Generations Funeral Home http://www.generationsfuneral.com en David A. Hartwig [  - 05/28/2013] David A. Hartwig, 58, of Lucena City Philippines and formerly of Tomahawk, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 12, 2013. David was born April 20, 1954, in Davenport, WA, to Melvin and Alice (Cloke) Hartwig, Sr. He was a graduate of Tomahawk High School. Upon graduation, David entered the United States Navy where he was a Personnelmen, First Class E6. He retired after 20 years of service. David lived in many places over the years including Tomahawk, Merrill, Norfolk, VA, Illinois, Florida and Lucena City, Philippines. David enjoyed auto racing, playing games on the internet and visiting his family. He has an older twin brother by 3 minutes. Survivors include his Wife, Kim of Lucena City, Philippines, 3 Daughters, Lynn (Corey) Hall of Bluford, IL, Heather Canny of Mount Vernon, IL, and Robin (Kenny) Hayes also of Mount Vernon, IL, One Son, Jasper David Hartwig of Lucena City, Philippines. He is also survived by his siblings, Melvin (Rosemary) Hartwig of Elyria OH, Burna Martin of Tomahawk, his twin brother, Chris Hartwig of Tomahawk, Donna (John) Schoerner of Gleason, and Rick (Charlene) Hartwig of Boaz, AZ. David is further survived by 7 Grandchildren, Dakota, Brad, Ashley, Justin, Christopher, Curtis and Mathew, and his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, along with his many special friends. He was preceded in death by his Father, Melvin Hartwig, Sr., his Mother, Alice (Cloke) Hartwig, and his Brother, Ronald, who died in infancy. Services for David A. Hartwig will be held Tuesday, May 28, 2013, at 11 AM from Generations Funeral Home of Tomahawk. Visitation for David will take place at Generations on May 28 from 9 AM until the hour of Services at 11 AM. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Greenwood Cemetery.

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]]> Richard J. Schultz [11/13/1934 - 05/14/2013] Richard J. Schultz, age 78, of Tomahawk, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, at his residence under hospice care. He was born November 13, 1934, in Chicago, IL, to the late August and Lottie (Mangel) Schultz. Richard moved to the Tomahawk area with his parents and was a graduate of Tomahawk High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp. Richard was a business owner. He enjoyed hunting, trapping, gardening, riding his four wheeler and assembling military models. He also enjoyed Native American Pow Wow events. Richard especially liked the Northwoods and being outdoors. Survivors include his Step Uncle, Frank (Ozzie) Tishka of Chicago, IL, and Special Friends, Jenifer Wilhelm and Wayne Draeger of Weston and Phil and Jessie Dahl of Tomahawk. He was preceded in death by his Father and Mother, August and Lottie Schultz. In accordance with Richard’s wishes, no services will be held.

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]]> Joseph E. Lennon [05/01/1927 - 05/12/2013] Joseph E. Lennon, age 86, of Tomahawk, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Riverview in Tomahawk. He was born May 1, 1927, in Harvey, IL, to Joseph and Molly (Beam) Lennon. Joe grew up on the south side of Chicago. He was a 1945 graduate of Calumet High School where he was an all-state basketball player. Joe served in the United States Army during World War 2. Joe attended Marquette University on a basketball scholarship. He later graduated from Northwestern University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. He raised his family in the Arlington Heights, IL, area and worked in sales in the Chicago area. He and his family moved to Lake Orion, MI, in 1974. Joe continued his sales career with PPG in the Detroit area; retiring in 1982 and moved to Tomahawk in 1994. Joe was a member of the YMCA. He was an avid athlete and excelled in basketball and handball. He was a member of the Elk’s Club in Arlington Heights and Lake Orion, MI. Joe was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Tomahawk. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, listening to music and landscaping. Joe loved spending his golden years in the Northwoods. Survivors include a Son, Joseph E. Lennon of Tomahawk, 3 Daughters, Kathleen M. (Patrick) Theiler of Tomahawk, Sally J. (Daniel) Wickland of Wheeling, IL, and Marilee A. (James) Wickland of Tomahawk. 1 Sister, Jean (Don) McGuire of Justice, IL. Joe was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, William Lennon. Funeral Services for Joseph Lennon will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at 11 AM from Generations Funeral Home at 1400 N. 4th Street. Rev. John Anderson will officiate with interment at Calvary Cemetery in Tomahawk. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 9 AM until 11 AM. Military Tribute services will take place immediately before funeral services.

