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Tremor 48th Edition Shullsburg High School Alumni News Spring 2018

24th Annual Banquet Shullsburg was packed with alumni and friends celebrating SHS Homecoming and the Alumni’s 24th Annual Banquet and meeting at the Wheel In. Among them were the Classes of 1952, 1957, 1967 and 1972.

Class of 1952

L to R: Frank Teutschmann, Wayne Gehrt, Odella (Cherry) Woodworth, Carole (Anderson) Getgood, Pat Kennedy, and Loretta (Davis) Streichen.

Class of 1967

L to R bottom row: Terry Metcalf, Connie (Robelia) Weis, Christine Russell, Susie (Welch) Scott, Sally (Lacke) Zisser, Barb (Gile) Zeigle, Bob Herbst. 2nd row: Kathy (Foley) Kilpatrick, Mary Jo (Leahy) Riechers, Shirley (Paquette) Bennett, Casey (Ryan) Fransee, Carol (Gable) Jones, Ruth (Poppy) Melcher, Marilyn (Appell) Sagmoen, Tom Burke, Ron Woodworth, Becky (Edge) Hendrickson. 3rd row: Dennis Robelia, Ray Scott, Jerry Walton, Steve Lindenberg, Mike Schmitz, Art Teasdale, Steve McCauley, Tom Sheehan, Ron Mullen, Chet Melcher, Bruce Solberg, and Randy Clauer.

Our 25th Annual Alumni Banquet is set for September 15, 2018 at the Wheel In. Check our web page: http//shullsburgalumni.com for more information later this spring. Hope to see you at our next banquet!

Class of 1957

L to R: Wally Lutes, Donna (March) Garwell, Carol (Wiegel) Pankow, Darrel Jones, Janet (Moore) Wymore, Keith Wymore, Donna (Hammer) Schardt, John O’Neill, and Bill Monahan.

Class of 1972

L to R bottom row: Mary (Weiskircher) Loeffelholz, Jane (Webber) Jean, Deb (Wiegel) Lethlean, Lee (Cherrey) Gill, Pat Teasdale, Patricia (Kittoe) Teasdale, Sharon (Coulthard) Woodworth. 2nd row: Diane (Milestone) Lux, Becky (Coy) Krakofsky, Diane (Herbst) Knautz, Elaine (Temperly) Wiegel, Ellen Doyle, Cheryl (McGlynn) Mulcahy, Beth (Aurit) Hendrickson, Paula (Morrissey) Stauffacher, Pat Harty. Back row: Donald Allendorf, Theresa (Leahy) Watts, Larry Teutschmann, Tim Leahy, Jim Byrne, Brenda (Kraus) Mullikin, Rick Gill, Dennis Mulcahy, Pam (Schmitz) McAteer, Mike Plear, Gene Ubersox, and Tom Lethlean.

After a short business meeting ballots were marked to elect three members of the alumni board for a 3-year term. Elected were Jamie Roberts (99), Jeff Russell (74), and Mary Gensler (71). Winners of the 50/50 raffle were: Donna Teasdale, John Ahlstrom, Pam Paquette and Paula Stauffacher. Thanks to all who participated in the raffle!

Welcome new members: Kevin Ubersox (02), Shullsburg and Curtis Edge (69), Bradenton, FL.

Calendar of Events Amish Farmers' Market every Saturday- 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 25 – SHS 2018 Graduation at 8 p.m., in new gym May 27 - Badger Mine & Museum opens, 11:30 – 4 p.m. June 2 – Cruisin’ in the Burg, sponsored by Advance Shullsburg, on Water Street, 4-8 p.m. July 3 – Firemen’s BBQ Pork Supper, 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. in Badger Park at the Jackson Pavilion July 4 – Parade at 10:30 a.m., Fireworks at dark July 5, 12, 19, 26 & August 2 - Music in the Park, with food at 6 p.m., music at 7:00 p.m. in Badger Park August 5 - Emily Franz Scholarship Fun Night/Steak & Chicken Dinner starting at 5 p.m. at the Jackson Pavilion Sept 15 - SHS Homecoming, parade at 10:30 a.m., game with Potosi Chieftains at 2 p.m. Sept 15 – Alumni Banquet & Meeting, Wheel In, 6 p.m. Nov 23 - A Bit of Yesteryear Christmas, Open House on Water Street Nov 24 - All day events, Christmas Tour of Homes & Lighted Christmas Parade

Changes in the Old Burg

New Businesses Downtown

Here is Carol (Deppe) Gill (82) in front of her shop called Serving Soles Reflexology. Reflexology is a non-invasive holistic therapy based on the principle that there are reflex points in the feet that correspond to every part of the body. It dates back to ancient Egypt roughly 5,000 years ago. A typical session for an adult is an hour and for a child, 30 minutes. After completing a health history, you remove your shoes and socks and are

comfortably seated in a zero gravity chair for your session. Call Carol at (608) 778-9531 for more information and to make an appointment.

