Ace Trachsler

M, b. 16 September 1938, d. 6 March 1966
Father*Verne W. Trachsler b. 5 Nov 1893, d. 17 Sep 1959
Mother*Agnes M. Ruhland b. 9 Aug 1900, d. 28 Feb 1956
Ace Trachsler 1958 senior portrait Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 September 1938Ace Trachsler was born on 16 September 1938.
He was the son of Verne W. Trachsler and Agnes M. Ruhland.
Death6 March 1966Ace Trachsler died on 6 March 1966 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 27.
DateLocationDescription
1958Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinAce Trachsler graduated in 1958 at Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Kenneth C. Trachsler

M, b. 15 November 1931, d. 4 February 2004
Father*Verne W. Trachsler b. 5 Nov 1893, d. 17 Sep 1959
Mother*Agnes M. Ruhland b. 9 Aug 1900, d. 28 Feb 1956
Kenneth C Trachsler - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1950
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 November 1931Kenneth C. Trachsler was born on 15 November 1931.
He was the son of Verne W. Trachsler and Agnes M. Ruhland.
Marriage20 May 1954Kenneth C. Trachsler married Lorraine VerVoort on 20 May 1954.
Death4 February 2004Kenneth C. Trachsler died on 4 February 2004 at age 72 Kenneth C. Trachsler, age 72 of Baraboo, died on Wednesday, February 4, 2004 at St. Clare Hospital. Ken was born on November 15, 1931 in the town of Franklin, Sauk County, Wisconsin, the son of Verne and Agnes (Ruhland) Trachsler. On May 20, 1954 he married Lorraine VerVoort at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids. He was the owner and operator of Ken's Electric Motor Repair Shop in Baraboo for many years and managed the Town of Baraboo Recycling Station. Ken was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine of Baraboo; his daughter, Kim (Bruce) Ardelt of Tomah; two grandchildren, Jonathan Ardelt of Madison and Katie Ardelt of Tomah; four sisters, Marie (Eric) Westedt of Loganville, Betty Oetzman of Loganville, Helen (Eugene) Luedtke and Faye (Blaine) Tourdot both of Reedsburg; two brothers, Verne (Adeline) Trachsler Jr. of Baraboo, and Duane Trachsler of Plain. He was preceded in death by a sister, Marcella Rohde; a brother, Ace Trachsler and his parents. A Memorial Mass was held at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Baraboo on Saturday, February 7, 2004 at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Lorin M. Bowens officiated. The Rago Funeral Home is assisting the family. Taken from the Reedsburg Paper.
DateLocationDescription
1950Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinKenneth C. Trachsler graduated in 1950 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Marcella Trachsler

F, b. 15 July 1927, d. 11 January 1998
Father*Verne W. Trachsler b. 5 Nov 1893, d. 17 Sep 1959
Mother*Agnes M. Ruhland b. 9 Aug 1900, d. 28 Feb 1956
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Rohde.
Married NameHer married name was Rhode.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMarcella Trachsler married Lyle Rohde.
Birth15 July 1927Marcella Trachsler was born on 15 July 1927 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Verne W. Trachsler and Agnes M. Ruhland.
Death11 January 1998Marcella Trachsler died on 11 January 1998 at age 70.

Child of Marcella Trachsler and Lyle Rohde

Lyle Rohde

M, b. 28 July 1923, d. 29 September 1991
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLyle Rohde was also known as Rhode.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLyle Rohde married Marcella Trachsler, daughter of Verne W. Trachsler and Agnes M. Ruhland.
Birth28 July 1923Lyle Rohde was born on 28 July 1923.
Death29 September 1991He died on 29 September 1991 at age 68.

