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.
Cheryl A. Baumann
Jul 24, 2006
Cheryl A. Baumann 46, Merrill, died Monday July 24, 2006 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born September 28, 1959 in Wausau, daughter of Charles "Doug" Asmundsen, Wausau and the late Darlene Ann (Nienow) Asmundsen. On June 2, 1979, she married Gordon Baumann in Wausau. He survives. Cheryl was a homemaker and took great pride in raising her children, and...
Dorothy M. Karlen
Jul 20, 2006
Dorothy M. Karlen 83, 2941 Four Mile Road, Marathon, died Thursday, July 20, 2006 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Colonial Manor Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Wausau. She was born April 23, 1923 in the town of Cassel. On May 16, 1942 she married Marcel "Toby" Karlen at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cassel. He preceded...
Patrick R. Shea
Jul 19, 2006
Patrick R. Shea 71, Wausau, was ushered into the presence of the Lord on Wednesday, July 19, 2006 at Noon at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on February 26, 1935 in Milwaukee, son of the late Gordon and Lauretta (Cross) Shea. For many years, he lived in Tomahawk, where he helped his parents at their antique shop. Patrick also...
Christopher David Wolf
Jul 14, 2006
Christopher "Chris" D. Wolf 30, Wausau, died Friday, July 14, 2006 at his home. He was born August 25, 1975 in Wausau. Survivors include his parents, David Vogel and Sandra Wolf; and three brothers, Tyler Vogel, Trevor Vogel and Richard (Sue) Wolf, all of Wausau. Visitation will be Monday, July 17, 2006 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Peterson/Kraemer...
Michael William John Schmitz
Jul 12, 2006
Michael William John Schmitz, 23, 1241 N. Eighth Avenue, Wausau, was received into heaven by his Savior, Jesus Christ, Wednesday, July 12, 2006, in Wausau. He was born October 5, 1982 in Wausau, son of Dennis and Mary (Lynch) Schmitz, Wausau. Michael was a 2001 graduate of Wausau West High School and from the time he was in high school...
Patrick J. Plaski
Jul 11, 2006
Patrick J. Plaski 57, Wausau, formerly of Stevens Point, died Tuesday, July 11, 2006 at his home. Patrick worked at Kolbe & Kolbe and Marathon Electric in Wausau. Survivors include his son, Aaron Plaski, Virginia, one brother, Tim (Rhonda) Plaski and one sister, Susan Plaski, both of Las Vegas, his step children, Hanna Bruer and David Klussendorf, both of Stevens...
William H. Netzinger
Jul 10, 2006
William "Bill" H. Netzinger 81, Wausau, died Monday, July 10, 2006 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau. He was born April 23, 1925 in Ringle, son of the late Nickolas and Anna (Neuendank) Netzinger. On June 23, 1956, he married Lucille Muhs in Wausau. She preceded him in death on January 14, 2006. He served in the United States Army during...
Violet L. Sutter
Jul 9, 2006
Violet L. Sutter 76, Athens, died Sunday, July 9, 2006 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born December 11, 1929 in Athens, daughter of the late Albert and Katherine (Sprenger) Dorfschmidt. On October 25, 1959, she married George A. Sutter in Athens. He preceded her in death on October 30, 1991. Violet worked for the former Bank of Athens for...
Mary L. Ruplinger
Jul 9, 2006
Mary L. Ruplinger 49, 7203 Woodsmoke Road, Wausau died Sunday, July 9, 2006 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield, as a result of traffic accident. She was born December 26, 1956 in Wausau, daughter of James and Lillian (Skrzypcak) Burish. On May 3, 1986 she married Dean Ruplinger at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. He survives. Mary was a teacher's aide...
Helen A. Schlaefer
Jul 7, 2006
Helen A. Schlaefer 89, Wausau, died Friday July 7, 2006 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born March 26, 1917 in Wausau, daughter of the late Gustave and Anna (Schroeder) Ziebell. She was a graduate of Wausau Senior High School. On August 18, 1938, she married John B. Schlaefer in Waukon, Ill. He preceded her in death. Helen was a...
