1963-2021 Linda A. (Pepke) Beran, age 58, of Milan, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 at her home. After a long battle with pancreatic cancerher fight is over! She went home to be with the Lord. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021 at Saint Thomas Catholic Church in Milan. Father George Graham will officiate. Interment to follow at Saint Thomas Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Friday. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home of Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. She was born on June 28, 1963, the daughter of Carlon and Virginia (Weiler) Pepke. Linda’s Greatest Blessings were her family and friends. She treasured time spent with her husband, Cary; her sons, Jordan and Tyler; daughters-in-law, Jackie and Samantha; and 5 amazing grandchildren: Kelsi, Alexis, Jacob, Cashten and Sawyer. Linda also enjoyed flowers. Her yard was full of beautiful planters and flowerbeds every summer. She also enjoyed growing vegetables in her raised gardens and feeding/observing the birds. She cherished the time spent on family vacations, especially out west in the mountains. Linda worked at several places over the years and treasured the many friendships that remain. She is survived by her husband, Cary; sons, Jordan (Jackie) Beran, Tyler (Samantha) Beran; 5 grandchildren, Kelsi, Alexis, Jacob, Cashten and Sawyer; step-mother, Darlene Pepke; sisters, Brenda (Brian) Hedlund, Sue (Ed) Pernsteiner; brothers, Brad (Kathy) Pepke, Jeff (Nick) Stark, Mike (Ali) Stark and Patrick Stark; mother-in-law, Caroline Beran; brothers and sisters-in-law, Frank (Cindy) Beran Jr., Norman (Sharon) Beran, Mike (Cindy) Beran, and Robin (Deb) Beran; many beloved nephews; nieces; aunts; uncles; cousins; and extended family and friends. Treasured family that passed before her are, father, Carlon Pepke; mother, Virginia (Weiler) Pepke; grandparents, Victor and Mary (Lavicka) Weiler, and Otto and Helen (Kleinschmidt) Pepke; sisters, Lisa and Lori Pepke; and father-in-law: Frank Beran Sr. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid Obituary 113724

1948-2021 Alice L. Banks, 73, of Dorchester, formerly of Medford, died Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. No services will be held. Alice was born Oct. 1, 1948 in Medford to Lorraine (Higgins) and Matthew Gengler Sr. She graduated from Medford High School, class of 1968. On Oct. 14, 1973, Alice married Ronald Banks. They resided in Medford where Alice worked as a CNA in home health care, and she also babysat many children in her home. Once retired, she and Ronald moved to Dorchester where they currently resided. Alice enjoyed cooking, baking, flower gardening and collecting dolls. At one time, she had over 1500 dolls! She is survived by her husband, Ronald of Dorchester; son, Christopher (Maria) Banks of Medford; siblings, Peggy Obernberger of Stratford, Terry (Cindy) Gengler of Chippewa Falls, Matt (Sue) Gengler of Perkinstown, Vicki Gengler of Bloomer; sister-in-law, Patty Gengler of Perkinstown; grandchildren, Erica and Janel Banks; her best friend, Mary; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Thomas Gengler; and a brother-in-law, Dale Obernberger. 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 113773

1930-2021 Bonnie Adams of Medford was called home to be with her Savior on Nov. 18, 2021 at the age of 90. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Nov. 27, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Centennial Community Center in Stetsonville. Time of remembrance will begin at 11:30 a.m. and lunch will be served starting at noon. Bonnie (Batchelder) Adams was born on Dec. 27, 1930 in Illiopolis, Ill. where she spent the early years of her life. On Sept. 5, 1948, Bonnie married the love of her life, Gene Adams. During their first six years of marriage, they welcomed four baby boys to the family while running a supermarket which they owned in Sullivan, Ill. In 1954, they sold their market, moved, and purchased a 120 acre farm located in the Holway township in Wis. While living on the farm, Bonnie and Gene welcomed three daughters to their growing family and continued to expand their dairy farm over the next 34 years. Bonnie’s biggest pastime and love was taking care of her family which included making fresh homemade bread, cinnamon rolls, pies and delicious home cooked meals. Her family and the neighborhood kids were always well fed. She also planted, weeded and harvested two large gardens and would can hundreds of quarts of beans, peas, peaches, pears, applesauce, pickles and relish. In her free time, she spent a fair amount of time sewing outfits for her girls and mending the boys’ pants. While raising her family, Bonnie was actively involved with the Owen Alliance church. She taught Sunday School classes to kids and adults for many years. She was also the treasurer for the church. Bonnie was an avid speaker and spoke at many Christian gatherings, spreading God’s word. In 1989, Bonnie and Gene decided to retire from farming and they moved to Pearce, Ariz. where Gene built Bonnie their new home. Bonnie was the book keeper for Gene’s flea market but in her free time she pursued her love of quilting. She pieced together and hand sewed over 300 quilts, making sure that each of her children and each grandchild received one. She continued to garden and tend her flowers and plants in Arizona. She definitely had a green thumb. Bonnie also loved to read. She read most, if not all of Louis L’Amour’s western books along with countless other books. In 2014, Gene and Bonnie moved back to Wis. to be closer to their family and resided in Stetsonville. Upon losing her husband, Bonnie moved into an assisted living facility in Medford. Bonnie attributed her successful marriage of 71 years and her long prosperous life to God, as she always kept Christ first in everything she did. Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband Gene in 2019. Bonnie will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by four sons, Mike (Sue) of Rainsville, Ala., Steve (Adele), Rodney (Nancie), Jake (Amy) all of Holway; three daughters, Jean (Brian) Boyles of Mosinee; Gayle (David) Baehr of Withee; Sarah (Brian) Holtz of Holway along with 22 grandkids, 54 great-grandkids and 6 great-great grandkids. Paid Obituary 113684