Child of Lyle Rohde and Marcella Trachsler

Ralph C. Mattix

M, b. 16 April 1884, d. 30 March 1936
Father*(?) Mattix d. b Mar 1936
Mother*unknown (?) d. a Mar 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 April 1884Ralph C. Mattix was born on 16 April 1884 at Kentucky.
He was the son of (?) Mattix and unknown (?)
Marriagebefore 1910Ralph C. Mattix married Josephine B. (?) before 1910.
Death30 March 1936Ralph C. Mattix died on 30 March 1936 at Wisconsin at age 51 Ralph Mattix, 52, Ableman, passed away at the St. Mary's hospital, Baraboo, on Monday evening, March 30, 1936. He had undergone an appendectomy last week, and later pneumonia developed. He was born on April 16, 1884. Funeral services for Mr. Mattix were held yesterday afternoon from the Ableman Baptist church. He is survived by the widow, three children, Richard, Lloyd and Loretta, his mother, Mrs. Wm. Kumke, Ableman, besides other relatives.

Children of Ralph C. Mattix and Josephine B. (?)

(?) Mattix

M, d. before March 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1884(?) Mattix married unknown (?) before 1884.
Deathbefore March 1936(?) Mattix died before March 1936.

Child of (?) Mattix and unknown (?)

unknown (?)

F, d. after March 1936
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1884As of before 1884,her married name was Mattix.
Married Namebefore March 1936As of before March 1936,her married name was Kumke.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1884Unknown (?) married (?) Mattix before 1884.
Deathafter March 1936Unknown (?) died after March 1936.

Child of unknown (?) and (?) Mattix

Josephine B. (?)

F, d. after March 1936
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 1910As of before 1910,her married name was Mattix.
Life EventDateDescription
Marriagebefore 1910Josephine B. (?) married Ralph C. Mattix, son of (?) Mattix and unknown (?), before 1910.
Deathafter March 1936Josephine B. (?) died after March 1936.

Children of Josephine B. (?) and Ralph C. Mattix

Richard T. Mattix

M, b. circa 1910
Father*Ralph C. Mattix b. 16 Apr 1884, d. 30 Mar 1936
Mother*Josephine B. (?) d. a Mar 1936
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1910Richard T. Mattix was born circa 1910.
He was the son of Ralph C. Mattix and Josephine B. (?)

Loretta J. Mattix

F, b. 22 July 1917, d. 9 August 1981
Father*Ralph C. Mattix b. 16 Apr 1884, d. 30 Mar 1936
Mother*Josephine B. (?) d. a Mar 1936
Loretta Mattix 1935 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLoretta J. Mattix was also known as LaRetta J.
Married Name4 August 1940As of 4 August 1940,her married name was Hearn.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 July 1917Loretta J. Mattix was born on 22 July 1917.
She was the daughter of Ralph C. Mattix and Josephine B. (?)
Marriage4 August 1940Loretta J. Mattix married Ralph J. Hearn on 4 August 1940.
Death9 August 1981Loretta J. Mattix died on 9 August 1981 at age 64.
DateLocationDescription
1935Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinLoretta J. Mattix graduated in 1935 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Sarah Bertha Muchow

