Harold Gruber

M, d. 28 February 1989
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage4 November 1943Harold Gruber married Viola Schwartz, daughter of Andrew Schwartz and Claudia Ganser, on 4 November 1943.
Death28 February 1989Harold Gruber died on 28 February 1989.

Lynette M. Schaefer

F, b. 22 November 1921, d. 21 July 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name30 May 1942As of 30 May 1942,her married name was Laughnan.
Married Name4 May 1980As of 4 May 1980,her married name was Diehl.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 November 1921Lynette M. Schaefer was born on 22 November 1921.
She was the daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
Marriage30 May 1942Lynette M. Schaefer married John Laughnan on 30 May 1942.
Marriage4 May 1980Lynette M. Schaefer married Albert Diehl on 4 May 1980.
Death21 July 2020Lynette M. Schaefer died on 21 July 2020 at age 98 Lynette M. Diehl, age 98, passed away peacefully at Maplewood Nursing Home, Sauk City on July 21, 2020. She was born in Blackhawk on Nov. 22, 1921 to the late Ervin C. and Emma M. (Repka) Schaefer the second youngest of 8 children; 4 girls and 4 boys. Lynette attended the Harrisburg Country School where all eight grades were taught in one room. She graduated from Sauk City High School where she excelled at history and math and where she developed a lifelong love of poetry. Lynette married John Laughnan at St. Aloysius Church on May 30, 1942. She later married Albert “Bud” Diehl on May 4, 1980; he preceded her in death on Nov. 1, 1984. Lynette enjoyed volunteering at St. Vincent DePaul, playing cards with family and friends, fishing, and was always looking forward to a spur of the moment drive or trip.

Lynette is survived by her children, John Laughnan, Gregory (Galiya) Laughnan and Gretchen Cutler; 22 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren; and her younger brother Maurice Schaefer. She is further survived by, Bud’s children, Sandra (Gary) Schlender, Richard (Virginia) Diehl, Curt (Nancy) Diehl, and Greg (Sharon) Diehl; and other relatives and many friends.

In addition to her parents and husband Bud, she was preceded in death by her children’s father John Laughnan; son in-law, Steve Cutler; and siblings, Laura, Erna, Verna, Ervin, Harley, and Stanley.

John Laughnan

M, d. before 2020
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage30 May 1942John Laughnan married Lynette M. Schaefer, daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka, on 30 May 1942.
Deathbefore 2020John Laughnan died before 2020.

Albert Diehl

M, d. 1 November 1984
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationAlbert Diehl was also known as Bud.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage4 May 1980Albert Diehl married Lynette M. Schaefer, daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka, on 4 May 1980.
Death1 November 1984Albert Diehl died on 1 November 1984.

Maurice W. Schaefer

M, b. 19 February 1927, d. 7 December 2021
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 February 1927Maurice W. Schaefer was born on 19 February 1927.
He was the son of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
Marriage1948Maurice W. Schaefer married Cleo Piernot in 1948.
Death7 December 2021Maurice W. Schaefer died on 7 December 2021 at age 94.

Laura Schaefer

F, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Wartzok.
Life EventDateDescription
Laura Schaefer was the daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
MarriageLaura Schaefer married (?) Wartzok.
Deathbefore 2020Laura Schaefer died before 2020.

Erna Schaefer

F, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Bartnick.
Life EventDateDescription
Erna Schaefer was the daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
MarriageErna Schaefer married (?) Bartnick.
Deathbefore 2020Erna Schaefer died before 2020.

Verna Schaefer

F, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Diehl.
Life EventDateDescription
Verna Schaefer was the daughter of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
MarriageVerna Schaefer married (?) Diehl.
Deathbefore 2020Verna Schaefer died before 2020.

Ervin Schaefer

M, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Life EventDateDescription
Ervin Schaefer was the son of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
Deathbefore 2020Ervin Schaefer died before 2020.

Harley Schaefer

M, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Life EventDateDescription
Harley Schaefer was the son of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
Deathbefore 2020Harley Schaefer died before 2020.

Stanley Schaefer

M, d. before 2020
Father*Ervin S. Schaefer b. 1888, d. 1934
Mother*Emma Repka b. 14 Jul 1888, d. 7 Oct 1976
Life EventDateDescription
Stanley Schaefer was the son of Ervin S. Schaefer and Emma Repka.
Deathbefore 2020Stanley Schaefer died before 2020.

