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.
Francis Gertschen
May 21, 2005
Francis Gertschen 68, of Minocqua, formerly of Marathon, died Saturday, May 21, 2005 at Howard Young Medical Center, Minoqua. He was born September 13, 1936 in Marathon, son of the late Frank and Amelia "Molly" (Seubert) Gertschen. For many years, Francis owned and operated Gertschen Implement in Marathon. He was a member of the Massey Ferguson Dealer Council. Francis was...
Phyllis A. Olson
May 19, 2005
Phyllis A. Olson 3102 North Mountain Road, Wausau, died Thursday, May 19, 2005 under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born June 27, 1931 in the town of Emmet, daughter of the late Frank and Mary (Kowelefski) Novitzke. On November 12, 1949 she married Carroll "Ole" Olson in Wausau. He preceded her...
Eugene J. Belter
May 17, 2005
Eugene J. Belter 71, W1150 Buck Avenue, Medford, died Tuesday, May 17, 2005 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield. He was born March 16, 1934 in Athens, son of Joseph Belter, Edgar and the late Mary (Milkowski) Belter. On December 1, 1964 Eugene married Ethel Marthaler at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. She survives. Prior to his retirement Eugene was an...
Marlyn E. Ziemer
May 16, 2005
Marlyn E. Ziemer 68, Schofield and Lakewood Ranch, Fla., died Monday, May 16, 2005 at Hospice House, Wausau. He was born October 27, 1936 in Tigerton and was raised in Shawano, son of the late Arthur and Esther (Watters) Ziemer. On June 22, 1963, he married Elaine Fuhs in Oshkosh. She survives. Marlyn served in the United States Airforce, and...
Herbert W. Bergs
May 15, 2005
Herbert W. Bergs 81, Edgar, died Sunday, May 15, 2005 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born January 31, 1924 in the town of Rib Falls, son of the late Anton and Katherine (Schueller) Bergs. On June 13, 1945, he married Mary Alice Hall at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon. She...
Elaine K. Schubring
May 12, 2005
Elaine K. Schubring 76, Wausau, died Thursday May 12, 2005 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. On October 2, 1945 she married James D. Schubring in Wausau. He preceded her in death August 28, 2003. Elaine was a homemaker and a great mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was proud to be a member of the Bell Choir at Mount View...
Elaine A. Gleason
May 10, 2005
Elaine A. Gleason 62, 112 Schmidt Avenue, Rothschild, died Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born November 8, 1942 in Hatley, daughter of the late Theodore and Eleanore (Gavin) Fierek. On February 17, 1962 she married Jerome Gleason at St. James Catholic Church, Wausau. He survives. Elaine was a homemaker. She was a devoted wife, mother...
Shirley M. Dittmar
May 9, 2005
Shirley M. Dittmar 55, 2100 East 6th Street, Merrill, died Monday, May 9, 2005 at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill. She was born August 5, 1949 in the town of Texas, daughter of the late Carl and Dorena (Jaeger) Dittmar. Shirley worked at Northern Valley Workshop in Wausau. She enjoyed writing, shopping and going out to eat. Above all things...
Virginia J. Schmidt
May 8, 2005
Virginia J. Schmidt 74, Edgar, died on Mothers Day, Sunday, May 8, 2005 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born April 13, 1931 in Wisconsin, daughter of the late Glenn and Florence (Dix) Blyton. On December 30, 1947, she married Neil Schmidt in Edgar. He preceded her in death on December...
Tillie Zahrobsky
May 8, 2005
Tillie Zahrobsky 107, Edgar, died Sunday, May 8, 2005 at the Marshfield Care Center. She was born March 6, 1898 in Chicago, daughter of the late Benjamine and Anna (Oliverius) Novak. On October 8, 1923 she married Frank Zahrobsky in Chicago. He preceded her in death February 15, 1991. Tillie and Frank were in business in Cicero, Ill., prior to...