F, b. 13 November 1921, d. 1 March 2002
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Meyer.
Married Name19 January 1941As of 19 January 1941,her married name was Meyer.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageSarah Bertha Muchow married Edward Erick Meyer, son of George Henry Meyer and Hilda Emma Dorothea Struck.
Birth13 November 1921Sarah Bertha Muchow was born on 13 November 1921.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Marriage19 January 1941Sarah Bertha Muchow married Edward Erick Meyer, son of George Henry Meyer and Hilda Emma Dorothea Struck, on 19 January 1941.
Death1 March 2002Sarah Bertha Muchow died on 1 March 2002 at age 80 Sarah B. Meyer, 80, Reedsburg, died on Friday, March 1, 2002, at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. She was born on Nov. 13, 1921, in Washington Township, Sauk County, the daughter of Reinhold and Emma (nee Schenck) Muchow. On Jan. 19, 1941, Sarah married Edward E. Meyer at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. This marriage was blessed with five children. After her marriage, Sarah was employed at the Badger Ammunition Plant and later as a cashier at Kroger's Grocery Store in Reedsburg. She started the hot lunch program at St. Peter's School and worked there for many years. She was also later employed at Meyer Oil as the office manager. Sarah was a member of St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church where she served on the Ladies Aid for many years. She was also a member of the LWML and was active in several Bible studies. Sarah was a former Chairwoman of the Reedsburg Fire Department Auxiliary where she was instrumental in starting the Annual Spaghetti Supper. Sarah enjoyed crocheting, sewing and quilting. She loved to cook and bake, and had a special interest in fishing and playing cards. She is survived by her husband, Edward Meyer, Reedsburg; children and their spouses, Rev. Dr. Ronald and Lou Ann Meyer, New Berlin, Geraldine and Rev. John Ehlke, Spring Valley, Cal., Shirley and Allen Piepenbrink, Menomonee Falls, Gloria and Bruce Darnall, Lake Mills, Rosalie and Rev. Dr. Timm Griffin, New Berlin; 17 grandchildren, Rev. Jeff Meyer, Jenni Locke, Janelle Meyer, Brian, Matt, and Heather Ehlke, Tracey Bowers, Eric and Jamie Piepenbrink, John, Sarah, and Mark Darnall, Laura Howell, Ben, Adam, Lisa, and Greg Griffin; 10 great-grandchildren; sisters, Ella (Milton) Repka, Rock Springs, Ruby (Chuck) McFarlane, Sauk City, Norma (Paul) Doering, Germantown; sisters-in-law, Delores Muchow, Paris, Ill., Lorna Schulte, Hillpoint, Eleanor Meyer, Hillpoint, Bernice Meyer, Hillpoint, Irma Lowery, Reedsburg; many nieces, nephews, along with other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a granddaughter, Emily Griffin; a brother, Arlie Muchow. Funeral services for Sarah B. Meyer were conducted at 11 a.m on Monday, March 4, at St. Peter's Ev. Lutheran Church with Reverend Kevin J. Kohnke officiating. Burial followed in St. Peter's Cemetery, Reedsburg. Friends called on Sunday from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home and on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter's Church Workers Scholarship Fund. The Farber Funeral Home assisted the family with the arrangements.

Edward Erick Meyer

M, b. 12 January 1922, d. 22 June 2004
Father*George Henry Meyer b. 1879, d. 1958
Mother*Hilda Emma Dorothea Struck b. 22 May 1885, d. 13 Sep 1955
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageEdward Erick Meyer married Sarah Bertha Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Birth12 January 1922Edward Erick Meyer was born on 12 January 1922 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of George Henry Meyer and Hilda Emma Dorothea Struck.
Marriage19 January 1941Edward Erick Meyer married Sarah Bertha Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck, on 19 January 1941.
Death22 June 2004Edward Erick Meyer died on 22 June 2004 at Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, at age 82 Edward E. Meyer, age 82, of Reedsburg, died on Tuesday, June 22, 2004, at Ruth Hospice in Milwaukee. He is survived by his children and their spouses, the Rev. Dr. Ronald (LouAnn) Meyer of New Berlin, Geraldine (the Rev. John) Ehlke of Spring Valley, Calif., Shirley (Allen) Piepenbrink of Menomonee Falls, Gloria (Bruce) Darnall of Lake Mills, and Rosalie (the Rev. Dr. Timm) Griffin of Collierville, Tenn; grandchildren, the Rev. Jeff (Amy) Meyer, Jennifer (Andrew) Locke, Janelle Meyer, Brian (Sashi), Matthew (Shelley) and Heather Ehlke, Tracey (Brad) Bowers, Eric Piepenbrink, Jamie (Greg) Truwe, Sarah and Mark Darnall, and Ben (Kate), Adam, Lisa and Greg Griffin; 14 great-grandchildren; sisters, Lorna Schulte of Reedsburg, and Irma Lowery of Reedsburg; sisters- and brothers-in-law, Eleanor Meyer of Hillpoint, Bernice Meyer of Reedsburg, Ella and Milton Repka of Rock Springs, Ruby and Chuck McFarlane of Sauk City, Norma and Paul Doering of Germantown, and Delores Muchow of Paris, Ill; nieces; nephews; along with other relatives and friends. Edward was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sarah B. Meyer, on March 1, 2002; a granddaughter, Emily Griffin; brothers, Hubert and Alvin Meyer; and sisters, Frona Goetsch, Clara Gudenschwager, Gertrude Schulz and Ella Meyer. Funeral services for Edward E. Meyer will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, June 25, 2004, at ST. PETER'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH in Reedsburg with the Rev. Paul Crolius officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery in Reedsburg with military graveside rites conducted by the Reedsburg V.F.W. Post 1916. Friends may call on Thursday, June 24, 2004, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the FARBER FUNERAL HOME in Reedsburg, and on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials of remembrance be made to St. Peter's Lutheran School or the church choir.
Census DateLocationDescription
27 April 1930Washington, Sauk, WisconsinEdward Erick Meyer was listed as a son in George Henry Meyer's household on the 1930 Census at Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920;Census Place: Washington, Sauk, Wisconsin; Roll T625_2015; Page: 7A; Enumeration District: 212; Image: 254.

