Michelle Marie Durkee

Michelle “Shelly” Durkee, age 56, of Tomahawk, WI, unexpectedly passed away on January 14, 2025. Shelly was born on October 7, 1968, in Wausau, WI, and spent much of her life in the Tomahawk area where she found joy in nature and time spent with family.

Shelly had a deep love for the outdoors, particularly fishing, four-wheeling, hunting, gardening and camping, which brought her great peace and happiness. Shelly’s sense of adventure, kindness, and infectious smile will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Shelly is survived by her mother, Darlene Durkee-Laabs; her sister, Brenda (Jeff) Wozniak; her nephews, Nathan (Abby) Kuehl and Hunter Kuehl; her great niece, Madalyn Kuehl; her foster sister, Kathy Straub and many other aunts, uncles and cousins. Shelly’s memory will be cherished by her family and friends. Shelly is preceded in death by her father.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 21st from 9am-11am at Northwoods Vineyard in Tomahawk with a service to follow from 11am-12pm. The burial will take place at Greenwood Cemetery following the service. A luncheon will be held at Northwood Vineyard after the burial.

Online condolences for the family may be directed to www.nimsgernfuneral.com

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