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]]> Donald D. Duray [01/16/1927 - 05/11/2013] Donald D. Duray, age 86, of Tomahawk, passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Riverview in Tomahawk. Don was born January 16, 1927, in Niagara, WI, to Joseph and Frances (Sikorski) Duray. He grew up in the Elkhorn, WI, area and attended school there. Don served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was later married to Doris Hudson on July 8, 1966, in Elkhorn. Don worked for Burlington Brass Works as a Foundry Worker for many years. In 1979, he and his family moved to the Tomahawk area. He owned and operated Duray’s Whatnot Shop in Tomahawk for many years. Don was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and was a member of the VFW. He enjoyed taking part in local flea markets, woodworking, camping, fishing and bluegrass music. He especially enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren. Survivors include, a Son Ken (Antje) Duray of Savannah, Georgia, a Daughter Julie (Tom) Vink of Tomahawk, Sister-in-law, Shirley (Richard) Robinson of Woodruff, Grandchildren Vincent, Kevin & Kirsten Duray all of Savannah, Georgia, and his Special Friend’s, Jerry and Sandy Crow . Don was preceded in death by his Parents, Joseph and Frances Duray, his Wife, Doris Duray in 2007, 4 Brothers, 7 Sisters, and a Brother-in-law, Norman Hudson. Private Burial Services with Military Rites for Donald Duray will take place at Mount Olivet Cemetery in Elkhorn, WI.

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]]> Harvey H. Kufahl [01/01/1930 - 04/30/2013] Harvey H. Kufahl, age 83, of Tomahawk, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, under hospice care at his home. He was born January 1, 1930, in the Town of Berlin, WI, to Ewald and Clara (Seidler) Kufahl. Harvey grew up in the Athens, WI, area and attended school there. Harvey was married to Joan Giese on November 25, 1954, in Athens. He served in The United States Army during the Korean War. Harvey worked as a carpenter building new homes in the Milwaukee area. Vacations were spent on camping trips in the United States, Mexico and Canada. Weekends were spent at campgrounds near home. He retired in 1992 and moved to the Tomahawk area in 1998. Harvey enjoyed taking care of his yard, mowing the grass, and picking up endless pine cones and needles outside his home on Lake Alice. He liked watching the many birds and wildlife that came to his feeders. He especially enjoyed dog sitting for his four- legged buddies; Mindy, Remy, Willow and Sophie. Harvey was a Brewers and Packers fan and loved watching the games on TV. Survivors include his Wife, Joan Kufahl of Tomahawk, 2 Daughters, Barbara (Mike) Petcoff of Wauwatosa, WI, and Carolyn (Glenn) Belanger of Athens, WI. 1 Sister, Stella (Marv) Wolff of Sun City, Arizona. Harvey is further survived by 2 Grandchildren, Daniel Belanger and Katie Belanger. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Ewald and Clara, 2 Sisters, Arlene and Alice, and 2 Brothers, Harold and Gilbert. Funeral Services for Harvey Kufahl will be held Friday, May 3, 2013, at 11 AM from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Tomahawk. Rev. Mark Schoenherr will officiate with Interment at Greenwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Generations Funeral Home at 1400 N. 4th St. on Thursday, May 2, from 4 PM to 8 PM, and again on Friday at the church from 10 AM until the hour of services at 11 AM. A Military Tribute Service will be held at 7 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.

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]]> Alfred L. Lueck [07/07/1925 - 04/25/2013] Alfred L. Lueck, age 87, of Tomahawk, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Riverview in Tomahawk. He was born July 7, 1925, in Tomahawk to Arthur and Ida (Krueger) Lueck. Alfred grew up in the Tomahawk and Tripoli area. He worked as a Dairy Farmer for most of his life. Upon retiring from farming, Alfred worked as a groundskeeper at Inshalla Country Club and worked in Merrill collecting boughs to make wreaths. Alfred enjoyed working on his tractor and gardening. He also liked deer hunting, fishing and duck hunting. He loved his simple life in the Northwoods; especially visiting and spending time with his family and friends. Survivors include 2 Nieces, Heidi (Alan) Arndt and Cindy (Don) Alsteen, both of Tomahawk. His Nephew, Dave (Ducky) Fish of Tomahawk. 2 Cousins, Billy (Tootie) Wilbur of Tomahawk and Katy Miller of Rhinelander. Alfred is further survived by his Grand Nieces, Grand Nephews and several members of the Winkelman family in Laona, WI. He was preceded in death by his Father and Mother, Arthur and Ida Lueck. A Celebration of Life Service for Alfred Lueck will be held Saturday, May 4, 2013, at 11 AM from Generations Funeral Home at 1400 N. 4th St. in Tomahawk. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday, May 4, at Generations Funeral Home from 9 AM until the hour of services at 11 AM. Interment will take place at Greenwood Cemetery.

