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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Jon R. Musser
Jul 7, 2022
Jon R. Musser, 82, Wausau passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2022, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at his home.
He was born April 18, 1940, in Mifflinburg, Pennsylvania, son of the late Arthur and Sara (Kilgore) Musser. On December 31, 1965, he married Patsea Arndt in California. She preceded him...
James Anthony Sopata
Jul 7, 2022
James Anthony Sopata, 86, Rib Mountain, died Thursday July 7, 2022, at the Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born June 14, 1936, in Blue Island, Illinois, son of the late Anthony and Bernice (Zajac) Sopata. He attended a Catholic school in Illinois prior to his family moving to Deerbrook, Wisconsin where he transitioned to a one room...
Bradley Gene Utegaard
Jul 6, 2022
Bradley Gene Utegaard, 27, died unexpectedly July 6, 2022, while hiking in New Mexico.
He was born November 15, 1994, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, son of Lisa Graf and James Utegaard.
Brad graduated from Wausau West High School and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He worked in the IT field. During his high school years,...
Mary Isabel (Landon) Sullivan
Jul 5, 2022
Mary Isabel (Landon) Sullivan, 105, died July 5, 2022, at Renaissance Assisted Living, Weston, Wis, under the hospice care of Interim HealthCare of Wausau. She was a long-time resident of Montreal, Wis. Mary and her twin sister, Sarah Janet Landon, were born Nov. 25, 1916, in Wausau, Wis., the daughters of John Stewart Landon and Mary Isabel (McInnis) Landon....
