I heard or read somewhere that the Russian wolves were a different kind of wolf than American wolves and that Russian wolves DID attack and eat people. There seem to be lots of stories of throwing something from a sleigh to distract the wolves from their chase. Sally On Fri, 26 Jan 2007, frank jacobs wrote: > Greetings, > > I saw an article in a recent issue of Outdoor Life about wolves > attacking dog trainers in the North American wilderness. It brought to > mind the stories of the wolves mentioned in the Bender book in the early > days of the Kamenka VG village, as well as my granndparents tales, who > were butchers, and spoke of having to throw meat to wolves which > followed their delivery sleds in the winter. the wolves would roam > throught the village at night, attacking and animal not sheltered > inside. > > I realize that wolves do not usually attack humans in ordinary > circumstances, but what struck me about this article was the ferocity of > the attack, when these wolves were attacking other canines in the > company of humans. It gave me a new appreciation of the survival trials > of our ancestors, and new meaning to the old bromide of "a wolf at the > door". In this article, the savagery and pack strategy of the attack is > described, by a pack including 185 pound animals. The domesticated > large dogs did not stand a chance against an organized pack. It > definitely illustrayed some of the trials of our ancestors in a more > primal world. > > Frank Jacobs > > ------------------------------- > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to GER-VOLGA-request@rootsweb.com with the word 'unsubscribe' without the quotes in the subject and the body of the message >

Greetings, I saw an article in a recent issue of Outdoor Life about wolves attacking dog trainers in the North American wilderness. It brought to mind the stories of the wolves mentioned in the Bender book in the early days of the Kamenka VG village, as well as my granndparents tales, who were butchers, and spoke of having to throw meat to wolves which followed their delivery sleds in the winter. the wolves would roam throught the village at night, attacking and animal not sheltered inside. I realize that wolves do not usually attack humans in ordinary circumstances, but what struck me about this article was the ferocity of the attack, when these wolves were attacking other canines in the company of humans. It gave me a new appreciation of the survival trials of our ancestors, and new meaning to the old bromide of "a wolf at the door". In this article, the savagery and pack strategy of the attack is described, by a pack including 185 pound animals. The domesticated large dogs did not stand a chance against an organized pack. It definitely illustrayed some of the trials of our ancestors in a more primal world. Frank Jacobs

Billings Gazette Billings, MT 25 Jan 2007 Eva L. Pogue, 84, died on Jan. 21, 2007, at St. John's Lutheran Home in Billings. Eva was born on March 16, 1922, in Billings, the third of eight children of Annie Martin and J. Herman Peterson. Eva grew up in a musical family and had a wonderful voice. She was always in the middle of the large group gathered around the piano for the sing-along at Peterson gatherings, having a great time. All her life, she thoroughly enjoyed singing, dancing and playing the piano. Later in life she liked to listen to recorded music. Eva graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1939, attended Billings Business College, and then worked until 1943 when she enlisted in the W.A.V.E.S. of the U.S. Navy. After attending Yeoman school in Cedar Falls, Iowa, she served at Sandpoint Naval Air Station, Seattle, for the duration of the war. Eva met her future husband, Omar W. Pogue, in 1935, when he came from Brockway to board with her family while attending business school. They began corresponding after he took a job out of town following graduation and then enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Force in 1940. While on furlough from his station in the Aleutian Islands, he traveled to Seattle and proposed. Eva would laugh as she told the story of her whirlwind marriage and her mother scrambling to put it together. They were married on Jan. 15, 1945, at the First Congregational Church, in their service uniforms. The war then separated them until October of 1945 when they were both discharged. Eva and Omar had one daughter and three sons between July 1946 and December 1953. Eva always enjoyed the many activities her children participated in, which included sports, scouting and choir. Eva worked for the Bureau of Land Management from 1961 until her retirement in 1981. Eva was active in the Moose fraternal organization, rose through all the chairs of the Women of the Moose (WOTM), and received her College of Regents Degree at Mooseheart in June 1977. She was chosen in 1981 to serve on the International Grand Council of the WOTM for two years, during which she traveled all over the United States and Canada. Eva was preceded in death by her husband Omar in 1989; and her daughter, Deborah Pogue Coleman of Seattle in 2001. She is survived by three brothers, Jim Peterson of Billings, Wes Peterson of Houston and Gene Peterson of North Carolina; her three sons and their wives, Gary and Sheri Pogue of Billings, David and Marilyn Lyons-Pogue of Billings, and Ronald Pogue and Kye Cochran of Quechee, Vt.; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 27, at First Baptist Church, corner of Third Avenue North and Division Street, with interment to follow at Terrace Gardens Cemetery. The family asks that any memorials go to St. John's Lutheran Home Endowment Fund, 3940 Rimrock Road, Billings MT 59101.

