Nancy Lee Knapp

F, b. 23 February 1940, d. 1 May 2019
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Nancy (Knapp) VanDeHei
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1959As of circa 1959,her married name was VanDeHei.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 February 1940Nancy Lee Knapp was born on 23 February 1940 at Wisconsin.
Marriagecirca 1959She married Robert George VanDeHei, son of Jacob John VanDeHei Jr. and Lorraine Clara E. Tessmer, circa 1959.
Death1 May 2019Nancy Lee Knapp died on 1 May 2019 at Wisconsin at age 79 Vandehei, Nancy L. (nee Knapp) Of Greenfield, went to be with the Lord and her beloved husband on May 1, 2019 at the age of 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Robert Vandehei. Loving mother of Sherilyn (James Angus) Graham, and Timothy R. (Linda) Vandehei. Proud grandmother of Carrie (Shawn), and Amy (Josh). Great-grandmother of Morgan, Cody, Andrew, Darryl, and Dakota. Dear sister of Barbara Collins. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service Monday, May 6, at 12:00PM at the funeral home chapel. Visitation on Monday from 10:00AM until time of service. Entombment Arlington Park Cemetery.

Willo Mary Rothwell

F, b. 4 June 1918, d. 29 January 2011
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Willo Rothwell 1937 yearbook photo Wisconsin State Teachers College-Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1956As of before 1956,her married name was Jones.
Married Name15 June 1956As of 15 June 1956,her married name was Tessmer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 June 1918Willo Mary Rothwell was born on 4 June 1918 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Marriagebefore 1956She married Talmadge Jones before 1956.
Marriage15 June 1956Willo Mary Rothwell married Alvin George Tessmer, son of Charles Heinrich Tessmer Jr. and Edna A. Giebel, on 15 June 1956 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Death29 January 2011Willo Mary Rothwell died on 29 January 2011 at Westfield, Marquette, Wisconsin, at age 92.
DateLocationDescription
1940In 1940 Highest Grade Completed     College, 3rd year.

Child of Willo Mary Rothwell and Alvin George Tessmer

Talmadge Jones

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Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1956Talmadge Jones married Willo Mary Rothwell before 1956.

Bruce Taylor Tessmer

M, b. 13 November 1951, d. 16 January 2025
Step-father*Alvin George Tessmer b. 26 Feb 1929, d. 14 Dec 2005
Mother*Willo Mary Rothwell b. 4 Jun 1918, d. 29 Jan 2011
FatherTalmadge Jones
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Bruce Tessmer 1969 senior portrait Sheboygan Falls High School, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 November 1951Bruce Taylor Tessmer was born on 13 November 1951.
He was the son of Alvin George Tessmer and Willo Mary Rothwell.
Death16 January 2025Bruce Taylor Tessmer died on 16 January 2025 at age 73 Bruce Tessmer, 73, passed away peacefully at home on the evening of January 16, 2025 amidst his dear family. He lived with and dealt with cancer for his last six years.
Bruce was born in Ft. Lee, Virginia on November 13, 1951 to Talmadge and Willo (Rothwell) Jones. Willo later married Alvin Tessmer who adopted and helped raise Bruce. He graduated from Sheboygan Falls High School and the University of Wisconsin - Platteville. In December of 1973 he married Mary Lou Olson. They have lived in the Richland Center area for the past 51 years.
Bruce spent his last 30 years of work at S & S Cycle, Viola. He always said, "I was kicked out of every reputable department in the company and ended up in marketing." At S & S he made numerous instructional videos that continue to be referenced by motorcycle enthusiasts around the world. He bought his first motorcycle in high school (a 350 Honda) and eventually advanced to his 1977 Harley which he enjoyed riding and continually worked at improving.
Music was important to Bruce throughout his life. He grew up listening to his mother playing guitar and singing and soon followed her lead. He played in bands in high school, throughout college, and performed in groups and on solo projects in the Driftless area. He played a wide variety of music, but especially loved rock and the blues. Besides the music, he valued the camaraderie with the many musicians he played with in bands and at the numerous open mic nights he attended in the area. He loved seeing young (and not so young) performers gain confidence and encouraged their efforts.
His interests and skills included: writing, recording, and producing his own music (CDs and videos), creating and firing unique ceramic pieces, maintaining the vehicles and equipment needed by his family and on his rural property, and mastering and keeping current with the latest technology. He enjoyed bicycling, gardening, traveling, reading, hiking, and spending time with his family (and pets).
Bruce is survived by his wife, Mary Lou; children: Chris (fiancé Anna Selheim) of Hanover, Maryland, Eric (Jessica) of Kyle, Texas, and Melanie of Richland Center; brother Tom (Rosie) of Green Bay; sisters-in-law: Augie (Bill) Records of Great Falls, Montana and Ellen (Steve Lundstrom) of Nashwauk, Minnesota; brother-in-law Larry Olson of Stoughton; other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Talmadge Jones, Willo and Alvin Tessmer; parents-in-law: Kenneth and Augie Olson; and sister-in-law, Judy Tessmer.

