Bill Falk

M, d. 26 May 1973
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage25 September 1948Bill Falk married Ruth Emma Schroeder, daughter of Paul Henry Schroeder and Martha Amelia Dorow, on 25 September 1948.
Death26 May 1973Bill Falk died on 26 May 1973.

Gary Evan Dorow

M, b. 30 March 1946, d. 13 August 2019
Father*Clarence E. Dorow b. 29 Apr 1921, d. 7 Aug 1993
Mother*Unetta E. Licht b. 23 Jul 1924, d. 22 Jul 2011
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 March 1946Gary Evan Dorow was born on 30 March 1946.
He was the son of Clarence E. Dorow and Unetta E. Licht.
Death13 August 2019Gary Evan Dorow died on 13 August 2019 at age 73 Gary Evan Dorow, age 73 of Baraboo, passed away peacefully Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Columbia County Health Care Center. Gary, son of Clarence and Unetta (Licht) Dorow was born March 30, 1946 in Reedsburg. He attended and graduated from Darlington High School. Gary enlisted in the US Marine Corps on September 17, 1965. He received the Purple Heart in the Vietnam War. On April 15, 1969 he was honorably discharged. On June 16, 1973 he was united in marriage to Janet Ninnemann at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Loganville. Gary was employed by Neco Hammond and Flambeau Plastics as well as worked in the soil testing field and Dorow Electric until his retirement. In his free time, Gary enjoyed pitching on his softball team and riding motorcycles. He was a member of Eagle's Nest Detachment as well as St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Baraboo.

Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Janet; children, Kevin Dorow, Michelle (Jeremy) Hagen; two grandchildren, Race and Collette; siblings, Dennis (Janice) Dorow, Rebecca (Dustin) Thompson and Cynthia (Jerry) Balis as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Earl Dorow.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran Church with Pastor Karen Hofstad officiating. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Inurnment will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery where military rites will be conducted.

Sally Synoground

F, b. 23 March 1949, d. 1 August 2019
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 October 1996As of 26 October 1996,her married name was Vertein.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 March 1949Sally Synoground was born on 23 March 1949.
Marriage26 October 1996She married Robert Edwin Vertein, son of George L. Vertein Jr. and Faith Bonita Ziegler, on 26 October 1996.
Death1 August 2019Sally Synoground died on 1 August 2019 at age 70 Sally Vertein, age 70, of Reedsburg, passed away Thursday, August 1, 2019 at home with her family by her side. Sally, daughter of Paul and Betty Lou (Breece) Synoground was born March 23, 1949 in Kansas City, Kansas. She was united in marriage to Robbie Vertein on Oct. 26, 1996. Sally was a member of St. Pauls Lutheran Church in North Freedom. In her free time, she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, hunting, fishing, gardening and being outdoors. She was a computer geek and had a love for all animals.
Survivors include her daughter, Calista (Chad Seaton) Grooms, sister, Christine Janzen, Pam (Gene) Buskirk; brother, Michael Chinn; stepsons, Tommy and Toby Vertein; one grandchild due in November to Calista as well as grandchildren, Cole, Alexis, and Jacquelin Vertein, and other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Robbie.
Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at 11 a.m. at St. Pauls Lutheran Church in North Freedom with Pastor Andrew Meyer officiating. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Redlin Funeral Home in Baraboo from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. as well as on Wednesday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom.

Gladys Petzke

F, d. 16 May 2015
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name18 May 1957As of 18 May 1957,her married name was Getschman.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage18 May 1957Gladys Petzke married James S. Getschman, son of Schuyler Julius Getschman and Treva R. Lange, on 18 May 1957.
Death16 May 2015Gladys Petzke died on 16 May 2015.

Child of Gladys Petzke and James S. Getschman

Kendra Getschman

F, b. circa 1959, d. 14 July 2019
Father*James S. Getschman b. 18 Jul 1935, d. 26 Feb 2021
Mother*Gladys Petzke d. 16 May 2015
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lipska.
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1959Kendra Getschman was born circa 1959.
She was the daughter of James S. Getschman and Gladys Petzke.
Death14 July 2019Kendra Getschman died on 14 July 2019 Kendra (Getschman) Lipska, age 60 of Baraboo, WI, passed unexpectedly on July 14, 2019, at home. Kendra is survived by her husband, Wayne; children, Michele (TJ) Esser and Courtney (Steven) Dingfelder; grandchildren, Bryce and Alexis Esser and Roman and Zoey Dingfelder; father, James Getschman; sister, Brenda (John) Brokish; along with many friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her mother, Gladys Getschman. Kendra was employed by Lands' End for over 33 years. She was a devoted wife and member of her church. Kendra loved watching her grandchildren grow. She enjoyed making jewelry, working in her flower beds and traveling with her beloved husband. She was devoted to her faith and dedicated time to many church activities. A funeral service is scheduled for Saturday, July 20, 2019 11 A.M. at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Baraboo. Friends may call from 9 AM until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family for distribution to charitable organizations. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Herman Anton Luther

M, b. 21 November 1897, d. 3 January 1978
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageHerman Anton Luther married Louisa Laubmeier, daughter of George Laubmeier and Mary Walburga Kraemer.
Birth21 November 1897Herman Anton Luther was born on 21 November 1897 at Wisconsin.
Death3 January 1978He died on 3 January 1978 at age 80.

