Ralph “Chazie” A. Giese died on October 8, 2021, at the age of 87.     He was born to Elmer and Adele Giese at home in Theresa on October 26, 1933. He served our country in the Army during the Korean War, 1953-1955.     Ralph married Faye Jacklin on June 18, 1955, and loved her for the next 66 years. Wild Country aftershave, pearl snap down western shirts with sleeves rolled up twice and his dancing boots were always part of him. He liked camping, doing stuff with the snowmobile club, working in his garage and helping out others. He got a chance to go on the Honor Flight with his son-in-law and had a great time. He has lots of pictures.    He also loved his family. Ralph invented different ways to get them to come to help him with something and then making a party of it. He looked forward to seeing his grandchildren and great-grandchildren more than anything.    Ralph drove truck most of his life. He helped his dad haul cattle. For 20 years, he drove truck for Mercury Marine. He decided to go on his own and became an owner-operator. Ralph also drove school bus for Lomira School District for nine years before he fully retired.    Those he left behind are his wife, Faye; his daughter, Christine (Al); his son, Roger (Joan), and his son, Chet. He has six grandchildren: Brandon, Ashley, Michelle, Jason, Michael, and Ryan. Ralph has eight great-grandchildren and one on the way. He has three sisters remaining: Dorothy Krueger, Shirley Gruber, Bonnie Okon; and three sisters-in-law: Marion Giese, Carol Ruplinger, Bonnie Okon; and one brother-in-law, Ronnie Coulter.    Preceding him in death are his parents and family members, Norman and Gertrude Jacklin, Verona (Frank) Hartwig, Oscar (Ruth) Giese, Oliver Krueger, Marvin Giese, Margaret (Marvin) Schultz, Janet Coulter, Norman Gruber, Mary (Leonard) Schultz, Sal Okon, Leroy (Delores) Faber, Ralph (Mary) Jacklin, Norman Jacklin, Jr, Marvin Ruplinger and Harold Jacklin.    Private family services with Military Honors were held at Union Cemetery in Theresa.    The family thanks to the nurses (especially Adam S.) at Beaver Dam Hospital, the support staff, the case workers, Crossroads team, and Heartland for their support with hospice.    Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com

 DuWayne R. Margelof­sky, 75, of Juneau passed away peace­fully on Sun­day, Oct. 17, at his home sur­rounded by his lov­ing fam­ily.   Wayne was born in Oconomowoc on March 24, 1946, the son of Robert and Gladys (Cram­let) Margelof­sky. Wayne grew up on a farm near Hus­tis­ford.   Later he oc­ca­sion­ally tended bar at his par­ent’s tav­ern, Mock­ing­bird Hill, where he met the love of his life. On July 24, 1971 he was united in mar­riage to San­dra Folyer of Juneau at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Neosho.   He worked on con­struc­tion mainly in north­ern Wis­con­sin for Michels Pipeline of Brownsville and later for Town & Coun­try Con­struc­tion of Mayville, where he was com­monly known as Margo. Later he worked for the Dodge County High­way De­part­ment where he plowed snow in the win­ter and mowed road­sides in the sum­mer until re­tire­ment in 2007.   In his younger years, he en­joyed deer hunt­ing by Wis­con­sin Rapids with his cousins Paul and Wes­ley Van Marter and great friend John Fog­a­rty. If the walls of that cabin could only tell sto­ries.    Fam­ily was every­thing to Wayne and he loved the time he spent with them. He en­joyed going to the casi­nos, es­pe­cially going to Las Vegas with fam­ily and friends. He also en­joyed the many cruises to the Caribbean, in­clud­ing trips to Alaska and Hawaii.    Wayne would tell you he loved doing his yard­work and took great pride in how it looked. Many com­mented his lawn was like a plush car­pet. In 2007 Wayne and Sandy de­cided to build their re­tire­ment home and move south. That being the south side of High­way 26.Wayne has been a mem­ber of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Juneau for many years.    Wayne is sur­vived by his wife of 50 years, San­dra, of Juneau; his daugh­ters, Shelby (Tim) Loomis and Sheila Margelof­sky of Juneau; his grand­chil­dren, Bran­don Loomis (Sab­rina), Katie Loomis (Dan Moyni­han) and Saman­tha Loomis; and one great-grand­child, Levi Loomis, all of Juneau. He is also sur­vived by his broth­ers, Robert (Nancy) Margelof­sky, David (Sandy) Margelof­sky; broth­ers-in-law, Charles Knuep­pel and John (Melody) Folyer and fa­ther-in-law, Glen (Linda) Folyer; fur­ther sur­vived by nieces, nephews and other rel­a­tives and friends.    He was pre­ceded in death by his par­ents; sis­ter, Mar­lene Knuep­pel; brother, William (Bill) Margelof­sky; sis­ter-in-law JoAnn Margelof­sky; mother-in-law, Eve­lyn Folyer; brother-in-law Dale Folyer, and a grand­son.    Spe­cial thanks to Rain­bow Hos­pice staff Jody G, Jes­sica, Saman­tha and Dr. Mc­Gorey for their help and sup­port the last cou­ple weeks.   Vis­i­ta­tion is Sat­ur­day, Oct. 23, at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, 400 S. Main Street, Juneau, WI from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.   Fu­neral ser­vice will fol­low at 1 p.m. Rev. David Brandt will of­fi­ci­ate. In­ter­ment will be in Juneau City Ceme­tery. Lun­cheon at church will fol­low the grave side ser­vice.   Memo­ri­als, if de­sired, may be di­rected to St. John’s Lutheran Church of Juneau or Rain­bow Hos­pice of John­son Creek.    The Berndt-Ledesma Fu­neral Home-Juneau is serv­ing the fam­ily.

