OBITUARIES
Stephen Harry Lowther
Stephen Harry Lowther, age 67, of Lake Tomahawk, died on September 3, 2024 at his home. He was born on April 14, 1957, in Rhinelander, the son of Vernon and Raeburn (Oakley) Lowther.
Carolyn J. Kaufman
Carolyn J. Kaufman, born on February 23, 1943, peacefully gained her wings on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the age of 81, surrounded by love and care under the Aspirus Hospice Care. Her daughter Dorothy also her husband Philip were by her side every day, offering comfort during her final …
Ernest “Ernie” Van Brooks Jr.
Ernest “Ernie” Van Brooks Jr’s battle with Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) ended early Saturday morning, September 7, 2024 at Vita Care Memory Care in Abbotsford. Ernest was born on March 9, 1965, in Rhinelander, to Ernest Van Brooks, Sr. and Sherry Marie Maas Brooks.
Jean Vanzo
Jean Vanzo 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at Grace Lodge. She was born on August 4, 1928, in Iron Mountain, Mich., to Edwin and Josephine Wittock.
John Eric “Lar” Larson
John Eric “Lar” Larson, 62, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024, at his home in Rhinelander. John was born on January 31, 1962, in Rhinelander, to Clyde (Swede) and Doris Larson. He attended Rhinelander public schools and was a 1980 graduate of Rhinelander High School. He attended the University …
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Jerry Ray “PaPa Bear” Dunahee
Jerry “PaPa Bear" Dunahee, 71, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday morning, August 7, 2024, with his loving wife by his side.
Karen Marie Champeny
Karen Marie Champeny, age 65, of Minocqua, died on September 1, 2024, at the Country Terrace in Minocqua. She was born on August 15, 1959, in Hurley, to Newfrey and Dolores (Pretti) Burzinski.
Miranda Marie Horack
Miranda Marie Horack (Lindner) of Sobieski, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2024, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on August 16, 1994, in Rhinelander, the daughter of Christopher and Hiedi (DeBay) Lindner.
Jean Vanzo
Jean Vanzo, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday August 29, 2024 at Grace Lodge. She was born on August 4, 1928, in Iron Mountain, Mich., to Edwin and Josephine Wittock. Jean grew up and attended schools in Stambaugh, Mich.
Candace “Candy” Bettinger
Candace “Candy Bettinger, 78, of Rhinelander, passed away at her home on Thursday morning, August 22, 2024, with her children at her side and under the care of Compassus at Home Hospice.
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Verna Anita Clara Bonnie
Verna Anita Clara Bonnie, 93, of Rhinelander, passed away peacefully at the Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff on September 1, 2024. She was born on September 26, 1930, in Shirley, Wis., to Edwin and Martha Lemke.
James “Jim” Thomas Shepherd
James “Jim” Thomas Shepherd, 89, of Rhinelander, passed away at his home on Saturday evening, August 31, 2024, with his family at his side.
Michael “Mike” Prahl
Michael “Mike” Prahl, age 69, of Rhinelander, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital after a long illness.
Thomas Gregory
On the evening of May 26, 2024 Tom left earthly life unexpectedly while at the family cottage in Harshaw. He lived a full life with love of family, friendship, adventure, work, and travel for 73 and a half years. He was a vibrant, focused hard worker until ALS (Lou Gehrigs …
Clifford “Kip” Ward Frayer
Clifford “Kip” Ward Frayer, age 70, of Rhinelander, died on August 26, 2024, at his home. He was born on February 8, 1954, in Racine, to Ward and Pearl (Christiansen) Frayer. He grew up in Racine and attended schools there and graduated Racine Horlick High School in 1972.
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