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.

Deborah "Debby" Ann (Mrozinski)  Kizewski

Deborah "Debby" Ann (Mrozinski) Kizewski

May 13, 2024

Deborah “Debby” A. Kizewski, 69, Wausau, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

She was born September 23, 1954 in Stevens Point, WI, daughter of the late George and Patricia “Patsy” (Eckman) Mrozinski.  On September 22, 1973, she married Jerome “Jerry” Kizewski in Stevens Point.  He survives.

For 30 years, Debby...

Gary L. Lehman

Gary L. Lehman

May 12, 2024

Gary Lee Lehman, a servant of God, peacefully passed away with his family by his side on May 12, 2024, at the age of 78, at the care of Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born July 4, 1945, in Athens, WI to Edmund and Rose (Romang) Lehman.

He was a graduate of Athens High School in 1963...

Jean M. (Callahan)  Lella

Jean M. (Callahan) Lella

May 11, 2024

Jean M. Lella, 88, Weston passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 11, 2024 while under the care of Interim Hospice at Our House Senior Living, Wausau.

She was born November 27, 1935 in Wausau, daughter of the late James and Marie (Tetzlaff) Callahan.  On July 11, 1959 she married Joseph “Joe” Lella at St. James Catholic Church,...

Jeannine "Jen" R. Boehm

Jeannine "Jen" R. Boehm

May 8, 2024

Jeannine “Jen” R. Boehm, 93, of Wausau, formerly of Arbor Vitae, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Survivors include her six children, seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph “Joe” Boehm; and a granddaughter.

A memorial Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m....

Thomas "Tom" M. Schulz

Thomas "Tom" M. Schulz

May 7, 2024

Thomas “Tom” Melvin Schulz passed away on May 7, 2024.  Tom was 82 years old.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; his children, Becky Brown, Brett (Shelly) Schulz, Brent (Kristin) Schulz; step-children, Bryan Wulk, Erica (Mike) Danneker, Aaron (Christie) Wulk; grandchildren, Connor, Brooke, Brittany, Katie, Piper, Caelyn, Malina, Camdyn, Cody, Gaven, Nino, Kai and Dre.

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Marla Ann (Priebe)  Tobalsky

Marla Ann (Priebe) Tobalsky

May 3, 2024

Marla Ann (Priebe) Tobalsky, 73, of Wausau, WI, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, May 3, 2024.

Born to Ruby (Cherney) Priebe and Russell Priebe on July 11, 1950, in West Bend, WI, Marla grew to be a self-professed tomboy who loved waterskiing at Seven Island Lake at her family cabin (affectionally named...

Michael "Mike" K. Luer

Michael "Mike" K. Luer

May 2, 2024

Michael “Mike” K. Luer, 48, died Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born December 25, 1975, in Eau Claire, son of Kenneth and Jennifer (Nelson) Luer.

Mike graduated from Wausau West High School. He worked at Linetec and Crystal Finishing. If you met Mike he would be wearing a star wars...

Jerome D. Hopperdietzel

Jerome D. Hopperdietzel

Apr 30, 2024

Jerome D. Hopperdietzel, 78, Athens died Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born March 7, 1946 in Athens, son of the late Harold and Cyrilla (Peters) Hopperdietzel.  Jerome married Karyl Hoffman in Wausau and she preceded him in death in 2007.

Jerome worked for a dairy farmer in the town of...

Ellen S Janikowski

Ellen S Janikowski

Apr 30, 2024

Ellen Sue Janikowski died peacefully at her home on her 75th birthday, April 30th, 2024. She was born on April 30th, 1949, to Herb and Sue Gripentrog in Marshfield, Wisconsin. She graduated from Newman High School in 1967. Ellen attended UW Marathon County and later graduated from the Wausau State College of Beauty Culture. Ellen married her high school...

Brian L. Priller

Brian L. Priller

Apr 29, 2024

Brian L. Priller, 67, Wausau, died Monday, April 29, 2024, at his home. He was born May 18, 1956, in Illinois, son of Roy and Dolores (Elle) Priller.

Brian was raised in Indiana until he moved to Wausau WI, in 2014. He was an expert in technology and enjoyed helping friends and family with their tech issues...

