Lola J. Curtis, 94, of Shawano, died on Sunday, Aug. 13, 2017, at Shawano Health Services under the care of Heartland Hospice.

The family rejoices at the happy reunion of her and her husband of 74 years, Glenn.

Lola was born on Dec. 31, 1922, in the town of Grant, Shawano County, the daughter of the late John and Laura (Doede) Breitenfeldt. In her younger years, she was a babysitter and did most of the housework for her family. She went to Weasel Dam School and graduated in 1936. She was confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Morris. She then went to live with her uncle Bill and Aunt Vivian in New London to attend high school. She then came home during the summers where she worked as a home helper and at a restaurant in Wittenberg.

Lola also worked as a surgical nurse’s aid in New London and for a short time worked at Edison Furniture Factory. On Aug. 22, 1942, Lola married Glenn Curtis at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Morris. He preceded her in death on Jan. 18, 2016. The couple enjoyed traveling and flower and vegetable gardening.

Lola is survived by three sons, Allen Curtis, of Wausau, Larry Curtis and Jay Curtis, both of Tigerton; three grandchildren, Crystal (Todd) Bishop, Douglas Curtis and Greg Curtis; and a brother, Sader Breitenfeldt, of Tigerton.

Lola was preceded in death by her husband, parents and brothers Hilmer and Gary.

A graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17, 2017, at Union Cemetery in Tigerton. The Rev. John Hielsberg will officiate.

Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Memories and condolences may be shared at schmidtschulta.com and at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home on Facebook.

The family wishes to thank Heartland Hospice and Shawano Health Services for the loving care provided to Lola.

Roger R. Prey, 78, of Split Rock, passed away Saturday morning, Aug. 12, 2017, at his home.

Roger Ralph Prey was born on Aug. 26, 1938, in Shawano to Ralph and Lucille (Drake) Prey. He grew up in Clintonville and graduated from Clintonville High School in 1956. Roger began working with a local dairy farm. He was united in marriage on Feb. 23, 1957, to Joann M. Seefeldt at Peace Lutheran Church, Split Rock. The couple farmed and raised their children in the town of Fairbanks, Shawano County.

Roger and Joann were blessed with five children: Jolene (Dave) Tauferner, Steve (Julie) Prey, Kathy (Greg) Schuh, Brenda (Mark) Tauferner and Lisa (Otto) Marquardt, all of Tigerton. There are also 18 grandchildren and 24 great-grandchildren. His wife, Joann, preceded him in death on Aug. 22, 2000.

Roger was married on Sept. 29, 2001, to Mildred “Millie” Opperman-Brehmer at Peace Lutheran Church, Split Rock. Roger and Millie’s union added three more children to his circle of love: Mark (Donna) Brehmer, of Neenah, Dan (Lynn) Brehmer, of Birnamwood, and David (Amy) Brehmer, of West Bend. He also gained eight more grandchildren and eight additional great-grandchildren.

Roger not only farmed for close to 30 years but also learned the masonry and carpentry trade while working for Albert Krueger. He went on his own and continued doing construction projects for folks all around the area for a number of years. He was an active longtime member of Peace Lutheran, where he served as a trustee and a church council member, and enjoyed playing dartball for a long time.

His other interests included going fishing, bow and gun deer hunting, and squirrel and turkey hunting as well. Roger always worked hard and played hard. He truly enjoyed spending time with his family, and when the grandkids came around he was just a big kid again playing all the games with them.

He is also survived by six sisters, Joann (friend Jim Pieper) Prey, Laverne Burmeister, Kay (Jerome) Babino, Barbara (Bob) Bohardt, Jeanette (Dave) Habeck and Betty (Jerome) Gajewski. There are four brothers, Edward (Helen) Prey, Ralph (Sharon) Prey Jr., Gary (Robin) Prey and James (Regina) Prey. He is further survived by four sisters-in-law, Carol (Dave) Gretzinger, Bev Ortiz, Gladys Dey and Violet Werth; two brothers-in-law, Fred Opperman and Douglas (Gail) Opperman; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Roger was preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister, Marilyn; his wife, Joann; a sister, Sandy DeBroux; and a grandson, Mat Tauferner.

A memorial service was held on Tuesday, Aug. 15, at 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, Split Rock. The Rev. Craig Nehring officiated, and inurnment followed in the parish cemetery. Friends called on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until time of service at the church.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

The family wishes to thank all the nurses with Ministry Home Care and Hospice of Wausau for the excellent care given to Roger.

