Dorothy J. Haradem

F, b. 26 June 1930, d. 14 October 2007
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Dorothy J (Haradem) Knafla
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namebefore 2007As of before 2007,her married name was Knafla.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 June 1930Dorothy J. Haradem was born on 26 June 1930.
Marriagebefore 2007She married Gerald William Knafla, son of Cephas Gerald Knafla and Viola V. Wczesny, before 2007.
Death14 October 2007Dorothy J. Haradem died on 14 October 2007 at age 77 Dorothy J. Haradem Knafla went into her eternal rest on Sunday.

She was born in Swoyersville, daughter of the late Nicholas and Julia A. Michel Haradem.

A graduate of Swoyersville High School, Class of 1947, she went on to graduate from College Misericordia with a Bachelor of Science degree in general science and home economics.

She entered the Sisters of Mary as Sister Mary Jule R.S.M. teaching at many elementary and high school levels.

She received her master's degree in public health at the University of Michigan.

Dorothy continued her education and career at Good Samaritan Hospital, Cincinnati, Ohio, as a registered dietitian.

She was the director of the dietary departments at Mercy Hospital, Scranton, and Johnstown Mercy Hospital, as well as the president of the NEPA Dietetic Association.

Dorothy retired from the Pennsylvania Department of Health Northeast District as a PH nutritionist II.

As president of the Northeast Genealogical Society Inc., Shavertown, she reorganized the society and was instrumental in the reconstruction of the present library. Her reputation as a "goodwill ambassador" brought many members and visitors to the library.

Her knowledge of her ancestor's homeland, Carpatho Rus' and its history, enabled many people to find their relatives and ancestors.

Dorothy had many attributes that made her a friend to all who knew her.

She was a member of St. Therese's Church, Shavertown.

She has predeceased her was her father, Nicholas Hareadem, Feb. 15, 1932; mother, Julia A. Michel Haradem DiGiacomo, March 7, 1955; stepfather, Albert A. DiGiacomo, Nov. 24, 1975.

She is survived by her husband, Gerald W. Knafla, Shavertown; stepson, Gerald J.Knafla, Fort Mill, S.C; stepdaughter, Andrea Knafla Pituch, Dallas Township; stepgranddaughters, Lydia, Amanda, and Lauren; step-great- granddaughter, Jordyn; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles including, Bernard Michael, Daniel and Elizabeth Haradem, Ann Ondish Michael, Dorothy Chacko Michael, Helen Phillips Michael, Theresa Phillips, Helen DiGiacomo Hudock Lezoli, Stephen and Mary DiGiacomo, Raymond DiGiacomo and Helen Marcevich James.

The funeral will be held Thursday at 9:30 from Harold C Snowdon Funeral Home, 140 N. Main St., Shavertown, with a Celebration of Life Mass at 10 in St. Therese's Church, Pioneer Avenue, Shavertown.

Entombment will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery, Carverton.

Friends may call Wednesday, 4 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home.

Harris Clarence Albert Haase

M, b. 14 March 1904, d. 20 March 1975
Father*Herman M. Haase b. 26 Feb 1873, d. 18 Feb 1969
Mother*Amelia Buenger b. 1873, d. 8 Apr 1942
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Birth14 March 1904Harris Clarence Albert Haase was born on 14 March 1904 at Turtle Lake, Barron, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Herman M. Haase and Amelia Buenger.
Marriage27 April 1927Harris Clarence Albert Haase married Laura Marie Bussewitz, daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff, on 27 April 1927 at Barron, Wisconsin.
Death20 March 1975Harris Clarence Albert Haase died on 20 March 1975 at age 71.

Children of Harris Clarence Albert Haase and Laura Marie Bussewitz

Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase

M, b. 16 August 1901, d. 24 March 1970
Father*Herman M. Haase b. 26 Feb 1873, d. 18 Feb 1969
Mother*Amelia Buenger b. 1873, d. 8 Apr 1942
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Birth16 August 1901Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase was born on 16 August 1901.
He was the son of Herman M. Haase and Amelia Buenger.
Marriage27 April 1927Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase married Dora Julia Bussewitz, daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff, on 27 April 1927 at Barron, Wisconsin.
Divorce13 August 1934Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase and Dora Julia Bussewitz were divorced on 13 August 1934 at Wisconsin.
Death24 March 1970Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase died on 24 March 1970 at age 68.

