The couple owned and operated the Berrens Bakery in Chilton for many years. Art preceded her in death on September 8, 1997. She was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, formerly St. Augustine Parish, and was devoted to the Perpetual Adoration Chapel. Mary was a sweet and caring woman with a deep and profound faith; throughout her life, many significant trials presented themselves and Mary's faith never waivered. In fact, it was that well rooted faith that carried her into better days and a time which she could give thanks to God for the life He had blessed her with. Mary truly enjoyed every day of retirement, filling her time with latch hook, puzzles, and rooting on the Chicago Cubs; on occasion she would be seen cheering for the Brewers if their victory was of positive impact on her beloved Cubs. She was always looking out for others, making sure that the people in her family were put first in her life.

Her granddaughters brought her the greatest joy in life, and Mary treasured each and every moment she was able to spend with them. She will be fondly remembered, and greatly missed by her children: Linda (Bruce) Sweetman, Lori Brocker; 2 grandchildren: Jessica (Mike) Allison, Leah (Matt Harrer) Sweetman; 2 great-grandchildren: Gabe & Nate; 3 step-grandchildren: Mindy, Steph & Mike; and 3 sisters: Sharon Zorn, Pattie (Bernie) Geiser, and Debbie Dotson. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Sylvester & Leona; a step-father: Pat Berrens; a daughter and son-in-law: Louise (Dan) Kastelic; and 3 sisters: Ruthie, Deloris, Gladys, & Shirley. Funeral services were held January 7, 2012, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Chilton with the Rev. Bob Kollath officiating. Burial followed in the St. Augustine Catholic Cemetery.

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He went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, following a period of declining health and strength.

He lived a life wrapped in the love of Jesus. He would have us remember one thing: know Jesus, live, trust and rest in Him. His family cherishes the memories of his faithful love for all, which was rooted in Jesus' love for him.

Otto A. Maas, a son given by the Lord, to Fred and Adaila Maas, was born in Watertown, Wis., on August 27, 1933. He was drafted into the United States Army on October 22, 1953, and served as light truck, ambulance and personal driver for higher ranking officers in both the U.S. and France until his honorable discharge on October 11, 1953. On July 11, 1953 he married Beverly Stache, who, together for more than 58 years, raised four children and experienced a joyous and fruitful life in the faithful companionship which the Lord had entrusted to them.

Surviving along with his wife, are a brother, Frederick "Fritz" (Betty) Maas, two sisters, Florence Loomens and Lillian Maas, two daughters, Kathleen (Tom) Teague and Lorna (Mike) Olson, and one son Kevin (Marti) Maas. He will also be remembered by 7 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Fred and Adaila, a son Brett, and three sisters, Anita Stache, Freida Stache and Ester Jischkowsky.

Otto enjoyed fishing, camping, hunting, woodworking and wasn't afraid to get his hands dirty on automobile repairs. He was willing to try and do just about anything he thought he was capable of. Otto worked for Carnation Co. in Chilton for more than 22 years and was able to enjoy retirement at an early age.

We rejoice in the knowledge that he has been called home to live forever with his Savior. The Church was the focus of his life, which he served faithfully and displayed the Christian graces which today so richly bless our memories.
His family takes this occasion to thank their many friends for the kindnesses which have been given during this time of sorrow. Christian friends and family are indeed the most meaningful gifts of life.

Funeral service will be at Noon on Saturday, February 4, 2012, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Rantoul (N6080 West River Rd., Hilbert), with the Rev. Tim Benninghoff officiating. Burial will follow in the Parish Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, February 4, 2012.

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Kim is survived by her husband, Jon, her daughters, Rachel of Milwaukee, WI, and Cara of Nashville, TN, her mother, Katheryn of Crown Point, IN, her siblings, Lori (Herb) Sitter of Highland, IN, and Dan (Denise) Fronek of Crown Point, IN, her numerous neices and nephews, and her special friend, Erika Geiser.

