Ella Caroline Westphal

F, b. 26 March 1907, d. 27 August 1990
Father*Robert Herman Westphal b. 13 Mar 1882, d. 1959
Mother*Ida Prieskorn b. 14 Nov 1886, d. 2 Jul 1967
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name3 November 1923As of 3 November 1923,her married name was Fitzgerald.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 March 1907Ella Caroline Westphal was born on 26 March 1907 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
She was the daughter of Robert Herman Westphal and Ida Prieskorn.
Marriage3 November 1923Ella Caroline Westphal married Albert J. Fitzgerald on 3 November 1923 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
Death27 August 1990Ella Caroline Westphal died on 27 August 1990 at Royal Oak, Michigan, at age 83.

Herbert R. Westphal

M, b. 5 February 1909, d. 24 August 1959
Father*Robert Herman Westphal b. 13 Mar 1882, d. 1959
Mother*Ida Prieskorn b. 14 Nov 1886, d. 2 Jul 1967
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHerbert R. Westphal married Stella (?).
Birth5 February 1909Herbert R. Westphal was born on 5 February 1909 at Michigan.
He was the son of Robert Herman Westphal and Ida Prieskorn.
Death24 August 1959Herbert R. Westphal died on 24 August 1959 at age 50.
Burialafter 24 August 1959He was buried after 24 August 1959 at Grand Lawn Cemetery, Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, military headstone ordered.

Arnold Westphal

M, b. 13 October 1912, d. 15 July 1980
Father*Robert Herman Westphal b. 13 Mar 1882, d. 1959
Mother*Ida Prieskorn b. 14 Nov 1886, d. 2 Jul 1967
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 October 1912Arnold Westphal was born on 13 October 1912 at Michigan.
He was the son of Robert Herman Westphal and Ida Prieskorn.
Marriage1 January 1944Arnold Westphal married Mary Ann Grodecki on 1 January 1944 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
Death15 July 1980Arnold Westphal died on 15 July 1980 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan, at age 67.

Elmer Westphal

M, b. 21 May 1916, d. 15 January 1980
Father*Robert Herman Westphal b. 13 Mar 1882, d. 1959
Mother*Ida Prieskorn b. 14 Nov 1886, d. 2 Jul 1967
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 May 1916Elmer Westphal was born on 21 May 1916 at Michigan.
He was the son of Robert Herman Westphal and Ida Prieskorn.
Marriage20 December 1942Elmer Westphal married Florence Nagorski on 20 December 1942 at Sandusky, Ohio.
Death15 January 1980Elmer Westphal died on 15 January 1980 at age 63.

Elmer Emil Gaiefski

M, b. 30 June 1914, d. 6 February 1973
Father*Emil Gaiefski b. 6 Jan 1888, d. 18 Jun 1935
Mother*Bertha Prieskorn b. 16 Oct 1893
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 June 1914Elmer Emil Gaiefski was born on 30 June 1914 at Michigan.
He was the son of Emil Gaiefski and Bertha Prieskorn.
Marriage3 July 1948Elmer Emil Gaiefski married Eleanor Ruth Van Vliet on 3 July 1948 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
Death6 February 1973Elmer Emil Gaiefski died on 6 February 1973 at Michigan at age 58.

Norman Gaiefski

M, b. circa 1917
Father*Emil Gaiefski b. 6 Jan 1888, d. 18 Jun 1935
Mother*Bertha Prieskorn b. 16 Oct 1893
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1917Norman Gaiefski was born circa 1917 at Michigan.
He was the son of Emil Gaiefski and Bertha Prieskorn.

Irene Gaiefski

F, b. circa 1918
Father*Emil Gaiefski b. 6 Jan 1888, d. 18 Jun 1935
Mother*Bertha Prieskorn b. 16 Oct 1893
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name15 October 1938As of 15 October 1938,her married name was Holewinski.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1918Irene Gaiefski was born circa 1918 at Michigan.
She was the daughter of Emil Gaiefski and Bertha Prieskorn.
Marriage15 October 1938Irene Gaiefski married Norman Holewinski on 15 October 1938 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.

Wilhelmina (?)

F, b. circa 1865, d. after 1930
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationWilhelmina (?) was also known as Minnie (?).
Married NameHer married name was Gaiefski.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageWilhelmina (?) married Charles Gaiefski.
Birthcirca 1865Wilhelmina (?) was born circa 1865 at Germany.
Deathafter 1930She died after 1930.

