Koepsell-Zeidler Funeral & Cremation Services, Columbus in Columbus, WI

Darrell N. Leisses

June 2, 1945 - April 7, 2022

Darrell N. Leisses, 76, of Columbus passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2022 at the UW Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin. A memorial gathering will be at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus, Wisconsin on Monday, April 18, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until Noon. A memorial service will begin at Noon with Rev. Ben Zuberbier officiating. Darrell Nicholas was born on June 2, 1945 the son of Clemmens J....
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Ella M. Medford

August 29, 1926 - April 2, 2022

Ella M. Medford, 95, of Columbus, WI passed away on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at Home Again Assisted Living in Columbus. Ella Mae was born the daughter of George W. and Ella (Davis) Maxwell on August 29, 1926 in Iuka, Miss. She was married to Hollis Medford on October 13, 1945 in Iuka, Miss. Ella was a member of Cole Ridge Baptist Church in Blytheville, Arkansas where she enjoyed teaching...
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Kristina K. Brenner

May 7, 1973 - March 22, 2022

Kristina K. Brenner, 48, of Fall River passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at her home. Kristina was born on May 7, 1973 in Columbus, WI to Gerald and Pricilla (Moll) Galston. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. She served in the U.S. Army National Guard as a medic. Kris was employed as a Registered Nurse in the OBGYN field. She was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in...
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Mary Ann Haberman

June 23, 1938 - March 11, 2022

Mary Ann Haberman, 83, of Columbus passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison after suffering a stroke. Mary Ann was born on June 23, 1938 in Columbus, WI, the daughter of Fayette and Norma (Turben) Fuller. On November 30, 1963, she was united in marriage to Hubert Haberman Jr. Mary Ann loved sharing whether it was her wonderful cooking, baking, or sharing a...
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John M. Cigelske

January 6, 1963 - February 7, 2022

John M. Cigelske, 59, of Elroy, WI passed away at Froedert Hospital in Milwaukee after a long battle with COVID on February 7, 2022. John was born on January 6, 1963 in Beaver Dam to Joseph and Mary Clare (Nennmann) Cigelske. Throughout his life John enjoyed fishing and deer hunting. John is survived by his mother Mary Clare (Donald) Schey; sisters: Kay (Dave) Wallintin and Colleen Pieper;...
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Judith A. Vick

May 11, 1941 - January 24, 2022

Judith A. Vick, 80, of Columbus passed away on Monday, January 24, 2022 at Prairie Ridge Health in Columbus. Judith was born the daughter of Myron and Leona (Boettcher) Yerges on May 11, 1941 in Reeseville. She was a graduate of Columbus High School and Columbia County Teacher's College. She married Wilbert Vick on July 23, 1966. Over the years, Judy taught in grade schools, helped Wilbert...
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Elizabeth J. Krause

December 16, 1932 - January 20, 2022

Elizabeth (aka Betty) Jean nee' Schmidt Krause was called to her heavenly home on Thursday, January 20th, 2022. Betty was born at home during a blizzard on December 16, 1932 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin to Elmer and Evelyn Schmidt. She held onto the hope that was hers in Christian baptism, where she was called to faith by name on January 8th, 1933. She attended St Stephen's Lutheran grade school. She...
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Donna J. Hudson

October 19, 1956 - January 18, 2022

Donna J. Hudson, 65, of Poynette and formerly of Mazomanie passed away on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Donna was born the daughter of Theron and Violet (Julson) Hudson on October 19, 1956. She is survived by her two children: Stacey (Donovan) Huebner of Columbus and Ryan Hudson of Fort Atkinson; her grandchildren: Austin Gruss and Trenton and Montgomery Huebner...
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Dawn M. Kearney

February 28, 1965 - January 12, 2022

Dawn M. Rennhack-Kearney, age 56, of Waupun, died on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at Waupun Memorial Hospital after a courageous battle with COVID-19. The memorial gathering will be at Koepsell-Zeidler Funeral Home in Columbus on Saturday, January 29, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:50 a.m. The memorial service will follow at the funeral home in Columbus at 12:00 noon with Celebrant John R....
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Waldamar "Bill" Vick

October 3, 1931 - December 27, 2021

Waldamar J. "Bill" Vick, 90, a resident of The Meadows of Fall River and formerly of Columbus passed away on Monday, December 27, 2021. Waldamar was born the son of Carl and Arletta (Broderdorf) Vick on October 3, 1931 in Columbus. He served his country in the U.S. Army. Bill was married to Donna Lee on June 6, 1959 in Marshall, WI. He was employed for over 40 years with Fall River Foundry....
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Pete T. Hoverson

February 10, 1956 - December 20, 2021

Pete T. Hoverson, 65, of Columbus passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021 at Prairie Ridge Health in Columbus. Pete was born the son of Russell and Helen (Ulvestad) Hoverson on February 10, 1956 in Madison. He was a 1974 graduate of Columbus High School. Pete was married to Sue Miller on July 29, 1978 in DeForest. Pete could often be seen taking his dogs for a ride around town. He loved a...
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Jacqueline D. Herzberg

August 21, 1938 - December 9, 2021

Jacqueline D. Herzberg, 83, of Columbus passed away on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Prairie Ridge Health in Columbus. Jacqueline was born the daughter of Vincent and Florence (Yuds) Gorsuch on August 21, 1938 in Portage. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Jacquie was married to Gene Herzberg on April 19, 1958 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Jacquie was a member of Zion...
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Clifford E. Beal

