Minerva Amanda Elsie Schulz Bauer passed away at home, at the age of 101, on March 13, 2024. Minerva was born at home on June 12, 1922, in Colby. She graduated from Colby High School and then went on to comptometer school in Milwaukee. Minerva worked at Square D, Milwaukee, as a bookkeeper until her marriage to Maynard Bauer in 1945. She ended her career as a bookkeeper/ bank teller at Nicolet Bank in Colby. Minerva was baptized, confirmed and married at Zion Lutheran Church. As an active member of Zion, she sang in the choir, served on altar guild and counted money for many years. She taught piano lessons for 55 years. Minerva loved reading, playing piano, playing pinnacle, camping and fishing. Minerva is survived by her five children: Sydney Bauer (Pat Klimpke), Dale (Gina) Bauer, Marilyn (Steve) Carlson, Shelba Schilling and Kirk Bauer; eight grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is further survived by her brother, Kenneth (Marlene) Schulz; her sister, Lucille (David) Brecker; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Ernst and Elsie; her loving husband, Maynard; four brothers: Allen Schulz, Julius (Ellen) Schulz, Donald (Ginger) Schulz and Calvin (Arlene) Schulz; and two sisters: Grace (Don) Casanova and Elaine (Vernon) Boss. A Celebration of Life will be announced and held at a later date. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby is entrusted with the arrangements. Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church Alter Guild. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149984

Clara E. Schwantes, age 83, of Wausau, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at the Colonial Center in Colby surrounded by her loving family. A visitation was held from 10 a.m. until noon on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. Interment followed at the West Spencer Cemetery. The honor of pallbearer belonged to Brad Leader, Stephan Klopotowski, Lukas Decker, Garrison Kirker, Nathanial Schwantes, Robert Tillou, Darren Smazal and Brett-Aaron Keen. Clara was born on October 15, 1940, the daughter of Charles and Clara (Ress) Smazal in Fenwood. She grew up on a farm in rural Abbotsford and was one of 18 children. Clara was united in marriage to Larry Schwantes on December 5, 1961. He preceded her in death in January of 1999. She worked at Kolbe and Kolbe for 25 years, retiring in 2013. Clara enjoyed crocheting, gardening, baking and cooking. She made the best chocolate chip cookies, enjoyed her coffee, strawberry milkshakes and chicken tenders. Clara had a huge collection of churb angels. She will be best remembered for hosting the best family Christmas parties. Clara was especially fond of her cats, Bandit and Noodle. Most importantly, Clara loved and cherished her family. Clara is survived by her four children: Virgil Smazal of Wausau, Darrell (Barb) Smazal of Wausau, Wendy (Brian) Socha of Colby and Vicki (James) Weber of Wausau; eleven grandchildren: Jessica Pike, Darren (Christine) Smazal, Robert Tillou, Ashley (Bradley) Leader, Amanda Oleson (Austin Schneider), Sarah (Stephan) Klopotowski, Samantha (Brett Aaron) Keen, Jennifer (Lukas) Decker, Elizabeth Weber, Nathanial Schwantes and Courtney (fiancé, Garrison Kirker) Socha; 16 great-grandchildren: Mary, Jared, Jaxon, Lydia, Temperance, Emmitt, Brian, John, Arlo, Gavin, Jameson, Adalyn, Myles, Charles, Skylar and Tate and baby Clara expected in June and one great-great-grandson, Layton. She is further survived by her siblings: Kenneth (Judy) Smazal of Abbotsford, Beverly Galowski of Medford, Jeanette Smazal of Wausau and Marlene Galowski of Omro; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Clara; her husband of 35 years, Larry; twin infant boys, Raymond and Charles and son, Todd (Amy) Schwantes; a great-granddaughter, Mikayla Pribbernow; six brothers: Charles, Edward, David, Victor, Donald and Eugene “Jack”, and seven sisters: Delores, Bernice, Lucille, Betty, Carol, Marcella “Sally” and Diane. The family would like to thank the staff at the Colonial Center for the wonderful care she received. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149697_2

