Loraine A. Grosskopf, 93, of Shawano, passed away Monday morning, July 21, 2014, at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King. The former Loraine Stoehr was born Sept. 13, 1920, one of 13 children born to the late Joseph and Theresa (Weber) Stoehr.

Loraine was born in Gresham and enjoyed life growing up on her family’s farm. After graduating from Gresham High School, she continued her education by attending the Oshkosh Teachers College. After earning her teaching degree, she taught in Colgate, Tilleda, Leopolis and later in Navarino. During World War II, she worked for the United States War Department as an artillery inspector in Baraboo.

She was united in marriage to Leonard (Lee) Grosskopf on June 21, 1947, and together they built their home on the Caroline Pond in 1956. There she enjoyed raising her children, hosting family gatherings, gardening and spending time on the pond. Loraine was a member of St Mary’s Catholic Church in Marion. In 1992, Lee and Loraine moved to Shawano, where she attended church at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, volunteered with the auxiliary and hospice, and enjoyed her many friendships at Elizabeth Manor. Loraine lived life to the fullest and loved spending time with family and friends. She especially enjoyed playing cards, watching the Packers, parties at the cabin and joining in the fun at the many camp outs she attended. She will surely be missed, but she will mostly be celebrated for her life.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Greg (Judy) Grosskopf, of Red Granite, Dan Grosskopf, of Marion, Jeff (Donette) Grosskopf, of New London, Cynthia “Sid” (Doug) Burich, of Weston, Scott (Mary “Mur”) Grosskopf, of Waupaca, and Chris Grosskopf, of Kingsford, Michigan; 11 grandchildren, Michelle Hanford, Kate (Nick) Hurst, Neal Grosskopf, Bekah (Wesley) Tsai, Rachel (Scott) Seroka, Ruthie Burich, Reilly (Dan) Cordy, Joe (Bri) Grosskopf, Cory, Andrea and Evan Grosskopf; seven great-grandchildren, Makayla, Liam, Harper, Julia Loraine, Gavin, Siena and Reese; two brothers in-law, Fred Griep and Roy Fahly; two sisters in-law, Janice and Jane Grosskopf. Loraine is further survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lee, on Nov. 7, 2001, as well as her six brothers and six sisters and five brothers- and sisters-in-laws.

A memorial service for Loraine Grosskopf will he held on Tuesday, July 29, at 11 a.m. at Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano. The Rev. Luke Ferris will officiate. Private Inurnment will take place at a later date. Relatives and friends may call at Mickelson Funeral Service on Tuesday from 9 a.m. until the hour of service.

In lieu of flowers and plants, the family has requested donations to the charity of your choice in the name of Loraine Grosskopf.

Online condolences may be shared at www. mickelsonfs.com.

Barbara Frechette-Kelley, 78, passed away Thursday evening, July 24, 2014, in Gresham. Born on Nov. 5, 1935, in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late Francis and Sarah (Irving) Frechette.

On Nov. 15, 1986, Barbara was united in marriage to Ellsworth A. Kelley. He preceded her in death in 1989. Living most of her life in the Keshena area, she was active in the community. Barbara worked as the Menominee County treasurer for over 30 years. Barbara served as the president of the Menominee Indian School Board and served as vice chair of the Menominee Tribe. She was a member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and she was a member of Schoenstatt.

Barbara is survived by her son, Reynold Frechette Sr., of Keshena; her grandchildren, Billy Jo (Jake) Frechette, of Gresham, Jennifer Marie (Jesse) Frechette, of Keshena, and Reynold Frechette Jr.; and seven great-grandchildren.

Barbara is preceded in death by her husband, Ellsworth; parents; brothers and sisters, Francis Frechette Sr., Charles Frechette, Ruth King,and Lois Vigue.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, July 28, 2014, at the St. Anthony Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David McElroy, O. Priem, officiating. Burial will be at the St. Anthony Catholic cemetery. Visitation will be after 6 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2014, at the Billy Jo Frechette residence, 1010 Bartelt St., in Gresham until the procession leaves for the church on Monday.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Otto C. Kolpack Jr., 85, of Bowler, died on Sunday, July 27, 2014, following a courageous battle with Lewy Body dementia, at the Homme Home of Wittenberg.

He was born July 21, 1929, the son of the late Louise (Fuhrman) and Otto C. Kolpack Sr. in Tigerton and grew up in Bowler on the family farm.

