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.
John D. Pergolski
Jun 1, 2019
John D. Pergolski, Rib Mountain passed away Saturday, June 1, 2019 at Cedar Creek Manor under the care of Aspirus Comfort care and Hospice Services while surrounded by his loving family.
He was born November 7, 1952 in Wausau, son of the late Edwin and Lucille (Barden) Pergolski. John graduated from Wausau West High School in 1971....
Marion L. (Wiedow) Kickbusch
May 31, 2019
Marion Lois Kickbusch, 91, Wausau, formerly of the Town of Hamburg, died Friday, May 31, 2019 at Wausau Manor while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Marion was born December 2, 1927, in Wausau, daughter of John and Clara (Baguhn) Wiedow. She married Arthur E. Kickbusch, June 19, 1946 at St. Peter Lutheran...
Shirley Sophia (Weiler) Zenner
May 28, 2019
Shirley S. Zenner, 81, Athens, passed away peacefully on Tuesday morning, May 28, 2019 at Rib Lake Health Services.
She was born April 15, 1938 in Athens, daughter of the late Sebastian and Anna (Post) Weiler. On June 21, 1958, she married Ronald Zenner at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. He preceded her in death on July...
Raymond "Ray" P. Urmanski
May 27, 2019
Raymond P. “Ray” Urmanski, 96, Wausau died Monday, May 27, 2019 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born April 2, 1923 in Marathon County, son of the late Peter and Katherine (Jakubowski) Urmanski. On May 28, 1954 he married Imelda “Millie” Johnas at Holy Name Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him...
Gunnar John Zemski
May 25, 2019
Gunnar John Zemski, much loved and loving son of Lee and Ann Zemski, unexpectedly passed into eternal life on May 25, 2019. His bright smile, terrific sense of humor, and incredible hugs are irreplaceable and will be greatly missed.
He was born on November 30, 1999, in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was preceded in death by his best...
Barbara Mary (King) Knudson
May 25, 2019
Barbara Mary Knudson (née King) died peacefully at Hospice House on May 25, 2019 in Wausau, WI at the age of 78.
Barbara is survived by children, Laura Davis (husband, Eric Roberts) and Jason Davis (partner, Lisa Szews); grandchildren Grayson Roberts and Zoë Roberts; siblings, Lee Ann King (Steven Nyberg) and Debbe Ostrowski (Jef); Goddaughter Molly Schultz,...
James "Jim" L. Schweizer
May 25, 2019
James “Jim” L. Schweizer, 77, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born January 27, 1942 in Joliet, Illinois, son of the late Louis Benedict and Agnes (Rapp) Schweizer. On April 4, 1964 he married Diana Rose Hansen in Marion, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death May 3, 2013.
Jim worked...
Margaret E. Holbach
May 25, 2019
Margaret E. Holbach 94, Wausau, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Mount View Care Center, Wausau.
She was born January 5, 1925 in town of Halsey, daughter of the late Henry and Elsie (Becker) Adams. On April 30, 1946 she married Sylvester Holbach in Wausau. He preceded...
Kenneth "Pete" H. Hoffman
May 25, 2019
Kenneth “Pete” H. Hoffman, 83, Wausau, died Saturday, May 25, 2019 at his home.
He was born July 3, 1935 in Wausau, son of the late Elmer and Margaret (Sigmund) Hoffman. On August 3, 1968 he married Kathleen Derfus in Stratford. She survives.
Pete started his working career as a cheese maker and later went...
Virginia M. Krause
May 24, 2019
Virginia M. Krause 83, Merrill, passed away Friday May 24, 2019 at Benedictine Living Center, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born November 18, 1935 in Merrill, daughter of the late Clarence and Valeria (Radloff) Borchardt. On December 12, 1953, she married Gordon P. Krause in Merrill. He preceded her in...
Joan E. Erdman
May 24, 2019
Joan E. Erdman, 91, Wausau, died Friday, May 24, 2019 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born January 11, 1928 in Oconomowoc, daughter of the late Martin and Enid (Melang) Erdman.
Before retirement Joan worked in the statistical department at Wausau Insurance. She volunteered for many years at Mount View Care Center. She was a...
Elizabeth "Liz" C. (Mccurley) Dwyer
May 22, 2019
Elizabeth C. Dwyer (Liz), 76, Schofield died Wednesday, May 22, 2019 under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice at Pride TLC, Weston.
Liz was born October 27, 1942 at the Brooklyn Naval Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, daughter of the late James and Agnes (MacLaren) McCurley.
A devoted Mother, she enjoyed spending time with...
James F. Edens
May 21, 2019
James F. Edens, 68, Basil Drive, Madison, peacefully passed from this life Tuesday May 21, 2019 at his home.
He was born September 6, 1950, in Wausau, son of the late Levi W. Edens and Elaine (Hedtke) Edens Hettinga.
James was baptized in the family home in Hatley, WI and was confirmed in his faith...
Ronald L. Fountaine
May 21, 2019
Ronald L. Fountaine, 75, Wausau, died Tuesday May 21, 2019 at his home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born December 13, 1943, in Wausau, son of the late Maurice and Rita (Engman) Fountaine. Prior to his retirement, Ronald had been employed at the Technical College.
Survivors include his...
Robert F. Towns
May 21, 2019
Robert F. Towns, 88, Waupaca, died Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Theda Care Appleton. Robert was born November 24, 1930 to the late John and Esther (Keller) Towns in Mt. Morris, IL. He married Valderine Burroughs on December 31, 1950 in Neenah. She preceded him in death on November 26, 2001.
Robert served his country honorably in...
Dennis D. Dabbert
May 21, 2019
Dennis D. Dabbert, 72, Kronenwetter died Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at Tomahawk Health Services under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice.
He was born January 7, 1947 in Wausau, son of the late Dale and Mary (Keller) Dabbert. On August 21, 1971, he married Susan Hornung at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild. She survives.
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Mary Ann (Hartell) Bryden
May 19, 2019
Mary Ann Bryden, 84, Weston passed away Sunday, May 19, 2019 at Ascension St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston.
She was born September 2, 1934 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Fred and Francis (Doncheck) Hartell. On April 7, 1956 she married Fred Bryden Jr. in Escanaba, Michigan. He survives.
After graduation from Mishicot High School,...
Loren R. Ellis
May 11, 2019
Loren R. Ellis, 83, Wausau, died Saturday May 11, 2019 at the Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born December 2, 1935, in Omro, son of the late Joe and Adeline (Fiegel) Ellis. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he served from 1954 until 1957 with service in North Africa. On May 16, 1958, he married Alberta...
Vivian M. Koppa
May 10, 2019
Vivian M. Koppa died Friday, May 10, 2019 at Azura Memory Care, Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. She was 94 years old.
Vivian was born on April 7, 1925 in Wausau, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Joseph P. and Helen M. (Sniegoski) Skarwecki. She married Alexander J. Koppa at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau on November 4, 1950. Alex preceded...
William "Bill" John Jaeger
May 10, 2019
William J. "Bill" Jaeger, 82, Marathon, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, May 10, 2019 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born March 31, 1937 in Marshfield, son of the late Arnold and Mae (Gorman) Jaeger. On March 30, 1959, he married Nancy Chrouser at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Stratford. She survives.
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