OBITUARIES
Darren Scott Koivisto
Darren Scott Koivisto, lovingly known to many as “Lightning,” passed away in Rhinelander at the age of 62. Son of Jack and Geri Wallin, Darren lived a life defined by laughter, connection, and a deep love for the outdoors. He had a personality that drew people in instantly — Darren …
Gary A. Taylor
Gary A. Taylor, age 82, passed away peacefully April 5, 2026, at his home in Rhinelander, surrounded by his loving family. Born July 19, 1943, in Antigo, Gary was the son of John and Lorraine (Zwicky) Taylor. After moving to Rhinelander at age 5, he graduated from Rhinelander High School …
James P. Reilly
James P. Reilly, age 76, of Rhinelander, died April 5, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 28, 1949, in San Francisco, California, the son of Christopher and Margaret (Mulligan) Reilly.
Christopher John Schauder
Christopher John Schauder, age 58, died peacefully at his home in Tomahawk, on March 31, 2026. Born on January 22, 1968, in Rhinelander. Chris was a graduate of Rhinelander High School, class of 1986, and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Christopher Scott Stanfield
Christopher Scott Stanfield, 58, of Rhinelander, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday evening, March 31, 2026. Chris was born in Colorado on August 18, 1967, to Fred I. and Peggy E. (Simmons) Stanfield. His family lived in Colorado till he was 5 years old.
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Thomas M. Vandenberg
Thomas M. Vandenberg, 76, of Rhinelander, died on March 25, 2026 at the Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on July 22, 1949 in Little Chute, the son of Elmer and Agnes (Vandenbogard) Vandenberg.
Nancy Lou Schultz
Nancy Lou Schultz, 78, of Rhinelander, passed away on Saturday morning, March 28, 2026, at the Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital with family surrounding her.
Barbara Ann Steinhardt
Barbara Ann Steinhardt, 83, of Rhinelander, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, at Seasons of Life, with family by her side. She was born on March 9, 1943 in Laona, the daughter of William and Laura (Lepscier) Yeater. She was a lifelong resident of Rhinelander. She graduated from Rhinelander …
Jill Marie Schrum
Jill Marie Schrum, 51, of Rhinelander, passed away on Wednesday morning, March 25, 2026, at Wausau Aspirus Hospital.
James F. Gorczyca
James F. Gorczyca, 66, of Rhinelander, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. James was born on April 26, 1959, in Detroit. In 1976, he joined the U.S. Military, proudly serving his country. Following his service, James spent most of his …
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Timothy “T. Jay” Gerhardt
Timothy “T. Jay” Gerhardt, 72 of Rhinelander, died on July 17, 2025, in Rhinelander. He passed into eternal paradise with Jesus while holding his wife's hand. It was beautiful and peaceful. He was born on April 16, 1953, in Madison, the son of Lee and Dorothy (Black) Gerhardt.
James “Jim” R. Bixby
James “Jim” R. Bixby, 69, of Gleason, passed away at his home on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Jim was born on April 28, 1956, in Rhinelander, to the late Richard and Geraldine (Clapper) Bixby. He graduated from Rhinelander High School and went on to enter the workforce shortly after. Jim …
Beverly Jean Johnson
Bev peacefully left this life Sunday March 22, 2026 surrounded by family, after a long courageous fight against Parkinsons disease. She is now reunited with Nils Peter, her one and only love, Paul Newman excluded.
Kathleen Frances Thom
Kathleen Frances Thom of Pine Lake passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2026, at the ripe old age of 103. Born on July 16, 1922, to Catherine Mary Jung Frey and George Michael Frey in Burlington, “Kathy” was the third child of eight children. She attended high school …
Ronald John Kampstra
Ronald John Kampstra, 86, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at Waunakee Valley Senior Living in Waunakee, surrounded by his family. A lifelong Wisconsinite, Ron was born on February 20, 1940, in Randolph, to Raymond and Irene (Bartol) Kampstra. He graduated from Randolph High School, earned a bachelor’s degree in …
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