Obituaries
Wayne Schmidt
Sep 24, 2024
Wayne Louis Schmidt died September 24, 2024 in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was born September 14, 1935 in the town of Spirit, Wisconsin. He was the oldest son of Nellie Cutts Schmidt and Louis Schmidt. He attended Liberty School in the town of Spirit, and completed high school at Lincoln High in Wisconsin Rapids. He attended the UW-Stevens Point, UW-Madison, and...
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 (Oilshlager) 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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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,...
