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     Leo J. Abing, age 74, of Lancaster, died on Tuesday, December 22, 2009, at his residence in Lancaster.  He was born on February 19, 1935, in Potosi, the son of Charles and Martha (Schmitz) Abing.  On September 11, 1956, he was united in marriage to Bernadette M. Loeffelholz at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Dickeyville.  Together they farmed in Grant County and in 1965, moved to their family farm in South Lancaster Township.  He was a member of St. Clement Catholic Church where he served as an usher.  Leo was also a member of the Catholic Knights and served as vice president.  He was also employed with American Breeder Service, and Murray’s Dairy Farm and Refrigeration.  Leo and Bernadette owned and operated the Maple Harris Guest House in Lancaster for fifteen years.  Leo enjoyed scouting back roads and fence line shopping.  He was always ready to lend his time to anyone in need.

       Survivors include his wife, Bernadette Abing, Lancaster; his children: Denis Abing, Lancaster; Gerard (Roxzanne) Abing, Platteville; Julie (Ted) Sanger, Lancaster; Mark Abing, Germany; Trina (Johnie) Snyder, Lancaster; Stuart (Liz) Abing, Lancaster; Todd (Theresa) Abing, Richland Center; Vera (Robert Lackore) Abing, Madison; 20 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; his brothers and sisters:  Marie Herrig, Dubuque, IA; Irene (Clarence) Seng, Potosi; Bernice Kaiser, Kieler; Louella Brant, Kieler; Betty (James) Jungk, Dubuque, IA; Irwin (Katie) Abing, Potosi; Doris (Bernard) Hentrich, Hazel Green; Margaret (Joseph) Hentrich, Belmont; Richard (Paulette) Abing, Potosi; a sister-in-law, Florentine (Dan) Abing-Joyce, Lancaster.

       In addition to his parents, Leo was preceded in death by two brothers: Gerald and Cyril Abing and a great-grandson, Cadillac Custer.

       Funeral services were held on Monday, December 28, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Father William Seipp and Father John Norder officiating.  Burial was in St. Clement Cemetery, Lancaster.  Family and friends called on Sunday, December 27, 2009, from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at St. Clement and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services on Monday.  Schwartz Funeral Home is assisting the family.

     Walter H. “Tony” Abing, age 87, of Platteville, formerly of Belmont, died on Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Heartland HealthCare in Platteville.   He was born on June 8, 1921, in Potosi Township, the son of Joseph and Clara (Dressler) Abing.  Tony attended school at Potosi and following graduation, he attended UWP Mining School.  After receiving his education, he farmed in the Potosi area.  On December 5, 1965, Tony was united in marriage to Mary Lou Tindell.  Together, they owned and operated Platte River Cheese and Liquor.  Tony was also employed with the Burlington North Railroad.  Following his retirement, he delivered the Shopping News.  Tony was a member of Knights of Columbus and enjoyed playing baseball in his younger years.  He also enjoyed bowling, fishing and watching the Packers.  Tony loved spending time with his family and friends.

       In addition to his parents, Tony was preceded in death by Mary Lou; his brother and sister-in-law, Herman and Ruth Abing; his sister-in-law, Mary Abing; his brother-in-law, Gerald Schmitz; step-daughter, Brenda Russell and a granddaughter, Hannah Runde.

       Survivors include his children:  Teresa Abing, Platteville; Angela (Don) Runde, Monona, IA; Sue (Todd) Halvensleben, Reedsburg; his step-children: Troy Russell, Ridgeway; Lisa Russell, Belmont; eight grandchildren: Amanda Abing and Jacob Loeffelholz, Connor, Ethan and Spencer Runde, Derek, Makenna and Ella Halvensleben, eight step-grandchildren: Anthony, Dylan, Jason, Greg, Brittany, Alonda, Ricky and Merissa; his brother: Francis “Ed” Abing, Platteville; his sister, Ann Schmitz, West Bend; other relatives and many friends.

       Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Tennyson with Father Monte Robinson officiating.  Burial was in St. Andrew Cemetery, Tennyson.  Friends called on Monday, March 23, 2009, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the Martin Funeral Home in Potosi where a 7:00 p.m. prayer service will be held.  Friends also called on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

     Florentine M. Abing-Joyce, age 76, of Lancaster, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 19, 2010, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home in rural Lancaster.  She was born on December 19, 1933, in Dickeyville, the daughter of Adolph and Marie (Schollmeyer) Wallenhorst.  On October 10, 1951, Florentine was united in marriage to Cyril Abing at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, Tennyson.  Together they farmed in Grant County.  In 1965, they moved to the family farm south of Lancaster and they raised ten children.  She enjoyed camping, snowmobiling, crocheting and vacationing with family and friends.  On September 9, 1989, Florentine married her soul mate, Dan Joyce, at St. Clement Catholic Church, Lancaster.  They continued to enjoy life to the fullest with fishing, card playing, playing Scrabble and many more vacations.

       Survivors include her husband, Dan Joyce, Lancaster; her children:  Mary Kay (Jim Breuer) Abing, Cassville; Peggy (David) Sturmer, Lancaster; Randy (Jane) Abing, Brodhead; Ron (Terri) Abing, Lancaster; Chuck (Kim) Abing, Lancaster; Keith (Lisa) Abing, Appleton; Kevin Abing, Neenah; Ellen (Randy “Zippy”) Koeller, Lancaster; Marty (Jenn) Abing, Neenah; Kurt Abing, Fennimore; twenty grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and more on the way; Dan’s children:  Rachael Parks, Humble, TX; Fran Joyce, Platteville; Tom Joyce, LaCrosse; Angela Joyce, Rochester, MN; Jerry Joyce, Platteville; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; her brothers and sisters:  Jeanette (Sylvester “Sid”) Sedbrook, LaCrosse; Francis (Donna Mae) Wallenhorst, Coon Rapids, MN; Pat (friend Gib Key) Heer, Prairie du Chien; Edna (LeRoy) Abresch, St. Catherine, IA; and many nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

       In addition to her parents, Florentine was preceded in death by her husband, Cyril Abing on September 26, 1986.

       Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 23, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial was in St. Clement Cemetery, Lancaster.  Family and friends called on Friday, January 22, 2010, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services on Saturday at the church. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Florentine Abing-Joyce memorial fund has been established.  Schwartz Funeral Home assisted the family.

Nancy J. Adams, age 48, of Potosi, died on Thursday, May 26, 2011, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, Lancaster, following a courageous seven year battle with heart disease. She was born on January 22, 1963, the daughter of Richard and Marlene (Fritz) Keene. Nancy graduated from Potosi High School in 1981. On November 5, 1983, she was united in marriage to Patrick J. Adams at Davies Memorial United Church of Christ in Potosi. Nancy was employed at Federal Land Bank, Union Bank and Trust, Foremost Farms, and most recently, as a secretary in the Physical Therapy Department at Grant Regional Health Center. She was a member of Davies Memorial United Church of Christ. Nancy dearly loved her family and keeping up with their activities. She enjoyed being outdoors on the farm, and the company of her two cats, Chippy and Mason. Nancy will always be remembered for her infectious laughter and smile.

Survivors include her husband, Patrick Adams, Potosi; children: Sarah Adams, Oregon; Bradley Adams, Potosi; her parents, Richard and Marlene Keene, Potosi; her sisters, Peggy (Bob) Miller, Lancaster; Carol (Jack) Hayes, Verona; Sheila (Rick Wedig) Keene, DeForest; brother, Richard Keene, Jr., Potosi; her mother-in-law, Jean Adams, Lancaster; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Nancy was preceded in death by a sister-in-law, Kristine Keene, and her father-in-law, Mark Adams.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 1, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Pastor Petra Streiff officiating. Burial was in British Hollow Cemetery, Potosi. Family and friends called on Tuesday, May 31, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster and on Wednesday from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. Martin Funeral Home in Potosi is assisting the family. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Nancy J. Adams Memorial Fund has been established.

Thomas J. Adams, age 71, of Platteville, died on Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at his residence in Platteville. He was born on November 9, 1939, in Lancaster, the son of Frank and Elizabeth (Riniker) Adams.  He attended school at St. Clement Catholic School in Lancaster .  On June 2, 1959, Thomas was united in marriage to Ruth VanNatta at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Platteville.  Thomas was employed with John Deere for many years, retiring in 1990.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking and playing cards.

Survivors include his wife, Ruth Adams, Platteville; sons: Terry Adams, Adams Friendship, WI; Kevin Adams, Platteville; Rick (Teresa) Adams, Cuba City; Scott (Krista) Adams, Poynette; 15 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; his brother and sisters:  Richard (Janis) Adams, Dickeyville; Delores (Leonard) Hosch, Monticello, IA; Rosemary Morris, Stockton, IL; and Cecelia (Charles) Breihan, Lancaster.

