29 May 2024

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Carol Marie Baudry

Carol Marie Baudry


Carol Marie Baudry, 90, of Eden peacefully left this earth and joined her heavenly home May 24, 2024, at Woodlands Senior Park, Fond du Lac. She was born in Oshkosh on December 23, 1933, daughter of Carl and Margaret (Dehorn) Fenrich. After graduating from Oshkosh High School, Carol went on to become a radiology technician, working several years at Mercy Hospital, Oshkosh. It was at an Oshkosh Eagles dance that Carol met the love of her life, LeRoy, and they later married on June 14, 1958. Carol moved to LeRoy’s family farm near Eden and adapted from life of the city to the country over the next 35 years. Carol worked by LeRoy’s side, pitching in with day-to-day chores and challenges of their dairy farm, while being a steadfast mother to five children. Carol was a member of Shepherd of the Hills Parish, Eden, and volunteered regularly for parish dinners and cleaning church for many years. Carol and LeRoy believed in Catholic Education and were devoted to assuring their children attained this. She also managed to maintain jobs outside of the home, driving school bus, cleaning houses, and bookkeeper. Carol was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and adored spending time with family never forgetting birthdays. She was an exceptional cook and liked cardinals, planting flowers, doing various crafts, quilting, ceramics, collecting bells and snowmen. In 1993, it was time for Carol and LeRoy to step away from the farm and they moved to the Village of Eden, where they settled for 31 years. Carol continued volunteering as well as helping LeRoy with a huge garden, while performing many projects around their house. Carol will be dearly missed by her beloved husband of 66 years, LeRoy; five children, Cindy (Gary) Krug of Oshkosh, Mary (Bob) Lyon of Oshkosh, JoAnn (Jim) Tart of Neenah, Tony Baudry of Fond du Lac, Renee (Mark) Wollersheim of Brownsville; eight grandchildren Jon (Bekka) Krug, Justin Krug, Nicole Roccas, Matt (Christina) Lyon, Sean Lyon, Jeff Baudry, Collin Wollersheim, Elle Wollersheim; and five great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Patricia Fenrich, Rosemary (Jerry) Dettlaff; nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents; sister, Sue (Patrick) Cudahy; brother, David Fenrich; sisters-in-law, Georgene (Gerard) Clair, Sr. Ruth Ann Baudry; brother-in-law, Alden (Arlene) Baudry; niece, Sharon Baudry. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to SSM St Agnes Hospital, Edenbrook Rehab, SSM Hospice, and Woodlands Senior Park. Visitation: Friday, June 7, 2024, 10-11:45 a.m. at Shepherd of the Hills, W1562 Co. Rd. B, Eden. Funeral Mass: Mass of Christian Burial for Carol is Friday, June 7, 2024, 12 p.m. at Shepherd of the Hills, W1562 Co. Rd. B, Eden, with Father Mark Jones officiating. Burial will take place St. Mary’s Cemetery, Eden. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Carol’s loving memory.
28 May 2024

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David Ralph Hofmaier

David Ralph Hofmaier


David Ralph Hofmaier, 57, of Kewaskum, passed away peacefully May 25, 2024, after a courageous battle against cancer. David was born on November 19, 1966, to Merle and Esther Hofmaier in West Bend. He graduated from Slinger High School in 1986. On May 1, 1993, he married Michele M. Becker at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Kewaskum. He had a passion for farming that was nurtured by working his grandpa’s farm and continued throughout his life, both with his home garden and his work at Beck Dairy Farms. In his early years, he also worked in construction which gave him the tools to build his family home where he raised his three children. He ended his career at Milwaukee Tool in West Bend. Always an incredibly hard worker, David never hesitated to lend a hand and use his God-given talents to help other people whenever he could. He was a kind-hearted person who demonstrated dedication and resilience throughout his life. Always the silent supporter, he was ready to jump in at any moment to help overcome any challenges. He taught us what it means to show up for those around you and to persevere through life’s difficulties. Being a devoted Catholic helped guide and strengthen him throughout his life. David was an avid sports fan, enjoying bowling, golf and baseball. He was a fan of the Brewers, Packers and Bucks; treasuring March Madness with his kids, nieces and nephews. He passed his love of sports onto his children and supported them by coaching several of their teams throughout their childhood. David leaves behind a family who’s proud to call him husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Michele Hofmaier (Becker), and children Erik, Sara and Amber Hofmaier; his mother, Esther Hofmaier (Breuer); sisters, Karen Hofmaier, Carol (Rick) Young, Debra (Randy) Eller. He is further survived by his mother-in-law, Charlotte Becker; father-in-law, Michael Becker; sister-in-law, Sherry Becker; and brothers-in-law, Paul (Jenny) Becker and Jim (Susie) Becker; nieces and nephews, Justin, Annika, Jayden, Alyssa, Jack, Megan, Emily, Tyler, Elizabeth, and Mason; and other family and friends with special mention to Joanne and Edward Mahacek, Mike Beck, the Whitewater Gang, and his friends and coworkers at Milwaukee Tool. Proceeded in death by his father, Merle Hofmaier; and nieces, Cassie and Shelby Becker. Visitation will be on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., with a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Catholic Church (331 Main St., Kewaskum, WI 53040), with Father Patrick Magnor officiating. Interment will take place immediately after the ceremony at Holy Trinity Cemetery (State Hwy 28 West, Kewaskum, Wisconsin). A special thank you to Father Patrick Magnor and Kathy Hospice for assisting David through his final journey.

