Obituaries
Margaret Ruth Preisig
Jul 21, 2025
Margaret Ruth Preisig, age 97, of Mosinee, formerly of Wausau, moved on from Earth to join her late husband, Ben, in Heaven, on July 21st, 2025.
Margaret, known as Marge to her friends, was born in Wausau, WI on June 11, 1928 to Frank and Martha Ziech. Martha passed away shortly after Marge’s birth, leaving a large hole in the family....
Thomas Michael Trost
Jul 18, 2025
Thomas Michael Trost, born on December 31, 1950, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, peacefully passed away on July 18, 2025, in Wausau, Wisconsin. He lived a life full of kindness, laughter, and love, leaving behind a legacy that will forever warm the hearts of those who knew him.
He is survived by his sons, Justin Trost(Amy) and Zachary Trost(Nikki), His Grandchildren Jake,...
Philip G. Roth
Jul 18, 2025
Philip G Roth passed away on July 18, 2025, at the age of 68. He was born August 24, 1956, to George Jr and Regina (Budzynski) Roth in Wausau.
Phil led a simple life and somewhat stubbornly avoided computers, smartphones, credit cards and social gatherings. To him, a great day in his retired life was a morning coffee at the R-Store...
Susan Stargardt
Jul 18, 2025
Susan Stargardt, age 78, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, at Pride TLC.
Born in Wausau to Herbert and Emma Stargardt, Susan was raised in Athens, Wisconsin, before eventually settling in Wausau, where she spent the majority of her career with Wausau Insurance, later Liberty Insurance.
Susan was active in local theater. She found great fulfillment working as a...
Marcella E. Block
Jul 15, 2025
Marcella E Block, age 97, passed away on July 15, 2025, at Wausau Manor Nursing Home. Marcella was born on January 18, 1928, to Otto and Emilie (Krenz) Block, in Wausau, WI. Marcie loved her family and friends, and especially enjoyed golfing, curling, traveling, and playing cards.
Marcella was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings: Edward Block, Gregory...
John F. Writz
Jul 15, 2025
John Writz, age 95, of Wausau, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 15, surrounded by his loving family. They find comfort knowing that he is now at home with his Lord and Savior.
John was born the youngest of 14 children to Frank and Frances (Klovenski) Writz in Athens, WI on October 10, 1929. He attended St. Anthony’s...
Herbie Zahrt
Jul 14, 2025
Herbert "Herbie" Robert Zahrt, age 94, of Wausau, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, surrounded by love and lasting memories.
Born on June 9, 1931, to Emil and Esther (Strehlow) Zahrt. He dedicated 43 years of hard work to the Marmet Corporation and was a lifelong, faithful member of Zion Lutheran Church, where he served as an usher for many...
Rodney Kalenske
Jul 10, 2025
Rodney L. Kalenske, age 88, of Wausau, WI, passed away on July 10, 2025. At
He was born on December 11, 1936, in Merrill, WI, to Emmette and Elsie Kalenske. Rodney married the love of his life and fellow saxophone enthusiast, Florence "Flory" Saeger, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Merrill. Together, they shared 62 years of love and companionship before her...
Richard Davis Sr.
Jul 4, 2025
Richard E. Davis Sr, 93, of Wausau, passed away peacefully, July 4, 2025, at Wausau Manor Nursing Home.
He was born March 19, 1932 in the State Of New York. On August 4, 1951, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Dorothy J. Green, in Kansas City, KS, where they lived until 1967, before relocating to the...
Richard Partridge
Jun 26, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Partridge, who left us on June 26, 2025.
Richard was born on September 19, 1947 in Emporia, Kansas to the late Henry and Amy (Gaines) Partridge. A proud Navy veteran, Richard served his country honorably during the Vietnam War. His commitment to service extended beyond the battlefield; as a...
Charles W Fromfeld
Jun 22, 2025
Charles Fromfeld, age 87, passed away on June 22, 2025.
Charles was born in Merrill, WI to Fred and Tena Fromfeld. Charles married Joyce Fromfeld of Wausau, Wisconsin on June 4, 1977, at St. Stephens in Wausau WI. In his free time, he enjoyed going out to socialize at the local coffee shops, going for walks, mowing grass, and spending time...
Barbara Z Roberts
Jun 21, 2025
Barbara Z. Roberts died unexpectedly on June 21. She was born on August 20, 1924, in Oakland, California to Elizabeth and Herbert Leslie Zimmerman.
She was a daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother. She married Richard W. Roberts December 19, 1943. He preceded her in death as did her sisters Elizabeth Bosl, Marjorie Nixon, and Peggy Nigbor. She is survived by...
Eric W Knapp
Jun 19, 2025
Husband, father, brother, uncle, friend, and involved community member.
Eric died unexpectedly following an acute depressive episode that ended with his suicide on June 19, 2025. Eric was not historically a depressed person and his life is defined not by how it ended, but by his care and concern for others.
Eric was born to William and Eunice Knapp in Stevens Point,...
Anna M. Betts
Jun 18, 2025
Anna M. Betts, age 58, of Wausau passed away on June 18, 2025 at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation with her family by her side.
Anna was born on June 16, 1967 in Wausau to the late Kenneth and Stella (Sporisky) Peters. Anna met the love of her life, Eric Betts, at the High Roller Skating Rink. They were united in...
Joan Hack
Jun 17, 2025
Joan Hack, 86, of Wausau passed away on June 17, 2025. A private funeral will be held at a later date.
Dianne Sawlsville
Jun 10, 2025
Dianne Sawlsville, age 79, passed away on June 10, 2025.Dianne was born in Wausau, WI to Raymond and Elsie Klug. Dianne married Arvin Sawlsville of Mosinee, Wisconsin on August 14, 1965 at Trinity Lutheran Church, Wausau.She was preceded in death by her spouse; Arvin Sawlsville, her parents Raymond and Elsie Klug. As well as brothers and sisters in law; Judy...
Rosalie M Lineweaver
Jun 7, 2025
Rosalie M. Lineweaver, 92, of Mosinee, was sent to her eternal home on June 7, 2025.
Rosalie was born June 6, 1933, in Milwaukee, to the late Joseph Coushman and Irene (Zweck) Balz. A strong-willed and independent woman, Rosalie dedicated her life to her family and her work at Wausau Hospital. Known for her incredible work ethic and nurturing spirit, she...
Debra Holster
Jun 6, 2025
Deb was born in Indiana to Pete and Lorraine Holster. As the daughter of a construction supervisor, her family moved often throughout her childhood, but Wisconsin was always considered home.
She shared many years with her life partner, Barry (Razz) Gardner, whom she met at a young age. Together, they raised two beautiful children, Lorraine and Shane. Deb and Barry spent...
Jerome "Jerry" Prahl
Jun 6, 2025
Jerome “Jerry” Prahl, age 72, of Wausau passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital with his family by his side.
Jerry was born on September 18, 1952, in Wausau, the first born of seven kids blessed to Norman and Adeline (Traska) Prahl. He grew up on the family farm in the Town of Wausau, where he developed...
Helen Elizabeth Splitt
Jun 5, 2025
Helen Elizabeth Splitt, 89, passed away on June 5, 2025, at Mountain Terrace Senior Living in Wausau, Wisconsin. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 426 Washington Street, Wausau. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until the time of service.
Helen was born February 21, 1936, in Wausau...
