08 February 2023

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Evelyn H. Beisbier

Evelyn H. Beisbier


Evelyn “Evie” H. Beisbier (nee Weis), 88, of West Bend, formerly of Kewaskum, was called home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at Cedar Bay East in West Bend. She was born on a farm at home in Elmore on February 21, 1934, to the late Gregor and Margaret (nee Thill) Weis. Evie graduated from Campbellsport High School in 1953. On October 15, 1955, she was united in marriage to Cornelius “Corney” Beisbier at St. Matthews Catholic Church. She was a stay-at-home mom for 13 years, raising their five daughters. After which she began working at Regal Ware in Kewaskum for the next 27 years, be - longing to the 25-year club. Evie enjoyed traveling to many places, especially her trip with Corney to Israel, tending to her flowers, cooking, and baking. She embroidered many dish towels for family and friends. Evie and Corney were also big Green Bay Packers fans. She was an active member of Bible Baptist Church in West Bend since June of 1990. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and all of her grandchildren, and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.Those Evie leaves behind to cherish her memory include her three children, Mary (Roger) Doll, Patri - cia “Patti (Ed) Buehler, and Ellen (Marcio) Ferreira; 10 grandchildren, Jared (Jamie) Doll, Bruce (Cassidy) Doll, Craig Doll, Jill (Brad) Worden, Stacy (Jeff) Jager, Hannah (Donald) Lee-Brown, Alex (Danielle) Buehler, Diego Ferreira, Rodrigo Ferreira, and Bruno Ferreira; 10 great-grandchildren; eight siblings, Norbert (Ruth) Weis, Eugene (Martha) Weis, Doris (Willard) Rusch, Lester (Elaine) Weis, Caroline Theusch, Alvin (Gloria) Weis, Florence (Tom) Flood, and Richard “Dick” (Kelly) Weis; two sons-in-law, David (fiancée, Geri Fromm) Nothem and Scott Bultman; four brothers-in-law, Jerry (Linda) Beisbier, Greg (Julie) Richmond, Ken Beisbier, and Steve (Joyce) Beisbier; seven sisters-in-law, Louise Bonlender, Lila Kleinhans, Paula (Allen) Schoofs, Helen Beisbier, Mae Beisbier, Mary (Dan) Schrauth, and Bev, (Leo) Emmer; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius “Corney” Beisbier; two daughters, Carol Nothem and Laura Bultman; five brothers-in-law, Frank Theusch, Joe Bonlender, Woody Kleinhans, Alois Beisbier, and Robert Beisbier, three sisters-in-law, Sandy Beisbier, Susie Beisbier, and Kay Beisbier; nephew, Greg Weis; and a niece, Rochelle Richmond.A Celebration of Life service in remembrance of Evie will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 12 p.m. at Bible Baptist Church, 3500 Beaver Dam Rd., West Bend.The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until 11:45 a.m.The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Cedar Bay East for all their help and care.The Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home of West Bend has been entrusted with Evie’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.
07 February 2023

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John Alois Stoffel

John Alois Stoffel


   John Alois Stoffel passed away on January 31, 2023, at the age of 72 at the V.A. Hospital in Largo, FL, after a lengthy illness.   John was born November 22, 1950, to Alois and Rita (Klumpyan) Stoffel of Campbellsport.   John was a graduate of St. Matthew's Grade School, and a 1968 graduate of Campbellsport High School. John excelled in high school sports, where he was an all-star football, basketball, and baseball player.   John was inducted into the Campbellsport High School sports Hall of Fame in 2021.   John attended UW-Oshkosh on a baseball scholarship and was drafted by the California Angels. John played for the Angels Farm System until being traded to the St. Louis Cardinals. He later had to retire from baseball due to a shoulder injury.   While in California, John was a member of the Army National Guard, and served his country for two years.   John moved to Florida in 1978, where he managed his landscaping business and raised his family until his retirement. He remained living in Largo until the time of his death.   John married his wife, Diane, on August 13, 1994, and she passed away on May 31, 2020.   John is survived by his daughters, Alissa (Jeremy) and Serena (Tim); grandchildren, Parker and Allison; three brothers, William (Barb) and Joseph (Beth) of Campbellsport; Randy of Fond du Lac; five sisters, Donna (Dan) Rohlinger of Campbellsport, Diane (Don) Gudex and Debra (Steve) Stephany, both of Eden, Denise (Dennis) Kemmel of Brownsville, and Dawn Lopez of Palm Harbor, FL; and many nieces and nephews.   In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his wife, Diane; his brothers, Andrew, James, Jeffrey, Patrick; his nephew, Rick Gudex; and brother-in-law, Rudy Lopez.   Cremation has taken place. Burial will be at the V.A. Cemetery at Bay Pines, FL.   A memorial will be held for John at a later date.
06 February 2023

