1942-2023 Dawn Winona (Hartzell) Clark, 81, went home to be with the Lord Nov. 7, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital in Medford, surrounded by family. Visitation and Services were held at Plombon Gilman Funeral Home, 135 W Riverside Dr, Gilman, WI 54433, on Wednesday, Nov., 15. Visitation started 9:30 a.m., Funeral at 11 a.m. with grave side service following funeral in Meadowbrook Cemetery-Gilman. Meal was served immediately after grave side service at Northland Baptist Church, W14530 County Rd M Gilman, WI 54433. Dawn was born July 2, 1942 at home in Gilman to Lowell and Goldene Hartzell. She grew up in the town of Gilman and graduated from Gilman High School in 1960. Dawn married Keith Clark on Jan. 16, 1960 in Reedsburg. Dawn was a stay-at-home mom and they raised four children; Sheldon, Cindi, Doreen, and Bryan. She loved spending time with her grandkids and her two dogs, Bella and Dayze. Dawn loved plants, horses, cows, birds, sewing, reading, and decorating her home. She also loved flower gardens, solar lights, vegetable gardening, canning, and enjoyed farm life. Dawn put her trust in Christ in 1978 and was baptized in the Flambeau River in 1982. She had a very close personal relationship with Jesus and prayed for her family and others to know Him. She loved people unconditionally and was respected for her passionate love for the Lord. She is survived by her Husband Keith Clark; and children, Sheldon Clark, Cindi (Steve) Kuchta, Doreen Clark, and Bryan (Karen) Clark. She is also survived by grandchildren, Laci Clark, Jonathan (Emily) Clark, Jesse (Amanda) Clark, Chayse(Rachael) Clark, Terina (Jaden) Kuchta-Myers, Silas (Marisa) Kuchta, Isaac Kuchta, Nicole Adams, Josh (Beki) Adams, Autumn (Jeff) Breunig, Marię Clark, Justin Clark and Coltyn Clark. In addition, Dawn had 19 great-grandchildren with one more on the way. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lowell and Goldene; her brother, Larry Hartzell; and two grandsons, Corey Clark and Andrew Clark. Paid Obituary 144945

1934-2023 Donald “Don” D. Brunner Sr., 89, of Medford, passed away at home on Monday, Nov. 6, 2023 surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice. A memorial service for Don was at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, with Pastor Daniel Iwinski officiating. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation was at Immanuel Lutheran Church on Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Don was born on Oct. 14, 1934 to Herman and Elizabeth (Poehnlein) Brunner. He married Phyllis Steen on Nov. 13, 1954. He was the co-founder of K& B Refrigeration. Don was very civic minded and was a very active church member. He enjoyed the outdoors and sports. Don is survived by three sons; one daughter; and their spouses; four grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren. He is further survived by other family and friends. Don was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Phyllis. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Don’s name may be given to Hope Hospice. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 144950

1949-2023 LeRoy Edwin Johnson, 74, of Owen, died Nov. 5, 2023 peacefully at home with his wife and Hope Hospice nurse Kelsey at his side after a valiant battle against cancer. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 at Maurina Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. Visitation from 11 a.m. until time of service on Friday. Military Honors will be provided by the Colby VFW Post #2227. LeRoy was born on May 11, 1949 to Elmer and Phyllis Johnson in Wisconsin Rapids at Riverview Hospital. LeRoy graduated from Lincoln High School, Wis Rapids in 1967. He served in the Navy aboard the USS Eugene A. Greene as a boiler man. LeRoy met his future wife at JC Penney in Marshfield. There was a store policy against associates dating; Leroy went out the back door, Janine out the front and they met at a fast food joint for lunch. They were married on Sept. 28, 1974 at the Colby United Methodist Church. When the Rapids Mall was built LeRoy was chosen to manage the men’s department. He later sold cars for Brostrom-Kickert in WR, and M& H Chevrolet in Medford. He spent his final years before retirement at Marathon Cheese. LeRoy had a great love of cars. For many years he took pictures for the WR Daily Tribune of short track and Nascar races. After a trip to Pocono where the spectators stood the whole race, Janine said that was enough in person racing for her. LeRoy helped Tyler with his go kart racing by hauling the kart on the back of the little red Chevy truck. On a flower shopping expedition Janine spotted a 1954 Chevy Belair for sale. LeRoy jumped at the chance and that began many years of car shows, some awards and a new “family” of car enthusiasts. “Big Papa” always had a beer ready to share with friends. LeRoy wasn’t one to show a great deal of emotion, but the smirk on his face said it all. LeRoy was the commander of the American Legion Post #9, bowled on several league teams, shot pool every chance he got and had a HUGE collection of racing memorabilia. The past few years of his life, LeRoy taught us that care giving is a very important job, that family and friends make the burden lighter, and that our ability to give and accept love is not diminished even though our physical health might be. Survivors include his wife, Janine of Owen; his mother, Phyllis (Paul) Waterman of Marshfield; his mother-in-law, Marlene Benjegerdes of Colby; his step-sister, Michelle Seebruck of Pittsville; two nephews and one niece. Missing him greatly are his children, Aimee (Travis) Haakenson of Medford and Tyler (Ailea) Johnson of Batesville, Alaska. He is further survived by four grandchildren, Shaynea (Tim Snyder) of Abbotsford, Vance Haakenson, Audree Haakenson of Medford and Nakiaya Johnson of Batesville. He is also survived by a great-grandson, Axel Emmerich of Abbotsford. He was preceded in death by his father and a grandson, Aspen. Friends may send online condolences to www. maurinaschilling.com Paid Obituary 144943

