Bio: Lindner, Judy
- Neillsville Recreation Dept Bids Farewell to Lindner (2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Lindner, Brown
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/19/2023
Neillsville Recreation Department Bids Farewell to Lindner (2023)
By Edward Dubois
For 43 years, Judy Lindner has headed the Neillsville Recreation Department.
However, nothing can last forever.
April 11, the Personnel Committee discussed Judy Lindner’s letter of
resignation, intending to retire from the position, and recommended its
acceptance to the Neillsville City Council, and was thusly accepted while the
council moved to fill her vacancy.
Lindner officially retired July 1, just before Heritage Days commenced, and was
honored both with a spot in the Heritage Days parade July 9 and with cupcakes in
her honor afterward.
Lindner has been more than just the Recreation Director, though, and also served
with the Neillsville Booster Club.
“[The Neillsville Booster Club] fit in perfectly with my position as Recreation
Director,” Lindner said.
Lindner has served as the secretary of the club for the past 20 years, and has
organized four or five youth basketball tournaments yearly in addition to
fast pitch softball tournaments and youth volleyball tournaments.
Lindner has been a solid fundraiser for the club in addition to bringing
thousands of players and spectators to the city throughout the years.
Lindner is also a part of the Neillsville Optimist Club, being one of the few
“charter” members still involved. She assisted with various youth events, while
leading the “Tri-Star Basketball” event for the past “15-ish years.”
Lindner said she enjoys working with the very dedicated members of the Optimist
Club, offering events for the youth of the community to stay active, and
described it as a very “family-orientated” group, offering many “old fashioned,
wholesome” activities.
There comes a time, though, when a person feels the need to move on, for one
reason or another. Lindner had her reasons, too.
“The fact that I wasn’t getting any younger and the job (at least how I
perceived it) required my 100% time and energy and I felt I didn’t want to let
down or disappoint the constituents of the Neillsville community,” Lindner said.
“Especially the kids.
“I believe the Recreation Department had a solid base of which a new director
could build from; solid facilities and tremendous support from both the city and
school leaders.
“It was time for another individual to offer fresh ideas. Also, the fact that I
have eight active, perfect grandchildren and having missed some of the early
milestones of their life, it was time to put my priorities in order.
“I also have the blessing of a few very good friends who I enjoy spending time
with hiking, biking, playing pickleball, disc golfing, snow shoeing, golfing,
kayaking and other events which get me out in the fresh air.
“[I] also love to spend many hours in my garden and enjoy helping out the
elderly with their yard projects/needs.”
No matter the trials and tribulations, when someone leaves a position like this,
there will inevitably be things to be missed.
“What will I miss,” Lindner said, “[is] the interaction with the people,
especially the kids. [I] loved seeing the smile on their faces when they
mastered a skill we had been working on or maybe scored their first basket.
“[I] especially enjoyed seeing the ‘non-stud athlete’ succeed and receive the
adoration that every participant craves and deserves. I took pride in never
worrying about the ‘name game,’ made sure to treat all with the respect they
deserve and am very confident that my successor will do the same.
“I will also greatly miss the many adults who volunteered their time and skills
to help conduct youth programs. Without them, nothing would have been possible
and many, many opportunities for kids to realize success would have been wasted.
“It has been a privilege to serve the community of Neillsville for the past 43
years. […] I will truly cherish the memories.”
Lindner’s daughter, Jessica Brown, was chosen as Lindner’s successor, her duties
having begun July 1.
July 1, Jessica Brown (l) took over for her mother, Judy Lindner (r), as the
Neillsville Recreation Department’s director. Judy Lindner has overseen the
Neillsville Recreation Department for 43 years. Edward Dubois/Clark County Press
“I kicked off the position on a Saturday due to the youth track meet,” Brown
said. “I was inspired to take the position to uphold my mom’s legacy. I know how
hard she worked for the past 43 years. No one, besides her own family, can even
begin to imagine the countless hours and energy she put into building the
recreation department up to what it is today.
