James "Jim" K. Janetski
, Wisconsin
James “Jim” K. Janetski, age 76, of Wisconsin Rapids, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at his home.A memorial visitation will be held from 1:00pm – 3:00pm on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Burial will take place at Port Edwards Cemetery.Jim was born on November 22, 1949, in Stevens Point, WI, to Kenneth and Gloria (Dimka) Janetski. He graduated from Wisconsin Rapids High School in 1967 and then proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Jim was a deeply patriotic man, who carried great pride in his service to his country.Jim worked for NEPCO Paper Mill and later in the maintenance department at Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, where he remained until his retirement. He had a deep love for the outdoors and especially cherished his home and the acreage surrounding it, where he found great joy in feeding wildlife and photographing…
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Theodore "Ted" L. Woodliff
, Wisconsin
Theodore “Ted” L. Woodliff, age 61, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids, WI.Ted was born on September 5, 1964, in Chicago, IL, to Richard Sr. and Terance (Moore) Woodliff. He worked for over 10 years for High Tech Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning.Ted will be remembered as a man who truly loved the outdoors and all the simple joys that came with it. Whether he was fishing on the lake, tending to his garden, camping with family and friends, or riding his four-wheeler through the trails, Ted was happiest when he was outside enjoying nature. He had a deep appreciation for the outdoors and was always ready for the next adventure.When he wasn’t outside, Ted enjoyed relaxing and watching football, especially cheering on the Green Bay Packers. He was a loyal fan who looked forward to every season.Ted is survived by his…
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Gary J. "Howie" Krzykowski
, Wisconsin
May 13, 2026
Gary J. (Howie) Krzykowski, age 79, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away May 14, 2026. Howie as everyone called him, was born May 25, 1946 in Wisconsin Rapids, WI to Albin and Madeline (Sweat) Krzykowski.Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids.After graduating from Assumption High School he worked in the grocery business as Produce Manager at IGA for many years. After retiring from IGA, he opened a second hand shop called Howie’s Mercantile Resale in 2005.Howie enjoyed watching Western movies, the Packers and NASCAR races. In his younger years he enjoyed deer hunting and shooting pool.Howie is survived by his sister, Diane (Richard) Stein; brothers, Alan (Terry), Michael (Karen), James (Gloria Brock), Mark (Charlene); many nieces and nephews; close friends, Dale Pierce, Linda Sanger, Harvey Zwicke, Chet Holmes, Ozzie Oczachowski, Bernie Enkro, Don Somerville; and his…
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Gary "Flo" G. Florence
, Wisconsin
Gary “Flo” Florence, 75, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026, while doing what he loved - fishing on Soo Lake at the family cottage in the Town of Elk, in Price County.A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Crossview Church in Wisconsin Rapids at 11:00am. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Crossview Church from 4:00pm-7:00pm, and from 10:00am until the time of service on Friday at church.Gary was born on January 13, 1951, to George and Gloria (Gehrke) Florence, Jr., in Marshfield, Wisconsin. He graduated from Pittsville High School in 1969.On March 28, 1981, he married Tammy Kruger in Wisconsin Rapids. They just celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary.Gary was an avid fisherman, deer hunter, and berry-picker. He loved to golf and listen to music. He spent many years at the ball diamonds coaching his daughters’ softball teams. Gary was known as…
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Betty A. Fischer
, Wisconsin
Betty A. Fischer, age 101, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Arborwood Lodge in Wisconsin Rapids.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, May 22, 2026, at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Nekoosa, WI. Rev. Dennis Schwalenberg will officiate the service. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until the time of service at 11:00 AM at the church.Betty was born on December 28, 1924, in Ashland County, WI to the late Lewis and Loetta (Krembring) Reed. She married Howard Fischer on September 29, 1942, in Kahoka, MO. Together they shared 72 years of marriage. Betty worked at the Cranmoore School in the lunch program, Rapids TV and Haney Drug in sales an purchasing for many years. Betty enjoyed gardening and was known as the lady with the “greenthumb”. She also enjoyed sewing, camping, and most of all, her family. She devoted her love…
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Marlene J. Przybelski
, Wisconsin
Marlene J. Przybelski, age 76, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Aspirus Riverview Hospital.Marlene was born on June 8, 1949, in Wisconsin to Lawrence and Pelagia “Pearl” (Mandziera) Wayerski. She graduated from PJ Jacobs High School in Stevens Point in 1968, and then proudly served in the U.S. Army. Marlene married Thomas Przybelski in 1969.Marlene dedicated 30 years as a caretaker at Parkview Apartments before retiring in 2017. In her free time, she enjoyed crocheting, working on puzzles, and watching the birds outside her window. She was also a fan of Wisconsin sports.Marlene is survived her husband, Thomas Przybelski; children, Tim Breshears, Scott (Christine Lohse) Przybelski, and Alicia (John) Lowe; grandchildren, Chaid Przybelski, Tairen (Jonatan de Lugardo) Przybelski de Lugardo, and Ashlyn Lowe; and brother, Lawrence (Margaret) Wayerski.She is preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Pearl Wayerski; son, Steven Przybelski; and brother,…
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Diane H. Spielman
, Wisconsin
May 11, 2026
Diane Helen (Thortenson) Spielman, age 79, passed away on May 12, 2026 with her daughter Julie at her side. She passed from complications of leukemia and lymphoma.Diane was born January 12, 1947 to Helen (Peckham) and Howard Thortenson. She grew up in Nekoosa, and graduated from Alexander Highschool. Diane married Dennis (Denny) Enerson in 1966 and they welcomed their daughter Julia (Julie) to their family. The marriage later ended.She worked at the Mead Inn as a waitress where she met Robert (Bob) Spielman. They were married and added three more children, Jonathan, Justin and Bethany. They settled in Wisconsin Rapids.Diane was a devoted Elvis Presley fan since her teen years. She was a homemaker and took great pride in caring for her home and family. Her favorite pastime was collecting and reading cookbooks. She loved cooking and was a great cook. She had a special place in her heart for…
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