Billings Gazette Billings, MT 25 Jan 2007 Darlyne Joy Steinmetz, 73, passed away peacefully the evening of Friday, Jan. 19, 2007, at home, surrounded by her loving daughter Lori and primary caregiver Dawn. Darlyne was born in Billings to her parents, Ameila (Weigand) and Ed Schleining, on May 29, 1933. She attended grade schools in Bayview, Idaho; Thomas, Wash.; and Billings (Garfield school), and high school in Billings. As a child, she was baptized and confirmed at the Pilgrim Congregational Church. After graduating from Billings Senior High School, she married Lawrence Steinmetz on March 30, 1952. They were divorced after 24 years of marriage. They were blessed with four children, twins Larry Dean and Lori Dawn, Edward Scott and Michael George. All completed their higher education with advanced degrees from either Gonzaga University, Spokane Wash., or Montana State University, Bozeman. Darlyne's life was devoted to raising her family and caring for her parents, especially in their later years. Darlyne will be remembered by her winning smile, great sense of humor, warm and generous heart, tremendous courage and her ability to make everyone she met feel special. She gave unselfishly from her heart and expected nothing in return. Many times, she did without so others wouldn't have to. The many friendships she made along the way were lifelong ones. She was a wonderful cook and avid gardener with a special love for growing roses. Darlyne loved all kinds of music and loved to dance - and she was really good at it. Throughout her life, Darlyne held a variety of employment positions and truly enjoyed the many people she came into contact with. Darlyne is survived by her children, twins Larry of Spokane and Lori of Fromberg, Edward and grandson Alex of Valleyford, Wash., and Michael (Ardis) and grandchildren Dillon and Shannon of Livingston; sister Doris (Vic) Redinger of Billings and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Dwight Hager at the St. V's Laurel Clinic for his kind and compassionate care provided to Darlyne and to her wonderful caregivers, Dawn Braaten, Cora Brumbaugh and Katy Colter for their kind and loving care. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, at Smith's West Chapel, 304 34th St. West, in Billings, with interment to follow at Mountview Cemetery. Those wishing to do so may send memorials to Pilgrim Congregational Church, 409 S. 36th, Billings, MT 59102.