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Marian Meta Brandt

Marian Meta Brandt


   Marian Meta Brandt (nee Koepsell) peacefully passed away on February 4, 2023.   She was born on November 28, 1942, to her parents, Gotthold A. Koepsell and Verona A.M (nee Gloede) in the Town of Herman, Dodge County. Marian was baptized on December 6, 1942, by Pastor Herman Laabs, which led to her confirmation on April 28, 1957 by Pastor William Lauterbach at Immanuel Lutheran Church (River Church).   Marian was united in marriage with Ronald H. Brandt for 54 years on July 20, 1968. Together, their marriage was blessed with three children, Cheryl, Dean, and Brian.    Marian grew up in the Mayville area working alongside her parents on the family farm until moving to Hartford in 1965 where she worked at the Badger Lab in Jackson. Marian and Ronald soon made their forever home in Cedarburg. Aside from Marian taking care of the children, her full time job was working on the family farm with Ronald for 54 years.   Marian’s true passions included baking, talking to her loving family, polka dancing and traveling alongside her husband. Marian’s selflessness was expressed by always putting others first, her famous words were, “Don’t worry about me.”    Those Marian leaves to cherish her memory include her loving husband, Ronald; children, Cheryl (Brian) Ehmke of Hartford, Dean (Michelle) Brandt of Cedarburg, and Brian (Julie) Brandt of Cedarburg; grandchildren, Brandon (Shannon) Ehmke, Annette (Austin) Nerby, Kyle, Justin, Allison Ehmke, Brianna, Mallory, and Andrew Brandt, Nora and Katie Brandt; great-grandchildren, Alexis Nerby and Parker Ehmke, along with a great-grandchild coming along; step-great-grandchild, Braylen LeClair; two sisters, Lorraine Hahn and Elaine Gunst (Claude) Rex; brother-in-law, Robert Schultz; sister-in-law, Hildegarde Brandt; step-siblings, Gary Dummer and Connie (Mike) Thull; step-sister-in-law, Carol Dummer. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.    In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Doreen Kay; mother-in-law Eleanor Brandt; father-in-law, Herbert Brandt; step-father, Harvey Dummer; three sisters, Arlene Ohland, Marlis Glamann, and Edna Schultz; three brother-in-laws, Marvin Ohland, Earl Hahn and Leland Gunst; step-brother Duane Dummer; and step-sister-in-law, Sharon Dummer; brother-in-laws, Wilmer (Joanne) Brandt and Allen Brandt; sister-in-law, Lorraine (Russell) Pluedeman; and two nieces, Jean Kelley and Anola Ketelhohn.    Funeral services for Marian will be held on Saturday, Feb. 11, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Cedarburg. Family will welcome guests at 12 p.m. till 1:45 p.m. with a service time starting at 2 p.m. with Pastor Vicki Simon officiating. Marian will be buried at Immanuel Cemetery immediately following the service. The family would like to thank Serenity Villa for the continuous involvement, memories, and care for Marian.   In lieu of flowers, memorials to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School, or memorials of your choice are appreciated.

