Phillip John Frane, 68, Willard, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Parish in Colby on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. Interment followed at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery. Father Michael Hayden officiated. Visitation was held from 4-7 p.m. at Maurina Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford on Monday, April 17, 2023, with a Rosary service at 7 p.m., and from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday at the church. Phil was born in Marshfield, to John and Marjorie (Young) Frane, on Sept. 24, 1954. He graduated from Colby High School and furthered his education, receiving an associate degree from Fox Valley Tech. He married Lynne at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Parish in Colby on Aug. 3, 1974. He was the proud owner of Frane Body Shop since 1983. Phil sold the shop to his son on Jan. 1, 2018. Phil enjoyed hunting, boating, fishing, the outdoors and participated in shooting sports, He was an EMT (13 years) and firefighter (15 years) for Colby. He enjoyed playing organ and accordion in the Jay & Phil Polka Band from 1966-1974. In his spare time he enjoyed restoring old cars. He was a lifelong member of St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Parish, where he was a very devoted and faithful Catholic. He also served on the Board of Education for St Mary School. Phil is survived by his wife, Lynne, of 48 years; his son, Matthew (Kirsten) Frane, Unity; his daughter, Sarah (Brian) Hanson, Thorp; and five grandchildren: Brevyn Hanson, Nolan Frane, Landyn Hanson, Myah Frane and Ashlyn Hanson. He is further survived by two sisters, Marie (Daniel) Auner, Bryant and Patty (Bill) Schultz, Colby; two brothers, Greg (Char) Frane, Spencer, and Larry (Ronda) Frane, Edgar; an uncle, Louis (Joanie) Young, Colby; one brother-in-law; three sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother-in-law. Friends may send online condolences to maurinaschilling.com PAID OBITUARY 134934

Helen Jeanette Rohde, 84, an angel on this earth, entered her new duties as an angel in heaven with her family by her side April 15, 2023, at Woodland Hills in Hudson. Helen was born Aug. 29, 1938, in Ashland, to Robert and Minnette (Thompson) Stewart. She graduated from Greenwood High School in 1957, where she was a leader in cheerleading, music, band, plays and many other high school activities. She attended UW-Stevens Point and then nurse’s training in Marshfield. She was married to Gary Rohde on June 18, 1960, and soon after resided in Colby. She also lived in Madison, but spent the majority of her life residing in River Falls. Helen was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: Minnette (Stewart) Jepson, Robert Stewart, Glen Stewart, Keith Stewart, Duane Stewart, Marylou (Stewart) Decker and Lloyd Stewart; and father- and mother-in-law, Gilbert and Lucille Rohde. Helen is survived by her sons, Dean (Laurie), Doug (Pam) and Steve (Crystal); her grandchildren: Jackson (Ali), Mason, Kaitlyn, Madison, Maxx and Whitney; and and her great-grandchildren: Tenley and Wade; and many other family members. Helen’s full-time job was a homemaker, which she excelled at in every way. As her children were older and in school, she spent time working as a substitute teacher, librarian, dental assistant and managed multi-family housing that she and Gary owned. She was widely known as a lady full of energy, that would provide most of her free time to civic and public organizations. She was very involved in Music Madams, PEO Hospital Auxiliary, Meals on Wheels, and several church groups and activities. She was very musically talented with the voice of an angel and enjoyed many years singing for the church choir. Gary and Helen’s lake home in northwest Wisconsin was purchased in 1970. This was the base camp for family resort activities on the lake with their children. More weekends than not were spent at the lake, where she truly enjoyed doting over her family and friends, another activity she loved and very much excelled at. She was the ultimate hostess and took great pleasure in serving others. The most important aspect of her life was her family and sharing in their many activities. Her smile and gracious attitude were known far and wide. Helen made everyone she met feel special. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at Spirit of Grace Methodist Church in River Falls. Visitation will begin at 10:30 a.m. and the funeral will be held at 12 p.m., with a luncheon to follow the service. The visitation, funeral, and luncheon will all take place at the church located at 127 S 2nd St., River Falls. Interment will be at Greenwood Cemetery, River Falls, at a later date. Arrangements are being handled by O’Connell Funeral Home in Hudson. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Lakeview Hospice, Stillwater, or Spirit of Grace Methodist Church in River Falls. PAID OBITUARY 135236