Water Street Place is once again open for business with the Pub serving good food and drinks downtown. Thursday night special is Italian, Friday night is their fish fry and the Saturday night special is steak. They have great breakfasts on the weekends, broasted chicken,

soups, sandwiches, and salads. Pictured is Robin Schrear, manager.

Water Street Pub

BK’s Bar Opens

Brian Harwick has opened BK’S Bar in Shullsburg. Come and enjoy drinks, food, darts, foosball, and billiards. You can find it at 221 W.

Water Street, the former Night Owl. Come as strangers, leave as friends.

Wellness Center Therapies Introducing Karin Lutes (on left) and Heather Walker (right), the therapists working at the Wellness Center next to the Crooked Canvas on Water Street. Karin is a board certified licensed acupuncturist with a

master’s degree from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, CA. After working there for 10 years she moved back to Wisconsin in 2011 to be close to her parents and family. She enjoys working with her clients. Call 608 726-0810 for an appointment or for more information.

Heather is a state licensed massage therapist who graduated from the Blue Sky Educational Foundation in Grafton, WI in 1995. She ran a full time massage practice in Mequon, WI for several years before moving to Shullsburg. She and her husband have restored and opened the Gratiot House Farm Bed and Breakfast in 2016. Heather specializes in deep tissue neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, sports, prenatal, hot stone and aromatherapy massage. She is typically available Monday-Friday by appointment only; call 414 303-4374.

CLASS of 2018

Commencement exercises, for the fifteen members of the Class of 2018, is scheduled for Friday, May 25, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. in the new gym.

Class of 1987 at Homecoming

The Class of 1987, celebrating their 30th reunion, were honored at Homecoming 2017 with a ride in the parade and recognition at half time during the big game.

Cruisin’ In the Burg Bring your classic car and cruise into Shullsburg on June 2nd from 2-8 p.m. Water Street will be closed from Mineral Street to Judgement Street to display your sweet, sweet rides. Featuring music, food, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and much more. NO entry fee and ALL makes and models are welcome! Downtown shops and restaurants will be open to welcome you. Rain date Sunday, June 3rd at 1:00 p.m.

2018 Music in the Park The 15th annual Music in the Park is keeping the music alive and kicking again this summer! Thank you to the sponsors, supporters, and “pass the bucket” friends for keeping this summertime treat going! Food and beverages are available at each performance starting at 6 p.m. and music starts at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs, relax and enjoy your Thursdays!

July 5- Back for a second time, the Ten Gallon Hat Band lays down country and southern rock. Water Street Pub brings the eats and drinks. July 12- A new band in the Park, A Pirate Over 50, will perform Jimmy Buffett and classic rock covers while the Wheel In serves food and beverages. July 19- Another new band, Mostly Water, features four talented guys playing a mix of great classic and contemporary country and rock songs you’re sure to enjoy after the brats and ice cream sundaes served by the Shullsburg Community Development Corporation. July 26 – Back by popular demand, Classical Blast is making their 5th appearance in the Park.

These five talented musicians apply classic technique to mainstream rock and pop music. Russell Law Office provides a yummy hog roast benefiting the Shullsburg Girls’ Basketball Team. August 3- The series finale features a second helping of the duo Medicinal Purposes with supper served by the Shullsburg Lions Club. For more information and to sample the bands go to www.shullsburgmusicinthepark.com.

In our Neighborhood Spooky Pinball Puts the BOO!

In Bootique Pinball

Remember when pinball was the ultimate in entertainment for teens and ‘tweens? Now it’s back and better than ever with more special effects and sounds for a more exciting experience! Only three companies on the planet still build pinball machines and one of them resides at 184 Ridge Avenue in Benton, WI.

Spooky Pinball LLC has been up and running for 5 years and in that time they’ve made a name for themselves in the unique world of pinball gaming. Their soon-to-be released new game is Alice Cooper’s Nightmare Castle, which follows Total Nuclear Annihilation, Rod Zombie’s Spook Show International, and their first release, America’s Most Haunted. Check out their website www.spookypinball.com for podcasts and more about the games and the family/friends that builds these mod and mad machines.

