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.
Joan J. (Wenzel) Anklam
Dec 12, 2023
Joan J. Anklam, 81, of Wausau passed away Tuesday December 12th, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Joan was born September 30th, 1942, in Wausau to Herbert and Stella (Torzewski) Wenzel. The oldest of three girls, Joan and her sisters grew up on the family farm. From early...
Donald "Chubby" O. Hanson
Dec 10, 2023
Donald “Chubby” O. Hanson, 65, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
He was born October 7, 1958, son of the late Delbert and Shirley (Hull) Hanson.
Survivors include, his siblings, Debbi (Patrick) Parker and their son, Travis, Delbert Hanson Jr., Donna (Norbie) Luebbe and Douglas Hanson; step siblings, Joey...
Mary M. Schmitt
Dec 10, 2023
Mary Schmitt, 73, died Sunday, December 10, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Sylvan Crossing, Wausau, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s .
She was born October 11, 1950 in Wausau, daughter of the late Gerald and Mary (LeSage) Mueller. On April 3, 1971 she married Thomas “Tom” Schmitt at St....
James Strek
Dec 8, 2023
James William Strek “Jim” “Jimmy”, passed over December 8, 2023 while listening to the radio with his dog, Joe, at his side. It was a peaceful end to a life well lived.
Jim was born June 3, 1953 to Priscilla and Ronald Strek. He graduated from Wausau Senior High School and continued his education at UW-Eau Claire. ...
Beverly H. Lambrecht
Dec 7, 2023
Beverly H. Lambrecht, 82, Clinton, formerly of Wausau went peacefully to her Lord and Savior in heaven on Thursday, December 7, 2023 after being on Hospice and getting Covid.
She was born November 22, 1941 in Marathon, daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Beyer) Lambrecht.
Survivors include her brother, Harvey (Karen) Lambrecht, her sister-in-law,...
Ronald "Ron" Louis Schaub
Dec 6, 2023
Ron Schaub, age 75, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Ronald Louis Schaub, the son of Caroline Regina Hansen and Louis Leo Schaub, was born at Vernon Memorial Hospital, Viroqua, WI on January 14, 1948. He was welcomed to the family farm on St. Mary’s Ridge by his two sisters, Louise and Jane and...
Miranda J. (Krueger) Bonsall
Dec 4, 2023
Miranda J. Krueger-Bonsall, 38, Edgar, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 4, 2023, at her home while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services after a battle with cancer.
She was born January 16, 1985, in Wausau to Mary (Koch) Krueger, Waunakee and the late Glenn Krueger.
Miranda grew up in Marathon...
Janice "Jan" M. Springer
Dec 3, 2023
Janice “Jan” M. Springer, 75, died Sunday, December 3, 2023 at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield.
She was born February 20, 1948 in town of Frankfort, daughter of the late Virgil and Bernadine (Bargender) Schlais. On November 27, 1971 she married Leonard Springer at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar and he preceded her in death on November 7,...
Jerome "Jerry" M. Sowinski
Nov 30, 2023
Jerome “Jerry” M. Sowinski, 63, Wausau, passed away on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at Benedictine Living Community in Wausau, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born on November 14, 1960 in Wausau, son of the late Chester Sr. and Leona (Letarski) Sowinski.
Jerry lived and worked in the Wausau...
Ethel Mae (Stange) Durkee
Nov 28, 2023
Ethel M. Durkee
Ethel Mae Durkee, 79, Edgar was called home on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at Mount View Care Center under the care of the Aspirus Hospice team. Her family was with her throughout her journey home. She was born May 3, 1944, in Wausau, WI to the late John and Erma (Jacobi) Stange. She married...
Arthur A. Schilling
Nov 27, 2023
Arthur A. Schilling, 88, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 27, 2023, while at his plumbing shop in Wausau.
He was born in Wausau on June 18, 1935 to the late Arthur and Bertha (Hett) Schilling. Arthur grew up in Wausau and graduated from Wausau High School. He started working with his father at age...
Lawrence J. Jastinski
Nov 26, 2023
Lawrence J. Jastinski, 100, died Sunday, November 26, 2023 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born August 8, 1923 in Wausau, son of the late Michael and Mary Jastinski. On October 14, 1947 he married Valeria Petrowski at Holy Hill, Wisconsin and she preceded him in death on June 30, 2019.
Survivors include his...
Regina "Jeanie" Marie (Bauer) Martorano
Nov 24, 2023
Regina “Jeanie” Martorano (nee:Bauer) was born on February 14, 1937 to Henry and Meta Mae Bauer in Chicago, IL. At age two, her mother passed away and Jeanie was placed along with her older siblings, into Lydia Christian Children’s Home in Chicago. There, at an early age, she learned to trust Christ for the forgiveness of her sins and...
Nancy Schwalenberg
Nov 20, 2023
Nancy Schwalenberg went to be with the Lord Jesus on November 20, 2023 at the age of 86. She passed into eternal glory in the presence of her sons, Mark and Ryan, under the excellent care of the staff of Aspirus Hospital, Medford, WI. Nancy was never given a middle name.
Nancy was born in Waupun, WI...
Priscilla E. Stenzel
Nov 14, 2023
Priscilla E. Stenzel, 85, Athens, died November 14, 2023 at CopperLeaf Assisted Living, Marathon.
Priscilla was born January 8, 1938, in the town of Rietbrock, daughter of the late Joseph and Erma (Soucek) Myszka. She married Luke Stenzel Jr. on July 7, 1956 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Poniatowski. He preceded her in death on April...
Jerome "Jerry" R. Volkman
Nov 13, 2023
Jerome “Jerry” Volkman, 85, Schofield, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, while under the care of Compassus Hospice at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, Weston.
He was born September 4, 1938, in Wausau, son of the late Edward and Elsie (Kittel) Volkman. On October 27, 1962, he married Norma Klatt, the love of his life, at...
Michael E. Syring
Nov 11, 2023
Michael E. Syring, 71, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
He was born on January 18, 1952 to the late Ernest and Harriett (Wolf) Syring in Ashland. Mike graduated from Wausau East High School in 1970. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps, reenlisting before completing his service.
Following...
Loretta M. Kane
Nov 7, 2023
Loretta Kane, 91, of Wausau, WI, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at Mount View Care Center.
She was born July 19, 1932, daughter of the late Clarence and Laura (Jensen) Eschenbach. In May of 1954 she married Kenneth Kane who preceded her in death in October of 2016.
Survivors include her three children,...
Kenneth "Ken" J. Ziegel
Nov 7, 2023
Kenneth “Ken” Ziegel, 86, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2023 with his wife, Beverly by his side. He was born June 13th, 1937 in the town of Corning WI to the late Norma (Voigt) and Ervin Ziegel, Sr., the second youngest of 8 children. His early years were spent on the family farm where he learned a strong...
Delores A. Westfall
Nov 6, 2023
Delores A. Westfall, 91, Athens, died Monday, November 6, 2023, at Colonial Health and Rehabilitation, Colby.
She was born June 30, 1932, in town of Bern, daughter of the late Sebastian and Anna (Post) Weiler. On October 28, 1950, she married Harold “Hecky” Westfall at St. Anthony Catholic Church and he preceded her in death on October...
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