Mary Margaret Gruber

F, b. 1912, d. 7 February 1967
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1935As of before 1935,her married name was Mueller.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1912Mary Margaret Gruber was born in 1912 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Marriagebefore 1935Mary Margaret Gruber married Wilbert H. Mueller, son of Francis Xavier Mueller and Alice Helen Josephine Beaver, before 1935.
Death7 February 1967Mary Margaret Gruber died on 7 February 1967.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMary Margaret Gruber was listed as a daughter in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Mary Margaret Gruber and Wilbert H. Mueller

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Edward J. Gruber

M, b. 1914, d. 1984
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageEdward J. Gruber married Alfrieda Paulus, daughter of Albert J. Paulus and Caroline Haas.
Birth1914Edward J. Gruber was born in 1914 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Death1984Edward J. Gruber died in 1984.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinEdward J. Gruber was listed as a son in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Elizabeth Cecelia Gruber

F, b. 26 May 1916, d. 25 September 2000
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Brummer.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElizabeth Cecelia Gruber married William John Brummer.
Birth26 May 1916Elizabeth Cecelia Gruber was born on 26 May 1916 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Death25 September 2000Elizabeth Cecelia Gruber died on 25 September 2000 at age 84.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinElizabeth Cecelia Gruber was listed as a daughter in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Grace Alma Gruber

F, b. 20 September 1918, d. 6 May 2002
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Scallon.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageGrace Alma Gruber married James Scallon.
Birth20 September 1918Grace Alma Gruber was born on 20 September 1918 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Death6 May 2002Grace Alma Gruber died on 6 May 2002 at Wisconsin at age 83.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinGrace Alma Gruber was listed as a daughter in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Rosemary Gruber

F, b. 30 November 1921, d. 27 February 1980
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Birkholz.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageRosemary Gruber married (?) Birkholz.
Birth30 November 1921Rosemary Gruber was born on 30 November 1921 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Death27 February 1980Rosemary Gruber died on 27 February 1980 at age 58.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinRosemary Gruber was listed as a daughter in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Michael John Gruber

M, b. 10 April 1925, d. 9 October 1992
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Mike Gruber 1945
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMichael John Gruber was also known as Mike J.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 April 1925Michael John Gruber was born on 10 April 1925 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Marriage1945Michael John Gruber married Betty Jean Standish in 1945 at Wisconsin Wedding party of Mike Gruber and Betty Jean Standish.
Wedding party of Mike Gruber and Betty Jean Standish 1945
Divorcebefore 1973Michael John Gruber and Betty Jean Standish were divorced before 1973.
Death9 October 1992Michael John Gruber died on 9 October 1992 at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, at age 67 Mike J Gruber obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal October 11, 1992 - Mike J Gruber obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMichael John Gruber was listed as a son in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
  • Michael John Gruber was the best man at the wedding of John Laverne Niemann Jr and Naomi Prieskorn Mercer on 12 April 1944 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Loreto, Sauk, Wisconsin; The marriage of Miss Naomi Mercer, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Mercer, Spring Green, to John L. Niemann, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. John Niemann of Loganville, took place Apr. 12 in St. Patrick's church at Spring Green.2

Child of Michael John Gruber and Betty Jean Standish

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.
  2. [S1] AR
    "She personally got the information on the Mercer family from Naomi Mercer Niemann" Faye "Crotchett" Jones
    Mrs. G. E. Jones
    Morrilton, Genealogy Crotchett --- Tanner, Page 135.

Elmer A. Gruber

M, b. 29 December 1928, d. 19 May 1975
Father*Michael Gruber Jr. b. 19 Apr 1887, d. 16 Jun 1964
Mother*Mary A. Pletzer b. 17 Feb 1888, d. 8 May 1981
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 December 1928Elmer A. Gruber was born on 29 December 1928 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer.
Death19 May 1975Elmer A. Gruber died on 19 May 1975 at age 46.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 May 1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinElmer A. Gruber was listed as a son in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
  • Tech 5 U.S. Army.

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED34. Dwelling 78.

