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.
Dolores G. Myszka
Aug 23, 2023
Dolores G. Myszka, a devoted mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. In her final weeks she was cared for by the Compassus Hospice team, in partnership with her caregiver Sue from Kelsey’s Angels. Dolores most enjoyed spending quality time with her grandchildren. She loved polka music and had a knack for...
Marilyn C. Gajewski
Aug 23, 2023
Marilyn C. Gajewski, 84, Athens, died Wednesday, August 23, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home.
She was born February 15, 1939 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Everett Joseph and Lydia (Thayer) Cochenet. On May 3, 1958 she married Stanley Gajewski in Brookfield. He preceded her in death on...
Clayton "Clay" E. Boeger
Aug 20, 2023
Clayton “Clay” E. Boeger, 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at his home.
He was born January 29, 1957 in Stratford, Wisconsin, son of the late Verald and Amanda (Hein) Boeger. On October 2, 2004 he married Sherri (Weiler) Erdman, the love of his life, in Athens.
Clay...
Clifford "Cliff" Ralph Knapp
Aug 20, 2023
Clifford “Cliff” Ralph Knapp, 92, Wausau, passed away peacefully following a brief illness on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born March 21, 1931 in Wausau to Rudolph and Viola Knapp. Cliff graduated from Trinity Lutheran grade school and Wausau Senior High School. On April 15, 1952, he married Merceda Rekowski at St....
Lyle E. Krautkramer
Aug 20, 2023
Lyle E. Krautkramer, 89, of Marathon, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born on August 17, 1934 in Marathon to the late Joseph and Mary (Gassner) Krautkramer. Lyle married the former Laverne Kurtzweil in Marathon at St. Mary Catholic Church on May 1, 1957.
Lyle worked for many...
Florence R. (Schreiber) Johnson
Aug 19, 2023
The Angel’s carried Florence Rosella Johnson through the gates of Heaven at the age of 97 on Saturday, August 19th, 2023. She was the beautiful 3rd born daughter to Paul and Mary (Grillheisel) Schreiber in Milan, WI. On April 3, 1943 she married Russell Johnson in Colby. He preceded her in death on September 7, 2013. They were blessed...
Edward "Ed" T. Endres
Aug 19, 2023
Edward “Ed” Endres, 70, Kronenwetter, WI, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 19, 2023. He was born on March 7, 1953, son of the late Geneva (Schmidt) and John Endres, Jr.
Ed was a man who loved his family above all else. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, spending time at...
Germaine A. Reif
Aug 17, 2023
Germaine A. Reif, 95, Wausau, formerly of Antigo, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 17, 2023 at Benedictine Living Community, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born June 23, 1928 in Antigo, daughter of the late George and Mildred (Holup) Schwentner. On July 7, 1964, she married William Reif in Pine...
Andrew "Andy" T. Lotter
Aug 14, 2023
Andrew “Andy” Lotter Jr., 73, Athens, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, August 14, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born November 3, 1949 to Andrew and Elizabeth (Weiler) Lotter. Andy was the sixth of seven children. He attended grade school at St. Anthony Catholic School and graduated from Athens High School in...
John P. Wolters
Aug 13, 2023
John P. Wolters, 85, died peacefully Sunday, August 13, 2023 while in the care of family and Comfort Care at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born November 8, 1937 in Appleton, son of the late Floyd and Helen (Crabb) Wolters. John grew up in Appleton and graduated from Appleton Senior High School. He served as a US...
Allen A. Masanz
Aug 12, 2023
Allen A. Masanz, 76, Milton, formerly of Marathon passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at Oak Park Place Nursing Home, Janesville.
He was born November 28, 1946 in Marshfield, son of the late Jospeh and Ethel (Kamenick) Masanz. On October 2, 1971 he married Judith Bergs at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. She preceded him in...
Roseann M. Huebsch
Aug 11, 2023
Roseann M. Huebsch, 66, Wausau, died Friday, August 11, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice services.
She was born November 8, 1956, in Wausau, daughter of the late Irvin and Helen (Mohr) Huebsch.
For 19 years Roseann worked as a certified escort driver for B&K Trucking. She enjoyed reading, photography, putting...
Joan E. Speers
Aug 9, 2023
Joan E Speers, age 84, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 9, 2023. Born in Ashland, WI on December 8,1938, Joan spent her early childhood in Park Falls, WI until her family relocated to Athens, WI in 1946. Joan married Gilbert Speers on April 27,1963. They lived in the Minneapolis area and settled in Robbinsdale, MN where Joan remained...
Donald W. Bergbower
Aug 9, 2023
Donald W. Bergbower, 56, Wausau, formerly of Deerbrook, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at his home while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born March 28, 1967, in Illinois, son of the late Ricky and LaGean (Clough) Bergbower. On February 22, 1996, he married Heidi Lang in St....
Howard D. Opal
Aug 7, 2023
Monday, August 7, 2023, Howard D. Opal, loving devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle passed away at the age of 84.
He was born November 27, 1938 in Waukegan, Illinois, son of the late Arthur and Alma (Kramer) Opal. On September 29, 1962 he married Virginia VerHagen in Waukegan, Illinois. He served in the United States...
Norma E. (Beilke) Miller
Aug 6, 2023
Norma E. Miller, 92, Minocqua, formerly of Marathon, died Sunday, August 6, 2023 at Traditions Assisted Living, Thorp, under the care of St. Joseph’s Hospice.
She was born May 31, 1931 in the town of Stettin, daughter of the late Alfred and Alma (Buttke) Beilke. On July 22, 1950, she married Roland Miller at Trinity Evangelical Lutheran...
Alicia R. Underwood
Aug 4, 2023
Alicia Renee (Carr) Underwood, gone too soon, passed with family by her side, August 4, 2023, at the age of 43.
Born in Wausau, WI, on March 13, 1980, Alicia grew up in Marathon City, surrounded by her devoted parents, Gary and Renee, her sisters, Dana and Gina, and their dog, Rascal. Alicia always demonstrated kindness, caring...
Scott S. Baker
Aug 2, 2023
Scott S. Baker, 60, died Wednesday, August 2, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 26, 1963 in Duluth, Minnesota, son of the late Richard Baker and Sharon (Presnall) Bonacci. On July 6, 1985 he married his high school sweetheart, Anita Frank, in Duluth.
Scott worked as a police officer in Spring Lake...
Theresa Rose (Lyden) Miles
Aug 1, 2023
Theresa (“Myrt”) R. Miles passed away on Monday, August 1, 2023, after a courageous nine-year battle with cancer. Born July 25, 1948, in Urbana, Ohio, she graduated from Kent State University with a BA in Elementary Education and from the University of Cincinnati with a MA in Elementary Education. She started teaching in Wilmington, OH, moving to Wausau in...
Margaret M. Shidell
Jul 31, 2023
Margaret Shidell, 102, of Marathon, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023 at Athenian Living in Athens. She was born on October 23, 1920 in Allenton, Wisconsin to the late Peter and Lena Bingen. She married Joseph Shidell in Marathon on June 28, 1941 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church and he preceded her in death on April 17, 1990....
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