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.
Arlene M. Sischo
Aug 23, 2001
Arlene M. Sischo 82, 6001 Alderson St., Weston, died Thursday August 23, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. She was born Novemeber 24, 1918 in Wausau, daughter of the late Arnold and Margaret (Zastrow) Seiler. On July 2, 1938 she married Merrill A. Sischo in Wausau. He preceded her in...
Thomas A. David
Aug 23, 2001
Thomas A. David 4 1/2 month old son of Paul and Patty David, 902 E. Union Ave., Wausau, died Thursday August 23, 2001. Thomas was born April 12, 2001 in Wausau. He enjoyed the special company of his brother, Jack and sister, Katherine. He was a happy, contented baby whose smile became the smile of his family. Survivors include his...
Marie C. King
Aug 20, 2001
MARIE C. KING 83, 3536 Hwy H, Edgar, Wis, entered into eternal life on August 20, 2001 in Marshfield. Marie was born on October 20, 1917 to Anton and Agnes (Seidl) Neuman in Hewitt, Wis. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Hewitt. Marie worked in Chicago and Marshfield following her schooling. She married Aloysius King on May 7, 1946...
Irene Sternberg
Aug 20, 2001
Irene Sternberg 89, 1010 E. Wausau Avenue, Wausau died Monday, August 20, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. Irene was born March 13, 1912, Town of Easton, daughter of the late Henry and Julie (Hansen) Vaughn. She married Clarion "Bob" Sternberg October 1, 1945 in Elkader, Iowa. He preceded her...
Nu Shee Long Lao
Aug 20, 2001
Nu Shee Long Lao 9, 415 Stewart Avenue, Wausau, died Monday, August 20, 2001, 2001 at St. Jospeh Hospital, Marshfield. Nu Shee attended Lincoln Elementary School, Wausau. Surviving are his parents, Ger and Mai (Vang) Lao, Wausau, five sisters, Der Lao, Sheng Lao, Kou Lao and Kia Lao all of Wausau and Mee Lao, Lansing, Mich.; 1 brother, Yao Lau,...
Gertrude F. Peroutka
Aug 20, 2001
Gertrude F. Peroutka 92, 1240 Merrill Avenue, Wausau, died Monday, August 20, 2001 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. Gertrude was born April 17, 1909 in Wausau, daughter of the late George and Anna (Stipek) Ronek. She married Querin Peroutka June 28, 1927 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. He preceded her in death July 31, 1957. Gertrude was a...
Helen C. Schlais
Aug 19, 2001
HELEN C. SCHLAIS 94, formerly of 914 S. 9th Avenue, Wausau, died Sunday, August 19, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. Helen was born January 21, 1907 in Lynn, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Theodore and Lena (Klein) Feldmaier. She married James Schlais June 28, 1932 in Wausau. He preceded...
Stanley J. Bochanyin
Aug 18, 2001
Stanley J. Bochanyin 75, 5133 County Road E, Athens, died Saturday August 18, 2001, at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield. He was born January 23, 1926 in the Town of Holton, son of the late John and Elida (Hall) Bochanyin. Stanley was an engineer for the Chicago Bridge & Iron Company until the time of his retirement and then a instructor...
Harvey F. Dettmering
Aug 17, 2001
Harvey F. Dettmering 90, 129 First Street, Brokaw, died Friday August 17, 2001 at his home. He was born July 23, 1911 in the Town of Pine River, son of the late Theodore and Mary (Danker) Dettmering. On August 7, 1937 he married Nina Kufahl in the Town of Pine River. They celebrated 64 years of marriage. Harvey retired as...
Elizabeth M. Senoraske
Aug 10, 2001
Elizabeth M. Senoraske 86, 2506 Zimmerman Steet, Wausau, died Friday, August 10, 2001 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. Elizabeth was born March 2, 1915 in Wausau daughter of the late George and Anna (Karlen) Garske. She married Mark Senoraske August 1, 1936 in Belvidere, IL. He survives. Elizabeth was a homemaker. Survivors besides her husband, Mark Senoraske, Wausau, include...
