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Edward A. Nabozny

Edward A. Nabozny, age 57, of 29490 Woodland Road, Ashland, Wisconsin, died Monday, January 19, 2009, in his home.

Ed was born, on August 19, 1951, in Ashland, Wisconsin, the son of Leo F. and Helen C. (Anderson) Nabozny. He was a 1969 graduate of Ashland High School.

Ed was united in marriage, to Kathi Jo Martin, in Ashland, on October 3, 1981. Kathi Jo preceded him in death, on May 29, 1999. On April 3, 2004, he and Laura Schwarting were united in marriage, in Ashland.

He was a building operations technician, at the Memorial Medical Center, in Ashland for over thirty years. He was a devoted grandfather, and loved spending time with his family. He was always smiling and had a very positive influence on all who knew him. He enjoyed: hunting, fishing, four-wheeling and golfing.

Edward is survived by: his wife, Laura Nabozny, of Ashland; six children: Dennis McKuen, of Ashland; Patrick McKuen and his wife, Julie, of Ashland; Shawn McKuen, of Ashland; Jolene Piff and her husband, Joe, of Ashland; Christopher Erickson, of Ashland; Bonnie Erickson, of Ashland; and seven grandchildren. He is also survived by four brothers: Francis Nabozny and his wife, Carol, of Ashland; Rodger Nabozny and his wife, Brenda, of Ashland; Robert Nabozny, of Rice Lake, Wisconsin; William Nabozny and his wife, Missy, of Ashland; five sisters: Betty Barnett and her husband, Leroy, of Ashland; Carol Gima and her husband, Roger, of Ashland; Barbara Guderian and her husband, Richard, of Grand View, Wisconsin; Valerie Dandaneau and her husband, Eugene, of Washburn, Wisconsin; Susan Schoch, of Ashland; numerous nieces and nephews.

Ed was preceded in death by: his wife, Kathi Jo Nabozny; his parents, Leo and Helen Nabozny; and his brother, John Nabozny.

A visitation, from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2009, will take place at the Mountain Funeral Home, in Ashland, and will include a 7:30 p.m. prayer service. The visitation will resume, at the United Presbyterian Church, in Ashland, on Saturday, January 24, 2009, from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service.

Funeral services for Edward A. Nabozny will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 24, 2009, at the United Presbyterian Congregational Church in Ashland. Doctor Darrel Robertson, Pastor of the Church, and Reverend Kent Seldal, Chaplin at the Memorial Medical Center, will officiate.  The casket bearers will include: Dennis McKuen, Patrick McKuen, William Homann, Dennis Kabasa, Dick Guderian and David Brown.

Interment in the Mount Hope Cemetery, in Ashland, will follow the Church service.

Our Ashland Chapel has been entrusted with the service details.

Condolences may be left, for Edward’s family, by going to the ‘Contact Us’ page of this web site. Within your message, please include: Edward’s full name, so that we may correctly direct your message to his family and your name, so that they may know from whom the message came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.

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Lynn Joseph Neibauer

Lynn Joseph Neibauer, age 60, of 623 Lake Drive, Mellen, Wisconsin, died Monday, July 28, 2008, at the Saint Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, Minnesota, surrounded by his family.

Lynn was born, on April 9, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Raymond H. and Genevieve ‘Jean’ (Janusz) Neibauer.   He spent much of his childhood at the Boys Club swimming and playing sports.

He and his family moved to Mellen in 1963.  He and Julie A. Barland were united in marriage, in Reno, Nevada, on June 17, 1992.

He had a lifelong passion for mechanics, motor bikes, old cars and antiques.  He enjoyed playing softball.  He was a fabulous storyteller.  He enjoyed slaying crappies at Meder Lake, woodworking, and coffee clutching with his friends. The most enjoyable times for Lynn came from traveling and spending time with his family, whom he loved very much.   He was an avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan.  He was blessed with many gifts and talents.  He enjoyed sharing his knowledge and wisdom with his children & grandchildren, helping them to grow in all aspects of life.

