Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Marshfield, Stratford, Pittsville and Junction City, WI

Benjamin H. Metternich

Benjamin H. Metternich

Apr 4, 2026

Benjamin H. Metternich, 74, of Marshfield died Saturday, April 4 th at the Marshfield Medical Center after a short illness.

A memorial service for Ben will be held at 11:00am Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 at the Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield with Pastor Preston Tippen officiating. Relatives and friends are welcome to gather for visitation from 9am until the time of...

Daniel "Dano" R. Lee

Daniel "Dano" R. Lee

Apr 4, 2026

Daniel Richard Lee, “Dano”, age 75, took his final bow Saturday April 4th, 2026 at Marshfield Clinic in Marshfield, WI. He was born January 21st, 1951 to Audrey and Herbert Lee of Whitehall/West Salem, WI. Dan enjoyed running around and creating trouble on the family farm with his five siblings Carol, Dave, Melvin, Mary, and Peter.

After graduating from Whitehall High...

Charles "Chuck" Kaiser

Charles "Chuck" Kaiser

Apr 3, 2026

Charles “Chuck” Kaiser passed away leaving behind a legacy of strength, loyalty, and a life lived on his own terms.

Chuck was proceeded in death by his parents, Charles Kaiser Sr. and Bernice Billings, and his sister Joyce Moore. He was a proud father to Christine Kaiser and a devoted grandfather to Kira Remmel and Kitana Whittenberger. He was the uncle...

Christopher Hunter Higdon

Christopher Hunter Higdon

Apr 3, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Hunter Higdon, known to his friends and family as “Hunter.” He passed away Friday, April 3rd, 2026, after a courageous 2-year battle with cancer at his home surrounded by his family.

Hunter was born in Chattanooga, TN on May 24th, 1995, to James Edward Higdon Jr. and Wendy Lynn...

James F. Sternweis

James F. Sternweis

Apr 3, 2026

James F. Sternweis, age 94, of Marshfield, Wisconsin, passed away on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, at Marshfield Hospital. He was born on June 25, 1931, to Anton and Margaret (Dierienger) Sternweis.

Jim was born and raised in Marshfield where he spent his entire life on the family's rural dairy farm. Farming was not just his livelihood, but his true passion....

Robert "Bob" Leggon Jr.

Robert "Bob" Leggon Jr.

Mar 31, 2026

Robert “Bob” Eugene Leggon Jr., son of Robert and Joan Leggon, passed away peacefully on March 31st, 2026, amidst family and in the comfort of his home. Bob was born on July 4th, 1961, in New Britain, Connecticut. Bob will be remembered for his passion for learning, enjoyment of nature, and devotion to faith, family, and friends.

As a young child,...

Patricia R. Breden

Patricia R. Breden

Mar 31, 2026

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Patricia was called to heaven on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Colonial Health Services in Colby, Wisconsin, surrounded by her family. We are so proud of the life she lived and the example she set for family and friends.

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Frances Radke Leick

Frances Radke Leick

Mar 31, 2026

Frances Lenore Radke Leick, 85, passed away in peace and love surrounded by her immediate family on Tuesday, March 31st 2026 at Marshfield Medical Center. She was born on August 15th, 1941 in Auburndale, WI to John and Emma Frodl (Junemann). She is preceded in death by her parents, her husbands Dennis Radke and Gilbert Leick, her siblings Dorothy &...

Raymond Francis Fait

Raymond Francis Fait

Mar 30, 2026

Raymond Francis Fait, 76, of Marshfield Wi passed away March 30, 2026 in Knoxville, TN. He was unable to recover from the complications of emergency heart surgery. He and his wife Jeanie were taking a well deserved vacation with other family and friends at the time. His wife Jeanie, his son Brian, and daughter Becky were at his side during...

Dr. Clarence A. Topp Jr.

Dr. Clarence A. Topp Jr.

Mar 29, 2026

Dr. Clarence A. Topp Jr, age 84, of Marshfield, Wisconsin, passed away on March 29, 2026 at the House of the Dove. He was born on April 24, 1941, in Clintonville, Wisconsin, the son of Clarence and Lucile (Rollhagen) Topp. Clarence graduated from Clintonville High School, Northland College, and Marquette University School of Dentistry.