Billings Gazette Billings, MT 25 Jan 2007 Henry "Hank" Flagler, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, passed away at home on Monday, Jan. 22, 2007. Born Nov. 16, 1924, the youngest of Henry and Elizabeth (Krieger) Flagler. He married Ruth Reiter on July 29, 1943, in Billings. After 25 years of dedicated service at Midland Materials Company, he retired in February 1985. In his retirement years, he enjoyed making wind chimes, birdhouses and "tinkering" in his garage. He loved sitting on the patio, watching the sprinklers sprinkle and the grass grow so he could hop on one of his riding lawnmowers and groom his lawn once again. He is survived by his wife, Ruth, of 63-1/2 years; and their five children, Karen (Dennis) Emmerick, Bernie (Eunice) Flagler, Doug Flagler, Lanette (Dave) Christopherson, all of Billings, and Tim (Diane) Flagler, Gilbert, Ariz.; grandchildren, Kelly (Darwin) Rowton, Powell, Wyo., Koby (Todd) Hatch, Chicago, Renae Flagler, Laurel, Nick and Chad Christopherson, Billings; great-grandchildren, Kourtney and Keaton Rowton and Sydney Hatch. He also has one surviving sister, Elizabeth Mill, Billings; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Alex and Rhiney; and his sister, Frieda Roth. Our thanks to Dr. Jon Bullman, Visiting Nurse Services and Big Sky Hospice for their love, care and concern. Services will be held at Smith's West Chapel, 304 34th St. West, at 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 26, with Pastor Kristi Bummer of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church officiating. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Greeley Tribune Greeley, Colorado January 23, 2007 Bob Bauer April 21, 1943 - Jan. 21, 2007 Age: 63 Residence: Lyman, Neb. Tribute: Robert W. "Bob" Bauer was born in Kersey to Conrad and Esther (Stark) Bauer. He attended school in Kersey and Greeley. He married Barbara Pound on June 10, 1962, in Greeley. He farmed with his parents until their deaths and then with his son in the Kersey and Greeley area until 1997 when he moved his farming operation to Lyman, Neb., where he farmed until 2006 when ill health forced his retirement. He never met a stranger and was always talking up a storm. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Bauer died Sunday at his home. Survivors: His wife Barbara of Lyman; a daughter, Connie Lewis and husband David of Greeley; a son, Rob Bauer and wife Pam of Mitchell, Neb.; grandchildren, Duane Lewis, Melissa White and husband Richie, Courtney, Kelsie and Conner Lewis, all of Greeley, and Tory Bauer of Mitchell. Preceded in death by: His parents; and a granddaughter, Jamie Bauer. Funeral services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Eastgate Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Sparks officiating. The casket will be closed. Interment: 10 a.m. Thursday at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Greeley. Note: Memorials to the family would be appreciated. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home and friends may send condolences to the family at www.colyerfuneralhome.com.

Billings Gazette Billings, MT 23 Jan 2007 SEATTLE - Yvonne (Krieger) Eckman, 70, of Seattle, formerly of Billings, passed away Sunday afternoon, Jan. 21, 2007, at Highline Medical Center in Seattle, due to complications of leukemia. She was born to Ben and Lydia (Jerke) Krieger on Feb. 14, 1936, in Gackle, N.D. At the age of 2, she moved with her parents to Worden, Mont., and at age 4, moved to Shepherd, Mont., where she received her education, graduating from Shepherd High School in 1953. Yvonne married Raymond Eckman, Oct. 3, 1954, in Billings. She worked from 1955 to 1969 at Montana State College (now University) School of Nursing at Deaconess Hospital Campus. In July 1969, Ray and Yvonne moved to Seattle, where she worked and became Vice President for Perine Machine Tool Company, doing business primarily for Boeing. Yvonne continued to work for the same ownership for 25 years until illness forced her to retire early. Yvonne and Ray enjoyed traveling, especially to Montana, North Dakota, Arizona and Nevada to see their family, relatives and friends. Yvonne is survived by her husband, Ray, of 52 years; two daughters, Lynn Malaspino (fiance Duane Rogers) and Debbie Banghart (Kenny); two grandsons, Bobby Malaspino and Nicky Banghart, all of Seattle; a sister, Jenifer Dunn (Rick); brother Nolan Krieger (Debbie), both of Billings; a brother-in-law, Ivan Eckman (Helen); and sister-in-law Dorothy Schaeffer, both of Seattle. Also survived by five nephews, Adam Krieger and Duane Dunn of Billings, Brian Krieger of Molt, Jim Hochhalter of Everett, Wash., Lonnie Schaeffer of Auburn, Wash.; and two nieces, Doni Weissman of Great Falls, Mont., Karen Lovejoy of Lehi, Utah; two uncles, Christ and John Jerke of Gackle; and numerous cousins. Services will be held at Bonney-Watson Parker Chapel, 900 S.W. 146th St, Burien, WA, 98166, on Friday, Jan. 26, at 1 p.m. Interment will be in Riverton Crest Cemetery, Seattle. Memorials may be sent to Highline Medical Center (Cancer Center), 16251 Sylvester Road S.W., Burien, WA 98168; or Highline Christian Church, 14859 First Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98168.

