Norman A. ‘Gabby’ Collien, 74, passed away peacefully with his loving wife and family by his side on Thursday, May 14, 2020, at his home in Kekoskee. Gabby was born the son of Arnold and Josephine (Vollmer) Collien on September 10, 1945, in Fond du Lac. Gabby was a 1963 graduate of Mayville High School. He served his country faithfully in the US Army during Vietnam stationed in Korea. Upon returning from service Gabby continued his employment at Mayville Metal and would continue until his retirement after 43 years. He was united in marriage to Lori Schellpfeffer on July 18, 1997, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Mayville. Gabby was member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Mayville as well as a member of the Mayville American Legion Post #69. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and golfing with his family. Gabby also belonged to the Mayville Golf Club, Ducks Unlimited, Horicon Marsh Bowman, and the Mayville Gun Club. He also was active in his community and was a member of the Kekoskee Fire Department. Gabby was a true outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, golfing, sturgeon spearing, and in his younger days trapping with his father. He enjoyed spending time up north in Eagle River and Boulder Junction. He had a real passion for all things sports. He spent many hours watching and attending Packer games, Badger hockey and football, and especially his beloved Chicago Blackhawks. He passed down a love for the Hawks to his special great nephews and niece. One of his favorite pastimes was attending all of his nephews and nieces sporting events. Whether it was hockey, softball, baseball, football, or soccer, he was always there. Gabby always enjoyed being on the move, whether it was a trip to the Horicon Marsh, flying across the ocean to Australia, or taking a cruise to Alaska. Gabby is survived by his wife, Lori of Kekoskee; his siblings, Charlotte Feucht of Waupun, Mabel (Wayne) Billington of Mayville, Luann (Mick) Kallas of Eagle River, and Susan (Dave) Herman of West Bend; his mother-in-law, Marlene Schellpfeffer of Mayville; his siblings-in-law, Cindy (Mark) Mansueto, Todd (Shelly) Schellpfeffer, and Greg (Tammy) Schellpfeffer all of Mayville. He is further survived by many special nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and father-in-law, Willie Schellpfeffer. Gabby’s family would like to extend a special thank you to his Baggin’ For A Cure family who supported him throughout his many years of fighting the battle against cancer. Due to current health restrictions, a private family graveside service will be held at Graceland Cemetery in Mayville with the Rev. Tom Biersack presiding and military honors provided by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. A public celebration of Gabby’s life is being planned for the future. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences please visit www. KoepsellFH.com

Wilfred A. Lehner, 92, of Kekoskee passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. Wilfred was born the son of Alvin and Leona (Manthey) Lehner on September 30, 1927, in LeRoy. He was a veteran of the US Army serving during WWII stationed in Hawaii. He was united in marriage to June Quinn on September 10, 1955, in Ripon. Wilfred was a skilled welder and worked for United Pipeline in Beloit and then went on to own and operate Oak Stone Corporation in Oakfield with his brother Harold. After retirement Wilfred enjoyed helping his community in Kekoskee and worked in recycling. Wilfred was a lifelong member of St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy as well as a member of the Lomira American Legion Post #347. He was also a member of the Operating Engineering Union Local #139. Wilfred is survived by his wife, June of Kekoskee; his daughter, Jody (Terry Wolter) Schroeder of Lomira; his grandsons, Jason (Melissa) Schroeder of Lomira, Jesse (Sara) Schroeder of Oakfield, and Josey Schroeder of Fond du Lac; his great-grandchildren, Morgan and Molly; his sisters, Nyla (Jerry) Gillich of Menomonee Falls and Arlene (Tom) Bobb of Menomonee Falls; further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Billy in infancy; son-in-law, Jeff Schroeder; brothers, Harold (Edna), Victor (June), and Norbert (Grace); sisters, Gladys (Rudy) Sternat, Lucille Sabel, Bonitta (Gordon) Walters, Jeanette (Eugene) Straveler, and Caroline (Harlan) Hahn. Due to current health restrictions, a private family graveside service will be held at St. Andrew Catholic Cemetery in LeRoy with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. Military honors will be conducted by the Lomira American Legion Post #347. A public celebration of Wilfred’s life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to St. Andrew Catholic Church in LeRoy. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences please visit www. KoepsellFH.com

