Obituaries "K"

Kahler, Helen M. Helen M. Kahler, of Reedsburg and formerly of Hillsboro, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2002, at the Snyder Nursing Home in Reedsburg, Wis. She was born on Feb. 5, 1921, to Col. Arthur E. and Theresa (Canning) O'Leary in Brockton, Mass. She grew to adulthood in Brockton and graduated from the Brockton High School, during this time she also attended three years of school in the Phi lippines while her father was stationed there. Helen also graduated from the Bridgewater University in Bridgewater, Mass. and later attended the American Airlines Stewardess School in Ardmore, Okla. She then worked for American Airlines for three years and it was during this time she met her future husband. Helen was united in marriage to Lyle W. Kahler on Dec. 4, 1948, in Dallas, Texas. Helen's career was in elementary education, she taughtin Kansas City, Kan., Park Ridge, Ill., and Racine. Finally moving back to the Hillsboro area in 1968 and teaching in Wonewoc, where she taught until retiring in 1986. It was during this time she also furthered her own education, receiving a Master's degree attending the Cardinal Stritch College and UW -LaCrosse. Survivors include her husband, Lyle Kahler; three sons, L. Wi lliam Jr. (Janet) Kahler, Charles Kahler, and Steven Kahler, all of Reedsburg; two daughters, Sarah Kahler of Palm Beach Garden, Fla. and Joanne (Don) Slama of La Valle; five grandchildren, Jill, Becky, and Andrew Kahler and James and Sally Slama; and two sisters, Jean Leary of Sacramento, Calif. and Alice DiCorpi of Bridgewater, Mass. She was preceded in death by her parents; an infant son, ; a sister, Marjorie Sullivan; and a brother, Robert, an infant. Memorial funeral services will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2002, at 2:30 p.m. at the ST. PAUL'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH in Hillsboro, with Rev. Conrad Prell officiating. Helen's cremated remains will be interred in the Mount Vernon Cemetery in Hillsboro at a later date. The family wishes that memorials would be given to the stained glass window fund established at the St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church or to a charity of their choice in Helen's memory. The family has been assisted by the PICHA FUNERAL HOME in Hillsboro.

Karstetter, Lloyd P. Lloyd P. Karstetter, 80, Reedsburg, died on Sunday, March 7, 2004, at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. He was born on May 5, 1923, in Woodland Township, Sauk County, the son of John Oliver and Maude (nee Prell) Karstetter. On June 14, 1946, Lloyd married Edna Laura Selden. This marriage was blessed with three children. Lloyd farmed most of his life in the Ironton area. In 1979 Lloyd and Edna sold their farm. Lloyd was employed with Seats, Inc. for the next nine years. Lloyd was an active member of the Ironton United Methodist Church where he sang in the church choir for many years. He also enjoyed gardening and taking care of his lawn. He cherished his time with his family. He will be remembered for his gift of story telling. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Leona Chesley; brother, John Russell Karstetter; brother-in-law, Merwin "Pete" (Marjorie) Selden. He is survived by his wife, Edna, Reedsburg; children and their spouses, Sharla (Butch) Stanclift, Reedsburg, Bruce (Marcia) Karstetter, Reedsburg, and Kevin (Billie) Karstetter, Brooklyn; seven grandchildren, Tim Stanclift, Lori (Trevor) Wright, Amy (Norm) Wilbrandt, Carrie (Matt) Georgeson, Jackie Karstetter (Matt Smith), Jeremy and Kaleb Karstetter; six great-grandchildren; sister, Selma Rogers, Wonewoc; sisters-in-law, Pearl (Lyle) Frank, Middleton, Wilma Bailey, Reedsburg, and Mabel Karstetter, Texas; several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Lloyd P. Karstetter are being conducted today, Wednesday, March 10, at 11 a.m. at the Ironton United Methodist Church with Pastor Laverne Ulrichsen officiating. Burial will follow in the Resting Green Cemetery, Ironton. Friends called on Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home and may call today, Wednesday, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Kaske, Rosella L. (Schulenburg). Reedsburg Times Press Thurs, Nov 25, 1993 Rosella L Kaske, 79, of Reedsburg, formerly of Wonewoc, died unexpectedly on Fri, Nov 19, 1993 at the Reedsburg Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 26, 1914 near Loganville the daughter of Herman Schulenburg & Louise Schrank. On March 18, 1935 she was united in marriage to Albert F Kaske. He preceded her in death in October 1977. Rosella lived in Wonewoc for many years until moving to Reedsburg about 6 years ago. She was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church and its Ladies Aid, a member of the Reedsburg Senior Citizens and she enjoyed playing cards. Survivors include 2 sons, Dale (Audrey) Kaske and Donald (Gail) Kaske, both of Racine; 3 grandchildren, Kelly, Kristi and Kent; 2 sisters; Edna Hofer of Reedsburg and Elda (Gerhard) Luetkens of Loganville; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by 4 brothers; Harold, Norbert, Lawrence and Marvin Schulenburg. Funeral services were held at 11 am on Mon, Nov 22, 1993 at Faith Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Rev David Maertz officiating. Interment was made in St Paul’s Lutheran cemetery in Wonewoc. The family received friends from 2-5 pm on Sun at the Hammer-Hoff Funeral Home in Reedsburg. The Hammer-Hoff Funeral Home is serving the family.

Kaufman, Kathryn Ann. Kathryn Ann Kaufman, age 83 of Baraboo, passed away on Sunday, Dec. 16, 2001 at St. Clare Meadows Care Center. Kathryn, the daughter of John and Mary Frances (Connely) Williams, was born on Nov. 17, 1918 in Highland, Wis. She was united in marriage to Merlin Kaufman who preceded her in death in 1958. Kathryn was employed by Neco Manufacturing for many years until her retirement. She also worked at the Baraboo High School. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo and was a past member of V.F.W. Post 2236 Ladies Auxiliary. Kathryn enjoyed bowling, playing cards, knitting afghans and gardening, but most of all, her grandchildren. She also volunteered at St. Clare Hospital and the Meals on Wheels program. She is survived by: four children, JoAnn (Harvey) Malchow of Bedford, Mass., Tom (Pam) Kaufman of Middleton, Shari (Steve) Sachtjen of Windsor and Randy Kaufman of Baraboo; eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; a sister, Edith (Ken) Wolverton of Trinidad, Texas; many relatives and friends. Kathryn was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband, Merlin; her son, Terrance; three brothers, Russell, Bob and Jack; and two sisters, Ethel and Jean. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo with Father Gerald Vosen officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday, Dec. 18, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo; and on Wednesday, from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Clare Meadows Care Center, 1414 Jefferson St., Baraboo, WI 53913. The family would like to express their appreciation to Kathryn's son, Randy, for his many years of loving care.

Keller, Barnard H. Bernard H. "Bernie/Bun" Keller, 77, Cazenovia, Monona, died on Monday, March 8, 2004. He was born on Feb. 1, 1927, in Cazenovia the son of the late Fredrick J. Keller and Marcella C. (nee Jax) Keller. He farmed the family farm for many years. Bernie was later employed by Green Thumb of Richland County. Cazenovia residents will remember his many woodworking decorations displayed at the farm. He is survived by four sisters, Arlene Bloch, Wausau, Marjorie (Larry) Garvin, San Francisco, Marcella (Sally) Gilbert Krenz, Oregon, and Jeanette Rose, Reedsburg; two sister-in-law, Norma Keller, Cazenovia, and Joyce Keller, Wausau; along with many nieces and nephews, including a special niece, Diane Storck, Monona. Bernard was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Leonard Keller and Marvin Keller. A Mass of Christian Burial for Bernard Keller will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 11 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Cazenovia with Father Andre' Panek and Father Lorin Bowens co-celebrating. Friends may call on Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Bernard's family wishes to express thanks to Dr. Paul Wertsch, the caring staff of Monona Meadows, East Madison/Monona Coalition on Aging and the Hospice Care Center for all their loving support. The Farber Funeral Home of Reedsburg is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Kelly, Anna. Baraboo Weekly News Aug 30, 1956 Mrs. Anna Kelly, 84, of Baraboo, passed away Monday evening at St. Mary’s Ringling hospital. Mrs. Kelly suffered a broken hip in a fall about 11 days ago, and had been taken to the hospital for treatment. Surviving Mrs. Kelly are her sister, Mrs. Clara Mather, Route 4, with whom she made her home, and one brother, Frank McIntosh, who also resides at the Mather home. Funeral services for Mrs. Kelly will be held on Thursday afternoon at 2:00 at the Scheible funeral home. Burial will be made in the Sauk-Prairie, Yankee Street cemetery. Friends wishing may call at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 7 to 9.

