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     Carl Volk was born on 28 March 1884 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Joseph Volk and Theresa Kirshbaum. Carl Volk married Sarah Mears, daughter of Martin Mears and Elizabeth Kaney, on 5 May 1909 at Loreto, Sauk, Wisconsin, #9-432. Carl Volk died on 25 December 1973 at age 89. He was buried after 25 December 1973 at St. Patricks Catholic Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin, row 15.¹
     He obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Loganville, Sauk, Wisconsin. He is listed as son on the census of 1 June 1905 in the household of Joseph Volk at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² Carl Volk was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Bear Creek Town, Sauk, Wisconsin.³ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.⁴ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.⁵ He was listed as the head of a family on the 1940 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.⁶ In April 1973 Carl and Sarah (Mears) Volk 64th wedding anniversary article.

     James Edmond Volk was born on 3 September 1910 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. James Edmond Volk married Norma Vera Selma Meyer, daughter of William F. Meyer and Hilda Sorge, on 10 April 1940. James Edmond Volk died on 17 January 1989 at age 78. He was buried after 17 January 1989 at Resurrection Cemetery.
     He obtained US Social Security Card at Minnesota; last residence Madison, Dane, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ James Edmond Volk was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Norma Vera Selma Meyer was born on 21 October 1919 at Sauk, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of William F. Meyer and Hilda Sorge. Norma Vera Selma Meyer married James Edmond Volk, son of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears, on 10 April 1940. Norma Vera Selma Meyer died on 29 November 2011 at Dane, Wisconsin, at age 92.
     As of 10 April 1940,her married name was Volk.

     Rita Kay Volk died in 1940. She was buried in 1940 at St. Patrick's Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. She was born in 1940. She was the daughter of James Edmond Volk and Norma Vera Selma Meyer.

     Martin Volk married Genevieve Mary Weitzel, daughter of Edward Martin Weitzel and Anna Freda Walters. Martin Volk was born on 27 March 1912 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. Martin Volk died on 15 June 1951 at age 39. He was buried after 15 June 1951 at St. Patrick's Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     He was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Martin Volk was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² Martin Volk was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1940 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.³

     Joseph O. Volk was born in 1914 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. Joseph O. Volk died on 13 May 1972.
     Joseph O. Volk also went by the name of Joe. He was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Joseph O. Volk was listed as a son in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Teresa E. Volk was buried at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. She was born on 26 August 1916 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. Teresa E. Volk married Harold J. Weitzel, son of Anthony Joseph Weitzel and Elizabeth Margaret McPhillips, on 15 June 1937 #19-552. Teresa E. Volk died on 13 January 2014 at age 97 Teresa Weitzel age 97 of Plain, passed away peacefully Monday, January 13, 2014 at Greenway manor in Spring Green. Teresa was born on August 26, 1916 in Franklin Township the daughter of Charles and Sarah (Mears) Volk. Teresa was united in marriage to Harold Weitzel on June 15, 1937. Survivors include, her daughter Rita (Jim) Kline of Spring Green; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; 2 sisters, Helen Cady and Bonnie (Caral) Wolf; 2 sister in- laws, Winnie Weitzel and Betty Burt; 2 daughter in-laws, Theresa Weitzel and Sharon Weitzel. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Harold; daughter Marjorie; 3 sons Tom, Rich and Jim; 1 grandson Todd; 2 granddaughters Tammy and Toni; 3 brothers, Martin, Joseph, and James; and sister, Mary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, January 24, 2014 at 1:00 P.M. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Loreto. Fr. Larry Bowens will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 11:00 A.M. until the time of Mass. The Richardson Stafford Funeral Home in Spring Green is assisting the family with arrangements.
     Teresa E. Volk was also known as Theresa. She was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1920 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Teresa E. Volk was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² As of 15 June 1937,her married name was Weitzel.

     Harold J. Weitzel was born on 15 February 1915 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Anthony Joseph Weitzel and Elizabeth Margaret McPhillips. Harold J. Weitzel married Teresa E. Volk, daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears, on 15 June 1937 #19-552. Harold J. Weitzel died on 11 March 1972 at at home, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 57 Harold Weitzel obituary. He was buried after 11 March 1972 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     He obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence not specified. He was listed as a son in Anthony Joseph Weitzel's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Richard Eugene Weitzel was born circa 1938 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Harold J. Weitzel and Teresa E. Volk. Richard Eugene Weitzel died before 2012.

