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.
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...
Loren L. Fraser
Aug 13, 2015
Loren "Brownie" Lee Fraser, 85, Rothschild, died Thursday, August 13, 2015 at his home, under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. He was born July 9, 1930 in Mosinee, son of the late Archie and Elsie Fraser. He was a 1948 graduate of Mosinee High School. In October of 1948, Loren started working for American Can and retired in...
Gary Mueller
Aug 12, 2015
Gary (Herm) Mueller, of Wausau passed away on August 12, 2015 at Aspirus Hospice House with his loving family surrounding him. He was the son of Arthur and Geraldine (Holleran) Mueller, they preceded him in death. He is survived and will be sadly missed by his wife Mary (Budreau), sons, Todd (Lisa) and Garth (Darlene Penrose) and grandson, Tyler. Gary...
William R. Rajek
Aug 11, 2015
William (Bill) Rajek, 58, of Wausau, passed away Tuesday, August 11, 2015 at Ministry St. Clare's Hospital surrounded by family after a courageous two year battle with multiple myeloma. He was born July 23, 1957 in Wausau to Raymond and Angeline (Lang) Rajek. At an early age, athletics became an important part of Bill's life. He was a member of...
Peter "Pete" E. Stelmacher
Aug 11, 2015
Peter "Pete" E. Stelmacher, 69, Sayner, formerly of Wausau, died Tuesday, August 11, 2015 under the care of Hospice at his home. He was born December 2, 1945 in Wisconsin Rapids, son of the late Clarence and Effie (Michaelson) Stelmacher. In 1969 he married Kathleen Dehlinger and they later divorced. On January 6, 2001 he married Denise Schwarz (Lemke) in...
Mary I. O' Keefe
Aug 10, 2015
Mary Irene (nee Nosarzewski) O'Keefe, 90, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 10, 2015. Mary was born December 15, 1924 in Chicago, IL to the late Joseph and Irene Nosarzewski. From an early age, Mary was surrounded with music and acting. She and her family would gather to sing and put on plays. We were lucky recently to...
Matthew M. Lannigan
Aug 6, 2015
Matthew M. Lannigan, 33, Oshkosh, passed away Thursday August 6, 2015 in Oshkosh after a courageous, well fought battle against cancer. Matthew was currently three semesters from completion of his Master's Degree from UW Stout, having maintained a 4.0 grade point average throughout his cancer treatments. His positive attitude and bravery in the face of adversity was an inspiration to...