Harold Myron Brown

M, b. 5 May 1944, d. 28 December 2006
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 May 1944Harold Myron Brown was born on 5 May 1944.
Death28 December 2006He died on 28 December 2006 at age 62.

Susan Jo Tessmer

F, b. 23 May 1956, d. 20 May 2012
Father*Elmer Fred Edward Tessmer b. 18 Jul 1919, d. 13 Oct 1991
Mother*Wilma Helen Osborne b. 2 Nov 1917, d. 9 Aug 1985
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Susan Tessmer 1974 senior portrait Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name9 April 1988As of 9 April 1988,her married name was Tiedkte.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 May 1956Susan Jo Tessmer was born on 23 May 1956.
She was the daughter of Elmer Fred Edward Tessmer and Wilma Helen Osborne.
Marriage9 April 1988Susan Jo Tessmer married William Lee Tiedkte on 9 April 1988 at Juneau, Wisconsin.
Death20 May 2012Susan Jo Tessmer died on 20 May 2012 at age 55.

William Lee Tiedkte

M, b. 19 August 1942, d. 21 August 2020
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Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 August 1942William Lee Tiedkte was born on 19 August 1942.
Marriage9 April 1988He married Susan Jo Tessmer, daughter of Elmer Fred Edward Tessmer and Wilma Helen Osborne, on 9 April 1988 at Juneau, Wisconsin.
Death21 August 2020William Lee Tiedkte died on 21 August 2020 at age 78 William L. Tiedtke, age 78 years, of rural Elroy, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2020 at the Serenity House in Tomah.

He was born on August 19, 1942 to Harry and Isolene (Ewing) Tiedtke in the Town of Woodland, Sauk County, Wisconsin.

William lived in the Wonewoc and Elroy areas. He was busy doing handyman work, small engine repair, mowing grass and farming. He enjoyed local fairs and tractor pulls, gas and steam engine shows, country western music and eating pie.

Survivors include his sons, Wayne Tiedtke of Reedsburg and Anthony (Amanda) Tiedtke of Mauston; granddaughter, Jordan Tiedtke; special friend, Joann Wastlick; siblings, Ramona Sorenson of Elroy, Judy (Dave) Johnson of Hillsboro, Jean (Bill) Mellentine of Reedsburg and Ronnie Tiedtke of Wisconsin Dells. He was preceded in death by his Parents; and wife, Susan Tiedtke.

Funeral Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at approximately 2:00 p.m. at the Pine Eden Cemetery in Wonewoc, with Pastor Robert Butler officiating. Visitation will be held at the Picha Funeral Home in Wonewoc on Thursday from 12 to 2 p.m.

Edward John Weeks

M, b. 7 September 1927, d. 26 January 2015
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 September 1927Edward John Weeks was born on 7 September 1927.
Death26 January 2015He died on 26 January 2015 at age 87 Edward J. Weeks, 87, of Williamsport, passed away Monday, Jan. 26, 2015, at the Loyalsock Creek Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility.

Born Sept. 7, 1927, in Indiana, Pa., he was the son of Edward P. and Ruth Smeyers Weeks. He was a 1944 graduate of South Williamsport High School and the Lycoming College Class of 1952. Ed served in the U.S. Navy and was discharged in 1946. He was a charter member of the Northway Presbyterian Church, where he served many years as deacon and kitchen volunteer. Ed was an employee of E. Keeler Company for 43 years, retiring as sales manager.

Ed was an avid golfer and life-long member of the White Deer Municipal Golf Course. He enjoyed creating custom golf clubs for his many friends and others. He also enjoyed fishing, playing darts, bowling and memorable vacations with his family. Well-known for his amiable, honest nature and sense of humor, he was a loyal and dedicated spouse, father, grandfather and friend. He was a true gentleman.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Helen Gossage; and daughter, Karen Weeks-Tate. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Ruth A. Weeks; son, David J. Weeks; grandsons, Michael Krall and Nicholas Tate; stepgranddaughter, Ashley Tate; and great-grandson, Caruso Krall.

