OBITUARIES
Elizabeth Ann Otteson (Lieder)
In loving memory of Elizabeth Ann Otteson (Lieder), age 44 of Rhinelander. After a courageous and unwavering battle with cancer Beth passed away on June 28, 2026. Beth was born on Oct. 24, 1981 to Peter Lieder and Barbara Dankert in Hartford. On Nov. 21 of 2007 Beth married Karl …
George J. Clements
George J. Clements, 84, was called to rest on June 27, 2026. George is survived by his wife, Carla; sons, Ja (Jennifer), Lee (Pam); daughters, Shirley (Don); Kayla and Marion. According to George’s wishes, no services will be held.
Donald Carl Allen
Donald Carl Allen, age 81 of Arbor Vitae, passed away on Thursday, July 9 at Marshfield Medical Center in Minocqua. Don was born on Aug. 6, 1944 in Arbor Vitae, the son of Claude and Clara (nee Gehrke) Allen.
James R. Bowman
James R. Bowman, age 69 of Harshaw, passed away Thursday, July 8, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Jim was born on December 10, 1956, the son of Raymond “Bud” and Beverly (nee Houck) Bowman.
John Daniel Dinga
John Daniel Dinga, 75, of Woodruff, passed away on July 7, 2026, in his home, surrounded by family. Born November 18, 1950 in Madison to John and Fern Dinga, he graduated from LaFollette High School in 1968 and worked 30 years at Oscar Mayer.
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Elizabeth “Betty” Mary Fitch
Elizabeth “Betty” Mary Fitch, age 97, of Omro, passed away peacefully in her home on July 6, 2026, at her home. Betty was born on April 6, 1929, daughter of the late Joseph and Eveline (Denis) Loverine, in Kenosha. She graduated from high school and went on to work alongside …
Kids Fishing Days July 14 and Aug. 11
There are two more Kids Fishing Days left this summer that are presented by the Northwoods Chapter of Muskies Inc. The first is on July 14 and the second is Aug. 11. The event begins at 5 p.m. and goes until 7 p.m. at the Minocqua fishing pier on the …
Susan Dawn Wolf
Susan D. Wolf, 73, of the Town of Pelican, passed away at home on Saturday morning, July 4, 2026. Sue was born and raised in Tomahawk. She was united in marriage to Thomas Richard Olson Sr. in Tomahawk. They later divorced. Susan was employed in the laundry department at Taylor …
Olive Esther Smith
Olive Esther Smith, dearly beloved sister, aunt, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 at University Hospital in Madison. Olive was born on March 6, 1947 in Rhinelander, the fourth child of David and Olive Ross.
Patricia “Patsy” Josephine (Miller) Bruyette
Patricia “Patsy” Josephine (Miller) Bruyette, age 90, passed away peacefully at home on June 30, 2026 surrounded by her large and loving family. Born in Rhinelander on April 14, 1936, to Lawrence and Genevieve (Bliss) Miller, Patricia was raised on the family farm off Lassig Road. Her youth was shaped …
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David Wesley Skinner
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David Wesley Skinner, who left this world on June 26, 2026, at the age of 60. Dave passed away courageously, as he lived, on his own terms, with the biggest heart you’d ever know. Born on December 27, 1965, …
Kathleen Skeway
Kathleen Skeway found peace on June 26, 2026 at age 80. Mother of Chelli (Mike) Gosda and Mike Skeway. Grandmother of Jasmine Gosda. Sister of Richard Eddy. Please visit cressfuneralservice.com for the full obituary.
Mike Wozniczka
A lifelong resident of Rhinelander, Mike Wozniczka, 66, passed away on June 28, 2026. Mike married his wife, Carol, on October 15, 1983 in Green Bay. He started working at Campbell’s Clothing as a young boy and to this day the core group of employees are still friends and meet …
Geraldine Ruth Jordan
Geraldine “Jerry” Jordan, of Rhinelander, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026, at Friendly Village Nursing & Rehab at the age of 97. She was born on August 28, 1928, in Rhinelander to Alvin and Carrie (Dart) Dalson.
Duane Alan Ruffie
Duane Alan Ruffie was born September 1, 1961 to Joanne and Joseph Ruffie and grew up in Rhinelander. Duane graduated from Rhinelander High School. He passed June 11, 2026 at the age of 64.
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