(?) Mattix

M, d. before March 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1884(?) Mattix married unknown (?) before 1884.
Deathbefore March 1936(?) Mattix died before March 1936.

Child of (?) Mattix and unknown (?)

unknown (?)

F, d. after March 1936
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1884As of before 1884,her married name was Mattix.
Married Namebefore March 1936As of before March 1936,her married name was Kumke.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1884Unknown (?) married (?) Mattix before 1884.
Deathafter March 1936Unknown (?) died after March 1936.

Child of unknown (?) and (?) Mattix

Josephine B. (?)

F, d. after March 1936
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1910As of before 1910,her married name was Mattix.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1910Josephine B. (?) married Ralph C. Mattix, son of (?) Mattix and unknown (?), before 1910.
Deathafter March 1936Josephine B. (?) died after March 1936.

Children of Josephine B. (?) and Ralph C. Mattix

Richard T. Mattix

M, b. circa 1910
Father*Ralph C. Mattix b. 16 Apr 1884, d. 30 Mar 1936
Mother*Josephine B. (?) d. a Mar 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1910Richard T. Mattix was born circa 1910.
He was the son of Ralph C. Mattix and Josephine B. (?).

Loretta J. Mattix

F, b. 22 July 1917, d. 9 August 1981
Father*Ralph C. Mattix b. 16 Apr 1884, d. 30 Mar 1936
Mother*Josephine B. (?) d. a Mar 1936
Loretta Mattix 1935 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLoretta J. Mattix was also known as LaRetta J.
Married Name4 August 1940As of 4 August 1940,her married name was Hearn.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 July 1917Loretta J. Mattix was born on 22 July 1917.
She was the daughter of Ralph C. Mattix and Josephine B. (?).
Marriage4 August 1940Loretta J. Mattix married Ralph J. Hearn on 4 August 1940.
Death9 August 1981Loretta J. Mattix died on 9 August 1981 at age 64.
  • Loretta J. Mattix graduated in 1935 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Sarah Bertha Muchow

F, b. 13 November 1921, d. 1 March 2002
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Meyer.
Married Name19 January 1941As of 19 January 1941,her married name was Meyer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 November 1921Sarah Bertha Muchow was born on 13 November 1921.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Death1 March 2002Sarah Bertha Muchow died on 1 March 2002 at age 80 Sarah B. Meyer, 80, Reedsburg, died on Friday, March 1, 2002, at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. She was born on Nov. 13, 1921, in Washington Township, Sauk County, the daughter of Reinhold and Emma (nee Schenck) Muchow. On Jan. 19, 1941, Sarah married Edward E. Meyer at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. This marriage was blessed with five children. After her marriage, Sarah was employed at the Badger Ammunition Plant and later as a cashier at Kroger's Grocery Store in Reedsburg. She started the hot lunch program at St. Peter's School and worked there for many years. She was also later employed at Meyer Oil as the office manager. Sarah was a member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church where she served on the Ladies Aid for many years. She was also a member of the LWML and was active in several Bible studies. Sarah was a former Chairwoman of the Reedsburg Fire Department Auxiliary where she was instrumental in starting the Annual Spaghetti Supper. Sarah enjoyed crocheting, sewing and quilting. She loved to cook and bake, and had a special interest in fishing and playing cards. She is survived by her husband, Edward Meyer, Reedsburg; children and their spouses, Rev. Dr. Ronald and Lou Ann Meyer, New Berlin, Geraldine and Rev. John Ehlke, Spring Valley, Cal., Shirley and Allen Piepenbrink, Menomonee Falls, Gloria and Bruce Darnall, Lake Mills, Rosalie and Rev. Dr. Timm Griffin, New Berlin; 17 grandchildren, Rev. Jeff Meyer, Jenni Locke, Janelle Meyer, Brian, Matt, and Heather Ehlke, Tracey Bowers, Eric and Jamie Piepenbrink, John, Sarah, and Mark Darnall, Laura Howell, Ben, Adam, Lisa, and Greg Griffin; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ella (Milton) Repka, Rock Springs, Ruby (Chuck) McFarlane, Sauk City, Norma (Paul) Doering, Germantown; sisters-in-law, Delores Muchow, Paris, Ill., Lorna Schulte, Hillpoint, Eleanor Meyer, Hillpoint, Bernice Meyer, Hillpoint, Irma Lowery, Reedsburg; many nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter, Emily Griffin; a brother, Arlie Muchow. Funeral services for Sarah B. Meyer were conducted at 11 a.m on Monday, March 4, at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church with Reverend Kevin J. Kohnke officiating. Burial followed in St. Peter's Cemetery, Reedsburg. Friends called on Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter's Church Workers Scholarship Fund. The Farber Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements.

