Darlene Bayer

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Ruhland.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageDarlene Bayer married Raymond A. Ruhland, son of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl.

Rosalia Hellenbrand

F, b. 15 July 1932, d. 13 August 2022
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationRosalia Hellenbrand was also known as Sally.
Married Name28 November 1950As of 28 November 1950,her married name was Ruhland.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 July 1932Rosalia Hellenbrand was born on 15 July 1932.
Marriage28 November 1950She married Charles A. Ruhland, son of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl, on 28 November 1950.
Death13 August 2022Rosalia Hellenbrand died on 13 August 2022 at age 90.

Child of Rosalia Hellenbrand and Charles A. Ruhland

Bob Heimbecker

M, d. before November 2006
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage28 October 1947Bob Heimbecker married Bernadine A. Ruhland, daughter of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl, on 28 October 1947.
Deathbefore November 2006Bob Heimbecker died before November 2006.

Lorraine A. Ruhland

F, b. 5 January 1936, d. 27 July 2023
Father*John C. Ruhland b. Jun 1887
Mother*Elizabeth Hartl b. Jun 1892
Lorraine Ruhland 1954 senior portrait St Lukes Catholic School, Plain, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name3 October 1959As of 3 October 1959,her married name was Runyan.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 January 1936Lorraine A. Ruhland was born on 5 January 1936 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl.
Marriage3 October 1959Lorraine A. Ruhland married Dean S. Runyan, son of Sidney H. Runyan and Mildred V. Snyder, on 3 October 1959.
Death27 July 2023Lorraine A. Ruhland died on 27 July 2023 at age 87 Lorraine A. (Ruhland) Runyan, age 87, of Spring Green passed away on July 27, 2023 following a brief illness. She was born on January 5, 1936, in Franklin Township the daughter of John and Elizabeth (Hartl) Ruhland. She was married on October 3,1959 to Dean S. Runyan at St. Luke’s in Plain WI. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church.

She worked several jobs over her lifetime including Wisconsin Department of Motor Vehicle, Badger Ordinance, Swiss Colony, Wisconsin Department of Revenue and the Round Barn before settling in with the UW Madison Transportation Services where she retired in 2002. However, she remained on as an LTE working Special Events, parking cars on the UW Madison campus for sporting and other events. She finally retired in 2018 at the age of 82.

She enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s sporting events, football being her favorite. Her wish to become a great grandmother came true when her first great grandson, Grant was born in November 2022. She was a season ticket holder for the UW badgers and attended several Packers games. She never missed the opportunity to have a conversation about her concerns and opinions with the upcoming football season.

Survivors include her children, Deanna (Douglas) Louis of Lone Rock, Denise Runyan of Mt. Horeb, Tyran (Kari) Runyan of Arena. 5 grandchildren, Dana Louis, Danielle (Clay) and Dustin (Mara) Roder, Trae and Jessen Runyan and a great-grandson, Grant Roder; her brother, Ralph (Pat) Ruhland of Sauk City; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dean; her parents, John and Elizabeth Ruhland; siblings and spouses, Sylvester, Amelia, John (Florentine) Alfred (Irene), Bernie (Bob), Ray (Darlene), Elizabeth, Francis (Romana), Rose, Charlie (Sally); and in-laws Kitty (Hank) Ringelstetter, Bonnie (Jack) Hickox as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Spring Green at 11:00 A.M. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at St. John’s Catholic Church from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and again on Thursday at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass.
DateLocationDescription
1954St Luke's Catholic School, Plain, Sauk, WisconsinLorraine A. Ruhland graduated in 1954 at St Luke's Catholic School, Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Dean S. Runyan

M, b. 5 April 1935, d. 28 January 2018
Father*Sidney H. Runyan b. 1 Sep 1900, d. 25 Apr 1977
Mother*Mildred V. Snyder b. 14 Nov 1901, d. 25 Oct 1980
Dean S Runyan
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 April 1935Dean S. Runyan was born on 5 April 1935 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Sidney H. Runyan and Mildred V. Snyder.
Marriage3 October 1959Dean S. Runyan married Lorraine A. Ruhland, daughter of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl, on 3 October 1959.
Death28 January 2018Dean S. Runyan died on 28 January 2018 at age 82 Dean S. Runyan age 82 of Spring Green passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2018 following an extended illness.

He was born on April 5, 1935 in Spring Green the son of Sidney and Mildred (Snyder) Runyan. He was married on October 3, 1959 to the former Lorraine A. Ruhland. He was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church and worked as a mechanic for the DNR for many years until his retirement in July of 1996 to pursue his passion of woodworking.