2018 4th of July Celebration The fun starts the night before. The Shullsburg Fire Department hosts their annual BBQ Supper on July 3rd, from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. Advance tickets $10/each are available from members of the Fire Department (don’t wait too long to get yours).

Then get ready to enjoy the Home Town Throw Down featuring Lexi Parr and Ruby Blonde Band at 7:30 p.m. Up and coming country band Broseph will be bringing home some great music to make it a party at 9 p.m.

On the 4th plan to enjoy the parade at 10:30 a.m. then visit the food stands for hamburgers, brats, cheese curds, sodas and beer. Bingo, the kid’s games, a pedal tractor pull, carnival, the Mine & Museum Play, and the talent show fill your afternoon along with the Fever River String Band at the Beer Tent from 1-4 p.m. Sunshine Band takes the stage at 5 p.m. followed by the Pie Auction at 7. The VFW raffle drawing is a 9 p.m. and the fireworks blast off at 9:45 p.m. Sounds like a great way to spend the 4th!

Class Reunions

The Class of 1992 celebrated their 25th reunion at the Burg on September 30, 2017. Pictured above in front row: Christina Hicks, Angie (Mulcahy) Van Ooyen, Julie (Teasdale) Wiegel, and Jeremey Shepherd. Back row: Jodi McGlynn, Jason Hauser, Jason Weiskircher, Jason Johnson, Brett Reddington, Jeremy Jeffery, Robin Krueger, and Mike Woodworth.

The Class of 1982 held their 35th reunion at the Burg on Homecoming weekend. In photo front row: Keith Plear, Roxanne (Clauer) Schwartz, Ellen Vodak, Robert Foley, Brian Metz, Connie Mullen, Todd Ubersox, and Tom Engels. Back row: Matt Ryan, Kelly (Weiskircher) Dzurka, Terry Hicks, Carolyn (Rees) Kitchens, Sean Doyle, Carl Pahnke, Connie (Teutschmann) Binns, Steve Landau, Terri (Kleinow) Jordan, Diana Olmstead, Kathleen (Leahy) Hughes, Sally (Ubersox) Montgomery, Randy Tyson, Lynn Laird, Carol (Deppe) Gill, Patricia (Tregloan) Brogrud, and Delane Walker. Also attending but absent from photo: Mark Sandlin, Dan Cody, Patti Champion, Kelly Schunk, Steve Gile, and Steve Heinberg.

SHS Prospectors Available The Alumni Association still has a number of SHS yearbooks to give away for $1 each. They are extras ordered by the school and never sold, and in new condition. The years available are: 1986-1990, 1992, 1993, 1995, and 1997-2005. If you are interested call Mary Gensler at (608) 965-4880 to arrange to pick one up or for mailing write to: Mary Gensler, 4998 County Road U, Shullsburg, WI 53586.

SHS History Book on Sale

The Shullsburg High School History 1861-2015 book is available spiral bound. If yours has binding issues you can exchange it for no charge at Clare Bank. The books are $35 each and can be purchased at Clare Bank or Kingsley Crossing in Shullsburg.

Bits and Pieces Alumni Updates

60’s Marilyn Hall (65), Minneapolis, MN, retired from the St. Paul Public Schools Human Resources Department in December 2016 after 24 years there.

John (64) & Patti Metcalf celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in April 2017.

70’s Verne Jackson (71) retired from the Shullsburg City and Water Department on Friday, August 18th after 38 years. A retirement party was held for him at the Wheel In on Saturday, August 19th, 2017. Congratulations!

Don Dickinson (74) retired from the City of Shullsburg in December 2017 after 29 years of service. Happy retirement, Don!

80’s Reg Gill (83), Lafayette County Sheriff, was appointed to Gov. Scott Walker’s Task Force on Opioid Abuse. His role is to represent law enforcement’s perspective in regard to the growing opioid problem across Wisconsin.

90’s Gabe Wand (99), Platteville, and his father, Bob Wand, Shullsburg, received numerous awards at the annual Wisconsin Harness Horse Association (WHHA) annual banquet held January 27, 2018. Gabe won his 9th consecutive Driver of the Year title, making him the all-time leading driver in the history of the sport in Wisconsin. He finished the year

winning 18 of his 49 starts, placing second 19 times and coming in third five times. Congratulations, Gabe!