Child of Wilhelmina (?) and Charles Gaiefski

Charles Gaiefski

M, d. before 1930
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageCharles Gaiefski married Wilhelmina (?).
Deathbefore 1930Charles Gaiefski died before 1930.

Child of Charles Gaiefski and Wilhelmina (?)

Eleanor Ruth Van Vliet

F, b. 31 August 1917, d. 24 June 1972
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name3 July 1948As of 3 July 1948,her married name was Gaiefski.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth31 August 1917Eleanor Ruth Van Vliet was born on 31 August 1917 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
Marriage3 July 1948She married Elmer Emil Gaiefski, son of Emil Gaiefski and Bertha Prieskorn, on 3 July 1948 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.
Death24 June 1972Eleanor Ruth Van Vliet died on 24 June 1972 at Michigan at age 54.

Norman Holewinski

M, b. circa 1914
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1914Norman Holewinski was born circa 1914 at Michigan.
Marriage15 October 1938He married Irene Gaiefski, daughter of Emil Gaiefski and Bertha Prieskorn, on 15 October 1938 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.

Fern Louise Sinsel

F, b. circa 1920
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name21 May 1946As of 21 May 1946,her married name was Mayer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1920Fern Louise Sinsel was born circa 1920 at Michigan.
Marriage21 May 1946She married William Herman Mayer, son of (?) Mayer and Edna Steinke, on 21 May 1946 at Detroit, Wayne, Michigan.

Joseph Matthew Affholder

M, b. 21 January 1886, d. 21 January 1961
Joseph Affholder 1910
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoseph Matthew Affholder was also known as Afholder.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 January 1886Joseph Matthew Affholder was born on 21 January 1886 at Kitchener, Ontario, Canada.
Marriage5 February 1910He married Mary Pataska on 5 February 1910 at Ohio.
Death21 January 1961Joseph Matthew Affholder died on 21 January 1961 at Wisconsin at age 75 Joseph M Affholder obituary.
La Crosse Sunday Tribune January 22, 1961 - Joseph M Affholder obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
1940La Crosse, La Crosse, WisconsinJoseph Matthew Affholder was listed as the head of a family on the 1940 Census at La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin.1
  • On 11 February 1960 Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder 50th wedding anniversary article.
    Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder
    Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder 50th wedding anniversary article 11 Feb 1960 The La Crosse Tribune (La Crosse, WI)

Children of Joseph Matthew Affholder and Mary Pataska

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4491; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 32-37.

Mary Pataska

F, b. 4 July 1887, d. 29 October 1962
Mary Pataska 1910
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name5 February 1910As of 5 February 1910,her married name was Afholder.
Married Name5 February 1910As of 5 February 1910,her married name was Affholder.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 July 1887Mary Pataska was born on 4 July 1887 at La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Marriage5 February 1910She married Joseph Matthew Affholder on 5 February 1910 at Ohio.
Death29 October 1962Mary Pataska died on 29 October 1962 at Wisconsin at age 75.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940La Crosse, La Crosse, WisconsinMary Pataska was listed as wife in Joseph Matthew Affholder's household on the 1940 Census at La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin.1
  • On 11 February 1960 Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder 50th wedding anniversary article.
    Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder
    Mary Pataska - Joseph Affholder 50th wedding anniversary article 11 Feb 1960 The La Crosse Tribune (La Crosse, WI)

Children of Mary Pataska and Joseph Matthew Affholder

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4491; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 32-37.

Faye Affholder

F, b. 23 February 1914, d. 18 November 2007
Father*Joseph Matthew Affholder b. 21 Jan 1886, d. 21 Jan 1961
Mother*Mary Pataska b. 4 Jul 1887, d. 29 Oct 1962
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationFaye Affholder was also known as Afholder.
Married Name8 November 1941As of 8 November 1941,her married name was Runice.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 February 1914Faye Affholder was born on 23 February 1914 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Matthew Affholder and Mary Pataska.
Marriage8 November 1941Faye Affholder married William Runice on 8 November 1941 Faye Affholder and William Runice marriage announcement.
La Crosse Tribune And Leader Press November 10, 1941 - Faye Affholder and William Runice marriage announcement
Death18 November 2007Faye Affholder died on 18 November 2007 at age 93.
Census DateLocationDescription
1940La Crosse, La Crosse, WisconsinFaye Affholder was listed as a daughter in Joseph Matthew Affholder's household on the 1940 Census at La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: La Crosse, La Crosse, Wisconsin; Roll: T627_4491; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 32-37.

