Obituaries

Apr 20, 2021

Brian R. Turner, age 48, of Gleason, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, April 20, 2021.  He was born on October 25, 1972 in Libertyville, WI.

Brian enjoyed spending time with his son, Gavin, whether it was hunting, fishing or just enjoying nature.  He loved the good food and visiting at the family get togethers,...

Apr 15, 2021

Judy Ann Sukow went home to be with her Lord and Savior on April 15, 2021.  She was born on March 28, 1945, to the late James and Anna (Lunde) Kellar in Merrill, WI.  On September 29, 1962, she married David Sukow.  Together they raised three children: Daniel, Derrick and Diana.

She graduated from Merrill Senior High...

Apr 10, 2021

Timothy ‘Tim’ N. Kramer, age 56, of Gleason, passed away on Saturday, April 10th, 2021 at the Marshfield Hospital in Weston, with his loving family by his side.  He was born on January 19, 1965 to Neil and Robbie (Barnes) Kramer in Zion, IL.  Tim attended the Antigo High School.  He met and married his soul mate, Cami Wiedeman,...

Apr 3, 2021

Lauri Anne Gatterman, 58 of Tracy, CA passed away on April 3, 2021 following a courageous battle with cancer. Lauri was born in Merrill, WI, November 1, 1962, the daughter of Helen and Clifford Gatterman of Merrill.  She graduated as Valedictorian from Merrill Senior High School in 1980 and received a Bachelor of Science Degrees in both Mathematics and...

Apr 2, 2021

Stephanie Ann Yonke-Boehm passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 2nd, 2021.

She had just celebrated her 35th birthday on March 27th, 2021.

Stephanie loved having a busy life that revolved around her family and friends, but her boys were her pride and joy, Dayton Kottke (age 8) and Kayson Boehm (age 6), along with her...

Mar 29, 2021

Glen Richard Jones, age 52, of Rockford, Illinois, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, March 29, 2021 at his home.  He was born on February 2, 1969 to Jack and Beatrice (Fellows) Jones in Burlington, WI.

Glen was a very hardworking and determined man.  He was a loving dad and a great provider for his...

Mar 28, 2021

Joshua ‘Josh’ Wendt, age 41, of Merrill, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 28, 2021.  He was born on February 2, 1980 to John and Teresa (Slewitzke) Wendt in Merrill.  He attended Merrill High School.  Josh was currently employed at Gruett Appliance in Merrill as an appliance installer and repairman.

Above all, Josh loved his family, especially...

Mar 27, 2021

Martha Jane Johnson, age 72, of Merrill, passed away on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at her home, while surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Compassus Hospice.  She was born on July 15, 1948 to the late Mary Ann Young in Merrill.   Martha met the love of her life, Thomas Johnson, and the two exchanged marriage...

Mar 21, 2021

Bruce Edward Hein, age 59, of Merrill, left this world suddenly and went to be with his Heavenly Father on March 21, 2021.

Bruce was born on March 27, 1961, in Clintonville. After graduating Culinary school, Bruce went on to be a chef, and his passion for adventure took him across the United States working as a...

Mar 20, 2021

Leo “Tom” Mucha, age 70, passed away peacefully on March 20, 2021 at Pine Crest Nursing Home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice. He was born May 29, 1950 in Wausau to the late Leo J. and Diane (Dvorak) Mucha. On September 16, 1972, he married the love of his life, LuAnn Felzkowski, in Rothschild, WI....

Mar 17, 2021

John ‘Jack’ Timothy Crowley, 90, of Merrill, died on Wednesday, March 17, 2021, at Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital in Merrill. He was accompanied by his family when he passed. Jack was born on May 19, 1930 to Dr. William T. and Grace M. (Doran) Crowley in Milwaukee, WI. Jack graduated from Pius Xl High School in Milwaukee and went...

Mar 13, 2021

Glenn William Frank, age 78, of Merrill, entered into eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, March 13, 2021 at the Ascension Good Samaritan Hospital in Merrill, with his loving family by his side.  He was born on September 23, 1942 to the late William and Catherine (Behrens) Frank in Des Plaines, IL.  He earned his bachelor’s...

Mar 8, 2021

Rev. Dale G. Kuck, age 90, of Merrill, Wisconsin, entered into eternal life on Monday, March 8, 2021, in Grafton, Wisconsin. One of the most selfless and generous men you could ever meet; he was a model husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend, and community leader.

Dale was born on December 28, 1930, in New Knoxville, Ohio,...

Mar 4, 2021

Janet R. Bares, age 94, of Merrill, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, while under the care of the Bell Tower staff and Compassus Hospice.  She was born on May 31, 1926 to the late Joseph and Susan (Ries) Ott in Belgium, WI.  Janet attended and graduated from Port Washington...

Feb 28, 2021

Raymond Lloyd Gilson “Hoot”, age 90, of Merrill, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 28, 2021 in Merrill, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  He was born on December 16, 1930 to the late Raymond A. and Marie R. (Zimmerman) Gilson in Merrill.  Ray graduated from Merrill High School with the class of 1950. ...

Feb 22, 2021

Gordon “Gordy” Valentine Fletcher, age 83, of Gleason, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Monday, February 22, 2021.  He was born on February 14, 1938 (the origin of his middle name) to the late Fay and Gralda (Luedtke) Fletcher in Weston, WI.  Gordy attended and graduated from DC Everest High School with the class of...

Feb 20, 2021

Roger Earl Schmoldt, age 81, of Merrill, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, February 20, 2021.  He was born on March 4, 1939 to the late Erich and Lillian (Radtke) Schmoldt at their home in Fremont, WI.  Roger went to grade school in Fremont, and later to Weyauwega High School, where he was a star basketball player. ...

Feb 19, 2021

Hans Breitenmoser Sr., age 82, of the town of Scott, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, February 19, 2021 in the loving company of his family. He was born on October 31, 1938 to the late Hans and Julia (Wilde) Breitenmoser in Krinau, Switzerland. Hans graduated from high school, served in the Swiss Army, and was a tenor...

Feb 17, 2021

Howard Hall, 86Former Texas resident Howard M. Hall, 85, died Dec. 23, 2005, at his home in Houston, Texas.At his request, no service will be held.Mr. Hall was born May. 30, 1920, in Sacramento, Calif., to Salvatore and Elle Hall.Howard could accomplish anything he set his mind to do. At a very early age, he built a wagon to push...

Feb 17, 2021

Dorothy M. Kanitz, 94, passed away in peace on Wednesday, February 17th due to on going medical issues related to Parkinson's disease. Born on July 14,1926 to the late Katherine (Bloechl) and Harry Doering, Dorothy grew up and lived in the Merrill area all of her life. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Marvin, her brothers...