September 26, 1939 - December 8, 2021

Clifford E. Beal, 82, of Columbus passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family. It was Clifford's wish that cremation take place and that his cremated remains be laid to rest at Okeeg Cemetery, township of Elba at a later date.
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Richard L. Powers

November 13, 1942 - November 25, 2021

Richard L. Powers, 79, of Columbus passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Richard was born the son of Martin and Stella (Ramseur) Powers on November 13, 1942 in Columbus. He was a 1960 graduate of Columbus High School. Dick served his country in the U.S. Army from 1964 until 1966. He was married to Sharon Brumm on October 17, 1964 at Zion Ev. Lutheran...
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Jason J. Edwards

December 15, 1974 - November 17, 2021

Jason John Edwards, 46, of Columbus, Wi passed away unexpectedly Wednesday November 17th, 2021 at Prairie Ridge Hospital in Columbus Jason was the youngest of two children born to John and Debbie Edwards (Yuds) on December 15th, 1974 in Columbus Wi. Jason was a security guard for most of his life which he enjoyed all the interactions and connections he was able to make with many people. Jason...
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Leta R. Schwoerer

April 28, 1958 - October 26, 2021

Leta R. Schwoerer, 63, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Leta was born the daughter of Richard and Marlene (Woodmansee) Longseth on April 28, 1958 in Milwaukee. She received her degree in nursing at MATC in Madison. Leta was employed as a cardiac nurse for 14 years at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. She was married to James Schwoerer on June 21, 1975 at St. Jerome...
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Darrell E. Rostad

March 16, 1950 - October 6, 2021

Darrell E. "Grandpa Doo Doo" Rostad, 71, of Wausaukee and formerly of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at Froedert Medical Center in Menomonee Falls. Darrell was born the son of Erling and Lucille (Schultz) Rostad on March 16, 1950 in Columbus, WI. He was a graduate of Columbus High School. Darrell was married to Bonnie Thiede on May 17, 1975 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in...
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Jason J. Trawitzki

September 27, 1980 - September 30, 2021

Jason J. Trawitzki, age 41, of Columbus, died on Thursday, September 30, 2021 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident. The visitation will be at the Fireman's Park Pavilion in Columbus on Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at the pavilion on Thursday at 6:00 p.m. Jason John Trawitzki was born on September 27, 1980 to Jeffery...
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Lorraine Hacht

March 20, 1925 - August 18, 2021

Lorraine B. Hacht, 96, of the township of Elba, Wisconsin passed away on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 at Prairie Ridge Health in Columbus, Wisconsin. A visitation for Lorraine will be held on Saturday, August 21, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. A funeral service will begin at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Timothy Schwartz officiating. Burial will follow at...
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Frederick E. Schultz

September 5, 1934 - August 7, 2021

Frederick E. Schultz, 86, of the township of Elba was called to his heavenly home to be reunited with Jesus and his beloved grandchildren Kristina and Derek on Saturday, August 7, 2021. Frederick was born the son of Ervin and Margaret (Theil) Schultz on September 5, 1934 in the township of Portland. He was married to Elaine Guenther on August 11, 1956 at St. Stephen's Ev. Lutheran Church in...
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Lorraine S. Huebner

May 1, 1929 - July 23, 2021

Lorraine S. Huebner, 92, of Columbus, passed away on July 23rd, 2021 at the Prairie Ridge Health Center in Columbus, Wisconsin. Lorraine was born in Philadelphia to Max and Clara (Benin) Kaizen on May 1st, 1929. Lorraine went to school in Pennsylvania, moving her senior year of High School to Oklahoma where she graduated. She then went on to the Oklahoma School of Business and Accounting...
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Timothy A. Geiger

December 17, 1955 - July 17, 2021

Timothy A. Geiger, Age 65 of Columbus, passed away at home with his family at his side on Saturday, July 17, 2021 after a lengthy illness. Tim was born on December 17, 1955 in Columbus, WI to Alfred and Ruth (Scheradella) Geiger Jr. Tim graduated from Columbus High School and worked for 37 years as a Utilities Lineman for the Columbus Water & Light before retiring. He was a member of St....
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Ronald C. Schultz

August 27, 1945 - June 9, 2021

WATERLOO - On June 9, 2021 Ronald C. Schultz was called to continue his life in Heaven with the Lord. Ron was born on August 27, 1945 to Christian and Ethelyn (Krueger) Schultz Jr. in Columbus WI. He was the 3rd of 10 children. Ron and his siblings grew up fast as their Mother passed away at the young age of 42 from Leukemia leaving their father Christian to raise the family on numerous farms in...
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Paul H. Harvey

March 29, 1955 - May 19, 2021

Paul Henry Harvey, age 66, passed away suddenly on Thursday, May 19, 2021 at his home in Rio. Paul was an experienced welder and enjoyed working on automobiles. He enjoyed watching his NASCAR racing. Paul especially liked his Ford Mustangs over the years, too numerous to count. He is survived by his son, Jacob P. Harvey; siblings, Mary (Gil) Hoerth of Cassenovia, Susan Johnson of Rock...
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Audrey N. Lovelien

March 15, 1932 - May 17, 2021

Audrey N. Lovelien, 89, of Lodi, WI passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021 at the Larson House in Columbus, WI. Audrey was born the daughter of Russell and Alice (Jacobson) Larson on March 15, 1932 in Taylor, WI. She attended Taylor schools and graduated from Taylor High School in 1950. No sooner were Audrey and Dayton married on June 15,1953, they had a forced separation. Dayton off to Naval...
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Rosalind "Rosie" Zeidler

