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.
Florence G. Bembinster
Sep 3, 2001
Florence G. Bembinster 84, 909 So. 22nd Avenue, Wausau, died Monday September 3, 2001 at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. She was born March 3, 1917 in Arena, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Byron and Mabel (Porter) Billington. She married Edward Bembinster on June 18, 1938 in Wausau. He survives. The Bembinster's were the founders of the former Wausau Auto...
Anna H. Weiler
Sep 2, 2001
Anna H. Weiler 90, formerly of Athens died Sunday, September 2, 2001 at Continental Manor, Abbotsford. She was born March 5, 1911 in Athens, daughter of the late Julius and Caroline (Duerr) Post. On October 28, 1931, she married Sabastian "Bud" Weiler at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. He died January 23, 1987. Anna was a homemaker. She enjoyed crocheting,...
Todd Gerald Fellbaum
Sep 2, 2001
Todd Gerald Fellbaum 38, Brookfield, Wisconsin, died Sunday Sept. 2, 2001 at his home. He was born April 12, 1963 in Wausau, son of Gerald and Audrey (Borchardt) Fellbaum, Wausau. Todd was educated in the Wausau Public School System, was very involved in Scouting and enjoyed athletics, especially wrestling, skiing and bicycling. He was a graduate of the U.W. Madison...
Marion H. Mathie
Sep 1, 2001
Marion H. Mathie 74, formerly of 811 Dunbar Street, Wausau, died Saturday September 1, 2001 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. She was born September 14, 1926 in Wausau, daughter of the late Charles and Helen Gorectke. Marion married Eugene Mathie on September 25, 1946 in Wausau. He preceded her in death on July 30, 1985. Prior to her retirement,...
Edwin A. Schreiner
Sep 1, 2001
Edwin A. Schreiner 92, 316 Elm Street, Athens, died Saturday September 1, 2001 at St. Joseph Hospital, Marshfield. He was born June 19, 1909 in Athens, son of the late John and Frances (Berghammer) Schreiner. He married Esther Rogstad on June 15, 1932 at St. John Catholic Church, Marshfield. She preceded him in death on February 16, 1999. Edwin and...
Virginia ''Ginny'' Schmidt
Aug 28, 2001
VIRGINIA "Ginny" SCHMIDT 73, 2343 Rainbow Dr., Mosinee died Tuesday, August 28, 2001 under the care of Comfort Care & Hospice Services at Community Health Care Wausau Hospital. Virginia was born October 25, 1927 in Mosinee, daughter of the late Tom and Josephine (Huber) Thompson. Virginia met Ray Schmidt at the Rothschild Pavilion Roller Rink in the summer of 1943...
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...