Child of Arthur Carl Wilhelm Haase and Dora Julia Bussewitz

Herman M. Haase

M, b. 26 February 1873, d. 18 February 1969
Life EventDateDescription
Birth26 February 1873Herman M. Haase was born on 26 February 1873.
Marriage1901He married Amelia Buenger in 1901.
Death18 February 1969Herman M. Haase died on 18 February 1969 at age 95.

Children of Herman M. Haase and Amelia Buenger

Amelia Buenger

F, b. 1873, d. 8 April 1942
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name1901As of 1901,her married name was Haase.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1873Amelia Buenger was born in 1873.
Marriage1901She married Herman M. Haase in 1901.
Death8 April 1942Amelia Buenger died on 8 April 1942.

Children of Amelia Buenger and Herman M. Haase

Viola Martha Bussewitz

F, b. 9 December 1922, d. 27 January 2009
Father*Emil Frank Bussewitz b. 3 Apr 1883, d. 1955
Mother*Emma C. Retzlaff b. 7 Mar 1888, d. 18 Apr 1972
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1941As of circa 1941,her married name was Fredrick.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth9 December 1922Viola Martha Bussewitz was born on 9 December 1922 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff.
Marriagecirca 1941Viola Martha Bussewitz married Fred Edward Fredrick circa 1941.
Death27 January 2009Viola Martha Bussewitz died on 27 January 2009 at age 86 FREDRICK, VIOLA M. December 9, 1922 – January 27, 2009. Survived by daughters, Judith McIntosh and Jill Dean. Service 10:00 A.M., Monday, February 2, at All Saints Lutheran Church,15625 E. Iliff, 80013. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church.

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DateLocationDescription
1940In 1940 Highest Grade Completed     High School, 3rd year.

Children of Viola Martha Bussewitz and Fred Edward Fredrick

Adeline L. Bussewitz

F, b. 30 March 1925, d. 21 November 2008
Father*Emil Frank Bussewitz b. 3 Apr 1883, d. 1955
Mother*Emma C. Retzlaff b. 7 Mar 1888, d. 18 Apr 1972
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Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name5 August 1953As of 5 August 1953,her married name was Leisz.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth30 March 1925Adeline L. Bussewitz was born on 30 March 1925 at Turtle Lake, Barron, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff.
Marriage5 August 1953Adeline L. Bussewitz married Richard John Leisz on 5 August 1953 at Ohio.
Death21 November 2008Adeline L. Bussewitz died on 21 November 2008 at Colorado at age 83 LEISZ, ADELINE B. Adeline, 83, was born on March 30, 1925 in Turtle Lake, Wisconsin, and passed away on November 21, 2008 in Aurora, Colorado. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Richard Leisz. She is survived by her sister, Viola Fredrick, and numerous nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Olinger Crown Hill. Interment, Crown Hill.

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Richard John Leisz

M, b. 25 April 1925, d. 14 June 1995
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Name TypeDateDescription
NicknameRichard John Leisz also went by the name of Dick.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 April 1925Richard John Leisz was born on 25 April 1925 at Wisconsin.
Marriage5 August 1953He married Adeline L. Bussewitz, daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff, on 5 August 1953 at Ohio.
Death14 June 1995Richard John Leisz died on 14 June 1995 at Colorado at age 70 Richard J. "Dick" Leisz of Denver, a real estate broker, died June 14. He was 70.

Services were Monday at Crown Hill Memorial Chapel. Entombment was in Crown Hill Mausoleum.

He was born April 25, 1925, in Turtle Lake, Wis., and graduated from Turtle Lake High School. On 5 August, 1953, he married Adeline Bussewitz in Cleveland.

He was employed at Girard Realty, Wood Brothers Realty and Hutchinson Sales Corp. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening.

He is survived by his wife and a sister, Muriel Klingelhoets, Manona, Wis.

Pearl Margaret Dunemann

F, b. 2 May 1919, d. 6 March 2019
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Pearl Margaret (Dunemann) Bussewitz
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name12 October 1939As of 12 October 1939,her married name was Bussewitz.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 May 1919Pearl Margaret Dunemann was born on 2 May 1919.
Marriage12 October 1939She married Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz, son of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff, on 12 October 1939.
Death6 March 2019Pearl Margaret Dunemann died on 6 March 2019 at age 99 Pearl Margaret Bussewitz, 99, of Turtle Lake and Cumberland died Wednesday, March 6, 2019, at Care and Rehab-Cumberland. She was born May 2, 1919, in Turtle Lake, WI to Henry and Louise (Klug) Dunemann. She was married at Zion Lutheran Church - Turtle Lake on October 12, 1939, to Alfred Bussewitz who preceded her in death on February 7, 1989. She was an active church member at Zion Lutheran Church in Turtle Lake, and St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Cumberland.

