22 February 2023

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Eugene “Gene” G. Gebert

Eugene “Gene” G. Gebert


1930-2023 Eugene “Gene” G. Gebert, 93, of Medford passed away on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023 at Rib Lake Health Care Center under the care of Hope Hospice. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Medford with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Saturday, March 4, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. until time of services at noon. Burial will be held at a later date. Gene was born on Jan. 1, 1930 in the town of Little Black to Fred and Josephine (Peissig) Gebert. He graduated from Dorchester High School in 1948. He married Leona Kress on Sept. 29, 1956 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Stetsonville. Gene worked for the Rib Lake Cheese Company, Milly’s Bowling Alley, drove bus for Werner Bus Service and worked at the Medford School District in maintenance until his retirement in 1995. He continued to mow lawns for the school district in his retirement. Gene was an avid bowler from 1946 to 2016. He enjoyed spending time with his family at Lake Benedict, an “occasional” trip to the casino and rooting for Wisconsin sports teams. He was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church where he had been a server for funeral masses. Gene is survived by his wife, Leona; children, Becky (Tom Bowder) Brost of Medford, Cindy Gebert of Eau Claire, Scott Gebert of Weston and Roger Gebert of Medford; grandchildren, Stasia (Clint) Berry, Katelyn (Travis) Ziemba, Jordan (Alyssa Jelinski) Brost, Briana (Nick) Mahowald, Alex (Haylee Lukarich) Gebert, Sam (Melanie McCluskey) Gebert; great-grandchildren, Hudson Brost and Brice Ziemba; step-great-grandchildren, Ethan Berry and Tatum Ziembo. He is also survived by siblings, Don (Marge) Gebert, Fred (Rose Ann) Gebert and Dale (Marcy) Gebert; sisters-in-law Caroline Gebert and Dolly Schreiner; brother-in-law Robert “Lefty” Woelfel along with many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Gene was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Anita (Conrad) Hoffman- (Chuck) McGuire; Ken Gebert, Melvin (Pat) Gebert, Jim Gebert, and Nancy (Hunce) Schreiner along with numerous nieces and nephews. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice. com. Paid Obituary 132722

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Jerome Joseph Kurth

Jerome Joseph Kurth


1936-2023 On Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023, Jerome Joseph Kurth, beloved father, grandfather, and greatgrandfather, passed away peacefully in the evening hours at Abbotsford Health Care Center in Abbotsford. A public Celebration of Life for Jerome will be held on Sunday, March 26, at the Centennial Community Center, 412 E Centennial Ave, Stetsonville, WI 54480. The family is putting on an 11 a.m. social, followed by a 12 p.m. luncheon. A burial service will be at a later date. At the age of 86, Jerome leaves behind many legacies including farming (many hours of rocks were picked), logging, draft horses, clearing land, strong work ethic, but most importantly a big loving family. In the early years, Jerome was married to Patricia Ann Wiarek (d. 2021) of Milwaukee, (later in life divorced). Jerome and Patricia took over the family dairy farm in 1968 in Catawba. He later married Charlaine Erdman (d. 2003). On the farm, he would lend a helping hand to neighbors, and they were always willing to help him in return. He also won horsemanship awards and trophies with his wellknown draft horse studs, Jack and Pete. Not many people pulled two studs together. Following his years on the farm, he married Jeanette Conner (later divorced) and resided in Phillips, Marshfield, and most recently Medford. Jerome loved his kids and family time, whether it was bringing everyone to horse pulls or having family gatherings. He had a philosophy of you have good times and bad times, but you always move forward. Jerome is survived by his children, Brenda Lingford (Jeff), John Kurth (Michelle), Jody Wanish (Loren), Tami Edinger (Todd), Mary Makovsky (Pete), Randy Kurth (Ginny), Andy Kurth. He is also survived by his ten grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by daughter, Carol Kurth; son, Robert Kurth; wife, Charlaine Kurth, and seven siblings. Cremation Society of Wisconsin, Altoona is assisting the family. Online condolences may be shared at www.cremationsociety-wi.com. Paid Obituary 132608
15 February 2023

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Boyd “Bud” Brandner

Boyd “Bud” Brandner


1941-2023 Boyd “Bud” Brandner, age 81, of Rib Lake, passed away on Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, at Rib Lake Health Services. Visitation and memorial mass for Bud will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake from 9 a.m. until the time of the mass at 11 a.m. Fr. Hrudaya Raju Sunkara will officiate. Interment will take place in the spring at the Chelsea Cemetery with military rites. Bud was born Sept. 3, 1941, in Chelsea, to the late Joseph and Celesta (Leischer) Brandner. Bud grew up and attended grade school in Chelsea and later attended high school in Westboro. After high school, he worked in the woods logging until he joined the United States Army. Bud proudly served for three years. He was a former member of the Westboro Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 7817 Premeau-Schauss. After his years in the Army, he moved back to Westboro where he started his company, Boyd Brandner Trucking, which he owned and operated until his retirement in 2003. In his younger years, he played pool league in Chelsea. Bud enjoyed going to the casino and watching football, especially the Green Bay Packers. He also liked stopping by the local taverns and visiting with his friends. He was a humble, quiet man that enjoyed the simple life. Survivors include his siblings, Marlene Rhyner, of Medford, Ronald (Betty) Brandner, of Richfield, Shirley Thums, of Westboro, Danny (Diane) Brandner, of Chelsea, and Gail Brandner, of Chippewa Falls. He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Bud was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Celesta; his infant brother, Robert Brandner; two brothers, Larry Brandner and Bruce Brandner; his sister, Janice Brandner; and his brothers-in-law, Don Rhyner and Ed Thums. Generations Funeral Home & Crematory of Tomahawk is assisting the family. You may view the obituary and leave online condolences at generationsfuneral.com. Paid Obituary 132276