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Raymond E. Roskopf

Raymond E. Roskopf


   Raymond E. Roskopf, 85, of Iron Ridge passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023.   Raymond (Ray) was born on April 21, 1937 to Alfred and Viola (Lauer) Roskopf.    He was united in marriage to Mardell Hagen on May 12, 1962, at St. Mary's church in Woodland.   Ray was a farmer all his life. First with his dad in Germantown and then he and Mardell bought a farm in rural Iron Ridge in 1968. He was a member of Sacred Heart Church in Horicon. He was an avid card player and especially loved playing sheepshead.   Survivors include his wife, Mardell, of 60 years; and their four children, Debra Layman of E. Palo Alto, CA, Marci (Jeff) Laufenberg of Malone,  Dennis (Shelley) Roskopf of Beaver Dam, and David (Monica) Roskopf, Iron Ridge; grandchildren, Ethan Laufenberg, Trevor and Brendan Roskopf; step-grandchildren, Cody Albrecht and Chelsey (Samantha) Albrecht;  one step-great-grandchild, Kloie; sisters, Cathy Daniels, Lorraine (Richard) Weiland; brothers, Kenneth (Karen) Roskopf, Joseph Roskopf, and Ronald (Sandra) Roskopf; further survived by many loving relatives and friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law; son-in-law, Steve Layman; and brother-in-law, Terry Daniels.   A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, February 11, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Parish in Horicon with Rev. Fr. Justin Lopina presiding. A visitation will take place on Saturday, February 11, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church. Burial will take place at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Woodland.   A special thank you to the staff at Marvins Manor, Horicon and Generations Hospsice in Fond du Lac for all their care and support shown to Ray and his family.    In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Parish.

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Bonnie L. Christian

Bonnie L. Christian


   Bon­nie L. Chris­t­ian, 75, of Tom­a­hawk, passed away on Thurs­day, Feb. 2, 2023, at home under the care of her fam­ily and Com­pas­sus Hos­pice.    Bon­nie was born Jan­u­ary 27, 1948, in West Bend, to the late Mar­vin and Marie (Mate­hial) Jack­lin. Bon­nie spent most of her time in the Iron Ridge area.   She was mar­ried to Bruce Chris­t­ian, Sr., on May 30, 1987. They moved to the Tom­a­hawk area in 1991. Bruce passed away in 2016. Bon­nie and Bruce for­merly owned and op­er­ated the Alamo Plaza Restau­rant in Tom­a­hawk for 16 years. She loved the time she spent at their house on the lake and was al­ways will­ing to lend a help­ing hand to her neigh­bors.Bon­nie en­joyed trap shoot­ing, bags, pool, four-wheel­ing, snow­mo­bil­ing, and def­i­nitely had the gift to gab. She also liked telling sto­ries about her child­hood. Most of all, she loved spend­ing time with her chil­dren, grand­chil­dren, and great-grand­chil­dren.   Sur­vivors in­clude her chil­dren, Coz­ette Isom of Arkansas, Con­nie Pinkner of Hart­ford, John (Linda) Schultz of Bur­nett; Bruce (Mary) Chris­t­ian, Jr. of Hori­con, and Kelly (Den­nis) Mold­en­hauer of De­For­est. Bon­nie is fur­ther sur­vived by her grand­chil­dren, Jon­a­lyn Eglaclic, Stephanie (Re­nard) Bat­tle, Nathan (Julia) Schultz, Dylan Hanni, Spencer Hanni, Carter Pinkner, Alec (Heather) Schu­mann, and Pey­ton (Becca) Schu­mann; and her great-grand­chil­dren, Hailee Lehman, Har­low Bat­tle, RJ Bat­tle, Hadara Bat­tle, and Eli­jah Schultz. Bon­nie is fur­ther sur­vived by in-laws and friends.   She was pre­ceded in death by her par­ents, Mar­vin and Marie Jack­lin; her hus­band, Bruce Chris­t­ian, Sr.; her brother, Mike Jack­lin; and her sis­ter, Judy Mumper.   Fu­neral Ser­vices for Bon­nie Chris­t­ian were held Mon­day, Feb. 6, at 11 a.m., at Gen­er­a­tions Fu­neral Home. Her fam­ily re­ceived friends for vis­i­ta­tion at the fu­neral home on Mon­day from 9 a.m. until the time of ser­vices at 11a.m. Rev. Larry Math­ein of­fi­ci­ated with pri­vate fam­ily in­ter­ment that took place.
01 February 2023