Kim was preceded in death by her father, maternal grandparents, Bernard and Anna Jansen, and paternal grandparents, Frank and Ruth Fronek.

Kim was a Certified Management Acountant. She spent her childhood in Northwestern Indiana and recieved her B.S. in Management from Purdue University in 1981. She began her career at Furst-McNess in Freeport, IL as a financial and tax analyst.

In 1985, Kim and Jon began Hilbert Veterinary Service, now High Cliff Veterinary Service, Inc., where she oversaw financial aspects of the business until her death. They were also the owners of Thorn Creek Stable, which breeds and trains show ponies and horses, producing several world and national champions. Kim was on the board of directors of the Central States Pony Association and was a member of the American Show Pony Registry committee of the American Shetland Pony Club. Her love of showing and training ponies began with her childhood best friend Bernard (Ben) Jansen, also known as "Gramps."

Kim was an active member of Covenant Church in Appleton, WI. She loved all animals, especially her ponies, dog, and even the mice in her cupboards.

She enjoyed traveling to visit her daughters, spending time with her great neices and nephews (whom she called "the greats") gardening and "garden walks," auctions, and decorating for Christmas. Meeting dear friends at horse and pony shows was always a special event. Kim loved building friendships wherever she went.

Special thanks to Pastor Mark Pluimer and the congregation of Covenant Church, Dr. Goggins and the nurses and staff of Fox Valley Hematology and Oncology, SC, and St Paul Hospice, especially Paul.

A funeral service for Kimberly Jo Dees was held on Monday, January 30, 2012, at Covenant Church, 1601 Covenant Lane, Appleton. A memorial fund is being established in Kim's name.

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He was born January 9, 1923, in Chilton, son of the late Michael & Mary Ann (Seidel) Mand. He married Thelma T. Vogel of Chilton in 1948; they had 12 children. She preceded him in death following a battle with cancer in June of 1977.

He married Alice Kilroy, formerly of Pittsburgh, Penn., in September of 1978. They met at the Calumet County Courthouse, where they both worked. Alice had three children from her first marriage to John Kilroy, Sr., who passed away in 1975 following a battle with cancer. Alice preceded Bob in death in July of 2008.

Robert was a WWII veteran, having served as a communications specialist with the 290th Combat Engineers Battalion in Europe from 1943 until 1946.

After the war, Bob took a two year apprenticeship program through the Fond du Lac Business College and UW Madison as a butter maker and dairy plant operator. He worked for the Chilton Creamery as a butter maker from 1946 until 1951. Then, for two years he worked as assistant supervisor for Curtiss Candy Company in the Farm Division.

In 1953, Bob started his own business, Mand's Dairy of Chilton, as a manufacturer and distributor of dairy products until 1968. Bob then became an insurance agent for Metropolitan Life Insurance between 1968 and 1978. During this time, he also served as chairman of the Chilton City Recreation Department and the City Youth Center.

Bob was elected to the Calumet County Board of Supervisors for three terms; 1974, 1976, & 1978. He also worked for the State of Wisconsin DILHR/Job Service in the Manitowoc office from 1978 until 1981; he had a hand in various programs including the Hmong Refugee Program.

In 1982, Bob was appointed Register of Deeds by then-Gov. Tommy Thompson to fill a vacancy. He was re-elected three times until his retirement in 1988. Bob and Alice were members of the Calumet County Republican Party. Bob was chosen as Chilton's Man of the Year in 1977 for his long service to the community.

He helped start the Cub Scouts and served as it's first Cub Master for more than 10 years. He was involved in the Chilton Kiwanis Club, the United Fund, the American Legion, Chilton Chamber of Commerce, and the local AFS Chapter, acting as host family to an exchange student from Thailand between 1968-1969, and from Chile between 1983-1984. He was a former member of St. Mary's Catholic Parish in Chilton, where he served as a Lay Lector, Communion Distributor, and volunteered on the Parish Board and served as a Religious Education Teacher. He was also a Past Lay Director of the Green Bay Diocese Cursillo movement, and was a member of the Bishop's Charities Game Committee for 20 years.