Anthony John Gruber

M, b. July 1893, d. 1972
Father*Michael Gruber b. 23 Apr 1849, d. 30 Jan 1931
Mother*Frances Ruhland b. 24 Oct 1848, d. 9 Apr 1925
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAnthony John Gruber was also known as Anton John.
Name VariationAnthony John Gruber was also known as Tony.
Name VariationAnthony John Gruber was also known as Antony.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAnthony John Gruber married Clara B. Soeldner, daughter of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
BirthJuly 1893Anthony John Gruber was born in July 1893 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Michael Gruber and Frances Ruhland.
Death1972Anthony John Gruber died in 1972.
Census DateLocationDescription
5 June 1900Bear Creek, Sauk, WisconsinAnthony John Gruber was listed as a son in Michael Gruber's household on the 1900 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
20 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAnthony John Gruber was listed as a brother in Michael Gruber Jr.'s household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Mike Gruber.2
8 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAnthony John Gruber was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1900; Census Place: Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: T623_1816; Page: 1B; Enumeration District: 129.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 92.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, stamp 227A line 44 Farm 67. ED178.

Clara B. Soeldner

F, b. April 1897, d. August 1950
Father*Joseph Soeldner b. Mar 1869, d. 1944
Mother*Kathryn Roth b. Oct 1872, d. 1952
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Gruber.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageClara B. Soeldner married Anthony John Gruber, son of Michael Gruber and Frances Ruhland.
BirthApril 1897Clara B. Soeldner was born in April 1897 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
DeathAugust 1950Clara B. Soeldner died in August 1950 at age 53 Mrs Anthony Gruber (Clara Soeldner) obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal August 27, 1950 - Mrs Anthony Gruber (Clara Soeldner) obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinClara B. Soeldner was listed as a daughter in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinClara B. Soeldner was listed as a daughter in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
8 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinClara B. Soeldner was listed as wife in Anthony John Gruber's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of Clara B. Soeldner and Anthony John Gruber

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, stamp 227A line 44 Farm 67. ED178.

Joseph A. Gruber

M, b. 1926, d. 1949
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJoseph A. Gruber was also known as Joe.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1926Joseph A. Gruber was born in 1926 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
Death1949Joseph A. Gruber died in 1949.

Fred J. Gruber

M, b. 1921, d. April 1939
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1921Fred J. Gruber was born in 1921 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
DeathApril 1939Fred J. Gruber died in April 1939 at hospital, Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, Fred Gruber death notice (kicked by horse).
Racine Journal Times April 13, 1939 - Fred Gruber death notice

Joseph Soeldner

M, b. March 1869, d. 1944
Father*(?) Soeldner d. b 1900
Mother*Thresa (?) b. 20 Dec 1831, d. 28 Jun 1910
Life EventDateDescription
BirthMarch 1869Joseph Soeldner was born in March 1869 at Germany.
He was the son of (?) Soeldner and Thresa (?).
Marriagecirca 1893Joseph Soeldner married Kathryn Roth, daughter of (?) Roth, circa 1893.
Death1944Joseph Soeldner died in 1944.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinJoseph Soeldner was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
5 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
  • Joseph Soeldner immigrated in 1884.

Children of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED178. Dwelling 23.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 34; Image: 439.0.

Kathryn Roth

F, b. October 1872, d. 1952
Father*(?) Roth
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationKathryn Roth was also known as Ruth.
Name VariationKathryn Roth was also known as Root.
Name VariationKathryn Roth was also known as Katharina.
Name VariationKathryn Roth was also known as Kate.
Married Namecirca 1893As of circa 1893,her married name was Soeldner.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthOctober 1872Kathryn Roth was born in October 1872 at Germany.
She was the daughter of (?) Roth.
Marriagecirca 1893Kathryn Roth married Joseph Soeldner, son of (?) Soeldner and Thresa (?), circa 1893.
Death1952Kathryn Roth died in 1952.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinKathryn Roth was listed as wife in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinKathryn Roth was listed as wife in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
5 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinKathryn Roth was listed as wife in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinKathryn Roth was listed as wife in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
  • Kathryn Roth immigrated in 1892.
  • She had 4 with 4 living in 1900 children.
  • She had 9 with 9 living in 1910 children.

Children of Kathryn Roth and Joseph Soeldner

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED178. Dwelling 23.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 34; Image: 439.0.

