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Willis D. Gorsegner

Willis D. Gorsegner

Dec 21, 2024

Willis Gorsegner, 81, of Bruce, passed away peacefully at home on December 21, 2024, surrounded by his family.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years Eleanor and two sons Kenneth (Cynthia), Kurtis (Lori), and one daughter Lisa (Brian Gudis), a brother Barry, five grandchildren, Kenny (Katherine), Grant (Krystal), Megan (Kyle) Anger, Melissa (Brandon) Roach, and...

Anthony "Tony" Hauser

Anthony "Tony" Hauser

Dec 20, 2024

Anthony "Tony" Hauser, 79 of Tony, WI died on Friday, December 20, 2024 at his home.

He is survived by: His wife: Julie Children: Jon & Heather Hauser – South Bend, IN, Mary Senoo – Schaumburg, IL, Jennifer Hauser & Jeff Corley – Downers Grove, IL, Matt & Heather Hauser – New Richmond, WI, Christa Luebke –...

Luella J. Flater

Luella J. Flater

Dec 20, 2024

Luella Jean (Gygi) Flater, 92, of Ladysmith passed away on Friday, December 20, 2024 at Care & Rehab -Ladysmith.

Luella is survived by sister Sandy Schoonover of Wisconsin Rapids, her children Bill (Marybeth) of Naperville, Illinois, Steven (Leslie) of Redlands, California, Dennis (Deb) of Ladysmith, Doug (Marsha) of Eau Claire, Sharon (Steve) Hauser of Gilman and Staci...

Gloria G. Kostka

Gloria G. Kostka

Dec 17, 2024

Gloria G. Kostka passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Dove Healthcare in St. Croix Falls, WI.

Gloria is survived by her son Gary (Dagmar) Kostka of St. Croix Falls, WI; son David (Janet) Kostka of Sun Prairie, WI; daughter Diane Kane of Amery, WI; son-in-law Don Szozda of Weyerhaeuser, WI; grandchildren Zachary Kostka, Kelly Swartos,...

Shawn D Hamp

Shawn D Hamp

Dec 16, 2024

Shawn D. Hamp, 57 of Sheldon, WI died Monday, December 16th at his home.

He is survived by two brothers: Donald Lee & Paula Hamp, Jr., of Sheldon and Michael P. & Sandra Hamp of Hartland, WI, many nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends.

Shawn was preceded in death by his parents: Donald Lee &...

Lloyd A. Edming

Lloyd A. Edming

Dec 15, 2024

Lloyd Arnold Edming, 93 of Tomahawk, and formerly of Glen Flora, died peacefully on Sunday, December 15, 2024.

He is survived by his children, Carol (Jim) Simmons of Bremerton, WA, Diane Balow of Poinciana, FL, David (Tammy) Edming of Rice Lake and Christine (Roy) Boushon of Phillips. He has three granddaughters, Anita Farrar, Lindsey Bryant and Ashley...

Sharon D. Schlieger

Sharon D. Schlieger

Dec 13, 2024

Sharon Diane Schlieger, 81 of Ladysmith, died on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Care & Rehab - Ladysmith surrounded by loved ones.

Sharon is survived by her children, Dawn Marie (Bob) Meyers of Lake Geneva, Sharlene Denise (Bert) McPherson of Tony, William Joseph (Kim) Schlieger of Darien, Victoria Lynn (Guy) Zehner of Ladysmith and Sandra Kay (Jim)...

Kevin J. Witkiewicz Sr.

Kevin J. Witkiewicz Sr.

Dec 12, 2024

Kevin John Witkiewicz Sr., 63, of Bruce passed away on December 12, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield surrounded by his family.

Kevin is survived by his wife Debra Witkiewicz, his daughter Amanda (John) Weinert of Bruce, his son Kevin Witkiewicz Jr. of Bruce, his grandchildren Caleb Johnson, Arietta Weinert, and Adeline Weinert, a special nephew...

Ethel D. Scheps

Ethel D. Scheps

Dec 11, 2024

Ethel D. Scheps, 89 of Cornell, died following a 2-week illness from complications of heart failure on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield.

Ethel is survived by 3 sons; Steve (Debra) Scheps of Ripon, Sherman (Brenda) Scheps of Lapeer, MI and Robert (Ameleo Manuel) Scheps of Loganville, GA, 1 daughter; Susan Bednarczyk of...

Matthew Stassel

Matthew Stassel

Dec 10, 2024

Matthew Stassel, age 80, passed away on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from kidney and heart failure at Care & Rehab-Ladysmith.

Matt was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Norma (Davenport) Stassel of Sheldon and his Sisters Vera Caneff of Chippewa Falls and Sally Lokker from Sheldon.

He is survived by his Sister Lorraine...