“I wanted to continue her programs to the best of my ability and hopefully bring
some new ideas and programs, as well. As a community member with four kids, I
wanted to ensure that the [Recreation Department] only got better, and nothing
was lost in the transition.
“I’m open to new ideas and suggestions from the community to continue building
on the opportunities we have here in Neillsville.”
As a teacher and coach for the past 13 years, Brown described having a passion
for working with kids and sports.
“This position will allow me to continue to build relationships with the
community members and allow me to spend my time doing the things I love,” Brown
said. “I am grateful for this opportunity and look forward to working with
everyone.”
Brown started working for the Recreation Department when she was 14.
“I’m sure I was ‘volunteering’ long before that,” Brown said, “but I have been
an employee of the [Recreation Department] for the past 22 years.
“I started with lifeguarding, running the Juniorettes softball programs and
scorekeeping for whatever sport [Lindner] needed help with.
“Over the years, it turned into running swimming lessons, coaching various
teams, officiating games and helping assist with running tournaments. I feel the
transition into the director role will be natural for myself as I have lived the
‘[Recreation Department]’ lifestyle my entire life.”
Brown jumped right into the director role and has taken over all of the programs
that are currently up and running.
“This next week,” Brown said, “we will finish up most of the youth baseball and
softball programs. Those conclude with short award ceremonies and ice cream
treats for all.
“Women’s volleyball and Men’s softball will continue into the beginning of
August. We are starting up a new program in August. We will be having Adaptive
Open Swim from 6:30–7:30 on Monday
evenings. This program is designed to give individuals with disabilities and
their families time to explore the water and have fun.”
More information about this opportunity can be found on the Neillsville
Recreation Department’s Facebook page.
News: Owen-Withee
– FFA Alumni Event (2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Engel
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/19/2023
Cows, Plows and Wine Serves Owen-Withee FFA (2023)
By L. B., reporter
Munsen Bridge Winery hosted Cows, Plows and Wine July 15, 2023, an event
sponsored by the Owen-Withee FFA Alumni.
“FFA Alumni and their supporters’ host,” said Travis Engel, director of Cows,
Plows and Wine. “It’s a fundraiser for FFA and they usually spend the money on
the kids. The proceeds go to the Owen-Withee High School CDE or Agricultural
Education Department, any FFA events that require registration, hotel rooms and
the like.”
On average, over 300 people attend the event. This is the ninth year of hosting
Cows, Plows and Wine for Munsen Bridge Winery. The winery served a pulled pork
dinner as its main course along with many refreshments and drinks. Root beer
floats and wine floats were new beverages that guests could enjoy, with root
beer for kids and wine for adults. Wine floats are a mixture of MBW wine and
soft serve ice cream.
The popular game, “CA$H COW,” at the beginning of the Cows, Plows and Wine event
July 15 was already missing money slots.
Guests of the Cows, Plows and Wine event at the Munsen Bridge Winery July 15
check over 50 baskets to place tickets in. L.B./Clark County Press photos
Guests participated in gun raffles, paddle raffles, the “CA$H COW” game and a
bucket raffle with over 50 donations from businesses and local groups. Later in
the night, people got on the floor to dance to the DJ and bid on auction items.
The night was a success for the FFA Alumni and the people it benefits, raising
over $2,000 for the cause.
Obit:
Pawlukiewicz, Joshua A. (1985 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Pawlukiewicz, Pagel, Devine, Lodahl, Wright, Gay, Bakken, Beukema
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Owen, Clark Co., WI) 7/23/2023
Pawlukiewicz, Joshua A. (6 March 1985 – 22 July 2023)
Joshua A. Pawlukiewicz, age 38, of Withee, died on Saturday, July 22, 2023.
