LaVerne Maeuser

LaVerne Maeuser, 69, of Cleveland, passed away Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at St. Nicholas Hospital.  Laverne was born November 11, 1943 in Sheboygan to Alvina (Hinz) Handrow and the late Raymond Handrow.  She graduated from Howards Grove High School in 1961.  On June 2, 1962, she married Eugene Maeuser at St. John’s United Church of Christ, Sheboygan. They celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2012.  On her 20th birthday, she was blessed with the birth of her first daughter, Lori Ann.  They always enjoyed their mutual birthday greeting on that day.  Her next blessing, Sandra Jean, arrived three years later. 

She was previously employed by Wigwam Mills, Murphy’s and Prange Way.  She retired from her work outside of the home and became a full-time grandma.  She lovingly cared for all of her grandchildren and other children who became very special to her. LaVerne was her grandchildren’s greatest fan on the sidelines of football, baseball and soccer games. She taught Sunday School while her children were growing up.

Most recently, she enjoyed spending time with the children at Cleveland Elementary School through the Partners in Reading Program. LaVerne cherished the hugs and warm greetings from all the children she read with.  She enjoyed her monthly luncheons with the Cleveland Red Hatters.  She blessed many family and friends with her beautiful works of art in cross stitch. 

In addition to her husband, Eugene, survivors include two daughters, Lori (William) Roelse and Sandy (Larry) Perronne;  six grandchildren, Andrew and Nathan Roelse, Alex, Abbey, Alyssa and Emma Perronne, all of Cleveland; her mother, Alvina Handrow; one sister, LouAnn (Fred) Engelhardt, Sheboygan; sister-in-law, Jeanette Meinnert; brother-in-law, Carl (Judy) Maeuser.  She is further survived by nieces, nephews and friends.

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by an infant son, Timothy and a grandson, Matthew Roelse.

A funeral service for LaVerne will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Church of Christ, (W1307 Orchard Road, Town Mosel) with the Rev. William Kesting officiating.  Friends may call on Sunday, at the church, from 3:00 p.m. until the time of service.  Interment will be in the St. Mark’s United Church of Christ Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established in her name.

The family would like to thank the staff of Matthews Oncology, Dr. David Haller and the staff of the Emergency Department and ICU at St. Nicholas Hospital for their loving care.

Marion Ruth Wunsch

Marion Ruth Wunsch, 89, of Sheboygan Falls, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at Pine Haven Christian Home.

Marion was born on January 21, 1924, daughter of Walter and Marie (Wallschlaeger) Ochs.  She grew up in the Town of Herman, graduating from Howards Grove High School in 1942.  On June 10, 1944, she married Alfred Wunsch at her home. The couple spent their entire working lives farming in the Town of Sheboygan Falls.

Marion was a member of First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan.  Together with Alfred they started the “VIL”, Very Important Lutheran.  Marion was a member of the Homemakers Club.  She enjoyed traveling, gardening, sewing, and loved her family.  Marion will be remembered for her kind-heartedness and generosity.

Marion is survived by one son, Roger Wunsch of Sheboygan Falls; one daughter, Charlotte (Michael) Lehman of Jefferson, WI; two grandchildren, Robert Lehman of Fort Atkinson and Richard (Amy) Lehman of Muskego; two great-grandsons, Brady and Bennett Lehman of Muskego; one sister, Margaret (Wallace) Born of Howards Grove; nephews, John (Sue) Born of Town of Herman, David and Daniel Born, both of Howards Grove; and a niece, Elizabeth (David) Haag of Plymouth.  Marion is also survived by a grand-nephew, Bradley of Howards Grove and a grand-niece, Melissa of Town of Herman, and her special neighbors, Rohde’s, Thomas’, and Rotter’s.

Marion was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 58 years, Alfred in 2002, her infant son, Allan in 1950, and an infant great-granddaughter, Miyah in 2006.

Funeral services to celebrate Marion’s life will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at First United Lutheran Church in Sheboygan with Rev. Todd Smith officiating.  Burial will take place in Wildwood Cemetery in Sheboygan.

Relatives and friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service.