Casper Star Tribune Casper, WY Robert W. "Bob" Bauer Tuesday, January 23, 2007 TORRINGTON -- Funeral services for Robert W. "Bob" Bauer, 63, will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2007, at the Eastgate Baptist Church with Pastor Tim Sparks officiating. Burial will be at 10 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 25, 2007, at the Sunset Memorial Gardens in Greeley, Colo. The casket will be closed. He was born April 21, 1943 in Kersey, Colo., the son of Conrad and Esther (Stark) Bauer. He attended school in Kersey and Greeley. He married Barbara Pound on June 10, 1962 in Greeley, Colo. He farmed with his parents until their deaths and then with his son in the Kersey and Greeley area until 1997 when he moved his farming operation to Lyman, Neb., where he farmed until 2006 when ill health forced his retirement. He never met a stranger and was always talking up a storm. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife of Lyman; a daughter, Connie Lewis and her husband of Greeley; a son, Rob Bauer and his wife of Mitchell, Neb.; and six grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and a granddaughter. Memorials to the family would be appreciated. Arrangements are under the direction of the Colyer Funeral Home.

Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 23 Jan 2007 Agnes Schnell, 92, of Scottsbluff, went to sleep in Christ and awaits His return. With family by her side, she died on Thursday, January 18, 2007, at Golden Living-Scottsbluff. Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Monday, January 22 at the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff with Pastor Rodney Long officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery. Memorials have been established to Golden Living-Scottsbluff, or to Prairie Haven Hospice. Friends may call at Dugan-Kramer Funeral Chapel Sunday between 1-6 p.m. Tributes of sympathy may be left at www.dugankramer.com. Agnes was born November 9, 1914, in Windsor, Colo., to William and Mary (Kraus) Gomer. She grew up and attended school in Windsor. She married Henry Schnell June 15, 1936, in Milwaukee, Wisc. Agnes worked as a nurses aide for over 30 years, then served as a foster grandparent working 20 hours each week at Regional West Medical Center for over twenty years. She loved music, singing, walking and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Scottsbluff. She is survived by her daughters: Ruth Ann (Bill) Solomon, Lakewood, Colo., Judi (Jerry) Jessop, Scottsbluff, Esther Harbour, Sarasota, Fla., Mary Lou (Ricardo) Olivarez, Colorado Springs, Colo.; sons Hank (Cheri) Schnell Jr., Bakersfield, Calif., Roy (Connie) Schnell, Greeley, Colo., Dennis Schnell of Texas, Steve (Ellen) Schnell of Scottsbluff and Nick (Rose) Schnell of Gering; sister Violet Reed of California; 21 grandchildren, and 51 great-grandchildren. Agnes was preceded in death by her husband, three sisters, four brothers, two grandsons and one great-granddaughter.