Barbara J. Johnson, 79, of Tigerton, passed away on Monday, Aug. 14, 2017, at her home.

Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

Doris Ann Collicott, 88, of Keshena, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017, in Shawano.

Doris was born in Janesville on Oct. 8, 1928, the daughter of the late Henry and Lillian (Scoville) Nitz. On Feb. 22, 1947, she was united in marriage to Vaughn W. Collicott at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Janesville.

Doris and Vaughn lived on Legend Lake for 34 years and were very active in the Legend Lake Property Association. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and loved going to the casino.

Doris is survived by her husband of 70 years, Vaughn; their daughter, Diana (Wayne) Scoville, of Edgerton; daughter-in-law, Marilyn Collicott, of Sturgeon Bay; one sister, Judie Frederick, of Shawano; three grandchildren, Gidget (John) Peerenboom, of Combined Locks, Dan (Sherry) Collicott, of Adell, and Brian (Jennifer) Collicott, of Chippewa Falls; and seven great-grandchildren, Steven Scott, Emma Peerenboom, Lillian Peerenboom, Justin Collicott, Lexi Collicott, Isabelle Collicott and Elynn Collicott.

She was preceded in death by her son, Terry, in 2010 and her parents.

A funeral service for Doris will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Richard Menning officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Elizabeth J. “Binky” Feather, 80, of Keshena, passed away on Wednesday evening, Aug. 16, 2017, at ManorCare East in Green Bay.

Binky was born on Sept. 13, 1936, in Keshena, a daughter of the late Theodore and Lillian (Gristeau) Dickie. She attended St. Joseph Boarding School and later graduated from Antigo High School. On May 11, 1957, she was united in marriage to George L. Feather at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit. The couple lived in Neopit and Green Bay before returning to Keshena in 1980. George preceded Elizabeth in death in 1992.

Binky worked as a nurse’s aide at St. Vincent Hospital for many years. She also became an EMT. She most recently worked as a switchboard operator at the tribal clinic. She is a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed family, cooking and traveling.

Survivors include her sons, Gerard (Yvette Jordan) Feather, of De Pere, and Gale (Anita Escalante) Feather, of Neopit; her daughter, Glenda (Joseph) Keyser, of Kearney, Missouri; 12 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; her brother, Richard L. Dickie, of Shawano; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two daughters, Georgene M. Elm and Gisela R. Feather; one son, Gary L. Feather; and one brother, Duane Gristeau.

A Funeral Mass for Elizabeth J. “Binky” Feather will be celebrated on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at 10 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit. The Rev. Frances Zurbano will be the celebrant. Interment will take place in St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at the Menominee Community Center in Neopit after 4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, until the hour of Mass on Wednesday. A parish wake service will be conducted at the Community Center on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017, at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers and plants, a memorial fund will be established in Binky’s name.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Lily Bennett, 102 years, 8 months and 11 days, of Bonduel, passed away at Meadowview Assisted Living in Bonduel on Friday, Aug. 11, 2017.

Lily was born on Dec. 4, 1914, in the town of Green Valley, Shawano County, the daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Werner) Kanzenbach. She was baptized, confirmed and was a lifelong member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Green Valley. After attending school in Advance, she later went to work in the northern suburbs of Chicago where she met and married Albion M. Bennett, who was an earlier friend from back in Green Valley. They were married in Evanston, Illinois, on Dec. 28, 1933, and later moved back to Wisconsin.

Lily leaves behind two sons, Philip M. (Sharon nee Manthei) Bennett, of Sun Prairie, and their son, Ryan T. (Jennifer) Bennett, of Denver, Colorado, and great-grandsons, Jonathan and Tye; John (Rose) Bennett, of Green Valley, and their children, Kelly (Tim) Lindal, Shelly (Dean) Egnarski, Roxann Elsner, Justin Bennett, Missy Jacobson and Chrissy (Troy) Gauthier, and great-grandchildren, Dustin, Nicole, Katelyn, Garrett, Allison, Cody, Colton, Courtney, Sadie, Rylen, Kendra, Reegan, Jensen, Sawyer, Tylor, Madyson, Teah, Maria and Kali, and great-great-grandchildren, Owen and Harlee; one daughter, Geraldine A. (Bennett) Hansen, of Oconto Falls, and her children, Scott Hansen, Brian Hansen, Lynn Hansen and her husband, Scott Konitzer, and Chad Hansen; as well as numerous other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Albion; daughter, Joan; brothers, Arthur, Alvin and Herbert Kanzenbach; sister, Elsie Kanzenbach Dittman; granddaughter, Michelle; and her son-in-law, Carl Hansen.

