Obituaries

Obituaries and death notices for New Glarus residents, honoring lives lived in the community and sharing service details, remembrances, and information important to family, friends, and neighbors.

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Obituaries
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Fred E. Mueller, 94, Lifelong New Glarus Farmer with Swiss Roots

Born on a family farm outside New Glarus to Swiss immigrant parents, Mueller built a life around agriculture, faith and family, cherishing Jass games, northern hunting trips and Wisconsin sports.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Marietha Elizabeth Jelle, Teacher Who Returned to the Classroom, Dies at 98

A trained educator who stepped away to raise her family before returning to the classroom, she inspired generations of students and passed on a lifelong love of learning to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Audrey L. Saxer, 91, Monticello Farm Wife Who Rooted Life in Family and Field

A partner in farming in Washington Township for more than three decades, she balanced barn chores with books, travel and cards, returning always to Monticello, where faith, family and community shaped her days.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Rosemarie Pagel, New Glarus Area Teacher, Lifelong Learner, Dies at 87

A farm girl who began in a one-room schoolhouse and carried her love of teaching, faith and family through decades of learning, service and community across Wisconsin.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Arystarch O. Kirsch, Graphic Artist with A Gardener’s Soul, Dies At 69

A Polish-born artist who built a life in America, he was devoted to gardening, friendship, health and love, leaving behind a handcrafted garden and 17 years of shared life with his fiancée.

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By: AI
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Janice P. Bucholtz, 69, Whose Life Spanned Coasts and Careers, Dies

Born in Baltimore and raised in California, she worked for years as a legal secretary before retiring to the Madison area, where she built a quiet life centered on friendship and her beloved dogs.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Judith K. Sampson, 86, of Mrs. Lackovich’s Christmas House, Dies

Sampson brought year-round holiday magic to downtown New Glarus with her beloved Christmas shop, while anchoring her family with warmth, care, and quiet strength.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Kenneth R. “Swede” Schulz, Farmer and School Bus Driver, Dies at 86

Schulz farmed in Illinois and Wisconsin before serving local school districts as a custodian and bus driver, building a quiet legacy rooted in work, family, and community.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Kristine J. Sherven, Who Built a Life Around Family, Farming & Pets, Dies at 73

A longtime Belleville-area business owner, she worked alongside local farmers, guided generations of pet owners, and found joy in animals, music, cooking and community.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Elise M. Constantini, Community Banking Leader and Civic Volunteer, Dies at 48

A devoted mother, respected financial leader and tireless community volunteer, Elise M. Constantini built a life centered on service, learning and family before her life was cut short at 48.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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Ludwig Meinzer, Linguist and Social Security Advisor, Dies at 90

A Chicago native and Northwestern graduate fluent in German and French, Meinzer spent his career in public service before quietly exploring Wisconsin by road in a long and thoughtful retirement.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI
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William S. Beckwith, Painter and Outdoorsman from New Glarus, Dies at 67

A lifelong New Glarus resident, Beckwith worked for years at Federal Industries and was known for his love of hunting, fishing, and Wisconsin sports.

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By: Todd Klassy, AI

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