Lawrence "Beaver" Dernovsek

Lawrence "Beaver" Dernovsek

Dec 5, 2024

Lawrence "Beaver" Patrick Dernovsek, age 61, passed away on Thursday, December 5th, 2024, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau due to unforeseen circumstances, with his children and the love of his life, Kathryn, by his side.

He is survived by his four children: Scott (Seara) Dernovsek of Chippewa Falls, WI, Desiree (Travis) Dernovsek of Black Creek, WI, Shannon...

Dr. Erik A. Ostenso

Dr. Erik A. Ostenso

Nov 30, 2024

On Saturday, November 30, 2024, Dr. Erik Andrew Ostenso entered heaven, embraced by his mother, father, and brother Ned. He died suddenly of a heart attack while driving home from his family's Thanksgiving celebration.

Erik is survived by his wife Chrysa; children Richard (Erica), Calista (Patrick Sullivan), Victoria (Tom Guidice), and Andrea (Evan Okun), and four grandsons...

Michael "Mike" Schultz

Michael "Mike" Schultz

Nov 29, 2024

Michael C. "Mike" Schultz, 68 of Tony, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2024 at Crossroad Care Center in Weyauwega, WI from health complications.

Survivors include his wife Janice, 1 daughter; Shauna (John Pratt) Schultz, 5 grandchildren; Deeanna, Jessica, Austin, Jesse and Alyssa, 2 brothers; Robert Schultz, Jr. and Rick (Paula) Schultz, 2 sisters; Cindy (Larry) Rackow...

Matthew J. Wajda

Matthew J. Wajda

Nov 27, 2024

Matthew J. Wajda, 36 of Chippewa Falls, died on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health System - Eau Claire following injuries from an automobile accident in Chippewa Falls.

He is survived by his wife Anna of Chippewa Falls, 2 daughters; Maevery and Layseana Wajda, parents; George & Denise Wajda of Hawkins, 2 brothers; Christopher &...

Jack Christman

Jack Christman

Nov 25, 2024

Jack Christman, 88 of Bruce, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2024 at Care & Rehab - Ladysmith.

He is survived by his wife, Carrol; his son Norbert (Mary) Christman of Ladysmith; his grandchildren, Cassie and Trevor; his great-grandchildren, Tyler, Nathan, Bryce, Ashton and Keyleona; his sister, Yvonne Root and many nieces and nephews.

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Leroy J. Smrstick

Leroy J. Smrstick

Nov 11, 2024

LeRoy J. Smrstick, 94 of Ladysmith, died on Monday, November 11, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center - Marshfield.

He is survived by his wife Marlene, son Randy (Cindy), daughter Luane (late husband, Bob) Hirschkorn, son Kevin (Gail), 7 grandchildren; Jennifer, Stacy, Loree, Tim, Kristin, Amanda and Jared and 10 great-grandchildren; Kylie, Makenzie, Cayden, Tyler, Trevor, Sage, Austin,...

Donald W. Zimmer

Donald W. Zimmer

Nov 8, 2024

Donald W. Zimmer, 85, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024, at Care & Rehab – Ladysmith.

Don is survived by his sons, Christopher (Linda) Zimmer of Glen Flora, WI, Dirk (Lori) Zimmer of Racine, WI, Geoffrey (Kim Cummings) Zimmer of Ladysmith, WI; grandchildren, Nicole (Elias) Pacheco, Cassie (Abraham) Cruz, Victoria, Elizabeth (Nicholas) Raymond, Katie, Christine and...

Walter "Dick" Grunewald, Jr.

Walter "Dick" Grunewald, Jr.

Nov 5, 2024

In loving memory of Walter Richard "Dick" Grunewald Jr., who was called home on November 5, 2024, in Bruce, WI. He was 85 years old.

Walter is survived by his children, Michael Grunewald (Brenda) of Martinsburg, WV; David Grunewald (Lori Walters) of Peshtigo, WI; Kenneth Grunewald (Kimberley) of Bruce, WI; Steven Grunewald (Janel) of Friendship, WI; and...

Allen F. Ruff

Allen F. Ruff

Nov 4, 2024

Allen Frank Ruff, 89 of Ladysmith, died Saturday, November 2, 2024 at Vita Care Living.

Allen is survived by his sons: Ed and Vince, daughters: Diana, Cheryl, Paula, Marla and Carla, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brother: Dave and sisters: Rita and Norma.

He is preceded in death by his parents: Frank and Belldina, his wife:...

Jeremiah C. Rutherford

Jeremiah C. Rutherford

Nov 3, 2024

Jeremiah Colter Rutherford died Sunday, November 3, 2024 with his parents at his side.

He is survived by his parents Frank and Sandy Rutherford, his aunts, uncles and cousins, and many, many, friends.

His parents and friends will be holding a celebration of life next summer so they can do what he loves.

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