Scottsbluff Star Hearld Scottsbluff, NE 23 Jan 2007 Harold A. House, 80, of Gering, went to be with the Lord on Saturday January 20, 2007, at his home with his family at his side. Funeral services will be on Tuesday January 23 at 10 a.m. at the Central Church of Christ in Gering with Pastors Willie Coop and Herb Rainey co-officiating. Burial will follow at the East Lawn Cemetery near Minatare. Visitation will be on Monday January 22 from 1 until 7 p.m. at the funeral home, the casket will be closed at the church. Memorials may be made to either the Prairie Haven Hospice or the Summit Christian Bible College. Condolences may be made by visiting www.jolliffefuneralhome.com and will be forwarded to the family. Jolliffe Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Harold was born on December 15, 1926, near Minatare to Roy and Viletta (Kistler) House. He attended elementary school at Lake Minatare and high school at Minatare graduating in 1944. Harold and Bettie Poland were married May 28, 1948, in Minatare. He farmed and had a cattle operation near Minatare retiring in 1988 when they moved into Minatare, they then moved into Gering in 1991. Harold and Bette Huber were married April 29, 2000, in Bayard; they enjoyed a life together with mutual love of friends, family and each other. Harold had a great faith; he was very loving, generous, and kind to everyone. He loved his family and had time for everyone. He was an avid sports enthusiast as well as loved to play cards and visit with his friends. He was a member of the Central Church of Christ in Gering where he taught Sunday school for many years. He is survived by his wife Bette of Gering; son Kent (Dianna) House of Omaha; daughter Jeanie (Jerry) Kilthau of Gering; son Bill (Charlotte) House of North Platte; step-daughters Deanna (Roger) Funk of Mitchell and Dana Shultz of Scottsbluff; step-sons Dean (Marla) Huber of York and Dale (Chris) Huber of Tucson, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren, as well as 12 step-Grandchildren and seven step-great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Bettie on December 19, 1998, a brother Lloyd House.

My paternal grandmother was Melonia Ziegler and she was from Elsass. This is a very bad time for me as I just had a bereavement and am unable to give more information just now but will be interested in corresponding in the future. Audrey Thayer ----- Original Message ----- From: ger-volga-request@rootsweb.com Date: Tuesday, January 23, 2007 0:06 am Subject: GER-VOLGA Digest, Vol 2, Issue 27 > > > Today's Topics: > > 1. Ziegler family? (Dennis Zitterkopf) > 2. obit: Owen Leffler (Elaine McDowell) > > > ------------------------------------------------------------------- > --- > > Message: 1 > Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2007 08:40:13 -0600 > From: "Dennis Zitterkopf" <zitter@cox.net> > Subject: [GER-VOLGA] Ziegler family? > To: <ger-volga@rootsweb.com> > Message-ID: <000601c73e33$3d33af00$6501a8c0@Dennis> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > I recently had an inquiry asking about the Ziegler family from > Elsass, a > village in the Ukraine (no idea why I was written but perhaps > several of you > were also). > > We no longer have a VC for that village but I wondered if any of > you had any > ideas that would help this woman. If so, let me know and I'll send > you her > e-mail address. Thanks > Dennis Zitterkopf > > > > > > > > ------------------------------ > > Message: 2 > Date: Mon, 22 Jan 2007 08:53:23 -0600 > From: "Elaine McDowell" <elainemcdowell@sbcglobal.net> > Subject: [GER-VOLGA] obit: Owen Leffler > To: <obituaries@yahoogroups.com>, "Ben Bouer" <benbouer@yahoo.ca>, > <GER-VOLGA-L@rootsweb.com>, <RUS-SARATOV-FRANK-L@rootsweb.com>, > "US-OBITS-D-request" <us-obits-d@rootsweb.com>, "WORLD-OBITS-D-" > <world-obits-d@rootsweb.com> > Message-ID: <008401c73e35$1132f710$6401a8c0@DCC89MB1> > Content-Type: text/plain; charset="us-ascii" > > > Greeley Tribune > Greeley, Colorado > 01-22-2007 > > > Owen Leffler > > March 27, 1980 - Jan. 19, 2007 > > Age: 26 > > Residence: Greeley > > Tribute: Owen Marshal Leffler was born in Greeley to > MaryBeth Groves and Phillip Leffler. He was raised in Eaton, > where he attended school until his graduation from Eaton > High School in 1998. He worked for TCE of Greeley as a heavy > equipment operator. He was active in sports and Future > Farmers of America and was a lifelong member of Faith > Lutheran Church. He loved snowboarding and cars. He enjoyed > his rural heritage and being outdoors. He was a strong > individual who touched many lives and the people he met were > not strangers for long. > > Survivors: His mother, MaryBeth Groves and his father, > Phillip Leffler; two sisters, Andrea Bauer and Ashley > Leffler; his grandparents, Victor and Elizabeth Leffler; a > niece, Taylor Bauer; 25 aunts and uncles; 28 cousins and > numerous second cousins. > > Preceded in death by: His grandparents, Jack and Bev Groves > and an aunt, Ann Bales. > > Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church in > Eaton. > > Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Allnutt Macy Chapel. > > Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens. > > Note: Contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church in > memory of Owen. Friends may view the online obituary and > sign the guest book at www.allnutt.com. > > > > ------------------------------ > > To contact the GER-VOLGA list administrator, send an email to > GER-VOLGA-admin@rootsweb.com. > > To post a message to the GER-VOLGA mailing list, send an email to > GER-VOLGA@rootsweb.com. > > __________________________________________________________ > To unsubscribe from the list, please send an email to GER-VOLGA- > request@rootsweb.comwith the word "unsubscribe" without the quotes > in the subject and the body of the > email with no additional text. > > > End of GER-VOLGA Digest, Vol 2, Issue 27 > **************************************** >

