Please remember in your prayers Marlyn Etlicher, a long time member at St. Joseph, Barron who passed away March 20. Marlyn was a proud dairy farmer for 42 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, walking his land, driving the 4 wheeler, and tending to his beloved barn cats. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought him great joy and happiness. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Rausch & Steel Funeral Home in Barron. A private family Funeral Mass will be held. Final resting place will be at Wayside Cemetery in Barron. For full obituary click on Marlyn's name above.
Francis Richter, a long time member at St. Peter passed away January 6, 2021. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday, January 11, 2021 at St. Peter Church. Frank served in the US Navy for 16 years. Then after moving to the Cameron area he worked for both the Village of Cameron and the City of Barron. After retirement, Frank enjoyed woodworking in his woodshop everyday. Frank had deep love for his family and his church. Frank will be sorely missed by his wife Shirley of 62 years and his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. For full obituary please click on Francis's name above.
NOTICE FROM BISHOP POWERS Regarding Scam Solicitations If anyone contacts you through any form of communication (such as calls, texts or emails) claiming to be me, someone from the Diocese (Chancery Office personnel), a priest, parish employee or anyone else honestly affiliated with the Catholic Diocese of Superior asking you to send money or get gift cards of any kind, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, DO NOT RESPOND TO THEIR REQUEST. IT IS A SCAM. ANYONE OFFICIALLY CONNECTED TO OR ACTING ON BEHALF OF THE DIOCESE OR ANY OF THE PARISHES OR ANY OTHER DIOCESAN SPONSORED ORGANIZATION WILL NOT CONTACT YOU IN THIS MANNER, BECAUSE IF THEY DID, IT WOULD BE GROUNDS FOR THEIR IMMEDIATE DISMISSAL. For some time now these types of SCAMS have become more prevalent and more sophisticated in their making the request look real. LET ME REPEAT AGAIN, NO ONE OFFICIALLY CONNECTED TO THE CATHOLIC CHURCH IN THE DIOCESE OF SUPERIOR WILL EVER CONTACT YOU IN THIS MANNER TO EITHER ASK A FAVOR OR SOLICIT FUNDS. NOTE: This does not say a parish can’t solicit gift cards to be used for raffle prizes etc. However, in this case the cards should be dropped off at the parish office.
Anna Nelson passed away on Thursday, November 5th at Meadowbrook in Chetek. Anna was a long time member at St. Boniface, served as a member of the St. Boniface Ladies Guild many years and everyone always enjoyed Anna and her beautiful smile. Anna loved gardening and then canning and freezing and enjoying the fruits of all her hard work. Anna was a loving mother to all of her sixteen children. A Private Mass was held at St. Boniface on Saturday, November 14th. For full obituary, click on Anna's name.
June Samens was a long time member of St. Boniface. June enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, cardinals, sunflowers and spending time with her family, children and grandchildren. A private family funeral service was held at Burnham Ours Funeral Home. For her full obituary, click on June's name above.
THE VISITATION FOR LLOYD "BUD" MIZER FOR THE EVENING OF FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 AT RAUSCH AND STEEL FUNERAL HOME HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE FAMILY'S CONCERN OF RISING COVID CASES IN BARRON COUNTY. THANK YOU. Lloyd "Bud" Mizer, a long time St. Joseph parishioner, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 16. Lloyd was a real people person who would do anything for anyone. He enjoyed gardening, boating, fishing and especially being surrounded by family. A private Funeral Mass will be held for family only. For a complete obituary click on the name above.
Robert Harings passed away on Saturday, October 3rd, 2020. A Funeral Mass was held at St. Boniface on Friday, October 9th. Bob worked as a truck driver for years and also farmed the family farm in Chetek. Bob married Kay on May 14th, 1960. They raised five children. Bob loved watching and playing sports. He enjoyed polka dances and making people laugh. Kay was very active at St. Boniface. Always willing to give a helping hand and tending to the plants. For complete obituary click on Robert's name above.
An active, long time parishioner of St. Joseph, Ida Nevin passed away on September 28th. She had a beautiful smile that will be missed, especially by her family whom she loved dearly. A private funeral mass will take place at St. Joseph, Barron on Oct. 5th. For complete obituary, click on name above.
Dorothy Wilson, long-time member of St. Peter, Cameron passed away on Friday, September 18th. Dorothy was active in the community as well as the church as a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 26th at 1pm at St. Peter. For complete obituary, click on name above.
Don Scott, of St. Boniface parish, was called home at the age of 80 on September 15th. Don served our country bravely, starting his service right after his high school graduation and throughout his life in various positions. He loved the life of the northwoods and his wife dearly. He was a substantial contributor to our parish and will be missed. For full obituary, please click on his name above.
Father Bala's dad, Policetty Lourdaiah passed away on Sunday, August 23, 2020. Though none of our parish family had met Policetty Lourdhaiah, we know he must have been a good man who helped to create a wonderful son, who has now blessed our parish cluster with his presence as our priest. To honor his father, Fr. Bala will be celebrating a memorial mass on Monday, August 31st at 11am at St. Peter. All are welcome to join us for this service. Masks are requested, social distancing will be followed. If you'd like to send a card to Father Bala, it can be sent to: Fr. Bala Policetty, 827 E La Salle Ave, Barron ,WI 54812.
A long-time member and servant of the parish of St. Boniface, John Matisko, passed away on August 20, 2020. Thanks to his love of God, he served for over 38 years in the church - usher, eucharistic minister, Knights of Columbus, Financial Trustee, parish council member and as one of the famous chicken dinner grill masters through the years. John will be deeply missed, but his legacy lives on in those whose life he touched including his wife Nancy, his son John and many other friends and family. To see his full obituary, please click on his name above.
Larry Schmidt, a long-time parishioner of St. Boniface, passed away on August 16, 2020 at Sacred Heart Hospital. Larry enjoyed spending time with his family, his wife, children, and grandchildren and will be greatly missed. Click on his name above for a link to his full obituary.
John William Graf, long-time and supportive member of St. Peter Parish, passed away in his home on July 8, 2020. May he rest in peace. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place Tuesday, July 14, at 11am at St. Peter. His complete obituary can be found by clicking on his name above.
August 29, 1949 - June 29, 2020. Deborah Jean Anderson (Freeland), age 70, was given her angel wings and went home to heaven on June 29, 2020 with her family by her side. Debbie was an active member of St. Peter's parish along with her husband, Tom. She was known for her kindness and giving heart and will be missed dearly.
John Nesseth of St. Boniface Parish passed away in his home on May 22. John ushered for many years at the parish and his friendly greetings and conversations will be greatly missed by many. John is the son of Mary Ekstrom and John Ekstrom (stepson). His paternal father Sidney Nesseth preceded him in death. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.
The "Love Your Neighbor" food bags may be held on to as a reminder to help our local food pantries and shelters. When a safe opportunity allows itself, please go ahead and drop your full bags off at your local food pantry.