Visitation:  Friday, Aug. 14, from 1 to 4 p.m.  Service:  Friday, Aug. 14, at 4 p.m.  Location:  Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home in Lomira Gerald L. “Jerry” Stark, 77, of Brownsville, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020, at Edenbrook in Fond du Lac. Jerry was born on July 16, 1943, in Owen, the son of Louis and Rosemary (Carter) Stark. Jerry joined the Navy after graduating Kewaskum High School and worked on a repair ship for four years before returning to Wisconsin and meeting his future wife, Janice (Jan) Tomczyk. They married February 10, 1968, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Stetsonville and welcomed daughter, Jennifer, in January and son, Joseph, in December the following year. Jerry spent many years coaching softball, enjoyed bowling, going up north, and going on gambling trips with his wife. They shared many wonderful years watching their children grow and become adults and begin their own families before her passing on September 7, 2002. Jerry worked as an electrician for Mercury Marine until his retirement in 2003. In his retirement, Jerry spent time watching his grandkids sports, volunteering with the Theresa American Legion Post 270, gambling, fishing and hunting, traveling, and bowling. He is fondly remembered for doing his Friday Fish Frys over the camp fire up north On a daily basis, he enjoyed playing solitare just as much as he did playing cribbage and doing the crossword with Nancy, his girlfriend of over a decade. Those Jerry leaves behind to cherish his memory include his son, Joseph (Christine) Stark; five grandchildren, Samantha Stark (fiancé, Josh), Thomas Borges, Savannah Borges (boyfriend, Matt), Christian Borges (girlfriend, Morgan), and Alexander Stark; two sisters, Zora Neitzel and Laurel Stark; his Navy “brother,” Ken (Laura) Hillman; his girlfriend, Nancy Andrews; his legion friend, Ching Lau; many nieces and nephews and in-laws from both Stark and Tomczyk sides. In addition to his wife and parents, Jerry was preceded in death by a daughter, Jennifer Borges and his brother-in-law, Gordy Neitzel. Jerry’s family will greet relatives and friends at Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home, 350 Main Street, in Lomira on Friday, Aug. 14, from 1 p.m. until the time of service. Funeral services for Jerry will be held at 4 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 14, at the Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home, 350 Main Street, in Lomira with military honors. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Lomira. The Myrhum – Patten Funeral Home has been entrusted with Jerry’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

While surrounded by loved ones, the Lord extended His hand to William John Zirbel on August 7, 2020, when he was peacefully led to his eternal home. Willie was born on September 20, 1932, to Wilmer and Lucinda (Schaumberg) Zirbel in the Town of Theresa. Born on the family farm homestead, he maintained a lifetime love of the land. He enjoyed his 40-acre hobby farm where he raised crops and beef and, later took up the hobby of restoring vintage tractors. It was a great delight when he made his parade debut at the 2017 Audubon Days Parade, driving his 460 Farmall tractor. Dancing is what led Willie to the love of his life, Geri, in 1953 when they met at Zivko’s Ballroom in nearby Hartford. They were married on June 18, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in the Town of Theresa. Not only did dancing bring great joy throughout their 65 years of marriage, it also won them the “longest married couple on the dance floor.” A steadfast soldier of the Lord, Willie was passionate about his service to God. He was a longtime member of St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Browns Corners, welcoming guests as an usher and serving as an elder for 30 years. He was a gamer, but of the era when this meant board and card games and had nothing to do with a computer. Cribbage was a way to teach his kids math and playing sheepshead was another way to spend time with friends and family. Willie worked for 30 years at Purity Cheese and the Dodge County Park System for another 12 years. His most enjoyable job, however, was driving school bus for the Mayville School District. Adored by the kids, he still gets Christmas cards from some of the kids he transported. After retirement, Willie and Geri also enjoyed traveling and camping. He could build the prettiest campfires, using hollow logs a garden hose and copper pipe. Willie was devoted to his family. He is survived by his wife, Geraldine (Schneiter); six children, Dennis (Laura) Zirbel; Debra (Roy) Hale; Cindy Zirbel Wrucke; Brian (Nancy) Zirbel; Mark (Susan) Zirbel; and Jodi (Douglas) Marose; 13 grandkids, Justin, Kelly, Brandon, Ben, Sarah, Nick, Megan, Ian, Erica, Tyler, Sawyer, Stephanie and Cassie; and 14 great grandkids Ainsley, Willa, Hayden, Myles, Myka, Addison, Noah, Owen, Wiley, Aubrey, Brody, Claire, Thatcher and Blakeleigh. He was further survived by one brother, Richard (Judith) Zirbel; sisters-in-law, Lillian Wondra and Georgia Schneiter; brothers-in-law, James and Kenneth Schneiter. He was preceded in death by his parents; his grandson, Nathaniel; his sisters and brothers-in-law, Shirley (Dale) Derge and Marjorie (Arthur) Koepsell; brother, David Zirbel; and infant brother, Robert. There was a private family funeral service on Tuesday, Aug. 11, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Browns Corners, with the Rev. Jonathan Szczesny officiating. Burial followed at St. John’s, Browns Corners Cemetery. Memorials can be directed to Generations Hospice and St. John’s Church Evangelical Lutheran Church, Browns Corners. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

