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Calvin Cornell Haas, born on January 27, 2010, infant son of Dr. Nathaniel & Jeanna Haas, passed away on Monday, April 19, 2010 at UW Hospital & Clinics, Madison, WI, due to complications following a recent heart surgery.  Calvin is survived by his parents, Nate & Jeanna, his sister Sophia, all of Spring Green, WI, his grandparents Gary & Chris Haas and Joe & Julie Budworth, both of Lancaster, WI, great grandparents Martha Wetter, Cuba City, WI, Maurice Landon and John & Marcella Budworth, all of Lancaster, WI, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.  He is joined in heaven by family members who preceded him, including his great grandparents Charlotte Landon, Robert Wetter, and Aloys and Bernadine Haas, as well as his uncle Jacob Haas. 

Funeral services were held on Friday, April 23, 2010, at St. Clement’s Catholic Church, Lancaster, WI, at 1:00 p.m. with Father William Seipp and Father William Nolan officiating.  Visitation was from 11:00AM until time of services at the church.  A luncheon followed in the church basement immediately following the service.  Burial will be held at a later date.  Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster is assisting the family.

Although Calvin’s stay with us was a brief 83 days, he touched the lives of so many, including his family and friends, along with the excellent nursing and physician staff who provided care for him at  American Family Children’s Hospital, Pediatric and Cardiac Department, in Madison, WI.  He will be especially missed by his adoring big sister who will forever feel his guiding presence.  In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Calvin’s honor. 

     Louis J. Haas, age 74, of Cassville, died on Saturday, March 28, 2009, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, rural Lancaster.  He was born on November 12, 1934, in Cassville, the son of Arch and Rose (Reding) Haas.  Louis graduated from Cassville High School in 1952.  He entered the United States Army and served his country in Germany from 1957 until 1959.  Louis was in construction and helped build many United States Post Offices throughout the Midwest.  He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville and also enjoyed a good game of cards.

   Survivors include his brothers and sisters:  Norman (Patricia) Haas, Cassville; Francis Haas, Cassville; Monroe (Dorothy) Haas, Bloomington; Bernice (Stuart) Kelper, Amhurst; Helen Haas, Middleton; Ruth (David) Schreiner, Deerfield; sister-in-law, Ruth Haas, Cassville; many nieces and nephews.

        Louis was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Maurice and Laverne.

       Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial with military honors was held in St. Charles Cemetery, Cassville.  Friends called on Monday, March 30, 2009, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville and from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Norman C. Haas, age 77, of Cassville, died on Thursday, February 17, 2011, at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, IA, after a courageous battle with cancer.  He was born on May 13, 1933, in Cassville, the son of Arch and Rose (Reding) Haas.  Norm attended country school in Cassville and was employed at Kleinpell Lumber before entering the service and serving his country during the Cold War.  Following his honorable discharge, Norm was employed with Walz Lumber.  On November 12, 1958, he was united in marriage to Patricia Weidemann at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville.  Norm was later employed with Wisconsin Power and Light for thirty years, retiring in 1994.  He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville and was a lifetime member of the Catholic Knights.  Norm was very active in the Cassville Community.  He was a volunteer fireman for fifty years, served as fire chief for twelve years, and was the fire inspector for many years.  Norm also drove school bus for forty years without a scratch on the bus and participated Twin-O-Rama for thirty years.  He was caretaker and sexton for St. Charles Cemetery for over twenty years.  Norm was also a member of the Cassville Ski Busters snowmobile club and was an avid hunter.

Survivors include his wife, Patricia Haas, Cassville; two children: Rod Haas, Minneapolis, MN; Sandy (Paul) Haverland, Cassville; three grandchildren:  Tera Haas, Woodbury, MN; Tricia and Todd Haverland, Cassville; his brothers and sisters: Francis Haas, Cassville; Monroe (Dorothy) Haas, Lancaster; Bernice (Stu) Kepler, Amherst Junction, WI; Helen Haas, Madison; Ruth (Dave) Schriener, Deerfield; his sister-in-law, Ruth Haas, Cassville; other relatives and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Norm was preceded in death by his brothers: Maurice, LaVerne and Louis Haas.

Funeral services were on Monday, February 21, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville with Father John Meinholz officiating.  Burial with military honors was held in St. Charles Cemetery, Cassville.  Family and friends called on Sunday, February 20, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the church where a 3:00 p.m. scripture service was held.  Friends also called on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Martin Funeral Home in Cassville is assisting the family.  In lieu of plants and flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the Cassville Fire Department or the Cassville Rescue Squad.

     Nancy C. Haberkorn, age 64, of Lancaster, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2008, at UW Hospital in Madison, following a brief illness, surrounded by her loved ones.  She was born on January 2, 1944, in Dubuque, IA, the daughter of William and Bernetta (McDermott) Munger.  Nancy was employed with Ray-O-Vac, Gasser True Value Hardware and the Loudspeaker Component Corporation throughout the years.  Nancy loved her family and their activities and will be dearly missed.  She enjoyed her pets, gardening, and watching the Green Bay Packers and Brett Farve.  Nancy especially enjoyed her trip to visit her brother, Mike, in Seattle, Washington.

       Survivors include her best friend and caregiver, Mary “Toby” Stoker, Lancaster; her children: Karen (Dennis) Potter, Lancaster; Lisa (Rich) McNett, Platteville; Steve (fiancé Pam Buss) Haberkorn, Cassville; Cindy Haberkorn, Lancaster; Bob (Connie) Haberkorn, Potosi; her brother: Mike (Mary) Munger, Eatonville, WA; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; a god-daughter, Tonya (Matt) Mish, Bloomington; nieces and nephews; a dear friend, Norbert (Karen) Stoker, Platteville and former husband, Albert Haberkorn, FL.

       In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law, Bill and Judy Haberkorn, two infant grandchildren, and a dear friend, Leona Stoker.

       Funeral services were held on Friday, December 5, 2008, at 8:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Burial will be at a later date.  Friends called on Friday, December 5, 2008, from 3:00 p.m. until time of services at Schwartz Funeral Home.  A Nancy C. Haberkorn memorial fund has been established.

       The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Diane from Home Care Select and all the other doctors and nurses who cared for Nancy in the last few months.

     Betty A. Haberlie, age 69, of Lancaster, Wisconsin died on November 17, 2009, at University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City, Iowa, after a brief illness. She was born on March 22, 1940, in Lancaster Wisconsin, the daughter of J. Stanley and Retha (Jack) Noble. On October 10, 1959, she married James Haberlie in Lancaster, Wisconsin.