Jesse J. Kloth, age 65, of Dorchester, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, March 4, 2024, at UW Hospital in Madison. A funeral service was held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Christ United Church in Athens. The Rev. Teri Hanson presided. Interment followed at Dorchester Memorial Cemetery. Family and friends were welcomed from 1 p.m. until the time of service Sunday at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. Jesse was born on December 1, 1958, the son of Lester and Gertrude (Schwartz) Kloth in Marshfield. He graduated from Colby High School in 1977. Jesse worked at Stratford Homes for many years. Jesse was a faithful member of Christ United Church in Athens. He had a big heart and loved to help others. Jesse enjoyed fishing, hunting, watching movies, tinkering and traveling. He especially loved going to gun shows all over the Midwest and attending the Iola car show. He had a passion for building anything on two or four wheels and constructing anything his imagination would allow. Jesse loved and cherished his family, especially his children and his granddaughter, Abby, who was his pride and joy. Jesse is survived by his two children: Nicole (Marc) Kloth-den Otter of Athens and Jeremy (Julia) Kloth of Europe; his granddaughter, Abigail Duerr; his five siblings: Kenneth (Bonnie) Kloth of Merrill, Ruthie Maw of Finger, Tenn., Jerry (Marlene) Kloth of Wausau, Bonnie (Robert) Svoboda of Colby and Lyle (LuAnn) Kloth of Dorchester; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, David and his brother-in-law, Jim Maw. Friends may send online condolences to www. maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149676_2

Richard “Dick” Edward Hunsader, age 89, a long-time resident of Dorchester, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024. Born on December 26, 1934, Richard graduated from Algoma High School in 1952. He ran the Rankin Cheese Factory and served in the U.S. Army Reserve before marrying Joan Blahnik on May 12, 1959. They ran the Cloverdale Cheese Factory from 1960 through 1972 before moving to Dorchester. Dick worked for the U.S. Postal Service and served as the postmaster in Stetsonville from 1986 to 2000. Dick believed in community service and was active in the Lions Club for many years, where he was honored as a Melvin Jones Fellow. He also served as president for the village of Dorchester and enjoyed working in many roles and projects for Dorchester Days and the Dorchester Park. Dick is survived by children: Steven (Julie) Hunsader and Mark (Meg) Hunsader; four grandchildren: Caskey, Erin (Ross) Witucki, Jude and Evan; two greatgrandchildren: Lily and Joe, and his brother David. Dick was preceded in death by his wife, Joan; parents, Edward and Ruth (Cepek); his brother, Ken and sister, Diane. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. Interment to follow at the Dorchester Memorial Cemetery with military honors provided by the Dorchester American Legion Post #517. Family and friends are welcome from 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Dorchester Park Corporation in Dick’s memory. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149696

Lynn D. Schreiber, age 68, of Milan, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Marshfield Medical Center after a brief battle with cancer. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan. Father George Graham will preside. Family and friends are welcome from 9 a.m. until time of the service Saturday at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with the arrangements. Lynn was born on November 30, 1955, the daughter of Robert and Beverly (Sauld) Erickson in Marshfield. She graduated from Colby High School in 1973. On July 14, 1973, Lynn was united in marriage to Frank Schreiber at First Presbyterian Church in Abbotsford. She worked for Erickson Drywall and for Decorator Industries. Lynn’s faith was important to her and she became a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church on March 8, 2024. Lynn loved and cherished her family and loved spending time with them. She would never miss her grandchildren’s activities. Lynn would decorate cakes for any special occasion. She also adored her dog, Chance. Lynn is survived by her husband, Frank, of 50 years; two sons: John (April) of Milan and Nathan (Mandi) of Abbotsford; four grandchildren: Payton, Parker, Ella and Maiya. She is further survived by three siblings: Curtiss (Sandy) Erickson of Dorchester, Connie Schmitt of Independence and Bruce (Paula) Erickson of Milan; seven brothersin- law and sisters-in-law: Rodney Schreiber of Mosinee, Galen (Marlene) Schreiber of Athens, Marilyn Klemetson of Athens, Debbie Schreiber of Abbotsford, Diane (Jamie) Schaefer of Wausau, Donna (Steve) Proft of Abbotsford and Lori Schreiber of Willard; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Scott Erickson; brother-in-law, Allen Schreiber, nephews: Mike and Mitch Erickson and her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Kenneth and Madeline Schreiber. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149637_2

