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Joseph Simonis
Joseph F. Simonis age 89 formerly of Rosholt, passed away Friday evening March 11, 2011 at Harmony Living Center in Stevens Point, where he resided the past year. A mass of Christian burial for Joe will be at 11: 00 AM on Thursday March 17, 2011 at St. Adalbert Catholic Church in Rosholt. Rev. Marcin Mankowski will officiate. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 4 - 8 PM at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point and again on Thursday from 10: 00 - 10: 45 AM at the church in Rosholt. A general rosary will be prayed at 7: 00 PM Wednesday evening at the funeral chapel. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established for St. Adalbert Catholic Church.
Joseph was born March 12, 1921 in the Town of Alban, the son of Aleas and Bertha (Stanislawski) Simonis. He spent his entire life in the area where he farmed until he retired in 1991. He also played the tuba and the bass violin with various bands. First with the Simonis Orchestra, then the Ed Russin Band, Johnny Check and the Wisconsin Dutchmen, Duane Burclaw and the Golden Aces, and the Simonis Trio. He later became owner of the now defunct Alban Store, where he resided. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing, gardening. Joe loved dancing with the young ladies, but not one of them could settle him down.
Joe is survived by his sister: Melane Zietlow, Iola; two brothers: Dennis (Florence) Simonis, Rosholt; Bill (Lorraine) Simonis, Rosholt. Sisiter-in-law: Beatrice Simonis, Rosholt. His special friend Lorraine Clark. He was preceded in death by his parents, three sisters and their husbands: Henrietta (Frank) Kosobucki, Evelyn (Ben) Richter, Sylvia (Don) Sullivan. One brother Fritz Simonis, and his brother-in-law Gordon Zietlow.
Joe's family wishes to thank the entire staff at Harmony for the care and compassion that they showed him.
William C. Davidson
William C. (Bill) Davidson, 70, of Stevens Point, died on Friday, March 11, 2011, at Ministry Saint Clare’s Hospital in Weston.
Bill was born on February 8, 1941, in Elkhart, Ind., to William G. and Martha Mary (Cogan) Davidson. He graduated from Elkhart High School in 1959 and earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1963 from Goshen College, Goshen, Ind. He went on to complete his graduate studies at the University of Kansas, where he earned his Master of Arts degree in 1965 and his Ph.D. in 1971. While completing his graduate degrees, his studies led him to work for the Cherokee Nation. Bill married
Carmen Grace Snyder on August 13, 1966, in Goshen, Ind.
Bill joined the faculty of the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point (UWSP) in 1968. Under the leadership of his department chair, Albert Croft, Bill was instrumental in developing one of the nation’s first comprehensive communication studies programs. His many contributions helped the program become one of the largest and most successful majors at UWSP. Bill served as the director of the university’s required public speaking course for over 15 years. He previously directed the Division of Communication’s graduate program for 16 years. Bill and Grace led UWSP’s semester abroad program to Australia in 2001 and to New Zealand in 2007.
Bill authored the texts You and Your Speeches: A Venture in Self Discovery and Communicate. He brought the famed Russian poet Yevgeny Yevtushenko to UWSP and many other colleges and universities throughout the country for poetry concerts. He and Grace edited Yevtushenko’s collection of poems in English, Walk On The Ledge.
Throughout his career, Professor Davidson was an inspiring, dedicated teacher, sensitive artist and exceptional scholar, esteemed and beloved by his students and colleagues. He commented many times how much he enjoyed his students and looked forward to teaching and advising them.
His curiosity and zest for life prompted his love of international travel. Bill’s family was one of the first to take a car trip to Moscow when travel was open to Russia in 1959. His other favorite activities included reading, writing, music, theatre, movies, poetry, photography, art, gardens, cooking, automobiles and his beloved shelties.
Bill passed away from complications associated with Bronchioloalveolar carcinoma, a rare form of lung cancer. He died surrounded by his loving family while listening to his favorite big band tunes while his wife, daughter, siblings, nieces and nephews recalled favorite stories to him of the rich and happy life they shared.
