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.
Walter ''Pikie'' Schneider
Dec 8, 2002
Walter "Pikie" Schneider, 74, 211 North First Avenue, Edgar, died peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, December 8, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born on August 9, 1928 in Marshfield, son of the late Walter and Ann (Gleischner) Schneider. On June 9, 1951, he married Roberta Brehm. He worked as a lineman for Wisconsin Public...
Keith A. Jessen
Dec 8, 2002
Keith A. Jessen, 48, 2322 Courtland Drive, Kronenwetter, died Sunday, December 8, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. Keith was born January 24, 1954, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania son of Clyde Jessen and the late Lorraine (Herzer) Jessen. He married Catherine "Tilly" Tilleson on May 24, 1996 in Wausau. She survives. Keith was a systems technician with Charter Communications for...
Adolph 'Sonny' Bittner
Dec 8, 2002
Adolph "Sonny" Bittner 85, 611 Lazy Acre Rd., Wausau, died Sunday December 8, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born May 21, 1917 in Milwaukee, son of the late Anton and Margaret (Lepak) Bittner. On May 16, 1939 he married Dorothy Schreiber at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Halder. He farmed in Mosinee and Marathon area, then prior...
Belva A. Kordus
Dec 8, 2002
Belva A. Kordus 81, Brokaw, died Sunday December 8, 2002 at the Hospice House, Wausau. She was born July 16, 1921 in Antigo. On May 29, 1940 she married Ervin P. Kordus at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death on February 15, 2001. Belva was a good cook, and also enjoyed reading and golf. Survivors include...
Mary Lechelt Rucinski
Dec 7, 2002
Mary Lechelt Rucinski went to be with her Lord after a long courageous battle with breast cancer. She was born January 20, 1955 in Merrill, daughter of William and Florence (Torzewski) Lechelt. Mary attended Merrill public schools and graduated from MATC with a Dental Hygenist Degree in 1978. On May 12, 1984 she married her best friend and the love...
Charles D. Falkowski
Dec 7, 2002
Charles D. Falkowski, 55, 1381 Miller Road, Hatley, died Saturday, December 7, 2002 at his home. Charles was born October 19, 1947, in Wausau, son of Elsie (Kleman) Falkowski, Mosinee and the late Charles Falkowski Sr. He married Sandy Vander Koy on May 16, 1970 in Bevent. She survives. Charles was a shift supervisor for Lignotech* US Inc., Rothschild. Charles...
Leonard M. Netzel
Dec 6, 2002
Leonard M. Netzel 83, 1221 S. 5th Avenue, Wausau, died Friday December 6, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born June 22, 1919 in Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Anna (Lewandowski) Netzel. On July 16, 1945 he married Carolyn Frank in Madison. She preceded him in death on August 4, 1978. Leonard was a veteran...
Kyleigh Rain Fochs
Dec 6, 2002
Kyleigh Rain Fochs, infant daughter of Jessica M. Kasten and Timothy J. Fochs, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Friday, December 6, 2002. Kyleigh was born August 24, 2002 in Wausau. She will always be remembered for her bright warm smiles and happy nature. She was a precious gift and brought joy to everyone. Besides her parents, Jessica and Timothy,...
John ''Jack'' Corazalla
Dec 5, 2002
John 'Jack' Corazalla 66, 7112 Forest Street, Schofield, died Thursday December 5, 2002 at St. Joseph Hospital Palliative Care Unit, Marshfield. He was born March 18, 1936 in Schofield, son of Mildred (Muelver) Corazalla, Schofield, and the late John Corazalla. On November 19, 1971 he married Greta Krienke in Wausau. She survives. Prior to his retirement, Jack had been employed...
John P. Tobakos
Dec 2, 2002
John P. Tobakos, 81, 233 North 12th Avenue, Wausau, died Monday, December 2, 2002 at his home. John was born October 30, 1921 in Chicago, Illinois, son of the late John and Elizabeth (Turoczi) Tobakos. He married Carol Sotich on May 17, 1952 in Chicago. She preceded him in death on January 23, 1978. Prior to his retirement he was...
