03 September 2019

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Kenneth J. Hanni

Kenneth J. Hanni


Visitation:  Sunday, Sept. 8, 12 to 3 p.m.  Memorial Service:  Sunday, Sept. 8, 3 p.m.  Location:  Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam On August 29, 2019 Kenneth J. Hanni passed away with his family at his side at the age of 63. Ken was born on April 23, 1956, in Beaver Dam, son of Harold and Delores (Schmid) Hanni. He was married to the love of his life Kate Oestreich on April 16, 1977.  They raised two sons together, Ben and Joe. Ken was a selfless father and grandfather.  He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren.  He enjoyed trips up north to Boulder Junction and to Arizona, as well as traveling with his family and friends. Together, with his wife Kate, the two of them worked tirelessly as the owners of PS Seasoning and Pro Smoker in Iron Ridge. His work ethic and commitment to his family and businesses were admirable to all who knew him.  Ken was a honorary member of the Iron Ridge Fire Department with 45 years of service. Ken is survived by his wife, Kate Hanni; sons, Ben and Paula Hanni, Joe and Trish Hanni; grandchildren, Preston, Kennedy, and Hudson Hanni; brothers, Jeff Hanni and Mark (Angie) Hanni; brothers-in-law, Ed (Cathy) Oestreich and Scott (Heidi) Oestreich; sister-in-law, Teri Hanni Flasch; aunts, Shirley Sternweis and Doris Muche; nephew, Dan Hanni, nieces, nephews, and other family and friends.  Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Delores Hanni; parents-in-law, Bill and Darlene Oestreich; brothers, Daniel Hanni and David Hanni; sister-in-law Sheryl Hanni A visitation for Kenneth will be held on Sunday Sept. 8, from noon until 3 p.m. at the Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home, N7199 N. Crystal Lake Road, Beaver Dam. A memorial service honoring Ken’s life will begin at 3 p.m. at the funeral home and immediately following we welcome family and friends to join us for a reception at Old Hickory Golf Club. Ken believed in philanthropy and paying it forward on any given opportunity. In lieu of flowers, the Hanni family is asking for donations in Ken’s honor to the American Kidney Foundation www.kidneyfund.org or the Leukemia Lymphoma Society www.lls.org The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

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30 August 2019

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JoEllen M. Pasewald

JoEllen M. Pasewald


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5, 10 to 11 a.m.  Service:  Thursday, Sept. 5, at 11 a.m.  Location:  St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon JoEllen M. Pasewald, 89, of Horicon passed away on August 28, 2019, at the Hillside Manor in Beaver Dam. JoEllen was born on January 13, 1930, to Merlin and Alvina (Herbst) Dasenbrock in Dodge County. She was united in marriage to Donald Pasewald on September 11, 1948, at St. Stephen Church in Horicon. Donald preceded her in death in 1991 after 43 years of marriage. JoEllen graduated in 1947 from Horicon High School. JoEllen worked for the Weyenberg Shoe Factory in Beaver Dam and retired with 33 years. She enjoyed traveling with her friends to various locations, playing cards, and bird watching in her backyard. Most of all she loved being around her family. She was a lifelong member of St. Stephen Church in Horicon and served on the altar guild. JoEllen was a dedicated 63-year member of the Horicon American Legion Auxiliary, serving many offices and duties. JoEllen is survived by her daughter, Kathy (Bruce) Spittel of Horicon; grandchildren, Melissa Thorson of Wauwatosa, and Casey (friend Sasha Hinrichs) Spittel of Horicon; great-grandchildren, Caleb Spittel and Emma Spittel; her brother, David (Doris) Dasenbrock of Bowie, MD, and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; a sister, Marilyn Griepentrog; and a brother, Peter Dasenbrock. A visitation will take place on Thursday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. at church. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen Ev. Lutheran Church in Horicon on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Jonathan Szczesny officiating. Inurnment will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery in Horicon. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to St. Stephen Church in Horicon. The family would like to thank the staff at Hillside Manor and the Hospice team for their care and support. The Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Horicon is serving the family. To make an online condolence or for more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.

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Arnold “Buddy” J. Oechsner Jr.

