Paid obituary 139846 Silvaline Pickruhn, age 106, died Tuesday, July 18, 2023, at Athenian Assisted Living, Athens. Silvaline was born April 7, 1917, in the Town of Rib Falls to the late Bernard and Emma (Huehnerfuss) Brandt. Silvaline married Harley Pickruhn on June 3, 1939, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, Rib Falls. Together they had two sons: Jerome and Cyrus. Silvaline and Harley farmed in the Town of Hamburg until 1966 when they moved to Wausau. There she set up her weaving loom, making beautiful rag rugs for family and friends, with Harley sewing and her working the loom. In their earlier years they traveled to various states, along with a special trip to Germany. Summers were always spent at their cottage ‘Up North’. Silvaline is survived by her sister, Pearl Sekorski, Wausau; daughterin- laws: Carol Pickruhn, Marathon and Lorraine Pickruhn-France, Boise, Idaho; grandchildren: David Pickruhn (Marathon), Barb (Korey) Kaldunski, Athens, Dale (Terese) Pickruhn, Wausau, Jody (Tina) Pickruhn, Ishpeming, Mich., and Stacy (Arthur Eslinger) Pickruhn, Boise, Idaho; great-grandchildren: Tarrah (Anthony) Bennish, Briah (Christopher) Perry, Megan (Taylor) Chappel, Logan Pickruhn, Quinn & Zeke Eslinger, Miles & Foster Pickruhn and great-great-grandchildren: Grant, Alayna, Jace & Sylvia, with two more on the way; and many extended family and friends. Silvaline was preceded in death by her husband, Harley; her two sons: Jerome and Cyrus; her brothers and their wives: Lewellyn (Mabel) Brandt, Lawrence (Anita) Brandt, Levi (Ethel) Brandt, Marvin Brandt, Milton (Arlene) Brandt, Ervin (Helen) Brandt, Lilas (Eileen) Brandt and Walter (Marion) Brandt; her sister, Clarice (Harold) Kopplin, and her brother-inlaw, John Sekorski. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 21, 2023, at St. Peter Lutheran Church, 135237 CTH Road A, Marathon. Pastor Will Ostrem presided. Burial was in the church cemetery. Friends called at 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. The family would like to extend a heartfelt word of thanks to her special friend, Ellen, for her daily visits, and Lori & Lisa and all the staff and residents at Athenian Assisted Living for their care and friendship to Silvaline during her time there. Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and even though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the goal of your faith, the salvation of your soul. 1 Peter 1: 8-9. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens, is in charge of arrangements.

Robert Harold Ulrich, 92, lifelong resident of Stratford, passed away on July 18, 2023, at Stoney River Assisted Living, Marshfield. Born at his parents’ home in Stratford on February 21, 1931, Bob was the eldest son to Walter and Florence (Untiet) Ulrich. He graduated from Stratford High School Class of 1949 and began working as a bookkeeper for Klemme Sales. On May 23, 1953, he married his high school sweetheart Donetta Marie Oertel at Zion Lutheran Church, Stratford. Bob began his business entrepreneurship in Stratford with teenage jobs at the canning factory, lumber company, bowling alley and movie theatre. He incorporated local businesses (Stratford Turkeys, Ulrich Feeds, Ulrich Bus Service, General Shoe.) He was involved in the Lions Club and Elks Club. He was elected to the Stratford area school board and hosted several foreign exchange students at his home on Elm Street. As a lifelong Lutheran, Bob served on the church council and helped start Germanfest, an annual fundraiser. As a Luther League advisor in the mid 1970’s, he initiated the first ecumenical service featuring “He Lived the Good Life.” He also enjoyed dancing, fishing, hunting, bowling, golf and playing cards. Bob took the opportunity to travel around the world, mixing business trips with his treasured hobbies. Bob used his organizational skill to bring people back to Stratford as he arranged class reunions, family gatherings and community events. He was a generous man who enjoyed good conversation and was grateful for the many blessings he encountered. Robert is survived by his five children: Dale (Adele) Ulrich of Phoenix, Ariz., Cheryl (Bob) Martines of St. Charles, Ill., Lori (Don) Uthmeier of Stratford, Beth (Tom) Griffith of Venice, Fla., and Jody (Chad) Arnow of Dayton, Ohio. Blessed with ten grandchildren, Bob celebrated their school/church events as he was very proud of their milestone accomplishments. His surviving grandchildren are Alec Martines, Amanda (Tom) Bird, Annie Martines; Karl, Sam, Henry Uthmeier; Matt, Jake Griffith; Nate, Grace Arnow. Bob is also survived by his sister, Bonnie (Pat) Buchberger, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 68 years, Donetta; his brother, Fritz; sister-in-law Nancy Ulrich, and sister-in-law Jeanine (Huebner) Martinson. A memorial service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Stratford at noon on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, with the Rev. Amy Heinz presiding. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service. Interment will follow at Zion Lutheran Church cemetery. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent online to www.rembsfh.com. Paid obituary 139858

