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K.F. Bailey, Publisher

Melanie Bailey, Assistant Editor
P O Box 207
Lakewood, WI 54138
Phone; 715-276-6087
Email: knkids@aol.com

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From the Editor-news and notes

I would like to thank the Lakewood and Townsend Fire Depts for responding to and for
putting our garage fire out yesterday. The garage was hit by lightning during yesterday's
rains. You can not replace a life but can always replace "things". Thank you to everyone
for your caring thoughts. Yes, it will be a couple of days before we know ALL of what
we lost.
Our thanks to our neighbor, Mitzer Delzer-Hamois, for noticing the fire and smoke coming from our garage. If she hadn't seen it we wouldn't have known until it could have been
worse. Thank you Mitzer.
In passing; America, and here at home, we have lost many wonderful friends and family. Our
thoughts and prayers to you all. And, to those whose lives were lost in the recent accidents, snowstorms, tornados, fires, floods. and to those whose lives have been lost to the bombings that have
occurred overseas.
Get Well Wishes to all of our friends and neighbors.
UPCOMING EVENTS; See our pages for the wonderful events that are scheduled during the
month. Be sure to ck page 19 for the events for December, church and school fairs and holiday
dinners.
Birthday Wishes to all of our friends and neighbors;

Gas prices have gone down actually but not as much as they were a year ago. Theyve gone from $4.15 plus down to $2.19 and a
penny or two of more or less. To find out where the best price for gas is locally and regionally, go to www.Gasbuddy.com7
Go to our website and just click to read at www.scribed.com for updated news and photos. And, be sure to stop by our page on

The first Townsend Centennial event is now itself a part of history. A capacity crowd of over 100 people squeezed into the Old
Town Hall Restaurant on April 2 to be a part of the reenactment
of the founding of the Town of Townsend.
Excitement and anticipation were in the air as a cast of 30 local
men impersonated the Town founders who
made and seconded motions that would
legally establish the Town of Townsend. A
dozen women portrayed their wives, many
of whom were visibly upset that their voices at the ballot box would be silent and
remain that way until 1920.
The original script, taken directly from the
meetings minutes as recorded by Mathew
Bolund on April 4, 1916, served as the
basis for a much-embellished program
written by Kathleen Marsh, who directed
the production which included interactive
elements and a mini-suffragette demonstration.
Opening and closing music was provided by God's Guys, a Barbershop Quartet from St. John Lutheran Church. They led off
with a rousing rendition of the National Anthem and closed with
America the Beautiful. A highlight of the afternoon was "A
Townsend Day" sung by Don Franzen (lyrics by Kathleen Marsh,
music by Scott Wycherley).
Marshs latest book entitled Townsend Time 1916-2016: A Centennial Tribute was also introduced that day, and a number of

attendees picked up maps, directions and details for the Road

Warrior Walk 100 miles for 100 Years activity which will run
from April through October.
Robert Glocke, grandson of Fred Glocke, who was elected one of
the Town Supervisors a hundred years ago, drove 500 mines from
Fairfield, Iowa, to see the reenactment.
Jay Rietz, direct descendant of Carl
"Charlie" Rietz who surveyed and laid
out the township came to role-play his
great-grandfather. He brought along
Charlie's compass and read a poem his
great-grandfather had written about the
beauty of the surrounding area
Also on hand were Representative Jeff
Mursau and Tom Tiffany who presented
Town Chairman Bruce Karow with a
commemorative plaque recognizing
Townsends hundredth birthday.
The Centennial Committee is hosting monthly events from April
to October. Next up is a Quilt Show hosted by the Looney Ladies
Quilting Circle under the direction of Carole Haggstrom. A variety of antique and modern quilts will be displayed on May 29 at
the Townsend Town Hall beginning at noon. At 1:00, the Looney
Ladies will present their beautiful commemorative quilt to the
Town. Following will be a 45 minute Townsend History Program
entitled "Townsend Time: the First Hundred Years".

