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05/28/2026

Writing an obituary can feel overwhelming, especially in the middle of grief. 💔

This guide offers helpful tips on how to honor a life in words.
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05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who gave everything for our freedom. 🇺🇸

If you are remembering a veteran today, we invite you to share their name below.

We are grateful. Always.

05/22/2026

Hospice and support services can provide comfort, dignity, and guidance during one of life’s most difficult seasons. 💛

If you’ve ever wondered how hospice helps families, this is a great resource.

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05/18/2026

Did you know?

Preplanning a funeral doesn’t mean making every decision today—it simply means documenting your wishes so your family isn’t left guessing later.

Even a few decisions ahead of time can make a big difference. Click here to download our free pre-planning checklist.

Plan for the future with Voie Funeral & Cremation Care in Iola, providing compassionate service during difficult times.

05/10/2026

Christian Nathaniel King

Christian Nathaniel King, 29, of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin passed on May 6, 2026. He was born on October 10, 1996 at Fort Campbell, KY to Heather (Lemley) Martin and Walter King.

Christian graduated from Sand Creek High School in Colorado Springs, CO. He spent his younger years in Amarillo, TX being a happy, laid-back kid, he was the "easy one", quiet and shy, sweet and always smiling. His aunt nicknamed him "Smiley" the 8th dwarf. His teachers would say they wished they had a "room full of Christians" to his mom he will always be her "sweet boy" no matter his age.

He loved video games and would spend his time playing online with friends and family. He was goofy, often joking with his family, mostly his siblings. He loved his dog Shiloh and would spend most of his days with her by his side. He always had a love of trains and wolves. Christian enjoyed Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh, football (the Broncos were his team), WWE, and K-Pop. He could be found watching Doctor Who or Star Trek and spending time with his young niece and nephew. He always had a Dr. Pepper in hand or nearby and would be found in a hoodie no matter the weather. He would get excited over the little things, and share his excitement with others, even a new body wash he had just gotten. Christian was a hard worker who was planning for his future, he was looking into buying a new car and saving to buy his first house. He was thoughtful of others and would often bring small treats to his mom and help others when he could. Christian is loved beyond measure and his family and friends will always remember his sweet, kind nature.

He is survived by his mother, Heather Martin; father, Walter King; step-father, Jason Martin; siblings: Zachary (Hannah) King, Hannah Farner, Chessaleigh (Nate) Rebeterano, Sebastian King, and Justin King; step-siblings: Tristian Martin and Camran Martin; grandparents: Donald and Toni Lemley, and Kathren Millier; step-grandmother, Christine Martin; uncle, John King; cousins: Eric Beery and Jordan Beery. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and his husky, Shiloh Metukah Kunikpok.

He was preceded in death by his aunt, Angela Beery; paternal grandfather, Tom Jones; and step-grandfather, Daniel Martin.

Christian will be interred at the Lakeside Memorial Park Cemetery in Waupaca, Wisconsin.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a donation to help cover funeral costs. Please go to the links listed below. Thank You.

Venmo - https://venmo.com/HPMartin

Zelle - ID: 7194335258

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05/06/2026

It's Nurse's Week!

Not all heroes wear capes—some wear scrubs. 💛🧡💚

Thank you to the nurses who show up with compassion every single day.

05/05/2026

Thomas P. Lubinski

It is with heavy hearts that Jeremy Lubinski and Audrey Lubinski announce the passing of our father and husband, Thomas P. Lubinski of Waupaca, on May 4, 2026, after a brief illness.

Tom truly enjoyed his pets, gardening, friends, and Harley rides. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him, and he is finally now at peace.

The family appreciates your love and support during this difficult time. We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the caring staff at ThedaCare Hospital and hospice team for their compassion and care for Tom.

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

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05/04/2026

We believe memories should include smiles, too.

What’s a small thing that always makes you smile when you think of a loved one? 💛

