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.
Richard W. Steffek
May 4, 2013
Richard W. Steffek, 75, Wausau, died Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. Rich was born January 29, 1938 in Milwaukee, son of the late John and Lydia (Rademacher) Steffek. As an infant he moved with his family to Antigo where he attended grade and high schools. He was very proud of his service in the United...
Susan Vanderleest
May 2, 2013
Susan G. VanderLeest, age 53, died Thursday, May 2, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born November 29, 1959 in Wausau, daughter of Dale Lee and the late Mabel (Meilahn) Lee. On June 9, 1979 she married Michael VanderLeest in Wausau. He survives. Susan worked as a nurse at Colonial Manor for many years. She was always willing to...
Lillian M. Czechowicz
Apr 30, 2013
Lillian M. Czechowicz 78, Wausau, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born December 13, 1934 in Rosholt, daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Dombrowski) Ostrowski. On August 20, 1988, she married Stanley Czechowicz Sr. in Wausau. He preceded her in death on August 1, 2008. For many years, Lillian worked...
Sophie Sicklinger
Apr 29, 2013
Sophie Sicklinger, 96, Marathon, died Monday April 29, 2013 at Wausau Manor under the care of AseraCare Hospice. She was born November 9, 1916, in Scranton, Penn., daughter of the late Carl and Valeria (Krajeswski) Sendzik. The Sendzik family homesteaded a farm in the Goodman area where Sophie was raised. At the age of 16 she moved to Chicago and...
Lawrence Hiebl
Apr 25, 2013
Lawrence Hiebl, age 80, passed away April 25, 2013 at his home. He was born March 29, 1933 to the late George and Anna (Krupka) Hiebl. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. On July 15, 1977 he married Illa Pempek. He is survived by his wife, Illa, Athens; one son, Jason (Stacy) Hiebl, Austin, Texas;...
Melvin F. Roesler
Apr 24, 2013
Melvin F. Roesler, 76, Merrill, died Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at House of the Dove, Marshfield. He was born August 25, 1936 in Merrill, son of the late Henry Sr. and Helen (Kriewald) Roesler. On June 30, 1992, he married Carol Hopperdietzel in Merrill. She survives. In his younger years, Melvin worked for Fromm Fur Farm in Merrill. He later...
Leonard F. Ebben
Apr 24, 2013
Leonard F. Ebben, age 84, died Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at Golden Living Center, Continental Manor, Abbotsford. He was born February 24, 1929 in Thorp, son of the late Harvey and Clara (Herman) Ebben. On May 8, 1954 he married Leta Hartl. She survives. Len served his country in the United States Army and worked as a cement finisher in...
Shannon M. Kramer
Apr 23, 2013
Shannon M. Kramer, age 35, died unexpectedly Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at her home. She was born January 14, 1978 in Marshfield, daughter of David Koss Jr. and Becky Woller. On September 19, 1998 she married Adam Kramer. He survives. Shannon worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant with Alzheimer's patients. Family was first priority in her life, especially time spent...
George J. Radtke
Apr 22, 2013
George J. Radtke, age 98, Wausau, died Monday, April 22, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Harmony Terrace, Wausau. He was born January 24, 1915 in Merrill, son of the late Stephen and Anastasia "Lena" (Walenczyk) Radtke. On June 18, 1949 he married Marion Kittilstad in Eau Claire. She preceded him in death on...
Earl A. Janssen
Apr 22, 2013
Earl A. Janssen, 84, Schofield, died Monday April 22, 2013 at the Hospice House, Wausau. He was born August 25, 1928, in Milwaukee, son of the late William Sr. and Agnes (Goike) Janssen. On September 1, 1951, he married Nancy Schneider at St. Mary Catholic Church, Appleton. She preceded him in death on February 15, 2008. A 1946 graduate of...
David J. Crum
Apr 19, 2013
David J. Crum 52, Athens, died Friday, April 19, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a brief battle with cancer. He was born June 8, 1960 in Dane County, Wis., the son of Rose (Zimmerman) Crum of Wausau and the late James Crum. David was a truck driver for 30 years. Among his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed playing bean bags,...
Ronald R. Holewinski
Apr 14, 2013
Ronald R. "Ron" Holewinski, 63, Wausau died Sunday, April 14, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. He was born August 19, 1949 in Rhinelander, son of the late Richard and Dolores (Lund) Holewinski. Ron was a self employed tile layer and carpet installer in Rhinelander for many years. Survivors...
Kenneth R. Whalen
Apr 14, 2013
Kenneth R. (Pa), Whalen, 83, Wausau died Sunday, April 14, 2013 under the care of Interim Hospice and Palliative Care at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Ken was born February 23, 1930 in Chicago, son of the late Richard and Regina (Novak) Whalen. On January 22, 1955 he married the love of his life, Karene "Kay" O'Grady at...
Betty J. Heinrich
Apr 14, 2013
Betty Jane Heinrich 89, Wausau, died Sunday, April 14, 2013 at Wausau Manor Nursing Home, leaving behind all the wonderful people she loved. She was born August 19, 1923 in Wausau, son of the late Carl and Erna (Drews) Kopp. On December 25, 1958, she married Alan Heinrich at St. Stephen Lutheran Church, Wausau. He survives. Betty worked for Dr....
Dorothy Habeck
Apr 14, 2013
Dorothy Habeck, 93, Athens, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully April 14, 2013 at Benedictine Living Community of Wausau, (formerly Marywood Center). She was the youngest child of Julius and Emily (Degner) Habeck of Athens. She was preceded in death by five sisters and seven brothers: Stella, Carl, Ann, George, Ernie, Eddie, Clara, Helen, Ervin, Alfred, Esther, and Arlon. Survivors include one...
Lillian J. Ostrowski
Apr 12, 2013
Lillian J. Ostrowski, 91, Wausau, died Friday April 12, 2013 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. She was born June 13, 1921, in Hatley, daughter of the late John and Mattie (Tryba) Ostrowski. Through the years, Lillian had been employed as a beautician, nanny, caregiver and also owned and operated a tavern. Survivors include two brothers, Laverne (Natalie) Ostrowski, Bevent,...
Marlen C. Burish
Apr 11, 2013
Marlen C. Burish, 85, town of Marathon, died Thursday April 11, 2013 at his home, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services with his family at his side. He was born April 5, 1928, the fourth of 17 children to Edward and Leora Burish in Francis Creek. The family moved to the Marathon area in 1934, when...
John L. Radloff
Apr 11, 2013
John L. Radloff, 67, Wausau, died Thursday April 11, 2013 at his home. He was born April 14, 1945, in Wausau, son of the late LeRoy and Irma (Knaack) Radloff. On May 24, 1969, he married Judith Romanowski at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him in death December 5, 2008. For 42 years, John had been employed at...
Lorna I. Utecht
Apr 10, 2013
Lorna I. Utecht, 89, Wausau died Wednesday, April 10, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Benedictine Living Community of Wausau, the former Marywood Convalescent Center. She was born May 5, 1923 in the town of Maine, daughter of the late Ernst and Elsa (Voelz) Jahns. On June 14, 1941 she married Clarence Utecht at...
Robert F. Seliger
Apr 9, 2013
Robert "Bob" F. Seliger 46, Marathon, died Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born December 3, 1966 in Marathon, son of the late Melvin "Curly" and LouAnne (Vetter) Seliger. On June 28, 1997, he married Jaclyn Norton in Marathon. She survives. Bob was currently employed at Kersten Lumber in Birnamwood. Among his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed...
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