Eugene B. Webster, age 70 of Zoar, passed away Friday, July 30, 2010 at his home. Born on March 16, 1940 in Keshena, he was the son of the late Washington E. and Irene M. (Pierce) Webster. On October 1, 1960 he was united in marriage to Karen Lyons at the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit. Eugene worked as a millwright for Menominee Tribal Enterprise in Neopit. He was also a police officer and EMT with the Menominee Tribal Police and was the Volunteer Fire Chief. In his free time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cribbage, and going to bingo. In his earlier years, he also enjoyed boxing and wrestling.

Eugene is survived by: his wife of 49 years, Karen; 9 children, Eugene (Kathy) Webster of Green Bay, Karolin (John) Awonohopay of Zoar, Margaret (Joey) Awonohopay of Zoar, David Webster of Zoar, Bernard Webster of Zoar, Shane (Jess) Webster of Mole Lake, Scott Webster of Zoar, Donna (special friend, Ernie Wayka) Webster of Keshena, Tiana Wayka of Neopit; 26 grandchildren, Evan, Erin, Paul, Ryan, Brandon (Sami), Brittany, Brennon, Mike, Joey, Sammy, Eliza, Maria, Bernard Jr., Darrell, Ashaylex, Shalynn, Isaac, Natalie, Xsavior, Anik, Scott Jr., Kendra, Shuniqua, Makenzie, Earl, Kallie and 2 babies on the way; 2 great-grandchildren; 1 brother, Louis Webster of Green Bay; and 3 sisters, Donna Franklin of Green Bay, Roberta (Brodie) Young of Green Bay and Regina Webster of Keshena.

Eugene was preceded in death by: a daughter in infancy; his parents, Felix and Irene Webster; 3 brothers, Eli, Louis and Clarence Webster; and a sister, Eleanor Barnes.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at the St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Neopit with the Rev. David Kiefer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call at the Zoar Ceremonial Building after 3pm on Saturday until the procession leaves for the church on Tuesday. A Parish Wake Service will be held at the ceremonial building on Monday at 7pm. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Marie Dey Berdoll, age 95, of Gresham, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010 at a local nursing home. Born on May 1, 1915, in Clintonville, she was the daughter of the late William and Helena (Schultz) Schwenke. On August 25, 1932 Marie was united in marriage to August E. Dey, Jr. The couple had three children and farmed in the Town of Herman. August preceded her in death on June 5, 1974. On August 2, 1980 Marie married Conrad H. Berdoll, he preceded her in death on May 17, 2002. She was a member of Elias Lutheran Church and taught Sunday school for 14 years. She had worked at Maple Lane Health Care Facility for ten years.

Marie is survived by: three children, Elizabeth (Otto) Giese of Bowler, Marlin (Darlene) Dey of Gresham, and Vernon (Delores) Dey of Gillett; 9 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and 2 step great-grandchildren. She is further survived by one brother, Lyle (Selma) Schwenke of Shawano.

She was preceded in death by; her 2 husbands, her parents, one sister, and one grandchild.

Funeral services will be held Monday, August 2, 2010 at 11:00 am at the Elias Lutheran church in the Town of Herman with Rev. Doug Heling officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the Swedberg funeral home in Gresham on Sunday from 4-7pm and again on Monday at the church from 10 am until the time of services.

Mary Louise Bjelland, age 59 of Shawano, passed away Thursday, July 29, 2010 in Appleton, WI. Born on July 16, 1951 in Anamosa, IA, she was the daughter of the late Willard and Verna (Woods) Hoyman. On June 3, 1973 she was united in marriage to Tom Bjelland in Olin, IA. Mary worked as a dietician at the Stockbridge Munsee Health Clinic. She was a member of the Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano where she was a Sunday school teacher. Mary was also a longtime 4-H Leader. In her free time she enjoyed gardening and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Mary is survived by: her husband of 37 years, Tom; 4 children, Matt (Kim) Bjelland of Gillett, Joe (Nikki) Bjelland of Lino Lakes, MN, Jenny (Brian) Hanson of Shawano, Doug Bjelland of Madison; 3 grandchildren, Thayne, Bradin, Caylee; and a brother, George Hoyman of Madison.