     Donald James Weitzel was born on 30 August 1940 at Franklin, Wisconsin. He was the son of Harold J. Weitzel and Teresa E. Volk. Donald James Weitzel died on 23 September 2012 at age 72 ELMWOOD, IL - Donald J. "Jim" Weitzel, 72, of Elmwood passed away peacefully at his residence on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2012, with family by his side.

He was born on Aug. 30, 1940, in Franklin Township, Wis., to Harold and Teresa Volk Weitzel.

He is survived by Sharon, his loving wife of over 50 years. Also surviving are his mother, Teresa of Plain, Wis; three children, Terry (Daphne) Weitzel of Sheridan, Wyo., Rhonda (Will) Tesch of Grafton, Wis., and Shelly (Jay) Parsons of Cheyenne, Wyo; and two sisters, Marge Powell of Cottage Grove, Wis., and Rita Kline of Spring Green, Wis.

He was a loving grandfather to five grandchildren, Courtney (Dan) McFalls, Allison Parsons, Brittney Tesch, Frannie Weitzel and Olivia Parsons; and two great-grandchildren, Gracie McFalls and Sophie McFalls. One brother-in-law, Ron (Fern) Christianson, and one sister-in-law, Marsha (Chuck) Grant, also survive, along with many aunts, nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and two brothers, Richard and Tom.

Jim retired from Caterpillar in 2002 and also worked for Shissler Seed Company for 28 years.

He was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Elmwood.
Jim was a classic car enthusiast and was well known nationally for his classic car restoration expertise. Most of all, Jim was a loving and caring family man and true friend.

Cremation rites have been accorded.

Published in Peoria Journal Star on September 26, 2012.
     Donald James Weitzel was also known as James.

     Thomas J. Weitzel was born in 1939 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Harold J. Weitzel and Teresa E. Volk. Thomas J. Weitzel was buried in July 1980 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. He died in July 1980.

     Marjorie Weitzel was the daughter of Harold J. Weitzel and Teresa E. Volk. Marjorie Weitzel married (?) Powell before 2012. Marjorie Weitzel died before 2014.
     Marjorie Weitzel was also known as Marge. Marjorie Weitzel was also known as Margie. Her married name was Mittelstaedt. Her married name was Mittlesteadt. As of before 2012,her married name was Powell.

     Helen Marie Volk was born on 30 September 1920 at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. Helen Marie Volk married Wayne C. Cady, son of (?) Cady, on 23 August 1944 at Sauk, Wisconsin, #23-85. Helen Marie Volk died on 27 June 2017 at age 96 Helen M. Cady, age 96 of Reedsburg passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 at Agrace Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI. She was born on September 30, 1920 in Franklin Township Sauk County, WI the daughter of Carl and Sarah (Mears) Volk. She was married to Wayne C. Cady and their marriage was blessed with four children. Helen wrote many articles for the Reedsburg Times Press, was a member of the Cross Plains American Legion Auxiliary Post 245. She volunteered at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center, St. Vincent’s and Voting locations. She was a life-time member of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Loreto, WI and was nominated one year as their Irish Queen. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Wayne on Sept. 5, 1993; step-sons, Chuck Cady and Herb Cady; brothers, Joe (Alice) Volk, James (Norma) Volk, Martin (Genevieve) Volk; Sisters, Teresa (Harold) Weitzel and Mary (Bernard) Cummings.

Helen is survived by her children: Charles (Barbara) Cady, Dan (Pat) Cady, Cathy (Erv) Peters, Jan Cady (Dave Doman).

Grandchildren: Susan (Kurt) Kavajecz, Jill (Guy) Amoth, Matt (Pam) Cady, Jeff (Nicole) Cady, Mike (Sarah) Cady, Renee (Dan) Anthony, Nichole Cady, Michelle (Ethan) Kister, Robert (Gail Corbin) Peters, Emily (Bill) Hedrick, Brandon Schrank, Kaitlin Schrank.

18 Great Grandchildren

Sister: Veronica ‘Bonnie’ Wolf

Special Step Grandson; Jeff (Linda) Cady

Special Step Daughter-in-law; Pat Cady

Many additional step Grandchildren, Step Great Grandchildren and Step Great Great Grandchildren. Numerous nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. in St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Loreto. Visitation will be held at the church on Thursday, July 6th from 9-11 A.M. Burial will follow in St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Loreto.
     She was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Helen Marie Volk was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1940 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² As of 23 August 1944,her married name was Cady.