   JoAnn H. Margelofsky, 76, of Hustisford, passed away at home on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021.   JoAnn Helen Schuster was born on June 9, 1945, in Woodland to Waldemar and Norma (Baumann) Schuster. She went to Woodland Grade School and was a 1963 graduate of Hartford Union High School.   After graduation, JoAnn worked at Mercury Marine in Beaver Dam and Fond du Lac in the packing department.   On September 11, 1965, JoAnn married William “Bill” Margelofsky in Woodland, and on June 5, 1967 their son, Troy, was born.   She spent most of her career at Dodge County Dairy Testing as a lab technician and then for Nancy’s Notions before retiring.   Bill and JoAnn built a home on the Rock River at Woods Bridge south of Horicon and lived there for 31 years.    JoAnn enjoyed gardening, especially growing and drying flowers and making arrangements and wreaths with them. She also enjoyed canning all the fruits and vegetables that she grew. Fishing for salmon on Lake Michigan with Bill, on their boat “Willy Won” was one of her favorite activities. JoAnn was a member of St. Stephen Lutheran Church in Horicon.    After retirement, JoAnn and Bill moved to the Northwoods, building a home in the Chequamegon National Forest. JoAnn worked part time for a private family on Trout Lake and was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church of Boulder Junction. In 2017, Bill and JoAnn moved back to Hustisford.    JoAnn is survived by her son, Troy (Sandie) Brick-Margelofsky of Dodgeville; brother, Tom (Colleen) Schuster; sisters, Karen (Ron) Schoephoester and Marlene Schauer; brothers-in-law, Robert (Nancy) Margelofsky, David (Sandy) Margelofsky, DuWayne (Sandy) Margelofsky, Chuck Knueppel; sister-in-law, Beverly Schuster; and further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.    She was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, on April 18, 2021; parents; brother, Ron Schuster; sister-in-law, Marlene Knueppel; brother-in-law, Bill Schauer; and other relatives.   A memorial gathering for JoAnn will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 27, at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, 505 North Palmatory St., Horicon, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 11 a.m. with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Inurnment will take place at Woodland Cemetery.    If desired, memorials in JoAnn’s name may be directed to St. Stephen Lutheran Church.   Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services, 135 Keller Blvd., Beaver Dam is honored to be serving the family. You may send private online condolences or sign the family’s guest book at www.cstonefs.com.

 John H. Franke, 54, of Juneau, passed away on Monday, Oct. 11, 2021, at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam.   John was born on April 10, 1967, the son of Harold and Marion (Dewitz) Franke in Beaver Dam.   He was a 1988 graduate of Beaver Dam High School.   He was employed at Green Valley Enterprises in Beaver Dam.   John was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Brown’s Corner and St. John’s dartball league. He enjoyed competing with Special Olymics in bowling, sports, NASCAR and racing with his family.   John will be deeply missed by his sisters and brothers, Bonnie (John Vetta) Mengel, Ken Franke, both of Horicon, Tom (Karen Feucht) Franke of Lomira, Tammy (Steve) Blexrude and Jim (Patty) Franke, both of Horicon. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Diane in 1966; his brother, Dan, in 2012.   A visitation for John was held on Friday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. until Noon at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Browns Corner.   A funeral service began at noon with Rev. Daniel Seehafer officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Browns Corner Cemetery.   The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