Kent, William C. William C. Kent, age 73 of Baraboo, passed away on Wednesday, February 20, 2002, at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo. William, the son of Lester and Genevieve (Newell) Kent, was born on January 4, 1929 and was a life long resident of Baraboo. He was united in marriage to Marlene J. Cahoon on September 12, 1952. During the late '40s and early '50s, he served as a mess steward with the Army National Guard. Bill had been employed by A & P Grocery Store as a meat cutter for many years. He also worked at Badger Ordnance Powder Plant, operated a city service gas station in partnership with his uncle, Everette Newell, and was a meat cutter for Barnhardt's Meat Market. He joined the Baraboo Police Department in 1961 and served 24 years until his retirement in 1985. Bill also wrote a sports page for the Baraboo News Republic for a number of years. He loved the great outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed traveling, and especially visiting his place up North. Bill was a beloved family man, having been a dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle and was a great friend to all who knew him. He is survived by his wife, Marlene (Cahoon) Kent of Baraboo; 5 children, William S. Kent of Baraboo, Susan (Bart) Reece of Elk City, OK, Karen (Joe) Litscher of Baraboo, Linda (Peter) Geertsma of Randolph, Carol (Jeff) Gray of Burnsville, MN, a special daughter-in-law, Kathy (Robinson) Kent of Baraboo; 11 grandchildren, Jason and Jon Kent; Julie and Jeanette Litscher; Ryan and Kara Geertsma; Laura, Julie, and Eric Gray; Lisa and Jenny Reece; 2 sisters, Mary Doro of Colorado and Lorraine (Mel) Olson of Mauston; a brother, Clayton (Babe) Kent of Sabastian, FL; a brother-in-law, Eugene Blood of Wisconsin Dells; 2 sisters-in-law, Ival Cahoon of Baraboo, and Karen (Dick) Tremain of Kelso, WA; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Lester and Genevieve Kent. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, February 25, 2002, at the First Presbyterian Church in Baraboo with Pastor David Gilmore officiating. Interment will take place in the Walnut Hill Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, February 24th, from 2:00 until 5:00 P.M. at the Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo; and on Monday, from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services, at the church.

Kerrigan, Grace.Miss Grace
Kerrigan, about 71, a former Reedsburg resident, died last Thursday in a Chicago hospital. A registered nurse, she was the daughter of C. P. Kerrigan who once operated a grocery store in the building now occupied by Schmitt's shoe store. She was a 1914 graduate of the Reedsburg high school. Surviving are a brother, I. J. Kerrigan, Madison; and a sister, Mrs. John Kearns, Neillsville. Funeral services were held Saturday morning in St. Patrick's Catholic church, Elroy. Taken from the Reedsburg Times Press of September 7, 1967.

Kiesling, Richard Harold. Richard Harold Kiesling, age 77, died on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2002, at Maplewood of Sauk Prairie. He was born on Feb. 2, 1925, in Chicago, Ill., the son of Harold and Laura (Goddard) Kiesling. On Feb. 16, 1946, Richard was united in marriage to Margaret Stimpson in Cranford, N.J. He was in the Naval Air Corps V5 program during World War II, and studied to be a torpedo bomber. He was employed by Pittsburgh Glass Co. for 20 years. He was a realtor for 20 years and worked with other glass companies until retirement. Richard was an avid hunter and fisherman. He made his first fishing boat in 1958. He was a former member of Baraboo Elks Lodge No. 688. He was also a special deputy with the Sauk County Sheriff's Department in the early 1960s. Richard is survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret of Baraboo; four sons, Richard J. (Shirley) Kiesling of Stoughton, James H. (Florence) Kiesling of Fitchburg, William C. Kiesling of Milpitas, Calif., and David E. (Diana) Kiesling of DeForest; a daughter, Gayle L. (Patrick) Ryan of Dodgeville; 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Gene. A memorial service will be conducted on Monday, Dec. 23, 2002, at 1 p.m. at BROWN FUNERAL HOME, 401 Madison Ave., Baraboo, with Pastor David Farina officiating. Friends may call from noon until the time of the service. Burial will be held at Walnut Hill Cemetery, with military rites accorded by the Baraboo Veterans Firing Squad.

Kimpfbeck, Patricia J. Patricia J. Kimpfbeck, age 67, of Baraboo, Wisconsin, passed away with her family at her side on Saturday, August 2, 2003, at St. Clare Hospital after a longtime battle with cancer. She was born on November 15, 1935 in Baraboo, the daughter of Arthur and Adelia (Kessler) Jorg. She married Russell D. Kimpfbeck on June 9, 1956, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Dubuque, Iowa. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo. Pat is survived by her husband, Russell of Baraboo; her children, Debra (Terry) Smelcer of LaValle, and Richard (Heather) Kimpfbeck of Baraboo; her granddaughter, Lacee DeeVi Smelcer of LaValle; her mother-in-law, Violet Walluks of Baraboo; her sister, Judee (James) Wickus of Baraboo; her aunt, Rachel Crnchick, of Lake Delton; three brothers-in-law, Kenneth (Mary) Kimpfbeck of Reedsburg, James (Kenlyn) Kimpfbeck of Wisconsin Dells, and Donald Kimpfbeck of Baraboo; her faithful companion, "Lady"; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Adelia; and her stepfather, Willard L."Bill" Munnsell. Funeral services will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church on Wednesday, August 6, 2003, at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Myron Schwanke officiating. Interment will take place in Walnut Hill Cemetery. There will be a visitation at the church on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Memorials may be made to the St. Clare Health Care Foundation's Healing Garden or the American Cancer Society, Sauk Co. Chapter. The Rago Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Kindschi, Andrew.Unknown NEWSPAPER OBITUARY "Double funeral Services for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi. Victims of pneumonia rest in same grace. Two children present. Double funeral rites were held for Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kindschi Saturday afternoon at the St. John's Lutheran church. The entire service was identical, the caskets, the hearses, and even the sprays of flowers being alike. The bearers were Henry Ruda, Albert and Julius Holweg, Paul Gierman, Fred Kasdorf and Al Kern. Internment was in the Walnut Hill cemetery where the remains were laid to rest in the same grave. The deceased parents leave three children; Mary and Walter, the eldest daughter and son, were able to be present at the services, but the 11 year old daughter, Edna, was unable to attend as she has not yet recovered from her illness. She is improving, as is Mrs. Kindschi’s sister, Mrs. Roy Taylor, who it will be remembered, became ill with the flu while caring for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi, who died from pneumonia contracted while ill with influenza. Her little daughter is also improving. Among those who attended the services from away were the Misses Emma and Albertina Martin and Herman Martin of Hustler and Wm. Martin of Denzer, who are brothers and sisters of Mrs. Kindschi. Friends and Neighbors from Merrimack were included in the large number at the services. Many floral offerings gave loving tribute also. The deceased parents leave three children; Mary and Walter, the eldest daughter and son, were able to be present at the services, but the 11 year old daughter, Edna, was unable to attend as she has not yet recovered from her illness. She is improving, as is Mrs. Kindschi’s sister, Mrs. Roy Taylor, who it will be remembered, became ill with the flu while caring for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi, who died from pneumonia contracted while ill with influenza. Her little daughter is also improving. Among those who attended the services from away were the Misses Emma and Albertina Martin and Herman Martin of Hustler and Wm. Martin of Denzer, who are brothers and sisters of Mrs. Kindschi. Friends and Neighbors from Merrimack were included in the large number at the services. Many floral offerings gave loving tribute also.

Kindschi, Bertha (Martin). Unknown NEWSPAPER OBITUARY "Double funeral Services for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi. Victims of pneumonia rest in same grace. Two children present. Double funeral rites were held for Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Kindschi Saturday afternoon at the St. John's Lutheran church. The entire service was identical, the caskets, the hearses, and even the sprays of flowers being alike. The bearers were Henry Ruda, Albert and Julius Holweg, Paul Gierman, Fred Kasdorf and Al Kern. Internment was in the Walnut Hill cemetery where the remains were laid to rest in the same grave. The deceased parents leave three children; Mary and Walter, the eldest daughter and son, were able to be present at the services, but the 11 year old daughter, Edna, was unable to attend as she has not yet recovered from her illness. She is improving, as is Mrs. Kindschi’s sister, Mrs. Roy Taylor, who it will be remembered, became ill with the flu while caring for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi, who died from pneumonia contracted while ill with influenza. Her little daughter is also improving. Among those who attended the services from away were the Misses Emma and Albertina Martin and Herman Martin of Hustler and Wm. Martin of Denzer, who are brothers and sisters of Mrs. Kindschi. Friends and Neighbors from Merrimack were included in the large number at the services. Many floral offerings gave loving tribute also. The deceased parents leave three children; Mary and Walter, the eldest daughter and son, were able to be present at the services, but the 11 year old daughter, Edna, was unable to attend as she has not yet recovered from her illness. She is improving, as is Mrs. Kindschi’s sister, Mrs. Roy Taylor, who it will be remembered, became ill with the flu while caring for Mr. and Mrs. Kindschi, who died from pneumonia contracted while ill with influenza. Her little daughter is also improving. Among those who attended the services from away were the Misses Emma and Albertina Martin and Herman Martin of Hustler and Wm. Martin of Denzer, who are brothers and sisters of Mrs. Kindschi. Friends and Neighbors from Merrimack were included in the large number at the services. Many floral offerings gave loving tribute also.