A memorial service will be conducted at Northway Presbyterian Church, 1520 Northway Road, Williamsport, on Sunday, Feb. 1 at 2 p.m. The Pastor Ken Woods-Henderson, presiding.

Child of Edward John Weeks

Karen Ann Weeks

F, b. 19 October 1955, d. 21 July 2012
Father*Edward John Weeks b. 7 Sep 1927, d. 26 Jan 2015
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Weeks-Tate.
Married NameHer married name was Tate.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 October 1955Karen Ann Weeks was born on 19 October 1955.
She was the daughter of Edward John Weeks.
Death21 July 2012Karen Ann Weeks died on 21 July 2012 at age 56.

Jane Evelyn Devine

F, b. 8 June 1920
Father*James Edward Devine b. 28 Jun 1895, d. 26 Jul 1939
Mother*Erma Knafla b. 6 Apr 1900, d. Aug 2001
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1940As of before 1940,her married name was Lutz.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 June 1920Jane Evelyn Devine was born on 8 June 1920.
She was the daughter of James Edward Devine and Erma Knafla.
Marriagebefore 1940Jane Evelyn Devine married Irvin Sterling Lutz Jr. before 1940.

Irvin Sterling Lutz Jr.

M, b. 1914
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Birth1914Irvin Sterling Lutz Jr. was born in 1914.
Marriagebefore 1940He married Jane Evelyn Devine, daughter of James Edward Devine and Erma Knafla, before 1940.

Lester Wilbur Skelding

M, b. 10 October 1908, d. 27 September 1999
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Birth10 October 1908Lester Wilbur Skelding was born on 10 October 1908 at Pennsylvania.
Marriagebetween 1930 and 1934He married Ruth Alma Knafla, daughter of Gustavus G. Knafla and Mary Ann Nagle, between 1930 and 1934.
Death27 September 1999Lester Wilbur Skelding died on 27 September 1999 at age 90 Lester W Skelding obituary.
Press Enterprise (Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania) 30 Sep 1999 - Lester W Skelding obituary

Child of Lester Wilbur Skelding and Ruth Alma Knafla

Vivian Ruth Skelding

F, b. 13 July 1934, d. 26 October 1963
Father*Lester Wilbur Skelding b. 10 Oct 1908, d. 27 Sep 1999
Mother*Ruth Alma Knafla b. 1906, d. 3 Jun 1996
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Vivian R Skelding 1952 senior portrait Bloomsburg Area High School, Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name24 July 1954As of 24 July 1954,her married name was Melick.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth13 July 1934Vivian Ruth Skelding was born on 13 July 1934 at Pennsylvania.
She was the daughter of Lester Wilbur Skelding and Ruth Alma Knafla.
Marriage24 July 1954Vivian Ruth Skelding married Ronald James Melick on 24 July 1954 Vivian (Skelding) and Ronald J Melick.
The Danville Morning News (Danville, Pennsylvania) 31 Jul 1954- Vivian (Skelding) and Ronald J Melick
Death26 October 1963Vivian Ruth Skelding died on 26 October 1963 at Pennsylvania at age 29 Mrs Ronald J Melick (Vivian Ruth Skelding) death notice.
Shamokin News-Dispatch (Shamokin, Pennsylvania) 28 Oct 1963 - Mrs Ronald J Melick (Vivian Ruth Skelding) death notice

Ronald James Melick

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Marriage24 July 1954Ronald James Melick married Vivian Ruth Skelding, daughter of Lester Wilbur Skelding and Ruth Alma Knafla, on 24 July 1954 Vivian (Skelding) and Ronald J Melick.
The Danville Morning News (Danville, Pennsylvania) 31 Jul 1954- Vivian (Skelding) and Ronald J Melick