Otto graduated from Bowler High as valedictorian in 1947 and was known for his love of team sports, especially basketball. He continued his education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in business administration. Following graduation, he was drafted into the Army, serving his country proudly in the Korean War, earning the Bronze Star. He returned to the U.S. and continued his education in Madison earning a Master of Science degree.

He began his career at Bowler High School as a business education teacher. He later became principal and then administrator of the Bowler School District, retiring in 1989. He loved the many students and teachers he worked with over his long career.

Otto had a strong love for both faith and family. He was a lifelong member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Bowler, serving many years as treasurer.

He married the love of his life, Sally, and they enjoyed nearly 55 years together. He was the loving father of one daughter, Jane (Jon) Brainard, Wausau; doting grandfather to Aimee Miller, Hudson, and stepgrandson Christopher Brainard, Florida; great-grandfather to Ethan and Julian. He is also survived by one brother, Robert Kolpack, of Bowler; exchange students, Marisol (Eduardo) Almendarez, Miami, Florida, and Dirce Santos, of Nashua, New Hampshire; sisters-in-law, Janet Pogrand, Little Chute, Joanne (Clay) Erickson, Waukesha, Sharon Weyenberg, New Mexico; and nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Mary Jane (Edward) Striker, and one brother in-law, James Weyenberg.

Otto enjoyed spending time at the cabin on Echo Lake, originally owned with his bowling buddies “The 5,” where many hours of fine fishing and card playing was had. His interests included fishing, hunting, bowling, working in the woods, producing maple syrup, reading a good book, gardening, a good picnic and, most of all, spending time with family and friends.

He was active in many civic organizations and a member of American Legion Davenport-Lang 414. He was a former board member of the Homme Home of Wittenberg and later a guardian for many individuals residing there and at the Cady Home in Birnamwood. He was instrumental in bringing Teacher Corps and distance learning to the Bowler School District.

The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, July 31, 2014, at Peace Lutheran Church, Tilleda. The Rev. Dennis Creswell will be officiating. Interment will be in Union Cemetery, Tigerton, with military rites conducted by the American Legion. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home Wittenberg, and again on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. The family guestbook and condolences are available at schmidtschulta.com.

Words cannot express our gratitude to Debbie, Heather and Jane for the love, care and compassion provided to Otto and his family over the last years, allowing him to remain in his beloved home on Kolpack Lane for as long as possible. Additional heartfelt thanks to the staff at the Homme Home for the care received by Otto in his final days.

Eugene L. Peterson, 89, of Lunds, passed away early Friday morning, July 25, 2014, at Sheridan Health and Rehabilitation Center in Kenosha.

A memorial service for Eugene Peterson will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2014, at 11:30 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano. Pastor Gisele Berninghaus will officiate. Private family inurnment will follow at Jerusalem Lutheran Cemetery, Lunds. Relatives and friends may call at Zion Lutheran Church on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

A full obituary with a photo and updated information will be published in the Saturday Leader.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Peterson family with the service arrangements.

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Harry H. Deering, 78, formerly of Pulcifer, passed away early Sunday evening, July 27, 2014, at Maple Lane Care Center in Shawano.

Funeral services are tentatively scheduled for Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at 12 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church-Hintz.

A full obituary with updated service dates and times will be published in the Thursday Leader.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Deering family with the service arrangements.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Milan Henry Kersten, 83, of Wittenberg, died on Sunday, July 27, 2014, at Ministry St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston. He was born on Feb. 24, 1931, in the town of Wittenberg, the son of the late Henry and Anna (Harke) Kersten.

Milan was a United States Army veteran, serving in the Korean War from 1951-1953. He was a member of the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Post 502 for more than 50 years. On Oct. 1, 1955, Milan was united in marriage to Vian Long in Wittenberg. She survives. Milan worked at the former Morning Glory Farms of Wittenberg for 43 years, retiring in 1993. He was a volunteer fireman for the Wittenberg Fire Department for many years, retiring in 1991. He was also a member of the Wittenberg Fish and Game Club, and enjoyed hunting and fishing. Milan was a faithful member of Redeemer Lutheran Church Wittenberg and loved people and having fun. He also had the honor to attend the Never Forgotten Honor Flight on Oct. 22, 2012.

Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Vian, Wittenberg; two sons, Tom (Karen) Kersten, Eland, and Tim (Dawn) Kersten, Marshfield; four grandchildren, Brian (Lindsey) Kersten, Mosinee, Stephanie (Mike) Maciejewski, Pulaski, and Kyle and Travis Kersten, Marshfield; four great-grandchildren, Annabelle and Emilie Maciejewski and August and Archer Kersten. Milan’s grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very important to him.

Milan was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Allen and Rolland; and two sisters, Ardell Lex and Vernetta Kersten.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, 2014, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Wittenberg. The Rev. Amy Meyer will officiate. Interment will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Wittenberg, with military rites conducted by the American Legion. Visitation will be on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

The family guestbook and condolences are available at schmidtschulta.com.

Harry H. Deering, 78, formerly of Pulcifer, passed away on Sunday evening, July 27, 2014, at Maple Lane Health Care Center in Shawano.

Harry was born on Jan. 5, 1936, in the town of Underhill, Oconto County, a son of the late Edward and Adelia (Karstedt) Deering.

He attended the Gillett schools and later entered the United States Army, serving his country from April 8, 1954, until Feb. 11, 1956. He was stationed in Korea and worked as a heavy equipment operator. Upon returning from service, Harry moved to Milwaukee and worked as a commercial painter.

On April 4, 1959, Harry was united in marriage to the former Lois Ann Zippel. Following their marriage the couple briefly moved to California, then returned to Milwaukee, where they stayed until 1969. They decided to leave Milwaukee and bought a farm in Underhill. Harry stayed active on the farm until 1985 but continued painting until he was in his late 70s.

Harry was a very social person who enjoyed visiting with relatives and friends. He was an avid fisherman and hunter. Harry always made family a priority. He served as a member of the Underhill Volunteer Fire Department. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz.

Harry is survived by his loving children, Janine (Dale) Spies-Deering, of Little Suamico, Sherry Schultz, of De Pere, and Wayne (Pam) Deering, of Suring; five grandchildren; and one great-grandson. He is further survived by a brother, Arthur Deering, of Milwaukee, and a sister, Elaine Arneson, of the town of Green Valley.

Harry was preceded in death by three brothers, Hugo, Rhinehold,and Walter Deering, and two sisters, Emma Lockstein and Sophie Horsens.

A memorial service for Harry Deering will be held on Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at 12 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz. Pastor Michael Paholke will officiate. Inurnment will be in the Underhill Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call at Christ Lutheran Church, Hintz on Friday from 11 a.m. until the hour of service.

Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

The family would like to thank the staff at Maple Lane Health Care Center in Shawano for the compassion and care they provided Harry during his stay with them.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Mary Lynn Gwidt, 55, Oconto Falls, died unexpectedly of natural causes July 24, 2014, at her home. The daughter of Adam and Ione (Moesch) Gwidt was born in Pulaski on July 3, 1959.

Mary Lynn had been employed at Carver Yacht in Pulaski and then for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, where she was involved with the gypsy moth studies.

Mary Lynn was a small animal 4-H leader in Oconto County. She loved animals and trained goats, chickens and dogs. She especially loved collies. Her longtime dream was to raise goats and have a goat dairy. She was a great single parent and was proud of her son, daughter and grandchildren.

Mary Lynn inherited the Gwidt gene and had a green thumb. She loved to grow large pumpkins for the grandchildren, pumpkins in which she carved their names. She also hosted Easter egg hunts for the kids.

Mary Lynn loved camping at Boulder Lake. Trips to the Nicolet Forest for the “Charlie Brown Christmas tree” were an annual event.

She is survived by her son, Ken (Kim) Fischer, and their children, Kali, Karli and Kullen, Spruce; her daughter, Correna (Doug) Krejcarek, and their children, Caitlyn, Hanna and Alec, Abrams; two sisters and five brothers, Patricia Gwidt, Legend Lake, Gary (Kathy) Gwidt, Mequon, Sue (Tom) Kapla, Sobieski, Tom (Patty) Gwidt, Krakow, Mike (Theresa) Gwidt, Pulaski, Tim (Mary) Gwidt, Green Bay, Steve (Lynn) Gwidt, Pulaski; one sister-in-law, Tracy Gwidt, Green Bay; several nieces and nephews; and her godson, Chris Kapla.

Mary Lynn was preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Dennis Gwidt; one nephew, Jeffrey Gwidt; and one brother-in-law, Jerry Pawelczyk.

Friends may call at Marnocha Funeral Home, Pulaski, from 2-5 p.m. Friday, Aug. 1. The funeral service will be held at 5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Bob Konkol, O.F.M., officiating.