Child of Herman Anton Luther and Louisa Laubmeier

Mildred Marian Luther

F, b. 3 July 1925, d. 20 May 2019
Father*Herman Anton Luther b. 21 Nov 1897, d. 3 Jan 1978
Mother*Louisa Laubmeier b. 22 May 1902, d. 21 Apr 1962
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name28 April 1945As of 28 April 1945,her married name was Higgins.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 July 1925Mildred Marian Luther was born on 3 July 1925 at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Herman Anton Luther and Louisa Laubmeier.
Marriage28 April 1945Mildred Marian Luther married Wendal Leroy Higgins on 28 April 1945.
Death20 May 2019Mildred Marian Luther died on 20 May 2019 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 93 Mildred Marian Higgins went to join her Wendal in heaven on May 20, 2019. She was born in Plain, WI, to Herman and Louisa (Laubmeier) Luther on July 3, 1925, and she was the second oldest of 14 children.She married Wendal, the love of her life, on April 28, 1945 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Baraboo, WI. She had a long and illustrious career in retail at JC Penney Co., The Kiddie Kastle and McGann Furniture. She told us that she didn't want a long obituary, so we will say she was simply the best. The best wife, mother, Grams, G-Grams, sister, aunt and friend. Plus she could play a wicked game of Euchre.Besides Wendal and her parents, she was preceded in death by her very special son-in-law, Michael Manix, sisters; Loraine Ebsen, Bernice Benson, Alice Price, Louise Uselman, Geraldine Hinrichs, brothers; Rudy Luther, Herman Luther, Ralph Luther, Clayton Luther, and Fred Luther.She leaves behind to cherish her memory, daughters, Patricia Manix and Vickie (Bill) Covelli, grandchildren; Sean (Jen) Manix, Cory (Kim) Manix, Brooke (Jeremy) Crenshaw and Tim (Katie) Carroll, great grandchildren; Brody Manix and Hattie and Louisa Crenshaw, siblings; Caroline Schonasky, Mary (Norman) Capener and Robert (JoAnn) Luther, as well as too many special nieces, nephews and friends to mention.Our heartfelt thanks to her caregivers at Oak Park Place and St. Clare Meadows. Your gentle and loving care was a true gift.A memorial mass for Mildred will be held on Monday June 3, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Jared Holzhuter officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the mass at church on Monday. Private inurnment will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Wendal Leroy Higgins

M, b. 10 May 1920, d. 15 February 1978
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 May 1920Wendal Leroy Higgins was born on 10 May 1920 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage28 April 1945He married Mildred Marian Luther, daughter of Herman Anton Luther and Louisa Laubmeier, on 28 April 1945.
Death15 February 1978Wendal Leroy Higgins died on 15 February 1978 at Wisconsin at age 57.

Doris Hope Pergande

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 January 1956As of 26 January 1956,her married name was Gehri.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriage26 January 1956Doris Hope Pergande married Robert Gehri on 26 January 1956.

JoNelle Kay Brandt

F, b. 15 March 1949, d. 9 January 2015
Father*Melvin Frederick Brandt b. 28 Aug 1926, d. 11 Nov 2018
Mother*Delores Evelyn Muchow b. 19 Sep 1929, d. 25 Jan 1998
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JoNelle Kay (Brandt) Marquardt
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name16 October 1971As of 16 October 1971,her married name was Marquardt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 March 1949JoNelle Kay Brandt was born on 15 March 1949 at Loganville, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Melvin Frederick Brandt and Delores Evelyn Muchow.
Marriage16 October 1971JoNelle Kay Brandt married John Robert Marquardt on 16 October 1971.
Death9 January 2015JoNelle Kay Brandt died on 9 January 2015 at Madison, Dane, Wisconsin, at age 65 JoNelle “Jo” Kay Marquardt, of Baraboo, was called to her eternal home on Friday, January 9, 2015, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Jo was born the daughter of Melvin and Delores (Muchow) Brandt on March 15, 1949, in Loganville.

She was united in marriage to John Marquardt on October 16, 1971, at St. John Lutheran Church in Baraboo.

Jo was a 1967 graduate of the Baraboo Senior High School.

She worked for many years as a legal secretary, most recently for Conway & Seefeld. In her later years Jo became a Mary Kay consultant.

Jo loved to watch Wisconsin sports; especially the Milwaukee Brewers.

