1941-2022 Theodore E. “Butch” Goerg, 80, formerly of Medford, died Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 at The Waterford in Colby where he had resided since October of 2021. He was under the care of Heartland Hospice at the time of his death. As per Butch’s wishes, no services will be held. Butch was born June 9, 1941 in Medford to Clarence and Lucille (Cooper) Goerg. He graduated from Medford Area Senior High, then proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1959 until his honorable discharge in 1963. In 1965, Butch married Carol Anderson in Medford. They had one daughter, Debbie. They later divorced. He is survived by his daughter, Debbie Goerg of Medford; and a brother, Fred (Marilyn) Goerg of Clayton, N.C. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his nephew, Derek Goerg. In honor of Butch, memorials may be made to the veterans’ organization of your choice. 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 117468

1925-2022 Vear Dean Laabs, age 96, of Colby, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022 at The Waterford at Colby under the tender care of Heartland Hospice. A Graveside Service will be held in the spring at Pine Hill Cemetery in Curtiss. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby is entrusted with the arrangements. Vear Dean was born on Aug. 8, 1925 in Green Grove. She graduated Valedictorian from Abbotsford High School in 1943. Vear Dean later served on the Abbotsford School Board for 25 years. She was united in marriage to Fred “Fritz” Laabs and he preceded her in death in 1997. She worked for 35 years at Abbotsford Hardware as a bookkeeper. Vear Dean was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Curtiss. She was an avid reader and an awesome cook. Vear Dean bowled for 50 years with her good friends and loved going to the casino with family and friends. Vear Dean is survived by her three children, Steve (Annette) Laabs, Paul Laabs and Nancy (Darrell) Degenhardt; four grandchildren, Mike (Jo) Rosciam, Eric (Cathy) Rosciam, Erin (Brad) Kimmel, Talon (Rachel) Laabs; two great-grandchildren, Alexa Kimmel and Lane Laabs; step-grandchildren, Mary (Jan) and Scott (Val) Schjoneman. She is further survived by her sister-in-law, Donna Krueger; nieces; nephews; and good friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; her daughter, Patricia “Pat” Rosciam; brothers, Elroy Krueger and Lester Krueger; sister, Valoris Crement; and step-granddaughter, Kim. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid Obituary 117383

1946-2022 Gary A. Messmann, 75, of Stetsonville, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022 at Abbotsford Healthcare Center, under the care of Hope Hospice. A celebration of life will take place at the Stetsonville Centennial Hall on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2022 from 1:30 p.m. until 4 p.m. Gary was born on July 28, 1946 to Herman Sr. and Ella (Bauman) Messmann in the Township of Little Black. After his schooling he worked for the family business. He then went on to work for Brecke Mink Ranch and lastly the Dorchester Coop until his retirement. He was united in marriage to Janice Neuman on June 18, 1988 in Medford; she survives. Gary enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, watching the Green Bay Packers, playing cards, and spending time with his family. Gary is survived by his wife, Janice Messmann of Stetsonville; daughter, Melissa (Thomas) Zak of Stetsonville; grandchildren, Chelsea (Brandon Mallo) Zak, Megan (Jed) Peissig, Jordan Zak, and Holly (Ethan Kramas) Zak; great-grandson, Jackson Kramas; sisters, Marlene Vircks and Betty Vircks; sisters-in-law, Ruth Messmann and Susie Messmann. Gary is further survived by other family and friends. Gary was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, David Messmann, Herman Messmann Jr., Joyce Raasch; brothers-in-law, Marlin Vircks, Bill Raasch, and Jack Vircks; parents-in-law Jim Sr. and Ruby Neuman. 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 117474