In addition to his parents, Thomas was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters: Bob Adams, Mark Adams, Francis Adams, Marion Reeg, Virginia Wall, Marjorie Hoffman, and Kathleen Adams.

Funeral services were held on Monday, February 28, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville with Father Lope Pascual officiating.  Burial was in Hillside Cemetery , Platteville.  Family and friends called on Monday, February 28, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Brenda L. Adrian, age 50, of Cassville, died on Monday, June 7, 2010, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born January 9, 1960, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Earl “Buck” and Neoma (Turner) Retallick.  Brenda graduated from Cassville High School in 1978.  On June 24, 1978, she was united in marriage to Mark Adrian, Sr., at Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA.  She drove bus for Warco and Stratton Busses for a total of thirteen years.  Brenda was then employed at Swiss Colony from 1991 through the present.  She coached cheerleading and enjoyed camping, photography and spending time with her friends and family, especially her grandchildren.  She was an avid Green Bay Packers fan and also loved NASCAR.

Survivors include her husband of thirty-two years, Mark Adrian, Sr., Cassville; her children:  Matthew (Nicole) Adrian, Platteville; Mark Adrian, Jr., Cassville; Amanda (Danyl) Curtis, Platteville; five grandchildren: Hayden, Allison, Abigail, Timothy, Jr., and River; her siblings, Sherlyn (Bill) Kleinow, Cindy (Jeff) Hessling; Ben (special friend, Sue Granberg) Retallick; mother-in-law, Minnie “Darlene” (Ames) Adrian; and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Brenda was preceded in death by her father-in-law, Duane Adrian and her siblings, Eugene “Sonny” Nickel and Brian Retallick.

Funeral services were held on Friday, June 11, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville with Rev. Jim McMahon officiating.  Burial was in Cassville Cemetery, Cassville.  Family and friends called on Thursday, June 10, 2010, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services on Friday at the church.  In lieu of plants and flowers a Brenda L. Adrian Memorial Fund has been established.  Martin Funeral Home in Cassville assisted the family.

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Marcella M. Adrian, age 94, of Cassville, WI, died Friday, January 13, 2012, at Mercy Hospital in Dubuque.

    Nicholas L. Adrian, age 58, of Cassville, died on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at his residence in Cassville.  He was born on November 3, 1950, the son of Francis and Pearl ( Donaldson) Adrian.  Nick attended Cassville High School.  He was employed with the Village of Cassville for many years.   Nick was currently working part time for Walz Lumber Company in Bagley.  He loved spending time with his family and friends and would give anyone “the shirt off his back.”  Nick had a collection of salt and pepper shakers that started from his mother’s collection.

       Survivors include his best friend and partner, Roberta Muntz, and her parents, Robert (Rose) Bohringer, all of  Cassville; step-daughter, Chrissy Vogt, Fennimore; four sisters:  JoAnn (Harold) Lenz, Cassville; Kay Johnstone, Platteville; Donna Theisen, Cassville; Shirley (David) Leamy, Bloomington; a brother: Ronald (Laurie) Adrian, Calvert City, KY; many nieces and nephews, dear friends, and his four legged friends, “Dog” and “Molly.”

      In addition to his parents, Nick was preceded in death by two brothers, Bill and Randy, two nephews, Joe and Ronnie Adrian, Jr., and a great-niece, Trista Mumm.

        Funeral services were held on Saturday, April 4, 2009, at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville at 12:00 p.m. with Rev. Pamela Strakeljahn officiating.  Burial was be in Cassville Cemetery, Cassville.  Friends called on Saturday, April 4, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.  In lieu of plants and flowers, a Nicholas L. Adrian Memorial Fund has been established.

Thomas P. Adrian, 78, of Cassville , WI , died on Saturday, July 9, 2011, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque , IA.   Tom was born on July 15, 1932, in Cassville, a son of Joseph & Clara (Brinkmann) Adrian.  Tom graduated from Cassville High School in 1950.  He married Florence Meyers on September 17, 1960, in Cassville.  Tom worked for 39 years at Dairyland Power, until his retirement in 1992.  He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church, and once served as a volunteer firefighter for the Cassville Fire Department.  He enjoyed gardening at the farm, fishing, hunting, deer rides, and spending time with his grandchildren. 