Bill’s family includes his wife, Grace; daughter, Holly Maria Davidson of Milwaukee; brothers, John Lee (Sandee) Davidson of Atlanta, Georgia, and Thomas J. Davidson, Vandalia, Mich.; sister, Christine A. Davidson of Elkhart, Ind.; nieces, Nicole (George) Davidson-Salter, Gabriella Davidson, Gretchen Davidson and Meghan Tarver; and nephews, Nathaniel (Nicolle) Davidson, and Dustin Balyeat. He was preceded in death by his parents. “Buzz, ” as his family called him, lived life to the fullest. His humor and optimism were contagious. Dearly loved by many he had the ability of bringing light into their lives. Bill will be missed more than words can say. One thing we CAN say is to quote Bill’s good friend Yevgeny Yevtushenko, “I love you more than nature…”
Bill’s family will take his remains to Birch Lake, Ind., where he spent a joyous childhood. A Celebration of Bill’s Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2011, in the Courtyard of the Noel Fine Arts Center on the UWSP campus. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his name to the UWSP Division of Communication for a student scholarship.
“Sleep, my beloved … let dreams settle softly in your eyes. It’s so difficult to fall asleep on this earth! And yet --- Do you hear beloved? Sleep.” (also from Yevgeny Yevtushenko)
Wayne Raschka
Wayne J. Raschka, age 41, of Stevens Point, passed away Friday afternoon, March 18, 2011 at St. Clare’s Hospital in Weston. Wayne had a recurrence of cancer this past August after surviving his first bout back in 1992.
A Mass of Christian burial for Wayne will be at 10: 30 AM on Wednesday at St. Mary’s Church in Custer, with burial to follow in the Parish cemetery. Rev. Rajen Anandan will officiate. Visitation will be from 5 - 8 PM Tuesday evening at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point, and again Wednesday morning from 9: 30 until the time of service at the church. A memorial in his name will be established in lieu of flowers.
Wayne was born January 2, 1970 in Stevens Point, the son of Chet and Margaret (Kane) Raschka. He graduated from SPASH in 1988. He joined the United States Army
in 1987, completing basic training prior to his senior year in high school, and served in the Army
Reserves in Appleton. His Unit was activated for Operation Desert Storm where he earned the Army
Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal with two Bronze Stars, and Army
Commendation Medal.
After serving in Desert Storm, he was honorably discharged from Fort McCoy. Wayne returned to Stevens Point and resumed his career with the Wisconsin Central Railroad. He was a conductor with Canadian National at the time of his illness. He was Local Chairman for the United Transportation Union. Wayne loved to fish and spent as much time as he could on the water. His proudest moment was assisting in the citizenship of his wife Tracy, and daughters Sherry and Yuki on March 2, 2011.
Wayne is survived by his wife Tracy, who he married
on January 15, 2007 in Stevens Point, their two daughters Sherry and Yuki; his parents Chet and Margaret Raschka, Stevens Point, two brothers Chuck Raschka, Stevens Point and John (Bonnie) Raschka, Stevens Point and one sister Mary (Arron) Pulchinski, Custer, and five nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by infant sister Diane.
Dorothy M. Koshnick
Dorothy M. Koshnick age 83, formerly of 4246 Highway 66 in Stevens Point passed away Sunday afternoon March 20, 2011 at St. Michaels Hospital. She has resided at Harmony House since 2002.
A mass of christian burial for Dorothy will be at 10: 30 AM on Friday March 25, 2011 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. Rev. Thomas Lindner will officiate. Burial will be at the St. Stephen Parish cemetery. Friends and relatives will gather to share memories from 4: 00 - 6: 00 PM on Thursday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point. A general rosary will be prayed at 5: 00 PM Thursday at the chapel. Visitation will also be held on Friday from 9: 30 - 10: 15 AM at the Shuda Funeral Chapel.
Dorothy was born March 23, 1927 in Stevens Point, the daughter of Ben and Regina (Adams) Golke. She graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School in 1944. Dorothy began working at Hardware Mutual in Stevens Point before being transferred to San Francisco for 14 months. She was then transferred to Chicago for 6 months before returning to Stevens Point. She married
Harry Koshnick July 28, 1948 at St. Peter Catholic Church. Together they owned and operated Koshnick Oil until they retired in 1998. Dorothy was the business manager and accountant for the business. They also ran concessions at Pleasure Island in Eagle River, WI and also operated The Ponderosa in Waupaca as a family business with Joe and Helen Koshnick. Dorothy loved going to the casino, spending time with family & friends, she also liked watching her favorite TV game shows. The family would like to thank both Harmony House and the Portage County Health Care Center for the care that Dorothy received.
Dorothy is survived by her three children: Sandy (Tom) Tielens, Trumansburg, NY; John (Darla) Koshnick, Stevens Point; Mary (Brian) Rickli, Stevens Point. Her brother Jim (Virginia) Golke, Wisconsin Rapids, and her sister Romayne (Mike) Doyle, St Cloud, MN. Two grandchildren and Five great grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Harry in 2002, their son Randy in 1965, and two brothers Bernard and Orville.
