Obituaries
Gladys M. Taves
Aug 11, 2016
Gladys M. Taves, 98, of W3970 County Highway D, Tomahawk, entered into her Lord’s welcoming arms Thursday, August 11, 2016 at Golden Living-Riverview where she had been a resident for a short time. Gladys was born on May 20, 1918 in Tomahawk to Edward and Ruth (Sawdy) Kaphaem. She was married to Harold A. Taves, Sr. on May 3, 1949...
Thomas Sparbel
Aug 11, 2016
Thomas A. Sparbel, age 52, of 523 S. Main Street, Waupaca, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, August 11, 2016 at his home. Tom was born on October 13, 1963 in Wausau to James and Rita (Riedel) Sparbel. He served his country in the United States Air Force from 1986 to 1990. Tom was currently working as a CNA at the Bethany...
Julie Marie Wood
Aug 11, 2016
Julie Marie Wood, age 71 of Lake Tomahawk, WI died on Thursday, August 11 at Ministry St. Mary’s Hospital in Rhinelander, WI. Julie was born on April 2, 1945 in Milwaukee, WI the daughter of Frederick and Ruth (nee Manthei) Haller. She graduated from Pius High School and worked at Neighborhood House in Milwaukee, WI for many years. She married...
Gary Lee Williams
Aug 7, 2016
GARY WILLIAMS Gary Lee Williams, 70, Phillips, died in the University of Wisconsin Hospital in Madison surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 7, 2016. He was born in Orange, California, on April 14, 1946, the son of Robert and Elinor Williams. He served his country in the United States Navy. He was married to Sharon Wheeler on June 29,...
Robert Jacob Gradinjan
Aug 6, 2016
ROBERT GRADINJAN Robert Jacob Gradinjan, 75, Town of Worcester, Phillips, died at his home on Saturday, August 6, 2016. He was born in the Town of Worcester on December 11, 1940, the son of Matt and Rose (Sand) Gradinjan Sr.. He was a 1958 graduate of the Phillips High School. Following high school, he attended Northcentral Technical Institute in Wausau...
Robert Edgar Scott
Aug 5, 2016
ROBERT EDGAR SCOTT Robert E. Scott, 58, Phillips, died on Friday, August 5, 2016, at the Flambeau Hospital, Park Falls. He was born on November 18, 1957, in Durand, WI. the son of Fred E. and Betty June (Joyner) Scott He spent his early life and schooling in Alma, WI., Following his education he was employed at various occupations including,...
Alice H. Kincheloe
Aug 5, 2016
Alice Kincheloe, 93, of Minocqua, Wisconsin, passed away at Milestone Senior Living, on Friday, August 5, 2016. Better known as “Kit” to her friends and family, she was born on October 3, 1922, in Baltimore, Maryland. She spent her school years there, and she fondly remembered the many months she spent at Camp Montrose in the Maryland countryside. She later...
Dennis R. Trapp
Aug 5, 2016
Dennis R. Trapp, age 72, lifelong resident of Arbor Vitae, WI passed away on Friday, August 5th at his home with his family by his side. Dennis was born on September 21, 1943 in Milwaukee, WI the son of Raymond and Mae (nee Harding) Trapp. Dennis attended AV-W Grade School, Lakeland Union High School and Houghton Tech for Sawyer school....
Dean Joseph Fritsche
Aug 5, 2016
Dean Joseph Fritsche, age 56 of Lake Tomahawk, WI died on Friday, August 5th at Clark County Rehab and Living Center in Owen, WI. Dean was born on September 5, 1959 in Nekoosa, WI the son of Joseph and Irene (nee Beckis) Fritsche. Dean graduated for UW-Stevens Point and married Sue Zimmerman on August 23, 1997. Dean was employed at...
Forrest G. Robinson
Aug 4, 2016
Forrest G. Robinson, PE, RLS, passed away surrounded by his family at his home on Trout Lake, WI on August 4, 2016 after his courageous battle with MDS and leukemia. He was born on July 19, 1927 in Edwardsville, IL to Marie Clayton and Robert Henry Robinson. Wonderful, precious husband and best friend of Mary, beloved father of Gary (Patty),...