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Helen V. Leu

Helen V. Leu


1934-2023 Helen V. Leu, age 89, of Abbotsford, passed away with her loving husband by her side on Friday, Feb. 10, 2023 at the Colonial Center in Colby under the tender care of hospice. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2023 at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Abbotsford. Interment followed at the St. Mary Catholic Cemetery in Colby. Father Timothy Oudenhoven officiated. Visitation was held from 9 a.m. until time of service Wednesday at the church. A live stream is available for those unable to attend on the Maurina Schilling Funeral Home Facebook page or website. Helen was born on Feb. 10, 1934, the daughter of Carl and Margaret (Ohlinger) Apfelbeck in the Town of Hull. She was united in marriage to Duane “Butch” Leu, Sr. on Dec. 28, 1960 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Colby. Helen worked at Wonder Wash Car Wash, Marathon Electric, Badger Baskets and Motorola. She also took care of her children, including her grandchildren. Helen played the guitar and sang with her sisters at Whispering Pines Dance Hall in rural Abbotsford. Most importantly, she loved and cherished her family. Helen is survived by her husband of 62 years, Duane “Butch” Sr.; four children, Lisa (Allan) Eisner of Rib Lake, Duane “Duke” (Kristina) Jr. of Stetsonville, Lance (Jodi) of Medford and Linc (Tiffany) of Mosinee; a daughter-in-law, Lisa Hince; 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. She is further survived by seven siblings, Arnold (Evelyn) Apfelbeck of Medford, Lucille Weber of Ill., Caroline “Pat” (Roy) Boneske of Athens, Agnes Weber of Antioch, Ill., Raymond (Marlene) Apfelbeck of Rib Mountain, Robert Apfelbeck of Mosinee and Dorothy (Dave) Kramas of Darien; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Lonnie Sr.; her grandson, Landyn; eight siblings: Gilbert, John, Leon, Bernice Miller, Claude, Hubert, Rosemary Chris, and Andrew. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com. Paid Obituary 132311

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Arlene E. Fallos

Arlene E. Fallos


1937-2023 Arlene E. Fallos, 85, of the Township of Greenwood, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family, under the care of Hope Hospice. A memorial service for Arlene will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, with Father Jayanna Kanna officiating. Burial will follow at Historic St. Ann’s Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Good Shepherd Catholic Church on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Arlene was born on Sept. 25, 1937 to Leonard and Lorraine (Griffin) Thums in the township of Greenwood. She graduated from Rib Lake High School in 1955. She then attended Taylor County Normal School for one year. After school she moved down to Milwaukee, where she worked at Allis Chalmers. She met her husband, Claude Fallos on New Year’s Eve 1958 and they married on June 28, 1958 in Waukegan, Ill.; he preceded her in death on Dec. 17, 2007. They moved to Rib Lake in 1960, where she worked at Gem Products for 18 years and the Rib Lake Nursing Home for 21 years, until her retirement. In her spare time Arlene enjoyed gardening, sewing, making quilts for her family, riding horses, her cat, Sylvester, and making the best apple pie. She also enjoyed spending time with her large family at family gatherings, holidays, and birthdays. She instilled the importance of family and strong work ethics on each of her children. Arlene is survived by her children, Pamela (Richard) Weinzatl of Ogema, Mark (Sherri) Fallos of Rib Lake, Blanche (James) Wellman of Medford, Rodney (Brenda) Fallos, Rhonda Ziembo, both of Rib Lake, Claudette (Robert) Maxwell of Dwight, Ill. and Sheila (Daniel) Schneider of Rib Lake; 27 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren; brother, Robert (Sandy) Thums; and sister, Phyllis (Mike) Kolecheck. Arlene is further survived by other family and friends. Arlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Claude; great-grandchildren, Marcella and Rylan; brothers, Richard and Douglas; sister, Alice Corbrisier; son-in-law, Joseph Ziembo. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Arlene’s name may be given to Hope Hospice. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www. hemerfuneralservice.com. Paid Obituary 132379