November 9, 1930 - March 21, 2021

Rosalind M. "Rosie" Zeidler, 90, was called to her Heavenly home on Sunday, March 21, 2021 surrounded by her loving family. Rosalind was born the daughter of Ernest and Viola (Poppe) Lange on November 9, 1930 in Columbus. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Rosie married H. Paul Zeidler on June 9, 1962 at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Columbus. Paul preceded her in death on...
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Gerald "Jerry" Galston

October 3, 1945 - March 10, 2021

Gerald R. "Jerry" Galston, 75, of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 at his daughter's home in Columbus. Gerald was born the son of Herbert and Lila (Allen) Galston on October 3, 1945 in Waterloo. He was a graduate of Columbus High School. Jerry served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1965 – 1967. He was married to Pricilla "Sib" Moll on May 1, 1971...
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Paul "Ozzy" Kegel

December 10, 1934 - March 2, 2021

Paul "Ozzy" Kegel Paul Joseph Kegel, 86, of Gays Mills passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Paul was born the son of James and Wilhelmina "Minnie" (Beck) Kegel on December 10, 1934 in Gays Mills. He loved spending time with his family and especially his beloved grandchildren. He is survived by his children: Veronica (Dale) Geddes of Muscoda, WI and...
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Marianne A. Cares

June 19, 1930 - March 2, 2021

Marianne (Uetzmann) Cares went home to heaven on Tuesday, March 2. Marianne was born to Pastor Immanuel and Adela (Dornfeld) Uetzmann on June 19, 1930 in Pickett, WI. She became God's child on her baptism day, July 6, 1930, and was confirmed in the Lutheran faith on April 2, 1944. On June 19, 1955, she married Pastor Gerhardt Cares in Watertown, WI. Marianne accompanied him as he served...
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Richard E. Crum

June 5, 1932 - February 3, 2021

On February 3, 2021, Richard E. Crum was peacefully welcomed by Jesus into heaven. Richard was born June 5, 1932 in Richmond, Indiana to Kenneth and Alice (Knoll) Crum. The family moved to Milwaukee and then Wauwatosa, WI. Dick graduated from Wauwatosa High School. He graduated with a degree in Business Administration from Marquette University. He served in the Army during the Korean War. ...
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Mary Lou G. Howe

July 6, 1939 - February 2, 2021

Mary Lou G. Howe, 81, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 at Columbia County Health Care Center in Wyocena. Mary Lou was born the daughter of Herman and Bertha (Seier) Gretzinger on July 6, 1939 in Columbus. She was a graduate of Fall River High School and Columbia County Normal. She was married to David Howe on June 28, 1958 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Mary...
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Domenica "Min" Biemiller

January 5, 1935 - January 25, 2021

Domenica (Min) Biemiller, 86, of Waterloo, WI and formerly of Baltimore, MD passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at her home. Domenica was born the daughter of Mario and Rose (Totaro) Desimone on January 5, 1935 in Baltimore, MD. She was a graduate of Patterson Park High School in Baltimore and Towson State University. She later earned her Master's degree in Special Education. She was...
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Pricilla "Sib" Moll

August 27, 1946 - January 13, 2021

Pricilla A. "Sib" Moll, 74, of Waterloo passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at her daughter's home in Fall River. Pricilla was born the daughter of Oscar and Carolyn (Grove) Moll on August 27, 1946 in Columbus. She was a graduate of Waterloo High School. Sib was married to Jerry Galston on May 1, 1971 and were married for many years. Sib retired from F&M State Bank in Waterloo. She...
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Laddie G. Schmutzer

October 31, 1943 - January 11, 2021

Laddie George Schmutzer of Columbus passed away at his home on Monday, January 11 with his wife by his side. Laddie was the son of the late George and Ruth (Shanks) Schmutzer of Neva, Wisconsin. Laddie married his high school sweetheart, Susan Tatro, on January 4, 1964. They had just celebrated their 57th anniversary and had four children; Steve Schmutzer (Wendy Williams) of Green Bay; Carrie...
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Kathleen W. Dunning

February 10, 1946 - January 7, 2021

Kathleen W. Dunning, 74 Kathleen Dunning, 74, died January 7th, 2021, at University Hospital in Madison. Her children are grateful to have been able to spend time with her in the hospital prior to her passing. A celebration of life is planned to be held for both Kathy and her husband of 52 years, Sam, who preceded her in death by seven weeks, when it is again safe to gather. Kathy was...
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Betty A. Madaus

March 20, 1936 - December 23, 2020

Betty Ann "Grandma Betty" Madaus, 84, of Marshall passed away on Wednesday, December 23, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison surrounded by family. Betty was born the daughter of Benjamin L. and Anna (Tiedt) Benisch on March 20, 1936 in Columbus, WI. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Betty was married to Melvin H. Madaus on October 16, 1954 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus...
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Bella Rees

October 19, 1919 - December 16, 2020

Bella Rees, 101, of Fall River passed away on December 16, 2020 at The Meadows of Fall River. Bella was born in Fox Lake township of Randolph, WI on October 19, 1919 to Daniel O. and Margaret (Jones) Rees. Bella grew up on a farm in Fountain Prairie township near Fall River. Bella completed her elementary education in 1933 at the Bennett School, a rural one-room schoolhouse with all eight...
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Darlene M. Parpart

