Delores A. Dalsing

F, b. 21 February 1916, d. 30 July 1943
Father*Andrew Edward Dalsing b. 1889, d. 29 Jun 1972
Mother*Louisa Mary Kaiser b. 1 Jun 1892, d. 31 Dec 1985
Charts
John B. Richard Descendants Chart
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationDelores A. Dalsing was also known as Dolores A.
Married Name23 April 1940As of 23 April 1940,her married name was Brandt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 February 1916Delores A. Dalsing was born on 21 February 1916.
She was the daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.
Marriage23 April 1940Delores A. Dalsing married Donald L. Brandt, son of Sylvester Joseph Brandt and Mary Susan Duve, on 23 April 1940.
Death30 July 1943Delores A. Dalsing died on 30 July 1943 at age 27 Dolores (Dalsing) Brandt obituary.
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin) 05 Aug 1943 - Dolores (Dalsing) Brandt obituary
Burialafter 30 July 1943She was buried after 30 July 1943 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Elaine C. Dalsing

F, b. 6 August 1925, d. 10 January 1999
Father*George Dalsing b. 18 Nov 1892, d. 12 Dec 1967
Mother*Sophie M. Fransen b. 1895, d. 1976
Charts
John B. Richard Descendants Chart
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name2 October 1945As of 2 October 1945,her married name was Brandt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 August 1925Elaine C. Dalsing was born on 6 August 1925.
She was the daughter of George Dalsing and Sophie M. Fransen.
Marriage2 October 1945Elaine C. Dalsing married Donald L. Brandt, son of Sylvester Joseph Brandt and Mary Susan Duve, on 2 October 1945 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin, Elaine Dalsing and Donald L Brandt marriage announcement.
Dubuque Telegraph Herald October 2, 1945 - Elaine Dalsing and Donald L Brandt marriage announcement
Death10 January 1999Elaine C. Dalsing died on 10 January 1999 at age 73.
Burialafter 10 January 1999She was buried after 10 January 1999 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Children of Elaine C. Dalsing and Donald L. Brandt

Janice Kay Brandt

F, b. 1956, d. 18 December 1959
Father*Donald L. Brandt b. 29 Sep 1915, d. 21 Jan 2013
Mother*Elaine C. Dalsing b. 6 Aug 1925, d. 10 Jan 1999
Charts
John B. Richard Descendants Chart
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1956Janice Kay Brandt was born in 1956.
She was the daughter of Donald L. Brandt and Elaine C. Dalsing.
Death18 December 1959Janice Kay Brandt died on 18 December 1959.

Pearl K. Schmitz

F, b. 22 April 1921, d. 23 September 2011
Father*Joseph H. Schmitz b. 14 Aug 1880, d. 16 Oct 1955
Mother*Elizabeth B. Wallenhorst b. 31 Aug 1883, d. 8 Apr 1971
Charts
John B. Richard Descendants Chart
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 August 1942As of 26 August 1942,her married name was Brandt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 April 1921Pearl K. Schmitz was born on 22 April 1921 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph H. Schmitz and Elizabeth B. Wallenhorst.
Marriage26 August 1942Pearl K. Schmitz married Karl B. Brandt, son of Sylvester Joseph Brandt and Mary Susan Duve, on 26 August 1942.
Death23 September 2011Pearl K. Schmitz died on 23 September 2011 at Wisconsin at age 90 Pearl K. Brandt, 90, of Hudson, formerly of Tennyson, passed away peacefully Friday, Sept. 23, 2011, at Pine Ridge Assisted Living Apartments, Hudson.

Services will be at noon Thursday, Sept. 29, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Tennyson, with the Rev. Richard Leffler officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call after 10 a.m. Thursday at the church. Martin Funeral Home, Potosi, is in charge of arrangements.

She was born on April 22, 1921, in Tennyson, daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Schmitz. She was a 1939 graduate of St. Andrew High School in Tennyson.

She married Karl Brandt on Aug. 26, 1942, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Coupeville, Wash. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary shortly before his death on Sept. 10, 2002.