Tom is survived by his three children, Sue (Jed) Sperry of Chippewa Falls, WI, Greg (Sandy) of Blanchardville, WI, and Jill (Brad) Werlein of Middleton, WI; four grandchildren, Sam, Jake, Riley, and Reese; a brother, Richard of Monona, WI; a sister, Mary (Gene) Metcalfe of Cassville; and several nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Florence in 1991; and his parents.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, July 13, 2011, at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville, with Father John Meinholz celebrating the mass.  Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11 am at the church on Wednesday.   Burial will be in St. Charles Cemetery .  Martin Funeral Home in Cassville is serving his family.

Tom’s family would like to express their appreciation to the nurses and staff in the ICU at Mercy Hospital .

Victor L. Adrian, age 70, of Cassville, died on Friday, March 19, 2010, at the Lancaster Care Center in Lancaster.  He was born on April 24, 1939, in Lancaster, the son of Ed and Marie (Esser) Adrian.  Victor graduated from Cassville High School in 1957.  He then enlisted in the United States Army, serving his country until his honorable discharge in 1959.  On October 3, 1964, he was united in marriage to Nancy Kartman at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville.  Three children were born to this union.  She preceded him in death in 1983.  Victor was employed at John Deere and with Wisconsin Power and Light for over thirty years.  He married Patsy Krohn, who preceded him in death.  He later married Betty Nelson of Cassville.  Victor enjoyed hunting, camping, and spending time at his son’s shop.

Survivors include his children:  Brad (Kelly Zimmerman) Adrian, Mt. Vernon, SD; Jenni (Scott) Neuman, Windsor; Jon (Amy Okey) Adrian, Cassville; two grandchildren: Sam and Lilly Neuman; a sister, Donna (Russ) Metcalfe, Cassville; his wife, Betty Nelson, Cassville; Patsy’s children: Jeff (Amy) Krohn, Prairie du Chien; Tammy (Kyle) Hudson, Missy (John) Okey, and Candy (Matt Walker) Krohn, all of Cassville.

In addition to his parents, Victor was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy and wife, Patsy, and his twin sister, Vicky Adrian.

Family greeted friends on Tuesday, March 23, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville.  Private family burial was on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at St. Mary Settlement Cemetery, Cassville.  Family suggests memorials may be offered to the Cassville Fire Department.

     Mildred L. Aide, age 89, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, June 18, 2009, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.  She was born on July 11, 1919, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Thomas and Helen (Lane) Sutter.  In 1938, Mildred was united in marriage to Donald B. Koeller.  Together they owned and operated Koeller’s Dry Cleaning in Lancaster.  Donald passed away in 1969.  In 1974, she was united in marriage to Paul T. Aide.  Together Mildred and Paul enjoyed traveling.  He preceded her in death in 1995.  In retirement, she enjoyed quilting, many of which are in homes throughout Grant County.  She dearly loved spending time with her family and keeping up with their activities.

       Survivors include her daughter:  Judith (Paul) Valentine, Lancaster; her grandchildren: Michael (Marsha) Valentine, Green Bay; Kathy (Jeff) Swinehart, Hawthorn Woods, IL; Patrick (Alicia) Valentine, Oregon, WI; Tim (Melody Seemeyer) Koeller, Platteville; Troy (Becky) Koeller, Spring Green; and many great-grandchildren.

       In addition to her parents and her husbands, Mildred was preceded in death by two sons, Donald W. Koeller and Thomas L. (Pat) Koeller; a beloved granddaughter, Kimberly Valentine Epperson and two grandsons in infancy.

       Private Family Funeral Services were held on Sunday, June 21, 2009.  Friends and relatives were welcome to a celebration of Mildred’s life on Sunday, June 21, 2009, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at the Lancaster Country Club. 

Sheila D. Hale Albrecht, age 54, of Prairie du Chien, WI, diedSaturday, December 2, 2011, at Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital. She was born on March 11, 1957, in Prairie du Chien, a daughter of Robert and Darleen (Pitzer) Hale.

Sheila gave her time to personal care giving in the Prairie du Chien area and at G&G Living in Guttenberg.

When not working she could be found enjoying her favorite past time - gardening.