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Caroline Ann Barr

Caroline Ann Barr


Caroline Ann Barr (nee Riley), 83, of West Bend, passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2023. Caroline was born March 23, 1939, in West Bend to the late William and Clara (nee Thill) Riley. Caroline was united in marriage to Ben Barr Jr., on December 4, 1971, at St. John of God in Farmington. Ben passed away on February 5, 2021. Caroline’s most precious gift was being a Wife, Mother, Grandma, and Great-Grandma. She always had an ear to lend, a hand to hold, and baked goods for all.Those left to cherish Caroline’s memory include her five children, Fred Kreis, Teri Lyn (Gerardo) Tamez, Tina (special friend Charles) Kreis, Brenda (Randy) Simon, and Gail (Mike) Umbaugh; fourteen grandchildren, Freddie, Mikey, Kenny, Becky, Brock, Anthony, Christopher, Jennifer, Jessica, Cody, Sidney, Brittany, Jessi Leigh, and Kaylee; nine great-grandchildren, Danielle, Mackenzie, Shaun, Gage, Addisynne, Skylar, Delilah, Travis, and Everleigh; a brother, Gary (LouAnn) Riley; special niece, Patsy (Larry) Beal; many other relatives and friends.In addition to her husband and parents, Caroline is preceded in death by her daughter, Debra Lee; grandchildren, Brian Lee, Kent and Amber Baumgartner, and Benjamin; two sons-in-law, Kenneth Lee and Jamie Reseburg; three siblings, James Riley, Mary Schaldweiler, and Janice Theil.A Funeral Service and Burial for Caroline Barr has already taken place.Myrhum-Patten Funeral and Cremation Service has been entrusted with Caroline’s arrangements. Additional information and guest book can be found at www.myrhum-patten.com.

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Carolyn M. Roffers

Carolyn M. Roffers


Carolyn M. Roffers (nee Revolinski), 79, of Campbellsport, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2023, at St. Agnes Hospital. Carol was born on September 21, 1943, in Milwaukee, the daughter of the late George and Angeline Revolinski. On December 18, 1965, she married Michael Roffers. Carol worked for 28 years as a waitress at Bublitz Restaurant. She enjoyed reading, latch hook, and was an animal lover. Above all else, she cherished the time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was affectionately known to all as “Granny”.Those left behind to cherish her memory include her husband, Mike; children, Roberta Roffers, Mike Roffers Jr., Kelly (Joe) Newton, Troy Roffers, and Tracy (Doug) Derksen; grandchildren, Julia, Raquel, Ashley, Deidre, Ann, Justin (Brittany), Skylar (Michelle), Brett (Riley), Kialei, and Jayce; many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, George and Ron, and her son-in- law, Jeff Ertl.Visitation was held on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Twohig Funeral Home, 109 W. Main St., Campbellsport, WI. 53010. The funeral service began at 6 p.m.Burial was Wednesday, February 1, 2023, at 10 a.m. at St. Kilian Cemetery in St. Kilian.Carol’s family would like to thank the staff of St. Agnes 4th floor, Dr. Mendez, and Home Instead for their care and compassion.Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.
27 January 2023

