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News: Clark County – Senior's Dance (Apr 1976)

Transcriber: Stan

Surnames: None

----Source: Tribune/Phonograph (Abbotsford, Clark Co., Wis.) 28 Apr 1976

Last week over 100 senior citizens from the five Clark County Nutrition Centers attended a dance at the Abbotsford City Hall hosted by the Abbotsford Center. Guests dance the schottische, polkas, waltzes and fox trots to the music of Emil and his band.

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Obit: Boutain, Nancy Ruth (1946 - 2024)

Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail: dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Boutain, Smart, Schillinger, Faber, Anderson, Balich, Frahm, Heldt, Heins, Kramas, Freedman, Ange, Omelian, Hein, Zettler

----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Abbotsford, Clark Co., WI) 7/20/2024)

Boutain, Nancy Ruth (21 March 1946 – 18 July 2024)

Nancy Ruth (Schillinger) Boutain, age 78, of Colby, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024, at the Marshfield Medical Center.

Nancy was born on March 21, 1946, the daughter of Walter and Norma (Smart) Schillinger in Edgar. She was raised on the Homestead farm and went to Franklin Grade School. Nancy graduated from Dor-Abby High School in 1964. After graduation, she worked as a waitress and cooks helper at her Uncle Otto's restaurant in Marshfield and also at Big Boys and other restaurants in Milwaukee. Nancy also worked at several factories, including making paint rollers and pop and beer signs. After a long strike, she worked as housekeeper and nanny in Cudahy. In 1968, Nancy was married to Ken Boutain in 1968 in South Milwaukee and later divorced. She moved to Abbotsford to be near her parents and worked at Abby Cafe and Hardees.

Nancy enjoyed her flower gardens, feeding the birds, cooking, baking (especially her peanut butter cookies) and canning, especially refrigerator pickles and beets, writing and receiving letters. She liked collecting antiques, cookie jars, blue and white windmills, and different items with apple blossoms.

Nancy is survived by her two daughters: Vicki Boutain (Matt) of Granton and Karie (Brent) Faber of Abbotsford; four grandsons: Bradey Anderson, Aiden Balich, Cade and Gatlin Faber all of Medford. She is further survived by nine brothers and sisters: Gloria (Leonard) Frahm of Athens, David (Emily) Schillinger of Wausau, Audrey (Elroy) Heldt of Athens, Colleen (Richard) Heins of Athens, Darrell Schillinger of Abbotsford, Daniel (Nanci) Schillinger of Edgar, Marlene (Jack) Kramas of Abbotsford, Dean (Suzy Freedman) Schillinger of Cedar Falls, IA and Walter Schillinger, Jr. of Brookfield, IL; two Aunts: Caroline Schillinger of Spencer and Helen Schillinger of Weston; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Dennis and her two sisters, Beverly Ange and Judith Omelian; and brother-in-law, Richard Hein; a nephew, Joseph Schillinger a great-nephew, Chandler Zettler and a niece Daphne Hein.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at the Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Abbotsford. Interment will follow at Colby Memorial Cemetery. Family and friends are welcome from 11:00 a.m. until time of service Tuesday at the funeral home.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Nancy, please visit our floral store.

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Obit: Jablonicky, Donald E, Sr. (1935 - 2024)

Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail: dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Jablonicky, Miller, Treeck, Jablonic, Yaron, Hanson

----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Abbotsford, Clark Co., WI) 7/20/2024)

Jablonicky, Donald E. (15 November 1935 – 6 June 2024)

Donald E. Jablonicky, Sr., age 88, of Colby, passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Clark County Rehabilitation and Living Center under the tender care of Heartland Hospice.

Don was born on November 15, 1935, the son of Edward and Inga (Miller) Jablonicky in North Chicago, IL. He graduated from Waukegan Township High School in 1953.

Don was united in marriage to Joanne Van Treeck on April 21, 1956. They moved to New Jersey where he was a purchaser for JC Penney. In 1971, they purchased a dairy farm in Unity and farmed until 1998. Joanne preceded him in death on April 28, 2022.

Don liked to play golf, bridge and go to the casino.

Don is survived by three children: Mark (Vickie) Jablonic of Pewaukee, Lance Jablonicky of Colby and Denise Yaron of Colby; 11 grandchildren and one brother, Thomas Jablonicky of Colby; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joanne; his son, Donald, Jr. and son-in-law, Steven Yaron.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Unity. The Rev. Teri Hanson will officiate. Family and friends are welcome from 10:00 a.m. until time of service all at the church.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Donald, please visit our floral store.