1927-2021 Marjorie A. “Marge” Boxrucker, 94, of the town of Deer Creek, Taylor County died peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at home while under the care of Hope Hospice. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville with the Rev. Richard Russow officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband, Clarence “Windy”, at Zion Ev. Lutheran Cemetery in Stetsonville. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 26 at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home in Medford, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Zion Ev. Lutheran Church. Marge was born April 24, 1927 in the town of Little Black to Christian and Matilda (Hemberger) Waldhart. She graduated from Medford High School, class of 1945. She graduated with a B.S. in Education from UW-Stevens Point, and taught elementary education in Colby, Stetsonville and Unity schools for over 35 years. On July 24, 1946, she married Clarence “Windy” Boxrucker at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville. They resided in Stetsonville for their entire marriage. Marge enjoyed bowling, curling, flower gardening, watching sports, especially football and baseball. She was a talented quilter and made numerous quilts for her loved ones that they cherish dearly. She also made several Quilts of Valor for veterans, particularly the WWII veterans in Stetsonville. She is survived by five children, Judith (Warren) Vircks of Cudahy, Jayne Ehlert, Jay (Karen) Boxrucker, Jina (Robert) Lange, all of Medford, Jeffry (Diane) Boxrucker of Norman, Okla.; 17 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; three great-greatgrandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence “Windy” Boxrucker on Jan. 31, 2020; a son, John “Jack” Boxrucker in 2019; brothers, Galen and Duane Waldhart; a sister, Ruth Mary Thornberry; and son-in-law, Gene Ehlert in 2015. In lieu of flowers, memorials may go to Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville or to Hope Hospice. If you have one of Marge’s cherished quilts, the family would ask that you please bring them to the funeral service on Saturday to be displayed at church. 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 113746

1947-2021 Edward John Haynes, 74, was taken from our lives too soon as a result of COVID-19 complications on Nov. 11, 2021. Edward loved to talk to everyone about his creator and the future hope found at Revelation 21:3,4 and Acts 24:15. He looks forward to a time when all things will be made new and rests until that future promise. A scriptural memorial service will be held via Zoom on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021 at 2 p.m. CST and will be officiated by Clint Boettcher of the North Wausau Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Born on Feb. 13, 1947 in Chicago, Ill., the middle child of five and only son to Curlee and Rose (Cavaleri) Haynes. Edward married his beloved wife, Linda Fay (Kolnik) Haynes on Dec. 27, 1969 in Chicago, Ill. Linda’s love, compassion, competitiveness and intuitiveness made them an indispensable pair. Edward and Linda called the beautiful and peaceful North Woods of Phillips, Wis. home for more than 45 years. In Phillips, Edward was self-employed and recently retired from his personal HVAC business. While humble, he was known by many as a modern-day Renaissance Man; a designer, inventor, often creating efficient ways to accomplish the impossible. Edward was lively, loving and generous. His energy was unmatched whether it was to finish a job, tell a story, take a family trip or play a simple game of dominos. Edward brought warmth wherever he went and made a lasting impression in such a way that individuals wanted to be a part of his antics. The greatest part of life is spending it on something that will outlast it, and Edward (Dad, Grandpa) embodied that by devoting himself to his family and his relationships. Edward is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda Fay (Kolnik) Haynes; seven children, Tifney Haynes, Jesse (Keira Lynda) Haynes, Kelly Haynes, Valarie (Jon) Teppo, Kristopher Austin Haynes, ‘A Havahla (Austin) Haynes-Brobst, Lauren (Spencer) Haynes-Moore; five grandchildren, Corey Tyler Henninger, Tyler Elizabeth Brower, Riley Nikkol Brower, Sophia Rose Teppo, Myles Oliver Brobst; and four sisters, Shirley (Sal) Infantino, Patricia McDonald, Fran Silva and Rosemary (Gilbert) Haynes-Aragon. He was preceded in death by his parents Curlee and Rose (Cavaleri) Haynes. Paid Obituary 113725