Susan M. Gau-Krueger

Susan M. Gau-Krueger

Apr 29, 2024

Susan Gau-Krueger passed peacefully, surrounded by her family on April 29, 2024, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

She was born on March 2, 1952 to the late Michael E and Laura T (Heil) Gau.  Susan graduated from Newman High School and went on to receive her undergraduate degree in Social Work and...

Arlene Ruth Gundelfinger

Arlene Ruth Gundelfinger

Apr 27, 2024

Arlene Ruth Gundelfinger, 94, of Wausau passed away peacefully on April 27, 2024, at Aspirus Hospice House.  She was born on January 21, 1930, in DeWitt, Iowa to Ollie (Hudson) and William Howes.  She married Roger Gundelfinger on July 3, 1949, in DeWitt, Iowa.

She worked as a legal secretary, a church secretary, and at Curtis Company...

Debora Lynn (Pisarek)  Klopp

Debora Lynn (Pisarek) Klopp

Apr 25, 2024

Dedicated mother

Elevating others

Beautiful

Optimistic

Radiant

Advocate

Although it’s a start, these words don’t even begin to capture the true essence of who Deb Klopp was.

Debora Lynn Klopp, 56, of the village of Maine, died peacefully on Thursday, April 25, 2024, as a...

Sara A. Vande Boom

Sara A. Vande Boom

Apr 24, 2024

Sara A. Vande Boom, 58, of Marathon, was welcomed into the Kingdom of Heaven on Wednesday, April 24, 2024. She passed away at home under the care of her loving family and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Her devoted faith, love of family and friends supported her through a difficult battle with cancer and ultimately gave her peace....

Gerald "Jerry" Klueckman

Gerald "Jerry" Klueckman

Apr 24, 2024

Gerald “Jerry” Klueckman, 88, passed away peacefully April 24, 2024 under the care of Aspirus Palliative Care.

He was born December 31, 1935, son of the late Edward and Martha (Borchardt) Klueckman.  He was baptized February 9, 1936, and confirmed into the Christian Lutheran Faith on May 21, 1950.  He married the love of his life, Betty...

Kevin L Lang

Kevin L Lang

Apr 23, 2024

Kevin L. Lang, 61, Marathon, formerly of Halder, passed away Tuesday April 23, 2024, at his home.

He was born September 3, 1962, son of Sandra (Vetter) Lang and the late Lavern Lang.  Kevin attended St. Mary’s School, Marathon, Marathon High School and NCTI earning a degree in accounting.  He was employed at Provision Partners Cooperative in...

Anthony "Tony" Pawelski

Anthony "Tony" Pawelski

Apr 22, 2024

Anthony “Tony” Pawelski, 86, Weston, passed away Monday April 22, 2024 at Care Partners under the care of Compassus Hospice.

He was born June 21, 1937, in Knowlton, son of the late Joe and Mary (Hrebik) Pawelski.  On June 28, 1977, he married Jane Gnat in Antigo.  She preceded him in death April 14, 2024.

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Ervin Braski

Ervin Braski

Apr 21, 2024

Ervin W. Braski, 97, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024, at home, with his life partner of 40 years by his side and under the care of St. Croix Hospice.

He was born on June 12, 1926 in Brantwood, Wisconsin, to the late John and Selma (Wertanen) Braski.  Ervin graduated from Tripoli High School...

Pauline A. Froehlich

Pauline A. Froehlich

Apr 18, 2024

Pauline A. Froehlich, 89, of Rib Mountain, passed away on Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Riverview Health Services in Tomahawk.

She was born on August 15, 1934 in the town of Goodrich, Wisconsin to the late Paul and Olga (Behrmann) Schroeder.  Pauline graduated from Wausau Senior High School and later married Clifford Froehlich.  She enjoyed knitting, crocheting,...

Lois J. (Koehler)  Susor

Lois J. (Koehler) Susor

Apr 17, 2024

Lois J. Susor, 95, Rhinelander, formerly of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 while under the care of Compassus Hospice Care at Friendly Village, Rhinelander.

She was born December 14, 1928 in Madison, daughter of the late John and Thelma (Miller) Koehler.  On September 24, 1955 she married Francis Susor at First Methodist Church,...

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