24 November 2021

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Horicon Grad  Wins State Title  with Colby

Horicon Grad Wins State Title with Colby


Horicon Grad Wins State Title with Colby Jim Hagen’s Colby Hornets were crowned WIAA Division 6 State Football Champions after defeating St. Mary’s Springs last week MITCHELL BRADLEY KELLER EDITOR Colby High School Football Head Coach Jim Hagen, a Horicon native and 1986 Horicon High School alum, became a WIAA State Football Champion last week, as his Colby Hornets hoisted the gold-ball

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Heart of a Cardinal, Mayville’s Zitlow  Overcomes Heart Surgery to Suit-up at State

Heart of a Cardinal, Mayville’s Zitlow Overcomes Heart Surgery to Suit-up at State


Heart of a Cardinal, Mayville’s Zitlow Overcomes Heart Surgery to Suit-up at State The MHS senior was nominated for a WIAA, NFHS Spirit of Sport award CLARICE CASE JOURNALIST Mayville High School senior Nicholas Zitlow’s greatest accomplishment this year is not being crowned prom king or even going to state for football with his teammates, but it is his recovery from open heart surgery
17 November 2021

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Mark A Darge

Mark A Darge


 Mark A. Darge, 58, of Mayville, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton.   Mark was born on June 16, 1963, the son of Fredrick and Sharon (Bender) Darge in Beaver Dam.   He was a 1981 graduate of Mayville High School.   On September 8, 1995, he was united in marriage with Christine Wagner in Mayville.   Mark had been a welder at MEC, Metalcraft and Signicast.   Mark enjoyed hunting, fishing and archery. He was a very good artist and had been a 4H Leader for the art project for the Lomira Clover Leaves. Mark was also a great craftsman of many projects.   Mark is survived by his wife, Chris; his son, Matthew (Lauren) Jimenez of Oshkosh; and his daughter, Megan Darge of Mayville; his sisters, June (Efrain) Morales of Beaver Dam, Kathy (Dean) Arndt of Mayville, Tom (Sue) Darge of Campbellsport; his in-laws, Charles and Louise Wagner; sisters-in-law, Charlene Juoni of Fond du Lac and Corinne (Bob) Zurad of Franklin. He is further survived by other relatives and friends.   He was preceded in death by his parents.   A Celebration of Life for Mark was held on Sunday, Nov.14, from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the Horicon American Legion.   The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Aurora Medical Center in Grafton and also to Frisenius Kidney Care Center in Slinger.   The Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville served the family. Online condolences may be made at www.koepsellfh.com.

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‘We’re Going to State!’  Mayville Punches Ticket  to Camp Randall

‘We’re Going to State!’ Mayville Punches Ticket to Camp Randall


‘We’re Going to State!’ Mayville Punches Ticket to Camp Randall The Cards defeated the Belleville Wildcats, 42-25, last Friday, Nov. 12 MITCHELL BRADLEY KELLER EDITOR On the McFarland High School football stadium scoreboard last Friday night, there were a few minutes remaining in a Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) Level 4 Playoff game, and the Mayville Cardinals