Survivors include his children: James (Shirley) Mand of Madison, John (Patti) Mand of Racine, Ken (Pam) Mand of DePere, Patty (Kim Tomasello) Mand of Wauwautosa, Robert, (Karen) Mand of Green Bay, Joan (Cal) Scholz of New Holstein, Michael Mand of Kiel, Mary (Jeff) Kolbe of Chilton, Susan (Larry) Koehler of Chilton, David (Ann Gevelinger) Mand of Menasha, Barb (Jerry Sauermilch) Metscher of Sheboygan; step children: Margaret VanWinkel of Granite City, IL, John (Jill) Kilroy, Jr. of Springfield, IL, Bridget (Paul) Engel of New Holstein; 26 grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his two wives: Thelma and Alice; a son: Steve Mand; and four brothers: Joseph, Wesley, Frank and Edwin Mand.
Funeral service will be held at Noon on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012, at the Wieting Family Funeral Home (1212 Teckla Place) in Kiel, with the Rev. Judine Duerwaechter officiating. Burial will be in the St. Charles Catholic Cemetery in Charlesburg.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012.

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She was born April 8, 1920, in Charlestown, daughter of the late James & Julia (Boettcher) Cullen. She married Arthur Bruns on Nov. 22, 1947 in Charlestown. Pearl worked for the Leverenz Shoe Factory in New Holstein for many years until retirement in 1982.

She was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church, formerly St. Augustine Parish. During her time at St. Augustine's, Pearl volunteered countless hours with the Christian Mothers where she served numerous funeral dinners. Pearl was extremely proud of her Catholic Irish Heritage and certainly knew how to have a good time, but she also carried with her a strong work ethic.

Farming, gardening and canning at home kept her busy while she raised her family. In her free time, Pearl would attend Thiel's auctions where she purchased several antiques and collectibles. Above all other worldly blessings, Pearl treasured spending time with her family.

Survivors include her three children: Colleen (Gene) Enneper of Chilton, Jim Bruns of Oregon (the state), Sheila (George) Engel of Appleton; five grandchildren: Tina (Tony) Mueller, Tanya (Bob) Jumbeck, Shawn (Kayla) Enneper, Cadi, and Joey Engel; three great-grandchildren: Wil & Clare Jumbeck, and Dane Enneper; and a sister-in-law: Lucille Cullen of Chilton.

Pearl was preceded in death by her husband, Art; two brothers and two sisters.

Funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011, at Good Shepherd Catholic Church (54 E. Main St.) in Chilton, with the Rev. Bob Kollath officiating. Burial will be in the St. Augustine Catholic Cemetery. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until 11:15 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

The family would like to thank the entire staff at the Chilton Care Center for their loving care. Thank you also to Father Bob, Deacon Dennis, the staff of the Wieting Family Funeral Home, Dr. Tipler, and family and friends who offered untold support.

Memorials are appreciated in the name of Pearl A. Bruns for the Alzheimers Association.

May the road rise to meet her; may the wind be always at her back; may the sun shine warm upon her face and the rains fall softly upon her fields. And until wee meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand. Love ya, your Irish Family.

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Survivors include her husband Lester, 6 children, Wendy (Kurt) McCulloch of West Bend, Connie (Stephen) Westlake of Georgia, Mark (Linda) of Brillion, David (Sue) of Brillion, Steve (Kay) of Shawano, and Dan (Diane) of Bonduel, 19 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Six step children, Dawn (Dave) Van Elzen of Menasha, Jill (Rick) Dowland of Forest Junction, Kandy Keller of Appleton, Lisa (Anthony) Mills of New York ,Stacy (Mike) Powell of Kaukauna, Kyle Keller and special friend Kim Greiling of Forest Junction, 22 step grandchildren, 8 step great grandchildren, a sister Lois (Wallace) Drescher of Appleton, a brother Larry (Sheren) Breitrick of Appleton, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Harriet (Howard) Heimke, Marge Horn, Dorothy Bosserman, Florence Enneper, Walter (Lois) Keller, Earl (Jean) Keller, and many nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Janet was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers. Funeral service was held Tuesday, Dec. 20, at Zion United Methodist Church in Forest Junction. The Rev. Becky Kindschi officiated. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Janet's name. Online condolences may be made at wieting-funeralhome.com