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Obit: Krasselt, Rita Kaye (1951 – 2024)

Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail: dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Krasselt, Strowzewski, Pankratz, LaPointe, Schillinger, Zoelke

----Source: Life Tributes Funeral Home (Spencer, Clark Co., WI) 7/20/2024

Krasselt, Rita Kaye (18 September 1951 – 19 July 2024)

Rita K. Krasselt, a beacon of love and generosity, left this world on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the age of 72, to begin her great adventure in her heavenly home. Born on September 18, 1951, in Black River Falls, Wisconsin, Rita's life was a tapestry woven with the threads of kindness, dedication, and unwavering love for her family. She passed away peacefully at House of The Dove in Marshfield, surrounded by her two daughters and with the love of her adoring family.

A proud graduate of Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids, Rita carried with her the values of hard work and education throughout her life. Along with her husband Jim she channeled her entrepreneurial spirit into owning and operating their own business “Plan-It Earth” in Marshfield and Spencer, where her leadership and vision were as clear as her commitment to her clients and colleagues. Rita's legacy as a businesswoman was marked by her integrity and the meaningful relationships she built along the way.

Rita's journey through life was as vibrant and colorful as the gardens she so lovingly tended. Her passion for the natural beauty of flowers, from the bold mums and lilies to the delicate stargazers and tulips, All were a reflection of her own beautiful soul. Rita found joy in the simple pleasures of life: the songs of birds, the warmth of the sun on her face as she picked blueberries, and the contentment that came from knitting, canning, and baking her famous rhubarb cake and chocolate chip cookies.

Her love story with James Krasselt began on a beautiful day in August 1998, and together they created a family that was her pride and joy. Rita's heart swelled with love for her children, Tracy (Steve) LaPointe of Stratford, Lisa Rae (Jason) Schillinger of Marshfield, Joseph (Kayla) Krasselt of Duluth, MN, James Matthew (Jenna) Krasselt of Denver, IA, and Jameson (Shannon) Krasselt of Marshfield. As a grandmother, Rita's legacy blossomed further through her cherished grandchildren, Claire, Bryce, Lydia, Natalie, Audrey, Nash, Maeve, Marigold, Christian, and Hannah. Each of them was a unique petal in the garden of her life.

Rita's siblings, Donald (Brenda) Strowzewski, Linda (Jake) Dick, and George (Carol) Strowzewski, shared in the joys and sorrows of life with her, and their bond was unbreakable. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Rose (Pankratz) Strowzewski, and her niece, Linday Zoelke, whose memories remain a cherished part of her story.

Rita's life was a testament to the power of love, the strength of family, and the beauty of creating a life filled with joy and purpose. Her spirit, a radiant light in this world, will continue to shine through the lives of those she touched. Let us celebrate Rita K. Krasselt, a truly remarkable woman, whose warmth and kindness were the cornerstones of a life well-lived.

If desired, memorials in Rita’s name can be sent to the family for upgrades and improvements at Salem Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Sherman.

Her funeral services, a celebration of a life lived to the fullest, will be held at 11 A.M. on Saturday, July 27, 2024, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Spencer. Rita will be laid to rest in Salem Lutheran Cemetery in the Town of Sherman, where she will be surrounded by the beauty of the countryside, she so adored. Family and friends are invited to gather and share memories of Rita on Friday from 4 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Life Tributes Funeral Home in Spencer and again at the church from 10 A.M. until time of service. The honor of pallbearer belongs to her family, who will carry her legacy forward with every step they take.

Rita's arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. To share a memory or offer condolences, please visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome.com. 

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rita, please visit our floral store.

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Obit: Wucherpfennig, Glenn Howard (1943 - 2024)

Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail: dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Wucherpfennig, Yeager, Eckes, Meacham, Foss, Williams, Bauer, Aumann, Hildebrandt, Sandley

----Source: Life Tributes Funeral Home (Spencer, Clark Co., WI) 7/20/2024

Wucherpfennig, Glenn Howard (14 December 1943 – 18 July 2024)

Glenn H. Wucherpfennig left this world on July 18, 2024, with the same grace and humor with which he lived his life.

Born on December 14, 1943, in the Town of Frankfort, Wisconsin, Glenn's journey through life took him from the fields of his hometown to the hearts of many in Marshfield, Wisconsin, where he took his final bow.

Glenn was known for his ability to fix just about anything mechanical that dared to break. He enjoyed camping, fishing, playing cards, going to the casino, restoring old cars, fixing lawnmowers, creating unique bird feeders or just plain tinkering in the garage.

Glenn cherished his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His marriage to Shirley Yeager, though it ended in divorce, blessed him with three children. Glenn later married Debra Eckes with whom he shared his life since May 3, 2002.

