1927-2021 Marjorie A. “Marge” Boxrucker, 94, of the town of Deer Creek, Taylor County died peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 at home while under the care of Hope Hospice. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville with the Rev. Richard Russow officiating. She will be laid to rest next to her husband, Clarence “Windy”, at Zion Ev. Lutheran Cemetery in Stetsonville. Visitation will be from 4-7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 26 at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home in Medford, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Saturday at the Zion Ev. Lutheran Church. Marge was born April 24, 1927 in the town of Little Black to Christian and Matilda (Hemberger) Waldhart. She graduated from Medford High School, class of 1945. She graduated with a B.S. in Education from UW-Stevens Point, and taught elementary education in Colby, Stetsonville and Unity schools for over 35 years. On July 24, 1946, she married Clarence “Windy” Boxrucker at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville. They resided in Stetsonville for their entire marriage. Marge enjoyed bowling, curling, flower gardening, watching sports, especially football and baseball. She was a talented quilter and made numerous quilts for her loved ones that they cherish dearly. She also made several Quilts of Valor for veterans, particularly the WWII veterans in Stetsonville. She is survived by five children, Judith (Warren) Vircks of Cudahy, Jayne Ehlert, Jay (Karen) Boxrucker, Jina (Robert) Lange, all of Medford, Jeffry (Diane) Boxrucker of Norman, Okla.; 17 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; three great-greatgrandchildren; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Clarence “Windy” Boxrucker on Jan. 31, 2020; a son, John “Jack” Boxrucker in 2019; brothers, Galen and Duane Waldhart; a sister, Ruth Mary Thornberry; and son-in-law, Gene Ehlert in 2015. In lieu of flowers, memorials may go to Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Stetsonville or to Hope Hospice. If you have one of Marge’s cherished quilts, the family would ask that you please bring them to the funeral service on Saturday to be displayed at church. 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 113746

1947-2021 Edward John Haynes, 74, was taken from our lives too soon as a result of COVID-19 complications on Nov. 11, 2021. Edward loved to talk to everyone about his creator and the future hope found at Revelation 21:3,4 and Acts 24:15. He looks forward to a time when all things will be made new and rests until that future promise. A scriptural memorial service will be held via Zoom on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021 at 2 p.m. CST and will be officiated by Clint Boettcher of the North Wausau Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Born on Feb. 13, 1947 in Chicago, Ill., the middle child of five and only son to Curlee and Rose (Cavaleri) Haynes. Edward married his beloved wife, Linda Fay (Kolnik) Haynes on Dec. 27, 1969 in Chicago, Ill. Linda’s love, compassion, competitiveness and intuitiveness made them an indispensable pair. Edward and Linda called the beautiful and peaceful North Woods of Phillips, Wis. home for more than 45 years. In Phillips, Edward was self-employed and recently retired from his personal HVAC business. While humble, he was known by many as a modern-day Renaissance Man; a designer, inventor, often creating efficient ways to accomplish the impossible. Edward was lively, loving and generous. His energy was unmatched whether it was to finish a job, tell a story, take a family trip or play a simple game of dominos. Edward brought warmth wherever he went and made a lasting impression in such a way that individuals wanted to be a part of his antics. The greatest part of life is spending it on something that will outlast it, and Edward (Dad, Grandpa) embodied that by devoting himself to his family and his relationships. Edward is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda Fay (Kolnik) Haynes; seven children, Tifney Haynes, Jesse (Keira Lynda) Haynes, Kelly Haynes, Valarie (Jon) Teppo, Kristopher Austin Haynes, ‘A Havahla (Austin) Haynes-Brobst, Lauren (Spencer) Haynes-Moore; five grandchildren, Corey Tyler Henninger, Tyler Elizabeth Brower, Riley Nikkol Brower, Sophia Rose Teppo, Myles Oliver Brobst; and four sisters, Shirley (Sal) Infantino, Patricia McDonald, Fran Silva and Rosemary (Gilbert) Haynes-Aragon. He was preceded in death by his parents Curlee and Rose (Cavaleri) Haynes. Paid Obituary 113725