Joshua was born on March 6, 1985, the son of Terry and Joy (Pagel) Pawlukiewicz
in Marshfield. He graduated from Owen-Withee High School in 2003. Joshua
continued his education at the University of Oshkosh, majoring in Business and
Fox Valley Technical School in Appleton with a degree in welding and metal
fabrication. He worked for a number of years at Oshkosh Trucking in Oshkosh
before returning home in 2021 to work alongside his father in the family
business as a bookkeeper for Withee Oil Company.
Joshua enjoyed spending time with his family, shooting pool, axe throwing,
riding his motorcycle, attending Packer games and spoiling his two nieces and
his dog, Bailey. He had a big heart, was kind and loving.
Joshua is survived by his parents, Terry and Joy; his sister, Jessica J Devine;
two nieces, Macy and Palmer Devine all of Withee. He is further survived by his
Aunts and Uncles: Linda and Bob Lodahl, Paul and Ori Pagel, June Pagel and
Thomas Wright, Frank Pagel, Jean and Steve Gay, Dan Pawlukiewicz and Julie and
Mike Bakken; many cousins and friends.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Louis and Helen Pagel and Walter
and Tillie Pawlukiewicz.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at St.
John’s Lutheran Church in Withee. The Rev. Phil Beukema will officiate. Family
and friends are welcome from 9:00 until time of service Saturday at the church.
The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Owen is entrusted with the arrangements.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Joshua, please visit
our floral store.
Obit: Horn, Betty
Jane (1930 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Horn, Miller, Richmond, Humke
----Source: Cuddies Funeral Home (Greenwood, Clark Co., WI) 7/25/2023
Horn, Betty Jane Horn (18 May 1930 – 23 July 2023)
Betty J. Horn, age 93, of Greenwood, passed away at Clark County Rehab & Living
Center in Owen, on Sunday, July 23, 2023.
Per Betty's wishes, private services will be held. Burial will be in Forest Hill
Cemetery.
Betty Jane Richmond was born on May 18, 1930, in the Town of Mead, rural
Greenwood, the daughter of Guy E. and Laura B. (Miller) Richmond. She was raised
on the family farm and received her education at Braun Settlement Country
School, and graduated from Greenwood High School in 1948. Betty was united in
marriage to Norman H. Horn on September 3, 1949, at Immanuel United Church of
Christ, rural Greenwood. They moved to Wausau, where she was a homemaker and
babysat for many friends and family members. After Norman retired, they returned
to a home northwest of Greenwood. Betty resided there until moving into
Greenwood to the Black River View Apartments.
She was a lifelong member of Immanuel United Church of Christ. Betty had many
interests, but especially loved reading, playing cards, crossword/word search
puzzles, and sewing. She sewed Christmas stockings for all of her nieces,
nephews and many other children. Betty also enjoyed traveling by car with her
husband through most of the lower 48 states. She was an avid letter writer and
spent much time sending cards to all of her family members and friends. Betty
was our “family lifeline”. She communicated with everyone by telephone and mail
and was our “go to” person for any family information, past or present. She will
be missed.
Betty is survived by one brother: Jerald Richmond of Greenwood; one sister: Rose
Caryl Humke of Greenwood; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman, on May 7, 1997;
one sister: Lila (Herbert) Horn; one sister-in-law: Myrna Richmond; and one
brother-in-law: Paul Humke.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.cuddiefh.com. Cuddie Funeral Home of Greenwood, WI is assisting
the family with arrangements.
Obit: Strey,
Richard A. (1942 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Strey, Smith, Faucher, Kirchner, Carson, Butterfield
----Source: Gesche Funeral Home (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/25/2023
Strey, Richard A. (24 April 1942 – 24 July 2023
Richard A. Strey 81, of Neillsville, passed away on Monday, July 24, 2023.
Richard Arthur Strey was born on April 24, 1942, the son of Arthur and Evelyn
(Smith) Strey in Greenwood, WI. His early years were spent on the family farm
south of Loyal. There he learned lots of skills that came in handy later in
life. He married his love and partner, Marie Faucher on January 27, 1962. They
are the proud parents of Charles, Edward, Linda (Paul) Kirchner, Tammy (Rick,
significant other) Carson and Carrie (Steve, significant other) Strey. He was a
self-educated man with many interests. In the fall you could find him coon
hunting and bow hunting and summer brought on the fishing, camping and boating.
