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.

David Deon Stuart

David Deon Stuart

Aug 3, 2022

David Deon Stuart, Wausau, WI passed away unexpectedly due to a heart attack at his home on his 20th wedding anniversary, August 3rd, 2022. He shared this life’s journey with his soul mate, “Sweet Lisa” (Hasko) Stuart. David was born in Nashville, TN on September 20th, 1967, to the late James C. “Jimmy” Williams and Deborah (Stuart) Terrell.

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Dennis R. Herzog

Dennis R. Herzog

Aug 1, 2022

Dennis R. Herzog, 96 years young, died Monday, August 1, 2022 at Mountain Terrace Senior Living, Wausau.

He was born June 12, 1926, in Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Minnie (Voight) Herzog. On December 28, 1967, he married Margaret Connor in Minnesota and she preceded him in death on May 6, 2016.

Dennis...

Rodney J. Mueller

Rodney J. Mueller

Jul 31, 2022

Rodney J. Mueller, 55, died Sunday, July 31, 2022 at his home.

He was born July 7, 1967 in Wausau, son of the late Lawrence and Charlotte (Tatroe) Mueller.

Rodney enjoyed watch professional wrestling and looking at wrestling magazines.

Survivors include his sisters, Karen Sigmund, Fenwood, Prudy (Rod Nowack) Lang, Rib Mountain, Linda...

Rosita "Seedy" K. Thorson

Rosita "Seedy" K. Thorson

Jul 30, 2022

Rosita (Seedy) K. Thorson, 91, Wausau, died Saturday, July 30, 2022 surrounded by family, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home.

She was born September 11, 1930 in Marshfield, daughter of the late Henry and Mary (Zintehafer) Hager.  Rosita attended grade school at Sacred Heart Catholic School and graduated from Marshfield...

Gladys Magdalena (Artus)  Johnson

Gladys Magdalena (Artus) Johnson

Jul 29, 2022

Gladys M. Johnson, 94, Wausau passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Friday, July 29, 2022 at her home, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

She was born December 6, 1927 in Edgar, daughter of the late William and Magdalena (Fochs) Artus.  On November 20, 1948, she was united in marriage to...

Nancy L. (Achenreiner)  Kryshak

Nancy L. (Achenreiner) Kryshak

Jul 29, 2022

Nancy L. Kryshak, 85, of Wausau, WI. passed away peacefully on Friday, July 29, 2022 at Primrose Memory Care in Weston, WI.

The former Nancy Louise Achenreiner was born on September 18, 1936 in Wausau to Siegfried “Fred” and Johanna (Pauls) Achenreiner.

On June 19, 1958 she married Tom Kryshak at Holy Name Catholic Church...

Sally A. Nelson

Sally A. Nelson

Jul 27, 2022

Nelson, Sally A."Meme" Memaw"

Sally A. Nelson, 82, of Rothschild, WI died unexpectedly Wednesday July 27, 2022 surrounded by family.

Sally was born July 21, 1939 in Oshkosh, WI to the late Burdette and Eva Stead, and moved with her family to Waco, TX  in 1949 to build Baylor Stadium.

Sally was a...

Wayne Joseph Stubinski

Wayne Joseph Stubinski

Jul 27, 2022

Wayne J. Stubinski, 77, formerly of Wausau, died Wednesday July 27, 2022 at his home in Marshfield.

He was born June 2, 1945 in Wausau, son of the late Joseph and Phyllis (Wiskowski) Stubinski.

Wayne graduated from Newman High School and furthered his education, earning a degree in Mechanical Engineering at North Central Technical College,...

Marvin "Marv" V. Schlais

Marvin "Marv" V. Schlais

Jul 23, 2022

Marvin “Marv” Schlais, age 65, of Marathon, passed away Saturday July 23, 2002 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by his family.

He was born December 9, 1956 in Wausau, son of the late Virgil and Bernadine (Bargender) Schlais. Marv graduated from Edgar High School. He served in the United States Navy. On April 14, 1978 he married...

Helen M. (Zdrazil)  Carl

Helen M. (Zdrazil) Carl

Jul 22, 2022

Helen M. (Zdrazil) Carl

March 10, 1945 - July 22, 2022

Avid reader and devoted wife, mother, and sister Helen Carl’s love of life didn’t end with her death. Helen passed away on July 22, 2022, at the age of 77 after a courageous seven-year battle with cancer, surrounded by her family who will continue...