She enjoyed shopping and attending art fairs with her daughters.

Jo kept many beautifully written journals which detailed her daily life.

Along with her husband John, Jo enjoyed being outdoors and fishing. She spent many nights cuddled up with her four legged friends, Katie and Abby.

Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her family; especially her grandkids; Lily, Hunter, and Carly.

Jo will be remembered for her sweet nature and optimistic outlook on life. She was a very patient person and was always willing to help others. She had a quirky sense of humor and loved to laugh. She will be dearly missed by all those who knew her.

Jo is survived by:
…her husband of 43 years 2 months and 24 days,
……John Marquardt;
…daughters,
……Kristi (Rob) Heim,
……Kari (Ben) Thoma, and
……Jenna Marquardt;
…grandchildren,
……Lillian Grace and Charlotte Rosemarie Heim and
……Hunter John Thoma.

She is further survived by:
…her father,
……Melvin Brandt;
…her brothers,
……Richard (Donna) Brandt and
……Thomas (Lori) Brandt;
…sisters-in-law,
……Judy Birch, Jan (Bill) Bance,
……Nadine Marquardt, and Julie Blaney; and
…brother-in-law,
……Mike (Jeannie) Marquardt.

She is further survived by:
…many aunts, uncles,
…nieces, nephews,
…other relatives,
…and dear friends.

She was preceded in death by:
…her mother,
……Delores Brandt;
…parents-in-law,
……Melvin and Mildred Marquardt;
…brothers-in-law,
……James, Gerald, and Mark Marquardt.

Visitation for family and friends of JoNelle “Jo” Kay Marquardt will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2015, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Redlin Funeral Home, 401 Madison Ave. Baraboo. Continued Visitation will take place on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service, at the church.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 16, 2015, at the St. John Lutheran Church in Baraboo.

Burial will follow services at Walnut Hill Cemetery.

John Robert Marquardt

M, b. 27 November 1949, d. 20 February 2019
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John Robert Marquardt
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 November 1949John Robert Marquardt was born on 27 November 1949 at Wisconsin.
Marriage16 October 1971He married JoNelle Kay Brandt, daughter of Melvin Frederick Brandt and Delores Evelyn Muchow, on 16 October 1971.
Death20 February 2019John Robert Marquardt died on 20 February 2019 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 69 John Robert Marquardt, age 69 of Baraboo, passed away at home on Wednesday, February 20, 2019. John, son of Melvin and Mildred (Dunn) Marquardt was born November 27, 1949. He graduated from Baraboo High School, class of 1968. John proudly enlisted in the US Navy but received an honorable medical discharge shortly thereafter. On October 16, 1971 he was united in marriage to JoNelle “Jo” Kay Brandt at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Baraboo; she preceded him in death on Jan. 9, 2015. John and Jo were childhood sweethearts, being blessed with 43 years of marriage. He was employed by Oscar Mayer, Mid-State Associates, and Sysco Foods throughout his working career. In his younger years, John loved playing softball for Sundown Electric, participating in bow and trap shoots, as well as fishing and hunting with his dad and brothers. He was Past President of Baraboo Bowmen. John found great peace while outdoors; he was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, morel hunting, and bird watching. John will be remembered for taking care of his family, giving great hugs and kisses, having his mother’s green thumb, creating a home for countless dogs throughout the years and his unique ability to creatively repurpose items most people would throw away. He loved to watch sports and Westerns, having dinner at Jose’s with his daughters, but most of all cuddling with his grandkids and sneaking them M&M’s.
John is survived by “his girls”, Kristi (Rob) Heim, Kari (Ben) Thoma and Jenna (Kevin Hendrickson) Marquardt; grandkids, Lillian Grace and Charlotte Rosemarie Heim, Hunter John and Paige NiKole Thoma. He is further survived by his siblings, Judy (Rod) Birch-Blum, Jan (William) Bance, Mike (Jeannie Kowing) Marquardt; brothers-in-law, Tom (Lori) Brandt, Rick (Donna) Brandt; sisters-in-law, Nadine Marquardt and Julie Blaney, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and lifelong friends Don Rogers and Bill Karg and ‘fourth daughter’, Heather Hess. John will also be dearly missed by his four-legged companion, Abby.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jo; brothers, James, Gerald and Mark Marquardt; parents-in-law, Melvin and Delores Brandt and brother-in-law, Tom Birch.
Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 at St. John’s Lutheran Church with Pastor Tim Kuske officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Redlin Funeral Home and from 10 a.m. until the time of service at the church on Tuesday. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery where military rites will be conducted.

Nola Jeanne Sprecher

F, b. 15 August 1924, d. 3 November 2018
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Nola Jeanne Sprecher
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 August 1924Nola Jeanne Sprecher was born on 15 August 1924.
She was the daughter of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Death3 November 2018Nola Jeanne Sprecher died on 3 November 2018 at age 94.