1961-2021 Michael “Mike” J. Hince, 60, of Medford, peacefully passed away on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital in Medford with his loving wife Lisa by his side. A funeral mass will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021 at OLPH in Whittlesey, with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 29 at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Stetsonville. Visitation will take place on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021 at OLPH from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. Mike was born on July 25, 1961 to James and Judith (Lusher) Hince in Milwaukee. Mike was a 1979 graduate from Medford Senior High School. He then graduated from A & P Mechanic National Aviation Academy in Clearwater, Fla. in 1981. He returned to Medford and worked for Strebig Auto and Gelhaus and Brost Auto as a car mechanic. He then procured his degree in airplane mechanics. He worked for Basler in Oshkosh, Allied Airlines in Marshfield, Midwest Airlines which then became Republic Airlines in Milwaukee. After leaving General Mitchell International Airport as an A & P mechanic, he procured employment as a maintenance mechanic at Premold Corp. in Oconomowoc. He returned to Medford to work as a maintenance mechanic for ATS/Caterpillar in Prentice and Marathon Cheese in Medford. He lastly worked for Kuyoth’s Klassics in Stratford as a restoration mechanic. Mike truly enjoyed auto racing and was always number 32H, deer hunting, snowmobile racing, truck pulls, and airplanes. He obtained his pilot’s license. Mike looked forward to attending the annual EAA Airshow in Oshkosh. He will be remembered for being a great companion and friend to many. He was a wonderful caregiver to his mother. He was always willing to help out his family and friends in their times of need, and fixing things when things needed fixing. Mike is survived by his wife, Lisa of Medford; stepsons, Lonnie Leu Jr. and Leslie (Hailee) Leu of Medford; one step-grandson, Landyn Leu; one sister, Beth (Richard) Karweick of Crestwood, Ky.; nieces, Lauren Perry and Emily Karweick of Crestwood, Ky., and Sarah (Kyle Thompson) Hince of Madison; and a nephew, Christopher Karweick of Crestwood, Ky. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Scott Hince. 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 113768

1953-2021 Dennis “Denny” James Engel died suddenly Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. He was born in Dorchester Oct. 26, 1953, to LeRoy and Edith “Tootie” Engel (nee Amo). A mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 10:45 a.m. at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Colby. Father D. Joseph Redfern officiated. Lunch was served immediately following the service. A private family burial will be performed in the near future. Family and friends attended visitation on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, from 4-8 p.m. at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Homes (203 North 4th Street, Abbotsford, WI) and on Wednesday at Saint Mary’s from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Denny married his high-school sweetheart Janet “Jan” Hedler Engel on Sept. 21, 1974, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Colby. Denny & Jan graduated Colby High School in 1971 and Denny attended North Central Technical College in their farm science program. In 1974, a month into his 21st year, and upon the early death of his Father, Dennis became the 3rd generation custodian of the family farm. He ran that farm, eventually adding his partner & nephew Doug Geiger, until his death marking 120 years. This proud Engel family tradition will continue under Doug. Dennis was very proud of Clark Co-Line Dairy Corporation, and it was important to him to operate it with all the modern processes of farming in the 21st century. Dennis was a proud member of the Board of Directors of Taylor Electric Cooperative, Clark Electric Cooperative & Dairyland Power Cooperative, including several terms as Chairman of the Board of Dairyland Power Cooperative. He served several terms as member of the Central Fire & EMS Board of Trustees and the Board of Education of the Colby School District. Denny served many years as the Town Chairman of Mayville. Denny enjoyed anything outside, operating the combine, hunting (deer, elk, pheasant), snowmobiling, UTV riding, softball, bowling, boating, being at his lake home, golfing, campfires, did we mention combining? He enjoyed any and all times with friends and family. In a recent high school reunion post, he answered the question what you are most proud of in your life...”my three successful, independent daughters.” Dennis is survived by Angela Engel, Abbotsford, Kristin (Rob) McMahon, Stoddard, Wis., Megan Engel, Brice Prairie, Wis; special nephew Michael (Louise) Hackel; grandchildren, Robby McMahon, III, Reagan, Madisyn & Kenadie Schraufnagel, Jaxson & Avonlea; godson Hunter Hackel; and special greatniece Natalie Hackel; sisters, Terry (Melvin) Deml, Cathy (Allan) Peissig, Barbie (Jeff) Bublitz, Deanna “Beaner” (Randy) Stockwell, Jaycine “Babe” (Gary) Geiger; and mother-in-law Dolores (nee Firnstahl) Hedler. Many cherished & highly valued friends from his youth on up, especially lifelong friend Danny Dums who appropriately, along with Doug Geiger, were with him at his death. Preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy Engel, Edith “Tootie” (nee Amo) Engel; wife, Janet “Jan” Hedler Engel; sister, Susan Marie “Susie” Newcomb; and father-in-law Donald Eugene “Jake” Hedler. Memorials may be directed to the Dennis & Jan Engel Farm Science Scholarship Trust at AbbyBank, (401 East Spruce Street, Abbotsford, WI 54405, 715223-2345). This Trust will provide assistance to Colby High School graduates pursuing careers and passions in farm science. Many lives were enriched by Denny’s friendship & generosity. Online condolences can be made to www.maurinaschilling. com. Paid Obituary 113723

