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.
Mildred E. Gruny
May 29, 2007
Mildred E."Milly" Gruny 85, Marathon, died Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born June 9, 1921 in the town of Cassel, daughter of the late Louis and Mary (Heil) Karlen. On June 2, 1941, she married Raymond J. Lang in Marathon, he preceded in death on July 20, 1965. On August 8, 1969, she married Adolph...
John A. Solimene
May 29, 2007
John A. Solimene John A. Solimene, 51, Mosinee, died Tuesday, May 29, 2007, at his home. He was born Aug. 31, 1955, in San Bernardino, Calif., son of the late Victor and Mardel (Diea) Solimene. John was very active in the community doing volunteer work, performing reenactments of World War II events and being a musician in local bands. Being...
Mary Jane Wyzkowski
May 29, 2007
Mary Jane Wyzkowski 78, Wausau, died Tuesday May 29, 2007 at Colonial Manor Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Wausau, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born August 23, 1928, in Wausau, daughter of the late Martin and Laura (Sniegoski) Kumbera. On January 3, 1948, she married the love of her life, Ambrose Wyzkowski, at St....
Pauline G. Juderjahn
May 28, 2007
Pauline G. Juderjahn 75, 12200 State Hwy 29, Marathon, died Monday, May 28, 2007 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Cedar Creek Manor, Kronenwetter. She was born July 15, 1931 in Chicago, daughter of the late Delbert and Ila (King) Thompson. On March 25, 1983 she married Ronald Juderjahn in Watertown. He preceded her in...
Joseph J. Malak
May 28, 2007
Joseph J. Malak 68, Wausau, died Monday May 28, 2007 at his home. He was born June 2, 1938, in Wausau, son of the late John and Alexandra (Cison) Malak. For many years, Joe owned and operated "The Joey Malak Water Ski Show". He enjoyed working with the young people and encouraging them to become the best they could be....
Joan Bickford Mcgivern
May 23, 2007
Joan Bickford McGivern 76, 1134 S. 17th Avenue, Wausau, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Wednesday, May 23, 2007 peacefully at her home. She was born January 20, 1931 in Wausau, daughter of the late Stanley and Alma (Reuter) Bickford. On November 4, 1950 she married Patrick McGivern in Wausau. He preceded her in death February 16, 1984....
Simon J. Rutz
May 21, 2007
Simon J. "Sammy" Rutz 75, Wausau, died Monday May 21, 2007, at his home. He was born February 28, 1932, in Little Falls, Minn., son of the late Simon Sr. and Agnes (Ringwelski) Rutz. On June 1, 1953, he married Dorothy Stoltman at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Flensburg, Minnesota. She survives. Prior to his retirement, Sammy had been employed for...
Todd A. Roslawski
May 21, 2007
Todd A. Roslawski 34, Rothschild, died Monday, May 21, 2007 at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield. He was born June 6, 1972 in West Allis, son of Anthony Roslawski and Joan Wangard. On June 6, 1992 he married Pam Paulson in Milwaukee. She survives. Todd worked as a drywall finisher for TNT Drywall. In his free time he enjoyed water sports...
Harold J. Lang
May 19, 2007
Harold J. Lang 85, formerly of Alpine Road, Marathon, died Saturday May 19, 2007 at North Central Health Care Facilities, Wausau, under the care of Ministry Home Hospice. He was born April 18, 1922, in the town of Cassel, son of the late Ignatius and Margaret (Dalsky) Lang. On October 2, 1948, he married Geraldine Wadzinski at Sacred Heart Catholic...
Morris Allen Hills
May 18, 2007
Morris Allen Hills 74, Kronenwetter, formerly of North Fond du Lac, passed away Friday, May 18, 2007 at St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. He was born October 10, 1932 in Fond du Lac, son of the late Maurice W. and Edith Hills. Morris was a United States Army veteran of the Korean War and member of Our Savior Evangelical Lutheran Church,...
Elizabeth J. Szymanski
May 15, 2007
Elizabeth "Elsie" J. Szymanski 85, Marathon, died Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at Kennedy Park Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Weston. She was born June 21, 1921 in the town of Wien, daughter of the late Francis and Frances (Rodman) Knetter. On September 26, 1940, she married Stanley Szymanski at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cassel. He preceded her in death on June...
Marion J. Neumann
May 15, 2007
Marion J. Neumann 84, Wausau, died Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at Marywood Convalescent Center, Wausau. She worked at Wausau Battery for many years. Survivors include two brothers, Donald (Virginia) Schulz, Schofield and Harvey (Darlene) Schulz, Milwaukee; sister, Rosemary Knudson, Wausau and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, May 18, 2007 at...
James Krahn
May 7, 2007
James "Jim" Krahn 64, Wausau, died Monday, May 7, 2007 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born May 3, 1945 in Wausau, son of the late Lawrence and Arleen (Wirkus) Krahn. On August 22, 1964 he married Janet Tremel in Wausau. She survives. For over 42 years Jim worked as a mechanic, welder and in maintenance for PDM Bridge and...
Albert Bunge
May 6, 2007
Albert "A.A." Bunge 87, Rib Falls, died Sunday, May 6, 2007 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born February 16, 1920 in Rib Falls, son of the late August and Mary (Braun) Bunge. In October of 1961, he married Rose Ann Dziak in Wausau. She survives. Albert was a self employed cattle buyer and trucker and farmed in the Rib...
Albert L. Kramer
May 6, 2007
Albert L. Kramer 99, Schofield, died Sunday, May 6, 2007 at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill. He was born March 11, 1908 in Oklahoma, son of the late Peter and Mary (Gorski) Kramer. On January 30, 1932, he married Marian Wanta in Wausau. She preceded him in death. Albert farmed in the Weston area for many years, and then worked...
Joyce A. Reynolds
May 1, 2007
Joyce A. Reynolds 71, Wausau, died Tuesday, May 1, 2007 at her home. She was born November 11, 1935 in Antigo, daughter of the late Earl and Beatrice (Peasley) Wincentsen. On October 4, 1952 she married Gerald Reynolds in Wittenberg. He survives. Joyce babysat for many years then worked as a housekeeper at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was a member...
David P. Orlikowski
Apr 30, 2007
David P. Orlikowski 63, 4495 Church Road, Conover, died Monday, April 30, 2007 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield. He was born April 20, 1944 son of the late Alexander and Marie (Rosner) Orlikowski. On February 14, 1968 he married Vicki Lanham at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Wuertzburg. She survives. David worked for Hanz Construction Co. in Wausau for...
Mary Ann Van Rixel
Apr 30, 2007
Mary Ann "Kitty" Van Rixel 74, Mosinee, died Monday, April 30, 2007 at her home. She was born July 16, 1932 in Rosholt, daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria (Spitza) Garski. On November 18, 1950, she married Leo Van Rixel in Stevens Point. He survives. Among her many interests, she enjoyed bowling, gardening and especially spending time with her...
Edward T. Writz
Apr 29, 2007
Edward T. Writz 77, Tomahawk, died Sunday, April 29, 2007 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at the Hospice House. He was born June 23, 1929 in Athens, son of the late Thomas and Helen (Stencil) Writz. Ed married Elaine Leffel in 1952, they later divorced but remained good friends. Ed was the owner/operator of Ed...
Susan Fischer
Apr 29, 2007
Susan Fischer 51, Wausau, died Sunday, April 29, 2007 at home surrounded by her family due to a lengthy fight with cancer. She was born August 7, 1955 in Wausau, daughter of Wallace and Genevieve (Koback) Kaminski. On August 9, 1975 she married Jerry Fischer. He survives. Susan loved to work and play games on her computer. She was an...
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