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Wilbert Joseph Gellings

Wilbert Joseph Gellings


Wilbert Joseph Gellings, at age 95, passed away with his family by his side on May 25, 2024. He was born in Havre, Montana, on November 1, 1928. His parents brought their family back to Wisconsin when he was just one year old. He was the youngest of six sons. His older brothers rode together in box cars with the horses they had captured and broke to sell in Wisconsin. Willie and his future bride, Helen, grew up within a mile of each other. He married Helen O’Brien on December 27, 1947, at St. Mary’s Church in Eden, and together had five children. He farmed with his father until purchasing his own farm in 1959 in Armstrong, Wisconsin, which is now the location of Shepherd of the Hills Parish. He loved playing baseball, singing with friends, bowling and golfing. As a young couple, he and Helen played cards with friends. With limited finances, it was a tradition for each couple to contribute either a case of beer, pickles, or chocolate cake. Willie had many friends in Winter Haven, Florida, where he spent winters for at least 20 years. He enjoyed his Monday afternoon card group at his home for 20+ years. He is survived by five children, Margie (Wally) Seibel, John (Kathy) Gellings, Gary (Nan) Gellings, Dan (Chris) Gellings and Tim (Kim) Gellings; and special friend, Bea Mooney. He is further survived by 18 grandchildren, 38 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Also survived by his sister-in-law, Marilyn (Pat) O’Brien. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen of 61 years; daughter-in-law, Janet Gellings; grandson, Ryan Gellings; parents, siblings, in-laws and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to Fr. Mike Shea (Sarneli House Orphanage) are appreciated at Friends of Sarneli House, Box 88234, Milwaukee, WI 53288-0234. The family extends a special thank you to the staff at St. Agnes Hospital and SSM Health Hospice Home of Hope for their care and compassion. He lived true to himself up to the very end. When he wanted to go somewhere, he got there fast. Visitation will be Thursday, May 30, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Twohig Funeral Home, 305 Fond du Lac Ave., Fond du Lac, and again on Friday, May 31, from 10 a.m. until time of Mass at Shepherd of the Hills Church, 1562 County Road B, Eden.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, May 31, at 11 a.m. at Shepherd of the Hills Catholic Church, W1562 County Road B, Eden. Rev. Mark Jones will officiate and burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Eden. Twohig Funeral Home has been entrusted with Willie’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.twohigfunerals.com.
22 May 2024

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St. Matthew’s  CSVM Planning  Memorial Garden at Columbus PARC

St. Matthew’s CSVM Planning Memorial Garden at Columbus PARC


St. Matthew’s CSVM Planning Memorial Garden at Columbus PARC CLARICE CASE EDITOR St. Matthew’s CSVM (Community Service Volunteer Ministry) presented their idea for a memorial garden honoring those who helped create and maintain Columbus PARC at the Campbellsport Village Board meeting on Monday, May 13. The CSVM were originally helping Rick Heisler, one of the three men who helped

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Rate Increases

Rate Increases


Rate Increases Dear Reader, The United States Postal Service recently announced another 10% increase in their rates effective July 14, 2024. Since 2021, there have been five previous rate increases; this is the sixth. This announcement coincides with severe deterioration in the USPS’s performance; simply put, the mail is often late. These rate increases affect individuals sending mail

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RURAL WRITES

RURAL WRITES


| RURAL WRITES | G.A. SCHEINOHA CONTRIBUTOR For many, the merry month of May has indeed been so. Despite the solemnity of quickly approaching Memorial Day, when only appropriately, we honor the memory of those who made the ulitimate sacrifice to ensure our freedom, others see it as the unofficial start of summer. Leastwise, warmer weather. The boats are out in Lakeside Marina. Though

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Yellowstone Trail Day Scheduled for Saturday, June 1

Yellowstone Trail Day Scheduled for Saturday, June 1


Yellowstone Trail Day Scheduled for Saturday, June 1 The Byron Historical Society, along with historical societies at Lomira, Theresa and Slinger, is hosting a Yellowstone Trail Day on Saturday, June 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is open to travelers journeying on the historic Yellowstone Trail route from Slinger to Byron with stops at each historical society. The Yellowstone Trail