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.

Theodore W. Ulrich

Theodore W. Ulrich

Nov 29, 2012

Theodore "Ted" Ulrich 78, Wausau died Thursday, November 29, 2012 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Marywood Convalescent Center, Wausau. He was born October 4, 1934 in Wausau, son of the late William and Clara (Dettmering) Ulrich. On June 29, 1963 he married Ramona Fellbaum at Zion Lutheran Church, town of Rib Falls. She survives....

Claude W. Vanlue

Claude W. Vanlue

Nov 29, 2012

Claude W. Vanlue 90, Hatley, died Thursday, November 29, 2012 at St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. He was born March 6, 1922 in Fargo, North Dakota son of the late George and Ethel (Davis) Vanlue. On May 4, 1945 he married Elva Fringer in Woodstock, Illinois. She preceded him in death on February 18, 2002. Claude enjoyed farming, nature books and...

Hildegard D. Lang

Hildegard D. Lang

Nov 27, 2012

Hildegard D. Lang 90, Schofield died Tuesday, November 27, 2012 under the care of Interim Hospice and Palliative Care at Lili Assisted Living Facility, Schofield. She was born July 27, 1922 in the town of Cassel, daughter of the late George and Margaret (Michlig) Seliger. On June 2, 1942 she married George P. Lang at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon....

Charles L. Sicklinger

Charles L. Sicklinger

Nov 27, 2012

Charles L. Sicklinger, 64, Marathon, died Tuesday November 27, 2012, at St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. He was born August 10, 1948, in Wausau, son of Sophia (Sendzik) Sicklinger, Marathon and the late Fred J. Sicklinger. Prior to his retirement, Charles had been employed for many years at Marathon Cheese. He enjoyed sports and was an avid fan of the Green...

Michael W. Hoff Sr

Michael W. Hoff Sr

Nov 26, 2012

Michael "Huffy" W. Hoff Sr. 51, Athens, died Monday, November 26, 2012 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was born August 5, 1961 in Marshfield, son of Darlene "Dolly" (Duerr) Schreiner of Athens and the late LeRoy Hoff. On May 9, 1983, he married Joy Fliehs in Las Vegas. She survives. Michael was currently employed as a foreman...

Margaret "Peggie" Bartz

Margaret "Peggie" Bartz

Nov 23, 2012

Margaret "Peggie" Bartz, 66, Wausau, died Friday November 23, 2012 at her home. She was born July 26, 1946, in Wausau, daughter of the late Edwin and Lucille (Barden) Pergolski. On September 29, 2006, she married Michael Bartz in Wausau. He survives. Peggie was a longtime employee of Wausau Steel Corporation, Wausau and was an active member of the Wausau...

Janette M. Wallace

Janette M. Wallace

Nov 21, 2012

Janette M. Wallace 70, Wausau, died Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born September 17, 1941 in Aniwa, daughter of the late George and Hazel (Mortenson) Mogensen. Janette was currently employed with Northern Valley Industries, Wausau. Among her favorite pastimes, she enjoyed taking walks, playing cards, going out to eat and shopping. Survivors include, three sons,...

Jamie L. Weiler

Jamie L. Weiler

Nov 20, 2012

Jamie Weiler, 36, Rothschild, formerly of Athens, died Tuesday November 20, 2012. He was born December 20, 1975, in Medford, son of Joanne Weiler, Stratford and Ronald Weiler, Marathon. Jamie had been employed for several years at Wausau Homes and was currently employed at Greenheck Fan Corporation. Among his favorite things to do, Jamie was fond of cycling, woodworking and...

Milton F. Hollman

Milton F. Hollman

Nov 18, 2012

Milton "Milt" F. Hollman 81, Wausau, died Sunday, November 18, 2012 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born November 12, 1931 in Wausau, son of the late Fredrick and Esther (Genrich) Hollman. On August 15, 1953, he married Marjory Wesenick at Zion Lutheran Church, town of Easton. She survives. Milt was a veteran of the United States Army, serving with...

James "Jim" Gruenwald

James "Jim" Gruenwald

Nov 17, 2012

James D. Gruenwald, 77, Plainfield, died Saturday, November 17, 2012 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born October 2, 1935 in Milwaukee, son of the late Milton and Mary (Horency) Gruenwald. On September 25, 1954 he married Rae Schommer in Milwaukee. She survives. Survivors include his loving wife, Rae Gruenwald, precious papa to his children, David, Julie, and Mark (Vicky)...

