27 March 2024

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Kelly Cornell

Obituary - Kelly Cornell


1962-2024 Kelly Cornell, a beloved father, husband, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2024 in Duluth, Minn. surrounded by family. He was born on July 23, 1962, in Ladysmith, to Ray and Dorothy Cornell. Kelly’s life was one filled with love for his family. He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Cornell; daughter, Nicole Hoehn; daughter, Jasmine (Ross) Ojala; son, Jens (Beth) Cornell; daughter, Jael Cornell; grandchildren, Gabriel and Violet Ojala, Jonathan, Lucia, and Emmeline Cornell and Jordan and Jalen Larson; as well as dog, Lambeau. Kelly’s life was marked by the profound impact he had on those around him. He cherished every moment spent with his family and took great pride in being a devoted husband to Patricia and a nurturing father to Jasmine, Jens, and Jael. His passion for cooking brought joy to many gatherings where friends and family were treated to his delicious meals. Kelly also had an infectious sense of humor that could light up any room. His love for the Green Bay Packers was unwavering - win or lose - but it paled in comparison to the love he held for his family. One of Kelly’s greatest joys came from spending time with his nieces, nephews, and grandchildren who adored their “Papa” beyond measure. Whether it was carrying kids around on his shoulders, being “Donald Duck,” or on the lake fishing – these moments will forever be treasured by all who were fortunate enough to witness them. Kelly’s passing leaves behind an unfillable void in the hearts of all who knew him. However, we take solace knowing that he has been reunited with those gone before us including parents, Ray & Dorothy; sister, Carol; brothers, Marc & Ted. A celebration of life will be planned this summer in Duluth, Minnesota to gather to reminisce about the unforgettable memories with Kelly. The legacy left behind by Kelly is one built upon kindness, laughter, & unconditional love which shall continue inspiring future Cornell generations. Paid Obituary 150378

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Margaret “Peggy” S. Rau

Margaret “Peggy” S. Rau


1960-2024 Margaret “Peggy” S. Rau, age 63, of Dorchester, passed away on March 20, 2024. A Mass of Christian Burial was held 11 a.m. at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Abbotsford on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Father Timothy Oudenhoven officiated. Interment was in the Abbotsford Public Cemetery. Family and friends were welcomed from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26 at Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford and from 10 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27 at the church. Peggy was born Dec. 13, 1960, the daughter of Fred and Cecelia (Koplitz) Schindler, Sr. in Marshfield. She graduated from Abbotsford High School in 1979. Peggy was married to Richard Rau for 35 years. Together they farmed in the Town of Mayville. Peggy was a passionate farmer and was a leader in calf raising and husbandry. She also led educational workshops and organized tours to promote the dairy industry. Peggy was also very generous of her time and money as she donated to various community organizations and people in need. When her Dorchester community needed first responders, she was the first to volunteer. She was a member of both St. Louis and St. Bernard Catholic Churches, member of the Busy Homemakers, and a leader in the Liberty 4-H Club. Peggy enjoyed gardening, cooking and traveling. She especially loved baking and sharing with the community and people around her. Peggy loved and cherished being with her family. Peggy is survived by her four children, Zak (Tony Meyer) Rau of Medford, Stephanie (Eric) Karr of Eau Claire, Rebecca Rau of Vancouver, Wash. and Zayne (Jess) Rau of Medford; six grandchildren, Savannah, Isla, Bennett, Chet, Colt and Amilyah. She is further survived by her seven siblings, Patricia (Greg) Krause of Prentice, Marie (Ted) Hoffman of Lake Mills, Fred (Linda) Schindler of Curtiss, Jayne (Julian) Jannene of Colby, Leonard (Diane) Schindler of Colby, Tim (Lisa) Schindler of Curtiss and Tom (Robyn) Schindler of Marshfield; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Michael. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Aspirus Medford Foundation for mental health awareness. Family and friends may express condolences online at www.maurinaschilling.com Paid Obituary 150260