Sheila is survived by her life partner, Richard Boller; two sons, Robert Bronson & Matthew Bronson; her mother, Darleen Hale; a granddaughter, Lillian Bronson; her twelve siblings, Becky (Gary) Bjorge, Robert Hale, Kim Wilker, Todd (Jane) Hale, Rodney (Brenda) Hale, Timothy (Carol) Hale, Scott (Maureen) Hale, Kurt (Deb) Hale, Eric Hale, Kristin (Frank) Ries, Jennifer Wepking, and Kerri (Jason) Damm; and many nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her father, Robert; and a brother, Gregory Hale.

Funeral Services were held at 12 noon on Saturday, December 10, 2011, at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster, with Pastor Mike Christensen officiating. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery in Lancaster. Visitation was from 10 am until the start of the service Saturday at the funeral home.

     Nellie M. Altom, age 103, of Fennimore, passed away on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at the Fennimore Good Samaritan Society.  She was born August 7, 1906, the daughter of Harry and Emma (Sandifer) Titus in Smithboro, IL.  Nellie graduated from Mulberry Grove High School and attended Eastern Illinois Teacher’s College and taught elementary grades for 10 years at Walshville, Myatt, Elm Point, McCord and Smithboro Schools. 

       On May 31, 1930, Nellie married Charles O. Altom in Greenville, IL.  She assisted him in a photographic business with hand color tinting of black and white pictures.  She was a member of the First Christian Church and served many years in the Sunday School, Missions and Home Departments.  She was a devoted caretaker for her parents and husband until his death in 1974. 

       Nellie moved to Lancaster, WI in 1979 to be near her family.  She volunteered at the Grant County Thrift Shop and was active in the Calvary Community Church Missions group. 

       Nellie is survived by her daughter, Linda Lyons, Fennimore; two grandsons: Dr. Matthew (Robin) Lyons, Odon, IN and Dr. Justin Lyons (fiancé, Samantha Lawrentz), Ashland, OH; two great-granddaughters:  Sarah and Abigail Lyons.

       She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents and her brother, Harry Titus, Jr. 

       Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 7, 2009 at First Christian Church in Greenville, IL with Pastor Darrel Bolen officiating.  Burial was in Montrose Cemetery, Greenville, IL.  Visitation was held from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster, WI and from 12:00 p.m. until time of services on Monday, December 7 at the church in Greenville, IL.

       The Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster, WI and the Donnell-Wiegard Funeral Home in Greenville, IL is serving the family.

       Memorials are preferred to the Fennimore Good Samaritan Center Star Committee. 

       Memorials are preferred to the Bond Christian Service Camp:  c/o First Christian Church in Greenville.  

Delores E. “Toddy” Ames, age 72, of Potosi, died on Monday, February 7, 2011, at home surrounded by her family.  She was born on August 9, 1938, at home, the daughter of Clinton and Edith (Fritz) Russell.  Delores graduated from Lancaster High School in 1956.  On June 4, 1957, Delores was united in marriage to Udell B. Ames at the Evangelical and Reformed Church in Lancaster.  She babysat many of the neighborhood children before starting to work at Advance Transformer.  She was later employed at the Lancaster Care Center.  Delores was a member of St. Andrew and St. Thomas Catholic Church and was an avid Cubs and Packer fan.  She enjoyed her walks in the park, shopping, gambling, and spending time with her family.

Survivors include her husband, Udell Ames; one daughter, Linda (Bill) Kress; three sons: Greg (Ginger) Ames, Todd (special friend, Sandy Leibfried) Ames, and Gary (Tammy) Ames; nine grandchildren:  Holly (friend, Tim Brockling) Kress, Mitch (Melissa) Kress, Shane (fiancé, Val Steffens) Ames, Cody (Brook) Ames, Haley, Tanner, Malorie, Makila, and Abby Ames; three great-grandchildren:  Addy, Sophia, and Logan Kress; her mother, Edith Russell; two sisters: Arlene (Norbert) Wieland and Bonnie (Denny) Stluka; many nieces and nephews.

Delores was preceded in death by a brother, Larry, her father, Clinton, her father and mother-in-law, Bert and Gertrude Ames, and brother-in-law, Gernert Ames;.

Funeral services were Friday, February 11, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Tennyson with Father Richard Leffler officiating.  Burial was in Van Buren Cemetery, Potosi Township.  Family and friends called on Thursday, February 10, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church and on Friday, February 11, 2011, from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Martin Funeral Home in Potosi is assisting the family.

