Wisconsin Holstein Briefs J Eric & Brandy Westphal welcomed a baby boy on August 20. Chael Clayton joined big sister Isabel. Chael weighed 8 lbs. 4 oz. and was 20.5 inches long. D Congratulations to Bart & Brittany Schreiber, Athens, who welcomed Bailey Reese to their family. Bailey was born August 16 weighing 8 lbs. 13 oz. and was 20.5 in. long. K Thank you to our summer intern, Nicole Smith, for a great summer! It was a pleasure to work with you. T The membership info for Racine County was omitted from the District 6 report in the September issue. We value our 9 Adult and 1 Junior member in Racine County. G Our condolences to the families of Oscar Wegmann, Verna Ohm and Pat Bangart who passed away recently. Full obituaries are printed below. The Wisconsin Holstein News encourages readers and members to submit information for the Wisconsin Holstein Briefs column. We are looking for news of a wedding, birth announcement, award winner or death that Wisconsin Holstein breeders should know about. High quality, submitted photos will be printed if space is available. Please submit your information to the WI Holstein News by mail at PO Box 49, Lancaster, WI 53813; or email to lauraw@wisholsteins.com.
Obituaries Oscar Wegmann
Oscar J. “Bud” Wegmann, age 88, of Bloomington, passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at the VA Hospital in Madison. He was born on October 18, 1924, on the W egmann family farm in Bloomington Township, the son of Henry and Emma (Osterhaus) Wegmann. Henry and Emma were part of a group of forty families who came from the Dyersville, IA, area to settle on farms in the Bloomington area in the early 1900’s. Bud served his country in the United States Army from 1945-1947 stationed in Germany and Austria. On October 6, 1951, he was united in marriage to Coletta C. Wiest at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville. Together they farmed on the Wegmann family farm where Oscar has lived his entire life. He was a dedicated farmer and had an avid interest in Registered Holstein cattle. Bud developed his herd with the prefix “Blake’s Prairie” and shared this interest with many friends in the Holstein Association. Oscar enjoyed showing his cattle at fairs and other dairy shows when his children were members of the Blake’s Prairie Bombers 4-H Club. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the American Legion Post No. 148 of Bloomington. Survivors include his wife, Coletta; children: Angela (John) Krogman; Martina (Patrick Huffman) Kief; Beth Wegmann; Mark (Mary) Wegmann; Patricia (Paul Sena) Wegmann; five grandchildren: Ken (fiancé Amber Rowe) Krogman; Steve Krogman; Emily, Michael, and Madison Wegmann; brother, Joe (Elizabeth) Wegmann; sister, Norma (Jerry) White; and many special nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Oscar was preceded in death by his siblings: Marie (Ray) Errthum; Sr. St. Thomas OSF; Frances (Leonard) Schauff; Sr. Clare OSF; his mother and father-in-law, Vincent and Rose Wiest.
Verna Ohm
Verna F. Ohm, age 87, of Auburndale, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2013 at the House of the Dove in Marshfield. Verna was born July 26, 1926 to Christ and Anna (Kurtz) Wellhoefer in the town of Day, Marathon County. She graduated from Stratford High School in 1943. On June 5, 1954, Verna Wellhoefer was united in marriage to Harvey Ohm in Rozellville. Verna was a hardworking farm wife who also worked as a teller at Stratford State Bank for over 10 years. Ohms Registered Holsteins was the host of the first twilight meeting in Wood County. Harvey and Verna worked very closely with their small herd and were active members of the Wood County Holstein Breeders for many years. She enjoyed gardening, and reading. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family and many friends. Verna is lovingly survived by her husband: Harvey; daughter: Linda (Scott) Heeg; and grandchildren: Michelle and Eric Heeg. She is further survived by a brother: Walter Wellhoefer. She will truly be missed. Verna is preceded in death by her parents: Christ and Anna. Those wishing to express their sympathy are encouraged to do so in Verna’s name toward The Lutheran Hour and The House Of The Dove. The family wishes to express their heart-felt gratitude toward the staff on the 4th 6–wisconsin HOLSTEIN news/October 2013
and 7th floors at Ministry St. Joseph’s Hospital and the staff at the House of The Dove, for all the wonderful care given to Verna. Online condolences may be made at www.hansenschillingfuneralhome.com for your convenience.
Patricia Bangart
Patricia J. “Pat” BANGART, age 64, of Greenwood, died on Wednesday, August 28, 2013, at Ministry Saint Joseph’s Hospital, in Marshfield, and the Lord granted her peace from her battle with cancer. Patricia Josephine Rueth was born March 13, 1949, rural Loyal, the daughter of Edward and Florence (Schmidt) Rueth. She grew up on the family farm and received her education at St. Anthony’s Catholic School, graduated from Loyal High School, and was a graduate from UW-Stevens Point with a degree in Elementary Education. She was united in marriage at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church on July 24, 1971 to Donald C. Bangart. In July 2011 Patricia and Donald celebrated a very special 40th wedding anniversary. Together they enjoyed many years of farming, quiet time at the cabin, small trips, and spending time with family and friends, especially their granddaughters. They farmed and raised their four children in Auburndale for the first 33 years of their lives together. Pat was a very dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, sister, volunteer, and genuine leader. She gave decades of service as a leader and volunteer for 4-H, FFA and FFA Alumni, Wood County Holstein Breeders, and St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Auburndale. Pat always donated time and resources to special fund raisers and youth activities. In 2004, the family moved their dairy farm (Viaduct Holsteins) to the Greenwood/Loyal area. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Loyal and always encouraged her family to be involved in community activities. Pat loved cooking and baking and shared that talent for all to enjoy. She made a special effort to participate in the Clark County Relay for Life in July 2013. She will be dearly missed by her husband of 42 years, Donald Bangart; her four children: David (Amber) of Greenwood, Mary (Michael) Ketchum of Altura, MN, and their daughters Katelyn and Kyli Ketchum, Dennis of Loyal, and Michelle “Mikki” (Darrin) Wirt of Greenwood. Patricia was the oldest of ten brothers and sisters and is survived by: Robert (Marie) Rueth, Thomas (Anne) Rueth, Ralph Rueth, Roger (Alora) Rueth all of Loyal, Susan (Michael) Gumz of Athens, Bengi (Lawrence) Quelle of Loyal, Roy (Helen) Rueth of Unity, Rose Lindekugel (Neal Mondloch) of Loyal, Kay (John) Rafferty of New Brighton, MN; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Her courage and strength has been admired by her family and friends. Her light and inspiration will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. The family requests that memorials be given to the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of Africa or to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com.
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