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.
Daniel M. Krautkramer
Dec 20, 2025
Daniel “Krauty” M. Krautkramer, 60, Marathon, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family and friends on Saturday, December 20, 2025, under the care of Aspirus at Home Hospice.
He was born May 20, 1965 in Marathon, son of the late Arnold and Lorraine (Hornung) Krautkramer. Dan’s first marriage was to Kristi Jean Kitsembel on July 14, 1990 at...
John G. Palutke
Dec 23, 2025
John Gottlieb Palutke of Wausau, WI, passed away and went to his heavenly home on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital at the age of 90.
He was born on January 11, 1935 in Watertown, WI to immigrant German parents, Albert and Christine Palutke. He attended rural country schools near Wilton, WI and high school in Wilton, then graduated...
Scott J. Bickler
Dec 3, 2025
Scott Bickler, 72, of Wausau, Wisconsin and Sun City Center, FL, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family both near and far.
Born on February 21, 1953, to the late Claude and Gwen (Tucker) Bickler, Scott grew up with a deep sense of family and community. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin–Stout with...
Judy A. Quaderer
Nov 26, 2025
Judy Ann Quaderer
October 24, 1949 – November 26, 2025
Judy Ann Quaderer, 76, passed peacefully, Wednesday, November 26, 2025. She was under the care of Rennes Health and Rehab and Hospice Services.
Judy was born to Lawrence and Olga (Scheelk) Tobalsky, on October 24, 1949. She grew up on the West side of Wausau, WI. She attended Holy Name of Jesus Catholic...
Allan "Al" J. Babl
Dec 22, 2025
Allan “Al” J. Babl, 81, passed away Monday, December 22, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born April 11, 1944, in Wausau, son of the late George and Rose (Corazalla) Babl. In 1980, he married Celeste Szymanski at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau.
Al graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1962, earning multiple football scholarships. He chose to attend the...
Romayne M. Breaman
Dec 14, 2025
Romayne Margaret Breaman, age 88, of Merrill, WI passed away due to complications of Alzheimer’s disease on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at Bell Tower Residence Assisted Living in Merrill, WI while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born March 31, 1937, in Milwaukee, the first born to the late Jerome and Pearl (Church) Brickner. The...
Allen "Al" D. Burmeister
Dec 20, 2025
Allen “Al” Burmeister, age 71, of Little Chicago, Wisconsin, passed away on December 20, 2025, at the Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau.
He was born on March 11, 1954, in Wausau, to Barbara (Williamson) and Henry Burmeister. Allen farmed alongside his parents in his early years, and his entrepreneurial nature later led him to start several businesses including ginseng farming.
Allen enjoyed...
Cynthia M. Hurtis
Dec 10, 2025
Cynthia “Cindy” M. Hurtis, age 68, of Wausau, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by family.
She was born October 28, 1957 in Anchorage, Alaska, the first child of the late Joseph and Romayne (Brickner) Breaman. She was a 1975 graduate of Marathon High School.
Cindy spent many years working in the Marathon City office for...
Patrice L. Janssen
Nov 21, 2025
Patrice L. Janssen, 67, of Rib Mountain, passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025, at home surrounded by family, and under the care of Heartland Hospice.
She was born on April 6, 1958, in Wausau, to the late Daniel and Marie (Carr) Lepak and grew up on the family farm in Rib Mountain. Patrice was united in marriage to Charles Janssen...
Randall "Randy" John Kressel
Nov 28, 2025
Randall “Randy” John Kressel, 47, of Tigerton, went home to be with his heavenly Father on Friday, November 28, 2025, due to injuries sustained in a house fire.
Randy was born on September 12, 1978 in Wausau to Joe Sr. and Judi Kressel.
Randy was a man whose heart was full of love and giving. No matter who needed help, he was...
Patsy M. Resch
Dec 22, 2025
Patsy M. Resch, 92, Wausau died Monday, December 22, 2025 while under the care of Aspirus Hospice at Wausau Manor.
She was born November 24, 1933 in Wausau, daughter of the late Leonard and Ehtel (Schmitz) Resch.
Patsy loved to watch wildlife and enjoyed being outdoors. She also had a passion for working with the Women’s Community and even traveled to Nicaragua...
James M. McHale
Dec 20, 2025
James “Jim” McHale, age 88, of Wausau, passed away on December 20, 2025.
He is survived by his wife, Margaret “Maggie” McHale; his children, Daniel McHale and Caitlin Mack (Andrew); his grandchildren, Elizabeth and Benjamin Mack; as well as other loving relatives and many dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Freda and Vern McHale, and his brother,...
James "Jimmy" D. Arndt Jr.
Dec 15, 2025
James “Jimmy” D. Arndt Jr., 70, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 15, 2025 in the Palliative Care Unit at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by his family.
He was born December 2, 1955 in Wausau, son of the late James Sr. and Emily (Ortlieb) Arndt.
Jimmy worked as a crane operator for Wausau Steel in Wausau for many years. He was...
Mary A. Hall
Dec 14, 2025
Mary A. Hall, 60, of Edgar, passed away unexpectedly, at home, on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
She was born in Wausau on January 26, 1965, to Lawrence Gassner and the late Catherine (Altenhofen) Gassner. Mary was united in marriage to Jeffrey Hall in 1990 at St. Matthew Catholic Church in Wausau. They have three children and raised their family in the...
Lynn Ann Hilts
Dec 11, 2025
Lynn Ann Hilts, 80, Edgar, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.
She was born June 5, 1945 to Simon and Leone (LaFave) Ellos in Ironwood, MI and was raised in Hurley, WI. On June 5, 1965 she married Clayton Hilts at St. Mary of the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Hurley. He preceded her...
Marjorie Ann Thorn
Dec 11, 2025
Marjorie Thorn, 86 Wausau, passed away on Thursday December 11th, 2025, at Hospice House in Wausau surrounded by her loving family.
She was born June 7, 1939, in Wausau, she was the daughter of the late Roy and Mary (Welling) Rhyner. On October 25th, 1958, she married Robert Thorn at St. Michael’s Church, Wausau. They just celebrated their 67 years of...
Alfred J. Pophal
Dec 11, 2025
Alfred J. Pophal, age 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Al brought steady warmth to everyone who knew him. His life was defined by love for his family, compassion for others, and a quiet strength that shaped the people around him. His loss leaves a real absence, but his life leaves an even stronger...
Lynn A. Starkey Jr.
Dec 10, 2025
Lynn A. “Bud” Starkey Jr., 70, of Rothschild, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Wausau, Wisconsin.
He was born on September 26, 1955, in Ironwood, Michigan, the son of the late Lynn A. Starkey Sr. and Bettie (Johnson) Starkey.
In his younger years, Bud enjoyed working on cars, ice fishing, and riding snowmobiles; interests that suited his mechanical ability and...
Marcia J. Denzin
Dec 10, 2025
Marcia J. Denzin, 82, of Wausau, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by her family.
Marcia was born on December 19, 1942, in Adams, Minnesota, to the late Donald D. Revord and LaRae Beck. She was lovingly raised in Adams by her maternal grandparents, Alma and Walter Beck, until the age of five, when she...
Helen C. Lawrence
Dec 8, 2025
Helen C. Lawrence, 47, of Wausau, passed away on Monday, December 8, 2025, at home surrounded by family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born on December 28, 1977, to Norman and Helen (Kryka) Dieter in Chicago, Illinois. Helen was united in marriage to Brad Lawrence on August 5, 2000, at St. Therese Catholic...
