Rhonda Lucile Kaphaem

Rhonda L. Kaphaem, 75, of Tomahawk passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Rhonda was born May 4, 1951 in Eau Claire, the daughter of Robert and Helen (Vowinkle) Hempelman. She was united in marriage on November 11, 1972 in Chippewa Falls to Michael Kaphaem.

Surviving are her husband of 54 years, Michael; daughter, Lisa (Greg) Stevens, Brunswick, Maine; son, Christopher Kaphaem, Oshkosh; a granddaughter, Elena; sisters, Carol (Ronald) Mastrobuoni, Chippewa Falls; Lou Ann Brown, Washington; brother, James (Paula) Hempelman, Chippewa Falls.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Robert Hempelman Jr. and Wayne Hempelman.

Memorial Services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 1, 2026 at Krueger-Nimsgern Funeral Home, Tomahawk with Pastor Evan Nehring officiating. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to time of service.

Online condolences for the family may be shared at nimsgernfuneral.com

Krueger-Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Service is assisting the family.