28 March 2024

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Paul W. Walschmidt

Paul W. Walschmidt


Paul W. Waldschmidt, 75, of Campbellsport, passed away after a short illness at his home surrounded by family on Tuesday March 26, 2024. He was born on November 16, 1948, in Fond du Lac, the son of the late George and Mary (nee Dreikosen) Waldschmidt. He was a 1966 graduate of Campbellsport High School.   Paul was united in marriage to Karen F. Virta on October 30, 1971, at St. Nicholas Church in Dacada, WI.  Paul's first love was farming, and he worked the land and cared for the cows until his last days.  He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church.  Paul enjoyed playing cards, going out to eat, watching his grandkids and great-grandchildren play sports.     Paul is survived by special friend, Karen Hartman; his sister, Joan Klapperich; children, Jeanne Landrath and Allan (Stephanie) Waldschmidt; grandchildren, Jordan (fiancee, Sabreena Loken), Nathan, Connor, and Myla; and great-grandchildren, Greyson and Layla; brothers-in-law, Joe Virta and Dan (Beth) Virta; and nieces, Kristia, Kaitlyn, and Mary Klapperich, Katie (Rich) Wares, and Kristi (Kim) Charlebois.    Paul is preceded in death by his, wife Karen F.; parents, George and Mary; brothers, Eugene “Gene” and Allen; son-in-law, Richard “Rich” Landrath; in-laws, Leo and Jeanette Virta; and sister-in-law, Dorthy (Gary) Beilke.    A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday April 5, at 1 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 406 E. Main Street, Campbellsport, WI 53010. Father Mark Jones will officiate, and a family burial will be held immediately following at St. Matthews Cemetery.  Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at the Church.      The family extends a special thank you to the Aurora at Home Hospice for helping us fulfill Paul's wish to come back to the farm one last time. Paul spent his last days overlooking his cows, and land, just as every farmer wishes.    In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to the Campbellsport Youth Basketball Program.  Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.

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Leona M. Hall

Leona M. Hall


Leona “Lonie” M. Hall, 92, formerly of Campbellsport, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at SSM Hospice Home of Hope, Fond du Lac with her beloved family gathered around her. She was born on May 23, 1931, in The Town of Ashford, the daughter of the late Ed and Lena (nee Reihert) Beck. On September 27, 1952, Lonie was united in marriage to the love of her life, Leo G. Hall, at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church. Leo preceded her in death on April 4, 2000. She was a member of St. Matthew’s Church and Christian Women Lonie was engaged with her husband, Leo, on the farm and also worked at Guenther’s IGA store for 29 years. After taking a C.N.A. course, Lonie was employed at St. Joseph Convent for 25 years. After retirement, Lonie did demos at the store where she enjoyed talking to and meeting people, after which she was a volunteer for Heartland Hospice, did stitching at church, and did Loaves and Fishes. In the winter, mom would enjoy creating beautiful crafts, which she would sell at craft shows. Her flower gardens were her pride and joy, and Lonie was a member of the Garden Club and the Green Shirt Ladies. Lonie loved baking for family and others. We will miss her delicious baked goods and the love of her “sweet tooth”. She is survived by her children, Andy (Monica) Hall of Lodi, Joan (Dennis) Oppermann of Campbellsport, Jean (Bob) Kleist of West Bend, Al (Ellen) Hall, and Art (Mary) Hall, all of Campbellsport; her grandchildren, Jodi, Heather, Jackie, Jenny, Kevin, Becky, Jake, Dan, and Angie; her great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Along with her parents and her husband, Leo, Lonie was preceded in death by a number of brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 3, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Twohig Funeral Home, 109 W. Main St., Campbellsport, and on Thursday, April 4, from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 406 E. Main St., Campbellsport. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, April 4, at 11 a.m. at St. Mathhew’s Catholic Church, Campbellsport. Rev. Mark Jones will officiate, and burial will follow in St. Matthews Cemetery. The Hall family extends a special thank you for the loving care provided by St Francis Assistance Living, Skilled Nursing Facility and Hospice Home of Hope. In lieu of flowers, a memorial will be established for her favorite charities. Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com
27 March 2024

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St. Matthew’s School Breaks  Ground on Children’s Center

St. Matthew’s School Breaks Ground on Children’s Center


St. Matthew’s School Breaks Ground on Children’s Center CLARICE CASE EDITOR On Friday, March 22, St. Matthew Catholic School broke ground on their new childcare facility, Sister Marcinette Children’s Center. The 7,000 square foot addition is going to be built onto the east side of the school. There will be four classrooms divided to serve different age groups from six weeks to three

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Holy Ascension of South Eden

Holy Ascension of South Eden


Holy Ascension of South Eden KARL MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR There have been three Catholic churches in Eden. The first one was an old log church off the intersection of what is currently Scenic and Timberlane Drive. From that intersection you must go west and up the hill. That old log church was located in Section 29 (south end). When that church faded in utility, they built a new one on Hwy F, Section

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On Resilience

On Resilience


On Resilience KRIS LEONHARDT MMC SENIOR EDITOR Dear readers, Resilience - the capacity of a person or entity to maintain their core purpose and integrity in the face of dramatically changing circumstances. That word came to mind as I sat in the parking lot outside the Press Times office in Green Bay. As the late afternoon sun hit the words — Press Times — it cast a light

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The True Meaning of Easter

The True Meaning of Easter


| PUBLISHER LETTER | The True Meaning of Easter Dear Reader, Easter, a holiday celebrated by millions worldwide, holds deep significance rooted in both religious tradition and cultural symbolism. At its core, Easter commemorates the resurrection of Jesus Christ, a pivotal event in Christian theology symbolizing hope, renewal, and redemption. This miraculous event, occurring on the third

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RURAL WRITES

RURAL WRITES


| RURAL WRITES | G.A. SCHEINOHA CONTRIBUTOR What’s not to like about the word gratis? Its synonym, free, is almost a boomer buzz term. As in the 1970s; free love, and its offshoot, freedom of speech expression, et al. Which also unfortunately, led to some nasty ways of showing one’s emotionally charged state. Such as the ultimate disrespect for our nation – burning the American Flag.

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