John Morgan Sprecher

M, b. 25 May 1926, d. 15 February 2016
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageJohn Morgan Sprecher married Barbara Ann Lee.
Birth25 May 1926John Morgan Sprecher was born on 25 May 1926 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Death15 February 2016John Morgan Sprecher died on 15 February 2016 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 89.

Children of John Morgan Sprecher and Barbara Ann Lee

Barbara Ann Lee

F, b. 1926, d. 2006
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Sprecher.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageBarbara Ann Lee married John Morgan Sprecher, son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Birth1926Barbara Ann Lee was born in 1926.
Death2006She died in 2006.

Children of Barbara Ann Lee and John Morgan Sprecher

Stephanie Sprecher

F, b. 4 March 1952, d. 1 March 2021
Father*John Morgan Sprecher b. 25 May 1926, d. 15 Feb 2016
Mother*Barbara Ann Lee b. 1926, d. 2006
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1973As of 1973,her married name was McMahon.
Married Name1997As of 1997,her married name was Gaddas.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 March 1952Stephanie Sprecher was born on 4 March 1952 at Illinois.
She was the daughter of John Morgan Sprecher and Barbara Ann Lee.
Death1 March 2021Stephanie Sprecher died on 1 March 2021 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 68.

George R. Sprecher

M, b. 1922, d. 24 October 1943
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
T Sgt George R Sprecher
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1922George R. Sprecher was born in 1922 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Death24 October 1943George R. Sprecher died on 24 October 1943 at Tunisia Name:     George R Sprecher
Gender:     Male
Rank:     Technical Sergeant
Residence Place:     Wisconsin
Type of Medal:     Air Medal
Service Number:     16009446
Military Unit:     16th Squadron, 64th Troop Carrier Group
Military Branch:     U.S. Army Air Forces
War:     World War II
Death Date:     24 Oct 1943
Cemetery Plot Number:     E
Cemetery Row:     8
Cemetery Section:     Grave: 8
Cemetery:     North Africa
Burial Place:     Carthage, Tunisia
Next of Kin:     Mr Noble E Sprecher.
Wisconsin State Journal (Madison, Wisconsin) 13 Nov 1943 - George R Sprecher obituary
Baraboo News Republic (Baraboo, Wisconsin) 16 Nov 1943 - T Sgt George R Sprecher death notice

Rodney Dee Sprecher

M, b. 2 March 1930, d. 7 February 2024
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Rodney Dee Sprecher
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 March 1930Rodney Dee Sprecher was born on 2 March 1930 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Marriage22 July 1950Rodney Dee Sprecher married Jacqueline Ann Bazzill on 22 July 1950.
Death7 February 2024Rodney Dee Sprecher died on 7 February 2024 at age 93 Rodney D. Sprecher, age 93, of Baraboo, died on February 7, 2024, at Meadow Ridge Assisted Living, surrounded by his loving family.

Rodney was born in Baraboo on March 2, 1930, the son of Noble and Harriet (Hood) Sprecher. He was united in marriage to Jacqueline Ann Bazzill at the Trinity Episcopal Church in Baraboo. They resided in and around Baraboo their entire lives where they raised their three sons. Rod and Jackie enjoyed 65 years of marriage, and especially enjoyed traveling the United States in their motorhome, visiting every state in the contiguous United States together, oftentimes with their grandchildren as “co-pilots.” Rod helped to serve his community in various ways. He was a member of the Baraboo Elks Lodge 688 for over 70 years. He also served in the Wisconsin National Guard. His working career included working for Bazzill Plumbing, LC Welch Plumbing and Heating. He also owned and operated the Mobil Service Station at the Ritz Corners in West Baraboo. His work career continued with Hooper Construction and Steamfitters Local 601 in Madison, a member for over 60 years. When the Columbia Power Plant was constructed, he was the steamfitter foreman for the National Valve Company. Rod and Jackie built their dream home in Fairfield in 1976 where he resided until 2022. He is already very missed by his family and friends.

Rodney is survived by his sons, Jeff (Gail) Sprecher of Baraboo, Dan Sprecher of Baraboo, Brett (Kim) Sprecher of Madison; his grandchildren, Bryce of Madison, Hillary of Brooklyn New York, Justin (Kate) of Wellington New Zealand and James (Samantha) of Denver Colorado; his sister, Shari Schell and brother, Leonard “Bud” Sprecher. brother-in-law, Clinton Bazzill; sister-in-law Janice Bazzill; as well as many cousins, nieces, nephews, and many other relatives and friends.

Rodney was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jackie; sisters, Bonneviere (Edgar) Cole, Mary (Richard) Krueger, Nola Sprecher; brothers, George Sprecher (KIA in North Africa in WWII), John Sprecher; brother-in-law, Thomas Schell; sisters-in-law, Barbara Sprecher and Demi Sprecher.