Robert “Bob” Burdette Hale, age 80, of rural Lancaster, died on Easter Sunday, April 4, 2010, at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on April 27, 1929, in Little Grant Township, the son of Irven Webb and Ella Mae (Wilson) Hale.  Bob attended Predeaux Country School in Little Grant.  He enlisted in the US Army and served at Fort Benning from 1948 to1949 and also served in Korea from 1950 to 1951.  Bob was employed at Brodtville Cheese Factory when he met Darleen LaVon Pitzer.  On August 14, 1950, Robert was united in marriage to Darleen Pitzer in Dubuque, IA.  He also worked at Ziegler Hampton Hardware before farming.  Together they farmed from 1955 until his retirement in 1982.  Bob continued to work by delivering milk in Cassville, delivering the Shopping News, and working at the Wonder Wash Car Washes.  He also liked woodworking, fishing and reading westerns.   Bob was a member of the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109, where we was adjutant for many years and William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344, both of Lancaster.

In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a son, Gregory; three brothers and one step-sister: Elmo, Harold, Charles and Gladys Specht.

Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Darleen Hale, Lancaster; 13 children:  Becky (Gary) Bjorge, DeForest; Robert R., Nekoosa; Kim Wilker, Wauzeka; Sheila Albrecht (Richard Boller), Prairie du Chien; Todd (Jane), Montfort; Rodney (Brenda), Wisconsin Rapids; Timothy (Carol), Baldwin; Scott (Maureen), Stanchfield, MN; Kurt (Deb), Lancaster; Eric, Lancaster; Kristin (Frank) Ries, Marquette, IA; Jennifer Wepking (Brian Wepking), Lancaster and Kerri (Jason) Damm, Fort Atkinson; 40 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Julie Hale, New Lisbon; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Reverend Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster with Military Honors provided by the Richard Burns American Legion Post No. 109 and William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344, both of Lancaster.  Family and friends called on Wednesday, April 7, 2010, from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.            

     JoAnne Marie Halferty, age 71, of Lancaster, died on Tuesday, November 24, 2009, at Orchard Manor Nursing Home, Lancaster.  She was born on April 7, 1938, in Hinckley, IL, the daughter of Frank T. and Edith (Blanchard) Bullock.  She attended grade school in Red Oak, IA.  In 1955, JoAnne graduated from Central High School in LaCrosse.  She furthered her education at WI State University in Eau Claire, where she studied English and Library Science.  In 1964, JoAnne graduated from the UW-Madison with a masters degree in Library Science.  On September 19, 1964, JoAnne was united in marriage to James B. Halferty at the Methodist Church in LaCrosse.  After their marriage, JoAnne was employed with the UW-Platteville.  In 1977, she became the director of the Lancaster Public Library and for the next twenty-six years, she led the community in adding twice the space to the building and bringing the collection on-line.  JoAnne retired in 2003.  She was a member of PEO, Lancaster Congregational Church and multiple bridge clubs.  In her retirement years, JoAnne enjoyed spending time with her family, playing bridge, reading cozy novels, and doting on her grandchildren.  She was an enthusiastic birder, feeding and providing homes for many species of birds near her home in North Lancaster Township. 

       Survivors include her husband of forty-five years, James B. Halferty, Lancaster; Matthew (Laurie) Halferty, Pewaukee; Susan (Jay) Pence, Victor, ID; Laura (Jay) Krishnan, Minneapolis, MN; and three grandchildren: Thomas and Ryan Pence and Sameer Krishnan.

       In addition to her parents, JoAnne was preceded in death by her brother, Frank.

       Funeral services were held on Monday, November 30, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the Lancaster Congregational Church with Rev. Mark Dieter officiating.  Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster.  Friends called on Sunday, November 29, 2009, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the church and from 10:00 a.m. on Monday until time of services.  A JoAnne M. Halferty memorial fund has been established.  Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster is assisting the family.

     Lorna W. Hamilton, age 54, of Lancaster, died on Sunday, February 1, 2009, at her home in Lancaster.  She was born on December 22, 1954, in Keshena, Shawano County, WI, the daughter of Hank and Roberta (Warrington) Webb.  Lorna attended school at West Grant and was a member of the graduating class of 1973.  On February 11, 1974, she was united in marriage to Bobby Hamilton in Kahoka, MO.  After their marriage, the couple resided in the Bloomington area.  Lorna moved to Dubuque, IA, where she was employed as a CNA with the Sisters of Charity and volunteered for Dubuque Hospice.  Lorna loved her work.  She also loved spending time with her grandchildren, cooking and catering.  She also enjoyed making crafts.

       She is survived by her children:  Jesse (Nicole) Hamilton, Bloomington; Nicole (Chris Kelz) Hamilton, Lancaster; four grandchildren:  Tyson and Tavian Kelz and Owen and Eli Hamilton; her brother and sister:  Joe (Bertha) Webb, Avon, CO; Janita Kleinow, Bloomington; her father, Hank Webb, Bagley and nieces and nephews.

       Lorna was preceded in death by her mother, her husband, her brother, Skippy Webb and a nephew, Seth Kleinow.

       Memorial services were held on Thursday, February 5, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. at Marian Hall, Mt. Carmel, in Dubuque, IA.  Memorial services were also held on Friday, February 6, 2009, at 12:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington.  Burial was in Nagle Cemetery, Patch Grove Township.  Friends called on Friday, February 6, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.    In lieu of plants and flowers, a Lorna W. Hamilton memorial fund was established.   

Emma E. Hampton

Heidi M. Handal

William C. Harper

Helen T. Hatch

Richard J. Hauck

Evan J. Hauk

Margaret C. Hauk

Mary Lou Hauck

Marion K. Hazen

     Marion K. Hazen, age 79, of Mount Hope, died Thursday, August 14, 2008 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital after a brief illness.  She was born on March 28, 1929 in Lime Springs, Iowa, the daughter of Joseph and Elsie (Baethke) Kubicek.  Marion graduated from Manitowoc High School.  Marion was united in marriage on June 12, 1948 to Adelbert P. Hazen at Mount Hope United Methodist Church.  He preceded her in death on December 22, 1987.  She received her Master’s Degree in teaching from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville.  Marion taught in the Lancaster School District, including many years at Winskill before retiring.

     Marion was a lifelong resident of Mount Hope and was active in her church, Mount Hope United Methodist.  She was a member of the Legion Auxiliary, Park Board, Mount Hope Historical Society, Grant County Historical Society and the Old Friends Reunion Committee.  Marion also enjoyed researching genealogy and made three trips to Czechoslovakia.  She also enjoyed playing cards and bowling with her husband, Adelbert.  Marion also loved to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

     Marion is survived by two sons:  Larrie (Diana) and Rick (Judy) Hazen, both of Mount Hope; five grandchildren:  Douglas (Tonya) Hazen and their two daughters, New Ulm, MN, David (Dawn) Hazen and their three sons, Jackson, WY, Kayla (Mark) Schmitt and their daughter, Rio, WI, Kara (Dan) Cordova and their two daughters and one son, Miami, FL, and Karla (Jason) Dummer and their daughter and son, Holmen; two sisters and one brother, Thelma (Roger) Reukauf, North Fond Du Lac, Donna Dressler, Patch Grove and Robert (Chris) Kubicek, Mineral Point.