A memorial fund has been established in Marion’s name for the National Federation for the Blind or Wisconsin Council for the Blind and Visually Impaired.

The family would like to gratefully acknowledge the staff of Pine Haven Christian Home in helping Marion through her last four and one-half years.

For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com.

The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home of Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting Marion’s family with arrangements.

Edith M. VerGowe

Edith M. VerGowe, 83, of Gibbsville, passed away on Wednesday morning, May 15, 2013, at Pine Haven Christian Home in Sheboygan Falls.

Edith was born on November 30, 1929, in the Town of Lima, daughter of John Sr. and Ella (TeLindert) Damkot.  She was a 1947 graduate of Oostburg High School.  On June 30, 1948, she married Ellsworth VerGowe in Gibbsville.  Ellsworth passed away on December 25, 2009. 

Edith was a lifelong member of Gibbsville Reformed Church and the Bethany Circle. She was a Cub Scout leader and belonged to the Homemakers Club. Edith enjoyed crocheting and knitting, crafts, jig saw and word puzzles, playing cards, canning and baking, entertaining, playing piano and listening to hymns, and spending special times with her grandchildren.

Edith is survived by three daughters, Bev Dulmes of Hingham, Carol (Greg) Steindl of Oostburg, and Joan (Greg) Larson of Sheboygan; one son, Roger (Suzette) VerGowe of Howards Grove; eight grandchildren, Joe Steindl, Jacque Cavanaugh, Joe (Beckie) Cavanaugh, Jerica Cavanaugh, Joshua Larson, Sarah Larson, Brent VerGowe, and Nikki VerGowe; four great-grandchildren, Addilyn Cavanaugh, Alexandria, Alizae and Karsyn Steindl; one sister-in-law, Edith Damkot of Oostburg; nieces and nephews.

Edith was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 61 years, Ellsworth, son-in-law, Vonley Dulmes; three brothers, John Damkot, Clifford (Lillian) Damkot, and Wilmer (Dorothy) Mentink,

Funeral services to celebrate Edith’s life will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, May 20, 2013, at Gibbsville Reformed Church with Rev. John Ornee officiating. A family service will precede at 10:15 am in the choir room.  Burial will take place in Union Cemetery in the Town of Holland.

Relatives and friends may call at the Wenig Funeral Home in Oostburg on Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm, and at church, on Monday from 9:30 am until the time of the service at 10:30 am.

A memorial fund has been established in Edith’s name.

For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com.

The VerGowe family would like to extend their appreciation to the staffs at Pine Haven Christian Home and the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for the loving and dedicated care given to their mother and family.

The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home of Oostburg (920-564-2771) is assisting Edith’s family with arrangements.

Harold A. Schumacher

Harold A. Schumacher, 83, of Howards Grove, went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.  Harold was born on July 27, 1929 in the town of Sheboygan Falls, to the late Otto and Alma (Millert) Schumacher.

Harold married the former Mardell Machut on July 30, 1960 at St. John Lutheran Church in Plymouth. In 1961, the couple moved to the Schumacher Homestead farm in rural Sheboygan Falls, which was established in 1852. Mardell preceded Harold in death on April 10, 2013. 

Harold was employed by Richardson Brothers Company for over forty years.  His passion was working the family farm on his John Deere tractor.  He loved raising pigs and working the fields.  He cherished the time he spent with his wife, children and grandchildren.  Harold enjoyed bowling, dartball, playing Skat at Johnsonville and Sheepshead at family gatherings.  He was a lifetime member of St. Luke Lutheran Church, where he held many offices including president of the church council.  Harold was also an avid Packers fan.

Harold is survived by two sons; Gary of Howards Grove and Randy (Julie) of Hilbert, three daughters; Lavonne (Paul) Schroeder of Sheboygan, Jodi (Romeo Gomez) Ziegelbauer of Howards Grove and Stacy (Brian Reed) Schumacher of Two Rivers, ten grandchildren: Adam Schumacher, Bradley, Chris and Nick (Melissa) Schroeder, Hannah and Noah Schumacher, Tera, Cassie and Zach Ziegelbauer, Mariana Gomez, four great grandchildren, Sheldon, Marissa, Cameron and Dominic; three sisters, Dorothy Verhage of Sheboygan Falls,  Lorraine (Del) Crawford of San Jose, CA. and Darleen Rautmann of Sheboygan Falls; one sister-in-law Marlene Machut of Waukesha, as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mardell, a brother, Elton (Louise) Schumacher, an infant twin brother and three brothers-in-law, Ronald Rautmann, Richard Verhage and Donald Machut.

