OBITUARIES
Jeffrey M. Zdroik
Jeffrey M. Zdroik, 69, of Rhinelander, died on May 29, 2026, at the Wausau Aspirus Hospital. He was born in Rhinelander on November 15, 1956, the son of Blaise and Helen (Aschenbrenner) Zdroik. He attended schools in Rhinelander, graduating from the Rhinelander High School in 1975. After a few years …
Hope L. Houg (Pratz)
Hope L. Houg (Pratz), of Piehl, died peacefully in her home on May 29, 2026 with her family and friends by her side. Hope was born on August 22, 1977, in Sugar Camp. Hope was a devoted wife, mother, proud grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched everyone …
Lori Ann Heise
Lori Ann Heise, 62, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, following a month of wonderful, constant and compassionate care. She was surrounded by those that loved her dearly, including family and her two best friends Byron Lee, who took such good …
Lisa M. Bragg-Hurlburt
Lisa Marie Bragg-Hurlburt, 56, of Eau Claire, unexpectedly passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026, at her apartment. Lisa was born on August 22, 1969, in Woodruff. Shortly after, her parents Don and Rose built their home in Rhinelander. As the eldest sibling, Lisa became the “ring leader” of her …
Lawrence “Larry” Beckley
Lawrence “Larry” Beckley, 72, of Harshaw, passed away on June 1, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on July 21, 1953, in Rhinelander, the youngest son of John and Doris (Retherford) Beckley.
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Patricia Ann Wood
Patricia Ann Wood, age 91, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau with members of her family by her side. Pat was born on January 2, 1935, to Dave and Eva (Franks) Krause in Lake Linden, Mich.
Russell William Running
Russell William Running, 65 of Sugar Camp passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau. He was born in Appleton on October 10, 1960, the son of James and Shirley (Jenneman) Running.
Sigward V. Watten
Sigward V. Watten, 84, passed away on May 22, 2026, in Rhinelander. He was born on June 13, 1941, to Ticy Lutes and Sigward Watten in Tomahawk.
Edward Alan Wambold
Edward Alan Wambold, age 86, passed away on May 20, 2026, at his residence in Waunakee. He was born on October 21, 1939, in Appleton to parents Edward and Cornelia (Lloyd) Wambold. Edward married Carol C. Radant on June 24, 1961, at St. Stephens Lutheran Church in Wausau.
Marcia Rudis
A celebration of life honoring Marcie is planned for June 6. Please join her family to share memories at the Cassian Town Hall from 1 to 3 p.m., at 9110 Church Road, Harshaw. Marcie’s full obituary can be found on the Hildebrand Funeral Home website.
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Sigward V. Watten
Sigward V. Watten, 84, passed away on May 22, 2026, in Rhinelander. He was born on June 13, 1941, to Ticy Lutes and Sigward Watten in Tomahawk.
Lois Ann Nehls
Lois Ann Nehls, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister passed away on Monday, May 18, 2026 at the Rennes Health and Rehab in Rhinelander. Lois was born on Tuesday, February 16, 1937 in Rhinelander, the oldest daughter of Clarence and Nora (Kussman) Christian. She was 89 years old.
Vivian E. Jamison
Vivian E. Jamison, 98, of Rhinelander, passed away on May 16, 2026, at Pride Therapy and Living Center in Weston. She was born on January 27, 1928, in Winter, to Peter and Elida (Nygaard) Canestorp.
Thomas “Tom” Plewa
Thomas “Tom” Plewa, 88 of Minocqua, passed away in his home on Tuesday, May 19. He was born November 14, 1937 in Milwaukee to Joseph and Helen (Grusczynski) Plewa. Tom served in the Army for two years as a heavy equipment operator and also worked in a foundry. He later …
Shirley Mae (Boote) Zerbe
Shirley Mae (Boote) Zerbe, 93, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, in Lecanto, Fla. Born on April 29, 1933, in Harshaw, she was the beloved daughter of Carl and Ethel Boote. She married Christ Zerbe on September 29, 1951. He preceded her in death. Shirley dedicated her life to …
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