Bio: Abbott, Patricia (Nursing Graduate – 1971)
Transcriber: : Stan
Surnames: Abbott, Keller
----Source: Tribune/Record/Gleaner (Loyal, Wis.) 24 Jun 1971
Wisconsin June 13, 1971 to attend the graduation of their granddaughter,
Partrica Abbott, from Deaconess Hospital School of Nursing.
She ahs accepted a position for one year, to work at Children's Hospital. She
has not decided if she will attend the fourth year at the University Hospital,
Madison, or will join the Peace Corps.
BioM: Marriage
Licenses (Apr/May - 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Brubaker, Newswanger, Fuentes, Uthmeier, Bowen, Nolt, Zimmerman,
Hoover, Burkholder, Sauder, Zook, Gingerich, Huston, Brubacker, Weaver, Zeist,
Pohlman, Zettler, Sperry, Zahradka
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Marriage Licenses (Apr/May - 2024)
Albert Z. Brubaker. Town of Withee, to Judith I. Newswanger, Town of Reseburg,
April 13, at Town of Worden.
Alejandro R. Fuentes, to Tami L. Fuentes, both of city of Owen, April 1, at city
of Owen.
Thomas R. Uthmeier, to Sheila R. Bowen, both of Marathon County, April 20, in
Wood County.
David Z. Nolt, to Wilma M. Zimmerman, both of Town of Colby, April 25, at the
Town of Colby.
James N. Hoover, Town of Colby, to Anita Z. Burkholder, Town of Longwood, April
11, at Town of Longwood.
Lamar B. Newswanger, Town of Mayville, to Jolene R. Sauder, Town of Colby, May
2, at Town of Colby.
Freddie E. Zook, Town of Loyal, to Fannie A. Gingerich, Town of Sherman, April
11, at Town of Sherman.
Leland R. Huston, Town of Unity, to Bethany J. Brubacker, Town of Beaver, April
20, at Town of Unity.
John D. Weaver, Taylor Co., to Michelle L. Brubacker, Town of York, May 11, at
Town of Green Grove.
Clair S. Zimmerman, Town of Hixon, to Janette Z. Zeiset, Town of Withee, April
23, at Town of Withee.
Mitchell C. Pohlman, to Emily C. Zettler, both of Loyal, April 27, at Loyal.
Matthew A. Sperry, to Ashley A. Zahradka, both of Marathon County, May 18, in
Wood County.
Bio:
Anderson-Ruskin, Addison – NSDAR Honors NHS Student (2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Anderson-Ruskin, Hagen
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Anderson-Ruskin, Addison – NSDAR Honors NHS Student (2024)
Addison Anderson-Ruskin (left) accepts the Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens Award
from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Nay-osh-ing
chapter vice regent, Joanne Hagen (right). Submitted photo
The Nay-osh-ing Chapter, Plover, National Society Daughters of the American
Revolution (NSDAR) held their annual Awards Night meeting in March to honor
students selected to receive the Daughters of the Revolution (DAR) Good Citizens
Award.
Addison Anderson-Ruskin was selected as the DAR Good student by Neillsville High
School.
The program began with an overview of NSDAR and the history of the Nay-osh-ing
chapter, followed by an explanation of criteria used to select DAR Good Citizen
students, which is dependability, service to others, leadership and patriotism.
The program is open to all senior class students enrolled in accredited public
or private secondary schools in good standing with the State.
Anderson-Ruskin provided the audience with an overview of her school and
community accomplishments, as well as future goals. She was then presented with
the DAR Good Citizen Awards, which included a certificate, pin and wallet card.
Meeting attendees were served a meal provided by the Nay-osh-ing chapter
following the award program.
Anyone interested in learning more about NSDAR or the Nay-osh-ing chapter may
contact us via nayoshingdar@gmail.com.
Bio: Wuethrich,
Avry (DAR Good Citizen - 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Wuethrich
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Greenwood-Wuethrich, Avry (DAR Good Citizen - 2024)
Avry Wuethrich of Greenwood was presented the Good Citizen Award from the Eau
Claire chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution April 1.