Kindschi, Keith R. Keith Richard Kindschi, age 84 of Baraboo, passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2002 at his home. Keith, the son of Lillian (Hill) and Roy Kindschi, was born on July 3, 1917 in Sauk City. He was united in marriage to Lorraine Turner on September 10, 1941 at the First Congregational Church in Baraboo. After serving in the Army during World War II, Keith purchased the Baraboo Locker Plant. In addition to operating the locker plant, he purchased and began farming the Mazo Farms in 1958. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine (Turner) Kindschi of Baraboo; a daughter, Constance (Kindschi) Hegerfeld of Madison; a son, Richard R. (Karen) Kindschi of Mazomanie; 5 grandchildren, Vicki L. Hegerfeld, Kurt R. Kindschi, Michael S. (Yvette) Kindschi, Krista (Jason) Handel, and Lisa (Steve) Flogel; 5 great-grandchildren, Aaryn, Calen, and Kelsi Handel, Brennyn and Karsten Flogel; 1 sister, Audrey (Russell) O'Harrow of Oconto Falls, WI; 1 brother, John (Mildred) Kindschi of Columbus, WI; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Keith was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Clifford and Ivan Kindschi. At his request, Keith will be cremated. The family will hold a celebration of his life at his beloved Mazo Farms in Mazomanie at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Kindschi, Willard V. Willard V. "Bill" Kindschi, age 90 of Baraboo, passed away on Wednesday, December 19, 2001, at St. Clare Hospital. Willard, the son of Lyman and Essie (King) Kindschi was born at home on November 22, 1911 in the Township of Sumpter. He was united in marriage to Margaret Towers on June 10, 1939 at her parent's home in the Town of Caledonia. She preceded him in death in 1992. Bill and his wife farmed for many years near the Powder Plant, until 1942, when they moved to Greenfield and began farming there. He was a member of the Emanuel United Methodist Church in Baraboo. He served on the board for the Town of Greenfield for 25 years and had also served on the Sauk County Fair Board. Bill was also an avid bowler. He is survived by his daughter, Karen (Dean) Voeks of Madison; 2 grandchildren, Chad Voeks and fiancee, Clare Nolan of Astoria, OR and Christy (Andy) Kubitz of Los Angeles, CA; a brother, James (Helen) Kindschi of Middleton; a brother-in-law, Ernest Mueller of West Baraboo; other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret; a brother, Lloyd (Ellen) Kindschi; and a sister, Marian Mueller. Visitation will be held from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. on Friday, DECEMBER 28, 2001, at the Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo. Private, family committal services will take place in the Walnut Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Emanuel United Methodist Church. 

Kindschi, Willard V. Wisconsin State Journal BARABOO - Willard V. "Bill" Kindschi, age 90, of Baraboo, passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001, at St. Clare Hospital. Willard, the son of Lyman and Essie (King) Kindschi, was born at home on Nov. 22, 1911, in the township of Sumpter. He was united in marriage to Margaret Towers on June 10, 1939, at her parent’s home in the town of Caledonia. She preceded him in death in 1992. Bill and his wife farmed for many years near the Powder Plant, until 1942, when they moved to the town of Greenfield and began farming there. He was a member of the Emanuel United Methodist Church in Baraboo. He served on the board for the town of Greenfield for 25 years, and had also served on the Sauk County Fair board. Bill was also an avid bowler. He is survived by his daughter, Karen (Dean) Voeks of Madison; two grandchildren, Chad Voeks (fiancée Clare Nolan) of Astoria, Ore., and Christy (Andy) Kubitz of Los Angeles, Calif.; a brother, James (Helen) Kindschi of Middleton; a brother-in-law, Ernest Mueller of West Baraboo; and other relatives and friends. Bill was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Margaret; a brother, Lloyd (Ellen) Kindschi; and a sister, Marian Mueller. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, December. 28, 2001, at REDLIN FUNERAL HOME, Baraboo. Private family committal services will take place in the Walnut Hill Cemetery Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Emanuel United Methodist Church.

Kintz, John Joseph. John Joseph Kintz, 60, of Port Orchard died of colon cancer Feb. 21, 2002, at his home. He was born Feb. 25, 1941, in Valton, Wis., to Paul and Ruby (Mortimer) Kintz. He graduated from Webb High School in Reedsburg in 1959. He married Betty A. Schuette on Oct. 6, 1962. Mr. Kintz was a certified orthotist/prosthetist and practiced in both California and Washington state. He also taught orthotics and prosthetics at Foot Hill Junior College in California. He was instrumental in forming the Washington State Orthotic Prosthetic Association. He was active in the Kitsap Crohn's Association Support Group and the Luther Center for Learning. Mr. Kintz enjoyed blacksmithing and metal art. Other interests included operating big equipment, traveling, fishing, investing, and entrepreneurship. Survivors include his wife; his parents, Paul and Ruby Kintz of LaValle, Wis.; a son, Scott, of Mountlake Terrace; a daughter, Karen Jorgenson of Boulder City, Nev.; a brother, Ralph, of San Marcos, Calif.; two sisters, Jan Wegenke of Horseshoe Bend, Alaska, and Nancy Claff of Glendale, Calif.; and six grandchildren. A memorial service is planned for 3 p.m. Sunday at Spirit of Life Lutheran Church in Port Orchard. Arrangements are under the direction of Kitsap Cremation and Burial Society. Memorial donations may be made to Luther Center for Learning, P.O. Box 1018, Olalla,

Klages, Walter.Walter Klages, the three year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Herman Klages died Saturday, Aug. 19, 1905 of stomach trouble. The parents live in the town of Reedsburg, west of the County Farm. Taken from the Reedsburg Free Press.

Klein, Walter. Walter Klein, 75, a Rock Springs area farmer, died Monday in a Reedsburg hospital after a long illness. He was a member of Zion Westfield Lutheran Church and the North Freedom American Legion and was a veteran of World War l. Surviving are his wife, the former Esther Klaetsch; two sons, Clifford and Carl, both of Rock Springs; two daughters,. Mrs. Duane Manglos and Mrs. Raymond Christian, both of Baraboo; a brother, Lawrence, North Freedom; a sister, Alvina; and six grandchildren. The funeral will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the church. Friends may call after noon today at the Gant Funeral Home, Reedsburg. Taken from the Baraboo News Republic of October 8, 1968.

Kleinsmith, Marion Cora.Marion Cora Kleinsmith, age 91, of Evansville, died Saturday, March 30, 2002 at Stoughton Hospital following a brief illness. She was born on March 20, 1911, on the home farm in Blue Mounds, Wisconsin, the daughter of Charlie G. and Rose (Gratz) Booth. She attended elementary school at Booth Country School in Blue Mounds and graduated in 1929 from Mazomanie High School. While in high school she played basketball and was one of two Wisconsin youth selected to attend the first 4-H Congress in Washington, D.C. in 1927. She came to Evansville in 1933 to work for the Harley Smith family. She met and married Miles Kleiny Kleinsmith on March 28, 1935 and they farmed in Mazomanie and Cainville until 1957. During their farming years, Marion worked many different jobs, including at the Badger Ordnance Plant in Baraboo during the war, and the Janesville and Evansville canning factories, and also served on the Cainville School Board. In 1957 they moved to Evansville, where they lived for 43 years at 338 Almeron Street, and Marion worked in the school cafeteria. She has lived the past couple years at the Kelly House, and attended Peace United Methodist Church. Marion enjoyed flower gardening and enjoyed sharing her nasturtiums. She enjoyed her grandchildren and family get-togethers. Marion is survived by three children, Miles (Sue) Kleinsmith of Frankfort, Ill., Ann (James) Merrill of Evansville, and Kay Flood of Brooklyn; five grandchildren, Mark (Tonie Jo) Merrill of Evansville, Julie Merrill of Evansville, Laurie (Timothy) Klitzman of Evansville, Angie (Danny) Mueller of Albany, and Christy Brzezinski of Brooklyn; eight great-grandchildren, Sammy and Eden Merrill, Korie Klitzman, Ericka and Justin Mueller, and Joshua, Sarah and Jenny Brzezinski; a sister, Lois Schlough of Mazomanie; a sister-in-law, Thelma Golz of Evansville; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Miles in May, 1984; two brothers, John and Rex Booth; a sister, Evelyn Armstrong; and a grandson, Peter Merrill. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday. April 3, 2002, at 10:00 a.m. at WARD FUNERAL HOME, with Reverend Harriett Rowland of Peace United Methodist Church officiating. Burial will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery. Friends may call on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service.

Klipp, Eugene W.Eugene W. Klipp, age 77 of Reedsburg, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2003 at his home. Gene, the son of John and Elsie (Hammermeister) Klipp, was born on December 22, 1925 in Ableman, now known as Rock Springs. He graduated from Reedsburg High School in 1944. Gene was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Navy on the LST 952 at Okinawa and IeShima. He was a member of the Naval Reserve for 8 years, and also served as a 1st Lieutenant and Operations Officer for the Wisconsin 62nd Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. Gene was united in marriage to Kathleen Jantz on September 4, 1948 in Rock Springs. He had been employed by the Sauk County Sheriff's Department from 1951 until he retired as a Lieutenant in 1980. He was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, a life member and Past Commander of VFW Post 2336, a member of B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #688, and had spent 29 years with the Conservation Congress representing Sauk County sportsmen. He is survived by his wife, Kathy Klipp of Reedsburg; 3 children, Douglas (Karen) Klipp of Baraboo, Diana (Stephen) Held of Shelbyville, IN, and Janet Klipp of Baraboo; 6 grandchildren, Joshua (Katrina) Held, Mindy Held, Stevy Held, Jarrod (Jeanne) Klipp, Jacob and Morgan Klipp, 4 great-grandchildren, Marica and Miranda Klipp, Dylan Mears, and Kimberly Held; other relatives and friends. Gene was preceded in death by his parents; aunts, uncles; and cousins. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 3, 2003 at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Baraboo with Pastors Steve and Deb Ohrtman officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom. Friends may call on Wednesday, from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo; and on Thursday, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services, at the church. Military rites will be accorded at the grave.

