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Rebecca Rae Petonquot

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Rebecca Rae Petonquot, age 69, of Rhinelander, died on December 30, 2024, at her home. She was born on September 27, 1955, in Rhinelander, the daughter of Albert and Marie Reinke - Turriff (Gauthier).

She was born and raised in Rhinelander and attended schools here. On February 9, 1974, she married Robert Petonquot and they shared over 50 wonderful years together. They were married in Rhinelander where they made their home and have been since.

Rebecca was a homemaker and caregiver to many kids and grandkids, including her son Brett who had Muscular Dystrophy. She loved spending time with her family, and enjoyed flower gardening, cook outs, shopping, and trips to the casino.

Rebecca is survived by her husband Bob, her daughters Bobbie (Don) Bennett and Brooke Petonquot (Josh Dombrowik), her son Bradley Petonquot, her son-in-law Josh Bougie, her grandchildren Justice, Riley, Jade, Dominick, Noel, Alexys, Julie, Chase, Logan, Jasmine, and Jemma, as well as her sisters Marian Fourt, Debbie (Randy) Slack, Susie (Dennis) Bohne, and close family friend Jared Graffe. She was preceded in death by her father Albert Reinke, her sons Jonathon and Brett, her brother David Reinke, and her sisters Patricia Wales and Shirley Mueller.

A celebration of life will be arranged in the near future. You may leave your private condolences for the Petonquot family at www.carlsonfh.com. The Carlson Funeral Home (715-369-1414) is serving the family.

"If flowers grow in Heaven, Lord, then pick a bunch for me. Then place them in my grandmother's arms and tell her they're from me. Tell her that I love and miss her, and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day, but there’s an ache within my heart that will never go away."