Ella L. Muchow

F, b. 2 September 1924, d. 15 September 2012
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 September 1945As of 25 September 1945,her married name was Repka.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 September 1924Ella L. Muchow was born on 2 September 1924 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Marriage25 September 1945Ella L. Muchow married Milton C. Repka, son of John C. Repka and Clara Leykauf, on 25 September 1945.
Death15 September 2012Ella L. Muchow died on 15 September 2012 at age 88 Ella L.(Muchow) Repka, age 88, of Rock Springs, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2012, at her home. She was born on September 2, 1924, on a farm near Loganville. She was the daughter of Reinhold and Emma (Schenck) Muchow. On September 25, 1945, Ella married Milton C. Repka at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Together they celebrated 63 years of marriage. This marriage was blessed with one son, Leslie.

Through the years, Ella babysat neighborhood children; to them, she was known as Grandma Ella, which she loved. Ella was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, serving in various positions, including Ladies Aid. She enjoyed baking, quilting, and crafting, and most of all, enjoyed playing cards with her family and many friends. Family was very important to Ella and always cherished the time spent together.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milton on December 22, 2008; brother, Arlie (Dolores) Muchow; sister, Sarah (Edward) Meyer; nieces, Rita Repka, Joan (McFarlane) Hanson; great-niece, Emily Griffin; brothers-in-law, Walter Repka, Paul McFarlane; sister-in-law, Gladys (Fred) Putz; mother and father-in-law, John and Clara Repka.

Ella is survived by her son, Leslie and Joan Stevens-Repka of Rock Springs;

Grandchildren: Jessie (Mike) Hunter of Pickett, WI; great granddaughters, Emily and Catherine Hunter;

Grandson, Luke (Jenna) Repka, of LaValle; great grandchildren, Alice, Diamond and Tanner;

Granddaughter Rebecca (Terry) Curtis of Cuba City, WI; great grandson, Evan;

Grandchildren, Brandy Koehler and Carmen Stevens-Repka, of Rock Springs;

Sisters: Ruby McFarlane of Sauk City, Norma (Paul) Doering of Germantown, WI;

Sister-in-law, Betty Repka of Rock Springs;

Several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

We celebrate Ella’s life with a service at 11:30 AM on Thursday, September 20, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, with Pastor David Karow officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, rural Rock Springs. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg, and on Thursday from 10:30 AM until the time of the service at the church. Memorials may be made to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Rock Springs in lieu of flowers.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Milton C. Repka

M, d. 22 December 2008
Father*John C. Repka b. 1883, d. 1958
Mother*Clara Leykauf b. 1887, d. 1958
Life EventDateDescription
Milton C. Repka was the son of John C. Repka and Clara Leykauf.
Marriage25 September 1945Milton C. Repka married Ella L. Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck, on 25 September 1945.
Death22 December 2008Milton C. Repka died on 22 December 2008.

Ruby Muchow

F, b. 19 October 1930, d. 6 October 2018
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Ruby Muchow 1948 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name11 June 1954As of 11 June 1954,her married name was McFarlane.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 October 1930Ruby Muchow was born on 19 October 1930.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Marriage11 June 1954Ruby Muchow married Paul David McFarlane on 11 June 1954.
Death6 October 2018Ruby Muchow died on 6 October 2018 at age 87 Ruby McFarlane, age 87, returned to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 6th; Her firm belief in God, unwavering devotion to her family and community are the life lessons all who knew her will remember. Ruby was born on October 19th, 1930 in the Rock Springs area to the late Emma and Reinhold Muchow. She graduated from Reedsburg High and Sauk County Normal Schools and taught in 1 room school houses in Sauk County and later in the Sauk-Prairie Schools as a substitute teacher.