Mary was preceded in death by: her parents; and her step mom, Eva.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 2, 2010 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Dennis Nelson officiating. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Emmons, MN. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Sunday from 4-8pm and at the church on Monday after 10am until the time of the service.

Madeline LaRock, age 77, of Keshena, passed away Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at home surrounded by her family. Born June 26, 1933, in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth (Tomow) Caldwell. Madeline lived in the Keshena and West Branch area all her life. On July 9, 1960, in Keshena, Madeline was united in marriage to William LaRock who preceded her in death on March 25, 2000. Madeline enjoyed watching the birds, riding in the woods and watching her grandchildren play.

Surviving Madeline are her children: Sylvester (Mary) Caldwell, Stevens Point; Clifford LaRock, Keshena; Allen (Beana) LaRock, Keshena; Mary (Dean) Peters, Neopit; Harold (special friend Sadie Cornelius) LaRock, Keshena; Carol (Werner) Webster, Shawano; and Billy Joe LaRock, Keshena. She is further survived by 28 grandchildren, several great grandchildren as well as nieces and nephews; and a sister-in-law, Jeanine LaRock of Green Bay.

Madeline was preceded in death by: her parents, her husband William, her sons Big Bill Blisterfelt, Kenney Simpson and Wilmer LaRock and her daughter Debbie Caldwell. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Sylvester Thomas Caldwell, Luke Johnson Caldwell and Frank Caldwell Sr., her sisters Ida Marie Shawanomitta and Mary Jane Caldwell.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, July 31, 2010 at the St. Michaels Catholic Church, Keshena, with the Rev. Robert Rank officiating. Burial will be in Rest Haven Cemetery in Keshena. Family and friends may call at Madeline’s home located at N1648 State Highway 55 in Keshena after 6:00pm on Thursday until the procession leaves for church at 10:30am on Saturday. A parish wake service will be held at the house at 6:30pm, Friday.

Clinton E. Koenig, age 85 of Shawano, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at local nursing home. Born on March 27, 1925 in the Town of How, Oconto County, he was the son of the late Gust and Anna (Heinrich) Koenig. Clinton was a Veteran of the United States Navy and served his county during World War II. On May 5, 1951 he was united in marriage to Ruth V. Reichwald in Gillett. After retiring the couple moved to the Shawano area and had lived here for the past 20 years. He was a member of Divine Savior Ev. Lutheran Church and the Golden Kiwanis Club. In his free time, Clinton enjoyed dancing, playing cards and reading.

Clinton is survived by: his wife of 59 years, Ruth; 3 children, Marilyn (Phil) Milazzo of Oconomowoc, Audrey (special friend, John) Buelow of Delavan, Jim (Laura) Koenig of Gillett; 7 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Orland (Emma) Koenig of Cecil, Clifford (Marie) Kolberg of Madison; a sister, Alvinia Coonan of King; and a sister-in-law, Lydia Kolberg of New Holstein.

Clinton was preceded in death by: a grandson; his parents; 3 brothers; and a sister.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 30, 2010 at the Divines Savior Ev. Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. James Naumann officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday after 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. A memorial fund has been established. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Born on January 23, 2001, Dante Kyle Miller, age 9, went home to his creator Monday morning, July 26, 2010 at his home. He is the son of Amanda Miller and Henry Kitson. Dante was a third grade student at Bowler School. He enjoyed swimming, baseball, bike riding, watching Sponge Bob and playing video games. Dante loved to eat; his favorite foods were potato salad, taco salad, chocolate and brats.