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Allen Clark

Allen Clark


1937-2024 Allen Clark, age 86 of Prescott, died peacefully, Saturday, March 23, 2024 at his residence. Allen was born on Nov. 20, 1937 in Ladysmith; the son of Edward Wilson and Lenora (Nelson) Clark. He was raised in Tony, where he attended elementary and high school. As a young man, he was married to the former Yvonne Smrstick. To this union children Allen, Christine, Julie, and Sue were born. This union would later dissolve. When he moved to the St. Paul area as a young strapping man, he began working in the construction industry; specifically, as an ironworker. He took great pride in his work and would let you know if the bridge you were driving over was worked on by him, or if the booming cell towers that you would drive by were scaled by him. In his early forties, a certain waitress at The County Point in Hastings caught his eye. He was rather smitten with her and got the nerve up to ask her out. She eventually said yes, and the rest is history. On June 8, 1985, Allen was united in marriage to Joan Helen Hoffman at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Hastings. For nearly 40 years, they were inseparable and their love grew stronger each year. Allen thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting. He had fond memories of deer hunting with the guys back in Tony, Wisconsin or pheasant hunting with his dogs, particularly Sheena, his prized lab. He and Joan had many memorable trips to Canada fishing, and they never went without their limit of walleye (according to Al). When he retired, he took a part-time job at Emerald Greens Golf Course in Hastings. He loved the work there, made many good friends, and the free golf he got to play was a bonus. Allen and Joan also enjoyed 13 winters in Arizona golfing and enjoying times with dear friends and family. If you’ve had the privilege to visit with Joan and Allen at their home, you most certainly went away with a bottle of homemade maple syrup from the family business. If you had a peek into his garage and workshop, his love of woodworking was obvious. He so enjoyed using his God given talents to create keepsakes of many different shapes and sizes to give to those he cared for deeply. His most recent project was a rocking horse for his newest great-grandchild Rhodes. Furthermore, he always looked forward to coffee with his friends at the Table of Knowledge at Ptaceks. Allen will fondly be remembered by his love, wife, and best friend, Joan; children, Christine (Don) Moe, Julie (Ron) Kaplan, Sue (Greg) Roe; grandchildren, Adam, Andrea (Ryan), Aaron, Faith, Tanner (Netta), Madi, (Max); great-grandchildren, Joey, McKenna, Josiah, Alaina, Greta, Avery, Flynn; step-children, Russell (Marin) Peterson, Douglas (Diane) Peterson, James (Mary Jo) Peterson, Dean (Lynette) Peterson; step-grandchildren Savvanah, Maizie, Nathan, Kayla (Joseph), Tia (Jared), Ben (Kandice), Mitchell (Kelsey), Creed, Fletcher, Estee; and his great-grandson, Rhodes. His parents and son, Allen Jr. preceded him in death. Mass of Christian Burial for Allen was 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 27 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Prescott. Burial was in the Holy Rosary Cemetery in Medford. Visitation was one hour prior to the service at St. Joseph’s. A luncheon followed at Ptaceks Old Event Center. Memorials preferred to the discretion of the family. Funeral services entrusted to the O’Connell Family Funeral Home of Prescott. Paid Obituary 150349

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Allen C. Lang

Allen C. Lang


Allen C. Lang, 73, of Medford, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by family, after a yearlong battle with cancer. A funeral mass for Allen will take place at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 1, 2024 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Whittlesey with Father Patrick McConnell officiating. Burial will follow at OLPH Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home in Medford on Sunday, March 31, 2024 from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., when a rosary service will take place. Visitation will continue at OLPH Catholic Church on Monday, April 1, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Allen was born on Sept. 23, 1950 to Charles and Rose (Boehm) Lang in Wausau. He attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Edgar High School. He continued his education at UW-Madison School of Pharmacy, where he met and married the love of his life, Judy Bohman. After graduating pharmacy school, 1950-2024 they purchased and operated the Edgar Drugstore. The family moved to Medford in 1983 and they purchased Valu-Rite Drugstore, which the family operated until 2010. After selling the drugstore he continued to work there with his son until his cancer diagnosis in spring of 2023. When Allen wasn’t working at the drugstore, he enjoyed working on their farm raising beef and doing field work. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and neighbors. He loved playing cards (sheepshead) with his friends and family, especially his grandchildren. Allen is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy Lang; children, Sara (Mark) Matyka of Rib Lake, Jason (Kristine) Lang of Medford, and Rachel Lang of Mount Pleasant; grandchildren, Kyle (Savannah) Matyka, Cody (Clare) Matyka, Jacob, Tyler, and Amber Matyka, and Alexander and Timothy Lang; and one greatgranddaughter on the way. Allen is further survived by his siblings, Dennis (Shirley) Lang, Charles (Dorothy) Lang, Jane (John) Yde, and the Hasko bonus family. Allen was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rose; and step-mother, Georgine. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 150320