Pearl was a selfless person who always put others' needs ahead of her own. She took pride in keeping a comfortable and welcoming home along with serving delicious meals and desserts. Her pies and sweet rolls were only two of her many specialties. She loved spending time laughing with family and friends while enjoying a good game of cards. Pearl drew strength and comfort from her faith. She was a devoted Catholic whose rosary beads were never far from her.

Surviving are her four children, Sue (Richard) Benson, of East Moline, Ill., Dennis (Brenda) Brandt, of Onalaska, Bonnie (Rand) Sortland, of Hudson, and Ron (Cindy) Brandt, of Lancaster; a sister, Viola Steiger; three sisters-in-law, Sylvia, Celine and Babe; a brother-in-law, Donald; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She also was preceded in death by her parents; two sons, James and Jerry; a grandson, Rick; four brothers, Maynard, Orville, Leo and Leroy; and a sister, Hilda.

Child of Pearl K. Schmitz and Karl B. Brandt

Andrew Edward Dalsing

M, b. 1889, d. 29 June 1972
Father*Frank Dalsing b. 1861, d. 1925
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAndrew Edward Dalsing married Louisa Mary Kaiser, daughter of Joseph Kaiser and Christina Leinen.
Birth1889Andrew Edward Dalsing was born in 1889 at Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Frank Dalsing.
Death29 June 1972Andrew Edward Dalsing died on 29 June 1972 at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin, Andrew Edward Dalsing obituary.
Dubuque Telegraph Herald June 29, 1972 - Andrew Edward Dalsing obituary
Burialafter 29 June 1972He was buried after 29 June 1972 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Children of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser

Louisa Mary Kaiser

F, b. 1 June 1892, d. 31 December 1985
Father*Joseph Kaiser b. 11 Nov 1854, d. 1 Oct 1893
Mother*Christina Leinen b. 3 Apr 1860, d. 6 Mar 1940
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLouisa Mary Kaiser was also known as Louisa Fransen surname of step-father.
Name VariationLouisa Mary Kaiser was also known as Louise.
Married NameHer married name was Dalsing.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLouisa Mary Kaiser married Andrew Edward Dalsing, son of Frank Dalsing.
Birth1 June 1892Louisa Mary Kaiser was born on 1 June 1892 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Kaiser and Christina Leinen.
Death31 December 1985Louisa Mary Kaiser died on 31 December 1985 at age 93.
Burialafter 31 December 1985She was buried after 31 December 1985 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Children of Louisa Mary Kaiser and Andrew Edward Dalsing

George Dalsing

M, b. 18 November 1892, d. 12 December 1967
Father*Herman Phillip Dalsing b. 18 Oct 1856, d. 28 Dec 1936
Mother*Mary Hanfelt b. 1857, d. 20 Jun 1930
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageGeorge Dalsing married Sophie M. Fransen, daughter of Anton Fransen and Christina Leinen.
Birth18 November 1892George Dalsing was born on 18 November 1892 at Jamestown, Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Herman Phillip Dalsing and Mary Hanfelt.
Death12 December 1967George Dalsing died on 12 December 1967 at age 75 George Dalsing obituary.
Dubuque Telegraph Herald December 13, 1967 - George Dalsing obituary
Burialafter 12 December 1967He was buried after 12 December 1967 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
DateLocationDescription
14 January 1936George Dalsing witnessed the death of Herbert J. Klaas on 14 January 1936; Herbert Klaas killed on sled, hit by car driven by George Dalsing.

Children of George Dalsing and Sophie M. Fransen

Sophie M. Fransen

F, b. 1895, d. 1976
Father*Anton Fransen b. Sep 1861, d. 4 Nov 1913
Mother*Christina Leinen b. 3 Apr 1860, d. 6 Mar 1940
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Dalsing.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSophie M. Fransen married George Dalsing, son of Herman Phillip Dalsing and Mary Hanfelt.
Birth1895Sophie M. Fransen was born in 1895.
She was the daughter of Anton Fransen and Christina Leinen.
Burial1976Sophie M. Fransen was buried in 1976 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death1976She died in 1976.