Dante is survived by: his parents, Amanda and Henry; sister, Sally; grandparents, Sherri Malone (Butch Kitson), Robert (Linda) Miller; great-grandparents, Sheldon and Joanne Malone, Lenore Miller; special aunts, Sarah, Joanna, Anita Connahvichnah; special uncles, Warren (Markie) Miller, Travis (Sherri) Miller; cousins, Anton, Kevin, Sydney, Gavin, Nikali and Erica. He is further survived by: great aunts and uncles, Scott (Kelley), Steve (Twila), Chris (Candi), Cathy (Allen), Clint, Stacey, Terri (Doug), Donna (Rich), Bill (Renee), Cheri (Benny), Kit-Kat Kitson, Sherry (Kevin); special auntie and uncles, Sue and Lee Miller, Michelle and Shan; cousins, Ami (Jody), Courtney, Ally, Joe, Kiera, Nathaniel, Kristen, Wambli, Kallissa and numerous others; special friends, Desmond, Justice, Ezra, Laine, Landon, Saychia, Wita, Kayli, Ramsey, Wekka, Desahn, Rolanda and Danny, Sheena and Adam, Sara Putnam and Shirley Metoxin.

He is preceded in death by a great-grandfather, Bill Miller and great-grandmother, Dorothy Kitson.

Funeral services will be held at the Robert Miller home, W13389 Cherry St. in Bowler, with Donnie Dowe and Melinda Shriner officiating. Visitation will be at the family residence after 3pm on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 until 12noon on Thursday. Swedberg Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

Betty Jane (Remane) Fisher, 73, died on Saturday, July 24, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. She was born June 14, 1937, to the late August and Freida Remane, and raised in Marinette, WI. She graduated from Marinette High School in 1956. She worked at Woolworth's until her marriage to Floyd F Fisher in 1963. They were blessed with two children, VickieMarie (Jerry) Cloutier and Micheal Stewart John Fisher. After their divorce, she moved back home to Marinette and worked for 27 years as a housekeeper at Larsen Memorial Nursing Home in Peshtigo, which later became Whispering Oaks, before retiring.

She is survived by her daughter, grandchildren, Stephanie Cloutier of Madison, Melanie Kay Cloutier of Middleton, and Anthony James Cloutier of Marinette, Nathen Landers and Abigail Fisher, sister Beatrice Remane of Marinette, nieces Karen Johnson of Marinette & Connie Kennedy of Howard, Scott (Julie) Davis of Sturgeon Bay, Glenna (Erik) Davis-Neff of St. Germain, Sherri (Bill) Cornelius of Kansas, Sarah & Sonia Fisher-Dobbin of Australia.

She was preceded in death by her son, Micheal Stewart John Fisher, her parents, her brother Robert 'Bobby' Remane, and her sister Barbara Forstrom.

A memorial service will be held at the First Trinity Lutheran Church, 920 Wells St., Marinette, WI, at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 30, 2010, with fellowship to follow.

Frederic C. “Fritz” Eberlein, age 91 of Shawano, passed away Saturday, July 22, 2010 at a local nursing home. Born on January 25, 1919 in Shawano, he was the son of the late Laura (Rather) Eberlein and the late Honorable Michael Gustave Eberlein. Fritz graduated from Shawano High School in 1936 and from St. Norbert College in DePere in 1940 where he was a member of the Honorary Speech Fraternity, Phi Kappa Delta. He furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin Law School from 1940-1942, at which time his education was interrupted by World War II. He entered the United States Army and served for two years in the South Pacific, in both New Guinea and New Caledonia. On October 22, 1945 he was honorably discharged from service and returned to law school in Madison. In May of the following year he was awarded his law degree and was a member of the Honorary Legal Fraternity, Phi Delta Phi. By the end of that same year, Fritz was admitted to the Wisconsin Bar and had joined the law firm of Eberlein & Eberlein in Shawano. He maintained his practice in Shawano until his retirement in 1984. Fritz had also served as the Shawano County District Attorney from 1953-1963. He loved golf, was an avid reader and was a classical music and opera enthusiast. Fritz enjoyed engaging in political discussions with his Bultz Bakery group and was active in the Shawano Rotary Club, having served as President. He and Elizabeth were passionate about their travels, having traveled extensively throughout the world. Fritz was also a Green Bay Packer fan and was a season ticket holder for over 40 years.

