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.
Jerome "Jerry" P. Greisch
Sep 10, 2015
In the early morning of September 10, 2015, Jerome "Jerry" P. Greisch, 86, joined his heavenly father and family in Heaven. Jerry was born August 29, 1929 in Medford to the late Cleatus and Lydia (Zimmerman) Greisch. Jerry was a Korean War veteran, serving in the United States Army. When Jerry came home he worked odd jobs until becoming a...
Dorothy Hughes
Sep 9, 2015
Dorothy "Dotty" Hughes, 74, Marathon, died Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at home, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born February 10, 1941 in Marathon, daughter of the late Frank and Maria (Franz) Hughes. For many years, she worked as a registered nurse for Dr. Ware at the Marathon Clinic and then worked for Pine...
Leona D. Davidowski
Sep 8, 2015
Leona D. Davidowski, 83, Ringle, died Tuesday September 8, 2015 at St. Clare's Hospital. She was born November 2, 1931, in Wausau, daughter of the late Peter and Frances (Falkowski) Nievinski. On December 21, 1951, she married Edwin R. Davidowski at St. Hedwig Catholic Church, Milwaukee. He preceded her in death January 7, 2005. Leona was a baker at Dale's...
Lula G. Bender
Sep 7, 2015
Lula G. Bender, 94, a former town of Norrie resident, died Monday September 7, 2015 at the Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau. She was born November 10, 1920 in Wittenberg, daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Bessette) Feavel. On October 29, 1938, she married Anton Bender Sr. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Wittenberg. He preceded her in death December 6,...
Norman Shevy
Sep 6, 2015
Norman Shevy, 83, of Wausau passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2015 in the care of Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was married to the late Marlene Shevy for 55 years, and was a Korean War Veteran. He was affectionately known as "The Legend" by family and friends. Norman is survived by five of his children, Steve Shevy; Cindy (Wayne)...
Eleanor M. Rowell
Sep 5, 2015
Eleanor Rowell, 94, Wausau, died Saturday, September 5, 2015 at Cedar Creek Manor in Kronenwetter, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born August 1, 1921 in Iola, Wisconsin, daughter of the late George and Edith (Norby) Knaup. On August 1, 1941, she married Glen Rowell in Tripoli, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death on...
Evelyn M. Hilber
Sep 5, 2015
Evelyn M. Hilber, 92, Marathon, died Saturday, September 05, 2015 at Copperleaf Assisted Living, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born February 2, 1923 in Marathon, daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Kennedy) Hall. On April 11, 1944, she married Arthur Hilber in Marathon. He preceded her in death on April 5, 2001....
Claude A. Gantner
Sep 5, 2015
Claude A. Gantner, 86, Rib Mountain, went to his heavenly home on September 5, 2015. He was born April 7, 1929 in Edgar, son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Schueller) Gantner. He went through the eighth grade at Holy Family Catholic School in Poniatowski at what he called "Poniatowski University". On September 1, 1956 he was united in marriage...
Michael A. Mosure
Sep 3, 2015
Michael A. Mosure, 76, of Wausau passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2015. Mike is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sandra "Sandy" Mosure, seven children, Colleen (Steve) Hazen, Kevin (Gina) Mosure, Kelle (Gary) Fecker, Kathleen (Wayne) Haugen, David (Joy) Mosure, Eric (Sarah) Mosure and Jennifer Mosure, 16 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and one sister, Jeri Henry. Mike was...
Lawrence W. Roloff
Sep 3, 2015
Lawrence "Larry" W. Roloff, 78, Wausau, died peacefully at home on Thursday, September 3, 2015 surrounded by his family, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. He was born August 23, 1937 in Wausau, son of the late Wilbert and Gladys (Blosson) Roloff. On October 20, 1956, he married Sue Sawyer in New Jersey. She preceded him...
Nancy M. Cosman
Sep 3, 2015
Nancy M. Cosman, 75, Wausau died Thursday, September 3, 2015 at her home. She was born March 15, 1940 in Ironwood, Michigan, daughter of the late John and Kathryn (Baker) Laitala. On September 3, 1966 she married Walter L. Cosman III in Sacramento, California. Survivors include her husband, Walter L. Cosman III, Wausau, two children, Juliana (John) Satele, Texas and...
Ruth "Shu" Reich
Sep 2, 2015
Ruth M. Reich On September 2, 2015, Ruth "Shu" M. (Maas) Reich of Wausau, at 99-plus years, gracefully stepped away to her heavenly home in the arms of loved ones at home. The beloved eldest daughter of Otto and Marie (Scutkowski) Maas, Ruth was born on February 10, 1916, in Wausau. Prior to grade school her family lived in Jessieville,...
Elroy H. Lawonn
Aug 31, 2015
Elroy H. Lawonn, 91, Wausau, died Monday, August 31, 2015 at Stoney River in Weston. He was born October 8, 1923 in Milwaukee, son of the late Harry and Erna (Marsten) Lawonn. On March 1, 1947, he married Elaine Whitmore in Wausau. She preceded him in death on June 5, 1989. For 32 years, Elroy was a police officer with...
Barbara A. Martin
Aug 27, 2015
Barbara "Barb" A. Martin, 65, Wausau passed away peacefully in the Palliative Care Unit at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on Thursday, August 27, 2015. She was born to the late Clarence and Marcella (Schueller) Martin in the town of Rib Falls on February 15, 1950. Barb was a joy to all who worked with her and helped care for her during...
Thomas J. Hummel
Aug 25, 2015
Thomas J. Hummel, 56, Wausau, died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born December 12, 1958 in Oklahoma City, Okla., son of the late Merle "Red" Smith and Betty (Wonn) Smith. Tom was currently employed with K-Tech as a Production Manager and was an active volunteer with K-Tech charities. Among his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed watching...
John H. Sahr
Aug 25, 2015
John H. Sahr, 89, Wausau, died Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born September 14, 1925 in Tomahawk, son of the late Mathias and Clara (Klapperich) Sahr. On June 15, 1946, he married Elizabeth "Betty" Madden at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. She survives. John worked for James River Corp. for 38 years until his retirement....
Leo H. Leffel
Aug 23, 2015
Leo H. Leffel, 90, died Sunday, August 23, 2015 in Tomahawk, at his home. He was born April 3, 1925 in Colby, son of the late Otto and Bertha (Hoernke) Leffel. On August 31, 1955 he married Joanne Gierl in Colby. She preceded him in death on February 15, 2008. Leo farmed in the town of Frankfort. He enjoyed making...
Timothy R. Sullivan
Aug 21, 2015
Timothy R. Sullivan, 65, Lake Tomahawk, formerly of Anna Maria, Florida, died Friday, August 21, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born February 26, 1950 in Ironwood, Mich. On July 7, 2007, he married Paula (Cromer) Bryant in Anna Maria, Fla. She survives. Throughout his life, Tim owned and operated numerous construction companies and various restaurants and bars, most...
Lynette B. Kloth
Aug 18, 2015
Lynette B. Kloth, 80, Wausau died Tuesday, August 18, 2015 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Colonial Manor Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Wausau. She was born December 9, 1934 in the town of Stettin, daughter of the late Richard and Erna (Kniess) Klockziem. Lynette was united in marriage to Fred Kloth on May 28, 1955...
Allan D. Oelke
Aug 17, 2015
Allan D. Oelke, 76, Wausau, died Monday, August 17, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born June 12, 1939 in Wausau, son of the late Norman and Verna (Hintz) Oelke. On December 6, 1986, he married Mary (Kersemeier)Schuster at Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church, Wausau. She survives. Allan worked for Wausau Homes and John Ohrmundt Construction Company for over...