William H. Wrede

M, b. circa 1867, d. after 1930
Father*Henry Wrede d. b 1925
Mother*Anna Myer d. b 1925
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1867William H. Wrede was born circa 1867 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Henry Wrede and Anna Myer.
Marriage1 June 1903William H. Wrede married Lillian Charlotte Richards, daughter of John F. Richards and Sarah V. Moore, on 1 June 1903 at Crawford, Wisconsin.
Divorcebefore 1930William H. Wrede and Lillian Charlotte Richards were divorced before 1930.
Deathafter 1930William H. Wrede died after 1930.
Census DateLocationDescription
1910Twin Lake, Hancock, IowaWilliam H. Wrede was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Twin Lake, Hancock, Iowa.1
1920Falls, Cerro Gordo, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa.2
1925Falls, Cerro Gordo, IowaHe appeared on the census of 1925 at Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa.
1930Falls, Cerro Gordo, IowaHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa.3

Child of William H. Wrede and Lillian Charlotte Richards

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Twin Lake, Hancock, Iowa; Roll: T624_393; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 138; Image: 223.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa; Roll: T625_482; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 24; Image: 1144.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa; Roll: 647; Page: 2A; Enumeration District: 8; Image: 707.0.

Melvin R. Wrede

M, b. 14 January 1904, d. 2 May 1989
Father*William H. Wrede b. c 1867, d. a 1930
Mother*Lillian Charlotte Richards b. 19 Nov 1867, d. 28 May 1939
Life EventDateDescription
Birth14 January 1904Melvin R. Wrede was born on 14 January 1904 at Iowa.
He was the son of William H. Wrede and Lillian Charlotte Richards.
Death2 May 1989Melvin R. Wrede died on 2 May 1989 at age 85.
Census DateLocationDescription
1910Twin Lake, Hancock, IowaMelvin R. Wrede was listed as a son in William H. Wrede's household on the 1910 Census at Twin Lake, Hancock, Iowa.1
1920Falls, Cerro Gordo, IowaMelvin R. Wrede was listed as a son in William H. Wrede's household on the 1920 Census at Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa.2
1925Falls, Cerro Gordo, IowaMelvin R. Wrede is listed as son on the census of 1925 in the household of William H. Wrede at Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa.
15 April 1930Elk Grove, Lafayette, WisconsinMelvin R. Wrede was listed as a lodger (son of Lillian Wrede) in Franklin Oscar Robinson's household on the 1930 Census at Elk Grove, Lafayette, Wisconsin.3
  • Melvin R. Wrede obtained US Social Security Card at Nebraska; last residence Wayne, Wayne, Nebraska.

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Twin Lake, Hancock, Iowa; Roll: T624_393; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 138; Image: 223.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Falls, Cerro Gordo, Iowa; Roll: T625_482; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 24; Image: 1144.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Elk Grove, Lafayette, Wisconsin; Roll: 2579; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 11; Image: 850.0.
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Henry Wrede

M, d. before 1925
Life EventDateDescription
BirthHenry Wrede was born at Germany.
MarriageHe married Anna Myer.
Deathbefore 1925Henry Wrede died before 1925.

Child of Henry Wrede and Anna Myer

Anna Myer

F, d. before 1925
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Wrede.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAnna Myer married Henry Wrede.
BirthAnna Myer was born at Germany.
Deathbefore 1925She died before 1925.

Child of Anna Myer and Henry Wrede

Myrtle E. English

F, b. circa 1879
Father*Charles English b. c 1855, d. a 1925
Mother*Minnie Bradford b. c 1863, d. a 1925
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1903As of circa 1903,her married name was Richards.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1879Myrtle E. English was born circa 1879 at Kansas.
She was the daughter of Charles English and Minnie Bradford.
Marriagecirca 1903Myrtle E. English married Frank O. Richards, son of John F. Richards and Sarah V. Moore, circa 1903 at second for him; first for her.
Census DateLocationDescription
1910Winterset Ward 1, Madison, IowaMyrtle E. English was listed as wife in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1910 Census at Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa.1
1920Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, IowaMyrtle E. English was listed as wife in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1920 Census at Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa.2
  • Myrtle E. English had 1 with 1 living in 1910 children.

