Obituaries
Charles Newby
Jan 10, 2025
Charles Rudolph Newby, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was called home to Heaven on January 10, 2025, at the age of 83. He was born on September 14, 1941, in Stevens Point to Howard and Lynndred (nee: Pederson) Newby. He was baptized into the Christian faith on October 19, 1941. He later confirmed his faith in Jesus Christ at...
Elfriede Breckner
Jan 9, 2025
Elfi Breckner passed away peacefully on January 9, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on September 19, 1927, in Waldkirchen, Germany, she was a remarkable woman whose life was characterized by her unwavering dedication to family, her love for baking, and her passion for reading and gardening.
Elfi married Egon Breckner in 1947 in Deggendorf, Germany, and together they built...
Diane I. Ruether
Jan 3, 2025
Diane I. Ruether, age 76, of Rothschild, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025. Diane was born on September 22, 1948, in Dancy, WI, to the late Ewald and Viola (Kummer) Miller Sr. She was raised on her family farm in Stratford and graduated from Stratford High School in 1966.
Following high school, Diane began her career at Wausau Insurance...
Tini Westerdyk
Dec 26, 2024
Tini Westerdyk, 91, of Wausau passed away on Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Rennes Health and Rehab.
Tini was born in The Netherlands on December 21, 1933 to Leonardus and Tryntje (Dekker) Brinksma. Tini married Herman Weserdyk on March 3, 1955 in The Netherlands. A few years later, in 1957, they made the journey to the United States, and to Wisconsin....
Shirley L Uekert
Dec 21, 2024
Shirley L. Uekert, a vibrant soul with a big heart, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and a life well-lived. Born on October 17, 1932, Shirley was the youngest of five children of Emil and Martha (Kufahl) Bauman. She grew up in Wausau, fondly remembering walking the railroad trestles to school, sneaking rejected ice cream treats from...
James Joseph Spranger
Dec 19, 2024
James (Jim) Spranger, 72, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2024, at Rennes Health & Rehab Center in Weston, WI.
Born on December 8, 1952, in Wausau, Wisconsin, Jim was the son of the late John and Lenora (Casetta) Spranger. He married Susann Krolikowski on October 30, 1976, at Holy Name of Jesus Parish, and together they built a life rooted...
Sandra Hass
Dec 15, 2024
Sandy, aged 66, passed away on December 15, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau hospital with her devoted sister (Debra) by her side.
She was a foodie who enjoyed watching movies, camping, and her dogs.
Sandy leaves behind her sisters: Lisa, Angie, and Debra; daughters: Tricia (Jeff), Amanda, and Maggie (Greg); grandchildren: Neo, Brianna, Loki, Reagan, Alaric, Madrox, and Serenity; dog: Jake; and many...
Beverly Spulak
Dec 14, 2024
Beverly Spulak, age 98, passed away on December 14, 2024.
Beverly was born in Wausau, WI to Howard Lillie and Agnes Lillie. Beverly married Stanley Spulak. She enjoyed puzzles, crocheting, and enjoyed raising her 10 children. She especially enjoyed spending time with Her family and Friend and will be missed by all that knew her.
A private service will be held on...
Beverly Baumann
Dec 14, 2024
Beverly A. Baumann, age 77, passed away on December 14, 2024, at Mount View Care Center in Wausau.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday December 26, 2024, at 11:00 AM at Helke Funeral Home (302 Spruce Street) Rev. James Mayland will officiate. Visitation will be held on Thursday December 26, 2024, from 9:00 AM until the time of services at...
Robert Hrebik
Dec 13, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Brian Hrebik "Robb", a beloved friend and family member, who left us on December 13, 2024, at the age of 57. Rob was born on May 20, 1967, in California, and spent much of his life in Wausau, Wisconsin.
Robb was known for his warm heart and quick smile....
