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.
Jay J. Spiegel
Apr 19, 2023
Jay J. Spiegel, 80, Rib Mountain passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, April 19, 2023 while under the care of his loving wife.
He was born January 15, 1943 in Wausau, son of the late Owen and Helen (Guralski) Spiegel. On May 23, 1964 he married his high school sweetheart Marlene Matis at St. Matthew Catholic Church,...
Gail P. Dalsky
Apr 17, 2023
Gail Patricia Dalsky, born June 7, 1949 into the loving arms of her parents, George and Blanche (Weber) Dalsky, returned to their arms on April 17, 2023.
Gail grew up on Wausau’s west side having attending St. Anne’s and St. Matthew’s grade schools and graduating top in her class from Newman High School in 1967. She continued...
Robert "Bob" K. Fergot
Apr 14, 2023
Robert “Bob” K. Fergot, 87, Wausau passed away peacefully on Friday, April 14, 2023 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Wellington Place, Wausau.
He was born June 15, 1935 in Edgar, son of the late George and Marie (Devlin) Fergot. On October 27, 1962 he married Joyce Hilber, his wife of...
Rev. Roland "Rollie" M. Golz
Apr 11, 2023
The Rev. Roland “Rollie” M. Golz, 91, met his Lord and Savior on April 11, 2023, under the care of ProMedica Hospice and staff at The Waterford at Colby, WI, where he most recently lived. Rollie was born October 4, 1931 in Racine, WI to the late Paul and Martha Golz. Rollie was a graduate of Concordia Lutheran High...
Roger D. Rhyner
Apr 11, 2023
Roger D. Rhyner, 89, Wausau, passed away on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born February 4, 1934 in Brokaw, WI, son of the late Roy and Mary (Welling) Rhyner. On January 30, 1954 he married Delores Wilde at Grace United Church of Christ, Wausau.
Roger worked as a forklift driver...
Joseph "Joe" R. Long
Apr 10, 2023
Joe Long, 60, died Monday, April 10th at his home in Madison, of natural causes.
Joe was born August 2,1962 in Wausau to Milton and Rita (Casetta) Long and was the youngest of five children. He graduated from Wausau West High School in 1980 and later graduated from the Surgical Technologist program at Northcentral Technical College. He...
Evelyn "Evy" A. Smrstick
Apr 7, 2023
Evelyn “Evy” A. Smrstick, 85, died Friday, April 7, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Applegate Terrace, Wausau.
She was born November 24, 1937, in Neenah, daughter of the late Joseph and Lucille (Besaw) Schwalen. On May 3, 1958, she married Donald Smrstick in Tony Wisconsin.
Evelyn is preceded...
Brooks E. Ladecki
Apr 4, 2023
Brooks E. Ladecki, 40, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on April 4, 2023 in Eatonville, Washington.
He was born on June 13, 1982 in Stevens Point to George Ladecki and Kathy (Berndt) Ladecki. Brooks attended Stevens Point Area Senior High (SPASH), graduating with the class of 2000. On June 6, 2009 he married the love of his...
Deanna R. (Mueller) Syring
Apr 3, 2023
DeAnna R. Syring, 84, Wausau passed away peacefully while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at the Hospice House, Wausau.
She was born February 15, 1939 in Wausau, daughter of the late Julius and Alice (Reetz) Mueller. DeAnna graduated from Wausau East High School. On June 23, 1956 she married Gary Syring Sr....
Mary E. (Erdman) Tilloson
Apr 2, 2023
Mary Beth E. Tilloson, 93, Wausau passed away on Sunday, April 2, 2023 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Stone Crest, Wausau.
She was born May 12, 1929 in Oconomowoc, daughter of the late Martin and Enid (Melang) Erdman. On May 19, 1973 she married Henry Tilloson at Immanuel Baptist Church,...
Paul J. Radke
Mar 30, 2023
Paul James Radke, age 89, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, in his home with family by his side. He was born, April 16, 1933, in Marathon, WI to the late Paul James Radke Sr. and Bertha (Goetsch) Radke.
Paul is survived by his wife, JoAnn Zindorf, whom he married on October 18, 1986, at...
Wendy Renee (Obermeier) Tiffany
Mar 30, 2023
Wendy Renee (Obermeier) Tiffany, was born on February 22, 1952 and passed away on March 30, 2023.
She was the daughter of Walter and Laura (Olson) Obermeier, who she honored.
Wendy was the youngest of seven children, Loretta, Walter, George, Ruthann, Laurie and Susan.
She was born in Wausau and lived in Marathon...
Jeremy J. Buchberger
Mar 29, 2023
Jeremy John Buchberger, 46, of Weston, passed away unexpectedly on March 29, 2023 at his home. He was born on November 3, 1976 in Wausau to William Buchberger and the former Sandra Engman.
He enjoyed fishing, bowling, golf, hanging out with friends, and watching the Brewers, Bucks, and Packers. Jeremy worked at the IGA in Rib Mountain...
Delores "Dodo" Baumann
Mar 29, 2023
Delores “DoDo” Baumann, 95, died March 29, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born November 8, 1927, in Wausau, daughter of the late Glen and Clara (Nowak) Kasten. On June 25, 1949, she married Robert Baumann in Iron Moutain, MI, and he preceded her in death on November 2, 2014.
“To all the wonderful...
Emily S. Boneck
Mar 26, 2023
Emily Susan Boneck, 99, formerly of Tomahawk, passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023 at Pine Crest Special Care, holding hands with family.
She was born February 16, 1924 in Bruno, Saskatchewan, Canada to Walter and Clara (Schmirler) Kundo. Emily was united in marriage to Walter W. “Bud” Boneck on February 27, 1943 who she met while...
Derald "Louie" Louis Kell
Mar 25, 2023
Derald “Louie” Louis Kell, 91, passed away peacefully March 25, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born on January 20, 1932 in Wausau, son of the late Louis and Freida Kell.
Derald attended schools in the Wausau area and graduated from Wausau High School in 1950. On December...
Beatrice Dorothy (Dehnel) Reichl
Mar 25, 2023
Beatrice “BD” Reichl, 93, Wausau, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Wausau Manor, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born September 2, 1929 in the town of Stettin, daughter of the late Frank and Eleanor (Kiepke) Dehnel. On September 11, 1948, she married George Reichl at St. Stephen Lutheran...
Marcella Elsie Louise Steidinger
Mar 23, 2023
Marcella Elsie Louise Steidinger, 90, of Hamburg, passed away on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by family. She had been residing at Copperleaf Assisted Living in Marathon since 2017.
She was born on April 10, 1932 in Wausau to the late Leonard and Edna (Haehlke) Wendt. On June 5, 1954 Marcella was united...
William "Bill" P. Beck
Mar 21, 2023
William “Bill” P. Beck, 66, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a brief illness.
He was born September 12, 1956 in Wausau, son of the late Raymond and Elnora (Otto) Beck. On August 6, 1976, he married the love of his life, Susan Buedding in Wausau.
Bill...
Anita Merle (Wislinsky) Deininger
Mar 20, 2023
Anita Merle Deininger, 92, Marathon, WI, died peacefully on Monday, March 20, 2023, at her home at Copperleaf Assisted Living of Marathon under the loving care of Copperleaf staff and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born October 27, 1930 in Oshkosh WI, daughter of the late Edmund R. and Marie Basing Wislinsky. She married...
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