Bob and Gabe Wand, along with a partner, Ric Rinicker of Platteville, purchased a 3 year old gelding named John MD in 2016. After training, their horse went on to win 6 out of 10 starts in Wisconsin, earning Pacer of the Year status for our state. For more info or pictures contact Gabe at 608-574-5468 or gabe-wand@yahoo.com.

2000’s Chad (01) and Katrina (Rowcliffe) Gleason (04), Shullsburg, were the winners of the Wisconsin Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmer and Agriculturalist Achievement Award at the organization’s 98th annual meeting in December 2017. The couple have three children, Cassidy, Gage and Kinsey. Their farm specializes in dairy beef where they raise about 400 calves per year and grow 140 acres of crops. They will advance to the national convention in Nashville, Tennessee. In addition, they receive a free financial plan from Rural Mutual Insurance and 40 hours use of a Fabick skid-steer loader.

2010's Jada Hicks (16) was named to the UW-La Crosse fall 2017 Dean’s List.

Jordan Doyle (15) was named to the UW-Eau Claire fall 2017 Dean’s List.

Bradley Sigwarth (15), Alexis Leifker (16), and Hattie Rennert (17) were named to the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List at UW-Platteville.

Bret Doyle (13) received his bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business after the fall 2017 semester at UW-Platteville.

Nathan Henrickson (14) and James Morrissey (15) were named to the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List at UW-Whitewater.

Holly Rennert (14) was named to the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List at Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Rapids, IA.

Brant Gille (15) was named to the 2017 fall semester Dean’s List at Loras College, Dubuque, IA.

Anniversaries Brett & Karen (Jackson) Bode (74) celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary with family at Hideaway Acres

The Bodes have one son, Dirk Bode (11). Brett drives for Hurst Logistics, Dubuque, IA and Karen has been employed at the Darlington Mini Mart for the past 18 years.

WeddingsWade Schwartz (08) married Olivia Wilson in a ceremony held on September 2, 2017. Their reception was held at the Belmont Convention Center, Belmont, WI. The couple’s home is in Kieler, WI.

Jacob Holland (11) married Ashley Hauser (10) on October 14, 2017 at the Little White Church, Scales Mound, IL. Ashley works at Lafayette Memorial Hospital in Darlington, WI. Jacob works as an electrician in the area. They are making their home

in rural Shullsburg.

Kevin Harty (69) married Kenneth Dowe on February 14, 2018 after being together for 37 years. Their home is in Dubuque, IA.

Births Thomas (02) and Allison (Scott) Leitzinger (03), Belmont, WI, welcomed a daughter, Maelee Charlyn, born May 1, 2017. She joins sister Jaelyn 8, brothers Briggs 6 and Briar 2.

Kurt and Rachel (Wand) Haney (96) welcomed a son, Keaton Clayton, on February 5, 2018. He joins a sister, Grace, 4.

Lee (02) and Brittany Tyson, Platteville, WI, are parents to a daughter, Lydia Reign, born August 8, 2017. Lydia joins three sisters,

Kayleigh, 10; Lexi 6; and Everleigh, 20 months.

Supper Club on August 12, 2017. They were married on August 15, 1992 at the Centenary United Methodist Church, Shullsburg.

Kurt and JoAnn (Morgan) Bale (both 55), Shullsburg, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary in November with family.

Grandparents are Carol and Terry Tyson (78), Shullsburg, Brad Burnett, Platteville, and Kathy Widdicombe, IL. Great-grandparents are Floyd (46) and Joyce (Andrews) Tyson (50), Shullsburg, Louise Stecklein, Cuba City and Robert Widdicombe, SC.

Travis (95) and Alison Wedige, Sun Prairie, WI, are parents of a son, Cole David, born November 27, 2017. Cole joins a sister, Piper, 2. Grandparents are Duane (71) & Michele (Menard) Wedige (75), Shullsburg.

Will (99) and Crystal Wiegel had a baby girl, Andi Grace, on October 8, 2017.

Jimmy and Calli (Crotty) Plooster (05), Verona, WI, are parents of a son, Parker, born November 9, 2017.

Obituaries Florence (Graham) Byrne (45), Shullsburg, died October 13, 2017 in Monroe, WI. She was born in Peosta, IA in 1927, the daughter of Gertrude (Tench) and Harry Graham. After high school she graduated from Mercy School of Nursing in Dubuque, IA. She worked for Dr. Garland in

Shullsburg and for Dr. King in Cuba City as well as many years of private nursing duty.