William Runice

M
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage8 November 1941William Runice married Faye Affholder, daughter of Joseph Matthew Affholder and Mary Pataska, on 8 November 1941 Faye Affholder and William Runice marriage announcement.
La Crosse Tribune And Leader Press November 10, 1941 - Faye Affholder and William Runice marriage announcement

Joseph Dawson

M, b. 1909, d. 1979
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1909Joseph Dawson was born in 1909.
Marriagebefore February 1960He married Patience Marie Affholder, daughter of Joseph Matthew Affholder and Mary Pataska, before February 1960.
Death1979Joseph Dawson died in 1979.

Shirley Ann Schulting

F, b. 5 August 1939, d. 10 August 1998
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1960As of 1960,her married name was Hoadley.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 August 1939Shirley Ann Schulting was born on 5 August 1939 at Illinois.
Marriage1960She married Elton James Hoadley, son of Leonard George Hoadley Sr. and Kathryn Audrey Attenburg, in 1960.
Death10 August 1998Shirley Ann Schulting died on 10 August 1998 at Iowa at age 59.

Orville John Bailey

M, b. 6 June 1896, d. December 1967
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageOrville John Bailey married Sylvia Martin.
Birth6 June 1896Orville John Bailey was born on 6 June 1896 at Richland, Wisconsin.
DeathDecember 1967He died in December 1967 at age 71 Orville Bailey obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal December 17, 1967 - Orville Bailey obituary

Children of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin

Sylvia Martin

F, b. 1897, d. 1987
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Bailey.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSylvia Martin married Orville John Bailey.
Birth1897Sylvia Martin was born in 1897.
Death1987She died in 1987.

Children of Sylvia Martin and Orville John Bailey

Harold Lewis

M, d. before 1950
Life EventDateDescription
Deathbefore 1950Harold Lewis died before 1950 at died in truck accident.
Marriagebefore 1950He married Winnifred Lucille Bailey, daughter of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin, before 1950.

Anthony J. Weitzel

M, b. 28 May 1952, d. 9 October 2018
Father*Lawrence Jacob Weitzel b. 2 Jul 1918, d. 19 Oct 1999
Mother*Winnifred Lucille Bailey b. 28 Apr 1922, d. 18 Sep 2015
Anthony J (Tony) Weitzel
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAnthony J. Weitzel was also known as Tony.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 May 1952Anthony J. Weitzel was born on 28 May 1952 at Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Lawrence Jacob Weitzel and Winnifred Lucille Bailey.
Death9 October 2018Anthony J. Weitzel died on 9 October 2018 at age 66 Anthony “Tony” J. Weitzel, age 66, of North Freedom died Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at his home. He was born on May 28, 1952, in Richland Center the son of Lawrence “Larry” J. and Winnifred “Winnie” Lucille (Bailey) Weitzel. He grew up on their generational home farm near Bear Valley, WI.
Tony graduated from Ithaca High School and he worked in sales for Don Larson in Baraboo, Snap-On Tools and Thrivent Financial. His knowledge in automobiles and insurance greatly benefited many people.
He was a very hard working and forgiving man, who fought a long hard battle against Brain Cancer. Tony was diagnosed with a Grade Four Astrocytoma a (Glioblastoma) brain tumor. His strong will and desire to continue to father his daughter helped him fight through three surgeries and the maximum amount of radiation treatments.
His sense of humor, smiles, keen sense of trust and willingness to always be there for others when they needed him will be truly missed. Tony’s passions in life were working on his family farm and watching his daughter play softball.
Tony was very fortunate to have recently attended the 2018 Brewer’s Championship Game with his daughter and close friends through the generosity of Agrace Hospice Care. He was very happy to be able to do such memorable things even towards the end of his life.
He loved to hunt squirrel and deer, and have bonfires at his home. Tony's memory is a blessing to many.

Survivors include his daughter, age 16, Ashlee Weitzel of North Freedom; a brother Jim Lewis of La Crosse, WI; cousins, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Celebration of Tony’s Life will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at 11:00 AM at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home in Richland Center. Burial will be held at a later date at St. Mary’s Keyesville Cemetery.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 20, 2018 from 9:00 AM until the time of services at 11:00 AM. A potluck luncheon will be held following services at the funeral home.

