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.
Susan M. (St. Germain) Van Ornum
Mar 6, 2024
Susan M. Van Ornum-St. Germain, 68, Edgar formerly of Marengo passed away suddenly but peacefully at her home on Wednesday, March 6, 2024.
She was born March 7, 1955 in Ashland, WI daughter of the late John “Jack” and Blanche (Larson) St. Germain. Susan married David Van Ornum and he preceded her in death on June 27,...
Dawn Mae C. (Braunel) Burish
Mar 6, 2024
Dawn Mae Erdman/Burish of Marathon made her final journey home to be with her Lord on her
93rd birthday, March 6, 2024 at Wausau Aspirus Hospital
Dawn Mae Clara Braunel was born on March 6, 1931 at home, in the Town of Marathon to the late Edwin and Dorothy (Gresens) Braunel. She was the middle...
David D. Skrzypchak
Mar 6, 2024
David D. Skrzypchak, 82, of Weston, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 18, 1941 in the town of Cassel to the late Anton and Anna (Bargender) Skrzypchak. David graduated from Marathon High School and also attended NTC. He married Donna Sickler on October 2, 1965 at Sacred Heart...
Gary L. Weden
Mar 5, 2024
Gary L. Weden (64), a baptized child of God, was called home into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on March 5, 2024.
Gary was the eldest child of Lyle and Karen (Manicke) Weden and was born on May 15th 1959 at Wausau Hospital. Growing up on his parent’s dairy farm, in the town of Hewitt,...
Evelyn J. (Budde) Daniels
Mar 4, 2024
Evelyn “Jean" Daniels, Oxford, FL, formerly of Stevens Point, died Monday, March 4, 2024.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit (St. Stanislaus) Catholic Church, Stevens Point. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. immediately following the visitation at the church. Rev....
Carol M. (Schultz) Seubert
Mar 2, 2024
Carol Mae Seubert, 67, Wausau passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at her home while under the care of Heartland Hospice.
She was born March 20, 1956 in Wausau, daughter of the late John and Diann (Hanke) Schultz.
For many years Carol worked at Marathon Cheese as a line worker. Some of her favorite...
Shirley Ann Gutowski
Mar 2, 2024
Shirley Ann Gutowski
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Shirley A. Gutowski of Wausau, Wisconsin, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, who departed this world on March 2, 2024.
Born on June 15, 1937, in Wausau, Wisconsin to Mona Greubel (nee Huehnerfuss) and Harold Saindon. Shirley had one brother,...
Anton "Tony" J. Knauf
Mar 2, 2024
Anton “Tony” J. Knauf, 77, Marathon, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 17, 1946, to the late Anton and Mary (Hornung) Knauf. In 1964 he graduated from Marathon High School and then attended the National School of Meat Cutting in Toledo, Ohio. In 1966 he entered the...
Charles "Charlie" W. Wilde
Feb 29, 2024
Charles “Charlie” W. Wilde, 87, of the town of Stettin, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born on February 27, 1937 in Wisconsin Rapids to the late Frank and Iva (Berry) Wilde. Charles graduated from Lincoln High School in Wisconsin Rapids and continued his education at U.W. – Whitewater where...
Lois J. Niewolny
Feb 29, 2024
Lois (Lodholz) Niewolny, 84, of Wausau, passed away on Thursday, February 29, 2024.
She was born May 24, 1939 in Wausau to the late Herbert and Mayme (Ferries) Lodholz. On September 26, 1959 she married Lester Niewolny at St. James Catholic Church, Wausau.
Throughout her life, Lois enjoyed bowling, traveling, reading, and watching her favorite...
Veronica "Ronni" M. Junion
Feb 28, 2024
Veronica “Ronni” passed away peacefully on February 28, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was born September 14, 1935 in Bear Creek, WI to the late Anthony and Apollonia Roessler. She was the youngest of eight children and grew up on the family farm. Her deep love for animals carried through her entire life and she found great joy...
Phyllis Mary (Mohr) Wagener
Feb 25, 2024
Phyllis Mary (Mohr) Wagener, age 72, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Colorado on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Phyllis was born September 14, 1951 at Wausau Hospital to Joe & Esther Mohr of Marathon, WI. She married William E. Wagener on May 5, 1973. They raised their family in Edgar, WI, Plymouth, MN, and Marathon, WI. As...
Darrel A. Dehlinger
Feb 24, 2024
Darrel A. Dehlinger, 70, Marathon, formerly of Athens, died Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born May 27, 1953 in Wausau, son of the late Alfred and Madelia (Alberts) Dehlinger. On June 17, 1972, he married Marion Kohl at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens.
Among his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed camping,...
John H. Juedes
Feb 24, 2024
John H. Juedes, 74, Wausau passed away Saturday, February 24, 2024 at his home.
He was born January 12, 1950, in Wausau, son of the late Hilbert and Doris (Nelson) Juedes. On December 29, 1973 he married Sue Bickler at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Wausau. She survives.
John worked as an industrial sales representative for...
Robert "Bob" D. Junion
Feb 23, 2024
Robert “Bob” Junion passed away peacefully on February 23, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born on October 15, 1931 in Sturgeon Bay, WI to the late Ray and Loretta Junion. The oldest of three siblings, he spent much of his childhood on the family farm. He graduated from Sevastopol High School in 1949 and furthered his education...
Glenn D. States Jr.
Feb 23, 2024
Glenn D. States Jr., 83, Wausau, died Friday, February 23, 2024, under palliative care at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 16, 1940, in Wausau, son of the late Glenn Sr. and Marion (Melang) States. On July 31, 1971 he married Bonnie Wiese and she preceded him in death on April 1, 2019.
Glenn...
Richard Joseph Gajewski
Feb 23, 2024
Richard J. Gajewski, 85, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, February 23, 2024.
He was born July 4, 1938 in Wausau, son of the late Sylvester and Helen (Murawski) Gajewski. On August 29, 1958, he was united in marriage to Betty Schuster at Holy Name Catholic Church, Wausau. She survives.
For 41...
Wayne G. Waldhart
Feb 18, 2024
Wayne George Waldhart, 78, of Rib Falls, WI, joined his wife Laurie in heaven on February 18, 2024 in Wausau, WI. He was born on August 12, 1945, to Raymond (Shorty) and Lucille Waldhart. Wayne graduated from Wausau High School in May of 1962.
Wayne leaves behind his son Scott (Debbie) Waldhart, and daughter Shannon (Brad) Rybarczyk,...
Rose M. Przybylski
Feb 18, 2024
In Loving Memory of Rose Przybylski,
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rose (Kretlow) Przybylski, a cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved friend. Rose departed from this world on 2/18/24, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and indelible memories.
Born 01/22/1957, Rose embraced life with a...
John Giallombardo
Feb 17, 2024
In Loving Memory of John Giallombardo
February 5, 1948 – February 17, 2024
John Giallombardo, age 76, passed away peacefully at home in Merrill WI on February 17, 2024 surrounded by his loving family with the support of Aspirus Hospice Care. His family meant everything to him, and he found joy in spending time with...
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