She married the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Byrne in 1951 at Our Lady of Hope Church in Seymour, WI. They spent their early years farming and raising their children. In the 70’s they began Byrne Agri Service and Byrne Building Center where Florence “kept the books”.

Florence was active in the community and in St. Matthew’s Church. She enjoyed golf, Wisconsin sports, the dog track in Dubuque, and socializing with her friends.

Her children Jim (Patricia), Steve (Sherri), Bob (Judy), Mary Chase, Tricia (Dale) Hoesly, Chris (Penny), Danny (Amanda), Colleen Henderson, and Mike survive her. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, two sons: Thomas in infancy and Terry, 2 brothers, Clifford and Louie; and 3 sisters, Anna Ganshert; Sister Delia Graham; and Eleanor Foley (47). Burial was in St. Matthew’s Cemetery, rural Shullsburg.

William “Bill” O’Brien (49), North Branch, MN, died September 29, 2016. He was born in Shullsburg in 1931, the son of Bill and Nelma (Baxter) O’Brien and Mary Lorraine O’Brien. After high school Bill served in the Air Force from 1950 – 1954. In 1955 he married Carol Mae

Richter in Platteville.

He earned a bachelor’s degree in minerals engineering from UW-Platteville. Bill worked for Reserve Mining Company from 1964–1986 and was promoted to Senior Industrial Engineer. He finished his working life at Jostens in Red Wing, MN.

Following the death of his wife, Carol, Bill met Lorraine West in a grief support group. They married in 1997, making their home in Wyoming, MN. He is survived by his wife, Lorraine, his children, Steven, Sue, Ann Johnsen, Sheryl, and James, 13 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Carol, and brothers Ken and Larry O’Brien. Burial was at the Burnside Cemetery in Red Wing, MN.

Edward Meyer (51), Scales Mound, IL, passed away August 8, 2017, at the Galena Stauss Senior Care Community in Galena, IL, from complications of a stroke. Ed was born in 1933, near Shullsburg, the son of William H. and Marie M. "Tillie"

Meyer. He was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Morhardt in 1954, at the Scales Mound Presbyterian Church. Together they farmed on his family’s farm.

Ed was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the US Army. He was known for his fine singing voice and sang for many funerals and weddings in the Tri-County area for many years. He was a school bus driver for the Scales Mound School District for over 20 years.

He is survived by his three daughters, Tammy Hesselbacher, Carolyn (Bernard) Trebian and Shari (Gary) Hillary, all of Scales Mound; son, David (Cristy) Meyer of Sycamore, IL; 12 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren and two on the way; two brothers-in-law,; nieces and nephews. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, William and Tillie; wife; son-in-law, David Hesselbacher; and two brothers, Armin and Lewellyn Meyer.

Elaine Mary (Schaffner) Hardyman (51), Blanchardville, died October 27, 2017 at home surrounded by family after a long illness. She was born on March 2, 1933 in Shullsburg to George and Mary (McManus) Schaffner. She went to parochial school at St.

Matthews and was valedictorian of her high school class.

After high school she moved to Milwaukee where she worked at a bank. She was married on June 13, 1953 in St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Shullsburg to Kenneth Hardyman. In addition to raising her children she worked for various employers such as the Blanchardville Blade, the Eagles Nest, Advanced Transformer, and Trumpy’s Cheese where she retired in the mid 1980’s.

Elaine is survived by her husband Kenneth; five children, Mark Hardyman (friend Kerri Geis), DeForest, Patrick Hardyman, Blanchardville, Theresa Heller, Brodhead, Tim Hardyman, Rochester, Minnesota, and Ann (Darrell) Vamstad, Blanchardville; one sibling Betty (Schaffner) McGranahan (47), Darlington; 11 grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother John (53), and a still born son in 1955.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on November 2, 2017 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church at Blanchardville. .Burial was in the St. Michael's Catholic Cemetery in Blanchardville.

William N. “Bill” Gile (53), Shullsburg, WI, passed away August 18, 2017 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 27, 1934, the son of Clifford and Anna (Stadele) Gile. He was united in marriage to Donna Moore (53) on May 28, 1953, at St. Matthew’s Catholic

Church in Shullsburg. Bill lived in the Shullsburg area most of his life. He farmed with his wife in Shullsburg Township where they raised their family. In 1974 he pursued a career as an electrician in Shullsburg where he owned and operated Gile Electric.