Child of Myrtle E. English and Frank O. Richards

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa; Roll: T624_412; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 22; Image: 24.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa; Roll: T625_508; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 109; Image: 865.

Ruth L. Richards

F, b. circa 1900
Father*Frank O. Richards b. Aug 1869, d. a 1920
Mother*Anne E. Madison b. Jul 1873, d. b 1903
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1900Ruth L. Richards was born circa 1900 at Iowa.
She was the daughter of Frank O. Richards and Anne E. Madison.
Census DateLocationDescription
1910Winterset Ward 1, Madison, IowaRuth L. Richards was listed as a daughter in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1910 Census at Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa.1
1920Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, IowaRuth L. Richards was listed as a daughter in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1920 Census at Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa.2

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa; Roll: T624_412; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 22; Image: 24.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa; Roll: T625_508; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 109; Image: 865.

Grace Richards

F, b. circa 1907
Father*Frank O. Richards b. Aug 1869, d. a 1920
Mother*Myrtle E. English b. c 1879
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1907Grace Richards was born circa 1907 at Iowa.
She was the daughter of Frank O. Richards and Myrtle E. English.
Census DateLocationDescription
1910Winterset Ward 1, Madison, IowaGrace Richards was listed as a daughter in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1910 Census at Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa.1
1920Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, IowaGrace Richards was listed as a daughter in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1920 Census at Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa.2

Citations

  1. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1910; Census Place: Winterset Ward 1, Madison, Iowa; Roll: T624_412; Page: 11B; Enumeration District: 22; Image: 24.
  2. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Des Moines Ward 2, Polk, Iowa; Roll: T625_508; Page: 9B; Enumeration District: 109; Image: 865.

Charles English

M, b. circa 1855, d. after 1925
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1855Charles English was born circa 1855 at Missouri.
Marriagebefore 1879He married Minnie Bradford before 1879.
Deathafter 1925Charles English died after 1925.

Child of Charles English and Minnie Bradford

Minnie Bradford

F, b. circa 1863, d. after 1925
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1879As of before 1879,her married name was English.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1863Minnie Bradford was born circa 1863 at Wisconsin.
Marriagebefore 1879She married Charles English before 1879.
Deathafter 1925Minnie Bradford died after 1925.

Child of Minnie Bradford and Charles English

Anne E. Madison

F, b. July 1873, d. before 1903
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAnne E. Madison was also known as Annie.
Married Namecirca 1893As of circa 1893,her married name was Richards.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthJuly 1873Anne E. Madison was born in July 1873 at Iowa.
Marriagecirca 1893She married Frank O. Richards, son of John F. Richards and Sarah V. Moore, circa 1893.
Deathbefore 1903Anne E. Madison died before 1903.
Census DateLocationDescription
5 June 1900Iowa City, Johnson, IowaAnne E. Madison was listed as wife in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1900 Census at Iowa City, Johnson, Iowa.1
  • Anne E. Madison had 1 with 1 living in June 1900 children.

Children of Anne E. Madison and Frank O. Richards

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Iowa City, Johnson, Iowa; Roll: T623_ 440; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 85.

Paul Richards

M, b. April 1894
Father*Frank O. Richards b. Aug 1869, d. a 1920
Mother*Anne E. Madison b. Jul 1873, d. b 1903
Life EventDateDescription
BirthApril 1894Paul Richards was born in April 1894 at Iowa.
He was the son of Frank O. Richards and Anne E. Madison.
Census DateLocationDescription
5 June 1900Iowa City, Johnson, IowaPaul Richards was listed as a son in Frank O. Richards's household on the 1900 Census at Iowa City, Johnson, Iowa.1

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Iowa City, Johnson, Iowa; Roll: T623_ 440; Page: 6B; Enumeration District: 85.

Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Jr.