Muriel Bailey

F, d. before 2015
Father*Orville John Bailey b. 6 Jun 1896, d. Dec 1967
Mother*Sylvia Martin b. 1897, d. 1987
Life EventDateDescription
Muriel Bailey was the daughter of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin.
Deathbefore 2015Muriel Bailey died before 2015.

Pauline Bailey

F, d. before 2015
Father*Orville John Bailey b. 6 Jun 1896, d. Dec 1967
Mother*Sylvia Martin b. 1897, d. 1987
Life EventDateDescription
Pauline Bailey was the daughter of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin.
Deathbefore 2015Pauline Bailey died before 2015.

Gurvase Bailey

M, d. before 2015
Father*Orville John Bailey b. 6 Jun 1896, d. Dec 1967
Mother*Sylvia Martin b. 1897, d. 1987
Life EventDateDescription
Gurvase Bailey was the son of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin.
Deathbefore 2015Gurvase Bailey died before 2015.

Gordon M. Bailey

M, b. 17 June 1919, d. 23 November 1991
Father*Orville John Bailey b. 6 Jun 1896, d. Dec 1967
Mother*Sylvia Martin b. 1897, d. 1987
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 June 1919Gordon M. Bailey was born on 17 June 1919.
He was the son of Orville John Bailey and Sylvia Martin.
Death23 November 1991Gordon M. Bailey died on 23 November 1991 at age 72.

Frank David Fry

M, b. 23 March 1881, d. 8 May 1965
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageFrank David Fry married Victoria Bell Robinson.
Birth23 March 1881Frank David Fry was born on 23 March 1881.
Death8 May 1965He died on 8 May 1965 at age 84.

Children of Frank David Fry and Victoria Bell Robinson

Victoria Bell Robinson

F, b. 3 September 1888, d. 26 September 1968
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Fry.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageVictoria Bell Robinson married Frank David Fry.
Birth3 September 1888Victoria Bell Robinson was born on 3 September 1888.
Death26 September 1968She died on 26 September 1968 at Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin, at age 80.

Children of Victoria Bell Robinson and Frank David Fry

Gerald Clarence Fry

M, b. 12 January 1923, d. 25 July 2021
Father*Frank David Fry b. 23 Mar 1881, d. 8 May 1965
Mother*Victoria Bell Robinson b. 3 Sep 1888, d. 26 Sep 1968
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 January 1923Gerald Clarence Fry was born on 12 January 1923.
He was the son of Frank David Fry and Victoria Bell Robinson.
Marriagecirca 1943Gerald Clarence Fry married Erma Alice Marshall circa 1943.
Death25 July 2021Gerald Clarence Fry died on 25 July 2021 at age 98 Gerald C. Fry age 98 years young, passed peacefully into eternal life on July 25, 2021 at Pine Valley Community Village. Born in Richland County to Frank David Fry and Victoria Bell Robinson. He grew up on the family farm surrounded by the love of family.

While hauling milk for the Ash Creek Cheese Factory, he met Erma Alice Marshall, his lifelong love and together they celebrated 75 wonderful years of marriage.

Gerald and Erma worked side-by-side in the cheese making business for 49 years. He made great cheese and enjoyed having his son Fred and grandson Dan join him in the business for many years. Even after working 12-14 hour days, he always found time for his family. He retired from the Sylvan Creamery Company in 1978. He enjoyed retirement to the fullest. He loved spending time with family and friends on Red Cedar lake; camping in their shiny RV and going fishing at the crack of dawn! Captain Gerald made sure that everyone in the boat caught fish! His Captain duties didn't stop on the water as he would then clean all the fish so Erma could fry them.

He was always up for an adventure, whether it was a hot game of euchre, snowmobiling with friends, deer hunting, visiting Erma's favorite cousins on the Parker Centennial Farm, or traveling in his polished RV. Some of those travels included Canada, Alaska, Hawaii and the west coast.

A man with many talents, he was a self-taught plumber, electrician, HVAC, welder, builder, painter, auto mechanic, and there wasn't anything he couldn't fix! He enjoyed cutting wood to heat their home and continued his daily 1-2 mile walk well into his 90's! Because of his strong work ethic, if family or friends needed help, he was always there to assist them, no matter how big of task! Gerald always had a smile and his laugh would light up a room. Gerald and Erma never missed an opportunity to dance as they both loved music and dancing. He enjoyed country music and two of his favorites were Cab Driver and the Yellow Rose of Texas!

