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.

Patricia A. Langdon

Patricia A. Langdon

May 3, 2021

Patricia A. Langdon, 67, Edgar, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 3rd, 2021, at Colonial Center in Colby with family by her side.

She was born November 9th, 1953 in Moberly, MO, to the late Walter and Barbara (Brown) Wood.  She was a 1972 graduate of Centralia High School, in Centralia, MO and a college graduate of...

Apollo J. Switlick

Apollo J. Switlick

May 1, 2021

Apollo J. Switlick, 37, Athens passed away Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born March 4, 1984 in Wausau, son of Merlin and Stephanie (Kohl) Switlick, Athens.

After high school graduation, Apollo went to work with his father at the family business, Switlick & Sons, until the time of his passing. ...

Timothy "Frog" P. Rodehaver

Timothy "Frog" P. Rodehaver

Apr 29, 2021

Timothy P. “Frog” Rodehaver, 62, Weston passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born April 18, 1959 in Wausau, son of the late Donald and Dorothy (Seidl) Rodehaver.  Tim married Kristine Hubbard on March 2, 2007 in Wausau.  She survives.

For many years Tim was a chef in...

John C. Burish

John C. Burish

Apr 29, 2021

John C. Burish, 86, Marathon, died Thursday, April 29, 2021 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at his home.

He was born December 10, 1934 in Marathon, son of the late Edward and Leora (Jost) Burish.  He married Shirley Schwocho and later divorced.  She preceded him in death on January 25, 1984.  John...

Charlie Lo

Charlie Lo

Apr 26, 2021

Charlie Lo “Vam Txos” age 66, Wausau, passed away at Marshfield Medical Center-Weston on Monday, April 26, 2021.

He was born on May 4, 1954 in the village of Hoi Hin Dam, Sam Neua, Houa Phan, Laos, son of Chai Vang Lo and Xai Xiong.

On April 1979, he and his wife came to America...

Alice M. Wisnewski

Alice M. Wisnewski

Apr 26, 2021

Alice Mayme Wisnewski, age 83, of Wausau, died Monday afternoon, April 26, 2021, at Wausau Aspirus Hospital, while being comforted by family.

She was born a twin on April 13, 1938, with her brother Allen, to Frederick and Mary (Krell) Lierman.  They were the youngest of six children, being born 10 years after their next oldest sibling. ...

Robert "Bj" J. Marcell

Robert "Bj" J. Marcell

Apr 25, 2021

Robert “BJ” J. Marcell Jr., Wausau passed away Sunday, April 25, 2021 at his home, following complications from COVID.

He was born January 7, 1982 in Wausau, son of Gail (Heil) Marcell, Kronenwetter and the late Robert J. Marcell Sr.

Following in his father’s footsteps BJ was the present owner/operator of Marcell’s Specialties Inc., Wausau...

Daniel "Tito" J. Babl

Daniel "Tito" J. Babl

Apr 24, 2021

Daniel J. “Tito” Babl, 81, Schofield, died at home peacefully with family on Saturday April 24, 2021.

He was born February 11, 1940 in Wausau, son of the late George and Rose (Corazalla) Babl.  On February 13, 1965 he married Sandra Lang at St. Anne Catholic Church, Wausau.  She survives.  Tito was a veteran of the U.S....

Todd Mumford

Todd Mumford

Apr 23, 2021

Todd Mumford, 59, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 23, 2021 at his home, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

He was born August 1, 1961 in Wausau, son of the late Gilbert and Lois (Raduenzel) Mumford. On February 28, 1998, he married Patricia (Ziemke) Schultz in Wausau.  She preceded him in...

Evan R. Wernberg

Evan R. Wernberg

Apr 23, 2021

Evan R. Wernberg, 24, died unexpectedly Friday, April 23, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

He was born July 24, 1996 in Wausau, son of Torey and Luann (Guralski) Wernberg.

Evan worked as a welder for Imperial Industries. He enjoyed playing the guitar and had a passion for music.  As a young man he played hockey...