M, b. 14 July 1955, d. 18 July 1998
Father*Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Sr. b. 10 Apr 1934, d. 12 Apr 2002
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLyle Lee Reinfeldt Jr. was also known as Lylelee.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth14 July 1955Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Jr. was born on 14 July 1955.
He was the son of Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Sr.
Death18 July 1998Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Jr. died on 18 July 1998 at age 43.
  • Lyle Lee Reinfeldt Jr. obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence not specified.

Herbert Fred Reinfeldt

M, b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 January 1970
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationHerbert Fred Reinfeldt was also known as F. Herbert.
Name VariationHerbert Fred Reinfeldt was also known as Herbert A.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 May 1896Herbert Fred Reinfeldt was born on 9 May 1896 at Wisconsin.
Marriagecirca 1920He married Sylvia Bryant, daughter of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel, circa 1920.
Death13 January 1970Herbert Fred Reinfeldt died on 13 January 1970 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 73.
  • Circa 1917 at World War I Draft Registration, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Children of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant

Sylvia Bryant

F, b. circa 1900, d. before October 2004
Father*Herbert Bryant
Mother*Emelia Merkel
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1920As of circa 1920,her married name was Reinfeldt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1900Sylvia Bryant was born circa 1900 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel.
Marriagecirca 1920Sylvia Bryant married Herbert Fred Reinfeldt circa 1920.
Deathbefore October 2004Sylvia Bryant died before October 2004.

Children of Sylvia Bryant and Herbert Fred Reinfeldt

Charles E. Reinfeldt

M, b. 1 August 1941, d. 22 September 2001
Father*Herbert Fred Reinfeldt b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 Jan 1970
Mother*Sylvia Bryant b. c 1900, d. b Oct 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationCharles E. Reinfeldt was also known as Chuck.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 August 1941Charles E. Reinfeldt was born on 1 August 1941.
He was the son of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.
Marriage19 September 1970Charles E. Reinfeldt married Judith Ann Baumgarten on 19 September 1970.
Death22 September 2001Charles E. Reinfeldt died on 22 September 2001 at age 60 Charles E. "Chuck" Reinfeldt, age 60 of Lake Delton, formerly of Baraboo, died Saturday, September 22, 2001 surrounded by his family and friends at St. Mary's Hospital and Medical Center in Madison following a short illness. Chuck, the son of Herbert and Sylvia (Bryant) Reinfeldt, was born on August 1, 1941 in the Township of Excelsior, Sauk County. He attended the Excelsior Country School and Reedsburg Public School. Chuck worked for a long-time as a Tree Trimmer, both as an employee for Humphrey Tree Experts in Mazomanie for many years, and working for himself around Baraboo. Chuck was married to the former Judy Baumgarten Wright on September 19, 1970 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. He was employed for seven years at Humane Manufacturing in Baraboo until 1980. For several years Chuck operated 'Reiny's Bait Shop" out of his home where he enjoyed the people he met and spoke with. The couple were residents of the Baraboo area until 1998. Chuck and Judy were currently residing at the Deer Run Mobile Home Park in Lake Delton. Chuck is survived by his wife, Judy of Lake Delton; their son, Randy (Lynne) Reinfeldt of Baraboo; his sons, Ronald, Marty and his wife, Teresa, and Dan of Powder Springs, GA: his step-sons, Timothy Wright (Patti DeLaurentis) of Reedsburg, Ricky (Michele) Wright of Clear Lake, IA, Ronald (Lyneen) Wright of Baraboo, and David (Aimee) Wright of Lake Delton; his step-daughter, Pam Martin (Tom Udelhofen) of Baraboo; 23 grandchildren; 1 great-grandson; 3 sisters, Elaine (Clayton) Seekins of Baraboo, Shirley (Darrold) Bennett of Reedsburg, June (Lawrence) Schara of Reedsburg; 4 brothers, Bernard (Joyce) Reinfeldt of North Freedom, Glenn (Sharon) Reinfeldt of Rock Springs, Lyle (Marilyn) Reinfeldt of Baraboo, Kenneth (Shirley) Reinfeldt of Reedsburg.

