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.
Darin James Roth
Jan 6, 2025
Darin J. Roth, 58, Wausau, died Monday, January 6, 2025, at the UW Hospital in Madison, after battling cancer.
Darin was born December 10, 1966, in Milwaukee, the son of the late James and Darlene (Schultz) Roth. He spent his early years in Milwaukee and then Merrill before relocating at age 18 to Phoenix, AZ. Later, he...
Bonnie Babl
Jan 5, 2025
Bonnie Babl, 74, died Sunday, January 5, 2025, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home.
She was born August 11, 1950, in Evanston, Illinois, daughter of the late Frank and Martha (Cole) Lewandowski. On April 19, 1969, she married Thomas Babl in Round Lake, Illinois and he preceded her in death...
Lavern L. Syring
Jan 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, Lieutenant Colonel LaVern L. Syring, 92, of Wausau, Wisconsin. Vern passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at Cedar Creek Manor in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin.
He was born May 1, 1932, in Ladysmith, Wisconsin to the late Karl and Anna (Hon) Syring. Growing up...
Lorna Helen (Hass) Sellin
Jan 4, 2025
Lorna H. Sellin, 91, Wausau, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Saturday, January 4, 2025 at Applegate Terrace in Wausau, under the care of Interim Hospice.
She was born July 12, 1933 in Gleason, WI, daughter of the late Arnold and Ella (Burmeister) Hass. On July 27, 1957, she married Elroy Sellin at Trinity...
Harvey A. Smith
Jan 3, 2025
Harvey A. Smith, a beloved father, grandfather (“Papa”), and friend, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 74. A resident of Elmhurst, IL, Harvey lived a life defined by kindness, generosity, and an unwavering dedication to his family.
Born on November 3, 1950, Harvey grew up with a love for learning and an...
Judith A. Peterson
Jan 3, 2025
Judith A. Peterson (nee Hanson), age 84, peacefully fell asleep and was gathered to her people on Friday, January 3, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston, WI. She was born on June 7, 1940, in Milwaukee to Arnold and Helen Hanson.
She is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Ronald A. (Pete) Peterson, her...
Joseph "Joe" Zyduck
Jan 3, 2025
Joseph “Joe” M. Zyduck, 61, died Friday, January 3, 2025, at his home.
He was born July 8, 1963, in Waterloo, Iowa, son of the late Ronald and Barbara (Burish) Zyduck. In 1982 he graduated from Mosinee High School. In 1983 he graduated from Northcentral Technical College with a welding degree and in 1986 he received a...
Adrian Ortiz
Jan 1, 2025
Adrian Ortiz, age 22, was born in Elkhorn, Wisconsin on October 21, 2002 to Crystal (Weber) and Felipe Ortiz. He blessed this world until January 1, 2025, in Tomahawk, Wisconsin.
Adrian spent his life making sure others did not feel alone and knew how to put a smile on anyone’s face. He was your classic goofy guy...
Keshawn (Keke) Anthony Schave
Jan 1, 2025
Keshawn (Keke) Schave of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on January 1st, 2025 at the age of 23 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Keke was born January 12th 2001 and was a 2019 graduate of D.C. Everest HS.
Keke loved spending time outdoors, listening to music, going for walks and especially loved interacting with anyone he encountered....
Mary L. Myshka
Jan 1, 2025
Mary L. Myshka, 95, of Wausau, WI died suddenly and peacefully on Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
She was born in Milwaukee on July 14, 1929, daughter of Emil and Annette (Merklein) Mueller. Mary grew up in Wausau and graduated from Wausau High School. On October 7, 1950, she married the love of her life, John Myshka, son...
Darwin D. Brunow
Dec 31, 2024
Darwin D. Brunow, 68, died Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born September 22, 1956, in Wausau, son of Viola (Krueger) Brunow and the late Eldor Brunow. On June 1, 2024, he married Diana (Olmstead) Place in Mosinee.
In his younger years, he enjoyed stock car racing and raced at several local tracks...
Leroy Robert Zernicke
Dec 29, 2024
LeRoy Robert Zernicke, 89 of Wausau, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, at Aspirus Hospital on Sunday, December 29, 2024.
He was born October 31, 1935 in Shawano, son of Maynard and Ruth (Haut) Zernicke. LeRoy married DeAnna Pagel on December 3, 1960 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Town of Stettin. She preceded him in death June 9,...
Ava Mae Bredda
Dec 27, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Ava Mae Bredda, on Friday, December 27, 2024. We were blessed to have Ava with us for two hours and one minute before she peacefully took her last breath in her parents’ arms. Born with Trisomy 18, a rare chromosomal condition, Ava touched our lives...
Robert "Bob" A. Kucirek
Dec 27, 2024
Robert “Bob” A. Kucirek, 90, was taken to heaven on December 27, 2024 after passing away peacefully in the care of the palliative care unit at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born in Wausau, WI on July 5, 1934 to the late Joseph and Florence (Schreier) Kucirek. He was a graduate of Wausau Senior High class of...
Joanne A. Berndt
Dec 26, 2024
Joanne A. Berndt, age 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born in 1938, in Unity, Wisconsin, and was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Verna Weber (Schumacher) of Colby, Wisconsin. Joanne grew up in Colby, where she helped on the family farm. She later moved to Wausau...
Jayne A. Kole
Dec 25, 2024
Jayne A. Kole, 67, died Wednesday, December 25, 2024, at her home in Pearson.
She was born March 18, 1957, in Wausau, daughter of the late Adam and Shirley (Sobkowiak) Zajackowski. On July 9, 1983, she married Ronald Kole at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild.
Jayne worked for over 30 years at Kolbe and Kolbe...
Joyce Ahles
Dec 24, 2024
Joyce Ahles, 89, Marathon, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at Copperleaf Assisted Living, Marathon, while under the care of Heartland Hospice.
She was born April 2, 1935, in Milan, daughter of the late Werner and Louise (Vesely) Schaefer. On June 25, 1955, she married Florian Ahles at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Milan.
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Klaus D. Neumann
Dec 22, 2024
Klaus D. Neumann, 90, of Kronenwetter, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024 at Cedar Creek Manor under the care of Compassus Hospice.
He was born on September 4, 1934 in Kiel, Germany to the late Anni and Kurt Neumann. Klaus married MaryAnn Niedzwiedz-Manijak in Conover, Wisconsin, on September 4, 1990 and she preceded him in death...
Myron G. Grassl
Dec 22, 2024
Myron George Grassl, 80, of Edgar, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at home, surrounded by family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born on April 14, 1944 to George and Hilda (Zeller) Grassl. Myron grew up on the family farm in Blenker, Wisconsin and graduated from Auburndale High...
Mary M. (Stoehr) Tessmer
Dec 22, 2024
Mary M. Tessmer, 88, of Athens, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024, under the compassionate care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at the Hospice House in Wausau.
Mary was born on January 3, 1936, in Gresham, to the late Frank and Margaret (Scherer) Stoehr. She had a traditional German farm upbringing; she worked...
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