Jean M. (Dewitz) Binkus, 70, passed away on May 13, 2020, in West Palm Beach, FL. She beat cancer but never fully recovered. Jean was born on December 13, 1949, in Fond du Lac the daughter of Walter and Marcella (Franke) Dewitz. Jean was a 1968 Horicon High School graduate. She married Rich Binkus New Years Eve 1999 in Beaver Dam. She lived in Beaver Dam, then moved to FL for retirement. Jean loved traveling with her husband, Rich. She enjoyed golfing, playing cards with the grandchildren and Mahjong with the ladies of IBIS. Jean is survived and will be missed deeply by husband, Rich Binkus of West Palm Beach, FL; and her sister, Sandi (Larry) Kohrt of Mayville; her two children, daughter, Jackie (Chad) Westover of Princeton; and son, Dusty Bensley of Waupun; and her two granddaughters, Jasymn Bensley and Alyssa Westover and two step-grandsons, Michael Sutton and Aaron Westover. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, James Dewitz; and nephew, Travis Oresnik and niece, Tammy Warden. Due to current health restrictions, a memorial service will be held at a later date.

Roger Rufus Kahlhammer, 81, of Neshkoro, passed away at his home surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, May 10, 2020. He was born on August 15, 1938, in Kekoskee, a son of Rufus and Ruby Anna (Meyer) Kahlhamer. Roger proudly served his country in the United States Airforce. On March 11, 1967, he married Sandra Kay Asmus in Kekoskee. For 30 years, he worked for John Deere in Horicon as an assembler. Roger was also a bartender at various establishments throughout the years and always loved meeting new people. He was the Cow Catcher of Germania. Roger enjoyed the outdoors, especially camping with his family and going fishing. Spending time with and spoiling his grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought him great joy. Roger is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra Kahlhammer of Neshkoro; four children, Laura (Larry) Ankerson of Gillett, Jolene (Jayson) Lentz of Mayville, Heidi Pressler of Neshkoro, Kevin Kahlhammer of Madison; six grandchildren, Kayla, Jeremy, Amber, Kyle, Aaron and Kayden; three great-grandchildren, Raina, Jackson; one great-grandson due in August; sister, Lavonne (Alex) Kummerow of Mayville; other relatives and friends near and far. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rufus and Ruby Kahlhamer; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roland and Helen Asmus; grandson, Samuel Rohde. A Celebration of Life for Roger Kahlhammer will be held at a later date. Please visit our website www.wachholzandsons.com to send a condolence or to share a memory of Roger with his family. Wachholz and Sons Funeral Home, Sunset Cremation Center in Princeton is serving the Family, 920-295-6631.

Clarice Isabelle (Thurk) Hoffman, 93, formerly of Mayville/LeRoy, has been reunited with her husband James on Friday, May 1, 2020, while living at Marvin’s Manor in Horicon since December of 2019. Clarice was born on December 4, 1926, to Clarence and Rosa (Oeschner) Thurk at their country home in rural LeRoy. On June 6, 1953, she married the love of her life, James Robert Hoffman of Mayville, at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Their attendants were Jerome and Margaret Hoffman. Clarice had worked at Regal Ware for several years. She loved making fudge with Jim along with making many quilts and countless afghans, as well as, growing beautiful flower gardens. Clarice is survived by her children, Joe of Shawano, Diane (Brian) Sindahl of Mountain, and Janet (Steve) Luebke of Mayville; her grandchildren, Jennifer (Jeff) Ewing of Fall River, Jessica (Russell) Wolf of Breed, Lauren Hoffman of Green Bay, Claire Luebke (Bradley Kulibert) of Fox Lake, and Nicholas Luebke of Mayville; her great-grandchildren, Austin Fidler, Colton Johann, Ted Hatfield, Nathan Butler and Lilly Wolf. Clarice is further survived by her brother and sister-in-law, John and Sylvia Thurk of La Crosse; sister and brother-in-law, Katherine and Peter Quinn of LeRoy; sisters-in-law, Beth Thurk of Arkdale and Nellie Thurk of LeRoy. Clarice was preceded in death by her husband James in 2011; her daughter-in-law, Suzanne Hoffman and great-grandson, Braeden Johann; her brothers, George Thurk and Charles (Ida) Thurk and her sister, Rosemary (Edward) Sukowatey. Clarice will be laid to rest with private family services at the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum in Fond du Lac on Friday, May 8, with Rev. Sara Gillespie officiating. There will be a public Celebration of Life at a later date. If desired, memorial donations for Clarice may be directed to her family. The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www. koepsellfh.com.

