Edward Robert Gotz

Edward R. Gotz, 88, of Rhinelander, passed away at home on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

He was born on September 21, 1937, in Rhinelander to Edward L. and Rose M. (Schrumek) Gotz.

Surviving Edward are his children, Judy Gotz (Randy) and Gary (Barb) Gotz, a sister, Betty Newman, his two granddaughters and five grandsons, and three great-granddaughters and one great-grandson.

He was preceded in death by his parents and by one sister, Rose (Gerald) Koshak, and a brother-in-law, Russell Newman.

Private family services will be held.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hildebrand Funeral Home & Cremation Specialists, 24 E. Davenport Street, Rhinelander, Wisconsin, 54501, 715-365-4343. Everyone is invited to leave an online condolence at www.hildebrandrussfh.com.