Judith Ann Baumgarten

F, b. 6 November 1939, d. 10 August 2019
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJudith Ann Baumgarten was also known as Judy.
Married Name12 December 1956As of 12 December 1956,her married name was Wright.
Married Name19 September 1970As of 19 September 1970,her married name was Reinfeldt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 November 1939Judith Ann Baumgarten was born on 6 November 1939.
Marriage12 December 1956She married Wayne Wright on 12 December 1956.
Marriage19 September 1970Judith Ann Baumgarten married Charles E. Reinfeldt, son of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant, on 19 September 1970.
Death10 August 2019Judith Ann Baumgarten died on 10 August 2019 at age 79.

Elaine Reinfeldt

F, b. circa 1929, d. before July 2011
Father*Herbert Fred Reinfeldt b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 Jan 1970
Mother*Sylvia Bryant b. c 1900, d. b Oct 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Seekins.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElaine Reinfeldt married Clayton Seekins.
Birthcirca 1929Elaine Reinfeldt was born circa 1929 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.
Deathbefore July 2011Elaine Reinfeldt died before July 2011.

Clayton Seekins

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageClayton Seekins married Elaine Reinfeldt, daughter of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.

June Twila Reinfeldt

F, b. 4 September 1927, d. 17 January 2020
Father*Herbert Fred Reinfeldt b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 Jan 1970
Mother*Sylvia Bryant b. c 1900, d. b Oct 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJune Twila Reinfeldt was also known as Twila.
Married Name29 November 1945As of 29 November 1945,her married name was Schara.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 September 1927June Twila Reinfeldt was born on 4 September 1927 at Union Center, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.
Marriage29 November 1945June Twila Reinfeldt married Lawrence L. Schara, son of William Schara and Edith Lyons, on 29 November 1945.
Death17 January 2020June Twila Reinfeldt died on 17 January 2020 at age 92 June T. Schara, age 92, of Reedsburg, passed away on Friday, Jan. 17, 2020, at Our House Assisted Living in Reedsburg. June was born on Sept. 4, 1927, to Herbert and Sylvia (Bryant) Reinfeldt in Union Center, Wis. She was united in marriage to Lawrence Schara on Nov. 29, 1945, at St. John Lutheran Church in Baraboo. This marriage was blessed with six children. June was a dedicated Christian and devoted wife. She and Lawrence farmed in Loganville, Wis., until retiring to a home in Reedsburg. She enjoyed fishing, reading and sewing. She especially enjoyed creating many quilts for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her passion in later years was playing cards (euchre) and winning most of the time. June was a longtime member of St. John Lutheran Church in Rock Springs.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lawrence on March 2, 2009; sister, Elaine Seekins; sister-in-law, June Reinfeldt; and brothers, Lyle, Glen, Bernard “Bud”, Charles and Cleo Reinfeldt.

June is survived by her children, Judy (Kent) Schroeder of Stoughton, Larry (Lois) Schara of North Freedom, Gary (Georgia Kay) Schara of North Freedom, Richard Schara of Reedsburg, Kevin (Elizabeth) Schara of Lodi, and Jeff (Krystal) Schara of North Freedom; 14 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brother, Kenneth (Shirley) Reinfeldt of Reedsburg; sister, Shirley Bennett of Portage; and sisters-in-law, Joyce Reinfeldt, Marilyn Reinfeldt and Judy Reinfeldt.


Funeral services for June Schara will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, 2020, at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Rock Springs with Pastor David Karow officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Rock Springs. Visitation will be on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg, and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church.

