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.
Kenneth G. Bauer
Dec 3, 2025
Kenneth Gary Bauer, 85, passed away Wednesday, December 3, 2025. He passed peacefully surrounded by family under the care of Aspirus Hospice and Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation.
Ken was born on February 10, 1940 in Fond Du Lac, WI to the late Theodore and Irene (Schmidt) Bauer.
Ken left high school to pursue his love of Carpentry and help support his...
Jeanette Marie Havlovick
Dec 5, 2025
Jeanette M. Havlovick, 79, Wausau, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Friday, December 5, 2025 at Wood Aven Health and Rehab in Wausau, under the care of Compassus Hospice.
She was born October 19, 1946 in Wausau, daughter of the late Joseph and Irene (Leffel) Havlovick.
Jeanette loved her time spent at Wood Aven where she enjoyed participating in...
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...
Gerard "Gary" A. Bargender
Dec 4, 2025
Gerard A. “Gary” Bargender, 72, town of Cassel, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, December 4, 2025, while under the care of Compassus Hospice at House of the Dove, Marshfield.
Gary was born on July 18, 1953, in Wausau, son of the late Andrew and Edna (Wilde) Bargender. After Sacred Heart Catholic School, he attended Edgar High School, was...
Scott J. Bickler
Dec 3, 2025
Scott J. Bickler, 72, Wausau died Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at his home while under the care of Compassus Hospice.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 3, 2026 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Wausau. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services all at the church. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Wausau...
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...
Thomas P. Seidl
Dec 7, 2025
Thomas P. Seidl, “Big Tom,” of Medford passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born April 12, 1950 in Marshfield, son of the late Paul and Lita (Polster) Seidl. On June 1, 1973, he married Kathleen Potaczek in Medford.
For many years, Tom logged millions of accident-free miles as a proud “super trucker.” On weekends,...
Gary Kittel
Nov 30, 2025
Gary Kittel, 68, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born on August 8, 1957, in Wausau, to the late Walter and Marie (Petrowski) Kittel. Gary was united in marriage to Beth Gebhardt in Wausau on August 6, 1988. For many years Gary worked at PDM Bridge and later, Veritas Steel, in Wausau.
Much...
Lisa M. Landowski
Nov 29, 2025
Lisa M. Landowski, 58, passed away Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born August 27, 1967, in Wausau, daughter of the late Elroy and Gladys (Hornung) Busko. On August 27, 2008, she married Jeffrey Landowski in Marathon County.
Lisa worked at Fiskars and later with SNE. She also spent several years as a bartender, a job she truly...
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...
Dale D. Wendorf
Nov 27, 2025
Dale D. Wendorf, 94, Marathon, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 27, 2025 at the Meadows of Marathon, under the care of Heartland Hospice.
He was born March 30, 1931 in Milwaukee and raised in Butler, WI, son of the late Leo and Elinor (Springer) Wendorf. Dale met Ann Kujawa at a Valentine’s Day dance and were married on February 27,...
Wilbert Leonard Bantes
Nov 27, 2025
Wilbert Leonard Bantes, 98, Wausau, died November 27, 2025 under the care of the attentive staff at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born September 10, 1927 in the town of Cassel, son of the late Joseph and Mary Bantes. On June 28, 1958, he married Rose Ann Joswiak at St. John Catholic Church, Edgar.
Wilbert attended school in Edgar, worked on the...
Robert "Bob" B. Millard
Nov 25, 2025
Robert “Bob” B. Millard, 43, Wausau, died Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
He was born January 27, 1982 in Wausau, son of the late Dale and Donna (Pollack) Millard.
He is survived by his two children, Zachary and Jackson; and other relatives.
No public services will be held.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
Kathleen "Kathy" A. Boehm
Nov 22, 2025
Kathleen A. “Kathy” Boehm, 73, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation in Wausau, while under the care of Compassus Hospice.
Kathy was born on September 8th, 1952, in Schofield. Daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Pallman) Ferge. She married the love of her life Steven “Steve” Boehm on September 9th,...
Marcey L. Nowak
Nov 21, 2025
Marcey L. Nowak, 68, of Wausau, WI passed away peacefully on Friday, November 21, 2025, after fighting a courageous battle of cancer and dementia at her home, while under the care of Aspirus at Home Hospice.
Marcey was born in Wausau, WI on April 30, 1957, to the late Robert and Marsha (Mohr) Nitzsche.
While attending Wausau East High School, she became...
David L. Writz
Nov 21, 2025
David L. Writz, 73, of Athens, passed away at his home on Friday, November 21, 2025.
He was born on May 5, 1952, in Wausau, to the late Lawrence and Kathleen (Cooper) Writz. David was united in marriage to Vickie David on October 3, 1970, at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Athens.
Shortly after high school David began working for Marathon Electric...
Arden "Ardie" A. Esslinger
Nov 19, 2025
Arden “Ardie” A. Esslinger, 66, Athens, passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston.
He was born November 26, 1958, in Portage, son of the late William and Marilyn (Hoefle) Esslinger. On April 16, 1980, he married Juanita “Tina” Nieto in California.
Ardie proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps after high school. Ardie worked 38...
Barbara Lee "Judy" Kramer
Nov 19, 2025
Barbara Lee "Judy" Kramer was born on August 7, 1939, and entered into everlasting life on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 86. The youngest of ten children, Judy grew up in Menominee, Michigan. She married Michael Kramer in August of 1959, and, after living along the East Coast, they returned to the Midwest moving to Wausau, Wisconsin...
Lois A. Balz
Nov 18, 2025
Lois A. Balz, 91, of Athens, WI, passed away peacefully with family by her side on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
She was born on April 6, 1934, in the town of Hamburg, WI, to the late Denver and Edna (Schnelle) Ziegel. On August 30, 1952, she married Harold Balz at Salem Lutheran Church, town of Hamburg. Lois...
Donald "Don" Paul Schewe
Nov 17, 2025
Donald “Don” P. Schewe, 78, town of Stettin, passed away on Monday, November 17, 2025 at his home.
Born July 19, 1947 in Wausau to the late Arthur and Grace (Hoppe) Schewe, Don built a life rooted in family, service, and a deep love for the outdoors. On August 1, 1970, he married Marlene W. Kordus at St. Stephen Lutheran Church...
