06 July 2022

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ROUNDUP: KAA Baseball & Softball

ROUNDUP: KAA Baseball & Softball


ROUNDUP: KAA Baseball & Softball KEWASKUM ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION COACHES Jr. Little League June 28 On Tuesday, June 28, Kewaskum 2 beat Kewaskum 3 by a score of 13-2. Caleb Bosselman had a big hit to knock in a few runs. Lucas Kern threw the ball in from right field to cut down a runner headed to second, thanks to a great tag by Bennet Bishop. Jaston Droese had a triple and single to lead

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Mercury Racing Fuels Future of Wide Open

Mercury Racing Fuels Future of Wide Open


Mercury Racing Fuels Future of Wide Open Mercury Racing, a global provider of high-performance marine propulsion systems, continued its commitment to students pursuing careers in skilled trades and marine propulsion by issuing four scholarships. For the fourth year in a row, Mercury Racing presented two Fond du Lac, Wis.-area high school students with Excellence in Trade Scholarships. These

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Robert James Schairer

Robert James Schairer


Robert “Bob” James Schairer, Sr. 79, of Campbellsport went home to his Lord on Tuesday, June 28, 2022, at his home. He was born in West Bend on November 13, 1942, the son of John and Iremina (Linden) Schairer. On December 17, 1973, Bob married Jeanne Marie Heider at St Lucas Lutheran Church in Kewaskum. Bob worked for Sheet Metal Workers Local 18 as a sheet metal worker doing siding and decking, and in recent years installing skylights before retiring. He was a member of St. Lucas Lutheran Church. He enjoyed watching the Brewers and NASCAR, going to races at Slinger and Plymouth, going up North, going to the dump, mowing the grass at Lutheran Memorial Park, but most of all spending time with his beloved family.Those left behind to embrace his memories include his wife, Jeanne; daughters, Michelle (Dean) Brandt and Laurie (Anthony) Bunkelman; grandchildren, Brianna, Mallory, Andrew, Devin, Tyler and Ashley; mother-in-law, Marie Heider; siblings, Ivan Schairer, Virginia Habersetzer, Marian (Richard) Kreif, Jacob Schairer, Julia (Gerhardt) Zimdars, John (Kathy) Schairer and Irma Schairer; brothers-in-law and sis - ters-in-law, Don and Cyndi Heider, Diane Shreves, Earl and Kim Heider, Jr, and Richard and Kathy Heider; special niece and family, Catherine (Gary) Osier, Adam Elert, Jacob Elert, Matthew Elert and Stephanie Meyers; other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.Bob was preceded in death by his parents; son, Robert, Jr.; father-in-law, Earl Heider, Sr.; sisters, Jean and Rose Schairer; brother, Paul Schairer; sisters-in-law, Joanne Schairer and Debbie Schairer; and brother-in-law, Ed Habersetzer.Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday, July 14, at St. Lucas Lutheran Church, 1417 Parkview Dr., Kewaskum. Followed by Memorial Services at 12 p.m. at the Church. Rev. Timothy Henning will officiate and inurnment will follow in Lutheran Memorial Park.In lieu of flowers, memorials are appreciated to St. Lucas Lutheran Church.Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences are at www.twohigfunerals.com

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Richard D. Loehr

Richard D. Loehr


Rich “Murdock” D. Loehr, 72, of Glenbeulah passed away at his home on Thursday, June 30, 2022. He was born in Fond du Lac on February 10, 1950, the son of John and Marie (Jacky) Loehr. Rich was a Veteran of the Vietnam War as he served in the U.S. Navy from 1968 to 1971. On July 4, 2007, Rich married Gwen J. Lammers at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in the Town of Forest, where they are members.A farmer through and through, he owned and operated the family farm in the Town of Greenbush. Rich was a devoted Cubs fan and enjoyed playing cards and hunting. He was known as “Super M” to his friends. He had a great sense of humor and a quick wit. Most important to him was his family and the time he spent with them.Those left behind to cherish his memory include his wife, Gwen; children, John “Jack” (Rebecca) Loehr, Derek (Rachel) Loehr, Courtney (Cal) Lukasavitz and Jesse “J.J.” Loehr, Stephanie (Jason) Carter, Alyssa Averill and Kaitlin Averill (fiancé, Josh Feucht); grandchildren, Caleb, Abigail, Bridgett, Ryan, Carter, Natalie, William, Nicholas, Nolan, Kelly, Kaden, Ethan and one on the way; brother, Robert (Rosi) Loehr; sisters, Janise (Paul) Burkhardt and Cheryl (Pat) O’Hearn; sister-in-law, Kaye Lammers; Goddaughter, Lisa; Godson, Todd; Farmdog, Sophia; other relatives and friends.Rich was preceded in death by his parents; daughter, Bridget; son, Jay; nephew, Kurt; mother-in-law, Ruth Lammers; and sister-in-law, Linda Brill.Visitation was held Tuesday, July 5, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 2090 Hwy 23, Fond du Lac.Funeral Services was at 2 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with Rev. Mark Barenz officiating. Burial followed in Forest Cemetery.Rich’s family extends a special thank you to the Glenbeulah First Responders and the Sheboygan County Sheriff’s Department.“I was born Rich and I’ll die Rich” Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with online guestbook and condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com

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Outdoorsman’s

Outdoorsman’s


AN Outdoorsman’s JOURNAL From the Northwoods MARK WALTERS COLUMNIST As many of may know, my beautiful girlfriend, Michelle Chiaro, passed away unexpectedly on June 15. I am trying to find myself and begin a life minus Michelle and her children who were set to move into my house the week that she passed. I wrote this week’s column back in 1989. It was the first one that I ever
29 June 2022

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Love and the Campbellsport Picnic – 1941

Love and the Campbellsport Picnic – 1941


Love and the Campbellsport Picnic – 1941 KARL MCCARTY CONTRIBUTOR It is very important to support our firefighters and EMTs. And you can do this at the Fourth of July Picnic soon in Campbellsport – and get a burger, parade, music and beer in the process. You might even find the love of your life. Just ask Harriet Hall Ryan Salzer. The Characters Involved The first interview with Harriet

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Wheat Can Do It, How  War in Ukraine Impacts  Rural Wisconsin

Wheat Can Do It, How War in Ukraine Impacts Rural Wisconsin


Wheat Can Do It, How War in Ukraine Impacts Rural Wisconsin Wheat, corn and seed oils produced locally – as well as the machinery that helps farmers do so – will play a large role as Russo-Ukrainian War creates “perfect storm” of economic dilemmas MITCHELL BRADLEY KELLER ACTING EDITOR When Russian military forces invaded neighboring Ukraine on Feb. 24, the implications for the See