Dean was an avid talker and self taught himself his entire life, helping his children and grandchildren with many projects and was always willing to give advice.

Survivors include his wife, Lorraine Runyan of Spring Green, 3 children, Deanna (Douglas) Louis of Lone Rock, Denise Runyan and friend Brian Hake of Mt. Horeb, Tyran Runyan and friend Kari Legler of Arena, 5 grandchildren, Dana Louis, Danielle and Dustin Roder, Trae and Jessen Runyan, 3 brothers-in-law, Francis Ruhland, Charles (Sally) Ruhland, Ralph (Pat) Ruhland, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Sidney and Mildred Runyan, 2 sisters and brothers-in-law, Kitty (Hank) Ringelstetter, Bonnie (Jack) Hickox, 4 brothers-in-law and 4 sisters-in-law.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 2, 2018 at 11:30 A.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Spring Green. Fr. John Silva will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at St. John’s Catholic Church from 5:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. and again on Friday at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass.

The Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home in Spring Green is assisting the family with the arrangements.

David John Ruhland

M, b. 1948, d. 1952
Father*John Henry Ruhland Jr. b. 13 Jul 1915, d. 20 Nov 2006
Mother*Florentine T. Heiser b. 21 Oct 1920, d. 13 Mar 2015
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1948David John Ruhland was born in 1948.
He was the son of John Henry Ruhland Jr. and Florentine T. Heiser.
Death1952David John Ruhland died in 1952.

Rose Ruhland

F, d. before December 2003
Father*John C. Ruhland b. Jun 1887
Mother*Elizabeth Hartl b. Jun 1892
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationRose Ruhland was also known as Mary.
Life EventDateDescription
Rose Ruhland was the daughter of John C. Ruhland and Elizabeth Hartl.
Deathbefore December 2003Rose Ruhland died before December 2003.

Sidney H. Runyan

M, b. 1 September 1900, d. 25 April 1977
Father*Harry Arthur Runyan b. 31 Mar 1865, d. 18 Oct 1933
Mother*Lillian Ione Hood b. 1873, d. 27 Aug 1950
Sidney Runyan 1965 staff at River Valley High School, Spring Green, Sauk, WI
Sidney Runyan 1964 staff at River Valley High School, Spring Green, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSidney H. Runyan married Mildred V. Snyder.
Birth1 September 1900Sidney H. Runyan was born on 1 September 1900 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Harry Arthur Runyan and Lillian Ione Hood.
Death25 April 1977Sidney H. Runyan died on 25 April 1977 at Wisconsin at age 76.
Burialafter 25 April 1977He was buried after 25 April 1977 at Spring Green Cemetery, Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinSidney H. Runyan was listed as a son in Harry Arthur Runyan's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Sidney H. Runyan and Mildred V. Snyder

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T624_1737; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 0126; FHL microfilm: 1375750.

Mildred V. Snyder

F, b. 14 November 1901, d. 25 October 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Runyan.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMildred V. Snyder married Sidney H. Runyan, son of Harry Arthur Runyan and Lillian Ione Hood.
Birth14 November 1901Mildred V. Snyder was born on 14 November 1901.
Death25 October 1980She died on 25 October 1980 at age 78.
Burialafter 25 October 1980She was buried after 25 October 1980 at Spring Green Cemetery, Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Children of Mildred V. Snyder and Sidney H. Runyan

Bonita Ann Runyan

F, b. 5 December 1928, d. 29 July 1997
Father*Sidney H. Runyan b. 1 Sep 1900, d. 25 Apr 1977
Mother*Mildred V. Snyder b. 14 Nov 1901, d. 25 Oct 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationBonita Ann Runyan was also known as Bonnie.
Married NameHer married name was Hickcox.
Married NameHer married name was Hickox.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageBonita Ann Runyan married Marvin J. Hickcox.
Birth5 December 1928Bonita Ann Runyan was born on 5 December 1928 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Sidney H. Runyan and Mildred V. Snyder.
Death29 July 1997Bonita Ann Runyan died on 29 July 1997 at Pinellas, Florida, at age 68.
Burialafter 29 July 1997She was buried after 29 July 1997 at Serenity Gardens Memorial Park, Largo, Pinellas, Florida.