Lucille Gruber

F, b. 1917, d. 1980
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLucille Gruber was also known as Aunt Lou.
Married NameMay 1939As of May 1939,her married name was Brey.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1917Lucille Gruber was born in 1917 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
MarriageMay 1939Lucille Gruber married Herman Brey, son of Arthur John Brey and Anastasia Brickl, in May 1939 Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times on 07 May 1939.
Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times on 07 May 1939, including Edward Hofer and Herman Brey
Death1980Lucille Gruber died in 1980.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinLucille Gruber was listed as a daughter in Anthony John Gruber's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Lucille Gruber and Herman Brey

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, stamp 227A line 44 Farm 67. ED178.

Agnes F. Gruber

F, b. 1919, d. 2002
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Mrs Edward Blau (Agnes Gruber) 1940
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAgnes F. Gruber was also known as Aggie.
Married Name30 January 1940As of 30 January 1940,her married name was Blau.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1919Agnes F. Gruber was born in 1919 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
Marriage30 January 1940Agnes F. Gruber married Edward J. Blau, son of Joseph Michael Blau and Catherine Alt, on 30 January 1940 Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times 28 Jan 1940.
Agnes Gruber - Edward Blau marriage announcement 15 Feb 1940 The Capital Times (Madison, WI)
Death2002Agnes F. Gruber died in 2002.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAgnes F. Gruber was listed as a daughter in Anthony John Gruber's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Agnes F. Gruber and Edward J. Blau

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, stamp 227A line 44 Farm 67. ED178.

Clara C. Gruber

F, b. 1 November 1931, d. 14 October 2004
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 September 1954As of 25 September 1954,her married name was Louis.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 November 1931Clara C. Gruber was born on 1 November 1931 at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
Death14 October 2004Clara C. Gruber died on 14 October 2004 at age 72 Clara C. Louis, age 72 of Spring Green, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004, at St. Marys Hospital in Madison. She was born on Nov. 1, 1931, in Spring Green, the daughter of Anthony and Clara (Soeldner) Gruber. She was married on Sept. 25, 1954, to Victor F. Louis. Clara was a member of St. John's Catholic Church in Spring Green, and enjoyed bowling, card playing, gardening, lawn care, cooking, baking and spending time with her grandchildren. Clara and her husband, Vic ran the Louis Shell Station in Spring Green, for 22 years and Clara continued to manage the store for the past 21 years. Survivors include a son, Joseph (Barbara) Louis of Spring Green; a daughter, Jean (Bob) Beckel of Savage, Minn; seven grandchildren, Jeffrey, Daniel, Steven and Marcus Louis, Lisa, Shannon and Tori Beckel; a brother, Tony (Marlene) Gruber of Spring Green; a sister, Helen Jax of Gotham; a sister-in-law, Donna Gruber of Spring Green; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anthony and Clara Gruber; her husband, Victor Louis on Jan. 11, 1982, three brothers, Fred, Joe and Ray Gruber; two sisters, Lucille Brey and Agnes Blau. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004, at 11 a.m. at ST. JOHNS CATHOLIC CHURCH in Spring Green. Father Mike Resop will officiate with burial in the St. John's Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, Oct. 18, 2004, at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. The Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. John's School Endowment.