Children of Sophie M. Fransen and George Dalsing

Myrtle Dalsing

F, b. 1918, d. 1980
Father*Andrew Edward Dalsing b. 1889, d. 29 Jun 1972
Mother*Louisa Mary Kaiser b. 1 Jun 1892, d. 31 Dec 1985
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Weber.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMyrtle Dalsing married Art Weber.
Birth1918Myrtle Dalsing was born in 1918 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.
Death1980Myrtle Dalsing died in 1980.

Child of Myrtle Dalsing and Art Weber

Art Weber

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageArt Weber married Myrtle Dalsing, daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.

Child of Art Weber and Myrtle Dalsing

Almira Dalsing

F, b. 1922, d. 1989
Father*Andrew Edward Dalsing b. 1889, d. 29 Jun 1972
Mother*Louisa Mary Kaiser b. 1 Jun 1892, d. 31 Dec 1985
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Weber.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAlmira Dalsing married Harold Weber.
Birth1922Almira Dalsing was born in 1922 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.
Death1989Almira Dalsing died in 1989.

Harold Weber

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHarold Weber married Almira Dalsing, daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.

Marie H. Dalsing

F, b. 5 April 1927, d. 11 June 1994
Father*Andrew Edward Dalsing b. 1889, d. 29 Jun 1972
Mother*Louisa Mary Kaiser b. 1 Jun 1892, d. 31 Dec 1985
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 August 1948As of 25 August 1948,her married name was Bechen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 April 1927Marie H. Dalsing was born on 5 April 1927 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser.
Marriage25 August 1948Marie H. Dalsing married Merlin F. Bechen on 25 August 1948 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death11 June 1994Marie H. Dalsing died on 11 June 1994 at age 67.
Burialafter 11 June 1994She was buried after 11 June 1994 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Merlin F. Bechen

M, b. 19 April 1919, d. 3 April 1992
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 April 1919Merlin F. Bechen was born on 19 April 1919.
Marriage25 August 1948He married Marie H. Dalsing, daughter of Andrew Edward Dalsing and Louisa Mary Kaiser, on 25 August 1948 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death3 April 1992Merlin F. Bechen died on 3 April 1992 at age 72.
Burialafter 3 April 1992He was buried after 3 April 1992 at Immaculate Conception Church Cemetery, Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.

Lowell Kahle

M, b. 10 January 1931, d. 28 November 2011
Father*Bernard J. Kahle b. 1903, d. 1964
Mother*Mabel M. Vogt b. 1904, d. 1965
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 January 1931Lowell Kahle was born on 10 January 1931 at Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa.
He was the son of Bernard J. Kahle and Mabel M. Vogt.
Death28 November 2011Lowell Kahle died on 28 November 2011 at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin, at age 80.

Elmer Schaefer

M, b. before 1932, d. before 2013
Life EventDateDescription
Birthbefore 1932Elmer Schaefer was born before 1932.
Deathbefore 2013He died before 2013.

Louise McWilliams

F, d. 23 February 2001
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 September 1975As of 25 September 1975,her married name was Rupp.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage25 September 1975Louise McWilliams married Leonard Joseph Rupp, son of Peter Bernard Rupp Jr. and Odelia Antonette Wiest, on 25 September 1975.
Death23 February 2001Louise McWilliams died on 23 February 2001.

Raymond Sylvester Lange

M, b. 23 August 1923, d. 3 September 2007
Father*Joseph Henry Lange b. 26 Jul 1896, d. b 1948
Mother*Mary Agnes Wiegman b. Jan 1900, d. Mar 1963
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 August 1923Raymond Sylvester Lange was born on 23 August 1923 at Hazel Green, Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Henry Lange and Mary Agnes Wiegman.
Marriage26 October 1949Raymond Sylvester Lange married Marion F. Ramaker on 26 October 1949.
Death3 September 2007Raymond Sylvester Lange died on 3 September 2007 at age 84.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940Hazel Green, Grant, WisconsinRaymond Sylvester Lange was listed as a son in Joseph Henry Lange's household on the 1940 Census at Hazel Green, Grant, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: Hazel Green, Grant, Wisconsin; Roll: m-t0627-04481; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 22-18.