2016 - June 5, 2016 On June 4 and

5, the following outdoors activities
Spring into Summer May 27,
are free for Wisconsin residents
McCaslin Lioness Spring Fash- 2016 - May 29, 2016 @ 6:00 pm
and visitors alike! - See more at:
ion Show May 2, 2016 @ 5:00 pm Memorial Day weekend entertain- http://www.ocontocounty.org/
This event highlights the beautiful ment at the Pour Haus Bar & Grill events/events/
and fun fashions that can be found
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in the enchanted shops in LakeDash O.F. Color May 28, 2016 @
Special Programs to be held at
wood, including Northern Perks/
9:00 am Dash O.F. Color is a non- Several
NARA:
Highlight
Pickett Fences, Frame of Mind and timed 5K run/walk that is fun for
National Archives Records in WashingLittle Shoppe on the Hill. - More
the entire family! People of all ag- ton, DC. For details go to
Information
es will enjoy a stroll through town http://www.archives.gov/
while they get covered with color! **Lakewood Area Chamber of Commerce: See
Drive through Fish and Shrimp
http://lakewoodareachamber.com/index.sh
Fry May 6, 2016 @ 4:00 pm Cabin Fever Meltdown May 28, tml
8:00 pm First Friday of every
2016 Food, refreshments, live mu- **Forest County:
month starting in May thru August sic and raffles at the Sunset Bar
http://www.forestcountywi.com/
**Langlade County: langladeand Grill in Townsend.
county.org/Tourism/CalendarOfEvents.as
Miles 4 Madyson 5K/10K May
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14, 2016 @ 7:00 am Join us for the Quilt Show/Townsend History
**Vilas County For more events and
Inaugural Miles 4 Madyson
details go to Vilas County website
May 29, 2016 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30
5K/10K supporting the MACC
http://www.vilas.org. *
pm Townsend Centennial "Quilt
Brown County GREEN BAY
Fund and Ronald McDonald
Show and History"
www.packercountry.com
House Eastern Charities. Enjoy a
day a outside and be a part of a
Drive through Fish and Shrimp
fundraiser for childhood cancer. Fry June 3, 2016 @ 4:00 pm OCONTO COUNTY
For details see: http://
www.ocontocounty.org/

Sausage Fest May 14, 2016 @

10:00 am - 6:00 pm 1st Outdoor
event of the Spring, Grilling all
sorts of sausage and bratwurst,

Music, refreshments

8:00 pm First Friday of every

month starting in May thru August.
Free Weekend Fun for Wisconsin Visitors and Resident June 4,

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Oconto County has a brand new signage system in place for the
upcoming ATV/UTV riding season. The new Locator Signs will
be used year-round for all users of the trail system. These 3 digit
signs also feature a GPS location and logos for permitted users.
Signs use the US National Grid GPS format. Nationally FEMA
has adopted USNG/MGRS (NAD83). This means all emergency
services, EMS, Dispatch, Fire, law enforcement, search and rescue
teams will eventually adopt this format. Oconto County is ahead of
the curve with the new trails signage.
Clubs are also working hard to mark all road crossings across the
county. Research has shown that a combination of location indicators and road crossing signs are the two biggest resources when
you need help. Emergency services will be able to find you more
quickly if you pay attention to where you are. Those with old ATV
maps are asked to recycle them and pick up a new one with the
current information. The newly printed 2016 edition is available
now by contacting the Oconto County Tourism office at 1113
Main St., Oconto, WI 54153. Maps may also be picked up at map
sponsor locations across the county. A major addition to our trail
system is the Bonita Road connector. This link from The Nicolet
State Trail in Chute Pond follows Bonita Road to Hwy W to Sheep
Ranch Road, to Rohe Road, to Old Shingle Mill Road back on
County W to Mountain Lakes Road and on up to Hwy T &Hwy
64. From there you can loop back up to Townsend and reconnect
with the Nicolet Trail. All but a short stretch on Hwy W is true trail
or gravel town roads.

