Virgene “Bibbles” V. Martens, 88, Stratford, passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at House of the Dove in Marshfield. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, at St. John “High Steeple” Lutheran Church in the Town of Wien, Marathon County with Rev. Michael J. Mathey presiding. Burial will be at Colby Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Sauter/Rembs Funeral Home in Stratford and from 10 a.m. until service time at the church on Friday. Bibbles was born on February 1, 1935, in Town of Eau Pleine, Marathon County, to Lavern “Preacher” and Viola (Leffel) Treankler. She graduated from Stratford High School. On October 6, 1956, she married Norman Martens at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in March Rapids. He passed on January 7, 1981. Bibbles grew up in rural Stratford and farmed with her husband in the Town of Frankfort. After moving to Stratford, she took up bowling and playing cards. She was a member of the Homemakers Club and a lifelong member of St. John “High Steeple” Lutheran Church. She taught Sunday school and was president of the Ladies Aid. She was also an avid Packers and Brewers fan. She is survived by her three daughters: Renell (Bruce) Wassmann of Athens, Lori (Leroy) Wiesman of Stratford and Amy (Roger) Kress of Marshfield; grandchildren: Tracy (Luke) Stanek, Kati Wiesman, Matthew Wassmann, Adam Wassmann and McKayla Martens; great-grandchildren: Lydia and Eliot Stanek, and several nieces and nephews. She is further survived by her sisters: Verla (Alfred) Kolberg and Joan (James) Weisenberger. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sister, Marlyn Landwehr. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Compassus and House of Dove, and neighbors, Don and Charlotte Frodl, Bob and Dori Spindler, Paul and Tamara Spindler, and Kristin Spindler. Memorials can be made to St. John “High Steeple” Lutheran Church. Condolences may be sent online at www.rembsfh.com. Paid obituary 137046

Melvin H. Stahel, age 80, of Marathon City, passed away on Monday, May 22, 2023, at Aspirus Hospice House. Melvin was born on October 9, 1942, to the late Reinhart and Viola (Langhoff) Stahel. He grew up in the town of Stettin. He married Clair Ann Weiland on October 16, 1965, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in the Town of Cassel. She preceded him in death on March 31, 2008. He worked at Anderson Brothers and Johnson and Menzner Lumber. He enjoyed cooking, baking, reading, fishing and listening to polka. He was a member at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Marathon. Melvin is survived by his children: Sarah (Larry) Galassi, Maria Hornick, Leon (Julie Volhard) Stahel and Daniel Stahel; grandchildren: Matthew Stennet, Katie Galassi, Amanada Galassi, Thomas (Christy) Galassi, Zachary (Viridiana) Galassi, Derrick (Jenna) Stahel and Logan Stahel; and 10 great-grandchildren. Besides his parents and wife, Melvin was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Cassandra Galassi, and siblings: Esther, Lois, Verna, Merlin, Norman, Lydia, Selma and Leona A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Marathon. The family would like to thank the staff of Aspirus Hospice and Home Care Services for the great care they gave Melvin. Helke Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences may be given at www.helke.com. Paid obituary 137121

Paid obituary 136246 Roy W. Vande Boom, 92, of Rib Mountain, passed away on Tuesday, May 2, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Roy was born January 1, 1931, in Saukville, son of the late Joseph and Catherine (Weiss) Vande Boom. On May 24, 1952, he married the love of his life, Lois Moegenburg, at Immaculate Conception Church in Saukville. They were married for almost 70 years at the time of Lois’s death last year. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Leo, and three sisters: Edna Gall, Desma Kraus and Ione Schwenker. Roy and Lois farmed in Saukville. He also worked for the Ozaukee County Highway Department. They returned to farming in Athens before retiring to Rib Mountain. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather and great-great-grandfather. Survivors include their children: Vicki Gauerke, Sherri (Scott) Krueger, Randy (Jan) Vande Boom and Dale (Sara) Vande Boom; ten loving grandchildren, twenty-two great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 700 Market Street, Marathon City. Visitation will begin at the church at 9:30 a.m. followed by the service at 11 a.m. Rev. Msgr. Joseph Diermeier will preside. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Peterson/KraemerFuneralHome,Marathon,isinchargeof arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.

