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.
Carolyn "Carol" W. Miller
Oct 1, 2023
Carolyn “Carol” W. Miller, 75, Marathon passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 1, 2023 while under the care of ProMedica Hospice at Copperleaf Assisted Living, Marathon.
Carol was born July 13, 1948 in Humboldt, TN, daughter of the late Robert Moore and Merle Stone. On January 21, 1967 she married Patrick “Pat” Miller in Abbotsford. He preceded...
Raymond "Buff" C. Kuehlman
Sep 30, 2023
Raymond C. “Buff” Kuehlman, 88, of Wausau, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston.
He was born on June 2, 1935, in Edgar, Wisconsin to the late Raymond L. and Marcella (Wetterau) Kuehlman. Raymond married Patricia Wagner on July 13, 1957, at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, Wausau.
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Susan K. Flatter
Sep 28, 2023
Susan K. Flatter, 69, died Thursday, September 28, 2023, at her home.
She was born June 1, 1954, in Tomahawk. A short time after birth she was adopted by Frank and Rose (Fischer) Plano. On June 27, 1981, she married Christopher Flatter at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau.
She had an infectious laugh that would...
Andrew "Andy" J. Check
Sep 27, 2023
Andrew “Andy” J. Check, 91, Wausau passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 27, 2023 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Wellington Place, Wausau.
He was born April 7, 1932 in Rosholt, son of the late Barney and Regina (Omernik) Check. On July 7, 1956 he married Alice Falkowski at St. Florian...
Jeffery "Jeff" John Scutkowski
Sep 26, 2023
Jeffery “Jeff” J. Scutkowski, 68, Wausau, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born December 30, 1954 in Wausau, son of the late John and Pauline (Ambroske) Scutkowski. On April 4, 1992, he married the love of his life, Jill Arndt at Holy Name of Jesus...
Marilyn I. Luczaj
Sep 24, 2023
Marilyn I. Luczaj, 93, of Wausau, passed away at Benedictine Living Community, Wausau, peacefully on Sunday, September 24, 2023 with family by her side.
She loved her family very much. Marilyn loved being outside, working in her flower beds or her garden, and fishing. She liked watching a variety of sports including her great-grandchildren playing softball and...
Ann M. (Austin) Seubert
Sep 23, 2023
Ann M. Seubert, 88, Marathon passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 23, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born January 20, 1935 in the town of Cleveland, daughter of the late Howard and Evelyn (Weisman) Austin. On September 1, 1958 she married James “Jim” Seubert at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Halder. He survives.
Ann...
Cecilia "Tillie" M. Braun
Sep 21, 2023
Cecilia Mae “Tillie” Braun, 95 died Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services. The Family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Aspirus, for the Care provided to Tillie in her final days.
She was born October 28, 1927 in Wausau, daughter of the late Anton...
Elaine M. Gorski
Sep 17, 2023
Elaine M. Gorski, 79, of Lake City, FL passed away on Sunday, September 17, 2023 with her husband and daughter by her side.
She was born February 17, 1944 in Merrill, daughter of the late Lloyd and Sophie Felch. On August 10, 1991, she married Donald Gorski in Knoxville, TN. He survives.
Elaine enjoyed bowling...
Jose Francisco Mejia Ii
Sep 13, 2023
Jose F. Mejia II, 74, Wausau, died Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 22, 1949 in Mexico, son of the late Jose F. and Juana (Duenez) Mejia. On June 3, 1978, he married the love of his life, Pamela Weso.
Survivors include, his wife, Pamela, three children, Carmen Mejia,...
James "Jim" E. Low
Sep 10, 2023
James E. (Jim) Low, Jr., 82, died suddenly at his home in Wausau, WI on Sunday, September 10, 2023. His wife, Sharon, was by his side. He was born October 2, 1940 in Kenosha, WI, son of the late James Sr. and Sarah (Campbell) Low. He grew up farming in Harvard, IL; attended Loras College in Dubuque, IA and...
Patrick Myszka
Sep 9, 2023
On September 9, 2023 11:44 PM Patrick Myszka peacefully went to his heavenly home on angels' wings. Patrick was born February 15, 1959 & given to his parents Louis & Josephine Myszka in a red satin pillow case due to the proximity of his birth to Valentine's Day. At the age of 5 he was committed to Central Colony...
John Armstrong
Sep 9, 2023
John Armstrong, Mosinee, formerly of Eland, passed away on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by his family.
John, the son of Bernard and Margaret Meverden, was born in West Allis and graduated from the Wittenberg High School.
On October 12, 1963, he married the love of his life, Mary McGrath, who...
Edna J. Schreier
Sep 5, 2023
Edna Jane Schreier was born August 30, 1953 to the late George & Edna (Rajek) Schreier. She passed away on September 5, 2023.
Edna Jane babysat for numerous families in the Marathon area for many years, which she enjoyed.
She then started to work at George’s Market for many years until the store closed. Later...
Patrick R. Kraft
Sep 3, 2023
Patrick R. Kraft (Krafty), 64, Wausau, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2023. He was born November 7, 1958 to Roger L. and Sally T. (Egner) Kraft.
Patrick was a graduate of Wausau East High School in 1977. After high school he joined the United States Marine Corps and achieved the rank of Sergeant (ES) before being...
Dorothy M. Nikolai
Sep 2, 2023
Dorothy Margaret (Mohr) Nikolai, of Merrill, passed away on Saturday, September 2, 2023 while residing at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill, WI, under the care of their loving staff and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Dorothy was born March 3, 1930 in the Town of Rib Mountain, to the late Henry and Victoria (Raasch) Mohr. She...
Michael J. Majernik
Sep 1, 2023
Michael J. Majernik, 76, Wausau died peacefully on Friday, September 1, 2023 at Wausau Manor while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born May 6, 1947 in Streator, Illinois, son of the late Rudolph and Wilma (Balke) Majernik. On January 31, 1970 he married Sharon Wonders, who preceded him in death....
Christine K. Hart
Aug 31, 2023
Christine Kay Hart, 64, of Athens, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Thursday, August 31, 2023 under the care of House of the Dove and Compassus Hospice, Marshfield.
Chris was born November 26, 1958, daughter of the late Gordon and Eldora (Brandt) Giese. On January 21, 1976, Chris married David Hart at St. John...
Roger L. Stoltz
Aug 31, 2023
Roger L. Stoltz, 84, of Wausau, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2023 at Mt. View Care Center, Wausau, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born on August 26, 1939 to the late Henry and Blanche (Barden) Stoltz. Roger graduated from Newman Catholic High School with the class of 1958 and...
John E. Bergs
Aug 27, 2023
John E. Bergs, 73, Marathon died peacefully on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born April 27, 1950, son of the late Elmer and Theresa (Golla) Bergs. On July 9, 1972 he married Margo Krueger at Trinity Lutheran Church, town of Stettin. She survives.
For more than 34 years John worked...