Klipp, Henry John George.Henry John George Klipp was born in the town of Westfield, Sauk County, Wisconsin on the 27th day of November, 1870. In infancy he was received into the covenant of God in Zion's Lutheran Church through the sacrament of Holy Baptism, Rev. G. Kessler being the pastor. After having been duly instructed in the word of God he renewed his baptismal vow through the act of confirmation in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Ableman, Wisconsin. On March 14, 1899 he was united in Holy matrimony with Marie Klitzke. This union was blessed with three sons, their names are as follows: Arthur, Herbert and Ewald. After his marriage he moved with his wife to the farm one and one-half miles northeast of Loganville where he remained until his death. Two years ago on the 8th day of June, 1934 his wife preceded him in death. He lived together with his youngest son, Ewald. For the last 23 years he was a member of the St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Loganville. Mr. Klipp seemed to be enjoying quite good health, however on Tuesday evening, May 26 at six thirty o'clock he was taken with a stroke of paralysis. He soon sank into a coma from which he did not again recover. He passed out of this life on Tuesday evening, May 26, 1936 at nine thirty o'clock. He leaves to mourn his passing his three sons Arthur, Herbert and Ewald all of the town of Westfield, one grandson, one sister, Mrs. Mary Grosskrueger of Westfield and many other relatives anbd friends. He attained the age of 65 years, 5 months and 29 days. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper of June 5, 1936.

Klitzke, Elmer E. Elmer Klitzke, 89, of Reedsburg, beloved husband, father and grandfather went to be with our Heavenly Father on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 at the Sauk County Health Care Center in Reedsburg. He was born on June 28, 1908 in Reedsburg, the son of William and Emma Klitzke. He was united in marriage on May 4, 1932 to Edna Schulze and were blessed to have 66 years together. They raised their four children on the family farm that Elmer was born on and farmed until 1960 when his son purchased the family farm. Elmer worked for Sauk County until his retirement in 1973. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers. He is survived by his wife, Edna Klitzke of Reedsburg and children David Klitzke, Reedsburg, Dorothea (Phil) Frank, Laramie, Wyoming, Ellyn (Bill) Thompson, McFarland, and Evelyn Culles, Madison. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, six step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews other relatives and dear friends. Funeral services for Elmer E. Klitzke will be conducted at 1 p.m. Friday, May 29, 1998 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, Reedsburg with Reverend William Meilner officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thurday, May 28, 1998 at the Farber Funeral Home and on Friday from noon until the time of the service at the church. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.

Klitzke, Luella C. (Sass). Luella "Lou" C. Klitzke, age 68, of Rock Springs, died Monday, February 25, 2002 at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. She was born on October 22, 1933 in Ironton Township, Sauk County, Wisconsin, the daughter of Fred and Ruth (Tourdot) Sass. On February 12, 1953 she was united in marriage to Edwin A. Klitzke. This marriage was blessed with three children. She was a member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Luella was employed with the Reedsburg School District for 18 years. She was very devoted to her job at the Rock Springs Elementary School. Her time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very important to her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin A. Klitzke on February 19, 2000; her parents; a brother, Lawrence Sass, and two sisters, Mildred Rosella Banichi and Anna Marie Madden. She is survived by her children: Lou Ann (James) Byrnes of Wonewoc, Diane (Terry) Geyman of Rock Springs, Dennis (Julie) Klitzke of Rock Springs; granddaughters: Sue (Devin) Reich, Tracey (Chad) Davis, Lisa (Dan) Harrison, Jamie Geyman, Mandy Geyman and Hannah Klitzke; great-grandchildren: Alexis Davis, Mara Davis and Charity Reich; her brothers and sisters: Rose Mary Leake of Oxford, Fred Sass of Reedsburg, Betty (Jerry) Langenfeld of Eldorado, Bert (Marv) Klitzke of Stoughton, Jerry (Violet) Sass of Wonewoc, John (Yvonne) Sass of Brighton, Tennessee, Clarence (Sharon) Sass of Arlington, Bonnie (John) Berndt of Reedsburg, Mary Ann Sass of Baraboo; nieces, nephews, cousins, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Luella Klitzke will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 28, 2002 at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Rev. Kevin J. Kohnke officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends called on Wednesday from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.

Klitzke, Edwin A.Edwin A. Klitzke, age 73, of Rock Springs, died on Saturday, February 19, 2000 at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 28, 1926 in Reedsburg Township, the son of Walter H. and Agnes (Harms) Klitzke. On February 12, 1953, Edwin was united in marriage to Luella Sass. This marriage was blessed with three children. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Edwin enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was also an avid race car fan. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Allen Klitzke. He is survived by his wife, Luella of Rock Springs. Children: Lou Ann (James) Byrnes of Wonewoc, Diane (Terry) Geyman of Rock Springs and Dennis (Julie) Klitzke of Rock Springs; granddaughters: Sue (Kevin) Reich, Tracey (Chad) Davis, Lisa (Dan) Harrison, Jamie Geyman, Mandy Geyman and Hannah Klitzke; great granddaughters, Alexis Davis and Charity Reich; sister, Elva (Bob) Acton of Loganville; brothers, Marvin (Bert) Klitzke of Stoughton, Walter (Lorna) Klitzke of Rock Springs; sister-in-law, Bev (Don) Meyer of Loganville, many nieces and nephews along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Edwin A. Klitzke will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2000, at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Reverend Kevin J. Kohnke officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends called on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church Radio Fund. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.

Klitzke, Margaret E. (Voight). Margaret E. Klitzke, age 83 of Reedsburg, died on Tuesday, December 3, 2002 at the Sauk County Health Care Center. She was born on November 22, 1919 in Woodland Township, Wisconsin, the daughter of William and Agnes (Triebs) Voigt. She was married to Ervin H. Klitzke on June 19, 1945. This marriage was blessed with a daughter. Margaret was a faithful member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin on October 29, 1981; her parents, and her brothers, Arthur, Otto and Paul Voigt. She is survived by her daughter, Lorraine (Paul) Parce Jr. of Reedsburg; two grandsons Shawn (Amy) Parce of Reedsburg; Alan Parce of LaValle; two great-grandchildren Tyler and Sydney Parce of Reedsburg; a sister-in-law Mabel Klitzke of Reedsburg; nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 4-8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home. The funeral will be a private family funeral on Friday, December 6, 2002 with Rev. Kevin Kohnke officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Reedsburg. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to St. Peter's Church in lieu of flowers. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.

Klitzke, Paul F. Paul F. Klitzke, age 78 of Reedsburg, died on Wednesday, September 7, 1994 at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center following a long battle with cancer. He was born on April 18, 1916 in Reedsburg Township, the son of Albert and Dorothea (Licht) Klitzke. Paul was baptized as an infant at his home on April 30, 1916 by Reverend Paul Schaller and was confirmed in his faith as a youth on April 13, 1930 by Reverend Carl Schinnerer in St. Peter's Lutheran Church of Reedsburg where he retained his membership. On June 18, 1946, Paul was united in marriage to Mabel Emily Lena Schulte. Paul farmed in the Reedsburg area for many years before retiring in 1982 due to his health. Paul was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Ervin Klitzke. Paul is survived by his wife, Mabel of Reedsburg; brother-in-law; Harold Schulte of Hillpoint; sisters-in-law; Margaret Klitzke of Reedsburg, Lorna Schulte of Hillpoint and Helen Schulte of Hillpoint; 11 nieces and nephews, along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Paul F. Klitzke were conducted on Saturday, September 10, 1994 at 1:30 p.m. from St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Reverend James Hendrikson officiating. Burial followed in St. Peter's Cemetery. Friends called on Friday from 4-9 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home. The family requests memorials of remembrance be made to St. Peter's Handicap or Radio Broadcast Funds. The Farber Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.

Klitzke, Melvin W.Melvin W. Klitzke, age 81, of Madison, died at his home on Monday, July 25, 2005, after a long illness. He was born June 12, 1924, to George and Frieda (Harms) Klitzke in the Baraboo-Reedsburg area. Melvin was a carpenter for more than 30 years with the Milwaukee Carpenters Union, a semi driver for several years, and was employed with CHT Apartment Rentals for the last 15 years before his retirement in 2001. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, enjoying many trips to Canada over the years. Melvin married Eileen Lawrence on Nov. 27, 1946. She preceded him in death on May 2, 1972. He married Adeline Rapacz on June 15, 1974. Melvin is survived by his loving wife, Adeline; five sons and a daughter, Michael (Diane), Mel (Gloria); Jim (Michelle), Dallas (Ellie), Cameron, and Sandra (Edward) Podach; a sister, Margaret Daleidon of Hayward, Calif.; 23 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren. Melvin was preceded in death by a son, Mark in 1987. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 404 E. Main St., on Friday, July 29, 2005, at 11 a.m. Celebrant will be Father William Seipp, a dear friend of the Klitzkes. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. A luncheon at the church will follow the burial. Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Melvin was a kind, generous, loving, gentle man, who will be greatly missed by his large adoring family. Taken from the Wisconsin State Journal.