Ella L. Muchow

F, b. 2 September 1924, d. 15 September 2012
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name25 September 1945As of 25 September 1945,her married name was Repka.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 September 1924Ella L. Muchow was born on 2 September 1924 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Marriage25 September 1945Ella L. Muchow married Milton C. Repka, son of John C. Repka and Clara Leykauf, on 25 September 1945.
Death15 September 2012Ella L. Muchow died on 15 September 2012 at age 88 Ella L.(Muchow) Repka, age 88, of Rock Springs, passed away on Saturday, September 15, 2012, at her home. She was born on September 2, 1924, on a farm near Loganville. She was the daughter of Reinhold and Emma (Schenck) Muchow. On September 25, 1945, Ella married Milton C. Repka at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Together they celebrated 63 years of marriage. This marriage was blessed with one son, Leslie.

Through the years, Ella babysat neighborhood children; to them, she was known as Grandma Ella, which she loved. Ella was an active member of St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, serving in various positions, including Ladies Aid. She enjoyed baking, quilting, and crafting, and most of all, enjoyed playing cards with her family and many friends. Family was very important to Ella and always cherished the time spent together.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Milton on December 22, 2008; brother, Arlie (Dolores) Muchow; sister, Sarah (Edward) Meyer; nieces, Rita Repka, Joan (McFarlane) Hanson; great-niece, Emily Griffin; brothers-in-law, Walter Repka, Paul McFarlane; sister-in-law, Gladys (Fred) Putz; mother and father-in-law, John and Clara Repka.

Ella is survived by her son, Leslie and Joan Stevens-Repka of Rock Springs;

Grandchildren: Jessie (Mike) Hunter of Pickett, WI; great granddaughters, Emily and Catherine Hunter;

Grandson, Luke (Jenna) Repka, of LaValle; great grandchildren, Alice, Diamond and Tanner;

Granddaughter Rebecca (Terry) Curtis of Cuba City, WI; great grandson, Evan;

Grandchildren, Brandy Koehler and Carmen Stevens-Repka, of Rock Springs;

Sisters: Ruby McFarlane of Sauk City, Norma (Paul) Doering of Germantown, WI;

Sister-in-law, Betty Repka of Rock Springs;

Several nieces, nephews along with other relatives and friends.

We celebrate Ella’s life with a service at 11:30 AM on Thursday, September 20, 2012, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Rock Springs, with Pastor David Karow officiating. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery, rural Rock Springs. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg, and on Thursday from 10:30 AM until the time of the service at the church. Memorials may be made to St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, Rock Springs in lieu of flowers.

The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Milton C. Repka

M, d. 22 December 2008
Father*John C. Repka b. 1883, d. 1958
Mother*Clara Leykauf b. 1887, d. 1958
Life EventDateDescription
Milton C. Repka was the son of John C. Repka and Clara Leykauf.
Marriage25 September 1945Milton C. Repka married Ella L. Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck, on 25 September 1945.
Death22 December 2008Milton C. Repka died on 22 December 2008.