Funeral services for Lily will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Green Valley, with the Rev. John Laatsch officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s Lutheran Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service. Concluding the services, a luncheon will be served.

Memorials may be directed to St. John’s Lutheran Church or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

A special thank you is extended to Kenny Kanzenbach for visiting and bringing newspapers to Lily weekly for several years prior to her death.

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Paul Arthur Natzke was born on Dec. 18, 2001, and died Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, at American Family Children’s Hospital. Paul resided in Belleville and Fitchburg, and attended Belleville Elementary and Intermediate Schools and Verona High School.

Paul was active in sports, and was especially proud to be one of the first members of the Wisconsin youth sled hockey team, now known as the Wisconsin Skeeters. Paul did not let his lack of mobility slow him down, also participating on the Verona High School track team and in swimming, skiing, bowling and water skiing. He was always eager and willing to try new things, and his smile, red hair and his wheelchair opened many doors for him.

Paul was an active member of the Spina Bifida Family Network, a group of families in the Madison area. He loved holding babies and playing with younger kids. Paul was often the only person in the room, crowd or school in a wheelchair, and he was able to change the way people thought about kids with disabilities. Anyone who met Paulie was his friend, and he had the ability to disarm people who were apprehensive about his disability. Somehow doors always opened and opportunities would present themselves. Paul would charge through the door and take the opportunities whenever he could.

He was a fan of all Badger athletics, but especially women’s hockey. Paul formed a special bond with members of this team while playing wheelchair hockey at the Shell in Madison, where the members of the women’s team would push him. He was exceptional at needing help from the women in these situations. He was an avid Brewers fan who every single April knew that this was the year for them to go to the World Series, and no one could tell him otherwise.

He enjoyed watching the Packers. For several years he was the ambassador for American Family Children’s Hospital at Mike McCarthy’s golf outing in Oregon. He would sit at one of the par-3 holes and help coerce the golfers to pay to “beat the pro.” He was able to chat with many players and coaches, and took the opportunity to wear Super Bowl and all-star rings from many alumni players. Paul attended camp every summer, often more than one each year, and loved the new people he met there. Over the years he enjoyed Baycliff Health Camp in Michigan, Spirit Camp in Minnesota, Camp Courage in Colorado, Camp Wawbeek in Wisconsin Dells, and Grandma Camp with his crazy Grandma Sue.

Paul is survived by his parents, Jim and Kathie; his sister, Paige; and his dog, Stella. He is further survived by his grandparents, Ken and Sue Kiesau and Ken and Joyce Natzke; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

An informal celebration of Paul’s life will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 27, 2017, at Cress Funeral Home, 6021 University Ave., Madison. Sports attire is encouraged. Please bring your stories and photos about Paul to share.

Special thanks to Dr. Benny in Pediatric Neurosurgery, the amazing nurses, therapists, tutors, teachers, coaches, instructors, camp counselors, neighbors, friends and medical doctors that have been with us every step of the way, and who helped Paulie live a very full life. There are hundreds of people who made Paul such an awesome person, and we hope his celebration is an honor to all of them, whether they can attend or not.

His parents ask that in lieu of flowers or gifts, donations will be directed to the Wisconsin Skeeters sled hockey team. An account is being set up at Oak Bank in Fitchburg.

Please share a memory at www.CressFuneralService.com.

Michele R. LeBlanc, 50, of Keshena, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday evening, Aug. 21, 2017.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Donald “Don” Ray Zeuske, 84 of the town of Matteson, Waupaca County, left his earthly home on the morning of Aug. 19, 2017, at Care Partners in Clintonville.

Don was the youngest of five children born to Max and Ethel (Hanson) Zeuske. He graduated from Clintonville High School at the age of 16, thanks to Lorraine Morris, his country grade school teacher, and his sister Joyce, who had taught him everything she had learned in school.

Don served his country in the U.S. Army from 1952-1954. He manned an anti-aircraft gun intended to protect Chicago. He bowled for many years maintaining an average over 200, and had a style similar to Anthony Earl – smooth.

Don was a good custodian of the land he farmed. He took excellent care of the cows, cats, Mitzi and all the birds that gathered at the feeders. Upon retiring from dairy farming, Don became a produce farmer. His sweet corn will long be remembered for its size and sweetness. He grew thousands of green onions, selling them to individuals, the Bear’s Den and the Pine Tree Supper Club. A majority of the profits from the Pine Tree went to a tasty meal and beverage. He planted, picked and canned hundreds of pickles and beets. Some were sold, others were donated for various church functions like the community meal.