Klitzke, Johanna Caroline (Perlenberg). Mrs. August Klitzke, aged 81 years, 4 months, 29 days, died at the home of her son Reinhold in Baraboo, Saturday morning, Feb. 16,1929, she being sick only one day. Mrs. Klitzke was a native of Germany born Sept. 17, 1847. She and her husband who preceded her in death on June 6, 1915, came to this country and made their home near Reedsburg both being members of the St. Peters Lutheran Church of Reedsburg until the year of 1890 they moved on a farm to Ableman. After the death of her husband she made her home with her son Reinhold. The funeral was held from the home in Baraboo Thursday at 10:30 and then taken to the Lutheran Church in Ableman where she had been a faithful member, and laid beside her husband. Her pallbearers were her grandsons George and Harold Gehrke, Ewald Klipp, Elmer Klitzke, Harold Zautke, Ralph Zautke. She leaves eight children: Reinhold and Albert of Baraboo; Mrs. Bertha Gehrke and Hugo of Ableman; Mrs. Mary Klipp of Loganville; Mrs. Anna Zautke of Reedsburg; George of London, Minn., August of Madison. Her son William died in June, 1917 at the age of 44 years. Taken from the Reedsburg Free Press of 2-21-1929.

Klitzke, Ervin H.Ervin H. Klitzke, 71, of Route 3, Reedsburg, died Thursday, October 29, 1981 in the Reedsburg Memorial Hospital following a short illness. He was born August 18, 1910 in Reedsburg to Albert Klitzke and Dorthea Licht, and had been a farmer in the Reedsburg area most of his life. He was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Ervin H. Klitzke is survived by his wife, the former Margaret Voigt, whom he married June 19, 1945 in Wonewoc; one daughter (Lorraine) Mrs. Paul Parce, Reedsburg; two grandsons; one brother, Paul Klitzke, Reedsburg. Funeral services were held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 2, in St. Peter's Lutheran church with Rev. Dennis Hipenbecker officiating. Burial was made in St. Peter's Cemetery. Gant Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper.

Klitzke, Albert K. W. Albert Karl Wilhelm Klitzke was born on Feb. 14, 1877 in Pauzerin-Province Pommern, Preussen, Germany. He was baptized March 4 that year in Germany. Mr. Klitzke came to this country with his parents when he was a year and a half old. At first the family settled in Rock Springs, and then later moved to Reedsburg. On the 30th of December 1903, he was united in marriage with Dora Licht in Westfield township. Mr. Klitzke was a farmer his entire life, spending 39 years on the present farm. He had been in fairly good health until recently when he suffered a stroke and was hospitalized. He passed away on Dec. 26, having reached the age of 78 years, 10 months and 12 days. Surviving are two sons, Paul and Ervin, one grandchild and one brother, William. Two sisters and four brothers preceded him in death. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Dec. 29 at 2 p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran church here. The Rev. Carl Selle officiated with burial in the church cemetery. Taken from the Reedsburg Times Press of 1-5-1956.

Klitzke, Virginia M. (Schluter). Virginia M. Klitzke, age 86, of West Baraboo, passed away on Monday, Jan. 8, 2007 at her residence. She was born on July 14, 1920 in Ironton, the daughter of Orra and Maude (Pearson) Schluter. She is survived by two daughters, Joan Klitzke of San Francisco, Patricia Klitzke (Daniel Prusaitis) Poynette; son, David Klitzke (Vicki Campbell) of San Ramon, Calif.; two grandchildren, Evan and Larissa Klitzke of San Ramon, Calif.; two brothers, Charles and Roger Schluter of Baraboo; sister, Joan Rugue, Portland, Ore. Virginia was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Evan; two sisters, Catherine Crahen of Baraboo, Margaret Phillips of Madison; brother, Orra Schluter of Fort Worth, Texas. In accordance with the wishes of Virginia, no funeral services will be held. The Rago-Baldwin Funeral Home is assisting the family. Taken from the Baraboo News Republic.

Klitzke, Edward E.Edward E. Klitzke, 41, Reedsburg, died Thursday, January 8, 1987 at his home following a long illness. He was born August 20, 1945 in Reedsburg to Eward E. and Mildred (Huff) Klitzke. He served in the Army from 1967 until 1969. Survivors include his mother, Mildred, Reedsburg and two brothers, Donald and Kenneth, Reedsburg. Funeral services were held Monday at Gant Funeral Home. Burial was in Greenwood cemetery. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper of January 1987.

Klitzke, Carl Frederick. Carl Frederick Klitzke passed away at his home here on Monday, January 16, after an illness of four days at the age of 82. Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 19, at 2 o'clock at St. Peter's church. Rev. C. Schinnerer conducted the last rites. Carl Frederick William Klitzke, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ferdinand Klitzke, (Hannah Schattschneider) was born on April 4, 1850 in Neuschlage, Pommerania, Germany. He was married to Catherine Zumach on April 4, 1874 and 3 years later came with his family to the United States. He made his home on a farm in the town of Reedsburg and 19 years ago moved to the city. Mrs. Klitzke preceded her husband in death on Jan. 14, 1926. Surviving are six children, Carl, Albert, Emil, Otto and William H. of the town of Reedsbug and Martha, of Reedsburg, and 5 grandchildren. Two children died when very young; Anna, who was 5, died on Jan 26 in 1885 and Herman, 3, died 24 days later. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper of Jan. 20, 1933.

Klitzke, Carl. The funeral of Carl Klitzke was held here last Monday at the St. Peter's Lutheran church. Mr. Klitzke was 71 years old at the time of his death. He was born in Arnhausen, Germany, and came to this country when he was 24 years old, settling in Reedsburg. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper of May 7-1926.

Klitzke, Walter H. Sr. Walter H. Klitzke, Sr., age 82, of Route 1, Rock Springs, died suddenly at his home on Monday, October 18, 1982. He was born on October 18, 1900 in Reedsburg Township to William and Emma (nee Dewars) Klitzke, and married Agnes Harms on October 18, 1922 in St. Peter's Lutheran church, Reedsburg. He was a retired farmer and a member of St. Peter's Lutheran church. Survivors include his wife, Agnes, Route 1, Rock Springs, three sons, Edwin, Rock Springs, Marvin, Stoughton, and Walter H. Jr., Route 1, Rock Springs; one daughter, Mrs. Robert (Elva) Acton, Loganville; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one brother, Elmer, Route 2, Reedsburg. One son, Allen, preceeded him in death in 1971. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 21 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran church, Reedsburg, with the Reverend Dennis Hipenbecker officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg. The Hammer Funeral Home served the family. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper.

Koenecke, James W. James W. Koenecke, 83, Reedsburg, died on Wednesday morning, Oct. 29, 2003, in his home. He was born on Dec. 18, 1919, in Excelsior Township, Sauk County, the son of Walter and Esther (nee Gundlach) Koenecke. Jim was a 1937 graduate of Reedsburg High School. On Sept. 1, 1944, he married the former Wilma L. Schneider. Jim was a lifelong area farmer. He enjoyed woodworking, farming, spending time with his family and telling a good story. He was very fond of animals and had a special love of horses. Jim was a lifelong member of St. John's Lutheran Church and a former member of the cemetery board. He had served as a board member of the Butterfield School; was a delegate for Wisconsin Dairies; a committee member for the Sauk County A.S.C.S.; a board member of the Centrol Co-op in Sauk City; past president of the Richland Equity Livestock Association and a board member and past president of the Reedsburg Equity Co-op, which later became the R & L Co-op.

Kopf, Josephine G. Josephine G. Kopf, age 85 of Baraboo, passed away on Thursday, November 8, 2001, at St. Clare Hospital. Josephine, the daughter of William and Nora (Lyons) Schara, was born on December 1, 1915 in North Freedom. She was united in marriage to Raymond Kopf on April 26, 1933 in Leland. Josephine was a Member of St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo. She enjoyed baking wedding cakes, and was a Food Leader with the 4-H and a member of the Homemakers Club. She is survived her husband, Raymond Kopf of Baraboo; 4 children, Everett (Elaine) Kopf of Baraboo, LaVon (Ray) Astle of Reedsburg, Duane (Virginia) Kopf of Baraboo and Francis (Billi) Kopf of Oregon; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Adeline Hinz of Rock Springs; 5 brothers, Melvin (Grace) Schara of Middleton, Lawrence (June) Schara of Reedsburg, Lloyd (Mary Ann) Schara of Texas, Virgil (Nadine) Schara of Texas, Bill (Judy) Schara of Madison; 1 brother-in-law, Otto Mueller of Baraboo; 2 sisters-in-law, Adeline Lange of North Freedom and Esther Gavin of Reedsburg; other relatives and friends. Josephine was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Leona Mueller; a brother, Dean Schara; a sister-in-law, Wilma Schara; and a brother-in-law, Garvin Hinz. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, November 12, 2001, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo with Pastor Myron Schwanke officiating. Interment will take place in the Walnut Hill Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, November 11, from 2:00 until 6:00 P.M. at the Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo; and on Monday, from 10:00 A.M. until the time of services at the church.