Harold J. Lange

M, b. 9 February 1921, d. 17 November 2008
Father*Joseph Henry Lange b. 26 Jul 1896, d. b 1948
Mother*Mary Agnes Wiegman b. Jan 1900, d. Mar 1963
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationHarold J. Lange was also known as Harry.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 February 1921Harold J. Lange was born on 9 February 1921 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Henry Lange and Mary Agnes Wiegman.
Death17 November 2008Harold J. Lange died on 17 November 2008 at age 87.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940Hazel Green, Grant, WisconsinHarold J. Lange was listed as a son in Joseph Henry Lange's household on the 1940 Census at Hazel Green, Grant, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: Hazel Green, Grant, Wisconsin; Roll: m-t0627-04481; Page: 6A; Enumeration District: 22-18.

Arthur J. Splinter

M, b. 2 September 1948, d. 13 January 2001
Father*Frank John Splinter b. 3 May 1906, d. 6 Jul 1980
Mother*Helen Imelda McComish b. 23 Sep 1912, d. 26 Oct 1991
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 September 1948Arthur J. Splinter was born on 2 September 1948.
He was the son of Frank John Splinter and Helen Imelda McComish.
Death13 January 2001Arthur J. Splinter died on 13 January 2001 at age 52.

Mildred Michels

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Kreul.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMildred Michels married Harold Kreul, son of George W. Kreul and Margareth J. Bindl.

Madonna Celesta Schroeder

F, b. 12 November 1935, d. 22 February 2009
Father*Arthur Edward Schroeder b. 25 Jul 1903, d. 27 Nov 1990
Mother*Emeline Agnes Kieler b. 29 Jun 1910, d. 5 Mar 1986
Madonna Celesta (Schroeder) Bowden
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name15 August 1953As of 15 August 1953,her married name was Bowden.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 November 1935Madonna Celesta Schroeder was born on 12 November 1935 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler.
Marriage15 August 1953Madonna Celesta Schroeder married Truman Arthur Bowden on 15 August 1953 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death22 February 2009Madonna Celesta Schroeder died on 22 February 2009 at age 73 Madonna was born on November 12, 1935, in Kieler, Wisconsin, the daughter of Arthur and Emeline (Kieler) Schroeder. She married Truman Arthur Bowden on August 15, 1953, also in Kieler. They were married for fifty-six years, and their love gave them seven children.

Survivors include her husband, Truman, of Cuba City; three daughters, Sandra (Bob) Brownell and Linda (Jim) Jegerlehner, both of Dubuque, and Peggy (Gregg) Kelly, of Cuba City; four sons, Arthur T. Bowden, of Cuba City, Robert J. (Belinda) Bowden, of Lakewood, Washington, James J. (Melody) Bowden, of Dubuque, and William D. (Kelly) Bowden, of Baraboo, Wisconsin; four sisters, Betty Rose Dent, of Cuba City, Rita Jane (Jack) Tracy and Linda Lou Kieffer, both of Kieler, and Audrey (Aaron) Digman, of Monroe, Wisconsin; a sister-in-law, Tokiko Schroeder, of Cuba City; and sixteen grandchildren, Travis Brownell, Matt and Ann Jegerlehner, Blaire and Chase Bowden, Kerry, Patrick, and Katie Kelly, Melissa, James, Jennifer, Sarah, Andrew, and Julie Bowden, and Sierra and Isabella Bowden; and her godmother, Celesta Busch.

Madonna graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy for Girls in Dubuque, Iowa. She worked as a CNA at the Cuba City Nursing Home for twenty-nine years, where she shared her tender love and made many good friends. She devoted her life to caring for others, and embraced life, especially enjoying her trips up north and get-togethers with family and friends. Madonna’s greatest joy came from loving her grandchildren, who fondly called her “Butzie.”

She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Emeline (Kieler) Schroeder; a sister, Dorothy Mae Wedig; a brother, Dennis Schroeder; and two brothers-in-law, Keith Wedig and Tom “Jim” Dent.