     She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Adelbert.

     Funeral services were held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2008 at Mount Hope United Methodist Church with the Reverend Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial was held at a later date at Hermitage Cemetery, Town of Mount Hope.  Family and friends were welcomed from 12:00 noon until time of services Sunday at the church. 

Victoria E. Haverland

Lila Heck

     Lila Heck was born the daughter of Samuel and Rose (Garvey) Murphy on February 13, 1920 in Dubuque, Iowa.  She was born to eternal life on February 21, 2008 at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, with her family at her side.  Those left to cherish Lila’s memory are her husband, George, her children, Bill (Lori) Heck of Wauwatosa, WI, Rose (Dan) McEleney of Clinton, IA and Mary Ann (Phil) Stroud of Los Alamos, NM, sisters Leona Leighton of Lancaster, WI and Aleatha Kadinger of Sturgis, SD, twelve grandchildren, Patrick, Katie, Mark, Sophia, Stephan, Gina, Melissa, David, Colleen, Samuel, Jennifer and Rachael, and many nieces, nephews and friends.  She was preceded by her parents, her sister Esther Temple, her  brothers Francis, Sylvester, James and Lloyd and her grandson Michael.

     Lila grew up in South Dakota where she loved to ride horses and help on her parents’ farm.  Her family moved to Prairie du Chien, where she graduated from St. Mary’s Academy.  Lila and George were married on June 25, 1955, and settled in Potosi, WI.  She was active in her children’s school and with St. Andrew-Thomas parish in Potosi.  Lila sold monuments for many years, and touched the hearts of people across Southwestern Wisconsin.  Always one to help those in need, Lila cared for her family members in their advancing years. 

     Lila loved to cook, and would spoil her family with cookies, decorated cakes, fudge and other delights.  She enjoyed a game of euchre with her friends and family, and taught her grandchildren how to play.  Lila and George enjoyed traveling as well, visiting their ancestry homes of Ireland and Germany.  She enjoyed writing and was proud of her Irish heritage.  Lila researched her family history and compiled numerous stories to be cherished for generations.  This Christmas Lila gave her grandchildren a book of her original poems and writings that are enjoyed by all.  Her china paintings will be treasured by her family for generations.

     Funeral services were held on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Tennyson, at 11:00 a.m. with Father Richard Leffler officiating.  Burial was in St. Thomas Cemetery, Potosi.  Friends were welcomed on Monday, February 25, 2008, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the Martin Funeral Home in Potosi.

Walter E. Hemple

     Walter E. Hemple, age 77, of Dubuque, died Tuesday, June 10, 2008 at Dubuque Nursing & Rehab Center.

     Funeral Services were held on Friday, June 13, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Dubuque with The Reverend Merlin Schlichting officiating.  Burial was in Cassville Cemetery immediately following funeral services. 

     Dennis J. Herbers, age 63, of Bloomington died Saturday, January 31, 2009 at the Prairie du Chien Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien.  He was born on December 4, 1945 in Lancaster, the son of John and Margaret (Esser) Herbers.  Dennis was united in marriage to Betty J. Kress on September 21, 1964 in Ironwood, MI.  Together they farmed in the Bloomington area.  He owned We Care Feeds in Patch Grove, and was employed at Golden Harvest and Kussmaul Seed Companies.  Dennis was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing softball.  He was also a basketball coach and referee.

    Dennis is survived by his wife, Betty, Bloomington; four children:  Vicki (Bob) Hudecek, DeForest, Susan (fiance, Mike Berger) Herbers , LaCrosse, Brian (Lisa) Herbers, DeForest and Laurie (Scott) Beardslay, Wichita, KS; six grandchildren:  Jacquelyn, Amanda, Daniel, Alysia, Jonathan and Hope; his mother, Marge Herbers, Bloomington; four brothers:  Roger (Kayla) Herbers, Woodman, Dale (Marge) Herbers, Beaver Dam, Allen (Nancy) Herbers, Mindoro and Mark (Gwen) Herbers, Bloomington; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

       He was preceded in death by his father.

       Funeral services were held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington with Reverend Kurt Liebenow officiating.  Burial of cremains will be held at a later date.  Family and friends were welcome from 10:00 a.m. until time services Wednesday at the funeral home

Edward J. Herbers, age 92, of Bloomington, died on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at Evansville Manor in Evansville.  He was born on May 5, 1918, in Bloomington, the son of Frank and Mary (Klosterman) Herbers.  Edward attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in Bloomington.  In September of 1942, he entered the United States Army and served his country during World War II in five campaigns.  He was honorably discharged in November of 1945.  On February 3, 1953, Edward was united in marriage to Irene Felder at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Glen Haven.  After their marriage, the couple farmed on the family farm near Bloomington, retiring in October of 1976.  Early in his working career, Edward also sold insurance.  He was strong in his Catholic faith and was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington as well as the Knights of Columbus.  Edward was also a member of the Abraham Hickok Wetmore American Legion Post No.148 of Bloomington.  He enjoyed playing cards and loved spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include his children:  Monica (Bill) Gierach, Greendale; Charles (Threasa) Herbers, Bloomington; Jeffery (Deb) Herbers, Evansville; nine grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; his sisters: Catherine Horne, Cleveland Heights, OH; Florence Herbers, West Chicago, IL; other relatives and many friends.

In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Irene, his sisters and brothers, Rose Breuer, John Herbers, Reverend Charles Herbers, Henrietta Sanders; and a great-grandson, Joseph Troxel.

Funeral services were held on Monday, January 17, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father John Meinholz officiating.  Burial with military honors was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bloomington.  Family and friends called on Sunday, January 16, 2011, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington, where a 7:00 p.m. scripture service will be held.  Friends also called on Monday, January 17, 2011, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church.

