Obituaries
Phyllis Schrage
Nov 15, 2013
Phyllis J. Schrage, age 88, W6825 Peaceful Valley Road, Tomahawk, passed away Friday, November 15, 2013 at Ministry Sacred Heart Hospital in Tomahawk. Phyllis was born March 18, 1925 in Mukwonago, the daughter of Byron and Helen (Shannon) Spear. She married Harold Schrage on September 3, 1949 in Milwaukee. Phyllis was raised with a respect for valuing education, which continues...
David G Leverenz
Nov 15, 2013
David G. Leverenz, age 50, formerly of Tomahawk, died unexpectedly, Friday, November 15, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. Dave was born September 3, 1963 in Delvan, the son of Erwin and Ann (Brehm) Leverenz. He graduated from St. Robert's Catholic School in Merrill, and from Tomahawk High School in Tomahawk. Following graduation, her entered the U.S. Navy, and was trained as...
Paul J Schoenecker
Nov 13, 2013
Paul J. Schoenecker, age 76 of Minocqua, WI died peacefully in his home surrounded by his children on Wednesday, November 13th. Paul was born on February 5, 1937 in Milwaukee, WI the son of John and Mona (nee Hellickson) Schoenecker. Paul retired from the steamfitters Union Local 601 in 1994. He then built his dream home in Minocqua, WI; where...
Laurie Ann Matushak
Nov 10, 2013
Laurie A. Matushak, age 55 of Hazelhurst, WI, went to Heaven on November 10, 2013 at 2:07 AM at her home from a courageous battle with cancer. Her strength and determination amazed and inspired us all. Laurie was born on April 11, 1958 in Wausau, WI the daughter of Gerald and Sally (nee Frazier) Rainville. She graduated from Wausau East...
John "Jack" M. Soulier
Nov 8, 2013
John “Jack” M. Soulier Sr., age 80 of Lac du Flambeau, WI died on Friday, November 8th at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, WI. Jack was born on September 9, 1933 in Lac du Flambeau, WI the son of Simon and Frances (nee LaBarge) Soulier. Jack married Sharon Wewasson on January 7, 1961 and he was a US...
Mary Lee (Yeschek) Schuetz
Nov 6, 2013
Mary Lee (Yeschek) Schuetz Mary Lee (Yeschek) Schuetz, 62, of Sarasota, Fla., and Minocqua, entered into eternal life Nov. 6, 2013, after a courageous eight-year battle with ovarian cancer. She defied all odds and was a warrior throughout her journey. Mary Lee was born March 18, 1951, in Wausau, to William and Mary Lou Yeschek and was married July 21,...
Don L. Gipp
Nov 3, 2013
Don L. Gipp, age 63, 4925 Talbot Road, Tripoli, died unexpectedly on November 3, 2013. Don was born January 28, 1950 in Medford, the son of David and Esther (Tohm) Gipp. He married Susan Justman on March 7, 1970 in Marshfield, and on that same day, he was drafted into the U.S. Army, and served in the Vietnam War. For...
Leola 'Lee' Lucille Mann
Nov 3, 2013
Leola 'Lee' Giusto Mann, age 100, Tomahawk, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2013 at Golden Living Center - Golden Age in Tomahawk. Leola was born August 11, 1913 in St. George, Illinois, the daughter of Phillip and Theonine (Dupuis) LeSage. She was married to Dominic Giusto; he passed away in 1974. She later married Francis Mann; he died in 1993....
Arlene M. Lechich
Nov 3, 2013
Arlene M. Lechich, 85 of Woodruff, Wisconsin, joined the Lord Sunday, November 3, 2013, at Seasons of Life Hospice Home. Born February 29, 1928 (Leap Year Baby) in Chicago, Illinois. She was very happy to have turned 21 last year, and was the only child of Albert and Helen Strejc. Arlene grew up in the Chicagoland area and attended Morton...
Henry J. Wallman
Nov 2, 2013
Henry J. Wallman, age 57 of Three Lakes, WI died on Saturday, November 2nd at the Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, WI. Henry was born on September 26, 1956 in Chicago, IL the son of Robert L. and Joan Wallman. Upon his wishes cremation took place and private family services will be held.