Luella J. Walters, 87, of Abbotsford, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at the Abbotsford Healthcare Center, under the care of Hope Hospice. A memorial service for Luella will take place at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at Curtiss Alliance Church, with Pastor Carl Swarr presiding. Burial will take place at a later date. Visitation will take place at Curtiss Alliance Church, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. Luella was born on April 27, 1936, to Hollis and Leahbelle (Moon) Parks in Woodhull, Mich. She married Donald Walters on December 4, 1954, in Lansing, Mich. Together they opened up their home to many nieces and nephews and took them in, no matter how long or short they stayed. They also ran the Walters Adult Care Home in Curtiss for many years, taking care of the elderly. Luella was a gifted musician. She played the piano, guitar and violin. She also sang and wrote music. She enjoyed hand quilting, crocheting and was very active on the computer. Luella had a strong Christian faith. She taught Sunday school for a short period and was also youth group leader and piano player at Curtiss Alliance Church. Luella is survived by her husband of nearly 70 years, Donald; niece, Sue (Ken) Rodman of Medford; nephews: Jeff Draper of Wausau, John (Wendy) Draper of Gulfport, Miss., and Ty (Candy) Crosby of Rives Junction, Mich. Luella is further survived by many great-nieces and nephews. Luella was preceded in death by her parents, sisters: Eleanor Spark and Joyce Draper; nephew, Allen Zorn; niece, Jeanne Crosby, and brother-inlaw, Robert (Ilene) Walters. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family. Please visit www. hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid obituary 148983_2

Margaret “Mugs” E. Schmidt (nee Baker) passed away at Aspirus Regency Assisted Living Facility, Phillips. Margaret was born on August 27, 1925, in Stanley, to parents Warren and Euphemia Baker. She grew up in Stanley, attended St. Mary’s Catholic School, and graduated from Stanley High School in 1942. She worked that summer at the Baraboo Defense Plant with her sister, Rita, and her best friend, Betty Seidl. She then attended Taylor County Normal Teachers College in Medford. She completed the course in a year and a half due to WWII and the shortage of teachers. She married Reubin A. Schmidt on June 3, 1947, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Stanley. They lived on a farm outside of Dorchester for several years, then moved to Abbotsford. Upon Reubin’s retirement, they moved up to their lake home in Phillips. For several winters they became snowbirds, spending time in Davenport, Fla. Margaret taught for 33 years; her first teaching position was for two years at Gilman Elementary School. She then taught at Pioneer Country School, Thorp for two years, Liberty County School, Stetsonville for three years. She taught for the Dorchester School District for one year. Margaret taught at Pleasant Hill Country Grade School for three years. She taught at the Abbotsford School District for 22 years, retiring in 1980. Her daughters surprised her by putting a plaque with her name on the “Tiles of Honor” Wall at the Abbotsford School in December of 1999. Upon her retirement, she enjoyed spending time with her four grandchildren, she also painted and did ceramics. Margaret also enjoyed walking every day, which she continued to do after moving up to the lake. Mugs and Angie Knapp would sometimes walk multiple times a day when Angie was at her cottage. Reubin and Mugs also enjoyed traveling with family and friends, who lovingly knew her as “Amaretto Annie.” They traveled to the east and west coasts. Mugs is survived by her three daughters: Mavis (Ernest “Jr”) Dyson of Wauwatosa, Arlyne (Tom) Frane of Phillips and Bobbi (Rocky) Schmidt of Phillips; four grandchildren: Kevin (Kris) Frane of Somerset, Kelly (Joe) Gribowski of Eau Claire, Andy (Mandi) Schmidt of Phillips and Erin (Jamie) Hinker of Colby. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren: Kandra (Craig) McKenzie, Daejo Laurin, Madison Gribowski, Edynn, Archer, Cash and Lariah Hinker, and Brynlee Schmidt; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of 70 years, Reubin; parents, brothers: Paul, Edward (Pat) and Richard (Ole), and sisters: Agnes, Genevieve, Imogene and Rita. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at St. Therese of Lisieux, 655 S. Lake Ave, Phillips, WI 54555, with Father Lourdu presiding. Visitation will begin two hours prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will be in Abbotsford Public Cemetery at a later date. Heindl-Nimsgern Funeral Home is assisting the family. A special thank you to the staff of Aspirus Regency Assisted Living of Phillips, and Moments Hospice of Rhinelander, for the excellent care they provided. Paid obituary 148953