Greetings, I am researching my family tree and located some informationg I may need help with. The RIEDEL family were born in Germany but had settled in Saratov on the banks of the Volga river. Apparently they had a large mill in the area. I am unsure of their names but I know that Marta RIEDEL was born in Saratov in the 1880's. I hope someone may be able to direct me to baptism, marriage & death records or business and census records for the area. Regards Jon OLDFIELD.

Greeley Tribune Greeley, Colorado 01-22-2007 Owen Leffler March 27, 1980 - Jan. 19, 2007 Age: 26 Residence: Greeley Tribute: Owen Marshal Leffler was born in Greeley to MaryBeth Groves and Phillip Leffler. He was raised in Eaton, where he attended school until his graduation from Eaton High School in 1998. He worked for TCE of Greeley as a heavy equipment operator. He was active in sports and Future Farmers of America and was a lifelong member of Faith Lutheran Church. He loved snowboarding and cars. He enjoyed his rural heritage and being outdoors. He was a strong individual who touched many lives and the people he met were not strangers for long. Survivors: His mother, MaryBeth Groves and his father, Phillip Leffler; two sisters, Andrea Bauer and Ashley Leffler; his grandparents, Victor and Elizabeth Leffler; a niece, Taylor Bauer; 25 aunts and uncles; 28 cousins and numerous second cousins. Preceded in death by: His grandparents, Jack and Bev Groves and an aunt, Ann Bales. Services: 10 a.m. Wednesday at Faith Lutheran Church in Eaton. Visitation: 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the Allnutt Macy Chapel. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens. Note: Contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church in memory of Owen. Friends may view the online obituary and sign the guest book at www.allnutt.com.

I recently had an inquiry asking about the Ziegler family from Elsass, a village in the Ukraine (no idea why I was written but perhaps several of you were also). We no longer have a VC for that village but I wondered if any of you had any ideas that would help this woman. If so, let me know and I'll send you her e-mail address. Thanks Dennis Zitterkopf

Jolliffe Funerfal Home Scottsbluff, Nebraska 2007-01-18 Albert Gottfried Loose, 85, of Scottsbluff, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, January 16, 2007 at the Northfield Medical Center at Gering. His Memorial Service will be Saturday, January 20 at 11:00 A.M. at the Zion Evangelical Church at Scottsbluff with Pastor Garry Schick officiating. Interment will be held in Fairview Cemetery at Scottsbluff prior to the Memorial service. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Church. Friends may call at the Jolliffe Funeral Home at Scottsbluff, Friday, Jan. 19 from 1:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. His obituary may be viewed at www.jolliffefuneralhome.com , where condolences may be left and will be forwarded to Albert's family. Albert was born February 14, 1921 at Ft. Morgan, CO., the son of Gottfried and Mary Loose. In 1924, his family moved to a farm in the Gering Valley. He graduated with the Class of 1939 from the Gering High School. He was united in marriage to Irene Yakel, May 30, 1942 at Torrington, WY. They lived in the Gering Valley where he farmed for 40 years. He was an active member of the Church where he served on the church council in various capacities. Survivors include his wife Irene, sons and daughters-in-law: Jim and Joan Loose of Chandler, AZ., Steve and Mary Loose of Scottsbluff, daughters and sons-in-law: Karen and Dick Rubottom of Idaho Falls, ID., Susan and Austin Maddox of Scottsbluff, 11 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, sisters: Betty Gross and Gladys Keller both of Gering and Viola Leonhardt of Lovell, WY. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert and Harold Loose.