Roy F. Hermsen, age 81, of Bloomington, died on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, at UW Hospitals in Madison. He was born on July 2, 1929, in Bloomington, the son of Edward J. and Magdeline “Lena” (Maiers) Hermsen. Roy graduated Bloomington High School in 1947. He married Mary Jane Rogers on November 9, 1950, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington. Roy was drafted into the United States Army in 1951, during the Korean Conflict. He was honorably discharged in 1953. It was in that same year that Roy became a partner in E.J. Hermsen and Sons in Bloomington. Hermsen’s Ace Hardware has proudly been in the Hermsen family since 1942. Roy was a lifetime member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and a member of Abraham Hickok Wetmore American Legion Post No. 148 of Bloomington. He donated his time and effort to many Bloomington organizations. Roy was devoted to his family and operating the family business, which was his favorite hobby and past time.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Jane Hermsen; his children: Daniel (Julie) Hermsen; Sue (Jim) Bausch; Jane (Greg) Patterson; grandchildren: David (Jessica) Hermsen; Jen (Brian) Thiry; Kate (Scott) Bunge; Steve (Angie Bausch) Gotto; Megan (Greg) Miles; Michael (Nicole) Patterson; Carolyn (Hans) Christiansen; and Christine Patterson; his great-grandchildren: Ava, Zachary, Jaxson, Brady, Brock, Brielle, Isaac and one on the way; a sister, Charlotte Kluesner; and many nieces and nephews.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Alfred and Edward Jr., four sisters: Marie Leamy, Lucille Hermsen, Delores Willoughby, and a sister in infancy.

Funeral services were held on Wednesday, April 27, 2011, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father John Meinholz officiating. Burial with military honors was in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Bloomington. Family and friends called on Tuesday, April 26, 2011, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church where a 2:45 p.m. parish scripture service will be held. Friends also called on Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. In lieu of plants and flowers, a Roy F. Hermsen memorial fund has been established. Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington is serving the family.

Marty C. Hicks, age 47, of Platteville, died on Thursday, August 25, 2011, at his home. He was born on April 30, 1964, in Rantoul, IL, the son of Samual and Bettie (Martin) Hicks. Marty graduated from Platteville High School and furthered his education at Southwest Technical College in Fennimore. He then served his country for four years in the United States National Guard. Marty enjoyed carpentry work and had a passion for space and the solar system. He was currently building an electronic model of the solar system. Marty was a member of EAA.

Survivors include his mother, Bettie Martin, Dubuque, IA; two sisters: Michele (Craig) Hicks Clark, Dubuque, IA, and their children, Dustin, Ariel, and Collin; Myleen (Mike) Bell, Des Moines, IA, and their child, Cooper; uncles: Robert (Delores) Martin, Belmont; Steve (Becky) Martin, Wauzeka; other relatives and many friends.

Marty was preceded in death by his father in 1982 and two uncles, Carl and Jack Martin.

Graveside services with military honors were held on Monday, August 29, 2011, at Mifflin Cemetery, Mifflin Township at 3:00 p.m. with Pastor Mark Hoehne officiating. Martin Schwartz Funeral Home in Platteville is serving the family.

     David A. “Scram” Hines, age 37, of Cassville passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2009.  He was born on August 31, 1971 in Lancaster, the son of Lewis and Barbara (Wentz) Hines.   He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1990.  David was united into marriage to Shaun E. Koelker on June 5, 2003 at the Cassville Riverside Park.  He has been employed at the Gary and Sandra Adams Family Farm all of his working life.  David was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting, fishing, camping, snowmobiling and four-wheeling.  He built many things by hand, which included a family horse arena where he liked to rope and ride.  Above all, his greatest joy in life was his daughter, Hailey.

       Survivors include his wife, Shaun and daughter, Hailey of Cassville; his father, Lewis (Elaine Muldoon) Hines, Lancaster; his mother, Barbara (John) Bond, Cassville; his mother and father-in-law, Jackie (Bill) Ley, Cassville; his sisters:  Sheila (Michael) Stelpflug, Bloomington, Rachel (Jason Landon) Hines, Beetown and Sarah (Travis) Kirschbaum, Bloomington; a sister-in-law, Holly (Michael Dressler) Ley, Lancaster; his brothers-in-law, Wyatt Ley, Cassville and Christopher Maahs, Potosi; maternal grandparents, Ike (Louise) Koelker, Cassville and James (Norma Starrett) Ley, Lancaster; nieces and nephews:  Tyler Hines, Samantha, Marissa, Lauren and Jacob Stelpflug, Amber Landon and Braxton Dressler; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

       Memorial services were held on Monday, June 8, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church in Lancaster with Reverend Pamela Strakeljahn officiating.  Burial was in Beetown Cemetery.  Friends called on Monday, June 8, 2009 from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.  The Martin Funeral Home in Lancaster is assisted the family. 

            In lieu of plants and flowers, a David A. Hines Memorial Fund has been established.

Mavis C. Hochhausen, age 74, of Beaver Dam, formerly of Cassville, died Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at Beaver Dam Community Hospital. She was born June 3, 1937, the daughter of Charles and Mabel (Ruroden) Bergan. Mavis married Leon P. Hochhausen at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Glen Haven on January 27, 1955. Together they farmed in rural Cassville, near the Hochhausen family farm. She was employed at Rapid Die & Molding in Cassville and later as a CNA at the Lancaster Care Center. After retiring in 2008, she moved to Beaver Dam to be near her family.

Mavis was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Glen Haven. She loved spending time with her family and dearly loved her grandchildren. Mavis enjoyed reading, watching cooking shows, and driving the country side with her sister, Eloise.

Surviving are her children: LuAnn (Bud Frederick) Hochhausen, Belleville; Julie (Scott Vogt) Hochhausen, Mt. Horeb; Steven (Diana) Hochhausen, Platteville; Kari (Curt) Raisbeck, Beaver Dam; 6 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and a sister Eloise Kirschbaum, Cassville,

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Leon, a son Douglas, her sister Cecelia (Calvin) Harbough, and a brother-in-law LaVerne Kirschbaum.

Funeral services were held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 10:00am at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Glen Haven with Fr. John Meinholz officiating. Burial was in the Gockel Cemetery, Glen Haven. Family and friends called on Friday, August 26, 2011 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Martin Funeral Home in Cassville, where a 7:00pm parish scripture service was held.

Donna D. Hocking, age 51, died on Saturday, December 4, 2010, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born in Watertown, South Dakota on May 16, 1959, the daughter of Gordon and Louellen Teeters. She belonged to a family of 3 children: two brothers, Scott and Lane Teeters.  She attended grade school in South Dakota.  The family moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa, where Donna graduated from high school.  Donna attended Business College in Rockford, Illinois.

Donna married Bruce Hocking in July 25, 1983 in Darlington WI. They have two children, Brandon and Cali. The family farmed near Potosi.  Donna worked at Silva Arrow Trucking Co. for 5 years, and also Swiss Colony in Dickeyville.  Donna enjoyed going to Bingo with her mom and going to NASCAR races with her husband, Bruce. Donna loved animals mainly Black and white cows which decorated the kitchen and her life.  Donna loved the time she spent with her children, family and friends.