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Mary Ellen Fogarty

Mary Ellen Fogarty


   Mary Ellen Fog­a­rty, 76, of Hori­con, went to be with her Lord and Sav­ior on Tues­day, Jan. 24, 2023.   A memo­r­ial ser­vice for Mary will be held on Feb­ru­ary 3, at the Koepsell-Mur­ray Fu­neral Home in Beaver Dam, at 1 p.m. A vis­i­ta­tion for Mary will be held from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.    Mary was born to Ralph and Murl Hutchins on July 11, 1946.   She was united in mar­riage to William Fog­a­rty on May 4, 1968, in Hazel Park, MI. To­gether they raised two daugh­ters.   She re­ceived a Bach­e­lor of Arts from Wayne State, MI and a Mas­ter’s in pas­toral min­istry from Mary­grove Col­lege, MI. Mary and Bill moved to Wis­con­sin in 2004 to be closer to their grand­chil­dren.    Mary was a mem­ber of Edge­wood Com­mu­nity Church in Waupun. While Mary never lead a con­gre­ga­tion, she en­joyed spread­ing God’s Word. Mary loved to make cards and send them to any­one whom she felt needed en­cour­age­ment. She had a soft spot for the shut-ins and made sure they knew she was think­ing about them often.    Mary loved to travel. Mary had a pas­sion for writ­ing. It was her writ­ing that helped get her through some of her final days, in which she com­piled two books.   Mary is sur­vived by her lov­ing daugh­ters, Jen­nifer (Brad) Freriks, and Amy (Bret) En­slen; six grand­chil­dren; her sis­ter, Patty Ar­se­nault; and brother Scott (Sandy) Hutchins. She is fur­ther sur­vived by other rel­a­tives and friends.    Mary was pre­ceded in death by her par­ents; her lov­ing hus­band, Bill; and her sis­ter, Linda Lee.   In lieu of flow­ers, memo­ri­als in Mary’s honor may be di­rected to Edge­wood Com­mu­nity Church in Waupun.   Koepsell Fu­neral Home in Beaver Dam is car­ing for fam­ily. www.​Koepsellfh.​com
26 January 2023

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Donald “Don” Arnold Collien

Donald “Don” Arnold Collien


   Donald “Don” Arnold Collien, 86, of Lomira was called home to be with the Lord on January 24, 2023, at Christian Home in Waupun surrounded by his loving family.   Don was born on January 15, 1937, in Fond du Lac to Arnold and Genevieve Collien (Jaber).   He was united in marriage to Linda Jean Samp on August 5, 1967, at St. Mary’s in Fond du Lac. Linda passed away June 26, 2003.   Don graduated from Oakfield High School in 1955. He proudly served in the United States Army National Guard. Don owned and operated Don’s Tap in Brownsville for fifteen years. Then he owned and operated Collien Insurance for over forty years.    Don was an avid sportsman; he loved hunting, fishing, and coaching Little League Baseball, Brownsville Women’s Softball Team, and the Brownsville Rock River Team where he won coach of the year several times. He was a member of the Sportsmans Athletic Club, Ducks Unlimited, and Lions Club. Don was also an accomplished woodworker and gardener.   Those Don leaves behind to cherish his memory include his three children, Jeffrey (Lisa) Collien, Julie (Robert) Scharschmidt, and Jodi (Michael Jr.) Batzler; nine grandchildren, Ashley (Eric) Schmitz, Brooke (Derrick) Straks, Jaden Collien, Sydney Scharschmidt, Nicholas Scharschmidt, Allison Batzler, Nathan Batzler, and Griffin Batzler; eight great-grandchildren, Kailey Wegener, Leighton Schmitz, Kendyl Schmitz, Reid Schmitz, Rielyn Straks, Emerie Straks, Landon Wegener, and Isaiah Wegener. He is further survived by two sisters, Karen Kay Schoepke and Jacqueline (Charles) Henke; brother-in-law, Richard Krudwig; and half-brother, Michael (Kathy) Collien; as well as nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.    In addition to his parents and his wife, Linda, Don was preceded in death by his sister, Jilliane Krudwig; and grandson, Brennan Wegener.   A Graveside Service for Don was held on Friday, Jan. 27, at 11:30 a.m. at Avoca Cemetery (County Rd D. – just East of Oakfield).    The family greeted relatives and friends on Friday, Jan. 27, at Myrhum-Patten Funeral Home (350 Main St. – Lomira, WI 53048) from 1 p.m. until the time of Service.   A Memorial Service was held on Friday, Jan. 27, at the funeral home at 3:30 p.m.   The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Waupun Christian Home and Hospice Hope SSM for their care and compassion.   Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Don’s arrangements. Please consider signing our online guest book (www.myrhum-patten.com) to share your condolences with the family.
25 January 2023