She was united in marriage on June 11th 1954 to Paul (Chuck) McFarlane of Sauk City. Ruby always was busy with an event or project. She spent countless hours volunteering at the First United Church of Christ as a Sunday School Teacher, singing in the choir, Bible school teacher, member of the Marie Circle and served on the Consistory. She also volunteered with Lifeline, Meals on Wheels and Eastern Star where she held a state office. She enjoyed a good bridge or euchre game, was an excellent cook and baker, and a loyal fan of Wisconsin sports teams. Ruby loved to plan a party and entertain; She hosted many events including an annual Christmas Eve gathering for the entire McFarlane clan. Ruby and Chuck shared many wonderful times throughout their 54 years of marriage including amazing trips all over the world and simply riding around in their 1957 baby blue Thunderbird convertible. Throughout the years, Ruby was an amazing support to Chuck and the McFarlane business.

Ruby is survived by her daughter, Jean (Steve) Bachhuber, son, Tom (Margaret) McFarlane, a son-in-law, Jim Hanson, Grandson, John (Amy) Bachhuber, Granddaughters: Tara (Pete) Klun, Amanda (Matt) Moseman, Molly and Megan Hanson, Great Grandchildren: Jack and Charlie Bachhuber, Alex and Abby Klun, a brother-in-law, Paul Doering and a sister-in-law, Verda McFarlane, along with many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chuck McFarlane, daughter, Joan Hanson, sisters and brother-in-laws: Sarah (Ed) Meyer, Ella (Milton) Repka, sister, Norma Doering, brother Arley (Delores) Muchow, brother-in-laws: Bob McFarlane and Jim (Lorna) (Cork)McFarlane.

Friends may greet the family on Thursday evening, October 11th from 5:00-7:00 at the First United Church of Christ, 504 Washington Avenue, Sauk City. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 12th at 11:00 also at the First United Church of Christ with the Rev. Bill Kapp officiating. Friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Sauk City Cemetery.
  • Ruby Muchow graduated in 1948 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Paul David McFarlane

M, b. 28 October 1928, d. 17 June 2008
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationPaul David McFarlane was also known as Chuck.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 October 1928Paul David McFarlane was born on 28 October 1928.
Marriage11 June 1954He married Ruby Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck, on 11 June 1954.
Death17 June 2008Paul David McFarlane died on 17 June 2008 at age 79 Paul David "Chuck" McFarlane, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at home surrounded by his loving family.

The youngest son of Earl and Alice (Beggs), Chuck was born Oct. 28, 1928.

On June 11, 1954, he was united in marriage to Ruby Muchow in Reedsburg.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Jim McFarlane; and in-laws, Lorna McFarlane of Sauk City, Ed and Sarah Meyer of Reedsburg, and Arlie and Delores Muchow of Paris, Ill.

Norma S. Muchow

F, b. 21 August 1932, d. 2 February 2017
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Norma S Muchow - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Doering.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageNorma S. Muchow married Paul Doering.
Birth21 August 1932Norma S. Muchow was born on 21 August 1932.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Death2 February 2017Norma S. Muchow died on 2 February 2017 at age 84 Norma S. Doering (nee Muchow) entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at the age of 84. She was the beloved wife of Paul for 58 years; loving mother of David (Joan) and Jim (Karen); cherished grandmother of Rachel, Alex and Ben; and dear sister of Ruby (the late Paul) McFarlane. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Sarah (the late Ed) Meyer, Ella (the late Milton) Repka and Arlie (the late Dolores) Muchow.

Throughout her life, Norma was a teacher, both in her personal and professional life. She affected the lives of countless individuals as a person, as a friend, and as an educator.

