Sharon Rose Joyce Radiske-Dauer-Bolton

Sharon Rose Joyce Radiske-Dauer-Bolton, age 86, of Phillips, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center-
Park Falls. She was born on May 7, 1940, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She attended high
school in Pewaukee and on married August 26, 1961, Jerome “Jerry” Dauer. Together
they raised four daughters. He precedes her in death. Later in life Sharon met and
married David Bolton on October 27, 2011. Throughout her life, Sharon dedicated
herself to both her family and her work. She worked in the kitchen at Chappie’s Supper
Club, served as a deli clerk at Sentry Foods, worked as a data entry specialist at Sax
Arts and Crafts and later became a lunch lady at the local high school. No matter the
role, Sharon was known for her warmth, her strong work ethic, sense of humor, and her
ability to make people feel welcome.
Faith and family were at the center of Sharon’s life. She was a member of Our Savior’s
Assembly of God. Sharon especially loved gathering with family and friends. She
enjoyed fishing, music, playing cards, accordion music, and spending time laughing with
those she loved. Her home was often filled with conversation, coffee, and the kind of
everyday joy that leaves a lasting mark on a family. She made many friends in the
Phillips area, but especially Christine McMillan who cared for her for many years.
She is survived by her daughters, Beth (Steve) Brester, Kathy Schultz, Patty Dauer, and
Debbie Duke; her grandchildren, Amanda (David) Trapp, Michael (Ayano) Brester,
Mitchell Brester, Monica (Matthew) Vail, Nicole (Logan) Schultz, Emily Schultz, Garrett
(Karisa) Lahti, and Stephanie (Brad) Lahti; along with 10 great-grandchildren and
nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. Sharon was preceded in death by her
first husband, Jerry Dauer and second husband David Bolton.
A celebration of life for Sharon will be held at Beth’s home, in Pewaukee on June 19th.
Please call for additional details.
Birch Street Funeral Service is assisting the family.
www.birchstreetfuneralservice.com