Eldore Hildore Humke, 99, Loyal, passed away Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at Clark County Rehabilitation and Living Center, Owen. Memorial services will be announced by the family at a later date. Eldore was born July 26, 1923, in Greenwood. He attended Decker Elementary School and Greenwood High School. Eldore was united in marriage to Violet Kuester on Sept. 20, 1947. She preceded him in death on Jan. 19, 1999. For 50 years, Eldore farmed with his family at Echo Lane Dairy in the town of Warner near Greenwood. Eldore served on the Board of Directors for the Rural Electric Co-op as the treasurer for 11 years, and for two years as vice president. Eldore served on the education board for Benjamin School. Eldore organized the antique tractor display for the 2005 Farm Technology Days. Eldore was a lifetime member, sang in the men’s choir and served on the church council for Emmanuel United Church of Christ. He also sang harmony with his twin brother, Elmer, at many weddings and funerals over the years. His favorite song was “The Lord’s Prayer.” Eldore enjoyed woodworking, bird watching, hunting with family, traveling and visiting with friends and neighbors. Eldore was a kind, humble and honorable man who was well-loved and respected by his family and his community. We, Eldore’s family, would also like to express that in the days since our father’s passing, we are so grateful for all the wonderful, heartwarming stories we are hearing. Through all the tears and laughter, what we felt from everyone was the respect shown for Eldore for his kindness and honorability. Eldore gave his children a wonderful life and we always told him that we were blessed to have him as our dad. We miss him more each day, but are comforted by the feeling that he is once again in the arms of our mother, Violet, and they are waltzing across heaven to their favorite tunes. We feel privileged to have had them both as our parents, and they are now both our angels watching over us. Sadness will be replaced by precious memories. It has been said there is no death, just a change of worlds. They are now in a much better world. Eldore will be dearly missed by his son, DaNeil (Hope) Humke, Bloomer; daughter, Karlene (Tom) Krall, Big Bend; grandchildren, Josh (Dionna) Krall and Justin (Aase Quamme) Krall, Gary Rasmussen, Jessie (Dana) Genteman and Heather (Cory) Brockel; great-grandchildren, Danica and Kyla Krall, Gunner Genteman; eight nieces and nephews; and many neighbors and friends. Eldore is also survived by his second wife, Alice Walter. Eldore was preceded in death by his parents, Art and Laura (Noah) Humke; wife, Violet (Kuester) Humke; twin brother, Elmer Humke; sisters, Bernelda (Norman) Liebzeit and Loriena (Jake) Lindner; brothers-in-law, Norman Liebzeit and Jake Lindner; sisters in-law, Elvera Reineking-Fravert and Gladys (Calvin) Awe. Eldore’s family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Clark County Rehabilitation and Living Center in Owen, for their kind and compassionate care. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.cremationsociety-wi.com. PAID OBITUARY 134658

While cooking his final batch of maple syrup, Darrel “Papa” Horn, Greenwood, passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023. Funeral services were held at Immanuel United Church of Christ, rural Greenwood, on Saturday, April 1, 2023. Military rites were conducted by the Greenwood American Legion Post #238. Darrel Otto Horn was born at home on Aug. 24, 1932, to Rose E. (Hasse) and Otto M. Horn. He attended Braun Settlement School through the eighth grade and graduated from Greenwood High School in 1950. He enlisted in the U.S. Army on Jan. 7, 1955, serving until his honorable discharge on Oct. 10, 1956. Following his time in the service, he attended the Farm Short Course at UW-Madison. Darrel returned to the home farm that had been settled two generations before by his grandfather. On June 7, 1958, he married his companion for life, Lois A. Ebert. Together, they cultivated and grew the family farm, which became a Century Farm in 1984. While he valued his herd of registered Holsteins, he was most proud of his three daughters. On a portion of the home farm, he constructed a home for retirement from the lumber he harvested from his own woods. He and Lois moved to this home in 1994, when they retired from farm life. Darrel’s adventures continued in his retirement. He fished from his pond, hunted deer and had already purchased a turkey permit for this spring. He and Lois enjoyed traveling to many states and countries, harvesting a bear in northeast Wisconsin and several trophies during an African safari. Despite his love of travel and adventure, he was most at peace while in the woods enjoying wildlife, planting or harvesting trees, or tapping for syrup in his sugarbush. Spending time with his family and serving his community were extremely important to Darrel. He relished the annual trips to Birch Lakes Resort, hunting excursions, holidays, time with his grandchildren, and most recently, his three great-grandchildren. He was of great service at The Highground, Immanuel United Church of Christ, Longwood township, Greenwood Milk Products and Cooperative Services. Darrel is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lois, and their three daughters: Denise Horn of Marshfield, Amy (Brent) Horn-Delzer of Janesville, and Melanie (Neil) Bottemiller of Prior Lake, Minn.; grandchildren: Hannah (Paul) Christenson, Clark Delzer, Michaela Delzer, Laine, Leah and Logyn Bottemiller; great-grandchildren: Brenley, Summit and Vesper Christenson. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rose and Otto Horn; sister, Jean Carol; and grandson, Grant Delzer. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Greenwood, is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 134462

