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.
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...
Cathy M. Bandock
Jun 9, 2023
Cathy Bandock, 68, of Wausau, went to her heavenly home on Friday, June 9, 2023.
Cathy Mae Bandock was born on December 6, 1954 in Wausau to the late Raymond and Lucille (Krueger) Brueggeman. She was a part of the graduating class of 1973 at Athens High School. On August 9, 1980 Cathy married the love of...
Virginia "Pete" M. Siewert
Jun 6, 2023
Virginia “Pete” M. Siewert, 93, of Wausau, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at Oak Park Senior Living, Stillwater, Minnesota.
She was born June 29, 1929 in Wausau, daughter of the late Wallace and Martha (Pepowski) Petrowski. On September 17, 1949 she married Leslie “Les” Siewert at the Church of Holy Name of Jesus, Wausau.
Pete...
Attilia "Tillie" M. Rosensprung
Jun 3, 2023
Attilia “Tillie” Rosensprung, 93, of Marathon, died on Saturday, June 3, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Tillie had a long career as a medical technologist. She married Charles Rosensprung in 1954 and he preceded her in death in 2002.
Survivors include her daughter, Mary Rosensprung; sister, Gloria Langley (Pearland,...
Sarah Jo (Heier) Mucha
Jun 2, 2023
Sarah Jo Mucha, age 47 of Edgar WI, died peacefully at her home on Friday, June 2, 2023 with family at her side. After a courageous three year battle with cancer, she is at rest now in the arms of Jesus.
Sarah Jo Heier was born June 10, 1975 to John and Teresa (Ellenbecker) Heier of Athens....
Sylvester C. Lipinski
Jun 1, 2023
Sylvester C. Lipinski, 85, died Thursday, June 1, 2023.
He was born May 9, 1938 to Sylvester and Goldie (Ziegle) Lipinski. In 1962 he married Marilyn Krueger in Edgar.
They were blessed with three children, son, Kim Lipinski; daughter, Connie Lipinski (Tiffany) and son, Keith Lipinski; son-in-law, Jim Tiffany; daughter-in-law, Dawn Lipinski (Moen); six grandsons,...
Eldred Fred Nehrbass
May 31, 2023
Eldred F. Nehrbass, 89, Athens, died Wednesday, May 31, 2023, under the care of Interim Hospice at Athenian Living, Athens.
He was born July 1, 1933 in the town of Halsey, son of the late Fred and Helen (Thurman) Nehrbass. On July 25, 1953 he married Mavis Henrichs at Salem Lutheran Church, town of Hamburg. Together, they...
Wilbur Ervin Otto
May 30, 2023
We had our father longer than most, but he still seems gone too soon.
Wilbur Ervin Otto, 95, Town of Rib Falls, passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at home after a brief illness.
Wilbur was born May 18, 1928 in Wausau, WI, son of Hugo Otto and Devina (Fenhouse) Otto. He graduated from...
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