Obituaries
Stacy R. Schiltz
Aug 17, 2025
Stacy R. Schiltz, 52, passed away at her home on US Hwy 8, Sunday, August 17, 2025 surrounded by her family. Stacy was born July 9, 1973 in Tomahawk to William R. and the late Isabel (Camacho) Schiltz. She had attended Tomahawk Schools and attended UW Stevens Point earning a Master’s in Special Education. She later earned a second Master’s...
Micah D. Doak
Aug 15, 2025
Micah Douglas Doak, age 34, a resident of Rhinelander, WI, peacefully passed in his sleep on August 15, 2025, He was born in Menomonee Falls, WI, to parents Ron and Jayne Doak.
Micah enjoyed fishing and watching all types of sporting events. He loved spending time with all his family; he was a great uncle to all his nieces and nephews.
Micah...
Joan Patricia Schallock
Aug 15, 2025
Joan “Joanie” Patricia Schallock, age 84, a resident of Woodruff, WI, passed away August 15, 2025, at Seasons of Life Hospice House. She was born on March 25, 1941, in Milwaukee, WI, to parents Harry and Laura Schweitzer. She graduated from South Division and worked at CD Baird in Milwaukee. She met the love of her life James “Jim” Schallock...
Richard C Kramar
Aug 14, 2025
Richard C. Kramar, age 84 of Phillips, WI, formerly of Portage WI, passed away on August 14th at Marshfield Medical Center.
He was born to Charles and Mary(Sperl) Kramar in September 15, 1940. He grew up on the family farm in Kennan. When he met the love of life, Virginia Meives, that was it. They were married on June 11,1966. They...
Mary Ann Raasch
Aug 14, 2025
Mary Ann Raasch, 98, of Wausau passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at the Gardens Assisted Living facility, Wausau. Mary Ann was born June 21, 1927 in Wausau, the first child of Elmer and Lorraine (Seidler) Degner. She was united in marriage to LeRoy “Oscar” Raasch on July 3, 1953. He preceded her in death in 1989.
She was employed...
James E. Nelson
Aug 14, 2025
James E. Nelson, 89, of Tomahawk, WI passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025 at the Riverview Health Service in Tomahawk. James was born April 25, 1936 in Tomahawk, the son of Emil and Thea (Odegaard) Nelson. He was united in marriage to Janis Haugen on August 26, 1961 in Washburn, WI.
James had a life-long passion for sports, particularly baseball, and...
Judy A. Michalak
Aug 13, 2025
Judith (Judy “Liva”) (Hlavacek) Michalak, age 85 of Phillips, Wi passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025 at Rib Lake Health Center with family by her side.
Judy was born to James and Violet (Hynek) Hlavacek November 17, 1939 in Phillips, WI
Judy was a loving wife of 58 years to Joseph Michalak. They married on November 17, 1962 She had 2...
Elisabeth Farber Lanzl
Aug 13, 2025
Elisabeth Farber Lanzl passed away August 13, 2025, at the age of 101. She was living with her daughter in Minocqua. Elisabeth was born in Heidelberg, Germany in 1924; her family fled Nazi Germany in 1938. She attended high school in New Haven Connecticut, college at Radcliffe in Cambridge Massachusetts, and earned a master’s degree in physics at the University...
Lacey C. Christensen
Aug 12, 2025
Lacey C. Christensen, age 42, a resident of Lac du Flambeau, WI, passed away August 12, 2025. She was born May 23, 1983, in Woodruff, WI, to parents Robert and Georgia Christensen. Lacey earned her HSED from McKinley Charter School in Eau Claire, WI.
She loved spending time with family and friends.
Lacey was preceded in death by her father Robert. She...
Duane E. Wenzelow
Aug 12, 2025
Duane Edward Wenzelow Sr. of Wausau, WI passed away peacefully in his home on August 12, 2025. He was 82 years old. Son of Rudolph Christian and Sybil Rose Wenzelow. Duane was born on September 19, 1942 in Milwaukee, WI. He graduated in 1960 from Merrill High School, Merrill, WI. Duane enlisted with the U.S .Army, June 21, 1961 serving...