Lynn has spent the last 45 years of his life building his family’s sawmill business.

Survivors include his wife, Julie of Mellen; their three daughters, Tracey Wiener and her husband, Don, of Mason, Wisconsin, Denise Falewitch and her husband, Al, of Marquette, Michigan; and Jeany Neibauer of Mellen; and one son, Randall, of Butternut, Wisconsin. He is also survived by: seven grandchildren: Tanya, Laken, Kelsie, Kyle, Jaelyn, Jacob and Troy; two brothers, Dale and Ray and his wife, Donna, all of Mellen; one sister, Jill Lutz and her husband, Jim, of Mellen; his sister-in-law, Gertie of Mellen; many nieces and nephews.

Lynn is deeply loved, cherished and respected by all of his family.  He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; two brothers, Warren and Richard; and his granddaughter, Sophia.

A visitation will take place from 6 to 8 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2008, at the Mountain Funeral Home, in Mellen and resume at 10:00 a.m., Friday, at the Congregational United Church of Christ, in Mellen and continue until the hour of service.

Funeral services, for Lynn Neibauer will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, August 1, 2008, at the Congregational United Church of Christ, in Mellen. Reverend James Imse will officiate. His casket bearers will include: David Starr, Jeff Neibauer, Pat Neibauer, Harry Smith, Jody Lutz and Francis Urinko.

Interment will take place in Mellen Union Cemetery, in Mellen, following the church service.

Service details have been entrusted to our Mellen Chapel.

Condolences may be left, for Lynn’s family, by going to the ‘Contact Us’ page of this web site. Within your message, please include: Lynn’s full name, so that we may correctly direct your message to his family and your name, so that they may know from whom the message came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.

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Mary C. Neibauer

Mary C. Neibauer, age 97, of 904 Lake Drive, Mellen, Wisconsin, died Saturday, March 7, 2009, at the Park Manor Nursing Home, in Park Falls, Wisconsin.

Mary was born, on August 1, 1911, in Bessemer, Michigan, the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth (Terpa) Delegan. She was united in marriage to Joseph A. Neibauer, on July 2, 1932, in Mellen, Wisconsin.

She was a member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Mellen. She was always doing something, whether it be working in her garden, taking care of her flowers or working around her house.

Mary is survived by: her daughter, Mary Ann Hausler, of Mellen; six grandsons: Michael Neibauer and Brent Neibauer, both of Marshall, Illinois; Victor Hausler, of Mansfield, Texas; Richard Hausler and his wife, Laurel, of Shreveport, Louisiana; Charles Hausler and his wife, Kelly, of Frisco, Texas; and David Hausler, of Edmond, Oklahoma; numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by: her husband, Joe ‘Sep’ Neibauer, on October 3, 1977; two sons: Robert Neibauer and Richard Neibauer; her parents, Frank and Elizabeth, Delegan; two brothers: George Delegan and Frank Delegan and one sister, Pauline Kerezman.

The visitation, for Mary Neibauer, will begin at 10 a.m., Thursday, March 12, 2009, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, in Mellen, and continue until the hour of the service.

The Mass of Christian Burial, for Mary Neibauer, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, March 12, 2009, at the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, in Mellen. Father Michael McLain, will be the celebrant. Her casket bearers will include: George Delegan, Dennis Delegan, Mark Cegler, Tim Cegler, Peter Ellias and Charles Hausler.

Interment, in the Mellen Union Cemetery, Mellen, will follow the Mass.

Our Mellen Chapel has been entrusted with the privilege of assisting her family with the details of her memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Mary’s family, may be made by going to the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. Please include in your message: Mary’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that they may know from whom your message came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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Charlotte F. Nelson

Charlotte F. Nelson, age 76, of Iron River, Wisconsin, died peacefully at the Memorial Medical Center, in Ashland, Wisconsin, on Monday, October12, 2009.

