OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Wausau, Athens, Marathon, and Edgar
The obituaries in the Wausau, Athens, Marathon, and Edgar Areas reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Wausau, Athens, Marathon, and Edgar's history and identity.
Jeremy J. Kratwell
Jul 27, 2025
Jeremy J. Kratwell, 46, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at home, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
He was born on June 15, 1979 in Wausau to Thomas and Jody (Thorson) Kratwell. Jeremy graduated from Wausau West High School with the class of 1997 and was a member of the ski team. They were the first to...
Gerald E. Heindl
Jul 27, 2025
Gerald E. Heindl, 91, of Madison, formerly of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025, at All Saints Neighborhood Assisted Living, under the care of Agrace Hospice Care.
He was born on March 30, 1934 in Marathon to the late Joseph and Florence (Milbeck) Heindl. Gerald was united in marriage to Rita Vogedes on June 8, 1953 at St. Mary...
Joseph "Joe" Arthur Breaman
Jul 26, 2025
Joseph Arthur “Joe” Breaman, age 87, of Merrill, WI passed away on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Bell Tower Residence Assisted Living and Memory Care while under the care of their wonderful staff, his family, and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born on St. Joseph’s Day, Monday, March 19, 1938, in Sioux City, IA, son of the late...
Frieda "Lucy" Essex
Jul 26, 2025
Frieda “Lucy” Essex, 88, Rib Mountain, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 26, 2025 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.
She was born August 7, 1936 in Fond du Lac, WI, daughter of the late Alphonse and Frieda Greenwald. On August 14, 1954, she was united in marriage to James Russell Essex in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on October 27,...
Leurelle S. Reynolds
Jul 24, 2025
Leurelle S. Reynolds, 94, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, Weston.
She was born August 24, 1930, in Marshfield, daughter of the late Paul and Lucile (Hanna) Steger. Leurelle graduated from Marshfield Senior High in 1948 and went on to pursue a degree in Medical Technology working in hospitals in the Green Bay area. On...
Barney J. Flees
Jul 23, 2025
Barney J. Flees, 89, Hatley passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 while under the care of Interim Healthcare at his home.
He was born November 26, 1935 in Marathon County, son of the late Felix and Marcella (Bronk) Flees. On February 16, 1984 he married Karen Gorski in Wausau. She survives.
For many years Barney was a mason for Ritchie...
Wendell B. Carlson
Jul 22, 2025
Wendell Bryon Carlson, 89, of Lac La Belle, Michigan left his loved ones on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, following a brief illness. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 1, 1936, son of the late Clarence and Alpha (Gould) Carlson. He moved to Peshtigo, Wisconsin as a young child. He attended Peshtigo Public Schools, graduating with the class of...
Gary W. Starzinski
Jul 16, 2025
Gary Starzinski, age 71, passed away at his home on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Marathon, WI.
He was born on October 21, 1953, in Wausau, WI to Peter and Agnes (Bargender) Starzinski. He attended Marathon High School before studying at U.W.-Stevens Point and earning a degree in soil sciences.
Gary was involved in dairy, ginseng, and mushroom farming along with starting...
Norbert Joseph Nowacki
Jul 15, 2025
Norbert J. Nowacki, 86, Athens, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 15th, 2025, at his home.
He was born on July 4, 1939, in Marathon County, son of the late Theodore and Lauretta (Sommer) Nowacki. He was united in marriage with Janice O. Burger at St. John the Baptist (Wuerzburg) Catholic Church in Athens. She preceded him in death on November...
Vernell M. Rodman
Jul 14, 2025
On July 14, 2025, Vernell Mae Rodman was called home to meet Jesus. Mom was born on November 5, 1933, in the Town of Bern, Marathon County to Charles and Sophie (Post) Weiler. Mom graduated from Athens High School.
On September 3, 1952, she married the love of her life, Hebert Rodman Jr. Together they raised five children. In addition to...
Timothy A. Falkowski
Jul 11, 2025
Timothy (Tim) Alan Falkowski
Age 58
Timothy (Tim) Alan Falkowski, our much-loved brother, uncle, and friend passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025.
He was born on May 16, 1967, to Donald and Carol Falkowski and was the only boy among five kids. Tim graduated with the D.C. Everest Class of 1985 and went right into dairy farming after high school, eventually...
Michael D. Johnson
Jul 9, 2025
Mike Johnson, age 69, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation in Wausau, WI.
Mike was born on March 10, 1956, at Fort Riley U.S. Army Hospital in Kansas to Silas and Dagmar (Herta) Johnson. He attended Black River Falls High School and spent most of his life in western and central Wisconsin.
Mike was...
Janet M. Johnson
Jul 8, 2025
Janet Johnson, 84, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 8, 2025,
She was born February 4, 1941 in Wausau, WI, daughter of the late Harold and Evelyn Kumerow. On August 24, 1963 she married her high school sweetheart Leonard Johnson at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau. They were blessed with 57 wonderful years filled with love and memories.
Janet was...
Ervin Ziegel Jr.
Jul 8, 2025
Ervin Ziegel Jr., passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, at the age of 90.
He was born on Christmas Day 1934 in Hamburg, Wisconsin, to Ervin Sr. and Norma Ziegel. He was one of eight children. Outside his service in the US Army, he lived most of his life in the Wausau area.
On September 6, 1958, Erv married Ruth and...
Victor K. Neville
Jul 6, 2025
Victor K. Neville, 71, passed away Sunday, July 6, 2025, under the care of Compassus Hospice at his home. He was born February 8, 1954, in Ohio.
Survivors include his children, Roxi, Jessica, Victor Jr., Jayme, Emillea and Kayanna; numerous grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
Vivian R. Jeske
Jul 6, 2025
Vivian Jeske, of Marathon, passed away on July 6, 2025, after a life marked by faith, dedication, and quiet service to others.
She was born in Wausau to the late William and Dorothy (Lepak) Lang. As a young woman, Vivian cared for her grandmother for several years, a role she embraced with patience and compassion. She later worked in the kitchen...
Carol D. Reetz
Jul 5, 2025
Carol Denise Reetz, 86, of Wausau, passed away in her sleep at home on July 5, 2025.
Carol was born on March 3, 1939, the second child of Marvin and Ida (Schultz) Laabs. She attended Wausau High School and graduated with the Class of 1957. Shortly after, she began working as a receptionist at the D.J. Murray Manufacturing Company in Wausau,...
Arlon "Hoppy" G. Hopperdietzel
Jul 2, 2025
Arlon G. “Hoppy” Hopperdietzel, 90, King, died Wednesday July 2, 2025 at his home at The Wisconsin Veterans Home at King -in King, WI under the care of the wonderful staff at King, his family and ThedaCare Hospice after a very prolonged debilitating fight with Alzheimer’s Disease, congestive heart failure and renal failure.
He was born October 2, 1934, at home...
James "Jim" L. Seubert
Jun 29, 2025
James “Jim” L. Seubert, 91, Marathon, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Wood Aven, Wausau.
He was born January 20, 1934, in Wausau, son of the late Hugo Sr. and Sophie (Michlig) Seubert. On September 1, 1958, he married Ann Austin at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Halder. She preceded him...
Charlene Joyce Morache
Jun 28, 2025
Charlene Joyce Morache (née Parker), 84, of Wausau, WI, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025. She was born to Frederick Fremont Parker and Charlotte Catherine Becka Parker in Chicago, IL, on July 15, 1940.
In 1960, (Charlene) Joyce was wed to William F. Morache Jr. at St. Louis of France Church, Chicago, IL. Married 57 years, they had five...
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