Don and Judy continued the tradition of cherry picking in Door County. There were always plenty to share with those unable to pick their own as they often agreed to pick four pails but came home with 12 to 16 pails.

He loved all of his nieces and nephews. Bradd was like a son to him, working and living on the farm for nine years.

Don and Jon spent hours “researching” for the perfect margarita. He cherished his friendship with John and Jackie Fandrey and their family.

Don loved ice cream, juicy steaks, Manhattans, popcorn, grilled cheddar cheese sandwiches and ice-cold Coke. He enjoyed all genres of music and often sang along with them. He “blasted out” the song G-L-O-R-I-A whenever it came on in the barn. His broccoli salad was a favorite at family get-togethers or funeral luncheons. Don also made excellent blueberry/walnut muffins, chili and succulent hamburgers. He was a loyal fan of Brett Favre and even cheered for the Minnesota Vikings when No. 4 played for them against his beloved Green Bay Packers, causing quite a rift in the Zeuske household! Don enjoyed watching all types of sports, especially the Brewers, Packers, K.C. Royals, Badgers, Olympics, bowling, golf and the Clintonville Truckers. He watched ESPN and especially enjoyed “Mike and Mike.”

Don was married to Judy Borchardt on Nov. 11, 1979. Always patiently waiting, he chauffeured Judy to various town meetings, church, dining out and shopping for cards.

Don was a faithful member of the United Methodist Church in Clintonville.

Don is survived by his wife of 37 years, Judy; brothers and sisters, Eugene (Vi) Zeuske, Duane (Mabel) Zeuske and Joyce Geiger; in-laws, Jim (Janet) Borchardt and Mary Lynn Borchardt; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; Judy’s parents, Clarence & Georgiana (Dahm) Borchardt; a brother, Dennis (Dorothy) Zeuske; and brothers-in-law, Russ Geiger and Robert “Bob” Borchardt.

A message from Judy: Bubbs – “I so adored your smile and your beautiful blue eyes. Over the years we’ve had our share of medical issues, but we also had plenty of laughs. We were blessed with good friends and family. You were so generous in sharing your produce of cherries, pickles and beets. You were giving with your time as you plowed snow for the neighbors with an open cab tractor. I enjoyed competing with you at bowling, shooting pool, pickle recipes and ‘Jeopardy.’ Thank you for allowing me to plant glads in the garden even though they weren’t edible! You took good care of your mom and me. I miss you already. So be it. Love, your Honey Bunny.”

Don’s memorial service will be held Thursday, Aug. 24, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the United Methodist Church in Clintonville with the Rev. Ann Bullis officiating. Military honors will be performed by members of American Legion Post 63, VFW Post 664 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 63 of Clintonville outside of the church following the service. Inurnment will be at Graceland Cemetery in Clintonville. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established by Don’s family.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory of Clintonville is entrusted with his arrangements.

An online guestbook can be found at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.

Also, Don’s family would like to extend their sincerest appreciation to the staff at Greentree, Care Partners and Heartland Hospice for the wonderful care Don received during his stay.

Gretta G. Jacobs, 95, of Bowler, passed away at her home surrounded by family on Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017. Born on July 22, 1922, in Tomah, Gretta was the daughter of the late Phillip and Adelia (Abrams) Tousey. On Nov. 11, 1939, Gretta was united in marriage to Howard Jacobs in Morgan Siding. Howard preceded her in death in 1991.

Gretta dedicated her life to God and to her family. She was an active and faithful member of Assembly of God Church in Morgan Siding where she taught Sunday school for 65 years. She acted as a caregiver for many people over the years. She also had a love for children and was referred to as “Grandma” by the whole community. Family meant the world to Gretta, and she would do anything for her loved ones, including giving the occasional, affectionate “love tap” if needed. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by her family and her community.

Gretta is survived by three children, Neil “Muncie” (Claudia) Jacobs, Euretta “Buzzi” Rollins and and Gearold “Bear” ( Vickie) Jacobs. She is further survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard; children, Clyde Jacobs Sr., Rosella Schaaf, Nelda Jacobs and Sugar Zimmerman; a grandson, Brian Jacobs; a great-granddaughter, Casey Rae Jacobs; her parents; seven brothers; and three sisters.