1945-2023 Michael P. Schmitt, 78, of Stetsonville, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023 at his home. A funeral mass for Michael will take place at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Michael was born on March 21, 1945 to Virgel and Lucille (Wingad) Schmitt in Chippewa Falls. He graduated from Thorp High School and continued his education at NTC in Wausau, where he earned his Associates Degree in Accounting. He then went to work as an accountant for Peterson Construction in the mid 60’s. He worked there for 40+ years, until his retirement. He was also an accountant for a local logging firm and St. Vincent de Paul/Circle of Faith. He also drove school bus for Krug’s bus service for 20+ years. He married Constance “Connie” Hartman on Oct. 21, 1977 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church; she preceded him in death on Nov. 25, 2021. Michael’s faith was very important to him. He was an active and involved member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed camping and was a member of the Black River Rambler Camping Club, an avid car enthusiast. In his younger years, he enjoyed snowmobiling and curling. He loved to hunt deer in Phillips with his family. He will be remembered for his sense of humor. Michael is survived by his children, Mark Hartman of McFarland, Audrey Peterson of St. Charles, Mo., Judy (Pat) Vetterkind of Stetsonville, James Hartman of Florissant, Mo., Dean (Heidi) Hartman of Wisconsin Rapids; grandchildren, Jenny (Steve) Rowlett of O’Fallon, Mo., Joshua (fiancée Catherine Africano) Peterson of St. Peters, Mo., Lisa (Clint) Suchomel of Wisconsin Rapids, Christopher Matthias of Wausau, John Hartman of Springfield, Ohio, and Joshua (Jessi) Hartman, of Buckeye, Ariz.; greatgrandchildren, Jordan Rowlett, Grace Peterson, Scarlett Hartman, Mia and Westley Africano; siblings, Thomas (Barbara) Schmitt of Eau Claire, Dan Schmitt of Cadott, Patrick (Linda) Schmitt of Eau Claire, Jonas (Glenda) Schmitt of Janesville, and Kathleen (Lyle) Bourget of Two Rivers. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Connie; son-in-law, Mark Peterson; and sisterin-law, Carol Schmitt. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Michael’s name may be given to Holy Rosary Catholic Church. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 144750

1955-2023 Frank R. Beran Jr., age 68, of Abbotsford, passed away on Monday, Oct. 30, 2023 in the emergency room at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 at 11 a.m. at Saint Thomas Catholic Church in Milan. Visitation for family and friends was from 9:30 a.m. until service time at the church. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Frank was born on July 26, 1955, the son of Frank L. and Caroline M. (Schug) Beran Sr. in Marshfield, WI. He attended Abbotsford schools and graduated in 1973 from Abbotsford High School. On April 10, 2004, he was united in marriage to Cindy A. Hanson at the Country Aire in Stratford. He was the owner and operator of Beran Diversified Heating and Electrical. He was a member of the Free Spirit motorcycle club. Frank enjoyed hunting, watching football and spending time with his family, he was young at heart and had a bubbly sense of humor. Frank is survived by his children, Brenley of Abbotsford, Matt (Nicole) Beran of Abbotsford, Kelly Beran of Ind., Angie (Kenny) Rundell of Ind., Adam (Brandi) Beran of Ind., Colton Beran of LaCrosse and Cameron Beran of Black River Falls; his mother, Caroline Beran of Colby; siblings, Norman (Sharon) Beran of Athens, Michael (Cindy Sue) Beran of Athens, Cary Beran of Milan and Robin (Debra) Beran of Abbotsford; 10 grandchildren and one great-granddaughter; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Sr.; wife, Cindy; and sister-in-law, Linda. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home of Abbotsford is assisting the family with arrangements. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com Paid Obituary 144597

