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.
Roger Szarkowitz
Jan 19, 2013
Roger Szarkowitz, 66, Rothschild, died Saturday January 19, 2013 at his home, under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. He was born November 18, 1946, in Rothschild, son of the late Tom and Mary (Dorshak) Szarkowitz. In 1984, he married Gail Kumbera at St. Mark Catholic Church, Rothschild. She survives. Roger was a veteran of the Viet Nam War,...
Debbie A. Kersten
Jan 17, 2013
Debbie A. Kersten 60, Schofield, died Thursday, January 17, 2013 at her daughter's home, under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. She was born January 5, 1953 in Evanston, Ill., daughter of the late Joseph and Joan (Gregory) Rucinski. On January 13, 1989, she married William Bombagi in Wausau. He preceded her in death on May 7, 1989. Debbie...
Roger Walter Langhoff
Jan 16, 2013
Roger Walter Langhoff, 82, Athens, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, January 16, 2013, surrounded by his family. He was born September 20, 1930 in Wausau, son of the late Walter C. and Ruth L. (Harding) Langhoff. He was baptized on November 11, 1930 and confirmed on April 6, 1944 at Grace United Church of Christ, Wausau. Roger graduated...
Ruth L. Mccutcheon
Jan 14, 2013
Ruth L. McCutcheon 90, Wausau, died Monday, January 14, 2013. She was born May 4, 1922 in Wausau, daughter of the late Bernard and Alma (Ott) Holzem. Ruth was a 25 year employee at the Grand Theatre in Wausau and also a receptionist for Stueber Dairy. Survivors include, one son, Larry (Margaret) McCutcheon, Oconomowoc; one daughter, Marilyn (Chester) Warpehoski, Hatley;...
Rosina Catherine Heil
Jan 14, 2013
Rosina Catherine Heil, 94, Marathon, died Monday, January 14, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Marathon Assisted Living. She was born February 11, 1918 in Johnsburg, Illinois, daughter of the late Jacob and Barbara (Brown) Diedrich. On October 14, 1940 she married Ervin Heil in Volo, Illinois. He preceded her in death December 20,...
Lloyd H. Roush
Jan 14, 2013
Lloyd H. Roush, 94, Wausau, formerly of Austin, Minnesota died Monday, January 14, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born March 10, 1918 in Lanesboro, Iowa, son of the late James and Golda (Waldron) Roush. On March 29, 1936 he married Twila Gillson in Northwood, Iowa. She preceded him in death on September 28, 2007. Lloyd was a chief...
Harold "Butch" Petri
Jan 11, 2013
Harold "Butch" R. Petri, 89, Wausau, died Friday, January 11, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice services at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. He was led into heaven with his loving wife by his side. He was born November 15, 1923 in Wausau, son of the late Henry and Selma (Rutzinski) Petri. On June 17, 1943...
Lois M. Juedes
Jan 8, 2013
Lois M. Juedes, 62, Town of Hewitt, died Tuesday, January 8, 2013 at her home. She was born January 30, 1950 in Wausau, daughter of the late Herbert and LaVerne (Nienow) Erickson. On July 25, 1970 she married Charles Juedes at First English Lutheran Church, Wausau. He survives. Some of her many interests included flower gardening, visiting with her neighbors...
Lena M. Augustine
Jan 7, 2013
Lena M. Augustine, 91, Weston died Monday, January 7, 2013 at Renaissance Living Center, Weston. She was born July 11, 1921 in Anvil, Michigan, daughter of the late Herman and Mary (Barbacovi) Zadra. On January 22, 1941she married Henry Augustine at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death on June 5, 1974. For many years Lena and...
Russell K. Lukensmeyer
Jan 6, 2013
Russell K. Lukensmeyer, 53, Mosinee, passed away Sunday, January 6, 2013, unexpectedly at his home. He was born January 20, 1959 in Green Bay. He is the son of the late Kent and Marjorie (Fabry) Lukensmeyer. Throughout his lifetime, he pursued many hobbies and interests including boating and yachting, computer building/repair, and scuba diving. He was also a licensed pilot...