Delores M. Becker, 85, of Iron Ridge passed away on April 28, 2020. She was born on July 24, 1934, at Lebanon, to Carl and Gertrude (Radloff) Stark She attended Bethany Lutheran Grade School and graduated from Hustisford High School, Class of 1952. On August 2, 1952, she was married to her life partner, soulmate and love of her life, Calvin Becker at St John’s Lutheran Church, Woodland. They were privileged with 67 blessed year together; he survives her. Their union was blessed with five children, Nancy Baney, Bonnie Becker, Stuart Becker, Karen (Don) Baney and Richard Becker; five grandchildren, Christopher and Nicholas Baney, Benjamin and Brock Becker and Abigail (Zachary) Kimmel; two great-grandsons, Collin and Remington Baney. Her children, grandchildren, and great grandsons were her pride and joy, countless hands of ‘Crazy 8”, many special moments shared Other survivors include brother, Roger (Judi) Stark; brother-in-law, Hank Durest; in-laws, Ruby Gentz, Evangeline Gunka, Beverly (Steve) Mann and Jean Chapman. Preceded by sisters, Alice Stark, Sylvia Duerst; in-laws, Earl Gentz, John Gunka, Daniel Becker, Wallace and Joan Pusch, Herbert and Joan Becker, Curtis and Mary Becker, Walt Chapman; son-in-law, Dan Baney; daughter-in-law, Cheri Becker. Delores was a shy, quiet ‘city gal’ who married a farmer and devoted her time, talents and energy to being a farmer’s wife and partner. Together they worked their land, did chores and somehow found time to raise their family and have fun. She was a member of St John’s Church, Woodland, active in their Ladies Aid and lending her voice to the church choir. Hobbies included 30+ years bowling–sometimes three times a week, fishing–loved catching and frying bullheads, the best fish in her opinion. Took great pride in her large garden, preserving all that the Lord provided. Found time for needle and thread, embroidering towels, pillowcases and ‘dresser scarves’ and perpetual mending for her family. Baking–Christmas provided dozens of her creations, bake sale donations—over the top—such a labor of love. Gave freely to all, farm bookkeeper, had all the facts even for 2020 tax filing, always her best for others. In later years Delores and Calvin discovered a love for travel and ‘road trips’, ‘Up north’ to get away, Louisville, KT annually, Branson, MO, East and West coasts, antique and steam power shows, craft/flea markets and the ‘back roads’ of Wisconsin. Many miles logged along the Mississippi River, probably visited every city and hamlet on both sides. And of course, the annual apple orchard trips to assure apples for her family. Had an atlas built in. Had a knack for remembering the places they had been. Due to the current health restrictions, a graveside committal service with Pastor James Castello officiating will take place on Friday, May 1, at Hustisford Cemetery. Memorial Service/Celebration of her life to be determined. Memorials, if desired, can be directed to St John’s, Woodland or the charity of one’s choice. Her favorite words, Morning, noon, and night—Good Morning Grandma! Enjoy a Good Brandy Old Fashioned Sweet ---- till we are together again! Rest in Peace. Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is serving the family. For online condolences and other information please visit www.KoepsellFH. com