A funeral service will be conducted for Harold on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 11:00 am at St. Luke Lutheran Church, N6193 State Hwy 32, Sheboygan Falls. Reverend Elizabeth Jaeger, officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at Zimmer’s Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center, (Hwy 42 and Cty road JJ, Howards Grove) on Sunday from 4 until 7 pm and at the CHURCH on Monday from 10:00 am until the time of the service.

Memorial Funds have been established to St. Luke Church and the Sheboygan County Fair Association in the name of Harold A. Schumacher.

The family would like to thank the staff of Sunny Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center and the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for the loving care Harold received.

Martin P. Schulz

Martin Paul Schulz, age 90, of Sheboygan, died on Monday, May 13, 2013 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center.  He was born in Sheboygan on December 26, 1922, the son of the late Martin and Meta Schanglies Schulz. 

Martin attended local schools and graduated from Sheboygan North High School.  On October 19, 1946 Martin was united in marriage to Betty Krick at St. Paul’s Parsonage in Sheboygan. 

Martin was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving his country in World War II in the South Pacific, Okinawa.  He achieved the rank of Sergeant.  Martin was employed as a custodian with Sheboygan School District for over 30 years, retiring in 1988. He was a lifelong member of the Sheboygan Turners and taught gymnastics for many years.  Martin was also a current member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church.  He enjoyed gardening and fishing. 

Survivors include his wife, Betty; two sons, Steve (Judene) Schulz, of Valders, David (Sharon) Schulz, of La Crosse; five grandchildren, Alisha and Shane Schulz, both of Sheboygan, Austin Schulz, of Manitowoc, Jodi (Nathan) Kromke, Tyler (Lori) Schulz, both of La Crosse; six great-grandchildren, Lydia and Lana Kromke, Indigo, Ezra, Oliveanna and Wallace Schulz; and his sister, Mae Ann Wolff, of Sheboygan.  Martin is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister. 

A funeral service for Martin will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2013 at 12:00 P.M. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 1711 S. 11th St., Sheboygan with Rev. Helen A. Nickel officiating.  Family and friends may call at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service at 12:00 P.M.  Burial will take place at Lutheran Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established in Martin’s name.  Martin’s family would like to thank the staff at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Hospital for the compassion and care that was given to him. Online condolences may be expressed at www.reinboldfh.com.

Imogene I. Marks

Imogene I. Marks, 83, of Oostburg, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.

Imogene was born on August 2, 1929, in Sheboygan Falls, daughter of Bevelyn and Margaret (Storke) Darling.  She was a 1946 graduate of Sheboygan Central High School. On August 2, 1973, she married Thomas Marks in Las Vegas.  Thomas passed away on June 27, 1995.  Imogene was owner and operator of Imogene’s Cleaning Center in Sheboygan from 1962 until her retirement in 2004.

Imogene was a member of First Reformed Church in Oostburg and attended Hope Reformed Church in Sheboygan.  She was the first woman director and president of the Wisconsin Fabricare Institute and became the first woman to be inducted to the Fabricare Hall of Fame.  Imogene was a member of the Town & Country golf league.  She enjoyed gardening, gourmet cooking, golf, card playing, travel, working at Imogene’s, and spending time with her family and her cat, Josie.

Imogene is survived by her daughter, Nette Marks of Fort Myers, FL; her niece, Sue Zeier; three nephews, Mark (Val) Zeier, Scott Zeier and Robin, and Keith (Carol) Darling; and four great nieces and nephews, Todd (Lori) Zeier, Dawn (friend Kevin) Zeier, Ashley Zeier, and Kerry (Vicki) Darling.