Truman Arthur Bowden

M, b. 3 April 1934, d. 16 January 2021
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 April 1934Truman Arthur Bowden was born on 3 April 1934.
Marriage15 August 1953He married Madonna Celesta Schroeder, daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler, on 15 August 1953 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death16 January 2021Truman Arthur Bowden died on 16 January 2021 at age 86 Truman A. Bowden, 86, of Cuba City, WI passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer with his family by his side on Saturday, January 16, 2021. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI is serving the family.

Truman was born on April 3, 1934 to John & Mildred (Dearth) Bowden in Lafayette County, WI. He married Madonna Schroeder of Kieler, WI on July 15, 1953. They were married for 55 years and raised 7 children. Truman served in the US Navy Reserves during the Korean War Conflict. He farmed for many years before becoming a semi-truck driver. He drove from coast to coast, earning the ‘Million Mile Safe Driving’ award. Truman was a storyteller who entertained everyone who had time to listen. He had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed singing, especially the old cowboy ballads. He will be remembered by many for the bluebird houses he built and gave away to anyone willing to put them up in their yards. He was an avid NBA fan and especially enjoyed watching the Chicago Bulls. Above all, Truman loved spending time with his grandchildren, creating personal experiences and memories with each and every one of them. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Truman is survived by his 7 children: Sandra (Bob) Brownell of Dubuque, IA, Arthur Bowden of Cuba City, WI, Linda (Jim) Jegerlehner of Dubuque, IA, Robert (Belinda) Bowden of Lakewood, WA, Margaret (Gregg) Kelly of Cuba City, WI, James (Melody) Bowden of Dubuque, IA and William (Kelly) Bowden of Baraboo, WI; 2 sisters: Margaret Vail and Mary Bowden; 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren; along with nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Madonna (February 22, 2009) and 6 brothers: John, Warren, Fred, Lawrence, Phillip and Lloyd, as well as many sisters-in-law & brothers-in-law.

Rita Jane Schroeder

F, b. 11 April 1937, d. 25 January 2021
Father*Arthur Edward Schroeder b. 25 Jul 1903, d. 27 Nov 1990
Mother*Emeline Agnes Kieler b. 29 Jun 1910, d. 5 Mar 1986
Rita Jane (Schroeder) Tracy
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name7 May 1955As of 7 May 1955,her married name was Tracy.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth11 April 1937Rita Jane Schroeder was born on 11 April 1937 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler.
Marriage7 May 1955Rita Jane Schroeder married Jack L. Tracy on 7 May 1955.
Death25 January 2021Rita Jane Schroeder died on 25 January 2021 at age 83 Rita Jane Tracy, 83, of Kieler, WI joined her husband Jack & their son James Arthur in Heaven on Monday, January 25, 2021. A memorial service will be held at a later date. The Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI is serving the family.

Rita Jane was born on April 11, 1937 to Arthur & Emeline (Kieler) Schroeder in Kieler, WI. She married Jack L. Tracy on May 7, 1955 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kieler, WI. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception Parish where she was a lifelong member of the church choir. She loved a good game of euchre and loved nothing more than when her kids & grandkids would fill the house; the laughter shared was music to her ears. Rita Jane enjoyed vacationing in the Black Hills & Yellowstone, but her most cherished vacations were spent with her family and friends in the Northwoods of Wisconsin. She also enjoyed baking and cooking for her family, a tradition she passed on to her children and grandchildren. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Rita Jane is survived by 7 children: Cindy (Mike) Klein of Leisure Lake, IA; John (Jay) Tracy of Raleigh, NC; Mimi (John) VanNatta of Dickeyville, WI; Joe (Kim) Tracy of Reno, NV; Jeff "Reno" (Carol) Tracy of Platteville, WI; Philip (Niki) Tracy of Baraboo, WI and Kate (Keith) Landowski of Wauconda, IL; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Linda Lou Kieffer of Kieler, WI and Audrey (Aaron) Digman of Monroe, WI; a sister-in-law, Toki Schroeder of Kieler, WI; along with many nieces & nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Jack, a son James Arthur "Jim", 3 sisters: Betty Rose Dent, Dorothy Mae Wedig & Madonna Bowden, a brother, Dennis Schroeder and 3 brothers-in-law: Jim Dent, Keith Wedig and Truman Bowden.