WILMER G. LEMKE

Wilmer G. Lemke, age 89, of Chilton, died on Wednesday, October 26, 2011, at Century Ridge in Chilton. He was born February 4, 1922, in the Town of Rantoul, son of the late Arthur & Anna (Papke) Lemke. He married Isabelle A. Leitner on May 25, 1944, at St. Martin Catholic Church in Charlestown; she preceded him in death on September 1, 2010. Wilmer had worked a short time at Brillion Iron Works before starting a career at Aluminum Specialty where he perfected the art of metal buffing. His skills became 'World Renowned' when he and Isabelle were flown to plants in Brazil and Mexico to teach others the importance and art of metal buffing.

Charles Nikolai

A longtime resident of Chilton, Charles “Chuck” Nikolai, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 20 in Denver, Colo., after a battle with cancer. Chuck was born in Marshfield, Wis., on Jan. 11, 1931. In 1954, he married the love of his life, Carol Beyer. They moved to Chilton in 1960 when he started his career as an extension agent with the University of Wisconsin. He spent the next 20 years working with 4-H and other youth in Calumet County. Chuck supported the Calumet County Ski Hill for many years as a ski instructor and member of the Ski Patrol. He also chaperoned many hundreds of youth from Calumet County at Camp Bird 4-H camp in Crivitz, Wis.

As a young man, Chuck worked as a farm hand in northern Illinois and as a lumberjack in Oregon. He served in the Korean War for over a year and then came back to Wisconsin to settle down with his new wife. Chuck and Carol left Chilton in 1979 when he was assigned as the extension agent in Iron County, Wis., and subsequently in Teller County, Colo., where he and Carol were residents of Cripple Creek for many years. After retiring as an extension agent, Chuck worked at Nerco Minerals in Cripple Creek and served as a member of the ambulance crew for many years. An avid golfer, he celebrated two holes-in-one, the latest one in November 2010 in Yuma, Ariz., where he lived since 2007.

He is survived by his six children, Terri Fox of Iron Mountain, MI, Julie Nikolai of Estes Park, CO, Sue (Markian) Nikolai-Feduschak of Eagle, CO, Greg (Mary) Nikolai of Grafton, WI, Eric (Michelle) Nikolai, of Saint Jacob, IL, and Paul (Paula) Nikolai, of Keenesburg, CO. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren, three great grandchildren, and was looking forward to the birth of his fourth great grandchild this spring.

He was preceded in death by his wife Carol in 2001 and by his parents, and seven of his siblings.

He will always be remembered as a loving and caring father, husband, grandfather and friend. He will be missed by his family though they take comfort that he is now reunited with his wife Carol. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either Walking Mountains Science Center (970-827-9725 x121, www.walkingmountains.org) or American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org, 800-227-2345, press 2 for donations). For both, please note that your gift is in memory of Chuck Nikolai.

Marvelous Marv, born to William and Loretta Hoerth on Aug. 31, 1936, in Stockbridge, grew up on the family farm before venturing west to work for the railroads after graduation from New Holstein High School in 1954. He rode the rails back to Green Bay to work as a mechanic at Lou's Standard Service in the late '50s before returning to New Holstein to open Marv's Standard Service, repairing automobiles and pumping gas. He married Kathleen O'Brien on April 19, 1958, at St. James Church in Cooperstown.

In 1968, Marv and Kathy moved to Maribel, Wis., to operate The Pines tavern, a social gathering spot for local regulars and travelers passing through on Highway 151. After quenching thirsts, lending an ear, and turning off the 'open' light, he woke up a few hours later and made the one-hour trek back to New Holstein to work full-time in the testing lab at Tecumseh Engines.