Visitation will be on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at the SCHMIDT & BARTELT FUNERAL HOME, N84 W17937 Menomonee Ave., Menomonee Falls, from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m. A procession to Wisconsin Memorial Park for committal prayers and entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Norma's name may be directed to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Menomonee Falls.
  • Norma S. Muchow graduated in 1950 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Paul Doering

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriagePaul Doering married Norma S. Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.

Arlie Paul Muchow

M, b. 17 July 1927, d. 3 June 1993
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageArlie Paul Muchow married Dolores Hilda Foss.
Birth17 July 1927Arlie Paul Muchow was born on 17 July 1927 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Death3 June 1993Arlie Paul Muchow died on 3 June 1993 at Illinois at age 65.

Gerhardt W. Meyer

M, b. 10 July 1915, d. 14 November 1985
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationGerhardt W. Meyer was also known as Gerhard.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 July 1915Gerhardt W. Meyer was born on 10 July 1915 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage6 October 1939He married Zita E. Soltwedel, daughter of Otto J. Soltwedel and Emma D. Lindenberg, on 6 October 1939 Marriage licenses issued in Sauk county, Wisconsin (01 Oct 1939): Gerhard Meyer, town of Washington; Zita Soltwedel, Loganville.
Marriage licenses issued in Sauk county, Wisconsin (01 Oct 1939) including George Bauer and Gerhard Meyer
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 12 Oct 1939 - Zita Soltwedel and Gerhardt Meyer marriage announcement
Death14 November 1985Gerhardt W. Meyer died on 14 November 1985 at age 70.

Child of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel

Carl Henry Behnke

M, b. 25 August 1911, d. 19 June 1990
Carl Behnke 1929 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 August 1911Carl Henry Behnke was born on 25 August 1911 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage1937He married Ellen D. Soltwedel, daughter of Otto J. Soltwedel and Emma D. Lindenberg, in 1937.
Marriage1980Carl Henry Behnke married Pauline W. Gall in 1980.
Death19 June 1990Carl Henry Behnke died on 19 June 1990 at age 78.
  • Carl Henry Behnke graduated in 1929 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Sharon Lea Meyer

F, b. 7 August 1940, d. 26 January 2011
Father*Gerhardt W. Meyer b. 10 Jul 1915, d. 14 Nov 1985
Mother*Zita E. Soltwedel b. 4 Jan 1916, d. 23 May 2002
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name14 August 1965As of 14 August 1965,her married name was Thieding.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 August 1940Sharon Lea Meyer was born on 7 August 1940.
She was the daughter of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel.
Death26 January 2011Sharon Lea Meyer died on 26 January 2011 at age 70 Sharon L. Thieding, a beautiful loving soul who embraced life, transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, surrounded by the love of her family. Sharon cherished gardening and her life blossomed in many ways. Along her path, she planted seeds of hope, wisdom, love, and knowledge. She tended the soil and nurtured all that surrounded her. Sharon's Light brought growth and her beauty was a precious gift to many. Sharon was a consummate learner and educator. She was an avid reader who earned her education degree and teaching certificate from the University of Wisconsin -- Platteville. She taught at a rural Loganville schoolhouse, Prairie View School; in the Monona Grove School system; and at Martin Luther Christian Day School in Stoughton. Knowing the power of encouragement and hard work, Sharon applied her wisdom and compassion to mentoring students in the Madison Area Technical College Outreach program for over 15 years. Sharon danced her way into people's hearts, including her lifetime friend and husband, Ernie Thieding of McFarland. She was energized by polka music and cherished full moon rises over Devil's Lake. Always planning for the next event, the rhythm of her life created beautiful music, family traditions, and many memories. Sharon's presence brought beauty to this Earth, radiating love, and healing the hearts of many. Sharon was born to Gerhardt and Zita Meyer of Hillpoint in August 1940. Her family includes husband Ernie of McFarland; children, Darren (Nicolette) Thieding of Ohio, Dawn Thieding of California, Kristin (Daniel) Powell of Minnesota, and Kurt (Amy) Thieding of Waukesha; grandsons, Tyler, Keaton, Grant of Ohio; sisters, Julaine Meyer of Reedsburg and Bonnie (Brian) Hauke of Waunakee; and brothers, Gerald (Karen) Meyer of Illinois, Gary Meyer of Virginia, and Richard (Sandra) Meyer of Florida. Friends are found amongst her dancing circle, neighbors, church circle, co-workers, and students. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 28, 2011, at CRESS funeral home in McFarland. On Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, a brief visitation will be held from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. at McFarland Lutheran Church followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. A committal service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Westfield Township, Rock Springs at 4 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the McFarland Lutheran Church, the McFarland Lutheran Church Prairie Garden, or the Thieding family for a Memorial Scholarship Fund that is being established in honor of Sharon's love of education.

Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt

M, b. 29 July 1949, d. 11 January 1971
Father*Irvin E. Mittlesteadt b. 9 Jan 1923, d. 8 Aug 2003
Evan Mittlesteadt 1967 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEvan Edwin Mittlesteadt was also known as Mittelsteadt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 July 1949Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt was born on 29 July 1949.
He was the son of Irvin E. Mittlesteadt.
Death11 January 1971Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt died on 11 January 1971 at from vehicle accident, Wisconsin, at age 21.
  • Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt graduated in 1967 at Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Iona Mittlesteadt

F, d. before August 2003
Father*Elmer Mittlesteadt b. Nov 1895, d. 18 Apr 1965
Mother*Hazel Fish b. 18 Feb 1898, d. 13 Jul 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Ferguson.
Life EventDateDescription
Iona Mittlesteadt was the daughter of Elmer Mittlesteadt and Hazel Fish.
Deathbefore August 2003Iona Mittlesteadt died before August 2003.

Esther Towers

F, b. circa 1918, d. before September 2001
Father*Wallace William Towers b. 1 Jan 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Mother*Amanda Shrieber b. c 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Sacharaski.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1918Esther Towers was born circa 1918 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Wallace William Towers and Amanda Shrieber.
Deathbefore September 2001Esther Towers died before September 2001.

Marion A. Towers

F, b. 19 April 1915, d. 22 September 2001
Father*Wallace William Towers b. 1 Jan 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Mother*Amanda Shrieber b. c 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Parks.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMarion A. Towers married Gordon Parks.
Birth19 April 1915Marion A. Towers was born on 19 April 1915 at WIsconsin.
She was the daughter of Wallace William Towers and Amanda Shrieber.
Death22 September 2001Marion A. Towers died on 22 September 2001 at age 86 Marion A. Parks, age 86, died on September 22, 2001 at St. Care Meadows, Baraboo. Mrs. Park, the daughter of Wallace and Amanda (Schreiber) Towers, was born April 19, 1915 in Caledonia Township, Columbia County, Wisconsin. She is survived by a daughter, Joanne (Neil) Jensen, Merrimac; a son, Robert (Deborah) Parks, Island Heights, New Jersey; 8 grandchildren, Steve (Sharon) Jensen, Debra Jensen, Chris (Susan) Jensen, David Parks, Betsy (Scott) Dedrickson, Douglas Parks, Matthew (Dawn) Parks, and Andrew Parks; 9 great-grandchildren, Ryan and Rachel Jensen, Kristof and Karli Dedrickson, Sara and Emily Parks, Linsey and Dylan Parks, and Royal Parks; a sister, Dorothy (Herb) Feddick, Duluth, Minnesota; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gordon, in 1993; her parents; a son and daughter-in-law, James and Sally Parks; a grandson, Braden Parks; and sisters, Margaret (Willard) Kindschi and Esther (Edward) Sacharaski. There will be no visitation. Burial will take place at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Merrimac. Since five members of her immediate family were or are motivated in firefighting, memorials may be made in Marion's name to your local fire department. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Child of Marion A. Towers and Gordon Parks

Gordon Parks

M, d. 1993
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageGordon Parks married Marion A. Towers, daughter of Wallace William Towers and Amanda Shrieber.
Death1993Gordon Parks died in 1993.

Child of Gordon Parks and Marion A. Towers

Dorothy Towers

F, b. circa 1921
Father*Wallace William Towers b. 1 Jan 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Mother*Amanda Shrieber b. c 1891, d. b Sep 2001
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Feddick.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1921Dorothy Towers was born circa 1921 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Wallace William Towers and Amanda Shrieber.