Charlotte was born, on August 4, 1933, in Ashland, Wisconsin, the daughter of Carl A. and Rose (O’Connor) Nelson. She was their only child. Charlotte moved to Iron River, in July of 1987, where she lived with her foster family, Joe and Sue Pemberton. Until her death, she lived a rich and full life as an integral part of the Pemberton family. She loved being with people and had a wonderful way of enduring herself to others. She had a passion for living and was up for trying all sorts of things. She was fearless and full of fun.

Charlotte is survived by: her foster family members: Joe and Sue Pemberton, Martin Pemberton, Andrea and Mark Phillips, Thomas Pemberton and Megan Beer; her extended foster family members: Beverly Lindquist and Fred Armagost, Acorn and Teal Armagost; and long term caregiver, Anne Samuelson.

A gathering for family and friends will begin at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at the Saint Michael Catholic Church, in Iron River, and continue until the hour of service.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2009, at the Saint Michael Catholic Church, in Iron River. Father Michael Crisp will be the celebrant.

Interment, in Saint Michael Cemetery, Iron River, will follow the Mass.

A light luncheon will follow the interment service.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting Charlotte’s family with her memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Charlotte’s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Charlotte’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that her family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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Maureen C. Nelson

Maureen C. Nelson, age 82, of Mellen, Wisconsin, died on Friday, January 8, 2010, at the Mellen Manor, in Mellen.

Maureen was born, on July 24, 1927, in Mellen, the daughter of Alvin J. and Bergljott (Solberg) Biesemeier. She graduated from the Ashland High School, in Ashland, Wisconsin. She and Walter J. Nelson, Jr. were united in marriage, in Ashland, on June 19, 1948. She and Walter owned and operated Nelson’s Bakery, in Mellen, for over 37 years.

Survivors include: her two daughters: Susan Markee and her husband, Thomas, of Superior, Wisconsin; and Jeanine Carbon and her husband, Timothy, of Highbridge, Wisconsin; four grandchildren: Christine Polkinghorne and her husband, Donald; Diana Markee- O’Brien and her husband Michael; Scott Markee and his wife, Jill; and Ian Carbon; two great-grandchildren: Kathryn and Dane Polkinghorne; nieces and nephews.

Maureen was preceded in death by: her parents; and her husband, Walter, on Mar 28, 2000.

A graveside committal service and inurnment will take place, at the Saint Agnes Cemetery, in Ashland, at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, June 19, 2010.

Our Mellen Chapel will be assisting Maureen’s family with her memorialization, although the details have not yet been finalized.

Messages of condolence, for Maureen ‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Maureen’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that her family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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Vivian P. Nelson

Vivian P. Nelson, age 85, of Ashland, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2011, at the Ashland Health & Rehabilitation Center, in Ashland.

Vivian was born on September 27, 1925, in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, the daughter of Thomas and Mae (Happe) Stam. She attended Northland College. She and Thomas W. Nelson were united in marriage, in Mellen, Wisconsin, on June 19, 1946. She and her husband, Tom, owned and operated Nelson Surveying, in Ashland, for over 40 years. Her love of music touched many lives; as a member of: the Northland College Choir, the First United Methodist Church Choir and the Carrilons Singing Group. She was very active, over the years, with the Boy Scouts of America, as a den mother; and the American Mountain Men Association.

Survivors include: her sons: J. Paul (Donna), of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; and Larry T. (Ellen), of Cable, Wisconsin; her daughter, Sherri L. Nelson Patterson, of Ulysses, Kansas; three grandchildren: Jason R. (Gina), Peter A. (Lindsey), and J.P. Nelson; one great-grandson, Bodi; nieces and nephews.

Vivian was preceded in death by: her husband, Tom, on October 14, 2005; and her parents.

A Gathering, for family and friends, will be held at the First United Methodist Church, in Ashland, beginning at 10 a.m., Thursday, August 25, 2011, and continuing until the hour of service.

A Memorial Service, for Vivian, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, August 25, 2011, at the First United Methodist Church, in Ashland. Pastor Teena Racheli will officiate.

