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.
Sandra "Sandy" A. (Ziegel) Hass
Jan 27, 2023
Sandra A. “Sandy” Hass, 63, Wausau passed away peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2023 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home.
She was born July 21, 1959 in Wausau, daughter of Florence (Mijal) Ziegel, Wausau and the late Gerald “Jerry” Ziegel who recently passed on January 4, 2023. On August...
Rosemary (Schneck) Bauer
Jan 27, 2023
Rosemary Bauer, 95, passed away Friday, January 27, 2023 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Our House Senior Living, Wausau. Rosemary, or Rosie, as many of us knew her, was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Rosie (Mom) and her twin sister MaryJane were born on December 8, 1927 in the middle of...
Scott C. Wahouske
Jan 25, 2023
Scott C. Wahouske, 59, of Rhinelander, formerly of West Bend, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born July 16, 1963, son of Richard and Patricia (Peters) Wahouske.
Scott was a lifelong Packers, Brewers, Badgers, and NASCAR fan. He loved riding his Harley and was a strong advocate for...
Barbara A. Jozik
Jan 25, 2023
Barbara A. Jozik, 72, died Wednesday, January 25, 2023, under the care of Compassus Hospice at the House of Dove, Marshfield.
She was born March 15, 1950 in Marshfield, daughter of the late Sylvester “Pinky” and Caroline (Thistle) Rock. On October 6, 1989 she married Thomas Jozik in Wausau.
Barbara graduated from Stratford High School...
Kenneth "Ken" E. Fisher
Jan 24, 2023
Kenneth “Ken” Edward Fisher, 80, of Wausau passed away following a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease on January 24, 2023 surrounded by his family.
He went through life with his heart full and a desire to care for his wife and sons. He spent most of his time with his family creating memories they will hold onto...
William J. Achterberg Jr.
Jan 24, 2023
William J. Achterberg, 87, from the Town of Hamburg, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born on July 24, 1935, in the town of Goodrich, to the late William and Josephine (Fishbach) Achterberg. On August 31, 1957 he married Lois Voigt at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Little Chicago. They lived...
Sara Ann Wolfe
Jan 23, 2023
On Monday, January 23, 2023, Sara Ann Wolfe, a loving daughter, niece, sister, and granddaughter, passed away at 42.
Sara was born in Stevens Point, WI, on March 19, 1980. She received her communications degree with an emphasis in Journalism from the University of Green Bay in 2003, where she was active in student government.
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Sharon "Sherry" M. (Strasser) Zilinsky
Jan 23, 2023
Sharon “Sherry” M. Zilinsky, 72, Wausau, passed away on Monday, January 23, 2023 at Wellington Place, under the care of Interim Hospice.
She was born June 16, 1950 in Wausau, daughter of the late Elroy and Helen (Weisenberger) Strasser. On November 8, 1980, she married David Zilinsky at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar.
For many...
David A. Kulas Sr.
Jan 18, 2023
David A. Kulas Sr., 95, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at Athenian Living in Athens under the care of St. Croix Hospice.
He was born in Athens on July 22, 1927 to the late John and Rose (Hiebl) Kulas. Later, on July 24, 1948, David was united in marriage to the former Elvera...
Virginia M. Opal
Jan 18, 2023
On Wednesday, January 18, 2023, Virginia Opal, loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister, passed away at the age of 80.
Virginia was born September 20, 1942, in Chili, WI. She met the love of her life Howard, shortly after moving to Waukegan, IL, and they married on September 29, 1962. They moved to Wausau in 1976, where...
Linda M. Rhowmine
Jan 16, 2023
Linda M. Rhowmine, 69, of Wausau, passed away at home, on Monday, January 16, 2023, after a seven-year battle with Stage IV cancer.
She was born to the late James and Evelyn (Koch) Anger on October 10, 1953 in Big Rapids, Michigan. She married Ark Rhowmine on April 3, 2013 in Wausau. She worked for over 10...
Gary Lee Zastrow
Jan 15, 2023
GARY LEE ZASTROW
Born June 15 1946
Died January 15, 2023
Gary lived the life of an adventurer often without ever leaving his hometown. He loved the act of discovery. He was always willing to take risks—and always was following a new dream. He turned his dreams into adventures and experiences, many with...
Stephen "Steve" Edwin Sawyer
Jan 15, 2023
Stephen “Steve” E. Sawyer, 62, Marathon, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a long battle with cancer.
He was born May 4, 1960 in Washington, son of the late Beverly and Margaret (Best) Sawyer. On November 24, 1997, he married Susan (Jacob) Rusch in Wausau. She survives.
Steve was...
Arthur A. Winkelman
Jan 12, 2023
Arthur Alvin Winkelman, 73, of Wausau, WI (formerly of Duluth, MN) died after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. When given a few short months, he beat the odds, lived fearlessly for almost two years. Art was born May 14, 1949, in Evanston, Illinois to Charles and Norine (Kuhlman) Winkelman. He graduated from Duluth East High School in 1967...
Billy D. Fergot
Jan 12, 2023
Billy D. Fergot, 91, Edgar, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Mount View Care Center, Wausau.
He was born November 8, 1931, in Edgar, son of the late George and Marie (Devlin) Fergot. Upon graduation from high school, he joined the military and served in two branches, the Navy and Marine Corps., First Marine Division, serving in...
Florence Veronica (Wilk) Tryba
Jan 12, 2023
FLORENCE VERONICA TRYBA left this world peacefully in her sleep on Thursday January 12, 2023. The world lost a gentle and hardworking soul when she passed. She was 93- being born in the Town of Norrie on April 13, 1929 to Valentine & Veronica Wilk. She had 12 brothers & sisters, of which there is only 1 remaining. She...
Susan Jean (Ash) Buttke
Jan 12, 2023
Susan J. Buttke, 79, Wausau, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at Benedictine Living Community, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services, Wausau.
She was born February 9, 1943 in Minnesota, daughter of the late Henry and Rose (Miller) Ash. On November 28, 1964, she married Gary Buttke in Wausau. He survives.
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Vitula "Vi" M. (Barland) Mcmahan
Jan 10, 2023
Vitula “Vi” M. McMahan, 79, Wausau passed away Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Wausau. The Rev. William Felix will preside. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Park, Wausau at a later date. There will be a...
Robert E. Mengel
Jan 8, 2023
Robert E. Mengel, 78, Wausau, died Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, with his loving wife Sheryl by his side and 12 hours before their 58th anniversary.
He was born September 4, 1944 to Rudolph and Agnes (Anderson) Mengel in Owen Wisconsin. He attended school in Owen. He was united in marriage to Sheryl (Langteau)...
Virginia E. Ahrens
Jan 7, 2023
Our mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Virginia E. (Assells) Ahrens, 104 of Wausau passed away on January 7, 2023. Her long remarkable life began in Wausau, she was the first born of four children, born on August 21, 1918 to William and Anna (Behrendt) Assells.
When mom’s father died, she had to quit school before she graduated to...
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