James A. Kurszewski
James Allen Kurszewski, 66 of Custer passed away on Tuesday March 22, 2011 at home with his family at his side. He was under the care of Ministry Hospice.
James was born May 23, 1944 in Stevens Point, the son of Henry J. and Emmeline (Gavin) Kurszewski. James attended Custer grade school and Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School. He was a 1962 graduate of P.J. Jacobs High School. James worked on the family farm after graduation. He met Sharron Lee Cudworth in November of 1963 and they were married
on November 14, 1964 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Custer. He worked at Bill Richter Masonry of Stevens Point for 10 years. After the death of his father in 1974, James and Sharron purchased the family dairy farm. They continued to operate the farm to the present time with the help of family and friends.
James enjoyed "all things farming". He loved to travel, which included many religious pilgrimages. He had great interest in history, and was a Packer and Brewer sports fan. He loved the church picnics and rummage sales! James primary enjoyment came from sharing the experiences of his 14 grandchildren. He attended daily mass until his illness prevented him from doing so. The rosary was his favorite prayer.
James is survived by his wife Sharron, and their five children: Jeff (Carrie) Kurszewski, Stevens Point; Sally Johnson, Stevens Point; Sara (Paul) Stanchik, Stevens Point; Susanne Ligenza, Stevens Point; Stacey (Christopher) Smart, Waukesha. Their grandchildren: Jordan, Parris, Paige Kurszewski; Danielle, Nicholas, Brandon, Travis Johnson; Jimmy Cerrone, Bryana Reisenauer, Justin Tanner, and Jacob Ligenza, Felicity and Elijah Smart. Other survivors include one brother: Arthur Kurszewski, Stevens Point, and two sisters Alexandra (John) Curless, Stevens Point; Mari (Richard) Santangelo, Virginia. His sister-in-laws Char Gagas, Stevens Point; Cheryl (Butch) Gagas, Custer. Mother-in-law Linnie Cudworth and his step father-in-law John Mocadlo, Stevens Point. Special nieces and a godson Eric Gagas; uncle and aunt Ernie & Loretta Kurszewski, Menomonee Falls. Special cousins and many beloved friends. James was preceded in death by his parents, infant brother Gerald, his sister Patricia, his cousin Brenda Kurszewski, sister-in-law Shirley Busa, father-in-law Bernard Cudworth.
A Mass of Christian Burial for James will be at 10: 30 AM Saturday March 26, 2011 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Polonia. Rev Rajen Anandan will officiate. Burial will be at the parish cemetery. Friends and relatives will gather to share memories from 4: 00 - 8: 00 PM Friday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point, and again Saturday morning from 9: 30 - 10: 15 at Sacred Heart Church. A general rosary will be prayed at 7: 00 PM Friday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel.
Stanley J. Kolinski
Stanley J. Kolinski, age 85 of Plover passed away Wednesday March 30, 2011 at his home. He was surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Aspirus Home Hospice Care.
There will be no public services for him at his request and burial will be in the Guardian Angel cemetery. A memorial in lieu of flowers for Stanley will be established for Aspirus Hospice Care. Stanley was born September 15, 1925 in Stevens Point, the son of William and Isabelle (Nowak) Kolinski. He graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School in 1944. He earned his diploma after joining the United States Navy July 24, 1943 in Milwaukee. He was very proud to serve his country and served in the Pacific Theater during World War II. He earned a purple Heart while serving on the USS Longshaw. He also earned the Asiatic - Pacific Victory Ribbon with 7 stars.
After being honorably discharged on June 21, 1946 at Great Lakes, IL, he returned to the Stevens Point area and began working at Worzalla Publishing. He married
Dolores Crueger on July 10, 1948 at St. Peter Catholic Church. The couple settled in Stevens Point and in 1951 Stanley began working at the Soo Line Railroad. He retired in 1986 as a conductor. He enjoyed watching and feeding small animals, birds and squirrels. He loved taking care of his dog Cotton, and being with family. Stanley was a member of the American Legion and the D.A.V.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years Dolores, Plover. Their two children: Mary (Ken) Smith, Cedar Falls, IA; Bruce (Nan) Kolinski, Phoenix, AZ. Three grandchildren: Kaitlyn Smith, Brynn and Griffin Kolinski. His brother Bill (Marion) Kolinski, Stevens Point. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son Brett, and two sisters.