Joshua Joseph Melick

M, b. 19 October 1983, d. 21 December 2017
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 October 1983Joshua Joseph Melick was born on 19 October 1983.
Death21 December 2017He died on 21 December 2017 at age 34 Joshua Joseph Melick, age 34, of Wormleysburg and formerly of Mechanicsburg, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2017 at the Hershey Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Born October 19, 1983 in Harrisburg, PA, he was a son of Randall and Cheryl D. (Young) Melick of Mechanicsburg.
Josh was a graduate of Mechanicsburg Area Senior High School Class of 2002 where he excelled in sports. He was a 4-year letter winner in both golf and volleyball. Josh was a former warehouse assistant manager with DriveKore, Inc. in Mechanicsburg. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed attending various racetracks and NASCAR events with his girlfriend Brooke. He especially appreciated the talents of his favorite driver, Danica Patrick.
Josh was a die-hard Miami Dolphins fan and loved his Penn State football. He was a devoted and faithful Philadelphia Phillies fan and whether they were winning or losing; Josh was always rooting for his team. Josh was also a dedicated supporter of the Lymphoma Society, often participating in their charity walks. He enjoyed traveling on family vacations to the New Jersey beaches but most of all he loved being with his family and friends. Josh was such a generous person that he would rather give than receive. Seeing smiles and happy expressions of joy on family and friends faces meant the world to him. He was a wonderful, loving and caring person who touched the lives of many and will be deeply missed.
In addition to his parents, Josh is survived by his brother Ryan J. Melick of Hummelstown; his loving and inseparable girlfriend Brooke Schuman of Wormleysburg; maternal grandparents William and Darla Young of Mechanicsburg; paternal grandfather Ronald Melick of Florida as well as many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, family and friends. Josh was preceded in death by his paternal grandmothers Vivian Skelding Melick and Dorothy Jean Melick.
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M. Thursday, December 28, 2017 at Christ Community Church, 1201 Slate Hill Rd, Camp Hill. Burial will take place at Mechanicsburg Cemetery. Viewing will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, December 27th at Malpezzi Funeral Home, Mechanicsburg.

Dolores Anne Knafla

F, b. 4 June 1927, d. 31 May 1994
Father*Cephas Gerald Knafla b. 20 Aug 1902, d. 10 Jul 1988
Mother*Viola V. Wczesny b. 26 May 1905, d. 6 Oct 1979
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Dolores A Knafla 1948
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name5 June 1948As of 5 June 1948,her married name was Veronick.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth4 June 1927Dolores Anne Knafla was born on 4 June 1927 at Nanticoke, Luzerne, Pennsylvania.
She was the daughter of Cephas Gerald Knafla and Viola V. Wczesny.
Marriage5 June 1948Dolores Anne Knafla married Michael Veronick on 5 June 1948 at Luzerne, Pennsylvania, Dolores A Knafla and Michael Veronick engagement announcement.
Wilkes-Barre Times Leader, the Evening News (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) 16 Apr 1948 - Dolores A Knafla and Michael Veronick engagement announcement
Death31 May 1994Dolores Anne Knafla died on 31 May 1994 at age 66 Dolores A. Veronick, of West Union Street, Nanticoke, died Tuesday at her home. Born in Nanticoke, she was the daughter of the late Cephas and Viola Chesney Knafla. She was a member of St. Standslaus Church, Nanticoke, and its Sacred Heart Society. She also was a member of Washington Fire Company Auxiliary.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Michael. She is survived by daughters, Marlene Ogin, Plymouth; Carla Katra, Nanticoke; son, Dennis, Kingston; four grandchildren; and a brother, Gerald, Shavertown, Kingston Township. The funeral will be 8:45 a.m. Friday from Earl W. Lohman Funeral Home, 14 W. Green St. Nanticoke. A Mass of Christian burial will be 9:15 a.m. at St. Stanislaus Church, Nanticoke.

Interment will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday. The Sacred Heart Society, with the Rev. Joseph Kakareka, will recite the Rosary at 3 p.m. Thursday.

Gerald William Knafla

M, b. 11 February 1929, d. 12 April 2024
Father*Cephas Gerald Knafla b. 20 Aug 1902, d. 10 Jul 1988
Mother*Viola V. Wczesny b. 26 May 1905, d. 6 Oct 1979
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Birth11 February 1929Gerald William Knafla was born on 11 February 1929 at Nanticoke, Luzerne, Pennsylvania.
He was the son of Cephas Gerald Knafla and Viola V. Wczesny.
MarriageApril 1953Gerald William Knafla married Florence Zych in April 1953 Florence Zych and Gerald Knafla engagement announcement.
Wilkes-Barre Times Leader, the Evening News (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) 07 Feb 1953 - Florence Zych and Gerald Knafla engagement announcement
Marriagebefore 2007Gerald William Knafla married Dorothy J. Haradem before 2007.
Death12 April 2024Gerald William Knafla died on 12 April 2024 at age 95 Gerald W. Knafla Sr., 95, of Shavertown, passed away peacefully Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Meadows Nursing Center, Dallas.

