"It was a privilege to have Harold as our neighbor and friend. Harold was always kind and friendly. We will miss him. Sincere care and sympathy to Lois and all the family."
In loving memory of
Harold E. Ziegler
November 27, 1941 - June 29, 2020
And on the 8th day, God looked down on His planned paradise and said, "I need a caretaker." So, God made a farmer.
Harold Edward Ziegler of Ettrick, WI passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020 at the age of 78. During a brief stay in the hospital, Harold died peacefully with his beloved partner Lois by his side.
Harold was born in Fox Coulee, Town of Trempealeau, on November 27, 1941 to Anton and Olive (Kube) Ziegler. Born into a farming family, Harold worked beginning at a young age on the farm in Fox Coulee and continued to do so until the late 60's when he purchased his own farm in the Town of Caledonia. In 1964 Harold married Marrilyn Richer and together they had 4 children. They later divorced.
Harold lived and breathed farming. There was no time for much else. His hobbies were fixing equipment and deciding what to plant. Though Harold never really "retired", eventually his son, Ken took over the farms; known to most as Ziegler Farms. Hardly a day went by where he didn't show up in the Gator to make sure all the guys were doing their job. When not out on the Gator, he'd watch out the window and could tell you every piece of equipment that left the shop and which direction they were headed. He loved the farm life.
As life slowed down for Harold, he also found a new appreciation for constant warm weather. Harold looked forward to heading south every winter to Arizona with his loving partner, Lois. For most of 7 years they traveled back and forth, driving from Ettrick to Apache Junction to soak up the sunshine during the cold Wisconsin winters. Together, Harold and Lois put on thousands of miles and made just as many memories. He was so in love.
Above all, Harold loved his family and friends, and considered many friends as family. He looked forward to visits with and always had a pot of coffee on when the neighbors stopped by.
Cherishing fond memories are: his loving partner, Lois Johnson; daughters, Laurie Hembd, Barbara (David Hass) Jensen, Tammy (Dan Gibbs) Ziegler, and son, Ken (Karen) Ziegler; a brother, Roger (Mary) Ziegler; sisters, Arleen (Richard) Walski, Marie Wilber, and Helen Johnson; grandchildren: Brandon, April, Megan, Jennifer, Andrew, Bryan, Sean, Victoria, Kayla, Tyler and Cole; great-grandchildren: Matthew, Katherine, Margot, Braxton and Dexter; many nieces and nephews and special friends.
Harold was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, LaVern; one sister, Evelyn Hovell; son-in-law, Matthew Hembd; and brothers-in-law, Raud Wilber, Calvin Hovell and Derald Johnson.
The family will be having a private service. Family and friends are welcome to stop in at the shop on County Road D beginning at 1 p.m., on Saturday, July 4, 2020. In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the South Beaver Creek Church or Gale-Ettrick First Responders. Please leave a memory of Harold and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview, is assisting the family.
Tributes
"Harold was a good friend. I will miss his friendly humor and wisdom. My sympathy to Lois and family "
"We felt privileged and blessed to have known Harold, he will be deeply missed by all who knew him. With sincere and heartfelt sympathy in your loss. May God give you strength and may the love of friends and family bring you peace and comfort. Ken and Cindy Martin"
"Our deepest sympathies to the family. Harold will be dearly missed, always looked forward to Harold & Lois coming to AJ for the winter and speaking to him by phone all summer, what a great friend. Ron & Sandy Broman"
"Rev. Raymond and Bernice Ziebell and Jeanette Chase extend our sincere sympathies to the family and loved ones of Harold. He was a one time dear brother-in-law to us and we fondly remembered him often in our thoughts and prayers. With life\'s struggles now behind him, may his soul now rest in peace."
"Very sorry to hear of my school mate passing away! My sympathy to the entire family!"
"My deepest sympathy to Harold\'s family and friends. He was a wonderful man who will leave many wonderful memories. "
"Fond memories of my uncle. Always had something to tease us about. RIP uncle Harold. Now you have joined Mom and Dad in eternal peace. Please give them a hug for me."
"Our deepest sympathy to all who knew and loved Harold."
"Harold was one of the kindest person I know. He will be extremely missed but always loved. "
"I remember so many times with Harold at get togethers and just sharing stories and laughing! I believe it was his surprise 60th Birthday party at Boondocks. He walked in and everyone yelled \"Surpise!\" He grinned from ear to ear and looked over at a bunch of us and said \"Assholes!\" ? Classic!! Love you Harry!"
"Harold was a great guy. Prayers for the family. "
"Deepest condolences, John Beseler"