Kevin M. Giese (fondly known as “Toad” to many) age 56, of Iron Ridge passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at his home. Kevin was born the son of Rodney and Rita (Liegl) Giese on September 11, 1963 in Beaver Dam. Kevin was a 1982 graduate of Mayville High School. Kevin had worked for Napa Auto Parts in Mayville for many years as a sales manager. Kevin had a love for the outdoors and a passion for all things hunting and fishing. Family was important for Kevin and he treasured his role as an uncle and cherished the time spent with his nieces and nephews. He will be fondly remembered as ‘Uncle Buck’ who had a world famous fish fry. Kevin sometimes had a tough demeaner but was always there to lend a hand to anyone in need. He was quick to laugh, had a joke or smile for everyone and was loved by many. He will be deeply missed. Kevin is survived by his father, Rodney of Beaver Dam; his siblings, Jeff Liegl of Brownsville, Denice (Gary) Sternat of Lomira, Roxann (Cesare) Mazzolari of Iron Ridge, Tammy (Robert) Haugen of Iron Ridge, and Kim (Andy) Hanke of Mayville; his nieces and nephews, Jeremy (Jessie), Danielle (Matt), Chad, Corissa (J.J.), Tyler, Erica (Dan), Cody, Alia, Brady, Kendra (Dominick), Stacey (James), Brock (fiancé Kasey), and Bryce; his great- nieces and nephews, Mitchell, Matthew, William, Jackson, Adela, Emerson, Preston, Collin, Rory, Dax, Victoria, and Declan with another boy due in December. He is further survived by other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rita. A memorial gathering for Kevin is pending at this time. Koepsell Funeral Homes is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

Celebration of Life:  Saturday, Aug. 8, at 11 a.m.  Location:  Juneau Community Center Joan Kay Hodgson, 76, of Horicon, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 25, 2020. Joan Hodgson was born to Arthur and Jeanette (Gerlach) Plansky on April 9, 1943, in Beaver Dam. Joan married her sweetheart, Dennis Hodgson, on October 11, 1975 in Juneau. Joan was employed in many fields. Joan worked as a waitress, factory assembler, co-owned a craft store in Horicon, got her real estate license and sold real estate and wallpapered in many people’s homes. Her last and most favorite job was driving school bus for her "kids.” Joan is survived by her husband, Dennis; son, Derek (Cindy) Kreckow and family; Cory, Justin, Jenna and Jenna’s daughter Joslynn; Joan’s granddaughters, Ashley (Shawn) Sinotte and their daughter, Briella, Amber (Travis) Basler and their mother, Janice (Joe) Murphy; sisters and brother, Dorie (Don) Gourlie, Judy Behnke, Elaine Schabel, Art (Jeanie) Plansky, Mary (Bob) Bonack, Peggy Streit and brother-in-law, Bob Taglipietra; Joan’s in-laws, Betty (Wayne) Hildebrandt, Dale (Diane) Hodgson and Bonnie Hodgson; nieces, nephews and many, many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Donna Taglipietra; brothers-in-law, Don Behnke, Nubby Schabel, John Sreit; her mother and father-in-law, Edna and Hilbert Hodgson. Joan loved people, all people, and enjoyed spending time with them, playing games, camping, fishing and going out to eat. Most of all she loved her Lord and wanted everyone to know Him and let Him into their hearts and lives. A going home celebration of Joan’s life will be held on Saturday, Aug. 8,​ at 11 a.m. at the Juneau Community Center with a meal and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, balloons are encouraged. A special Thank You to the staff at E-2 Clearview in Juneau. Memorials may be made to Special Touch Ministry or Operation Smile c/o Dennis Hodgson, 512 N. Finch Street, Horicon WI 53032. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. To make an onlinecondolence or for more information visit ​www. KoepsellFH.com​.