Ruby Muchow

F, b. 19 October 1930, d. 6 October 2018
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Ruby Muchow 1948 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name11 June 1954As of 11 June 1954,her married name was McFarlane.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 October 1930Ruby Muchow was born on 19 October 1930.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Marriage11 June 1954Ruby Muchow married Paul David McFarlane on 11 June 1954.
Death6 October 2018Ruby Muchow died on 6 October 2018 at age 87 Ruby McFarlane, age 87, returned to her heavenly home on Saturday, October 6th; Her firm belief in God, unwavering devotion to her family and community are the life lessons all who knew her will remember. Ruby was born on October 19th, 1930 in the Rock Springs area to the late Emma and Reinhold Muchow. She graduated from Reedsburg High and Sauk County Normal Schools and taught in 1 room school houses in Sauk County and later in the Sauk-Prairie Schools as a substitute teacher.

She was united in marriage on June 11th 1954 to Paul (Chuck) McFarlane of Sauk City. Ruby always was busy with an event or project. She spent countless hours volunteering at the First United Church of Christ as a Sunday School Teacher, singing in the choir, Bible school teacher, member of the Marie Circle and served on the Consistory. She also volunteered with Lifeline, Meals on Wheels and Eastern Star where she held a state office. She enjoyed a good bridge or euchre game, was an excellent cook and baker, and a loyal fan of Wisconsin sports teams. Ruby loved to plan a party and entertain; She hosted many events including an annual Christmas Eve gathering for the entire McFarlane clan. Ruby and Chuck shared many wonderful times throughout their 54 years of marriage including amazing trips all over the world and simply riding around in their 1957 baby blue Thunderbird convertible. Throughout the years, Ruby was an amazing support to Chuck and the McFarlane business.

Ruby is survived by her daughter, Jean (Steve) Bachhuber, son, Tom (Margaret) McFarlane, a son-in-law, Jim Hanson, Grandson, John (Amy) Bachhuber, Granddaughters: Tara (Pete) Klun, Amanda (Matt) Moseman, Molly and Megan Hanson, Great Grandchildren: Jack and Charlie Bachhuber, Alex and Abby Klun, a brother-in-law, Paul Doering and a sister-in-law, Verda McFarlane, along with many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Chuck McFarlane, daughter, Joan Hanson, sisters and brother-in-laws: Sarah (Ed) Meyer, Ella (Milton) Repka, sister, Norma Doering, brother Arley (Delores) Muchow, brother-in-laws: Bob McFarlane and Jim (Lorna) (Cork)McFarlane.

Friends may greet the family on Thursday evening, October 11th from 5:00-7:00 at the First United Church of Christ, 504 Washington Avenue, Sauk City. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 12th at 11:00 also at the First United Church of Christ with the Rev. Bill Kapp officiating. Friends may visit 1 hour prior to the service. Burial will follow in the Sauk City Cemetery.
DateLocationDescription
1948Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinRuby Muchow graduated in 1948 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Paul David McFarlane

M, b. 28 October 1928, d. 17 June 2008
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationPaul David McFarlane was also known as Chuck.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 October 1928Paul David McFarlane was born on 28 October 1928.
Marriage11 June 1954He married Ruby Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck, on 11 June 1954.
Death17 June 2008Paul David McFarlane died on 17 June 2008 at age 79 Paul David "Chuck" McFarlane, age 79, passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2008, at home surrounded by his loving family.

The youngest son of Earl and Alice (Beggs), Chuck was born Oct. 28, 1928.

On June 11, 1954, he was united in marriage to Ruby Muchow in Reedsburg.

Chuck was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Jim McFarlane; and in-laws, Lorna McFarlane of Sauk City, Ed and Sarah Meyer of Reedsburg, and Arlie and Delores Muchow of Paris, Ill.