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]]> Frank D. Wilson [01/30/1937 - 04/18/2013] Frank D. Wilson, age 76, of Tomahawk, WI, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2013, at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Marshfield after suffering a stroke on March 24. He was born January 30, 1937, in Hazel, KY, to the late Medley and Lillie Mae Wilson. Frank grew up in Melber, KY, and attended school there. He served in the United States Air Force in the 1950’s and moved to Melrose Park, IL, in 1952. He was married to Shirley Moritz in August of 1959. While living in Melrose Park, he worked for Gravely Garden Tractors for several years. Frank moved to the Tomahawk area in 1971 and worked at Harley-Davidson for 26 years, retiring in 1997. Frank enjoyed playing cards, crafting, building wishing wells and painting. He enjoyed going to rummage sales and classic car shows and loved spending time at his home with his cat “Rudy”. Survivors include his Daughter, Beverly (David) Weege of Tomahawk, One Brother, Don (Mary Salee) Wilson of Mount Prospect, IL, and One Sister, Wanda Sue Alexander of Paducah, KY. Frank is also survived by 3 Granddaughters, Carey, Katie and Kiersten, and a Great Grandson, Damian. He was preceded in death by his Parents, his Wife, Shirley in 2004, a Son, Jeff Wilson in 2001, 2 Sisters, Mabel Lamb and Willie Mae Wilson, and a Brother, Everette Wilson. Memorial Services for Frank Wilson will be held Saturday, April 27, 2013, at 11 AM from Generations Funeral Home at 1400 N. 4th Street., Tomahawk. Arthur Moritz will officiate. Visitation will take place at the funeral home on Saturday from 9 AM until the time of services at 11 AM.

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]]> William A. Cis [09/27/1955 - 04/17/2013] William A. Cis, age 57, of Janesville, WI, and formerly of Tomahawk died unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, at Mercy Hospital & Trauma Center in Janesville. He was born September 27, 1955, in Waukegan, IL, the son of Joseph R. and Lois M. (Webie) Cis. He married Susan M. Lange in August of 2006. Bill enjoyed working on anything mechanical. He loved bicycles and had several collectible bikes. He also enjoyed outdoor activities. He is survived by his wife Susan of Janesville; Daughter: Casandra (Jeremy) Chirico of Florida; Father: Joseph Cis of Tomahawk; Brothers: Robert (Elizabeth) Cis of Kenosha, WI and Edward Cis of Tomahawk; Step-children: Shane Hall, Michael (Alisha) Keating and David (Emily) Keating. He was preceded in death by his Mother. A Celebration of Life Service for Bill will be held Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 6 PM from Generations Funeral Home at 1400 N. 4th St., in Tomahawk. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday at the funeral home from 5 PM until the hour of services at 6 PM. Private burial services will take place at Greenwood Cemetery in Tomahawk.

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]]> Nancy R. Figge [12/25/1937 - 04/09/2013] Nancy R. Lazore-Figge, age 75, of Tomahawk, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at Golden Living Center-Golden Age in Tomahawk. She was born December 25, 1937, in Milwaukee to Raymond and Rosemary (Amrhein) Behrndt. Nancy grew up in the Milwaukee area and was a 1955 graduate of Washington High School in Milwaukee. Nancy previously worked as a nursing assistant at Mequon Care Center. She then worked as a bus driver for Johnson Bus Service in Port Washington and later at Roadrunner Transportation Services in Saukville. She was the secretary at Figge Auto Body in Saukville and was the Humane Officer for Ozaukee County for many years. She moved to the Tomahawk area in 1980 and worked at the Tomahawk Police Department as a dispatcher. She later worked for the DNR in tomahawk and then at Lincoln Industries. Nancy started Handi-Van in Tomahawk in 1989 and operated the business until 2008. Survivors include 3 Sons, David (Pat) Sielaff of Sturtevant, WI, John “Buck” (Lisa) Lazore of Fredonia, WI, and Wally (Jamie) Lazore of Belgium, WI. 1 Daughter, Joanne Lazore of Tomahawk, and her Sister, Linda (Robert) Anderson of Oak Creek, WI. Nancy is further survived by 7 Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her Parents, her First Husband, John L. Lazore, Sr., in 1985, her Daughter, Debbie Vogel, in 1988, her Second Husband, Bob Figge, in 1999. One Son, Dean Lazore, in 2008. A Celebration of Life Service for Nancy Figge will be held this summer and will be announced at a later time.

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]]> Frances M. Rozell-Harper [03/25/1932 - 04/02/2013] Frances M. Rozell-Harper, age 81, of Rhinelander, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013, peacefully at home under hospice care. She was born March 25, 1932, in McCord, WI, to the late O. James and Minnie (Cronwell) Rozell. Frances grew up in the McCord area and attended McCord School. At age 15 she was married to Jack Harper in Rhinelander in 1947. She and Jack lived most of their life in the Rhinelander area. Frances worked with her husband in the carpentry trade for many years. She enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time outdoors. Survivors include her Son, W. John Harper of Tripoli, WI, her Daughter, Jennifer Harper-Plush of Bremerton, Washington, 5 Grandchildren, Doug, Anna, Carmen, Tonya, and Wayne. She is further survived by several Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her Parents, and her Husband, Jack Harper. Frances’ family will be holding a life celebration service for her at a later date.

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