Arnold “Buddy” J. Oechsner Jr.


Visitation:  Tuesday, Sept. 3, 3 to 7 p.m. and Wednesday, Sept. 4, 10 to 11 a.m.  Service:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 11 a.m.  Location:  St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy Arnold “Buddy’ J. Oechsner, Jr., 80, of rural Mayville, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2019, at his home. Arnold was born the son of Arnold and Edna (Wild) Oechsner on September 30, 1938, in Mayville. He was a 1957 graduate of Mayville High School. Buddy was a veteran of the US Army Reserves. On August 6, 1957, Buddy was united in marriage to Marilyn Scheberl. Together they raised three sons on the homestead farm. After the unexpected passing of Marilyn, he was then united in marriage to Margaret “Maggie” Ries on November 4, 2006. Maggie passed away in 2013. Buddy was united in marriage to Margaret “Maggie” Bunkoske on August 19, 2016. Buddy spent his life taking care of the land he loved on his family’s farm. That proud tradition is still being carried on by his sons. He retired from Knowles Produce in 2009, and he served on the Board of Directors for Knowles Produce for over 28 years. Buddy was a member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy and also attended Holy Family Catholic Church in Fond du Lac. In his spare time, Buddy had a deep passion for polka music and dancing. He was on the Board for the “We Love to Dance Club”. Maggie and Buddy traveled all over Wisconsin and cherished the time spent dancing together and the friendships they made along the way. He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Maggie” Oechsner of Mayville; his sons, Daniel (Sonia) Oechsner of Brownsville, David (Cheryl) Oechsner of Brownsville; and Dennis (Jenifer) Oechsner of Brownsville; his stepchildren, Joseph (Rene’ Kohn) Bunkoske of Beaver Dam and Andrew (Jessica Gardner) Bunkoske of Beaver Dam; his grandchildren, Nathan (Mickey) Oechsner, Nina (Kyle) Olson, Melissa (Luke) Riehbrandt, Tanya (Landon) Schoenemann, Kendra (fiancé Trevor Apfelbeck) Oechsner, Marlena (special friend Dustin Melius) Oechsner, Alan (Tabbitha) Oechsner, Dedra Oechsner, Ashley (Dan) Ernst, Gabrielle (Tony) Gallitz, Robert Mischker; his great-grandchildren, Natalie Oechsner, Jonathon Riehbrandt, Grace Riehbrandt, Ethan Oechsner, Anthony Oechsner, Carson Gallitz, Jedidiah Melius, and Olivia Dettloff; his step-grandchild, Lane Joseph Bunkoske; his sister, Elaine Ottery of Fond du Lac; his uncle and aunt, Norman and Florence Feucht of Fond du Lac. His is further survived by his new black labrador, “Molly”; many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; wives Marilyn and Margaret; and step-grandchild, Emillie Rene’ Bunkoske. A visitation for Buddy will take place on Tuesday, Sept. 3, from 3 to 7 p.m. at St. Andrew in LeRoy and again on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass at 11 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial for Buddy took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding at St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. Entombment took place at the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum in Fond du Lac. A very special thanks to Dr. Michael Sergi and his staff of Aurora Medical Center, Fond du Lac for the care and support shown to Buddy and his family throughout many years. Also, many thanks to the Agnesian Pharmacy Kevin and staff of Fond du Lac, DAVITA Dialysis Center at Aurora Health in Fond du Lac, Aurora Hospital in Oshkosh, St. Luke’s in Milwaukee, Marquardt Home Care, especially April his home health nurse, Heartland Hospice, Brownsville First Responders, Mayville EMS, Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack, neighbors and friends for their many calls and visits. Memorials in memory of Buddy may be directed to St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy, Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, or Heartland Hospice. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com
29 August 2019