Imogene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Thomas, one sister, Bernadine (Christ) Zeier, one brother, DuWayne (Dorothy) Darling, one nephew, Larry Zeier, and one great-nephew, Kevin Darling.

A memorial service to celebrate Imogene’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Hope Reformed Church in Sheboygan with Rev. Phil Rauwerdink and Rev. Brian Taylor co-officiating.  Inurnment will take place at Sunrise Memorial Gardens in the Town of Wilson.

Relatives and friends may call at the church from 10:00 am until the time of the service at 11:00 am.

A memorial fund has been established in Imogene’s name for Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice.

Imogene’s family would like to extend special thanks to Jason and all the staff at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice

For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com

The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home of Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting Imogene’s family with arrangements.

Jacquline M. Ewald

Jacquline “Jill” M. Ewald, 75, of Sheboygan Falls, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at Pine Haven Residential Center.

Jill was born on August 9, 1937, in Goodman, WI, daughter of Ralph and Leona (Fewless) Kelsey.  She was a 1955 graduate of Menominee High School in Menominee, MI.  On September 8, 1956, she married Lloyd J. Ewald in Menominee.  Lloyd passed away on July 15, 1994.  Jill was employed as a cook for Sheboygan Falls Middle School and High School for 20 years until her retirement in 1999.

Jill was a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Sheboygan Falls where she was active as a Sunday school teacher and past financial secretary for the finance committee and involved with the church youth groups and area cub scouts.  She enjoyed Bible studies, knitting, and crocheting. She loved her grandchildren and spending time with her family. Jill was involved in sponsoring two children from Haiti.  She was devoted to her faith through daily prayer.

Jill is survived by her two daughters, Cindy Hed of Sheboygan Falls and Penny (John) Willems of Kiel; her two sons, John Ewald of Sheboygan and Keith (Suzanne) Ewald of Sheboygan Falls and; 16 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one sister, Linda (Gary) Schick of Daggett, MI; three brothers, Jack (Donna) Kelsey of Neosho, WI, Robert Kelsey of Menominee, and David Kelsey of Menominee.  Jill is also survived by nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

Jill was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 38 years, Lloyd; one son, Scott Ewald; two sisters, Marian Polach and Joan Martin; and one brother, Bill Kelsey.

Funeral services to celebrate Jill’s life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at Faith United Methodist Church in Sheboygan Falls with Rev. Donald Drollinger officiating.  Burial will take place in Sheboygan Falls Cemetery.

Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, May 17, 2013, at the Wenig Funeral Home in Sheboygan Falls and one hour prior to the service Saturday at the church.

A memorial fund has been established in Jill’s name for Faith United Methodist Church.

For online condolences and additional information please visit www.wenigfuneralhome.com

The staff of the Wenig Funeral Home of Sheboygan Falls (920-467-3431) is assisting Jill’s family with arrangements.

Robert H. Damkot

Robert H. Damkot, age 76, of Sheboygan passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at St. Nicholas Hospital after a hard fought battle with cancer. Robert was born on August 28, 1936 in Gibbsville, a son of the late Harold and Evelyn (Jensema) Damkot.  He was a 1954 graduate of Oostburg High School and attended the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and the University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan.

Robert enlisted in the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict. He was united in marriage to Marilyn Kleinschmidt on January 13, 1962.  Robert and Marilyn were the proud parents of five children and ten grandchildren.  Robert was the owner and operator of the Damkot Tile Company, and his tile work can be seen at various businesses in the Sheboygan area, including the American Club, Sports Core, and St. Nicholas Hospital.

Robert enjoyed many activities over the years.  He was an avid golfer, bowler, and enthusiastic Brewer and Packer fan.  He played in numerous horseshoe leagues, enjoyed fishing, and watching NASCAR races.  He loved gardening and dancing.  Most importantly, Robert truly enjoyed watching his grandchildren play in their various sports over the years.  He was also an active member of the American Legion of Belgium. 