Marvin J. Hickcox

M, b. 1929, d. 1988
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMarvin J. Hickcox was also known as Jack.
Name VariationMarvin J. Hickcox was also known as Hickox.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMarvin J. Hickcox married Bonita Ann Runyan, daughter of Sidney H. Runyan and Mildred V. Snyder.
Birth1929Marvin J. Hickcox was born in 1929.
Burial1988He was buried in 1988 at Serenity Gardens Memorial Park, Largo, Pinellas, Florida.
Death1988He died in 1988.

Mary Lou Haas

F, b. 9 October 1954, d. 21 November 2012
Father*LaVerne J. Haas b. 23 Jun 1927, d. 14 Aug 2009
Mother*Luella Lucy Bauer b. 20 Sep 1933, d. 21 Jan 2008
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 October 1954Mary Lou Haas was born on 9 October 1954.
She was the daughter of LaVerne J. Haas and Luella Lucy Bauer.
Death21 November 2012Mary Lou Haas died on 21 November 2012 at age 58 Mary Lou Haas, age 58, went home to Jesus on Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2012. She was born on Oct. 9, 1954, in Plain, (Sauk County, WI) the daughter of LaVerne and Luella (Bauer) Haas. A hairdresser for thirty years, she also worked at St. Vincent de Paul, Langdon dorms, and UW Hospital food service. Mary Lou loved shopping at St. Vinnie’s, meeting people, as well as baking and crocheting. She loved to make joy her aim. Mary Lou was an active member of Madison Catholic Charismatic Renewal. Mary Lou is survived by her siblings, Gary, Mike, Bob (Laurie), Dennis, Theresa, Julie (Kent) Prather, and David (Wendy); along with two nieces, Montana and Mikayla; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held at ST. PATRICK’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 404 E. Main St., Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec . 1, 2012, with Monsignor Kevin Holmes presiding. Burial will be held at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of service.

Dennis Haas

M, b. 3 March 1961, d. 16 April 2016
Father*LaVerne J. Haas b. 23 Jun 1927, d. 14 Aug 2009
Mother*Luella Lucy Bauer b. 20 Sep 1933, d. 21 Jan 2008
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 March 1961Dennis Haas was born on 3 March 1961.
He was the son of LaVerne J. Haas and Luella Lucy Bauer.
Death16 April 2016Dennis Haas died on 16 April 2016 at age 55 Dennis J. Haas, age 55, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 16, 2016. Dennis was born March 3, 1961 to LaVerne and Luella (Bauer) Haas. He graduated from River Valley High School in 1979. Shortly after graduation he enlisted in the military; serving in both the Army and Marines. Dennis was an active member in both, American Legion Post 494 in Caledonia; where he proudly held the position of Adjutant, and American Legion Post 398 in Plain. He enjoyed spending time with his family, relatives, and friends. Had many interests, but the one he looked forward to every year was registering those deer at I-Diehl Tap. He will always be remembered for his “goofy” jokes, his game of euchre, but mostly for his big heart and generous spirit. Dennis is survived by, his brothers, Gary, Mike, Bob (Laurie), and David (Wendy), along with his sisters, Theresa and Julie (Kent). He is further survived by his two special nieces, Montana and Mikayla, and many other relatives and close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents LaVerne (Butch) and Luella Haas, a sister Mary Lou, his Grandparents, and many relatives. A Mass in Memory of Dennis will be held, Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 11:00 A.M., at the St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Plain, Wisconsin. Visitation will be at the church starting at 10:00 A.M., until the time of service. Father Mike Resop will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Hey Denny, your shoes are tied! Online condolences available at www.staffordfuneralhomes.com. The Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home in Spring Green is assisting the family with arrangements.

Francis A. Ruhland

M, b. 26 October 1926, d. 8 April 2002
Father*Simon J. Ruhland b. 28 May 1893, d. 29 Jun 1964
Mother*Christina Schwartz b. 17 Aug 1891, d. 1982
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageFrancis A. Ruhland married Rita M. Haas, daughter of Ludwig L. Haas and Esther M. Ruhland.
Birth26 October 1926Francis A. Ruhland was born on 26 October 1926 at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Simon J. Ruhland and Christina Schwartz.
Death8 April 2002Francis A. Ruhland died on 8 April 2002 at age 75 Francis A Ruhland obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal April 11, 2002 - Francis A Ruhland obituary
DateLocationDescription
9 June 1943first marriage for herFrancis A. Ruhland was the best man at the wedding of Harold J. Ruhland and Cecilia Catherine Brickl on 9 June 1943 at first marriage for her; Cecilia Brickl and Harold Ruhland marriage announcement.

