Marvin "Marv" V. Schlais

Marvin “Marv” Schlais, age 65, of Marathon, passed away Saturday July 23, 2002 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was born December 9, 1956 in Wausau, son of the late Virgil and Bernadine (Bargender) Schlais. Marv graduated from Edgar High School. He served in the United States Navy. On April 14, 1978 he married Donna Hornung in Edgar, WI. Marv was employed at Greenheck Fan Corporation for over 40 years.

His main love was his family and friends. Marv also enjoyed nature, spending time at the cottage up north, trips to California, his dogs, the Green Bay Packers, his Toyota Landcruiser’s and adding a twist of humor.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Donna of Marathon, two daughters, Jenn (Justin) Ruplinger of Suamico and Terese (Jeff) Kunick of Minneapolis, two grandchildren, Dax and Laken Ruplinger of Suamico, sister, Janice Springer of Edgar and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law, Leonard Springer.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at Highland Community Church, 800 RIVER ROAD, MARATHON. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until the time of the service Wednesday at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com