James C. Eckert Sr
Aug 9, 2001
James C. Eckert Sr. 55, W1484 Willow Avenue, Medford, died Thursday, August 9, 2001 at Medford Hospital. Jim was born February 25, 1946 in Wausau, son of Rudolph and Dorothy (Gresl) Eckert, Medford. He was a dairy farmer and loved spending time with his grandkids. Jim also enjoyed hunting, fishing, socializing and auctions. Survivors, besides his parents, Rudy and Dorothy...
Arlene D. Walloch - Hartkopf
Aug 8, 2001
Arlene D. Walloch - Hartkopf 67, 2170 Walker Road, Mosinee died Wednesday, August 8, 2001 at her home. Arlene was born May 1, 1934 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Casmir and Sophie (Kornowski) Walloch. She married Gerald Hartkopf September 17, 1991 at Thomas Street Baptist Church, Wausau. He survives. Arlene was the founder of Angel of the Glen Care...
Jerome P. Welzien
Aug 7, 2001
Jerome (Jerry) Welzien, 81, Athens, formerly of Grafton, WI found peace on Tuesday, August 7, 2001. He was born in Kewauskum, WI on September 24, 1919 to the late Joseph and Rose (nee Wick) Welzien. Jerome moved to Grafton in 1928 and joined the volunteer fire department in 1935. He was also a member of the Rose Harms Legion Post...
Ella Ristum
Aug 7, 2001
Ella Ristum 91, Wausau, died Monday July 16, 2001 at Marywood Convalescent Center, Wausau. She was born November 6, 1910 in Garden, Michigan, daughter of the late George and Josephine (Turek) Duffek. Ella and her late husband, George owned and operated Quality Shoe Repair Co., Chicago, prior to retiring in 1971. Survivors include a nephew in Hilton Head, S.C., and...
Alvin F. Jarchow
Aug 7, 2001
Alvin F. Jarchow 76, 3810 Henry St. Wausau passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 7, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at his home. Alvin was born January 1, 1925 in the Town of Greenwood, Taylor County, son of the late William and Hannah (Scheithauer) Jarchow. He married Rose Dallman October 13, 1956 at St. Ladislaus...
Clara Schultz
Aug 5, 2001
Clara Schultz 97, 1821 N. 4th Avenue, Wausau, died Sunday August 5, 2001 at Marywood Convalescent Center, Wausau. She was born July 17, 1904 in Ashland. In 1922 she married Leonard Schultz in Marshfield. He preceded her in death. Clara and her husband owned and operated Red's Bar in Schofield for many years. Survivors include two daughters, Betty (David) Rau,...
Brian J. Schopf
Aug 5, 2001
Brian J. Schopf 36, Tallahassee, Florida, formerly of Wausau, died Sunday August 5, 2001 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born November 10, 1964 in St. Paul, Minn., son of James Schopf, Minneapolis and Margaret 'Bonnie' (Scherr) Chase, Minnetonka, Minn. Brian attended Newman High School, Wausau and currently was a part-time teacher at Florida State University in Tallahasse...
John Connor Noble Jr
Aug 3, 2001
John C. Noble Jr. 48, 3503 Eau Claire Ave., Weston, died Friday August 3, 2001 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born December 10, 1952 in Milwaukee, son of Donalyn (Paulk) Noble, Milwaukee and the late John C. Noble Sr. On November 6, 1993 he married Cindy Vaughn at St. John Lutheran Church, Wausau. She survives. John was...
Melvin A. Wagner
Aug 2, 2001
Melvin A. Wagner 65, Weston, died Thursday, August 2, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. He was born February 10, 1936 in Wausau, son of the late Andrew and Mary (Schotz) Wagner. On May 10, 1969, he married Carol Weller in Galloway. She survives. Melvin was a Veteran of the...
Ellen Karpinsky
Aug 2, 2001
Ellen Karpinsky 74, 404 - 4th Street, Marathon, died Thursday, August 2, 2001 at under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. Ellen was born September 16, 1926 in England, the daughter of the late Frank and Margaret Platt. On November 18, 1944, she married Franklin Karpinsky in England. He preceded her in...
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