LaVerne Pearl Schaefer

F, b. 3 January 1937, d. 5 July 2020
Father*Wilbert Frederick Schaefer b. 14 Apr 1914, d. 6 Aug 2006
Mother*Myrtle Lillian Girling b. 10 Oct 1919, d. 26 Mar 2005
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLaVerne Pearl Schaefer was also known as Pearlie.
Married Name15 September 1956As of 15 September 1956,her married name was Kindschi.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 January 1937LaVerne Pearl Schaefer was born on 3 January 1937.
She was the daughter of Wilbert Frederick Schaefer and Myrtle Lillian Girling.
Marriage15 September 1956LaVerne Pearl Schaefer married Verne W. Kindschi on 15 September 1956.
Death5 July 2020LaVerne Pearl Schaefer died on 5 July 2020 at Wisconsin at age 83 LaVerne “Pearlie” Pearl Kindschi, age 83, died peacefully on July 5, 2020, at Pine Villa Assisted Living in Prairie du Sac, WI.

Pearlie was born on January 3,1937, at her grandmother’s home in North Freedom, WI to Wilbert and Myrtle Schaefer. Pearlie attended elementary school at Diamond Hill School in rural North Freedom and in 1954 graduated from Reedsburg High School.

On September 15, 1956, Pearlie married Verne W. Kindschi and moved to the family farm outside of Prairie du Sac. She was the bookkeeper at Woolworths in Baraboo until they adopted their son Brian in 1965. Three years later they adopted their daughter Susan and their family was complete. Pearlie was a hardworking farm wife. To her it was more than work; it was a part of her and an expression of her love. She fed farm workers at noon 6 days a week, did the farm books with Alice Kindschi and was an amazing wife, mom, daughter and daughter-in-law. After Brian graduated from high school, Pearlie went to work at Marie’s Dress Shop in Sauk City with her mother Myrtle.

Pearlie was a member of the Friendly Hours Homemaker Club from 1957 until it disbanded in the early 2000’s. She was a Sunday School teacher and 4-H leader while Brian and Susan were young. In 1983-1984 she was an AFS mom to Monica Vucasovic from Chile. That special bond continued until Pearlie’s passing. After retirement, Pearlie volunteered at Sauk Prairie Hospital and was a member of their auxiliary board for a number of years. She was the president in 1994. Pearlie and Verne traveled to every state in the continental United States in their Suburban, including 3 trips to Alaska. Pearlie’s grandchildren, Avery and Abby, held a very special place in her heart. She loved spending time with them on the farm as well as taking them on special trips.

Pearlie is survived by her husband of 63½ years Verne, daughter Susan (Alan) Williams, grandson Avery Williams, granddaughter Abby Williams, brother- in- law Ron (Donna) KIndschi, special sister-in-law Gertrude (Arthur) Christianson, numerous nieces and nephews, AFS daughter Monica Vucasovic and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Myrtle and Wilbert Schaefer, son Brian Kindschi and sister-in-law Marlene (Theodore) Meyer.

Verne W. Kindschi

M, b. 1 July 1932, d. 1 February 2022
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 July 1932Verne W. Kindschi was born on 1 July 1932.
Marriage15 September 1956He married LaVerne Pearl Schaefer, daughter of Wilbert Frederick Schaefer and Myrtle Lillian Girling, on 15 September 1956.
Death1 February 2022Verne W. Kindschi died on 1 February 2022 at age 89.

Evelyn A. Hodgson

F, b. 30 July 1940, d. 22 February 2020
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name7 December 1963As of 7 December 1963,her married name was Roessler.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 July 1940Evelyn A. Hodgson was born on 30 July 1940.
Marriage7 December 1963She married LaVern Roessler, son of Frank William Roessler and Edna Richgels, on 7 December 1963.
Death22 February 2020Evelyn A. Hodgson died on 22 February 2020 at age 79 Evelyn Roessler (nee Hodgson), age 79, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at UW Hospital in Madison.

Evelyn was born on July 30, 1940 in Mazomanie, WI, to parents Joe and Effie (nee Schultz) Hodgson. She graduated from Mazomanie High School in 1958 and was united in marriage to LaVern Roessler on December 7, 1963. For many years Evelyn worked at Graber’s in Middleton, as a teller at a bank, and in the kitchen at Wisconsin Heights High School.