Child of Rita Jane Schroeder and Jack L. Tracy

Jack L. Tracy

M, b. 8 June 1935, d. 29 December 2019
Jack L Tracy
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 June 1935Jack L. Tracy was born on 8 June 1935.
Marriage7 May 1955He married Rita Jane Schroeder, daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler, on 7 May 1955.
Death29 December 2019Jack L. Tracy died on 29 December 2019 at age 84 Jack L. Tracy, 84, of Kieler, WI passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, December 29, 2019. A memorial service will be held at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 2nd at the Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI with Fr. Bernard Rott officiating. Family & friends may call from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service on Thursday, January 2nd at the Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI.

Jack was born on June 8, 1935 to Harold & Mildred (Leppla) Tracy in Platteville, WI. He married Rita Jane Schroeder on May 7, 1955 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kieler, WI. He worked at the Dubuque Packing Company for 25 years and then at Midwest Motorsports in Kieler, WI for almost 25 years until he retired at the age of 79. Jack enjoyed helping people, telling jokes, traditional country music, Johnny Cash, vacationing in the Black Hills, Yellowstone & the Northwoods of Wisconsin and was a founding member of the Moonshiner’s Snowmobile Club in Kieler, WI. But most of all, Jack enjoyed time spent with his family, grandchildren and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jack is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Rita Jane; 7 children: Cindy (Mike) Klein of Leisure Lake, IA, John (Jay) Tracy of Raleigh, NC, Mimi (John) VanNatta of Dickeyville, WI, Joe (Kim) Tracy of Reno, NV, Jeff “Reno” (Carol) Tracy of Platteville, WI, Philip (Niki) Tracy of Baraboo, WI and Kate (Keith) Landowski of Wauconda, IL; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; along with in-laws and many nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, James Arthur “Jim” Tracy, 2 brothers, 3 sisters and many in-laws.

Child of Jack L. Tracy and Rita Jane Schroeder

Linda Lou Schroeder

F, b. 28 December 1945, d. 23 March 2023
Father*Arthur Edward Schroeder b. 25 Jul 1903, d. 27 Nov 1990
Mother*Emeline Agnes Kieler b. 29 Jun 1910, d. 5 Mar 1986
Linda Lou Schroeder
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Kieffer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 December 1945Linda Lou Schroeder was born on 28 December 1945.
She was the daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler.
Death23 March 2023Linda Lou Schroeder died on 23 March 2023 at age 77 Linda L. Kieffer, 77, of Kieler, WI passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at St. Domonic Villa in Sinsinawa, WI. Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at the Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI, with Fr. Bernard Rott officiating. A private family burial will be held at a later date at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Kieler, WI. Family & friends may call on Saturday, April 1st from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. The Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI is serving the family.

Linda was born on December 28, 1945 to Arthur & Emeline (Kieler) Schroeder. She was a graduate from Cuba City High School and lived in Kieler, WI most of her life. She was previously married to Kenny Kieffer. Linda’s biggest pride was her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed reading, writing in her diary, talking on the phone, going for walks and family gatherings. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Linda is survived by 3 children: Tim (Monica) Kieffer of Hartford, WI, Patti (Scott) Smith of Dubuque, IA and Julie (Terry) Redfearn of Hazel Green, WI; 6 grandchildren: Chelsea Kieffer, Cody Kieffer, Kaitlyn (Fred Mihalakis) Wallus, Jessica Smith, Spencer Schuchart & Jordyn (Andrew Molzof) Schuchart; 6 great-grandchildren: Kamryn, RJ, Oliver, Peyton, Cash & Kaydence; a sister, Audrey (Aaron) Digman of Monroe, WI; a sister-in-law, Toki Schroeder of Dickeyville, WI; along with many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Rebecca Koeller and 5 siblings: Betty Rose (Jim) Dent, Madonna (Truman) Bowden, Dorothy Mae (Keith) Wedig, Rita Jane (Jack) Tracy and Dennis Schroeder.