1961-2021 Michael “Mike” J. Hince, 60, of Medford, peacefully passed away on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital in Medford with his loving wife Lisa by his side. A funeral mass will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021 at OLPH in Whittlesey, with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will take place at 9 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 29 at Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery in Stetsonville. Visitation will take place on Sunday, Nov. 28, 2021 at OLPH from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. Mike was born on July 25, 1961 to James and Judith (Lusher) Hince in Milwaukee. Mike was a 1979 graduate from Medford Senior High School. He then graduated from A & P Mechanic National Aviation Academy in Clearwater, Fla. in 1981. He returned to Medford and worked for Strebig Auto and Gelhaus and Brost Auto as a car mechanic. He then procured his degree in airplane mechanics. He worked for Basler in Oshkosh, Allied Airlines in Marshfield, Midwest Airlines which then became Republic Airlines in Milwaukee. After leaving General Mitchell International Airport as an A & P mechanic, he procured employment as a maintenance mechanic at Premold Corp. in Oconomowoc. He returned to Medford to work as a maintenance mechanic for ATS/Caterpillar in Prentice and Marathon Cheese in Medford. He lastly worked for Kuyoth’s Klassics in Stratford as a restoration mechanic. Mike truly enjoyed auto racing and was always number 32H, deer hunting, snowmobile racing, truck pulls, and airplanes. He obtained his pilot’s license. Mike looked forward to attending the annual EAA Airshow in Oshkosh. He will be remembered for being a great companion and friend to many. He was a wonderful caregiver to his mother. He was always willing to help out his family and friends in their times of need, and fixing things when things needed fixing. Mike is survived by his wife, Lisa of Medford; stepsons, Lonnie Leu Jr. and Leslie (Hailee) Leu of Medford; one step-grandson, Landyn Leu; one sister, Beth (Richard) Karweick of Crestwood, Ky.; nieces, Lauren Perry and Emily Karweick of Crestwood, Ky., and Sarah (Kyle Thompson) Hince of Madison; and a nephew, Christopher Karweick of Crestwood, Ky. Mike was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Scott Hince. 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 113768

1953-2021 Dennis “Denny” James Engel died suddenly Friday, Nov. 19, 2021. He was born in Dorchester Oct. 26, 1953, to LeRoy and Edith “Tootie” Engel (nee Amo). A mass of Christian Burial was held on Wednesday, Nov. 24, 2021, at 10:45 a.m. at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Colby. Father D. Joseph Redfern officiated. Lunch was served immediately following the service. A private family burial will be performed in the near future. Family and friends attended visitation on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021, from 4-8 p.m. at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Homes (203 North 4th Street, Abbotsford, WI) and on Wednesday at Saint Mary’s from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Denny married his high-school sweetheart Janet “Jan” Hedler Engel on Sept. 21, 1974, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church in Colby. Denny & Jan graduated Colby High School in 1971 and Denny attended North Central Technical College in their farm science program. In 1974, a month into his 21st year, and upon the early death of his Father, Dennis became the 3rd generation custodian of the family farm. He ran that farm, eventually adding his partner & nephew Doug Geiger, until his death marking 120 years. This proud Engel family tradition will continue under Doug. Dennis was very proud of Clark Co-Line Dairy Corporation, and it was important to him to operate it with all the modern processes of farming in the 21st century. Dennis was a proud member of the Board of Directors of Taylor Electric Cooperative, Clark Electric Cooperative & Dairyland Power Cooperative, including several terms as Chairman of the Board of Dairyland Power Cooperative. He served several terms as member of the Central Fire & EMS Board of Trustees and the Board of Education of the Colby School District. Denny served many years as the Town Chairman of Mayville. Denny enjoyed anything outside, operating the combine, hunting (deer, elk, pheasant), snowmobiling, UTV riding, softball, bowling, boating, being at his lake home, golfing, campfires, did we mention combining? He enjoyed any and all times with friends and family. In a recent high school reunion post, he answered the question what you are most proud of in your life...”my three successful, independent daughters.” Dennis is survived by Angela Engel, Abbotsford, Kristin (Rob) McMahon, Stoddard, Wis., Megan Engel, Brice Prairie, Wis; special nephew Michael (Louise) Hackel; grandchildren, Robby McMahon, III, Reagan, Madisyn & Kenadie Schraufnagel, Jaxson & Avonlea; godson Hunter Hackel; and special greatniece Natalie Hackel; sisters, Terry (Melvin) Deml, Cathy (Allan) Peissig, Barbie (Jeff) Bublitz, Deanna “Beaner” (Randy) Stockwell, Jaycine “Babe” (Gary) Geiger; and mother-in-law Dolores (nee Firnstahl) Hedler. Many cherished & highly valued friends from his youth on up, especially lifelong friend Danny Dums who appropriately, along with Doug Geiger, were with him at his death. Preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy Engel, Edith “Tootie” (nee Amo) Engel; wife, Janet “Jan” Hedler Engel; sister, Susan Marie “Susie” Newcomb; and father-in-law Donald Eugene “Jake” Hedler. Memorials may be directed to the Dennis & Jan Engel Farm Science Scholarship Trust at AbbyBank, (401 East Spruce Street, Abbotsford, WI 54405, 715223-2345). This Trust will provide assistance to Colby High School graduates pursuing careers and passions in farm science. Many lives were enriched by Denny’s friendship & generosity. Online condolences can be made to www.maurinaschilling. com. Paid Obituary 113723