Submitted photo
Avry Wuethrich, daughter of Trevor and Tonia Wuethrich of Greenwood, was
presented the Good Citizen Award from the Eau Claire chapter of the Daughters of
the American Revolution (DAR) at a ceremony April 1.
This award is given to a high school senior who excels academically,
participates in extracurricular activities and is active in the community.
Wuethrich was most proud of being the president of the student council, Family
Careers and Community Leaders of America and Spanish Club, was vice president of
her class and the National Honor Society, serving as captain of the girls’
volleyball and basketball teams, and being an active member of FFA.
In addition, Wuethrich was named valedictorian of her graduating class with a
cumulative 4.0 grade-point average, has received all-conference awards for both
volleyball and basketball and volunteers regularly for the community.
Wuethrich plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Madison and major in
economics.
Approximately two dozen high schools in the Chippewa Valley and beyond
participate in the program and select a student to represent their schools. All
the students are “topnotch,” and DAR members are proud to recognize these
exceptional students.
The DAR, founded in 1890, is a volunteer women’s service organization dedicated
to “keeping America strong by promoting patriotism, preserving U.S. history and
supporting education programs.” Current DAR members fund local scholarships,
pioneer historic restorations and lead volunteer projects in their communities.
News: Neillsville
- Fundraiser Helps Military Personnel Visit Family (2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Sampson, Gibboney
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Fundraiser Helps Military Personnel Visit Family (2024)
Jodi Sampson holds her son, Benjamin Gibboney’s scrapbook. Sampson started a
fundraiser called “Send a Soldier Home: One Painting at a Time.”
June Thompson/Clark County Press
“Send a Soldier Home: One Painting at a Time” is a fundraiser started by Jodi
Sampson and her family to help finance newly stationed soldiers’ first-time
visit home to their families.
This fundraiser began in 2016 but was suspended in 2020 due to the Covid-19
pandemic. Sampson is planning this fundraiser again as an annual event.
She first started “Send a Soldier Home” when her son, Benjamin Gibboney,
enlisted in the Army. The fundraiser helped to bring Gibboney home for his first
visit. After Sampson’s son was stationed in Alaska, he was able to come home to
Wisconsin and visit family.
“[The soldiers] make very little money when they start in the military,” said
Sampson. “They don’t get much notice for leave, so that’s why their airline
tickets are so much.”
Sampson’s family members have served in the military.
“My father was in the Air Force and my brother was in the Army,” Sampson said.
“My son, Benjamin, said he wanted to be just like my brother, Dennis, a career
soldier.”
Benjamin Gibboney prepared for his military career before graduating from high
school. He attended training in Wausau. At 17 years old, he enlisted and went to
basic training at Fort Benning, GA.
“My husband, Greg, and I went to Benjamin’s graduation along with his father,
Steven Gibboney and his wife, Darcie,” said Sampson.
Benjamin Gibboney is currently stationed Fort Wainwright in Fairbanks, AK. He is
a Staff Sergeant and serves in the infantry.
“I don’t think people realize what military people give up,” said Sampson.
To bring Benjamin Gibboney home the first time, Sampson knew crafters who
suggested having a “paint party” to raise funds to pay for airline tickets. They
made enough money to send their son and his friend home.
“The ‘Send a Soldier Home: One Painting at a Time’ is painting an American flag
wood barn quilt,” said Sampson. “I’d love to raise $3000.”
Sampson hopes this amount would send four military people home. “They just need
to be from Wisconsin, and it has to be their first trip home. We always sent
someone home who’s from Wisconsin—any branch of the military. It’s a great way
for people to give back to someone local.” said Jodi Sampson.
“Send a Soldier Home: One Painting at a Time” fundraiser has sent five service
members home.
“The parent or soldier will purchase the tickets. When they tell us what the
amount is, we give them a check for the amount,” said Sampson. “It’s a first
come, first serve basis. We’ll put names on a list.”