Fritz is survived by his wife of 65 years, Elizabeth (Zimmer) Eberlein. The couple met at Shawano Lake in 1937 where she was visiting with friends. They were married on March 17, 1945 in Chicago. Fritz is further survived by: his daughter and son-in-law, Elizabeth and Ian Redpath of East Amherst, NY; 3 grandchildren, Eric Redpath of Tampa, FL, Bridget Redpath Thompson of Wesley Chapel, LF, Lauren Redpath of Buffalo, NY; a great-grandchild, Ainsley Thompson of Wesley Chapel, FL; a sister-in-law, Joanne Eberlein the wife of the late Judge Michael G. Eberlein; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Fritz was preceded in death by: his parents; and 5 siblings, Judge Michael Eberlein; Dr. William Eberlein, Robert Eberlein, Dr. Walter Eberlein; and Margaret Eberlein Volkman.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 28, 2010 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with the Rev. Len Evers officiating. Burial will be at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Tuesday from 5-7 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday after 10 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Fritz’s memory with the Shawano Community Hospice, 309 N. Bartlette Street, Shawano, WI 54166.

The family would like to express their sincere thanks for the exceptional care that Fritz received while at the Evergreen Health Care Center and the added support of the Shawano Community Hospice.

Charlotte Rose Tahlier, age 82 of Shawano, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010 in Appleton. Born on September 23, 1927 in Wausau, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Zelda (Scharmer) Pregont. After graduating from Wausau High School in 1945, Charlotte when on to graduate from the Bellin School of Nursing in 1948 and was a member of the Cadet Nursing Corps. On June 11, 1949 she was united in marriage to Eugene Tahlier in Green Bay. Charlotte worked in many areas of the nursing field, starting with a career in the OB/GYN at Bellin Hospital in Green Bay. In 1987 she retired from nursing after serving as the Director of Nursing for many years at the Evergreen Nursing Home in Shawano. In her leisure time, Charlotte enjoyed playing bridge, watching movies especially musicals, working in her garden and spending time with her family especially her grandkids and her two “furry kids”, Sadie and Molly.

Charlotte is survived by: her husband of 61 years, Eugene; a daughter, Barbara (Kenneth) Zwickey of Amherst Junction; 2 sons, Thomas (Cathy) Tahlier of Newberry, FL, John (Lynn) Tahlier of Sun Prairie; “adopted” sons, Jim (Linda) Newcomb of Ripon, Joel (Nada) Newcomb of Neenah; 5 grandkids, James and John Tahlier of FL, Emily, Abigail and Alivia Tahlier of Sun Prairie; sisters-in-law, Lois (Irvin) Lindsten of St. Helens, OR, Donna (Robert) Neu of Lakewood; and several nieces and nephews.

Charlotte was preceded in death by: her mother, Zelda; a sister and brother-in-law, Shirley (Ron) Kropla; and a sister-in-law, Elaine (Cleon) McAllister.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with the Rev. Len Evers officiating. Entombment will be in the Sacred Heart Mausoleum. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Monday from 4-7 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday after 10 a.m. until the time of the service.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the nursing staff at Appleton Medical Center, ThedaCare at Home Hospice and Shawano Community Hospice for the care they provided during this difficult time.

Lois M. Scott, age 86 of Breed, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2010 at her home. Born on May 9, 1924 in Breed, she was the daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Gardebrecht) Kebschull. On July 31, 1940 she was united in marriage to Wesley Warren Scott in Suring. The couple lived most of their married life in the Chicago area before retiring to Breed in 1975. Wesley preceded her in death on September 8, 1983. Lois was a member of the Emanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Breed. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting, baking, going to church and spending time with her family.

Lois is survived by: 6 children, Geraldine (Gerald) Quandt of Green Bay, Patricia (H.C.) Harper of Breed, Jane Reaves of Kingston, IL, Carol (Jessie) Reaves of Creal Springs, IL, Al (Pat) Scott of Abdingdon, VA, Mary (Dave) Winder of Matteson, IL; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren; and a sister, Jean Robenhorst of Breed.