Donald R. Jacobson
Jan 6, 2013
Donald "Jake" R. Jacobson 76, Wausau, died Sunday, January 6, 2013 at Marywood Center, Wausau. He was born November 4, 1936 in Dodgeville, Wis., son of the late Jesse and Dorothy (Ferrell) Jacobson. Jake was a veteran of the United States Army and was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 8895, Schofield and a lifetime...
Shirley M. Zocher
Jan 5, 2013
Shirley M. Zocher, 54, Abbotsford, died Saturday, January 5, 2013 at her home. She was born July 29, 1958 in Wausau, daughter of Sylvester and Alice (Lepak) Chojnowski, Colby. On September 13, 1980 she married Dennis Zocher at Holy Family Catholic Church, Poniatowski. He survives. For many years Shirley worked at Wausau Insurance Company until the birth of their only...
Gene R. Severt
Jan 3, 2013
Gene R. Severt 73, Wausau, passed away peacefully in his sleep after a short illness on Thursday, January 3, 2013 at Sacred Heart Hospital, Tomahawk. He was born May 4, 1939 at Holy Cross Hospital in Merrill, son of the late Arthur and Laura (Whitson) Severt. Gene attended and graduated from Merrill Senior High School in 1957. After graduation, he...
Kathryn M. Emerson
Jan 2, 2013
Kathryn M. Emerson, 87, Wausau died Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born December 22, 1925 in Chicago, daughter of the late George and Ella (Spilka) Jensen. On June 12, 1948 she married Robert L. Emerson in Chicago. He preceded her in death on September 22, 2000. Kathryn was a telephone supervisor for Sears Co. for...
Bertha R. Rice
Jan 1, 2013
Bertha R. Rice, 101, Wausau died Tuesday, January 1, 2013 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Marywood Convalescent Center, Wausau. She was born February 26, 1911 in Chicago, daughter of the late Edward and Helena (Miltzow) Merk. She married Ralph Rice in Chicago. He preceded her in death in 1982. Bertha was a telephone operator...
Gail M. Schwartz
Jan 1, 2013
Gail M. Schwartz, 62, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. She was currently a resident at Care Partners of Weston She was born May 11, 1950 in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of the late Dean and Pearl (Cherek) Schwartz. For many years Gail was a travel agent for Westmont Travel in Illinois. She loved to travel as...
Calvin O. Ledbetter
Dec 31, 2012
Calvin "Cal" O. Ledbetter, 86, Three Lakes, formerly of Edgar died Monday, December 31, 2012 in Kronenwetter. He was born April 12, 1926 in Reform, Alabama, son of the late Wesley and Estella (Gray) Ledbetter. On June 29, 1945 he married Margaret Syring at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Washington, D.C. She survives. For more than 31 years Cal served as...
Alwin "Al" Deininger
Dec 31, 2012
Alwin "Al" Deininger, 85, Dellwood, MN, died Monday, December 31, 2012a How did you know Alwin "Al" Deininger? Family Friend Work Other We are sorry for your loss. Help others honor Alwin's memory Share Obituary
Raymond A. Karlen
Dec 30, 2012
Raymond A. Karlen, 92, Edgar died Sunday, December 30, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield. He was born March 12, 1920 in the town of Cassel, son of the late John and Margaret (Imhoff) Karlen. On September 1, 1945 he married Elizabeth Wilichowski at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, town of Cassel. She survives. Ray was a third generation farmer, following...
Lorraine K. Riste
Dec 29, 2012
Lorraine K. Riste, 87, Weston, died Saturday December 29, 2012 at Renaissance, Weston. She was born August 18, 1925, in Wausau, daughter of the late Joseph and Katherine (Leist) Lerch. On October 14, 1950, she married Stanley Riste at St. James Catholic Church, Wausau. He survives. Prior to her retirement, Lorraine had been employed as a long distance operator. She...
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