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.
Lloyd R. Pilgrim
Aug 23, 2009
Lloyd R. Pilgrim 88, Edgar, died Sunday, August 23, 2009 at Colonial Center, Colby. He was born May 10, 1921 in Edgar, son of the late Herman and Elsie (Rietzow) Pilgrim. On June 7, 1958 he married Helen Oldenburg at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Gleason. She preceded him in death on November 20, 1994. Lloyd was a farmer who enjoyed...
Rodell Long
Aug 19, 2009
Rodell Long 86, died Wednesday, August 19, 2009 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Wausau Hospital. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving in World War II and worked as a carpenter in the residential construction business. Survivors include his daughter, Marilyn Griffin, Wausau; son, Russell (Patricia) Long, Ames, Iowa; five grandchildren,...
Erin E. Brost
Aug 19, 2009
Erin Elizabeth Brost 25, Wausau, died Wednesday, August 19, 2009 in Chicago, Illinois. She was born March 17, 1984, daughter of Mark and Judi (McDaniel) Brost of Rib Mountain. Erin was a 2002 graduate of Wausau West High School. She lettered in both cross country and track and field and was part of two state qualifying relay teams. She also...
Bertie Lou D. Beck
Aug 13, 2009
Bertie Lou D. Beck 73, Wausau, died Thursday August 13, 2009 at her home. She was born November 9, 1935, in Wausau, daughter of the late Gilbert and Delia (Merrill) Wendorf. On May 4, 1957, she married Jerome 'Jerry' Beck at Zion Lutheran Church, Wausau. He survives. Bertie Lou had been employed for several years at Fiskars prior to her...
Audrey A. Kurth
Aug 13, 2009
Audrey A. Kurth, 75, Kronenwetter, died Thursday, August 13, 2009 at the University Hospital, Madison. She was born September 6, 1933 in the town of Kronenwetter, daughter of the late Fay and Gralda (Luedtke) Fletcher. On May 12, 1973, she married Orman Kurth at the Reedemer Ev. Lutheran Church in the town of Weston. He survives. Audrey had many careers...
Audrey A. Kurth
Aug 13, 2009
Audrey A. Kurth, 75, Kronenwetter, died Thursday, August 13, 2009 at the University Hospital, Madison. She was born September 6, 1933 in the town of Kronenwetter, daughter of the late Fay and Gralda (Luedtke) Fletcher. On May 12, 1973, she married Orman Kurth at the Reedemer Ev. Lutheran Church in the town of Weston. He survives. Audrey had many careers...
Kamryn Lee Curtis
Aug 12, 2009
Kamryn Lee Curtis, infant child of Corey and Linda Curtis, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. Survivors include, parents and brother, Brettan Curtis. A memorial service will be 6:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2009 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau. Friends may call from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the service, Friday at...
Gene A. Rodman
Aug 12, 2009
Gene A. Rodman, 66, town of Frankfort, died Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at his home. He was born November 23, 1942 in the town of Frankfort, son of the late Oscar and Helen (Dorfschmidt) Rodman. On September 5, 1964, he married Martha Ortman at Trinity Lutheran Church, Athens. She survives. Gene attended school in the Athens area, then worked as...
Earl T. Thompson
Aug 12, 2009
Earl T. Thompson 84, Wausau, died Weds. August 12, 2009 at Cedar Ridge Elder Services, under the care of Ministry Home Care Hospice. He was born August 11, 1925, in Mosinee. After graduating high school, Earl proudly joined the US Navy and served his country as a gunner. He married Mae Jermac in Milwaukee. They had been married over 50...
Sharon A. Schaefer
Aug 10, 2009
Sharon A. Schaefer (nee Knippel) 62, Wausau, passed away Monday, August 10, 2009 at her home. She was born November 12, 1946 in Wausau and raised by her grandmother, the late, Hazel Johnson. She owned and operated the former Sharon's Shine and Glow Mini Kleen, Wausau and also worked for Mount View Care Center. Among her many interests, she enjoyed...