Survived by her husband Bruce of Potosi; her son, Brandon of Shullsburg; her daughter, Cali of Potosi; her father, Gordon of Whitehall, MT; her brother, Lane of San Francisco, CA; and many nieces and nephews who love her dearly and that will always love and miss her.

Funeral services were held on Friday, December 10, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at Orchard Manor Nursing Home Chapel in Lancaster with Pastor Chuck Miller officiating.  Burial will be at a later date. 

     James L. Hoehl, age 61, of Lancaster, died peacefully on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, surrounded by his loving human and feline family at his home in Lancaster.  He was born on January 23, 1948, in Fergus Falls, MN, the son of Herman J. and Mildred (Taylor) Hoehl.  Jim graduated from Wausau High School in 1966. Jim served in the U.S. Air Force from 1967-1971 and furthered his education at the U.W. Marathon County Campus (Wausau, WI) and University of Wisconsin at Madison obtaining an Associates Degree in Accounting and a Bachelor of Business Administration, respectively.  Jim was employed with Food Services of America, Neenah, WI.  In 1989, he relocated to Lancaster to be closer to his family (especially his nephews, Brian and Jason) and worked at Grant County Social Services as a supervisor. His goal to retire and become a full-time volunteer was met in 2003.  Throughout his battle with cancer for 15 years, Jim never waivered from his goal. He gladly gave thousands of hours to over 13 committees and non-profit agencies, e.g., Lancaster Area Community Food Pantry, Salvation Army, St. Clement Church and School, Knights of Columbus, SHARE, American Cancer Society, Disabled American Veterans Transportation, and Orchard Manor.  His greatest achievement was the LIFE program that he established and sustained for the last five years.  Though not expected, he was recognized by The City of Lancaster, Disabled American Veterans, and Wisconsin Food Security Consortium for his dedication.  In addition, he was honored to serve on Bishop Morlino’s Pastoral Council.  Jim was well-known as “Uncle Jim” in Hazel Green as he proudly donned the Southwestern blue and white colors when attending school and sporting events for his nephews, Brian and Jason.  As U.W Madison alumnus, he was an unwaivering, faithful red and white Bucky Badger fan. As sick as he was, he sat up and watched his last Badger basketball game on Saturday. Jim lived for family and his extended family – the community and church.  Throughout his struggle, Jim especially appreciated the constant love and support he received from his “families”.  Their love helped him through much pain and helped him live each day to its fullest. His faith soothed him as he prepared for his journey to eternal life. 

       Survivors include his sister: Carol (Dan) Kopp, Hazel Green; nephews: Brian Kopp, Madison; Jason Kopp, Winona, MN; brother: Joe Hoehl, Platteville; nephew, Jon (Lisa) Siemonsma and children Thomas and Sydney; niece: Shelly (Mike) Eggers and children, Amanda and Adam; sister-in-law: Jan Reese, all of Sioux Falls, SD; his cats: Marigold and Elizabeth.

      He is preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles.

       Funeral services were held on Monday, February 9, 2009, at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster at 10:30 a.m. with Father William J. Seipp presiding and Msgr. Daniel T. Ganshert and Msgr. Thomas Baxter concelebrating.  Burial with military honors was at St. Clement Cemetery, Lancaster.  Friends called on Sunday, February 8, 2009, from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a Knights of Columbus Rosary at 3:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home, Lancaster.   Friends also called on Monday, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. 

       It is Jim’s wish that memorials be sent in lieu of flowers, which in turn will be donated to local non-profit agencies.

       Jim and his family are forever grateful to extended family and friends who showed their affection and concern through countless acts of kindness in the form of prayer, meals, cards, letters and visits.  A special, heartfelt thank you to Grant County Hospice -especially Mary K. and Chris C., who so lovingly cared for Jim, as well as Father Bill and Bill Manthe for always being there for us no matter what time of day it was. 

    “Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some people stay awhile and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never the same.”

     Thomas J. “Tom” Hoesly, age 59, of Lancaster, died on Friday, March 13, 2009, at Grant Regional Health Center, Lancaster.  He was born on September 8, 1949, in Monroe, the son of Sheldon and Marjorie (Bloom) Hoesly.  Tom graduated from New Glarus High School and attended the UW Farm and Industry Short Course in Madison.  On November 28, 1975, he was united in marriage to Vicki Swanson in New Glarus.  The couple have been residents of Grant County for over twenty years.  Tom was a dairy farmer and did custom fencing.  He enjoyed showing cattle and loved spending time with his family and friends.  Tom was a 4-H leader and volunteered for many agricultural projects throughout the farming community.

       He was preceded in death by his parents.

       Survivors include his wife, Vicki of Lancaster; his children:  Seth (Carrie) Hoesly, Berlin; Jessica (Mike) McConnell, Lancaster; two grandchildren:  Katrina and Jonathan Hoesly, Berlin; his brother, Bill Hoesly, Belleville; and his sister, Shelly (Duane) Yager, New Glarus and their son, Alex.

       Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster with Pastor Mark Hoehne officiating.  Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster.  Friends called on Monday, March 16, 2009, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Friends also called on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.

Mercedes W. Holzer

Mercedes W. Holzer, age 92, of Lancaster, died on Saturday, July 17, 2010, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  She was born on August 12, 1917, in the Boice Creek area of Potosi Township, the daughter of Frank and Rosa (Pennekamp) Holzer.  During World War II, she was employed with Allis Chalmers in West Allis.  She later worked for the Burgess Battery Factory in Platteville, upon its closing; she was employed at the Best Western Welcome Inn, Lancaster.  Mercedes enjoyed cooking, knitting, crocheting, sewing, and gardening.  She was a member of St. Clement Church.

Survivors include her sisters, Mildred Herman, Greenfield; Charlotte Hying, Platteville; two sisters-in-law, Eileen Holzer, Fennimore; Marjorie Holzer, Lancaster; many nieces and nephews.

Mercedes was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers: Donald, Msgr. Ambrose, Norbert, and Jerome; and six sisters: Isabel Flesch, Louise Sarge, Bernadine, Dorothy, Mary, and Rita Holzer.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, at 10:30 a.m. St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial was in St. Clement Cemetery, Lancaster.  Family and friends called on Monday, July 19, 2010, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Lancaster where a 3:45 p.m. rosary will be held.  Friends also called on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. 

Loren H. Holzinger

      Loren H. Holzinger, age 81, of Lancaster, died on Saturday, June 27, 2009, surrounded by his family at Mercy Medical Center in Dubuque, Iowa. 

