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 "Rick" James Edgerton
Jan 24, 2024
Richard “Rick” J. Edgerton, 72, Wausau, passed away peacefully at home with his wife, Cindy by his side on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born October 24, 1951 in Milwaukee, son of the late Hugh and Verna (Allard) Edgerton. On July 23, 1982, he married Cynthia...
Dennis M. Rase
Jan 23, 2024
Dennis Rase, 62, of Rothschild, passed away on January 23, 2024 after a courageous battle with multiple myeloma.
Dennis is survived by his children Lucas of Colby, Zachary of Plover, and Cheyanne of Rothschild. He is also survived by his grandchildren Matthew and Abigail of Colby, who gave him the ultimate joy in life.
Born...
Dale L. Matis
Jan 23, 2024
Dale Louis Matis, 77, of Marathon, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 in the woods.
He was born on April 17, 1946 to the late Louie and Rose (Sommers) Matis in Wausau. He later married the former Nancy Schuster on October 1, 1966 at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Wausau.
Dale...
Tod Wayne Roush
Jan 22, 2024
Tod Wayne Roush passed away at his home on January 22, 2024. He was born on March 19, 1950, to Donald and Helen (nee McBeth) Roush. He grew up in the Cincinnati, Ohio area.
He had a lifelong love of geology as evidenced by collecting and cataloging rocks and fossils with his father from an early age,...
Gretchen A. (Kreager) Nienow
Jan 22, 2024
Gretchen Alice (Kreager) Nienow left this earth early Monday morning, January 22, 2024 to be welcomed home by her Lord and Savior and all her family that had preceded her. She would be the first to say that her 93 years of life were filled with blessings beyond her imagination.
She was born the youngest of seven...
James "Jim" L. Schumacher
Jan 22, 2024
James (Jim) Schumacher, beloved son of Mary Ellen Schumacher and the late Harold J Schumacher, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2024 after a 2 ½ year battle with cancer.
Jim was born on May 4, 1970. He attended St Mary’s Elementary School in Marathon and Marathon High School, graduating as class valedictorian in 1988. Jim continued...
Susanne J. Tobalsky
Jan 21, 2024
Susanne Janet Tobalsky, 85, went to join the angels on Sunday, January 21, 2024. She spent her final days surrounded by her loving family and gave them her last sweet smile. Known simply as Sue to her family and friends, she became better known as Grandma Sue to her many grand and great-grandchildren who were the absolute joy of...
Janet C. Tlusty
Jan 20, 2024
Janet C. Tlusty, age 80, passed on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born August 10, 1943, in Plainview, Minnesota to the late Luella and Arnold Haack. After high school, she completed her undergraduate and post graduate studies at Winona State University, and then relocated to Central Wisconsin to start her teaching career....
Patricia Thewes
Jan 20, 2024
Patricia Elaine Thewes, St. Peters, MO, formerly of Kronenwetter passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 20, 2024.
She was born on May 18, 1937, daughter of the late Samuel Abrigg and Katherine Abrigg. On December 7, 1960, she married David Thewes Sr. in Ohio. He preceded her in death on September 14, 2011.
Mom worked...
Wayne C. Kroeger
Jan 20, 2024
Wayne Charles Kroeger, 77, of Wausau, Wisconsin, passed away Saturday, January 20th, 2024 on the palliative care unit at Aspirus Wausau Hospital after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Wayne was born January 14th, 1947 in Mauston, WI to James and Mary (Berendes) Kroeger, the youngest of six children. They lived on a dairy farm near Hustler,...
Lyle E. Bates
Jan 18, 2024
“Living the Dream”
This was Lyle’s motto and he lived life to the fullest. Anyone who asked Lyle how he was doing, this was his answer.
Lyle Edward Bates, 72, left his earthly life on January 18, 2024 due to Alzheimer’s disease.
Lyle will be missed by his loving wife, Kathy, and daughters...
Cathie "Toot" L. Morgan
Jan 18, 2024
On January 18th, 2024 Cathie "Toot" Lynn Morgan of Wausau, WI passed away peacefully at her home at the age of 63 with her devoted husband, Jeff by her side. She leaves behind cherished friends and a loving family.
Cathie was born on August 25th, 1960 in Wausau, WI to Patricia and Raymond "Buff" Kuehlman. She grew...
Jay W. Zunker
Jan 17, 2024
Jay W. Zunker, 59, Athens passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at his home.
He was born June 2, 1964 in Wausau, son of Barbara (Schwocho) Zunker, Athens and the late James Zunker.
Jay worked at several local bakeries in the area, was a truck driver, a funeral home assistant at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Homes...
Dolores A. Maguire
Jan 17, 2024
Dolores A. Maguire, 95, died Wednesday, January 17, 2024 under the care of Heartland Hospice at Stoney River Assisted Living, Marshfield.
She was born January 28, 1928 in Marathon, daughter of the late Robert and Elizabeth (Kennedy) Hall. On June 15, 1949 she married James Maguire at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. He preceded her in death....
Clifford Albert Stencil
Jan 17, 2024
Clifford “Cliff” Albert Stencil, 86, of Wausau, WI formerly of Edgar, passed away on January 17, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston, WI with his loving family by his side.
Cliff was born August 6, 1937, in the township of Rietbrock to Albert and Lucille (Soczka) Stencil. He attended Athens, WI area schools. On July 1, 1961,...
William "Bill" J. Danens
Jan 13, 2024
William J. “Bill” Danens, 76, Mosinee passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born January 9, 1948 in Portland, Oregon son of the late William and Joyce (Wilkenson) Danens Sr. On August 26, 1967 he married Marcia Bransdal in Portland. She survives.
For many years Bill worked in the...
Joseph L. Wachtel
Jan 12, 2024
Joseph Lawrence Wachtel, affectionately known as Grandpa Chopper, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 12, 2024, at the age of 86, in Madison, Wisconsin, surrounded by his wife, children, grandchildren, and great-grandchild. Born on January 21, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Joseph was a beloved, devoted, and strong husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and cousin.
Joseph...
Wallace "Wally" Roy Artus
Jan 12, 2024
Wallace “Wally” R. Artus, 92, Town of Stettin, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 12, 2024 with his family by his side at Copperleaf Assisted Living, Marathon, under the care of Heartland Hospice.
He was born November 8, 1931 in the Town of Stettin, son of the late John and Emma (Hilmershausen) Artus. On January 26, 1952,...
Glenn S. Hoffman
Jan 11, 2024
Glenn S. Hoffman, 78, of Marathon, went home to be with his heavenly father on January 11, 2024.
Born in Holly, Michigan to George and Mildred Hoffman, the 5th of 6 kids. He married Louise Walraven in Fenton, Michigan and she was the love of his life for 59 years.
Glenn always had a strong...
Charlotte Otto
Jan 11, 2024
Charlotte Anne Otto, 88, Town of Rib Falls, passed away on Thursday, January 11, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital surrounded by her family.
Charlotte was born September 27, 1935 in Wausau, WI, daughter of Walter and Erna (Anklam) Hilmershausen. She graduated from Edgar High School in 1953. On October 3, 1953 she married Wilbur Otto at St. Stephen...
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