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.
Kathleen "Kathy" C. (Coulouris) Parrott
Sep 19, 2020
Kathleen “Kathy” C. Parrott, 75, Wausau, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Wausau, WI, after a brief illness.
She was born June 28, 1945 in Virginia, daughter of the late John and Mary (Collins) Coulouris. In 1956, she moved to Williamsport, PA and graduated from Loyalsock High School, attended Penn State University,...
Todd D. Schmidt
Sep 19, 2020
Todd D. Schmidt, 57, Wausau, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020 at his home.
He was born October 1, 1962 in Wausau, the son of Janet (Miracle) Schmidt and the late Martin Schmidt Jr. On November 14, 1997, he married Corrine Goede in Marathon County.
Among some of his favorite pastimes, he enjoyed fishing,...
Barbara Ann (Hager) Peterson
Sep 19, 2020
Barbara Ann (Hager) Peterson, 88, Wausau, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2020, under the care of Ascension Hospice at Bell Tower Residence, Merrill.
She was born May 11, 1932 on the family farm in Fenwood, WI, to the late Andrew and Alvina (Wiesman) Hager. She was the ninth of ten children. Barbara graduated from Edgar High...
Sandra "Sandy" (Sabatke) Ewan
Sep 15, 2020
Sandra “Sandy” Ewan, 68, Athens, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, September 15, 2020, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Sandy was born in Merrill, Wisconsin, on March 12, 1952, to Gilbert and Ceora (Haffemann) Sabatke. She attended Trinity Lutheran School and Merrill High School....
Earl Holleran
Sep 14, 2020
Earl L. Holleran, 92, died Monday, September 14, 2020, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Hospice House, Wausau.
He was born on July 6, 1928, in Wausau, son of the late Lawrence Holleran and Geneva Bychinski. On July 16, 1949, he married Donna Westberg at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Wausau. She...
Alden W. Anderson
Sep 6, 2020
Alden W. Anderson, 91, formerly of Athens, died Sunday, September 6, 2020, at Mount View Care Center, Lakeview Heights, Wausau.
He was born June 14, 1929, in Longwood, WI, son of the late Alden J. and Margaret (Wester) Anderson. On August 4, 1951, he married Alvera Jasmer at St. John Lutheran Church, Withee. She preceded him in...
Karl W. Manthei
Sep 5, 2020
Karl W. Manthei of Fairfield, CA passed away peacefully on September 5, 2020 surrounded by his family at his home.
Karl was born March 10, 1939 to Karl Manthei Sr. and Hilma (Plautz) Manthei in Wausau, WI. He graduated from Wausau High School in 1958 and then joined the U.S. Navy in 1958 retiring in 1963 with...
Ronald S. Hamers
Sep 4, 2020
Ronald S. Hamers, 80, Lake Tomahawk, formerly of Wausau, died Friday, September 4, 2020 from the COVID-19 Virus.
He was born July 24, 1940 in Wausau, son of the late Gilbert and Alice (Bremer) Hamers. On July 29, 1972 he married Edith “Edie” Krahn in Wausau. She survives.
Prior to his retirement, Ron had been...
Bonnie Mae Mccallin
Sep 3, 2020
Bonnie Mae McCallin
Bonnie, with her husband Mac, owned and ran the West Side Tasty Treat from 1967 to 1996. No one made a better chocolate malt than her. No one made a better double cheeseburger than her. There are people who will read this that still, to this day, miss her BBQ and hot beef sandwiches...
Marion B. Oldenhoff
Aug 30, 2020
Marion B. Oldenhoff, 96, died Sunday, August 30, 2020 under the care of Interim Hospice at Wellington Place, Wausau.
She was born May 3, 1924 in town of Bern, daughter of late Charles and Emma (Woellner) Kuck. On January 16, 1943 she married Ervin Oldenhoff at Trinity Lutheran Church, Athens. He preceded her in death on December...
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...