Shawn Alexander Lemanski

Shawn Alexander Lemanski

Nov 17, 2012

Shawn Alexander Lemanski 41, Grafton, died unexpectedly on Saturday, November 17, 2012. He was born July 27, 1971 in Port Washington, son of Roger and Harriet (Lepak) Lemanski of Marathon. On July 8, 2011, he married Lisa Gelhar in Port Washington. She survives. Shawn was a hard working mechanic with a great sense of humor who loved his wife, Lisa...

Jay J. Wunsch

Jay J. Wunsch

Nov 15, 2012

Jay J. Wunsch, 55, Wausau, died unexpectedly Thursday, November 15, 2012 peacefully at his home. He was born August 26, 1957 in Wausau, son of Robert Wunsch and the late Vergene (Huehnerfuss) Wunsch. Jay served his country in the United States Airforce for over 19 years. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid Packers and Brewers fan. Jay loved spending...

Irene B. Uerling

Irene B. Uerling

Nov 14, 2012

Irene B. Uerling, 100, Wausau, died Wednesday, November 14, 2012 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Our House Assisted Living, Wausau. She was born November 28, 1911 in Curtiss, daughter of the late Carl and Selma (Kindt) Fakes. On October 21, 1931 she married Matthew Uerling in Colby. He preceded her in death on September...

Rubye G. Lawrence

Rubye G. Lawrence

Nov 12, 2012

Rubye G. Lawrence, 94, Wausau, died Monday November 12, 2012 at the Hospice House. She was born June 27, 1918, in Wausau, daughter of the late Stanley and Pearl (Witter) Derbick. On September 28, 1937, she married Elmer H. Lawrence in Belvidere, Ill. He preceded her in death June 17, 2000. Rubye's first love was her husband Elmer and a...

John L. Clemens

John L. Clemens

Nov 11, 2012

John "Jack" L. Clemens 68, Wausau, died Sunday, November 11, 2012 under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. He was born October 16, 1944 in Wausau, the son of Esther (Kufahl) Clemens of Wausau and the late George G. Clemens. In the 1960's, Jack was the lead singer for the band "Johnny and...

Vilas J. Platta

Vilas J. Platta

Nov 9, 2012

Vilas J. Platta, 81, Wausau, died Friday November 9, 2012, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born August 11, 1931, in Hatley, son of the late Ernest and Regina (King) Platta. On June 13, 1953, he married Patricia Suske at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild. She survives. From 1952 until 1977 Vilas was Vice President at Citizens State Bank, Wausau...

Margaret A. Windorski

Margaret A. Windorski

Nov 8, 2012

Margaret A. Windorski, 84, Wausau, died Thursday, November 8, 2012 at Hospice House, Wausau. She was born November 7, 1928 in Wausau, daughter of the late Leo and Helen (Frank) Cieciora. On February 15, 1947 she married Hubert Windorski at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death on June 8, 2007. She was a homemaker who also...

Dorothy M. Gouchee Bogert

Dorothy M. Gouchee Bogert

Nov 7, 2012

Dorothy M. Gouchee Bogert 96, Wausau, died Wednesday, November 7, 2012 at Stone Crest in Wausau, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born June 27, 1916 in New Lisbon, Wis., daughter of the late Charles and Emma (Jones) Fobes. On January 22, 1943, she married Gilbert Gouchee in Wisconsin Rapids. He preceded her in...

Matthias F. Omelian

Matthias F. Omelian

Nov 5, 2012

Matthias "Matt" Omelian 51, Athens died Monday, November 5, 2012 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born June 24, 1961 in Wausau, son of Frank and Genevieve (Allar) Omelian, Athens. On May 17, 1986 he married Kathleen Becker at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Milan. She survives. Matthias began driving milk truck for Marlin Kraus and then went to drive for...

Brigitte Knickelbein

Brigitte Knickelbein

Nov 4, 2012

Brigitte Knickelbein 86, Wausau, died Sunday, November 4, 2012 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home. She was born November 3, 1926 in Wittlich Krs. Trier, Germany, daughter of the late Max Sr. and Anni (Sartor) Krahnke. As a young girl, Brigitte and her family moved to Meisenheim, Germany, where she attended school. She...

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