Syvilla Valera Horstmann

F, b. 30 October 1931, d. 18 February 2021
Father*Henry W. Horstmann b. 25 Apr 1902, d. Mar 1982
Mother*Anna Ribbke b. 14 Feb 1914, d. Mar 1995
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Rego.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSyvilla Valera Horstmann married Patrick Rego.
Birth30 October 1931Syvilla Valera Horstmann was born on 30 October 1931 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Henry W. Horstmann and Anna Ribbke.
Death18 February 2021Syvilla Valera Horstmann died on 18 February 2021 at age 89 On Thursday, February 18, 2021, Syvilla Valera Rego, of Reedsburg, at the age of 89, peacefully passed. She was born in Loganville, WI. to Anna (Ribbke) and Henry Horstmann. As she grew up in Rock Springs she had many responsibilities as she was the oldest of 12. She was married to the late Patrick Rego. With support from her family she overcame the great challenge of being widowed at the age of 30 with five children under the age of 12.

She is preceded in passing by her son Bruce; sister Anita Schoepp; and brothers Carl, Herman and Roy Horstmann. Syvilla is survived by her daughter Patricia Rego; sons Philip (Kris) Rego, Steven (Janet) Rego, and Paul (Julie) Rego; grandchildren Thaddeus (Camilla), Trinket, Anthony, Hunter, and Connor. Also, by sisters Janette Ninneman, Lila Shimniok, Loretta Henry, Ellen Smallwood, Glenda Horstmann; brothers Henry and Reuben Horstmann; many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She waitressed for over 45 years. Most notably at Herman’s Supper Club and Pierce’s Supper Club in Baraboo. Syvilla, along with co-waiters Dorothy Steinhorst and Rita Burroughs became legendary as local icons in their profession. Syvilla found great joy in working and meeting people, so much so, that even at age 80 she was still employed at Land’s End.

Syvilla loved her church and her bowling league. She had many talents and interests, including quilting, crocheting, playing cards, cooking and canning. Mostly she enjoyed sharing these passions with her family and others. She surely touched many by the quilts and afghans she lovingly crafted and donated. Syvilla was also a dedicated blood donor and acquired many of the Red Cross gold pins given to gallon donors. She enjoyed country drives and admiring rural scenery.

A memorial service will be held at a later date when it is safer to gather and share memories. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the family which will be donated to the Rock Springs Community Center in Syvilla’s name. The family extends their gratitude to the staff at the Sauk County Health Care Center for all of their loving and wonderful care over the past few years.

Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg is assisting with the arrangements.

Patrick Rego

M, d. before November 2013
Life EventDateDescription
MarriagePatrick Rego married Syvilla Valera Horstmann, daughter of Henry W. Horstmann and Anna Ribbke.
Deathbefore November 2013Patrick Rego died before November 2013.

Kenneth Henry Ninnemann

M, b. 24 May 1920, d. 29 October 2000
Life EventDateDescription
Birth24 May 1920Kenneth Henry Ninnemann was born on 24 May 1920.
Death29 October 2000He died on 29 October 2000 at age 80.

(?) Shimniok

M

Gerald Henry

M

(?) Smallwood

M

Gloria (?)

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Horstmann.

Herman August Horstmann

M, b. 18 November 1939, d. 14 November 2015
Father*Henry W. Horstmann b. 25 Apr 1902, d. Mar 1982
Mother*Anna Ribbke b. 14 Feb 1914, d. Mar 1995
Herman August Horstmann 1958 senior portrait Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth18 November 1939Herman August Horstmann was born on 18 November 1939 at Westfield, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Henry W. Horstmann and Anna Ribbke.
Death14 November 2015Herman August Horstmann died on 14 November 2015 at age 75 Herman August Horstmann, 75, of Rock Springs, passed away Saturday, Nov. 14, 2015, at his residence.

Herman was born Nov. 18, 1939, in Westfield Township, to the late Henry and Anna (Ribbke) Horstmann. He attended local schools. Following graduation from Webb High School, he served in the U.S. Marine Corp.



Herman was a line inspector for Wisconsin Power and Light for many years. He was also a member of the Rock Springs Volunteer Fire Department for 28 years, and volunteered at Rock Springs Cemetery, serving on the board.

Survivors include his brothers and sisters, Syvilla Rego, Janette Ninnemann, Lila Shimniok, Loretta (Gerald) Henry, Ellen Smallwood, Glenda Horstmann, Henry (Gloria) Horstmann, Reuben (Sharon) Horstmann; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Carl H. and Roy E. Horstmann; his sister, Anita (Conrad) Schepp; nephew, Bruce Rego; niece, Janean Schepp; and three brothers-in-law, Conrad Schepp, Patrick Rego, and Kenneth Ninnemann.