Anthony Michael Gruber

M, b. 8 April 1924, d. 6 September 2006
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAnthony Michael Gruber was also known as Antony M.
Name VariationAnthony Michael Gruber was also known as Tony.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 April 1924Anthony Michael Gruber was born on 8 April 1924 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
Marriage25 August 1956Anthony Michael Gruber married Marlene R. Bauer, daughter of Joseph Anthony Bauer and Marian Laubmeier, on 25 August 1956.
Death6 September 2006Anthony Michael Gruber died on 6 September 2006 at age 82 Anthony "Tony" Michael Gruber, age 82, of Spring Green, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2006, surrounded by his family. He was born on April 8, 1924, the son of Anthony and Clara (Soeldner) Gruber. Tony was married to the former Marlene Bauer on Aug. 25, 1956, at St. Luke's Catholic Church in Plain, and just celebrated with family their 50th wedding anniversary. Tony was a lifelong member of St. John's Catholic Church in Spring Green as well as a Knights of Columbus member. He was a retired farmer who enjoyed his family, especially his grandchildren who always brought a smile to his face. Tony is lovingly survived by his wife of 50 years, Marlene Gruber of Spring Green; daughters, Mary Jean (Jeff) Lidstone of Minnetonka, Minn., and Tammy (Emil) Diehl of Plain; sons, John (Rita) Gruber of Spring Green, and Carl (Rhonda) Gruber of Baraboo; his extended family, Sue (Mike) Corcoran of Madison, Rick (Sandy) and Fred (Tami) Gruber, both of Spring Green, and Greg (Mary) Gruber of Mauston; his grandchildren, who were the loves and meaning to his life, Derrick Lidstone, Chelsea, Andrea and Cody Diehl, Courtney Gruber, Matt and Taylor Jahn, Carter Gruber, Megan Corcoran, Toni, Ty, Taylor, Tanner and Tienna Gruber, and Jeni and Hailey Gruber; a sister, Helen Jax of Gotham; a sister-in-law, Donna Gruber of Spring Green; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Clara Gruber; a daughter-in-law, Rita Gruber, on Sept. 3, 2006; sisters, Aunt Lou Brey, Aggie Blau and Clara Louis; and brothers, Joe, Fred and Ray Gruber. Tony's love for his family has been the inspiration for his life through his years. A Mass in Memory of Tony will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2006, at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH in Spring Green at 11 a.m. Father Mike Resop will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. A gathering will be held with appetizers and desserts. Visitation will be held on Monday, Sept. 11, 2006, at ST. JOHN'S CATHOLIC CHURCH from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Memorial Fund. The family would like to thank Dr. Anderson, Dr. Bonebrake, the 4th & 5th floor staff at St. Mary's Hospital for the kind, loving care and all the "extras" provided to our husband and dad.

Marlene R. Bauer

F, b. 4 March 1935, d. 21 November 2009
Father*Joseph Anthony Bauer b. 4 Dec 1901, d. 16 Nov 1986
Mother*Marian Laubmeier b. 30 Sep 1911, d. 23 Nov 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 August 1956As of 25 August 1956,her married name was Gruber.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 March 1935Marlene R. Bauer was born on 4 March 1935 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Anthony Bauer and Marian Laubmeier.
Marriage25 August 1956Marlene R. Bauer married Anthony Michael Gruber, son of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner, on 25 August 1956.
Death21 November 2009Marlene R. Bauer died on 21 November 2009 at age 74 Marlene Rose (Bauer) Gruber, age 74, of Plain, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 21, 2009.

She was born on March 4, 1935, the daughter of Joseph and Marian (Laubmaier) Bauer. Marlene was married to Anthony 'Tony' Gruber, on August 25, 1956, at St. Luke' s Catholic Church in Plain. She was a lifelong member of St. John' s Catholic Church, in Spring Green, as well as a PCCW member. Marlene and Tony started the Monday morning prayer group, at St. John' s Church, in 2002.

Marlene' s first priority in life was her family, her husband, her children and her grandchildren. She also had successful careers at Capital Airlines, the Round Barn Lodge and Restaurant, the Spring Green Restaurant and Arthur' s. Marlene enjoyed helping her son-in-law at I-Diehl Tap and meeting new people, while developing lasting friendships. She loved watching and cheering on her favorite teams, the Brewers, the Packers, and especially her grandchildren playing sports. She was their biggest fan and so proud of them. Marlene loved to travel and started during her years at Capital Airlines.

Marlene is lovingly survived by her daughters, Mary Jean (Jeff) Lidstone of Minnetonka, Minn., Tammy (Emil) Diehl of Plain; her sons, John Gruber of Spring Green, Carl (Rhonda) Gruber of Baraboo; her extended family, Sue (Mike) Corcoran of Madison, Rick (Sandy) and Fred (Tami) Gruber of Spring Green and Greg (Mary) Gruber of Mauston; her grandchildren, who were the loves and meaning to her life, Derrick Lidstone, Chelsea, Andrea and Cody Diehl, Matthew and Taylor Jahn, Carter Gruber, Megan Corcoran, Toni, Ty, Taylor, Tanner and Tienna Gruber, Jeni and Hailey Gruber; her sisters, Donna (Ray, deceased) Gruber of Spring Green, Evelyn (Gerald) Watson of Dodgeville, Betty Ann (Harlan) Meister of Chatham, Ill., and Delores (Eugene) Neuheisel of Spring Green; a sister-in-law, Helen Jax of Gotham; a brother-in-law; Bill Bergman of Plain; nieces; nephews; and other relatives and friends.