     Wayne C. Cady was born on 9 January 1900. He was the son of (?) Cady. Wayne C. Cady married Helen Marie Volk, daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears, on 23 August 1944 at Sauk, Wisconsin, #23-85. Wayne C. Cady died on 5 September 1993 at age 93. He was buried after 5 September 1993 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.

     Mary Margaret Volk was born in 1923 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears. Mary Margaret Volk married Bernard Jos. Cummings on 2 August 1943 at Sauk, Wisconsin, #22-418. Mary Margaret Volk died before 1973.
     She was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Mary Margaret Volk was graduated in 1936 at Rural School Graduates (Oak View), Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin, Oak View School, Loganville, R.3 – Isaac Metcalf, teacher – Officers: Wm. J. Kaun, Carl Volk
& George Nieman all with a Loganville, R.1 address. She was listed as a daughter in Carl Volk's household on the 1940 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² As of 2 August 1943,her married name was Cummings.

     Bernard Jos. Cummings was born in 1919 at Illinois. He married Mary Margaret Volk, daughter of Carl Volk and Sarah Mears, on 2 August 1943 at Sauk, Wisconsin, #22-418.

     David D. Woodruff was born circa 1921 at Wisconsin. He was the son of David A. Woodruff and Margaret Ann Mears. David D. Woodruff died before 2012.
     He was listed as a son in David A. Woodruff's household on the 1930 Census at Hansen, Wood, Wisconsin.¹

     Marie E. Woodruff married James E. Dederich, son of Louis C. Dederich and Winnifred B. (?). Marie E. Woodruff was born on 28 October 1918 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of David A. Woodruff and Margaret Ann Mears. Marie E. Woodruff died on 19 June 2012 at age 93 Marie E. Dederich, age 93, of 4909 Well Road, Vesper, WI died Tuesday, June 19, 2012 at the Marshfield Care Center in Marshfield, WI.

Funeral Services are 10:30 AM Friday at St. James Catholic Church, Vesper, WI. Rev. Robert Nelson will officiate. Burial will take place at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery in Loreto, WI. Visitation will be held at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI from 4:00-8:00 PM Thursday and Friday at the Church from 9:30-10:30 AM. There will be a Knights of Columbus Rosary at 6:30 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Marie was born October 28, 1918 in Marshfield, WI to David E. and Margaret (Mears) Woodruff. She married James E. Dederich on September 1, 1955 in Milwaukee, WI. He died December 10, 1982. Marie was a phone operator, then a bookkeeper for Woodruff Lumber in Vesper, WI and later was treasurer for both the Village of Vesper and the Vesper Water & Sewer Utility. For many years Marie also served as a news correspondent for the Pittsville Record.

Marie was a member of Catholic Daughters of America, the Vesper Lions Club and was a lifetime member of St. James Catholic Church in Vesper, WI. Marie enjoyed playing the piano and was a gifted piano player.

Marie is survived by two sons- Patrick Dederich of Vesper, WI and Dennis (Robin) Dederich of Vesper, WI; and two grandchildren, Paul (Chelsea) Dederich of Vesper, WI and Jennifer Dederich of Woburn, MA.

Marie was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James; and brother, David D. Woodruff.
     Marie E. Woodruff was also known as Mary E. Her married name was Dederich. Marie E. Woodruff was also known as Maria E. She was listed as a daughter in David A. Woodruff's household on the 1920 Census at Hansen, Wood, Wisconsin.¹ Marie E. Woodruff was listed as a daughter in David A. Woodruff's household on the 1930 Census at Hansen, Wood, Wisconsin.²

