Donovan "Don" L. Soppe

Donovan “Don” L. Soppe, 74, Rothschild, formerly of Sauk City, died Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at his home.

He was born December 14, 1943 in Bennett, Iowa, son of the late Leonard and Nelba (King) Soppe.  He was a veteran of the United States Navy and served as a Radioman while stationed in Greece and Spain.

For many years, Don worked at Wick Buildings in Mazomanie as a salesman, and most recently worked for the Marathon County Health Department as a Senior Aid.  Among his favorite pastimes, Don enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, duck hunting, woodworking and gardening.  He was also an avid fan of stock car racing and the Green Bay Packers.

Survivors include, two children, Deanna (Bruce) Schertz, Weston and Drake (Belinda) Soppe, McFarland; five grandchildren, Nicole, Evan, Kyle, Brodey and Aurora; and many other relatives and friends.

Memorial services will be at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau.  Rev. Joy Nelson-Jeffers will officiate.  Visitation will be on Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. until time of services at the funeral home.  Military honors will be conducted by the American Legion Montgomery Plant Dudley Post No. 10, Wausau.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com