He took many trips to Canada with his sons and friends. Spring was the time to
make maple syrup- and he and Marie made great syrup. During the winter Dick
would be out in his shop doing his wood working projects or painting wild life
scenes. During his working years he was employed at Pathfinder, Greenwood Homes,
Loyal Cold Storage and Fiskers of Spencer. He loved his family and their
children.
Dick is survived by his wife, Marie and his children, his brothers; Harry
(Paulette), Jon (Connie), Peter (Linda) and Jim and a sister, Sue Butterfield, a
sister-in-law, Kay, 21 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and many nieces and
nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Lisa, a brother, Tom, his
in-laws, Louie and Helen Faucher and his beloved grandparents, Archie and Carrie
Strey.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 5, 2023, at the
Gesche Funeral Home in Neillsville. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to
11:00 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 5th prior to the service.
Online Condolences may be made at
www.geschefh.com. Gesche Funeral Home and Cremation Service is
assisting Richard's family with funeral arrangements.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Richard
Strey, please visit our flower store.
Obit: Duranceau,
Carol M. (1939 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Duranceau, Gavin, Fry, Bartnik, Blunt, Larson, Knutson, Malzhan,
Netzband, Rogers, Svec, Bier
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Owen, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Duranceau, Carol M. (23 December 1939 – 25 July 2023)
Carol M. Duranceau, age 83, of Owen, passed away surrounded by her loving family
on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at her home under the tender care of Compassus
Hospice.
Carol was born on December 23, 1939, the daughter of Harold, Sr. and Isabelle
(Gavin) Fry in Tomahawk. On April 28, 1958, Lloyd was united in marriage to
Carol Fry in Center City, MN. He preceded her in death on April 1, 2014.
Carol worked as a CNA, a cook and drove for Mennonite and Amish till the age of
83. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting, knitting, making quilts, vegetable and
flower gardening, doing crafts, bingo, reading, wine making and spending time
with her family.
Carol is survived by her six children: Cindy (Greg) Bartnik of New London, Jeff
(Bernice) Duranceau of Fond du Lac, Annette (Doug) Blunt of Colby, Brian (Paula)
Duranceau of Necedah, Lynne (Joseph) Larson of Wausau and Tori Knutson of
Wausau; 32 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great
grandchildren. She is further survived by three siblings: Harold Fry, Jr. of
Kewaskum, Richard Fry of Kewaskum and Sandra (Butch) Malzhan of Green Lake; and
also many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Lloyd Duranceau; her son,
Andy Duranceau; two granddaughters: Ariel Marie and Miranda Sue; her siblings:
Milton Fry, Charles Fry, Herbert Fry, Gloria Netzband, Howard Fry, Michael Fry,
Tessa Rogers, Francis Fry, Tammie Svec; her sisters-in-law, Gloria Fry and June
Fry; and one brother-in-law, Fred Rogers.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 5, 2023, at
Nazareth Lutheran Church in Withee. The Rev. Elizabeth Bier will officiate.
Burial will be held in Riverside Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome on
Friday, August 4 from 4:00 until 8:00 P.M. at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home
in Owen and on Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until time of service at the church. A
live stream will be available for those unable to attend on the Maurina
Schilling Funeral Home Facebook page or after the service anytime on Facebook or
the website.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Carol, please visit
our floral store.
Obit: Ellenbecker,
Galen C. (1945 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Ellenbecker, Heindl, Phillips, Meyer, Widman, Feldbruegge
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Owen, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Ellenbecker, Galen C. (7 November 1945 – 23 July 2023) With Flag
Galen C. Ellenbecker, age 77, of Dorchester, passed away on Sunday, July 23,
2023, at his home.