Bill is survived by five children: Rick Gile (71), Dubuque, IA, Deb Amici (74), Delavan, WI, Pam (Jim) Siegert (78), Onalaska, WI, Joe (Lisa) Gile, Covington, KY, and Steve (Beth) Gile, Bentonville, AR; 12 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and two sisters: Mary McCoy, Madison, WI, and Jean Otting, Cascade, IA; two sisters-in-law: Edie (Moore) Bruehahn (54), Windsor, CO and Dorothy Kramer, Cascade, IA, and

many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; one son: Joseph, in infancy; one daughter-in-law: Diane Gile; one son-in-law: Craig Amici; seven siblings: Clifford, Robert, Charles (51), James, Cletus, Jack and Gertrude Townsend.

Ila Jean (Seffrood) Selleck (55), Dodgeville, WI, died October 18, 2017 in Fitchburg, WI. She was born in 1936 in Gratiot Township, the daughter of Louis and Gladys (Hanson) Seffrood. She married the love of her life, Rodger Selleck in 1957 at the West Wiota Lutheran Church. Together they operated a dairy farm and raised their two children. In 1988 they sold their farm and moved to Mineral Point. Ila Jean was employed at Land’s End for 15 years before retiring.

She and her husband enjoyed traveling in all 50 states and in Europe. Her favorite hobby was making quilts, which she often gave to family and friends.

Her husband Rodger and her son, Mark (Lorna), Madison, two grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, a sister, Gloria (Seffrood) Sargent (50), Shullsburg, and many friends survive her. She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Veronica Brogley. She was laid to rest in the West Wiota Cemetery, South Wayne, WI.

John James DeRocher (55), Waunakee, WI, died at Agrace Hospice Care on Sept. 16, 2017 after battling Alzheimer's for many years. He was born November 18, 1937 in Shullsburg, to Louis and Loretta (Francis) DeRocher.

After high school, he served four years in the U.S. Air Force and following his discharge attended UW- Madison. After college, he farmed in Darlington and later owned The Great Pecatonica Farm Store in Darlington. He and his son then ran an air conditioning service company for many years. He married Maribeth Sartori Menge in 2000 and they lived in Darlington, later moving to Waunakee.

John is survived by his wife, Maribeth; son, Daniel (Sue); daughter, Jill (Fred) Baez; three sisters, LouAnn Scholl (60), Mary Jo (Mike) Dusing (64), Lynette Holland; brother, Bill (Rose) DeRocher; grandchildren, Nick and Amber Baez and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial was held September 21, 2017 at St. Mary of the Lake Catholic Church, Westport. Burial was in the St. Mary of the Lake Cemetery.

Richard “Rich” Harker (56), Shullsburg, passed away October 10, 2017 at his home. He was born in 1937 in Shullsburg, the son of Ray and Elva (Glindinning) Harker (37) and grew up on the family farm.

Rich married the love of his life, Janet Schwartz (56) in 1960. Together they farmed for many years, raising 7 children. Rich also worked for Teasdale-Gill Auction Services for many years. He was a member of Centenary United Methodist Church, Shullsburg. He enjoyed collecting antiques and spent a lot of time at auctions and sales. He was quiet and enjoyed time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Rich is survived by his wife Janet, and his children John (Pam) (79); Rose Doyle (81); Susan (Dan) Morrissey (82), all of Shullsburg; Loretta (Dave) Ingram (84), Rock City; Mary (Gary) Horras (85), Waunakee; and Bernadine (Mark) Salathe (88), Darlington, 17 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Allen (90); one uncle, Dave Glindinning (53); one brother-in-law, Gary Magee (57); and one nephew, Lucas Lee (01). Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Shullsburg.

Ted Michael Leahy (58), Huntersville, NC, passed away at home on November 9, 2017. He was born in Shullsburg in 1940, the son of F.J. “Judd” and Grace (Mullen) Leahy.

He grew up working in his father’s grocery store, developing a strong work ethic that lasted his

entire life. Ted earned a BA in accounting from Loras College in 1964. He served in the US Army National Guard with 18 months active duty. In 1965 he married Beverly Foht. Ted began his working career in the life insurance industry, beginning as an agent, later becoming Director of the agent division of the Iowa Insurance Commission. While earning his JD from Hamline University School of Law in 1976, he served as VP of Government Relations, Compliance, Product Development and VP of Marketing. He was a founding director and board member of USAONE National Credit Union.