Evelyn loved socializing with family and friends and following the Packers, Brewers, and Badgers. She loved cooking, gardening, spending time outdoors, watching birds, and enjoying nature. Evelyn was a talented self-taught artist; her paintings adorned the walls of the family home.

Loving wife of the late LaVern, Evelyn is survived by her children, Boyd (Diane), of Waukesha, WI, and Wes (Becky) of Tomahawk, WI; three grandchildren: Megan, Jordan, and McKenna. She is also survived by 6 brothers and 3 sisters: Ben (Luella), Don (Dot,dec'd), Paul (Karen), Phil (Gloria), Joe (Carol), and Ned; Barbara (Lawrence, dec'd) Paar, Averil (Gary) Sutcliffe and Verna (Don, dec’d) Wallace. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Effie (Schultz) Hodgson, a brother, Claude, and an infant daughter, Julie.

The funeral service will be on Saturday, February 29th at 11:00 a.m. at New Heights Lutheran Church, 1705 Center St., Black Earth. Pastor Bill Wineke officiating; a luncheon will follow. Visitation will be held on Friday, February 28th from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Hooverson Funeral Home, 702 Emily Rd., Mazomanie, and again on Saturday at 10:00 before the service at New Heights.

Daniel K. Meixelsperger

M, b. 17 January 1964, d. 19 November 2019
Father*Harold V. Meixelsperger b. 26 Sep 1935, d. 1 Sep 1972
Mother*Eileen M. Hetzel b. 8 Oct 1937, d. 15 Jun 2025
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationDaniel K. Meixelsperger was also known as Danny.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 January 1964Daniel K. Meixelsperger was born on 17 January 1964.
He was the son of Harold V. Meixelsperger and Eileen M. Hetzel.
Death19 November 2019Daniel K. Meixelsperger died on 19 November 2019 at age 55 Daniel “Danny” K. Meixelsperger, age 55, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and closest friends on Nov. 19, 2019 at University Hospital in Madison after a valiant yearlong battle with melanoma. Danny was born at Sauk Prairie Memorial Hospital Jan. 17, 1964 to Harold and Eileen (Hetzel) Meixelsperger.

Danny loved to ride his bicycle around Mazomanie and could often be found listening to Delilah on Magic 98. His family and friends meant the world to him; his smile, mannerisms and his “oh boy” attitude will never be forgotten.

He is survived by his mother, Eileen Van Acker; siblings, Sharron Vosen (Jeffrey Dalby), Sheryl (Danny) Schaller, Sue (Alan) Dresen, Steve (Pattie) Meixelsperger, David (Laurie) Meixelsperger, Dale (Monika) Meixelsperger, Diane (Kevin) Fisher, Donnie Meixelsperger; many nieces, nephews, great nieces & nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father Harold Meixelsperger and his stepfather, Fred Van Acker & 2 nephews.

A private family service will be held on Nov. 25, 2019. Burial will be held in the St. Luke’s Cemetery, Plain.

John Catlett

M, d. circa 1624
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Life EventDateDescription
BirthJohn Catlett was born at Kent, England.
MarriageHe married Sarah (?) at 1st marriage for her.
Deathcirca 1624John Catlett died circa 1624 at Kent, England.

Child of John Catlett and Sarah (?)

Sarah (?)

F
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Catlett.
Married Name1624As of 1624,her married name was Rowzie.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSarah (?) married John Catlett at 1st marriage for her.
BirthSarah (?) was born at England.
Marriage1624She married Lodowick Rowzie in 1624.

Children of Sarah (?) and Lodowick Rowzie

Child of Sarah (?) and John Catlett

Lodowick Rowzie

M, b. circa 1588
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1588Lodowick Rowzie was born circa 1588 at England.
Marriage1624He married Sarah (?) in 1624.

Children of Lodowick Rowzie and Sarah (?)

Ralph Rowzie

M, b. after 1624
Father*Lodowick Rowzie b. c 1588
Mother*Sarah (?)
Life EventDateDescription
Birthafter 1624Ralph Rowzie was born after 1624 at England.
He was the son of Lodowick Rowzie and Sarah (?)
DateLocationDescription
1650England to, VirginiaRalph Rowzie immigrated with Colonel Jonathan Catlett in 1650 at England to, Virginia.