Funeral services for Herman will be at 11 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015, at Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg. A time of visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will follow services with military rites at St John Cemetery in Rock Springs.
  • Herman August Horstmann graduated in 1958 at Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Sharon (?)

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Horstmann.

Roy E. Horstmann

M, b. 22 September 1948, d. 20 March 2015
Father*Henry W. Horstmann b. 25 Apr 1902, d. Mar 1982
Mother*Anna Ribbke b. 14 Feb 1914, d. Mar 1995
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 September 1948Roy E. Horstmann was born on 22 September 1948.
He was the son of Henry W. Horstmann and Anna Ribbke.
Death20 March 2015Roy E. Horstmann died on 20 March 2015 at age 66 Roy Horstmann, of Reedsburg, passed away at the age of 66 years 6 months and 18 days on Friday, March 20, 2015. Roy was born September 22, 1948, at his home in Rock Springs to Henry and Anna (Ribbke) Horstmann.

He graduated from Reedsburg Webb High School in 1967.

Roy was employed by Badger Ordinance, Rock Springs Co-Op, and most recently for Lakeside Foods in Reedsburg.

He was an avid fisherman, loved bowling and roller skating, running the roller rink in Rock Springs for several years. He was also a volunteer fireman, and first responder for Rock Springs.

Joseph F. Duren

M, b. 20 April 1926, d. 23 November 2013
Father*Jacob W. Duren b. 16 Aug 1895
Mother*Clara M. Bodendein b. 13 Dec 1904, d. 14 Jun 1993
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 April 1926Joseph F. Duren was born on 20 April 1926 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Jacob W. Duren and Clara M. Bodendein.
Marriage17 August 1948Joseph F. Duren married Laverne Vlasak on 17 August 1948.
Death23 November 2013Joseph F. Duren died on 23 November 2013 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 87 Joseph F. Duren, age 87 of Cazenovia passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Sauk Co. Health Care Center, Reedsburg. He was born on April 20, 1926 in Westford Township, Richland Co. WI the son of Jake and Clara (Bodendein) Duren. He proudly served his country during WWII in the Navy having served at Pearl Harbor, Saipan, Nagasaki, and Hiroshima within two weeks after the atomic bomb. He returned home and was married to Laverne Vlasak on August 17, 1948 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Cazenovia. This marriage was blessed with six children. Joseph was a proud farmer, did custom round baling and enjoyed his John Deere tractor. He went on many deer hunting trips with his family to the cabin at Hayward. Spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren provided great joy in his life and he loved them all.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Laverne, brothers; Donald, Dean and Raymond; Sister, Janice Braun.

He is survived by his children: Monica (Dale) Marshall of Elroy

David Duren of Cazenovia

Margaret (John) Roloff of Wonewoc

Mary (Ronald) Pyfferoen of Cazenovia

Joseph (Kathleen) Duren of LaValle

Kenneth (Beverly) Duren of Reedsburg

12 Grandchildren

18 Great Grandchildren

Brothers: Jerome Duren of DeForest

Paul (Mary Lou) Duren of Waunakee

Sister: Jeannette Michaels of Green Bay

Nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

We honor his life with a funeral service on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. in the Cazenovia Chapel with Fr. Lorin Bowens officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 26th from 3-7 P.M. at the Cazenovia Chapel. A Rosary Prayer service will be prayed at 6:30 P.M. Burial will be made in the Czech National Cemetery with military graveside rites being conducted by the Cazenovia American Legion Post 491. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Child of Joseph F. Duren and Laverne Vlasak

Laverne Vlasak

F, d. before November 2013
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name17 August 1948As of 17 August 1948,her married name was Duren.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage17 August 1948Laverne Vlasak married Joseph F. Duren, son of Jacob W. Duren and Clara M. Bodendein, on 17 August 1948.
Deathbefore November 2013Laverne Vlasak died before November 2013.

Child of Laverne Vlasak and Joseph F. Duren

Dean Duren

M, d. before November 2013
Father*Jacob W. Duren b. 16 Aug 1895
Mother*Clara M. Bodendein b. 13 Dec 1904, d. 14 Jun 1993
Life EventDateDescription
Dean Duren was the son of Jacob W. Duren and Clara M. Bodendein.
Deathbefore November 2013Dean Duren died before November 2013.

David Duren

M, b. 16 October 1950, d. 21 January 2016
Father*Joseph F. Duren b. 20 Apr 1926, d. 23 Nov 2013
Mother*Laverne Vlasak d. b Nov 2013
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 October 1950David Duren was born on 16 October 1950 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph F. Duren and Laverne Vlasak.
Death21 January 2016David Duren died on 21 January 2016 at age 65 David D. Duren, 65 of LaValle, passed away Thursday, January 21, 2016, at his residence.

