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One Dead After Missing People Found in Price County

One of the two missing people found in Price County Monday is dead.

The Price County Sheriff’s Office said Barbara Wilson, 86, of Marshfield likely died of exposure. They are still waiting for an autopsy to confirm.

Dale Wilson, 63, of Marshfield, survived. He is being treated for exposure at Aspirus Medford Hospital.

The Price County Sheriff’s Office and Sawyer County Search and Rescue team found the pair, with help from other local police departments.

An investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Erin Gottsacker worked at WXPR as a Morning Edition host and reporter from December 2020 to January 2023. During her time at the station, Erin reported on the issues that matter most in the Northwoods.
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