1949-2023 Gerald “Gerry” Edwin Fox Jr., 74 of Medford, (formerly of Fredericksburg, Iowa) passed away peacefully at the Marshfield Medical Center on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 surrounded by loving family. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m., Monday, November 6 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford with Rev. Nancy Amacher officiating. Military honors provided by the Medford Area Military Honors Team immediately followed the service at the church. Burial will be at a later date in Sumner, Iowa. Visitation was 7 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Monday at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The service was live-streamed on St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Medford’s facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/StPaulsMedford Gerry was born on September 21, 1949 to Gerald Sr. and Louise (Rueber) Fox in Sumner, Iowa. He was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Maynard, Iowa on Oct. 16, 1949. He was confirmed at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Arlington, Iowa on April 7, 1963. Gerry graduated from Sumner High School in May 1968. Gerry enlisted in the U.S. Navy in September 1968 with bootcamp in San Diego, Calif. He then went on for medical training at the Naval Hospital Corps School in San Diego. Gerry served on the USS Conyngham and was honorably discharged on Nov. 11, 1973. Gerry met the love of his life, Loris Pleggenkuhle while on leave and they were married on Jan. 19, 1974. To this union three children were born, Timothy (Lisa) of Stetsonville, Jean (Aaron) Brockhaus of Medford, and Thomas (Heather) of Dorchester; grandchildren, Shaya and Shakira Brockhaus, Braylon, Kadance, Kingston and Dawson Fox; Sophia, Trinity, Tavian and Savannah Fox. Gerry’s ambitions began as a farmer in 1976 until 1985 when he relocated his family to Medford. He worked for Phillips Plastics in Medford. He was the founder of Jogeti Plastic Decorating and Assembly LLC which was started in his garage and was later expanded to a larger facility. During his retirement he enjoyed fishing, hunting, observing wildlife, playing cards, classic car shows, spending time with his family and snuggling with his beloved kitty, Mr. Monk. He treasured every moment he could spend on his boat with family. Gerry was also an avid sports fan cheering for the Iowa Hawkeyes, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago Cubs and Green Bay Packers. Although he didn’t advertise this fact, he could be found watching the Hallmark Channel. He was preceded in death by his parents; his fatherin- law, Robert Pleggenkuhle; and mother-in-law, Dolores Pleggenkuhle. He is survived by his wife, Loris; one sister, Patricia (Marion) Bush of Fredericksburg, Iowa; his three children; several nieces, nephews, cousins; and Mr. Monk. He was a gentle soul and will be missed by all who were blessed to know him. Memorials may be directed to the family. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 144601

1945-2023 William “Bill” P. Kress, 78, Green Bay resident, died Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, at a local care facility following lengthy complications from Agent Orange, with his wife Mary Jo at his side. Friends may call at the McCormick Home, 212 Iroquois Ave. on Saturday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. with Rev. Willy VandeLoo officiating. Burial in St. James Cemetery, White Lake, WI. In lieu of floral expressions a memorial fund has been established in his name. Online condolences may be sent to Bill’s family at www.prokowall.com. He was born July 12, 1945, in Medford, to the late Aloysius “Al” and Agnes (Egle) Kress. Bill attended Holy Rosary Grade School and graduated from Medford High School in 1963. Bill was drafted into the US Army on Oct. 21, 1965, to serve during the Vietnam Conflict. He completed his basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. and shipped off to Long Binh Vietnam serving in the 36th Signal Battalion. It is here where he became known as the “Radar O’Reilly” of his battalion. Bill was honorably discharged on Oct. 5, 1967. He truly served and died for the love of his country. Bill was able to enjoy an Honor Flight in 2021 with his fellow veterans. Following his tour of duty, Bill attended business college in Minneapolis. His expertise in manufacturing consulting brought him many career opportunities throughout the state until he retired as an independent contractor owning his own consulting business since 1999. Bill made his home at Boulder Lake in Oconto County which is where he met the love of his life, Mary Jo Ulmen. They were married at St. James Catholic Church in White Lake on July 12, 2013. He always said the two best days of his life were when he returned from Vietnam and the day he married Mary Jo. Bill and Mary Jo enjoyed travelling in Bill’s camper, camping and hiking in many national parks throughout the country. They especially enjoyed their vacation to Maui and Hawaii with a tour to Pearl Harbor. Bill continued to enjoy lake living until his health would not allow any longer. He is survived by his wife, Mary Jo; his siblings, Barbara (Roger) Olson, New Brighton, Minn.; Valeria Piburn, Denton, Texas and Leon (Carol) Kress, Stetsonville; his in-laws, Kathryn Ulmen of Green Bay, Julie (Ray) Lindeman of Ledgeview, Susie (Rick) Verheyen, Denmark and Peggy (Mike) Nemetz of Wausaukee; brother-in-law, Dave Lorenzoni of Woodruff; four nephews, Michael, Scott, Kevin and Steven Olson; numerous other nieces and nephews in the Ulmen family and lastly their beloved dog, Bella. He was preceded in death by brother-in-law, John Piburn; his in-laws, Joseph and Dorothy Ulmen; brother- in-law, Mike Ulmen and sister-in-law, Nancy Lorenzoni. Mary Jo would like to thank Fr. Willy and Heather H. as well as the staff of the McCormick Home for their compassion and loving care of Bill. Also, the nurses and staff of Unity Hospice and Mary Jo’s sisters, Kak and Julie who have been so supportive and caring throughout Bill’s journey. Paid Obituary 144715