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Five ATV clubs are responsible for the maintainance of the almost
500 mile trail and route system. They include the Gillett Sno and
ATV Riders in Gillett, the Dusty
Trails ATV Club of Mountain, the
Hidden Bear Trail ATV Club in
Riverview, Doty and Lakewood, The
Crooked Trail Riders in Crooked Lake
and Red Arrow Snowmobile ATV
Club in Townsend. All clubs have a
website where local information is
available. Info about the individual
clubs and links to their websites can
a l so be f ou nd a t http:/ /
www.ocontocounty.org/tourism/
trails The clubs sponsor events over the summer months and all
welcome new members. Northern Oconto County is less than a
tank of gas round trip from the Fox River Valley or Green Bay and
a 3 hour drive from the Milwaukee area.
Trails will open one day early this year on Saturday April 30 th weather permitting. Oconto County trails connect with riding systems in
Marinette, Forest and Florence counties as well as the UP of Michigan. Access to the Wolf River Trail and Langlade County is available thru connections in Forest County. Overall there are thousands
of miles of interconnected ATV/UTV riding opportunities in the
northeast corner of Wisconsin. Come on up and ride with usyou
will not be disappointed!

BOOKOPOLY at the Lakes Country Public Library through April 30, 2016
READ 5 BOOKS, get 2 MONOPOLIES and
ENTER to win a PRIZE!
Stop in the library for an entry form.
Directions:
Read books to get two monopolies.
If thats five books: Great youre ready to enter!
If thats four books: Read one more: either a free
book, a chance book or an audiobook.
You may also substitute read five times to a child
or read a book ofshort stories, essays, or poetry
for any spot on the board!
We also have a family version -stop in the library and get the whole family
reading this winter!

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Red Cross Bloodmobile

At the April 18th Blood Drive in Townsend, Roger Strebel of
Townsend was honored with his 9 gallon pin!!
Coordinator Percy Knaub and the McCaslin Lioness congratulated Father Roger for his contribution to the Red Cross. The
next Bloodmobile will be Monday June27, 2016, from noon to
5pm at the Townsend Town Hall.

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Mothers Day is here!!! We have hanging baskets, patio planters, fresh arrangements and so many more gifts
for Mom!! We have been revamping all month.
Its PROM season!! The girls have their beautiful dresses and the boys are getting all dressed up to take their
date to prom. The excitement these kids exude is contagious. I just love seeing how enthusiastic they get. I am
wishing Wabeno and Laona students safe and fun prom nights. I hope they make wonderful memories that will
last a lifetime.
After the events at Antigos prom, its easy to think There IS something wrong with the world today ..... But
there is still so much right with our world. There are so many wonderfully, beautiful things to be grateful for.
My heart goes out to the Antigo community. Children who should have had the time of their lives, now will
only remember the heartbreak and tragedy.
But let's not forget the teenagers who did have a great night at their proms and made the right choices.
They should take great joy and revel in that fact. They made good choices and have beautiful memories.
Having said that....
To any child or adult out there that is feeling so down, so angry or so lost.... It gets better. If anyone needs a
shoulder to cry on, needs support or just needs someone to show them it will all be ok.... Call me, or call anyone
who can help you. I will do whatever possible to help.
Please please don't make a choice that could harm you or anyone else, because I promise you, it gets better.
One bad choice could inflict more pain than imaginable.
It's not about gun control- it's about self-control and making the right choices.
As parents we need to stand up and be accountable for the children we are raising. We need to raise good people, who will raise more good people. We need to guide
our children in the right direction. And if you can't do that
as a parent, let someone else step in and help.
(Don't misunderstand- This is not blaming the parents for
what happened in Antigo - it just means we all need to
make a better world and it starts with us parents. )
There IS something wrong with the world today.... But
together we can fix it.
Make it a beautiful month everyone and be kind to one
another.

Be the change you

want to see in the
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"Red Arrow Snowmobile ATV Club, headquartered in

Townsend, is in the process of writing its history," says newly
-elected Red Arrow President Gary Wagner. "In that regard, I
have directed our Recording Secretary Kari Hinkens and
Membership Secretary Sandy Wagner, to assemble an ad hoc
committee." Mary has recruited Rhonda Kroll, Kathleen
Marsh, Sandy Wagner, and Therese Erler. The group meets to
continue already established goals, procedures, and assign
duties.
"Red Arrow turns 47 this year," said Stehula. "So much has
happened since the club was officially founded in 1968. Our
committee's goal is to gather information to document our
past 47 years and then update each year going forward. We
would like to publish a detailed accounting of Red Arrow's
first 50 years in 2018."
Anyone having old club minutes, photos, pertinent documents, or personal recollections is asked to contact Mary Stehula at misteh@ezwebtech (715-276-7769) or Kathleen
Marsh at kathiemarsh@yahoo.com (715-276-6515).

