Susan J. Gauger

Susan J. Gauger, 67, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at Waterfall Health of Wausau.

She was born on April 27, 1955 in Wausau to the late Sam and Sue (Dereemer) Davis.  Susan grew up in Wausau and graduated from D.C. Everest High School with the class of 1973.  Susan will be remembered as very personable, able to connect with people, and always willing to lend a hand no matter what the situation was.  In her spare time Susan loved hanging out with her friends, the outdoors, camping, and travel.  She had a love for animals especially of Collies.  Susan also appreciated classic cars and loved driving her 1978 Trans Am.  She worked for over ten years at Lemke Cheese.

Survivors include her son, Darren Gauger (Khalil Gillis) of Wausau; sister, Carol Nelson of Rio; and nieces, Tammy Dawson (Shawn Brown) of Madison, Connie (Todd) Anderson of Madison, and Stacy (Clint) Gilmore of Indianapolis, Indiana.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Sue Davis; and brother-in-law, Dave Nelson.

A celebration of life will take place on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at Sconni’s Alehouse and Eatery, 1239 Schofield Avenue, Schofield, beginning at 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.  Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.