Jerry Lee Allen
Aug 7, 2025
Jerry Lee Allen, 88, of Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Born on January 15, 1937, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Jerry lived a full and meaningful life rooted in service, hard work, humor, and deep love for his family.
After graduating high school, Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Following his service, he...
Heather Ann Geiss
Aug 7, 2025
Heather Geiss, age 51 of Tomahawk, WI and formerly of Minocqua, WI passed away on Thursday, August 7th. Daughter to Jack and Pam Stengel. Also a beloved mother, aunt, and teacher. She is survived by her son: Keegan Geiss, her mother: Pam Stengel, her brother: Patrick Stengel, nephew: Ethan Stengel, many friends, and the countless students whose lives she impacted...
Robert Roy Schmidt, Sr.
Aug 7, 2025
Robert (Rob) Roy Schmidt, Sr., passed away peacefully at his home in Winchester, Wisconsin, on August 7, 2025. Rob was born a “Dr. Kate baby” in Tomahawk, Wisconsin, on April 12, 1949, to Helen (McGlinn) and Roy Schmidt of Winchester. Rob joined his four older sisters, Judy, Janice, Sally, and Rosalae at home, later followed by his younger brother, Jack.
Rob...
Carol Jarvensivu
Aug 4, 2025
Carol J. Jarvensivu, 83, of River Road in Brantwood, passed away at her home on Monday, August 4, 2025. Carol was born December 30, 1941 in Tomahawk to Arthur and Veronica (Young) Crass. She married Jack N. Jarvensivu on July 20, 1963, also in Tomahawk. He passed away in 2013. Carol was a 1959 graduate of Tomahawk High School. She...
Gale Patricia Resech
Aug 3, 2025
Gale Patricia Resech, age 73 of Lac Du Flambeau,, WI passed away on Sunday, August 3 rd at her residence under the care of Compassus Hospice.
Gale Patricia Resech was born on January 16, 1952 to Lois (Jensen) and Henry Pernsteiner of Stetsonville, WI.
Gale was a devoted and loving wife of 55 years to John Patrick Resech.They were married on October...
Eleanore "Polly" Dvorak
Aug 3, 2025
Eleanore “Polly” Dvorak, age 90 ½ passed away on Sunday, August 3rd at Aspirus Regency House in Phillips, WI. Polly was born January 20, 1935 in Brantwood, WI the daughter of Rueben and Ellen (nee Kelland) Hauta. Polly attended Brantwood Elementary and Tripoli High School and studied 1 year at Minneapolis Business School. Louie and Polly were owners and operators...
Shirley A. Dittmer
Aug 1, 2025
Shirley Ann Dittmer, 74, of Tomahawk, WI, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025, at her home surrounded by loved ones. Shirley was born April 11, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Joseph and Ann (Frederick) Legan. She was united in marriage to Thomas Dittmer on September 11, 1996, in Tomahawk, and he preceded her in death on October 29,...
Immanuel Smith
Jul 30, 2025
Immanuel "Chi Sen" Smith, age 27 passed away on July 30th.
Traditional Native American Services will be held at the Multi-Purpose Building in Lac du Flambeau, WI on Saturday, August 2nd starting at 4:00 pm and continue to Sunday, August 3rd.
Van Doren Jolin
Jul 30, 2025
The Northwoods Has Lost a Legend: Van Jolin
The Northwoods has lost a true legend with the passing of Van Jolin—an extraordinary father and grandfather, and one of Wisconsin’s most respected and beloved fishing guides. Known across the region for his unmatched knowledge of the lakes, sharp wit, and warm, welcoming spirit, Van leaves behind a legacy of laughter, storytelling, and...
Ann Agnew
Jul 30, 2025
Ann Agnew, 93, of Tomahawk, WI passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at the Milestone Senior Living in Rhinelander. Ann was born October 2, 1931 in Rockford, Illinois the daughter of Ernest and Avis (Geiser) Westberg. She was united in marriage to Robert Agnew and he preceded her in death June 14, 1993. Surviving are her daughters, Carolyn Mella, Tomahawk,...
