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LaVerne Kauth Obituary
LaVerne E. Kauth, age 86 of Port Edwards, WI died Friday, April 3, 2015 at Riverview Medical Center in Wisconsin Rapids.
Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 8, 2015 at the United Methodist Church in Port Edwards, WI. Rev. Timothy Miller will officiate, burial will take place at a later date in the Village of Port Edwards Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends at the church on Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:00 AM.
LaVerne was born June 4, 1928 in Wisconsin Rapids to the late Henry and Emma (Jensen) Oleson Sr. She married Edwin Kauth on March 31, 1951 in Port Edwards, WI. He died July 24, 1996.
In her early years, LaVerne loved to stay active teaching Sunday School, singing in the church choir, bowling with friends, knitting, sewing clothes for her kids and Sandy's Barbie Dolls, baking treats and caring for her family and friends. LaVerne and Ed loved to travel, dance, camp, hunt and fish together. More recently LaVerne volunteered at the Food Pantry, delivered Meals on Wheels, enjoyed puzzles, books and playing cards. She continued to meet with her beloved "Sewing Club" friends for 65 years.
She is survived by her children: Dayton (Colleen) Kauth of Nekoosa, WI, Darrell (Pam) Kauth of Nekoosa, WI, Sandra (Bruce) Salvo of Middleton, WI, grandchildren: Josh Kauth, Torey (Amanda) Kauth, Ember (Rob Parker) Kauth, Trampas (Michelle) Kauth, Jesse Kauth, Kia (Eric) Mills, Greg Salvo, Brenda Salvo, Monica Salvo, Jeff Salvo, great-grandchildren: Julia and Finn Kauth, Kody Kauth, Jordan Mills, brothers: Henry (Angie) Oleson Jr., Richard (special friend Clara Green) Oleson, Harold (Karen) Oleson and many nieces and nephews.
LaVerne was preceded in death by her parents, husband Edwin, sister Elaine (Gerald) Cattanaugh, sister-in-law Jan Oleson, mother-in-law Emma Kauth; brother-in-law Robert (Rosie) Kauth.
LaVerne's sweet and spunky spirit made her a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend who taught us the meaning of sacrifice and giving from the heart.
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pat bartlett
April 7, 2015
my sincere condolences go out to the Kauth Family at this time of grieving.You are all in my prayers.
Kathy James-Price
April 7, 2015
A very dear, memorable neighbor from my childhood. Peace to you all.
Stacey McInerney
April 7, 2015
LaVerne was a great person with a smile always on her face. Our thoughts are with you all during this time. May your memories give you comfort. She exemplified the meaning of grandmother!
Love, Stacey and Jeff McInerney
Mary Ellen Iverson
April 7, 2015
Dayton and Darrell: Sorry to hear about the death of your MOM. My thoughts are with you. Mark Iverson's mother
Gary Sabo
April 7, 2015
Keeping you all in my prayers Darrell.Your Mom was a special lady.
April 6, 2015
May God comfort you during this difficult time.
Shirley Lutz
April 6, 2015
LaVerne Kauth's Family: My sympathy and condolences go out to all of you during this difficult time. I have many happy memories of times spent with LaVerne during high school and beyond.
Jim and Marilyn Hepp
April 6, 2015
To the Laverne Kauth family. Jim and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers are with you.
Dan & Shawn Joling
April 6, 2015
Dayton & Darrell,
Our condolences to both of you and your entire family on the passing of your Mother. Quite apparent she lived for the Lord and will be rewarded for her service with eternal peace.
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