A funeral service for Gretta was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017, at the Assembly of God Church in Morgan Siding. Burial is in Red Springs Cemetery. Visitation was held at Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham on Monday from 4-8 p.m. and again at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Henry “Chuck” Ziemer, 75, of Clintonville, formerly of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at ThedaCare Medical Center-Shawano.

Born on March 19, 1942, in the town of Red Springs, he was the son of the late Henry and Rosalia “Cele” (Beilke) Ziemer.

Chuck spent most of his life living in Red Springs, helping his mother. He enjoyed going for walks, listening to country music, smoking cigars, watching TV westerns and talking to other people.

Chuck was very easy going, friendly and personable. He could talk to anyone and made friends easily.

Chuck was a lifelong member of St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church in Gresham.

Chuck is survived by his sister, Margaret Hoffman, of Shawano; brother, Gerald (Donna) Ziemer, of Portage, Indiana; and a sister-in-law, Mary Ziemer, of Waupaca.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Roland, Clarence “Jake” and Robert; brother-in-law, Roger Hoffman; and sister-in-law, Rose Ziemer.

Funeral services for Henry will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at St. Francis Solanus Catholic Church in Gresham with the Rev. David Hoffman officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

The family would like to thank Kindred Hearts of Clintonville and ThedaCare Hospice for taking good care of Chuck.

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Gordon Louis “Sonny” Waupoose Jr., 62, of Keshena, passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017, at his home surrounded by his family. Born on April 16, 1955, in Keshena, he was the son of Constance (Grignon) Waupoose and the late Gordon Waupoose, Sr. He graduated from Shawano High School in 1973.

On June 26, 1976, Sonny was united in marriage to Ruth House at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Keshena. He worked as a master electrician for 40 years and was a member of the IBEW Local 158 in Green Bay. Sonny enjoyed playing guitar, hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and was devoted to traditional Menominee ways.

Sonny is survived by his wife of 41 years, Ruth; four children, Alecia (Ethan Webster Sr.) Waupoose, of Keshena, Lauren (Lee) Stoehr, of Keshena, Michael D. (Sheena) Waupoose, of Keshena, and Romaine Waupoose, of Keshena; seven grandchildren, Ethan Jr., Eric, Piper, Kesekaesek, Kateri, Hayden and Cameron. He is further survived by his mother, Constance Waupoose; five siblings, Mary Beth Pecore, David (Jill) Waupoose Sr., Marlin (Jerilyn) Waupoose Sr., Carmella (Herman Peters) Waupoose and Annmarie (Kenneth) Johnson III; brothers-in-law, Preston (Donna) House, Weston House Jr. and Michael House Sr.; special sister-in-law, Dawn (Lamar) Blackbull; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Lily; his father; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Weston “Buddy” and Mildred (Kinney) House Sr.; brother-in-law, Wayne Pecore Jr.; nephew, Marlin Waupoose Jr.; niece, Tricia Pecore; and a great-niece, Starfire Waupoose.

Funeral services for Gordon will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. Francis Zurbano officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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John R. Wozniak Jr., 68, of Shawano, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, Aug. 21, 2017, after a long battle with kidney disease and heart failure. He was born on Jan. 14, 1949, in Elkhorn to the late John R. and Hazel F. (Johnson) Wozniak Sr.

After graduation from high school, John obtained a diploma of certification in small-engine service and repair. He married Alexandria Malecki in June 1972.

John raised his family in Milwaukee and found his calling as a courier. He worked as a courier delivering luggage from the airport for 10 years, and also delivered medication and supplies to hospitals, nursing homes, elders and the disabled all over the state and beyond. He became known as the medicine man courier.

John moved to the Shawano area. He then worked with the Menominee Tribal Transit Division for six years before retiring due to illness.

Survivors include his children, Nicholas J. (Amary Pierce) Wozniak, Patrick (Marie) Tycz and Jackie (David) Kastel; grandchildren, Dominic, Makaylah, Cody, Dillon, Jacob, Jamie and Jennifer; further survived by Karen (Jim) Proesel and their son, Brandon; great-grandchildren, Jayden, Jase, Callum, Nolan, Audrey, one on the way; three sisters, Becky Behnke, Barbara (Mark) Casper and Brenda Wozniak; his dog and best buddie, Zeus; further survived by other relatives and friends.

John was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; one sister and many dear family members and friends.

A celebration of his life will we held at Mark and Barbara Casper’s home on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017, at 1 p.m.