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Peter Donald Baertschy

Peter Donald Baertschy


Peter Donald Baertschy born on May 19, 1942, passed away at age 79 on the afternoon of Friday, Oct. 22, 2021, after his battle with cancer. Peter passed peacefully with his four children by his side. Peter was one of a kind and will be truly missed. Peter was father to Fritz Baertschy, Jason Kindler, Gretchen Kniffin, and Benjamin Baertschy, husband and loving friend to Mary Jo Koenen; loving father-in-law to Heidi Baertschy, Karrie Kindler, Zack Kniffin and Tiffany Baertschy; a loving and playful grandfather, lovingly known to his adored grandkids as 'Papa' and 'Polar Pops' for his cuddly nature; loving brother to Barbara Pagel and John Baertschy; son of Frederick 'Putz' Oscar Baertschy and Doris Amanda Baertschy.Peter dedicated his life to recovery and helping those suffering from addiction. Suffering from addiction himself and later, becoming sober, his life's mission became helping others. His work impacted so many and created a wave of change within the field of recovery that will continue on. He was a quiet giant with a gentle loving nature, a fiery side, huge sense of humor and spiritual nature that was nurtured through his work and travels. He filled a room with a gentle observing presence and had an infectious laugh that was undeniable.Peter loved travel and experiencing new things. He placed roots in Shorewood (Wisconsin), Rockford, (Illinois), Alaska, Louisiana, Thailand, Fond du Lac (Wisconsin) and Milwaukee (Wisconsin). He loved cooking for family and friends and was famous for his German potato salad, chicken noodle soup with homemade noodles and entertaining with copious amounts of food. He truly loved music of all kinds, traveling with his kids in drum corps, theatre, collecting art and clothes, spending time with his grandkids, and having long talks over coffee. Those who knew him or crossed paths with him are forever changed. His loss is great and will be felt around the world.

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Herbert E. Westphal

Herbert E. Westphal


Herbert E. Westphal, 90, of Iron Ridge, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. Herbert was born January 23, 1931, in the Town of Herman, to Hertha (nee Lentz) and Reinhold Westphal. He attended Woodland school in the Town of Herman until eighth grade. He proudly served our country in the United States Army in the Korean War 1952 to 1954 and served six years in the Army Reserve. He was a communication specialist in the 61st Artillery Battalion. He received the National Service Medal, U.S. Service Medal, Korean Service ribbon with Bronze Star, Presidential Unit Citation, and the Service Star Republic of Korea. He was a member of the Hustisford Legion Post 420, Hartford Post 8834, and the Disabled Veterans.Herbert was united in marriage to Delores Ann Young on June 18, 1955, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Rubicon.Herbert worked at Pal-o-Pak in Iron Ridge, the Lumber Yard in Woodland, the Chrysler Corporation in Hartford, and farmed his entire life on the family farm. He loved to farm, fish, play cards, gamble, pull practical jokes, reupholster furniture, and build: bird houses, toys and jewelry out of wood.Herbert is survived by his four children, Diane (Bob Justmann) Firari, Debra (Bob) Roeseler, Dale (Sandra) and Duane (Sarah); 11 grandchildren, Shawn Westphal, Steve (Megan) Firari, Scott (Cory) Firari and Michael (Amber) Firari; Robyn (Bob Schilter) Roeseler; Matthew Westphal, Brooke (Kyle) Moran and Madelyn Westphal; Andrew (Kate) Christensen, Katelyn (Jake) Soltis and Kelsey (Carson) Faulkner; 19 great-grandchildren, Trent (Sydney) and Tyler (Shannon) Westphal, Tiana (Christopher) Clucas, Wyatt Westphal, Kylee, Hailey and Eva Firari, Miles and Monroe Firari, Mia and Isabelle Firari, Jailyn and Jocelyn Schilter, Owen Moran, Landon and Reid Christensen, Devon, Jayden and Jaxon Soltis; 2 great-great-grandchildren, Brynley and Maverick Westphal; and sisters-in-law, Roseanne Westphal and Donna Kling. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in- law, Arthur and Mabel (nee Smith) Young; his beloved wife of 64 years, Delores; and brothers-in-law, Arthur (Caroline) Young, Delmar (Dolores) and Alphonse Westphal.Funeral services with military honors for Herbert was held at the Shimon Funeral Home (824 Union Street Hartford, WI 53027) on Monday, Nov. 15, at 6 p.m. Family greeted relatives and friends at the funeral home on Monday from 3 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Herbert are appreciated to the Hustisford Legion Post 420, the Hartford VFW Post 8834, or to the Disabled Veterans.The Westphal Family would like to share their sincere gratitude to their family and friends who helped take care of Herbert and their gracious time and support, along to those with Heartland Hospice for the great care they provided.The Shimon Funeral Home is serving the family. Condolences and tributes may be shared at: www.shimonfuneralhome.com

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