1932-2021 Walter H. “Mike” Kummer, 89, of Medford, town of Browning died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at Our House Assisted Living in Medford. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021 at the Community United Church of Christ in Medford with Rev. Doris Ruben officiating. Military honors will follow the service at the church. Interment will be at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Saturday at the church. Mike was born May 9, 1932 in Medford to Anton and Pauline (Rudolph) Kummer. He grew up in Medford and attended area schools. Mike entered the military and served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1952-54. On Nov. 7, 1970, Mike married Sandy Daubert at the Community UCC in Medford. They resided in the town of Browning where Mike farmed. He also worked at Metzler Monuments which later became Halls Monuments. Following his retirement, Mike bartended at several local restaurants and taverns, which he enjoyed because he loved talking to people. He also liked to ride in his golf cart and putz in the yard. He took great pride in his yard and “everything in its place” in his shed. He is survived by his wife, Sandy of Medford; three children, Wally (Marsha) Kummer, Lisa (Brian) Noland, Mark (Lori) Willner, all of Medford; grandchildren, Amber (Matt) Neumueller, Tim (Kristine Dassow) Noland, Heidi (Eric) Stark, Alyssa and Hailey Willner, Matthew (Shanae) Henaman, Elizabeth Henaman, Sarah (Ben) Hamele, Gabrielle (Michael Dohrwardt) Kummer, Branden, Seth, Isaac and Braxten Kummer; great-grandchildren, Livia, Harper, Kylie, Adriian, Karsynn, Tessa, Keaton, Mara, and Jade; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Joe, Anton Jr. and John Kummer; mother and father-in-law, Marcella and Sam Daubert; and a brother-in-law, George Daubert. 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 113748

1949-2021 Yvonne F. Brunner, 72, of Perkinstown, died Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital, Medford. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 26 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Medford with Rev. Amy Heinz officiating. Interment will follow at Molitor Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m., Friday at the church. Yvonne was born March 24, 1949 in Rice Lake to Cyril and Opal (Murray) Mancel. She graduated from Altoona High School, then earned an Associate’s Degree in accounting from the University of Minnesota. On March 26, 1977, Yvonne married Bruce Brunner in Withee. They resided in Perkinstown for most of their marriage. Yvonne worked as a realtor in the Medford area and owned and operated Northwoods Realty for many years. She also worked for Catholic Charities, helping with bookkeeping and other areas of management. In her leisure, Yvonne liked to fish, hunt, take photos and was always helping people. Her most precious time was that spent with her family. Her family meant the world to her and she always put everyone ahead of herself. She is survived by her husband, Bruce of Perkinstown; three children, Catherine (Jake) Beilfuss of Medford, Carol (Lonnie) Nelson of Colby, Jeremy (Jennifer) Brunner of Medford; two brothers, Arliegh Leach of Medford, Leroy (Carin) Leach of Mauston; grandchildren, Kyle Firnstahl, Amanda (Jim) Newby, Jessica (Travis) Augustine, Tyler (Amanda) Firnstahl, Veronica (Colton) Belding, Brittney (Patrick) Radlinger, Bobbi Jo (Shawn Peterson) Nelson, Nathan Levenhagen, Megan Brunner, Matthew Brunner, Brandon Brunner; nine great-grandchildren, Khloie, Carter, Addison, Kya, Ava, Remi, Claira, Kentley, Harper; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Cyril Mancel; mother and stepfather, Opal and Lawrence Cardinal; and two brothers, Earl and Jerry Leach. 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 113758

Crash reports Jason Paul Stegar, 40, of Stanley, was traveling westbound on CTH F, in the town of Taft, on November 9, at 2:58 a.m. when he struck a cow in the roadway. Stegar attempted to stop, causing skid marks, and came to rest in the yard of W16561 CTH F. Stegar’s vehicle had extensive front end damage, and vehicle was able to be driven away from the scene. Lisa Mae Donnerbauer,