Pearl was a woman of many skills and talents. Her jobs ranged from farmer's wife, to produce manager at Red and White in Turtle Lake, to becoming the proud owner and operator of the Dairy Queen in Cumberland for 7 years. Her time spent at the Senior Center was filled with cribbage and 500. She also served on the Board of Directors at the Senior Center.

She is survived by 2 sons, Morris (Priscilla) Bussewitz of Cumberland, and Gene (Connie) Bussewitz of Cumberland; 13 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild born in December; many nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. She was preceded in death by 1 son, John Bussewitz, 1 daughter, Beverlee (Roger) Owens, 2 sisters, Elna (Clifford ) Gamache, and Esther (Alois) Quade; and brother, Harold (Ona) Dunemann.

Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Cumberland, with lunch to follow. Pallbearers are Pearl's seven grandsons: Jeffery Owens, Michael Bussewitz, Kurt Bussewitz, Jonathon Bussewitz, Brandon Bussewitz, Zachary Bussewitz, and Thor Bussewitz.

DrydenWire, Barron County, Wisconsin, 10 Mar 2019.

Children of Pearl Margaret Dunemann and Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz

Fred Edward Fredrick

M, b. 2 December 1918, d. 10 June 2006
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Birth2 December 1918Fred Edward Fredrick was born on 2 December 1918 at New Richmond, Wisconsin.
Marriagecirca 1941He married Viola Martha Bussewitz, daughter of Emil Frank Bussewitz and Emma C. Retzlaff, circa 1941.
Death10 June 2006Fred Edward Fredrick died on 10 June 2006 at age 87 FREDRICK, FRED S. Survived by Viola, wife of 65 years; two daughters, Judy McIntosh and Jill Dean; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren. Memorial service Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Lutheran Church, 15625 East Iliff Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to All Saints Lutheran Church.

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DateLocationDescription
1940In 1940 Highest Grade Completed     High School, 4th year.

Children of Fred Edward Fredrick and Viola Martha Bussewitz

Larry Robert Fredrick

M, b. 8 June 1941, d. 1 May 2005
Father*Fred Edward Fredrick b. 2 Dec 1918, d. 10 Jun 2006
Mother*Viola Martha Bussewitz b. 9 Dec 1922, d. 27 Jan 2009
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Birth8 June 1941Larry Robert Fredrick was born on 8 June 1941 at Amery, Polk, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Fred Edward Fredrick and Viola Martha Bussewitz.
Death1 May 2005Larry Robert Fredrick died on 1 May 2005 at age 63 Larry R. Fredrick, 63, Crescent City, Fla., died Sunday, May 1, 2005, at Putnam Community Medical Center.

The Amery, Wis., native had returned to Crescent City seven years ago, coming from Citrus County, Fla. He was Community President for Capital City Banks, Palatka, Fla., and was a member of Hope Lutheran Church, Satsuma.

A leader in the community, he was a member of the Rotary Club of Palatka and served on the board of directors for several local organizations, including the Putnam Behavioral Healthcare, Putnam County YMCA, United Way of Putnam County and Sun Kidz Early Learning Coalition of Putnam County.

He was an avid fan of NASCAR, the Green Bay Packers, Florida Gators and Atlanta Braves. He loved hunting and the great outdoors.

Surviving are his wife, Jeannie; a son, Todd (Mary) of Centennial, Colo; his parents, Fred and Viola of Crescent City; sisters, Judy (Bob) McIntosh of Aurora, Colo., and Jill (Bob) Dean of Pine, Colo; a grandson, Chad Fredrick; a granddaughter, Katie Fredrick; nieces, Kim Fredrick and Tiffany Meach; nephews, Jason and Matt McIntosh and Zach and Dusty Dean; along with faithful canine companions, Moon and Skyy.

His brother, Loren, preceded him in death.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 5, from Hope Lutheran Church, Satsuma, Rev. Jake Brey officiating, with burial at Eden Cemetery, Crescent City.

