OBITUARIES
Joyce O. Pautz
Joyce O. Pautz, 93, of Rhinelander, died on July 14, 2025 at the Country Terrace in Rhinelander. She was born on April 8, 1932 in Two Rivers, the daughter of Erwin and Amelia (Retzlaff) Pautz. She attended schools in Two Rivers graduating from the Washington High School in 1949.
David Russ
Dave Russ, 77, passed away in Appleton, on July 12, 2025 with his family by his side after a battle with cancer.
Thomas Edward Vanney
Thomas Edward Vanney of Gleason, passed away at King Veterans Home Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the age of 89.
Vincent R. Lofquist
Vincent R. Lofquist, 63, of the Town of Harrison, died on July 12, 2025, at his home. He was born on June 2, 1962 in Rhinelander, the son of Richard and Loretta (Stefonek) Lofquist. He is survived by his wife Carol (Himmler). Carol and Vince were married on May 11, …
Susanne Durlinka Kampstra
Susanne Durlinka Kampstra, 80, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, surrounded by her family. A lifelong Wisconsinite, Susanne was born on December 26, 1944, in Reedsburg, to Durlin and Dorothy Pawlisch. She graduated from Oregon High School and attended college at UW-Platteville where she met …
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Marie Beverly Nelson-Wilson
Marie Beverly Nelson-Wilson, 82, passed peacefully, July 9 in New London, with family by her side. Marie was born November 18, 1942, in Antigo, to Joseph and Florena (Parsons) Ruffie. Bev, as she preferred her middle name, graduated from Rhinelander High School in 1961. She married Martin Nelson, February 1, …
Thomas M. Clancy
Thomas M. Clancy, 90, of Rhinelander, passed away on July 12, 2025 at the Rennes Health and Rehab Center. He was born on March 6, 1935 in Milwaukee to William and Katherine (O’Hearn) Clancy. Tom loved life, adventures, conservation, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends.
Charles M. “Charlie” Phelan
Charles M. “Charlie” Phelan of Madison, died on July 1, at the age of 77, after a brief struggle with cancer.
Bradley J. Albrant
Bradley J. Albrant, 40, of Sugar Camp, died on July 9, in Rhinelander. He was born on February 2, 1985, in Rhinelander, the son of Roger Albrant and Lynn Horack.
Brian Hegge
Brian Hegge, a longtime resident of Rhinelander, died suddenly on Sunday, July 6 while engaged in one of his favorite activities — biking with friends. He was 66. Brian spent his childhood in Whitehall, and graduated from Whitehall Memorial High School in 1976.
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Estelle Mae Eckrich
With deep love and gratitude, we celebrate the life of Estelle Eckrich, who passed away peacefully on July 4 at the age of 89, surrounded by loved ones.
Eugene "Gene" Francis Gaber
Eugene “Gene” Francis Gaber, 92, of Rhinelander, died on July 7, 2025, at the Rennes Health and Rehab. He was born on December 16, 1932, in Rhinelander, the son of Sylvester and Eleanore (Pecor) Gaber. He attended schools in Rhinelander graduating from the Rhinelander High School in 1950. After his …
Barbara Ellen Brogli
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our beloved mother, Barbara Ellen Brogli, on July 5 at the age of 71. A dedicated registered nurse, she profoundly impacted the lives of her patients and their families with her compassionate care and commitment to their well-being.
Hedwig Blank
Hedwig Blank, age 94, of Woodruff, passed on to meet God on July 5, 2025 at Seasons of Life Hospice in Woodruff. She suffered a stroke six days earlier at her home and was transported to Howard Young Medical Center for stabilizing care.
Thomas Arnold Ahrens
Thomas Arnold Ahrens, 71, of El Mirage, Ariz., peacefully passed away on May 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. Tom was born February 6, 1954 in Menomonie, to Arnold and Marie Ahrens (Pax) where he also graduated Menomonie High School and started his first business, Ahrens Heating and Refrigeration.
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