   Elizabeth "Ellen" J. Borges (Wennekes), 79, of Iron Ridge, passed away on October 8, 2021, peacefully at her home with her family by her side.   Ellen was born on April 16, 1942, in the city of Utrecht, The Netherlands. She was the youngest of nine children.   Her many talents growing up were learning to speak several languages (Dutch, German, English, and some French) as well as knitting, sewing, crocheting. She was very talented in sketching/drawing. Coming from a musical family, she loved to sing and dance. Her family gave her the tools to become the kind, passionate and respectful woman that we all know today.    Ellen met the love of her life in 1957, coming out of church in the city of Zeist, The Netherlands.   During their courtship, Tom’s 1st Lieutenant (Air Force) had asked if he knew anyone to look after his child, in which Ellen did.    After dating for a year, they married in 1958, then had two children.   On Thanksgiving day, 1960, they landed in the USA, and resided in Pennsyvania (Toms’ home state).   After a month, Tom relocated to Wisconsin, on recommendation from his brother, of job opportunities.    They settled in Milwaukee for five years, then Menomonee Falls for three, where Ellen raised three more children (five at this point).   Being a Golden Guernsey milk truck driver, Tom came upon an opportunity to purchase a home with a little grocery store attached, out in the country, in a serene and beautiful area called Holy Hill. Not only did Ellen operate the store, maintain their home, sewed all outfits for herself and her children, they had two more children (seven total).   Ellen kept active in her Christian faith. She loved teaching CCD classes, was a Christian Mother, a member of the choir and was involved in the church activities including the “Fall Festivals” for St. Hubert’s/St. Gabriel’s in Hubertus. Ellen was at every sports event to support her children. She was a 4H teacher for knitting, crocheting and sewing. She joined Jazzercise, Aerobics, and did the TV Guide’s crossword puzzle faithfully every week! She loved to dress up and have her shoes, purse and jewelry match what she was wearing. She also enjoyed dining out, her morning tea, and shopping.   After 42 years living in Holy Hill, they moved to Iron Ridge, close to their two business’, one of which Ellen enjoyed working. If you visited Main Street Liquor, you would most likely see her knitting or crocheting baby outfits, blankets among other items for her grandchildren and friends. They joined St. Mary’s and began a new chapter in their lives. She became an avid supporter and fan of the Packers. For her, it was a day to celebrate with family, good friends, good food, and possibly winning a Packer pool! Ellen continued her exercise regimen by joining “Silver Sneakers” at the Tag Center. She loved meeting new people and socializing. She had a sincerity about her that drew people towards her.    There wasn’t an event that she didn’t miss with family. Family was her priority. She was a gift from heaven and touched many hearts. The impression she left will remain to grow in generations to come as her story continues through family and friends.    Ellen is survived by her husband, Thomas Borges Sr.; her seven children, Cathaleen Ali of Sheboygan, Mary-Ann Hennes (David) of Iron Ridge, Thomas Jr. (Pamela) Borges of Port Washington, Michele (Darin) Okrent of Kewaskum, Michael (Brenda) Borges of Hartford, Melissa (Ken Jr.) Kaiser of Erin, Mathew (Ann) Borges of East Troy; her 19 grandchildren, Rachel (Brad) Flouro, Andrew Hennes, Steven Hennes, Timmy (Rebekah) Borges, Vanessa (Kevin) Beere, Nadia (Ali) Ali, Salwa Ali, Atallah Ali, Alia (Sasa) Ali, Thomas Jr. 3rd Borges, Savannah Borges, Christian (Morgan) Borges, Sarah Okrent, Luke Okrent, Echo (Adam) Ashley, Baylee (Cody) Panek, Kenny Jr. 3rd Kaiser, Paige Kaiser, Angelina Borges; her 13 great-grandchildren, Anton Hennes and Reid Grupe, Jackson, Braelyn, Dylan and Devin Flouro, Frank Beere, Threa and Jennah Aldarorah, Teo and Natasa Simic, Lenora Ashley and soon-to-be-baby brother Ashley   She was preceded in death by her Oma and Opa; her parents; her siblings; and extended family.The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Aurora Hospice Care, and Koepsell’s Funeral Home Mayville, for the care and support shown to Elizabeth and her family.   Visitation was held on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 4 to 7 p.m. at Koepsell’s Funeral Home, 301 N. Walnut Street, Mayville and Thursday, Oct. 14, 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s.    A Mass of Christian Burial for Ellen will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville on Thursday, Oct. 14, at 11 a.m. with Father Tom Biersack presiding. Interment will take place at St. Mary Cemetery in Mayville.    Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

