Susan Stargardt

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 stage manager for numerous productions with Center Stage and the Mad Regal Dinner Theater. Beyond the stage, Susan was an avid traveler and enjoyed trips with her close circle of friends to cities such as Boston, New York, Washington, D.C., and New Orleans. She was also a devoted member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church.

Susan is survived by her sister, Carol (Tom) Hahn; nephews Todd (Heather) Hahn and their son, Alex; and Erik (Tessa) Hahn and their children, Elsie and Audie. She is further survived by many dear cousins and lifelong friends.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 25, 2025, at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau. Visitation will take place at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of service.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff of Pride TLC and St. Croix Hospice for the care and kindness.