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.
Talia A. Zoromski
Oct 1, 2025
Talia Anne Zoromski was born in the late hours of Sept. 29th, 2025. After a brief, but feisty, struggle for life, she passed on Oct. 1st, 2025 at Aspirus NICU Wausau. She is much loved and sorely missed.
Talia is survived by her loving parents, Charles and Danielle(Isberner) Zoromski; her grandparents Jessica(Babl) Zoromski, Robert and Kristine(Erdman) Isberner; aunts and uncles, Clint...
Laverne J. Grunenwald
Sep 30, 2025
Laverne Grunenwald, 87, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. He was born December 10, 1937, in Merrill, WI, to the late Edward and Ruth (Fellbaum) Grunenwald.
On June 6, 1964, he married the love of his life Marilyn (Wiederhoeft) Grunenwald at St. Peter Lutheran church in Hamburg, WI. They were married for 57 years until her passing...
Anthony "Tony" R. Sherfinski
Oct 8, 2025
Anthony “Tony” R. Sherfinski, 87, passed away Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at his home.
He was born February 14, 1938, in Wausau, son of the late Alexander and Elizabeth (Chuika) Sherfinski. On September 2, 1961, he married Dorothy Wanta at St. Agnes Catholic Church, Weston. They recently celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary with family.
Tony served in the United States Navy before...
Donna M. Schultz
Oct 7, 2025
Donna M. Schultz, 59, Schofield, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
She was born June 30, 1966 in Marshfield, daughter of Dale and Shirley (Lang) Majerus, Abbotsford.
For many years, Donna was a housekeeper at North Central Health Care Center, Wausau. Many coworkers have fond memories of how kind, friendly, and compassionate she was. Always there...
Rose M. Martin
Oct 9, 2025
Rose M. Martin 95, Rothschild, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, October 9, 2025 while under the care of Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born on June 3, 1930 in Wausau, daughter of the late Stanley and Johanna (Jirgl) Duir of Mosinee. Rose married her “soldier boy,” Donald Martin on February 14, 1953 at St. Therese Catholic Church, Rothschild....
Lois G. Wenzel
Sep 4, 2025
Lois G. Wenzel, 97, Wausau, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at North Central Health Care, Wausau.
She was born on May 10, 1928, in Edgar, daughter of the late Norville and Marion (Shanks) Justmann. On May 13, 1950, she married Orin Wenzel in Edgar. He preceded her in death on January 29, 2006.
Prior to having children Lois worked at...
Cheryl L. Wenzel
Aug 14, 2025
Cheryl L. Wenzel, 68, Merrill, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at her home.
She was born on October 12, 1956, in Wausau, daughter of the late Orin and Lois (Justmann) Wenzel.
For many years Cheryl was an interpreter for Merrill Public Schools. Some of her favorite pastimes included crocheting and going on walks with her friends.
Survivors include her brother, Greg...
Theresia Treu
Oct 11, 2025
Theresia “Oma” Treu, 86, of Berlin, WI. passed away at home on Saturday, October 11, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 20, 1938, in Karawukowo, Yugoslavia to the late Joseph and Theresia Trauth.
In 1956 along with her parents and siblings, she moved to the US, obtained her citizenship, something she was always proud of, and...
John K. Nettesheim
Oct 12, 2025
John K. Nettesheim, 70, passed away Sunday, October 12, 2025.
He was born June 26, 1955, in Milwaukee, son of the late Aelred and Catherine (Burns) Nettesheim.
Survivors include his wife, Gloria Nettesheim; children, Michelle (Garrett) Nettesheim, Joseph Nettesheim and Beth (Chris) Eckardt; granddaughter, Lorelei Eckardt.
Per John’s wishes no formal services will be held.
Randolph Clifford Swedeen
Oct 10, 2025
Randolph Clifford Swedeen, age 65, of Wausau, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025 at his home. He was born July 8, 1960, in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, son of the late Eugene and Linda Swedeen.