September 15, 1936 - December 11, 2020

Darlene Mae Parpart (Stapes) Sept. 15, 1936 – Dec. 11, 2020 (Age 84) December 11, 2020, our Heavenly Father welcomed our amazing, beloved mother. She is now at peace, joining her loving husband and other family to include a mother she so dearly loved and lost suddenly at the age of 16. We believe it was that loss that made her the best mother four girls could ever ask for, leaving us with...
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Samuel F. Dunning

December 4, 1942 - November 17, 2020

Samuel Forest Dunning, 77 FALL RIVER - Sam Dunning, 77, died November 17th, 2020, with members of his family by his side. Per his wishes, no memorial service is to be held at this time, with a smaller private ceremony planned for spring 2021. Sam was born December 4th, 1942, in Ohio to Forest & Carmie (Beattie) Dunning. When he was 7, the family relocated to a farm outside of Fall River,...
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Marjorie M. Westphal

July 18, 1936 - November 6, 2020

Marjorie M. Westphal, 84, a resident of The Meadows in Fall River passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020 at Prairie Ridge Health Center in Columbus. Marjorie was born the daughter of William and Mae (Fietz) Opel on July 18, 1936 in Fox Lake, WI. She was a 1954 graduate of Columbus High School. Marjorie was married to Roger Westphal on October 23, 1954 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus...
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Selma A. Dykstra

January 20, 1929 - October 23, 2020

Selma A. Dykstra, 91, of Columbus passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 at The Meadows of Fall River. Selma was born the daughter of Fred and Helen (Wodill) Hurckman on January 20, 1929 at her family's home in Fountain Prairie. She was married to Bernard "Bernie" C. Dyskstra on July 25, 1946 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Selma was employed with McNulty's, Roundy's, and Pick 'n...
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Eldon R. Radke

August 6, 1938 - September 19, 2020

Eldon R. Radke, 82, of Madison passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020. Eldon was born the son of Rueben and Ione (Shaller) Radke on August 6, 1938 in the township of Portland, Dodge County, WI. He was a graduate of Waterloo High School. Eldon served his country in the U.S. Army. Eldon loved to fish and enjoyed reading, puzzles, and playing chess. He was a passionate card player and an...
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William H. Kirchberg

June 10, 1942 - September 11, 2020

COLUMBUS -- William H. Kirchberg, 78, Columbus, passed away on Friday, Sept. 11, 2020. Bill was born June 10, 1942, to Carl and Evelyn (Neuman) Kirchberg in Beaver Dam. He was united in marriage to Mary Ellen Holbrook at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Plymouth. Bill spent his 39-year career working for National Cash Register (NCR) and made an abundance of friends on that journey. A...
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Veronica "Pete" Helwig

October 23, 1923 - September 1, 2020

Veronica K. "Pete" Helwig, 96, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, September 01, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison. Veronica was born the daughter of Louis and Christina (Freidel) Trapp on October 23, 1923 in the township of Hampden. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Veronica was married to Ernst Helwig on July 13, 1944 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in East Bristol. ...
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Howard F. Spaulding

December 12, 1950 - August 29, 2020

Howard F. Spaulding, 69, of the town of Columbus passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at St. Mary's Hospital. A visitation for Howard will be held on Friday, September 4, 2020 from 12-1:30 p.m. at the family farm, W11638 Drolshagen Road, Columbus, WI. A Celebration of Life will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Pastor Peter Ostrander officiating and will conclude with military honors. Interment...
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Steven Nicholas Garrett Wheeler

August 4, 1988 - July 16, 2020

Steven Nicholas Garrett Wheeler, 31 years old, died Thursday 7/16/2020 in Fond du Lac Wisconsin. Steven was born in Baltimore, Maryland, later moving to Virginia, then Wisconsin. As a child he loved sports and was very athletic. He participated in karate, played baseball, and loved playing football. As an adult, Steven's true happiness in life was his daughter, Jaiden. He adored her and...
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Denise "Emma" Winter

February 15, 1961 - July 6, 2020

Denise "Emma" A. Winter, 59, of Beaver Dam passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 6, 2020 at her home. Denise was born the daughter of Robert Winter and Gloria (Stofflet) Rake on February 15, 1961 in Beaver Dam. She was employed with Enerpac in Columbus for 32 years. Denise loved gardening and flowers. She was an avid antique collector. Denise was the life of the party and will be...
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Lois A. Geiger

November 25, 1934 - June 26, 2020

Lois A. Geiger, of Columbus, died on Friday, June 26, 2020 at Hamilton Park Place in Portage. The visitation will be at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in East Bristol on Wednesday, July 1, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. until 11:50 a.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow at the church on Wednesday at 12:00 noon with Fr. Vince Brewer officiating. Burial will be at St. Bernard's Catholic Cemetery in...
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Harold L. Schaefer

September 30, 1932 - June 23, 2020

Harold Lester Schaefer, 87, of Columbus, peacefully went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020. He was born on September 30, 1932 in Columbus, the son of Carl and Martha (Wohlfeil) Schaefer. Harold attended Zion Lutheran School and graduated from Columbus High School in 1951. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean campaign. His career began as a radio and T.V....
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Bernard "Bernie" Dykstra

June 21, 1923 - May 25, 2020

Bernard C. "Bernie" Dykstra, 96, of Columbus passed away on Monday, May 25, 2020 at the Meadows of Fall River. Bernard was born the son of Sjouke and Maude "Grace" (Westover) Dykstra on June 21, 1923 in Fountain Prairie, Columbia County. He was married to Selma Hurckman on July 25, 1946 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Bernie farmed around the Columbus area for many years. He later...
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Cornelio "Cory" Ortega, Jr.