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Carol A. Foreman

Carol A. Foreman


Visitation:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 3 to 5pm  Memorial Service:  Wednesday, Sept. 4, 5pm   Location:  Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville Carol A. Foreman, 75, of Mayville passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019. Carol was born the daughter of Clarence and Esther Schaumberg on December 8, 1943, in Hartford. She was currently employed at the Bethesda Thrift Store in Horicon. Carol had previously worked at Mayville Nursing and Rehabilitation and Eagles Wing’s Care Center in Beaver Dam. She was member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Mayville. Family was important to Carol and she loved the time spent with them especially her grand and great-grandchildren. She took great pride in taking care of her home and enjoyed making sure it stayed that way! Carol also enjoyed sports and watching the Milwaukee Brewers and the Minnesota Vikings. Carol is survived by her daughters, Carey (Bob) Schneiter of Mayville, Chris (Mark) Margelofsky of LeRoy, and Connie (Duane) Wellner of West Bend. Her eight grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; her sister, Elaine Kollmansberger of Mayville. She is further survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her daughter, Tina Foreman. Visitation took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville. A memorial service for Carol took place on Wednesday, Sept. 4, at 5 p.m. at Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville with Pastor Sara Gillespie officiating. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com
27 August 2019

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Robert M. Sparks

Robert M. Sparks


Robert M. Sparks, 80, died July 1, 2019, in Mesa, AZ. Robert was born April 3, 1939, in Canton, OH, the son of Charles E. and Elsie G. (nee Reigle) Sparks. He graduated from Kewaskum High School and UW-Madison. Robert married Barbara Ann Reinke in Kewaskum on October 24, 1964. Robert was vice president of purchasing at Regal, international sourcing at Regal, semi-truck driver, and security officer at Brinks. He retired last year. Robert was a Boy Scouts of America scout leader, Robert belonged to the Kewanis Club, Hon-E-Kor golf leagues, Wings Over Wisconsin. He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting, golfing, and going out for dinner. He was an excellent saxophone player and played in “The Kool Gents” band in the 1970s. Robert was a wonderful father. Survivors include his brother Jim (Mary, nee Naus), son David (Karen), daughter (Courtney Sparks-Wagner (Joe Wagner); grandchildren, Evan Wagner, Gabriel Wagner and Kaitlin Sparks; and his step-son, Jesse Byers. Preceding Robert in death were his mother, Elsie Sparks; his father, Charles Sparks; his first wife, Barbara Sparks; his second wife, Kimetha Byers-Sparks; and his in-laws (Barbara’s parents), Francis and Hedwig Reinke. Services for Robert will be held Friday, September 6, at Peace United Church of Christ in Kewaskum beginning at 6 p.m. The family will greet relatives and friends from 4-6 p.m. There will be a short burial service at the Peace Church Cemetery at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 7.
26 August 2019

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Carrie M. Koniar

Carrie M. Koniar


Visitation:  Thursday, Sept. 5 and Friday, Sept. 6    Service:  Friday, Sept. 6   Location:  Church and Chapel Funeral Home in Cudahy Carrie M. Koniar, 61, passed away peacefully in her sleep on August 21, 2019, following a lengthy illness. Beloved wife of Paul for 40 years; loving mother of Adam (Cheryl), Paul (Erika), Steven (Jennifer), and Kathryn (Travis) Koniar. She is further survived by six grandchildren; her brother, Harry (Deb) Hale; her parents-in-law, John and Vi Koniar, as well as other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Thursday, Sept. 5, and again on Friday, Sept. 6, until the time of service. For complete obit/directions, text 1855697 to 414-301-6422 or visit funeral home website. Church and Chapel Funeral Home in Cudahy is serving the family. For more information call 262-827-0659 or visit www.churchandchapel.com to view the online obituary, leave condolences, or receive directions.
23 August 2019