Gary A. Krultz, 63, Greenwood, passed away at home on Sunday, April 2, 2023. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery, located a half mile south of Willard, west on Chickadee Road, with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating. Pallbearers will be his nieces and nephews: Deb Krultz, Doug Krultz, Adam Krultz, Jim Galiger, Robert Reineke, Rodney Reineke, Justin Koschak, Michael Brierton and Brian Greenwald. A celebration of Gary’s life will immediately follow the graveside service at the Willard Athletic Club in Willard. Gary Alan Krultz was born on Oct. 19, 1959, in Marshfield, to Selvian A. and Victoria A. (Bukovec) Krultz. He was raised and received his education in Greenwood, graduating from Greenwood High School in 1977. Following high school, Gary attended UW-Oshkosh where he earned a bachelor’s degree in accounting and a master’s in business administration. He worked as an accountant for the NBC Channel 26 in Green Bay, before moving back to Greenwood. Gary worked several years for Northside Elevator in Loyal and was currently employed with Joe’s Refrigeration in Withee. He was a member of the Granton Antique Tractor Club, and had many interests including going on tractor rides, collecting toy tractors, hunting, shooting pool and watching all sports, especially basketball. Gary is survived by seven siblings: Dorothy Galiger of Sun Lakes, Ariz., Donna Reineke of New Berlin, Edward Krultz of Greenwood, Ralph Krultz of Greenwood, Barb (Steve) Koschak of Madison, Bonnie (Tom) Brierton of Junction City and Jana (Gary) Greenwald of Marshfield; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother: David Krultz; two brothersin- law: Jim Reineke and John Miller; and three sisters-in-law: Judy Krultz, Barbara Krultz and Deb Krultz. In lieu of flowers, Gary’s family asks that donations be made in his name to Greenwood Fire and EMS. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Greenwood, is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 134533

William “Bill” J. Herr, 81, Greenwood, passed away on Monday, April 3, 2023, at his home. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenwood, with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating. A private family burial will take place prior to the Mass. Visitation will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church on Monday, April 10, from 4-7 p.m., and on Tuesday, at the church, from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. William Joseph Herr was born on May 20, 1941, in Marshfield, the first of two children born to Joseph A. and Josephine B. (Schmitz) Herr. Bill attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, in Greenwood, and graduated from Greenwood High School in 1959. Following high school, Bill worked on his family farm with his parents and hauled milk. He was united in marriage to Jane M. Weyer, on Oct. 4, 1969, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Loyal. Bill and Jane purchased the family farm north of Greenwood from Bill’s parents where they raised their five children. Bill was proud of their farm, family and community, which was evident by the support they provided to the 4-H club, St. Mary’s Church and School, and Marshfield Clinic. He enjoyed serving on the board of Dairy Farmers of America, becoming friends with many other fellow farmers across the country and collaborating on issues impacting the farming industry. Bill and Jane hosted several dairy breakfasts at their Hyland Dairy Farm. He enjoyed learning and valued education, completing college classes in adulthood and serving on the Greenwood School Board for many years. Bill was passionate about his family, supporting his children and grandchildren’s academics and sports teams. He loved watching any sporting event for his children and grandchildren, and was such a proud father and grandfather. He served in the Army National Guard for over 25 years before retiring from the military. Faith was important to Bill; he devoted time to teaching CCD and was a minister of communion at St. Mary’s in Greenwood. He had a passion for racing Ford vehicles from a very early age. He raced motorcycles in his twenties until gravitating to racing cars. Throughout the course of his life, he raced stock cars on many different dirt tracks with his crew and fans in attendance, and enjoyed attending or watching any type of race. Bill was known as the “Flying Farmer” on the racetrack, a designation he proudly displayed on his #21 dirt race car. He was extremely talented at building race car engines and enjoyed seeing his car raced at Marshfield Speedway. Many family vacations centered around a NASCAR or dirt track race. Bill is survived by his children: Karrie (Guy) Willis of West Palm Beach, Fla., Teri (Ron) Wilczek of Marshfield, Kristy (Adam) Yaeger of Hudson, Tom (Michelle) Herr of Mound, Minn., and Brandon (Miranda) Herr of Marshfield; eight grandchildren: Sam, Gracie and Sophia Wilczek, Ross and Ally Yaeger, Grayson and Thompson Herr and Sophia (Willis) Reynolds; one sister: Kathleen (James) Martin of Green Bay; his nephew: William (Diane) Martin of Franklin; his niece: Sara (Drew) Schiller of New Franken; brothers- and sisters-in-law; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jane; his parents; and his father- and mother- in-law, Robert and Dorothy Weyer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be given in Bill’s name to St. Mary’s Memorial Fund, 123 N. Main St., Greenwood, WI 54437. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home, Greenwood, is assisting the family with arrangements. PAID OBITUARY 134545

