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.
Mary E. (Mcdonnell) Smith
Jul 8, 2023
Mary E. Smith, 83, Wausau passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 8, 2023, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice services at her home.
She was born September 1, 1939, in Houghton, Michigan, daughter of the late Joseph and Lilvay (Zerbst) McDonnell. On March 28, 1970, she married Edward Smith in Rhinelander. He preceded...
Elizabeth "Betty" M. (Rauscher) Schuster
Jul 5, 2023
Elizabeth “Betty” M. Schuster, 94, Wausau passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 5, 2023 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Mountain Terrace, Wausau.
She was born May 21, 1929 in Dorchester, daughter of the late Edward and Theresa (Bachhuber) Rauscher. Betty married Alvin Reynolds in Wausau on August 26, 1947. She...
Patricia "Pat" A. Platta
Jul 4, 2023
Patricia "Pat" A. Platta, 90, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly at her home Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
She was born August 17,1932 in Rothschild, daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Schultz) Suske. She graduated from Wausau High School in 1951. Pat married Vilas Platta on June 13, 1953 at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild. He preceded her...
Janice Klade
Jul 1, 2023
Jan Klade 59 of Wausau passed away on Saturday July 1, 2023 after a long battle with cancer.
She was born on February 21, 1964 to Gladys & Harry "Joe" Bloom.
She is survived by her mother Gladys Verbsky (Wausau), brother Len Bloom & Heidi White (FL), 3 children Kailyn & William Alexander (Wausau), Erick...
Verna C. Habeck
Jun 28, 2023
Verna C. Habeck passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 28, 2023, in Weston, WI. She was born on November 5, 1932, in Black River Falls, WI, to the late Warren and Muriel (Engebretson) Lyon. Verna was a woman of great kindness, adventurous spirit, and unyielding optimism, whose light shone brightly in the lives of all who knew her.
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Myrtes Jean (Thimm) Burlingame
Jun 27, 2023
Myrtes Jean Burlingame, age 80, of Athens, Wisconsin, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 27, 2023. Myrtes passed away peacefully at home.
She was born on September 28, 1942, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Ardella M. and Edward H. Thimm. She graduated from Messmer High School in 1960 where she...
George H. Stauske
Jun 26, 2023
George Hubert Stauske, 75, Athens, died Monday June 26, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born April 2, 1948, in Wausau, son of the late Hubert and Edna (Zarling) Stauske. After High School graduation, George attended Northcentral Technical College graduating with a degree in welding. He then returned home to the family farm and became a...
Joann Jesse
Jun 25, 2023
Joann Jesse of Wausau, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 25, 2023, at North Central Health Care at the age of 91. Joann was born on September 6, 1931, in the Rogers Park, Illinois, a community just north of the heart of Chicago, to parents Joseph and Wanda “Ida” Vesely. After graduating from high school, the family moved...
Jon S. Peterson
Jun 23, 2023
Jon Stephen Peterson died at age 69 from complications of Lung Sarcoidosis at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on June 23, 2023, surrounded by friends and family.
Jon was born in Marquette, Michigan on November 20, 1953 at Marquette General Hospital to his parents John Peterson and Mary Anne (Guelff) Peterson. He grew up on Brickyard Road off Highway...
Warren "Andy" A. Ament
Jun 23, 2023
Warren “Andy” Andrew Ament, 78, Wausau passed away peacefully while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born January 4, 1945, in Wausau, son of the late Otto and Johanna (Gruessing) Ament. On April 16, 1977, he married Sandra “Sandy” Sward at Mount Calvary...
Sandy Sue (Baneck) Tepe
Jun 23, 2023
Sandy Sue (Baneck) Tepe, 70, Wausau passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2023 while under the care of Compassus Hospice at Wausau Manor.
She was born on December 6, 1952 to the late Allen and Lois (Erdmann) Baneck and was baptized at home in Hamburg on January 4, 1953.
Sandy went to Maple Grove...
Guy "Jafo" C. Gauger
Jun 19, 2023
Guy “JAFO” Gauger departed from us Monday, June 19, 2023, embarking on his journey to a serene and tranquil realm. Born on July 17th, 1968, Guy's lifelong passion for adventure began at a young age with his love for mini bikes, which swiftly transitioned to dirt bikes, where he excelled in motocross. Alongside his exhilarating pursuits, he cherished his...
Lucille "Lucy" H. (Poeske) Sonnentag
Jun 19, 2023
Lucille (Lucy) Helen Sonnentag, 84 - dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and friend passed away Monday morning June 19,2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born June 30, 1938 in Wausau, daughter of the late Ervin and Bertha (Peters) Poeske. On May 6, 1961 she married Wally Sonnentag at the former St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He survives....
William J. Weisenberger
Jun 18, 2023
William J. Weisenberger, 93, Wausau, died peacefully under the care of Compassus Hospice Care, Sunday June 18, 2023, at his home.
He was born June 12, 1930, in Marathon, son of the late William and Katherine (Bedynek) Weisenberger Sr. William married Beverly Witter in 1951, later divorcing after 23 years of marriage. He later married Anna Klimek. ...
Sandra "Sandy" K. (Spiegel) Prinz
Jun 18, 2023
Sandra (Sandy) K. (Spiegel) Prinz, 81 of Rib Mountain passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2023 surrounded by her loving husband of 62 years, Bill Prinz, and children.
She was born August 23, 1941 in Adrian, MN, daughter of the late Owen and Helen (Guralski) Spiegel. On April 15, 1961 she married her high school sweetheart...
Wayne M. Kazda
Jun 18, 2023
Wayne M. Kazda, 84, passed away on Sunday, June 18, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 31, 1938 in Schofield, son of the late John Jr. and Gralda (Dahm) Kazda.
He graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1957. Continuing his education, he attended UWMC, UW Madison, and UW Stevens Point from...
Jerome Matthew Folz
Jun 17, 2023
Jerome Matthew Folz, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 17, 2023, with his wife, Patricia by his side.
He was born July 10, 1930 in Rozellville, WI to Anton and Susan (Bornbach) Folz.
From November 1951 until August 1953, Jerome served in the Korean War. He was one of the seven survivors of the...
Marie C. (Mallak) Riehle
Jun 14, 2023
Marie C. Riehle, 98, Athens, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Aspirus Tomahawk Hospital.
She was born November 25, 1924 in the town of Halsey, daughter of the late Leo and Rose (Salzman) Mallak. On October 18, 1944, she married Lawrence P. Riehle at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. He preceded her in death on...
Jodi A. Harris
Jun 11, 2023
Jodi A. Harris, 66, Marion formerly of Wausau passed away Sunday, June 11, 2023 at Froedert Hospital, Milwaukee, after a long and courageous battle with Leukemia.
She was born May 1, 1957 in Wisconsin, daughter of the late John and Eleanore (Dehne) Fischer. In 1986 Jodi married Charles “Chuck” Harris in Wausau. He survives.
Jodi’s...
James "Jim" N. Light
Jun 9, 2023
James N. Light, 75, Rib Mountain passed away on Friday, June 9, 2023 after a short battle with cancer while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at the Hospice House, Wausau.
James was born December 17, 1947 in Janesville, WI to James E and Cyrillia (Groshek) Light. Jim graduated from Wausau High School...
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