Charles W. Fuhrman

M, b. 22 September 1950, d. 23 December 2020
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationCharles W. Fuhrman was also known as Chuck.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 September 1950Charles W. Fuhrman was born on 22 September 1950 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Death23 December 2020He died on 23 December 2020 at age 70 Charles W. “Chuck” Fuhrman, age 70, of Reedsburg, died peacefully on Wednesday evening, December 23, 2020 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 22, 1950 in Reedsburg, the son of Edgar “Eggs” and Doris (Greenwood) Fuhrman. Chuck was a 1968 graduate of Webb High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marines serving during the Vietnam War. On September 18, 1971, he was married to the former Pauline H. Fargen. Chuck worked at Wisconsin Dairies for thirty-three years until his retirement. He enjoyed collecting trains, antiques and coins. He also enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, cooking, baking, coaching little league and spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife: Pauline; three children: Tara (Scott) Fuhrman-Schmirler; Trisha (Tom) Gardner and Craig Fuhrman, all of Reedsburg; seven grandchildren: Tanner, Joshua, Jeremiah, Leeland, Jackson, Vanessa and Natalie; two sisters: Donna Hahn, of Loganville and Lynn Peterson, of Reedsburg; one brother: Billy Fuhrman, of Loganville; other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother: Larry; and a good friend: Eugene Mihlbauer (E.P.)

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg with Chaplain Mike Amberg officiating. Military honors will follow the service conducted by the Reedsburg Area Veterans Honor Guard. There will be a visitation from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at the funeral home. Face masks and social distancing will be followed. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Fisher House Wisconsin would be appreciated.

Special thanks to SSM Health at Home Hospice staff, the staff of the Veterans Hospital and St. Mary’s Hospital for the care given Chuck and his family.

The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Evelyn Anne Koenecke

F, b. 19 March 1933, d. 5 November 2020
Father*Walter H. Koenecke b. 16 May 1889, d. 4 Aug 1973
Mother*Esther A. Gundlach b. 6 Oct 1896, d. 9 Mar 1984
Evelyn A Koenecke - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1 December 1951As of 1 December 1951,her married name was Skinner.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 March 1933Evelyn Anne Koenecke was born on 19 March 1933 at Exelsior, Sauk, Wisconsin, also reported as March 18, 1933.
She was the daughter of Walter H. Koenecke and Esther A. Gundlach.
Baptism18 June 1933Evelyn Anne Koenecke was baptized on 18 June 1933 at St John Lutheran Church, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage1 December 1951She married William L. Skinner on 1 December 1951.
Death5 November 2020Evelyn Anne Koenecke died on 5 November 2020 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 87 Evelyn Anne Skinner, age 87, of Reedsburg, passed away after a long struggle with her health Thursday morning, November 5, 2020, at the Sauk County Health Care Center. She was born on March 18, 1933, in Excelsior Township near Reedsburg, the daughter of Walter and Esther (Gundlach) Koenecke. Evelyn was a 1950 graduate of Reedsburg High School. On December 1, 1951, she was united in marriage to her beloved husband, William (Bill) L. Skinner. Prior to her marriage, she started her 52-year career in the trucking industry by working in the office for Earl Skinner, Bill's father. Through the 70s, 80s, and into the 90s, Evelyn, Bill, and brother-in-law Richard built Skinner Transfer Corp into one of the most respected and recognizable trucking companies in the Midwest. Evelyn became President of Skinner Transfer Corp in 1994 upon the death of Bill. She served on the Wisconsin Motor Carriers Association board for 12 years, serving a term as Chairwoman, and is a Babbit Award recipient, awarded for extinguished service to the community and the trucking industry. She was the first woman to do both. Evelyn was very proud of her career in an industry that served the nation.
She was an active church member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church. Evelyn taught Sunday School, sang in the choir, participated in many fundraising events, and was the first woman to serve on the Church Council. She was one of the founding members of the Reedsburg Butter Festival Committee and served in several capacities. Evelyn was an active volunteer and supporter of the Reedsburg United Fund Radio Auction, an enthusiastic supporter of the CAL Center, and many other worthy organizations in Reedsburg.
She was an avid Green Bay Packers and Wisconsin Badgers fan and loyally followed the teams.
Evelyn's greatest joy was being a part of her Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren's lives. She enjoyed watching them in their various pursuits Rodeo, Hockey, and the Arts, and cheered them on enthusiastically. Seeing them grow into adulthood to become wonderful and successful people made her very proud.
Evelyn was a strong, determined, and forward-thinking woman who led by example. There was never a job too large or too small that she would not tackle. Evelyn touched countless lives with her endless love, support, and strength. Her legacy of kindness will live on in those who knew her.
Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: Steven and Yvonne Skinner, of Reedsburg; five grandchildren: Bill (Jodi) Skinner of Reedsburg, Travis (Jennifer) Skinner of Reedsburg, Lindsey (Adam) Kaney of Reedsburg, Courtney (Jason) van der Kooy of Oconomowoc, and Whitney (Chance) Locken of Reedsburg; sister: Gloria Crawford of Reedsburg; brother-in-law: Richard (Audrey) Skinner of Reedsburg; two sisters-in-law: Joynelle Skinner of Reedsburg and LaVonne Koenecke, of Reedsburg; great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews; other relatives and a host of friends. Evelyn was preceded in death by her husband: Bill; her sister: LaVerne Phelan; her two brothers: James and Kenneth Koenecke; an infant sister: Ruby Koenecke; and two brothers-in-law: Tom Crawford and Herbert Phelan.
A private family funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Those wishing may watch the service via livestream at St. John Lutheran Church Facebook page. Interment will be in St. John's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and between 10:00 AM and 11:00 AM before the service on Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Due to COVID-19 guidelines, social distancing and face masks are required.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial gifts be made to Reedsburg Area United Fund.
The Hoof Funeral Home of Reedsburg is serving the family.