The “Send a Soldier Home: One Painting at a Time” fundraiser will be held
Friday, April 19 at the American Legion Post 73 during the Friday fish fry. The
Paint Party starts at 7 p.m.
For more information, contact Jodi Sampson at 715-937-1463.
News: Neillsville
- Legion Auxiliary Post 320 Helps Feed My People (2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Elfering, Kath, Wolfgram
----Source: Clark County Press (Neillsville, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Legion Auxiliary Post 320 Helps Feed My People (2024)
The Feed My People Food Bank arrived in Humbird to disperse food to people,
March 26.
By June Thompson
Inflation has affected food prices so much that feeding a family cost much more.
And it can be a struggle to pay the higher prices.
Yet, there is a solution: Feed My People Food Bank in Eau Claire. Feed My People
comes twice a month to Humbird, giving food to individuals and families.
Jan Elfering, president of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 320 in the Humbird
area (Humbird, Fairchild, Merrillan and Alma Center) has been actively involved
in volunteering for the Feed My People Food Bank.
“The ladies auxiliary co-sponsors Feed My People. We’re in our third year,”
Elfering said. “We give $100 a month to Feed My People. The funds come from
auxiliary fundraisers and donations.
“People are appreciative that we are there helping them. The number of families
are increasing. We’ve only had to cancel three times in three years [due to
weather].”
Elfering encourages people to help for a few hours twice a month or whenever
they can.
“Volunteers can just show up,” Elfering said. “The truck comes at 12:25 p.m.
Show up and we’ll put you to work. We’re done by 1:30 pm.”
Another auxiliary member, Cheryl Kath, has also been involved with volunteering
with Feed My People Food Bank since its inception.
“I knew they were doing this in Fairchild,” Kath said.
Kath and other auxiliary members contacted Feed My People Food Bank in Eau
Claire to get a food delivery started in Humbird. All the food is donated.
“For Feed My People to deliver to Humbird, there had to be at least 30 families
receiving food,” Kath said.
That number was surpassed from the start.
“The truck brings food for 175 families now,” said Kath. “People are allowed to
pick up for more than one family. People look forward to it.”
Kath is one of many volunteers who helps organize and bag the food items.
“We get monetary donations from businesses, churches and individuals,” Kath
said.
These donations continue to pay for the food transportation from Eau Claire. The
food is donated from businesses/stores.
“It’s impacting 300 families a month,” said Kath. “Thank goodness for stores’
donations.”
Kath encourages people to join the American Legion Auxiliary Post 320. They must
be related to a veteran or active military person.
People never know what they will receive each month in Humbird. Occasionally,
there is pet food. According to Kath, there are vegetables, bakery and dry
goods.
“It helps people through one week to the next,” Kath said. “Kings & Queens, Bar
and Grill in Humbird has helped by providing water, plastic bags and finding
volunteers. We always need volunteers—the more the merrier.”
Cyndy Wolfgram was one of the first volunteers. She greeted people in their
vehicles and recorded the number of families needing food.
“We don’t ask for names or incomes,” Wolfgram said. “We get to know these
people. The feeling we get from helping other people is rewarding. We’re doing
something worthwhile.”
Wolfgram encourages people to pick up for other families.
“We had a 90-year-old volunteer who picked up food for several families,” said
Wolfgram. “The food we get is meat, cheese, salad, vegetables, fruit, crackers,
or cereal, sometimes party trays. A lot comes from Festival Foods. You never
know what you’re going to get.”
The Feed My People Food Bank delivers food the second and fourth Tuesdays every
month.
For more information or to mail a donation, contact Cheryl Kath, W12384 E.
Gilroy Rd, Humbird, WI 54746 or email
KC189707@gmail.com.
Obit: Klabon,
Debra K (1952 - 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Klabon, Anderson, Jacobson, Nichols, Rau, Jacobson, Halstead,
Gutowski, Spaeth, Schmidt
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Colby, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Klabon, Debra K. (10 December 1952 – 9 April 2024)
Debra K. Klabon, age 71 of Colby passed away surrounded by her loving family on
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at the Marshfield Medical Center.