Randy was a lifelong brick layer, working for numerous construction companies. He enjoyed duck hunting and spending time with his family. Randy was a loving and caring dad...
Effie J. Schmidt
Oct 8, 2025
Effie J. Schmidt, 86, of Kronenwetter, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau.
She was born on July 22, 1939, in Cincinnati, Iowa, to the late William and Oral (McIntire) Ervin. Later she was united in marriage to Jerome Schmidt on July 4, 1959, in Killeen, Texas. Jerome preceded her in death in 2006. Effie...
Mary A. Jakel
Oct 6, 2025
Mary Agatha Kramer Jakel, Weston, went to eternal life Monday, October 6, 2025, under the care of Aspirus at Home Hospice at her home.
She was born Mary Agatha Kramer on January 26, 1938, to Harry and Anna Kramer, in Deerbrook. Mary attended Little Chicago Elementary School in Deerbrook, Holy Cross High School in Merrill and Antigo High School in Antigo....
Daphne Stolze
Sep 30, 2025
Daphne Stolze, 90, Wausau, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Wausau Manor, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born October 4, 1934 in Wausau, daughter of the late Homer and Norma (Broeker) Porter. On August 16, 1958, she married Karl W. Stolze at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, Wausau. He survives.
Daphne...
Lynn Elaine Lensmire
Sep 28, 2025
Lynn Lensmire was born in Wausau, Wisconsin, on September 5, 1941, to Gladys Rosentreter Manicke and Walter Manicke. She died with her husband John by her side on September 28, 2025.
Growing up, Lynn loved animals and the outdoors and she dreamt of being a teacher. She met John at the fair, where he was selling cheese as part of 4-H.
Lynn...
Arlan and Shirley Erickson
Sep 26, 2025
Arlan G. and Shirley L. Erickson, town of Wausau, both passed away due to a tragic car accident on Friday, September 26, 2025.
Arlan was born on November 16, 1942, in Wausau, to the late Herbert and LaVerne (Nienow) Erickson. He graduated from Wausau High School in 1960 and immediately after finishing school he enlisted in the U.S. Army National Guard...
Dennis G. Thomas
Sep 26, 2025
Dennis G. Thomas, 79, of Wausau, passed away Friday September 26, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born July 15, 1946 in Wausau, son of the late Herbert and Virginia Thomas. On July 30, 1966 he married Cassandra Williams at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Wausau. Dennis retired from the United State Army after serving 23 years, retiring as a Sergeant...
Kathleen "Kathy" Rae Gerard
Sep 20, 2025
Kathleen “Kathy” Gerard, 73, Wausau, died on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by her family. Kathy was born on April 29, 1953 to Milton and Rita Long in Wausau, Wisconsin, and lived in Wausau her entire life. She attended Wausau East High School, graduating in 1970. In 1991 she returned to school, earning an Associate Degree...
Dennis J. Sonnentag
Sep 17, 2025
Dennis Sonnentag, a lifelong resident of Edgar, WI passed away at his home just 3 days after celebrating his 80th birthday with family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marilyn (Schulz) Sonnentag (Edgar, WI); three daughters, Shellie Sonnentag (Brad Hompe, Stanley, WI), Angela Christianson (Andy Christianson, Stanley, WI), and Gina Knetter (Travis Knetter, Edgar, WI);...
Terry A. Hoffer
Sep 17, 2025
Terry A. Hoffer, 84, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, under the care of Interim Hospice at his home.
He was born September 4, 1941, in Wausau, son of the late Anton and Amanda (Gieb) Hoffer. On September 15, 1962, he married Charlene Mortensen at St. Mary Catholic Church in Wausau, and together they recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.
Terry built...
Darlene "Pinky" J. Balz
Sep 3, 2025
Darlene “Pinky” Joy Balz, 87, of Phillips, Wisconsin, and formerly of Athens, Wisconsin, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. She was born on January 9, 1938, to the late Denver and Edna (Schnelle) Ziegel in the town of Hamburg.
Darlene worked for Fromm Brothers, as a legal aid at a law firm, and then Employers Insurance...
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