Obituaries

Dawn Marie Borth (nee French)

Dawn Marie Borth (nee French)

Feb 13, 2025

Dawn Marie Borth peacefully passed away to be with the Lord on February 13, 2025. She had valiantly fought a battle with progressive Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for over 40 years that slowly took away her mobility and finally her life.

Dawn was born on December 30, 1954, in Baraboo, WI, to the late William and Edna French. The family eventually moved...

Marcella Ann Kuehl

Marcella Ann Kuehl

Apr 18, 2025

Marcella “Maisie” Ann Kuehl (Mesalk) passed away peacefully at her home in Wausau, Wisconsin, on April 18, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on February 20th, 1932, and raised in Wausau, she remained deeply rooted in her hometown throughout her entire life.

Marcella was the beloved wife of Percy Kuehl and a devoted mother to Scott and Pamela Kuehl. She...

Joanne Zahn

Joanne Zahn

Apr 18, 2025

Joanne (Kopplin) Zahn, age 89, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Wausau Manor on April 18, 2025.

Joanne was born on July 27, 1935, to Irma and Franklin Kopplin in the town of Stettin, where she was raised and attended school. She met Charles Zahn, and they were united in marriage on June 9, 1956. They lived in the town...

Pearl Sekorski

Pearl Sekorski

Apr 15, 2025

Pearl Jeanette Sekorski (Brandt) passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, April 15th, 2025 at Rennes Health and Rehab Center surrounded by her children. When thinking of a way to describe her, the only words that come to mind are angel on earth. She may have been quiet, but her heart always spoke the loudest. To have Pearl in your life, meant...

Gregory S. Wegner

Gregory S. Wegner

Apr 13, 2025

Gregory S. Wegner, age 76, passed away at his home in Wausau, Wisconsin, on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Greg was born on June 25, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Robert and Vivienne (Granzow) Wegner. He graduated from Oswego High School and later attended Northern IL University. A proud patriot, Greg enlisted in the United States Navy and served honorably.

Greg was an...

Howie Griffin

Howie Griffin

Apr 11, 2025

Howard (Howie) Griffin, age 77 of Kronenwetter, WI was called up to his Lord and passed away peacefully on Friday April 11th at Aspirus Palliative Care in Wausau. 

Howie was born on August 23rd, 1947, in Tomah, WI to parents, Roland and Leola Griffin. Howie loved spending time with his wife, daughter, grandchildren, and family. He also loved fishing, golfing, playing...

Inez Peterson

Inez Peterson

Apr 8, 2025

Inez E. Peterson, age 97, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 9, 2025, at Rennes Health & Rehab Center.

Inez was born on December 30, 1927, in Naugart, Wisconsin, to the late Martin and Frances (Fehlhaber) Jehn. A graduate of Wausau High School, she dedicated many years to a career in banking, retiring from M&I Bank in 1992. Inez...

Tiffany Lynn Donahue

Tiffany Lynn Donahue

Apr 8, 2025

Tiffany Lynn Donahue, of Edgar, passed away too soon at the age of 35 on April 8, 2025.

Tiffany was born February 22, 1990, to parents Joel and Laura Rothmeyer. She loved all animals, specifically horses and dolphins. She enjoyed the outdoors but especially loved camping and looking for deer. She also liked doing small crafts like diamond art and puzzles....

Robert Love, Jr.

Robert Love, Jr.

Apr 3, 2025

A celebration of life will be on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm at Helke Funeral Home in Wausau for Robert "Bob" A. Love, Jr., age 66, who passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Inurnment will be at Big Hill Cemetery in Taegesville.

Robert "Bob" was born on September 8, 1958, in...

Nancy Ann Krahn

Nancy Ann Krahn

Apr 3, 2025

Nancy Ann Krahn, age 89, of Wausau, WI, peacefully passed away on April 3, 2025, surrounded by family at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation, under the care of Compassus Hospice Services.

Nancy was born to George and Marjorie (Hunziker) Wohlfahrt on September 16, 1935. She grew up in Wausau and graduated from Wausau High School in 1953. Five years later, on...