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Joyce Drost

Joyce Drost


1934-2024 Joyce Drost, 89, passed away Tuesday, March 19, at her home in Stetsonville, surrounded by family. Joyce was born on April 3, 1934 in Milwaukee, to Albert and Anne (Weber) Handel. On Oct. 11, 1952 she married Thomas Drost at St. Matthew’s parsonage in the village of Marathon. They were happily married for 64 years. Joyce had an unwavering love for her Lord and Saviour, her family, friends, and her country. Joyce will be missed by all who were blessed by her loving and joyful spirit. Joyce is survived by her five children, Debra Dorzok of Tomah, James Drost of Belgrade, Mont., Lori (Bill) Peters of West Salem, Jeffrey (Cindy) Drost of Beloit, Daniel (Jodi) Drost of Woodruff; 13 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Patty Ecklund of Medford. A memorial service for Joyce took place at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 25, 2024 at Zion Lutheran Church, with Pastor Richard Russow officiating. Burial followed at Medford Evergreen Cemetery I. Visitation took place at Zion Lutheran Church on Monday, March 25, 2024 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Thank you to Hope Hospice for their services and wonderful care of Joyce. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Hope Hospice, 537 W. Broadway Ave, Medford, WI 54451. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family. Please visit www. hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. And the God of all Grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while. Will himself restore you and make you strong, firm, and steadfast, to him be the power for ever and ever, Amen., Peter 5:10-11 Paid Obituary 150317

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Dennis L. Nuernberger

Dennis L. Nuernberger


1949-2024 Dennis L. Nuernberger, 74, of Medford, passed away on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home, with Pastor Nancy Amacher Officiating. Burial will take place at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Hemer-Pickerign Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Following the service military rites will be performed by the Medford Military Honors Team. Dennis was born on Nov. 7, 1949 to Herbert and Lorraine (Olson) Nuernberger in Medford. He attended Medford area schools and graduated from Medford High School. He then enlisted in the Air Force and served for 4 years (1967-1971). After his service he graduated from UW–Eau Claire with a degree in Education. He taught in Almond and McFarland Wisconsin before returning to Medford and finished his teaching career as a math Teacher at Medford Area Senior High School. He retired in 2007. In his spare time Dennis enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing golf. He also enjoyed hiking and maintaining the Ice Age Trail. Dennis had the trip of a lifetime with the Honor Flight in April 2023. The look on his face as he was greeted by family and friends at the Mosinee Airport was priceless. Dennis is survived by his siblings, Kay (Barry) Steevens of Columbia, Mo., Janet (John) Kushlan of Wisconsin Rapids, Bruce (Sue) Nuernberger of Medford, Vicki Leonard of Alamogordo, N.M., Lee (Jean) Nuernberger of Medford, and Joan Kristan of Nixa, Mo. Dennis is further survived by nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Benny Leonard. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in Dennis’s name may be given to the VFW Building Fund. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice. com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 150347
13 March 2024