       He was born on March 10, 1928, in Lancaster, the son of Ellsworth and Ruth (Petty) Holzinger.  Loren was baptized and confirmed at the First Presbyterian Church.  He attended Rock School and graduated from Lancaster High School in 1946.  Loren enlisted in the United States Navy and was stationed in Japan during World War II.  Following his honorable discharge in December of 1947, he was employed by the REA.  On June 9, 1948, Loren was united in marriage to Shirley Johnson at the Little Brown Church in Nashua, IA.  They were dairy farmers at Hurricane until 1960, when they moved to Five Points, the Johnson family farm, where Loren raised Herefords and Simmentals.  During this time, Loren was also a DeKalb Seed Corn Dealer.  He retired in 1989, when he and Shirley moved to Lancaster.  Loren will be remembered for his special personality including his many famous comments.  A devoted husband, father and grandfather, his family always came first.  His interests included the Chicago Cubs, deer hunting, fishing, and the Flying Arrows Softball team.

       He is lovingly survived by his wife of sixty-one years, Shirley Holzinger, Lancaster; his five children:  Nancy (Tim) Coles, Lincoln, NE; Charles Holzinger, Carrollton, TX; Peggy (Greg) Jackson, Loyal, WI; Linda Holzinger, Cheyenne, WY; and David (Lynn) Holzinger, Lancaster.  “Bumpa” will be greatly missed by ten grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and two nieces and two nephews.

       In addition to his parents, Loren was preceded in death by his sisters: Agnes Gates and Dorothy Holzinger and his brothers: Harold and Howard Holzinger.

       Funeral Services were held on Tuesday, June 30, 2009, at the First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Mark Hoehne officiating.  Burial with military honors was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster.  Friends called on Monday, June 29, 2009, from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.  In lieu of plants and flowers, memorials may be given to the Lancaster High School Softball program.

Eugene "Gene" F. Hore

Eugene “Gene” Francis Hore, age 70, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, October 8, 2009, at Grant Regional Health Center in Lancaster.  He was born on January 30, 1939, in Lancaster, Wisconsin, the son of Louis and Alberta (Burbach) Hore.  He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1957.  Gene enlisted in the United States Army in 1958 and served his country in Germany as a Military Police Officer.  He was honorably discharged in 1962.  On February 24, 1966, Gene was united in marriage to Lureen Burns in Minnesota.  After their marriage, he was employed as a Supervisor of Quality Control at Skyline for many years, retiring in 1994.  Gene was a member of the William Pollock VFW Post No. 2344 of Lancaster.  He enjoyed collecting guns.

        In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his brother, Raymond Burbach.

       Survivors include his wife, Lureen Hore, Lancaster; three children:  Alan (fiancé Vicki) Hore, Lancaster; Amy (Scott) Wolbers, Naples, FL; Sara (Bob) Jones, Dodgeville; five grandchildren: Andrea and Emily Wolbers, Victoria Hore, Taylor Ore, and Tristan Jones; one brother, James (Mary) Hore, Lancaster; two sisters, Grace (Matt) Lorscheter, Cassville; Josephine Faherty, Burnsville, MN; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dick and Nola Burns, Lancaster; sister-in-law, Harriet Burback, Platteville; many nieces and nephews and many friends.

       Funeral services were held on Monday, October 12, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster with Pastor Barbara Cook officiating where military honors were conducted.  Burial will be held at a later date.  Friends called on Sunday, October 11, 2009, from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services on Monday.

Lureen A. Hore

Lureen A. Hore, age 67, of Lancaster, died on Monday, November 22, 2010, at Lancaster Care Center.  She was born on November 2, 1943 in Lancaster, the daughter of George and Susie (Benoy) Burns.  Lureen graduated from Lancaster High School in 1961.  She furthered her education in Milwaukee to become a legal secretary. On February 24, 1966, Lureen was united in marriage to Eugene “Gene” F. Hore in Minnesota.  Lureen loved her job as a legal secretary for Morse and Roggensack Attorneys in Lancaster until her retirement on July 1, 2007.  She was a member of the Lancaster United Methodist Church.  Lureen enjoyed quilting with her many friends, reading, and working on family genealogy.

Survivors include three children:  Alan (Vicki) Hore, Lancaster; Amy (Scott) Wolbers, Naples, FL; Sara (Bob) Jones, Dodgeville; five grandchildren: Andrea and Emily Wolbers, Victoria Hore, Taylor Ore, and Tristan Jones; her brother, Richard (Nola) Burns, Lancaster; three sisters-in-law, Grace (Matt) Lorscheter, Cassville; Josephine Faherty, Burnsville, MN; Harriet Burback, Platteville; three brothers-in-law, Virgil Kelly, Potosi; Del Schuster, and James (Mary) Hore, all of Lancaster; many nieces and nephews and many friends.

Lureen was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Gene on October 8, 2009; four sisters, Dorothy Collins, Irene Kelly, Patricia Kress, and Nancy Schuster; five brothers, Virgil, Clarence, and Orville Burns; Forrest and Fred Fritz.

Funeral services were held on Friday, November 26, 2010, at 12:30 p.m. at the Lancaster United Methodist Church with Pastor Barbara Cook officiating.  Burial was held at a later date.  Friends called on Friday, November 26, 2010, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church.  Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster is in charge of the arrangements.

William J. "Bill" Hore

     William J. “Bill” Hore, age 52, of Lancaster, died on Thursday, January 21, 2010, at UW Hospitals and Clinics in Madison.  He was born on November 24, 1957, in Lancaster, the son of James and Mary (Williams) Hore.  He graduated from Lancaster High School in 1976.  On June 3, 1983, Bill was united in marriage to Jean Heer in Fennimore.  He was employed at Latham Tire and Service and Zippy’s Brass Rail in Lancaster.  Bill loved camping and spending time with his family and friends. 

       Survivors include his wife, Jean Hore; his parents, Jim and Mary Hore; his brother, Tom (Anne) Hore and their children, Justin, Jena, and MaKayla, all of Lancaster; sister, Pauline (Jeff) Rice and their children, Ben and Samantha, all of Bartlett, IL; his mother-in-law, Arlene Heer-Reilly, Fennimore; brother and sisters-in-law: Jerome (Ellen Engelkin) Heer and their daughter, Jane, Wauwatosa; Judy (Mark) Johnson and their daughters, Kari and Sarah, all of LaCrosse; Jan (Cecil) Segelken; Eau Claire; other relatives and many friends.

       Bill was preceded in death by his father-in-law, John Heer.

       Family and friends called on Sunday, January 24, 2010, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster.  Private family memorial services will be held at a later date. 

