IN MEMORIAM Ronald L. Roehl 1933 – 2019
Revelation 20:6 Blessed and holy is he who has part in the first resurrection. Over such, the second death has no power, but they shall… Read More »IN MEMORIAM Ronald L. Roehl 1933 – 2019
In memory
A Faithful Spokesman. A Loving Shepherd
IN MEMORIAM Rollin Arthur Reim was born on September 11, 1922, in Fox Lake, Wisconsin, to Edmund and Selma (Schaller) Reim. He was baptized on… Read More »A Faithful Spokesman. A Loving Shepherd
Luther’s Struggle with Erasmus—1525—
The ROAD TO REFORMATION In observation of the 500th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation, we are presenting a brief survey of the life of Martin… Read More »Luther’s Struggle with Erasmus—1525—
Gordon P. Radtke, 1919-2017
Gordon Paul Radtke was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on June 10, 1919, God’s gift to Edwin Radtke and his wife Mathilda née Radke. He was… Read More »Gordon P. Radtke, 1919-2017
Carl Monrad “C. M.” Gullerud (1908-1995)
As we approach the 500th anniversary of the Reformation, we take a brief look at the lives of influential and important Lutheran leaders and theologians.… Read More »Carl Monrad “C. M.” Gullerud (1908-1995)
Edmund Reim 1892-1969
[Editor’s Note: The following is an excerpt from an obituary that appeared in the September 1969 issue of the Lutheran Spokesman, reflecting the very high… Read More »Edmund Reim 1892-1969
Martin Franzmann (1907-1976) Professor and Poet
Martin Franzmann was born on January 29, 1907 in Lake City, Minnesota; a town situated on the bank of the Mississippi River between Wabasha and… Read More »Martin Franzmann (1907-1976) Professor and Poet
J.P. Meyer, 1873-1964
The white-haired man was easily recognized by all as he took his regular walk to the post office in his dark suit and tie, for… Read More »J.P. Meyer, 1873-1964
Keith Olmanson 1929-2016
Keith Nolan Olmanson, longtime pastor of the CLC, was taken to be with the Lord on May 26, 2016. A victory service was held on… Read More »Keith Olmanson 1929-2016
J.P. Koehler, 1859-1951
For forty-nine years, John Phillip Koehler had faithfully served the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS) as a parish pastor, a professor at Northwestern College, and… Read More »J.P. Koehler, 1859-1951