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.
John R. Pflieger
Jan 10, 2024
John R. Pflieger, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 10,
2024, at home under the care of his family, and Aspirus Comfort Care and
Hospice Services.
He was born July 6, 1937 in Wausau, son of the late Lawrence and Marion
(Durand) Pflieger. John was raised in Rothschild with his...
Michael "Mike" J. Kellnhauser
Jan 10, 2024
Mike was one in a million….
A brother, friend, uncle, Dad to five dogs, with a heart of Gold and loved by so many.
Michael “Mike” J. Kellnhauser, 70, Wausau passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born August 2, 1953 in Wausau, son of the late...
Mary F. Ewing
Jan 9, 2024
Mary Frances Ewing, 60, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at Mount View Care Center.
Born on March 16, 1963 in Wausau, she was the daughter of the late William and Jean Ewing.
She leaves behind her partner of many years, Gary Binder. Mary was a devoted sister to Barbara (Robert)...
Virginia E. (Kowalski) Tabaka
Jan 5, 2024
Virginia E. Tabaka, 95, Schofield, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 5, 2024, while under the care of Compassus Hospice at the House of Dove, Marshfield.
She was born November 14, 1928, in Mosinee, daughter of the late August and Martha (Koskey) Kowalski. On September 27, 1947, she married Roman Tabaka at St. Paul Catholic Church, Mosinee. ...
Robert "Bob" A. Rajek
Jan 4, 2024
Robert “Bob” A. Rajek passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Bob was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on December 5, 1951, to Raymond and Angie Rajek, and grew up in Marathon City with his six siblings. He graduated from Newman High School in 1970 and attended...
Robert A. Daniels
Jan 3, 2024
Robert A. “Bob” Daniels, Oxford, FL, formerly of Stevens Point, died Wednesday, January 3, 2024.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 12, 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. ...
Brian P. Bauer
Jan 3, 2024
Brian P. Bauer of Rothschild, Wisconsin, unexpectedly passed away on January 3, 2024, at the age of 31. Brian was the oldest son born to Jason and Stephanie Bauer of Spencer on February 13, 1992, in Marshfield, Wisconsin. He graduated from Colby High School in 2010, met his wife Ashley in 2012, and married Ashley on August 11th, 2018....
Sharon F. Borchardt
Jan 1, 2024
Sharon F. Borchardt, 70, died Monday, January 1, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born August 17, 1953 in Wausau, daughter of the late David and Dorothy (Prahl) Kunze. On April 28, 1973 she married Frederick “Freddy” Borchardt at St. John Lutheran Church, town of Easton.
Sharon attended St. John Lutheran School and graduated...
Chad J. Glaze
Dec 31, 2023
Chad "Cleatus" Glaze, 48, of Merrill, WI, was tragically taken from this life on Sunday, Dec. 31st, 2023, in a UTV accident.
Chad was born February 23rd, 1975 in Appleton, Wisconsin to Jerry and Ila Glaze. He was their treasure. He lived in Nevada for a number of years, where his love for the western lifestyle emerged,...
Miko Rae Kronmuller
Dec 29, 2023
Miko Rae Kronmuller, 42, Wausau, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023 at Meriter Hospital, Madison.
She was born December 1, 1981, daughter of David Kronmuller, Wausau, and Gwendolyn (Brandt) Godfrey, Wausau.
For many years Miko was a waitress at Tri City Restaurant, Schofield. Survivors include her mother, Gwen (Joe) Godfrey, her father, David Kronmuller, her...
William "Bill" J. Bretl
Dec 29, 2023
William “Bill” J. Bretl, 97, Wausau, passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023 in Wausau, under the care of Interim Hospice.
He was born May 31, 1926 in Wausau, son of the late John and Frances (Kumbera) Bretl. He married Lucille Tobalsky on May 20, 1950 at Holy Name Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him in death. ...
Ruth Elaine (Ringle) Paul
Dec 29, 2023
Ruth E. (Ringle) Paul
92, Edgar, died Friday December 29, 2023, at Copperleaf Assisted Living in Marathon.
She was born on April 19, 1931, in Edgar, daughter of Agnes (Worzella) and Ervin Ringle. On September 4, 1954, she married Merlin E. Paul, who preceded her in death in December 2009.
Ruth lived her...
Rodney "Charlie" C. Geib
Dec 28, 2023
Rodney “Charlie” C. Geib, 81, died Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born March 2, 1942 in West Bend, son of the late Lester and Stella (Lochen) Geib. On October 23, 1971 he married Barbara Monday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Newburg.
Rod was an entrepreneur and worked in sales...
Gary W. Zimmermann
Dec 25, 2023
On Christmas Day, December 25, 2023, Gary Zimmermann, age 72, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born October 19, 1951, the son of Wilbert and Inez (Wolfe) Zimmermann. He grew up on his family farm in the Town of Easton. On May 12, 1973 he married the girl next door, Karen Block, and they...
David Ralph Groth
Dec 25, 2023
David “Dave” R. Groth, 88, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born May 1, 1935 in Wausau, son of the late Emil and Margaret (Gebhardt) Groth. On September 6, 1969, he married Rosemary Ziegel at St. James Catholic Church, Wausau.
Dave was a 1953 graduate of...
Gerald "Jerry" W. Laska
Dec 24, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” W. Laska, 81, Wausau, died Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Jerry was the 12th in a family of 13 children. He was born February 10, 1942 in Stevens Point to the late Alvin and Laura (Frydack) Laska and when he was about three years old the family moved to Wausau. He went...
Robin Allen Kurth
Dec 23, 2023
Robin Allen Kurth, 68 passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born August 5, 1955 in Wausau, son of the late Raymond and Shirley (Clintsman) Kurth. He was the oldest of three siblings, and he grew up with a love of animals of all kinds....
James J. Mcintyre
Dec 21, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James J. McIntyre (“Jim”) of Wausau, Wisconsin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on December 21, 2023. Jim faced his final moments surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Born on October...
Gary J. Luebbe
Dec 20, 2023
Gary J. Luebbe, 78, Weston, died Wednesday, December 20, 2023, under the care of Compassus Hospice at his home.
He was born September 27, 1945, in Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Irene (Wanta) Luebbe. On May 24, 1969, he married Sharon Stefl in Hatley.
Gary served in the United States Marine Corps (USMC)...
Judith A. (Henes) Stenner
Dec 19, 2023
Judith A. Stenner, Madison, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her home in Wausau, WI surrounded by family after losing her battle to cancer.
She was born on October 17, 1941, in Madison, daughter of Arthur and Lucille Henes.
She retired from the State of Wisconsin in 2004. After retirement, she...
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