He was born in Nanticoke, Feb. 11, 1929, and was the son of the late Cephas and Viola (Chesney) Knafla. Gerald graduated from Nanticoke High School and served in the U. S. Army. He was employed as a brakeman and conductor with the D&H Railroad for 40 years, retiring in 1991. He was an active member of Washington Fire Company No. 5, and ambulance unit, in Nanticoke.

In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by his sister, Dolores; and wife, Dorothy.

He is survived by his children: Andrea Louise Knafla Pituch, Dallas Township, Pa; and Gerald W. Knafla Jr., Rock Hill S.C; grandchildren: Lydia Ann Pituch, Indian Trail, N.C; Lauren Rose Knafla Randar and her husband Dennis, Fort Mill, S.C; and Amanda Lee Pituch Cooper and her husband Corey, Sweet Valley, Pa; great-grandchildren: Jordyn Pituch; Finley and Vienna Randar; Emersyn, Kenley and Sophia Cooper; and several nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Friday in St. Therese's Church, 64 Davis St., Shavertown. The Rev. Joseph Pisaneschi will serve as officiant. Entombment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery Mausoleum, Carverton.

Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. All are asked to go directly to church on day of service.

Florence Zych

F, b. 29 August 1930, d. 17 April 1997
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameApril 1953As of April 1953,her married name was Knafla.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 August 1930Florence Zych was born on 29 August 1930 at Pennsylvania.
MarriageApril 1953She married Gerald William Knafla, son of Cephas Gerald Knafla and Viola V. Wczesny, in April 1953 Florence Zych and Gerald Knafla engagement announcement.
Wilkes-Barre Times Leader, the Evening News (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) 07 Feb 1953 - Florence Zych and Gerald Knafla engagement announcement
Death17 April 1997Florence Zych died on 17 April 1997 at Pennsylvania at age 66.

Michael Veronick

M, b. 13 April 1919, d. 21 March 1975
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Birth13 April 1919Michael Veronick was born on 13 April 1919.
Marriage5 June 1948He married Dolores Anne Knafla, daughter of Cephas Gerald Knafla and Viola V. Wczesny, on 5 June 1948 at Luzerne, Pennsylvania, Dolores A Knafla and Michael Veronick engagement announcement.
Wilkes-Barre Times Leader, the Evening News (Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania) 16 Apr 1948 - Dolores A Knafla and Michael Veronick engagement announcement
Death21 March 1975Michael Veronick died on 21 March 1975 at age 55 Michael Veronick, 55, of 709 Fairchild Nanticoke, died Friday night in Nanticoke State General Hospital. A native of Alden, he formerly was employed by UGI Corporation, until 1974, retiring because of ill health. He was the leader of the Mick Michaels Orchestra, starting the Wyoming Valley group 27 years ago. Mr. Veronick was an Air Force veteran of World War II and was a member of St. Stanislaus Church, Nanticoke. Surviving are his widow, the former Dolores Knafla; children, Mrs. Marlene Skoniecki, Nanticoke; Carla and Dennis, at home; brothers, Nicholas, Alden; Andrew, Buffalo, N. Wassil, Claymont, Steven, Baltimore; Peter, Jenkins Township; one grandson.

Funeral Tuesday at 8:30 from Drapiewski Funeral Home, 14 W. Green Nanticoke, with Mass of Christian at 9 in St. Stanislaus Church. Interment in the parish cemetery. Friends may call 2 to 4 and 7 to 10. Nanticoke Post 350, American Legion, will conduct military rites.
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James W. DeMuth

M, b. 21 April 1945, d. 7 February 2024
Father*Clarence DeMuth d. 2 Apr 2004
Mother*Evelyn Mary Wiederholt b. 30 May 1917, d. 14 Apr 2013
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 April 1945James W. DeMuth was born on 21 April 1945.
He was the son of Clarence DeMuth and Evelyn Mary Wiederholt.
Death7 February 2024James W. DeMuth died on 7 February 2024 at age 78 James “Jim” W. DeMuth, 78, of Hazel Green, WI passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at Park Place Memory Care in Platteville, WI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 12th at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church in Hazel Green, WI, with Fr. Peter Auer officiating. Burial with military honors accorded will be in the St. Francis de Sales Church Cemetery in Hazel Green, WI. Family & friends may call on Sunday, February 11th from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI; also on Monday, February 12th from 9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. The Haudenshield Funeral Home & Cremation Services in Cuba City, WI is serving the family.