The board of directors of Capital City Bank will serve as honorary pallbearers.

Visitation will be held 6-8 p.m. Wednesday from Johnson-Overturf Funeral Home, Palatka. In celebration of Larry's life, a memorial video will be show during calling hours.

Loren Fredrick

M, d. before 2005
Father*Fred Edward Fredrick b. 2 Dec 1918, d. 10 Jun 2006
Mother*Viola Martha Bussewitz b. 9 Dec 1922, d. 27 Jan 2009
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Loren Fredrick was the son of Fred Edward Fredrick and Viola Martha Bussewitz.
Deathbefore 2005Loren Fredrick died before 2005.

Gene E. Bussewitz

M, b. 19 February 1947, d. 26 September 2022
Father*Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz b. 1 Jun 1916, d. 7 Feb 1989
Mother*Pearl Margaret Dunemann b. 2 May 1919, d. 6 Mar 2019
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Gene E Bussewitz
Gene Bussewitz 1965 senior portrait Turtle Lake High School, Turtle Lake, Barron, Wisconsin
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 February 1947Gene E. Bussewitz was born on 19 February 1947 at Amery, Wisconsin, twin with John.
He was the son of Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz and Pearl Margaret Dunemann.
Death26 September 2022Gene E. Bussewitz died on 26 September 2022 at age 75 Gene Bussewitz, son of Alfred Bussewitz and Pearl (Dunemann) Bussewitz, was born in Amery, WI on February 19, 1947, along with his identical twin brother John.

He attended Turtle Lake Schools and graduated from high school in 1965, attended University of Wisconsin Eau Claire and graduated with a B.S. in Accounting in 1969. In January 1969 he enlisted in the Peace Corp. In April 1970 he was inducted into the military and served in the US Army and was honorably discharged in October of 1971. Gene began his career in Minneapolis for a non-profit and in 1975 he joined Verizon/GTE which began his 27-year telecommunications accounting career. After 3 years of early retirement, he went back to work for Chibardun/Mosaic where he stayed for 10 more years. He officially retired to Cumberland, WI where he enjoyed a life of traveling, playing golf, pontooning, gardening, and spending time with his family. Church was always at the forefront, and according to Gene, “Life is busy, life is certainly hectic, but ‘too busy’ for God has not been an option for my callings. Volunteering and serving where I am qualified makes me feel good, keeps me active, and allows me to be at peace with the One”.

Survived by wife: of 39 years, Connie (Chubb) Bussewitz; children: Paige (Mark Kirkeby) Johnson of Minneapolis, MN; Zach Bussewitz of Estes Park, CO; Thor Bussewitz of Madison, WI; grandchildren: Orion Peytchev-Bussewitz; Kaiya Peytcheva-Bussewitz; Roscoe Colt; siblings: Morris (Percy) Bussewitz; sister-in-law: Diane Bussewitz; numerous nieces, nephews and good friends.

Preceded in death by parents: Alfred and Pearl (Dunemann) Bussewitz; siblings, Bev (Max) Owens, John Bussewitz

Visitation held at the Skinner Funeral Home, 1245 1st Avenue, Cumberland, WI on September 29, 2022 from 4-7pm

Memorial Service held at First Lutheran Church, 1180 8th Avenue, Cumberland WI on September 30, 2022 at 11am with luncheon to follow. Visitation an hour before service. Gene’s memorial service will be live streamed via the First Lutheran Church Facebook page.

Internment will be held at a later date at Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial, N4063 Veterans Way, Spooner, WI.

Honorary pallbearers are nephews: Jeff Owens, Mike Bussewitz, Kurt Bussewitz, Jonathan Bussewitz, Brandon Bussewitz, William Chubb, Brian Cloyd, Shawn Cloyd, Richard Cloyd.

John Henry Bussewitz

M, b. 19 February 1947, d. 9 March 1996
Father*Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz b. 1 Jun 1916, d. 7 Feb 1989
Mother*Pearl Margaret Dunemann b. 2 May 1919, d. 6 Mar 2019
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John Bussewitz 1965 senior portrait Turtle Lake High School, Turtle Lake, Barron, Wisconsin
Life EventDateDescription
Birth19 February 1947John Henry Bussewitz was born on 19 February 1947 at twin with Gene, Amery, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz and Pearl Margaret Dunemann.
Death9 March 1996John Henry Bussewitz died on 9 March 1996 at Barron, Wisconsin, at age 49.