October 3, 1979 - May 18, 2020

Cornelio M. "Cory" Ortega, Jr., 40, of Columbus passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 18, 2020 at his home. Cornelio was born the son of Cornelio and Lori (Stoegbauer) Ortega, Sr. on October 3, 1979. He was a graduate of Sun Prairie High School and was employed as a machinist. Cory enjoyed many hobbies but especially enjoyed fishing. He was a good husband and a supportive brother who...
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Michelle K. (Guenther) Miller

January 3, 1974 - May 3, 2020

Michelle K. Miller (nee Guenther), 46, of Columbus passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2020 at her home. Private family inurnment will be held at St. Columbkille Catholic Cemetery with Father Michael Erwin presiding. A Celebration of Life for Michelle will be held at a later date. Details will be published when available. Michelle was born on January 3, 1974, the daughter of Kenneth and Bonnie ...
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Robert J. Andler

December 11, 1930 - May 2, 2020

HAMPDEN-Robert J. Andler, 89, peacefully passed away on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020, at Columbia Health Care Center in Wyocena after a brief stay. Robert was the youngest and last living child of Rudolph and Alma (Franz) Andler born in Columbus, on December 11, 1930. Robert graduated from Columbus in 1948, then worked for his brothers before he was drafted and left for Korea, serving from 1951-53,...
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Florence "Flo" Marshall

March 23, 1943 - April 16, 2020

Florence M. "Flo" Marshall, 77, of Columbus passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020 at Beaver Dam Memory Care. Flo was born the daughter of Howard and Florence (Shooer) Burgin on March 23, 1943 in Detroit, MI. She was employed as a seamstress for Kromer Cap Company in Columbus for nearly 30 years. Flo was married to Dale F. Marshall, Sr. on October 28, 1977 in Beaver Dam. Flo enjoyed...
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William C. Nehmer

October 26, 1929 - March 20, 2020

William C. Nehmer, 90, of Columbus passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Prairie Ridge Health Center in Columbus. William was born the son of Alvin and Selma (Jahnke) Nehmer on October 26, 1929 in Columbus. He was married to Merle Foss on November 6, 1954 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Bill served his country in the U.S. Army. He was employed with FMC in Columbus for 43 years...
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Ila "Dolly" Sauer

February 16, 1928 - March 14, 2020

Ila Marion "Dolly" Sauer, born February 16, 1928 to Lee H. "Zeke" and Merna V. Brace, passed on March 14, 2020 after a brief illness. She lived 92 years in the Columbus-Fall River community and was known by many residents here as a lifelong part of the farming community and long-time rural mail carrier. Dolly married the love of her life, Donald George Sauer, on Sunday July 21, 1946. A Marine,...
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Jeanette V. Parpart

September 16, 1929 - March 10, 2020

Jeanette V. Parpart, 90, of Columbus passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, March 10, 2020. Jeanette Viola was born on September 16, 1929 the daughter of Frank and Esther (Heiden) Mann in Columbus. On December 15, 1946, she was married to LaVern Parpart in Lake Mills, WI. Along with raising her children and working on the family farm, Jeanette had also been employed at Stokley's...
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Matthew A. Miller

December 28, 1974 - February 27, 2020

Matthew A. Miller, 45, a lifelong resident of the Columbus/Fall River area was called to his last poker run on Thursday, February 27, 2020. Matthew was born the son of Allen and Dianna (Mallon) Miller on December 28, 1974 in Madison. Matt was a jack-of-all trades and was employed as an auto body specialist painting both trains and cars, later as a welder, and was currently employed at Common...
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Clarence M. Langfeldt

December 7, 1930 - February 6, 2020

Clarence M. Langfeldt, age 89, died peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Columbus Health and Rehab. A private funeral service will be held. Clarence Melvin Langfeldt was born on December 7, 1930 in Columbus, Wisconsin to Ervin and Elsie (Boese) Langfeldt. He was a life-long resident of rural Columbus, where he farmed for most of his life. Clarence was a member of Zion Lutheran Church...
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Elizabeth "Betty" Salzwedel

June 24, 1940 - December 3, 2019

Elizabeth L. "Betty" Salzwedel, 79, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2019 at Home Again Assisted Living in Columbus. Elizabeth was born the daughter of Warner and Esther (Dorn) Pick on June 24, 1940 in Middleton, WI. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. She was employed with Perry Printing in Waterloo for 30 years until her retirement. After retirement, she continued...
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Edwin C. Knudson

April 19, 1929 - November 2, 2019

Edwin C. Knudson, 90, of Columbus passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at the Columbus Health and Rehab Center. Edwin was born the son of Raymond and Julia (Kvale) Knudson on April 19, 1929 in Columbus. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War where he was stationed in California and Korea. He was married to Shirley Von Behren on June 27, 1953 in Sauk City, WI. ...
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Donna M. Leisses

May 13, 1945 - October 29, 2019

Donna M. Leisses, 74, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at her home. Donna was born the daughter of Melvin "Max" and Lorraine (Kohls) Hacht on May 13, 1945 in Columbus. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Donna was married to Darrell Leisses on August 16, 1969 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. She was employed with American Family Insurance in Madison until...
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Michael J. Chase