Edward Rowzie

M, b. after 1624
Father*Lodowick Rowzie b. c 1588
Mother*Sarah (?)
Life EventDateDescription
Birthafter 1624Edward Rowzie was born after 1624 at England.
He was the son of Lodowick Rowzie and Sarah (?)
DateLocationDescription
1650England to, VirginiaEdward Rowzie immigrated with Colonel Jonathan Catlett in 1650 at England to, Virginia.

Sarah Rowzie

F, b. after 1624
Father*Lodowick Rowzie b. c 1588
Mother*Sarah (?)
Life EventDateDescription
Birthafter 1624Sarah Rowzie was born after 1624 at England.
She was the daughter of Lodowick Rowzie and Sarah (?)

William Catlett

M, b. 1670, d. 1698
Father*Colonel Jonathan Catlett b. 1624, d. 18 Apr 1670
Mother*Elizabeth Underwood b. 1632
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1670William Catlett was born in 1670.
He was the son of Colonel Jonathan Catlett and Elizabeth Underwood.
Death1698William Catlett died in 1698.

Lucille T. Wutz

F, b. 4 February 1923, d. 18 November 2020
Father*John B. Wutz
Mother*Ella Heiser b. Jul 1888, d. b 1982
Lucille Wutz 1941 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name18 September 1943As of 18 September 1943,her married name was Lindloff.
Married Name11 February 2006As of 11 February 2006,her married name was Bittner.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 February 1923Lucille T. Wutz was born on 4 February 1923 at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of John B. Wutz and Ella Heiser.
Marriage18 September 1943Lucille T. Wutz married Elmer Lindloff on 18 September 1943.
Marriage11 February 2006Lucille T. Wutz married Laverne Bittner on 11 February 2006.
Death18 November 2020Lucille T. Wutz died on 18 November 2020 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 97 Lucille T. Bittner, age 97, of Reedsburg, died on Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at the Reedsburg Area Senior Life Center. She was born on February 4, 1923 in Plain, the daughter of John B. and Helena “Ella” (Heiser) Wutz. Lucille was a 1941 graduate of Reedsburg High School. On September 18, 1943, she was united in marriage to Elmer Lindloff. He preceded her in death on March 14, 1993. She later married Laverne Bittner on February 11, 2006. He died on June 23, 2014. Along with her husband, Elmer, she was a partner of the Big Store Home Furnishings where she was a bookkeeper and seamstress for many years. Lucille had also worked in the kitchen of the Reedsburg Hospital, Reedsburg Woolen Mill and at the Grocery Store in the Big Store until the fire in 1957. She enjoyed playing cards, going to dances, golfing, baking, knitting and gardening. She was an active and faithful member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Survivors include her niece: Virginia (Mick) Quindt, of Baraboo; her nephew: Roy (Barb) Wutz, of Eden Prairie, Minnesota; two sisters-in-law: Catherine Lindloff and Janet Mahr; many other nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her brother: John G. (Mary) Wutz and an infant brother: Raymond Wutz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, November 24, 2020 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Reedsburg with Father Patrick Wendler officiating. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service on Tuesday at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sacred Heart Catholic Church would be appreciated.

The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.

Elmer Lindloff

M, d. 14 March 1993
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage18 September 1943Elmer Lindloff married Lucille T. Wutz, daughter of John B. Wutz and Ella Heiser, on 18 September 1943.
Death14 March 1993Elmer Lindloff died on 14 March 1993.

Laverne Bittner

M, d. 23 June 2014
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage11 February 2006Laverne Bittner married Lucille T. Wutz, daughter of John B. Wutz and Ella Heiser, on 11 February 2006.
Death23 June 2014Laverne Bittner died on 23 June 2014.

Tina Gerlach

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name19 June 1981As of 19 June 1981,her married name was Udelhofen.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage19 June 1981Tina Gerlach married Steven M. Udelhofen, son of Robert C. Udelhofen and Florence C. Tindell, on 19 June 1981.

Dale Lefler

M, d. 1964
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage15 September 1947Dale Lefler married Doris S. Wunderlin, daughter of Joseph A. Wunderlin and Laura Linden, on 15 September 1947.
Death1964Dale Lefler died in 1964.

