Darrin “DB” Brown, 50, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2019, two days after celebrating his 50th birthday with his friends and family. Darrin battled with an aggressive Glioblastoma brain tumor for 15 months and died peacefully surrounded by family at the Aspirus Hospice House. Darrin was born in Antigo, on May 10, 1969, to Mary (Zima) and Tracy Brown Sr. After graduating from high school, Darrin went on to further studies at the technical college. He then developed...

Rose Mary (Esker) Wichman, 74, of Wausau, passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, May 10, 2019, at Aspirus Hospice House.  She was born in Wausau on November 28, 1944, the daughter of the late Zygmund and Evelyn (Senoracke) Esker. On July 4, 1964, Rose was united in marriage to Robert Wayne (Bob) Wichman at St. Florian’s Catholic Church in Hatley, Wis. He survives.  Rose enjoyed gardening and decorating their home for every holiday. She had very strong faith and was...

Donna Mae Krieg, 78, of Wausau, went home to her Heavenly Father on Thursday, May 9.  She was born March 4,1941 in Wausau, daughter of the late Ralph and Gladys Bettin.  She married Andrew Krieg on March 18,1978.  She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.  Donna was a dedicated educator starting her teaching career at St. Anne’s Parochial School followed by 28 years in the Wausau School District.  She loved spending time with her family and...

Gary A. Albright, 76, of Kronenwetter, passed away on Wednesday, May 8, 2019, at Ascension St. Clare Hospital. Gary was born in Wausau on June 17, 1942, to the late Leo and Helen (Plautz) Albright. He married the love of his life, Phyllis Hannemann, on October 1, 1966. Together they raised three wonderful children, Daniel, Mark and Chari. After graduating from Wausau East High School, Gary went on to gain two more years of technical education before going to work for GTE Company; where he...

Adele Ruth Naef, 94, died on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at Good Shepherd Nursing Home in Seymour, Wisconsin.  She was born on January 29th, 1925 to Otto and Anna (Kaatz) Naef near Wausau, Wisconsin. In 1949, she entered the ministry and gave her life for 56 years, sharing the gospel story in North Carolina, Ohio, West Virginia, Missouri, Louisiana, Minnesota, and Wisconsin.  Due to health limitations, she then resided with family until entering Good Shepherd in 2016. She is survived...

Gary L. Lueck, 73, of Birnamwood, passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at his home. Gary was born in Wausau on February 10, 1946 to the late Merlin and Myrtle (Mearek) Lueck.  After receiving his diploma, he went on to get his bachelor’s degree in accounting from UW-Whitewater. In his younger years, Gary was an avid hunter and fisherman.  He enjoyed bowling, reading, and had a great interest in collectible firearms and glass bottles. Those who knew Gary, knew how he loved...

Beloved daughter, Topanga Rae LaVake, 17, died on April 30, 2019 due to a tragic car accident. She was born on July 27, 2001 to the parents, Michelle Kannenberg and Eric LaVake in Wausau.  Topanga was to graduate this year from the NTC Alternative High School in Wausau and then in the fall continue her education to become a CNA.  Topanga enjoyed spending time with friends, fishing, going up North, and shopping for clothes and shoes.  She loved animals and helping...

Elaine Selma Schroeder, 86, Wausau, died Monday, April 29, 2019 at Wausau Manor under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. Elaine was born October 7, 1932 on the family farm in Mosinee to the late Martin and Selma (Stensburg) Sparby.  She proudly graduated from Mosinee High School in 1950 and later married Alan Schroeder on November 29, 1958 in Pine City, MN.  The couple was blessed with two children: Linda and Mark.  Elaine helped to support her family...

Bert Roman Pieper III, 65, of Wausau, made his journey home on Monday, April 29, 2019, at St. Clare’s Hospital in Weston. Bert was born in Wausau to the late Berthold and Ethel (Sanders) Pieper on July 25, 1953. After completing high school, Bert went on to complete his journeyman, and was employed as an Industrial Project Manager at Miron Construction. On September 9, 1989 Bert married the love of his life, Linda Beese. Together, they created a love story with 30 adventurous...

Fred J. Kroll Jr. met his eternal Father on Sunday, April 28, 2019.  He was born on December 4, 1933 in Maple Park, Illinois.  His family moved to Delevan, WI where as a young adult, he served on the town board as an Alderman.  He was also a long-time member of the Masonic Temple, marking his membership of over 60 years.  He served our country via the Army from 1953-1955.  Fred was a social man, enjoyed talking with friends, fishing, going to church and having his...