Obituaries

Thomas L. Kittel

Thomas L. Kittel

Dec 22, 2023

Thomas L. Kittel, 70,  passed away on Thursday, December 22, 2023 in Cadott, WI.

He was born in Wausau, WI on June 17, 1953, to the late Walter and Marie (Pietrowski) Kittel. He loved animals and babies and his face lit up with a smile. He was a very gentle soul and had an infectious laugh. 

He is survived by his siblings,...

Christine M. Cagle

Christine M. Cagle

Dec 17, 2023

Christine Cagle (Goetsch) of Wausau, passed away in her home on December 17, 2023, at the age of 37. Christine had a love for animals and her son Aiden. She enjoyed vacationing and getting out of town, to warmer climates, when she could.

She is survived by her son, Aiden Flynn; her father, Rick Goetsch; her mother, Lynda Ziner; her...

Marion Martha Madden

Marion Martha Madden

Dec 17, 2023

Marion Martha Madden, 98, of Wausau passed away peacefully at Our House Senior Living in Wausau on Saturday, December 16, 2023. Marion was born on March 17, 1925 to Richard and Nettie Leffel. She graduated from Wausau High School and attended First English Lutheran Church for many years. She married Lloyd Madden on May 14, 1949 after he returned from the...

Roslynn Zahrt

Roslynn Zahrt

Dec 12, 2023

 

Roslynn “Rosie” Zahrt, 72, of Town of Easton, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on December 12, 2023.

 She was born Oct. 25th, 1951, in Wausau to the late Roland and Leone (Wenzel) Schultz. Roslynn married Roger Zahrt on May 6th, 1972. They celebrated their 51st Wedding Anniversary in 2023.

 Roslynn was a devoted wife,...

Donald "Pete" Schwede

Donald "Pete" Schwede

Dec 6, 2023

 

Donald W. "Pete" Schwede, 85, of New Berlin and formerly of Wausau, passed away peacefully in Milwaukee on December 6, 2023.

 

Pete was born on February 7, 1938, in Wausau, Wisconsin, son of the late Charles and Mayme (Kittel) Schwede. He enlisted in the U.S. Army serving during the Berlin Crisis and was later honorably discharged. He married...

Janice Ann Knutson

Janice Ann Knutson

Dec 3, 2023

It is with heavy hearts to announce Janice Ann Knutson passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Sunday, December 3, 2023; she was 86 years old. She was born in Marshfield, WI on September 17, 1937. Her parents were Emery and Marcella Peterson.

Janice grew up in Marshfield, living on a farm, until she graduated from high school....

Edward "Toby" Coldwell

Edward "Toby" Coldwell

Nov 25, 2023

 

Edward "Toby" Coldwell, 88, of Wausau, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023.Toby was born in Wisconsin Rapids on May 29, 1935, the son of Frank and Gertrude Coldwell.  

He grew up in Port Edwards where he attended both the grade school and high school, where he played Varsity basketball and football.  Toby graduated from high school in...

Dale Fredrick Heise

Dale Fredrick Heise

Nov 25, 2023

It is with heavy hearts; we share the passing of Dale Heise.  Dale was a husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle, and a friend to everyone he met.  There’s not a person that doesn’t say, “I remember Dale Heise.” And then proceed to share a memory and story to go along with it.

 

Dale F. Heise, 86, of Wausau, passed...

LaVon M. Kerchefski

LaVon M. Kerchefski

Nov 23, 2023

LaVon Kerchefski, age 57, passed away on November 23, 2023 at her Home in Weston, Wisconsin surrounded by her loving family. 

LaVon was born in Madison, WI to Edwin and Leta (SummerFeldt) Lee. Lavon got her degree in Accounting in 2011. She worked in retail for many years before she became disabled due to medical complications. Lavon was very family...

Scott Allan Landrath

Scott Allan Landrath

Nov 23, 2023

Scott A. Landrath, 53, of Oconomowoc, passed away suddenly, on Thursday, November 23, 2023, from natural causes. 