<http://www.sheboygan-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070120/SHE010301/701200460/1067> Posted January 20, 2007 Lois Ann Laux Lois Ann Laux, age 83, of 611 Appleton Street, Plymouth went home to be in the arms of her Lord on Thursday morning, Jan. 18, 2007. She was born on January 8, 1924 in Park Falls, WI, a daughter of the late Charles W. and Mildred Schmitt Swinehart. She attended Random Lake Grade School and graduated from Random Lake High School in 1942. On November 6, 1943 she married Ralph L. Laux in Random Lake. The couple farmed in the Town of Scott for 38 years retiring in 1981 then moving to Batavia. She worked for GTE Telephone Company in Rockford, Illinois, also at Allen Edmond Shoe Factory in Belgium for a couple years before becoming a housewife. Her husband preceded her in death on April 22, 2005. She was a former member of Zion United Methodist Church in Batavia and was currently a member of Grace Bible Church in Adell. She was a member of the Batavia Homemakers for many years, also enjoyed decorating cakes, playing cards and doing handwork (crocheting, etc). Survivors include her three children Gerald Laux (special friend Carol Schneider) of Harshaw, WI, Beth (James) Archer of Adell, William Laux of Kennesaw, GA; five grandchildren; six step grandchildren; five great grandchildren; eighteen step great grandchildren; one brother Charles "Skip" Swinehart of Hartland; one sister-in-law Mildred Behnke of Brillion; and one brother-in-law Harold (Olive) Laux of Random Lake. Lois is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. She was preceded in death by brothers and sisters-in-law Earl Behnke, Jean Swinehart, Vernon and Carol Laux. Funeral Services will be held on Monday Afternoon, Jan. 22, at 3:00 P.M. at the Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth. Rev. Paul Thyren, Pastor of Grace Bible Church in Adell will officiate. Burial will be in the Zion United Methodist Cemetery in Batavia. Friends may call at the Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth from 11:00 A.M. on Monday morning, Jan. 22, until the time of services. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Lois's name. The Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth is serving her family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com. The Sheboygan Press January 20, 2007

<http://www.sheboygan-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070119/SHE010301/701190584/1067> Norman C. "Zimmy" Zimmermann, 78, of 1235 New York Ave., died at his home following an apparent heart attack on January 18, 2007. Norman was born December 10, 1928 in New Holstein, Wisconsin to Joseph and Esther (Born) Zimmermann. On October 13, 1953 Norm was united in marriage to Delores Schultz of Sheboygan. Norm was employed by the Mayline Co. for 38 years until his retirement. In addition to his wife, Delores, Norm is survived by three children, David E. (Paula) Zimmermann, Noreen Beemann and Lorie Zimmermann all of Sheboygan; two grandchildren, Patrick Beemann and Jennifer Leavit; two sisters, Josephine (Raymond) Gainey and Mary Ann (Wesley) Vruwink; and other family members and his companion and pal, his dog, Molly. Three sisters, Laverne Meyer, Elda Reglin and Arlene Williams preceded Norman in death. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 P.M. at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels. Entombment will take place in Garden Terrace Mausoleum. A time of visitation and support will be held at Ballhorn Chapels on Saturday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in his name. Email condolences to support@ballhornchapels.com The Sheboygan Press January 19, 2007