Sandra L. Hunter
May 7, 2005
Sandra L. Hunter 61, 1401 Cleveland Avenue, Wausau died Saturday, May 7, 2005 at her home under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services. She was born February 23, 1944 in Oshkosh, daughter of the late Marion and Irene (Allen) Hunter. Sandra worked at Connor Lumber and E-Z Rental in Wausau for many years. Prior to her illness she...
Carol J. Hartl
May 7, 2005
Carol J. Hartl 76, Athens, died Saturday, May 7, 2005 at Saint Joseph's Hospital, Marshfield. She was born June 22, 1928 in Athens, daughter of the late Albert and Caroline (Eisner) Otto. On March 29, 1947, she married Norbert Hoff in Wausau, he preceded her in death on June 4, 1971. On December 9 1973, she married Leo Hartl in...
Anna R. Streveler
May 6, 2005
Anna R. Streveler 93, 2201 Brookfield Road, Edgar, died Friday May 6, 2005 at Continental Manor, Abbottsford. She was born June 21, 1911 in the town of Cassel, daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Hein) Osterbrink. On July 3, 1934, she married Mike Streveler in Marathon. He preceded her in death October 1, 1973. Anna was a homemaker and...
Eileen Krause
Apr 30, 2005
Eileen "Elaine" Krause 88, formerly of Rib Mountain, died Saturday, April 30, 2005 at Marshfield Care Center, Marshfield. She was born November 14, 1916 in the town of Eau Pleine, daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Schmidtke) Weber. On July 18, 1942, she married Stanley Krause in Stratford. He preceded her in death on August 29, 1986. Stanley and...
Lucy Corey-Rajek
Apr 30, 2005
Lucy Corey-Rajek 90, peacefully entered eternal life on Saturday, April 30, 2005 at Colonial Manor Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Wausau. Lucy resided at Colonial Manor for 3 A½ years, where her life was enriched by the loving care of professional staff. During her stay at Colonial Manor, Lucy and her family were very appreciative of the many cards, letters, visits...
Eileen Krause
Apr 30, 2005
Eileen "Elaine" Krause 88, formerly of Rib Mountain, died Saturday, April 30, 2005 at Marshfield Care Center, Marshfield. She was born November 14, 1916 in the town of Eau Plaine, daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Schmidtke) Weber. On July 18, 1942, she married Stanley Krause in Stratford. He preceded her in death on August 29, 1986. Stanley and...
Charles M. Jehn
Apr 26, 2005
Charles M. Jehn 85, Wausau, died Tuesday, April 26, 2005 at his home. He was born May 8, 1919 in Wausau, son of the late Carl and Clara (Grueneberg) Jehn. On July 13, 1946, he married Maxine St. Louis in Wausau. She preceded him in death on October 9, 2002. Charles was a veteran of the US Army serving during...
Scott J. Zastrow
Apr 26, 2005
Scott "Jamie" Zastrow 47, Wausau, died Tuesday, April 26, 2005 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born January 20, 1958 in Milwaukee, son of the late Aner C. and Delores (Clark) Zastrow, Jr. Jamie worked at Z Tech in Stevens Point. He was a very kind and compassionate person who would help anyone in need. People who knew him will...
Jeffrey R. Westerdyk
Apr 24, 2005
Jeffrey "Dutch" Westerdyk 45, 2705 N. 7th Street, Wausau, died Sunday, April 24, 2005 at his home. He was born April 23, 1960 in Wausau son of Herman and Tini (Brinksma) Westerdyk, Wausau. On April 9, 1983 Jeff married Barb Feck at St. Paul's United Church of Christ, Wausau. She survives. Jeff was previously employed at American Dynatec, Weston and...
Meta Louise Fischer
Apr 24, 2005
Meta Louise Fischer May 29, 1920 - April 24, 2005 84, 3765 Redwood Street, Fenwood, died Sunday April 24, 2005 at Colonial Manor Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Wausau. She was born May 29, 1920 in the town of Cleveland, daughter of the late Frank and Martha Schoppenhorst. On September 8, 1941 , she married Raynold Joseph Fischer. They were happily...
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