1932-2021 Walter H. “Mike” Kummer, 89, of Medford, town of Browning died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at Our House Assisted Living in Medford. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at the Community United Church of Christ in Medford with Rev. Doris Ruben officiating. Military honors will follow the service at the church. Interment will be at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Saturday at the church. Mike was born May 9, 1932 in Medford to Anton and Pauline (Rudolph) Kummer. He grew up in Medford and attended area schools. Mike entered the military and served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1952-54. On Nov. 7, 1970, Mike married Sandy Daubert at the Community UCC in Medford. They resided in the town of Browning where Mike farmed. He also worked at Metzler Monuments which later became Halls Monuments. Following his retirement, Mike bartended at several local restaurants and taverns, which he enjoyed because he loved talking to people. He also liked to ride in his golf cart and putz in the yard. He took great pride in his yard and “everything in its place” in his shed. He is survived by his wife, Sandy of Medford; three children, Wally (Marsha) Kummer, Lisa (Brian) Noland, Mark (Lori) Willner, all of Medford; grandchildren, Amber (Matt) Neumueller, Tim (Kristine Dassow) Noland, Heidi (Eric) Stark, Alyssa and Hailey Willner, Matthew (Shanae) Henaman, Elizabeth Henaman, Sarah (Ben) Hamele, Gabrielle (Michael Dohrwardt) Kummer, Branden, Seth, Isaac and Braxten Kummer; great-grandchildren, Livia, Harper, Kylie, Adriian, Karsynn, Tessa, Keaton, Mara, and Jade; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Joe, Anton Jr. and John Kummer; mother and father-in-law, Marcella and Sam Daubert; and a brother-in-law, George Daubert. 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 113748

1949-2021 Yvonne F. Brunner, 72, of Perkinstown, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital, Medford. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 26 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford with Rev. Amy Heinz officiating. Interment will follow at Molitor Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Friday at the church. Yvonne was born March 24, 1949 in Rice Lake to Cyril and Opal (Murray) Mancel. She graduated from Altoona High School, then earned an Associate’s Degree in accounting from the University of Minnesota. On March 26, 1977, Yvonne married Bruce Brunner in Withee. They resided in Perkinstown for most of their marriage. Yvonne worked as a realtor in the Medford area and owned and operated Northwoods Realty for many years. She also worked for Catholic Charities, helping with bookkeeping and other areas of management. In her leisure, Yvonne liked to fish, hunt, take photos and was always helping people. Her most precious time was that spent with her family. Her family meant the world to her and she always put everyone ahead of herself. She is survived by her husband, Bruce of Perkinstown; three children, Catherine (Jake) Beilfuss of Medford, Carol (Lonnie) Nelson of Colby, Jeremy (Jennifer) Brunner of Medford; two brothers, Arliegh Leach of Medford, Leroy (Carin) Leach of Mauston; grandchildren, Kyle Firnstahl, Amanda (Jim) Newby, Jessica (Travis) Augustine, Tyler (Amanda) Firnstahl, Veronica (Colton) Belding, Brittney (Patrick) Radlinger, Bobbi Jo (Shawn Peterson) Nelson, Nathan Levenhagen, Megan Brunner, Matthew Brunner, Brandon Brunner; nine great-grandchildren, Khloie, Carter, Addison, Kya, Ava, Remi, Claira, Kentley, Harper; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Cyril Mancel; mother and stepfather, Opal and Lawrence Cardinal; and two brothers, Earl and Jerry Leach. 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 113758