Koppen, Irene V. Irene V. Koppen, 80 of Reedsburg, died on Tuesday morning, Aug. 23, 2005, in the Edward Snyder Nursing Home. She was born on August 30, 1924, in Reedsburg, the daughter of Charles and Martha (nee Schultz) Schultz. On June 28, 1953, she was married to Everett R. Koppen. He preceded her in death on January 19, 1973. Irene worked as a nursing assistant at the Ringling Manor and later at Jefferson Meadows in Baraboo until her retirement. Following her retirement, she worked for several summers at Reedsburg Foods. She was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church. Irene enjoyed playing cards, bingo and spending time with her family. Survivors include two children, Dennis (Judy) Koppen of Reedsburg and Donna (Leo) Tourdot of Reedsburg; six grandchildren; four great grandchildren; a sister, Idella Schultz of Reedsburg; a brother, Raymond Schultz of Reedsburg; a half-sister, Clara Held, of Reedsburg; two sisters-in-law, Florence Schultz of Reedsburg and Lorna Hamburg of Mount Horeb; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband, Everett, she was preceded in death by a brother, Elmer Schultz; and a sister, Vera Koppen. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2005, at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Rev. Kevin Kohnke officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 3 until 7 p.m. on Friday at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or the Edward Snyder Nursing Home would be appreciated. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Koppen, Vera L. Vera L. Koppen, 74, Reedsburg, died on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2003, at the Sauk County Health Care Center. She was born on Dec. 12, 1928, at home in Reedsburg, the daughter of Carl "Charlie" and Martha (nee Schultz) Schultz. She married Arthur Koppen on Oct. 3, 1970, at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Vera has been employed at Hankscraft-Gerber Corporation for many years prior to her retirement. She was a member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Vera was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur on Dec. 31, 1983; her parents and a brother, Elmer. Vera is survived by her daughter, Janice Schultz, Reedsburg, and John Meyers, Beloit; a brother, Ray Schultz, Reedsburg; sisters, Irene Koppen and Idella Schultz, both of Reedsburg; a half-sister, Clara Held, Reedsburg; sisters-in-law, Selma Schultz and Florence Schultz, both of Reedsburg; a special friend, Eldy Bowlin, Reedsburg; nieces and nephews along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. today, Saturday, Aug. 16 at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Rev. Paul Crolius officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends called on Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home and may call today, Saturday, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church of Reedsburg or the Sauk County Health Care Center. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Korth, Marvin. Marvin Korth, 72, Medford, N.J., died Monday, January 30, 1989 in a Berlin, N.J. Hospital. He was born August 31, 1916 in Hillpoint to Charles and Amanda (Schulte) Korth. He was employed as a truck driver. Survivors include two daughters, (Joan) Mrs. Floyd Austin, Medford, N.J. and (Diane) Mrs. Richard Schulenburg, Reedsburg; four grandchildren and one sister (Marie) Mrs. Rex Markham, LaCrosse. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. in the Gant-Farber Funeral Home with Dr. James Stein-brecker officiating. Burial will be made in St. John's Cemetery near Hillpoint. Friends may call from 9:30 until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home.

Kowalke, Kenneth I. Kenneth I. Kowalke, Sr. of North Freedom passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2003 at St. Clare Hospital at the age of 58. Ken was born on April 19, 1945 to Ike and Geneva (Haskins) Kowalke in Baraboo. He graduated from Baraboo High School and was a member of the undefeated football team in 1961. Ken married Elaine Bannan on August 5, 1967 in Sauk City. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany. Ken was a coach for 13 years at St. Joseph's school and loved hunting, fishing, farming and was an avid sportsman. Ken always enjoyed helping other people. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church and the North Freedom American Legion Post #172. Ken is survived by his wife, Elaine Kowalke, North Freedom; three children, Todd (Diane) Kowalke, Baraboo, Kenneth Kowalke II, North Freedom, Lori (Darren) Zimmerman, Dorchester; two granddaughters, Danielle and Nickole Kowalke; his parents, Ike and Geneva Kowalke, Baraboo; two brothers, Ron (Heidi) Kowalke, Baraboo, Bradley (Sheri) Kowalke, Madison; aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, October 13, 2003 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church at 12:00 noon. Burial will be in the Walnut Hill cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, October 12, 2003 from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the Redlin Funeral Home, with a prayer service at 5 p.m. and on Monday, from 11 a.m. until the time of services at the Church. Military rites will be accorded at the grave.

Kraemer, Alfrec H. Alfred H. "Al" Kraemer, age 81, entered eternal life surrounded by loved ones at the Bethesda Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2002. He was born on April 29, 1921, in Plain, Wis., the first of 15 children of Alphonse and Mary (Frank) Kraemer. Al graduated from St. Luke High School in 1938. He served in the Army Air Corps in World War II from 1942 until 1945 as a technical sergeant in the finance department at Harlingen Army Air Field. He married Helenmarie Zeller on Nov. 9, 1946, and that union was blessed with nine children. On April 1, 1948, Al co-founded Kraemer Brothers, General Contractors in Plain with his brothers, Linus and Norman. The company grew into one of the top 400 construction companies in the U.S. as ranked by the Engineering News Record. He served the corporation as president and subsequently chairman of the board until his retirement to Florida in 1985. Al was very community minded as evidenced by some 25 years in village politics where he served several terms as village president and oversaw many significant community developments. He was also the charter president of the Plain Lions Club, which he was a member of until his retirement. Al and Helenmarie enjoyed 42 years of marriage until her death in 1988. On Nov. 4, 1989, he married Garaldine Tomailo who has been his loving companion for the past 13 years. Al was a deeply religious man of high moral character and principals. He was an active member of St. Luke's Catholic Church, Plain, and St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Boynton Beach, Fla. Al was also a member of the Catholic Knights of Columbus. Al was a very outgoing and friendly person who cherished his family and friendships. One of his favorite sayings was, "Who has more fun than people?" Al is survived by his nine children, Patti (Mike) Czechanski, Marty (Linda), Diane (Rick) Kraemer-Webb, Karl (Mary), Douglas (Stephanie), Kevin (Diane), Camille (special friend Tim Murphy), Lois (Jim) Schweiss and Maureen (special friend Eric Ruhland); 21 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; his wife, Geraldine; step-children, Debra (Bruce) Cozenza and George (Patti) Russell; five step-grandchildren; brothers, Norman (Louise) and Bob (Betty); sisters, Loraine (Monroe) Haas, Florence Schluter, Marie (Jim) Zajicek, Betty (Brian) Scallon, Helen (Dean) Taylor, Ann (Tom) Gerothanas and Karol (Charlie) Wichmann; and sisters-in-law, Florence (Linus) Kraemer and Jean (Bill) Miller. Al was preceded in death by his parents, Alphonse and Mary; wife, Helenmarie; grandson, Narayana Schweiss; a brother, Linus; sisters, Bernice, Dolores and Grace Kraemer, and Irene Esch; and brothers-in-law, Bill Schluter, Bob Esch and Bill Miller. The family will greet friends at ST. LUKE'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, Plain, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 9, 2002, and from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral services at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 10, 2002. Burial will be in St. Luke's Catholic Cemetery, with Fathers Mike Resop and Gary Wankerl concelebrating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Kraemer Library, St. Luke's School Endowment Fund or Hospice Care. The Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home, Spring Green, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Kreutzmann, Elizabeth. Mrs. Henry Kreutzmann for many years a citizen of this city and for a few years past, a resident of LaValle, was found dead at her home Friday morning, January lst. She had been in her usual health the day before and had evidently arisen as usual on Friday morning when death came suddenly. The funeral was held at LaValle on Sunday and burial was beside her husband in the Reedsburg cemetery of St. John's Church. Elizabeth Bartel was born at Barum, Hanover, Germany, November 16, 1846. She came to Reedsburg in 1864. Four years later she married Henry Kreutzmann who died two years ago. Seven children were born to them, two, Huldah Borchers of LaValle and Herbert H. of Hillsboro remain to mourn their loss. One brother, Herman Bartels of Danville, Illinois and three sisters; Mrs. Henry Hagenah of Hillsboro, Mrs. Henry Schultz of Reedsburg and Mrs. William Voss of St. Paul are also living. Mrs. Kreutzmann was a pleasant, kindly woman who has many friends wherever she has lived. In her home she was a good mother whose passing is a deep sorrow to those who remain. In Reedsburg the Kreutzmanns are remembered by many who were deeply grieved to hear of the sudden death. While still in Germany she was confirmed and joined the Germany Church, afterwards she joined St. John's Church at Reedsburg and at the time of death was a member of St. John's at LaValle. Mrs. Kreutzmann was a sincere Christian and her church and it's services were very dear to her. Living alone as she did, she found much comfort and consolation in her Bible and each day devoted a portion of her time to it's study. Mrs. Kreutzmann died two years ago, since when she has lived by herself, preferring to be in a home of her own. She was an ideal mother, her first thought always being for her home and her children and they will indeed miss her in numberless ways. She was a member of the German Ladies Aid Society and they too will miss her pleasant face and happy ways. Thus another mother has been taken, and while hearts are sad and clouds hang heavy "somewhere the clouds are rifted, and somewhere the angels wait". Taken from the Reedsburg Times of January 8, 1915

Krey, Leola M. Leola M. Krey, age 88, of Reedsburg, died Monday evening, December 24, 2001 in the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. She was born on July 31, 1913 in Baraboo, the daughter of George and Minnie (Kowalke) Gall. She was baptized at St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo and was confirmed on April 10, 1927. A graduate of Baraboo High School in 1932, Leola then attended and graduated from the Sauk County Normal School in Reedsburg. For six years she taught school in a rural one-room school in Greenfield Township, Sauk County. On July 23, 1939 she was married to Melvin Krey at St. John's Lutheran Church in Baraboo. She then became a resident of Reedsburg the remaining years of her life. In her later years she was a resident of the Maple Ridge Elderly Care home. She was a faithful member of St. John Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday School for 20 years. Survivors include a brother, Harold Gall, of Madison; a sister-in-law, Eleanor Stambaugh, of Reedsburg; a niece, Rogene Gall, of Elm Grove; four nephews, Dr. Randall (Pat) Gall, of La Crosse, Attorney Steven (Marla) Gall, of Hot Sulphur Springs, Colo., and Robert and Richard Leschensky, both of Oconomowoc; a grand nephew and niece, Alexander and Elizabeth Gall; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin, on March 13, 1971; her mother on January 21, 1977, and her father on April 17, 1987. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Friday at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg. Interment will be in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 12:00 noon until the time of service on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. John Lutheran Church would be appreciated. The Hoof Funeral is serving the family.

