Millie Ann Wagner-Burnett

Mildred “Millie” Ann Wagner-Burnett, age 87, of Merrill, passed away on Christmas Day, 2025, at her home, while surrounded by her loving family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services. She was born on April 13, 1938, and was the daughter of Elder and Rose (Weiand) Woller. Millie attended and graduated from Holy Cross in Merrill. She met James Donald Burnett, and the two were united in marriage, until her preceded her in death.

Millie wore many hats and was a motivated wife and mother, always doing whatever she needed to do to provide for her family. Her and her husband, James, had Burnett’s Bait Shop, Burnett’s Rubber Stamp and Print Shop and she worked at many local businesses, including Wire Products and Northern Wire. She was well-known for making Raggity Ann and Andy dolls for her friends and family, baking amazing cookies and raising canaries. Millie was not one to be afraid to voice her thoughts and opinions, and had a spunky and feisty spirit! She looked forward to playing cards with family, playing Bingo, going to the casino and working in her flower bed. Millie was a strong-willed woman that will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Millie is survived by her children: Gerald “Jerry” (Shelly) Burnett of Merrill, WI, Sandy (Scott) Harkness of Tomahawk, WI, Joe (Tammy) Burnett of Merrill, WI, Jimmy (Jodi) Burnett of Antigo and Krissy (Asan) Adiloski of Merrill, WI., 20 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren, sister: Jeanie Herdt, her dog: Bluey and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband: James Donald Burnett, grandchildren: Jennifer Burnett and Daniel Adoliski, great grandson: Riley Burnett, brothers: Tommy, Ronnie, Donnie, Georgie and Jimmy Woller and brother-in-law: Benjamin “Benji” Herdt.

A celebration of Millie’s life will be held at a later date.

The family wishes to thank Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services for their care and support.

Taylor-Stine-Waid Funeral & Cremation Services of Merrill is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are encouraged and may be made at www.taylorstinewaid.com.