Douglas N. Weber
Douglas N. Weber age 86, formerly of Beaver Dam, passed away Sunday April 3, 2011 at St. Michaels Hospital in Stevens Point.
A memorial service for Douglas will be held at 11: 00 AM on May 7, 2011 at Divine Word Evangelical Church in Plover. Visitation will be from 9: 30 AM until the time of services at the church on May 7. Full military honors will be performed after the memorial service at the church. A memorial in lieu of flowers will be established in his name. Shuda Funeral Service and Crematory of Plover & Stevens Point are assisting the family.
Douglas was born September 11, 1924 in Burnette, WI, the son of Elmer and Esther (Johns) Weber. He graduated from Beaver Dam High School in 1942. He entered the United States Air Force on April 22, 1943 in Milwaukee. He earned the Good Conduct Medal, the American Theater Service Medal, and the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Service Medal. He was honorably discharged on April 25, 1946 from Camp McCoy. He returned to Beaver Dam after serving his country and married
Marjorie Podell on November 28, 1946 in Randolph. Douglas then attended and graduated from the Wisconsin Institute of Mortuary Science in Milwaukee. The couple settled in Beaver Dam where he was co-owner/director at the Briese-Roedl-Weber Funeral Home until his retirement in 1989. The couple moved to Stevens Point in 1997 where Douglas worked with Lamers Bus Lines for three years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and golf. In his later years, he had a special love for painting. He was an active member of the Beaver Dam Lions Club for many years, and was actively involved in St. Stephens Evangelical Lutheran Church, serving terms on the church council and singing in the church choir.
He is survived by his wife Marjorie, Stevens Point; their two sons: Rev. Craig (Patricia) Weber, Stephenson, MI; Kevin (Susan) Weber, Lake Havasu City, AZ. Four grandchildren: Rachel Ebbinger, Daggett, MI, Amy (Mike) Miller, Green Bay, Robert (Ashley) Soik Green Bay, Catherine Soik, Houston, TX. Five great grandchildren: April, Danielle, Ty, Kailey, Ashley. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Richard Wagner
Richard A. Wagner age 48 of Rosholt passed away April 7, 2011 at his home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care Hospice.
Funeral services will be held at 11: 00 AM on Monday April 11, 2011 at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point. Fred Cordy will officiate. Visitation will be from 9: 30AM Monday until the time of services at the funeral chapel.
Richard was born February 14, 1963 in Stevens Point, the son of Eugene and Arlene (Berge) Wagner. He graduated from Rosholt High School in 1981. He worked in the concrete construction industry for 32 years until health issues forced him to retire. He married
Lori Ann Garski on January 18, 1985 in Stevens Point. Richard enjoyed snowmobiling, fishing, camping, and car shows. He was an active member of the Rosholt Blizzard Busters Snowmobile Club.
Richard is survived by his wife, Lori and their son Matt, Rosholt. His parents Eugene and Arlene Wagner, Rosholt. Two brothers: Lee (Deb) Wagner, their children Brad (Jamie) , and Ryan, and Gerry (Jill) Wagner and their children Cindy and Brandon, all of Rosholt.
William "Bill" Clarke III
William "Bill" Clarke III, 54, of Custer passed away Friday, April 8, 2011. Funeral services for William will be at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel in Stevens Point with Pastor Al Kinnunen officiating. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. until the time of services Thursday at the funeral chapel.
Bill was born Jan. 26, 1957, in Heidelberg, Germany, the son of Walter Clarke Sr. and Jo Clarke (Sangermano). After his father's military service, the family returned to the United States and settled in Maryland. Bill served his country in the United States Army
after graduating high school. After his honorable discharge, Bill moved to Texas where he married
Bonnie Borchardt in 1977. The couple owned and operated an antique refinishing business for 15 years. In 1993, Bill began ministering in the "projects" of Fort Worth, Texas. He became assistant pastor at New Beginnings Church in Fort Worth before working at a car dealership.
Bill and Bonnie dedicated 10 months to take care of Bill's mother, Jo, before her passing in 2007. After his mother's passing, Bill did missionary work in China before moving to Stevens Point in 2008. In 2009, Bill and Bonnie moved to Custer and began The Clarke Ranch, with the ultimate dream of developing a youth ministry ranch. Bill currently was working at Kocourek dealership.