Child of Linda Lou Schroeder

Dorothy Mae Schroeder

F, b. 25 September 1933, d. 17 February 2008
Father*Arthur Edward Schroeder b. 25 Jul 1903, d. 27 Nov 1990
Mother*Emeline Agnes Kieler b. 29 Jun 1910, d. 5 Mar 1986
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name13 August 1952As of 13 August 1952,her married name was Wedig.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 September 1933Dorothy Mae Schroeder was born on 25 September 1933 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler.
Marriage13 August 1952Dorothy Mae Schroeder married Keith Wedig on 13 August 1952 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death17 February 2008Dorothy Mae Schroeder died on 17 February 2008 at age 74 Dorothy Mae (Schroeder) Wedig obituary.
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin) 19 Feb 2008 - Dorothy Mae (Schroeder) Wedig obituary

Keith Wedig

M, b. 12 January 1930, d. 25 February 2003
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 January 1930Keith Wedig was born on 12 January 1930.
Marriage13 August 1952He married Dorothy Mae Schroeder, daughter of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler, on 13 August 1952 at Kieler, Grant, Wisconsin.
Death25 February 2003Keith Wedig died on 25 February 2003 at age 73 Keith J. Wedig, 73, of rural Darlington, died Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2003, at Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County, Darlington. Keith was born on Jan. 12, 1930, in New Diggings township, the son of Sylvester and Mary Ann (Hoppenjan) Wedig. He married Dorothy Mae Schroeder on Aug. 13, 1952, in Kieler.

They were blessed with 11 children; 31 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Keith and Dorothy celebrated their golden wedding anniversary with their family and friends. Keith farmed in the Belmont area for more than 30 years and delivered the Shopping News for the past several years. Keith was a Korean War veteran having served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1951-1953.

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy of Darlington; 11 children; 31 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and nine brothers and sisters, Betty (Bill) Smith of Lebanon, Ore., Jere (Ken) McCarville of South Beloit, Ill., Bill Wedig of Monroe Center, Ill., Ellen Wedig of Belmont, Yvonne Wedig of Madison, Art (Betty) Wedig of Cuba City, Louise (Don) Westburg of Madison, Jim Wedig of Verona, and Mary (Les) Schultz of Ponca City, Okla.

Keith was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister-in-law, Jan Wedig.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 28, 2003, at ST. PHILOMENA'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, Belmont, with the Rev. Monte Robinson and the Rev. Charles Schluter officiating. Burial will be in St. Peter's Cemetery, Elk Grove.

Dennis John Schroeder

M, b. 29 April 1939, d. 8 February 2007
Father*Arthur Edward Schroeder b. 25 Jul 1903, d. 27 Nov 1990
Mother*Emeline Agnes Kieler b. 29 Jun 1910, d. 5 Mar 1986
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 April 1939Dennis John Schroeder was born on 29 April 1939 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Arthur Edward Schroeder and Emeline Agnes Kieler.
Death8 February 2007Dennis John Schroeder died on 8 February 2007 at age 67 Dennis J Schroeder obituary.
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin) 11 Feb 2007 - Dennis J Schroeder obituary