Lois was preceded in death by: her husband, Wesley; a son-in-law, Benjamin Reaves; her parents; a sister, Myrtle Penkoske; a brother, Ervin Kebschull; and a brother-in-law, Herbert Robenhorst.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 25, 2010 at the Emanuel Ev. Lutheran Church in Breed with the Rev. Paul Scheunemann officiating. Burial will be in the Breed Cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Sunday after 12 noon until the time of the service. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors and hospice nurses for their compassionate care.

Jean A. Fritz, age 57 of Cecil, passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2010 in Green Bay. Born on December 23, 1952 in Shawano, she was the daughter of the late Dewey and Irene (Buettner) Fritz. Jean lived most of her life in the Cecil area and worked as a beautician. For the past twenty-five years, she had battled with Multiple Sclerosis and for the past year had also battled cancer. Jean’s greatest joy in life was helping to raise her two beloved nephews, Nicholas and Lucas. She also enjoyed taking a ride on the Harley with Jack using the special wheelchair attachment and also liked to go fishing in her free time. Jean was a member of the St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano.

Jean is survived by: her significant other, Jack Schneider; 1 brother, Douglas Fritz of Bonduel; 1 sister, Jolene (Steve) Capelle of Bonduel; and 2 nephews, Nicholas and Lucas Capelle.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at the St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Fred Zimmermann officiating. Inurnment will be in the Lake Drive Cemetery in the Town of Wescott. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg-Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel on Monday from 4-8pm and at the church on Tuesday after 10am until the time of the service.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Jean’s caregivers, Mary Lakowski and Sandy Dordel.

Alma E. “Liz” Modine, age 80 of Shawano, formerly of Bloomington, IL, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2010 at a local nursing home. Born on May 23, 1930 in Bloomington, IL, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Alma (Munson) Modine. Alma graduated from Bloomington High School in 1948 and later worked for UPS. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Bloomington.

Alma is survived by: 2 nephews, Richard (Helen) Modine of Bloomington, IL, Jim (Jan) Modine of Hudson, IL; a cousin, Marge DuChesne of Shawano; and 3 second cousins, Mike (Uli) DuChesne of Shawano, Mark (Sandy) DuChesne of Shawano and Marsha Cooper of Cecil.

Alma was preceded in death by: her parents; a brother; and 2 half sisters.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, July 26, 2010 at the Park Hill Cemetery in Bloomington, IL with the Revs. William and Arla Morse officiating. The Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano assisted with the arrangements.

Craig L. Seignemartin, age 57 of the Town of Wescott, passed away Sunday, July 18, 2010 at his home. Born on January 12, 1953 in Milwaukee, he was the son of the late Roy and Clara (Hoeffs) Seignemartin. Craig was a graduate of the Bayview High School in Milwaukee. After graduation, he continued to live in the Milwaukee area until about a year ago when he moved to the Shawano area. Craig enjoyed music and playing the guitar.

Craig is survived by: 2 brothers, John (Roriko) Seignemartin of Navarre, FL, Dennis Seignemartin of Shawano; a sister, Rev. Candace (Rev. Mike) Ascher of Shawano; and several nieces and nephews.

Craig was preceded in death by: his parents; and a brother, Donald.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, July 23, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Shawano with the Rev. Domnik Israel officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday after 10am until the time of the service. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Larry Paul Buss, age 48 of the Town of Grant, Tigerton, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend passed away suddenly at his home on Saturday, July 17, 2010. Born on November 16, 1961 in Tigerton he was the son of Audrey (Damrau) and the late Lee Buss. He was a graduate of the Tigerton High School, Class of 1979 and had farmed in the Town of Grant with his father, worked at Welch Fire Apparatus and for the past 20+ years was an assemblyman at H & S - Steinberg Mfg of Embarrass. He married Debbie Rosenow on September 3, 1994 at Peace Lutheran Church in Tilleda. He loved his hobby farm, deer hunting with the gang at Henselin’s and especially loved being with his grandkids. He is best known for his hard work ethic, his mathematical skills and his humor. Many remember his Betsy story and no matter how many times you heard it, you laughed even harder. He enjoyed woodworking projects in his free time. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Caroline and was a past member of the church council serving as an elder. He was a past member of the Tigerton FFA Alumni, a member of the Tigerton School Board for 10 years and loved to travel, being referred to as Mr. Wisconsin. The last few years he began to garden more and was proud of his peppers, pickles and zucchini. He was very active in and later was a leader of the Caroline Aces 4-H club. He took pride in the kids with their swine and cake projects. He enjoyed life to the fullest. Every Christmas he wrote a prayer telling of events in the past year.