Leona K. Herr, 87, of 1421 N. 8th Street, died Wednesday afternoon, January 17, 2007 after a short stay at Morningside Health Center. Leona was born October 2, 1919 in Nebraska to Alexander and Katherine (Balzer) Miller. When she was young her family relocated to Sheboygan where she attended local schools. On October 9, 1948 Leona was united in marriage to Robert J. Herr at Fountain Park United Brethren Church. He preceded her in death on November 3, 1980. For over twenty years Leona was employed at Wigwam Mills. She was a faithful member of Fountain Park United Methodist Church and the Happy Hearts Club. She enjoyed crocheting and was a wonderful homemaker, totally dedicated to her family. She loved cooking and sharing great times with them, especially her grandchildren. Leona is survived by two sons, Alan (Pam) Herr and James (Cindy) Herr, one daughter, Diane (Michael) Warner, all of Sheboygan; six grandchildren, Whitney Herr, Abigail Herr, Tyler (SJ) Herr, Sara Herr, Susan Warner, and Lisa (Richard) Hauer; two great-grandchildren, Ethan Hauer and Cassandra Warner; a sister Betty Radke of Sheboygan; and other relatives and friends. In addition to her husband, Leona was preceded in death by a brother, Alex Miller; five sisters, Lydia Herman, Nellie Schrader, Mildred Horst, Hilda Guenther, and Sally Ibe; one grandson, Nathan Herr; and one great-grandson, Jaymon Hauer. Memorial services will be held Sunday, January 21, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. at Ballhorn Chapels. Rev. Kerry Wilson, Pastor of Fountain Park United Methodist Church, will officiate. A time of visitation and support will be held from 12 Noon until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in her name. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the staff at St. Nicholas Hospital and Morningside Health Center for their care and support these last few months. Leona will always be remembered for the love she shared with her family. She will be missed. Email condolences to support@ballhornchapels.com The Sheboygan Press January 19, 2007 <http://www.sheboygan-press.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070119/SHE010301/701190585/1067>

Fort Morgan Times Fort Morgan, Colorado 01-19-2007 Connie Michael, 56, of Fort Morgan, died Monday at her home. Ms. Michael was born Dec. 9, 1950, in Fort Morgan to Manuel and Marie (Loose) Michael. She enjoyed doing crafts, especially ceramics. She also liked to crochet and she was a good cook. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and liked to read her Bible. Ms. Michael attended several area churches in Fort Morgan. She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Franzel of Fort Morgan; her son, Matt Michael of Denver; her mother, Marie Michael of Fort Morgan; four sisters, June of Fort Morgan, Rosemary of Maroa, Ill., and Kathy and Barb, both of Denver; her brother, Jim of Brighton, and three grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father and her infant brother, Ronald. A memorial service will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Life Fellowship in Fort Morgan. Services will conclude at the church. There has been cremation. Friends who wish may make memorial gifts in Ms. Michael's name to the Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary, 225 E. Platte Ave., Fort Morgan, 80701. The Heer & Jolliffe Mortuary in Fort Morgan was in charge of cremation. ---

Wyoming Tribune-Eagle Cheyenne, WY 19 Jan 2007 Minnie Weber 1912-2006 Minnie Weber, 94, of Cheyenne died Jan. 16 at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center. She was born Dec. 25, 1912, in Gering, Neb. Mrs. Weber was a homemaker and a day-care provider. She married Gus P. Weber on Feb. 7, 1941, in Colwell, Utah. Mrs. Weber was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and Ladies of the Moose. She is survived by her son, Kenneth E. Weber of Seattle; a sister, Irene Fegler of Riverton; three grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gus P. Weber; and her parents, Henry and Minnie (Miller) Reichert. Private family services will be held. Friends may contribute to Meals on Wheels or The Salvation Army. Arrangements by Schrader Funeral Home.