Kroeger, William. William Kroeger died at Loganville, August 15, and was buried in the cemetery at the Brandt church in the town of Washington, Aug. 18, 1905, Rev. Schilling officiating. Mr. Kroeger was born March 14, 1831, at Vinstedt, Hanover, Germany. He was married to Miss Dora Schenk at the same place Nov. 14, 1861 and seven years later emigrated to this country. He settled on a farm near the present village of Hillpoint and one year later bought the farm on which he since lived and which is known far and near as the "Butcher Kroeger Farm." Here he lived with his family until the fall of 1891 when he turned the place over to his only son, Ed Kroeger, and, with his wife moved into Loganville, since living the life of a retired farmer, enjoying good health until a short time before his death. He was the father of six children, all of whom are living and grown. They are: Anna, Wife of Otto Goetsch of the town of Washington; Dora, wife of Henry Seiler of Madison; Mary, wife of William Wiese of the town of Washington; Lizzie, wife of Fred Weiman of Madison; Emma, wife of Ed Williams of Loganville and Ed, the only son, who lives on the homestead. His widow and all of their children except Mrs. Seiler were present at the funeral, she being at Portland, Ore., and could not reach here in time. Not withstanding the busy season for the farmers and the rough condition of the roads and the long drive to the cemetery, a large number of friends and neighbors followed the remains to their last resting place. Those present from a distance besides the children were: Mrs. Margaret Verthein, a sister of the deceased, of Madison; Mr. Fred Schenk of Madison, a brother of Mrs. Kroeger and Mrs. Henry Reil of Middleton, Wis. Taken from the Reedsburg Free Press.

 Krueger, Harold R. Harold R. Krueger, age 80, of Baraboo, passed away on Sunday morning, Aug. 31, 2003, at St. Marys Hospital in Madison. He is survived by his wife, Dolores Krueger of Baraboo; five children, Donna (Walter) Aalto of Willamina, Ore., Bonnie (Terry) Gudmandsen of Madison, Paul (Barb) Krueger of Baraboo, Connie (John) Myers of North Freedom, and Kim (Michael) Tomsyck of Sun Prairie; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2003, at ST. PAUL'S LUTHERAN CHURCH in Baraboo, with Pastors Deb and Steve Ohrtman officiating. Friends may call on Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services, at the church. Interment will follow in the Walnut Hill Cemetery with military rites being conducted at the grave. Memorials may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church, the American Heart Association, or the American Cancer Society. The Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo is assisting with arrangements.

 Krueger, Leona E. Leona E. Krueger, 99, Loganville, died on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2003, in her home. She was born on Sept. 15, 1903, near Loganville, the daughter of Henry and Ida (nee Radtke) Schenck. On Dec. 25, 1925, she married Oscar C. Krueger. Leona was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church and a member of the Ladies Aid. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and baking. Survivors include her daughter, Louise Krueger, Loganville; two daughters-in-law, Mildred Krueger and Mabel Krueger, both of Loganville; six grandchildren, Rhonda Pingel, Keith Krueger, Sheila Steinweg, Kevin Krueger, Shirley Meyer and Gary Krueger; 16 great-grandchildren; two sisters, Selma (Harold) Kaun, Reedsburg, and Lily Rehr, Reedsburg; one brother, Clarence (Phyllis) Schenck, Reedsburg; two sisters-in-law, Maxine Schenck, Reedsburg, and Jean Schenck, Sun Prairie; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar, on June 15, 1996; three sons, Carol, Roger and Arthur; a great-granddaughter, Amanda Meyer; seven brothers, Walter, Paul, Henry, Herbert, Martin, Ernest and Edmund; and two sisters, Agnes Thieding and Emma Muchow. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2003, at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Loganville with Rev. Ronald Rasmussen officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 until 8:30 p.m. today, Saturday, Jan. 4, at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Peter's Lutheran Church Redecorating Fund would be appreciated. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family

Krueger, Lucile M. Lucile M. Krueger, 94, of Mauston passed away Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2003 at Fair View Nursing Home, Mauston. She was born June 27, 1908, the daughter of Ernest and Pauline (Zimmerly) Brown. She was united in marriage to Elmer Krueger on June 27, 1927. She was a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Mauston. She is survived by her children, Donald (Rhoda) Krueger, Dorothy (Ronald) Williams, Robert (Carole) Krueger and Lyle (Marilyn) Krueger; 14 grandchildren; 30 great-grandchildren; and sister, Pearl Garman. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Krueger; parents, brothers, Clarence and Emil Brown; son, William (Bill) Krueger; and grandchildren, Kathy Krueger, Cory Krueger and Loretta Krueger. Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 3 at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church, Mauston. Friends called at St. Paul's Church prior to the services. Burial was in the Mauston Cemetery.

 Kruetzmann, Edmund. A serious accident occured Sunday afternoon near Rathburns while Edmund Kruetzmann, Geo. Mallon and Fred Klett were hunting. Messrs. Kruetzmann and Mallon sat down to rest placing their guns by a tree or bush when a dog passing by knocked them down and as they slid down hill one of the guns struck on a rock and went off and Mr. Kruetzmann received the discharge in his hand and head. After the accident he conversed with the other men and walked, with their help, for some distance when he gave out, Mr. Mallon going on to Rathburns to get a team to convey the wounded man to that place. There Mr. Kruetzmann urged one of the other men to go and help with the team so as to hurry, then he collapsed and became unconscious. Dr. Miller was called who readily called Dr. Daly of Reedsburg and Dr. Erwin of Milwaukee was also called. The young man died Monday morning between two and three o'clock. Taken from the Reedsburg Free Press of December 6, 1906 Mr. Kruetzmann was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Kruetzmann of this place. About four or five years ago he opened a dentist office and by faithful and conscientious work built a good business. A litle less than two years ago he was married to Miss Leona Duddleston who with one child mourn the untimely death of the father. The sympathy of the entire community is extended to the bereaved family and relatives.

Krumm, Margaret M. Margaret M. Krumm, age 96, a Baraboo resident for 59 years, died on Friday, December 27, 2002, at St. Clare Meadows Care Center. Margaret was born June 16, 1906, in Elroy, Wisconsin, the only child of Ernest and Emma (Buchholz) Morgan. She wed Clarence Krumm of Argonne on her twentieth birthday, June 16, 1926. They enjoyed 73 years of marriage before Clarence's death on February 27, 2000. Family, community and education were extremely important to Margaret throughout her life. As a youth, she was active in church groups, played basketball as an Elroy High School "bloomer girl," and excelled as a student. She earned her teaching certificate at LaCrosse State Teachers College, and taught upper grades at LaFarge. She and Clarence began their family in Wonewoc, then settled in Baraboo, where Margaret taught lower grades at Badger School while her husband served as superintendent. As her children grew up, Margaret became involved in many community organizations. She was a life member of the Order of Easter Star, holding several different offices and eventually becoming a member of the Past Matron's Club of that Order. She was active in the auxiliary of St. Clare Hospital, and a dedicated member of First United Methodist Church. Margaret strongly believed in excellence, and her avocations reflected that. She provided many hours of delight for others with her accomplished piano and organ playing, and left behind dozens of breathtaking needlework pieces that her family will treasure for generations to come. She was also a longtime member of the Baraboo Country Club, where she greatly enjoyed playing golf and bridge with her husband and a wide circle of friends. Margaret will surely be remembered for her exceptional graciousness, sociability, and impeccable sense of style and elegance. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Clarence. She is survived by her two daughters, Margaret (Myron) Martiny of Princeville, IL, and Barbara (M. Clifford) Nelson of Dallas, TX; five grandchildren, Tammy (Steve) Schotthofer of Cochrane, WI, Barbara Daily of Princeville, Cindy Nelson of Dallas, Greg Nelson of Sanibel Island, FL, and Kristen (Hank) Card of Austin, TX; seven great-grandchildren, Melissa, Matthew, Melanie, Stephanie, Morgan, Meg and Rachel; other relatives and many friends. Funeral services will be held at First United Methodist Church on Monday, December 30, 2002, at 1:00 p.m. with Lay Associate Pastor George Burgess officiating. Interment will take place in Walnut Hill Cemetery. There will be a visitation at the church from 12:00 noon until the time of service with an Eastern Star service conducted at 12:30 p.m. The Rago Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Kubly, Jeffrey D. Jeffrey David Kubly, age 43, died on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2002, as a result of an automobile accident. He was born on June 5, 1959, in Madison, the son of Samuel and Patricia (Dunn) Kubly. Jeffrey attended Sun Prairie High School. He lived in the Sauk Prairie area for the past nine years and was employed at St. Clare Meadows Nursing Home as a nursing assistant. Jeff will be sorely missed. He was loved and valued by his family, friends, and co-workers. Jeff assisted his fellow gardeners at Bluffview each year with their planting. He loved the outdoors and liked to hunt and fish with his friends. His garden produce was always much appreciated by the residents and co-workers at St. Clare's. Jeff was always willing to help others in need and was greatly rewarded in his life's work with the elderly. He is survived by his mother, Patricia (Dunn) Kubly of Sauk Prairie; four brothers, William (Mary) Kubly of Columbus, Dennis (Taffee) Kubly, of Madison, Thomas (Geri) Kubly of Sun Prairie, and Michael (Carmen) Kubly of Marshall; 12 sisters, Sharon Draeger of Baraboo, Darlene (Dennis) Landen, Jean Tiffany both of Madison, Kathleen (Ronald) Thorson of Wausau, Bonnie Kubly, Mary Kubly, Debora (Rick) Suchomel, all of Madison, Diane (Lee) Anderson, of Belleville, Connie Kubly of Madison, Karin (Bradley) Finken of Tomahawk, Patti (Robert) Brown and Pamela (Thomas) Harberg both of Cottage Grove. Jeff is further survived by an aunt, Mary Dunn; and an uncle, William Mickey, both of Madison and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Samuel W. Kubly. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 18, 2002, at 1 p.m. at the GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, with the Rev. Darrell Johnson presiding. Burial will follow in Highland Memory Gardens. Friends may call on Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2002, at 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the funeral home. We love and will miss you Jeff. Gunderson East Funeral Home (608) 221-5420

