The Obituary Section

Edwin S. Wipfli

, Wisconsin

Edwin S. Wipfli, age 100, of Vesper, WI, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, WI.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00am on Monday, April 6, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church in Vesper, WI. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30am until the time of service. Burial will follow at St. James Catholic Cemetery in Vesper.Edwin was born on May 15, 1925, in Altdorf, WI, to Anton and Emma (Schilter) Wipfli. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1951 to 1953 during the Korean War. On June 18, 1955, he married Dolores Jagodzinski at St. James Catholic Church.Edwin worked at the Port Edwards Paper Mill, dedicating 36 years of hard work. After retiring, he enjoyed working at Vesper Pallet Company (Woodruff’s) for over 20 years. Edwin found great joy working on his hobby farm, he took pride…

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Elaine H. Harrett

, Wisconsin

Elaine H. Harrett (formerly Schulz), age 88, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, March 29, 2026 in Wisconsin Rapids.Elaine was born on April 24, 1937 in Chicago, Ill to the late Joseph and Helen (Chabet) Trcka. She married James Schulz in Berwyn, Ill and raised four children together before his passing. Following James’ passing, Elaine married John Harrett in Darien, Ill and grew her family even more. Elaine was a home maker and her greatest joy in life was being a mother. She was an active member of the Wisconsin Rapids Grief Share Group and Our Lady Queen of Heaven Catholic Church. Elaine was blessed with the gift of gab and enjoyed talking to everyone. She had an amazing ability to connect with anyone on a personal level and genuinely cared about all her family members and friends around her. Her selflessness and ability…

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Sylvia G. Weiler

, Wisconsin

March 24, 2026

Sylvia G. Weiler, 91, of Rudolph, passed away on March 25, 2026 at her home. She was born June 21, 1934 in Stratford, Wisconsin to Alfred and Olga (Solinsky) Kramer. She was raised on the family farm just outside Stratford and attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School. Sylvia graduated from Stratford High School in 1952. On October 20, 1952, she married Kenneth H. Weiler of Auburndale. He passed away on June 10, 1991.Sylvia was a very active member of St. Philip’s Catholic Church in Rudolph. Her organizational skills were put to good use as co-chair for the St. Philip’s Church Picnic and the pancake breakfasts. She also volunteered at the Rudolph Grotto for many years and sang in the church choir. She was a member of the Serra Club, Catholic Daughters of American, court president of the Catholic Order of Foresters and Wood County Homemakers.Sylvia had many interests and hobbies. She…

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Joseph "Joe" Kauzlaric

, Wisconsin

Joseph (Joe) Kauzlaric, 83, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026.Joe was born August 27, 1942, in Eagle River, Wisconsin to the late John and Catherine Kauzlaric. Growing up on the farm in Eagle River, he had fond memories with his siblings and friends playing hockey, swimming and hunting. Even after moving away, he had a had a deep connection to the beauty and tranquility of the Northwoods.Joe played hockey throughout his life – on the frozen lakes of Eagle River to rinks throughout the Midwest. He enjoyed coaching and watching hockey and spent many years sharpening skates for young hockey players. He truly loved the game and community it built. His dedication left a lasting impact on many young players he mentored over the years.Joe served his country as a medic in the Vietnam War with the United States Army. The experience had a lasting impact on…

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Ronald Sem

, Wisconsin

Ronald Sem, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on March 8, 2026, surrounded by family. Ron, born in 1941 to Ida and Kenneth Sem, survived by his loving wife, Diane, and his sons, Michael and Matthew. Ron is also survived by his sisters, Frances Mcllroy and Delores Urevick. He was preceded in death by his brother, Kenny.Ron attended Minot High School and the University of North Dakota, graduating in 1964. He took his first teaching job in Duluth. In 1968, they moved back to North Dakota and Ron got his master’s degree in teaching at UND in 1969. In 1970, he became employed as a marketing instructor in Wausau. After teaching there for 24 years, he became Dean of the Business Department in 1994, a position he held until his retirement in 2000. After retirement, Ron began attending many political activities and events. As part of his activism, he…

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Linda Lou Kennedy

, Wisconsin

Linda Lou Kennedy, age 89, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2026, under the compassionate care of hospice services at Acorn Hill.Linda was born on May 2, 1936. In 1956, she married her beloved husband, Arnold. During his service in the United States Army, the couple moved to Virginia, where their son Jeffrey was born. They later returned to Mosinee, where they planted their roots and built a life centered on family and community.She is survived by her two sons, Jeffrey (Mindy) Kennedy and Douglas (Christine) Kennedy. She was a proud grandmother to nine grandchildren: Bobbie Jo (Brooke) Kennedy, Blair (Arlen) Hoen, Kyle (Kate) Kennedy, Morgan (Taylor) Schleh, Lucas (Megan) Ziemanski, Austin (Alycia) Kennedy, Logan (Kaitlyn) Kennedy, Carson Kennedy, and Jackson Kennedy. She was further blessed with seven great-grandchildren: Braydon Hoen, Paige Hoen, Mia Schleh, Aubrey Kennedy, Haisley Kennedy, Millie Kennedy, and Callum Kennedy.Linda is also survived by her siblings,…

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