     Gernert F. Ames, age 74, of East Dubuque, IL, formerly of Potosi, WI, died Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Manor Care of Dubuque, IA.  He was born on August 26, 1934, the son of Bert and Gertrude (Fecht) Ames in Detroit, MI.  Gernert graduated from Potosi High School in 1952.  He was united in marriage to Phyllis Maul on July 29, 1972.  Gernert worked for John Deere Dubuque Works for 34 years repairing tractors.  He was also a real estate agent for McIntyre Realty and volunteered with the Potosi Fire Department for many years.

            Gernert was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in East Dubuque and served as president of the congregation.  He was also an avid Cubs fan and enjoyed camping.  Gernert especially cherished his family.

            Gernert is survived by nine children:  Randy Ames, Waukesha, WI, Deborah (Joel) Sommerfeldt, Merrill, WI, Vickie (Tim) Redington, Monticello, MN, Celeste (Greg) Steiner, Potosi, WI, Michelle (John) Armstrong, East Dubuque, IL, Michael (Belinda) Ames, Kokomo, IL, John (Julie) Vocke, Sheffield, IL, Tammy (Mike) Serdynski, Muskego, WI and Gernert P. (special friend, Mandy Jo) Ames, Dodgeville, WI; 29 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; his wife, Phyllis Ames, East Dubuque, IL; three brothers:  Udell (Toddy) and Don (Cleone) Ames, both of Potosi, WI and Roger (Rita) Ames, Prairie du Chien, WI; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

            He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Jacqueline and a granddaughter, Bianca “Laura”.

            Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 2009 at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (1755 Delhi St.) in Dubuque with the Pastor Arnold Flater officiating.  Burial was held in St. Thomas Cemetery, Potosi Township, WI.  Family and friends were welcome from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 5, 2009 at Martin Funeral Home in Potosi, WI and from 9:45 until 10:45 a.m. Monday at the church. 

            In lieu of flowers and plants, a Gernert F. Ames Memorial Fund has been established.

            The Ames family would like to thank the Hospice of Dubuque and the Manor Care Staff.  A special thank you to the select many at Manor Care for the exceptional care you gave our dad; you know who you are.

     Selma E. “Betty”(Dearth) Anderson, age 67, of Cassville, joined the Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2008, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born on August 29, 1941 in  Madison, WI, the daughter of Lester and Germaine (McKillip) Dearth.  Betty graduated from Blanchardville High School in 1959 and attended Green County Teachers College.  On January 27, 1969, Betty married Gene Anderson in Bushnell, IL.  She worked for United Telephone Company for several years before working at Advance Transformer for 24 years.  Betty was currently working at HomeCare Select in Cassville, WI.  Betty enjoyed fishing, hunting and searching for ginseng.

     Betty is survived by her husband, Gene, Cassville, WI.; five step-children:  Gary (Karen) Anderson,  Monroe, WI., Christina (Keith) Jelle, Belleville, WI.; Lonna Arn, Monticello, WI,; Laura Anderson, Lodi, WI;. and Bill (Connie) Anderson, Monticello, WI;  13 step-grandchildren; and 21 step-great-grandchildren ,her mother, Germaine Metz, Monroe; WI, ;six brothers:  Frank (Lila) Dearth, Wiota, WI; Jim (Jo Ann) Dearth, Friendship,, WI; Bill (Nancy) Dearth, Oregon, WI; Roger (Bonnie) Dearth, Clinton, WI; John (Al) Dearth, Bellevue, NE  and Robert (Cheryl) Dearth, Monroe, IN; three sisters:  Margaret Wenger, Monroe, WI;. Karen (Pat) Boyce, Clinton, WI. and Mary Ann (Tom) Inman, Clinton, WI; and many nieces and nephews.

     She was preceded in death by her father, Lester Dearth; her step-father, Joe Metz; a brother-in-law, LaVerne Wenger and her best friend, Berdetta Reed.

     A Celebration of Life Service was held on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Lutheran Church (250 S. Grant St.) in Lancaster with Reverend David Froemming officiating.  Friends called on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster is assisting the family. 

     In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. 

     Betty will always be remembered for her kind and loving spirit and for her love of nature and family.

