Wausau Paranormal Research Society Team

SHAWN BLASCHKA
Position: Director / Founder / Webmaster

Profile: I first became interested in ghosts as a young boy when my dad would tell me stories about his experiences in the old Plumer mansion where he worked. I have been studying and investigating the paranormal for ten years and have had several personal encounters with the "unknown." I have articles in several books, some of which are - Encyclopedia of Haunted Places - by Jeff Belanger, Famous Wisconsin Ghosts and Ghost Hunters - by Hannah Heidi Levy & Brian Borton, 21st Century Ghosts - by Jason Karl and Weird Wisconsin - by Linda S. Godfrey & Richard D. Hendricks.

I am a member of the American Ghost Society and also an area representative for North Central Wisconsin. I'm also a member of the Marathon County Historical Society and the WPRS is listed as a T.A.P.S. family member and representative for Wisconsin.

I have a degree in Police Science from Northcentral Technical College and hold a certification in Corrections, Fire Science and Scuba Diving.

I am available to speak to any community groups on ghost investigation / hauntings and also available to provide private ghost tours for groups of 20 or more for a small fee.

Position: Assistant Director / Senior Investigator / Research Specialist

Profile: Studying paranormal phenomena has been a life-long hobby of Anji's. She hails from Cincinnati, Ohio and holds a degree from the College of Mount St. Joseph. Anji has a background in business administration and accounting, and is currently a homemaker.

BETSY DUGINSKI

Position: Senior Investigator / Draft Specialist

Profile: Betsy has been interested in the paranormal for a long time, having grown up in a house with residual ghosts (one human, one feline). She has also seen a UFO and has had an out-of-body experience. Her interest in the paranormal led her to take a Downtown Wausau Ghost Tour on Halloween, and one year later she became a member of the Wausau Paranormal Research Society, helping lead the tours. Betsy approaches ghost hunting with a very scientific viewpoint and holds a Bachelor’s degree in forestry and soil science.

Position: Senior Investigator

Profile: James has been interested in the paranormal since childhood and has experienced many unexplainable occurrences. Being receptive to paranormal phenomena, he is seeking a better understanding of this phenomena. James is a veteran of the USAF and served as a security specialist at RAF Mildenhall and Tinker Air Force Base, OK. He has an Associates Degree in Police Science from North Central Technical College and is employed in the criminal justice field.

Position: Investigator / Secretary

Profile: Who is Sara Shaw? I am the most recent member of the group ("newbie"), and am ready to learn, absorb, and help - not only myself, but those who come to WPRS looking for answers. I am looking for the same thing we all are or that we cannot explain - what happens when we die, what is in the beyond, and could there be something more than what we "see"? While I have never had my own personal experiences I respect those who have and can't wait to hear about experiences and learn from them.

Position: Investigator

Profile: Sharon has been interested in the paranormal since childhood and has experienced many unexplainable occurrences, all of which have led to her interest in paranormal investigations. Sharon is a veteran of the US Army, where she served as a Morse Code Intercept Operator in the United States and Korea. She has an Associate Degree in Accounting and a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology and is currently employed in the Social Services field.

Position: Investigator

Profile: I am one of the newer members of the group. I have had an interest in the paranormal for many years. This interest began with a personal experience, and grew stronger as I began to speak to others who also had personal experiences. After several more personal experiences, including a residency in a haunted apartment, and taking a Downtown Wausau Ghost Tour, I began to research and ask questions about the group. I liked the professionalism and truth seeking side of this team and sought membership. Having now been accepted into the group, and with a few investigations under my belt, I am thrilled to be a part of this team.