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.
Patrick Heckert
Dec 22, 2021
Patrick Heckert, 78, died Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Cedar Ridge Elder Services, Mosinee.
He was born August 2, 1943 in Antigo, son of the late Haelett and Mable (Theilman) Heckert.
Patrick served his country in the United States Air Force.
Survivors include his children, Brad (Theresa) Heckert, Kevin Heckert and Annette (Marshall)...
Gladys H. (Sams) Landowski
Dec 22, 2021
Gladys H. Landowski, 90, Hatley, died Wednesday December 22, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born November 27, 1931, in Chicago, daughter of the late Kline and Lucille (Walkowski) Sams. On September 10, 1955, she married Arthur Landowski at St. Casimir Catholic Church, Milwaukee. He survives.
Prior to her retirement, Gladys had been a...
Jeffrey A. Gruetzmacher
Dec 21, 2021
Jeffrey A. Gruetzmacher, 55, Wausau, died Tuesday December 21, 2021, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born September 5, 1966, in Milwaukee, son of Daniel and Susan (Zastrow) Gruetzmacher. On June 30, 1990, he married Colleen Schneck in Wausau. She survives.
After high school, Jeff had been employed at Apogee Enterprises then worked for several...
Suzanne E Holubiw
Dec 20, 2021
Suzanne E. Holubiw, 44, of Wausau, Wisconsin was blessed with the opportunity to have fought her way through these last couple of months, alongside her family and friends, and was safely delivered by her three children and her brother, Adriana, Juliana, Isaac, and Ryan into the hands of God on Monday, December 20, 2021, at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield....
Robert E. Eckardt
Dec 18, 2021
In a humble farmhouse in Birnamwood on Saturday, October 15th, 1938, Robert (Bob) Edward Eckardt was born to Caroline (Ecker) and Anton Eckardt. He was the third child followed by two brothers who passed away at birth. His childhood was filled with hunting chipmunks, digging worms to catch fish and at one point drank too much “grape juice” which...
Gordon Albert Jaworski
Dec 17, 2021
Gordon A. Jaworski, 80, town of Berlin, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born October 29, 1941 in Milwaukee, son of the late Michael and Martha (Paskett) Jaworski. On June 4, 1960, he was united in marriage to Sharon Hermann in Milwaukee. She preceded him in death on January 7,...
Gary O. Tessmer
Dec 13, 2021
Gary O. Tessmer, age 77, passed away peacefully at his home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services with his wife and daughters by his side.
He was born December 14, 1943 in Wausau, son of the late Marcella Tessmer. On August 1, 1964 he married Susan “Sue” White at St. Paul United Church...
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...