Evelyn Edna Stabnaw

F, b. 13 March 1926, d. 1 December 2020
Father*Fred Stabnaw b. May 1884, d. 1957
Mother*Gretchen Gudenschwager b. 30 Sep 1891, d. Oct 1966
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name21 June 1950As of 21 June 1950,her married name was Muchow.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 March 1926Evelyn Edna Stabnaw was born on 13 March 1926.
She was the daughter of Fred Stabnaw and Gretchen Gudenschwager.
Marriage21 June 1950Evelyn Edna Stabnaw married Raymond Phillip Muchow, son of Herman Bernard Muchow and Adela A. Radatz, on 21 June 1950.
Death1 December 2020Evelyn Edna Stabnaw died on 1 December 2020 at age 94 Evelyn Muchow, age 94, of Hillpoint, WI, was called from this life to Life Eternal on December 1, 2020 following complications from a fall. Evelyn Edna Stabnaw was born on March 13, 1926, the daughter of Fred and Margaret (Gretchen) (Gudenschwager) Stabnaw. She was born on their farmstead in the Township of Washington, Sauk County, Wisconsin. Evelyn was to live on four different farmsteads during her lifetime; each just a few miles apart, all close to Hillpoint. In 2003 she “moved to town”, living in an apartment, and then a house in Reedsburg. Most recently she resided with her daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Pat Farber on Ski Hill Road.

As an infant, Evelyn was baptized into the Christian faith. She attended grammar school at Hickory Park, rural Hillpoint. Her early religious instruction caused her faith to grow and on June 25, 1939, Evelyn was among those confirmed at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Tuckertown. Her Confirmation verse – Psalm 37:4 – says: “Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart.”

Evelyn continued her education at the Lime Ridge High School, graduating in 1944. She then attended Sauk County Normal School in Reedsburg, graduating in 1946. Immediately following graduation, Evelyn began her teaching career. She taught at Eli Valley (1946-1949), Hickory Park (1949-1951), Hillpoint (1951-1954), and Carr Valley (1954-1955). These were rural schools where the teacher often taught all eight grades and was the janitor and playground supervisor as well. She had as few as 11 students one year and as many as 49. She was an old-fashioned teacher with beautiful penmanship. After attending night classes and summer school, Evelyn also earned a degree from Platteville State Teacher’s College.

Then the Lord gave Evelyn one of the greatest gifts He gives, a Christian husband for a companion in life. Evelyn married Raymond Muchow, another Hillpoint native, at Tuckertown on Wednesday, June 21, 1950 at 12:00 Noon. The couple raised three daughters: Loella Rae, Luann Kay, and Lisa Mae. Ray and Evelyn were married for 47 years until his death on July 13, 1997.

Evelyn will be remembered for her teaching abilities; her quiet strength and wit; her escapades with Ray at auctions, coffee shops, and card tables; her unusual meals, including annual Turtle Feeds; her sewing and crafts. Evelyn loved to sew, sometimes not even needing a pattern. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and quilting. She sewed balls of scraps that were woven into beautiful rugs.

When on the farm, Evelyn raised and sold dressed poultry. She decorated the yard with a blooming plant in every corner. She was known as “The Wise Woman” when imparting knowledge about making sauerkraut or tying a quilt. Evelyn was an avid reader (before her eyesight began to fail), and a fan of the Milwaukee Brewers. But above all, she gave of herself to her family – her time, her help, her resources, and her wisdom. Her home was always open to her children and grandchildren.

As a life-long member of St. John‘s Ev. Lutheran Church of Tuckertown, and then Hillpoint, Evelyn was privileged to be assured of the Lord’s love for her, and of her salvation in Jesus Christ, through Word and Sacrament. She was a Sunday school teacher for many years. Evelyn’s faith is summarized in the words of her favorite hymn, “Beautiful Savior”.

Grateful for having shared her life are her children: Loella and Don Breight, Luann and Louis Hoff, Lisa and Pat Farber, all local. Keeping her close in their memories are her precious grandchildren: Patrick and Christal Farber, Melanie Farber and friend Bill Koenig, Erich and Arielle Breight, Daniel and Becky Hoff, Lucas Farber and fiancée Haley Johnson, Amanda and Michael Radke, Courtney and Taylor Christensen, Celeste and Nathan Teran, Rachel Hoff, and Naomi Hoff. Evelyn felt especially blessed to be able to spend time with her great-grandson Aidan Farber. She recently was able to hold her great-granddaughter, Brynn Christensen, in her arms.