Interment will take place in Mount Hope Cemetery, Ashland.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting Vivian’s family with her memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Vivian‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Vivian’s full name (Vivian P. Nelson), so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that her family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name), on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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Richard Neumann

Richard Neumann, age 75, of Ashland, Wisconsin died peacefully in his sleep while at home on Sunday, October 16, 2011. He was born, on May 6, 1936, in Cleveland, Ohio, the son of Herman and Frieda Neumann.

Dick graduated from Parma High School, in Cleveland, where he lettered in track, football and basketball. He went on to earn a Master’s Degree and a Ph.D. in Zoology from Syracuse University. He completed his post doctorate work at Rice University and Cornell University.

In 1962 he married Vilma (Joyce) Neumann (Zucker) and together they raised their son, Eric Christian Neumann and daughter, Heather Ann Neumann.

After teaching at Elmira College, Dick moved his family to Ashland, Wisconsin, in 1975, where he taught as Professor of Biology at Northland College until he retired with Emeritus standing. While at Northland, Dick also acted as score keeper for the men’s and women’s basketball teams for a decade. Dick, who was affectionately known as “Doc” on campus, was devoted to nurturing the exploratory needs of his Northland College students and led many student trips to several African countries and the Galapagos Islands. He continued to travel abroad with his wife after his retirement.

Dick and his family were proud of his 30 years of sobriety.

Dick was preceded in death by: his mother; father; brother, Ralph Neumann; and mourned the recent passing of his brother, Harold Neumann. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Vilma (Joyce) Neumann; son, Eric Neumann, of Mellen, Wisconsin; daughter, Heather Neumann, of Ashland; daughter-in-law, Laura (Tuovila) Neumann; grandson, Bodi Neumann; granddaughter, Brooke Neumann; and dear family friend, Lloyd Reynolds, of Ravenna, Ohio.

A celebration of life will be held Saturday, October 22, 2011, at 9:30 a.m, at the Alvord Theatre in the Ponzio Center, located on the Northland College campus. Parking is available behind the Center. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the Wisconsin Talking Book and Braille Library, 813 West Wells Street, Milwaukee, WI 53233, or, due to Dick’s avid love of classical music, memorials may be made to the Chequamegon Symphony Orchestra, in care of Linda Calhan, 1119 Ellis Avenue, Ashland, WI 54806.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting Dick’s family with his memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Dick‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Dick’s full name (Richard Neumann), so that we may accurately direct your message to his family; and your name, so that his family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name), on the CONDOLENCE N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.

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Ruth C. Nielsen

Ruth C. Nielsen, age 94, of Ashland, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2011, at the Golden Living Center-Court Manor, in Ashland.

Ruth was born, on April 22, 1917, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Carl M. and Jeanette (Gibbs) Nielsen. Ruth was employed at an advertising agency for over 20 years. She enjoyed playing the piano and reading.

Survivors include: her niece, Mary Ann (Michael) Lawless, of Glen Cove, Long Island, New York; a great-niece, Deborah (Jamie) Catacosinos, of Long Island, New York; two great nephews: John (Amy) Daly, of Locust Valley, New York; and Dave (Sandy) Daly, of Valatie, New York.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; and her brother, Louis.

A visitation, for family and friends, will be held at the Mountain Funeral Home, in Ashland, beginning at 10 a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2011, and continuing until the hour of service.

A funeral service, for Ruth, will be held at 11a.m., Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at the Mountain Funeral Home, in Ashland. Father Gary Bernhardt, O.F.M. will officiate.

Interment will take place, in Saint Agnes Cemetery, Ashland, immediately following the funeral.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting Ruth’s family with her memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Ruth‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Ruth’s full name (Ruth C. Nielsen), so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that her family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name), on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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Martha V. Nortunen

Martha V. Nortunen, age 83, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2011 in her Mellen, Wisconsin home.

