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Brenda was born February 3 1959 at St Mary’s Hospital in Milwaukee WI to Edward and Norma Frank. She was born with a heart condition which was supposed to keep her inside while other children were playing outside. Despite many attempts to keep her indoors she would get out of the house and be found playing outside with other children. This would be the start of her rebellious nature. She never gave up on anything and constantly proved how much of a fighter she was and always would be.
She later met her best friend and the love of her life Harold Seeley. They had their first of 3 children Jessica in January 1979 and then married that same year July 21st. They lived in Milwaukee at the time and soon moved back to Mauston where they raised their 3 children, Jessica, Rochelle, Clayton.
She stayed at home and raised their children until they started school. She had a love for helping others so she pursued a career in Juneau County Human Services where she spent 2 decades. She finished her career at the Veterans Services Department as a Benefits Specialist, she enjoyed the people she worked with and the new people she would meet.
Needing to keep busy after retirement she found a part time job at the Camp Williams, with her bubbly personality she greeted troops daily and brought smiles to everyone’s faces.
She loved gardening, crocheting, fishing, listening to Loud music, spending time with her family, and playing with her grandchildren. She cared very deeply and was the most selfless person anyone met.
The fighter that had always been in her kept her fighting until the very end when God came and took her pain away on February 22, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones.
She is survived by her husband Harold Seeley, her 3 children Jessica Harmon, Rochelle Whipple and Clayton. Her mother Norma Frank, her sisters Christy (Mark) Madero, Sandy Olson. Her grandchildren Alyssa Harmon, Trenton Whipple, Landon Harmon,Cayden, Jayson Whipple and Gabe Hayden. Her great grandchildren Aerith Harmon, Aurora Harmon, Brianna Whipple, Sophie Whipple.
She is preceded in death by her father Edward Frank, her brother Edward Carl Frank and her sister Debra Buye.
There will be a celebration of life February 28th 2026 at 11:00 a.m. at the family home W7706 Ceylon Rd Mauston WI for anyone who knew her and also enjoyed her company.

Gregory A. Kobs, age 74, of Arkdale, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026.

Memorial services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at Adams Trinity Lutheran Church in Adams, Wisconsin. Pastor Peggy Werner will officiate. Visitation will take place from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church.

Gregory was born on July 22, 1951, in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, to Theodore and Ellen (Burkum) Kobs. He graduated from Adams-Friendship High School and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from UW–Stevens Point, where he was a proud member of the student organization SIASEFIS.

On June 30, 1984, Greg married Patricia Jones in Adams, Wisconsin. He began his working life in farming before joining Adams County as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He was a proud member of Local Union 139 Operating Engineers.

Greg was deeply committed to his community and civic life. A lifelong Democrat, he served for many years as County Chair of the Democratic Party. He was also an active member of the Castle Rock Lions, serving as secretary for many years. Faith was an important part of his life, and he remained a lifelong member of Adams Trinity Lutheran Church, where he served on the church council.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Rick Klein.

Greg is survived by his loving wife, Patty; his children, Isabela (Derek) Fagen and Alexander Kobs; his siblings, Cindy Klein, Tammy (Dave) Klinzing, Todd Kobs, and Debra (Fred) Renner; along with nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association. https://www.heart.org/

Greg’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the first responders — the EMTs, fire district personnel, Sheriff’s Department, and Medical Examiner’s Office — for their prompt response, time, and professionalism.

Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further information are available at www.roseberrys.com.