Also surviving Evelyn are her nephew and his wife, Wayne and Joan Stabnaw of Kaukauna; her niece and husband, Lois and Ron Mueller, Platteville; their son, Chris Mueller and family; and their daughter, Laurel Mueller. She is further survived by her sisters-in-law: Della (Duane) Griffin, Dolores Muchow, as well as nieces and nephews in the Muchow families.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Ray; her brother and his wife, Everett and Elizabeth Stabnaw; her great-nephew, Curtis Mueller; and Ray’s siblings, Ernest, Grace, Marvin, Roger, Harlen and his wife, June.

Funeral services for Evelyn will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, December 5, 2020 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Hillpoint with Pastor Daniel Lewig and Pastor James Korthals officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg, and on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Hillpoint.

Gretchen Gudenschwager

F, b. 30 September 1891, d. October 1966
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1914As of 1914,her married name was Stabnaw.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 September 1891Gretchen Gudenschwager was born on 30 September 1891 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage1914She married Fred Stabnaw, son of William F. Stabnaw and Tina (?), in 1914.
DeathOctober 1966Gretchen Gudenschwager died in October 1966 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 75.

Children of Gretchen Gudenschwager and Fred Stabnaw

Harlan Behnke

M, b. 1 October 1934, d. 27 November 2020
Father*Carl Henry Behnke b. 25 Aug 1911, d. 19 Jun 1990
Mother*Ellen D. Soltwedel b. 17 Dec 1916, d. 15 Jul 1980
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 October 1934Harlan Behnke was born on 1 October 1934 at Loganville, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Carl Henry Behnke and Ellen D. Soltwedel.
Marriage30 July 1957Harlan Behnke married Helen M. Rhone on 30 July 1957.
Death27 November 2020Harlan Behnke died on 27 November 2020 at age 86 Harlan Behnke was born in Loganville, Wisconsin to Carl Behnke and Ellen (Soltwedel) Behnke on October 1, 1934. He attended Rock Springs grade school and later attended Reedsburg High School, where he was actively involved in sports.

After graduation, Harlan enlisted in the United State Marine Corp. He served in the Korean War and was honorably discharged. He met his first wife Helen (nee Rhone) in 1956 and they were married in 1957. He became a father in December of 1957.

Harlan attended Milwaukee School of Engineering and after his graduation there, was employed by General Electric. This started an adventure for Harlan and his young family, as his new employment caused frequent moves. He and his family, moved to New York, North Carolina, Kentucky, Illinois, Arizona, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. During this time period, Harlan changed employers and worked for Honeywell Information Systems, which eventually, became Honeywell Bull. This became an opportunity of world travel to France, England, Italy, and South Korea.

Harlan always enjoyed being able to come back to Rock Springs, to venture on summer fishing trips with his family, golf games at the Country Club and a visit to a favorite tavern to see his friends, play some cards and enjoy a good Friday night fish fry.

Upon his retirement from Honeywell, he and Helen, retired to the family home in Rock Springs and he became regularly active in community events. He served as President of the Village of Rock Springs and was always looking for ways to help the small little town that he called home, succeed. He was an active member in his church, St. John Lutheran, in Rock Springs.

His wife Helen passed away in 2016 and after a while, he had the good fortune to be introduced to Patricia Doyle Kautzer. Patricia and Harlan were married on November 30, 2019 and took up residence in her home in Reedsburg. He enjoyed love, family and friends in the last year of his life.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia Behnke, his daughter, Kimberly Beals (Peyton) of Massachusetts, granddaughter Colleen Beals of Rhode Island, brother, Robert (Mary) Behnke of Nashville, TN, sister Mary Ellen Potter (Dennis) of Neenah, Wisconsin, niece, Stephanie Meyers (Mike) and nephews, Rob Behnke (Christy) and Brian Potter (Keri).

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Ellen Behnke, his wife Helen, sister Beverly Ann, and a niece Chrissy Potter.

Funeral services for Harlan will be conducted at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, December 3, 2020 at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church in Rock Springs with Pastor David Karow officiating. Military honors will follow the service. Visitation will be on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg, and on Thursday from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Rock Springs at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance may be made to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Rock Springs.

Helen M. Rhone

F, b. 30 July 1937, d. 28 July 2015
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationHelen M. Rhone was also known as Moe surname of step-father.
Married Name30 July 1957As of 30 July 1957,her married name was Behnke.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 July 1937Helen M. Rhone was born on 30 July 1937 at Minnesota.
Marriage30 July 1957She married Harlan Behnke, son of Carl Henry Behnke and Ellen D. Soltwedel, on 30 July 1957.
Death28 July 2015Helen M. Rhone died on 28 July 2015 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 77.

