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.
Kurt L. Habeck
Jul 14, 2024
Kurt L. Habeck, 59, Wausau, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born May 27, 1965 in Wausau, son of the late Trueman and Beatrice (Justesen) Habeck.
Kurt worked at Zillman's Meat Market for many years. He was an avid golfer, enjoyed NASCAR and was a Green Bay Packer...
Florence M. Jojade
Jul 12, 2024
Florence M. Jojade, 98, of Merrill, WI and formerly of Wausau, WI passed away on Friday, July 12, 2024 at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born on September 25, 1925 in Wausau to the late Joseph and Martha (Kolasinski) Wiesneske. She married Charles D. Jojade...
Kenneth "Kenny" L. Gauerke
Jul 10, 2024
Kenneth “Kenny” L. Gauerke, 67, Athens passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 12, 1957, in Wausau, son of the late Lester and Virginia (Metz) Gauerke. Ken graduated from Athens High School in 1975 and in his opinion, it was the best class ever! ...
Leigh A. Carpenter
Jul 9, 2024
Leigh A. Carpenter, 42, Wausau unexpectedly received her Angel Wings in the early hours of Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born on August 31, 1981 in Wausau to Carla (Wilde) Carpenter, Wausau and the late Bruce Carpenter. Leigh went to school in the Wausau area and enjoyed her large family and friends....
Carol A. (Johnson) Bauer
Jul 5, 2024
With great sorrow in our hearts, we announce the passing of Carol Ann Bauer, 80, on Friday, July 5, 2024. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family while under the care of Interim Hospice.
Carol was born on July 16, 1943 in Unity, WI to the late Russell and Florence (Schreiber) Johnson. On October...
Joel M. Block
Jul 5, 2024
With the love of his life by his side, Joel M. Block, passed away peacefully at his Wisconsin summer home on Friday, July 5, 2024 at the age of 74. Joel leaves behind his loving family including his soul mate of 31 years Karen (Schaffer) Block, his sons Jody (Heather) Block, Jesse (Darcy) Block, and his daughter Crystal (Chad)...
Orville C. Mallak
Jul 4, 2024
Orville C. Mallak, 93, Village of Maine, went to heaven on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at his home. Orville was born on July 17,1930 in Chicago, Illinois, son of Leo and Lucille (Orlikowski) Mallak. In 1932 he moved to Edgar, then lived in Wausau, and later moved to Merrill in 1934. He attended St. James Catholic School and graduated...
Rita T. (Bishop) Seymour
Jul 4, 2024
Rita T. Seymour, 93, peacefully passed away on Thursday, July 4, 2024 at the Copperleaf Assisted Living in Weston, Wisconsin.
She was born on January 6, 1931, in Chicago, IL to the late Edward A. and Lillian G. (Knaak) Bishop. She grew up in a very large family during the depression. She attended school in Markham, IL. ...
John R. Marzynski
Jul 3, 2024
John R. Marzynski, 69, Marathon, died Wednesday July 3, 2024, at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield.
He was born June 1, 1955, in Edgar, son of the late Raymond and Genevieve (Pawluczek) Marzynski. Prior to his passing, John was employed as an over the road truck driver. Among his many pastimes he enjoyed photography, motorcycling, snowmobiling, hunting and...
Imelda (Weiler) Dvorak
Jun 30, 2024
Imelda A. Dvorak passed away at home peacefully in her sleep in the early morning hours of June 30, 2024.
She was born June 19, 1931, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Clem and Cecilia (Wilger) Weiler. She grew up in Athens where she would help her dad out in his wood shop (Weiler Woodwork) making windows...
Donald "Don" W. Voight
Jun 26, 2024
Donald “Don” Voight, 85, of Wausau, departed his earthly life unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 26th at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Donald was born on September 3, 1938 in Hayward, WI to the late Carl and Olive (Larson) Voight. He grew up on the family farm, which instilled in him his lifelong value of hard work. Work brought Don...
Carolyn "Carrie" E. Bratz
Jun 24, 2024
Carolyn “Carrie” E. Bratz, 60, of the town of Hewitt, fell asleep with Jesus on Monday, June 24, 2024 at her home, with her husband, Randy, by her side.
She was born on June 5, 1964 in Mishicot to Robert and Karen (Peltier) Weichart. Carolyn graduated from Mishicot High School in 1982. She married Randy L. Bratz...
Franklin L. Raymond
Jun 23, 2024
Franklin (Porky) L. Raymond, 92, of Wakefield, MI, passed away peacefully at home in Athens, WI, early Sunday morning, June 23, 2024, with his family by his side after a 1-month battle with lung cancer.
He was born February 2, 1932, in Merriweather, Michigan, the son of the late Franklin Oliver Raymond and Vera (Cook) Raymond. On...
Grace D. (Jaecks) Berg
Jun 23, 2024
Grace D. Berg, 86, Wausau, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Grace was born on July 7, 1937, to Frederick and Verona (Wachholz) Jaecks. She graduated from Wausau High School in 1955 and married Gordon R. Berg on June 7, 1958, at St. Stephen’s Lutheran Church in Wausau.
Grace served...
Shirley M. (Allman) Kettner
Jun 21, 2024
Shirley Minnie Kettner, 86, beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother went home to her Lord peacefully surrounded by family and wrapped in the arms of her son Andy on Friday, June 21, at Benedictine Living Community, Wausau.
She was born on April 21, 1938 to the late Harold and Minnie (Stuhr) Allman in Marshfield, WI. Shirley...
Margo C. (Delonay) Hollibush
Jun 21, 2024
Margo C. Hollibush, 83, Marshfield, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 21, 2024 while under the care of Heartland Hospice at Stoney River, Marshfield.
She was born July 3, 1940 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Omer and Bertha (Lorbetske) DeLonay.
Margo spent the majority of her professional career as a dental hygienist, working for...
Sophie M. Braun
Jun 20, 2024
Sophia Margaret Braun peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024, just short of her 91st birthday. She leaves behind a legacy of love and faith.
Born on the Hart family farm in Poniatowski, Wisconsin, she was one of eleven children to John and Louise Hart. She attended Poniatowski and Athens schools and later married Floyd Braun on...
Latrice Denise Porter
Jun 19, 2024
LaTrice Denise Porter (LT), 49, went home to her Lord and Savior June 19, 2024, at her home in Wausau. She was born on April 3, 1975, in Little Rock, AR to Glen Nichols (Brooks) and the late William Porter. She married her bestfriend and soulmate, Fritz Reiche, June 27, 2016, in Winter Haven, FL.
Though her...
Jeanette M. Lapean
Jun 18, 2024
Jeanette Margaret LaPean went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Sylvan Crossings, Wausau. She was born on December 30, 1934, to the late Arthur and Agatha (Knoeck) Hall in Marathon, WI. Jeanette graduated from Marathon High School and was employed at Steffke Freight. She met the love of her life, Roy F. LaPean...
Brenda Burger
Jun 18, 2024
Brenda Burger died June 18, 2024 after a long hard fought 7 year battle with cancer.
Brenda was born January 2, 1954 to the late Raymond and Elaine (Stoltenow) Hentz at Hankinson, ND where she lived her childhood and teenage years and graduated high school.
Through the years there are many stories that can be...
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