Lawrence L. Schara

M, b. 3 December 1926, d. 2 March 2009
Father*William Schara b. c 1892
Mother*Edith Lyons b. c 1899
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 December 1926Lawrence L. Schara was born on 3 December 1926 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of William Schara and Edith Lyons.
Marriage29 November 1945Lawrence L. Schara married June Twila Reinfeldt, daughter of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant, on 29 November 1945.
Death2 March 2009Lawrence L. Schara died on 2 March 2009 at age 82 Lawrence L. Schara, age 82, of Reedsburg, died Monday, March 2, 2009, at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo. He was born on Dec. 3, 1926, in North Freedom, the son of William and Edith (Lyons) Schara. On Nov. 29, 1945, he was united in marriage to June Reinfeldt. This marriage was blessed with six children. Lawrence was a bricklayer and a farmer. He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, playing cards and woodworking. He liked to spend time at the old farm where he was born. He was a family man whose greatest joy was his family and grandchildren. He was a very active member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church of Rock Springs and had served on the church council. He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother; sisters, Josephine Kopf and Leona Mueller; and brother, Melvin Schara. He is survived by his wife, June of Reedsburg; children, Judy (Kent) Schroeder, Larry (Lois) Schara, Gary (Georgia) Schara, Dick Schara, Kevin (Liz) Schara and Jeff (Krystal) Schara; 14 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; sister, Adeline Hinz; brothers, Lloyd, Virgil and William Schara; and other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Lawrence Schara will be conducted at 11 a.m., Friday, March 6, 2009, at ST. JOHN EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH in Rock Springs with the Rev. Paul Schroeder officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Cemetery, Rock Springs. Friends may call on Thursday from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the FARBER FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg, and on Friday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. John Lutheran Church of Rock Springs Christian Education Fund. The Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Bernard C. Reinfeldt

M, b. 3 April 1926, d. 14 July 2011
Father*Herbert Fred Reinfeldt b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 Jan 1970
Mother*Sylvia Bryant b. c 1900, d. b Oct 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationBernard C. Reinfeldt was also known as Bud.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 April 1926Bernard C. Reinfeldt was born on 3 April 1926 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.
Death14 July 2011Bernard C. Reinfeldt died on 14 July 2011 at age 85 Bernard Bud C. Reinfeldt, age 85 of North Freedom left this Earth peacefully on Thursday, July 14, 2011 after a short illness. He was born on April 3, 1926 in Union Center, the son of Herb and Sylvia (Bryant) Reinfeldt. He was married to Joyce Leifer on March 18, 1950 in Baraboo. He was employed in his younger years on area farms until he was 18 years old. He then went to work with Humphrey Tree Company, which was eventually bought out by Hooper Construction Co., where he remained employed for 41 years. Upon his retirement he enjoyed spending time with family and friends and watching baseball and football games on TV. Bud enjoyed reading his newspaper, especially the sports pages, going for rides in the country, playing cards, shaking dice and occasionally placing a dollar on a friendly bet or football pool. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Joyce of North Freedom; three sons: Bernie (Lynnette) Reinfeldt of Marshall, Michael (Susan) Reinfeldt of Franklin, Tenn., and Stephen (LeeAnn) Reinfeldt of Sheboygan; a daughter, Nancy Reinfeldt of North Freedom; his grandchildren: Jon, Adam (Katie), Jarod and Elise; his sisters: June Schara of Reedsburg amd Shirley (Darrold) Bennett of Reedsburg; his brother: Kenneth (Shirley) Reinfeldt of Reedsburg; numerous nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Cleo, Glen, Lyle and Charles; and a sister, Elaine Seekins. We honor his life with a visitation on Monday, July 18 from 5-8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg. Private family funeral services will be held Tuesday. Burial will follow in St. John Lutheran Cemetery, Rock Springs. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Glenn Reinfeldt

M, b. circa 1924, d. before July 2011
Father*Herbert Fred Reinfeldt b. 9 May 1896, d. 13 Jan 1970
Mother*Sylvia Bryant b. c 1900, d. b Oct 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationGlenn Reinfeldt was also known as Glen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1924Glenn Reinfeldt was born circa 1924 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant.
Marriage24 August 1984Glenn Reinfeldt married Sharon A. Meske on 24 August 1984.
Deathbefore July 2011Glenn Reinfeldt died before July 2011.