After retiring, Ted and Beverly moved south to make their home in Huntersville, NC. Ted was a lifelong Packers fan, and enjoyed traveling with his wife. He was a Scout and volunteered many hours to support his grandson’s Scouting activities. He was proud of his Irish heritage.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly, and their children Patricia (Gregory) Spooner, Molly Oberlatz, Michael, and John (Rose). He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, his siblings Thomas (60) (Diana), Terry (65) (Theresa), Mary Jo (Douglas) Riechers (67), Kay (Mark) Alexander (70), Jill (Ken) Staver (71), and Susan (Andrew) Doyle (74), 3 sisters-in-law: Sandy Leahy (65), Carole (Lawrence) Priem, and Linda Rowlen, a brother-in-law Alan (Evelia) Foht, and many nieces and nephews. Ted was preceded in death by infant daughter, Deborah Ann, his parents, a brother Tim (63), and sisters-in-law Sharon (Christopher 61) Leahy and Lydia Foht, and brother-in-law, James Rowlen. Interment was at Salisbury National Cemetery, Salisbury, N.C.

Charlene Jo (Lyne) Ames, Monroe, died February 23, 2018. She was born at home in Shullsburg in 1949, the daughter of Vernon and Delores (Negus) Lyne. She attended grade school and high School in Shullsburg with the Class of 1968.

Charlene married James Wiegel in 1969; together they raised six children.

She later married Bruce Ames. Charlene worked as a cook at the Wheel In and at the Shullsburg Home. She later worked at Advance Transformer, Monroe.

Charlene enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, puzzles, sewing and painting ceramics. She especially enjoyed cheering on her grandson at his Special Olympics events.

She is survived by her husband Bruce and five children, Tony, Spring Green; Travis (88) (Barb), Avoca; Troy (89) (Missy), Shullsburg; Tonia (Tim) Williams, Monroe; and Tianna (Mike) Colvin, Monroe. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, sisters Karen Bolen (63); Darlene Lyne; and Sarah Wacha. Preceding her in death were her parents; a sister Sharon “Sherry” Kipper (66); a brother Clarence “Buster” Lyne (72); her son Todd Wiegel; and a nephew Dale Kipper. Interment was in Seymour Catholic Cemetery.

Jeffrey Jamieson (69), Monroe passed away August 21, 2017 at Monroe Clinic Hospital in Monroe. He was born March 28, 1951 in Shullsburg, WI, the son and only child of Ray (18) and Anna Jamieson.

Jeff graduated from UW- Platteville in 1973 with an Educational Degree in History. He taught at Cuba City High School for a time and later as a substitute teacher for a number of schools in southwestern Wisconsin. Jeff also worked in sales at

Land’s End, Inc. He was a member of St Matthew’s Catholic Church and served on the Cemetery Board. Jeff was a member of the Moose Lodge in Monroe where he advanced to the 3rd Degree Fellowship Membership level. He held numerous lodge positions including Lodge Governor. Jeff was loyal Green Bay Packer fan and an avid golfer. Burial was at St. Matthew’s Cemetery, Shullsburg.

Thomas Francis Knautz (72), Martintown, IL, died September 2, 2017 when he lost his 8 month battle with stage IV melanoma cancer. He was born December 27, 1952, in Dubuque, IA to Milo and Margaret (Dorsey) Knautz. Tom spent his early

years in Galena, IL. When Tom was in middle school, his family moved to Orange, Texas for 2 years, then returned to Shullsburg, WI. Tom also started working at the Kelly Springfield Tire plant that year and continued to work there until he was forced to retire after a stroke in 2010. Tom married Diane Herbst (72) in 1973. They later divorced. He has 3 sons, Ryan, Corey, and Aaron Knautz from that marriage.

Tom met Patti Haas Meier and her son, Jeremy Meier in late December 1985. He married Patti in July 1986. They have a son, John. Tom purchased three H & R Block tax offices that he managed with the assistance of his wife, Patti, son, John, and daughter- in-law, Tasha Meier. He loved softball and played on many area teams over the years. Tom raised and trained Tennessee walking horses for over 20 years.

Tom is survived by his wife, Patti; their son, Jeremy (Tashia) Meier;; sons, John Knautz, Ryan Knautz, Corey Knautz, Aaron Knautz; and grandchildren; brother, Robert "Bob" (Christine) Knautz (82); sisters, Pam (Tom) Leibold (73), Linda (Elton) Fryar (75); plus many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Tom was preceded in death by his parents, and a grandson.

Michael J. Ensch (73), of rural Shullsburg, passed away August 8, 2017 at Four Winds Manor in Verona, WI. He was born October 6, 1955 the son of Edward and Sylvia (Brugger) Ensch. After school he received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Agriculture from UW – Platteville. He lived his entire life on the family farm south of Shullsburg.