Marlene was preceded in death by her husband, Tony; her parents, Marian and Joseph Bauer; her daughter-in-law, Rita Gruber; her granddaughter, Courtney Kessenich Gruber; her sisters, Mary Bauer, Luella (Butch) Haas, Josephine Bauer, and Gerri Bergman.

A Mass in Memory of Marlene will be held on Wednesday, November 25, 2009, at ST. JOHN' S CATHOLIC CHURCH, in Spring Green, at 11 a.m. Father Mike Resop will officiate, with burial in the church cemetery, with a gathering following at ST. JOHN' S CATHOLIC CHURCH HALL. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at ST. JOHN' S CATHOLIC CHURCH, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and on Wednesday, at the church, from 10 a.m., until the time of Mass.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Spring Green Community Food Pantry, which she was a supporter of, or scholarship assistance for River Valley, St. Luke and St. John students.

The family would like to thank Father Mike, Sister Lynne Marie and Richardson -Stafford Funeral Home for their assistance at this difficult time. Online condolences available at www.staffordfuneralhomes.com .

Marlene' s love for her family has been the inspiration for her life, throughout the years.

Leonard C. Jax

M, b. 13 December 1930, d. 1 April 2004
Father*Leonard J. Jax d. b Apr 2004
Mother*Lucille Ferguson d. b Apr 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLeonard C. Jax was also known as Lenny.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 December 1930Leonard C. Jax was born on 13 December 1930 at Cazenovia, Richland, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Leonard J. Jax and Lucille Ferguson.
Death1 April 2004Leonard C. Jax died on 1 April 2004 at age 73 Leonard C. "Lenny" Jax, age 73, of Richland Center, passed away on Thursday, April 1, 2004, at Pine Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Richland Center, surrounded by his loving family. He had been in failing health for the past six months due to heart complications. Leonard was born on Dec. 13, 1930, in Cazenovia, son of the late Leonard J. and Lucille "Kitty" (Ferguson) Jax. The family moved to Richland Center in 1942. Lenny attended St. Mary's Catholic School and Richland Center High School, where he excelled in sports, including football, boxing and track. His relay team set a longstanding state high school record. After graduation in 1950, Lenny worked in Milwaukee for the Schlitz Brewing Company and Gateway Transportation Company. He married the former Helen Gruber of Spring Green in 1956. Together they operated Lenny and Helen's Bar in Gotham. During the 1970s and 1980s, Lenny was the manager of the V.F.W. Club in Richland Center. Throughout his life, Lenny was an outdoorsman, tramping the hills of Richland County, hunting small game and gathering hickory nuts with his favorite companions, his children, and later, his grandchildren. His love of the hills and woods is Lenny's legacy to each of them. With his unique sense of fun and his exceptional ability to make people laugh, Lenny brought cheer and optimism to many, but most especially to frail and sick friends who could rely on his frequent visits. He is survived by his daughter, Debbi Ferguson, Gotham; two sons, Dan (Colleen) Jax, Mukwonago, and Dennie Jax, Madison; five grandchildren, Lucas and Travis Ferguson of Gotham, Kelly and Tori Jax of Mukwonago, and Alyssa Jax Marty of Black Earth. Also surviving are a brother, Gene (Norita) Jax, St. Paul, Minn; two sisters, Dawn Jax Belleau, Sheboygan, Sue Jax Balistreri and fiance, Jack Davidson, DeForest; nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 5, 2004, at ST. MARY'S CATHOLIC CHURCH, Richland Center. Father Emanuel Famiyeh will preside. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, April 4, 2004, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the STAFFORD FUNERAL HOME, Richland Center, and again on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Lenny's family would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire 1st floor staff at Pine Valley, Dr. Bostwick and Dr. Evans at Richland Hospital, and all the special visits from friends for the love and support. The Stafford Funeral Home, Richland Center, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Raymond A. Gruber

M, b. 1929, d. 1969
Father*Anthony John Gruber b. Jul 1893, d. 1972
Mother*Clara B. Soeldner b. Apr 1897, d. Aug 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationRaymond A. Gruber was also known as Ray.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1929Raymond A. Gruber was born in 1929 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner.
Death1969Raymond A. Gruber died in 1969.