Harold Mauritz, 87, of Tigerton, passed away Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at the Homme Home of Wittenberg.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Tigerton, is assisting the family.

Melda C. Kersten, 92, of Caroline, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2014, at the Shawano Medical Center.

The Beil-Didier Funeral Home, Clintonville, is assisting the family.

Eugene Lee Peterson, 89, of Shawano, passed away peacefully on July 25 at Sheridan Medical hospice in Kenosha after a brief struggle with colorectal cancer. Eugene (“Pete” or “Buddy”) was born on July 21, 1925, in Shawano to John Peterson and Ella Lund, daughter of John Lund, formerly a large property owner in Shawano County and founder of Lund’s Corners.

Eugene was awarded a Purple Heart during World War II, where he was one of the first soldiers gravely wounded in the Forager Campaign at the Battle of Peleliu with the U.S. Marine Corps 1st Division. He met his future wife, Eleanora R. Chiappetta, in Milwaukee in 1943 and they married on Feb. 8, 1947, in her hometown of Kenosha. While raising their four children, he worked for 38 years as a foreman with the Wisconsin Gas Company. After his retirement to Lunds in 1986, Pete enjoyed hunting, fishing and raising Christmas trees and bees on the family property. He also bought and restored a Model A Ford and renovated his former family home in Lunds. During this time, Eleanora (“Ellie”) was commander of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Disabled American Veterans, and both Pete and Ellie attended statewide meetings for several years.

Eugene is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Eleanora; sister, Arlene (Curtis Grunewald, deceased); brother, Roland (Gladys, deceased); and four children, Susan (Rev. Dr. Robert Neuhaus, deceased) of Oyster Bay, New York, John (Ann), of Middleton, Bruce (Jill), of Crystal Lake, Illinois, and Brian (Carl Dye), of Chicago. He is further survived by grandchildren Robert, Daniel, Cole and Brett; his loving nieces and nephews; and other relatives and friends.

His sisters, Joyce Johnson, Margaret Duncan (Leonard Duncan) and June Leipold (Herbert Leipold), and their husbands, have preceded him in death.

A service to remember and celebrate his life will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 12, at Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano. Pastor Gisele Berninghaus will officiate. Visitation will be from 10-11:30 a.m. at the church on Tuesday. Private family inurnment will be held at Jerusalem Cemetery.

Lunds Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service of Shawano is assisting the Peterson family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.mickelsonfs.com.

Beatrice M. Gipp, 94, of Racine, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2014, in Racine. Born in Cecil, she was the daughter of the late Paul and Hattie (Schutt) Galleske.

Beatrice was united in marriage to Wilbert Gipp at St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano. Wilbert preceded her in death in 1994. Beatrice loved flower and vegetable gardening. She was a homemaker extraordinaire and loved canning, cooking and baking, especially her cookies and pies. She also liked making homemade candy.

Beatrice was a kind person who loved spending time with her family. She was a great mother and grandmother and will be greatly missed by her family.

Beatrice is survived by her daughters, Kathy Peck, of Madison, and Cindy (James) Carleton, of Racine; her grandson, Jordan Peck, of Madison; her sister, Helen (Hiram) Joslin, of Green Bay; and her brother, Raymond (Ardyce) Galleske, of Shawano; as well as many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbert; her parents; her sisters, Dorothy (Clarence) Baumgarten, Frieda Galleske; her brother, Edward Galleske; and brothers-in-law, Merle, Wallafred and Edward (Minnie) Gipp.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014, at the St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Ted Andrada and the Rev. Randall Poppe officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Tuesday from 10 a.m. until the time of services. Burial will be in the Woodlawn cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to Hospice Alliance or a charity of your choice.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Harmony Commons Assisted Living and Hospice Alliance for the wonderful care given to Beatrice.

“One day at a time.”

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Edna Dea Knight died peacefully at Vista Grande Assisted Living Residence in Cortez, Colorado, on Friday, July 25, 2014. She was born the daughter of Cy and Mattie (Kirkland) Jones in Hughes County, Oklahoma, on Feb. 13, 1928.

Edna will be greatly missed for her great capacity for love, her unshakable faith in God and her infectious sunny disposition. Her loving care for all around her will be long cherished. Edna loved being a wife and mother, and particularly loved sewing clothes, gifts and treasures for friends and family.