David was born October 16, 1950 in Reedsburg, to the late Joseph F. and Laverne (Vlasak) Duren.

He was employed in commercial construction as an excavator, running water and sewer. David loved his yellow labs, and always had a soft spot for local stray animals.

Survivors include his son Bradley Brandt and Angi Fry with her children Nic and Jaden, of Baraboo.
His grandchildren; Dawson Brandt, Alexis Winecke, and Autumn Winecke.
His sisters; Monica (Dale) Marshall of Elroy
Margaret (John) Roloff of Wonewoc
Mary (Ronald) Pyfferoen of Cazenovia
Brothers; Joseph (Kathleen) Duren of LaValle
Ken (Beverly) Duren of Ironton.
And many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.


Funeral services for David will be held on Monday, January 25, 2016, at 11:30 am at Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg. Visitation will also be on Monday, at the funeral home from 9:30 am. Burial will follow services Champion Valley (Czech National) Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established in his name.

Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

George E. Grunke

M, d. 8 May 1979
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage12 October 1940George E. Grunke married Leona D. Schuette, daughter of August Wilhelm Schuette and Ida Caroline Krause, on 12 October 1940.
Death8 May 1979George E. Grunke died on 8 May 1979.

Elmer Kautzer

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElmer Kautzer married Elnora Green.

Child of Elmer Kautzer and Elnora Green

Elnora Green

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Kautzer.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElnora Green married Elmer Kautzer.

Child of Elnora Green and Elmer Kautzer

Clifford Schulz

M, d. January 1981
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage13 December 1936Clifford Schulz married Edna M. Nachreiner, daughter of Herman Harry Nachreiner and Olive Rowena Ward, on 13 December 1936.
DeathJanuary 1981Clifford Schulz died in January 1981.

Child of Clifford Schulz and Edna M. Nachreiner

David Schulz

M, d. before December 2012
Father*Clifford Schulz d. Jan 1981
Mother*Edna M. Nachreiner b. 7 Mar 1918, d. 28 Dec 2012
Life EventDateDescription
David Schulz was the son of Clifford Schulz and Edna M. Nachreiner.
Deathbefore December 2012David Schulz died before December 2012.

Harold Nachreiner

M, b. 1920, d. 20 February 1936
Father*Herman Harry Nachreiner b. 21 Jun 1885, d. 10 Jan 1941
Mother*Olive Rowena Ward b. 1895, d. 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1920Harold Nachreiner was born in 1920.
He was the son of Herman Harry Nachreiner and Olive Rowena Ward.
Death20 February 1936Harold Nachreiner died on 20 February 1936.

Eunice Nachreiner

F, b. after 1920
Father*Herman Harry Nachreiner b. 21 Jun 1885, d. 10 Jan 1941
Mother*Olive Rowena Ward b. 1895, d. 1936
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Mosher.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthafter 1920Eunice Nachreiner was born after 1920.
She was the daughter of Herman Harry Nachreiner and Olive Rowena Ward.

Paul Lacy

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Life EventDateDescription
MarriagePaul Lacy married Milda Richardson.

Child of Paul Lacy and Milda Richardson

Milda Richardson

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lacy.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMilda Richardson married Paul Lacy.

Child of Milda Richardson and Paul Lacy

Beverly Jean Montgomery

F, b. 19 March 1931, d. 20 October 2012
Father*Paul Edward Montgomery b. 3 Apr 1897, d. 31 Jan 1968
Mother*Myrtle M. Vogel b. 10 Feb 1898, d. 23 Oct 1970
Beverly Montgomery 1949 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name19 April 1958As of 19 April 1958,her married name was McNamara.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 March 1931Beverly Jean Montgomery was born on 19 March 1931.
She was the daughter of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Death20 October 2012Beverly Jean Montgomery died on 20 October 2012 at age 81 Beverly Jean McNamara, age 81, of Reedsburg, passed away on Saturday, October 20, 2012, at St. Clare Hospice House in Baraboo. She was born on March 19, 1931, to Paul and Myrtle (Vogel) Montgomery Sr. in Dellona Township, Sauk County, Wisconsin.

On April 19, 1958, Beverly was united in marriage to Edward McNamara. She and Ed rented an upstairs apartment at her parent’s farm, rural Reedsburg, where Ed was a hired hand on the farm. On February 24, 1969, Ed and Beverly purchased the farm from her Mother. When the couple retired from farming, they built a beautiful log home across the road from the family farm. In 2003, Beverly moved to Historic Park Senior Homes, after her beloved husband passed away. There she resided until she fell on October 7, 2012, and had to be hospitalized.

Beverly loved animals and was a regular contributor to the humane society; she also gave regularly to various veterans groups in honor of her late husband.