Debra was born on December 10, 1952, the daughter of LaMoine and Margaret
(Anderson) Jacobson in Stanley. She graduated from Stanley-Boyd High School in
1971. On June 16, 1983, Debra was united in marriage to Arthur “Skip” Klabon at
Zion Lutheran Church in Colby. She worked in the banking industry for many
years.
Debra loved her community and was a very giving woman. She volunteered with the
CUP Food Pantry, “Sleep in Heavenly Peace”, so no child sleeps on the floor in
our town, making meals for shut-ins, the elderly and anyone in need. Debra also
volunteered for 20 years at the Highground, either making meals for retreats,
veterans organizations and fundraising. She was also active at St. Paul’s
Lutheran. Debra was always very giving and would give the coat off of Skip’s
back. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Debra is survived by her husband of 40 years, Skip; four sons: Matthew (Lucy)
Klabon of Indianapolis, IN, Chad (Dawn) Klabon of Owen, Josh (Kathy) Nichols of
VA and Brett Nichols of CO; three grandchildren: Abigail, Jackson and Emmalin
Nichols. She is further survived by her three siblings: Judith Rau-Jacobson of
Sussex, Richard (Dae) Jacobson of Stanley and Karen (Gerald) Mundt of
Pittsville; a brother-in-law, Duane (Sharon) Klabon of Stevens Point and a
sister-in-law, Laurel (Andrew) Halstead of IN; nieces, nephews, other relatives
and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Katherine Gutowski; a
niece, Kristin Spaeth and a brother-in-law, Mark Klabon.
A Funeral Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, April 15, 2024, at St.
Paul’s Lutheran Church in Curtiss. The Rev. Ken Schmidt will officiate. Family
and friends are welcome from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service, Monday at
the church. Live stream will be available for those unable to attend on the
Maurina Schilling Funeral Home Facebook page or after the service anytime on
Facebook or the website. The Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home in Colby is
entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to St. Paul’s Lutheran parking lot
fund or “Sleep in Heavenly Peace”.
Family and friends may express condolences online at
www.maurinaschilling.com.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Debra, please visit
our floral store.
Obit: Murphy,
Susan Marie (1959- 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Murphy, Mertens, Gong, Nitz, Sladich, Noah, Olejniczak
----Source: Cuddie Funeral Home (Thorp, Clark Co., WI) 4/10/2024
Murphy, Susan Marie (8 April 1959 – 8 April 2024)
Susan Mary Murphy (Mertens), a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and
friend, passed away peacefully on April 8, 2024, at the age of 65.
Born April 8, 1959, in Stanley, Susan was raised on the family farm in the Town
of Butler with her parents and nine siblings, where she developed a strong sense
of family and community.
After completing her education at Thorp Catholic and Public schools, Susan
married Dennis Murphy on July 12, 1980. The couple made their home in the Town
of Reseburg, rural Thorp, for the next 45 years.
A devoted mother, Susan took great pride in raising her three children and being
actively involved in their lives. She cherished spending time with her family,
including her two granddaughters, four grandsons, and one grandchild on the way,
always offering support, guidance, and unconditional love. Known for her
kindness, compassion, and unwavering spirit, Susan was an avid reader, lover of
music, and bird watcher.
She will be deeply missed by her husband Dennis; children: Michael (Catlin) of
St. Louis Park, MN, Matthew (Brittany) of Eau Claire, and Jessica (Richard) Gong
of Berkeley, CA; two granddaughters, four grandsons, and one arriving this
summer; and siblings: Bernadine (Wayne) Nitz of Neenah, Barbara (William)
Sladich of Greenwood WI, Paul (Ann) Mertens of Thorp WI, Louise Noah of Thorp,
Richard (Lisa) Mertens of Grand Chute, Annmarie (Dan) Olejniczak of Cadott,
James (Kimberly) Mertens of Thorp. She was preceded in death by her mother,
father, and beloved older brother Bernard “Binky”.
