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.
Rodney "Charlie" C. Geib
Dec 28, 2023
Rodney “Charlie” C. Geib, 81, died Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born March 2, 1942 in West Bend, son of the late Lester and Stella (Lochen) Geib. On October 23, 1971 he married Barbara Monday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Newburg.
Rod was an entrepreneur and worked in sales...
Gary W. Zimmermann
Dec 25, 2023
On Christmas Day, December 25, 2023, Gary Zimmermann, age 72, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family. He was born October 19, 1951, the son of Wilbert and Inez (Wolfe) Zimmermann. He grew up on his family farm in the Town of Easton. On May 12, 1973 he married the girl next door, Karen Block, and they...
David Ralph Groth
Dec 25, 2023
David “Dave” R. Groth, 88, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 25, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born May 1, 1935 in Wausau, son of the late Emil and Margaret (Gebhardt) Groth. On September 6, 1969, he married Rosemary Ziegel at St. James Catholic Church, Wausau.
Dave was a 1953 graduate of...
Gerald "Jerry" W. Laska
Dec 24, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” W. Laska, 81, Wausau, died Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Jerry was the 12th in a family of 13 children. He was born February 10, 1942 in Stevens Point to the late Alvin and Laura (Frydack) Laska and when he was about three years old the family moved to Wausau. He went...
Robin Allen Kurth
Dec 23, 2023
Robin Allen Kurth, 68 passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, December 23, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born August 5, 1955 in Wausau, son of the late Raymond and Shirley (Clintsman) Kurth. He was the oldest of three siblings, and he grew up with a love of animals of all kinds....
James J. Mcintyre
Dec 21, 2023
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of James J. McIntyre (“Jim”) of Wausau, Wisconsin, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, who departed this world on December 21, 2023. Jim faced his final moments surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Born on October...
Gary J. Luebbe
Dec 20, 2023
Gary J. Luebbe, 78, Weston, died Wednesday, December 20, 2023, under the care of Compassus Hospice at his home.
He was born September 27, 1945, in Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Irene (Wanta) Luebbe. On May 24, 1969, he married Sharon Stefl in Hatley.
Gary served in the United States Marine Corps (USMC)...
Judith A. (Henes) Stenner
Dec 19, 2023
Judith A. Stenner, Madison, age 82, passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at her home in Wausau, WI surrounded by family after losing her battle to cancer.
She was born on October 17, 1941, in Madison, daughter of Arthur and Lucille Henes.
She retired from the State of Wisconsin in 2004. After retirement, she...
Julie F. Alft
Dec 19, 2023
Julie F. Alft, 64, Wausau passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at her home.
She was born February 12, 1959 in Merrill, daughter of the late Robert and Shirley (Hoff) Alft Sr.
Julie was a former employee at Church Mutual Insurance and was currently working for the Marcell Agency in Schofield. She was an...
Mary Ann Dvorak
Dec 19, 2023
Mary Ann Dvorak, 91, Athens, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at Colonial Center in Colby, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
She was born June 3, 1932 in Athens, daughter of the late Frederick and Clara (Felzkowski) Kropp. On April 23, 1952, she married Chester Dvorak in Athens. He preceded her in death on...
Lydia I. (Werner) Rachu
Dec 16, 2023
Lydia Rachu
Lydia Rachu, 107, of Wausau, went peacefully to her Lord and Savior in heaven Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Mountain Terrace Senior Living, Wausau.
Lydia was born on November 20, 1916, in the town of Wien, Marathon County, to the late Henry and Amanda (Paul) Werner. On January 9, 1937, in Edgar, she...
Ronald "Ron" L. Zyduck
Dec 16, 2023
Ronald “Ron” L. Zyduck, 82, died Saturday, December 16, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, Weston.
He was born March 27, 1941 son of the late Joseph and Hildegarde (Eisner) Zyduck. On August 19, 1961 he married Barbara Burish at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar. She...
Andrew L. Hanke
Dec 14, 2023
Andrew L. Hanke, 74, Wausau, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 15, 1949, in Wausau, son of the late Frank and Burdella (Kaufert) Hanke. In 1971, married Hye Son who passed away in December of 1973. On November 16, 1974, he was united in marriage to Kathryn Kischel...
Clarence B. Przybylski
Dec 14, 2023
Clarence B. Przybylski, 86, died Thursday, December 14, 2023 under the care of St. Croix Hospice at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born April 10, 1937 in Stevens Point, to Joseph and Hattie (Grzywacz) Przybylski. On November 5, 1960 he married Irene Pepowski in Bevent.
Survivors include his wife, Irene; children, Laurie...
Helen Heil
Dec 14, 2023
Helen Heil, devoted wife to the late Marvin M. Heil, died December 14, 2023, at Cedar Creek Manor in Wausau, WI. She was 91.
Helen, the daughter of Paul Szemborski and Lucy (Klawinski) Szemborski, was born in Marathon, WI on May 4th, 1932. Her parents were farmers. During the depression for a few years, her family lived...
Joan J. (Wenzel) Anklam
Dec 12, 2023
Joan J. Anklam, 81, of Wausau passed away Tuesday December 12th, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital with her family by her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Joan was born September 30th, 1942, in Wausau to Herbert and Stella (Torzewski) Wenzel. The oldest of three girls, Joan and her sisters grew up on the family farm. From early...
Donald "Chubby" O. Hanson
Dec 10, 2023
Donald “Chubby” O. Hanson, 65, passed away on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
He was born October 7, 1958, son of the late Delbert and Shirley (Hull) Hanson.
Survivors include, his siblings, Debbi (Patrick) Parker and their son, Travis, Delbert Hanson Jr., Donna (Norbie) Luebbe and Douglas Hanson; step siblings, Joey...
Mary M. Schmitt
Dec 10, 2023
Mary Schmitt, 73, died Sunday, December 10, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Sylvan Crossing, Wausau, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s .
She was born October 11, 1950 in Wausau, daughter of the late Gerald and Mary (LeSage) Mueller. On April 3, 1971 she married Thomas “Tom” Schmitt at St....
James Strek
Dec 8, 2023
James William Strek “Jim” “Jimmy”, passed over December 8, 2023 while listening to the radio with his dog, Joe, at his side. It was a peaceful end to a life well lived.
Jim was born June 3, 1953 to Priscilla and Ronald Strek. He graduated from Wausau Senior High School and continued his education at UW-Eau Claire. ...
Beverly H. Lambrecht
Dec 7, 2023
Beverly H. Lambrecht, 82, Clinton, formerly of Wausau went peacefully to her Lord and Savior in heaven on Thursday, December 7, 2023 after being on Hospice and getting Covid.
She was born November 22, 1941 in Marathon, daughter of the late Robert and Helen (Beyer) Lambrecht.
Survivors include her brother, Harvey (Karen) Lambrecht, her sister-in-law,...