Walter W. Klimpke Jr., 86, of Athens, passed away on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Clark County Rehab and Living Center, Owen, under the care of ProMedica Hospice. He was born on February 24, 1937, in the town of Johnson, Marathon County, to the late Walter Sr. and Alvina (Christiansen) Klimpke. Walter married the former Carol Westphal on September 22, 1962 at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Milan. Walter worked on the family dairy farm and was also a truck driver, making cattle deliveries to Equity Livestock for many years. Walter was a hard-worker and lovingly provided for his family. He enjoyed drives in his pickup truck with his dog and grandson, checking up on the neighborhood and what people were up to. In addition to his work, Walter served in the National Guard for many years. Survivors include his wife, Carol; children: Debbie (Mark) Schilling and Audra Klimpke; sisters: Ruth Komarek and Shirley (Clarence) Liss; grandchildren: Steph Klimpke (Mark Kunze), Trevor Klimpke (Natalie Brophy), Kyle Schilling (Tanya Passeo) and Katlyn Schilling (Devon Wadzinski); great-grandchild, Aiden Klimpke; niece, Patty (Todd) Thurs; nephew, Shannon (Cecile) Meier; brother-in-law, Ted Meier Jr.; dog, Dusty, and cat, Mouse. He was preceded in death by his son, Wayne Klimpke; parents, Walter Sr. and Alvina Klimpke; brother, Gerald Klimpke; niece, Pam Meier; brother-inlaw, Donald Komarek, and sister-in-law, Bev Meier. A memorial service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at Peace Lutheran Church (Town of Frankfort), 114323 Huckleberry Road, Edgar, with Rev. Scott Miller presiding. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Peace Lutheran Church Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer. com. Paid obituary 135578

The Rev. Roland “Rollie” M. Golz, 91, met his Lord and Savior on April 11, 2023, under the care of ProMedica Hospice and staff at The Waterford at Colby, where he most recently lived. Rollie was born October 4, 1931, in Racine, to the late Paul and Martha Golz. Rollie was a graduate of Concordia Lutheran High School and Concordia Teachers College, both in River Forest, Ill. After graduating in 1954, he accepted his first teaching position at Trinity Lutheran School in Athens. This is where he met the love of his life, Violet “Vi” Hoge. The two were married June 2, 1956, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Athens.Theirs was a solid marriage based on shared faith and values that were always guided by the Lord’s word. During the early years of their marriage, Rollie held several teaching positions at parochial schools in New Albany, Ind., Wausau and Stevens Point. By attending summer classes while teaching, Rollie advanced his passion by earning his master’s degree in teaching in 1967. With a little extra encouragement from a friend, he then decided to go back to school to become a pastor. He attended Concordia Theological Seminary in Springfield, Ill., where he received his Colloquy degree in 1973. His Ordination was held at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Stevens Point that year. Rev. Golz was first assigned to serve St. Peters Lutheran Church in Dorchester, where he served until 1981. Next they moved to Bonduel to serve at St. Paul Lutheran Church. In 1993 the couple retired and settled in nearby Gresham. The Lord had other plans for them though, as Rev. Golz would come out of retirement to simultaneously serve a cluster of congregations at St. John Lutheran Church, Hermansfort, St. John, Belle Plaine and Immanuel Mohican Lutheran, Red Springs. He and Vi then moved back to Dorchester in 2017 to be closer to family. Over the years, Rev. Golz and Vi were both very involved in LWML (Lutheran Women’s Missionary League). They both held positions for the North Wisconsin District of LWML; he as counselor and she as vice president. He also held several positions for the North Wisconsin District, LCMS, including treasurer of the teacher conference, member of the district recruitment committee, and various convention committees. Rev. Golz wore many hats over the years of life; that of teacher, principal, music director, athletic director, youth advisor, Bible class director and Sunday School director. Rev. Golz was also a member of the Lions organization in Gresham. Rollie and Vi reverently served the Lord together and found togetherness in their shared love of gardening, caring for their yard together, taking walks together, and even enjoyed the simple tasks of washing and drying dishes together. They were both wonderful cheerleaders for their grandchildren, enjoying many of their school events and extracurricular activities. Rollie very much enjoyed a good Green Bay Packer or Milwaukee Brewer game. He and Vi loved animals and almost always had a pet or three around the house. Rev. Golz is survived by children: Rick (Carolyn) Golz, Dorchester and Randy (Renee) Golz of Little Chute; grandchildren: Neilana Golz (Logan), Leanna Golz (Jordan), Taylor (Sara) Golz, Tanner Golz, Tallon Golz, Marina Modell and James (Brianna) Modell; great-grandchildren: Paisley and Brynlee; and many nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He is further survived by sisters-in-law: LaVerne Golz, Luann Thurs and Jeanne Card. He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Violet (Hoge) Golz, who passed on February 5, 2023; brothers: Guilbert Golz, Lester Golz and Alfred Golz; and sisters: Evelyn Klyzub and Elanor Schoeffler. A funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Athens, with Rev. Mark Schwalenberg presiding. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will take place in Athens Lutheran Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at www. petersonkraemer.com. The family would like to thank the staff at The Waterford at Colby, Aspirus Hospice, ProMedica Hospice Care, Affinity, Beyond Home Care, and very special friend, Rose Jankee, for all the kindness and care they gave. Memorials will be given in Roland’s name to multiple charities which he was fond of. Paid obituary 135151_2