He was a WWII veteran and proudly served in the US Army. Family was very important to him, especially at Christmas time. Everyone would gather for a homemade meal, prepared by Erma, and served with his favorite pumpkin pie! He always said he only liked two kinds of pie, hot and cold!

Gerald is survived by his daughter Alice (Clinton) Soule; three grandchildren Danny (Lori) Fry, Deborah (Kevin) McCoy, Tammy Fry (Walter Judy); three great grandchildren Bill (Ashley) Fry, Michael (Amber) McCoy and James McCoy; six great great grandchildren Dominyk, and MariJessy Fry, Bradley, Aliyah, Tatum, and Kevin “Harry” McCoy; sister, Fern Bingham; many nieces and nephews, dear friends Norma and the late Jim Waldsmith, Jeanette and John Kaderavek and very special neighbors Nate, Barbara, Logan and Brenna Olson. Gerald and Erma always enjoyed Logan and Brenna's early morning visits for coffee and cornflakes!

He was preceded in death by his wife, Erma; son and daughter-in-law Frederick and Mary Fry; great granddaughter Heather Fry, his parents; brothers Clyde, Floyd, Harold; sisters Ruby White, Melva Keller, and Shirley Bindl.


A celebration of Gerald's life will be October 4, 2021 from 3:00 -8:00p.m. at Chapters on the Horizon, 12815 River Drive, Viola, WI. Ron Fruit will lead us in a tribute to Gerald at 4:30 p.m. Please bring a story or memory to share. A private military burial will be on October 5, 2021.

Erma Alice Marshall

F, b. 29 April 1920, d. 4 April 2018
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1943As of circa 1943,her married name was Fry.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 April 1920Erma Alice Marshall was born on 29 April 1920.
Marriagecirca 1943She married Gerald Clarence Fry, son of Frank David Fry and Victoria Bell Robinson, circa 1943.
Death4 April 2018Erma Alice Marshall died on 4 April 2018 at age 97 The last chapter in the life of Erma A. Fry closed on April 4th, 2018, just 25 days short of her 98th birthday. Born in Marshall Township, to Loyal and Emma (Hatfield) Marshall, she grew up surrounded by family. Erma attended Richland Center High School and achieved a teaching certificate from Richland County Normal.
While teaching at the Oak Ridge one room school, she met her lifelong love, and partner in 75 years of marriage, Gerald C. Fry. When asked the secret for a long marriage, Erma said, “A good marriage is give and take, mostly give…”
Gerald and Erma worked side-by-side in the cheese making business for 49 years, retiring at the Sylvan Creamery Company in 1978. Their exceptional retirement was filled with many happy times with family and friends on Red Cedar Lake camping in their RV and going fishing at the crack of dawn! They also enjoyed playing cards, snowmobiling and traveling to Canada, Alaska and the west coast in the RV.
Home making and family were her true passions. She was a member of the Sylvan Homemakers for 50 years. Her delicious family meals with homemade bread and pie, bountiful garden and fragrant roses delighted many. Her door was always open and her cookie jar was full. Erma kept a daily diary for 61 years which she was very proud that she never missed a day!

Erma is survived by her husband Gerald; daughter Alice (Clinton) Soule; three grandchildren Danny (Lori) Fry, Deborah (Kevin) McCoy, Tammy Fry (Walter Judy); three great grandchildren Bill (Ashley) Fry, Michael (Amber) McCoy and James McCoy; six great great grandchildren Dominyk, and MariJessy Fry, Bradley, Aliyah, Tatum, and Kevin “Harry” McCoy; along with sister in laws Hazel Marshal and Fern Bingham; many nieces and nephews; dear friends Norma and the late Jim Waldsmith, Jeanette and John Kaderavek and special neighbors Nate, Barbara, Logan and Brenna Olson; all her Parker cousins and loved visiting the Parker Centennial Farm for family gatherings.

She was preceded in death by her son and daughter-in-law Frederick and Mary Fry; great granddaughter Heather Fry; her siblings and in-laws LaVern (Gerry) Marshall, Raymond Marshall, James (Patricia) Marshall, Marvel (Donald) Gerhardt and Amy (Melvin) Crary.
Erma will long be remembered for her unwavering faith, her great strength and impeccable character, and beautiful smile. God bless the memory of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend.

A Celebration of Erma’s Wonderful Life will be held at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home on Monday, April 16th, 2018 at Noon with Ron Fruit officiating. Burial will be held in the Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 16th, 2018 at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until the time of service.