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Dennis W. Johnson

Dennis W. Johnson


1939-2024 Dennis W. Johnson, 84, of Medford, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. A memorial mass will be held at 11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 23, 2024 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake with Fr. Julian Druffner officiating. Burial services will be performed at a later date for the immediate family. Visitation will be from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. at the church. Dennis was born on June 29, 1939 in Chicago, Ill. to Harold and Evelyn (Holm) Johnson. He grew up in Ogema, and graduated from Prentice High School in 1957. On June 3, 1961, he married the love of his life, Marian McGuire. Shortly after the wedding, the young newlyweds moved to Marquette, Mich. where Dennis found employment at the Gambles department store. In 1966, Dennis moved his young family to Medford where he began his self-employment as a doorto- door distributor for Morning Glory Dairy. In 1972, they built their home in Rib Lake where Dennis’ employment at Morning Glory would wind down, leading him to purchase the local root beer stand, “DJ’s Drive In” which they operated for several years. During this time, Dennis also drove truck for Dick Thums Trucking and Tombstone Pizza before eventually becoming a supervisor at Weather Shield until his retirement. Following retirement, he worked a few years at Great Northern Cabinetry before becoming a Walmart greeter in Medford. He loved his greeter role where he reconnected with many old friends and made new friends along the way. A man strong in his catholic faith, he was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Rib Lake. Over the years, Dennis played bass guitar and sang for several local bands. He heard many times how much he looked like Conway Twitty! He also enjoyed bowling, fishing and baseball, both coaching little league and playing the sport…and he was a great pitcher in his younger days. He also served as a volunteer firefighter for Rib Lake and was a talented woodworker. He made many furniture pieces and kitchen cabinets for family and friends. He even made cribs for all of his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marian of Medford; four children, Dennis (Duffy) Johnson of Green Bay, Karen (Mike) Kammerzelt of Waukesha, David Johnson of Burlington, Daniel (Christina) Johnson of Rib Lake; a brother, Galen Johnson; two sisters-in-law, Kathy Heglund and Lorraine Rohleder; eight grandchildren, Brooke, Sam (Olivia), Shea, Colin (Brianna) Nicki, Riley, Xavier and Will; greatgrandchildren, Payton and Lincoln; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; in-laws, Ray and Darlene McGuire; a sister-in-law, Marie Johnson; and brothers-in-law, Kenneth McGuire, Wayne Heglund, John Bruder and Bill Rohleder. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude and appreciation to Bruce Sperl and the staff of the Cardiac ICU at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau for the excellent care, compassion and kindness given to Dennis in his final days. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid Obituary 149751

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Dale Steven Mravik

Dale Steven Mravik


1955-2024 Dale Steven Mravik, 68 of rural Lublin, died Thursday, March 7, 2024 at his home under the care of Hope Hospice. He was born on June 4, 1955 to the late Valentine and Rosella (Webster) Mravik. Dale grew up in South Milwaukee and he graduated from South Milwaukee High in 1973. Dale worked for the Knapp feed mill and Weather Shield for a few years, drove truck for 40 years for Abbyland, Medford Foods, Bauer Trucking and Zach Trucking. In that time he married Linda Rembleski on February 14, 1998 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Lublin. The couple lived North of Lublin since. Dale enjoyed being on the farm, the outdoors-especially hunting with his family, and Farmall tractors. Although he found joy most of all being around his kids and grandkids. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Linda; his children, Charity (Phil) Zakrzewicz of Sayre, Okla., Stephanie (Dave) Rabuck of Gilman, Stephen Mravik of Lublin, Amanda (Jeremy) Glebke of Gilman, Merree Mravik of Medford, Johanna Capelle of Medford, Jessica (David) McMullen of Bismark, N.D., and Michael (Allyson) Wisniewski of Chippewa Falls; 14 grandchildren; four step grandchildren; and his siblings, Delbert (Diana) Mravik of South Milwaukee, Rodene (Michael) Bulley of Adamstown, Md., Bonnie (Carl) Onesti of Luxemburg, Kathern Mravik of Franklin and Sylvia (Cary) Fischer of South Milwaukee. Dale is further survived by his uncles, aunts and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, David. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church-Gilman with Father Vijay Kumar Madani officiating. Burial will follow in St. Stanislaus Catholic Cemetery-Lublin. Visitation will be 3-7 p.m. on Monday at the Gilman Funeral Home and one hour prior to mass Tuesday at the church. Paid Obituary 149625