Sally L. Thompson
Oct 31, 2013
Sally “Sal” L. Thompson, 69, of Harshaw, WI passed away on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2013 after a valiant battle with cancer. She was born on Feb. 19, 1944 in Waukesha, WI, the daughter of Fran (Hooseman) and John Maule. Sally graduated from Waukesha South High school in 1962 and went on to attend the Milwaukee School of Beauty and Cosmetology....
Evelyn Doucette
Oct 30, 2013
Evelyn Doucette, age 85, a long-time Tomahawk resident, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2013 in Peru, Illinois. Evelyn was born April 11, 1928 in Tomahawk, the daughter of William and Irene (Martell) Steinbach. She married Norman Doucette on March 1, 1947 in Milwaukee; he passed away in 1977. Evelyn was a cook with the Tomahawk School District for many years....
Robert D. Saunders
Oct 28, 2013
Robert David Saunders, age 77 of Woodruff, WI died on Monday, October 28th at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, WI. Robert was born on February 10, 1936 in New Haven, Connecticut the son of Frederick and Christine Saunders. Robert married Catherine Kozell on May 13, 1989 at the Cathedral of the Pines in Jaffrey, New Hampshire. Robert was a...
Wilma E Simkins
Oct 27, 2013
Wilma E. Simkins, age 92, Tomahawk, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2013 at Golden Living Center - Golden Age in Tomahawk. Wilma was born June 3, 1921 in Ohio, the daughter of George and Vermila Hayes. She was married to Floyd H. Simkins, who preceded her in death. Wilma was a bubbly, happy, and care-free person. She loved traveling through...
Glee A. Keipe
Oct 24, 2013
Glee A Keipe, age 66, passed from this world on October 24, 2013 surrounded by her loving family at the Seasons of Life hospice house in Woodruff, WI. She left as she had lived; with grace, dignity and on her own terms. Glee was born in Beaver Dam, WI on December 23, 1946 to George and Joyce Vitek. The Vitek...
William E. O'Neil
Oct 22, 2013
William E. O'Neil, age 96 of Mercer, WI and The Villages, FL died on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff, WI. Upon his wishes, cremation will take place. Nimsgern Funeral & Cremation Services is serving the family.
Gary P. Weller
Oct 21, 2013
Gary P. Weller, age 66, of Brookfield and Tomahawk, died unexpectedly on October 21, 2013 at his Tomahawk residence. Gary was born January 14, 1947 in Milwaukee, the son of Elyart and Anna (Sandgren) Weller. He married Sandra Haasch on October 20, 1973 in Sussex, celebrating their 40th wedding anniversary this past Sunday. Gary had a 30 year career in...
Gina Gruhlke
Oct 13, 2013
Gina M. Gruhlke, age 49, 317 Bradley Farm Road, Tomahawk, died unexpectedly October 13, 2013 at her residence. Gina was born July 10, 1964 in Tomahawk, the daughter of George Walker and Julie L'Abbe Thayer. She was a 1982 graduate of Tomahawk High School, and received an Associate's Degree in insurance and computer programming from North Central Technical College in...
Kevin H. Eggebrecht
Oct 12, 2013
Kevin H. Eggebrecht, age 34, passed away October 12, 2013 as the result of an automobile accident near Tomahawk. Kevin was born on June 1, 1979 to his proud parents, Henry & Renee (Betts) Eggebrecht. He graduated from Tomahawk High School in 1997 and went into the work force as a welder. He was currently employed at Northern Wire Company...
Robert Miller
Oct 12, 2013
Robert L. Miller, 73, of 11 W. Merrill Ave., passed away Saturday, October 12, 2013 at Golden Living-Golden Age Nursing Home in Tomahawk. Bob was born on January 8, 1940 in Winona, Minnesota to LaVerne and Florence Miller. He had been both a musician and producer in the music industry for over 40 years. He also had worked in the...
