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.
David L. Kaminski
May 18, 2026
David L. Kaminski, 75, Mosinee passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born March 7, 1951 in Wausau, son of the late Wallace and Genevieve (Koback) Kaminski. On November 24, 1979 he married Carol Weinke at St. Paul Catholic Church, Mosinee. She survives.
For many years Dave was a carpenter at Wausau Homes in Kronenwetter....
Florence Mae Ziegel
May 16, 2026
Florence M. Ziegel, 90, of Wausau passed away on Saturday May 16, 2026 at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Weston. She was born on February 12, 1936 in the town of Ringle to the late Walter and Julia Mijal. Florence was the eleventh of twelve children that grew up on the family farm in Ringle. She graduated from Wittenberg-Birnamwood...
Roger E. Poblitz
May 11, 2026
Roger E. Poblitz, 80, of Wausau, died peacefully on Monday, May 11, 2026, at Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau, with his family by his side.
He was born on August 31, 1945, in Vancouver, Washington, to the late Earl and Adelaide (Smith) Poblitz. He graduated from Ripon High School and later married Sharon Buchholz on September 11, 1965.
In 1971, they moved...
Sarah J. Jacob
May 9, 2026
Sarah J. Jacob, 46, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
She was born March 6, 1980, in Wausau, daughter of Larry and Pamela (Phillips) Duellman. In June of 2002, she married James Jacob at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon.
Sarah was a loving wife and mother who enjoyed working with 4-H kids and doing crafts. She also enjoyed watching family...
Daniel P. Strehlow
May 7, 2026
Daniel P. Strehlow, 71, of Weston, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the Hospice House in Wausau, surrounded by the love of his family.
Dan was born on November 15, 1954, in Wausau, the son of Gerald and Joyce (Heller) Strehlow. He spent his life in the area he proudly called home. On May 14, 1977, he was...
Judith "Judy" M. Paszek
May 5, 2026
Judith M. Paszek (nee Loehmer), 78, of Wausau, passed away on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, under the care of Primrose Memory Care and Moments Hospice.
Judy was born on October 9, 1947, to Paul and Margaret Loehmer of Tomahawk. On February 10, 1968, she married Claude Paszek. They went on to raise their three children in the house they built and...
Brad R. Weber
May 3, 2026
Brad R. Weber, 61, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Seasons of Life Hospice in Woodruff.
He was born August 5, 1964, to the late Dale and Charlotte Weber.
He is survived by his daughter, Brittney (Alec) Repic and son, Bradley Weber; three grandchildren, Xander Repic, Silas Weber and Kaya Weber; longtime companion, Kim Weber. He is further survived by his...
Arlyce E. Drews
May 3, 2026
Arlyce E. Drews, 92, town of Easton, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Rennes Health and Rehab, Weston, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born in Mattoon on November 1, 1933, to the late Raymond and Doris (Salvesen) LeGault. Arlyce was united in marriage to Warren Drews at Bethany Lutheran Church, Aniwa, on...
Julia A. Magrecke
May 3, 2026
Julia Ann Magrecke (née McCarten and then Nelson) passed away peacefully on May 3rd, 2026. She was surrounded by all of her children.
Julia was born to Edgar and Sophia McCarten on June 28th, 1941, in Wausau, Wisconsin. Her father had been a barber; her mother, a beautician, whose salon occupied the opposite side of the same room as Edgar’s barber...
Rita J. Stieber
May 2, 2026
Rita J. Stieber, 96, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2026, under the care of St. Croix Hospice at Pride TLC Therapy & Living Campus, Weston.
She was born March 25, 1930, in Marathon, daughter of the late Elmer and Eleanor (Erdmann) Leitermann. On July 1, 1950, she married Charles Stieber at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon and he preceded her in...
Hilda A. (Martin) LaBelle
Apr 25, 2026
Hilda A. Martin LaBelle, aged 92, peacefully passed away surrounded by family to her heavenly home on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
The daughter of Benjamin and Pauline (Krueger) Martin born on December 31, 1933, in the Town of Johnson/Athens, Wisconsin. She was the youngest daughter of 13 children and the first of the family to attend college.
Hilda will be remembered as...
Janet L. Falkowski
Apr 25, 2026
Janet L. Falkowski, 86, Ringle, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at her home.
She was born September 5, 1939 in Wausau, daughter of the late John and Marion (Prahl) Dittbrender. On May 25, 1963, she married Joseph “Joey” Falkowski in Wausau. He preceded her in death on November 4, 2005.
Janet began her career working at the Brokaw Paper...
Henry J. Blarek Jr.
Apr 24, 2026
Henry “Hank” Blarek, Jr., age 80, of Hatley died unexpectedly Friday, April 24, 2026.
He was born February 5, 1946, to the late Henry Sr., and Lucille (nee Tryba) Blarek. On April 23, 1966, he married the love of his life, Bonnie Miller in Wausau at St. Paul Lutheran Church, and years later renewing their vows in the Catholic faith at...
Olga M. Kuck
Apr 21, 2026
Olga M. Kuck, 105, Wausau, formerly of Athens, WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Wausau Manor, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
She was born March 13, 1921 in the Town of Goodrich, WI, daughter of the late Fred and Friederike (Radke) Roesler. On November 30, 1939, she married Edwin A. Kuck at Trinity Lutheran Church in...
Cathy M. Burnett
Apr 21, 2026
Catherine “Cathy” M. Burnett, 75, Rothschild passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at UW Health University Hospital in Madison.
The family would like to thank Dr. Govari and his staff at UW Health Carbone Cancer Center in Madison. They would also like to thank Dr. Peterson and his staff at Aspirus Wausau Cancer Center.
She was...
Grace C. Brickner
Apr 19, 2026
Grace Carol Brickner, 85, Marathon passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, with her family by her side.
She was born on September 13, 1940, in Marathon, daughter of the late Matthew and Marie (Blume) Wagner. On April 11, 1959, she married Jerome E. Brickner at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Marathon. He preceded her in death...
Robert "Bob" R. Gage
Apr 17, 2026
Robert “Bob” R. Gage, 99, passed away at Meadows of Marathon Assisted Living on April 17, 2026.
He was born November 4, 1926, in Marathon to Vincent W. and Elvera (Schmidlkofer) Gage.
He graduated from Marathon High School in 1944, then enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After basic training at the Great Lakes Naval Base in Illinois, he was sent to Fort...
Kenneth G. Holzem
Apr 14, 2026
Kenneth Gene Holzem, of Wausau, Wisconsin, lived a life defined by hard work, quiet strength, and an unwavering love for his family. Born on December 17, 1935, to Laurence and Gertrude (Baumann) Holzem, Ken was raised with values of loyalty, dedication, and family values - he carried with him in everything he did.
In September of 1962, Ken met the love...
Donna R. Skrzypchak
Apr 12, 2026
Donna R. Skrzypchak, 80, Weston, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 12, 2026 while under the care of Interim Hospice at Primrose Memory Care, Weston.
She was born on June 20, 1945 in Wausau, daughter of the late Delbert and Marion (Gavitt) Sickler. On October 2, 1965 she married David Skrzypchak at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, town of Cassel. He preceded...
Roger J. Bertram
Apr 6, 2026
Roger Joseph “Boomer” Bertram, 68, Schofield passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 6, 2026.
He was born January 21, 1958 in Fond du Lac, son of the late Alfonse and Juliana (Wettstein) Bertram. On June 20, 1987 he married Carla Skrzypchak at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Weston. Together they had two children; Jacklyn and Vincent. Roger was a...
