Jeffrey Alan Urquhart, age 75, of Rhinelander, died on January 12, 2023, at St. Vincent's Hospital in Green Bay, Wisconsin. He was born on July 22, 1947, in Rhinelander, the son of Lyle and June (Barber) Urquhart. Jeff was raised in Rhinelander attending schools here, He graduated from the Rhinelander High School in 1965 and then was drafted by the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was sent to Germany and upon his honorable discharge he returned to Rhinelander. Jeff then went to work for the Rhinelander Paper Company, retiring in 2007.
Jeff was an avid Wisconsin sports fan. He loved the Hodags, Badgers, Packers and especially the Milwaukee Brewers. His family didn't think he missed a pitch in the last thirty years.
Jeff is survived by his daughter Christy (Matthew) Pieper, his sons Jesse (Caitlin) Urquhart and Robin (Julie) Urquhart, his grandchildren Aria, Isaac, Raelynn, Elliot, Shaun and Donovan, his sisters Joni (David) Hintz and Kelly(Kelly Thiel)Thilmany, his sister in law Patti Urquhart, nieces, nephews, other family and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Terry.
A visitation for Jeff will be held at the Carlson Funeral Home on Friday, February 3, 2023 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon with graveside services and Honor Detail following 1:00 PM at the Northwoods National Cemetery, You may leave your private condolences for the Urquhart family at www.carlsonfh.com. The Carlson Funeral Home (715-369-1414) is serving the Urquhart family.