Norma S. Muchow

F, b. 21 August 1932, d. 2 February 2017
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Norma S Muchow - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1950
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Doering.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageNorma S. Muchow married Paul Doering.
Birth21 August 1932Norma S. Muchow was born on 21 August 1932.
She was the daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Death2 February 2017Norma S. Muchow died on 2 February 2017 at age 84 Norma S. Doering (nee Muchow) entered into Eternal Life on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2017, at the age of 84. She was the beloved wife of Paul for 58 years; loving mother of David (Joan) and Jim (Karen); cherished grandmother of Rachel, Alex and Ben; and dear sister of Ruby (the late Paul) McFarlane. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Sarah (the late Ed) Meyer, Ella (the late Milton) Repka and Arlie (the late Dolores) Muchow.

Throughout her life, Norma was a teacher, both in her personal and professional life. She affected the lives of countless individuals as a person, as a friend, and as an educator.

Visitation will be on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017, at the SCHMIDT & BARTELT FUNERAL HOME, N84 W17937 Menomonee Ave., Menomonee Falls, from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m. A procession to Wisconsin Memorial Park for committal prayers and entombment will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Norma's name may be directed to the Community Memorial Hospital Foundation in Menomonee Falls.
DateLocationDescription
1950Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinNorma S. Muchow graduated in 1950 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Paul Doering

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriagePaul Doering married Norma S. Muchow, daughter of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.

Arlie Paul Muchow

M, b. 17 July 1927, d. 3 June 1993
Father*Reinhold William Muchow b. 23 Mar 1893, d. 12 Apr 1959
Mother*Emma M. Schenck b. 20 Jan 1894, d. 13 Dec 1965
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageArlie Paul Muchow married Dolores Hilda Foss.
Birth17 July 1927Arlie Paul Muchow was born on 17 July 1927 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Reinhold William Muchow and Emma M. Schenck.
Death3 June 1993Arlie Paul Muchow died on 3 June 1993 at Illinois at age 65.

Gerhardt W. Meyer

M, b. 10 July 1915, d. 14 November 1985
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationGerhardt W. Meyer was also known as Gerhard.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 July 1915Gerhardt W. Meyer was born on 10 July 1915 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage6 October 1939He married Zita E. Soltwedel, daughter of Otto J. Soltwedel and Emma D. Lindenberg, on 6 October 1939 Marriage licenses issued in Sauk county, Wisconsin (01 Oct 1939): Gerhard Meyer, town of Washington; Zita Soltwedel, Loganville.
Marriage licenses issued in Sauk county, Wisconsin (01 Oct 1939) including George Bauer and Gerhard Meyer
The Capital Times (Madison, Wisconsin) 12 Oct 1939 - Zita Soltwedel and Gerhardt Meyer marriage announcement
Death14 November 1985Gerhardt W. Meyer died on 14 November 1985 at age 70.

Children of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel

Carl Henry Behnke

M, b. 25 August 1911, d. 19 June 1990
Carl Behnke 1929 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 August 1911Carl Henry Behnke was born on 25 August 1911 at Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriage1933He married Ellen D. Soltwedel, daughter of Otto J. Soltwedel and Emma D. Lindenberg, in 1933 Ellen Soltwedel and Carl Behnke wedding portrait.
Ellen Soltwedel and Carl Behnke wedding portrait 1933
Marriage1980Carl Henry Behnke married Pauline W. Gall in 1980.
Death19 June 1990Carl Henry Behnke died on 19 June 1990 at age 78.
DateLocationDescription
1929Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinCarl Henry Behnke graduated in 1929 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Child of Carl Henry Behnke and Ellen D. Soltwedel