A private graveside service will be held at Walnut Hill Cemetery where his cremains will be interred along with those of his loving wife Jackie.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Clarion Hotel Banquet Room in West Baraboo on Saturday, April 27, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Jacqueline Ann Bazzill

F, b. 28 August 1930, d. 9 October 2015
Jacqueline Bazzill 1948 senior portrait Baraboo High School, Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name22 July 1950As of 22 July 1950,her married name was Sprecher.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 August 1930Jacqueline Ann Bazzill was born on 28 August 1930 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage22 July 1950She married Rodney Dee Sprecher, son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood, on 22 July 1950.
Death9 October 2015Jacqueline Ann Bazzill died on 9 October 2015 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 85.

Leonard Mitchell Sprecher

M, b. 5 October 1931, d. 14 April 2025
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Leonard Mitchell (Bud) Sprecher
Leonard Mitchell (Bud) Sprecher in navy uniform
Name TypeDateDescription
NicknameLeonard Mitchell Sprecher also went by the name of Bud.
Name VariationLeonard Mitchell Sprecher was also known as Mitchell.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 October 1931Leonard Mitchell Sprecher was born on 5 October 1931 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Marriage3 January 1953Leonard Mitchell Sprecher married Rose Claire Bisch on 3 January 1953.
Death14 April 2025Leonard Mitchell Sprecher died on 14 April 2025 at age 93 Sprecher, Leonard Mitchell

A beloved family man, proud U.S. Navy veteran, dedicated volunteer and faithful servant, Leonard Mitchell "Bud" Sprecher, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 14, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, service and generosity. Bud was born on October 5, 1931, in Baraboo, Wisconsin, to Noble and Harriet (Hood) Sprecher. He was united in marriage to his high school sweetheart, Demi (Bisch) Sprecher, on January 3, 1953, at Saint Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo.

Bud lived an extraordinary life that wasn't measured by fame or fortune, but rather by showing up for the people he loved, giving his time to others, finding joy in the simple things, and making every day count. His wonderful sense of humor, his kind and giving heart, and his unending thoughtfulness served as his compass throughout his life — guiding the way he lived, loved, worked and gave. During his 93 years, he made an impact in countless ways — quietly making life just a little better for everyone around him.

Bud served in the Navy during the Korean War from 1951 to 1955 and was stationed in San Diego, California. He served on the USS Luzon ARG2 Marine Engine Repair Ship as a Pipefitter First Class LMS. Bud worked for several plumbing businesses and retired from Terrytown Plumbing in 1994. He takes great pride in having plumbed at various well-known Baraboo sites, including the Circus World Museum trains and the calliope, Ishnala Supper Club, and the Al Ringling Theatre, to name of few.

Bud and Demi loved to travel. One of their favorite annual trips was going around the country for the Luzon Ship Reunions, as well as going on the Badger Honor Flight with his oldest son Scott, also a Navy veteran. Traveling to the Netherlands to visit Maritte and Willem Harlaar, who are dear family friends, was always a highlight. They loved taking the train whenever they could and Bud even got to ride the Circus train to Milwaukee. Bud loved to fish and hunt. He passed this love of outdoorsmanship on to his family. There were annual Canadian fishing trips, trips to Sioux Falls, SD to bird hunt, and numerous deer hunting excursions. Bud and Demi always came back with wonderful stories and great memories and new friends.

Bud served his community in various ways. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and grilled many chickens for the annual church festival and Camp Gray as well as other capacities. He had the longest tenure of the Elks Club BPOE 688 for 73 years. He stuffed many stockings for the children’s Christmas program at the Elk’s Club. He was a lifetime member of St. Vincent De Paul and he was a member of the VFW. Bud was honored by his family with a brick at the new VFW Memorial wall for his military service. He also enjoyed the annual Pheasant Forever banquets. Bud was always proud to donate blood to the Red Cross and earned many pins doing so. He was such a selfless hardworking man in so many ways all while raising nine children.

Bud and Demi lived in their home in Baraboo until 1994, when they relocated to their cottage on Lake Redstone. It’s where many precious memories were made—boating, fishing, swimming, baking cookies, woodworking projects that he gifted, and hosting fun filled and cherished gatherings. Bud was at his happiest when surrounded by family and friends. Bud was known for his hospitality and with nine kids, “What’s a few more?” “Bud-isms” were always abundant. He had an uncanny sense of humor.

Bud is survived by his nine children, Scott, Tim, Pat (Mary), Peter (Terry), Tom (Anna), Jeanne (Steve) Pointon, David (Kelly), Jerry and Laurie (Steve) Kowalke. Twenty-five grandchildren, Lucas, Kristen, Kelly, Katie, Kassi, Leah, Ashley, Nicole, Greg, Steven, Janna, Kyla, Brittany, Tyler, Emily, Anne, Ben, Jade, Justine, Max, Ana, Claire, Lindsey, Mark and Connor, twenty-three great grandchildren and his sister Shari Schell and many nieces and nephews.