Cecelia J. Welbes
Jul 5, 2006
Cecelia J. Welbes 92, 6605 Bungaloo Road, Athens, died Wednesday, July 5, 2006 at Memorial Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Medford under Hope Hospice Care. She was born December 29, 1913 in Athens, daughter of the late Andrew and Eleanor (Grintjes) Vogl. On December 28, 1946 she married George Welbes at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. He preceded her in death...
Adam D. Mortenson
Jul 4, 2006
Adam D. Mortenson 23, town of Easton, died Tuesday, July 4, 2006 from injuries sustained in a traffic accident. He was born August 2, 1982 in Wausau, son of Clark and Barbara (Malitz) Mortenson. He was currently employed with Best-1 Plumbing and Heating Inc., Schofield. Among his many interests, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, paintball, snowmobiling, riding ATV's, working on cars...
Rev. Fred A. Kulovits
Jul 3, 2006
Rev. Fred A. Kulovits "Father Fred" 76, Wausau, was born to eternal life, Monday July 3, 2006 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau, where he was rehabilitating after recent heart bypass surgery. He was born August 12, 1929 in Chicago, son of the late Fred and Theresa (Ertler) Kulovits. Father Kulovits was ordained to the priesthood on May 9, 1959...
Belle J. Stein
Jul 1, 2006
Belle J. Stein 93, Stevens Point, a former Wausau and Arbor Vitae resident, died Saturday, July 1, 2006, at the Portage County Health Care Center, Stevens Point. She was born July 16, 1912 in Winneconne, daughter of the late Hans and Katherine (Stutzman) Jacobson. On September 2, 1929, she married Gilbert Stein in Waukegan, Ill. He preceded her in death...
James Bonkoski
Jun 26, 2006
James "Jim" Bonkoski 95, Wausau, formerly of Marathon, died Monday, June 26, 2006 under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born May 7, 1911 in Montello, son of the late Edwin and Anna (Hauck) Bonkoski. On September 6, 1937, he married Irene Seliger at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. She survives. Jim...
Elroy H. Stieber
Jun 24, 2006
Elroy H. Stieber 82, Wausau, died Saturday, June 24, 2006, at his home, under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Prior to his retirement, Elroy had been self employed as a cabinet maker and carpenter. Survivors include his wife, Helen (Morrill) Stieber, Wausau, seven children, Joe (Terry) Stieber, Daniel (Terisa) Stieber, Tom Stieber, Melissa (Scott) Litzer, Rick (Deb)...
Harvey O. Lodholz
Jun 23, 2006
Harvey O. Lodholz 83, Wausau, died Friday, June 23, 2006, at Wausau Manor Nursing Home. He was born January 31, 1923, in the town of Berlin, son of the late Arthur and Martha (Wendorf) Lodholz. On May 19, 1945, he married Laura Voight in the town of Hamburg. She survives. Harvey drove milk truck for Rousch Trucking then had been...
Leo G. Marqui
Jun 23, 2006
Leo G. Marqui 84, Rib Mountain, died Friday June 23, 2006 at his home. Prior to his retirement, Leo had been employed in the printing trade in Chicago. He was a veteran of World War II, serving in the US Navy. Survivors include his wife, Beatrice (Bebeau) Marqui, Rib Mountain, his children, Karen (Stan) Weymer, Glenview, Ill., Thomas (Cecelia) Marqui,...
Raymond C. Gumz
Jun 21, 2006
Raymond C. Gumz 87, 3407 Skylark Lane, Wausau, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Ray farmed in the town of Wein for over 30 years and also worked in the construction with three local firms, Thomson Abbot Co, Wergin Co. and Boldt Co. Survivors include his wife, Hattie...
Delores L. Baerenwald
Jun 21, 2006
Delores L. Baerenwald 74, Wausau, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was a homemaker. Survivors include, one daughter, Jeanette (Mark) Dahm, Tualatin, Ore.; three sons, David (Fiance Marcie LaRocke) Baerenwald, Wausau, Steve (Patty) Baerenwald, Medford and John Baerenwald, Wausau; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; and one sister,...
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