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.
Thomas E. Fischer
Oct 15, 2022
As Thomas Eugene Fischer of Wausau, Wisconsin laid on his Aspirus hospital bed at age 83, the imaging technician completing an ultrasound on his heart said, “Tom, you have a uniquely placed heart.” The next morning at 6 am on October 15 as he lay sleeping, it suddenly and unexpectedly stopped. Which completed a lifetime devoted to a way...
Harlan "Shep" E. Schoepke
Oct 14, 2022
Harlan E “Shep” Schoepke, 79, passed away on October 14, 2022.
Shep was born on April 16, 1943, to Lucille (Braunel) and Harold Schoepke in Wausau, WI. Shep married Beverly Martin in 1963 and they later divorced. Shep married Joyce (Gnat) on December 2, 1972. Shep is survived by his wife Joyce; children Todd (Diane) Schoepke, Tari...
Bettye Rose Beilke
Oct 11, 2022
Bettye Rose Beilke, 92, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 11, 2022 at her home.
She was born February 9, 1930 in Wausau, daughter of the late Bruno and Senta (Radant) Loy. On August 2, 1952 she married Stanley Beilke in Pine City, Minnesota and he preceded her in death on August 20, 2019.
Bettye...
Marilyn R. (Kundinger) Kraemer
Oct 10, 2022
Marilyn R. Kraemer, 84, Marco Island, Florida, formerly of Marathon City and Wausau, Wisconsin, died Monday October 10, 2022 in Florida.
She was born May 27, 1938, in Marshfield, daughter of the late George C. and Dorothy T. (Baierl) Kundinger. She married Thomas E. Kraemer and she assisted him in the operation of the funeral homes that...
Barbara J. Lutz-Olson
Oct 10, 2022
Barbara J. Lutz-Olson, 86, died Monday, October 10, 2022 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Mount View Care Center, Wausau.
She was born June 27, 1936 to Carl and Edith, and has resided in the Wausau area her entire life. Barbara is predeceased by her husband Christ Lutz.
Barbara worked...
Thomas "Tommy" L. Buska
Oct 9, 2022
Thomas (Tommy) Lee Buska, 74 of Mosinee WI passed on Sunday, October 9, 2022, at St. Claire Hospital, Weston, WI.
Tom was born in Wausau WI August 2, 1948, to the late John and Clara (Check) Buska. In 1969 Tom married Pamela (Groth) Buska who along with their daughter Jennifer Buska (Mark Greenleaf) survive him.
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Steven Werner Schaefer
Oct 8, 2022
Steven W. Schaefer, 66, Edgar, passed away on Saturday, October 8, 2022 at the Waterford of Colby, under the care of Heartland Hospice.
He was born August 4, 1956 in Wausau, son of the late Arnold “Shrimp” Schaefer and Virginia Gall. On July 5, 1996, he married Julie Baumann at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Wausau. She survives....
Ralph E. Tidd
Oct 8, 2022
Ralph E. Tidd, 93, died Saturday, October 8, 2022 at his home in Kronenwetter.
He was born May 16, 1929 in Phelps, son of the late Ralph Sr. and Margaret (Meuret) Tidd. On February 10, 1951 he married Phyllis Tuschscher in Pine City, Minnesota and she preceded him in death on November 6, 2007.
Ralph...
Phyllis (Mccutcheon) Koltz
Oct 7, 2022
Phyllis Irene Koltz, 88. died October 7, 2022.
She was born February 16, 1934, daughter of Thomas and Louise McCutcheon. She graduated from Wausau High School and on October 31, 1953 married her high school sweetheart, Robert Koltz.
Phyl was fun loving; always with a smile and twinkle in her eye when enjoying her favorite...
Gerald "Jerry" R. Schwamman
Oct 6, 2022
Gerald “Jerry” R. Schwamman was a beloved husband, father, and papa during his 73 years of life. He passed away peacefully in his home the morning of October 6th, 2022 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Lois Schwamman, his children Kelly (Greg) Koehler, Corey...