Jim was born on April 21, 1945 to Clarence & Evelyn (Wiederholt) DeMuth in Hazel Green, WI. He was a graduate from Hazel Green High School. He was a US Army veteran and served a tour in Vietnam in 1967. He married Diane K. Crapp on September 20, 1969 in Potosi, WI. Jim owned and operated Farmer’s Feed Mill for many years, worked on his farm and worked for the Township of Hazel Green as a snowplow driver. Jim enjoyed gardening, fishing, drinking beer, he loved cheering on the Chicago Bears, but most of all, he enjoyed time spent with his family and friends. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jim is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Diane; 3 daughters: Tammy (Steve) Miller of Waunakee, WI, Angela (Michael) Redfearn of Hazel Green, WI & Sara (Tim) Craugh of Hazel Green, WI; 6 grandchildren: Kalli & Katie Craugh, Austin & Gracie Redfearn and Devin & Darin Miller; 7 siblings: Mary Jane (David) Busch, Richard “Dick” (Mary Jean) DeMuth, Betty (Donnie) Dreessen, Joyce Uthe, Eunice Oster, Thomas “Tom” (Sandy) DeMuth & Joseph “Joe” (Janice) DeMuth; along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 brothers-in-law: John Uthe & Bill Oster.

John Jeffrey Stephens

M, b. 23 February 1949, d. 2 March 2024
Father*Kenneth Stephens b. 1925, d. 3 Feb 2001
Mother*Ramona D. Baryenbruch b. 12 Oct 1925, d. 28 Oct 2003
Name TypeDateDescription
NicknameJohn Jeffrey Stephens also went by the name of George.
Name VariationJohn Jeffrey Stephens was also known as Jack.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 February 1949John Jeffrey Stephens was born on 23 February 1949.
He was the son of Kenneth Stephens and Ramona D. Baryenbruch.
Death2 March 2024John Jeffrey Stephens died on 2 March 2024 at age 75 John “Jack” Jeffrey Stephens, 75 of Spring Green, WI peacefully went to his golden ballpark and golf course in the sky on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, son that brought nothing but goodwill and lightheartedness to everyone he met. Jack was full of humor and loved a good prank. He was born on February 23, 1949 in Dodgeville, WI the son of Kenneth and Ramona (Baryenbruch) Stephens. Jack grew up on a farm, but soon after moved into Dodgeville. Known as George to his brothers and sister, he was the second child of seven children. Sports was a large part of Jack’s family. Jack loved baseball, basketball, football. Later in life, golf became his real passion. He loved and lived golf.

After high school Jack studied radio broadcasting at Brown Institute in Minneapolis. Went to work as a DJ at WDMP Dodgeville. Served his country in the Army Reserves. Afterwards Jack was employed by General Telephone/GTE/Verizon company for 33 plus years. President of the Lions Club, he loved being involved in community activities and being a “notable presence” at many sports events. Jack met his first wife Karen and started a family. Shannan was the first son, followed by Eric and Christopher. Jack loved teaching and playing various sports with his children. Later in life he met his second wife Julie, and gained two daughters, Tiffany and Kelly.

Preceded in death by his parents Ken and Monie Stephens. He is survived and will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Julie; his sons, Shannan (Nikki), Eric, Christopher (Jamie); daughters, Tiffany (Steve), Kelly (Brad); grandchildren, Alicyn, Madison, Will, Bodhi, Summer, Arya, Seneca, Derek, Daniela, Savannah; brothers, Dick (Deb), Tom (Julie), Jim (Deb), Den, Tim; sister, Julie (Bobby); and numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life gathering will be held on Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 1:00 P.M.-5:00 P.M. at the Richardson-Stafford Funeral Home in Spring Green, WI.

Merle W. Mack

M, b. 3 December 1903, d. 23 July 1928
Father*Lewis Clyde Mack b. 19 Oct 1872, d. Aug 1945
Mother*Catherine A. Liverance b. 1874, d. Jun 1964
Merle Mack 1923 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin
Life EventDateDescription
Birth3 December 1903Merle W. Mack was born on 3 December 1903 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Lewis Clyde Mack and Catherine A. Liverance.
Death23 July 1928Merle W. Mack died on 23 July 1928 at Ohio at age 24.

Charles Fredrick Mack

M, b. 5 January 1902
Father*Lewis Clyde Mack b. 19 Oct 1872, d. Aug 1945
Mother*Catherine A. Liverance b. 1874, d. Jun 1964
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 January 1902Charles Fredrick Mack was born on 5 January 1902 at Iowa.
He was the son of Lewis Clyde Mack and Catherine A. Liverance.
UNMARRIED1950As of 1950, Charles Fredrick Mack was never married.