Obituaries
Dean Dvorak
Dec 31, 2022
Dean Dvorak, 58, of Brantwood, WI, passed away unexpectedly on December 31, 2022. Dean was born in Milwaukee, WI, on May 12, 1964, to Kenneth and Susan (Hafer) Dvorak.
He grew up in Brantwood and enjoyed hunting and fishing and passing these pastimes onto his children. He worked 20 years at Daigle Brother's Inc, in Tomahawk.
Dean is survived by his children,...
Mary Ann Lenaas
Dec 29, 2022
Mary A. Lenaas passed away December 29, 2022 at her home in Manitowish Waters, WI. She was born in Janesville, WI, and after graduating from Joseph A. Craig High School earned her x-ray technician degree. She then stayed at home and raised her two children. Mary’s faith in Jesus was central to her life. She was a loving wife, mother,...
Raymond J. Knihtila
Dec 29, 2022
Raymond Knihtila, 66, of Phillips, passed away at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on Thursday, December 29, 2022. He was born to Reino and Alberta (LeFavor) Knihtila on July 7, 1956 in Duluth, Minnesota.
He graduated from Duluth Central High School and then attended the University of Wisconsin-Superior where he received his Bachelor's degree in Music Education. He taught music for 34 years...
Steven Reynolds
Dec 28, 2022
Steven Reynolds, 64, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on December 28, 2022, in Medford. He was born to Jerome and Mary-Ann (Schopper) Reynolds on February 24, 1958, in Marshfield, WI.
He graduated from Colby High School then joined the workforce at a young age. He was employed at Hadley Office Supplies for nearly a decade before going...
Donna L. Schultz
Dec 27, 2022
Donna Schultz, age 91, passed away on December 27, 2022, at Marshfield Hospital in Minocqua, WI. She was born on October 15, 1931, to Ken and Selma Lucille Egerton in Algonquin, IL.
Donna attended and graduated from Dundee Community High. She worked at Frey-Hanchette Insurance Agency, retiring after 37 ½ years. Donna married Ronald Schultz in 1961. Together they lived in...
Elizabeth A King
Dec 26, 2022
Elizabeth A. King, 66, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022 at her residence. Arrangements are pending.
Kay LaMere
Dec 26, 2022
Kathleen “Kay” LaMere, 84, a lifelong resident of Tomahawk, passed away Monday, December 26, 2022 at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff. Kay was born January 11, 1938 in Tomahawk to Woodrow and Genevieve (Gruden) Steinhafel. She was married to David LaMere February 2, 1957 also in Tomahawk. Dave passed away in 2002. Kay attended Tomahawk Schools and then...
John Bant
Dec 25, 2022
On Christmas Day, 2022, John Bant went to his heavenly home to be with the Lord. John was born on February 7, 1941, in Evergreen Park, Illinois to John and Margaret (Pesko) Bant. His family moved to Prentice in 1946, where John grew up. He graduated from Prentice High School in 1959 and immediately joined the United States Army, proudly...
Gene Leroy Fiddyment
Dec 25, 2022
Gene Leroy Fiddyment, age 94, a resident of Lac du Flambeau, passed away on December 25, 2022. Our Dad decided he didn’t want to spend a second Christmas without the love of his life, so he went to join Mom early Christmas morning. Gene was born in Joliet, Illinois to Wilbur and Ann (nee Sebby) Fiddyment, and grew up in...
Mark Charles Goldsworthy
Dec 25, 2022
Mark C Goldsworthy was received into heaven on December 25, 2022, due to cancer. Mark was born to Charles and Elizabeth (Bette) Goldsworthy in July 1960. He was raised in Eagle River, Wisconsin, and raised all his 4 children in Northern Wisconsin. He was a proud United States Marine serving as security at multiple embassies and received the Good Conduct...