Online condolences welcome at www.PfotenhauerFuneralHome.com.

The family extends a special thank you to all the nurses at Davita Dialysis and all the ICU and CCU nurses on the sixth floor at St. Vincent Hospital.

Eugene R. Martin, 78, of Crivitz, formerly of Clintonville, passed away early Friday morning, Aug. 25, 2017, at his home.

The Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

Michele R. LeBlanc, 50, of Keshena, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday evening, Aug. 21, 2017.

Michele was born on March 11, 1967, in Milwaukee, a daughter of the late Anthony and Patricia (Kaquatosh) Ponfil. She attended school in Milwaukee. Following school she traveled with the carnival.

Michele was an avid reader. She enjoyed bingo, music and crafts. Her true love came from spending time with her family. She collected eagles, dolphins, knickknacks, photos and blankets.

Michele is survived by her sons, Anthony LeBlanc, of Green Bay, and Allen LeBlanc, of South Carolina; her daughter, Marsha Ann LeBlanc, of Keshena; her granddaughter, Patricia Ponfil, of Keshena; her special aunt/sister, Kay Turney, of Shawano; her special nephews, William Sponable and Derrick Thunder; her special nieces, Leah Sponable and Sherry Turney; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Suzette; her sister, Geralynn; and her brother, Anthony.

A memorial Mass for Michele R. LeBlanc will be celebrated on Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit. The Rev. Francis Zurbano will officiate. Visitation will be held at the Menominee Community Center in Neopit from 9 a.m. until the hour of Mass.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Elroy F. Wendt, 88, of Shawano, passed away on Sunday evening, Aug. 27, 2017, at Evergreen Care Center where he had been a resident for the past two weeks.

Funeral service arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements.

Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Joshua R. Pingel, 21, of town of Morris, Shawano County, passed away Sunday morning, Aug. 27, 2017, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in the town of Fairbanks, Shawano County.

Sharon E. Smith, 69, of Shawano, passed away on Saturday morning, Aug. 26, 2017, in Shawano.

Sharon was born on July 19, 1948, in Shawano, a daughter of the late Fred and Muriel (Sell) Bruss. She attended school in Wausau and later graduated from Tigerton High School. Following school she moved to Florida, where she worked for several years. She returned to Shawano, where she provided home health care and child care. Sharon loved to do crossword puzzles, knit and play video games.

She is survived by her brothers, Dale (Carol) Bruss of Dwight, Kansas, and Jeffrey Bruss, of Shawano, and three nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Linda Bruss.

A graveside service for Sharon E. Smith will be held at Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. There will be no public visitation or service.

Mickelson Funeral & Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with arrangements. Please share online condolences at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Genevieve “Jenny” Mary Montez, 89, of Keshena, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2017.

Jenny was born on Jan. 1, 1928, in Keshena to the late Theresa Whitney. On Aug. 11, 1960, she was united in marriage to Pedro “Pete” Montez in Iowa.

Jenny was a spiritual woman who loved music and dancing. Caring, loving, gentle and kind, she never complained or spoke poorly of anyone, and her smile could light up a room.

Jenny loved her family more than anything and cherished the time she was able to spend with her grandchildren. She was a wonderful, wife, mother and grandmother, and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Jenny is survived by her husband of 57 years, Pete; her son, Peter (Linda) Montez, of Menomonee Falls; three grandchildren, Brandon, Nicholas and Isabella; and four sisters, Sara (Terry) Mann, Carol (Ronnie) Skenadore, Clara Dixon and Theresa Stahl. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Melissa, and her mother, Theresa (Whitney) Jeffery.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with the Rev. Francis Zurbano officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 a.m. until the time of the service.

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Mark Steven Heins passed away on Aug. 18.

Mark was born on Aug. 15, 1962, to Myrthon and Karen Heins. He was the oldest of five children. He was united in marriage to Sue Ann Heins (Molik), and together they had three children.

He is survived by his three children, Kathryn McCullough, Stefan Heins and Ryan Heins; his father, Myrthon Heins; his four siblings, Rebecca (Thomas) Rudesill, Joy (Larry) Hoffman, Dawn Heins and Paul Heins; also many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Sue Ann Heins, and his mother, Karen Heins.

He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, hunting and camping, and enjoyed music. Spending time with family was very important to him. He was kind-hearted, resourceful and generous, and had many friends.

He will be missed by all who knew him.

The memorial service will be held at Tilleda Town Hall on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 1-5 p.m. Any questions, call Stefan at 715-254-6711.