Sharon A. Meske

F, b. 20 October 1931, d. 24 December 2017
Sharon A Meske 1950 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name24 August 1984As of 24 August 1984,her married name was Reinfeldt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 October 1931Sharon A. Meske was born on 20 October 1931.
Marriage24 August 1984She married Glenn Reinfeldt, son of Herbert Fred Reinfeldt and Sylvia Bryant, on 24 August 1984.
Death24 December 2017Sharon A. Meske died on 24 December 2017 at age 86 Sharon A. Reinfeldt, age 86, of Baraboo, died on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at St. Clare Meadows Care Center. She was born on October 20, 1931 in North Freedom, the daughter of Alvin and Anna (Daubert) Meske. On August 24, 1984, she was married to Glen W. Reinfeldt. Sharon enjoyed playing cards, fishing and spending time with her family. Survivors include her seven children: Rajean Bender, of Baraboo; Mark Krueger, of Rock Springs, John (Margo) Krueger, of Reedsburg; Dennis Krueger, of Reedsburg; Kevin Krueger, of Wisconsin Rapids; Matthew (Melissa) Krueger, of Lime Ridge and Daniel Krueger, of Rock Springs; special friend: Nan Weiland, of Rock Springs; six grandchildren: Carrah, Calyn, Valerie, Ashley, Shawn and Jenna; six great grandchildren; nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Glen; three brothers: Emmette, Larry and Dexter Meske and five sisters: Hazel Alwin, infant Delores Meske, Wanda Klingenmeyer, Leola Beth and Beverly Holtz. Memorial services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 5, 2018 at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg with Pastor Marianne Cotter officiating. Inurnment will be in St. John's Lutheran Cemetery in Rock Springs at a later date. There will be a visitation after 10:00 A.M. on Friday at the funeral home. The family extends a special thank you to the staff of St. Clare Meadows for the wonderful care that Mom received and especially Dr. Timothy Deering. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.
  • Sharon A. Meske graduated in 1950 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Herbert Bryant

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHerbert Bryant married Emelia Merkel.

Children of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel

Emelia Merkel

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Bryant.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageEmelia Merkel married Herbert Bryant.

Children of Emelia Merkel and Herbert Bryant

Rollo H. A. Bryant

M, b. 30 September 1909, d. 2 October 2004
Father*Herbert Bryant
Mother*Emelia Merkel
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 September 1909Rollo H. A. Bryant was born on 30 September 1909 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel.
Marriage21 February 1936Rollo H. A. Bryant married Elva E. Gade on 21 February 1936.
Marriage30 March 1975Rollo H. A. Bryant married Clara W. Krey, daughter of Edward Emil Krey and Ella Ida Kopf, on 30 March 1975.
Death2 October 2004Rollo H. A. Bryant died on 2 October 2004 at age 95 Rollo H. A. Bryant, age 95, of Reedsburg, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 2, 2004, at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. He was born on Sept. 30, 1909, in Sauk County, the son of Herbert and Emelia (Merkel) Bryant. On Feb. 21, 1936, he was united in marriage to the former Elva E. Gade. She preceded him in death on May 2, 1972. He later married the former Clara Krey Crane on March 30, 1975. Rollo was a lifelong farmer in the town of Excelsior. He was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church, the Golden Agers, the Reedsburg Senior Citizens and the Tuesday Senior Bowling League. He enjoyed playing cards, hunting, fishing and sports of all kinds. He is survived by his wife, Clara; a daughter, Verla (Chub) Klingenmeyer of North Freedom; six stepchildren, Gilbert Crane, Bliss "Butch" (Maureen) Crane and Patsy (Dennis) Reetz all of Neshkoro, Audrey (Richard) Knopp of Oshkosh, Barbara (David) Lovett of Waukesha, and Adrian (Darlene) Crane of Sun Prairie; nine grandchildren, Dan (Colleen), Craig, Keith, Kathy (Ken), Vicki (Mike), Debbie (Alan), Christy (Josh), Melissa (Eric) and Michael; six great-grandchildren, Mattie, Alex, Brittany, Kaitlyn, Stephanie and Ryan; nieces and nephews; other relatives; and friends. He was preceded in death by a stepson, Dean Crane, in June 1967; and three sisters, Golda Schroeder, Sylvia Reinfeldt and Lola Bryant. Funeral services will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, at ST. PETER'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH, Reedsburg, with the Rev. Paul Crolius officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter's cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 4, 2004, at the HOOF FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or school would be appreciated.

