OBITUARIES
Barbara Jean Nichol Murzyn
Barbara Jean Nichol Murzyn, a retired speech pathologist and Minocqua native, died peacefully at Prairie Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Chicago Heights, Ill., on May 2, 2026. She was 92 years old.
Michael “Mikey” Burrell
Michael “Mikey” Burrell, of Arbor Vitae, 79 passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Season’s of Life Hospice house in Woodruff with his children and a grandson by his side. Mike was born on January 14, 1947, in Milwaukee, where he spent his childhood to high school years.
Stanley August Semmerling
Stanley August Semmerling, of Minocqua, passed away on June 3, 2026. Born on February 13, 1937, in Chicago, he was the son of Stanley Lawrence Semmerling and Gladys Carrie Bell. Upon graduation from Minocqua High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and proudly served from 1955 to 1959.
Winifred “Winnie” Louise Sievert
An indomitable spirit of the Northwoods has taken flight. Winifred (Winnie) Louise Sievert (nee Wilke) born August 5, 1930, passed away peacefully at home on April 20, 2026 with some of her family by her side and all of her family holding her in their hearts and prayers. She has …
William George Zahn
William George Zahn, 84, of Fifield, passed away on May 20, 2026. He was born on December 2, 1941, to the late William and Hazel Zahn.
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Gilbert “Skip” Tosch
Skip passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and sons. Skip was born in Chicago. His parents were Gilbert and Mary Tosch. He met the love of his life in Lynn Ruark. They were married June 13, 1964. Skip is survived by his wife, two sons, five grandchildren, and nine …
Judith Rose Nordlof
Judith Rose Nordlof, 86, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026 at MercyHealth Hospital and Medical Center in Lake Geneva. She was born in Beloit, on October 2, 1939 to Walter and Lady (Blair) Nichols. Judith graduated from Beloit High School. She was united in marriage to Ronald Duane Nordlof …
Jean M. Leske Gillette
Jean M. Leske Gillette, 82, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Agrace Hospice Care. A funeral service will be held at Gunderson East Funeral and Cremation Care, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11:15 a.m. on Monday, June 15. Burial will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation …
William “Bill” John Gitzlaff
William “Bill” John Gitzlaff, 74 of Minocqua, passed away peacefully due to complications of ALS with his wife and daughter by his side on Friday, May 29 at Howard Young Medical Center. Bill was born on August 30, 1951 in Racine, the son of Arnold and Lois (nee Helding) Gitzlaff. …
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David Joseph Medendorp
David Joseph Medendorp, 65, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026, at his home with family by his side. Born March 18, 1961, to Peter and Virginia (nee: Ganzel) Medendorp. He attended Washington Park High School in Racine, and he spent his career with Fall River Manufacturing as vice …
Brian Patrick Jennings
Brian Patrick Jennings, 70, passed away at home on Saturday, May 23, 2026, following a brief illness. He was born on February 4, 1956, in Wisconsin Rapids, to Dr. Thomas “Tim” and Joan (Wicker) Jennings.
John Joseph Nimsgern
John J. Nimsgern, age 59 of Menomonie, and formerly of Minocqua, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 23 in Las Vegas doing what he loved, playing the slot machines. Visitation for John will be held on Sunday, May 31 from noon to 4 p.m. at Olson Funeral Home, 615 Wilson …
Stanley Hugh Hartline
Stanley Hugh Hartline, 91, of Woodruff, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026 at the Seasons of Life Hospice House of Woodruff. Stan was born on Sept. 4, 1934 to Blanche and Harold Hartline at the Doolittle Glynn Hospital in Lancaster. Music was embedded in Stan’s upbringing through both of …
Thomas John Richards Jr.
Thomas (Toby) John Richards, Jr., 71, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, at his home in Tucson, Ariz., with his devoted wife, Margaret (Margie) by his side, following a courageous battle with brain cancer. Toby and Margie celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on October 4, 2025 — a milestone …
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