Lyle Hochstein

M, b. 27 October 1954, d. 23 November 2020
Father*Gilbert J. Hochstein b. 22 Sep 1908, d. 5 Jun 1981
Mother*Marie Elizabeth Schroeder b. 1915, d. 2010
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 October 1954Lyle Hochstein was born on 27 October 1954.
He was the son of Gilbert J. Hochstein and Marie Elizabeth Schroeder.
Death23 November 2020Lyle Hochstein died on 23 November 2020 at age 66 Lyle Hochstein, age 66, of Scotland, South Dakota, died Monday, November 23, 2020, at the Menno-Olivet Care Center in Menno, South Dakota.

A memorial service will be 4:00 PM on Monday, November 30, 2020, at the Wintz Funeral Home in Hartington, Nebraska. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the memorial service on Monday at the funeral home in Hartington.

Lyle Hochstein was born October 27, 1954, in Yankton, South Dakota, to Gilbert and Marie (Schroeder) Hochstein. He grew up on the farm near Hartington, Nebraska and graduated from Cedar Catholic High School in 1973. Lyle married Pam Ekeren in November of 1980 and together had one son, Duane. Lyle continued to operate the family farm while going on many adventures. Lyle worked numerous jobs throughout his life. Everything from S & S Store to bridge crew. Lyle ended up moving to Scotland to be close to his favorite daughter in law and grandchildren. He enjoyed his Trans Ams, ALL OF THEM. He was a collector of anything eagles and rare coins. What Lyle loved the most was being an uncle and grandpa. He touched a lot of lives and will be missed.

Survivors include his son, Duane (Sarah) Hochstein of Scotland, South Dakota; three grandchildren: Peyton, Parker and Paxtyn; seven brothers and sisters: Kenneth (Diane) Hochstein of Eugene, Oregon; Reynold (Kathryn) Hochstein of Omaha, Nebraska; Marvin (Mardell) Hochstein of Bloomfield, Nebraska; Kathleen (Robert) Haug of Brookings, South Dakota; Dennis (Lynnette) Hochstein of Elkhorn, Nebraska; Charlotte (Greg) Gartner of Republican City, Nebraska; and Jolene (Richard) Donner of Crofton, Nebraska; many nieces and nephews and his white Trans Am.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters: Janice Hochstein and Karen Boning.

Eunice Jean Marienau

F, b. 12 December 1945, d. 2 December 2020
Father*Marvin Marienau b. 1923, d. 2003
Mother*Elverna Swisher d. b Jun 2005
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name13 November 1964As of 13 November 1964,her married name was Reiter.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 December 1945Eunice Jean Marienau was born on 12 December 1945.
She was the daughter of Marvin Marienau and Elverna Swisher.
Death2 December 2020Eunice Jean Marienau died on 2 December 2020 at age 74 Eunice Reiter, 74, of Le Mars, Iowa, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Funeral Services will be 7:00 p.m. Monday, December 7, 2020 at Rexwinkel Funeral Home in Le Mars. Vicar Renae Behrendes of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Le Mars will officiate. Visitation with the family present will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Social distancing and wearing a mask will be required. Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at Hillside Cemetery in Merrill, Iowa. Arrangements are with the Rexwinkel Funeral Home in Le Mars. Expressions of sympathy can be extended to the family through www.rexwinkelfh.com.

Eunice Jean Marienau was born December 12, 1945 in Le Mars, Iowa, the daughter of Marvin and Elverna (Swisher) Marienau. She attended school in Merrill and Le Mars.

She was united in marriage to Ron Reiter on November 13, 1964. They had three children: Sandy, Scott, and Steve. They later divorced in 1984.

Early on, Eunice was a homemaker for her family. Later, she worked various jobs in retail until retiring due to her health. In July of 2016, she moved to Prime Assisted Living in Le Mars.

Eunice was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Le Mars. She enjoyed taking her children on yearly camping vacations to the Black Hills. She had an opportunity to visit the Black Hills again earlier this year. She enjoyed collecting angels and cardinals, listening to music, and shopping. She also enjoyed playing cards, especially pinochle, Yahtzee, playing marbles, games involving dice, and playing bingo. One of her favorite pastimes was talking to her sisters daily. Her grandchildren meant the world to her; she went and cheered them all on at their sporting events.