Larry is survived by: his wife, Debbie, children; Ashley Buss of Tigerton, Amber Buss of Marion, Chris (Missi) Rosenow of Marion, Eric (fiancé Jackie Fontanette) Rosenow of Madison, Kyle (special friend Tiffany) Rosenow of Marion, grandchildren; Presley, Cole, Kade and Kailey Rosenow and Cohen Buss, his mother and step father; Audrey and Dale Braun of Marion, brothers; Lorne (Patti) Buss and their children Brent and Lindsey of Tigerton, Lon (Debbie) Buss and their children Marie and Melissa of DeForest and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Lee Buss.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 21, 2010 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Caroline with Rev. Vilas E. Mazemke officiating. Burial will be in the Union Cemetery, Tigerton. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home, Shawano from 4 to 8 PM on Tuesday and then at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 am until the time of the service.

Aaron J. Kessen, age 23 of Oshkosh passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2010 as a result of an accident in Oshkosh. Born on May 11, 1987 in Oshkosh, he was the son of Laurel (Pulver) and the late Robert Kessen. He attended Oshkosh North High School and for the last 7 years was employed at Kentucky Fried Chicken in Oshkosh and now in Menasha. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, riding bicycle, camping and walking. He was generous and hard working, caring person who was always willing to help anyone at anytime. He always made time for his family and friends and had many jokes to tell his friends. Aaron was blessed one year ago when his beautiful daughter, Payton, was born. She lit up his life and he was a proud, loving and caring father who she will miss.
Aaron is survived by: his daughter: Payton, his mother, Laurel Phillips, siblings; Corinne Phillips, Chad (fiancé Kelly Boening) Phillips, Curt (Lexi Koshak) Phillips, Amber (Andy Dunn) Kessen, Courtney Kessen, his stepmother, Tracy Kessen, step grandparents and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Aaron also had a few very close friends that he considered his brothers; Bill Owens, Curtis Zarling, Mike Bradley, Dan Monday and Chuebs and many other friends. Aaron will be deeply missed and always in our hearts. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert J. Kessen and his grandparents.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on Friday, July 16, 2010 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Neopit with Rev. David Kiefer officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call at the church on Friday from 10am until the time of the service

Howard L. Petrich, age 72 of Gillett, formerly of Gresham, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2010, in Shawano. Born on October 14, 1937 in the Town of Red Springs, he was the son of the late Jule and Meta (Duwe) Petrich. Howard was a resident of the Town of Red Springs most of his life, where he worked as a dairy farmer. In his free time his hobbies included airplanes, flashlights, and transistor radios. Howard was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church in Morgan Siding.

Howard is survived by: 3 sisters, Delores Bucholtz of Gresham, Darlene Reif also of Gresham, and Dorothy Bucholtz of Milwaukee; 3 brothers, Merlin (Pat) Petrich of Gillett, Leon (Jill) Petrich of Aniwa, and Floyd (Rosie) Petrich of Gresham; he is further survived by several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Howard was preceded in death by his parents and 4 sisters.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 16, 2010 at the Swedberg funeral home in Gresham with Rev. Roy Rinehard officiating. Family and friends may call at the funeral home on Thursday, July 15, 2010 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services. Burial will be in Gresham Public Cemetery.

Mary Lucille Seide, age 73 of Wittenberg, formerly of Shawano, passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010 in Wittenberg. Born on March 30, 1937 in Elderon, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Myrtle (Matson) Brooks. On February 13, 1960 she was united in marriage to Robert J. Seide in Chicago, IL. Robert preceded her in death on August 5, 1978. Mary was a member of the St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano and the Tabitha.