Scott was born in Wausau to Bev (Ryczek) Landrath and the late Vern Landrath on February 25, 1970.  He graduated from Wausau West High School in 1988 and then graduated from North Central Technical College.  He was employed by The Town of Brookfield...

Edna Emily Heckendorf

Edna Emily Heckendorf

Nov 21, 2023

Edna Emily Heckendorf (Krause), passed away peacefully on November 21, 2023, at the age of 89. She was born on January 21, 1934, in Merrill, WI, the daughter of the late Charles and Emma Krause. Edna spent her life devoted to her family, working tirelessly as a laborer and cashier in the packaging industry to provide for her children.

Growing...

Darren Christopher Greenwood

Darren Christopher Greenwood

Nov 21, 2023

 

The Soul and Spirit Energy Force of Darren Christopher Greenwood graduated and left his body at the Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau, Wisconsin on his 55th birthday on November 21, 2023, after his long battle with cancer.  He and his family want to thank all of the dedicated Hospice staff and supporters for their wonderful loving care and assistance,...

Ronald Joseph Weber

Ronald Joseph Weber

Nov 15, 2023

 

Ronald Joseph Weber (Ron) passed away on November 15, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born on March 10, 1936, in Michigan to the late Walter and Mary Weber. Ron peacefully left this world at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin, surrounded by his wife, Nina, and children.

Ron led a fulfilling life enriched by his passions and...

Bernice L. Kickbusch

Bernice L. Kickbusch

Nov 15, 2023

 

Bernice Laura Kickbusch, 92, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, at her residence in Schofield, WI. She was born on April 19, 1931, in Wausau, WI, to her parents Anthony and Genovive (Kuklinski) Stankowski. 

Bernice will forever be remembered as a devoted wife to her loving husband, Arthur Kickbusch who she...

Elroy M. Ruechel

Elroy M. Ruechel

Nov 15, 2023

 

With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Elroy Michael Ruechel, a compassionate and dedicated individual who brought joy to the lives of those around him. Elroy peacefully left this world on November 15, 2023, in his hometown of Wausau, WI, at the age of 90.

Elroy was born on May 25, 1933, in Wausau, WI,...

Leon D Wienke

Leon D Wienke

Nov 14, 2023

 

Leon Dennis Wienke, passed away on November 14, 2023, at the age of 67. He was born in Wausau, WI on March 28, 1956, to his late parents, Martin and Margareta Wienke. Leon resided in Tripoli, WI until his passing.

Leon took pleasure in the simple joys of life.  He had a passion for hunting, fishing and playing cards....

Gerald Albert Erdmann

Gerald Albert Erdmann

Nov 13, 2023

Gerald Erdmann went to his Lord and Savior on November 13 at home. He was born August 28, 1936, on the family farm in the town of Stettin to Albert and Alice (Wendorf) Erdmann. He married Beverly Radke December 22, 1956, at Trinity Lutheran Church of Wausau, where he was an active member for 64 years. Gerald worked for Radke...

Doyonis "Dodie" Egan

Doyonis "Dodie" Egan

Nov 10, 2023

Doyonis (Dodie) June Egan (nee Goetsch) of Wausau passed away on November 10, 2023 at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.   Dodie was 95 years old.

She was born on August 17, 1928 in Town of Maine, Lincoln County, Wisconsin to the late Arnold and Mabel (nee Smith) Goetsch.  A graduate of Wausau High School, she then was employed by Employers...

Eugene "Red" Wallace Hauer

Eugene "Red" Wallace Hauer

Nov 9, 2023

Eugene Hauer, 91, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 9, 2023. 

He was born February 8, 1932, in Wausau, to the late John and Anna (Conrad) Hauer. After graduating, Eugene joined the National Guard and served for over 30 years.  He valued serving his county the achieved the rank of Sergeant. He fell in love with Barbara Schave ...

Robert Allen Sessions

Robert Allen Sessions

Nov 5, 2023

Robert Allen Sessions, 93, of Athens, WI passed away on November 5, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. 

He was born August 24, 1930 in Waukegan, IL , the son of the late Calder and Mildred (Brownell) Sessions.

On January 5, 1952 he was united in marriage to Ida Olson in Fairchild,...

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