Robert F. Stein, age 85, of Rhinelander died on Jan. 5, 2013. He was born on April 19, 1927 in Wausau to Florence (Reinicke) Pijan. He is survived by his sons, John (Lisa) of Rhinelander, Jim (Ruth) of Hortonville, and Jeff (Heide) of Cambridge; seven grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; and special friend, Martha Mangerson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and wife, LaVerne Simms. Robert served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Amesbury during WWII. He enjoyed fishing with his family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 11 at Carlson Funeral Home with visitation beginning at 9 a.m. until the time of service. (Carlson Funeral Home)