Galen was born on November 7, 1945, the son of Clarence and Katherine (Heindl)
Ellenbecker in Marshfield. He graduated from Abbotsford High School. Galen
served in the US Army stationed in Louisiana and South Carolina. On July 2,
1966, he was united in marriage to Patricia Drapes. Galen farmed before driving
truck for Meig’s in Abbotsford for many years.
Galen was an avid hunter and enjoyed hunting everything from squirrel to bear,
but he especially loved his annual whitetail hunts. He collected guns and
repaired and refurbished them. Galen was in a pistol league and was a skilled
marksman.
Galen is survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia; three children: Scott
Ellenbecker, Terry (Kerry) Ellenbecker, both of Dorchester and Catina (Jed)
Phillips of Abbeville, AL; six grandchildren: Chelsea Phillips, Jacob Phillips,
Alex Ellenbecker, Trevor Ellenbecker, Serena Meyer and Jenna Widman. He is
further survived by his brother, Gary Ellenbecker of Medford, his sister-in-law,
Sharon Ellenbecker of Dorchester; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; his sister Bernette, his brother,
Kenneth and his Uncle and Aunt, Henry and Cecelia Feldbruegge.
A Memorial Gathering will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Monday,
July 31, 2023, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Galen, please visit
our floral store.
BioM: Marriage
Licenses (Aug - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Hanson, Salisbury, Miller, Green
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Marriage Licenses (Aug - 2023)
Michael A. Hanson, to Shyla K. Salisbury, both of Wood Co., Marshfield, Aug. 2,
at Town of Pine Valley.
Delbert B. Miller, to Kathryn M. Green, both of Town of York, Aug. 11, at the
Town of York.
News: Clark County
- Community Awards (Scholarships - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Pentz, King, Johnson, Erpenbach, Opelt, Artac, Kirchner, Rinehart,
Thomas, Travis, Bogdonovich, Lindner, Scherer, Horn, Rochester, Mohr, Kopp,
Matousek, McFarlane, Klabon, Nernberger, Ruppert, Boehlke, Abramczak
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Clark County Community Foundation Awards Scholarships to Area High School
Graduates
The Clark County Community Foundation, Inc. (CCCF) announced the 25 recipients
of its 2023 Scholarship Program. Thirteen Clark County students have each been
awarded a $400 Clark County Community Foundation Scholarship to be used for
tuition or other post-secondary educational expenses this fall.
Now in its seventh year, the Community Scholarship Program was created to
provide additional financial resources to eligible students living in Clark
County who were pursuing an education beyond high school.
The Foundation also manages several endowed scholarships. The Eric Pentz
Memorial Scholarship ($500) is awarded to a Greenwood High School (GHS) student
in memory of Eric Pentz, a 1994 graduate of GHS. The Harry and Esther King
Memorial Scholarship ($300) is awarded to Neillsville High School students in
memory of Harry and Esther King, long-time area residents and strong advocates
of agriculture and education. The Teresa Johnson Memorial Scholarship ($500) is
awarded to a student from Clark County who exhibits strong leadership qualities
and community service efforts, and the Erpenbach Family Memorial Scholarship
($500) is awarded to a Neillsville or Granton high school graduate in memory of
Don and Karen Erpenbach, life-long educators of these communities and advocates
for education and agriculture.
The Foundation also facilitated the Greenwood-based Kourtland House LLC
Scholarship opportunity that awarded a total of $8,250 to seven area high school
graduates. Owner Terrie Opelt and Kourtland House continue their tradition of
helping area graduates with their future educational expenses.
“Congratulations to each of these scholarship recipients,” Natalie Erpenbach
said, Clark County Community Foundation, Inc. president.
The 2023 Clark County Community Foundation Scholarship recipients are as
follows:
Greenwood High School
Jaylinn Artac, Delaney Kirchner and Kaylee Rinehart received the Kourtland House
Scholarship.
Wyatt Thomas received the Erik Pentz Memorial Scholarship.
Rogan Travis received the Clark County Community (CCC) and Kourtland House
scholarships.