Charles B. Marquardt, 95, formerly of Loyal, passed away on July 2, 2021, at his home on Guam. Born in 1925 in Athens, to Benjamin and Agnes (Hall) Marquardt, Charles grew up and attended school in Loyal. Upon graduation, he joined the Army. Four years later, he left the Army to enlist in the newly formed U.S. Air Force. For 30 years, he enjoyed life as a flight engineer having been to nearly every country in the world. After retiring from the Air Force, he began work at Dole Pineapple, in Hawaii. Ten years later he would again retire and move to Guam where after 40 years of marriage, he lost his beloved wife, Ameria. After Charles remarried, he once again found himself alone when his wife, Lily, passed away. Charles continued to get together with friends and pursue his interests in all things aviation, country music, swimming in the ocean, beer and teaching himself to play the harmonica. He is survived by his beloved brother, Patrick (Muriel) Marquardt of Pine River; and many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, as well as his great-great nieces and nephews. Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Agnes; his brother, Edward; and his three sisters, Ruth De Simons, Caroline Colt and Elaine Kemp. PAID OBITUARY 133955

Leon Edward Pankratz, 84, Spencer, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023, at the Marshfield Medical Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Christ the King Catholic Church, in Spencer, with Rev. Barry Saylor officiating. Burial will follow in West Spencer Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to gather, on Friday, at the church, in Spencer, from 9-30-11:30 a.m. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren: Spencer Cook, Grace Pankratz, Hannah Pankratz, Garrett Cook, Alison Pankratz, Aaron Pankratz and Megan Pankratz. Leon was born on March 4, 1939, in Marshfield to Edward and Lola Pankratz. He attended Milladore Grade School and PJ Jacobs High School, in Stevens Point, graduating in 1957. Following graduation, he attended technical school. Leon married Carole (Buelow), on June 11, 1960, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Junction City. They were proud parents of Mike, Pam and Kevin. Leon worked for Oscar Boldt Company, Appleton, and Evinrude Motors, Manawa, before moving to Spencer in 1972, where he worked for Wick Building Systems, Mazomanie. He later owned F. Maurer Roofing and L& M Metals in Spencer. While he never truly retired, he always found something to keep him busy. During his semi-retirement years, Leon enjoyed gardening, woodworking, tinkering with engines – big and small, anything that required a chainsaw, and meeting for morning coffee daily with his pals. His greatest joy was fishing and relaxing with his family at his house on Lake Solberg, Phillips. Leon is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Carole Pankratz of Spencer, and their three children: Mike (Ann) Pankratz, Spencer, Pam (Brad Cook), Alpharetta, Ga., and Kevin (friend Dawn) Pankratz, Spencer. He is also survived by seven grandchildren; two sisters: Donna Haasl, Milladore, and Joyce Kupsch, Stone Lake. If desired, the family is accepting memorials in Leon’s name for a charity yet to be determined. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home – Spencer. Visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome.com to share thoughts and condolences. PAID OBITUARY 134104

Patricia Jean Netterlund, 70, Minneapolis, Minn., passed away peacefully at J.A. Wedum Residential Hospice in Brooklyn Park, Minn., on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023, at 8:40 a.m., with her husband and daughter by her side. Funeral services are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, April. 1, 2023, at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Greenwood, with the Rev. Asafa Rajaofera officiating. Burial will be in the Westside Cemetery. Patricia (Rasmussen) was born July 23, 1952, in Marshfield, to Walter and Julia (Krze) Rasmussen. She received her education in Greenwood, and at North Central Bible College (now North Central University) in Minneapolis, Minn. She married Myron Netterlund Sept. 24, 1988, in Roseville, Minn., at Northwestern University’s Nazareth Hall, with the reception following in the Blue Room. Upon graduation from college, she went to work for the law firm of Arthur, Chapman & McDonough, as a legal secretary for several years. She later chose to be a housewife, with some excursions as an administrative secretary or contract receptionist. Parenting was a major priority to Patti. She was a faithful wife and loving mother. Throughout the years, she was active in their events, accomplishments and nurturing. As a grandmother, she was equally enthused about her grandchildren: Hadassah, Shepard and Zipporah, of parents Ryan (Hayli) Netterlund; and Raelyn and Bjorn, of Kristina (Cole) Thearin. She is survived by her husband, Myron Netterlund; their two children, Ryan (Hayli) Netterlund and Kristina (Cole) Thearin; five grandchildren; one sister, Shirley (Rasmussen) Denk of Waukesha; and two brothers, Roy (Mary) Rasmussen of Greenwood, and Gary (Tina) Rasmussen of Eau Claire. She was predeceased by her parents, and sister, Ethel Solmonson. PAID OBITUARY 134102