Virgil G. Wackershauser

M, b. 12 September 1924, d. 22 January 2009
Father*Henry Wackershauser Sr. b. Feb 1893
Mother*Lillian Eggers b. c 1901
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 September 1924Virgil G. Wackershauser was born on 12 September 1924.
He was the son of Henry Wackershauser Sr. and Lillian Eggers.
Marriage11 January 1945Virgil G. Wackershauser married Eunice Place on 11 January 1945.
Death22 January 2009Virgil G. Wackershauser died on 22 January 2009 at age 84 Virgil G. Wackershauser, age 84, of Prairie du Chien, formerly of Lancaster, passed away at Gunderson Lutheran Hospital in La Crosse, on Thursday evening, January 22, 2009, after a very short battle with pneumonia and acute leukemia. Virgil was born September 12, 1924, to Henry & Lillian (Eggers) Wackershauser. Virgil grew up near Dickeyville (Big Patch/Georgetown area). He was the middle child and had one sister and 4 brothers. He was proud of the fact that he graduated from eight grades in six years, as he got to skip a couple grades in school. On Jan. 11, 1945, he was united in marriage with Eunice Place in Platteville. She preceded him in death on February 19, 1997. Virgil & Eunice began their married life on a small farm near Dickeyville, but moved shortly thereafter to the current family farm near Lancaster/Stitzer area, where they raised a son and three daughters. In 1975, they retired from the farm and bought a home in Lancaster. In 2003, Virgil moved to Prairie du Chien. He married Violet Koecke on July 15, 2003, in Prairie du Chien. They currently reside there. During his farming days, Virgil managed to work at a variety of jobs off the farm as well. Over those many years, he hauled cattle and milk for his brother, hauled milk at the Livingston Creamery, worked at a feed mill in Belmont, fertilizer plant & Wasco in Stitzer, plowed snow & highway work for the Grant Co. Highway Dept., read meters for REA, delivered the Shopping News, was a carpenter, and was once the town chairman for Liberty Township and farming for many years. He enjoyed helping others with remodeling or building projects, doing yard work and gardening, or any other handyman jobs that came along. Virgil enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, bus trips to the casinos, watching basketball and baseball games, attending Amish sales, and fishing with his buddies. He enjoyed talking and cracking jokes to anyone he knew, even making his grandchildren giggle. With his busy travels in life, he always had plenty of time set aside for family and friends. He truly adored his children and grandchildren! He was a member of the Bagley Methodist Church.

Virgil is survived by his wife of five years, Violet of Prairie du Chien, one son: Carson (Mary) of Lancaster; three daughters: Patty (Larry) Reed, Platteville; Sandy (Rich) Soles, Mt. Hope; Lou Ann (Jim) Blackburn, Bagley. Also surviving are grandchildren: Brian (Kristi), Laura, and Jennifer Wackershauser; Chris (Brenda) Reed and Candace (Bill) Reid; Hillary (Marty Bement) Soles, Tanisha Soles, and Justin (Jessi) Soles; Travis (Anne) Blackburn and Lacy (Jesse) Chapiewsky. Great Grandchildren surviving are John & Katie Wackershauser, Morgan & Taylor Reid, Hanna & Emma Reed, Carter & Addison Blackburn, and Cooper & Ty Chapiewsky. Virgil is survived by four brothers: Wilfred Bud, Embert, Henry Joe, and Louis and numerous nieces & nephews, brother- & sister-in-laws.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Eunice, his parents-Henry & Lillian, his sister, Hiltrude Crapp, and several in-laws.

Funeral services were held on Monday, January 26, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Pastor Mary Ann Floerke officiating. Visitation was from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services on Monday. Cremation followed, with burial at the Hillside Cemetery at a later date.

W. H. Wackershauser

M, b. 29 March 1920, d. 16 February 2009
Father*Henry Wackershauser Sr. b. Feb 1893
Mother*Lillian Eggers b. c 1901
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationW. H. Wackershauser was also known as Wilfred.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 March 1920W. H. Wackershauser was born on 29 March 1920.
He was the son of Henry Wackershauser Sr. and Lillian Eggers.
Death16 February 2009W. H. Wackershauser died on 16 February 2009 at age 88.

Hiltrude Wackershauser

F, d. before 2009
Father*Henry Wackershauser Sr. b. Feb 1893
Mother*Lillian Eggers b. c 1901
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Crapp.
Life EventDateDescription
Hiltrude Wackershauser was the daughter of Henry Wackershauser Sr. and Lillian Eggers.
MarriageHiltrude Wackershauser married (?) Crapp.
Deathbefore 2009Hiltrude Wackershauser died before 2009.

(?) Crapp

M
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage(?) Crapp married Hiltrude Wackershauser, daughter of Henry Wackershauser Sr. and Lillian Eggers.