Arlene M. Horsfall

     Arlene Mary (Krueger) Horsfall, age 80, formerly of the areas of Prairie du Chien and Lancaster, passed away quietly at Harmony Assisted Living in Sun Prairie on December 16, 2008 after a short illness.  She was the wife of the late William Horsfall originally from Bloomington, WI.  Arlene was born on December 12, 1928 in Dodgeville, the oldest daughter of George and Louise (Cathman) Krueger.  She was an “A” student in her time at the Little Red School in Millville, WI.  Arlene married Bill Holpin in 1945 and they would later divorce.  They had three sons:  James (deceased), Madison, Larry (Sharon) Holpin and Michael (Elaine) Holpin, both of Oregon, WI.  She later married William “Bill” Horsfall of Bloomington on December 10, 1954.  To this union, Arlene would have one son, William (Michele) Horsfall, Cedar Falls, IA.  She would help raise six children from Bill’s previous marriage to Dorothy (Sudmeier) Horsfall who had previously passed away.  His daughters, Joanne (David, deceased) Kaioula, Donna Horsfall and Joyce (Harold) Taylor, all of Madison and his sons, Roger (deceased) daughter-in-law, Donna Horsfall, Madison, Ed (Judy) Horsfall, Cottage Grove and Leonard (Donna) Horsfall, Norfolk, VA.

       Arlene loved to go fishing and enjoyed camping.  She loved to cook and clean house for her family.  Arlene loved her cat (Beebee) who she would give up to her son, William in Iowa.  She also enjoyed singing the oldies, writing songs and poetry.  Arlene will be remembered for her apple pie.

        Arlene is survived by her sister, Loretta Lenzendorf, Lancaster; two of her three sons, five of her six step-children and her youngest son to her second marriage.  She is also survived by nine natural grandchildren, 17 step-grandchildren and many great-grandchildren from both marriages; an aunt, Mildred Eckbald, MN and many nieces and nephews.

        She was preceded in death by her parents; both of her husbands; a sister, Beverly Foster; a brother-in-law, Bernard Lenzendorf; her son James Holpin and a step-son, Roger Horsfall.

        Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, December 22, 2008 at St. Clement Catholic Church in Lancaster with Father William Seipp officiating.  Burial was held in St. Clement Cemetery.  Visitation was held from 10:00 a.m. until time of services Monday at the church.  Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster served the family. 

Hugh Joseph Horsfall

     Hugh Joseph Horsfall, age 67, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2008 on the farm with loved ones by his side.  Joe was born on June 30, 1941 in Boscobel, WI to Keith and Elizabeth (Schmeltz) Horsfall.  He attended school at Patch Grove High School.  On August 26, 1961 he married Sharon Kasparek at St. John’s in Patch Grove.

     Joe and Sharon shared the passion of spending time on the farm with their dearly loved grandchildren.  One of the most amazing things about Joe is that he cherished every moment of his time with each grandchild and he made them feel uniquely special.  His life was blessed with many great memories with family and friends.  One of the greatest joys in life was deer hunting at the Horsfall Deer Ranch.  Of all the deer hunting seasons and hundreds of deer shot on the farm, the greatest joy for him was family and friends and the stories behind every season.  The things that brought great pride to him were driving tractors, harvesting the crops and farming with his family.

     Joe is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sharon; five children: Shari (Charles) Christ, Prairie du Chien, Hugh (Charlene) Horsfall, Jr., Verona, Denise (Robert) Ocker, Lake Geneva, Kimberly (Nick) Kirch, Barneveld, Jamie (Heather) Horsfall, Prairie du Chien; eleven dearly loved grandchildren:  Ashley (Seth)  Rice, Joie Rae and Jacob Horsfall, Ava Ocker, Olivia and Maggie Horsfall, Hope and Sierra Francis, Keller, Johan and Clark Kirch, and his siblings, Jean Decker (Joe’s twin sister), Prairie du Chien, Walt (Kathy) Horsfall, Harpers Ferry and Jack (Sue) Horsfall, LaCrosse.

      He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Debbie Govier.

     Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Patch Grove with Father Bart Timmerman officiating.  Burial was held at Calvary Cemetery, Prairie du Chien.  Friends called from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. on Friday, September 12, 2008 at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the church. 

     In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to be made to be disbursed to local and charitable cancer organizations in Joe’s memory.

     Mary C. Hoskins, age 87, a longtime Lancaster resident, passed away at her home, with family members present, on July 25, 2009, after a short illness.  She was born in Lancaster on August 30, 1921, the daughter of Genevive Bennett Carthew and Attorney Harry E. Carthew.  Mary attended Carlton College in Northfield, MN, before graduating from National Teachers College in Evanston, IL, in June, 1943. She worked at Hull House in Chicago prior to teaching first grade at Country Day School in Rockford, IL, then taught as a substitute in Madison, and later taught kindergarten in Lancaster.  She retired from teaching to raise her family.

      She was preceded in death by her husband, best friend and confidant of 59 years, Mark H. Hoskins, Sr., by her beloved daughter Ann Hoskins Germansen and by her parents. 

      She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Mark H. Hoskins, Jr. (Cleo) of Lancaster; five grandchildren: Ted Germansen of Missoula, MT, Matt (Jennie) Germansen of Flagstaff, AZ, Jennifer (Jim) Wolf of Darlington, WI, Mike (Tiffany) Hoskins of Atlanta, GA and Jeff (Jami) Hoskins of Rockford, IL, plus two great-grandchildren.  She also continued to retain close family ties with her former son-in-law, Jerry (C’Ann) Germansen of Humboldt, AZ and her first cousin, Joe Bennett of South Carolina.

     During retirement Mary enjoyed many happy years in San Diego, before returning to Lancaster after the death of her husband, Mark.  She was a member, officeholder and past president of Lancaster’s PEO, Chapter X, and a lifelong member of the Lancaster Congregational Church, where she previously volunteered for numerous church functions and taught Sunday School.  In prior years, she enjoyed playing bridge with her friends, and also golf, for which she is remembered as the first female to score a hole-in-one at Lancaster Country Club.

      The family conveys special thanks to Dr. Eric Stader, Grant Regional Health Center, Home Care Select and the Grant County Hospice program for the wonderful care and medical attention provided to Mary during her last illness.  The Schwartz Funeral Home is serving the family.

      A private family memorial service was held.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grant County Hospice program, 111 South Jefferson, Lancaster, WI 53813, in recognition of the exceptional care Hospice provides to Grant County’s citizens.

     Harold C. “Jude” Houston, Jr., age 74, of Potosi died Thursday, April 2, 2009 at his home.  He was born on February 7, 1935, the son of Harold and Winifred (Brown) Houston, Sr. in Sparta, WI.  Harold attended Wards School and graduated from Sparta High School in 1953.  He enlisted in the United States Army in May of 1957 and was honourably discharged in May of 1959.  Harold was united in marriage to Dona M. Krga on February 2, 1963 at Hegewisch United Methodist Church in Chicago, IL.  He worked as a machinist for 36 years for Republic Steel/LTV Steel in Chicago.  Harold retired in 1990 and moved to rural Potosi. 