As a father to Renee (Jerome) Meacham of Marshfield, Quint Wucherpfennig of Fountain City, Shane (Angie) Wucherpfennig of Spencer, and Casey (Kim) Foss of Richfield, MN, Glenn liked to tell stories and reminisce about the past. His grandchildren— Corrine (Aaric), Katie (Casey), Cullen, Dylan, Dawson, Lexus, Ian, Isaac, Autumn, Miles, Cilicia and Judson, along with great-grandchildren Waiks and Laiken, were his pride and joy.

Glenn's siblings, Walter (Eileen) Wucherpfennig of Marshfield, David (Nancy) Wucherpfennig of Loyal, Lenora Williams of Marshfield, Lucille Bauer of Marshfield, and Lois Aumann of Loyal, along with brothers-in-law Ron (Mary) Eckes of Marshfield and Garry (Leanne Hildebrandt) Eckes of Crossville, TN, survive him. His canine companion, Toby, was his loyal sidekick, always ready for a treat or a nap, whichever came first.

Glenn’s career included working at Skelly Service Station, Windy Hill Foliage, and numerous trucking companies.

Glenn was the kind of guy who could strike up a conversation with anyone anywhere.

Glenn was predeceased by his parents, Reinhold and Martha Wucherpfennig, his sister Carol Sandley, his brother Marvin Wucherpfennig, and brothers-in-law James Bauer, Vic Sandley, Les Williams, and Henry Aumann.

Glenn's arrangements are under the care of Life Tributes Funeral Home-Spencer. To share a memory or offer condolences, please visit www.lifetributesfuneralhome.com. 

A gathering to celebrate Glenn's life will be held on Thursday, July 25, 2024, from 4 pm to 7 pm at Life Tributes Funeral Home in Spencer. Come with your best Glenn stories, because you know he would want us to keep the laughter going.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Glenn, please visit our floral store.

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Obit: Jarocki, Peter (1910? – 1976)

Transcriber: Stan

Surnames: Jarocki

---Source: Thorp Courier (23 Sep 1976)

Jarocki, Peter (1910? – 18 Sep 1976)

Peter Jarocki, 66, died Saturday morning, September 18, 1976 at Victory Memorial Hospital, Stanley.

Funeral services were held Tuesday morning, September 21 at St. Mary’s Polish National Catholic Cemetery, Lublin, at 10:30 a.m. Burial was made in the Parish Cemetery.

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Obit: Janowski, Carolyn R. (1957? – 1976)

Transcriber: Stan

Surnames: Janowski, Grabowski

---Source: Thorp Courier (23 Sep 1976)

Janowski, Carolyn R. (1957? – 20 Sep 1976)

Carolyn Rose Janowski, 19, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Janowski, Palatine, Illinois, died Monday afternoon, September 20, 1976.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, September 23 at Palatine, Illinois.

Mrs. Joseph Janowski is the former Amelia Grabowski of Thorp.

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Bio: Hermsen, Renee – Enters Beauty School (Sep 1976)

Transcriber: Stan

Surnames: Hermsen

---Source: Thorp Courier (23 Sep 1976)

Miss Renee Hermsen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hermsen, 307 W. Main Street, Thorp, has entered the Eau Claire City College of Cosmetology.

Renee graduated from Thorp High School in May 1976.

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Bio: Mizerka, John – Acting Beloit Police Dept. Chief (Oct 1976)

Transcriber: Stan

Surnames: Mizerka, Helser. Amend

---Source: Thorp Courier (30 Sep 1976)

A Thorp native will head the Beloit Police Department for the next few months until a replacement can be found for resigning Police Chief Roger Helser, who leaves the Beloit force October 1, 1976.

Inspector John Mizerka, 32, son of Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Mizerka of Route 2, Thorp, was named acting chief by the Beloit Police and Fire Commission to replace Helser.

A 1962 graduate of Thorp High School, Mizerka joined the Beloit Police Department in April of 1965 and was promoted to sergeant in September of 1969. He was made captain in October 1971 and inspector in 1972.

Commission president, John Amend, said the main reason for appointing Mizerka was his supervision of 80 percent of the forces’ sworn officers for over three years. He also acted as chief when Helser was absent.

Helser resigned in the midst of a morale problem that has plagued the department for over a year.

Mizerka’s primary responsibility will be to see that department operation is effectively carried out.

Mizerka said he expects everyone in the department will be happy, but he doesn’t think there would be any big problems. The selection of Mizerka, Amend said, will involve the least disruption of the department of the five candidates interviewed.

“We expect Mizerka to see all established policies are adhered to, and expect nothing less than full cooperation from all members of the department,” he said.

The commission will begin the process of selecting a full-time chief sometime next week. Amend said he expects the search to extend beyond the end of the year.