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Marilyn Edwards

Marilyn Edwards


Marilyn Edwards (nee Lemke) was born in Milwaukee on November 11, 1933, to Henry and Margaret Lemke (nee Kubitz). Marilyn passed away peacefully at the age of 89, surrounded by her loving family on January 3, 2023 at Froedtert Hospital in Wauwatosa. Marilyn is survived by her children, John (Christy) Nummerdor, Michael Nummerdor, Robert (Laura) Nummerdor, Donald (Linda) Nummerdor, and Sally (Chris) Cochran; Anne “Trink” Haskin, and Mary (Richard) Steinberg; brother, Ronald Lemke; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Brunner, Gwendolyn Dreher, Ruth “Dolly” Ramthun, and Patricia Darin; daughters-in-law, Barbara Edwards and Lynn Ondercin. She is also survived by grandchildren, Mikaela (boyfriend Josh) Nummerdor, Tanya (Adam) Johnson, Joseph (Kristin) Nummerdor, Jason German; Jenny (Ryan) Kaczanowski, Peter (Hannah) Nummerdor, Rachael (Steve) Kuhn, Kurtis (Tori) Cochran, Krystal Cochran, Jacob (Rachel) Cochran, Isaiah Cochran, Andrew Haskin, David (April) Haskin, Elizabeth (Nathan) Zyduck, Sam (Marja) Steinberg, Lilly (Mark) Jensen, Jack Steinberg, Maggie (Nikolaj) Hagen, Lauren (Chris) Knight and Thomas “TJ” Edwards.She was the proud great-grandmother of 25! Marilyn also leaves behind many nieces and nephews as well as extended family Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 43 years, Richard “Dick” Edwards (2022); sister and brother-in-law, Shirley & Woody Wollner; loving sons, Richard “Rick” Edwards and Thomas Edwards; sisters-in-law, Connie Lemke and Annabelle (Allen) Tessar; brothers-in-law, William (Violet) Edwards; Jules Dreher, Eldon Ramthun and Joseph Darin; and son-in-law, Bruce “Griff” Haskin.Marilyn graduated from West Bend High School in 1951 and happily helped organize every reunion since. She and her first husband, Don Nummerdor, owned and operated “Don’s Retreat” on the corner of Main Street and Paradise Drive in West Bend. Marilyn earned her Associates Degree in Public Relations from Moraine Park Technical College and worked at the West Bend Chamber of Commerce for 18 years. She was a life-long learner and was very involved in the community. Marilyn and Dick were founding members of the Long Lake Fishing Club and planned many events and fundraising for the club. Marilyn especially enjoyed quilting, making quilts for many of her closest family and friends. She had a passion for Tai Chi, which she practiced and taught for many years. She and Dick loved their winters in Florida where they have left behind many close friends.A Celebration of Marilyn’s life will be held on Jan uary 28, 2023, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church (6869 Wildwood Rd., West Bend, WI 53090). The family will greet relatives and friends at the church from 2 p.m. until the service at 3:30 p.m. A Celebration of Life luncheon will follow, at the church. Inurnment will be at Lutheran Memorial Park in Kewaskum.Memorials to Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, West Bend, WI or New Life Lutheran Church, Sebring, FL are appreciated.Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Marilyn’s arrangements. Please consider signing our online guest book (www. myrhum-patten.com) to share your condolences with the family