All Obituaries

  Kenneth “Kenny” Alfred Hillmer, age 84 of Montello passed away Monday, July 26, 2021 at his home.  Kenny was born on July 6, 1937 to Alfred and Irene (Gutche) Hillmer at home on the family farm in the Town of Shields, Marquette County.  He married Louise Schwersenska at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Montello on August 20, 1960; together they were blessed with three sons. Kenny was a lifelong farmer in the Town of Shields.  In his free...

Owen Dale Daniels was born and passed away on Sunday, July 25, 2021 in his parent’s arms.  He leaves behind his father and mother, Dick and Bridgette Daniels of Montello.  He was the brother of Darren (Nadia), Becky (Ryan) and Dustin (Annie) and the grandson of Alice Pflum.  Owen is further survived by many extended family he was unable to meet.  Private family services will take place at a later date. Crawford Funeral and Cremation Service of Montello and...

Richard “Rick” Lyle Oakes, age 66 of Montello passed away Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.  Rick was born in Portage on March 1, 1955 to Sidney and Rose (Kleist) Oakes.  Rick graduated from Montello High School in 1973 and married Mary Alexander on June 24, 1978 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Montello.    Rick was a faithful employee at Alliant Energy for 37 years.  He was an avid hunter and...

  Francis “Frank” Richard Lloyd, age 91 of Montello passed away Wednesday, July 14, 2021 at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage.  Frank was born in Prairie du Chien to Frank and Stella (LaBonne) Lloyd on August 2, 1929, the second oldest of thirteen children.  After graduating from high school, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army from 1951 until 1953. Frank married Viorene Gepner on October 20, 1953 at St. John’s...

  John “Jack” Mathias Wildt, age 81 of Montello passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Agnesian Hospice Home of Hope in Fond du Lac.  Jack was born on September 6, 1939 in Milwaukee, son of the late Walter and Eleanor (Peterman) Wildt.  He grew up in Wonewoc and graduated from Wonewoc High School as a member of the class of 1957.   Jack married Mildred Berna on February 27, 1965 in Milwaukee. While they resided in Milwaukee, Jack advanced his...

Judith “Judy” Ann Schielka, age 64 of La Crosse (formerly of Montello) passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at her home.  Judy was born in Chicago, IL to John and Eleanore (Lizak) Schielka on December 21, 1956.  She graduated from Mother Theodore Guerin High School in Chicago in 1974 and later moved to Montello.  Judy had a strong belief in her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.  She enjoyed spending time in her garden and always had a soft spot for...

Some people only walk this earth for a short time. Their departure reminds us that they are watching over us. On July 4th, 2021, Jaimie Marie Webb-Clough left us and gained her angel wings.  Jaimie was born on April 19, 1977 to Ed and Donna Webb at Rockford Memorial Hospital. Jaimie spent her first eight years in Loves Park, Illinois. In 1986, her family moved to Packwaukee and Jaimie attended school in Montello. In more recent years, Jaimie lived in Shawano, Wisconsin.  Jaimie...

Russell E. Preuss, age 73 of Montello passed away Friday, July 2, 2021 at his home.  Honoring Russ's wishes, a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

  Frank Frederick Lentz, age 78 of Oxford passed away peacefully with his loving daughter and son-in-law by his side on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at his home, due to a courageous battle with cancer.  Frank was born on March 23, 1943 at home on his parent’s farm in the Town of New Haven, Adams County, to William and Lorena (Bandt) Lentz.  Frank attended the one-room Stafford Grade School and graduated from Oxford High School in 1962.  He farmed for many years before...

Edward “Eddie” Herbert Scharenberg, age 84 of Montello (White Lake) passed away peacefully Sunday, June 27, 2021 at his home.  Eddie was born in Chicago on October 7, 1936 to Herbert and Ruth (Mara) Scharenberg.  He graduated from Montello High School in 1954 and furthered his education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point and Oshkosh.  Eddie served his country in the National Guard Red Arrow Division from 1958 to 1964; he was activated and served during...