OBITUARIES
Mary Holt
Mary Holt, 72, passed away on November 2, 2025 in Minocqua. Born in Marshfield to immigrant parents shortly after they arrived in the U.S., English was the third of five languages she learned. She also learned to read music at a young age and was a gifted musician who played …
Gordon Hugh Scifres “Gordy”
Gordon Hugh Scifres “Gordy,” 86 of Springstead and Manitowish Waters, was gathered to his father’s and family to rest with his days being fulfilled on Shabbat, Saturday, October 25, 2025 in Pensacola, Fla. Passing on peacefully mid-afternoon during sleep with no pain and many prayers, finally ending his battle with …
John H. “Jack” Klopatek
John H. “Jack” Klopatek, 93, of Mercer, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. John was born on May 3, 1932, in Milwaukee, the son of John F. and Veronica (Herman) Klopatek. He was a graduate of Pulaski High School in Milwaukee and …
Richard William Fitzpatrick
Richard William Fitzpatrick, 78, passed away peacefully on Oct. 20, 2025, in Green Valley, Ariz., with his wife, Sally, at his side. He was born in 1947 in Lincoln, Neb., the son of Sylvia and William Fitzpatrick. He graduated from Glenwood, Iowa High School in 1965, and went on to …
Jennifer (Selzer) Melton
Jennifer (Selzer) Melton, 51 of Arbor Vitae, passed away on October 8, 2025 at Marshfield Medical Center. She was born on June 21, 1974 and grew up in Northbrook, Ill. She married David Melton on September 11, 2004 and moved to Arbor Vitae.
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The Reverend William Radant aka “Father Bill”
The Reverend William Radant aka “Father Bill” passed away October 24, 2025. He was born July 27, 1930 in Oklahoma City. He graduated from the University of Michigan with a masters degree in music, clarinet was his instrument.
Harry Webb Southwick Jr.
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Harry Webb Southwick Jr, 81, of St. Germain, who died peacefully in his home on October 24, 2025 with his wife and daughters by his side.
Tommy “Tom” Moats
If heaven has a garage, a snowmobile trail, or something that needs fixing, you can bet Tom is already there — sleeves rolled up, callused hands at work.
Albert Ames
Albert Ames passed away at his home on October 21, 2025, at the age of 95. Albert was born and raised in LaPorte, Ind., He had two brothers and one sister, all of whom have passed. After high school, Al worked in retail in Illinois and taught in a technical …
Theodore Joseph Russell III
Theodore Joseph Russell III, 83, died peacefully October 26 at the Seasons of Life Hospice in Woodruff, following a rich life filled with family, friends, faith and service.
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Edward Raymond Monroe
Edward Raymond Monroe, age 88, passed away peacefully in his home on October 25, 2025. During these later years of his life, he was so grateful to all the people that helped him and was so thankful for their kindness.
Jack E. Mellenthin
One last cast with the musky lure, now Jack is going home. Jack E. Mellenthin, 97, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, of natural causes at the Marshfield Medical Center in Minocqua. Jack had enjoyed a long, peaceful retirement living in his Northwoods home with his wife Audie Mellenthin …
Monique “Nikki” Smitala
Monique “Nikki” Smitala passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, surrounded by love, leaving a legacy of service, wisdom, and kindness.
Bruce G. Anderson
Bruce G. Anderson unexpectedly left this world on October 21. Bruce was born in Cook County, Ill. on March 10, 1952 to Richard and Dorothy Anderson. The family moved to Peshtigo, and he graduated from Peshtigo High School with the class of 1970.
Dorothea W. Koeshall
Dorothea W. Koeshall, 89, of Woodruff, passed away October 16, 2025, at Seasons of Life Hospice House. She is now at peace, dancing in heaven with her husband Jerry, who she missed so dearly, and embraced by her daughter Yvonne, who preceded her in death.
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