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.
Michael "Mike" J. Luhtala
Feb 28, 2023
Michael “Mike” J. Luhtala, 56, Rothschild, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a long illness.
He was born December 22, 1966 in Milwaukee, the son of Oliver and Sandra (Ison) Luhtala. He met the love of his life, Catherine “Cathy” L. Spanton working at Figi’s in Marshfield. They were united in...
John S. Jagerson
Feb 26, 2023
John S. Jagerson, 72, town of Easton passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
At John’s request there will be no public funeral services. A private family service will be held at a later date. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Wausau is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. A full...
Lonnie D. Marek
Feb 26, 2023
Lonnie Dale Marek was born in Black River Falls, Wisconsin on July 21, 1940, to Frank and Lillian Marek. He had two sisters, Sylvia Marek (husband, William Grimm) of Madison and Karen (Steve) Lynch of Wausau. His extended family includes nephew, Lucas (Sarah) Lynch; and niece, Stephanie Lynch of Wausau; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in Alaska....
Joyce Ann Mary Kreft
Feb 26, 2023
Joyce Ann Kreft
December 20, 1941 - February 26, 2023
Joyce Ann Kreft of Athens, WI, left this world so very peacefully on Sunday afternoon, February 26, 2023, at age 81 with nieces and nephews by her side at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Joyce Ann was born December 20, 1941, at her family’s farmhouse...
Joseph "Joe" L. Stoklasa
Feb 24, 2023
Joseph L. “Joe” Stoklasa, 78, town of Hewitt, passed away peacefully with his children by side on Friday, February 24, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 31, 1944 in Wausau son of the late Joseph and Selma (Winters) Stoklasa. Joe was married to Jean Felch and later divorced but remained good friends over the...
David "Dave" L. Augustine
Feb 21, 2023
David L. Augustine, 84, Athens, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital from complications after contracting COVID.
He was born April 9, 1938, to Lawrence and Arlene (Auner) Augustine at the Marshfield Hospital. Dave was raised on his family farm in the Halsey township near Athens and in 1958, graduated from the Athens High School....
Yvonne I. (Aldrich) Mais
Feb 20, 2023
Yvonne I. Mais, 86, Wausau passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2023, at Mount View Care Center, Wausau.
She was born June 6, 1936 in Wausau, daughter of the late Cyrus and Leona (Lowe) Aldrich. On August 10, 1957 she married David Mais in Lawton, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on January 3, 2020.
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Elroy E. Krueger
Feb 18, 2023
Elroy E. Krueger, 73, Town of Rib Falls passed away unexpectedly at his residence on February 18, 2023.
He was born on August 23, 1949, in Wausau; son of the late Harvey and Viola (Reimer) Krueger.
Shortly after graduating from Marathon High School, he enlisted in the Navy, proudly serving his country. He worked at...
Arlene "Tottie" C. Seubert-Volhard
Feb 17, 2023
Arlene “Tottie” C. Seubert-Volhard, 93, of Marathon, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 at her home.
Arlene was born on February 2, 1930 in West Bend, WI to Raymond and Mary (Weisner) Hornung and moved to Marathon at six months old with her parents.
She attended grade school at St. Joseph (currently St. Mary’s,...
Philip C. Pomrening
Feb 17, 2023
Philip C. Pomrening, 82, Wausau, died on Friday, February 17, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born July 12, 1940 to the late Irvin and Roena (Drews) Pomrening. Following High School, Phil served as a paratrooper in the United States Army Airbourne division in Germany. After returning home, he married the love of his life, Phyllis...
James "Jim" A. Calmes
Feb 15, 2023
James "Jim" A. Calmes, 90, died Wednesday, February 15, 2023 under the care of Compassus Hospice at Cedar Creek Manor, Kronenwetter.
He was born August 17, 1932 in Athens, son of the late Joseph and Mae (Lochen) Calmes.
Survivors include his siblings, Joseph Calmes, Richard (Rita) Calmes, Ruth (Tony) Brodjeski and Delores (Ken) Wolfe; sister-in-law,...
Dianne Marie (Knaack) Stichmann
Feb 13, 2023
Dianne Marie Stichmann, 79, Wausau, formerly of Phillips passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, while under the care of Marshfield Hospital-Weston Comfort Care and Assisted Living Services at Mountain Terrace, Wausau.
She was born May 4, 1943, in Chicago, daughter of the late William and Claraine (Burgholzer) Knaack. Dianne married Stan Stichmann in Hayward on July...
Susan "Sue" M. Ballerstein
Feb 12, 2023
Susan “Sue” M. Ballerstein, 64, died peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, February 12, 2023, at Marshfield Medical Center.
She was born August 21, 1958, in Wausau, daughter of the late George and Dolores (Skrzypcak) Schueller. On June 24, 1978, she married Del Ballerstein at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar.
Sue graduated from Edgar...
James "Jim" S. Martin
Feb 10, 2023
James “Jim” S. Martin, 83, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2023 with his family by his side. Jim was born November 13, 1939 in Crandon. His early years included working on their small family farm as well as a local potato farm. He graduated from Antigo High School in 1957, and married his bride Lorna in 1961. After...
Anthony "Tony" L. Szemborski
Feb 8, 2023
Anthony “Tony” L. Szemborski, 65, Wausau passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born November 27, 1957, in Wausau, son of the late Anthony L. and Esther (Ruplinger) Szemborski Sr.
Tony worked in customer service for Veolia and Waste Management until his retirement. He also sold cars and tended...
Thomas Robert Hynes
Feb 7, 2023
Thomas Robert Hynes, 72, Rib Mountain, passed away unexpectedly from a cardiac event on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, doing what he loved, skiing at Granite Peak.
He was born May 29, 1950, in Rochester, MN, son of the late Joseph and Marjorie (Kerr) Hynes. On January 6, 1973, he married the love of his life, Bernadine Wenzel...
Violet "Vi" J. Golz
Feb 5, 2023
Violet “Vi” J. Golz, 88, of Colby, passed away peacefully in her sleep and met her Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 5, 2023, at The Waterford at Colby under the care of ProMedica Hospice.
She was born on August 30, 1934, in Athens to the late Edward and Esther (Weise) Hoge. Vi grew up on the...
John W. Buechner
Feb 5, 2023
John W. Buechner, 76, died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 19, 1946 in Ashland, son of the late Walter and Mary (Kulikowski) Buechner. On August 17, 1968 he married Sharon Hall in Wausau.
Before retirement, John worked as a project manager and estimator for Old Castle Glass. He...
Randolph "Randy" G. Patnode
Feb 5, 2023
Randolph “Randy” G. Patnode, 69, Rib Mountain passed away peacefully while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at his home, surrounded by his loved ones.
Randy was born April 8, 1953 in Wausau, son of Janet (Goytowski) Patnode, Wausau and the late Gerald Patnode. On October 16, 1976 he married Susan Hable at...
Marvin Jacob Stencil
Feb 4, 2023
Marvin J. Stencil, 92, Wausau, passed away on Saturday, February 4, 2023 at Benedictine Living Community, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born October 26, 1930 in Athens, son of the late Jacob and Anna (Soczka) Stencil. On June 29, 1953, he married Ruth Ellen Vetter at St. Mary Catholic Church...