Irene C. Karlen

Irene C. Karlen

Apr 22, 2021

Irene C. Karlen, 95, Wausau, died Thursday April 22, 2021 at Our House Assisted Living under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

She was born December 1, 1925 in the town of Stettin, daughter of the late Joseph and Martha (Heil) Hack.  She grew up living the farm life with her parents and 6...

Carol J. (Pepke)  Warosh

Carol J. (Pepke) Warosh

Apr 20, 2021

Carol J. Warosh, 91, Wausau, passed away Tuesday April 20, 2021 at Stone Crest Residence, Wausau, with her cherubic angels of sons as well as her friend, Stanley the kitty by her side.

She was born August 1, 1929 in Sheboygan, daughter of the late Theodore and Rose “Eleanor” (Lesniak) Pepke.  On June 19, 1954, she married...

Anthony "Tony" John Kraft

Anthony "Tony" John Kraft

Apr 19, 2021

Anthony “Tony” John Kraft, 84, Athens, died Monday, April 19, 2021 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born February 24, 1937 in the Town of Rietbrock, son of the late Sylvester and Caroline (Rauen) Kraft. On February 7, 1959 he married the love of his life Joann Zietlow at Holy Family Catholic Church in Poniatowski, WI....

Thomas Jacobs

Thomas Jacobs

Apr 19, 2021

Thomas was born March 5, 1931 to Andrew and Rita Jacobs in Chicago, IL. He grew up on a farm in Neillsville, WI with his grandmother and step-grandfather. He married Ruth Stanley in 1949. Tom adored his wife, Ruth of 65 years. Tom lived in Wausau most of his life, but was in Eau Claire for the last year...

Myron "Mike" J. Sippl

Myron "Mike" J. Sippl

Apr 19, 2021

Myron “Mike” J. Sippl, 92, died Monday, April 19, 2021 under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Hospice House, Wausau.

He was born June 23, 1928 in Wausau, son of the late Charles and Susan (Jansen) Sippl.  In 1956 he married Marlene Wadzinski at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon.

Myron attended...

John W. Block

John W. Block

Apr 18, 2021

John W. Block, 46, Wausau, passed away unexpectedly Sunday April 18, 2021 at Froedert Hospital, Milwaukee.

He was born May 8, 1974, in Wausau, son of the late Merlyn and Gladys (Wilde) Block. He graduated from Wausau West class of 1992.

John had been employed for several years as a server at the Wausau Club,...

Robert "Butch" J. Springer

Robert "Butch" J. Springer

Apr 17, 2021

Robert “Butch” J. Springer, 82, died Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital with, his niece and Goddaughter, Cindy at his side.

He was born June 30, 1938 in Wisconsin, son of the late Paul Sr. and Blanche (Austin) Springer.

Butch was a hard-working farmer who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  In his free time,...

Anita A. (Morien)  Lewandowski

Anita A. (Morien) Lewandowski

Apr 17, 2021

Anita A. Lewandowski, 84, Wausau, died Saturday April 17, 2021 surrounded by family at Rennes Health and Rehab under the care of Compassus Hospice.

Anita was born August 26, 1936 in Wausau, daughter of the late Anton Jr (Tony) and Delphine (Esker) Morien.  She was a 1952 graduate of Wittenburg High School where she was an active...

Lawrence Edmund Gajewski

Lawrence Edmund Gajewski

Apr 17, 2021

Lawrence Edmund Gajewski, 87, Athens, died Saturday April 17, 2021 at his home.

He was born November 15, 1933 in the Town of Rietbrock, son of the late Leo and Pelogia Gajewski.  Lawrence served his country in the United States Army, at the age of 18, stationed in Germany.  He started the family farm after serving his...

Robert A. Zocher

Robert A. Zocher

Apr 16, 2021

Robert “Buff” Allen Zocher, 60, Athens, died unexpectedly at his home on Friday April 16th, 2021. He was born October 22, 1960, son of the late Hilbert and Shirley(Ziegel) Zocher.

Robert attended Athens High School and was in the Army National Guards. He worked various places throughout his life including, Veritas Steel, K&S, Jahnke Construction and Hurd...

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