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David H. Drumm
David H. Drumm, 86, of Minocqua, passed away at his home on March 12, 2026, with his family at his side. Dave was born in Manitowoc, on January 9, 1940 to Henry and Margaret Drumm. He enjoyed car racing and football.
David “Dave” LaFave
David “Dave” LaFave, 69, of Arbor Vitae, passed away at home unexpectedly on March 9, 2026. Born on November 8, 1956, in Wausau, to the late Lucille (Prince) and Raymond LaFave. Dave lived a life filled with love, laughter, and deep connection to the outdoors.
Gene “Genie” Marie Geiger
Gene “Genie” Marie Geiger, 80 of Woodruff, passed away on Saturday, March 14 at her residence with her family by her side. Genie was born on August 17, 1945 in Milwaukee, the daughter of Ward and Bernice (nee Baumgartner) Zimmer. She graduated from Messmer High School in Milwaukee and married …
Dr. John A. Kozisek
Dr. John A. Kozisek died unexpectedly on February 23, 2026, from a traumatic head injury. He was born in Chicago and grew up in Downers Grove, Ill. He attended Benet Academy for high school and then St. Procopius College (now called Benedictine University). After college he attended St. Louis University …
Rose Marie Bolopue
Rose Marie Bolopue, 71, of Minocqua, passed away on March 10, 2026. She is survived by her daughter, Rebecca; sisters, Kathy Churkey (Bill), Tammy Ott (Barry), Linda Tremelling (Jon), Nancy Fredrickson, Michelle Parmelee (Caner); many nieces and nephews; and a great-niece and great-nephew. Rose was preceded in death by her …
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Daryll A. Behnke
Daryll A. Behnke, 62, of Winchester, passed away on March 11, 2026. Daryll was born on November 22, 1963 in Milwaukee, to Ralph and Marie Behnke. He was a hardworking man who dedicated much of his life to serving others. He spent many years working as a school bus driver …
Kristi Ann Kent
Kristi Ann Kent (nee Zillmer), 80, passed away on March 1, 2026 in Fredericksburg, Texas. Kristi was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend.
Marian E. Bloch
Marian E. Bloch was born on October 7, 1932 in Brownsville, the daughter of Richard and Elsie Ehrhardt Bloch. She entered her eternal home on February 9, 2026. She graduated from Mayville High School and worked at her father’s grocery market in Brownsville for several decades and at William’s Cleaners …
David Michael Butkus
David Michael Butkus, 65 of Minocqua, passed away on Sunday, March 1, at his residence. Dave was born November 27, 1960 in Chicago, the son of Ronald and Donna (nee Reilly) Butkus. Dave married to Lori Stange on October 2, 1999.
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Randall “Randy” Gene Bernau
Randall “Randy” Gene Bernau, 73, of Hazelhurst, died February 24, 2026. Randy was born in Elkhorn on July 6, 1952 to Eugene and Avis (nee Pruefert) Bernau and grew up in Caldwell, a very small town in Racine County. Randy described the town as being so small it only had …
David “Dave” Allen LaFrenier
David “Dave” Allen LaFrenier of McFarland, died on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 75. Cherished son of the late John “Jack” and Norma LaFrenier; devoted father of Bradley (Melanie) LaFrenier, and Adam LaFrenier; loving grandfather of Justin, Alexis, Andrew, Sebastian, Kaitlin, Abryelle, Kensington and Dakota; dear brother …
Cecile Semrau
Cecile Semrau, 78, passed away surrounded by family at home on Tuesday February 3, 2026. She was born on June 25, 1947 in Stoughton to Cecil and Eleanor Seely. She lived most of her life in the Janesville and Edgerton areas.
Sharon R. Samuelson
Sharon R. Samuelson, 87, of Lake Tomahawk, passed away on Thursday, February 19 at her residence with her family by her side. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Diana Lynn "Miskwanibaagiizis Mashki` ikwe" Graveen
Diana Lynn “Miskwanibaagiizis Mashki` ikwe” Graveen, age 33, a resident of Lac du Flambeau, died Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at her home. She was born August 10, 1992, in Woodruff, to parents Henrietta Wayman and Clarence Graveen. She graduated from Lakeland Union High School.
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