Loyal High School
Maci Bogdonovich received the CCC Scholarship.
Anna Lindner and Leah Scherer received the CCC Scholarship.
Scherer received the Theresa Johnson Memorial Scholarship.
Neillsville High School
Lainey Horn and Delaney Rochester received the CCC Scholarship and Kourtland
House scholarships.
Ella King and Callee Mohr received the Harry and Esther King Scholarship.
Jacob Kopp received the CCC Scholarship and Erpenbach Family Memorial
scholarships.
Aubrey Matousek received the CCC Scholarship.
Avery McFarlane received the Kourtland House Scholarship.
Owen-Withee High School
Carter Klabon, Damian Nernberger and Tawny Ruppert received the CCC Scholarship.
Thorp High School
Rachel Boehlke and Rebecca Abramczak received the CCC Scholarship.
“The Scholarship Selection Committees were impressed with the applicants and
their many accomplishments,” Erpenbach said. “These young people have excellent
academic achievements and outstanding records of school, community and
employment participation and service.
“The students, teachers, parents and communities of these students should be
very proud of their 2023 high school graduates.
“The Foundation Board of Directors wish each of the scholarship applicants and
recipients the very best as they further their education and embark on the next
phase of their lives.”
To learn more about the Clark County Community Foundation Scholarship program,
the Foundation or to make a tax-deductible donation, contact the Clark County
Community Foundation, Inc., PO Box 116, Loyal, WI 54446, email
www.information@clarkccf.org,
or call 715-937-6167.
Interested persons are also invited to visit the website at
www.clarkcccf.org.
News: Neillsville
- H.O.G. Road Travelers (2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Johnson
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Neillsville H.O.G. Road Travelers (2023)
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Hundreds of motorcycle riders traveled through Clark County July 16, after the
end of the Harley-Davidson Homecoming that began July12. Above Katie and Joshua
Johnson of Menahga, MN, stop at HOG Corners before riding home, having read
about it in a magazine. Below, the Johnson’s were not the only ones waiting for
their chance at a picture at the famous spot.
Edward DuBois/Clark County Press
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Obit: Jarzin, Stanley Anthony “Stan” (1943 - 2023)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Jarzin, Topak, Jarzynski, Ewald, Ruppert, Umbs, Powell, Williams,
Hanson
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Colby, Clark Co., WI) 7/26/2023
Jarzin, Stanley Anthony “Stan” (24 September 1943 – 25 July 2023)
Stanley "Stan" Anthony Jarzin, age 79, of Colby, passed away on Tuesday, July
25, 2023, at Marshfield Medical Center.
Stan was born on September 24, 1943, the son of Stanley and Anne (Topak)
Jarzynski in Superior. He was united in marriage to Jane Ewald on September 21,
1984, in Montello. He graduated from Cathedral Catholic High School in Superior
and received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from University of Wisconsin
– Superior.
Stan was a driver’s education teacher, geography and biology teacher and the
best guidance counselor. He was a DIY kind of guy and could fix anything. He
enjoyed his time watching old westerns and movies. He especially loved and
cherished his family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Jane Jarzin; four children: Mick (Ann) Jarzin
of Green Bay, Jim (Lisa) Ruppert of Ogema, Tom (Amy) Ruppert of Owen and Steve
(Shannon) Ruppert of Colby; six grandchildren: Michael Jarzin of Utah, Abigail
Jarzin of Utah, Shane (Bailey Umbs) Ruppert of Wausau, Tawny Ruppert of Owen and
Emmy Ruppert of Owen, Angel (Amanda) Powell of Marshfield; two great
grandchildren, Avery and Aleaya Powell of Marshfield; sister, Joanne Williams of
Idaho; brother Tim Jarzin of Superior; and favorite companion, Stella. He was
preceded in death by his parents.
A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, August 7, 2023, at
Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. A Celebration of Life will follow
after the service at the funeral home. Rev. Teri Hanson will officiate.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Stanley, please visit
our floral store.