Kenneth Mathew Holoubek
Aug 3, 2016
KENNETH HOLOUBEK Kenneth Mathew Holoubek, 61, Town of Hackett, Phillips, died at his home on Wednesday, August 3. He was born in Phillips on November 27, 1954. He was a 1973 graduate of the Phillips High School, and then attended and received an Associates Degree from North Central Technical Institute. He was employed by Peabody Testing as a Welding, Silo,...
William E. Korrer Sr.
Aug 2, 2016
William “Bill” Korrer, Sr., age 93, formerly of Minocqua, passed away unexpectedly August 2, 2016 at the Wisconsin Veterans Home in King. Bill was born on September 15, 1922, son of Grover and Grace (McDermott) Korrer of Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. Bill is survived by his sister, Ann Silber of Del Mar, California. Bill is also survived by seven children;...
Lorna Ann Nelson
Jul 31, 2016
LORNA ANN NELSON Lorna Ann ( Erickson) Nelson, 82, passed away on Sunday, July 31, 2016, at the Deerview Meadows Assisted Living in Medford. She was lovingly cared for by Audrey and her staff, Hope Hospice of Medford, and her family. She was born on November 24, 1933, to George and Hannah (Johnson) Ericksonin Kennan, WI,and was a 1951 Salutatorian...
Ken L. Kenworthy
Jul 30, 2016
Ken Kenworthy, age 79, of Tomahawk, passed away on July 30, 2016 at Golden Living – Riverview Nursing Home under the care of Asera Care Hospice. Ken was born on March 8, 1937 in Battle Creek, MI to Kenard & Joyce (Craig) Kenworthy. Ken served in the US Army from 1960 until his honorable discharge in 1963. He married Linda...
Florence P. Kenyon
Jul 28, 2016
Florence P. “Flo” Kenyon, 84, of W3539 County Road D, Tomahawk, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2016 at Golden Living-Riverview under the care of Asera Care Hospice. Florence was born August 28, 1931 in Racine, Wisconsin to Romaine and Mary (Defattee) Gister. She married Neal Kenyon on June 11, 1997 in Merrill. He survives. Flo had lived much of her...
Bernard J Opichka
Jul 27, 2016
Bernard “B.J.” Opichka, age 70 of St. Germain, WI was received by his Lord into eternal life under the care of Ministry Dr. Kate Hospice at his residence on Wednesday, July 27th. B.J. was born on June 14, 1946 in Wausau, WI the son of Clarence and Genevieve (nee Stencil) Opichka. He entered the United States Marine Corps in 1963...
Edith Martha Denny
Jul 27, 2016
EDITH DENNY Edith Martha Denny, 96, died in Saint Clare’s Hospital in Weston on Wednesday, July 27. She was born in Catawba, Wisconsin, on April 24, 1920, the daughter of Adam and Elizabeth Raab. She was married to Richard Denny in Valparaiso, Indiana, on February 19, 1940. She was an active member of Saint John Lutheran Church of Phillips, served...
Ralph Ellis Ossmann
Jul 27, 2016
RALPH E. OSSMANN Ralph E. Ossmann, 71, died on Wednesday, July 27, 2016, at the Aspirus Pleasant View Nursing Home under the loving care of the nursing home staff and the Flambeau Home Health Care and Hospice. Ralph was born on June 27, 1945, in Madison, Wi., the son of Sidney and Leona (Ellis) Nelson. Ralph was born in Madison...
Martin E. Voigt
Jul 24, 2016
Martin E. Voigt, age 50, of Tomahawk, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at Flambeau Hospital in Park Falls. Martin was born on February 4, 1966 in Minneapolis, MN to Ronald & Phylis Voigt. He was a jack of all trades and was always willing to help others. He was an amazing local musician; having played countless evenings...
Werner Humann
Jul 24, 2016
Werner Humann, age 55 of Manitowish Waters, WI died on Sunday, July 24, 2016 at his residence. Werner was born on August 22, 1960 in Ohio. Werner served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He married Margaret Coan on June 12, 2012. Werner retired from American Airlines in 2015. He is survived by his wife, Margaret and Children:...
