many and a lover of life. She enjoyed playing cards, traveling, and working Sudoku puzzles. She will be greatly missed by her surviving children, Tonda (Tim) Werner of Phillips, Edwin Pinkert of Medford, Talora (Steve) Zank of Cottage Grove, Wis., and Roger (Diane) Pinkert of Mansfield, Texas; 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, three step great-grandchildren and four step great-great grandchildren. Gertie was preceded in death by her husband, Oliver; her sisters, Erna (Lyle) Wedin and Edith (Patrick) Clough; and her brother, Richard Hensel. A memorial service will be held at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services in Medford on Saturday, June 18 at 11 a.m. The Rev. David Elleman will officiate. Visitation will take place at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday, June 18. A meal will be served at the Grover Town Hall in Perkinstown following the service. After the meal, interment of her cremated remains will take place at the Hannibal Cemetery, Township of Cleveland, Taylor County. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions go to Pleasant View Nursing Home in Gertie’s honor. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice. com. Paid Obituary 122032

1972-2022 Alison C. “Ali” Snyder, 50, of Marshfield, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 at her residence. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date. Alison was born on Feb. 17, 1972 in Stanley, Wis. to David Snyder and Nancy McLeod Snyder. She was a 1990 graduate of Medford High School. In 1998, Alison accomplished her greatest and proudest achievement, becoming a mother to her two beautiful twins. In 2003 she received her Associates Degree in Supervisory Management. Her smile and amazing personality touched the lives of many! Her love of family, animals and writing were her passions in life. She is survived by her children, Rachel and Sara Krenn; her mother, Nancy McLeod; her father, David Snyder; and her brother, Darby Shannon (Brian). Condolences may be sent online to www. rembsfh.com. Paid Obituary 122038

1931-2022 Sandra J. Gums, age 90, of Tomahawk, passed away on Sunday, May 29, 2022, at Tomahawk Health Services. Sandy was born in Omaha, Neb., on June 28, 1931, to Harry Johnson and Edna Anderson. She was married to Robert Gums on Aug. 28, 1950; he survives. Graveside services for Sandra Gums were held on Friday, June 3, at 10 a.m., at the Lakeview Cemetery in Rib Lake. Generations Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family. Sandy was a 1949 graduate of the Pequot Lakes High School in Minnesota. After graduation, she met and married the love of her life and together, they owned and operated Gums Painting Service in Rib Lake, WI, where Sandy was the secretary and bookkeeper. Sandy was a dedicated wife, mother, and homemaker who enjoyed cooking, gardening, crossword puzzles, and watching the birds. In their younger years, they spent many weekends snowmobiling with friends. Above all, Sandy cherished time spent with her family and truly enjoyed supporting her daughter’s activities throughout high school and later with her grandchildren’s activities. Survivors include her husband of over 71 years, Robert Gums; her daughter, Paula (Jody) Gebauer; and her grandchildren, Samantha, Sara, Jessica, and Megan. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two sons, Craig and Mark. You may view Sandy’s obituary and leave online condolences at generationsfuneral.com. Paid Obituary 121932

1930-2022 Helen F. Bahr, 91, of Colby, formerly of Medford, died peacefully on Saturday, June 4, 2022 at The Waterford Assisted Living in Colby. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, June 9 at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Medford with the Rev. Daniel Iwinski officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen I Cemetery, Medford. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Thursday at the church. Helen was born June 18, 1930 in Medford to Helen (Simek) and Frank Bucki. On Oct. 9, 1948, she married Emil Bahr. Once married, Helen and Emil took over her parent’s farm in the town of Browning and farmed there for many years. Helen then worked at Eddie’s Bake Shop from 1978-1993, and then at the Sandbox Daycare until she retired at the age of 79. Helen enjoyed polka music, playing poker and having Tuesday night card parties, going to the casino, and taking trips with family. Survivors include five children, Lorna (Wallace) Walters of Athens, Duane “Duce” (Lynette) Bahr of Goodrich, Sandra “Sandy” (Duane) Zugier of Abbotsford, Myron Bahr of Medford, Rhonda Bahr of Medford; a sister, Stella Bucki of Downers Grove, Ill.; 13 grandchildren, Scott (Michelle) Walters, Tim Walters, Kristi (Joe Westfall) Walters, Randy (Suzanne) Walters, Dave (Tracy) Hraby, Jason (Trisha) Hraby, Ryan (Jackie) Bahr, Julie (Bob) Rollins, April (Darrell) Weiler, Jerry (Amy) Zugier, Lisa (Jason) Kunze, Seth Bahr, and special granddaughter and caregiver, Courtney (Dave Tischendorf) Bahr; 26 great grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren and two on the way! She is further survived by many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Emil; siblings, Walter, John, Theodore, Emil, Edward, Frances and a brother in infancy. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice. com. Paid Obituary 121930

1930-2022 Rudy Charles Jaeger, 92, of Gilman, passed away June 3, 2022 at the Chippewa Falls Veteran’s Home in Chippewa Falls, Wis. A graveside service will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, June 17 with Military Honors at the Meadowbrook Cemetery in Gilman. Rudy was born Feb. 18, 1930 in the Town of Ford to the late Carl and Mary (Sedivy) and Carl Jaeger. Rudy grew up on the family farm near Gilman, and graduated from Gilman high school. Rudy joined the Army in 1948 and served in Korea with the Army 10th Core Engineer (Combat) Battalion. After the Army, Rudy joined the Wisconsin National Guard full time and worked at the armories in Stanley, Eau Claire, and Chippewa Falls until his retirement. In total, Rudy served 33.5 years. He was proud to be retired Army. After retirement, Rudy spent most of his time working with his brother Ray. Whether in the woods, sawing lumber, making maple syrup, or in the repair shop, one could usually find him at Ray’s. At the end of the day, he loved to stop at a local tavern and talk with friends over a few beers. A virtual encyclopedia, he would know something about most any subject. Quick with a joke or remark, Rudy was known and endeared by many. Rudy is survived his siblings, Wilma Mravik of Gilman, Ray Jaeger of Gilman, and many nieces and nephews. Rudy was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Lydia. Any memorials can be directed to a local hospice agency of your choice. Paid Obituary 121959

1931-2022 Marvel Jean Marquardt, 90, of West Bend was called home to be with her Lord on June 3, 2022. In honor of her wishes, no services will be held. Marvel was born on Aug. 3, 1931, the daughter of the late William and Margaret (Shepard) Marquardt. Marvel married Arthur W. Marquardt on Dec. 30, 1950. They spent most of their 71 years together in West Bend. She enjoyed taking care of all her grandchildren and she will be dearly missed by them. In addition to her husband, she, is survived by her four children, Arthur P. (Monica) Marquardt, Diane Loggins, Nancy (Gerald) Bengry, and Sandy Marquardt; her seven grandchildren; nine greatgrandchildren; other relatives and friends. The Myrhum-Patten Funeral and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Marvel’s arrangements. Additional information and online guestbook may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com. Paid Obituary 122001