National Guard and

Reserve
Mobilized as of May 5, 2015
The Department of Defense announced an increase in activated
National Guard and reserve component members this week for the
Army National Guard, Army Reserve and Air National Guard while
the Navy Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, and Air Force Reserve
announced a decrease of activated members. Coast Guard Reserve
numbers did not change from last week. The net collective result is
an increase of 292 activated National Guard and reserve component
members in comparison to last week.
At any given time, services may activate some units and individuals
while deactivating others, making it possible for these figures to
either increase or decrease. The total number currently on active
duty from the Army National Guard and Army Reserve is 14,438;
Navy Reserve, 2,741; Marine Corps Reserve, 954; Air National
Guard and Air Force Reserve, 5,732; and the Coast Guard Reserve,
209. This brings the total National Guard and reserve component
personnel who have been activated to 24,074, including both units

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Snow one day!!! Warm temps the next!!! More snow???

Now spring for a couple of days. Like I always say, if you
don't like the weather in Wisconsin, wait a couple of days
it will change!!! What hasn't changed are the bugs. Ticks,
mosquitoes, lady beetles, no see
ums, black flies, fleas. All sorts
of creepy crawly things. And
many of them bite you and bite
our four legged furry friends.
There are many homemade concoctions for treating our pets
from getting bit. Also commercial kinds. I worry about the zika virus. All the news is
about human contact. No mention about how it could affect
our furry friends. I hope it doesn't hurt them. The northwoods is a wonderful area to live in. We just have to take
some precautions to protect ourselves and our pets. Have a
great spring and enjoy all the northwoods has to offer.

Doris I. Steiger nee Stefinske age 85 late of Tinley Park,

IL. Beloved wife of the late Stanley. Loving mother of
Robert Steiger, Jane Steiger, James Steiger and Janet
(Dennis) Stark. Proud grandmother of Rita, Rachel, Molly,
Henry and Lucy. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Friday April 29, 2016 lying in state from 9:00 AM
until time of service 10:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran
Church 17100 69th Ave Tinley Park, IL 60477. Interment
in Zion Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to
Zion Lutheran Church would be appreciated. Doris loved
playing bingo and her many friends at Zion Lutheran
Church. Visitation Thursday April 28, 2016 from 4-9 PM
at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave.
Tinley Park, IL 60477.

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The Townsend Centennial Committee is challenging you to

walk or bike one hundred miles for one hundred years. Get
route maps and checklist at Karla's Country Kitchen on Highway 32 or at townoftownsend.com. Complete the challenge by
October 31, 2016, to earn bragging rights and a souvenir TShirt.
The 100 mile trek has been divided into 30 different parts.
Some walkers/bikers may want to further divide the longer
sections into more manageable distances. For exact details on
each route, visit thetruthabouttownsend.com for postings on
each section of the challenge, along with very helpful notes
and suggestions. Click on the CHALLENGE link.
For example: Walk #1 (3 miles) Starts and ends at Oughton
Park off Pickerel Lake Road.
Primarily a hard-packed sandy gravel road. Best to walk or
mountain bike; some sections are not very 10-speed tire friendly. Easy level walk amid rustic terrain that is replete with towering pines planted by the CCCs, sandy ridges, and copious
wetlands. Road goes past beautiful little Plantation Lake on
your left. Cell phone service is spotty. Have your final affairs
in order or bring your bug and bear repellent! Big plus: Oughton Park has outdoor bathrooms.
So lace up those walking shoes or air up those bike tires--it's
time for the Road Warrior Challenge!

and the Thrill of Victory.