Kenneth O'Malley
Oct 6, 2022
Kenneth O’Malley, 93, formerly of Marathon, died Thursday October 6, 2022, at Wisconsin Veterans Home, King, Wisconsin.
He was born June 29, 1929, in Chicago, son of the late James and Marie (Buchberger) O’Malley. On October 9, 1954, he married Kathryn “Katie” Marcell at St. Mary Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him in death March 18, 2013....
Helen C. (Sobkowiak) Dreyer
Oct 5, 2022
Helen C. Dreyer, 89, formerly of Wausau, WI, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, while under the care of Compassus Hospice at Renaissance Assisted Living, Weston.
She was born May 25, 1933, in Wausau, daughter of the late Claude and Sarah (Sniegoski) Sobkowiak. On February 24, 1962, she married James (Jim) Dreyer in Green Bay....
Amy Lynn Mettlach
Oct 4, 2022
Amy Lynn Mettlach (née Merritt), 58, passed away at home suddenly on October 4, 2022 in Wausau, Wisconsin. She was a beloved mother, sister, teacher, and a friend to many.
Amy was born to John Frederic (Fred) and Laura Jane Merritt in Greensburg, Pennsylvania on October 11, 1963. Her passion for education and teaching were evident at...
Lee D. Reeds
Oct 4, 2022
Lee D. Reeds, 74, Wausau passed away on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, at his home.
He was born February 21, 1948, in Waupaca, son of the late Roy and Grace (Hamilton) Reeds. He married Jacci Howland and they later divorced.
Lee worked at Deluxe Disposal and Lloyd Brothers for many years and also was a...
Lillian L. (Mackowey) Harter
Oct 3, 2022
Lillian L. Harter, 96, died Monday, October 3, 2022 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born September 23, 1926 in Kronenwetter, daughter of the late William and Emma (Fischer) Mackowey. On May 31, 1954 she married John Harter at St. John Catholic Church, Marshfield.
Lillian was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She enjoyed...
Thomas "Tom" G. Allman
Sep 30, 2022
Thomas Allman passed away on Friday, Sept 30, 2022, at the age of 59.
Tom was born in Wausau on Nov. 21, 1962 and grew up in the Town of Texas. He was the son of Donald and Elizabeth Allman (Thorn).
Tom graduated from Wausau East High school in 1981. He then served for 2...
Gladys (Kazimierczyk) Brzezinski
Sep 29, 2022
Gladys Brzezinski, 88, Schofield, died Thursday, September 29, 2022 at her home with her son at her side.
She was born August 15, 1934 in Grodno, Poland, daughter of the late Josef and Maria (Wolulik) Kazimierczyk. Gladys arrived in New York City at the age of 16 on February 8, 1951 aboard the ship America, later becoming...
Robin C. Nelson
Sep 25, 2022
Obituary for Robin C. Nelson
Robin was born on August 16, 1959, in San Diego, the second child of Robert E. and Rowena Nelson. She is survived by siblings Rebecca, Robert and Ryan Nelson. She also has 2 nieces and 6 nephews.
Her Family Traveled extensively throughout her early years because her father served for...
Marites "Thess" Chico
Sep 23, 2022
Marites “Thess” Chico, 46, died on September 23, 2022, at Mayo Hospital in Rochester, MN.
Thess was born on February 5, 1976, in Manila, Philippines to Edgardo and Clarita Patolot.
Thess graduated from Centro Escolar University in 1996 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Immediately after she passed the Philippine Nursing Board Exam,...
Jeffery "Jeff" D. Zilisch
Sep 22, 2022
Jeffery “Jeff” D. Zilisch, 80, Ringle passed away at home with his wife of 57 years by his side, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
He was born on August 27, 1942, in Wausau, the son of the late David and Phyllis (Meilahn) Zilisch. He was baptized and confirmed at Zion Lutheran Church, Wausau. He went to...