Bud was preceded in death by his wife Demi, his parents, sisters Bonneviere (Edgar) Cole, Mary (Richard) Krueger, Nola Sprecher, brothers, George Sprecher (KIA in North Africa in WWII), John Sprecher, Rodney Sprecher, his brother-in-law Thomas Schell and sisters-in-laws, Barbara Sprecher and Jackie Sprecher.

Bud’s family would like to thank Greenway Manor in Spring Green and Agrace for their amazing care.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Bud will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church at 11am. Visitation will be held on Monday, April 21, 2025 from 4pm until 7pm at Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home as well as the church on Tuesday from 10am until the time of mass. Burial with military honors will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Rose Claire Bisch

F, b. 30 August 1931, d. 22 February 2021
Rose Claire (Demi) Bisch in nurse uniform
Rose Claire (Bisch) Sprecher
Name TypeDateDescription
NicknameRose Claire Bisch also went by the name of Demi.
Married Name3 January 1953As of 3 January 1953,her married name was Sprecher.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 August 1931Rose Claire Bisch was born on 30 August 1931 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage3 January 1953She married Leonard Mitchell Sprecher, son of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood, on 3 January 1953.
Death22 February 2021Rose Claire Bisch died on 22 February 2021 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 89 With her "Bucket List" mostly fulfilled; experiences such as a HotAir Balloon ride over the southern Wisconsin landscape to riding a bicycle with family and friends along the canals in the Netherlands,Rose Claire "Demi" (nee Bisch) Sprecher went home to be with her Lord on Monday, Feb. 22, 2021. She was diagnosed in October, 2019 with Neutropenia, a condition resulting with no immune system, but boxes of face masks which became required wearing apparel.

Demi was born at St. Mary's Ringling Hospital on August 30, 1931 to Fred and Helen Bisch and baptized Rose Claire at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo. Her christened identity was short lived however. Fred and Nellie had a large dairy farm as well as owning and running a trucking business, so many hired men were necessary. She received the nickname Demmy at age 2 from her favorite farm helper, Bill Klipp. The spelling changed to Demi over the years but that is inconsequential.

The first eight years of her formal education were at a one room country school followed by four years and graduation from Baraboo High School in 1949. Demi was accepted to St. Mary's School of Nursing in Madison graduating with the class of 1952 and soon after became a Registered Nurse. On January 3, 1953 she married her high school sweetheart, Leonard "Bud" Sprecher, at that time stationed on the USS Luzon ARG in San Diego, CA, with the US Navy during the Korean War.

Her professional career began at St. Mary's Ringling Hospital in Baraboo in 1955 and continued until her retirement in 1995 from St. Clare Hospital. During that time caring for patients with diabetes awoke the need for a unified standard of care and patient education of diabetes including discharge planning. To that end she privately enrolled in an authorized program and became a Certified Diabetic Educator. With Medical and Administrative support Demi developed an outpatient diabetic education program at St. Clare Hospital based onNational Diabetes guidelines.

Family and friends were always foremost in Bud and Demi's life, including weekly summer camping excursions, annual Canadian fishing trips, yearly USS Luzon Navy reunions in cities all across the country, and attending their kids and grandkids sports programs and school activities. She loved watching Badger, Brewer, and Packer games, and putting together jigsaw puzzles. At one time playing Bridge andcurrently weekly games of Hand and Foot with former BHS classmates was a must thing. Another highlight was hosting the pre-Christmas Cookie Bake for the Grand and Great grandkids at their home on Lake Redstone.

Bud and Demi were active members of St Joseph's Parish. For many summers she made daily visits as camp nurse to the newly developed Camp Gray under the directorship of Fr. Kevin Cassidy. She also was secretary of the parish council in 1974 when Rev Fr. Joseph Henry approved of the Council applying for a license for the parish to play bingo. After months of correspondence with the appropriate State of Wisconsin agencies, trips to Madison by Fr. Cassidy, and meeting all legal state regulations, St. Joes was granted a license. Playing Bingo is an important regular social occasion to this day.

In 1994 the city of Baraboo purchased the home they had owned and lived in on Hwy W since 1955, preceding plans for the state to build a round-about and bypass adjoining their property. It was at that time Bud and Demi moved to their cottage on Lake Redstone in LaValle township and became permanent residents of LaValle.

