Obituaries

Todd Feck

Todd Feck

Nov 19, 2024

Todd Feck, age 61, passed away on November 19, 2024.  Services are pending at this time, please return at a later date for the complete obituary.   In the meantime, please feel free to leave a message for Todd's family.

Dylan Thielen

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...

Jeffrey Mark Pevytoe

Jeffrey Mark Pevytoe

Nov 10, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Mark Pevytoe. Born on August 17, 1957, in Wausau, Jeffrey sadly departed from this world on November 10, 2024, at the age of 67. Jeffrey was a well-known figure in Wausau, where he lived and worked throughout his life.

Jeffrey was a passionate individual who found joy in the...

Charles "Chuck" Deffner

Charles "Chuck" Deffner

Nov 7, 2024

Charles "Chuck" Deffner, 65, of Schofield, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1959, in Wausau, WI, to Alvin and Betty Lou (Lehman) Deffner.

Charles graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1977 and went on to work at Greenheck for an impressive 46 years, remaining loyal to the company as his sole employer. Throughout...

Verda Bliese

Verda Bliese

Nov 5, 2024

It is with joyful hearts we announce that our dear mother, Verda M. Bliese, 92, was called to her heavenly home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

Born on September 1, 1932 to the late Kenneth and Elta (Trieble) Worden, Verda was grounded in her Christian faith through an early education at Zion Lutheran School that carried through her whole life. She...

Amaryllis R. Plautz

Amaryllis R. Plautz

Nov 4, 2024

Amaryllis Rosalie Plautz, formerly of Wausau, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 at Stoney River Memory Care in Marshfield, Wisconsin.

Amy was born on July 16, 1930 in Wausau, Wisconsin to the late Emil and Ida Kopplin. On May 12, 1956 she married Elroy Plautz. He preceded her in death on February 24, 2018.

Amy’s friends wish to thank the staff at...

James D. Sekaney

James D. Sekaney

Oct 28, 2024

James “Jim” Sekaney, 82, of Wausau passed away on October 28, 2024. Jim was born on January 30, 1942, to the late Jerry and Mabel Sekaney in Byrant, Wisconsin. 

Jim graduated from Antigo High School and then enlisted in the United States Army. He then served in the Vietnam War. After the war, he met his wife Carol J. Mohr. Jim...

James "Jim" Paulson

James "Jim" Paulson

Oct 27, 2024

James “Jim” Paulson, 83, of Marathon, was called home on Sunday, October 27, 2024, following a brief hospitalization.

Jim was born on August 26, 1941, to Herbert and Esther Paulson in Wausau, WI.

Jim spent most of his life farming the land that he loved. He grew many different crops, including a long career in ginseng. He also raised dairy, and later...

Elgart Baumann

Elgart Baumann

Oct 26, 2024

Elgart "Junior" Baumann, Jr., passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice at Benedictine Living Community.  He was born June 29, 1943, in Wausau, to the late Elgart Sr. and Luella (Sturm) Baumann.  On June 3, 1967, he married Eunice Wilde at Trinity Lutheran Church in Wausau.

In 1961, Elgart graduated from Wausau High...

James W. Barr Jr.

James W. Barr Jr.

Oct 23, 2024

In loving memory of Jim Barr, 89, of Wausau, WI, who died on October 23, 2024.

Jim is remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Kay. He is fondly remembered by his children- son Jim (Laure), daughter Cindy (Henry), and son Randy (Lynn). He was blessed to have 9...

Douglas Gene Narlock

Douglas Gene Narlock

Oct 20, 2024

Douglas Gene Narlock, 49, of Wausau, passed away October 20, 2024, as a result of a motorcycle accident.

Doug was born February 14, 1975, to parents Ronald and Nancy (Sparks) Narlock. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and spending time with his friends. He also had a passion for driving stock cars. He spent every waking moment working on cars in the...

Dale H. Becker

Dale H. Becker

Oct 20, 2024

The Lord has called Dale to his rest on October 20, 2024 due to his dementia.

Dale was born May 10, 1944 in the Alden Township, Illinois, to Herman & Anna Becker. When Dale was quite young, the family moved to Athens, Wisconsin area to farm. He grew up around animals which he loved.

Upon leaving school he began working in the...

Avila Valerian Tolk

Avila Valerian Tolk

Oct 17, 2024

Avila V. Tolk, age 95, of Schofield, formerly of Athens, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 17, 2024 at Traditions/Pine Meadows in Schofield, WI. She was born June 24, 1929 in Hamburg, WI to Arnold Grell and Martha (Brunow) Grell. On September 23, 1950 she was united in marriage to Ervin Tolk in Hamburg, who preceded her in death in...

Carrie Lee Nordgren

Carrie Lee Nordgren

Oct 17, 2024

Carrie Lee Nordgren, a beloved member of the Mosinee community, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 25, 1954, in Wausau, WI, Carrie was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother "Grammie", sister, aunt and friend known for her warm heart and caring nature. 

 Carrie found joy in the simple pleasures of life, from camping...

Gerald Bins

Gerald Bins

Oct 16, 2024

Gerald "Jerry" Francis Bins, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud veteran, peacefully passed away on October 16, 2024, in Wausau, Wisconsin, at the age of 92. Born in Green Bay on September 9, 1932, Jerry served his country in the United States Army Corps of Engineers during the Korean War and was a valued member of the American Legion.

 In...

Jeffrey Lynn Greni

Jeffrey Lynn Greni

Oct 15, 2024

Jeffrey Lynn Greni, a devoted husband and father, passed away at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on October 15, 2024. Born in Rapid City, SD on October 28, 1955, Jeff's life was a testament to his passion for the great outdoors and his love for family and friends. His adventurous spirit led him to embrace camping, campfires, deer hunting, and gardening, finding...

Phyllis J. Sann

Phyllis J. Sann

Oct 12, 2024

The family would like to announce the death of Phyllis Sann, age 84, who passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024, at Rennes Health and Rehab, where she had been a resident for the last 6 years.

Phyllis was born on February 7, 1940 in Wausau, WI. She was born at home to Roy and Myrtle Sann. She attended and graduated...

Timothy Knutson

Timothy Knutson

Oct 10, 2024

Timothy Knutson, 77, of Rothschild, WI, passed away on October 10, 2024, after a short illness.

 Tim was born on December 3, 1946, in Eau Claire, WI, to Russell and Virginia (nee Kinderman) Knutson, who preceded him in death. 

 Tim graduated from the UW-Eau Claire; he also served in the US Army and was stationed in Korea. 

 On June 24, 1994, in Wausau,...

Carol J. Ruether

Carol J. Ruether

Oct 10, 2024

Carol Jean (Jaeger) Ruether, 83, of Wausau, WI went to her heavenly home on October 10, 2024 after battling dementia. 

 Carol was born in Wausau, WI on January 11, 1941. She was one of five children born to Adeline and Edwin Jaeger. She graduated from Wausau High School where she met her beloved and devoted husband James Ruether. She dedicated much...

Evelyn A. Gorski

Evelyn A. Gorski

Oct 8, 2024

Evelyn A. Gorski, 99, of Wausau, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. She was born on June 26, 1925, in Chicago, IL, to the late George and Margaret (Williams) Swinney.

Evelyn is survived by her children, David Gorski, Carol Walters, Ronald Gorski, and Scott (Linda) Gorski; grandchildren, Courtney Purvis, Shawn Gorski, Dillon Gorski, and Dakota Gorski; three great-grandchildren; and a...

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