05/01/2026

May is a month of renewal, remembrance, and meaningful moments. 💐

As we step into a new month, what is one thing you're looking forward to? 🌿

04/27/2026

Melane Mary Zietlow

Melane M. Zietlow, 98, of the Town of Alban passed peacefully into Eternal Rest at St. Claire’s Hospital, Weston, surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, April 25, 2026.Melane was born May 25, 1927, in Rosholt, WI, daughter to the late Aleas and Bertha (Stanislawski) Simonis. She grew up in rural Rosholt and attended the local schools including the Simonis School and Rosholt High School.On May 21, 1949, she was united in marriage to Gordon Zietlow of rural Iola at St. Adalbert’s Catholic Church in Rosholt. They shared 55 years together until his passing on October 26, 2002. Melane worked at Hardware Mutual Insurance in Stevens Point, then in Milwaukee when the couple moved to Menomonee Fallls. They moved to Gordon’s family farm near Big Falls in August 1960, where they raised seven children together. Melane moved back to Rosholt after Gordon passed to be close to her surviving siblings.Melane was a 4-H leader for many years, an avid birdwatcher, talented seamstress, and well-known local artist, with many commissioned oil paintings and awards received. Gordon and Melane enjoyed traveling, playing cards, polka dancing and singing.Melane is survived by daughter Mary (Rodney) Wolf, son Charles (Betsy) Zietlow, daughter Karen Green, son Don (Tanya) Zietlow, daughter Laurie (James) Gruber, son-in-law James (Karen) Schultz, and Melanie (Rick) Flees.She is also survived by eleven grandchildren: Wayne Wolf, Gordon (Pascha) Zietlow, Rhett (Maryna) Zietlow, Wesley (Lacey) Zietlow, Carl Zietlow, Terri (Jeff) Meehan, Jean (James) Dunbar, Emily (Travis) Dreier, Jacob Zietlow, Julaine (Derek) Mathison, and Amanda Flees.She is further survived by thirteen great-grandchildren: Megan Wolf, Gracie and Brodie Zietlow, Rylan, Mayson, and Adalyn Zietlow, Mirielle Zietlow, Pearl and Sophie Lowell, Auron, Elijiah, and Jessie Dreier, and Joshua Zietlow, along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.Melane was preceded in death by her parents, parents-in-law Charles and Laura (Dybdahl) Zietlow, husband Gordon, daughter Julie (James) Schultz, and grandsons Dirk Wolf and Jason Schultz.She was also preceded in death by sister and brother-in law Henrietta and Frank Kosobucki, sister and brother-in-law Sylvia and Don Sullivan, sister and brother-in-law Evelyn and Ben Richter, brother Joe Simonis, brother and sister-in-law Dennis and Florence (Burant) Simonis, brother and sister-in-law William and Lorraine (Kruzicki) Simonis, brother and sister-in-law Fritz and Beatrice (Lorbiecki) Simonis, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Erva (Zietlow) and George Mielke, brother-in-law Russel Dybdahl, sister-in-law and brother-in-law Cleo (Dybdahl) and Norman Jeffries, sisters-in-law Lucile and Lorraine Dybdahl, brother-in-law and sister-in-law George and Lila (Aasen) Aanstad along with many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Adalbert’s Catholic Church in Rosholt with Father Francis X. Dias officiating. Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church cemetery, Marion, at a later date. Visitation will be held at Voie Funeral Home in Iola on Friday, May 1 from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. with Rosary at 7:00, and at the church from 10:00 a.m. until service.The family would like to extend a thank you to the medical staff at both Aspirus – St. Michael’s Hospital, Stevens Point and Marshfield Medical Center - St. Claire’s Hospital, Weston, for their compassionate care as well as Voie Funeral Home for assisting the family. A special thank you to Father William Evans of St. Mary’s Catholic Oratory, Wausau, Father Jerome Patric Maria-Francis of St. Agnas Catholic Church, Weston, Father Augustine Bentil of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Galloway, Reverand Marshall Falks, Hope Community Church, Clintonville, and the good Chaplain at St. Claire’s Hospital for the prayers and blessing to help Melane on her journey to Everlasting Peace.

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04/21/2026

Dorothy Mae Madson

Dorothy Mae Madson, 89, of Iola, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026. She was born on November 11, 1936 in Wild Rose to William and Lillian (Handschke) Nowak. Dorothy married John L. Madson on April 2, 1960 at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Waupaca. He preceded her in death on November 24, 2003. Dorothy loved spending time with her family. She also was a dedicated fan of the Milwaukee Brewers, Wisconsin Badger basketball and the Milwaukee Bucks.

Dorothy was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church. She taught 2nd grade Sunday School for many years. Worked with the Brownie Troop of the Iola Girl Scouts. Worked for the Iola Scandinavia School District as a van driver for Kindergarten and Special Education and later a school bus.

She is survived by her Children: Steve (Marie) Madson, Holly (Brian Anderson) Madson and Mark Madson. Grandchildren: Nathaniel Peschong, Emily VanGroll, Nick Madson and Charlie Madson. Great Grandchildren: Ayanna, Karma, Katalaya, and Elijah. Along with her sister in-law Shirl Nowak of Waupaca. She was preceded in death by husband: John, Parents: William and Lillian Nowak; Grand Daughter Kayla Peschong. Brothers Walter Nowak (Elaine) and Arnold Nowak, Sister Bernice Sweetalla (Del). Nephew Bill Nowak.

The Funeral Service for Dorothy will be held on Friday April 24, 2026, 11:00 AM at Our Savior's Lutheran Church of Iola with Rev. Gail Kenny officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM. Interment will be at Our Savior's Lutheran Cemetery. The family would like to thank Aspirus Hospital Stevens Point, Our Savior's Lutheran Church, Voie Funeral Home, Iola Ambulance Service and Living Oaks Assisted Living.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

In honor of Dorothy feel free to wear your favorite Badgers, Brewers or Bucks apparel.

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