DeeAnn P. McArdle

DeeAnn P. McArdle, age 73, of Tomahawk, WI, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Seasons of Life Hospice House in Woodruff, WI. DeeAnn was born on January 24, 1953, in Minneapolis, MN, to the late Alphonse and Aloise (Knutson) Cielinski. She was married to Kevin McArdle, on February 12, 1989; he survives.

DeeAnn lived and worked in the Twin Cities for many years where she built a meaningful and impactful professional life before relocating to Tomahawk over four years ago. A registered nurse by training, DeeAnn specialized in pediatric diabetes care. She created and delivered comprehensive training at the International Diabetes Center, supporting patients and families with expertise and empathy. Her professional career also included leadership in the business world, serving as Regional Sales Manager at Beringer Manheim. An entrepreneur, DeeAnn was especially proud to found "Unleash Your Inner Foodie," a venture through which she shared her love of cooking, entertaining, and hospitality. Faith was central to DeeAnn's life, she was a devoted member of the Rock Church of Tomahawk where she faithfully served as a Church Elder.

Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Kevin; her sons, Riley and Dillon; her sister, Jill; and her grandson, Miles. She was preceded in death by her parents, Al "Slim" and Aloise.

A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date. Generations Funeral Home & Crematory is assisting the family.