11 December 2023

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Lyle Kent Hundertmark

Lyle Kent Hundertmark


Lyle Kent Hundertmark, age 87 of Fond du Lac, went to his heavenly home, Saturday December 2, 2023.  He was born on March 4, 1936, son of the late Russell and Sylvia (Schaumberg) Hundertmark.  On November 9, 1957, he married Alice Mary Whitty at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Eden.  Lyle farmed his whole life, in the Town of Eden.  He also operated a cattle-hauling business for many years.  In addition, he was a Pioneer Seed Dealer.  Spending time with family, including 16 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren, gave him great joy.  Fishing, telling jokes and visiting neighbors and friends, filled his spare time.  Skipper was his treasured companion.   Those left behind to cherish his memories are his wife, Alice, of 66 years; his 5 children, Dennis Hundertmark of Byron, Alan (Lori) Hundertmark of Eden, Joe (Julie) Hundertmark of Eden, Kevin (Kelley) Hundertmark of Byron, and Scott (Kirsten) Hundertmark of Elderidge, Iowa; brothers to Lyle, Donald, David and Richie Miller; grandchildren, Joshua (Crystal), Jeremy, Amy (Matt) Baumhardt, Brittany (Justin) Frisque, Quinn (Nicole), Reid (Christy), Toni (fiance’ Zac), Clay (special friend Lydia), Kayla, Amber, Austin (special friend Jennifer),  
Nick (special friend Toni), Samantha (Steve) Schonscheck, Soren, Chloe; and great-grandchildren, Dylan, Zoey, Brayson, Shaley, Noah, Jonah, Micah, Dawson, Liana, Mya, Gracie, Strenley.   Preceding him in death were his parents, Russel and Sylvia Hundertmark; his brothers, Wayne Hundertmark and Ken (Patrica) Hundertmark; his sister-in-law, Patricia Hundertmark; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Laus and Francis Whitty; his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jim & Margaret Whitty and Wilbur & Darlene Whitty; and his grandson, Drew Hundertmark.  A private family service will be held at Shepherd of the Hills on Sunday,  
December 17, 2023, at 4 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shepherd of the Hills Church or a charity of your choice.  Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guest book and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.  
06 December 2023

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Richard John Ketter

Richard John Ketter


Richard “Rick” John Ketter, 75, of Ripon, went to his heavenly home on December 5, 2023 at home. He was born April 12, 1948 in Fond du Lac, the son of James and Marjorie (Steinacker) Ketter of Campbellsport. He graduated from Campbellsport High School in 1966 and went on to earn an accounting degree from UW-Whitewater in 1970. After graduation, he moved to Ripon and began a 31-year career at Alliance Laundry (Speed Queen). In 1971, he married Julie Klima at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fond du Lac. In 2001, Rick joined the Ripon Area School District to administer the 21st Century Community Learning Center grant that established the BRAVE program for the district. While serving in that capacity, he returned to UW-Whitewater and received a Master’s Degree in School Business Management. In 2005, he became the Business Manager for the Ripon School District, retiring from there in June, 2014. Rick was a very community-minded person and served on many boards and organizations. For over 25 years, he volunteered with the Junior Bowling Program in Ripon. He often took on leadership positions in his many volunteer groups, some of which were: Ripon Jaycees, United Way, Diverse Options, Early Bird Kiwanis, The East Central Benefit Tractor Cruise, and the Golden Rule Credit Union. He enjoyed working with people and they enjoyed working with him. He was always willing to listen and come to solutions that were beneficial to the majority. He was a faithful member of St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church (St. Wenceslaus) for 51 years where he served as an usher, was a CCD instructor and a member of the Parish Leadership Team, the Finance Committee and the Knights of Columbus. Rick was a very special husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He led a life of quiet service and caring that made significant differences in the lives of many. Those left behind to cherish his memory include his wife of 52 years, Julie; daughter, Billie (Christian) Muñoz of Neenah; son, Michael Ketter of Ripon; grandchildren, Nesto and Viviana Muñoz of Neenah; brother, Kenneth (Margie) Ketter of Fond du Lac; sister, Mary Jo Ketter of Safety Harbor, FL. Also surviving are his in-laws, Sandy Ilk of Oshkosh, Tim (Mary) Klima of Fond du Lac, Tony (Kathy) Klima of Hancock, and many other relatives, godchildren, and friends. Preceding him in death are his parents, James (1964) and Marjorie (2013) Ketter; his father and mother-in-law, Thomas and Vivian Klima; brother-in-law, James Stoffel; godson and nephew, Jim (Jimmer) Stoffel; and niece, Lindsey Klima. Visitation for Rick will take place from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church 228 E. Blossom St., Ripon, WI 54971. A Memorial Mass for Rick will be held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, December 12, 2023. at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, with Rev. Robert A. Fictum officiating. You may view a livestream of the mass at 2 p.m. by visiting www.facebook.com/stcatherineripon. Private inurnment at the Chapel of the Risen Christ Mausoleum at Calvary Cemetery, Fond du Lac, will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Ripon Education Foundation, P.O. Box 395, Ripon, WI 54971, or St. Catherine’s of Siena Catholic Church, 228 E. Blossom St., Ripon, WI 54971. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Michael Jones and his wonderful staff, Mary, Kristen, and Denise, for their expertise and personal care throughout Rick’s battle with cancer. Please visit www.ButzinMarchant.com to send online condolences.

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Kewaskum  Celebrates Christmas

Kewaskum Celebrates Christmas


Kewaskum Celebrates Christmas It was beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Kewaskum on Sunday, Dec. 3. The weather was cold and with rain on and off during the afternoon, but that didn’t stop people from participating in the Kewaskum Area Chamber of Commerce Cookie Hunt. Then, once darkness fell on the village, Christmas lights shone brightly as the Kewaskum Christmas Parade made its

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I’ll Still See You Next Week

I’ll Still See You Next Week


| ENJOY EVERY SANDWICH | I’ll Still See You Next Week MITCHELL BRADLEY KELLER EDITOR Our most observant readers will find in this edition a job posting for the role of this newspaper’s editor. It is printed on p. 18. After the December 14 edition of this paper, I will be stepping down from the role of editor. I have accepted a deputy editor position for a global construction magazine,

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RURAL WRITES

RURAL WRITES


| RURAL WRITES | G.A. SCHEINOHA CONTRIBUTOR It’s the season most wait for. The hustle and bustle of holidays is near as exciting as the actual morning itself. For a few. Not all of them young’uns. They lit the first (Prophecy) taper in the wreath just last Sunday. That’s the sign of hope. Which is what Advent is all about. As we eagerly await the Second Coming. And finally... peace on

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Mrs. Mary Reilly Barnes

Mrs. Mary Reilly Barnes


Mrs. Mary Reilly Barnes KARL MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR Mary Reilly Barnes was born in lower Eden Township. She graduated from the Burroughs School and Campbellsport High School, then got her teaching degree from Fond du Lac Normal School. In the early 1930s, she returned to the Burroughs School to teach, but somewhere around 1935 she wanted a change. It was time for an upgrade at the Cleveland

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