1929-2021 Gerald A. Kallenbach, 92, of Medford passed away on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021 at Abbotsford Health Care Center. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 26 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Medford, with Rev. Daniel Iwinski officiating. Burial will follow at Medford Evergreen II Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at of Immanuel Lutheran Church and enjoyed spending time with his family, reading history and playing cards. He is survived by his six children, William Kallenbach of Algoma, Carol (Don) Krumm of Schofield, Martin (Janice) Kallenbach, David (Debbie) Kallenbach, Terry (Barbara) Kallenbach, all of Medford, Wendy Thompson of Oak Creek; grandchildren, Jay (Becky) Kallenbach, Craig (Kelly) Kallenbach, Travis (Jessica) Kallenbach, Tanya (Samuel) Kleutsch; great-grandchildren, Renly Kallenbach, Carter and Annalise Kallenbach, Easton and Lydia Kleutsch; brother, Robert (Jarda) Kallenbach of Medford; brother-in-law, Chester (Chris) Zuleger of Horicon; sister-in-law, Betty Zuleger of Medford; nieces, nephews; other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Evelyn on June 9, 2021; son-in-law, Robert Thompson; sisters, Ruth Seefeld and Gertrude Soine; brother, Lee Kallenbach; brothers-in-law, James Seefeld, Ben Soine, Robert Zuleger, Don Widmer; sisters-in-law, Rita Kallenbach and Ruth Widmer. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or Time of Grace. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice.com. 11 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gerald was born on April 23, 1929 in Price County to August and Selma (Foss) Kallenbach. At the age of 8, the family moved to Taylor County where Gerald attended grade school. On Sept. 11, 1954, Gerald married Evelyn Zuleger at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Gerald worked on his parent’s dairy farm until purchasing his own in the town of Browning in 1954 which he operated for 45 years before he retired. He also worked off farm as a laborer at Medford Coop and Farmers Elevator Feed Mill, drove lime truck and bulk milk truck. He was active in the National Farmers Organization serving as county chapter president for several terms. He was also a member Paid Obituary 113484

1932-2021 Everest Edward “Ev” Sonsalla, age 89 of West Baraboo passed away on Friday, Nov. 12, 2021 unexpectedly at home. A memorial mass was held at noon on Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Baraboo with Father Jay Poster officiating. Visitation was held from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church Thursday. Inurnment followed at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery with military honors. He was born in Independence on March 19, 1932 to parents Ignatius and Catherine (Woychik) Sonsalla. Ev married Dorothy Habermeyer on June 6, 1956. The couple lived in Enterprise, Ala., while Ev served in the Army. They moved to Portage in 1958 and later to Baraboo from 1962-66 and Wisconsin Dells for a few years. They settled in Baraboo in 1969. He attended Independence schools from grade school until high school, and he graduated college from UW-River Falls. He was a teacher at Dorchester, later enlisting in the Army as a Sergeant in both Fort Benning in Georgia and Fort Rucker in Alabama; and after honorable discharge from the Army, he returned to teaching in Portage. Ev was the Boy Scout Master for several years for troop #93. He enjoyed camping at Double KD Ranch with a pink camper, as well as camping with family and scouts. He loved helping people with any building projects, he was always willing to lend a helping hand. He was a member of Knights of Columbus #746 and Elks Club, devout member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Baraboo, he was a member of the St. Joseph Parish Council, acting as the president for several years, and ushered for many years. He was involved in the pancake breakfasts for the Knights of Columbus. Ev adored his grandchildren, and always took the opportunity to go on school trips or other functions with them. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren were extremely important to him. He enjoyed gardening, canning, playing cards, dominos, working on his HAHSA; a waste oil burner to heat the home and the office, and he went to many farmers and businesses to collect their waste oil. He is survived by children, Daniel Sonsalla of Baraboo, Dean Sonsalla of Baraboo, Diane (Will) Foreman of Otsego, Greg (Joy) Sonsalla of Baraboo, Vicki (Dale) Harmon of Mauston, and daughter-inlaw Heather Sonsalla of Merrillan; twelve grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his sister-in-law, Marion Paul of Abbotsford/ Colby; brother-in-law, Melvin Gebert of Medford; and sister-in-law, Bernice Sonsalla of Independence; along with many nieces; nephews; very dear cousins and many, many friends. Ev was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Dorothy; his parents; son, David Sonsalla; siblings, Bernice (Dick) Boland and their son Rick, John Sonsalla, Beatrice (Sister Jean) Sonsalla; siblings-in-law, Bill (Phyllis) Habermeyer and their son Wayne, Emery (Mabel) Habermeyer, Patricia Gebert and her daughter Donna, Ruth (Wayne) Bischel; and Ev and Dorothy’s special dog, Tanner. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Baraboo. As Ev would often say, “don’t take any wooden nickels” and “keep smiling.” The Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home is assisting the family. Paid Obituary 113454