     Harold was a member of 1^st Congregational Church of Sparta and Hegewisch United Methodist Church in Chicago, IL.  He enjoyed hunting, fishing, archery, gardening and woodworking.  Harold also was a Boy Scout Leader for Pack and Troop 226, Calumet Council, Indiana.   He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

       Harold is survived by his wife of 46 years, Dona, Potosi; four children, Tina M. Houston, Potosi, George R. (Tina) Houston, Lake in the Hills, IL, Gail M. (Andy) Hill, South Beloit, IL and Andrew C. Houston, Thornton, IL; five grandchildren, Andrew Jr., Raymond, Rachel, Matthew and Eric; his sister, Dawn Hart, Libby, MT and his brother, Richard W. (Connie) Houston, Hobart, IN; three sisters-in-law, Arlene Houston, Dyer, IN, Mary (Greg) Litchfield, Bloomington, IL and Marilyn Monk, Steger, IL; other relatives and friends.

       He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Robert Houston and a brother-in-law, Donald Hart.

       Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, April 12, 2009 at Davies Memorial Church of Christ in Potosi with Teri A. Hanson officiating.  Burial of his cremains will be held in Woodlawn Cemetery in Sparta at a later date.  Family and friends were welcome on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church.

       In lieu of flowers and plants, the family prefers Memorials to the Wisconsin Kidney Foundation.

Joslin L. Howen, age 4, of Lancaster, died of natural causes on Thursday, October 6, 2011, at her home. She was bornon January 11, 2007, in Dodgeville, the daughter of Timothy and Melissa (Hocking) Howen. Joslin attended 4K and Early Childhood at Winskill Elementary School in Lancaster. She attended church and Sunday school at the Lancaster United Methodist Church. Joslin loved to fish and play with her favorite dolly.

Survivors include her parents; her brother, Elliott Howen; her grandparents: Steve (Kathryn) Hocking, Geraldine Wieczorek, and Richard Howen; her great-grandmothers: Carol Hocking and Arlene Mauk; aunts, uncles and cousins.

Joslin was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers: Harold Hocking and Fred Mauk.

Funeral services were held on Monday, October 10, 2011, at 10:30 a.m. at the Lancaster United Methodist Church with Reverend Barbara Cook officiating. Burial was in Hillside Cemetery, Lancaster. Family and friends called on Sunday, October 9, 2011, from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at Schwartz Funeral Home in Lancaster and on Monday from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. In lieu of plants and flowers a Joslin L. Howen Memorial Fund has been established.

     William “Bill” J. Hullermann, age 48, of Patch Grove, died Sunday, October 25, 2009 at Franciscan Skemp Medical Center in LaCrosse.  He was born on October 8, 1961, the son of Thomas and Lois (Reth) Hullermann in Dyersville, IA.  Bill graduated from West Grant High School in 1980.  He was united in marriage to Lori J. Bradley on August 2, 1980 at St. John’s Catholic Church in Patch Grove.  Together they farmed with Bill’s parents and purchased the family farm in 1996.  They also owned and operated Hullermann Trucking.  Bill was a member of the Blakes Prairie Jr. Fair Board and loved being on the river and having fun with his family and friends. 

       Bill is survived by his wife, Lori, Patch Grove; five children:  Chase Hullermann, Mt. Hope, Chassity (Mike) Bennett, Lancaster and their children: Tyler, Tommy and Grace; Crystal (fiancé, Aaron Knapp) Hullermann, Lancaster, Curtis Hullermann, Patch Grove and Courtney (Dan Duncan) Hullermann, Lancaster; his mother, Lois Hullermann, Fennimore; two sisters:  LouAnn (Butch) Horsfall, Patch Grove and Diane (Fred) Skemp, Dubuque, IA; a brother, Mark (Tina) Hullermann, Bloomington; his father and mother-in-law, Fritz and Linda Bradley, Prairie du Chien; brothers and sisters-in-law:  Brenda (fiancé, Ron Marish) Mead, Boscobel, Steve (Ruth) Bradley, Mt. Hope, Karen (Gary) Bartow, Prairie du Chien, Bob (Sandy) Bradley, Bloomington and Kenny Bradley, Prairie du Chien; his beloved dog, T-bone; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

       He was preceded in death by his father, Tom and a brother, Mike.

       Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2009 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Bloomington with Father Bart Timmerman officiating.  Burial was held in Union Nagle Cemetery, Patch Grove Township.  Family and friends called from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28 and from 10:00 a.m. until time of services Thursday all at the church.  Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington served the family.

      Sylvina M. Hyer, age 101, of Lancaster, formerly of Bloomington, died on Monday, February 16, 2009, at the Lancaster Care Center in Lancaster.  She was born on October 10, 1907, in Fall River, WI, the daughter of Lewis and (Helen Bergner) Field.  After attending school, Sylvina became a rural school teacher near Fall River.  On November 23, 1932, she was united in marriage to Ralph Hyer in Galena, IL.  After their marriage, the couple made their home in the Bloomington area where they farmed.  After several years, the couple moved into Bloomington where Ralph was a cheese maker and Sylvina was a librarian.  After their retirement, they split their time between Bloomington and Texas.  Ralph died on May 10, 1985. 

       Survivors include her daughter, Patricia (Jake) Weaver, Bagley; 11 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great grandchildren.

       In addition to her parents and her husband, Sylvina was preceded in death by a son, Robert, a sister, Zella Pink and a brother, Gilbert Field.

       Funeral services were held on Friday, February 20, 2009, at 2:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington with Rev. Mary Ann Floerke officiating.  Burial was in Blakes Prairie Cemetery, Bloomington Township.  Friends called on Friday, February 20, 2009, from 12:00 p.m. until time of services at the funeral home.

Roy H. Hying

       Roy H. Hying, age 102, of Bagley, died on Wednesday, January 11, 2012, at his home. He was born on August 24, 1909, in Texas, the son of John and Catherine Hying. His family moved to Wisconsin by covered wagon. Roy entered the United States Army in 1942 and served his country during World War II stationed in the Pacific, where he earned nine service medals. Following his honorable discharge in 1945, he moved to Dubuque, IA. In 1955, Roy moved to the farm in Bagley, where he has farmed until his retirement in 1990. He was an easy going man who enjoyed fishing.

       Survivors include his sister, Alice Hefel, Cheryl, IA, and many nieces and nephews.

       In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his brothers and sisters: Johnny, Maude, Josephine, Lila, George, Frances and Mary.

     Funeral services were held on Saturday, January 14, 2012, at 12:00 noon at Martin Funeral Home in Bloomington with Father John Meinholz officiating. Burial with military honors was on Saturday, January 21, 2012, at 11:30 a.m. at Brodtville Cemetery, Wyalusing Township. Family and friends called on Saturday, January 14, 2012, from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.