William L. Skinner

M, b. 8 January 1932, d. 3 February 1994
William (Bill) Skinner 1949 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWilliam L. Skinner was also known as Bill.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 January 1932William L. Skinner was born on 8 January 1932.
Marriage1 December 1951He married Evelyn Anne Koenecke, daughter of Walter H. Koenecke and Esther A. Gundlach, on 1 December 1951.
Death3 February 1994William L. Skinner died on 3 February 1994 at age 62.
DateLocationDescription
1949Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinWilliam L. Skinner graduated in 1949 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Tom Crawford

M, d. before 2012
Life EventDateDescription
Deathbefore 2012Tom Crawford died before 2012.

Herbert Phelan

M, d. before 2012
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHerbert Phelan married LaVerne Geraldine Koenecke, daughter of Walter H. Koenecke and Esther A. Gundlach.
Deathbefore 2012Herbert Phelan died before 2012.

Ruby Mary Koenecke

F, b. 17 April 1923, d. 1924
Father*Walter H. Koenecke b. 16 May 1889, d. 4 Aug 1973
Mother*Esther A. Gundlach b. 6 Oct 1896, d. 9 Mar 1984
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 April 1923Ruby Mary Koenecke was born on 17 April 1923 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Walter H. Koenecke and Esther A. Gundlach.
Baptism10 June 1923Ruby Mary Koenecke was baptized on 10 June 1923 at St John Lutheran Church, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Death1924She died in 1924 at died in infancy.

Frances A. Brown

F, b. 10 July 1926, d. 18 March 2012
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name4 November 1946As of 4 November 1946,her married name was Decot.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 July 1926Frances A. Brown was born on 10 July 1926.
She was the daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
Marriage4 November 1946Frances A. Brown married Donald Frank Decot, son of Frank H. Decot and Blanche W. Schilling, on 4 November 1946.
Death18 March 2012Frances A. Brown died on 18 March 2012 at age 85 Frances A. Decot, age 85, formerly of LaValle, died on Sunday, March 18, 2012 in the Reedsburg Area Senior Life Center. She was born on July 10, 1926 in Bloom City, the daughter of Clark and Mary (Anderson) Brown. On November 4, 1946, she was married to Donald F. Decot. Fran was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in LaValle. She enjoyed crocheting and square dancing. Survivors include four children: Diane (Tom) Disch, of Greendale; Joseph (Shirley) Decot, of Cazenovia; Jean (Al) Harrison, of LaValle and Steve (Darnella) Decot, of Greenwood, IN; twelve grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; one sister: Marjorie (Ervin) Welch, of Elkhorn; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald, on May 27, 1995; two sisters: Wilma Carter and Norma Sutherland; two brothers: Lindford Brown and Orie Brown along with two infant brothers. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, March 21, 2012 at Holy Family Catholic Church in LaValle with Father Lorin Bowens officiating. Interment will be in Oak Lawn Cemetery in LaValle. There will be a visitation from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Clark Brown

M
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationClark Brown was also known as Orie.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageClark Brown married Mary Anderson.

Children of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson

Mary Anderson

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMary Anderson was also known as Mamie.
Married NameHer married name was Brown.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMary Anderson married Clark Brown.

Children of Mary Anderson and Clark Brown

Marjorie Brown

F
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMarjorie Brown was also known as Marge.
Married NameHer married name was Welch.
Life EventDateDescription
Marjorie Brown was the daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
MarriageMarjorie Brown married Ervin Welch.

Ervin Welch

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageErvin Welch married Marjorie Brown, daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.

Wilma H. Brown

F, b. 30 December 1916, d. 18 March 2005
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name3 May 1934As of 3 May 1934,her married name was Carter.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 December 1916Wilma H. Brown was born on 30 December 1916 at Viola, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
Marriage3 May 1934Wilma H. Brown married Robert A. Carter on 3 May 1934.
Death18 March 2005Wilma H. Brown died on 18 March 2005 at age 88 Wilma (Brown) Carter obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal March 20, 2005 - Wilma (Brown) Carter obituary

Robert A. Carter

M, d. 2 October 1985
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage3 May 1934Robert A. Carter married Wilma H. Brown, daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson, on 3 May 1934.
Death2 October 1985Robert A. Carter died on 2 October 1985.

Norma Brown

F, d. before 2005
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Sutherland.
Life EventDateDescription
Norma Brown was the daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
MarriageNorma Brown married (?) Sutherland.
Deathbefore 2005Norma Brown died before 2005.

(?) Sutherland

M
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage(?) Sutherland married Norma Brown, daughter of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.

Lindford Brown

M, d. before 2005
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLindford Brown was also known as Lindy.
Life EventDateDescription
Lindford Brown was the son of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
Deathbefore 2005Lindford Brown died before 2005.

Orie Brown

M, d. before 2005
Father*Clark Brown
Mother*Mary Anderson
Life EventDateDescription
Orie Brown was the son of Clark Brown and Mary Anderson.
Deathbefore 2005Orie Brown died before 2005.