Lois A. Andrew, age 92, of Platteville, died Tuesday, June 29, 2010 at Manor Care Health Services in Platteville.  She was born on July 6, 1917, the daughter of Clarence and Lily (Foote) Chandler in Potosi , WI .  Lois was united in marriage to Orrin Andrew in May of 1937 in Galena , IL .  He preceded her in death on March 7, 1984.  Together they farmed outside of Platteville and she also worked as a nurse’s aide at Grey’s Nursing Home in Platteville for eight years.  Lois was an active member of Mt. Zion United Church of Christ in Cornelia. 

 Lois is survived by her son, Orlin (Virginia) Andrew, Platteville; a grandson, Jeff Andrew, Platteville; three great-grandchildren:  Jeffrey Andrew (fiancé, Carey Jacobs), Ashley Andrew (fiancée, Aaron Howard) and Rachael Andrew; one great-great-granddaughter, Lily Rose Andrew; a sister, Tellma (Chuck) Pulliam, Caledonia, IL; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Orrin; five sisters:  Vonda Johnsen, Kay Resch, Edna Albers, Eva Rogers and Mildred Koning.

Funeral services were held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 3, 2010 at Mt. Zion United Church of Christ in Cornelia with Reverend Sue Strickler officiating.  Burial was held in the church cemetery.  Family and friends were welcome from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 2 at Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville and from 9:00 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the church. 

Jane A. (Dalsing) Andrews, age 49, of Cassville, formerly of Dubuque, IA, died on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, at her parent’s home in Cassville after a long courageous battle with cancer.  She was born on March 4, 1961, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of Nilus and Mary Ann (Donovan) Dalsing.  She graduated from Hempstead High School in Dubuque, IA, in 1979.  Jane enjoyed crocheting, cooking, and Karaoke.  She was a loving and devoted mother who took great pride in attending her children’s activities.  Jane also enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.  She was always willing to lend a helping hand.

 Survivors include her children: Julie Peck, Clinton, IA; Heather (Jonathan) Brown, Davenport, IA; Randall (Katie Jo) Andrews, Webster City, IA; Nicole (fiancé Shawn Snaith) Andrews, Dubuque, IA; her parents: Nilus and Mary Ann Dalsing, Cassville; four grandchildren: Michael and Aimee Brown, Jennifer Andrews, and Christopher Snaith; her brothers and sisters:  Joan Mest, Dubuque, IA; Tom (Amy) Dalsing, Welton, IA; Mary Jo (Larry) Smock, Worthington, IA; Betty (John) Moore, Tyner, KY; Kay (Ed) Sass, Dover, DE; Tim (Teresa) Dalsing, Marion, IA; many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Bernard (Luella) Dalsing and Agnes “Gram” Donovan.

Funeral services were held on Monday, March 29, 2010, at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville at 10:30 a.m. with Father John Norder officiating.  Burial was in St. Charles Cemetery, Cassville.  Family and friends were welcome on Sunday, March 28, 2010, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. where a scripture service will be held at 2:30 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville.  Friends also called on Monday at 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.  In lieu of plants and flowers, a Jane A. (Dalsing) Andrews memorial fund will be established.

     Donald M. Adrian, age 80, of Potosi, died on Wednesday, January 28, 2009, at Southwest Health Center in Platteville.  He was born on December 7, 1928, in Adrian Hollow, the son of Matt and Bessie (Wamsley) Adrian.  Donald had a twin brother, Stanley “Chub,” who were both born at home.  They were handed through a window to due to a house fire and later taken to their grandparent’s home for safety.  Donald attended Cassville Catholic School and farmed with his father on the family farm.  He enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country from 1946 to 1948.  On April 11, 1950, Donald was united in marriage to Annabelle Adams at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville.  After their marriage the couple farmed near Burton, where they raised three children: Dennis, Diane and Bruce.  In 1970, the family purchased the John Errthum farm near Rockville, which their son, Bruce, purchased and farms with his son, Preston.  In 1973, Donald purchased the John Flesch farm where they currently live with their son, Dennis, who runs the farm.  Donald loved farming and was a very hard worker.  He loved his family dearly, especially his grandchildren.  Donald also enjoyed playing softball and playing cards.  He was a member of St. Clement Catholic Church, Lancaster.

       Survivors include his wife, Annabelle Adrian, Potosi; his children:  Dennis Adrian, Potosi; Diane (Mark) Muldoon, Lancaster; Bruce (Carol) Adrian, Potosi; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; other relatives and many friends.

       In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his brother, Stanley “Chub” (Mary) Adrian in 1983, and a nephew, Steven.