In respect of Susan’s wishes, there will be no formal funeral service. The
family will be holding a private gathering to honor her memory.
Obit: Freiboth,
Marie A. (1944 - 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Freiboth, Matushak, Plante, Oljanea, White, Baesemann
----Source: Maurina-Schilling Funeral Home (Dorchester, Clark Co., WI) 4/12/2024
Freiboth, Marie A. (14 June 1944 – 12 April 2024)
Marie A. (Matushak) Freiboth, of Dorchester, passed away April 12, 2024.
Marie was born on June 14, 1944, to Prosper and Florence Matushak.
Marie was married to Allen Freiboth who passed away October 11, 2022.
Mary worked as a CNA in Milwaukee and later in Medford until her retirement.
Marie is survived by her children: Art (Tracy) of Milwaukee, Susan of Dorchester
and Joe (Jenn) of Mosinee. Along with her grandchildren and great-granddaughter.
Her siblings: Elaine (Bill) Plante of Wisconsin Rapids. Her Brothers: Eugene
(Marcy) Matushak and Vernon (Patsy) Matushak, both of Wausau and extended family
Bill (Diane) Freiboth of Eau Claire, Stephanie (Tony) Oljanea of South
Milwaukee.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sisters: Mary Ann
White, Theresa Matushak and Janice Baesemann all of Wausau, her brothers: Thomas
Matushak of Edgar and Leon Matushak of Crystal, MN, and her mother-in-law and
father-in-law: Art & Pearl Freiboth.
Per Marie’s request, there will be no funeral services.
To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Marie, please visit our Tree
Store.
Obit: Mack, Leabel
Suzanne (1929- 2024)
Contact: Dolores (Mohr) Kenyon
E-mail:
dolores@wiclarkcountyhistory.org
Surnames: Mack, Voigt, Price, Christner, Lindekugel, Moreno, Hendrick, Royce,
Pagel, Deak, Gross, Levy, Famiyeh
----Source: Cuddie Funeral Home (Loyal, Clark Co., WI) 4/12/2024
Mack, Leabel Suzanna (29 November 1929 – 7 April 2024)
Leabel Suzanna Voight Mack, 94 years young of Loyal, passed away on April 7th
surrounded by loved ones.
Leabel was born on November 29, 1929, to Percy and Eleanor Voight in Loyal. She
was a lifelong member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, where she attended grade
school and then attended the Loyal High School.
On January 15, 1947, she married the love of her life and forever companion
Sherrin Lee Mack (17 Sep 1925-12 Feb 2014). Together they raised a family of 8
children; Michael & Joan (Smith) Mack, Isabel (Mack) Price, Kevin & Michele
(Christner) Mack, Maureen (Jeff Lindekugel) Mack, Ted & Brenda (Moreno) Mack,
Shawn & Julie (Hendrick) Mack, Susan (Mack) & Kerry Royce, and Patrick & Diane
(Pagel) Mack.
Her love for her fellow humans, the church, horses, and dogs were evident
throughout her life. This included spending time watching television with her
little furry friend, Brandy “Little Dog”, until her last days. She always had a
passionate love for music and her 8 children. Her children and grandchildren
kept her busy for years with concerts, sporting events and a myriad of school
and personal events. When all that started to slow down, a little, the 17
grandchildren filled the gap, along with their children.
Leabel was predeceased by her husband, Sherrin Mack; her parents, Percy and
Eleanor Voight; one sister, Noreen Voight Deak; brothers: Percy, Joseph and Jon
Voight; special aunts and uncles, Ted and Isabel "Patty" Gross, and Father Pius
"Arthur" Leabel.
A special thank you to those who made her comfortable, especially Agrace Hospice
Care.
Funeral services will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church, in Loyal, on
Tuesday, April 16, 2024, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating.
Pallbearers will be Travis Lindekugel, Jason Lindekugel, Guy Lindekugel,
Nicholas Mack, Aaron Mack, and Andrew Levy. Burial will take in the Loyal
Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held at the church, on Tuesday,
from 9 a.m. until time of service.
