Obituaries

Oct 2, 2022

Kenneth M. Chamberlain, age 92, of Bancroft, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, October 2, 2022 at St. Michael’s Hospital in Stevens Point.

He was born September 9, 1930 in Waushara County, the son of Milton and Clara (Lorbiecki) Chamberlain. He married Patricia J. Franks on July 7, 1952 in New Jersey. She preceded Ken in death on...

Sep 24, 2022

Duane G. Robinson , age 81, of Bancroft, passed away Saturday afternoon, September 24, 2022, at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston with his wife, daughters, granddaughters, and others who loved him dearly by his side. Duane waited until everyone in the room had alone time with him before he left us.

He was born September...

Sep 23, 2022

Gregory K. “Greg” Gustin, age 58, of Neshkoro, passed away unexpectedly, Friday September 23, 2022.

He was born July 20, 1964 in Wautoma the son of Emmett and Beverly (Kliss) Gustin.  He married Dianne S. Neubauer on September 14, 2019.

Greg was a 1983 graduate of Wautoma High School. Greg owned the Granite...

Sep 22, 2022

Mary Teresa Miller, age 63, of Wautoma, formerly of Waupun, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly Thursday morning, September 22, 2022 at her home in Wautoma.

She was born February 4, 1959 in Ripon the daughter of Norman and Genevieve (Greenway) Priske.  She married Thomas J. Miller on September 23, 2004 in Las Vegas.

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Sep 21, 2022

Bruce L. Vossekuil, age 41, of Almond, passed away unexpectedly, September 21, 2022.  He was born March 6, 1981 in Wisconsin Rapids, the son of Leonard and Roberta (Martin) Vossekuil.

Bruce went to Tri-County School in Plainfield. He had a few factory jobs but his love was working on vehicles.  He enjoyed spending time with his family,...

Sep 20, 2022

Mark F. Kutschenreuter was a caring husband, father, grandfather, son and brother. He left this world September 20, 2022 at home in Wautoma, WI.

Son of Robert & Phyllis Kutschenreuter. Brother of Nancy Kutschenreuter and Drew Kutschenreuter' Beloved husband of Tammy Kutschenreuter of 33 years. Caring brother-in-law to Todd Ruppenthal. Loving dad of Kyle (Maria) Kutschenreuter and...

Sep 12, 2022

Philip Samuel Dobbertin, age 72, died peacefully on Monday, September 12, 2022, at Preston Place CBRF in Redgranite.

Philip was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on August 24, 1950. He was the second child of David and Elaine (Severson) Dobbertin. He spent his childhood on the family farm near Merton, Wisconsin, attending the Plainview Grade School and Arrowhead...

Sep 11, 2022

Sharon M. Montour, age 73, of Gillett, passed away unexpectedly, Sunday afternoon, September 11, 2022.

She was born May 18, 1949 in Burlington, the daughter of Billy and Rose (Cramer) Dix.  She married Michael Montour. He preceded her in death on May 18, 2022.

Sharon was raised in the Salem, Wisconsin area where she enjoyed...

Sep 3, 2022

April Ann LaShay-Vold, age 56,of Bancroft WI, passed away unexpectedly, September 3,2022.

She was born May 3,1966 in Stevens Point the daughter of Timothy Timmerman and Georgia Ann Taylor and the stepdaughter of Frank Johnny Taylor.She married William (Bill) J.Vold on November 2nd,2012.

April lived in the Bancroft her entire life.She attended  Tri-County Area High...

Sep 3, 2022

Carol L. Altreuter, age 57, of Wisconsin Rapids, died unexpectedly, Saturday, September 3, 2022 at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau.

She was born September 12, 1964 in Milwaukee the daughter of Audry and Verla (Leach) Phillips.  She married Alan D. Altreuter on May 1, 1993.

Carol was a graduate of Wisconsin Rapids High School. After graduation...

Sep 1, 2022

Jean M. Rhoda, age 81, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, September 1, 2022 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids.

She was born November 1, 1940 in Marshfield, the daughter of Orris and Ila (DeWitt) Sparks.

Jean grew up in the Plainfield area and was employed as a CNA for several years.

Sep 1, 2022

Michael L. Ludtke age 67, of Plainfield passed away peacefully on Thursday September 1, 2022, with his family by his side. He was born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI on September 4, 1954, to the late Earl and Karen (Vanderhei) Ludtke.

Michael joined the US Navy in March 1976. Where he served aboard a newly commissioned

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Aug 25, 2022

Dorothy Anna (nee Wallner) Helmrick, 88, passed away on August 25, 2022. She was born on September 12, 1933 in Plainfield, Wisconsin to Anthony and Gladys (Walker) Wallner. Dorothy dedicated her life to family, faith and education. She was always willing to participate in a project, board or committee to help make a difference in her church and community....

Aug 21, 2022

Tanner Thomas Ronald Lipke, age 25, of Plainfield passed away early Sunday morning, August 21, 2022 as a result of a motorcycle accident in the Town of Plainfield.

He was born February 22, 1997 to Michelle (Verdine) Lipke and Tony Lipke.

Tanner spent most of his short life in the Plainfield/Waushara County area....

Aug 18, 2022

Lorraine Barrington, passed away peacefully, August 18, 2022 at her home in Almond surrounded by her family.

She was born May 6, 1941 in Bancroft, the daughter of Ray and Dorothy Schwanke Evans. She married Allen Barrington on May 23, 1964. He preceded her in death on November 1, 2013.

Larraine spent most of her...

Aug 15, 2022

Craig A. Campbell, age 61, of Hancock, passed away peacefully, Monday evening, August 15, 2022 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids after a short illness. He was born October 2, 1960 in Bradfrod, PA., the son of Clair and Nina (Tuning) Campbell. He married Carol L. Larison on May 7, 1998. Craig grew up in New York and...

Aug 1, 2022

Phyllis J. Ahlstedt, age 88, of Wautoma, passed away Monday, August 1, 2022 at Silver Lake Manor in Wautoma.

She was born September 15, 1933 in Chicago, the daughter of Stephen and Beatrice S. (Koranda) Werlik. She married Kenneth Ahlstedt on July 21, 1956. He preceded her in death on December 2, 2018.

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Jul 21, 2022

Daniel Norman Kainz, of Coloma, WI, transitioned peacefully to heaven on July 21, 2022, after a short battle with cancer. His surviving children, Norman, Laura, Dianna and Jessica, were by his side allowing him to pass comfortably in his home per his wishes and honored his choice of privacy in his illness.

Born on May...

Jul 6, 2022

Dennis E. Brewer, age 71, of Hancock, formerly of Milwaukee, passed away Wednesday, July 6, 2022 at St. Michael Hospital in Stevens Point.

He was born August 3, 1950 in Oshkosh the son of Edward and Lillian (Stafford) Brewer.  He married Denise Sobieski on May 8, 1982 in Milwaukee.

Dennis was employed for several years...

Jul 1, 2022

Margot E. Richter, age 95, of Redgranite, passed away Friday, July 1, 2022 at Preston Place in Redgranite.

She was born December 3, 1926 in Hamm, Germany the daughter of Reinhold and Johanna (Hyblbauer) Zerbe. She married Wilhelm F. Richter on April 30., 1948 in Germany.  He preceded her in death on January 4, 1972....