James Parks

M, d. before September 2001
Father*Gordon Parks d. 1993
Mother*Marion A. Towers b. 19 Apr 1915, d. 22 Sep 2001
Life EventDateDescription
James Parks was the son of Gordon Parks and Marion A. Towers.
MarriageJames Parks married Sally (?).
Deathbefore September 2001James Parks died before September 2001.

Sally (?)

F, d. before September 2001
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Parks.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSally (?) married James Parks, son of Gordon Parks and Marion A. Towers.
Deathbefore September 2001Sally (?) died before September 2001.

Clarence Pieper

M, d. 2 December 1980
Father*Frank Pieper
Mother*Lydia Essman
Life EventDateDescription
Clarence Pieper was the son of Frank Pieper and Lydia Essman.
Marriage28 January 1934Clarence Pieper married Bessie E. Kohlmeyer, daughter of Otto Henry William Kohlmeyer and Elda M. Hoeverman, on 28 January 1934.
Death2 December 1980Clarence Pieper died on 2 December 1980.

William A. Tank

M, b. 2 December 1911, d. 1974
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWilliam A. Tank was also known as Bill.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 December 1911William A. Tank was born on 2 December 1911.
Marriage30 October 1943He married Viola E. Kohlmeyer, daughter of Otto Henry William Kohlmeyer and Elda M. Hoeverman, on 30 October 1943.
Death1974William A. Tank died in 1974.

Child of William A. Tank and Viola E. Kohlmeyer

Frank Pieper

M
Life EventDateDescription
DeathFrank Pieper died.
MarriageHe married Lydia Essman.

Children of Frank Pieper and Lydia Essman

Lydia Essman

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Pieper.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLydia Essman married Frank Pieper.
DeathLydia Essman died.

Children of Lydia Essman and Frank Pieper

John H. Pieper

M, b. 13 September 1908, d. 23 October 2001
Father*Frank Pieper
Mother*Lydia Essman
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 September 1908John H. Pieper was born on 13 September 1908.
He was the son of Frank Pieper and Lydia Essman.
Marriage3 October 1934John H. Pieper married Irma Neumann on 3 October 1934.
Marriage19 March 1983John H. Pieper married Viola Baumgarten on 19 March 1983.
Death23 October 2001John H. Pieper died on 23 October 2001 at age 93 John H. Pieper, age 93, of Reedsburg, died Tuesday morning, October 23, 2001 in the Edward Snyder Nursing Home. He was born on September 13, 1908 in the Town of Beaver, Clark County, the son of Frank and Lydia (Essman) Pieper. On October 3, 1934 he was united in marriage to the former Irma Neumann. She preceded him in death on December 24, 1981. He later married Viola Dreifke on March 19, 1983. She died on April 15, 2000. John farmed in the Town of Reedsburg for 38 years until his retirement. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and a former member of the church council. He was also a former member of the Reedsburg Town Board. He enjoyed traveling. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Lynette Pieper of Cazenovia; one granddaughter, Ashley Pieper; one brother, the Rev. Frank (Joyce) Pieper of Emden, Illinois; three sisters, Bertha Cook of Sheboygan Falls, Evelyn Bash of Milwaukee and Edna Cherney of Milwaukee; a special sister-in-law, Bessie Pieper of Reedsburg; many nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. In addition to his wives, he was preceded in death by a son, Douglas Dreifke; one sister, Verna Knuth; and four brothers, Walter Pieper, Clarence Pieper, Rueben Pieper and Robert Fabian. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 26, 2001 at ST. JOHN EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH in Reedsburg. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 8:00 PM on Thursday at the HOOF FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Irma Neumann

F, b. 1911, d. 24 December 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name3 October 1934As of 3 October 1934,her married name was Pieper.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1911Irma Neumann was born in 1911.
Marriage3 October 1934She married John H. Pieper, son of Frank Pieper and Lydia Essman, on 3 October 1934.
Death24 December 1981Irma Neumann died on 24 December 1981.