February 28, 1956 - September 29, 2019

Michael J. Chase, 63, of Pardeeville and formerly of Columbus and Beaver Dam, was united with the Holy Spirit on September 29, 2019 while in the presence of his loving and devoted family. His passing took place at St. Mary's Hospital in Madison after complications from a medical procedure. Mike was born on February 28, 1956 in Maywood, CA to William and Doris (Ganta) Chase. Mike was raised...
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Dieter E. Reuster

December 7, 1938 - September 16, 2019

Dieter E. Reuster, age 80, died Monday, September 16, 2019 at his home in Columbus. Visitation for Dieter will be at the Koepsell-Zeidler Funeral Home in Columbus on Tuesday, September 24, 2019 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Dieter was born on December 7, 1938 in Germany to the late Emil and Selma (nee: Burger) Reuster. He immigrated to the United States in 1950 and settled in the Chicago area. ...
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Keith R. Brewer

November 29, 1956 - September 9, 2019

Keith R. Brewer, 62, of Milwaukee passed away on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the Lutheran Home in Wauwatosa. Keith was born the son of Roger and June (Hemling) Brewer on November 29, 1956 in Columbus, WI. He was a graduate of Fall River High School and Madison Business College. He was married to Julie Desjarlais on October 29, 1983 at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church in Doylestown, WI. ...
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Michael J. Klokow

July 28, 2019

Michael James Klokow, 51, passed away peacefully of natural causes in his home on Sunday, July 28. He was born in Columbus to LeMoyne and Delores Klokow. He was a graduate of CHS and UW-Whitewater. Mike began his military career at the age of 18 and proudly served 16 years with the Wisconsin National Guard and Wisconsin Army National Guard, obtaining Captain ranking. These were definitely...
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Elaine W. Beier

August 7, 1938 - June 30, 2019

Elaine W. Beier, 80, of Columbus was called to her heavenly home by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, June 30, 2019. Elaine was born the daughter of Herman and Waneta (Castleberry) Krause on August 7, 1938, on her family's farm outside of Beaver Dam. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Stephen's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam and was a 1956 graduate of Beaver Dam High...
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Roger E. Nehmer

September 18, 1930 - June 16, 2019

Roger E. Nehmer, 88, of Columbus passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 16, 2019 at the Columbus Nursing and Rehab. Center. Roger was born the son of Alvin and Selma (Jahnke) Nehmer on September 18, 1930 in Columbus. He served his country in the U.S. Army and later was active with the Army Reserves. Roger was employed with Metal-Fab for 30 years until his retirement as plant manager. He...
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Roger A. Wartgow

May 18, 1944 - May 31, 2019

Roger A. Wartgow, 75, of Otsego, WI passed away on Friday, May 31, 2019 at his home. Roger was born the son of William and Ella Wartgow on May 18, 1944 in Park Falls, WI. He was married to Jean Jendrysko on August 14, 1965 in Butternut, WI. Roger was employed in construction in Milwaukee. He later worked for the Rio Co-op Lumber Yard. Afterwards, he drove truck for Danco Prairie FS until...
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George R. Andler

January 20, 1921 - April 27, 2019

George R. Andler, 98, of Columbus passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at Dycora Transitional Living in Beaver Dam. George was born the son of Rudolph and Alma (Franz) Andler on January 20, 1921 in Columbus. He was married to Marilla Sanderson on April 24, 1954 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. George was a lifelong farmer as well as a truck...
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Alfred G. Geiger, Jr.

September 28, 1929 - April 17, 2019

Alfred G. Geiger, Jr, Age 89 of Columbus passed away with his family at his side on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Columbus Community Hospital. Alfred was born on September 28, 1929 in Columbus, WI to Alfred and Verna (Peters) Geiger Sr. He met Ruth Scheradella at Crystal Lake Beach dance in Beaver Dam, WI and was married on February 18, 1950. Throughout the years Al worked for M & S Feed...
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Doris Y. Chase

November 24, 1935 - April 3, 2019

Doris Y. (Ganta) Chase, 83, of Fall River and formerly of Columbus was united with the Holy Spirit on April 3, 2019. She was blissfully reunited with the love of her life, her late husband of 60 years, Bill. Doris was born on Nov. 24, 1935, in Chicago, IL. She moved to the Columbus area as a young lady. She attended Columbus High School which is where she met Bill. They married in 1951 and had...
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Janene A. Weiland

August 21, 1940 - March 9, 2019

Janene A. Weiland, 78, a resident of the Meadows of Fall River and formerly of Columbus was called to her home in Heaven by her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, March 9, 2019. Janene was born the daughter of Merlin and Sylva (Latham) Sutton on August 21, 1940 in Beaver Dam. She was a graduate of Beaver Dam High School. Janene was married to Roger L. Weiland on September 27, 1958. ...
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Dorothy E. Starker

June 29, 1922 - December 3, 2018

Dorothy E. Starker (nee Donner), 96, of Columbus, Wisconsin passed away peacefully At Home Again in Columbus on December 3, 2018. Dorothy was born on June 29, 1922 to Fred Sr. and Annette (Murray) Donner. Dorothy married Lawrence Starker in January 1943. The couple was blessed with three sons; Larry (Gyneth Erdman) Starker of Columbus, Terry (Shannon) Starker of Columbus and Dan (Dorothy) of...
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Joan Klug

February 17, 1930 - November 28, 2018

Joan P. Klug, 88, of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 at the Columbus Community Hospital. A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2018 at Olivet Congregational – UCC in Columbus from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 a.m. at the church with the Rev. Ruth Wagner Bradshaw officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery in...
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Hilda Lenz