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1961-2022 Peter D. Albrecht, 61, Athens, passed away after a long battle with cancer on Feb. 26, 2022 surrounded by his loving family under the care of Hope Hospice. Visitation will be held at Peterson Kraemer Funeral Home in Athens on Friday, Mar. 4 from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. The funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Mar. 5 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens with visitation from 9 a.m. until time of services at the church. Rev. George Graham will preside. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Peter’s memory may be directed to the Athens FFA, Athens Acres 4-H and St. Jude. He was born Feb. 6, 1961, with the most beautiful blue eyes, at St. Mary’s in Wausau, son of Nancy (Morse) Albrecht and the late Earl Albrecht. Peter was a hardworking farmer and Vice President of Albrecht Family Farms. He also owned PBA Trucking and hauled milk from Double P Dairy. He always had a drive to innovate, invent and improve farming, a skill he learned from his Grandpa Sanford. A skill he worked hard to pass on to others. In his younger years, he worked hard to invent new equipment to improve the process of growing and harvesting ginseng. In the last few years, he worked with his son Willie on a process to grow corn under biodegradable film, a project he was involved in right to the end. One of his greatest achievements was getting a patent on a machine to lay film with his son Willie. When it comes to thinking outside the box, Peter was one that never knew the box existed. He enjoyed being with family and friends, going on vacations, heading to Holcombe by his camper on the weekends, taking his Gator on UTV rides and was always the life of the party. Survivors include his mother, Nancy Albrecht; children, Crystal (Mathew) Sebold, Willie (Carrie) Albrecht, Ashley (Connor) Gharrity, Lindsey Albrecht and fiancé Bryce Schilling, Emily Albrecht and fiancé Mason Halopka; grandchildren, Makenna and Ava Sebold, Lucy, Henry, Arlee, Natalie and Ellie Albrecht, and Charlie Gharrity; siblings, Louise (Jeff) Ellenbecker, Michael (Sandra) Albrecht, Karen (Alan) Schmitt, Norbert (Karen) Albrecht, Lisa (Andrew) Spahn, Denise (Steven) Balz, Dennis (Noreen) Albrecht; former spouses, Kelly Albrecht and Barb Albrecht. The family would like to thank Hope Hospice in Medford; friend, Jody Baeseman, who helped care for Peter throughout his battle, all those of you that prayed, sent cards and well wishes. Many thanks to Dr. Ahuja and the staff from the Cancer Center and Oncology Unit at Aspirus. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. Paid Obituary 117418

1937-2022 Sharon Beilfuss, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022 at Country Gardens in Medford where she had resided since 2018. A Funeral Mass took place at 11 a.m. at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, Mar. 1. Burial followed at Holy Rosary Cemetery. Visitation took place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, Mar. 1 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Sharon was born on Apr. 20, 1937, in Medford to Gerald and Evelyn (Olson) Fahrenbach and attended Medford public schools graduating in 1955. On July 27, 1956, she married Leo Beilfuss and they were together 62 years before Leo’s passing in 2019. She frequently enjoyed a cup of coffee and stories with her many friends who she appreciated so much. Sharon always welcomed new neighbors and the house was often filled with the friends of her children or old relatives who stopped by for a quick visit. Everyone was considered an important part of the family. Contributing to the community she lived in was important to Sharon who was active in the Friends of the Downtown and Friends of the Library. Art was also a big part of her life. Oil or watercolor paintings in various stages of completion were always on an easel in the living room. She was fond of gardening, ceramics, crafts, quilting, movies and attending performances of area arts. Sharon worked at Memorial Hospital of Taylor County and then Mid-Wisconsin Bank until her retirement. Sharon and Leo raised five children with humor and tolerance. They created a safe and loving environment for Scott (Norma) of Grand Junction, Colo., Ann Schiefelbien (Tim) of Strum, Patrick (Tracy) of Menomonie, Doug (Patty) of Madison, and Justin of Redwood Valley, Calif. She is survived by her children; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. Sharon’s family would like to thank Country Gardens for their compassionate care over the last four years. Memorial contributions in Sharon’s honor can be made to the Frances L. Simek Memorial Library. 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 117428

1938-2022 Stanley D. Warminski, Jr., 84 of Stanley, died Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022 at Marshfield Hospital. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, Mar. 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Plombon Funeral Home, Stanley. Burial will follow on Monday, March 7 in the Oakland Cemetery at 11 a.m. after a visitation from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the funeral home. He was born on Feb. 17, 1938 to the late Kate (Pawlik) and Stanley Warminski, Sr. Stan grew up on the family farm and married his childhood sweetheart Cynthia Lockhart on June 20, 1958 in Neillsville. Stan logged and farmed during his working years, and had two sons, Stanley III and Steve. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, driving tractor, and listening to polka music. His favorite polka band was Cynor Polka Band and his favorite song was Pillow That You Dream On. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Cindy; two sons, Stan (Donna) Warminski III and Steve Warminski both of Stanley; grandchildren, Rachel (Ben) Potaczek, Craig (Mindy) Warminski, Elaina (Jacob) Hoffstatter, Clint Warminski, Steven (Alicia) Warminski and Stephanie (Kraig James) Warminski; 4 great-grandchildren, Brady, Lauren, Megan and Ryan and many nieces and nephews. He is further survived by Cynthia’s siblings, Sam and Linda Lockhart of Wausau, Dan Lockhart of Colorado Springs, Walter Lockhart of Cornell, Charlie Wilbur of Stanley, and Marian Lockhart of Abbotsford. Stan was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Amelia Malecki, Edna Podolak and Eugenia Wisnewski; and one brother, Eugene. Paid Obituary 117419