He fine-tuned the performance of lawnmower and snowblower engines as an engineering lab technician for 30 years until retiring in March 1999.

Marv and Kathy moved back to New Holstein in 1974. While continuing his career at Tecumseh, Marv also gave back to his hometown by dedicating a third of his life to public service.

Voters elected him to the city council in 1985 and then for 12 more terms after that, serving in office until 2011. His work on the council included chairing the Board of Health, Board of Public Works, and Airport Commission.
He also served on the Planning Commission and helped negotiate labor contracts. Marv was also a 10-year board member of the New Holstein Historical Society from 1985-1995.

In between, he found time to participate in bowling and softball leagues, pitched horseshoes, and was unbeatable in lawn darts.

As a Green Bay Packer season ticket holder since 1957, Marv's reputation as a fan was legendary. Besides loyal attendance at regular season games, he froze in the stands during the Ice Bowl, froze again 40 years later in the NFC championship game against the Giants, partied in New Orleans for Super Bowl XXXI, and thrilled visitors to his home with extensive team memorabilia.

His sense of humor and lifelong youthful zest for life entertained all who knew him. His humble service to others and love for his family was unmatched. Marv was always willing to help others while asking nothing in return.

A sentimental big-hearted guy, he snapped thousands of photos of friends and family.

Birthdays and holidays inevitably meant a mushy greeting card was in the mail.
Recipients of those cards include his surviving wife of 53 years, Kathleen; two sons and a daughter, Jeff and Kellie Hoerth of Kirkland, Wash., Greg Hoerth and special friend, Diane LeClair of Fall City, Wash., and Jennifer and John Cook of Issaquah, Wash.; three grandchildren, Tamara, Max, and Eva; a twin sister, Marlene Schneider of Kiel, and a brother, Ronald Hoerth of Manitowoc; sisters-in-law Mary Hoerth, MaryAnn O'Brien, and Colleen O'Brien; brothers-in-law Donald Kemnitz and Fr. William O'Brien; more than a dozen nephews and nieces, two aunts, an uncle, hundreds of friends and thousands of acquaintances.

He was preceded in death and reunites in heaven with a son, Ricky, a brother, Gene, his parents, and many other friends and relatives with whom he shared good times.

A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 am on Friday, Aug. 26, 2011, at Holy Rosary Church at 1724 Madison Street in New Holstein with Father Harold Berryman officiating. Burial will take place in the church cemetery.
Family and friends may pay their respects from 4 to 8 pm on Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011, at Sippel Funeral Home, 2618 Altona Avenue in New Holstein and also on Friday morning at the funeral home from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

A very heartfelt thanks goes to the many caregivers, friends, neighbors, hospital and nursing home staff who reached out to aid Dad as his challenges became insurmountable.

The world is a much better place for Marv having been here. Now heaven can make the same claim.

SURVIVORS: three sons, John (LaVerne) Emerich, Ripon, Gary (Judith) Emerich, Mt. Calvary, Dale (Karie) Chapman, Berlin; eleven grandchildren; eighteen great grandchildren; one sister-in-law, Eleanore Gebhart, Kiel; one brother-in-law, Samuel Curtis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husbands, Alvin Emerich and Wayne Chapman; two sisters, Virginia (Warren) Jodar, Mildred Curtis; two brothers, Robert Gebhart, Wallace Gebhart; one infant brother, David Gebhart.

VISITATION will be from 9:30 – 11:30 AM on Friday, August 26, 2011 at St. Peter's Catholic Church, St. Peter. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, August 26, 2011 at St. Peter's Catholic Church. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Cemetery.

The family extends a special thank you to the staff of Juliette Manor and Agnesian Hopice for the care given to Kathleen over the years.

Uecker-Witt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Additional information and guest book may be found at ueckerwitt.com.