Sharon Lea Meyer

F, b. 7 August 1940, d. 26 January 2011
Father*Gerhardt W. Meyer b. 10 Jul 1915, d. 14 Nov 1985
Mother*Zita E. Soltwedel b. 4 Jan 1916, d. 23 May 2002
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name14 August 1965As of 14 August 1965,her married name was Thieding.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 August 1940Sharon Lea Meyer was born on 7 August 1940.
She was the daughter of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel.
Death26 January 2011Sharon Lea Meyer died on 26 January 2011 at age 70 Sharon L. Thieding, a beautiful loving soul who embraced life, transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2011, surrounded by the love of her family. Sharon cherished gardening and her life blossomed in many ways. Along her path, she planted seeds of hope, wisdom, love, and knowledge. She tended the soil and nurtured all that surrounded her. Sharon's Light brought growth and her beauty was a precious gift to many. Sharon was a consummate learner and educator. She was an avid reader who earned her education degree and teaching certificate from the University of Wisconsin -- Platteville. She taught at a rural Loganville schoolhouse, Prairie View School; in the Monona Grove School system; and at Martin Luther Christian Day School in Stoughton. Knowing the power of encouragement and hard work, Sharon applied her wisdom and compassion to mentoring students in the Madison Area Technical College Outreach program for over 15 years. Sharon danced her way into people's hearts, including her lifetime friend and husband, Ernie Thieding of McFarland. She was energized by polka music and cherished full moon rises over Devil's Lake. Always planning for the next event, the rhythm of her life created beautiful music, family traditions, and many memories. Sharon's presence brought beauty to this Earth, radiating love, and healing the hearts of many. Sharon was born to Gerhardt and Zita Meyer of Hillpoint in August 1940. Her family includes husband Ernie of McFarland; children, Darren (Nicolette) Thieding of Ohio, Dawn Thieding of California, Kristin (Daniel) Powell of Minnesota, and Kurt (Amy) Thieding of Waukesha; grandsons, Tyler, Keaton, Grant of Ohio; sisters, Julaine Meyer of Reedsburg and Bonnie (Brian) Hauke of Waunakee; and brothers, Gerald (Karen) Meyer of Illinois, Gary Meyer of Virginia, and Richard (Sandra) Meyer of Florida. Friends are found amongst her dancing circle, neighbors, church circle, co-workers, and students. Visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 28, 2011, at CRESS funeral home in McFarland. On Saturday, Jan. 29, 2011, a brief visitation will be held from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. at McFarland Lutheran Church followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. A committal service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church in Westfield Township, Rock Springs at 4 p.m. Memorials may be directed to the McFarland Lutheran Church, the McFarland Lutheran Church Prairie Garden, or the Thieding family for a Memorial Scholarship Fund that is being established in honor of Sharon's love of education.

Gerald Meyer

M, b. 21 September 1942, d. 17 May 2020
Father*Gerhardt W. Meyer b. 10 Jul 1915, d. 14 Nov 1985
Mother*Zita E. Soltwedel b. 4 Jan 1916, d. 23 May 2002
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 September 1942Gerald Meyer was born on 21 September 1942.
He was the son of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel.
Death17 May 2020Gerald Meyer died on 17 May 2020 at age 77 Gerald E. Meyer, age 77, a long-time resident of Prairie View, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on May 17, 2020. He was born on September 21, 1942 in Reedsburg to the late Gerhardt and Zita Meyer.
Jerry grew up on a dairy farm in rural Wisconsin. He attended the University of Wisconsin – Platteville for 2 years and then went to the University of Wisconsin – Madison where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree. He worked at Micro Switch in Freeport, IL where he met Karen. They were happily married for 52 years. He also worked at Bell and Howell for a few years before working and retiring from Zenith Electronics in computer systems after 25 years. He enjoyed woodworking and stained glass. Jerry had the patience to sit for hours to complete a Victorian dollhouse with furniture and working lights, as well as building many models, including cars, trucks, and planes out of different types of wood. He also created many stained-glass pieces from small sun catchers to larger framed art. Jerry’s latest projects were matchstick models which included a train and a fire truck.
Gerald will be joyfully remembered by his loving wife, Karen; daughter, Mary (Don) Walz; grandchildren, Bradley, Katie, Chloe; son, Jon, his wife, and their three children; sisters, Julaine Meyer and Bonnie (Brian) Hauke, brother, Richard (Sandra) Meyer, brother-in-law: Ernie Thieding; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Sharon Thieding, and brother, Gary Meyer. Services were held for his immediate family.

Gary Francis Meyer

M, b. 26 September 1951, d. 21 November 2019
Father*Gerhardt W. Meyer b. 10 Jul 1915, d. 14 Nov 1985
Mother*Zita E. Soltwedel b. 4 Jan 1916, d. 23 May 2002
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 September 1951Gary Francis Meyer was born on 26 September 1951.
He was the son of Gerhardt W. Meyer and Zita E. Soltwedel.
Death21 November 2019Gary Francis Meyer died on 21 November 2019 at age 68 On a beautiful fall day, September 26,1951, Gary Francis Meyer was born to Zita (Soltwedel) Meyer and Gerhardt Meyer. He was the second son and the fourth child to join this wonderful family.

Gary and his siblings lived on the Meyer Homestead near Hill Point, Wisconsin. His childhood was filled with many family activities and farm responsibilities. He was an intelligent, curious and adventurous child. Gary was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Loganville.

Gary graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with an Electrical Engineering Degree. He was President of the Kappa Eta Kappa Fraternity in 1975.

Allen Bradley in Milwaukee was the first company where Gary was employed. This job took him to Richmond, Virginia where he lived most of his life. His professional career involved travel that would take him all over the United States and included some time working in Germany.

Gary traveled back to his “Wisconsin Roots” for family festivities several times during a year. He was the creative genius behind the “THEMES” for the gatherings. Gary would write parodies of popular songs for the family to sing. Garth Brook’s “I’ve got friends in low places” became “I’ve got friends in Loganville Places. Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline” became “Sweet Grandma of Mine” and was dedicated to his Mother Zita. And for his twelve nieces and nephews, Ricky Martin’s “Mambo #5” became “Uncle #12”. In addition to planning family festivities, Gary would produce videos and record the antics on DVDs so we could enjoy them for years to come. We were so very blessed with his never ending humor and creative ability. He will always be our “Silly Uncle Gary”.

Upon retirement, Gary moved to Wilmington, North Carolina. He loved the Wrightsville Beach area and had completed a screenplay about The Lumina Pavilion. In the 1930s and 1940s, the area was a very popular beach resort that featured big band music and shag dancing. Sadly, he passed on November 21, 2019, before realizing his dream of a film to memorialize that time in Wilmington's history. All of the research material on Lumina was donated to the Wrightsville Beach Museum where it is on display .

Gary inherited his love of dance from his parents and incorporated this activity into his life in many ways. In addition to being everyone’s favorite dance partner; he was a disc jockey, a dance instructor, and partnered in organizing dance soirees featuring shag music.

Gary has now made his final trip back to his Wisconsin home.

Waiting for him in heaven are his parents and sister Sharon (Meyer) Thieding.

His legacy of living life to the fullest will be carried on by his siblings and their families:

Ernie Thieding, Gerald (Karen) Meyer, Julaine Meyer, Richard (Sandra) Meyer and Bonnie (Brian) Hauke; and his 12 nieces and nephews: Darren, Dawn, Kristin, Kurt, Mary, Jon, Tina, Tracy, Emily, Rebecca, Brittney and Brianna.

Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt

M, b. 29 July 1949, d. 11 January 1971
Father*Irvin E. Mittlesteadt b. 9 Jan 1923, d. 8 Aug 2003
Mother*Eva E. Dargel b. 24 Dec 1927, d. 29 Dec 2024
Evan Mittlesteadt 1967 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationEvan Edwin Mittlesteadt was also known as Mittelsteadt.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth29 July 1949Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt was born on 29 July 1949.
He was the son of Irvin E. Mittlesteadt and Eva E. Dargel.
Death11 January 1971Evan Edwin Mittlesteadt died on 11 January 1971 at from vehicle accident, Wisconsin, at age 21.
DateLocationDescription
1967Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinEvan Edwin Mittlesteadt graduated in 1967 at Webb High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Iona Mittlesteadt

F, d. before August 2003
Father*Elmer Mittlesteadt b. Nov 1895, d. 18 Apr 1965
Mother*Hazel Fish b. 18 Feb 1898, d. 13 Jul 1980
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Ferguson.
Life EventDateDescription
Iona Mittlesteadt was the daughter of Elmer Mittlesteadt and Hazel Fish.
Deathbefore August 2003Iona Mittlesteadt died before August 2003.