Jennifer Bahler-Bernet

Jennifer B. Bahler-Bernet, age 66, of Monroe, WI passed away Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at her home. She was born June 17, 1950 in Ironwood, MI the daughter of Marvin and Marilyn (Anderson) Hotchkiss. Jennifer grew up in Ironwood, MI until moving to Rockford, IL where she worked as a waitress for many years. She later moved to Argyle, WI where she met her husband, Daniel Bernet. She was united in marriage to Daniel on February 18, 2012 at Blanchardville Lutheran Church. In 2015 they moved to Monroe, WI.Jennifer is survived by her husband Daniel; three children: Willy Huotari of Montreal, WI, Richie (Tina) Huotari of Hurley, WI, and Jim Bahler of Argyle, WI; 7 step-children; ten grandchildren: Connor, Courtney, Cole, Cade, and Cali Huotari of Hurley, WI and Kassi, Alyssa, Madison, Gracie, and Alec Huotari of Ironwood, MI; 10 step-grandchildren; 5 step-great-grandchildren; one brother: Marvin Hotchkiss of Ironwood, MI; and one sister: Sally (Dean) Rahko of Ironwood, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents; a husband: John Bahler; one sister: Marilyn (Deedee) (Mike) Taylor; and one son: Casey Huotari.Jennifer was a member of Blanchardville Lutheran Church in Blanchardville, WI. She liked to play cards with her friends and family and enjoyed spending time outdoors - horseback riding, fishing, and camping. Jennifer spent her free-time watching soap operas and "The Voice". She cherished the time she spent with her family creating memories they will all remember forever.A memorial service will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at New Hope Lutheran Church (305 Madison Street, Blanchardville) with Rev. Michelle Elfers officiating. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in Ironwood at a later date. A visitation will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2017 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of the service at the church. The Erickson Funeral Home in Argyle is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com.In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Jennifer's name.