Child of Francis A. Ruhland and Rita M. Haas

Emie Burmeister

M, d. before August 2009
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEmie Burmeister was also known as Ernie.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageEmie Burmeister married Lorraine Haas, daughter of Ludwig L. Haas and Esther M. Ruhland.
Deathbefore August 2009Emie Burmeister died before August 2009.

Margaret Haas

F, d. before August 2009
Father*Ludwig L. Haas b. 1 Jun 1896, d. 6 May 1990
Mother*Esther M. Ruhland b. 8 Jul 1907, d. 17 Mar 1967
Life EventDateDescription
Margaret Haas was the daughter of Ludwig L. Haas and Esther M. Ruhland.
Deathbefore August 2009Margaret Haas died before August 2009.

Sylvester George Heiser

M, b. 6 February 1909, d. 23 November 1988
Father*Jacob Heiser b. Jul 1866, d. 1934
Mother*Elizabeth Liegel b. Sep 1866, d. 8 Feb 1930
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 February 1909Sylvester George Heiser was born on 6 February 1909 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Jacob Heiser and Elizabeth Liegel.
Marriage1928Sylvester George Heiser married Grace Anna Gruber, daughter of Alois Joseph Gruber and Josephine Hartl, in 1928.
Sylvester G Heiser - Grace A Gruber marriage license 07 May 1928 The Capital Times (Madison, WI)
Death23 November 1988Sylvester George Heiser died on 23 November 1988 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 79 Sylvester George Heiser obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal November 24, 1988 - Sylvester George Heiser obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
12 May 1910Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinSylvester George Heiser was listed as a son in Jacob Heiser's household on the 1910 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
27 January 1920Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinSylvester George Heiser was listed as a son in Jacob Heiser's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; household includes granddaughter Marie Welch, age 8 months.2
23 May 1930Plain, Sauk, WisconsinSylvester George Heiser was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin, household also includes unmarried aunt Kathryn Heiser, age 66.3

Child of Sylvester George Heiser and Grace Anna Gruber

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T624_1736; Page: 12B; Enumeration District: 115; Image: 904.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T625_2015; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 164; Image: 94.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 26; Image: 281.0.

Dr. Ralph Alois Heiser DDS

M, b. 2 October 1929, d. 11 April 1996
Father*Sylvester George Heiser b. 6 Feb 1909, d. 23 Nov 1988
Mother*Grace Anna Gruber b. 20 Jul 1902, d. 7 Jun 1977
Ralph Heiser 1949 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 October 1929Dr. Ralph Alois Heiser DDS was born on 2 October 1929 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Sylvester George Heiser and Grace Anna Gruber.
Death11 April 1996Dr. Ralph Alois Heiser DDS died on 11 April 1996 at age 66 Ralph Alois Heiser obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal May 2, 1996 - Ralph Alois Heiser obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
23 May 1930Plain, Sauk, WisconsinDr. Ralph Alois Heiser DDS was listed as a son in Sylvester George Heiser's household on the 1930 Census at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; household also includes unmarried aunt Kathryn Heiser, age 66.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 26; Image: 281.0.

Leonard Heiser

M, b. circa 1905, d. 17 March 1968
Father*Jacob Heiser b. Jul 1866, d. 1934
Mother*Elizabeth Liegel b. Sep 1866, d. 8 Feb 1930
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1905Leonard Heiser was born circa 1905 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Jacob Heiser and Elizabeth Liegel.
Marriage10 July 1933Leonard Heiser married Hilda M. Gruber, daughter of Alois Joseph Gruber and Josephine Hartl, on 10 July 1933.
Death17 March 1968Leonard Heiser died on 17 March 1968.
Census DateLocationDescription
12 May 1910Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinLeonard Heiser was listed as a son in Jacob Heiser's household on the 1910 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
27 January 1920Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinLeonard Heiser was listed as a son in Jacob Heiser's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; household includes granddaughter Marie Welch, age 8 months.2
23 May 1930Plain, Sauk, WisconsinLeonard Heiser was listed as a brother in Sylvester George Heiser's household on the 1930 Census at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; household also includes unmarried aunt Kathryn Heiser, age 66.3

Child of Leonard Heiser and Hilda M. Gruber

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T624_1736; Page: 12B; Enumeration District: 115; Image: 904.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T625_2015; Page: 13A; Enumeration District: 164; Image: 94.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 26; Image: 281.0.