Herman Brey

M, b. circa 1917, d. before 1995
Father*Arthur John Brey b. 30 Aug 1892, d. 1969
Mother*Anastasia Brickl b. 8 Jan 1891, d. 1973
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1917Herman Brey was born circa 1917 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Arthur John Brey and Anastasia Brickl.
MarriageMay 1939Herman Brey married Lucille Gruber, daughter of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner, in May 1939 Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times on 07 May 1939.
Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times on 07 May 1939, including Edward Hofer and Herman Brey
Deathbefore 1995Herman Brey died before 1995.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 January 1920Franklin, Sauk, WisconsinHerman Brey was listed as a son in Arthur John Brey's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Children of Herman Brey and Lucille Gruber

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED164. Dwelling 105.

Edward J. Blau

M, b. 19 January 1917, d. 19 October 1993
Father*Joseph Michael Blau b. 6 Feb 1888, d. 23 Apr 1979
Mother*Catherine Alt b. Aug 1892, d. 11 Oct 1981
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 January 1917Edward J. Blau was born on 19 January 1917 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Michael Blau and Catherine Alt.
Marriage30 January 1940Edward J. Blau married Agnes F. Gruber, daughter of Anthony John Gruber and Clara B. Soeldner, on 30 January 1940 Sauk county marriage license reported in The Capital Times 28 Jan 1940.
Agnes Gruber - Edward Blau marriage announcement 15 Feb 1940 The Capital Times (Madison, WI)
Death19 October 1993Edward J. Blau died on 19 October 1993 at age 76.

Children of Edward J. Blau and Agnes F. Gruber

Betty Jean Standish

F, b. 17 January 1927, d. 20 February 2010
Mrs Mike Gruber (Betty Jean Standish) 1945
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1945As of 1945,her married name was Gruber.
Married Name1973As of 1973,her married name was Graber.
Married Name1988As of 1988,her married name was Rose.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 January 1927Betty Jean Standish was born on 17 January 1927 at Richland, Wisconsin.
Marriage1945She married Michael John Gruber, son of Michael Gruber Jr. and Mary A. Pletzer, in 1945 at Wisconsin Wedding party of Mike Gruber and Betty Jean Standish.
Wedding party of Mike Gruber and Betty Jean Standish 1945
Divorcebefore 1973Betty Jean Standish and Michael John Gruber were divorced before 1973.
Marriage1973Betty Jean Standish married Homer L. Graber in 1973.
Marriage1988Betty Jean Standish married Melvin Martin Rose in 1988.
Death20 February 2010Betty Jean Standish died on 20 February 2010 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 83 Betty was 83 when she passed away on Saturday at the Reedsburg Area Senior Life Center. Born to Orville & Julia (Dieter) Standish.
She graduated from UW-Platteville with her Bachelors degree of education; and spent 23 years of her teaching career at St. John's School in Spring Green.
Betty was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Hillpoint. She enjoyed bowling, cards, music, fellowship with people and was involved in many volunteer activities which allowed her to help people.
She leaves behind her husband, a son and his wife, daughter and her husband, three stepchildren, three grandchildren, seven step-grandchildren, five step-great-grandchildren, a sister-in-law, nieces, nephews; along with other relatives and friends.
Preceding her in death, were her parents; a son, Larry Gruber in 1967; husbands, Michael Gruber and Homer Graber; brothers, Donald and Dale Standish; sister, Geraldine Standish; and sister-in-law, Lucille Standish.
Funeral services were held on Thusday atst. Paul's Lutheran Church in Hillpoint.