1936-2023 Rose Anna Sokolowski, 87, of Bruce, passed away peacefully on Nov. 3, 2023, at home with her family by her side. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church in Ladysmith with Fr. Papi Reddy Yeruva and Deacon Doug Sorenson officiating. Visitation will be from 9-11 a.m. on Saturday at the church. Rose was born in Rossford, Ohio, on Sept. 5, 1936, daughter of John and Anna (Cervenec) Prasnicky. She attended and graduated from Glen Flora High School in 1955. On Nov. 5, 1955, she married Anthony Madlon and moved to Michigan. Together they had seven children. Rose worked as a housekeeper and a custodian at Michigan State University. Later divorced, she returned to Wisconsin. Rose was employed at Weather Shield in Ladysmith. Aug. 21, 1987, she married Carl Sokolowski where they operated a dairy farm in Kennan. After selling the dairy farm they moved to Prentice where she retired from Weather Shield. Family was everything to Rose. She was a loving mother, grandmother of 20, great-grandmother of 23 and a good friend to many. She enjoyed spending time in the garden, planting flowers, feeding the birds, and watching her grandchildren’s sporting events. After turning in her firearm and walking stick, she spent her hunting season registering deer and sharing stories. Rose is survived by her children, Dee (Rick) Eberhart of Ogema, Sue (Bill) Polacek of Phillips, Ed (Judy) Madlon of Glen Flora, Ann (Brian) Brockman of Bruce; son-in-law, Lynn Heinz of Phillips; daughter- in-law, Teresa Madlon of Gilman; her brother, John Prasnicky of Sheldon; numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Anthony and Carl; daughters, Deborah, Mary and son, Tony; her brothers, Joe, Ed, Tony; and sisters, Betty, Anna, Virginia, Johana and Dorothy. Her family gives special thanks to Home Health and Hospice of Marshfield Medical Center-Rice Lake. Nash-Jackan Funeral Home is assisting the family. Paid Obituary 144628

1932-2023 Gloria Joyce Becker, 91, of Stetsonville, died Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 after a two week stay at Aspirus Care and Rehab in Medford. A funeral service was held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Hemer- Pickerign Funeral Home in Medford with Rev. Paul Woods officiating. Interment followed at Holy Rosary Cemetery in Medford. Visitation was from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Tuesday at the funeral home. Gloria was born Oct. 2, 1932 in La Crosse to Cecil and Violet (Cole) Adams. She graduated from La Crosse High School in 1950. On May 5, 1951, Gloria married John Becker in La Crosse. While first married, they resided in San Diego where John was stationed in the U.S. Navy. John worked for the telephone company which moved them around the country, first to St. Paul, Minn., then Viroqua, then Valders, then in 1973 to Medford, then to Alaska, and finally returning to the Medford area in 1995. Over the years, Gloria worked for the Tecumseh Company, and while living in Medford owned and operated the Kountry Kobbler Shoe Store. She enjoyed flower gardening, cooking, sewing, reading, cleaning, shopping, taking care of and spending time with her family, and walking her dogs. She is survived by her six children, Brian (Valerie) Becker of Harlingen, Texas, Glenn Becker of Fremont, Neb., Christine (Bruce) Kraus of Medford, Jacquelyn (Wes) Schneider of Omaha, Neb., Barbara (Gary) Kron of Holcombe, John Jr. (Amy) Becker of Waukesha; 14 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Ruth Oliver of Bangor; and her dog Skoshie. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, John on July 17, 2001; siblings, Richard, Gerald and Bazil, in infancy; and a grandson, Troy Joshua Jensen. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 144598