Phyllis Ruth Poppe, 93, of Watertown, passed away July 27, 2020. She was born June 11, 1927, in Mayville, the daughter of Adolph and Elizabeth (Uhl) Mahnke. She married the love of her life, Richard Poppe on June 26, 1948 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mayville. Phyllis and her husband Richard, a cheesemaker, worked together at their business ‘The Poplar Grove Dairy,” making cheese for the area farmers. She was a longtime member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Sugar Island. Phyllis was a devout Christian who read and often wore out her many bibles. She was an energetic and a fun-loving Gramma who taught her grandchildren many wonderful things about life. A fond memory of her, as a child, she loved roller skating through Mayville. Another favorite memory was her roller skating in the kitchen for dinner, eating with her skates on, then cleaning up while still on her roller skates! She is survived by her children, Dawn (Mike) Lake, Lorilyn “Lurp” (Ronnie) Geisthardt, Timberly Poppe (Trina). Also, survived by her grandchildren, Christipher (Jenny), Rachael, Amber (Travis), Ethan, Cheyenne, Katie and Samantha; her great-grandchildren, Skyler, Justin, Derek, Natalee, Harlee, Jack, and Dominik. Also, survived by her sister, Alice Lebakken, and sisters-in-law Carole and Janet. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; her daughter, Pamela Davidson; her grandson, Shayne; her great-granddaughter, Paige; her brothers, Victor, Adolph and Carl, and her sister, Marion. A private family funeral service and visitation will be at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in Sugar Island. Interment will be at St Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. Family would like memorials if you so desire, to be given to St. Paul’s “Her small little church”. The Berndt-Ledesma Funeral Home in Hartford is serving the family. Private condolences may be placed on our website www.berndt-ledesma.com

Caroline Bertha (Bornfleth) Wieselmann, 89, of Lomira, formerly of Muskego, passed away peacefully July 25, 2020, at Hope Senior Living in Lomira. Caroline was born March 27, 1931, in the Town of Vernon, the daughter of Arthur R. and Edna C. (Barton) Bornfleth. Caroline was confirmed in the Christian faith May 20, 1945, at St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tess Corners. Caroline married Donald Earl Wieselmann on March 8,1952, at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Big Bend. They were blessed with three children, Donna, Dennis, and Diane, and raised her sister Dorothy’s four children, Debra, Daniel, David, and Dean, after Dorothy’s passing. Caroline graduated from Columbia School of Nursing in 1952 and was an R.N. for over 50 years until she retired. She looked forward to the annual Columbia Nursing’s Alumni Awards Dinner every year and she received the 2019 Hall of Fame Award from Columbia College of Nursing for her professional and personal excellence in the practice of nursing. She was a member of St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tess Corners until the inception of Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Big Bend, where she was an active member of the Ladies Aid. She volunteered as one of the Waukesha County 4H sewing leaders for several years when her children were young. She enjoyed attending the Brickyard 400 and the Indy 500 for several years and continued to watch the races on television each year. Donald and Caroline spent many years traveling the world for both business and pleasure. She will be remembered most for being a loving mother and grandmother and taking care of her family and friends whenever there was a need. Caroline is survived by her loving husband of 68 years, Donald Earl Wieselmann; one son, Dennis (Ann) Wieselmann of West Allis; two daughters, Donna Pichotta of Michigan, and Diane (Ronald) Bauch of Theresa; six grandchildren, Nicholas Bland, Mark (Megan) Wieselmann, Elizabeth (Brad) Nennig, Gail (Andrew)Sehloff, Thomas (Jeanna) Wieselmann, and Sharon (Andrew Raudabaugh) Bauch; six great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Dudley Wieselmann; and special friend Marjorie of Marshfield; and further survived by numerous nieces, nephews,other relatives, and friends. Caroline was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Edna Bornfleth; two sisters, Phyllis Hoppe and Dorothy Olejniczak; sister-in-law, Bonnie (Ziese) Wieselmann; and niece, Lynn (Wieselmann) Savic; and other relatives. Due to the current health restrictions, a memorial will be held at a later date. Please consider signing our online guest book (www.myrhum-patten.com) to share your condolences with the family. As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be sent in care of: Myrhum – Patten Funeral and Cremation Service, 1315 W. Washington Street, West Bend, WI 53095. The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to Hope Nursing Home and Hope Senior Living for their excellent care, compassion and love given to Caroline. The family also thanks Myrhum Patten Kietzer-Miller Funeral Home for their service to the family. Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Caroline’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com​.