Gerald A. Boneske
Dec 2, 2002
Gerald A. Boneske 63, formerly of Athens, died Monday, December 2, 2002 at Mount View Nursing Home, Wausau. He was born November 21, 1939 in Wausau, son of Margaret (Merwin) Boneske, Wausau and the late Arnold Boneske. Gerald enjoyed the simpler things in life: the innocence of little children playing, game shows and fishing. He was a member of the...
William E. Leer
Dec 1, 2002
William E. Leer, 52, Edgar, died Sunday, December 1, 2002 at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield. William was born July 26, 1950 in Milwaukee, son of the late Eugene and Joan Leer. He married Regina Wickersham on June 30, 1972 in Milwaukee. She survives. William was an Electrical Technician. Spending time with his family, woodworking and cars, especially auto racing were...
Mark D. Gleason
Nov 28, 2002
Mark D. Gleason 83, 146 Ethel Street, Wausau, died Thursday November 28, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born February 18, 1919 in Ringle, son of the late William and Nellie (Sickler) Gleason. On April 15, 1936 he married Esther Goytowski in Waukon, Iowa. She preceded him in death May 24, 1972. Mark had been employed for...
Florence C. Thompson
Nov 28, 2002
Florence C. Thompson 95, formerly of 1315 Torney Avenue, Wausau, died Thursday November 28, 2002 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. She was born July 18, 1907 in Wausau, daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Gwidt) Klimek. On November 4, 1936 she married Lloyd Thompson in Wausau. He preceded her in death November 5, 1987. Florence enjoyed gardening, playing...
Michael ''Mike'' Zettler
Nov 26, 2002
Michael "Mike" Zettler 36, Edgar, died Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at the Palliative Care Unit in St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield after fighting a courageous battle with Leukemia. He was born September 12, 1966 in Medford, son of Tony and Shirley (Carter) Zettler, Edgar. On October 24, 1992, he married Amy Kunze in Colby. She survives. Michael graduated from Athens High...
Alvina C. Kropidlowski
Nov 25, 2002
Alvina C. Kropidlowski, 93, Edgar, died Monday, November 25, 2002 in the Palliative Care Unit at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield. Alvina was born October 1, 1909 in the town of Rietbrock, daughter of the late John and Cecelia (Pietrowski) Lee. She married Benedict Kropidlowski on November 4, 1930 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Poniatowski. He preceded her in death February...
Vernon Julius Huehnerfuss
Nov 23, 2002
Vernon J. Huehnerfuss 79, 610 Hud Street, Somerset, Wisconsin, a former Wausau resident, died Saturday November 23, 2002 at Lakeview Hospital, Stillwater, Minnesota. He was born December 4, 1922 in the town of Stettin, son of the late Julius and Frances (Runke) Huehnerfuss. On August 9, 1947 he married Florence Bliese at Zion Lutheran Church, Wausau. She preceded him in...
Mildred May Edith Plummer
Nov 23, 2002
Mildred M. Plummer 73, 734 Jefferson Street, Wausau, died Saturday November 23, 2002 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. She was born July 15, 1929 in Portsmouth, Virginia, daughter of the late Jack and Ella (Bradly) Pollard. Mildred was a great cook and also enjoyed crossword search. Survivors include a son, Edward 'Eddie' (Gale) Pollard, Wausau, six grandchildren, Edward 'J.R.'...
Mae B. Schoenwalder
Nov 23, 2002
Mae B. Schoenwalder, 88, Wausau, died Saturday, November 23, 2002 at Colonial Manor Medical & Rehabilitation Center, Wausau. Mae was born November 13, 1914 in Ladysimth, daughter of the late Guy and Maude (Endner) Whereatt. She married William Schoenwalder in Ladysmith. He preceded her in death. Mae was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking. She is survived by two daughters, Sharon...
Mark C. Senoraske
Nov 22, 2002
Mark C. Senoraske, 92, Wausau, died Friday, November 22, 2002, at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. Mark was born April 25, 1910 in the town of Bevent, son of the late George and Anna (O'Konek) Senoraske. He married Elizabeth M. Garske on August 1, 1936 in Belvidere, Illinois. She preceded him in death on August 10, 2001. Mark was a...
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