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Marilyn; five children, Mike (Christine) Damkot of Sheboygan, Sherri (Tom) Koppelkam of Sheboygan, Lisa (Mike) Helf of Plymouth, Randy (Kristen) Damkot of Sheboygan, and Jill (Thomas) Fogle of Sheboygan; and ten grandchildren, Britney and Brianna Damkot, Trevor, Annabelle, Jackson, Louisa, and Cordelia Damkot, and Parker, Chandler, and Anna Fogle.  Robert is also survived by his sister, Karen (Wayne) Lammers of Oostburg, brother Jerry (Julie) Damkot of Sheboygan, sister Mary (Steve) Olsen of Denmark, sister-in-law Linda Damkot of Cedar Grove, and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Robert was also preceded in death by a brother, Eugene.

A visitation will be held at Zimmer’s Westview Funeral & Cremation Care Center, W2132 Garton Road, on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.  A memorial service for Robert will follow at 5:00 p.m. Reverend DuWayne Hanke, Westview Chaplain, officiating. Interment of Robert’s urn will be in Calvary Cemetery, Sheboygan.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Robert H. Damkot Memorial.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Matthews and the staff at Matthews Oncology Associates and Dr. Coulis and the staff at Coulis Cardiology for their kindness and compassion.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.zimmerfuneralhome.com.

Catherine Williams

Catherine Williams, 97, of Sheboygan, entered her heavenly home Monday, May 13, 2013 at Pine Haven Christian Home.

Catherine was born May 2, 1916 in Sheboygan to Nicholas and Tannie (Buteyn) Dekker.

She attended Sheboygan Christian School and later attended Sheboygan Vocational School.

On August 20, 1937 Catherine and Chester Williams were united in marriage. He preceded her in death on June 12, 1991.

Catherine loved to sew, garden, bake, clean and was a wonderful homemaker.

She was a lifelong member of First Christian Reformed Church and was active in the Women’s Society. She loved to spend time with her family and supported their activities.

Catherine is survived by her children, Richard (Donna) Williams of Sheboygan, Carrie (Tom) Jolke of Sheboygan, Rosalie (Rich) TeLindert of Cedar Grove, Randall (Beth) Williams of the Town of Sheboygan, Kenneth (Karie) Williams of Pewaukee; 10 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Chris Dekker of Grand Rapids, MI; and other family and friends.

In addition to her parents and her husband, Chester, Catherine was preceded in death by 2 brothers; 3 sisters; and a great-granddaughter, Laura Ann.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 16, 2013 at Ballhorn Chapels at 12:00 Noon. Rev. Larry Meyer, pastor of First Christian Reformed Church, will officiate.  A time of visitation and support will be held on Thursday from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Catherine’s name for Pine Haven Christian Home.

The family of Catherine would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Pine Haven Christian Home for the Christian love, care and compassion shown to her.

Ruth Ann Pasket

Ruth Ann Pasket, 72, of Sheboygan, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 13, 2013 at her home surrounded by family.

Ruth Ann was born May 12, 1941 in Sheboygan to Louis and Bernice (Hesslink) Walvoord.                                              

She attended Oostburg Public Schools and was a graduate of Oostburg High School, Class of 1959.

On May 12, 1962 LeRoy Pasket and Ruth Ann Walvoord were united in marriage in Oostburg at First Reformed Church.

She owned and was employed at Ruth Ann’s Concessions.

Ruth enjoyed square dancing, traveling, collecting dolls, spending time with her grandchildren., and singing with the Sweet Adelines group. Ruth Ann especially enjoyed being a host parent with her husband for foreign college students out of Lakeland College.

Ruth Ann is survived by her husband, LeRoy; a son, Lee (Sandy) Pasket of Kiel and their children  Nathan and Autumn; a brother, David Walvoord  of Oostburg;  and other relatives and  friends.

In addition to her parents, Ruth Ann was preceded in death by a brother, Jon and a sister, Betty Lou.

A funeral service will be held at  11:00 am on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Luther Memorial Lutheran Church. Rev. Matthew D. Peters will be officiating.  A time of visitation and support will be held on Saturday at 9:30 am until the time of service. Burial will take place at Kiel Cemetery.

A memorial fund has been established in her name.

To sign the guestbook, light a candle, and/or send flowers in memory of Ruth Ann visit, www.ballhornchapels.com.