Maurita “Murt” Burke, 89, beloved wife of the late Dennis L. Burke, passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2023. Murt was born on August 29, 1933, in Richland Center, daughter of the late Gerald and Mabel (Hoffman) Johnson. She worked with her husband at Clearfield Cheese for many years. In her spare time she enjoyed watching golf and knew many of the golfers by name. She loved to play Sheepshead, and crocheting. Murt was also proud to take care of her lawn until she could no longer do it. Murt enjoyed having a “cold one” and always preferred a heavy beer. She was a longtime member of Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church. She will be fondly remembered for her quirky sense of humor. Murt is survived by two children: Denise (Steven) Seubert and Christopher (MaryJo Allen) Burke; two grandsons: Terry (Jennifer) Seubert and Keith (Betheny) Seubert, along with six great-grandchildren: Addyson, Rolland, Ryker, Boden, Soren and Coley Seubert. Murt leaves two brothers: Jim (Marion) Johnson and Virgil (Sharon) Johnson; a sisterin- law, Norma Jansen, along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 29, from 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Stettin. A memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Stettin Christian Cemetery. Helke Funeral Home of Wausau has been entrusted with arrangements. Murt’s family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Interium Hospice for the care given to her in her final days. Paid obituary 138603

Beverly Jean Lucas (Kaskavitch), 80, of Wausau, passed away on July 13, 2023, in her hometown. She was born on October 14, 1942, in Wausau. Beverly is survived by her husband, Charles Lucas; her daughter, Juli Harger (Kendall); son, Chuck Lucas (Lisa); siblings: Harold Kaskavitch (Sue), Bill Kaskavitch (Denys) and Carol Schmidt (Tony); grandchildren: Lucas Harger (Trina), Christian Harger (Nicola), Alex Harger, Glory Parlier (Zach), CJ Lucas (Anna) and Elly McKinney (Matt); great-grandsons: Aiden Harger, Hudson Harger, Arlo Harger and Dane Parlier. She is also survived by a niece, Raquel Fout (Scott) and nephews: Joel Kaskavitch and Matthew Kaskavitch (Stephanie). Beverly wass preceded in death by her father, Wallace Kaskavitch, mother, Bernice Jobs, stepfather, Wallace Jobs, and sister, Renae Kaskavitch. Beverly, known for her kindness, selflessness, and love for her family, touched the lives of many. She will be remembered for her unwavering love of Jesus, freely sharing her faith with others, and special devotional times spent with her husband Charles. Beverly was deeply cherished by her family and friends, who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts. Beverly’s gift giving was a wonderful illustration of the individual love for each member of her family. She took the time and patience to choose the perfect gift to surprise and delight each one. Examples from Christmas include an Atari game console for her son so he could play the “latest” video games at home, and blue suede shoes for her daughter with a tag reading “From: Elvis” as a clue. Professionally, Beverly filled many roles, but especially enjoyed her time in the real estate industry. Her dedication and expertise made her a trusted and respected figure in the field. Beverly will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Her legacy of love, generosity, resilience, loyalty and class will forever live on in our hearts. A memorial service was held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at 3 p.m. at Brainard Funeral Home Weston Chapel, 5712 Memorial Ct., Weston, WI 54476. Visitation was from 1 p.m. until the hour of service at Brainard Funeral Home Weston Chapel. Paid obituary 139610

Brenda K. Schmidt, age 64, of Wausau, passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, at her home under the tender care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 22, 2023, at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Wausau. Rev. Gary Schultz will preside. A visitation will be held from 4 until 8 p.m. on Friday, July 21, and from 9 a.m. until time of service all at the church. A live stream will be available for those unable to attend on the Maurina Schilling Funeral Home Facebook page or after the service anytime on Facebook or the website. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. Brenda was born on April 19, 1959, the daughter of Charles and Joanne (Singstock) Luther in Oak Park, Ill. She graduated from Abbotsford High School in 1977. On June 30, 1979, Brenda was united in marriage to Edwin Schmidt at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Edgar. She worked as a senior business rater for Wausau Insurance, which became Liberty Mutual, for 37 years. Brenda will be remembered for her big smile, heart and personality, along with her booming laugh and strong faith. She was always there to support her family, from getting her boys to school activities, cheering them on in whatever sport they were playing, to getting the family together for special occasions with, of course, delicious home-cooked meals. She was an incredible mom, and fiercely loved all of her family. She didn’t let a birthday or special occasion go by without a handwritten card, always complete with perfect penmanship. When she was diagnosed with cancer 10 and a half years ago, she put together a bucket list, which led to many travels, including national parks, the outerbanks of North Carolina, Alaska, and New York City to see the Radio City Rockettes at Christmas time. One of her last big trips was to Tucson, Ariz., to gather with high school friends. Brenda is survived by her husband of 44 years, Edwin; three sons: Derek Schmidt (fiancée, Rachel) of Wausau, Kirk Schmidt of Appleton and Luke (Rachel) Schmidt of Altoona; one granddaughter, Olivia; two stepgrandchildren: Jordan and Anders; her mother, Joanne Luther of Athens; four brothers and sisters: Cynthia (Greg) Raube of Reeseville, Mark (Julie) Luther of Spencer, Brian (Kathy) Luther of Athens and Sara Luther of Wausau; and a brother-in-law, Allan Faude of Withee. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles; her sister, Karen Faude; and her grandparents: Guy and Fay Luther and Albert and Theresa Singstock. The family would like to thank Dr. Christopher Peterson and the entire staff at Aspirus Cancer Center for their continuous care over the years. While going through chemo, Brenda looked forward to the cards of encouragement. We would also like to thank Aspirus Home Hospice for their care during her final days. Family and friends may express condolences online at www. maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 139623_2