Ruth A. Veenendall, age 97, of Baldwin, WI, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024 surrounded by her family members. Ruth was born on May 30, 1926 in Baldwin, WI, to parents Henry and Christine (Schouten) Vrieze. Ruth married the love of her life, Wayne Veenendall, on September 17, 1947 and together they were blessed with six children. Ruth was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her love for others did not stop with just her family, she loved caring for those in need and became a CNA and worked at both Parkview in Woodville and Baldwin Care Center for many years.

Ruth was a wonderful cook and had a talent for beautifully decorating cakes. She loved to stay active and participated in church circles at First Reformed Church in Baldwin and was involved in the Baldwin Dutch Community. She spent much of her free time gardening, traveling, playing cards, and following the Big 10 football and basketball teams. She attended many games and of course was an avid Packers fan.

She will remain in the hearts of her husband of 76 years Wayne; children Sharon Hull (Chuck Niemeyer) Doug Veenendall (Christine), Paul Veenendall (Lynda Affolter), Keith Veenendall, Jerry Veenendall (Deanna), and Jayne Kincade; 13 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren, and many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter-in-law Faith Anne Veenendall; son-in-law William Hull; grandson Brian Veenendall and her 8 siblings.

A funeral service for Ruth will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024 at First Reformed Church in Baldwin. Visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. with a service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to First Reformed Church in Baldwin, the Baldwin Care Center, or to Adoray Hospice.

Lance Aaron Snyder, age 28, died unexpectedly on December 20, 2023, in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

A memorial service was Sunday, January 7, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Elmwood Auditorium, Elmwood, Wisconsin. A luncheon followed the service.

Visitation was Saturday, January 6, 2024, from 1-5 p.m. at Keehr Funeral Home, Spring Valley and at the Auditorium for one hour prior to the service on Sunday.

Private family burial in St. Bridget’s Catholic Cemetery, Wilson, Wisconsin with full military honors.

Lance was born June 13, 1995, to Timothy and Nichole (Belisle) Snyder in New Richmond, Wisconsin. He grew up in Spring Valley, Wisconsin with his brothers Logan and Cole and his sister Jordyn. He attended Spring Valley Schools, graduating high school in 2013. Upon graduating high school, he attended Basic Combat Training and Advanced Individual Training as a forward observer at Fort Sill, OK.

Directly after, he attended and graduated from the United States Army Airborne School at Fort Benning, GA earning his coveted airborne wings and becoming a Paratrooper. Following Airborne School, Lance set off for his first assignment in the 9^th Infantry Regiment in Camp Casey, South Korea.

On November 28, 2015, Lance married the love of his life and high school sweetheart, Brooke Jacobson. In 2017 Lance deployed to Afghanistan with 3^rd Battalion, 319^th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment in the 1^st Brigade Combat Team of the 82^nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC.

Upon returning from deployment, Lance was assigned to 2^nd Battalion, 377^th Parachute Field Artillery Regiment at Fort Richardson, AK. In Alaska, Lance attended military mountaineering school and arctic warfare training. Following his assignment in Alaska, Lance was assigned to 2^nd Battalion, 319^th Airborne Field Artillery Regiment in the Second Brigade Combat Team of the 82^nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, NC.

During his career, Lance celebrated many high achievements including promotion to rank of Sergeant First Class, graduation from the United States Army Jumpmaster School, earning the Combat Action Badge in Afghanistan, the Gold German Armed Forces Badge for Weapons Proficiency (Schutzenschnur), and Order of Saint Barbara Award (Patron Saint of the Field Artillery).

Lance’s career might have had a high priority, but it was his wife he loved most in the world, since the age of 14, which was half of his life. They grew from children into adulthood where they navigated together in all ways from one side of the continent to the other. Lance was known for saying that Brooke pulled him out of his comfort zone, and he did the same for her. Exploring their surroundings was something they enjoyed whether that be fishing for salmon on the Russian River in Cooper’s Landing, AK to hiking mountains in both Alaska and North Carolina and any adventure in between. Lance loved their dogs Piper and Max, cheese curds from the Cady Cheese Factory and especially Italian food. We will always remember his unforgettable smile.

Lance is survived by his wife Brooke Snyder; his mother Nichole Snyder; siblings Logan, Jordyn and Cole Snyder (girlfriend Theresa Starks); niece Reese Snyder; grandparents Arlen and Mary Belisle; in-laws Chris and Cheri Jacobson; sisters-in-law Jade and Madison Jacobson; grandmothers Lorraine DeLong and Barbara Jacobson; several aunts, uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his father Timothy Snyder; grandparents Gerald and Marlys Snyder; grandfathers Doug DeLong and Duane Jacobson.

Keehr Funeral Home, Spring Valley handled arrangements.

Evelyn Joan (Nelson) Wallesverd, age 90, of Wilson, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Evelyn was born April 15, 1933, to Arnt and Alma (Eggen) Nelson in Springfield Township, St. Croix County, Wisconsin. She attended Hersey grade school and Woodville High School, graduating with the Class of 1951. In June of 1954 she married John Wallesverd.  This union was blessed with three sons: John Jr., Steven and Mark. She was a stay-at-home mom until the boys were in school and then worked at several office positions. She owned and operated a fabric store in Hartford, Wisconsin and enjoyed the experience. She later worked at Ideal Door in Baldwin for 20 years.

Her hobbies were sewing, knitting, gardening, cooking, baking, dancing, but mostly bowling.  Evelyn enjoyed life and tried to not take the trip too seriously. Evelyn was the youngest of 12 children and truly enjoyed sharing time with them over the years. She also taught Sunday School and was active in her church. She belonged to the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 301, serving as president for approximately 20 years.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 63 years, Jack; her oldest son John Jr.; and all of her siblings.

Those she leaves to remember her are her sons: Steven (Linda); Mark; her granddaughter Kirsten; grandson John; great grandsons: Jack and Will; very special nieces and nephews; other family and friends.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, Woodville, Wisconsin.

The visitation will be on Saturday from 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at church prior to the service.

Keehr Funeral Home, (keehrfuneralhome.com) Spring Valley, is handling arrangements.