Demi is survived by her husband Bud, of 68 years, their children Scott, Tim (Betsy), Patrick (Mary), Peter (Terry), Tom (Anna), Jeanne (Steve) Pointon, David (Kelly), Jerry and Laurie (Steve) Kowalke.Twenty five grandchildren; Lucas, Kristen, Kelly, Katie, Kassi, Leah, Ashley, Nicole, Greg, Steven, Janna, Kyla, Brittany, Tyler, Emily, Anne, Ben, Jade, Justine, Max, Ana, Claire, Lindsey, Mark and Connor; 18 great-grandchildren. Sisters Alice Cass-Hinz, Irene (Jerry) Anstett and brother COL (Ret) Fred "aka Tim" (Mitzi) Bisch. Very close special friends Willem and Mariette Harlaar and family of the Netherlands.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Mary (Harold) Townsend, Gertrude (Rupert) Fisher and brothers LeRoy and Leo (Mary) Bisch; brothers-in-law, Ralph Cass and Elroy Hinz.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at 1 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Father Jay Poster officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of mass. The mass will also be streamed on St. Joseph Churchs Facebook page for those unable to attend in person please search Baraboo Catholic St. Joseph Catholic Parish.

Bonneviere Sprecher

F, b. 8 September 1934, d. 4 April 2007
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Bonneviere Sprecher 1952 senior portrait Baraboo High School, Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameJanuary 1958As of January 1958,her married name was Cole.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 September 1934Bonneviere Sprecher was born on 8 September 1934 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
MarriageJanuary 1958Bonneviere Sprecher married Edgar William Cole in January 1958.
Death4 April 2007Bonneviere Sprecher died on 4 April 2007 at age 72 Bonneviere (nee Sprecher) Cole, age 72, of Baraboo went to be with the Lord on Wednesday April 4, 2007 with her family by her side. Bonnie, the daughter of Nobel and Harriet (Hood) Sprecher, was born on Sept. 8, 1934, in Baraboo where she lived all her life. She was married to Edgar Cole Sr on Sept. 9, 1958, at St Catholic Church where she had been a member for all her adult life. Bonnie worked at Badger Army Ammunition Plant as a lab technician in the acid labs for many years. She also worked at Baraboo floral and owned and operated the Shop Tavern. She enjoyed bowling on the league and also watching her Shop teams play softball. Bonnie was a self taught seamstress and made many beautiful things for her grandchildren whom she loved dearly. She is survived by seven children Joel (Linda) of Waukesha Mary (Rick) Stieve of Baraboo, Michelle (Rodney) Griffin of Wisconsin Dells, Tammy (Steven) Braun of Loganville, Edgar Cole Jr of Baraboo, John Cole of Baraboo and Lisa (Paul) Henke of Baraboo, 19 grandchildren, two great grandchildren, six siblings Nola Sprecher, John Sprecher, Rodney (Jackie) Sprecher, Leonard (Demi) Sprecher, Mary (Richard) Krueger and Shari Schell, many other relatives and friends. Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband Bill, her parents, brother George, grandson Elijah, daughter in law Cari Jo, brother in law Ibm Schell, and sister in law Barbara Sprecher. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Monday April 9, 2007, at St Catholic Church in Baraboo with Father Larry Bakke officiating. Interment will follow in St Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday from 10 am until the time of Mass at the church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St Parish. The Redlin Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.

Edgar William Cole

M, b. 1932, d. 1992
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1932Edgar William Cole was born in 1932.
MarriageJanuary 1958He married Bonneviere Sprecher, daughter of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood, in January 1958.
Death1992Edgar William Cole died in 1992.

Mary Leanne Sprecher

F, b. 26 September 1937, d. 16 October 2013
Father*Noble Eugene Sprecher b. 5 Jan 1901, d. 20 Jun 1977
Mother*Harriet Priscilla Hood b. 15 Sep 1902, d. 29 Sep 1995
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Krueger.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMary Leanne Sprecher married Richard Arthur Krueger.
Birth26 September 1937Mary Leanne Sprecher was born on 26 September 1937 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Death16 October 2013Mary Leanne Sprecher died on 16 October 2013 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 76.

Richard Arthur Krueger

M, b. 15 November 1936, d. 29 March 2008
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageRichard Arthur Krueger married Mary Leanne Sprecher, daughter of Noble Eugene Sprecher and Harriet Priscilla Hood.
Birth15 November 1936Richard Arthur Krueger was born on 15 November 1936 at Wisconsin.
Death29 March 2008He died on 29 March 2008 at Wisconsin at age 71.

Thomas John Schell

M, b. 1 March 1934, d. 9 August 1996
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 March 1934Thomas John Schell was born on 1 March 1934.
Death9 August 1996He died on 9 August 1996 at age 62.

Children of Thomas John Schell

Elmer Davis

M, b. 1889, d. 1973
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElmer Davis married Florence Hood, daughter of Charles William Hood and Amzer F. Martin.
Birth1889Elmer Davis was born in 1889.
Death1973He died in 1973.

John McKune

M, b. 1831, d. 15 April 1897
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1831John McKune was born in 1831.
Marriage1853He married Permelia Straight in 1853.
Death15 April 1897John McKune died on 15 April 1897.