Joyce Knapp
Dec 8, 2024
Joyce Knapp, age 97 passed away peacefully at home on December 8th. Joyce was born in Wausau in 1927 to Art Meuret and Emma (Janke) Meuret. She was the 5th of 10 children.
Joyce worked for 45 years as a clerk at Rib Mountain Hardware. She is remembered fondly by her former customers for her friendliness and in-depth knowledge of anything...
Lorraine M. Grebe
Dec 2, 2024
Lorraine Mary Grebe, age 90, of Wausau, passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 2, 2024, at Rennes Nursing Home in Weston.
She was born April 3, 1934, daughter of William Sr. and Mary (Richter) Kohn, on the family dairy farm in the town of Stettin, right down from the hill known as “Steepy.”
After...
Joel Koshalek
Dec 2, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joel James Koshalek, who left us unexpectedly on December 2, 2024, at the age of 53. Born on May 5, 1971, in Wausau, Wisconsin, Joel spent his life surrounded by the warmth of family and friends in Mosinee, Wisconsin.
Joel spent the last twenty years as an assembler at Greenheck...
James Kester
Nov 25, 2024
James W. Kester, 60, of Mosinee passed away on November 25th, 2024, with his children by his side.
He was born on March 12th, 1964, to Diane and William (Bill) Kester in Plymouth, Wisconsin.
Jim moved to the Mosinee/Wausau area to raise his family while he worked at Yaeger's Auto Salvage for 17 plus years. Later in life he changed his career...
Tamara Vonheeder
Nov 23, 2024
In Loving Memory
Tamara Nadine (Thompson) Vonheeder was born on March 14th, 1965, in Portland, Oregon to Patricia Mcgee & Kermit Thompson. She is one of 5 children & was a twin. Tammy was raised in a big city and moved to Wausau, WI 20 years ago.
When she moved to Wausau she met a great guy, Hector Vonheeder. They were very...
Jean Rhyner
Nov 23, 2024
Jean Rhyner, 87, was called to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 23, 2024.
She was born to Harold and Anna (Oilschlager) Dailey on June 29, 1937, in Port Edwards, WI. Jean was grounded in her Christian faith at an early age and that carried throughout her entire life.
She married Raymond Rhyner on October 13, 1956, and together they raised two...
Gerald D. Viste
Nov 21, 2024
Gerald (Jerry) Delmar Viste died peacefully at his home in Wausau, Wisconsin on Thursday, November 21, 2024. He was 101.
He was born on March 29, 1923, in rural Benton County, Minnesota to Mildred E. (Schwartz) and Martin N. Viste.
After graduating from Foley, Minnesota High School in 1940, he was admitted to Harvard College in Cambridge, Mass. Service in the Army...
Todd Feck
Nov 19, 2024
Todd Vern Feck passed away unexpectedly on November 19, 2024. Born on April 30, 1963, in Wausau, WI, Todd leaves behind a legacy of dedication, creativity, and love.
Throughout his life, Todd was known for his passion for music, antique cars, and his unwavering support for the Green Bay Packers. Todd loved to travel, with his most memorable being Duluth, Minnesota,...
Lyle J. Freiberg
Nov 12, 2024
Lyle Freiberg, age 77, passed away peacefully with family by his side on November 12, 2024, after a nine-year fight against cancer stemming from exposure to Agent Orange.
Lyle was born July 5th, 1947, in Wausau, WI to Norman and Marion Freiberg. Lyle married Darlene Yustus on September 6, 1980 in San Diego, CA. In April of 1983 they welcomed their...
Dylan Thielen
Nov 11, 2024
Dylan Diedrich Joseph Thielen, aged 41, passed away unexpectedly 11/11/2024 at home in Wausau, Wi. He was born 1/23/1983 in Racine, Wi where he spent the first part of his life. Dylan then moved to central Wi where he was reunited with a childhood friend Jessica Spaulding where they fell in love and had their son Kaydin together.
Dylan was known...
