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.
Lila Mae (Hole) Salzwedel
Aug 29, 2020
Lila Mae Salzwedel, 89, passed away Saturday August 29, 2020 with her loving family by her side. Lila was born July 22, 1931 to Odin and Ardis (neé Drake) Hole. She married Walter Salzwedel in a double ceremony with Walter’s brother Donald and bride Genevieve Salzwedel in Rosholt WI. Walter preceded her in death on March 24, 2003.
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Vernon E. Mathwich
Aug 29, 2020
Vernon E. Mathwich, 91, Town of Berlin passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, August 29, 2020 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born September 16, 1928 in the Town of Berlin, son of the late Leonard and Erna (Hanke) Mathwich. On September 11,...
William "Bill" L. Pregont
Aug 27, 2020
William L. “Bill” Pregont, 89, Wausau died Thursday, August 27, 2020 at his home, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born September 12, 1930 in Wausau, son of the late Lloyd and Marjorie (Jolly) Pregont. In August of 1954, he married Mary Ann Kuski at Holy Name Catholic Church, Wausau. ...
Louise Ann Lentz
Aug 27, 2020
Louise A. Lentz, 73, Wausau, died Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born August 10, 1947 in Milwaukee, daughter of Elizabeth Fleckenstein. Louise married James Lentz in Detroit, MI. He preceded her in death on November 28, 1987.
Louise worked as a draftsman for several area companies. She also tended bar...
Doris R. Burke
Aug 27, 2020
Doris R. Burke, 65, Wausau, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born July 8, 1955 in Stanley, WI, daughter of the late Jack and Frances (Sawczuk) Burke.
Among her favorite pastimes, Doris enjoyed embroidery, reading, volunteer work for several area organizations...
Margaret E. Puerner
Aug 25, 2020
Margaret E. Puerner, 91, Wausau, died Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born March 2, 1929 in Randolph, WI, daughter of the late Robert and Gertrude (Smith) Thomas. On July 12, 1952 she married Robert Puerner in Randolph. He preceded her in death on October 2, 1976.
Margaret was a stay...
Ruben Steve Lepak
Aug 25, 2020
Ruben S. Lepak, 87, Wausau, formerly of Marathon, died Tuesday, August 25, 2020 at Wausau Manor, under the care of Heartland Hospice Care.
He was born July 21, 1933 in Marathon, son of the late John and Constance (Busko) Lepak. On February 7, 1959 he married Patricia Wadinski in Wausau.
Ruben was a veteran of...
Elmer G. Schleif
Aug 23, 2020
Elmer G. Schleif, 92, died Sunday, August 23, 2020 under the care of Interim Hospice and Palliative Care at his home.
He was born February 7, 1928 in Chicago, son of the late Gustav and Viola (Pankow) Schleif. On October 8, 1955 he married Virginia Kluender at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wausau. She preceded him...
Harry H. Syring
Aug 18, 2020
Syring, Harry Herman 1925-2020
It is with sadness that the family of Harry Syring announces his passing on Tuesday, August 18, 2020, at the age of 95 years, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services, Wausau.
Harry was born on the family farm in the Town of Frankfort, Marathon County, Wisconsin on...
Ronald H. Werner
Aug 17, 2020
Ronald Henry Werner, age 72, Austin, Texas, formerly of Edgar, Wisconsin, died peacefully at his home on Monday August 17, 2020.
He was born May 9, 1948, son of the late Harold Werner and Eunice (Randt) Werner. On October 28, 2000 he married Audrey Duensing-Werner.
Ron proudly served his country in the US Army as...
Marjorie M (Pagel) Koranda
Aug 15, 2020
Marjorie Koranda, 82, Wausau, died Saturday, August 15, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born January 31, 1938 in Wausau, daughter of the late Albert and Mary (Kandler) Pagel and was raised on the family farm in Marathon. On September 19, 1959, she married a sweet man by the name of Florian Koranda at St. Matthew...
Merlin H. Stahel
Aug 13, 2020
Merlin Herbert Stahel, age 87, Marathon, passed away August 13, 2020, at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau, Wisconsin.
He was born March 28, 1933 to the late Reinhart and Viola (Langhoff) Stahel in the town of Stettin. He attended school in Marathon and then was employed as a farm hand at the late Arnold Goetsch farm in the...
Erma R. Singstock
Aug 8, 2020
Erma R. Singstock, 93, died Saturday, August 8, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born July 29, 1927, daughter of the late Frank and Adelia (Schneider) Mellenthin.
A memorial service at Zion Lutheran Church will be live streamed at 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 14, 2020 on Facebook, or for later viewing at www.petersonkraemer.com
Verna A. (Tress) Erickson
Aug 8, 2020
Verna A. Erickson, 94, Wausau passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2020 while under the care of LeRoyer Hospice at Clover Leaf Assisted Living, Birnamwood.
She was born August 12, 1925 in Marathon County, daughter of the late Walter and Bertha (Winter) Tress. On May 21, 1949 she married the love of her life, Harry Erickson...
Gerald "Jerry" C. Chandler
Aug 3, 2020
Gerald C. Chandler, 77 of Wausau passed away on August 3, 2020 in Wausau.
Jerry was born on January 3, 1943 in Minneapolis, MN to Lillian and Gerald Chandler. He proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1962 to 1967 as a medic. He married Shirley Chellberg on April 20, 1968.
Jerry was a champion...
Dorothy M. Kingston
Aug 3, 2020
Dorothy M. Kingston, 93, Edgar, died Monday August 3, 2020 at the Hospice House, Wausau.
She was born November 5, 1926 in Laona, daughter of the late Peter and Marie (Gotz) Jevaltas. On December 2, 1944 she married Thomas H. Kingston at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Waukesha.
Dorothy had been employed at Marathon Cheese for...
Gladys M. (Tischendorf) Hargraves
Aug 2, 2020
Gladys Marie (Tischendorf) Hargraves, 90, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Homeplace of Dorchester.
She was born March 17, 1930 to Mildred (Daines) and Fred Tischendorf.
She grew up on a farm a mile North of Jerkwater. After graduating from Dorchester High School she worked in Neillsville as a bookkeeper for a mink food...
Milton G. Barta
Aug 2, 2020
Aviation enthusiast Milton G. Barta, 87, Wausau passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020 while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at the Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born November 1, 1932 in Antigo, son of the late Ben and Rose (Melka) Barta. He graduated from Antigo High School in 1950. On September 28,...
Steven "Steve" Brodziski
Aug 1, 2020
On August 1, 2020, Jesus said, Steve, you fought a good fight these last 10 ½ months, you suffered enough, now it’s time to come home. Steve 77, was born May 11, 1943, the son of the late Anton and Helen (Felzkowski) Brodziski in the town of Rietbrock. He attended St. Anthony School and graduated in 1961 from the...
Patrick "Ricky" Lesage
Jul 31, 2020
Patrick (Ricky) W. LeSage, 56, Wausau, died Friday, July 31, 2020 at Mount View Care Center, Wausau.
Ricky was born December 12, 1963, in Wausau. He was son to the late Matthew Thomas and Barbara (Bretzke) LeSage.
Shortly after birth Ricky was diagnosed with what was then called ‘mental retardation’ and what is now referred...
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