Judith Ann Kufahl

Judith Ann Kufahl

Apr 2, 2025

Judith Ann Kufahl, 79, of Wausau was called to her rest in Jesus’ arms on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

Judy was born to Reuben and Mildred (Maaser) Schult on August 28, 1945, was baptized into Christ on September 23, 1945, and confirmed in the faith...

Theresa M. (Sekorski) Habeck

Theresa M. (Sekorski) Habeck

Apr 2, 2025

Services will be at a later date for Theresa M. (Sekorski) Habeck who passed away, Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at Mount View Nursing Home in Wausau.

Theresa Habeck was born on July 23, 1962 in Wausau, WI to Paul and Margaret (Seubert) Sekorski. She graduated in 1980 from Edgar High School. Theresa was united in marriage to Gary Habeck on July...

Sandra Ellen Gronski

Sandra Ellen Gronski

Mar 28, 2025

Sandra Ellen Gronski (Meddaugh), 58, of Mosinee, passed away March 28, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Sandy was born in Illinois to parents Robert and Lois Meddaugh. She married James Gronski in Wisconsin Rapids on March 23, 1990. They just celebrated their 35 years together. She was a stay-at-home mom and worked at a few different jobs throughout her life. Sandy...

Donald P. Guillaume

Donald P. Guillaume

Mar 27, 2025

Donald Phillip Guillaume, born on July 6, 1938, in Moon, Wisconsin, to Helen and William Guillaume, passed away peacefully leaving behind a rich legacy of love and hard work. He was raised on a farm as part of a large Catholic family, fostering strong values that stayed with him throughout his life. 

Don attended Mosinee High School and continued his life’s...

Judy Marie Pauls

Judy Marie Pauls

Mar 19, 2025

Judy Pauls, age 72, of Wausau, passed away with her family by her side on March 19th, 2025 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

A memorial visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 25th from 11:00 AM -12:00 PM, with a time of sharing, at Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce Street, Wausau.

Judy was born on October 10, 1952, to Edwin and Elizabeth (Fleckenstein)...

Robert Schalow

Robert Schalow

Mar 16, 2025

Robert James Schalow, age 87, passed away on March 16, 2025.

Robert was born in Wausau, WI to Lawrence Schalow and Katherine Knoblock. Robert married Verna Mae Schalow of Wausau, Wisconsin on August 30th, 1962 at Trinity Lutheran in Wausau, WI.

Robert was a Vet who served our country in the United States Army stationed at Fort Lee, Virginia. After his service...

Deloris Catherine Bartelt

Deloris Catherine Bartelt

Mar 15, 2025

Deloris (Krolikowski) Bartelt of Wausau went to her heavenly home on March 15, 2025. She was born on May 20, 1929 to John and Kathryn (Heller) Krolikowski. She married George Bartelt on May 21, 1949, and together they had five children. Deloris devoted her life to her family, and will be lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Deloris...

Margaret E. Liebers

Margaret E. Liebers

Mar 14, 2025

Margaret E. Liebers, age 82, of Wausau passed away on Friday, March 14, 2025 at Hospice House

Margie was born on March 10, 1943 in Wausau to the late Fred and Laura Liebers. They preceded her in death. She is survived by her brother, Raymond Liebers.

A graduate of Wausau East High School, Margie went on to work in various roles, including...

Lynn M Guth

Lynn M Guth

Mar 11, 2025

Lynn M. Guth, 82, of Wausau, entered into rest on March 11, 2025.

Lynn was born October 6, 1942, in Wausau, to the late Norman Sr. and Margaret Beilke. She took pride in working at Peoples State Bank for over 30 years. She was an avid fan of John Wayne movies and musicals. She had a deep faith and was a...

James E. Koplitz

James E. Koplitz

Mar 9, 2025

James E. Koplitz, age 83, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, March 9th, 2025 at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation.

James was born on January 31, 1942, in Wausau to Earl and Stella (Sowinski) Koplitz. During his teenage years, he met Sharon Janz, and they became high school sweethearts at Wausau East High School. Their love culminated in marriage on...