Eagle Rescue Turned Tragic

Milwaukee News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

A 72-year-old outdoorsman named Robert Marti, affectionately called “Rubber,” drowned while attempting to rescue an injured eagle from Lake Petenwell. Despite being told to wait for professional help, Marti, driven by his deep love for nature, returned to the lake alone—without a life jacket. Search teams found his body near shore, with fishing gear and eagle feathers nearby, suggesting he became entangled in underwater debris. Known for his skills, passion for wildlife, and work as a carpenter, Marti’s selfless act ended tragically, leaving his family heartbroken but grateful for the rescue…