Michael is survived by his brother: David (Mary) Ensch (65) of Madison. He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister, Donna Glendenning (57) in 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, Shullsburg, WI and burial was at Calvary Cemetery in Monroe, WI.

William “Bill” Lacke (72), Shullsburg, died October 17, 2017 at home after a long illness. He was born and raised in Shullsburg, the son of Clarence and Eileen (Gough) Lacke. After high school he was employed by Reilly Plumbing and earned his Master Plumbing License. He later started Lacke Plumbing and Heating in

Shullsburg which he owned and operated for many years.

Bill married Kathleen Spillane in 1995 at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. He had many talents including music. He played many brass instruments but his true love was his guitar. He was a member of the Fever River String band for years, making good friends and great memories. Bill was a creative person with a flair for art and design, and enjoyed woodworking.

His wife, Kathy, survives him along with a step-son Toby (Erin) Spillane, granddaughters Reva and Stella Spillane, three brothers: Norbert (Mary Ann) (58), Pat (Sue) (63) and Bob (69); two sisters: Kate (Bob) Thompson (61) and Sally (Jim) Zisser (67) and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Jim Lacke (53), a sister, Ann Loomis (55), and sister-in-law Barb Lacke. Burial was in St. Matthew’s Cemetery, rural Shullsburg.

Thomas Charles Harty (78), Whitewater, passed away on December 11, 2017. Tom was born on January 16, 1960 in Shullsburg, WI to James and Ella (Cherrey) Harty (37). He graduated from Edgewood College

in 1982. Tom was employed at First Citizens State Bank for over 20 years as a loan officer. He was a strong supporter of UW- Whitewater athletics and was an avid sports fan.

He is survived by Mary Fenzl, Whitewater; children, Stephanie (Brock) Werner, Chicago, IL, Greg (Elizabeth) Fenzl, Studio City, CA, Matthew Fenzl, San Francisco, CA, Hannah Harty, Whitewater, WI, Morgan Harty, Chicago, IL; 2 grandchildren, siblings: Sharon (Mike) Ennis (61), Houston, TX, Mary (Steve) Ubersox (64), Rockford, IL, Joe (Debbie) Harty (66), Freeport, IL, Cherry (Paul) Hingtgen (71), Colgate, WI, Pat (Laurie) Harty (72), Genesee Depot, WI, Andy Harty (74), Shullsburg, WI, and Tim (Heidi) Harty (80), New Berlin, WI. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Mick (58), Jim (59) and Frank Harty (67).

A time to remember Tom was held on December 15, 2017 at the Nitardy Funeral Home, Whitewater, WI.

SCHOOL NEWS

Lady Miners Claim Regional Crown in Basketball

The Lady Miners convincing defeated the #4 seeded Benton Zephyrs 60-36 to defend their regional title for a second straight season. They went on to win over the River Ridge Timberwolves 36-34 in La Crosse on March 1, 2018. In a hard-fought contest in the Sectional Finals, the Lady Miners were defeated for the second straight season by the Bangor Cardinals 55-41. The Miners finish their season 21-6 overall. Congratulations to the team and their supporters for another outstanding season!

School Board Actions

Citing substantial costs to update the school’s heating and cooling systems, restrooms, floors, windows, and technology systems, the School Board will be asking voters to approve a referendum on April 3, 2018 to allow up to an additional $400,000 recurring levy each year starting with the 2018-2019 school year. An informational meeting will be held at the school March 27, 2018.

After much discussion, the Shullsburg School Board approved the change from 11 man to eight-man football for the 2019 season. The change is due to low enrollments in rural schools in our division.

“Miner Tremor” Online

The Miner Tremor is a biannual publication designed to keep SHS alumni and friends informed of activities, changes and events happening in Shullsburg. This publication is funded using monies generated by the SHS Alumni Association. Letters to the editor are welcome, as are suggestions for articles and alumni updates.

The Tremor Staff Members of the newspaper staff are Mary Gensler (71), editor; Paula Stauffacher (72), reporter, layout and design; and Jeff Russell (74), reporter and photographer. The newsletter staff welcomes your comments, suggestions, photos and stories. Please send them to: Shullsburg Alumni Association, PO Box 595, Shullsburg, WI 53586-0595. Email messages send to: shullsburgalumni@gmail.com or visit the Alumni web page at http://shullsburgalumni.com .

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