Martha was born, on February 20, 1927, in Marengo, Wisconsin, the daughter of Thomas and Fredriika (Kortesluoma) Nortunen. She worked in the housekeeping department at Court Manor in Ashland for over 30 years.

Survivors include her sisters: Elvie Huhn of Highbridge, Wisconsin; and Jennie Peltonen, of Marengo; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; three sisters: Hannah, Ruth and one in infancy; and four brothers: Mathew, Sulo, Arvo and Leonard.

A visitation, for family and friends, will be held at Mountain Funeral Home, in Mellen, from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, January 16, 2010. The visitation will continue, on Monday, at the Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church, in Marengo, beginning at 10 a.m., and continuing until the hour of the service.

A Funeral Service, for Martha, will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, January 17, 2011, at the Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church, in Marengo. Vicar Scott Holoubek will officiate. Her casket bearers will include: Brent Jaeger, Cody Jaeger, Mike Nortunen, Austin Ellias, Thomas Peters, and Todd Juoni. Honorary bearers will include: Josie Jaeger, Meg Ellias, Morgan Ellias, and Hanah Juoni.

Our Mellen Chapel will be assisting Martha’s family with her memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Martha‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Martha’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to her family; and your name, so that her family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to her family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under her name and the date we received it.

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John (Jack) O’Brien

On November 22, 2009, John (Jack) O’Brien, 57, left this life to watch over his nephew, Jeff Offer and his niece, Kym Fox, who preceded him in death, and to be with his mother and father, Ann and Randall O’Brien, and his two baby sisters, Mary and Mary Clarice.

Jack was born in and lived in Ashland, leaving only to attend UW-Stevens Point where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree with a triple major in psychology, sociology, and anthropology.  He returned to Ashland in 1976 as the owner and operator of The Stagecoach Inn.  In reality, Jack also holds a Ph.D in psychology from UW-Stagecoach, where he spent over thirty wonderful years with his Stagecoach family.

Jack was a loyal and loving brother, brother-in-law, and uncle.  Jack is survived by his second family, his siblings, Pat Offer of Madison, WI,  Scherrie (Toby) Moris of Milwaukee, WI,  Judi (Earl) Anderson of Springfield, IL, Toni (Marlene) O’Brien of Marinette, WI, Joe (Amy) O’Brien of Lake Wylie, South Carolina, Mike (Julie) O’Brien of Eau Claire, WI and Geri “Nuffy” O’Brien of West Bend, WI; his nieces Holly Hansen, Eryn Moris, Nicole Anderson, Kaitlin O’Brien, Laura Langley, Erin (Greg) Ludick; his nephews Gregg (Aleesha) Offer, Thad (Leah) Moris, Matt O’Brien; and many great nieces and nephews.

The O’Brien siblings concede that we are Jack’s second family.  To his Stagecoach family – we can only tell you how proud we are that our brother was such a great person for so many of you.  We are humbled by his compassion and humor, but most of all, his charitable heart.  Jack’s legacy was captured in his last few days with your letters, phone calls, visits, and statements of tearful love.  Thank you.  Very special thanks and love go to Erin and Ray.

Jack was a bartender/psychologist extraordinaire.  He listened with care and compassion and when he finally spoke he was calm and soothing, like listening to a great Irish tenor.  As many told us, Jack was a life mentor.

A gathering of family and friends honoring Jack’s life will be held from 3 to 8 p.m. with a family sharing time at 7:30 on Friday, Nov 27, 2009 at the Mountain Funeral Home in Ashland.

A Celebration of Jack’s life will be held from noon to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, Nov 28, 2009 at O’Brien’s Stagecoach Inn in Ashland.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers please send donations to The BRICK or Faith in Action, in memory of Jack’s mother, Ann O’Brien.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting Jack’s family with his memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Jack ‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Jack’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to his family; and your name, so that his family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.

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John P. Ochsner

John P. Ochsner, age 69, of Ashland, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, August 16, 2010, at the Ashland Health and Rehabilitation Center, in Ashland.