Clarence was united in marriage with Patricia...

Patricia D. Kolb

Patricia D. Kolb

Mar 28, 2026

Patricia D. Kolb, 99, of Hewitt died on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at Serenity Assisted Living in Marshfield under the care of Heartland Hospice.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11am on Friday, April 10, 2026 at the Rembs Funeral Home in Marshfield with Deacon Ray Draeger officiating. The Family welcomes relatives and friends for visitation from 9am until time...

Dennis Ray Brunner

Dennis Ray Brunner

Mar 27, 2026

Dennis R. Brunner, 83, of Pittsville died the evening of Friday, March 27, 2026 at the Marshfield Medical Center.

A funeral service for Dennis will be held on Monday, April 6 at 11am at the Buchanan/Rembs Funeral Home in Pittsville with Pastor Wanda Veldman officiating. Burial will follow in Babcock Cemetery. The family welcomes relatives and friends for a time of...

Ann Moran

Ann Moran

Mar 26, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our cherished mother, Ann Moran (née Busse) on March 26th, 2026. She was kind, quiet, insightful, and carried herself with grace and elegance. We children were uppermost in her mind throughout her life and right up until the end.

During her life, she married Thomas Moran and they were married...

Clara M. Heisler

Clara M. Heisler

Mar 26, 2026

Clara M. Heisler, 85, Marshfield, passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at Wells Nature View.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Christ Lutheran Church, Marshfield with visitation from 9:00 am until the time of service. Rev. Andrew Belt will officiate. Burial will follow at Hillside Cemetery, Marshfield. Rembs Funeral Home is assisting...

Virginia Gail Scherr

Virginia Gail Scherr

Mar 24, 2026

Virginia G. Scherr, age 82 of Marshfield, WI passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the Marshfield Medical Center.

Per her wishes there will be no formal services. She will be interred next to her husband in Brooklawn Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Virginia was born May 26, 1943 in Marshfield to the late Robert and Nona (Dankemyer) Howard. She attended schools in...

Verlyn G. Rasmussen

Verlyn G. Rasmussen

Mar 24, 2026

Verlyn G. Rasmussen, 70, Marshfield, passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 after a short and courageous battle with Frontal Temporal Dementia and ALS.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at Rembs Funeral Home, Marshfield with visitation from 9:00 am until the time of service. Rev. Heather Brown will officiate. A livestream of...

Michelle Marie Tischer

Michelle Marie Tischer

Mar 24, 2026

Michelle M. Tischer, 42, of Marshfield died Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at the Abbotsford Health Care Center under the care of St. Croix Hospice.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.

Michelle was born on December 3, 1983, in Black River Falls to Janell M. Pearson. She attended school in Spencer, graduating in 2002. After completing her...

Nancy A. Johnson

Nancy A. Johnson

Mar 23, 2026

Nancy Anne (Sannes) Johnson was welcomed home by God on March 23, 2026, at Sanford Health – Marshfield Clinic Medical Center surrounded by her loved ones.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026 at 11:00am at First Presbyterian Church, 200 S. Lincoln Avenue, Marshfield with Pastor Heather Brown officiating. Visitation for family and friends will begin one hour...

Kindra Luedtke

Kindra Luedtke

Mar 21, 2026

Kindra M. Luedtke, age 52, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Mike’s Place Adult Family Home, Granton, WI. A celebration of life will be held at a later time this summer.

Kindra was born on May 10, 1973, in Marshfield to Ronnie and Carole (Bartel) Luedtke and remained in the area, graduating from Marshfield Senior High, Class of...

Brenda A. Burggraf

Brenda A. Burggraf

Mar 20, 2026

Brenda A. Burggraf, age 72, Stratford, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at Marshfield Medical Center.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Brenda was born on May 20, 1953, in Kansas City, KS, to Calvin Leland and Millie (Strobel) Kretzer. She attended schools in Ottawa, KS, Dodge City, KS, Eads, CO and Lindsborg, KS. She was...

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