November 22, 2018

Hilda Katharina Lydia Lenz, 91, died peacefully on November 22, 2018 at a hospice in Tomah, WI after a long illness. Hilda was born to Gustav and Katherina in Milwaukee, WI. She was a graduate of UW-Madison where she received her bachelor's degree in nursing. Hilda was employed with the Columbus Community Hospital as an RN during her career. She was married to Herbert Lenz on April 22, 1950...
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Raymond A. Hodgkins

December 15, 1970 - October 29, 2018

Raymond A. Hodgkins, age 47, of Beaver Dam, died Monday, October 29, 2018. Visitation for Ray will be at Faith Lutheran Church in Columbus on Friday, November 2, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Funeral services will follow at church on Friday beginning at 1:00 pm. with Pastor Sandra Schieble officiating. Burial will follow at Fall River Cemetery. Raymond Allen Hodgkins was born on...
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Donna M. Peeler

April 6, 1933 - September 17, 2018

Donna M. Peeler, 85, of Columbus passed away on Monday, September 17, 2018 at the Larson House in Columbus. Donna was born the daughter of Earl and Gladys (Moore) Larson on April 6, 1933 in Madison. She was married to LaVerne Peeler on January 19, 1952 in Keyeser, WI. Donna was employed with the Columbus Community Hospital as a housekeeping supervisor for many years before her retirement. ...
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Douglas N. Geiger

February 16, 1960 - September 5, 2018

Douglas N. Geiger, 58, of rural Columbus passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at his home. A visitation for Doug will be held on Tuesday, September 11th from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Koepsell-Zeidler Funeral Home, 146 S. Dickason Blvd., Columbus. A funeral will follow at 1:00 p.m. with Father Vince Brewer officiating. Inurnment will be at St. Bernard Catholic...
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Beverly 'Bev' A. Adam

August 22, 1936 - September 5, 2018

Beverly A. Adam age 82, was called to her eternal home on September 5, 2018 at Home Again Assisted Living in Columbus. Bev was born August 22, 1936 on her Mother's birthday in Hampden Township, Columbia County, to Raymond and Grace (Helwig) Kind. She graduated from Columbus High School in 1954. She married Donald Adam on June 17, 1958. She loved the Lord, reading, golf, bridge and traveling...
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June F. Derr

July 19, 1930 - September 2, 2018

June F. Derr, 88, of Columbus, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 2, 2018 at the At Home Again Assisted Living Center in Columbus. Visitation for June will be held on Tuesday, Sept 11th from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. A funeral service will follow at church at 5:30 p.m. with the Rev. Tim Schwartz officiating. June Florence Derr was born the...
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Elaine H. Dykstra

November 28, 1926 - July 12, 2018

Elaine H. Dykstra, 91, lifelong resident of Columbus, died peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the Larson House. The visitation will be at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus on Wednesday, July 18 from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow at the church on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. Robert Wilke officiating. Burial will be at Hillside Cemetery in...
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Robert Behl

January 24, 1920 - May 30, 2018

A Life Well Lived. That describes Attorney Robert W. Behl of Columbus, Wisconsin who died on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at the Larson House in Columbus, WI at the age of 98. He was born on January 24, 1920 in Columbus, WI to Otto R. and Ella L (Ehlert) Behl. In 1927 his family moved from Columbus to Racine, WI where he spent most of his childhood. During his teen years, however, he returned to...
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Lawrence Galston

May 18, 1965 - May 29, 2018

Lawrence H. "Larry" Galston passed away at UW-Madison Hospital on Tuesday, May 29, 2018. He was born in Columbus, WI on May 18, 1965 at St. Mary's Hospital to Herbert Jr. and Beverly (Koehn) Galston. Larry is survived by his mother Beverly Voelske and one sister, Terri of Desert Hot Springs, CA; as well as many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Larry was preceded in death by his father; sister...
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David Behl

November 23, 1954 - May 2, 2018

David R. Behl, age 63 passed away on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Greenbriar Assisted Living in Baraboo, WI. He was born on November 23, 1954 the son of Robert and Janet Behl. He grew up in Columbus, WI attending Zion Lutheran School and Columbus High School. While growing up he helped his father Robert on the family farm doing chores, baling hay, driving tractors and raising various farm...
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Verna E. Schultz

May 25, 1922 - April 2, 2018

Verna E. Schultz, 95, of Columbus passed away on Monday, April 2, 2018 at "At Home Again" Assisted Living in Columbus. A visitation will be held at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus on Saturday, April 7, 2018 from 10 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11 a.m. at the church. Rev. Tim Schwartz will officiate. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Columbus. Verna...
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Lyle D. Hansen

August 14, 1932 - March 9, 2018

Lyle D. Hansen, age 85, of Marshall passed away on Friday, March 9, 2018 at Rainbow Hospice in Johnson Creek. Lyle was born the son of Theodore and Ella (Dunn) Hansen on August 14, 1932 in Madison, WI. He was married to Shirley P. Zimmerman on November 29, 1952 in Sun Prairie, WI. Lyle was employed with Madison-Kipp Corp. until his retirement. Lyle enjoyed helping his wife, Shirley with...
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Diane J. Williamson

May 15, 1955 - March 2, 2018

Diane J. Williamson, 62, of Columbus passed away peacefully on Friday, March 2, 2018 at UW Hospital in Madison with her husband by her side. Diane was born on May 15, 1955 the daughter of Lester H. and Phyllis M. (Brueckner) Nehmer in Columbus. On April 20, 1980, she was united in marriage to Daniel A. Williamson in Brooksville, FL. Diane had been a baker and cake decorator for over 34...
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Larry Knudtson

