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.
Carrie Ann Koller
Feb 8, 2024
Carrie Ann Koller, 50, Edgar, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
She was born March 23, 1973 in Wausau, the daughter of Kenneth and Belinda (Schoenfuss) Springer. On January 14, 1994, she married the love of her life, Greg Koller at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar. He survives.
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Kenneth "Ken" Paul Zemke
Feb 8, 2024
Kenneth “Ken" P. Zemke, 83, Wausau, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Thursday, February 8, 2024 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born February 4, 1941 in Wausau, son of the late Paul and Leona (Heckendorf) Zemke. In July of 1969 he married Joan Krueger, she...
Lorenz "Sonny" C Breitenfeldt
Feb 7, 2024
Lorenz “Sonny” C. Breitenfeldt, 78, Town of Wausau, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born August 30, 1945, in Wausau, the son of the late Lorenz A. and Linda (Voelker) Breitenfeldt. Sonny was baptized on October 7, 1945 at the family home by Pastor Bertermann. Sonny was confirmed at Little Trinity Lutheran...
Roger R. Pospychala
Feb 6, 2024
Roger R. Pospychala, 88, of Wausau, passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at home under the care of Interim Hospice.
He was born on May 7, 1935 in Wausau to the late Joe and Irene (Benz) Pospychala. Roger married the former Joan Smith at Zion Lutheran Church, Wausau, on June 28, 1958. He worked for over...
Gordon "Gordy" L. Steinke
Feb 4, 2024
In a world painted with the vibrant hues of Gordon L. "Gordy" Steinke's 77 years, we bid farewell to a man who left an indelible mark on the canvas of Wausau, WI. Gordy, born on December 10, 1946, in Wausau, embarked on a journey filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to his family and community.
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Jamie John Phillips
Feb 3, 2024
Jamie John Phillips, 78, went peacefully to his eternal home surrounded by family on February 3rd, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, from complications due to Parkinson’s.
Jim was born April 28, 1945, in Wausau, to the late Florence (Maldonis) and John Phillips. On May 13, 1967, he married Lynn Baumann in Marathon.
Jim was a...
Betty Jean Nikolai
Feb 3, 2024
Betty Jean Nikolai, 64, Mosinee, passed away on Saturday, February 3, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
She was born June 29, 1959 in Antigo, daughter of the late Elmer and Jeanette (Krieger) Drew. On August 11, 1979, she married Gary Nikolai at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild. He survives.
Betty worked at many different...
Bonnie J. Toivonen Iwen
Feb 2, 2024
Bonnie Jean (Rothmeyer) Toivonen Iwen, 84, of Wausau, Wisconsin, died Friday, February 2, 2024 at Our House Assisted Living, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She passed peacefully after a recent fall.
Bonnie was born November 23, 1939 to Mable (Kleinschmidt) and Elmer Rothmeyer, Brokaw, Wisconsin. She was a middle child in a...
Leon L. Pontzloff
Feb 1, 2024
Leon L. Pontzloff, 85, Rothschild, died Thursday, February 1, 2024 at his home.
He was born July 29, 1938 in Wausau, son of the late John and Olga (Fust) Pontzloff.
Leon was employed by Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork for many years. He was an avid football fan and loved watching the Green Bay Packers.
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Dorothy M. Lazotte
Jan 30, 2024
Dorothy M. Lazotte, 91, passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2024 with her family by her side after a long battle with Alzheimer’s at Stone Crest Residence in Wausau, Wisconsin, under the care of Aspirus Hospice Services.
She was born January 16, 1933 in Menominee, Michigan, daughter of the late Arnold and Elizabeth (Rouse) Ritter. In 1951 she...
Robbie S. Voigt
Jan 30, 2024
Robbie Scott Voigt passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, with his beloved dog, Lila, by his side. Robbie was born June 6, 1974, to Robert and Karen (Krohn) Voigt in Wausau. He was an adventurous little boy, often pulling typical boy stunts and teaching his younger brothers the way of their world while causing just...
Christopher B. Straub
Jan 28, 2024
Christopher B. Straub, 73, Wausau, died Sunday, January 28, 2024 under the care of Interim Hospice at Wellington Place.
He was born April 3, 1950 in Wausau, son of the late Howard and Jean (Clark) Straub. On August 21, 1971 he married Linda Baranowski in Wausau.
Christopher was an outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping,...
Korey L. King
Jan 24, 2024
Korey Lee King, Hatley/Town of Reid/Kingville, 67, passed away peacefully in the loving care of his family and Wausau Hospital palliative care early morning Wednesday, January 24, 2024.
Korey was born on Monday, July 23, 1956 to the late William Joseph and Sally May (Sickler) King in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was the oldest of five children: Alan,...
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.
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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...
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