Mary is survived by a son, Robert (Susan) Seide of Clintonville.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Robert; a son, James; her parents; 3 brothers; and 2 sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Thursday, July 15, 2010 at the St. James Lutheran Church in Shawano with the Rev. Ronald Raddatz officiating. Burial will be in the Woodlawn Cemetery in Shawano. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Wednesday from 5-7pm and at the church on Thursday after 10am until the time of the service. A memorial fund has been established for the St. James Lutheran Church.

George F. Cobb, age 83 of Keshena, passed Sunday, July 11, 2010 in Appleton. Born on January 17, 1927 in Milwaukee, he was the son of the late John and Mildred (Meyer) Cobb. George was a veteran of the United States Army Air Force who served his country during World War II. On June 2, 1951 he was united in marriage to Nancy Woppert in Milwaukee. Together the couple continued living in the Milwaukee area where George worked as an engineer. He was active in the Congregational Church and with the Kiwanis Club of South Milwaukee. The couple later moved to the Legend Lake area where George served on the board and became president of the Legend Lake Property Association. George was also an active member of the First Presbyterian Church and was on the Kids Klub Board of Directors. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with his family and working on their home.

George is survived by: his wife of 59 years, Nancy; 3 sons, Dan (JoAnne) Cobb of Hayward, James (Patty) Cobb of West Bend, John Cobb of Milwaukee; 5 grandchildren, Julie, Jenny, Brian, Kelly, Shannon; a great-granddaughter, Neveah; and 2 brothers, Chuck Cobb of AR and Roger (Barbara) Cobb of Dallas, TX.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at the First Presbyterian Church in Shawano with the Rev. Susan Phillips officiating. Family and friends may call at the church on Wednesday after 10am until the time of the service. A memorial fund has been established for the First Presbyterian Church of Shawano. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Rudolph A. Patzer, age 97, of Shawano passed away Sunday, July 11, 2010 at a local nursing home. Born April 7, 1913, he was the son of the late Emel and Althelia (Bache) Patzer. Rudolph lived in the town of Waukechon for 30 years with Clif and Eileen Elertson. He enjoyed taking walks down to the river, cats and bird watching. Rudolph was a member of Zion Lutheran Church.

He is survived by a sister in law, Georgia Patzer, Two Rivers, brother in law, Gerhardt Benz, Aniwa, several nieces and nephews and special friends, Maynard Baake, Clif and Eileen Elertson.

Rudolph is preceded in death by his parents, one sister and four brothers.

Funeral service will be held at 1:30pm on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at the Zion Lutheran Church, Shawano, with the Rev. Peter L. Sherven officiating. Family and friends may call at the church on Wednesday after 12:30pm, until the time of service. Burial will be in Woodlawn cemetery.

Frances L. Gordon, age 81, of Shawano, passed away Saturday, July 10, 2010 at her home. Born on June 30, 1929 in Keshena, she was the daughter of the late George A. and Virginia (Olson) Long. On October 17, 1956 Frances was united in marriage to Charles L. Gordon in Shawano. The couple has lived in Shawano since 1969. Frances was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, The Eagles Club and Challenge of the Outdoors.

Frances is survived by: her husband of 53 years, Charles; children; Janet Dahl, Shawano, Kathleen Rodrieguez, Green Bay, Glenda (Larry) Marquette, Shawano, Margaret Gordon, Shawano, Charles (Jan) Gordon Jr., Shawano, Shelly (Chris) Kraly, West Bend. Francis is further survived by: several grandchildren including Tracy (Tammy) Wassenberg, Patrick (Karen) Wassenberg, Charles Gordon III, Jamie Brady, and great grandchildren as well as brother Leroy (Rose) Long, Keshena and sister Rose Mary (Willard) Klein, Shawano and several nieces and nephews.

Frances is preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, Leo and Donald Long.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 14, 2010 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with Rev. David Barrett officiating. Family and friends may call at the Swedberg Funeral Home after 4:00 pm until 8:00pm, Tuesday, July 13, 2010. A Parish Wake Service will be held at the funeral home at 7:00 pm, Tuesday. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 am, until the time of service on Wednesday. Entombment will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements.