Allan Joseph Collins

M, b. 23 May 1902, d. 5 October 1982
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAllan Joseph Collins married Anna Marie Dederich, daughter of Remiquis Martin M. Dederich and Mary Magdalene Misslich.
Birth23 May 1902Allan Joseph Collins was born on 23 May 1902.
Death5 October 1982He died on 5 October 1982 at age 80.

Regina Carberry

F, b. 23 May 1906, d. 11 February 1954
Father*Joseph Carberry b. 23 Dec 1862, d. 12 Jul 1917
Mother*Josephine Weitzel b. 4 Jul 1866, d. 5 Jan 1933
Regina Carberry 1926 senior portrait Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was VanSlyke.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageRegina Carberry married Lloyd I. VanSlyke.
Birth23 May 1906Regina Carberry was born on 23 May 1906.
She was the daughter of Joseph Carberry and Josephine Weitzel.
Death11 February 1954Regina Carberry died on 11 February 1954 at age 47.
DateLocationDescription
1926Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, WisconsinRegina Carberry graduated in 1926 at Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin.

Lloyd I. VanSlyke

M, b. 8 August 1910, d. 5 July 1977
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLloyd I. VanSlyke married Regina Carberry, daughter of Joseph Carberry and Josephine Weitzel.
Birth8 August 1910Lloyd I. VanSlyke was born on 8 August 1910.
Death5 July 1977He died on 5 July 1977 at age 66.

Freda Marie Feaster

F, b. 4 June 1907, d. 7 December 1987
Father*John Augustus Feaster b. 26 Apr 1877, d. 7 Feb 1954
Mother*Christiena Margaret Ann Honer b. 18 Mar 1869, d. 23 May 1942
Freda Marie Feaster 1926 senior portrait Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Emshoff.
Name VariationFreda Marie Feaster was also known as Frieda Marie.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageFreda Marie Feaster married Eldon E. Emshoff.
Birth4 June 1907Freda Marie Feaster was born on 4 June 1907 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of John Augustus Feaster and Christiena Margaret Ann Honer.
Death7 December 1987Freda Marie Feaster died on 7 December 1987 at age 80.
DateLocationDescription
1926Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, WisconsinFreda Marie Feaster graduated in 1926 at Richland Center High School, Richland Center, Richland, Wisconsin.

Eldon E. Emshoff

M, b. 1901, d. 1940
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageEldon E. Emshoff married Freda Marie Feaster, daughter of John Augustus Feaster and Christiena Margaret Ann Honer.
Birth1901Eldon E. Emshoff was born in 1901.
Death1940He died in 1940.

Mary Margaret Ruhland

F, b. 19 April 1931, d. 7 September 2019
Father*Walter Ruhland b. 1901, d. 25 Jan 1970
Mother*Agnes Parr b. 1902, d. 1967
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMary Margaret Ruhland was also known as Margaret.
Married Name28 June 1949As of 28 June 1949,her married name was Fargen.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 April 1931Mary Margaret Ruhland was born on 19 April 1931.
She was the daughter of Walter Ruhland and Agnes Parr.
Marriage28 June 1949Mary Margaret Ruhland married Lavern M. Fargen, son of Joseph Thomas Fargen and Margaret W. Dwyer, on 28 June 1949.
Death7 September 2019Mary Margaret Ruhland died on 7 September 2019 at age 88 Mary “Margaret” Fargen, age 88 of Spring Green, was granted by God the blessing of having her last days spent in the presence of her family and the caring staff at the Meadows.

She was born to Walter and Agnes (Paar) Ruhland on April 19, 1931. Margaret married LaVern “Bud” Fargen on June 28, 1949. Together they farmed in Big Hollow, where extended family gatherings were held on Sunday afternoons with cherished memories and stories still shared. She enjoyed her grandchildren, playing cards and gardening. Her flower gardens were enjoyed by many. She was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church.

Survivors include her 4 children, Dale (Pam), David (Pat), Kevin (Sue), Kimberly (Bill) Emerson, a daughter-in-law, Diane, 11 grandchildren, Alison (Stephen), Ana (Kevin), Michael, Matt (Jessica), Ryan (Alex), Ashley (Marlo), Brittney (Joe), Amber (John), Margaret, Alex and Michelle, 8 great grandchildren, a special nephew, Dan (Robin) Rothwell, 3 siblings, Virgil (Jan) Ruhland, Agnes Ballweg, Verda Rothwell, 2 sisters-in-law, Linda and Ann Ruhland, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bud, a son, Michael, 3 sisters, Leona Reisinger, Jeanette Masino, Delphine Reeve, 3 brothers, Victor, Harland and Reggie Ruhland.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 13, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at St. John’s Catholic Church in Spring Green. Fr. John Silva will officiate with burial in the church cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at St. John’s Catholic Church from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. and again on Friday at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass.

Diane Celine Ruhland

F, b. 9 August 1934, d. 28 January 2019
Father*Alois A. Ruhland b. 6 Jul 1887, d. 21 Jan 1959
Mother*Christina Anna Schwartz b. 7 Nov 1893, d. 1958
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 August 1934Diane Celine Ruhland was born on 9 August 1934.
She was the daughter of Alois A. Ruhland and Christina Anna Schwartz.
Death28 January 2019Diane Celine Ruhland died on 28 January 2019 at age 84 Diane C. Ruhland, age 84, was born to Eternal Life on Monday, January 28, 2019 at AGRACE Hospice Care in Fitchburg, WI, following a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

She was born on August 9, 1934 in Plain, WI, the daughter of Alois and Christina (Schwartz) Ruhland.

Diane earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from the Dominican College of Racine, and her Master’s Degree from the Roman Catholic University of Detroit Mercy. Diane was a caring and dedicated teacher for 40 years. She taught in Kenosha, Detroit, Little Chute and Racine and was a Principal for 9 years. She subsequently taught in the South Milwaukee Public School System, retiring from Blakewood Elementary School after 22 years. Six months ago she moved from West Allis to Verona, WI, to be closer to her sister, Josephine, and her niece, Kimberly and husband, Michael Grosse and their daughters.

Diane loved to travel. She cherished her frequent visits to family in Madison and Plain as well as her exciting cruises and trips to many countries with her friends. She was an avid Brewers fan who also enjoyed salmon fishing with her brother, attending symphony concerts, the theater, playing cards, “First Friday” dinners and weekly Bridge Club with her dear friends.

She is survived by a brother, Louis (Faith) Ruhland of Kelso, WA, a sister in law, Luena Meister of Plain, WI, and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alois and Christina Ruhland, 4 sisters, Florence (Dave) Hogan, Irma (Wally) Haas, Bernadine (Cyril) Volk, Josephine (Walter) Dyke, 3 brothers, Edward (Lucy), Charles and Daniel Ruhland, and a sister in law, Edith Ruhland.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, February 15, 2019 at the Richardson Stafford Funeral Home in Spring Green, WI. Fr. John Silva will officiate, with burial at St Luke’s Cemetery in Plain.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 15, 2019 from 9:30 AM until the time of the service.

Dave Hogan

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageDave Hogan married Florence Ruhland, daughter of Alois A. Ruhland and Christina Anna Schwartz.

Bernadine Ruhland

F
Father*Alois A. Ruhland b. 6 Jul 1887, d. 21 Jan 1959
Mother*Christina Anna Schwartz b. 7 Nov 1893, d. 1958
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Volk.
Life EventDateDescription
Bernadine Ruhland was the daughter of Alois A. Ruhland and Christina Anna Schwartz.
MarriageBernadine Ruhland married Cyril Volk.

Children of Bernadine Ruhland and Cyril Volk

Cyril Volk

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageCyril Volk married Bernadine Ruhland, daughter of Alois A. Ruhland and Christina Anna Schwartz.

Children of Cyril Volk and Bernadine Ruhland

Donelda Bindl

F
Father*Herbert Leo Bindl b. 1 May 1905, d. 27 Oct 1992
Mother*Alvina Bridget Volk b. 10 Feb 1905, d. 14 Jul 1981
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Novy.
Life EventDateDescription
Donelda Bindl was the daughter of Herbert Leo Bindl and Alvina Bridget Volk.
MarriageDonelda Bindl married Richard Novy.

Richard Novy

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageRichard Novy married Donelda Bindl, daughter of Herbert Leo Bindl and Alvina Bridget Volk.

Raymond Roessler

M, b. 10 September 1930, d. 5 February 2023
Father*Frank William Roessler b. 7 Mar 1898, d. 27 Mar 1993
Mother*Edna Richgels b. 7 Jan 1908, d. Mar 1986
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationRaymond Roessler was also known as Gene.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth10 September 1930Raymond Roessler was born on 10 September 1930.
He was the son of Frank William Roessler and Edna Richgels.
Marriage19 September 1953Raymond Roessler married Beulah Karel on 19 September 1953.
Death5 February 2023Raymond Roessler died on 5 February 2023 at age 92 Raymond E. “Gene” “Wildey” Roessler, age 92 of Plain, passed away on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at Pine Valley Community Village. He was born on September 10, 1930 the son of Frank and Edna (Regals) Roessler. Gene was married on September 19, 1953 to the former Beulah Mae Karel at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Loreto. Gene farmed most of his life and enjoyed fishing and hunting.

Survivors include his seven children, Mary Jane (Earl) “Cubby” Ruhland, Jean Ann (Dennis) Dankert, Francis (Jamie) Roessler, Patricia Roessler, Vickie (Jerry) Nachreiner, Alan (Diane) Roessler, Randy Roessler; 27 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; six great-great grandchildren, two sisters, Shirley Nickerson, Marge Fargen, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Edna Roessler, his wife, Beulah M. “Tootie” Roessler, a daughter, Rita Hess, a son, Joseph Roessler, four brothers, John, Tom, LaVerne and Francis “Fritz” Roessler.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Keyesville. Monsignor Roger Scheckel will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass.

Children of Raymond Roessler and Beulah Karel

Beulah Karel

F, b. 14 May 1935, d. 18 September 2019
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationBeulah Karel was also known as Karl.
Married Name19 September 1953As of 19 September 1953,her married name was Roessler.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth14 May 1935Beulah Karel was born on 14 May 1935.
Marriage19 September 1953She married Raymond Roessler, son of Frank William Roessler and Edna Richgels, on 19 September 1953.
Death18 September 2019Beulah Karel died on 18 September 2019 at age 84 Beulah M. “Tootie” Roessler, age 84, of Plain, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2019 at The Meadows in Spring Green following an extended illness. She was born on May 14, 1935 in Hammond, Indiana the daughter of Edward and Almeda (Weitzel) Karel.

Beulah graduated from Ithaca High School and was married on September 19, 1953 to Raymond “Gene” Roessler at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Loreto. She worked at Seats Inc. in Reedsburg for 23 years retiring in 2000. Beulah loved flowers, gardening, going to Drea’s Bar for a “cold one”, visiting and spending time with her family.

Survivors include her husband, Raymond “Gene” Roessler; children, Mary Jane (Earl) “Cubby” Ruhland, Jean Ann (Dennis) Dankert, Francis (Jamie) Roessler, Patricia Roessler (Mike Jordan), Vickie (Jerry) Nachreiner, Alan (Diane) Roessler, Randy Roessler; 27 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great grandchildren; six brothers & sisters, Mary (Richard) Carver, Ronnie (Bonnie Bliss) Weitzel, Donnie (Millie Mildred) Weitzel, Eugene (Bonnie Schonenburger) Weitzel, Annamarie Casey, Judy (Larry Johnson) Marion; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita Hess and a son, Joseph Roessler.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church in Keyesville. Fr. Nathan Thainase will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church from 9:00 A.M. until the time of Mass at 11:00 A.M.

Children of Beulah Karel and Raymond Roessler

Joseph E. Roessler

M, b. 26 October 1960, d. 27 November 2018
Father*Raymond Roessler b. 10 Sep 1930, d. 5 Feb 2023
Mother*Beulah Karel b. 14 May 1935, d. 18 Sep 2019
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 October 1960Joseph E. Roessler was born on 26 October 1960.
He was the son of Raymond Roessler and Beulah Karel.
Death27 November 2018Joseph E. Roessler died on 27 November 2018 at age 58 Joseph E. Roessler age 58 of Plain passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at St. Clare Hospital in Baraboo following an illness. Joe was born on October 26, 1960 in Bear Valley, WI the son of Raymond “Gene” and Beulah (Karl) Roessler. He grew up in the Bear Valley and Loretto Ridge area and worked for Kraemer Brothers for 26 years. Joe was always full of life, energy and loved his family and friends especially Tim, Kevin and Sue. He loved his dog Riley, as Riley went everywhere Joe went. Joe enjoyed fishing, hunting and mowing lawn. Survivors include his parents, Raymond “Gene” and Beulah Roessler of Lone Rock, a son, Ryan (Courtney) Roessler of Greenfield, WI, a daughter, Danielle (Nathan) Peck of Arena, grandchildren, Mason, Maya and Jack, 7 siblings, Mary Jane (Earl) “Cubby” Ruhland of Janesville, Jean Ann (Dennis) Dankert of Reedsburg, Francis (Jamie) Roessler of Lone Rock, Patricia Roessler (Mike Jordan) of Madison, Vickie (Jerry) Nachreiner of Plain, Alan (Diane) Roessler of Reedsburg, Randy Roessler of Janesville, many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister, Rita Hess. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Plain at 11:00 A.M. Fr. John Silva will officiate with burial in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Keyesville at a later date. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at St. Luke’s Catholic Church from 4:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. and again on Wednesday from 10:00 A.M. until the time of Mass.

Almira Luther

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Ruhland.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAlmira Luther married Clarence Ruhland, son of Joseph Michael Ruhland and Margaret Kraemer.

Children of Almira Luther and Clarence Ruhland

Glen Ruhland

M
Father*Clarence Ruhland b. c 1909, d. b 1993
Mother*Almira Luther
Life EventDateDescription
Glen Ruhland was the son of Clarence Ruhland and Almira Luther.

Roger Ruhland

M
Father*Clarence Ruhland b. c 1909, d. b 1993
Mother*Almira Luther
Life EventDateDescription
Roger Ruhland was the son of Clarence Ruhland and Almira Luther.

Ralph Ruhland

M
Father*Clarence Ruhland b. c 1909, d. b 1993
Mother*Almira Luther
Life EventDateDescription
Ralph Ruhland was the son of Clarence Ruhland and Almira Luther.

Lloyd Ruhland

M, b. 7 July 1938, d. 19 August 2018
Father*Clarence Ruhland b. c 1909, d. b 1993
Mother*Almira Luther
Life EventDateDescription
Birth7 July 1938Lloyd Ruhland was born on 7 July 1938.
He was the son of Clarence Ruhland and Almira Luther.
Death19 August 2018Lloyd Ruhland died on 19 August 2018 at age 80 Lloyd W. “Paul” Ruhland age 80 of Plain passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2018 at the Reena Senior Living in Fort Atkinson, WI. He was born on July 7, 1938 the son of Clarence and Almira (Luther) Ruhland. Paul served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1962. He was a member of St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Plain. He farmed for many years in Plain and was very involved in world events. Survivors include 4 siblings, Carol Jean Dwyer of Madison, Imelda (Bill) Cotter of Arlington, TX, Lester Ruhland of Reedsburg, Earl “Cubby” (Mary Jane) Ruhland of Janesville, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Almira Ruhland, 4 brothers, Evan, Glen, Roger and Ralph Ruhland and a sister, Alice Caldwell. A Mass in Memory of Paul will be held on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at 12:00 Noon at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Plain. Fr. John Silva will officiate with burial in the church cemetery where military graveside rites will be conducted by the Plain American Legion Post #398. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 10:30 A.M. until the time of Mass at 12:00 Noon.

Lester C. Ruhland

M, b. 20 June 1948, d. 16 November 2018
Father*Clarence Ruhland b. c 1909, d. b 1993
Mother*Almira Luther
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLester C. Ruhland was also known as Sam.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 June 1948Lester C. Ruhland was born on 20 June 1948 at Plain, Sauk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Clarence Ruhland and Almira Luther.
Death16 November 2018Lester C. Ruhland died on 16 November 2018 at age 70 Lester C. “Sam” Ruhland, age 70 of Reedsburg and formerly of Plain, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 16, 2018 at the UW Hospital in Madison, WI. He was born on June 20, 1948 in Plain the son of Clarence and Almira (Luther) Ruhland. Following his high school graduation Sam worked for Fred Bindl Gravel Company, Oscar Mayer, Kraemer Brothers, Suemnicht Cheese Factory, was a welder helping to build Devil’s Head Ski Hill and had numerous other short term jobs. Sam battled most of his life with schizophrenia having many successes and failures. He lived well the last 12 years at Country Casa Group Home in Reedsburg with the excellent care of Carol Moe-Kiefer, Patti and Suzanne. Survivors include 3 siblings, Carol Jean Dwyer of Madison, Imelda (Bill) Cotter of Arlington, TX, Earl “Cubby” (Mary Jane) Ruhland of Janesville, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Almira Ruhland, 5 brothers, Evan, Glen, Roger, Ralph and Lloyd Ruhland and a sister, Alice Caldwell. A Mass in Memory of Lester “Sam” will be held on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at 11:30 A.M. at St. Luke’s Catholic Church in Plain. Fr. John Silva will officiate with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the church from 10:30 A.M. until the time of Mass.

Albert Seiler

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageAlbert Seiler married Elizabeth Ruhland, daughter of John W. Ruhland and Josephine Mary Laubmeier.

Louis Hetzel

M
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLouis Hetzel married Josephine Ruhland, daughter of John W. Ruhland and Josephine Mary Laubmeier.

David F. Schreiner

M, b. 27 September 1950, d. 22 January 2018
Father*Florian Schreiner
Mother*Mary Ernestine Hutter b. 11 Oct 1924, d. 18 Apr 2018
Life EventDateDescription
Birth27 September 1950David F. Schreiner was born on 27 September 1950.
He was the son of Florian Schreiner and Mary Ernestine Hutter.
Death22 January 2018David F. Schreiner died on 22 January 2018 at age 67 David F. Schreiner, age 67 of Plain, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, January 22, 2018. He was born on September 27, 1950 the oldest son of Florian “Bub” and Mary (Hutter) Schreiner. He is survived by his mother, Mary, brothers, Frederick and Ruth, William, and sister, Emma and Brian, nephews and nieces, Jesse and Mindy, their children Camdyn and Vada, Matthew and Athanasia, their children Marielle and William, Crystal, Joshua, Alex, and Jordan and Monique. He was preceded in death by his father, Bub.

LeRoy Butler

M, d. circa 1932
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLeRoy Butler married Marion Anderson.
Deathcirca 1932LeRoy Butler died circa 1932.

Children of LeRoy Butler and Marion Anderson

Marion Anderson

F
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Butler.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMarion Anderson married LeRoy Butler.

Children of Marion Anderson and LeRoy Butler

LeRoy Butler Jr.

M, b. circa 1926
Father*LeRoy Butler d. c 1932
Mother*Marion Anderson
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1926LeRoy Butler Jr. was born circa 1926.
He was the son of LeRoy Butler and Marion Anderson.

Donald Butler

M, b. circa 1928
Father*LeRoy Butler d. c 1932
Mother*Marion Anderson
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1928Donald Butler was born circa 1928.
He was the son of LeRoy Butler and Marion Anderson.

James Butler

M, b. circa 1931
Father*LeRoy Butler d. c 1932
Mother*Marion Anderson
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1931James Butler was born circa 1931.
He was the son of LeRoy Butler and Marion Anderson.

Margaret M. Jasper

F, b. 1909, d. 1983
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Soeldner.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMargaret M. Jasper married Otto A. Soeldner, son of Joseph Soeldner and Kathryn Roth.
Birth1909Margaret M. Jasper was born in 1909.
Death1983She died in 1983.

Child of Margaret M. Jasper and Otto A. Soeldner

Virginia L. Soeldner

F, b. 21 May 1943, d. 5 February 2019
Father*Otto A. Soeldner b. 1 Jul 1908, d. 13 Jan 1991
Mother*Margaret M. Jasper b. 1909, d. 1983
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name18 June 1966As of 18 June 1966,her married name was Booher.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 May 1943Virginia L. Soeldner was born on 21 May 1943 at Richland, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Otto A. Soeldner and Margaret M. Jasper.
Death5 February 2019Virginia L. Soeldner died on 5 February 2019 at age 75 Virginia L. Booher, age 75, of rural Viola died Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at Bland Bakkadal Center for Hospice in Viroqua. She was born on May 21, 1943 in Richland Center, the daughter of Otto and Margaret (Jasper) Soeldner. Virginia married Robert Eugene Booher on June 18, 1966, at St Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church in Richland Center.

Survivors include her husband, Robert Booher of Viola; 4 children, Darrell (Dawn) Booher of Viola, Karine Booher of Viroqua, Allan Booher of Viroqua, Cheryl Booher of Chicago, IL; 7 grandchildren, Adam, Courtney, Austin, Robby, Paige, Reid, and Payten; a great grandson, Kyler; other relatives and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019, at 11:00 AM at Annunciation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Parish in Viroqua with Fr. Janusz Kowalski officiating. Visitation will be held at church from 10:00 until the time of service at 11:00 AM. Burial will be held later at the Booher Cemetery in Forest Township, Richland County.

Mary Jacqueline Oder

F, b. 17 September 1957, d. 31 January 2019
Father*John Mirl Oder b. 16 Jun 1918, d. Mar 1987
Mother*Margaret Madelyn Mears b. 15 Mar 1921, d. 20 Dec 2009
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1 October 1983As of 1 October 1983,her married name was Gifford.
Married Namebefore 2009As of before 2009,her married name was Mueller.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 September 1957Mary Jacqueline Oder was born on 17 September 1957.
She was the daughter of John Mirl Oder and Margaret Madelyn Mears.
Marriagebefore 2009Mary Jacqueline Oder married Donald Mueller before 2009.
Death31 January 2019Mary Jacqueline Oder died on 31 January 2019 at age 61 Mary Jacqueline Oder Gifford Mueller, age 61, of Richland Center died at home Thursday, January 31, 2019. She was born September 17, 1957, the daughter of John Mirl and Margaret Madelyn (Mears) Oder. She married Howard Gifford of Plano, Illinois on October 1, 1983. She enjoyed traveling especially if it included long drives and camping, and was a great lover of animals and nature. She spent over 10 years at the Post Office baking almost daily for her coworkers and befriending those along her route that might need a helping hand.

She is survived by 3 daughters, Melissa Gifford and Rebekah “Beckie” Gifford both of Denver, CO, Teresa (Cameron) Honer of Richland Center, WI; 2 sons, Jackson Dearborn of Dodgeville, WI, Louis “Louie” Gifford of Richland Center, WI; 2 granddaughters, Alexandra “Lexi”, Mackenzie; 2 sisters, Florence “Kay” Oder and Nancy Kisting; and longtime partner Donald Mueller.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held on February 4, 2019 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM with a time of sharing at 6:00 PM at Clary Memorial Funeral Home in Richland Center.

Michael L. Stoddard

M, b. 16 November 1942, d. 7 January 2019
Father*Michael C. Stoddard b. 20 Jun 1909, d. 22 Jun 1961
Mother*Beulah Josie Sager b. 1913
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMichael L. Stoddard was also known as Mike.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth16 November 1942Michael L. Stoddard was born on 16 November 1942.
He was the son of Michael C. Stoddard and Beulah Josie Sager.
Death7 January 2019Michael L. Stoddard died on 7 January 2019 at age 76 Michael “Mike” L. Stoddard, age 76, passed away peacefully with his wife Laura at his side on January 7, 2019, at UW Hospital in Madison. He was born on November 16, 1942, in Richland Center, Wisconsin the son of Mike and Beulah (Sager) Stoddard. He graduated from Richland Center High School in 1960, the Richland County Teachers College and the University of WI-Platteville. He returned to Richland County to teach at Ithaca Public Schools for 33 1/2 years. Mike married the love of his life Laura Armstrong on August 4th, 1979. He had a great love for his black labs and his three toy poodles. Mike loved all sports and was inducted into the Ithaca Athletic Hall of Fame. He coached football, basketball, and track. He was an avid fan of the Badgers and Packers. Mike was a great hunter and was known as the Great Wautashi throughout the halls of Ithaca. He touched many lives with his infectious personality and was a role model to many within and outside his family. He had many adventures with his friends who remained lifelong friends. No matter what was happening in his life he always maintained his sense of humor.

Survivors include his wife, Laura Stoddard, her parents, Ray and Therese Armstrong; two dogs, Sky and Joli; a sister, Ruth Schwerin (Dale Balsley); a cousin, Janet Munz (George Urguhart); brother-in-law, Mark (Ruth) Armstrong; sister-in-law, Mary Beth (John) Lund; nieces, nephews, and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Jennie Lou McDougal.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 13, 2019, at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home in Richland Center. Pastor Craig Peach will officiate with burial in the Richland Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Clary Memorial Funeral Home on Sunday, January 13, 2019 from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 2:00 PM.