Donald A. Voigt
Aug 10, 2009
Donald A. Voigt 73, Wausau died Monday, August 10, 2009 at his home. He was born October 22, 1935 in Hamburg, son of the late Arnold and Hearta (Plisch) Voigt. On March 21, 1964 he married Jean McNulty in Duluth, Minn. She preceded him in death on May 13, 1999. He then married Norma Dudash on July 26, 2003 in...
Cynthia Adele Furger
Aug 9, 2009
Cynthia Adele Furger, 53, passed away Sunday, August 9, 2009 at the University of Wisconsin Hospital, Madison. She was born May 30, 1956 in Phillips, daughter of Richard and Carolyn (Komatz) Norum. Cindy was a graduate of Phillips High School and went on to get her degree in Special Education. From 1981-1985 she began her family and had three daughters...
Roger Conrad Riehle
Aug 8, 2009
Roger Conrad Riehle 72, Athens, died suddenly of an acute asthma attack early Saturday morning, August 8, 2009 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield. He was born January 30, 1937 in Athens, son of the late Anton and Frances (Platta) Riehle. In 1960, Roger took over and enjoyed farming on the family homestead in the town of Rietbrock. On August 28,...
Elmer J. Foster
Aug 7, 2009
Elmer John Foster 96, Wausau, died Friday August 7, 2009 at North Central Health Care Facilities, Wausau. He was born January 17, 1913, in Cook County, Illinois, son of the late John and Ella (Stephanee) Foster. On March 12, 1932, he married Florence Weden in the town of Pine River. They were married 69 years. Elmer was an honorable man,...
Pearl Isabelle Suthers
Aug 7, 2009
Pearl Isabelle Suthers, 92, Rothschild, died Friday, August 7, 2009 at her home. She was born February 21, 1917 in Polk County, Wis., daughter of the late Alex and Amy (Forsberg) Johnson. On April 22, 1936 she married George Suthers. He preceded her in death June 18, 1996. Survivors include three sons; Leslie (Julie) Suthers, Mosinee and their children, Jim,...
William Robert Williams
Aug 6, 2009
William "Robert" Williams, 72, Wausau, died Thursday, August 6, 2009 at Mount View Care Center. Survivors include, wife, Ann Williams, two sons, Bill (Judy) Williams and David Williams, three daughters, Deanna (Michael) Sweeten, Sherry (Tim) Cook and Kim (Robert) Knight, one brother, Richard (JoAnn) Williams, 10 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, August...
Donald J. Marthaler
Aug 4, 2009
Donald J. Marthaler, 74, Brokaw, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born October 22, 1934 in Goodrich where he was raised, son of the late Chester and Helen (Kittl) Marthaler. Donald attended Athens High School and continued his education at University of Wisconsin River Falls. He served in The United States Marine Reserves. Donald retired...
Mary F. Miller
Aug 2, 2009
Mary F. Miller 90, Wausau, died Sunday, August 2, 2009 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau. She was born December 3, 1918 in the town of Cassel, daughter of the late John and Elenora (Lang) Weisenberger. On August 31, 1941, she married Elmer Miller at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death on December 25, 1976. Mary was...
Bonita K. Duranceau
Aug 2, 2009
Bonita K. Duranceau 67, 620 Chicago Avenue, Wausau died Sunday, August 2, 2009 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home. She was born June 9, 1942 in Wausau, daughter of the late Joseph and Katharyn (Mulligan) Yambrik. On July 14, 1962 she married Delbert Duranceau at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He survives. Bonita...
Catherine M. Stachovak
Aug 2, 2009
Catherine M. Stachovak 85, Wausau, died Sunday, August 2, 2009 at Kennedy Park Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Weston. She was born January 11, 1924 in Phelps, Wis., daughter of the late Charles and Theresa (Doege) Dunow. On January 13, 1945, she married John Stachovak at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death on July 2, 1993. Catherine...