One of 10 children, Edna is survived by her son, Mika Phillips, daughter-in-law, Judith Swain, of Dolores, Colorado; son-in-law, Roman Wunrow, of Cecil; sisters, Mary Jo Davis, of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Sharon Admire, of Nacona, Texas; niece, Wanda Aultman, of Lexington, Oklahoma; two grandsons, Kim and Sam Phillips; and two special friends, Doris Priem and Joe Brown, of Shawano.

Edna was preceded in death by her husband, Maxie Knight; two sons, Thomas Phillips and Johnnie Knight; her daughter, Golda Wunrow; two granddaughters, Christie and Cathy Wunrow; brothers, Howard, Wayne and Cecil Jones, Jimmy, Willie and Richard Gregg, and Donald Baker.

Cremation has occurred, and a memorial service will be held at a later date in Holdenville, Oklahoma, where she will be buried in the family plot.

More information is available at Ertelfuneralhome.com.

Telka N. Novak, 68, of Oneida and Bowler, passed away Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, in Shawano. Born on May 28, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Nelson and Rebecca (Schuyler) Ninham.

Telka was united in marriage to Robert J. Novak on Aug. 5, 1994. Telka was a certified nursing assistant for the Ella Besaw Center. She was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in the town of Morris, where she served as a visitation volunteer. Telka loved sewing, quilting, baking and singing karaoke at Anna John Nursing Home.

Telka is survived by her husband, Robert; her children, Rita (Warren) Reiter, David (Diane) Schuyler, Becky (Jimmy) Schuyler, Oscar (DeAnna) Schuyler, Teresa (Jon) Schuyler, Todd Schuyler, Tony (Linda) Novak, Cynthia Novak and Cheryl (Robert) Espitia; 34 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Ann Ness, Debbie Ninham, Regina (Todd) VandeHei, Nona Cottrell, Cletus (Marion) Ninham, Vernon Ninham, Sam (Roberta) Ninham, Leland (Rebecca) Wigg-Ninham; and sisters-in-law, Alice Ninham and Marlene Ninham.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers, Clyde, Harold, Harlan and John.

Funeral services will be on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in the town of Morris with the Rev. John Hielsberg officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2014, from 4-8 p.m. at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano and again on Thursday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

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Gary R. Stevens, 50, of Bowler, passed away Sunday, Aug. 3, 2014, from injuries sustained on his 2014 Ultra Classic Motorcycle. He was born Nov. 18, 1963, in Janesville, the son of Ralph Stevens and Elsa Church.

Gary was an adventure enthusiast and thrill seeker who liked his toys. He was a great guy who could make friends with anyone, and he could light up a room with his big laugh and knee slaps. Nothing was more important to Gary than his family, especially his two daughters, who were everything to him.

Gary is survived by his daughters, Serena (Trever Gondeck) Stevens and Sienna Stevens, both of Shawano; a grandson on the way; his dad, Ralph (special friend Marie) Stevens, of Orlando, Florida; his mother, Elsa (Arnold) Kosbab, of Bowler; his brothers and sisters, Ginger Stevens, Scott (Sandra) Stevens, Brian (special friend, Pam) Stevens, Shawn (Lory) Stevens, Chris (Vicki) Stevens, all of Bowler, Arnold Kosbab II, of Wausau, Elisa Kosbab, of Bowler, Wanonah (Johnny) Spencer, of Antigo, Sarah (special friend, Josh) Kosbab, of Antigo, Scott (Tanya) Kosbab, of Oneida, Tsilos Kosbab, of Wausau, and Tammy Kosbab, of Rhinelander. He is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and many, many friends, all of whom will miss him dearly.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at the Lutheran Church of the Wilderness with the Rev. Melinda Shriner officiating. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2014, at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham and then at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

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Melvin G. Schroepfer, of Antigo, died Friday, Aug. 1, 2014, at his home. He was 71 years old.

He was born on Sept. 2, 1942, in Antigo, a son of late Melvin and Alice (Hoecherl) Schroepfer. He married Peggy Nicholson on June 8, 1963, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Antigo. She survives.

Mr. Schroepfer was employed at Mortenson Brothers Trucking and Verne’s Auto before becoming self-employed in 1979. He was the owner and operator of Backyard Body Shop. His passion in life was working on old cars and was proud to pass his passion on to his family. He was a “Ford” man. He will be remembered for his generosity; he would do anything for anyone without asking for anything in return.