Survivors include her children: Sandy (Mike) Lehner of Remsen, IA, Scott (Lisa) Reiter of Le Mars, IA, and Steve (Rochelle) Reiter of Remsen, IA; her grandchildren: Justin Lehner (Brandi Singer), Samantha Lehner (Kyle Pudiwitr), Nathan Reiter, Katelynn Reiter, and Cody (Micayla) Wilson; her great grandchildren: Kali Wilson, Oaklie Wilson, Paisley Wilson, Joey Singer, Blake Pudiwitr, Tyler Pudiwitr, and Kaleb Pudiwitr; 2 sisters: Sharon (Mike) Lovely of Sioux Falls, SD, and Patsy (Bill) Gengler of Le Mars, IA; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Marvin and Elverna Marienau; a brother in law, Marvin Vande Hoef; and two nieces, Suzanne Vande Hoef and Sheila Vande Hoef.

Elizabeth Patterson

F, b. 1861, d. March 1916
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Gierens.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElizabeth Patterson married Peter A. Gierens.
Birth1861Elizabeth Patterson was born in 1861.
DeathMarch 1916She died in March 1916 Elizabeth (Patterson) Gierens obituary.
Fennimore Times (Fennimore, Wisconsin) 15 Mar 1916 - Elizabeth (Patterson) Gierens obituary

Children of Elizabeth Patterson and Peter A. Gierens

Peter A. Gierens

M, b. 1850, d. 1926
Life EventDateDescription
MarriagePeter A. Gierens married Elizabeth Patterson.
Birth1850Peter A. Gierens was born in 1850.
Death1926He died in 1926.

Children of Peter A. Gierens and Elizabeth Patterson

Mathias Udelhofen Sr.

M, b. 19 April 1852, d. 23 February 1915
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMathias Udelhofen Sr. was also known as Matt.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMathias Udelhofen Sr. married Katherine Sausen.
Birth19 April 1852Mathias Udelhofen Sr. was born on 19 April 1852 at Grant, Wisconsin.
Death23 February 1915He died on 23 February 1915 at Grant, Wisconsin, at age 62.

Children of Mathias Udelhofen Sr. and Katherine Sausen

Katherine Sausen

F, b. 19 May 1849, d. 21 March 1919
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Udelhofen.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageKatherine Sausen married Mathias Udelhofen Sr.
Birth19 May 1849Katherine Sausen was born on 19 May 1849 at Germany.
Death21 March 1919She died on 21 March 1919 at Grant, Wisconsin, at age 69.

Children of Katherine Sausen and Mathias Udelhofen Sr.

Mathias Udelhofen Jr.

M, b. 26 April 1881, d. 9 July 1897
Father*Mathias Udelhofen Sr. b. 19 Apr 1852, d. 23 Feb 1915
Mother*Katherine Sausen b. 19 May 1849, d. 21 Mar 1919
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMathias Udelhofen Jr. was also known as Matt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 April 1881Mathias Udelhofen Jr. was born on 26 April 1881 at Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Mathias Udelhofen Sr. and Katherine Sausen.
Death9 July 1897Mathias Udelhofen Jr. died on 9 July 1897 at Grant, Wisconsin, at age 16 Mathias (Matt) Udelhofen death notice.
Grant County Herald (Lancaster, Wisconsin) 15 Jul 1897 - Mathias (Matt) Udelhofen death notice

Mary Elizabeth Bornbach

F, b. 12 October 1859, d. 27 March 1922
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name2 April 1877As of 2 April 1877,her married name was Vogt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 October 1859Mary Elizabeth Bornbach was born on 12 October 1859 at Bloomington, Grant, Wisconsin.
Marriage2 April 1877She married Frank Joseph Vogt on 2 April 1877.
Death27 March 1922Mary Elizabeth Bornbach died on 27 March 1922 at Glen Haven, Grant, Wisconsin, at age 62.

Children of Mary Elizabeth Bornbach and Frank Joseph Vogt

George Wedige

M, b. 1841, d. 1927
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1841George Wedige was born in 1841.
Death1927He died in 1927.
DateLocationDescription
August 1924Fennimore, Grant, WisconsinIn August 1924 at Fennimore, Grant, Wisconsin, attended reunion of Civil War soldiers.
Fennimore Times (Fennimore, Wisconsin) 06 Aug 1924 - Reunion of Civil War soldiers

Child of George Wedige