Townsend, WI Townsend, Wisconsin and the adjoining Townsend Flowage will be be

the location for the first Northwoods Paddlin Shootout, June 10th, 11th and 12th. The
Shootout will feature five paddle sports races on a mile closed course around four
turns. Participants in Kayak Singles, Pro Kayak Singles, Kayak Doubles, Canoe Doubles
and Paddleboard Singles will challenge the course and each other during the three day
event. Qualifying races are scheduled for Friday, June 10 th, Semi-Finals are scheduled
for Saturday, June 11th and Finals are scheduled for Sunday, June 12th. Participants from
the local area, around the state and the Midwest are expected to compete for cash prizes

Race Headquarters, Paddlin Central, will be located at the new Sawbucks BBQ Restaurant on State Highway 32 in Townsend. Races may
be viewed from the shore at no cost. Food, beverage and paddle sports exhibits will be available to the public.
It is hoped that the Northwoods Paddlin Shootout will grow to be a first class annual event which will attract visitors to the North 32
Oconto County and Forest County area.
The event is produced by FishingBoatingOutdoor of Lakewood, Wisconsin with collaboration by selected businesses, groups and individuals.

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A Word or Two From Dr. Adam

Sciatica describes persistent pain felt along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back, down through the
buttock, and into the lower leg. The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest nerve in the body, running from the
lower back through the buttocks and down the back of each leg. It controls the muscles of the lower leg and provides sensation to the thighs, legs, and the soles of the feet.
Although sciatica is a relatively common form of low-back and leg pain, the true meaning of the term is often misunderstood. Sciatica is actually a set of symptomsnot a diagnosis
for what is irritating the nerve root and causing the pain.
What are the symptoms of sciatica?
The most common symptom associated with sciatica is pain that
radiates along the path of the sciatic nerve, from the lower back and
down one leg; however, symptoms can vary widely depending on
where the sciatic nerve is affected. Some may experience a mild tingling, a dull ache, or even a burning sensation, typically on one side
of the body.
What are my treatment options?
For most people, sciatica responds very well to conservative care,
including chiropractic. Keeping in mind that sciatica is a symptom
and not a stand-alone
medical condition,
treatment plans will often vary depending on the underlying cause of
the problem

An Ounce of Prevention Is Worth a Pound of Cure

While its not always possible to prevent sciatica, consider these suggestions to help protect your back and improve your spinal health.
Maintain a healthy diet and weight
Exercise regularly
Maintain proper posture
Avoid prolonged inactivity or bed rest
If you smoke, seek help to quit
Use good body mechanics when lifting

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New at the Lakes Country Public Library

The Lakes Country Library in Lakewood
will have the following programs in May
please stop in or call 715-276-9020 to sign
up:

Travel Talk: China on Wed., May

18 at 3:00 pm

Family Story Time on Sat., May

14 at 10:00 am for all ages.

Book Club on Thurs., May 5 at

11:00 The End of Your Life Book Club
by Will Schwalbe

Up North Authors Circle on

Wed., May 11 at 5:00 pm new members
welcome.

Knitters Group on Wed., May 11

and 25 at 2:00 pm new members welcome (bring a project.)

In the Clearing by Robert Dugoni

LaRose by Louise Erdrich
The Quieting by Suzanne Woods Fisher
Murder at Lambswool Farm by Sally
Goldenbaum
Haunted Destiny by Heather Graham
Deep Dark by Laura Griffin
The Woman in Blue by Elly Griffiths
Heat and Light by Jennifer Haigh
The Second Life of Nick Mason by Steve
Hamilton
A Game for All the Family by Sophie
Hannah
The Secret War by Max Hastings
Maestra by L.S. Hilton
Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly
Dont You Cry by Mary Kubica
The Secrets of Flight by Maggie Leffler
Wilde Lake by Laura Lippman
And coming up in June:

Summer Reading Kickoff Party: Blood Flag by Steven Martini

Sat., June 11 at Noon pizza, activities & Prayers the Devil Answers by Sharyn
McCrumb
more!
The Edge of Lost by Kristina McMorris
Tea with Jam and Dread by Tamar Myers
New Books
Aunt Dimity and the Buried Treasured by Mercy by Michael & Daniel Palmer
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by
Nancy Atherton
Phaedra Patrick
Britt-Marie Was Here by Fredrik BackThe 15th Affair by James Patterson
man
Private Paris by James Patterson
Boar Island by Nevada Barr
Miracles from Heaven by Christy Wilson Seven Brief Lessons on Physics
The Apartment by Danielle Steel
Beam
The Nest by Cynthia Sweeney
Fatal Thunder by Larry Bond
MacArthur at War by Walter R. Borneman The Island House by Nancy Thayer
Katherine of Aragon, the True Queen by
The Fifth Avenue Artists Society by Joy
Alison Weir
Callaway
Destiny Unleashed by Sherryl Woods
Ice Station Nautilus by Rick Campbell
The Rainbow Comes and Goes by AnderLove Inspired
son Cooper
Her Firefighter Hero by Leigh Bale
A Killer Ball at Honeychurch Hall by
An Amish Match by Jo Ann Brown
Hannah Dennison
Claiming the Single Moms Heart by
The Girl from Summer Hill by Jude
Glynna Kaye
Devereaux

Hours:

Monday, Tuesday and Thursday

Wednesday and Friday
Saturday

Sunday

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
2 p.m. to 8 p.m.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Closed

Audiobooks
Wilde Lake by Laura Lippman
Blood Flag by Steven Martini
The 15th Affair by James Patterson
The Island House by Nancy Thayer
Childrens Books
The Crown by Kiera Cass
Dinosaur Bones by Rob Colson
Babmouse Goes for the Gold by Jennifer
L. Holm
Comics Squad: Lunch!
The Trials of Apollo: The Hidden Oracle
by Rick Riordan
Hamster Princess: Of Mice and Magic by
Ursula Vernon
Dragonbreath: The Frozen Menace by
Ursula Vernon
The Thank You Book by Mo Willem

P O Box 220
Lakewood, WI 54138
Ph: 715-276-9020
Fax: 715-276-7151

Lawrence "Larry" A. Van Boxel, Jr., 75,

Green Bay resident, died Wednesday,
March 30, 2016. He was born on May 15,
1940 in Green Bay to the late Lawrence
and Grace (Hendrickson) Van Boxel. Larry was a graduate of Green Bay East High
School. He worked at James River Corporation until his retirement. Larry enjoyed
fishing, hunting, bowling and spending
time at his cabin in Popple River.
He is survived by his sons, Larry (Mary); Randy (Missy);
Tom (Lisa); Mike (Kim); 8 grandchildren and great grandchildren. He is also survived by his special friend, Linda
Oligney; brother, John "Jack" (Karil) Van Boxel; and other
relatives and friends.

two great-great grandchildren; sister, Betty Smolinski, of

Menasha; sister-in-law, Judy Harris, of Kaukauna. He is preceded in death by his parents, daughter-in-law, Jenny
Wojcik; an infant son, three sisters-in-law, four brothers-inlaw, a niece, two nephews and numerous friends.
A Celebration of Vals life will be held on Friday, April 22,
2016 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the Crandon City
Hall. Online condolences may be left for the family at
www.weberhillfuneralhome.com