Nancy Ann Gorman, age 85, of Marshfield, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, April 10, 2023. She was born on June 16, 1937, the daughter of Anton and Lokodia (Marzynski) Lepak in Cassel. The youngest of eight siblings, Nancy grew up in Cassel and graduated from Marathon High School in 1955. After her graduation, she worked and lived a short time in Milwaukee. Then upon returning to the area, she met and married the love of her life, John R. Gorman, on August 29, 1959. They lived and raised their family on the Gorman homestead near Halder. After their children were all in school, Nancy worked many years at Marathon Cheese. In May of 2020, they moved to Marshfield. Nancy was an accomplished perennial gardener taking great pride in her many flower beds as she was known as the Hwy. 153 Flower Lady. She shared her many flowers with friends and family in hopes of spreading their beauty and joy. Nancy was an active member of St. Patrick’s Parish in Halder overseeing the landscaping and groundskeeping for 25 years. For her church parish, she also helped out at funerals by baking cakes for nearly 60 years and worked at the church fish fries during Lent. Nancy belonged to the St. Patrick’s Ladies Group that volunteered playing bingo with residents in nursing homes in Stratford and Mosinee. In her spare time, Nancy enjoyed playing cards, doing crafts, crocheting, embroidery and spending time with family and friends. Nancy is survived by her husband of 63 years, John R., and their three children: Karmen (John Baur) Gorman, Marshfield, Mary Becher, Janesville and John Jay (Jackie) Gorman, Halder. She is also survived by nine grandchildren: Amber (Joe), Lindsay (Geno), Grant, Emma (Grant), Chloe (Matt), Jacob (Nicole), Claire, Camille (Tyler) and Ben; four greatgrandchildren: Devon, Sam, George, Max and one on the way; and four stepgreat-grandchildren: Paige, Lydia, Gavin and Koda. She is further survived by one sister, Joyce Mueller, Citrus Heights, Calif., and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anton and Lokodia Lepak; four brothers: Dave Murkowski, Jim Murkowski, Clarence Lepak and Clem Lepak; three sisters: Theresa Joswick, Genevieve Wolfe and Beatrice Wirkus, and a son-in-law, Ron Becher. A Mass of Christian burial and Celebration of Life will be held at a future date. Beste Funeral Home, Mosinee, is assisting the family with arrangements. The family would like to offer their sincere thanks to the staff at Stoney River Assisted Living and ProMedica Hospice for the unending support and compassionate care that Nancy received while in their care. Paid obituary 135068

Sharon Ann Weisenberger, age 73, of Edgar, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital Comfort Care. She was born October 26, 1949, the daughter of the late Jim and Gert Beidel. On July 26, 1969, she married Dennis L. Weisenberger at St. John’s Catholic Church in Edgar. Sharon was always extremely proud of her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, watching old movies and taking rides with her husband, Dennis, in the Mustang or on the 4-wheeler. Sharon is survived by her husband, Dennis; her children: D.J. (Jeni) Weisenberger of Otsego, Minn., and James (Jenny) Weisenberger of Edgar, and her grandchildren: Sydney, Mitchel, Ayden and Kohlbe. To honor Sharon’s wishes, the family plans a private committal service at a later time. Sharon’s arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit www. lifetributesfuneralhome.com. Paid obituary 135067

Jerry Lee Pretsch Sr., age 79, of Stratford, died peacefully at home with family on Sunday, April 16, 2023. A memorial service will be held at the Hansen-Schilling Funeral Home, 1010 East Veterans Parkway on Monday, April 24, 2023, at 11 a.m. with Reverend Mark Krueger presiding. Burial will take place at a later date at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spooner. Visitation for family and friends will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service on Monday at the funeral home. Jerry Lee Pretsch was born on a Monday, Feb. 21, 1944, in Neillsville, the son of Fred and Wanda (Short) Pretsch. He was educated at Shortville area schools. On February 7, 1970, he was united in marriage to Caroline Duran (nee: Laessig) in Stratford. Jerry worked at the mink farms in Shortville, Hamilton Beach in North Carolina and joined the U.S. Army National Guard Reserve in 1962. He later became employed by the Rollohome Corp. in Marshfield until they closed in 1985, continuing with Wick Building System (formerly Marshfield Homes) until he retired in June of 2008. He loved bowling and watching baseball games, however, watching professional wrestling was his passion. Jerry is survived by his wife of 53 years, Caroline; his children: Jerry (Connie) Pretsch Jr. of Hewitt, Carmen Duran of Stratford and Marino (Deana) Duran of Colorado; his grandchildren: Jordan Pretsch of Hewitt, Evan Pretsch of Hewitt, Alex Zaleski of Wausau and Dillan Zaleski of Green Bay, Austin Duran of Hawaii, Colin (Kara) Duran of Germany and Spencer Duran of the U.S. Marine Corp.; his sister, Arlene (Donald) Jelinek of Neillsville, and great-grandchildren: Brooklyn and Elijah Duran of Germany. Jerry was a favorite uncle and honorary “Grandpa” to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Earl, and half-siblings: Walter, Richard, Marie Cardarelle and Esther King, and one granddaughter, Jessi Lyn Zaleski. Special thanks to Compassus Home Hospice nurses, CNA, and staff for all their care and kindness. They made a difficult time so much easier for the family. Paid obituary 135258