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Beulah M. Tinsman

Beulah M. Tinsman


1949-2023 Beulah M. Tinsman, age 73, of Barron, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023 at her sister’s home on Hospice, in Menomonie, after a short fight with cancer. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 28, 2023 at the pavilion in the Glen Flora Park with Dan Erickson officiating. There will be a visitation and sharing of memories one hour prior to the service. Beulah will be laid to rest in the Glenview Cemetery, Glen Flora following the service. Beulah was born April 28, 1949 in Ladysmith, daughter of Harold and Ruth Tinsman. Beulah enjoyed being outside, doing many activities. She loved taking her younger nieces and nephews to her farm and let them feed the animals and all her dogs and cats!! Later in life, she fell in love with camping and trail riding every summer with her brothers, sisters and many nieces and nephews! Beulah loved working with her hands all her life, first with the farming chores and later sewing in an industrial setting. She worked at a sewing factory in Chetek for many years and later moved to Barron and worked for Big Bike Parts in Rice Lake for 25+ years. Beulah will be greatly missed by her siblings, Arthur (Caroline) Tinsman of Jump River, Susie (Tom) Amerson of Apache Junction, Ariz., Duane (Elaine) Tinsman, Hannibal, Gloria (Duane) Johnson of Cameron, Yvonne (Dan) Erickson of Menomonie, Sue (Roy) Tinsman of Glen Flora, Jane (Kim) Mincoff of Conrath, Margie (Dale) Woellner of Withee and Irene (Dick) Jenness of Ladysmith, friend Kay Wilbert of Barron; and many, many nieces and nephews. Beulah was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ruth Tinsman, brother Roy Tinsman, and brothers-in-law Duane Johnson, Jerry Peet and Dick Jenness. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie, Wisc. is assisting the family with the arrangements. To share a memory, please visit obituaries at www.olsonfuneral.com. Paid Obituary 132398

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Shirley A. Luedke

Shirley A. Luedke


1933-2023 Shirley A. Luedke, 89, of Westboro, passed away at home on Monday, Feb. 13, 2023. A memorial service for Shirley will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 at the First Lutheran Church in Westboro, with Pastor Travis Rogers officiating. Burial will follow at Northside Cemetery. Visitation will take place at First Lutheran Church in Westboro on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Shirley was born on July 16, 1933 to George Sr. and Esther (Pipkorn) Walters in West Allis. She graduated from Westboro High School in 1951. She married Clement C. Peterson on July 16, 1952 and he preceded her in death on Dec. 22, 1982. She then married Richard Luedke on Nov. 12, 1983 and he preceded her in death on Feb. 4, 2001. Shirley began working on the family farm in Westboro. She then went to work for Cooper Cheese in the mid 70’s and Golden Age Nursing Home, as a nurse’s aide, in the late 70’s. She began working for the Taylor County Health Department, as a home health aide in 1982. She worked there until her retirement in 2002. She was also an active member of First Lutheran Church in Westboro, where she taught Sunday school and was a member of the Ladies Aide. In her spare time she enjoyed crocheting, making afghans for her children, watching the birds, and rosemaling with Audrey Punzle. Shirley is survived by her sons, Mark (Irma) Peterson and Timothy (Jacky) Peterson, both of Westboro; grandchildren, Carl (Vicky) Peterson, Nikki (Ron) Reinl and Tyler (Susan) Peterson; great-grandchildren, Brent, Clint, Vanessa, Ava, Brycen, Ella, and Hannah. Shirley is further survived by her brother, Larry (Janice) Walters; sister, Joanne (Dennis) Larson; nieces; nephews; and other family and friends. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands; granddaughter, Quinn Sommer; brother, George Walters Jr.; sister, Jan Meyer; daughter-inlaw, Roberta Peterson. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www. hemerfuneralservice.com. Paid Obituary 132429

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Marion Meyer

Marion Meyer


1927-2023 Marion Meyer, age 95, formerly of Holcombe and Dorchester, passed away peacefully at Stoney River in Marshfield on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023. She was born on May 30, 1927, in Ogema. She worked as a nursing assistant at Medford Hospital where she met the love of her life, Arthur, and they were married 60 years. Together they started Meyer Lumber Co. of Dorchester, along with two of Arthur’s brothers. Marion initially worked in the office and even did the books at home on a card table with a borrowed typewriter. In 1977 they retired and moved to Holcombe. Marion very much enjoyed living on the lake in Holcombe. She loved visits from her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She enjoyed playing cards, water skiing, pontooning, fishing, gardening, and trips to the casino. Marion swam every day in the lake during the summers and could be seen scraping the snow off the roof into her 90s. Marion was blessed with many friends and neighbors who continued to watch over her after Art’s passing. Marion was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur; her parents, Marie (Dahl) and Alvin Nelson; brother, Conrad Nelson; and sister, Irene Knippel; daughter-in-law Karen Meyer; and her beloved cat Benny. She is survived by her three children, Bruce Meyer, Duane (Jane) Meyer, and Marcia (Joey) Garcia; five grandchildren, Holly (Drew) Martin, Amy (Erich Kliewer) Meyer, Daniel (Cassie) Meyer, Joey Garcia Jr, & Kody Meyer; seven great-grandchildren, Braxton, Delaina and Cadence Meyer, Avery and Bodhi Martin, and Marlo and Norah Kliewer. Funeral service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established for Marion’s favorite charities. Paid Obituary 132341
08 February 2023

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