Marvin “Marv” L. Broeske, age 85, of Abbotsford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024, at Mayo Health Clinic Systems in Eau Claire. Marvin was born on June 24, 1938, the son of Elroy and Emma (Behring) Broeske in Dorchester. He graduated from Abbotsford High School in 1956 and attended UW Eau Claire where he played basketball for the Blugolds. Marvin was a member of the Army National Guard for 11 years and was called to service during the Berlin Crisis. On January 26, 1961, Marv was united in marriage to Kay Bobbe in Medford. They raised their family in Abbotsford. Marv worked at gas stations in Colby before working 25 years as office manager at Kraft Foods in Milan. He then managed the Cenex Convenience Store in Dorchester for many years. Marv was a huge sports fan and officiated basketball and volleyball at all levels for over 60 years. He truly cherished all his officiating partners but had special memories officiating with Kenny Christensen, Chad Austin and Al Braun. Marv was also highly active playing and organizing adult basketball teams and leagues in and around Abbotsford for many years. He also played on several adult softball teams that played in leagues throughout the area. Marv traveled to tournaments across the state playing in tournaments well into his 50s. He told wonderful stories of all the special plays and games from all the sports he enjoyed playing. He loved the life-long friendships that he made during all those years of playing sports. He was always in the mood for stopping somewhere on his way home from playing or officiating for a cold one or two and was even known to have won quite a few beer drinking trophies with all his softball buddies! He also liked to keep everything in his life highly organized and tidy, from his lawn to his dining room hutch, to his car, and even his garage was neat and tidy. He was a meticulous bookkeeper and took immense pride in doing things right the first time. Marv enjoyed going up to the cottage on Sacketts Lake to relax with his family. Marv was a member of Zion Lutheran Church in Colby and is a past member of the Abbotsford Jaycees. Marv is survived by his wife, Kay, of 62 years; four children: Jill (Steve) Weiler of Marshfield, Patrick (Nellie) Broeske of Brownsville, Robyn (Paul) Schueller of StratfordandAllysonBroeskeofAbbotsford; nine grandchildren: Jena (Ryan) Moertel, Hailey Weiler (fiancé Nick Bolen), Trent Weiler, Bennett Broeske, Alivia Broeske, Jacob Broeske, Kamryn Schueller, Braeden Schueller and Kalyn Schueller, and one great-granddaughter, Charlotte Moertel. He is further survived by brothers-in-law and sisters-inlaw: Lester (Marlene) Bobbe, Linda Boxrucker and Larry Bobbe; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Elroy, and Emma; two brothers: Donald (Ruth) Broeske and Clyde (Carmen) Broeske; a sister, Dorothy (Armin) Gruenke; brother-in-law, Jack Boxrucker; and other family members. A memorial service will be held for Marv at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby. Reverend James Groleau will preside. Visitation will be at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Military honors will be provided by the Colby VFW Post #2227. Following the service the family will be hosting a gathering to celebrate Marv’s life, tell a few stories, have a few drinks, and enjoy a nice dinner. Please join the family at Jack’s Cantina Bar & Grill, 503 E. Spruce St., Abbotsford. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford is entrusted with arrangements. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 148997_2

Adell M. Stelzel, age 86, of Colby, passed away on Monday, Feb. 26, 2024, at Marshfield Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby. Rev. James Groleau will preside. Interment to follow at Colby Memorial Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome from 2 p.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby is entrusted with the arrangements. Adell was born on October 14, 1937, the daughter of Elroy and Helen (Thieme) Brehm in Colby. She graduated from Colby High School and earned her teaching degree from UW-Eau Claire. Adell taught special education at Owen-Withee, Abbotsford and Unity and elementary school in Unity and Colby. On August 3, 1985, she was united in marriage to Lawrence Stelzel at Zion Lutheran Church in Colby. He preceded her in death in March of 2002. Adell was active in her churches: Zion Lutheran in Colby where she was the organist and Trinity Lutheran in Rib Falls, including serving as organist, choir director and involved with the woman’s’ groups. Adell was active in the Lions Club in Rib Falls and founding member for the Unity Lions Club. She received the Melvin Jones award, which is the highest honor bestowed on a Lion for all her involvement. Adell was a member of the Red Hats and volunteered with the Steam Engine Show in Edgar. She loved watching and feeding the birds, gardening and enjoyed traveling. Adell will be greatly missed by her family and all who knew and cherished her. Adell is survived by her two sons: Kent (Kim) Frome and Kurt (Lori) Frome; a step-son, Tim (Wendy) Stelzel; five grandchildren: Michael (India) Frome, Kyle (Laura) Frome, Angela (Kevin) Esselman, Evan (Montana) Frome and Olivia Frome (Ian Waller); three step-grandchildren: Shawn, Natasha and Ashley; eight great-grandchildren: Mason, Parker, Jase, Jordin, Kember, Ava, Jade and Larken. She is further survived by her brother, Richard (Sue) Brehm; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lawrence; her daughter, Kim Juliann Frome; a brother, Clyde Brehm and a sister, Muriel Brehm. Memorials can be given to WI Lions Eye Bank and the WI Lions Camp. The family would like to thank the wonderful staff at the Waterford Assisted Living in Colby and the staff with Compassus Home Health Care. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid obituary 149031