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Kim Mittelstadt

Kim Mittelstadt


Visitation:  Monday, Aug. 26, 2 to 5 p.m.   Memorial Service:  Monday, Aug. 26, 5 p.m.  Place:  Koepsell Funeral Home in Beaver Dam Kim Mittelstadt On Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019, Kim Mittelstadt passed away peacefully with his family at his side at the age of 58.  Kim was born on August 2, 1961, to Lorenz “Larry” Mittelstadt and Judith “Judy” Braunschweig Mittelstadt of Fond du Lac. Upon graduation from Goodrich High School, Kim received his law enforcement certification at Fort McCoy.  After one year of service with the Theresa Police Department as Chief of Police, Kim transferred to join the Mayville Police Department where he had a very fulfilling career of 31 years serving the citizens of our local community as a police officer and law enforcement liaison to the Mayville High School. He retired from public service in 2013.  Kim was at home in the outdoors. An avid hunter and superb all around outdoorsman Kim shared his love for nature both in the field and around the grill, always with friends. He shared his knowledge generously and when the day was done regularly welcomed new faces at his table. Kim was unmistakably authentic and kind which is what drew so many to be around him. From the hunting blinds in Wisconsin to the islands of Belize, Kim’s time with us has created friendships that will live in our memories for so many more years than we were able to have him.  During his 17 year marriage to Kathleen Beck, Kim and Kathy raised three sons, Andrew, Daniel and Nicholas.  Kim is survived by his mother, Judy Mittelstadt of Fond du Lac; his three sons and their wives, Andrew and Katrina Mittelstadt of Evergreen, CO, Daniel and Justine Mittelstadt of Oconomowoc, and Nicholas and Maddie Mittelstadt of San Antonio, TX; his sister, Kay Mittelstadt-Lock and husband, Kurtis Lock; his brother, Karl Mittelstadt and wife Kristine Mittelstadt; two beautiful grandsons, Isaiah and William Mittelstadt, sons of Daniel and Justine Mittelstadt; and a large extended family and so many friends. Kim was preceded in death by his father, Larry Mittelstadt.  A memorial service honoring Kim’s life was held on Monday, Aug. 26, at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam. Visitation began at 2 p.m. Memorial service began at 5 p.m. with Peter Capoyianes officiating with reception to follow.  The Mittelstadt family kindly requests in lieu of flowers or gifts that memorials be made in the form of donations to be collected in support of local substance dependency organizations.  The Koepsell Funeral Home in Beaver Dam served the family. To make an online condolence or more information visit www. KoepsellFH.com.
22 August 2019

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Randy Kircher

Randy Kircher


They say, “quiet waters run deep”. On Monday, August 19, 2019, the quiet waters of Randy Kircher slipped away unexpectedly. Happy to be in the quiet of a deer stand, walking fields with his dog, or sitting in the still of a fishing boat, his favorite position was reclined at home watching the activity of his family. It was at these times when his subtle baritone laughter rose from the depth from his chest. Randy began his life with his family in West Bend on 12-8-59. It was with his father and brothers that he learned to love the outdoors and the beauty of Wisconsin’s Kettle Moraine country. From his mother, he learned to cherish home and family. After graduation from West Bend East in 1978 his love of nature drew him to Colorado, where he became an entrepreneur in the tiling trade. Upon return to his beloved home of Wisconsin, Randy entrusted his dad to arrange a rendezvous with Sheila. It wasn’t long before they were married, on September 28, 1991 and in 2002, Randy became a father with the birth of his daughter, Rachel. They made their home on the edge of Campbellsport. Randy worked at the Strowig Tool and Die company as a shipping coordinator. In his free time he continued his love of the outdoors and nurtured his encyclopedic knowledge of American history, especially the era of World War II. Of greater importance than these, Randy was a man of strong convictions who loved his family to his fullest ability. He spent many hours in the stands of Campbellsport High School cheering, in his quiet way, for the varsity dance team, of which Rachel has been a part for four years. The ripples of Randy’s life is in those whom he has left behind. He is survived by his wife, Sheila Kircher (nee Huizinga); daughter, Rachel Kircher; brothers, Keith and Todd, and their family, Stacy, Brandon, Shaun, and many others. He is preceded in Heavenly peace by his mother, Kathleen Renk Kircher, and his father, Vincent Kircher. A Funeral Service for Randy will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, August 23, 2019, at Fifth Avenue United Methodist Church (323 South 5th Avenue, West Bend). Rev. Clarissa Martinelli will officiate and burial will follow in Washington County Memorial Park (3358 Paradise Drive, West Bend). Family will greet relatives and friends at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service. The Myrhum Patten Miller & Kietzer Funeral Home of West Bend has been entrusted with Randy’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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