 David Lee Messner, 90, of Oakfield, passed away on October 6, 2021, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.   David was born the son of Harold and Lucille (Ollerman) Messner on November 1, 1930.   He was a 1949 graduate of Oakfield High School.   David was united in marriage to Jeanette Fink on July 7, 1962.   He was a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean Conflict.   Together with his family, David farmed his entire life on the family farm.   He was a lifetime member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Oakfield. David was also a member of the Oakfield VFW Post #8092.   In his spare time, David enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting pheasants with his dogs. He loved to watch them and enjoyed their hunting ability. David was a former longtime member of the Brownsville Sportsman Club and also a member of the Lomira Gun Club. He also liked shooting trap and sporting clays.   David is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jeanette of Oakfield; his daughter, Cheryl Stueber of Oakfield; his son, Steve (Kelly) Messner of Oakfield; his grandson, Vadim; further survived by other relatives and friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, DuWayne; in-laws, Henry and Irma Fink; son-in-law, William Stueber; brother and sister-in-law, Roger (Carol) Fink; and his faithful canine companion, Maggie.   Visitation was held on Wednesday, Oct. 13, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m. at St. Luke's Church in Oakfield.    A memorial service for David was held on Wednesday, Oct. 13, at 11 a.m. at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in Oakfield with the Pastor Matthew Schwartz officiating. Inurnment will take place on Thursday, October 14, at 11 a.m. at St. Petri Cemetery, Tn. Theresa, with military honors to be conducted by the Bintzler-Waehler American Legion Post #347.   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Luke’s in Oakfield or the St. Petri Cemetery Association in the Township of Theresa.   Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com

   Gladys June Frentzel, 95, of Watertown passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021.    Gladys was born on June 22, 1926, to William and Jessie (Boettcher) Lindemann in Watertown.    She graduated from Watertown High School in 1944.    She married Lloyd Frentzel on May 25, 1946. Together, they raised seven children.    Gladys worked in the office at Schweiger Industries for 19 years, retiring in October of 1988.    Gladys enjoyed crafting, watching the Brewers, playing board/card/video games, using her I-pad and visiting the zoo with family.    She was a member of St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jefferson.    She is survived by her children, Linda Frentzel of Monona, Michael (Bonnie Lees) Frentzel of Horicon, Thomas Frentzel of Romeoville, IL, Sally Frentzel of Watertown, Steven Frentzel of Beloit, Lori Frentzel (Brenda Stolzenburg) of Monona; daughter-in-law, Sharon Frentzel of Madison; seven grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and special boys, Isaac and Chase Carpenter.    Gladys was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd; parents; son, Richard Frentzel; daughter-in-laws, Cheryl Frentzel and Julie Frentzel; three sisters and two brothers.    Thanks to Judy Corbett, Carrie McLees and Barbara Patchett for all their help and support. Very special thanks to all of the staff at Rainbow Hospice.    Memorials can be made to Rainbow Hospice, 1225 Remmel Dr., Johnson Creek, WI 53094.    Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Jefferson. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until time of service. Burial will follow in Union Cemetery. Masks are not required but use your best judgment.    Please visit www.schneidermichaelisfuneralhome.com to leave a condolence and to share a memory.

   Lee A. Luehring, 82, of Fond du Lac, formerly of Mayville passed away peacefully on Friday, Oct. 1, 2021, at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac.   Lee was born the son of Carl and Agnes (Schraufnagel) Luehring on June 22, 1939, in Burnett.   He was united in marriage to Nancy Jane Boyd on October 21, 1961, in North Sacramento, CA. The two shared almost 60 years of marriage.    Lee had retired from Seneca Foods, where he worked as the plant manager.   Lee and Nancy attended Immanuel Trinity Church in Fond du Lac.   Lee enjoyed nature and loved to be outdoors, whether he was golfing or taking in a sunrise or sunset with Nancy.   Lee grew up playing hockey in his youth and later played semi-pro in California. He was a jack of all trades and liked to do many restoration projects such as classic cars or furniture. Lee was also an avid reader. Alongside Nancy, Lee loved to travel, and they cherished the trips to Cancun with their family. He enjoyed spending time with the family dogs, “the girls”, Zoey and Bailey. He will be dearly missed.   Lee is survived by his wife, Nancy of Fond du Lac' his sons, Jeffrey (Luann) Luehring of Combined Locks; Brian (Catalina Rojas) Luehring of Key Biscayne, FL, and Lee Michael (Holly) Luehring of Fond du Lac; his grandchildren, Austin, Matias, Sebastian, Christian, Hope, and Collin Kinney; his sister, Diane Beecham of GA; and brother, Tom (Marilyn) Luehring of Oconomowoc; further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Dan Luehring.   In honoring Lee’s wishes, a private family funeral will be held.   Special thanks to the staff at St. Agnes Hospital in Fond du Lac for the care and support shown to Lee and his family.   Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH.com