Carolyn Bender, of Antigo, died Saturday, April 9, 2016 at her home under the
care of her family and LeRoyer Hospice
after a 24 year battle with cancer. She
was 51 years old. She was born on
March 23, 1965 in Green Bay, a daughThere will be a visitation held on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at
ter of Robert and Carol (Kmecheck)
the Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St., from 4:00
to 6:00 p.m. Online condolences may be expressed at
Duffeck of Townsend. She married
www.prokowall.com.
Robert "Rob" Bender on December 29,
2012 at Waubee Lodge in Lakewood.
Larry's family would like to thank the Aurora BayCare ICU
and the Unit 2 staff of Bornemann Nursing Home for all of
Carolyn was a registered nurse and worked 16 years in the
their care and compassion they gave. - See more at: http://
obstetrics until of Aspirus Langlade Hospital.
www.legacy.com/obituaries/greenbaypressgazette/
obituary.aspx?n=lawrence-a-van-boxellarry&pid=179475056&fhid=14028#sthash.ICxaC2ZY.dpuf She served as president of the Lakewood-Townsend Ambulance Service while serving as an EMT. She was certified as
Val A. Curly Wojcik, Jr., age a Red Cross CPR Trainer and was a leader for Women on
Snow at Waubee Lodge, a fund raiser for the community.
85, of Crandon, passed away
unexpectedly at his home on
She loved to travel, camp, hunt and fish. She enjoyed being
Wednesday, April 13, 2016. He
was born in Neenah on May 23, outdoors and the Green Bay Packers.
1930 the son of Valentine AnthoSurvivors include her husband, Rob; two sons, Jameson and
ny and Betty (Quick) Wojcik.
Val served in the U.S. Army dur- Jonathon Smits both of Antigo; granddaughter, Avery Smits;
ing the Korean Conflict. He mar- her parents, Robert and Carol Duffeck; two step-sons, R.
Brandon Bender and Richard Frisch both of Antigo; a stepried Vivian H. Wilkinson On
daughter, Kattie (Brad) Conant of Antigo; eight stepFebruary 27, 1954 in Menasha. He retired after 25 years
grandchildren; two sisters, Colleen (James) Crawford of
from Kimberly-Clark Paper Company.
Kent, WA, Connie (Thomas) Chastine of Hampton, GA;
He influenced and taught many friends of his children
brother, Charles (Barbara) Duffeck of Neenah.
through the years. Many of them came back to visit after
they were grown men and to have a cup of coffee with him.
The 30 cup pot was always brewing. He was also very proud She was preceded in death by her first husband, James L.
Smits.
of his Polish heritage and was known by many as The
Polish Prince.
A funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the
Val is survived by his wife of 62 years, Vivian of Crandon;
Bradley Funeral Home in Antigo. Visitation will be Wednesdaughter, Vicki (Dan) Pedersen, of Crandon; sons, Joseph
day from 3 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.
(Laura) Wojcik of Cavour, WI; William George (Donna)
Wojcik, of Clayton, WI; John (Wendy) Wojcik of California;
and Carl (Lisa) Wojcik, St. Paul, MN. He is further survived
by thirteen grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and

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St. John Lutheran Church, Townsend Services are held: Service times Sat. 5:30 p.m. and Sunday 10:00 a.m.. On Sept 13, Our Winter Service
hours will be Saturday 5:30pm and Sunday 9am There will be no 2nd service. Sunday School will Start on Sept 13th at 10am.

Lenten Mid-week worship services: Ash Wednesday, February 10, Communion Services 8am and 5:30 pm with imposition of ashes;
Non-communion devotional services Wednesdays Feb. 17- Mar. 16

The Christian Food Pantry is always in need of food and/or cash donations. Right now we are short on canned meats like stew or lunch meat,
canned spaghetti, varieties of soups, canned fruit like fruit cocktail and pineapple, peas, carrots, potato flakes, pasta noodles, macaroni, and rice.
Please bring these offerings and place them in the shopping cart in the church entryway. Thank you.
St. Marys of the Lake Catholic Church Students who wish to participate in the Youth Group, call for details. 276-7364.
Church of Christ, 14299 Cty Rd W, Mountain, WI; Sunday Service; 8:30 a.m. Lois Trever, Church Secretary, 715-276-7112

Service Times
Laona---Sun. 11:30 a.m.
Lakewood ---Sunday 8:00 a.m.
Wabeno---Sunday 10:00 a.m.
Church School During Service
Lakewood & Wabeno & Laona
Parish Office-4347 N. Branch St., Wabeno 715-473-3603
Lakewood
1552 Hwy 32
Rev. R. Lee Jennings, Jr
forlarpar@ez-net.com

Stephen Mueller, Pastor Scott P. Wycherley, Music Director

Call for details: 715-276-7214

Website: www.stjohn-townsend.org

PO Box 78, 17963 State Hwy 32, Townsend WI 54175

On Monday April 11, 2016 the Nicolet AARP Spring Dinner

was held at the Waters Edge Restaurant south of Mountain. It
was another cold spring day with the prospect of snow coming. Thirty three members enjoyed chicken and beef tips
along with plenty of camaraderie. Members were reminded
that the next
regular meeting of the
AARP group
will have a
presentation
by Mary
Wagner on
her recent
visit to the
Holy land.
All persons
50 and over
are invited to join the local AARP Chapter. AARP meetings
are social, entertaining, and informative. Meetings are held at
the Lakewood Presbyterian Church on the fourth Tuesday of
each month starting at 7:00 P.M. Contact Joyce West, Membership Chairman, at 715-276-9409.

