Obituaries

Sep 26, 2020

Kenneth “Kenny” G. Mazat, age 81 of Lac du Flambeau, WI died on Saturday, September 26th at his residence. Ken was born on April 18, 1939 in Chicago, IL the son of Gus and Loretta (nee Minko) Mazat. He graduated from Harrison Technical High School and was a Electrician with IBEW 134 local. Kenneth married Joan Pindak on September 7,...

Sep 26, 2020

Doris J. DeTrempe, age 95 of Minocqua, WI died on September 26th at Country Terrace in Minocqua,WI. Doris was born July 24, 1925 in Paterson, NJ the daughter of Amadeo and Angeline (nee Belfie) Venturini. Doris was a devoted mother and grandmother. Whenever the grandchildren would come by she would turn her home into a playground for them. She loved...

Sep 25, 2020

Sep 24, 2020

Brant Anton Loichinger, age 81 died Thursday, September 24, after a long fight with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born in Chicago on December 15, 1938 to Henry and Ida Mae Loichinger. Drafted into the Army in 1962, he married Karen Drefhall, who joined him stationed in Georgia. Brant leaves his wife; Karen and two sons; Brant Allen (Jeannie) and David...

Sep 23, 2020

James E. Luedtke, age 82 died on Wednesday, September 23rd at Lakeshore Assisted Living Center in Lac du Flambeau, WI. Jim was born on August 25, 1938 in Janesville, WI the son of Erwin and Marie Luedtke. He graduated from Janesville Craig High School and proudly served the United States Marine Corps. Jim worked for Wisconsin Power and Light for...

Sep 23, 2020

James E. Rehm, 79 of Minocqua, WI and a lifelong resident of the Lakeland area died on Wednesday, September 23rd at his residence. Jim was born on June 18, 1941 in Rhinelander, WI the son of Thomas and Evelyn (nee Elliott) Rehm. He graduated from Lakeland Union High School in 1959 and worked for Wisconsin Public Service for many years....

Sep 23, 2020

Virginia “Ginger” Davis of Lake Tomahawk, WI, 66, passed away on Wednesday, September 23, 2020 at her home. Born in Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Forest and Inez Davis, Royal Center, IN. Ginger graduated from Pioneer High School in Royal Center, IN; Cornell College in Mt Vernon, IA with a Bachelor of Science degree; and Indiana University...

Sep 22, 2020

James H. Bant, age 81 of Hazelhurst, WI died on Tuesday, September 22nd at his residence with his family by his side. James was born on October 1, 1938 in Evergreen Park, IL the son of John and Margaret (nee Pesko) Bant. He graduated from Prentice High School and served proudly in the United States Marine Corps from 1956 to...

Sep 19, 2020

Marvin Kenneth Lauritsen, age 90, died September 19, 2020 at Season’s of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, WI. He was born at home on August 27, 1930 to Jens and Mary Lauritsen. Jen’s, a Danish immigrant, owned a small farm in Mann Hollow in the Loess Hills west of Moorhead, Iowa. In 1951, he married Norma Jean Christensen, daughter of...

Sep 17, 2020

Carol J. Brown, age 76, of Tomahawk passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 17, 2020 as the result of a car accident. Carol was born on March 26, 1944 in Sturgeon Bay, WI to George & Vale (Ulbrich) Ferris. She was married to James J. Brown on June 27, 1964 in Sturgeon Bay. Carol & Jim lived in Mukwonago for...

Sep 16, 2020

Violet A. "Shirley" Anderson, 92, of Phillips, passed away surrounded by family on September 16, 2020, at Flambeau Hospital in Park Falls, WI. Violet was born on April 26, 1928, to Oscar and Minnie (Minks) Nerison in Tigerton, WI. She is survived by her children, Robert Anderson, Jr. and Karen Anderson; 5 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; many brothers and sisters. Violet...

Sep 15, 2020

Karen Olson, age 83, of Irma, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2020 under the care of Ministry Home Hospice. Karen was born on February 17, 1937 in Evanston, IL to Andrew & Rose (Jackel) Swanson. She was married to Axel Leonard Olson on February 13, 1960 in Evanston at Immanuel Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death in 2015....

Sep 15, 2020

Jean J. Bodenburg, 89, of Phillips, passed away on September 15, 2020, at Marshfield Clinic Medical Center, Marshfield, WI. Jean was born on January 22, 1931 to Rudolph and Anna (Gelatka) Choutka in Chicago, IL. They moved to Phillips in 1947 and she graduated from Phillips High School in 1948. She married Roland on September 30, 1950, and they raised...

Sep 11, 2020

Darlene Neuendorf (Ladovsa), 73 yeard old, of Kenosha. Born April 1, 1947. Children: Vernon “Chip” Nevoraski of Minocqua, Robert Nevoraski of Hazelhurst, and William Nevoraski of Williams Bay. Grandchildren: Pamala Kay (Ben) Reyes, Joshua Nevoraski-Klopack, Elijah Sharp-Nevoraski, Mason Nevoraski, Xavier Nevoraski, Jax Nevoraski, Nadia Nevoraski, Sophia Pierce, Ian Pierce, and Olivia Pierce. Great-grandchildren: Ramiro Reyes, Adriana Reyes, Analise Reyes, and...

Sep 10, 2020

Mary E. Johnson, 78, of Phillips, transitioned peacefully on the morning of Thursday, September 10, 2020, surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born November 22, 1941 in Chicago, IL, and married Charles A. Johnson, Jr., on May 6, 1961. Mary is preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Joseph and Pamela. Mary was a homemaker, an active member of...

Sep 7, 2020

Joseph DuPlayee, age 52, of Tomahawk, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Joe was born to Harmon & Delores (VanStrydonk) DuPlayee on December 30, 1967. He was a 1986 graduate of Tomahawk High School. Joe was an avid Vikings Fan. He loved snowmobiling, four-wheeling, listening to music and being with friends. Joe is survived by...

Sep 7, 2020

Donald R. Seamandel, age 94, of Tomahawk, passed away on Monday, September 7, 2020. Don was born February 5, 1926 in Milwaukee, WI to Gottlieb & Katherine Seamandel. He worked for Masterlock in Milwaukee before entering the US Navy. After his honorable discharge, Don worked for Burgmeier Carpet Service as an installer for over 35 years. Don moved to the...

Sep 7, 2020

Karen Jane (Webb) Schwartz, age 69 of St. Germain, WI died on Monday, September 7th at Riverview Health Services in Tomahawk, WI. Karen was born on June 25, 1951 in Milwaukee, WI the daughter of James and Mary Jane Webb. Karen graduated from Brookfield East High School in 1969 and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from University...

Sep 6, 2020

Patricia Ann Lietz, age 91, of Harrison, entered into eternal life at her home on September 6, 2020 surrounded by her family. Patricia Ann was born in Detroit, MI to Lawrence & Lucille (McDonald) Rassel in June of 1929. Her mother Lucille passed away when Patricia was 5 years old. She attended St. Mary’s boarding school in Munster, Ohio for...

Sep 6, 2020

Denise M. Kempen, 69, of Hawkins, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 6, 2020. Denise was born on February 28, 1951, to Andres and Grace (Hughes) Felix, in Phillips, WI. Her family lived in Prentice before moving to Catawba. She attended school and graduated from Phillips High School. Denise married David H. Kempen on January 17, 1970. They purchased a...