Beverlee Kay Bussewitz

F, b. 24 August 1940, d. 17 December 1989
Father*Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz b. 1 Jun 1916, d. 7 Feb 1989
Mother*Pearl Margaret Dunemann b. 2 May 1919, d. 6 Mar 2019
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Beverly Bussewitz 1959 yearbook portrait Turtle Lake High School, Turtle Lake, Barron, Wisconsin
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationBeverlee Kay Bussewitz was also known as Beverly K.
Married NameHer married name was Owens.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth24 August 1940Beverlee Kay Bussewitz was born on 24 August 1940 at Amery, Polk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz and Pearl Margaret Dunemann.
Marriage12 August 1961Beverlee Kay Bussewitz married Roger G. Owens on 12 August 1961.
Death17 December 1989Beverlee Kay Bussewitz died on 17 December 1989 at Barron, Wisconsin, at age 49.

Roger G. Owens

M, b. 21 May 1939, d. 31 July 2011
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Roger Max Owens
Name TypeDateDescription
Name Variation12 August 1961As of 12 August 1961, Roger G. Owens was also known as Max.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth21 May 1939Roger G. Owens was born on 21 May 1939.
Marriage12 August 1961He married Beverlee Kay Bussewitz, daughter of Alfred Emil Herman Bussewitz and Pearl Margaret Dunemann, on 12 August 1961.
Death31 July 2011Roger G. Owens died on 31 July 2011 at age 72 Roger G. "Max" Owens, 72 of Cumberland, Wisconsin passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, July 31, 2011 at his home. He was born May 21, 1939, in Cumberland, Wi to Lloyd and Norma (Zimbeck) Owens, grew up in the Cumberland area and graduated from Cumberland High Schoolin 1957. Max attended UW-Superior for two years, then worked for several years, was married to Beverlee Bussewitz on August 12, 1961, was drafted into the US Army that same year and spent two years as an MP, stationed in Colorado Springs. Upon returning, they lived in the Twin Cities, Max briefly worked for Gopher News and then worked construction. In 1968, they moved to Cumberland and he purchased a cattle trucking business, and farmed east of Cumberland until 1973 when he bought the Dairy Queen, which he ran until 1981. Max went back to what he loved doing most, farming. When Beverlee became ill, Max moved back to town to began working as a mail carrier in Cumberland and surrounding area. Beverlee preceded him in death on December 17 1989. He met and later married Lois Paulson Church in Barron, Wi. on April 6, 1991. Max retired in 2002. After his retirement, he worked several odd jobs. He and Lois enjoyed many wonderful years together traveling and spending time at their home in Texas as well as enjoying their kids and grandkids busy and exciting lives. Max was an avid sports fan, who cheered on the Twins, Vikings and his grandchildrens' sports teams. Max loved visiting with friends, old and new alike, tellling jokes, pulling pranks and making people smile.

He is survived by wife, Lois of Cumberland; 1 son, Jeff Owens (Ade Nelson) of Coon Rapids, MN; 2 daughters, Sandee (Scott) Buergi of Rice Lake and Kari Owens of Cumberland; 3 grandchildren, Alicia and Drew Buergi and Jessica Owens; 4 step children, Mari Chuirch, Jeff (Billie) Church, Brad Chruch and Chris (Mary Church; 11 step grandchildren, Tyler, Bryan, Jon, Ema, Tara, Kora, Ryan, Sidney, Jerry, Janessa and Jenniah (Adam): 4 Step great grandchildren; his father, Lloyd Owens of Comstock; 1 brother Jon (Ann) Owens of Comstock; 1 sister, Rita Franz of Cumberland and many nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. Max was also preceded in death by his mother, Norma Owens, 1 sister, JoAnne robertson and daughter in law Cindy Owens.

Memorial service will be held at 11 AM Thursday, August 4, 2022 at First Lutheran Church, Cumberland, Wi with Rev Timothy Schmidt officiating. Burial of cremains will be in Lakeside cemetery. Honary pallbears are Thor Haug, Floyd Pajak, Donald Zager, Alicia buergi, Drew Bueergi, Jessica Owens and Tom Bents. Military honors were accorded by Anderson Thomson post #98 american Legion. cumberland and the Wisconsin State Honors Team. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 pm on Wednesday at the Skinner Funeral Home in Cumberland and for one hour prior to services on Thursday at the church.