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.
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
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
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,...
David H. Roeder
Apr 16, 2024
David H. Roeder, 70, formerly of Wausau, died Tuesday, April 16, 2024 at Seasons of Life Hospice House, Woodruff.
He was born November 5, 1953 in Wausau, son of the late Henry and Bernice (Jacobi) Roeder. David had been employed at Wausau Coated Products from 1989 until the time of his retirement in 2009. He had previously...
Nancy Lee Splitt
Apr 16, 2024
Nancy L. Splitt, 92, Wausau, died Tuesday April 16, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born March 23, 1932, in Wausau, daughter of the late Lyle and Adeline (Westphal) Weir. On October 24, 1953, she married Eugene Splitt in Wausau.
Nancy graduated from Wausau High School and after her marriage to Eugene, was a...
Sandra B. Slagoski
Apr 14, 2024
Sandra B. Slagoski 76, died Sunday, April 14th at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by her family. She was born January 6, 1948 in Wausau, daughter of the late Arthur and Isabelle Mesenberg. On May 28th, 1966 she married Thomas Slagoski at Saint James in Wausau WI.
She enjoyed spending time with her family and being with her...
Jane E. (Gnat) Pawelski
Apr 14, 2024
Jane E. Pawelski, 76, Weston passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born September 30, 1947 in Antigo, daughter of the late Richard and Gladys (Walters) Gnat. On June 28, 1977 she married Anthony “Tony” Pawelski in Antigo. He survives.
Jane was a registered nurse for many years in...
Juliet Ann Drews
Apr 13, 2024
Juliet Ann Drews, 85, went to her Heavenly home on Saturday, April 13, 2024.
She was born March 27, 1939 in Wausau, daughter of the late Arnold Sr. and Erna (Pagel) Drews.
Juliet graduated from Wausau East High School in 1957 and then went to work for the Marmet Corp., Wausau. She then began working...
Vernell M. (Mader) Calmes
Apr 12, 2024
Vernell M. Calmes, 83, Edgar passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
She was born on June 12, 1940 in Athens, daughter of the late Theodore and Ester (Hanke) Mader. On January 24, 1959 she married Robert G. Calmes at St. John Catholic Church, Wuertzburg. Vernell and Robert celebrated 60 years...
Adeline E. Lang
Apr 12, 2024
Adeline E. (Wieloch) Lang, 91, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Friday, April 12, 2024 at Copperleaf of Marathon, under the care of Heartland Hospice.
She was born on May 13, 1932 in the town of Cassel to Joseph and Marie (Szymanski) Wieloch. She married Henry Lang Jr at Sacred Heart Catholic Church...
Elmer J. Dehnel
Apr 11, 2024
Elmer J. Dehnel, 84, Wausau, died Thursday, April 11, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 16, 1939 in Wausau, son of the late Arthur and Elizabeth (Buhr) Dehnel.
For 30 years, Elmer worked as a machinist at JARP industries. He was an avid Brewers fan, enjoyed fishing and trips to the casino. ...
Thomas Jon Lawrence
Apr 11, 2024
Thomas Jon Lawrence Son of Wilbur “Red” and Alice L. (Kittel) Lawrence, husband to Joyce, brother of Kenneth. A patriarch, uncle, father, and grandfather, veteran. A superior man full of humor, compassion, and a healthy respect for heights has found peace and rest on April 11, 2024.
A Wausau native, Tom graduated from Wausau High School, attended...
Thomas J. Berg
Apr 11, 2024
Thomas J. Berg, 75 passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 at his home in Marathon, WI surrounded by his wife and family.
He was born on October 8, 1948 in Eau Claire, WI to Thilman and Muriel (Wickham) Berg. Tom married Marla Otto in Chippewa Falls, WI on June 8, 1984.
Tom graduated in...
Ramona A. Ulrich
Apr 9, 2024
Ramona A. Ulrich, 94, Wausau, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born February 21, 1930, in Marathon, daughter of the late Edwin and Leona (Mueller) Fellbaum. In 1963 she married Theodore Ulrich who preceded her in death.
Growing...
Virginia "Ginny" E. Davide
Apr 9, 2024
Virginia “Ginny” E. Davide, 95, died Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born January 2, 1929, in Wausau, daughter of the late Edward and Dorothy (Jagla) Gauger. She married Joseph Davide on January 17, 1959. He preceded her in death on...
David Henry Nieland
Apr 8, 2024
David H. Nieland, 72, Wausau, passed away at his home on Monday, April 8, 2024 with his wife, Karen by his side.
He was born on October 15, 1951 in St. James, MN, the third child of the late Richard M. and Marion (Meier) Nieland. David was baptized at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in St. James, MN...
Piper Dayshia Dillon
Apr 7, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, Piper Dayshia Dillon.
Piper Dayshia Dillon, 21, of Marathon City, Wisconsin passed away on Sunday, April 7th 2024 with her mother by her side.
She was born on April 29th, 2002 in Eugene, Oregon the beloved daughter of Kelly Dillon, of...
Alvin "Al" A. Kramer
Apr 6, 2024
Alvin “Al” Albert Kramer, 86, of Mosinee and formerly of Weston, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, April 6, 2024, surrounded by his family.
He was born on June 16, 1937, in Wausau, WI, son of the late Albert and Marion (Wanta) Kramer. Al was raised on a small farm in the town of Weston, WI. After graduation...
Joann R. Mcnally
Apr 6, 2024
JoAnn R. McNally, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born April 21, 1937, in Kankakee, Illinois, the daughter of the late Jens and Alma (Wulff) Jensen. On October 21, 1961, she married Anthony McNally in Kankakee, Illinois and he preceded her in death on June 10, 2015.
...Tommy G. Miller
Apr 4, 2024
Tommy G. Miller passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 4, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Survived by sisters and brothers; Susen (Allan) Uttech, Donna (Jeff Johns) Miller, Connie (Rick) Ceithamer, Sharon Prust, William (Linda) Miller , Nancy (Daniel) Last, Wilbur Miller, Vicki (Michael) Harshbarger and many cherished...