Dorothy Copiskey
Dec 24, 2022
Dorothy M. Copiskey, 89, passed away December 24, 2022 at Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital. Dorothy was born June 30, 1933 in Maddock, North Dakota to John and Mary (Shidler) Kottke. She was married to Arvin “Obo” Copiskey on August 31, 1957 in Tomahawk. Obo passed away in 2004. Dorothy was a faithful member of Grace Lutheran Church, where she belonged to...
Thomas Paul Reich
Dec 22, 2022
Thomas Reich, age 56, a resident of Rhinelander, WI, passed away on December 22, 2022 at his home. He was born March 15, 1966 to Eugene and Carole Reich.
A funeral service will be held at a later date.
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Marty Jones
Dec 21, 2022
E. Marty Jones, 67, of Tomahawk, passed away Wednesday, December 21, 2022 at Tomahawk Health Services. Marty was born March 17, 1955 in Tomahawk to Eugene and Harriette (Bergeson) Jones. He married Gail Grossich on August 21, 1990 in Madison. Marty graduated from Tomahawk High School in 1973 and later joined the US Air Force. He retired as a Senior...
George Blomberg
Dec 21, 2022
George Francis Blomberg, 82, of Ogema, WI, completed his earthly journey on December 21, 2022, at Aspirus Hospital of Wausau, WI.
George “Stub” was born April 16, 1940, in Ogema, WI, to the late George and Lillian Blomberg. He was the youngest of 14 children. George completed his high school education at Rib Lake High School in 1958. He spent two...
Barbara Lynn Sawle
Dec 20, 2022
Barbara Lynn Sawle, age 66 of Rhinelander and formerly of Hazelhurst, WI passed away on Tuesday, December 20th at Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital. Barb was born on March 17, 1956 in Madison, WI the daughter of Charles and Peggy (nee Rydberg) Sawle. She graduated from Stoughton High School and worked in customer service majority of her life, most recently at Trig’s...
Cathy Kurth
Dec 19, 2022
Catherine Kurth, age 65, of Tomahawk, passed away on December 19, 2022 at Riverview Health Services in Tomahawk. She was born March 11, 1957 in Hawkins, Wisconsin to Gerald and Dorothy Kurth, Sr. Cathy had worked as a CNA for many years at Riverview Terrace Nursing Home. She loved feeding and watching birds. Her most joy came from her grandchildren...
Brian D Copiskey
Dec 18, 2022
Brian D. Copiskey, age 64, of Tomahawk, passed away on December 18, 2022 at the VA Hospital in Iron Mountain, MI. Brian was born on August 18, 1958 in Tomahawk to Roland “Rollie” & Irene (Reich) Copiskey. He was a graduate of Tomahawk High School and served our country in the US Air Force. Brian is survived by his daughter...
Arthur G. Jossart Sr.
Dec 18, 2022
Arthur Jossart Sr., age 77 of Arbor Vitae, WI passed away quietly at his home on Sunday, December 18th. He was born August 9, 1945 the son of Stewart and Myrtle Jossart. Arthur was a hardworking man who loved hunting. He was a good friend to many and will be missed.
He leaves behind his loving wife Jacquelyn Jossart and his...
Mary Schlegel
Dec 16, 2022
Mary Schlegel was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, community volunteer and loving friend. She left this world on December 16 at the age of 77. She was born to Harry and Margaret Dalheimer on December 15, 1945, in Eau Claire, WI. She graduated from Regis High School in 1964. She married the love of her life, Roger Schlegel, on January...
Babiiwizidekaawe "He Leaves Tiny Foot Tracks" Dyami Braven Graveen-Wayman
Dec 16, 2022
Babiiwizidekaawe “He leaves tiny foot tracks” Dyami Braven Graveen-Wayman was born December 16, 2022 at 1:24pm and returned to the Great Creator at 1:33pm.
Dyami gave a lifetime of love during his short time on earth. He was in his mother’s arms for a moment but he will be in our hearts forever.
Dyami is survived by his parents Diana Graveen and...