September 15, 1942 - February 28, 2018

Larry R. Knudtson, 75, of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. Larry was born the son of T. Jerome and Ruby (Dorman) Knudtson on September 15, 1942 in the Township of Vienna, Dane County. He was married to Shirley Schoenwetter on May 25, 1968 at Olivet – UCC Congregational in Columbus. Larry was employed with Madison-Kipp Corp. for...
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Aura A. Petke

December 29, 1919 - February 12, 2018

Aura A. Petke, 98, of Columbus passed away on Monday, February 12, 2018 at the Columbus Nursing and Rehab. Center. Aura was born the daughter of David and Emma (DeWitt) Harper on December 29, 1919 in Georgetown, Indiana. She was married to Otto Paul Petke on January 23, 1943. Aura, along with her husband, owned and operated Otto's Bakery and the Pirate's Den in Waterloo for many years. She...
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Joan M. Karow

January 22, 1944 - January 2, 2018

Joan M. Karow, 73, of Fall River passed away on Tuesday, January 02, 2018 at "At Home Again" Assisted Living in Columbus with her family by her side. Joan was born the daughter of Alfred and Verna (Peters) Geiger, Sr. on January 22, 1944 in Columbus. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Joan was a member of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Columbus. Joan loved to take care of the...
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Geraldine H. Nickerson

October 28, 1957 - December 26, 2017

Geraldine H. Nickerson, 60, of Danville passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at the Columbus Community Hospital surrounded by her family. Geraldine was born on October 28, 1957 to Howard and Eunice (Potter) Nickerson in Columbus. She was a graduate of Columbus High School. Geraldine was married to Kathy Koopmans on July 14, 2006. Geraldine was employed with APV in Lake Mills for 28...
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Evelyn R. Wendt

December 23, 1918 - December 15, 2017

Evelyn R. Wendt, 98, of Columbus passed away on Friday, December 15, 2017 at the Columbus Health and Rehab. in Columbus. Evelyn was born the daughter of Otto F. and Anna (Schlieve) Schultz, Sr. on December 23, 1918 in the township of Hampden. She was married to Russell Wendt on October 9, 1941 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. Over the years, Evelyn was employed with the Locker Plant...
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Susanne G. Huitfeldt

June 1, 1959 - December 12, 2017

Susanne G. Huitfeldt, age 58, of Columbus passed away on December 12, 2017 after a courageous battle with cancer at Agrace Hospice in Fitchberg. A memorial service in memory of Sue will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 7 p.m. at the Koepsell-Zeidler Funeral Home in Columbus with Pastor Todd Werner officiating. A visitation for Sue will be held on Tuesday, December 19, 2017 from 5 p.m....
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Faith Rundle

October 4, 1977 - November 19, 2017

Faith Rundle, 40, of Fox Lake, and previously of Columbus, passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 19, 2017 at her home. A funeral service for Faith will be held on Sunday, November 26, 2017 beginning at 10:30 a.m. with Pastor Todd Werner officiating at the New Testament Baptist Church in Columbus. Faith was born the daughter of Harold Dean and Frances Lelia (Greene)...
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Evelyn M. Zillmer

March 21, 1925 - November 18, 2017

Evelyn M Zillmer, 92, of Columbus passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2017 at Prairie Ridge Assisted Living in Beaver Dam. Evelyn was born to Otto and Josephine (Gregor) Kreyer on March 21 1925 in Lyndon Station, WI. She was a graduate of Fall River High School. On December 8, 1945 she married the love of her life, Howard Zillmer. Evelyn was employed with the Fall River Canning Co.,...
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Janet Behl

June 16, 1925 - November 16, 2017

Janet Goodland Behl, age 92, died on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at The Larson House in Columbus, Wisconsin. She was born June 16, 1925 in Oshkosh, WI to Judge Elmer D. and Dorothea (Ramsay) Goodland. She grew up in Racine, WI and graduated from Washington Park High School in 1943. She attended Lawrence College in Appleton, and UW-Madison where she received training for her lovely soprano...
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Ruth S. Altschwager

October 13, 1924 - November 8, 2017

Ruth S. Altschwager, 93, a lifelong resident of Columbus passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2017 at Randolph Health Services. Ruth was born the daughter of Alvin and Selma (Jahnke) Nehmer on October 13, 1924 in Columbus. She was married to Joseph Altschwager Sr. on May 26, 1945 in Oklahoma. Ruth was a dedicated homemaker as well as owning and operating Oxbow Mink Ranch in Columbus with...
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Philip L. Bleich

February 7, 1946 - October 14, 2017

Philip L. Bleich, 71, of Columbus passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 14, 2017 at his home. Phil was born February 7, 1946, the son of Harold and Ethel (Brewer) Bleich. He was a 1964 graduate of Columbus High School. Phil was married to Diane Helwig on June 13, 1970. He was employed with Enerpac in Columbus for 45 years until his retirement in 2011. Phil enjoyed traveling...
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Sylva H. Kehl

January 11, 1922 - October 8, 2017

Sylva H. Kehl was called home by her Lord and Savior on October 8, 2017. Sylva was born January 11, 1922, near La Porte City IA as the only child of Emil and Ina (Triem) Frank. Clarence C. Kehl from Columbus WI was a traveling Hawaiian guitar teacher when he met music student Sylva Frank near LaPorte City, IA. They were married January 9, 1946 in Dumont IA, and returned to the Kehl...
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