Child of Betty Jean Standish and Michael John Gruber

Laurence L. Gruber

M, b. 1949, d. 1967
Father*Michael John Gruber b. 10 Apr 1925, d. 9 Oct 1992
Mother*Betty Jean Standish b. 17 Jan 1927, d. 20 Feb 2010
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLaurence L. Gruber was also known as Larry.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1949Laurence L. Gruber was born in 1949.
He was the son of Michael John Gruber and Betty Jean Standish.
Death1967Laurence L. Gruber died in 1967.

Leonard J. Jax

M, d. before April 2004
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLeonard J. Jax married Lucille Ferguson.
Deathbefore April 2004Leonard J. Jax died before April 2004.

Child of Leonard J. Jax and Lucille Ferguson

Lucille Ferguson

F, d. before April 2004
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLucille Ferguson was also known as Kitty.
Married NameHer married name was Jax.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLucille Ferguson married Leonard J. Jax.
Deathbefore April 2004Lucille Ferguson died before April 2004.

Child of Lucille Ferguson and Leonard J. Jax

Rita (?)

F, d. before November 2009
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Gruber.
Life EventDateDescription
Deathbefore November 2009Rita (?) died before November 2009.

Verna Soeldner

F, b. 21 June 1894, d. 20 August 1993
Father*Joseph Soeldner b. Mar 1869, d. 1944
Mother*Kathryn Roth b. Oct 1872, d. 1952
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationVerna Soeldner was also known as Veronica.
Name VariationVerna Soeldner was also known as Vanessa.
Married Namecirca 1920As of circa 1920,her married name was Longfield.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 June 1894Verna Soeldner was born on 21 June 1894 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
Marriagecirca 1920Verna Soeldner married Albert W. Longfield circa 1920.
Death20 August 1993Verna Soeldner died on 20 August 1993 at age 99.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinVerna Soeldner was listed as a daughter in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinVerna Soeldner was listed as a daughter in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
5 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinVerna Soeldner was listed as a daughter in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
  • Verna Soeldner obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Pulaski, Brown, Wisconsin
    .
  • She was a hotel cook in 1939.
  • She lived with Albert W. Longfield in 1939 at Brown, Wisconsin.
  • Verna Soeldner lived with Albert W. Longfield in 1941 at Brown, Wisconsin.
  • Verna Soeldner was a cook for Hotel Northland in 1946.
  • She was a cook for Union Hotel in 1951.
  • She lived in 1951 at Brown, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED178. Dwelling 23.

Adam M. Soeldner

M, b. 24 December 1895, d. 10 November 1980
Father*Joseph Soeldner b. Mar 1869, d. 1944
Mother*Kathryn Roth b. Oct 1872, d. 1952
Life EventDateDescription
Birth24 December 1895Adam M. Soeldner was born on 24 December 1895 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
Marriagecirca 1928Adam M. Soeldner married Mary A. Neuheisel, daughter of Heinrich Neuheisel and Katherine Brechtl, circa 1928.
Death10 November 1980Adam M. Soeldner died on 10 November 1980 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 84.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAdam M. Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAdam M. Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
5 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinAdam M. Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
19 May 1930Plain, Sauk, WisconsinAdam M. Soeldner was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
  • WW I - Pvt. 1C1 AEF France - U. S. Army.
  • Adam M. Soeldner obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED178. Dwelling 23.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 3B; Enumeration District: 26; Image: 281.0.

Michael Soeldner

M, b. 6 August 1898, d. 18 May 1996
Father*Joseph Soeldner b. Mar 1869, d. 1944
Mother*Kathryn Roth b. Oct 1872, d. 1952
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMichael Soeldner was also known as Mike.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth6 August 1898Michael Soeldner was born on 6 August 1898 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
Death18 May 1996Michael Soeldner died on 18 May 1996 at age 97.
Census DateLocationDescription
14 June 1900Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMichael Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1900 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; living next door to Joseph Frank.1
17 May 1910Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMichael Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1910 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
5 January 1920Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMichael Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1920 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
1930Spring Green, Sauk, WisconsinMichael Soeldner was listed as a son in Joseph Soeldner's household on the 1930 Census at Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
  • Michael Soeldner obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Lancaster, Grant, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED145. Dwelling 106.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED126. Dwelling 58.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED178. Dwelling 23.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Spring Green, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll: 2609; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 34; Image: 439.0.