     James E. Dederich married Marie E. Woodruff, daughter of David A. Woodruff and Margaret Ann Mears. James E. Dederich was born on 30 June 1915 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Louis C. Dederich and Winnifred B. (?). James E. Dederich died on 10 December 1982 at age 67. He was buried after 10 December 1982 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.
     He was listed as a son in Louis C. Dederich's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Donald John Mullaley was born on 18 February 1914 at Marshfild, Wood, Wisconsin. He was the son of Arthur Thomas Mullaley and Johanna A. Mears. Donald John Mullaley married Margaret (?) after 1940. Donald John Mullaley died on 19 December 1989 at Marathon, Wisconsin, at age 75.
     He obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Schofield, Marathon, Wisconsin. He was listed as a son in Arthur Thomas Mullaley's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Donald John Mullaley was listed as a son in Arthur Thomas Mullaley's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.² On 14 August 1940 at World War II Army Enlistment, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Enlistment Date: 14 Aug 1940
Enlistment State: Wisconsin
Enlistment City: Milwaukee
Branch: Coast Artillery Corps
Grade: Private
Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the Philippine Department
Component: Regular Army (including Officers, Nurses, Warrant Officers, and Enlisted Men)
Source: Civil Life
Education: Grammar school
Civil Occupation: Telephone operators
Marital Status: Single, without dependents
Height: 67
Weight: 152.

     Margaret (?) was born on 3 August 1908. She married Donald John Mullaley, son of Arthur Thomas Mullaley and Johanna A. Mears, after 1940. Margaret (?) died on 24 July 1980 at age 71.
     Her married name was Mullaley.

     Dorothy Mullaley was born circa September 1919 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Arthur Thomas Mullaley and Johanna A. Mears.
     Her married name was Faber. Dorothy Mullaley was listed as a daughter in Arthur Thomas Mullaley's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Dorothy Mullaley was listed as a daughter in Arthur Thomas Mullaley's household on the 1930 Census at Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Robert James Mears was born on 1 September 1927 at Loretta, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was the son of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. Robert James Mears died on 16 November 2000 at age 73.
     Robert James Mears was also known as Robert E. He was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living next door to William P. Mears.¹ Robert James Mears was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Andrew Martin Mears was born on 28 January 1920 at Hillpoint, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was the son of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. Andrew Martin Mears married Eleanor A. Massman, daughter of John Massman, before 1939. Andrew Martin Mears died on 22 February 2007 at age 87 Andrew M. Mears, age 87, died on Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2007, at SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH, in Reedsburg. Interment with military rites will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday at the HOOF FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg.
     He was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living next door to William P. Mears.¹

     James Joseph Mears was born on 29 September 1928 at Hillpoint, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was the son of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. James Joseph Mears died on 25 February 1994 at age 65.
     He was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living next door to William P. Mears.¹ James Joseph Mears was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Martin Mears was born on 28 February 1937 at Wisconsin. He was the son of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. Martin Mears was buried in 1984 at St. Patricks Catholic Cemetery, New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin. He died in January 1984 at age 46.
     He obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence South Beloit, Winnebago, Illinois. Martin Mears was also known as Mickey W. He was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     John Francis Mears was born on 16 October 1932 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin. He was the son of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. John Francis Mears died on 5 November 2006 at age 74.
     He was listed as a son in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹

     Elizabeth Madonna Mears was born on 14 April 1921 at Hillpoint, Sauk, Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Martin William Mears Jr and Mary J. Sullivan. Elizabeth Madonna Mears died on 3 October 1996 at age 75.
     She obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Naples, Collier, Florida. Her married name was Packard. She was listed as a daughter in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living next door to William P. Mears.¹ Elizabeth Madonna Mears was graduated in 1936 at Rural School Graduates (Oak View), Franklin, Sauk, Wisconsin, Oak View School, Loganville, R.3 – Isaac Metcalf, teacher – Officers: Wm. J. Kaun, Carl Volk
& George Nieman all with a Loganville, R.1 address. She was listed as a daughter in Martin William Mears Jr's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.²

     Alvin C. Erickson was born on 19 January 1919. He was the son of Erick W. Erickson and Gertrude (?). Alvin C. Erickson died on 19 May 1998 at age 79. He was buried after 19 May 1998 at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery; New Loreto, Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.

     Alice Mousseau was born on 25 October 1910 at Wisconsin. She was the daughter of Joseph Mousseau and Mary Ann Walsh. Alice Mousseau married Roy Volk before 1940. Alice Mousseau died on 17 March 1995 at age 84.
     She was listed as a daughter in Joseph Mousseau's household on the 1920 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.¹ Alice Mousseau was listed as a daughter in Joseph Mousseau's household on the 1930 Census at Bear Creek, Sauk, Wisconsin.² As of before 1940,her married name was Volk.