Obituaries
Darlene Yolitz
Feb 3, 2025
Darlene Ann (Kromrei) Yolitz, 90, of Wausau, WI passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at Rennes Health & Rehab Center-Weston under the care of Compassus Hospice Care.
Darlene was born May 27, 1934, in Wausau, WI to the late Theodore and Margaret (Damrow) Kromrei. Darlene graduated from Wausau High in 1952 and worked part-time while in high school at Kresge's. After...
Katherine K. Bittner
Jan 30, 2025
Katherine "Kathi" Kay Bittner (Kluetz) of Wausau, died on Thursday, January 30th at her home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice after a courageous battle with cancer, at the age of 74.
She was born to the late Clarence and Ruth (Mathwich) Kluetz on April 8, 1950, in Wausau.
Kathi attended Grant Elementary, John Muir Junior High and graduated...
Clara Robl
Jan 29, 2025
Clara Amanda Robl, beloved homemaker and cherished member of the Wausau community, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2025, at the age of 82. Clara was born on January 6, 1942, in Wisconsin and spent her life nurturing her family and home.
She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Patricia (Jim) Hubing and Gail Wickman-Reiter, and her son, Orville (Janet)...
Robert Douglas Patnaude
Jan 29, 2025
Robert “Bob” Patnaude passed in peace at his home on January 29, 2025, at the age of 77.
Bob was born September 7, 1947, in International Falls, MN – the icebox of the US. A true kid from the wrong side of the tracks, he was beyond proud to be from the Carson Lupie neighborhood and a Bronco through and through....
Michael A. Drews
Jan 25, 2025
Michael A. Drews, 73, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on January 25, 2025, following a courageous 15-month battle with lung cancer. Mike was born on June 7, 1951, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late Robert and Ella (Moiser) Drews. He graduated from Wausau Senior High School in 1969. During his high school years, he met...
Glen Opichka
Jan 24, 2025
Glen Opichka, 81, of Kronenwetter, WI, passed away peacefully at the Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau, surrounded by his wife and two daughters, on January 24, 2025.
Glen was born on April 8, 1943, in Wausau, WI, son of the late Genevieve (Stencil) and Clarence Opichka. He married Marlene Kort on December 19, 1970, in Rothchild and went on to have...
Charles Plier
Jan 21, 2025
Charles Norvan Plier
May 15, 1942 – January 21, 2025
Charles “Chuck” Plier, 82, Wausau, WI, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025 surrounded by his devoted and loving family. Chuck was born on May 15, 1942 in Wausau to Norvan and Winifred Plier. Chuck recently celebrated his 64th wedding anniversary with the love of his life, Maxine (Dallman) Plier.
After many years in...
Susann Geraldine Spranger
Jan 18, 2025
Susann "Sue" (Krolikowski) Spranger, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center after a brief battle with cancer.
Born on March 26, 1954, in Wausau, WI, to the late Geraldine (Kiedrowski) and Raymond Krolikowski. Sue embraced life with creativity, warmth, and an adventurous spirit. She married James Spranger on October 30, 1976, at Holy...
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...
