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.
Ernest A. Stankowski
Oct 31, 2021
Ernest “Ernie” A. Stankowski, 91, Marathon, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 31, 2021 at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, Weston, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born February 26, 1930 in Galloway, WI, son of the late Frank and Julia (Goszkowicz) Stankowski. On June 30, 1951, he was united in...
Titus Terry Kottke
Oct 31, 2021
Our beloved son and brother Titus Terry Kottke, 27, Athens, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 31, 2021.
He was born November 10, 1993 in Wausau, son of Terry and Joan (Jeske) Kottke of Athens. At the age of 15, he received the Lord as his personal savior and later followed the Lord in...
Joyce Marcella (Drewek) Klinger
Oct 30, 2021
Joyce Marcella Klinger, 73, Ringle, passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2021, surrounded by her family under the care of Interim Hospice at her niece Malinda’s house in Wausau. She was born September 11, 1948, in the town of Rietbrock, daughter of the late Joseph and Eleanore (Urmanski) Drewek. On August 27, 1988, she married Eugene Klinger at Wesley...
Scott G. Fleming
Oct 29, 2021
Scott G. Fleming, 50, Wausau passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021, at his home.
He was born October 17, 1971, in Kenosha, son of Dennis and JoAnn (Saylor) Fleming, Wausau. On May 1, 1992, he married Brenda Parizek in Wausau. She survives.
Scott worked at Mavo Systems in Wausau for many years, then had...
Donald "Don" C. Jehn
Oct 28, 2021
Donald "Don" C. Jehn, 78, Wausau, formerly of Marathon, entered eternal life on Thursday, October 28, 2021 in Madison after an extended illness. He fought courageously with a smile on his face.
He was born October 2, 1943 in Marathon City, son of the late Gilbert and Selma (Hanke) Jehn.
For many years, Don worked...
Dustin Weiler Pecher
Oct 27, 2021
A very special young man, Dustin (Weiler) Pecher, age 26, received his angel wings on Wednesday October 27, 2021.
He was born September 25, 1995 in Marshfield, son of Donna Weiler, Medford and the late Daniel Pecher.
Survivors include his mother, Donna Weiler, siblings, Derek Weiler, Medford, Debbie Tabbert Bauman, Medford, Darin Bacon, Marshfield, Daniel...
Linda D. (Gruna) Cleveland
Oct 27, 2021
Linda D. Cleveland, 68, Wausau passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 27, 2021, at her home.
She was born December 19, 1952, in Wausau, daughter of the late Ambrose and Delores (Nowitzke) Gruna. On November 25, 1972, she married Willard Cleveland. He preceded her in death on January 28, 2021.
For many years Linda worked...
Gloria Mae (Patten) Beighley
Oct 26, 2021
Gloria Mae (Patten) Beighley, 94, died Tuesday October 26, 2021, at Pride TLC under the care of Interim Hospice. Her children were often at her side, sharing stories and laughing over past adventures. She never lost her sense of humor and enjoyed a lively banter with her caregivers.
Gloria was born August 4, 1927, in Cornell, Wisconsin,...
Edward Joseph Stencil Sr.,
Oct 26, 2021
Edward Jospeh Stencil Sr., 85, Athens passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born April 14, 1936, in the town of Rietbrock, son of the late Lucas and Clara (Socha) Stenzel. On February 20, 1960, he married Sharon McKee at Holy Family Catholic Church, Poniatowski. She survives.
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Joel "Butch" H. Twerberg
Oct 24, 2021
Joel “Butch” H. Twerberg, 78, Edgar, passed away while surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 24, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born September 2, 1943 in Eau Claire, son of the late Joel and Rebecca (Enger) Twerberg. Joel grew up on farms near Strum, WI. He moved to the Chicago area after graduating from...
Imogene M. Niewolny
Oct 23, 2021
Imogene M Niewolny
Imogene M Niewolny, 95, Wausau, died Saturday, October 23, 2021, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.
