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.
Levi L. Hoppenworth
Dec 13, 2021
Levi L. Hoppenworth, 12, Edgar passed away unexpectedly on Monday, December 13, 2021, at his home.
He was born October 6, 2009, in Wausau, son of Adam Hoppenworth and Erin Dvorak.
Levi was an amazing, incredibly strong child. He loved spending time with his family and always getting others to laugh at his silly sense...
George A. Schreiber Sr.
Dec 11, 2021
George A. Schreiber Sr., 86, died peacefully surrounded by family on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
George was born to Bernard and Hattie (Soucek) Schreiber on August 19, 1935 in Milan Wisconsin. June 5, 1957, he married Carol Mierkey at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Milan, Wisconsin.
George began his career as...
John Z. Moua
Dec 10, 2021
John Z. Moua, 28, Merrill passed away Friday, December 10, 2021.
He was born August 19, 1993, in Fresno, CA son of Chu Neng Moua and Kia Thao.
For many years John worked for the Laborer’s International Union of Eau Claire. Some of his favorite interests included fishing, hunting, being outdoors and spending time with...
Tim J. Rossi
Dec 10, 2021
Tim (Timmy) J. Rossi, 66, Merrill, passed from this life on December 10, 2021.
He was born November 30, 1955 in Wausau, son of the late Valerian (V.J.) and Joyce (Derbick) Rossi.
Tim graduated from Newman High School class of 1974. In the late 1970's Tim moved to Springfield, IL where he learned the trade...
Janice "Jan" M. (Volhard) Thurs
Dec 10, 2021
Janice “Jan” M. Thurs, 79, Edgar passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 10, 2021, at U.W. Hospital, Madison.
She was born May 13, 1942, in Marathon, daughter of the late Anton and Clara (Skrzypchak) Volhard. On February 10, 1962, she married Anthony “Tony” Thurs, the love of her life, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Marathon.
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Johneen J. (Nares) Grassl
Dec 10, 2021
Johneen Judy Grassl, (Nares), passed away on her 82nd birthday on December 10, 2021. The world has lost a superlative mother, grandmother, sister, and sister-in-law, aunt and friend. A more thoughtful person was not to be found.
She was born in Milwaukee, WI, December 10, 1939. She was the youngest daughter born to John and Nina, (Snodie),...
Jeffrey C. Morse
Dec 9, 2021
Jeffrey Charles Morse, 68, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, December 9, 2021.
Jeff was born February 17, 1953, in Waukesha to the late Wilbur and Grace (Schmidt) Morse.
Jeff was an avid outdoorsman, devoted and loving husband, father, grandpa, (AKA Papa), uncle, brother, brother-in-law, and friend.
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Wayne Edson Gibberd
Dec 7, 2021
Wayne Edson Gibberd, 91, Wausau, died Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at Aspirus Hospital in Eagle River.
He was born March 23, 1930 in Wausau, son of the late Edson and Marie (Zielsdorf) Gibberd. On August 20, 1955, he married Gladys Bradfish at Holy Name Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him in death on October 23, 2015.
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Agnes M. Gianoli
Dec 6, 2021
Agnes M. Gianoli, 95, Athens, died Monday, December 6, 2021, at Marshfield Medical Center-Marshfield from complications of Covid-19. She was born May 15, 1926, in Marshfield, daughter of the late Joseph and Ottilie (Klein) Burger. On April 19, 1958, she married Charles Gianoli of Genoa at St. John Catholic Church, Wuerzburg. He preceded her in death March 24,1999. Agnes...
Todd M. Koch
Dec 5, 2021
Todd M. Koch, 52, Schofield, passed away on Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born October 5, 1969, in Wausau, son of Dennis and Carole (Kropp) Koch, Kronenwetter. On June 11, 1994, he married Candice Skrzypchak at St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church, Schofield. She survives.
His lifelong career and passion as...
John Patrick Tracey Narlock
Dec 5, 2021
John Patrick Tracey Narlock, 59, passed away at his home on Sunday, December 5, 2021.
John was born to Lambert and Margaret Narlock on April 29, 1962. On June 30, 2007, John married Gail Kannenberg.
John served his country as a member of the United States Navy for 11 years, serving on the USS Lexington,...
Joyce E. Hilmershausen
Dec 5, 2021
Joyce Elaine Hilmershausen, 81, of Marathon passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021 under the care of Compassus Hospice at House of the Dove, Marshfield.
Joyce was born April 23, 1940 in Wausau, daughter of the late Bernhard and Alice (Kufahl) Raddatz. She graduated from Wausau High School and started her career at Employer’s Insurance in...
Laura A. Braun
Dec 4, 2021
Laura “Lulabell” Anne Braun (49) from Athens, WI unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021, from complications of non-covid related pneumonia at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield, WI. Laura was born on January 18, 1972, at Medford Hospital in Taylor County, and grew up in Athens, WI graduating from Athens High School in 1990. Laura was diagnosed with Juvenile...
Rhonda Mesenberg
Dec 3, 2021
On December 3, 2021, Rhonda Mesenberg, 67 was called home to be with our Lord after a brief illness stemming from congestive heart failure. Rhonda was born on April 12, 1954 in Wausau, WI. She was the 6th of 9 children born to William and Theresa (Engman) Mesenberg. She resided in Wausau until her death.
Growing up...
Pearl Elaine Williamson
Dec 3, 2021
Pearl E. Williamson, 81, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 3, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born September 23, 1940 in Wausau, daughter of the late Fred and Adeline (Jaecks) Kositzke. On June 23, 1962, she married Wallace “Wally” O. Williamson at Our Savior’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Wausau. He survives.
Pearl was...
Nila Arlene Koeller
Dec 2, 2021
Nila Arlene Koeller, 88, died Thursday, December 2, 2021 under the care of Compassus Hospice at the House of Dove, Marshfield.
She was born December 30, 1932 daughter of the late Edward and Esther (Weise) Hoge. She was raised on the family farm outside of Athens, attended Trinity Lutheran School all 8 grades and then Athens High...
Kenneth L. Narloch
Dec 1, 2021
Kenneth Lawrence Narloch, 70, passed away early Wednesday morning on December 1, 2021, at his home. He was born on May 11, 1951, in Wausau, son of Lawrence and Alice Narloch.
Ken was a plasterer in the family business of Narloch Plastering. He was always complimented on the swirls he would create on ceilings. After retiring from...
Jane F. (Weber) Heil
Dec 1, 2021
Jane F. Heil, 56, Tomahawk, formerly of Edgar, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at her home while under the care of Compassus of Northern Wisconsin.
She was born July 16, 1965, in Wausau, daughter of Karen Weber Rotta, Weston, and the late Francis Weber. Jane married Paul Smith of...
Thomas "Tommy" Southworth
Dec 1, 2021
Thomas “Tommy” Southworth
April 7 1936-December 12021
Tommy was born April 7th 1936 in Mauston Wisconsin, the son of Harold and Catherine Southworth. At the outbreak of the World War II in 1941, Catherine moved her family to Marshfield Wisconsin to be closer to her family. Tommy attended the old Washington Elementary School on Central...
Marcella (Obermeyer) Will
Nov 29, 2021
Marcella Will, 89, Wausau passed away peacefully on Monday, November 29, 2021, at her home.
She was born January 16, 1932, in the town of Rib Falls, daughter of the late John and Julia (Niemczyk) Obermeyer. Marcella married Wilbur Will but later divorced. They remained friends until he passed away.
For more than 30 years...
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