Elva E. Gade

F, d. 2 May 1972
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name21 February 1936As of 21 February 1936,her married name was Bryant.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage21 February 1936Elva E. Gade married Rollo H. A. Bryant, son of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel, on 21 February 1936.
Death2 May 1972Elva E. Gade died on 2 May 1972.

Clara W. Krey

F, b. 2 May 1916, d. 28 February 2008
Father*Edward Emil Krey b. 21 Jul 1890, d. 15 Jan 1966
Mother*Ella Ida Kopf b. 17 Sep 1894, d. 28 Sep 1978
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 June 1938As of 26 June 1938,her married name was Crane.
Married Name30 March 1975As of 30 March 1975,her married name was Bryant.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 May 1916Clara W. Krey was born on 2 May 1916 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Edward Emil Krey and Ella Ida Kopf.
Marriage26 June 1938Clara W. Krey married Bliss S. Crane on 26 June 1938.
Marriage30 March 1975Clara W. Krey married Rollo H. A. Bryant, son of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel, on 30 March 1975.
Death28 February 2008Clara W. Krey died on 28 February 2008 at age 91 Clara W. Bryant, age 91, of Reedsburg, died on Thursday, Feb. 28, 2008, at Evergreen Manor in Oshkosh. She was born on May 2, 1916, in Abelman, the daughter of Edward and Ella (Kopf) Krey. On June 26, 1938, she was united in marriage to Bliss S. Crane. He preceded her in death in June 1964. She later married Rollo H. A. Bryant on March30, 1975. He died on Oct. 2, 2004. Clara was a former member of Zion Lutheran Church in Neshkoro where she was active with the Ladies Aidand taught Sunday school. She was a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary and she was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary. Clara was a Gold Star Mother. She was a faithful member of St. Peter' s Lutheran Church where she was a member of the Ladies Aid and the Golden Agers. Clara enjoyed doing handiwork, playing cards,doing crossword puzzles and growing her violets. Survivors include her children, Gilbert Crane, Bliss 'Butch' (Maureen) Crane and Patsy (Dennis) Reetz, all of Neshkoro, Audrey (Richard) Knopp of Oshkosh and Barbara (David) Lovett of Waukesha; a daughter-in-law, Darlene Crane of Sun Prairie; her step-daughter, Verla (Chub) Klingenmeyer of North Freedom; nine grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; two brothers, Raymond Krey of Baraboo and Lester 'Slug' Krey of Reedsburg; her sister, Ardell (Rex) Albers of Reedsburg; other relatives and friends. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by two sons, Dean and Adrian Crane; one brother, Edgar 'Eggs' Krey and her sister-in-law, Juanita Krey. Funeral services will be conducted at 11a.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH in Neshkorowith the Rev. Franklin Giebel officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 7p.m. on Monday at the HOOF FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg and from 9:30 a.m.until the time of the service on Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Peter' s Ladies Aid or Zion Lutheran Ladies Aid would be appreciated. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Children of Clara W. Krey and Bliss S. Crane

Golda Bryant

F, d. before October 2004
Father*Herbert Bryant
Mother*Emelia Merkel
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Schroeder.
Life EventDateDescription
Golda Bryant was the daughter of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel.
Deathbefore October 2004Golda Bryant died before October 2004.

Lola Bryant

F, d. before October 2004
Father*Herbert Bryant
Mother*Emelia Merkel
Life EventDateDescription
Lola Bryant was the daughter of Herbert Bryant and Emelia Merkel.
Deathbefore October 2004Lola Bryant died before October 2004.