Imogene was born May 6, 1926, in the Town of Hamburg, daughter of the late Ervin and Norma (Voigt) Ziegel. On June 14, 1944, she married Walter L Niewolny at St...
Gary D. Vlietstra
Oct 22, 2021
Gary Dean Vlietstra, 59, of Ringle, passed away on Friday, October 22, 2021 at the Marshfield Medical Center in Weston, Wisconsin, surrounded by family. Gary was born the son of Jack and Karen (Geurink) Vlietstra of Ringle on March 5, 1962. Gary has owned and operated a dairy farm for over 35 years. The farm was originally located in...
Kaythong Vilaysane
Oct 21, 2021
Kaythong Vilaysane June 12th 1981 – October 21st 2021
Kaythong Vilaysane, age 40, passed away peacefully on October 21st 2021 at Mercy Medical Hospital.
She is survived by her mother Deuane Vilaysane, father Phay Vilaysane, son Martez Vilaysane-Waits, son Marlon Robinson, daughter Karlesia Cooper, son Kargie Cooper, son Mackenzie Cooper, sister Douangchay Vilaysane, sister Malay...
Doris Mary (Masanz) Feltz
Oct 21, 2021
Doris Mary Feltz (Masanz), peacefully passed away in Hartland, WI on Thursday, October 21, 2021 at Hartland Place Senior Living at the age of 93.
Doris is survived by her husband Frank, her daughter, Audrey Postelnik; grandchildren, Lori (Jamie) Tocco, Kevin (Meghan) Postelnik, Scott Postelnik; and great-grandchildren, Emma and Madelyn Tocco and Molly and Sadie Postelnik. She...
Vincent J. Branyik Jr.
Oct 20, 2021
Vincent John Branyik (Junior), 42 of Wausau, WI passed away on October 20th, 2021 surrounded by his wife and close family at Marshfield Medical Center in Weston WI. Vince was born on October 15th, 1979 to Ruth Gibson (Degunion) and Vincent Branyik Sr. He was raised by his dad Everett Combs and his Papa Frank Degunion. Vince married the...
Michael "Mike" J. Cyzan
Oct 20, 2021
Michael Cyzan, 94, Marathon, died Wednesday, October 20, 2021 under the care of his family at the Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau. He was born December 7, 1926 in Wausau, son of the late Casimir and Veronica Cyzan. On February 18, 1950 he married Dawn Hoeft in Milwaukee. She preceded him in death November 11, 2016. Michael proudly served his...
Linda (Koeppen) Wanserski
Oct 19, 2021
Linda (Koeppen) Wanserski
Our beloved Linda / Lin / Linny / Mom / Molly / Aunt Linda / Mops died peacefully at home on Tuesday October 19, 2021.
Linda was born on September 28, 1947 in Janesville, WI and spent her childhood in Walworth, WI. She was valedictorian at Big Foot High School and went...
Ingrid (Schuetze) Loos
Oct 19, 2021
Ingrid Loos, 78, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
She was born January 7, 1943, in Lublin, Poland, daughter of the late Helmut and Ruth (Lehmann) Schuetze. She spent most of her childhood years in Frankenberg, Germany. Ingrid met Armond overseas, while he was stationed with the US Air...
Michael "Mike" R. Breese
Oct 19, 2021
Michael R. “Mike” Breese, 65, Wausau passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born November 11, 1955, in Phelps, son of Stephanie (Kukanich) Breese, Wausau and the late Richard Breese. On July 29, 1989, he married Susan Sparks at St. Anne Catholic Church, Wausau. She survives.
Mike was employed...
Robert "Bob" E. Werner
Oct 19, 2021
Robert E. “Bob” Werner, 75, Schofield, formerly of Edgar passed away Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at Copperleaf Assisted Living, Schofield.
Robert was born February 6, 1946, in Milwaukee to the late Elmer and Margaret (Krause) Werner.
For many years, Robert worked at Marathon Cheese until his retirement. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting, fishing,...