Kuhnau, Erna E. (Hosig). Erna E. Kuhnau, 83, rural Baraboo, died Saturday, June 3, 2000 at the Cumberland Hospital, Cumberland, Wisconsin. She was born in Troy Township on February 17, 1917, the daughter of the late Alex and Rose (Fischer) Hosig. She was united in marriage to Henry Kuhnau on February 17, 1937. She was employed at Badger Ordinance, Naperville Newspaper Circulation Company and retired from Central Wisconsin Center in 1979. She was a member of the First United Church of Christ, Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, the Homemaker’s Club and Quilting Club. Erna enjoyed attending her grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s sporting and music events. She is survived by: her husband, Henry, rural Baraboo; a son, Ron (Nancy) Kuhnau, Rockford, Illinois; a daughter, Marlene Schiffman, Prairie du Sac; seven grandchildren, Kimberly (Dan) Edlund; Kris (Mike) Nimmow; Brenda Schiffman; Mike (Beth) Schiffman; Lynn (Jeff) Brown; Cindy (Jeff) Franks; Scott (Cindy) Kuhnau; 12 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ernest (Doris) Hosig, Prairie du Sac; Donald (Florence) Hosig, Prairie du Sac; nieces, nephews, other friends and relatives. Funeral services will be held at the First United Church of Christ, Sauk City, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 8 with Pastor Robert Rieke officiating. Burial will follow in the Prairie du Sac, Cemetery. Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7 at Gnewikow-Hooverson Funeral Home, Sauk City. Memorials may be given to the family for Dr. DeGiovanni’s clinic in Haiti.

 Kumke, William Sr. William Kumke, sr., was born in Germany on December 6, 1869. He came to America with his mother and sister as a young man and lived in and near Ableman, working at various jobs. In 1899 he went to work in La Crosse, Wis. as a cobbler. There he met and was married to Mrs. Nellie Allen. A short time after being married they moved to Ableman to make their permanent home. Here Mr. Kumke was in the shoe repairing business, as he himself stated, about 50 years. Mr. and Mrs. Kumke joined the St. John's congregation and were faithful members throughout their married life. Mrs. Kumke preceded her husband in death 3 years ago last October. Mr. Kumke was a lover of music and was an active member of the Ableman Mannerchor. For the past 3 years his health had been failing him and this forced him to give up his business in Ableman. He then made his home part time in Lyndon Station with Mr. and Mrs. William Kumke, jr., and the past year with Mr. and Mrs. William Dunse at Wonewoc. Last Monday, as his condition became critical, he was taken to the Reedsburg hospital, where he passed away the next morning at about 3 o'clock, Tuesday, March 11th, 1947, at the age of 77 years, 3 months, 5 days. His survivors are one sister, Mrs. Emil Schroeter, Chicago, Ill., one daughter, Mrs. William Dunse, Wonewoc, Wis., one son, William Kumke, jr., Milwaukee, Wis., Mrs. William Kumke, Racine, Wis., a number of grandchildren and great grandchildren, and a large host of friends.

 Mrs. Nellie Kumpke, aged 78 years, wife of William Kumpke of Ableman, passed away at St. Mary's Ringling hospital Wednesday, October 27, 1943, at 12 o'clock. She is survived by her huband; a son, Ray Maddux, and a son, Edward Maddux, both of Frankfort, Ind., a daughter, Mrs. William Dunse, of Wonewoc, and a son William Kumpke, jr., of Lyndon Station, a sister, Mrs. Mary Radabaugh of Logansport, Ind., 19 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 1:30 at the home and at two o'clock at the Lutheran church in Ableman. Burial will be in the Ableman cemetery. Friends may call at the McGann funeral home Friday afternoon or evening and at the home in Ableman Saturday afternoon or evening.

 Kuschman, Nancy M. Nancy M. Kuschman, age 74, of Reedsburg, long time resident of DeKalb, IL. And Lake Redstone, died following an extended, courageous exposure to Ovarian cancer. Nancy survived both Swedish immigrant parents, Charles and Hildur Nelson and sister Ethel Magnuson. She was married to William E. Kuschman after both graduated from Augustana College, Rock Island in 1950 at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Chicago, were she had been baptized and confirmed. She began her career as a Speech Therapist in Illinois schools including Rock Island, Northbrook, Malta, and Creston. Following graduate work at Northern Illinois University, she taught in the University Laboratory School. Nancy was enriched by the birth of three sons: William C. (Ann), Baraboo; David, Reedsburg, and Thomas (Kathy), Sycamore, IL. Nancy made friends easily and will be remembered lovingly by all. She frequently corresponded with former elementary, high school, and college classmates. Skilled at knitting and sewing, she also enjoyed reading and traveling. In addition to her husband and sons, Nancy is survived by grandchildren Jenny/Kelli, Haley/Joey, a sister, Betty Zimmerman (Joe), Prankfort, IL., nieces Carol O'Sullivan (Bob), Orland Park, IL Elaine Rasmussen (Fred), Sunnyvale, CA., Marilyn Hanson (Alan), Pacific Palisades, CA., Suzanne Bhatt (Ramesh), Lexington, Ky., and sister-in-law Frances, also of Lexington. Interment will be private at Oak Lawn Cemetery, LaValle. A memorial gathering for friends and relatives will be held at Longley's Restaurant in Reedsburg on Wednesday, September 3, 2003, from 4-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances in Nancy's name may be given to Home Health United Hospice, P.O. Box 527 Baraboo, WI.

 Kutzbach, Anna A. (Lueders). Anna A. Kutzbach, 93, of Reedsburg, died Monday, Aug. 9, 1976 at the Sauk County Health Care Center following a long illness. She was born July 18, 1883 in Reedsburg Township to Fred Lueders and the former Caroline Uphoff. Mrs. Kutzbach was preceeded in death by her first husband, Dr.Otto Westedt and on April 6, 1958, her second husband, Robert Kutzbach died. She is survived by one son, Raymond Westedt of Brookfield; one daughter, Mrs. Thomas (Luella) Booker of Seattle, Wash.; one step-son, Elmer Kutzbach of Reedsburg; one step-daughter, Mrs. Edna Schneider of Baltimore, Md.; 10 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and one sister, Mrs. Selma Schinnerer of Temple City, California. Funeral services for Anna Kutzbach will be held at 1:30 Thursday afternoon in St. Peter's Lutheran Church with Rev. Herbert Drachenberg officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery of Loganville. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Wednesday a the Gant Funeral Home. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper.

 Kutzke, Joanne M. Joanne M. Kutzke, age 68, of Portage, died suddenly, but peacefully, on Thursday, September 20, 2001 with her two daughters, supportive family and friends at her bedside. Joanne was born on August 14, 1933 in Portage to Hugh and Mildred Roberts. She married Jerry Kutzke in 1954. Joanne was deeply involved in the ARC of Columbia County for many years, as a board member and president. She supervised a bowling league for mentally and physically challenged adults for over 15 years, up until her death. She truly enjoyed helping those less fortunate, or those who could not help themselves. She gave so much to so many throughout her life many times in anonymous ways. She was never one to be boastful about what she had done or given in times of need. Joanne was also known by many to be a wonderful cook. She was frequently asked to make things for luncheons at her church as well as family gatherings. Joanne is survived by her two daughters, Jeri of Portage and Jill of Baraboo; brother and sister-in-law, Carlton and Patricia Kutzke, Nekoosa; brother and sister-in-law, Tony and Kathleen Bortz, Portage; sister-in-law, Jean Kutzke, Poynette; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Joanne was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry, her parents, brother-in-law, Jack Kutzke, and sister-in-law, Mary Hiller. She will be cremated, according to her wishes. There will be a visitation for family and friends on Monday, September 24, 2001 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in Portage. Her memorial service will be on Tuesday, September 25, 2001 at 10:00 a.m. also at St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church in Portage. There will be a luncheon following the service in Rockster Hall on the church grounds. Port-Axtell Community Funeral Home in Portage is assisting the family with arrangements. Joanne asked that memorials be given to her family. She will be missed by everyone who knew her and benefited from her giving spirit. And, for the many who have requested Joanne's famous "Blazing Saddle Bean" recipe... it is available upon request!