She loved camping, fishing and, doing crafts. She especially loved family camp outs on their farm. There are many fond memories of those camping days cherished by the entire family.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Gladys (Elias) Rathman; brother, Lyle (Norma) Montgomery, brother-in-law, LaVerne Lehman, and her feline friend Cutie.

She is survived by her sister, Hazel Lehman;

brother, Paul (Donna) Montgomery Jr., all of Reedsburg;

and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services for Beverly J. McNamara will be conducted at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 27, 2012, at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg, with Pastor Marvin Singh officiating. Burial will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home. Memorials of remembrance may be made to the Disabled America Veterans or the Human Society.
  • Beverly Jean Montgomery graduated in 1949 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Gladys Montgomery

F, b. 22 February 1918, d. 25 January 1993
Father*Paul Edward Montgomery b. 3 Apr 1897, d. 31 Jan 1968
Mother*Myrtle M. Vogel b. 10 Feb 1898, d. 23 Oct 1970
Gladys Montgomery 1936 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Rathman.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageGladys Montgomery married Elias Rathman.
Birth22 February 1918Gladys Montgomery was born on 22 February 1918.
She was the daughter of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Death25 January 1993Gladys Montgomery died on 25 January 1993 at age 74.
  • Gladys Montgomery graduated in 1936 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Elias Rathman

M, b. 1910, d. 5 September 1975
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElias Rathman married Gladys Montgomery, daughter of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Birth1910Elias Rathman was born in 1910.
Death5 September 1975He died on 5 September 1975.

Lyle Montgomery

M, d. before October 2012
Father*Paul Edward Montgomery b. 3 Apr 1897, d. 31 Jan 1968
Mother*Myrtle M. Vogel b. 10 Feb 1898, d. 23 Oct 1970
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLyle Montgomery was also known as .
Life EventDateDescription
Lyle Montgomery was the son of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
MarriageLyle Montgomery married Norma (?).
Deathbefore October 2012Lyle Montgomery died before October 2012.

Norma (?)

F, d. before October 2012
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Montgomery.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageNorma (?) married Lyle Montgomery, son of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Deathbefore October 2012Norma (?) died before October 2012.

Hazel Montgomery

F, b. 24 August 1923, d. 9 May 2015
Father*Paul Edward Montgomery b. 3 Apr 1897, d. 31 Jan 1968
Mother*Myrtle M. Vogel b. 10 Feb 1898, d. 23 Oct 1970
Hazel Montgomery 1942 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lehman.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHazel Montgomery married LaVerne F. Lehman.
Birth24 August 1923Hazel Montgomery was born on 24 August 1923.
She was the daughter of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Death9 May 2015Hazel Montgomery died on 9 May 2015 at age 91 Hazel M. Lehman, age 91, of Reedsburg, died on Saturday, May 9, 2015 in the Reedsburg Area Senior Life Center surrounded by her family. She was born on August 23, 1924 in the Town of Excelsior, Sauk County, the daughter of Paul and Myrtle (Vogel) Montgomery Sr. Hazel was a 1942 graduate of Reedsburg High School. On January 22, 1944, she was married to LaVerne F. "Slim" Lehman. Together they farmed in the Town of Ironton for many years. Hazel also worked in the dietary department at Reedsburg Area Medical Center for thirty-two years until her retirement in 1996. She was a faithful member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church where she was active with the Ladies Aid and the Golden Agers. Hazel was also a member of the Wheelersburg Homemakers for over sixty-nine years. She will be remembered for her love of traveling. Survivors include her two children: Jerry (Connie) Lehman, of Reedsburg and Marlene (Rusty) Glover, of Cape Coral, Florida; two grandsons: Mark and Kurt Lehman; four great-grandchildren: Chase, Jack, Ben and Finley Lehman; one brother: Paul (Donna) Montgomery, of Reedsburg; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, LaVerne, on April 30, 1977; her parents; her grandson: Todd Neises; two sisters: Gladys Rathman and Beverly McNamara; and one brother: Lyle Montgomery. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Pastor Paul Crolius officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. on Tuesday at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg and from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service on Wednesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Peter's Lutheran Church or the Reedsburg Area Senior Life Center would be appreciated. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.
  • Hazel Montgomery graduated in 1942 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Child of Hazel Montgomery and LaVerne F. Lehman

LaVerne F. Lehman

M, d. 30 April 1977
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLaVerne F. Lehman was also known as Slim.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLaVerne F. Lehman married Hazel Montgomery, daughter of Paul Edward Montgomery and Myrtle M. Vogel.
Death30 April 1977LaVerne F. Lehman died on 30 April 1977.

Child of LaVerne F. Lehman and Hazel Montgomery