All Obituaries

Roman “Romy” Richard Przybylski, 79, passed away May 4, 2020 at St. Clare’s Hospital, Weston. Roman was born February 12, 1941 to Frank and Leona (Ziech) Przybylski. He grew up in Wausau and its surrounding areas and at 17, Roman joined the military. He was in the United States Marine Corps from February 18, 1958 to February 16, 1962 and was in the reserves until February 17, 1964. During his time in the service, he was stationed in Hawaii and Japan. It was an honor...

Marlyne Jean Yesse, age 80, passed into her heavenly home on Wednesday, May 20 surrounded by her loving family.  Marlyne was born in Wausau, WI on February 4, 1940 to the late Carol and Martin Graveen.  She graduated from Wausau High School in 1958 and married Emanuel Yesse on September 20, 1958 in Sheboygan.  Marlyne will always be remembered for much time spent with her children and grandchildren, her flare for decorating, her fashion sense, and her beloved cats. She also...

Hedwig Teckla Weisser Yaeger, age 98, lifelong resident of the town of Weston and matriarch of the Yaeger family, died on Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Hedwig was born on January 7, 1922 in Weston to the late August and Mary (Mader) Weisser. With a love for learning encouraged by her Father, Hedy graduated from Wausau High School in 1940 when that was not the norm for women. She worked for her room and board while attending school. Throughout her life she continued with a wide spectrum of...

Robert “Bob” Walter Denison, 71, of Weston lost his battle with Leukemia at his home on April 27, 2020, surrounded by his loving family under the care of Aspirus Home Hospice.   Bob was born in Anamosa, Iowa on September 23, 1948, to Walter and Dorothy (Wright) Denison. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Judy (Stegge) Denison; children Sara (Dan) Denison of Chippewa Falls, WI and Dave (Nicole) Denison of Austin, TX; grandchildren Abby and Zach; sister-in-law Rosann...

Patricia “Pat” Tallmadge, née McSweeney, 86, Wausau, formerly of Wayne, Michigan, died peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital She was born April 30, 1934 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Louis J. and Lucy (Hicks) McSweeney. Pat, a resident of the Detroit area for 63 years, attended Detroit Public schools and graduated from Northwestern High School, June 1952. Following graduation, Pat worked at Burroughs Adding Machine Co., Import – Export...

Duane Peterson departed this world and joined his Lord and Savior May 25, 2020.  Duane was born on April 10, 1931, in Wausau, Wisconsin, son of the late Herman and Cora Peterson. Duane lost the love of his life, Shirley, when she preceded him in death in May 2019.  He is survived by his two children and four grandchildren, son Dion Peterson and his children Katie and Tom, and daughter Sheryl (Craig) Kuhary and their children Christopher and Kendall.  He is also survived by his...

Gloria Jean Hawley passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at the age of 86.  Gloria was born in Ohio on December 8, 1933, to John and Pauline Stiebeling.  She spent her early years in Ohio where she attended Bowling Green University.  After graduation, she moved to Washington D.C. to work for the Department of Agriculture.  While there, she met and married Neal R. Hawley who was serving in the Navy and stationed in D.C.  Once discharged, they returned to...

Elaine King, 76, of Ringle, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Saint Clare's Hospital, Weston. Elaine was born May 27, 1943 in Hatley, WI to the late Chester and Irene (Gavinski) Easker. She married Martin King on October 21, 1961. They had two children Dale and Dwayne. Elaine had various jobs throughout her life and always strived for perfection. Elaine was loving, caring, and thoughtful. She enjoyed gardening and spent many hours in her flower beds. She loved spending time...

Virgil J. Landretti, 85, of Rib Mountain, died on Friday May 15, 2020, at The Aspirus Hospice House, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services, surrounded by his loving family. Virgil was born on November 26, 1934, in Ironwood, Michigan, to the late Tony and Corrine (Alleva) Landretti.  He married Mary Sue Beckstrom on August 24, 1957; she survives. Virgil loved to cook. One of his greatest pleasures was to entertain his large family and many friends. His lifelong...