In addition to his wife of 51 years, survivors include three daughters, Shelley (Dale) Doucette, of Antigo, Christy Fay, of DeForest, and Janice Teal, of Antigo; three sons, Ron (Vicki) Schroepfer, of Bonduel, Carl (Jana) Schroepfer, of Antigo, and Tony (Jessica) Schroepfer, of Antigo; nine grandchildren, Sarah Doucette, Sam and Nikki Fay, Kyle, Shawn and Aaron Teal, Colton, Jacob and Caysen Schroepfer; two sisters, Darlene (James) Royea, of Milwaukee, and Mary (Douglas) Graves, of Antigo; two sisters-in-law, Mary Lu (Richard) White and Patsy (Richard) Nonnenmacher, both of Antigo; and a brother-in-law, Tom Arndt, of Lily.

He was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Eldridge.

A funeral service was held Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home in Antigo with the Rev. Charles Hoffmann officiating. Visitation was Tuesday from 3:30 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.

John A. Michalowski, 64, of Clintonville, passed away Monday afternoon, Aug. 4, 2014, at his residence. John was born on March 20, 1950, in Bolton, England. He was the son of the late Jan and Elena (Lekstutyte) Michalowski.

As a young boy, John moved to Wisconsin, where he attended Horlick High School in Racine. He worked for a few years at Green Manufacturing in Racine and was united in marriage to Liliane “Lee” Anthofer on Oct. 11, 1977. In 1980 the couple moved to the Cloverleaf Lakes in the town of Belle Plaine, where they operated a tavern called The Raven for a few years. In the early 1990s, John became employed with Marion Body Works in Marion and worked there until 2007. John enjoyed fishing and trap shooting in his younger years as well as collecting coins, listening to music and playing drums.

Survivors include his wife, Liliane “Lee” Michalowski, Clintonville; stepson: Steve Anthofer, Clintonville; brother, Frank (Mary Anna) Michalowski, Mount Pleasant; nephews, Brian (Kristy) Michalowski and Nathan Michalowski; and great-nephews, Matthew and Andrew Michalowski.

John was preceded in death by his parents, Jan Michalowski and Elena Retzer, and his stepfather, Sam Retzer.

A memorial service will be held for John on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2014, at 11 a.m. at the Eberhardt-Stevenson Funeral Home & Crematory in Clintonville with Deacon Lincoln Wood officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials for John may be directed to the humane society.

An online guestbook can be found at www.eberhardtstevenson.com.

Patricia E. Perez, 76, of Keshena, passed away Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2014, in Green Bay. Born on Sept. 10, 1937, in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late William and Rose (Deer) Pocan.

Patricia was united in marriage on Feb. 6, 1965, to Louis Perez. Patricia enjoyed going to the casino, but more than anything, she loved spending time with family and friends. She welcomed everyone into her home.

Patricia is survived by her loving husband, Louis Perez; her daughters, Penny (Ron) Barczynski and Rhiannon Lyons; her sons, James (Charla) Lyons Jr., Kevin Lyons, Louis (Michelle) Perez Jr., Kerry Lee (Mary) Perez and Kenneth (Dena) Perez; 23 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Eilleen Burriss, Davey Jean Peters and Fairyal Pocan.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Ricky Lyons; grandson, Patrick Perez; sister, Janet Lyons; and brother, James Pocan.

Visitation will be at the Perez residence located at W3523 Keshena Falls Road, Keshena, on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, until 4 p.m. Friday.

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David A. Kulinski, 48, of Gresham, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014. Born on June 2, 1966, in Milwaukee, he was the son of the late Florian Kulinski and JoAnn (Schlueter) Kulinski.

David resided in several places, including Cecil, Stevens Point and El Paso, Texas. David was a friendly person and enjoyed helping out his neighbors and friends. He loved everything about motorcycles, and put that love and talent into repairing and racing cycles.

David is survived by his daughter, Laice Firkus, of Plover; his mother, JoAnn Kulinski; his brothers, Don (Becky) Kulinski, who is his twin, of Stevens Point, and Tom (Julie) Kulinski, of Waukesha; his sister, Beth (Craig) Stark, of Dallas, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his father, Florian Kulinski.

Private family service will be held at a later date.

Nellie A. Kessen, 91, Birnamwood, died on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2014, at Bohlman Manor, Birnamwood.

Arrangements are pending at Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Birnamwood.