Leona Mae (Levandoski)  Denfeld

Leona Mae (Levandoski) Denfeld

Jul 20, 2022

Leona M. Denfeld, 94, Wausau passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 20, 2022, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Pride TLC, Weston.

She was born May 23, 1928, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Isadore and Leona (Knippel) Levandoski.  She married Edward Denfeld in 1948.  He preceded her in death on...

Arlynn "Duke" J. Schneider

Arlynn "Duke" J. Schneider

Jul 19, 2022

On the morning of July 19th, 2022, Arlynn John “Duke” Schneider, 82 of Wausau, passed away at Azura Memory Care, Rib Mountain while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services Hospice.

Duke was born to John and Gladys (Kuse) Schneider in the Town of Hull, Marathon County in 1940. He married Christine Pearson in...

Keith Latendresse

Keith Latendresse

Jul 18, 2022

Keith Joseph Latendresse peacefully passed away in his sleep on the morning of Monday, July 18th.

Keith was born to Edward Paul and Jeannette Leone (Isaacson) Latendresse on January 23rd, 1973 and grew up the youngest of four siblings (Kathleen, Mark, and Michael).

Keith excelled in athletics during his time at Brighton High School, to...

John A. Wesolowski

John A. Wesolowski

Jul 18, 2022

John A. Wesolowski, 85, died Monday, July 18, 2022 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born December 2, 1936 in the town of Cassel, son of the late Stanley and Rose (Filtz) Wesolowski. On August 8, 1959 he married Patricia Riehle at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, town of Cassel.

John was a dairy farmer for...

Lori Lanette (Kuhl)  Zemke

Lori Lanette (Kuhl) Zemke

Jul 16, 2022

Lori Lanette (Kuhl) Zemke

There’s another angel around the throne tonight.

Lori joined the Lord on Saturday, July 16, 2022 following her battle with cancer.  She had so many blessings in her lifetime and made the sun shine, even on a dreary day.

Lori was born and raised in Missouri Valley, Iowa and...

Frederick "Fred" C. Pitterle

Frederick "Fred" C. Pitterle

Jul 15, 2022

Frederick “Fred” C. Pitterle, 87, died Friday, July 15, 2022 under the care of Compassus Hospice at Benedictine Living Community, Wausau.

He was born July 23, 1934 in Freeport, Illinois, son of the late Adolph and Clara (Bach) Pitterle.  On May 18, 1963 he married Suzanne Young in Milwaukee and she preceded him in death on July...

Carletta M Zakrzewski

Carletta M Zakrzewski

Jul 14, 2022

Carletta M. Zakrzewski, 83, Wausau, died Thursday July 14, 2022, at Mount View Care Center, under the care of Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

She was born April 6, 1939, in Wausau, daughter of the late Otto and Grace (Jones) Muelver. She married Ernest Zakrzewski in Wausau. He preceded her in death December 27, 2011.

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Caryl A. Hafner

Caryl A. Hafner

Jul 12, 2022

Caryl A. Hafner, 62, Schofield passed away Tuesday, July 12, 2022, at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield.

She was born January 14, 1960, in Wausau, daughter of the late William and Patricia (Burkart) Hafner.

Survivors include her siblings, Kim (Rochelle) Hafner, Minnesota and Michael (Alice) Hafner, Mosinee, her godson, Michael Hafner II and many nieces, nephews...

John L. Goldbach

John L. Goldbach

Jul 12, 2022

John L Goldbach, 58, Hartford, WI, passed away at his home on Tuesday, July 12, 2022, from complications related to Type I Diabetes.

He was born June 16, 1964 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Wausau, WI. He graduated from Marathon High School, Marathon, WI and St. Norbert College, DePere, WI, where he was a very active member...

Donald Lee Meade

Donald Lee Meade

Jul 7, 2022

Donald Lee Meade passed away at his home in Wausau, WI on Thursday, July 7, 2022, following a brave battle with cancer. Don died peacefully with his loved ones by his side. He was 67 years old.

Donald Lee Meade was born August 9, 1954, in Bluffton, Indiana to Ralph & Anita (Mosure) Meade. Don attended grade...

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