John was born, on June 16, 1941, in Syracuse, New York, the son of Philip O. and F. Esther (Myers) Ochsher. He and Rosella Z. Claypool were united in marriage, in Denver, Colorado, on June 4, 1966.

John was the manager of Woolworth’s, in Ashland, for over 18 years; the circulation director, at the Ashland Daily Press, for over six years; and an MSI insurance agent, in Ashland, for over 15 years. He was named “Keeper of the Light” for the Ashland County Republican Party, for his work as their secretary, since he moved to Ashland, in 1975. He was an active member of the Ashland Kiwanis Club and a 30 year member of Girl Scouts of America. John could name the third string of the Green Bay Packers, thought it important to express ideas on the editorial page and cherished sharing in the lives of his wife, their three daughters, their husbands and all of his grandchildren. He was especially concerned with the direction of this country.

Survivors include: Rosi, his wife of 44 years, of Ashland; their daughters: Major Barbara (Marc Abel) Ochsner, of Dayton, Ohio; Carol Ochsner, of Monroe, Wisconsin; and Deborah (Gene) Brinker, of Ashland; and six grandchildren: Malakai Gruenhagen, Isabel Gruenhagen, Jackson Brinker, Elena Brinker, Mayella Brinker and Glenn Ochsner. He is also survived by: two brothers: Timothy (Helene) Ochsner, of Chula Vista, California; and Mark Ochsner, of Escondido, CA; one sister, Christine (John) Johnson, of Albuquerque, New Mexico; many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, Philip O. and F. Esther Ochsher; and one grandson, Matthew A. Brinker.

A gathering of family and friends will begin at 10 a.m., Friday, August 20, 2010, at the Mountain Funeral Home in Ashland, and continue until noon.

Private interment will take place at a later date.

Memorials may be directed to the Chequamegon Area Kiwanis Club or The Friends of Camp Roundelay.

Our Ashland Chapel will be assisting John’s family with his memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for John‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: John’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to his family; and your name, so that his family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.

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Sylvester Leroy Otto

Sylvester Leroy Otto, age 76, of Mellen WI, passed away on Wednesday, March 30, 2011, at the Mellen Manor Nursing Home, in Mellen.

Sylvester was born, on November 11, 1934, in Mellen, Wisconsin, the son of John and Margaret (Develski) Otto. He graduated from Mellen High School and served with U.S. Army. Sylvester worked for Chrysler Motors for over 30 years. He enjoyed fixing things, antiques and old cars.

Survivors include: his two brothers: Daniel (Dorothy) Otto, of Mellen; and Alvin (Sandra) Otto of Ashland; his sister, Margaret (Bill) Dahl, of Ashland; many nieces and nephews.

Sylvester was preceded in death by: his daughter, Vicky Otto; his parents, John and Margaret Otto; his brothers: George and John Otto; and his sister Kathryn Otto.

A gathering, for family and friends, will be held at the Congregational United Church of Christ, in Mellen, beginning at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2011, and continuing until the hour of the service.

A memorial service, for Sylvester will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, April 2, 2011, at the Congregational United Church of Christ, in Mellen. Pastor James Imse will officiate. Military honors will be provided by Copper Falls VFW Post #2273, of Mellen.

Interment, in the Mount Hope Cemetery, Highbridge, Wisconsin, will follow the service.

Service arrangements have been entrusted to the Mountain Funeral Home and Cremation Services, of Mellen and Ashland, Wisconsin.

Our Mellen Chapel will be assisting Sylvester’s family with his memorialization.

Messages of condolence, for Sylvester‘s family, may be left at the ’Contact Us’ page of this web site. In your message, please include: Sylvester’s full name, so that we may accurately direct your message to his family; and your name, so that his family will know from whom it came. Your message will be printed and given to his family. Your message will also be available for viewing (with no identification other than your name) on the CONDOLENCES N-O page of this web site, filed under his name and the date we received it.