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I just came in from working outside. Last weekend, during what I

sincerely hope was not both spring and summer 2016, I hand-dug
the 4 x 8 raised bed garden Jon helped me build last May. Today I
planted my usual two early spring crops: lettuce and spinach. Yes,
I know; its too cold for seeds to germinate. But, I am an incorrigible risk-taker when it comes to gardening. If you must know, I
even took a chance on putting in some onion sets that were already sprouting.

ence, but gardening in Townsend is FAR more daunting than it

was in the Fox River Valley. I finally understand now what my
father was getting at when he wryly observed: Any fool could
get rich farming in Dane County. Theyve got lush black loam a
yard deep. It takes a REAL farmer to feed his family in this damnable red clay in Calumet County.

True, there is work involved, but I cannot imagine NOT planting

a garden. I got my start early, thanks to my mother who had a
huge vegetable garden that I helped her tend when I was growing
up on our dairy farm in Sherwood. I think its wonderful that my
nephew Andy and his wife Ashley still grow vegetables on that
same spot. I had a BIG garden when I lived in Kaukauna and a
small one when I lived in Appleton. When we moved to Townsend, a vegetable garden was the first thing I insisted we incorporate into the landscaping plan at our retirement home.

Easter to Halloween. In the Northwoods, its Flag Day to Labor

Day, IF were lucky. To borrow a phrase from Mike McCarthy:
Challenge!

Well, my fathers damnable red clay in Sherwood is pretty

swell stuff compared to the topsoil at Otter Run: a thin layer of
The fact is that planting, tending, harvesting and feeding my fam- powdery black dirt that barely covers the sand and rocks beneath
ily with what I grow is deeply embedded in my DNA. I get a
it. The soil is so emaciated that no self-respecting worm or grub
great deal of satisfaction, not to mention a large haul of organic
wants to live in it. Ive had to spend years enriching with comproduce, from several containers and three small raised bed garpost, lime, and sphagnum peat moss, until now I even find the
dens. It never ceases to fill me with wonder that you can plant a
occasional earthworm.
few tiny seeds and get such delicious results with a little knowSo, that parts been relatively successful; just dont get me started
how and a bit of effort.
on the growing season here. Down in the Fox Valley it lasts from

You wouldnt think a hundred miles could make such a differ-

The Pine Needle Quilters met April 18th with 25 members and
2 guest present. There will be sewing machine cleaning Sept 7
& 8; At our May meeting we will have our Chinese Auction,
remember to bring your address labels. Tickets will be 10 for
$1.00. Here's your chance to pick up some treasures at a good
price. The sewing session will be May 2. Tickets, posters and
handouts will be available at the meeting. Start selling those
tickets to everyone you know.
The girls going to Paducah, delivered quilts to Fort Campbell
on the way. There will be a quilt show meeting. May 16 at
5:30.
Election of officers was held. Officers are President Deanna
Tachick, Vice President Blanche Brenwall, Treasurer Sue
Geneske, and Secretary Debby Stelllmacher.
Ladies remember your yearly dues at the May mtg. They are
$15, checks to be made out to the PNQ.
Kay Rankel was happy to see so many cage comforters brought
to the April mtg. These can be brought to any mtg. Kay will
deliver them. Sizes again are cat beds, appx. 18" x 24" or 14" x
18 and the dog beds appx. 24" x 36". These will go to the
Oconto Area Humane Society. Orphan blocks, scrap fabric,
blankets, mattress pads, etc. can be used.
Carol Renteria was our speaker. Carol has been a prolific quilter for many years and has made many beautiful quilts that she
shared with us.

On the great poker table of life, Dad, I see your one red clay nemesis, and I raise you two inches of pathetically paltry topsoil and a
three-month growing season. You were a great card player, Dad,
and you always knew when to cut your losses and fold. I think
you would give me best and hand over the pot willingly. It takes a
REAL gardener to feed her family in northern Oconto County.