Children of John McKune and Permelia Straight

Permelia Straight

F, b. 27 October 1835, d. 16 June 1910
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1853As of 1853,her married name was McKune.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 October 1835Permelia Straight was born on 27 October 1835.
Marriage1853She married John McKune in 1853.
Death16 June 1910Permelia Straight died on 16 June 1910 at age 74.

Children of Permelia Straight and John McKune

Daisy May Shinn

F, b. 15 October 1882, d. 31 January 1956
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Dack.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageDaisy May Shinn married Fred Keifer Dack, son of Charles David Dack and Catharine A. Seiders.
Birth15 October 1882Daisy May Shinn was born on 15 October 1882.
Death31 January 1956She died on 31 January 1956 at age 73.

Child of Daisy May Shinn and Fred Keifer Dack

Ivan Virgil Dack

M, b. 1 January 1912, d. 24 June 2007
Father*Fred Keifer Dack b. 3 Dec 1881, d. 7 Jul 1988
Mother*Daisy May Shinn b. 15 Oct 1882, d. 31 Jan 1956
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1 January 1912Ivan Virgil Dack was born on 1 January 1912 at Kansas.
He was the son of Fred Keifer Dack and Daisy May Shinn.
Death24 June 2007Ivan Virgil Dack died on 24 June 2007 at Kansas at age 95.

Robert H. Garver

M, b. February 1874, d. November 1945
Life EventDateDescription
BirthFebruary 1874Robert H. Garver was born in February 1874.
Marriage14 February 1904He married Grace Beula Dack, daughter of Charles David Dack and Catharine A. Seiders, on 14 February 1904 at Kansas.
Divorcebefore 1940Robert H. Garver and Grace Beula Dack were divorced before 1940.
DeathNovember 1945Robert H. Garver died in November 1945 at age 71.
Census DateLocationDescription
1930Portis, Osborne, KansasRobert H. Garver was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Portis, Osborne, Kansas.1

Children of Robert H. Garver and Grace Beula Dack

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Portis, Osborne, Kansas; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 0001; FHL microfilm: 2340449.

Charles Delbert Garver

M, b. 31 October 1925, d. 20 July 2019
Father*Robert H. Garver b. Feb 1874, d. Nov 1945
Mother*Grace Beula Dack b. 10 Aug 1886, d. 28 Jul 1980
Charles Delbert Garver
Life EventDateDescription
Birth31 October 1925Charles Delbert Garver was born on 31 October 1925 at Kansas.
He was the son of Robert H. Garver and Grace Beula Dack.
Death20 July 2019Charles Delbert Garver died on 20 July 2019 at Washington at age 93 Charles D. Garver passed away peacefully in the presence of family on the morning of July 20, 2019. Charles was born in Portis, Kansas on October 31, 1925, to Robert and Grace Garver.
On his birthday at the age of seventeen, Charles enlisted into the US Navy and served as a Hospital Corpsman 1st Class in WWII. Charles went on to serve his country in the Korean War as a Marine Corpsman 1st Class, and was a surviving member of the "The Chosin Few" from the brutal seventeen day battle at The Battle of Chosin Reservoir.
After proudly and honorably serving his country, Charles enjoyed many wonderful events and activities during his life. Charles was a member of the Masons and Shriner Band, and loved birdwatching, playing cards, and attending church and bible study. Charles loved and enjoyed his professional career as an optician at his own successful optical shop, "Optical Fashions" in Walla Walla, WA. What Charles loved the most was enjoying his family's many camping, fishing, and road trip adventures – especially to Montana, the Oregon coast, and California.
Charles is survived by his loving and caring wife, JoAnne Elledge Garver; daughters, Sandra (Thomas) Hawks, LuAnne (Gary) Rosso and Kelle Garver-Sloan; sons, Charles D. Garver Jr. (Suda) and Robert M. Garver (deceased); grandchildren, Ryan (Annie) Rosso, Kyle Rosso, Charles C. (Desiree) Sloan, Tiffany (Rafael) Ramirez and Tressa (Paul) Bauman, and ten great-grandchildren. Charles will be lovingly remembered by a large number of family and friends, including his nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.
A memorial service with inurnment and full Military Honors will be held at 1:00pm on August 13, 2019 at the Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon.
Census DateLocationDescription
1930Portis, Osborne, KansasCharles Delbert Garver was listed as a son in Robert H. Garver's household on the 1930 Census at Portis, Osborne, Kansas.1
1940Downs, Osborne, KansasCharles Delbert Garver was listed as a son in Grace Beula Dack's household on the 1940 Census at Downs, Osborne, Kansas.2

Child of Charles Delbert Garver

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Portis, Osborne, Kansas; Page: 3A; Enumeration District: 0001; FHL microfilm: 2340449.
  2. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1940; Census Place: Downs, Osborne, Kansas; Roll: m-t0627-01250; Page: 4A; Enumeration District: 71-20.