Bill is survived by his wife, Bonnie; his sister, Sandra (Lance) Neale, Crofton, Md.; his half-sister, Georgia Scott, Texas; nieces and nephews, Heather, Daniel (Kate) , Chrissy (John) , Gabriel, Ryan, Evan, Tina (Jason) , Tiffany (Chad) , Jessie (Andrew) , Jake (Shannon) , Gabe (Karen) , and Nyra; and his in-laws, Shirley and Dave Gerzmehle, Nancy & Mickey White, and Debbie and Clark Hainzlsperger.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established for Evergreen Church at 3349 Church St., Stevens Point.
Francis J. Birrenkott
Francis J. Birrenkott, 89, of 524 Frontenac Ave., in Stevens Point died Sunday Oct. 15, 2006, at St. Michael's Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 10: 30 a.m. Thursday at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church. The Rev. Al Jakubowski will officiate. Burial will be in Guardian Angel cemetery. Friends may call from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel and from 9: 45 a.m. until the services at the church Thursday. There will be an Elks Ritual at 6 p.m. Wednesday followed by the Knights of Columbus combining with the general rosary at 6: 30 p.m.
Fran was born Aug. 23, l9l7, in Mt. Horeb, the son of Henry and Priscilla (Bowar) Birrenkott. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He began his career with the Wisconsin Telephone Company in 1942, and also enlisted and served in the Army
Air Corps during World War II (l942-l946) . He met his wife, Lorraine Behling, at the telephone company, and they were married
in Mt. Horeb on July 21, l943. They lived in Milwaukee before moving to Stevens Point in 1958.
After 37 years with the telephone company, Fran retired in 1979. He was a member of Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus and Elks. After retirement, he delivered dinners for the Meals on Wheels program. He loved to play golf at the Stevens Point Country Club and only recently gave up the game last year at the age of 88. During that time he did score two holes-in-one.
He also loved planting and tending to his flower gardens and yard. When they lived in Milwaukee, he would frequently walk to County Stadium to watch the Milwaukee Braves play baseball. He also enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packer football games, but usually turned down tickets to attend a "live" game because he always had a better view from the TV in his living room.
He and his children were taste-testers to Lorraine's frequent baking and cooking experiments before the "creations" would be prepared for neighbors and friends. After Lorraine passed away in 1999, Fran picked up the torch and continued to bake goodies for the neighbors and friends, and just like Lorraine, these were delivered with a smile.
Fran is survived by daughter, Barbara (Jerome) Wild of Anchorage, Alaska; three sons, Tom (Marge Ziolkowski) Birrenkott of Sun Prairie, John (Patricia Ann) Birrenkott of Plover, Mike (Leslie May) Birrenkott of Aurora, Ore.; nine grandchildren, Bill, Michael, Stephen, and Matthew Wild, Cory Birrenkott, Jesse Nelson, Brandon Birrenkott, Courtney Jensen and Caitlin Birrenkott; seven great-grandchildren, Jordan, Pieterick, Jonas and Harmony Wild, Peighton and Karsyn Nelson, Brock Birrenkott and Madelyn Birrenkott and two sisters Bernice LaFlash and Rosemary Werren, both of Madison.
Nancy Donlan
Nancy L. Donlan, age 70, of 313 Woodland Dr. in Stevens Point died peacefully Saturday Oct. 13, 2006 at her home following a courageous battle with cancer. She was under the care of her loving family.
Funeral services will be held at 10: 30 AM on Tuesday at St Stephen’s Catholic Church. The Rev. John Potaczek will officiate. Burial will be in Guardian Angel cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8PM on Monday at the Shuda Funeral Chapel. and from 9: 30AM until the time of services on Tuesday at the church. A rosary will be prayed at 7PM on Monday at the Funeral Chapel. A memorial has been established in Nancy’s name to the Stevens Point Area Catholic Schools in lieu of flowers.
Nancy was born on June 4, l936 in Jeffersonville, Indiana, the daughter of the late Alfred & Virginia (Mitchell) Scheer. She graduated from Jeffersonville High School. She married
Hugh Donlan on Sept. 12, l959 in Jeffersonville. They moved to Stevens Point in 1968. Nancy was a homemaker who enjoyed bowling and golfing. She was a member of the Stevens Point Country Club since 1969 and she was a past member of its Board of Directors. Nancy was a great sports fan, enjoying watching her children and grandchildren play a variety of sports, especially hockey.
She is survived by her husband Hugh, one daughter Lee Ann (Thomas) Ten Cate of Spring Lake, MI and two sons Bruce (Susan) Donlan, Hillsboro, WI and Michael (Terri) Donlan of Stevens Point. Six grandchildren Elizabeth-Patrick & Anna Donlan, Thomas & Michael Ten Cate and Connor Donlan. and a nephew Rick Kopp of Mesa, AZ
