Obituaries
John Alan Marshall
Jan 28, 2024
John Alan Marshall entered eternal life on Sunday, January 28th, 2024, surrounded by family. The youngest of two children, he was born on October 31, 1943, to Grace and John R. Marshall in Valley City, North Dakota and grew up on a farm in Noltimier/Alta township, North Dakota. John graduated as salutatorian from Noltimier Consolidated High School. He was a...
Ellen Runnoe
Jan 27, 2024
Ellen M. Runnoe, 69, of Wausau, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024.
She was born on May 29, 1954, to James and Mary Ann (Gleichner) Schmitt, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.
Ellen grew up in Two Rivers, WI attended Roncalli High School. She enrolled in college at Silver Lake and went on to graduate from St. Norbert’s college in 1976.
Ellen was a...
Peter Timothy Nolan
Jan 25, 2024
Wausau-Peter Timothy Nolan, 70, passed away on January 25, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital from complications of COVID and interstitial pulmonary fibrosis.
He was born in Kenosha to Robert Nolan and Bonny Nolan (Jonas). He attended Kenosha Unified Schools and earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Gateway in Kenosha.
He was a talented journeyman, and gifted in mechanical designs, creating many amazing...
Patricia J. Schoonover
Jan 19, 2024
Patricia "Pat" Joan Schoonover, 86, left this earth for her heavenly home on Friday, January 19, 2024. She passed away peacefully at her home in Weston.
She was born on October 2nd, 1937, to the late Walter and Margaret (Dault) Schoonover, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At age 5, her family moved to Schofield.
Pat attended St. Mary's School; Wausau followed by Lower Kelly...
Patricia Kampfer
Jan 12, 2024
With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Patricia (Pat). She was called to her heavenly home on January 12th, 2024. She left us while sleeping peacefully at Rennes Health and Rehab Weston, Wisconsin under the care of Aspirus Care and Comfort Hospice. She was in her 88th year.
Pat was born at St. Luke's...
Betty Burgess
Jan 11, 2024
Betty L. Burgess, 90, of Spread Eagle, Wis, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Pride TLC, Weston, Wis.
She was born March 6, 1933, in Sagola, Mich., daughter of the late Arnold and Alva Simondsen. Betty grew up outside Sagola and was a graduate of Channing High School, class 1951. Betty married Ray Burgess on October 27, 1951.
...
Kurt Scheidemann
Jan 10, 2024
Kurt Phillip Scheidemann, 62, of Wausau, WI, passed away on January 10, 2024. Born on June 24, 1961, in his beloved hometown of Wausau, Kurt was a cherished father, brother, and friend.
Kurt spent his formative years in Wausau, where he graduated from high school and embarked on a life dedicated to making a positive impact. He found fulfillment in his...
Norman "Nibs" Chack
Jan 10, 2024
Norman "Nibs" Raymond Chack, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and veteran, passed away on January 10, 2024, at the age of 85. He was born on January 16, 1938, in Wausau, WI, to the late Sigmund and Rose Chack. Norman resided in Schofield, WI, throughout his life and proudly served our country in the United States Navy.
After enlisting...
Judith Louise Marshall
Jan 6, 2024
Judith Louise (Dierks) Marshall, 79, entered eternal life peacefully with her children by her side on January 6, 2024, after a battle with gallbladder cancer. The oldest of four children, Judith was born November 14, 1944, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Maythel and Ernest Dierks while her father was in the Army in World War II. Judith grew up...
Dr. Robert E. Cadwell
Jan 6, 2024
Robert Edward Cadwell MD, passed away on Jan. 6, 2024, at the age of 87. He was born February 12, 1936, in Fort Dodge, Iowa to William E. and Gladys F. (Chevalier) Cadwell. He married his high school sweetheart, Lucille "Lucy" Halligan in 1962.
Bob received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa and his Medical...
Benjamin F. Powell
Jan 4, 2024
Benjamin Franklin Powell III, born November 7, 1936, died on January 4, 2024, in Victor Harbor, Australia.On April 30, 1960, Ben married Barbara Jensen. Together they spent a wonderful life until her death in April 2021.Ben taught at NorthCentral Technical College for 36 years. His profession as a teacher of adults was a craft which brought him joy, but as...
David Otto Zimmerman
Jan 3, 2024
David Otto Zimmerman died peacefully in his home on January 3, 2024. David was born on January 20,1944 in Wausau, WI to the late Arlene Foster. He graduated from Wausau High School in 1962. On a rainy April 13th day in 1968 he married Kathleen (Milne) Zimmerman. They were married for nearly 50 years before her passing on...
Richard O. Wohlford
Jan 3, 2024
Richard Oscar Wohlford, a beloved member of the Wausau community, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on July 4, 1936, in Wausau, Wisconsin, Richard's remarkable journey through life touched the hearts of all who knew him.
Richard worked for GTE Telephone Company for over 35 years before retirement; but it was his passion...
Roger Lee Passow
Dec 31, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Lee Passow on December 31, 2023. Born on February 16, 1962, in Wausau, Roger was a beloved father, respected paramedic, mechanic, and a cherished member of the community.
Roger's life was one of adventure and compassion, always seeking to serve others in their time of...
Verna Peter
Dec 30, 2023
Verna Lee Peter, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant in the healthcare industry, peacefully passed away on December 30, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 6, 1936, in Wausau, WI, to her late parents.
Verna, she valiantly served as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing compassionate care to those...
Marcia D. Friedrich
Dec 30, 2023
Marcia D. Friedrich (Szuminski), 68, Wausau, passed away December 30, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.She was born October 15, 1955 in Wausau WI to the late Betty Szuminski and Clarence Szuminski.
Marcia attended Wausau East High School. She married Scott Friedrich, November 12, 1978. Marcia worked at Home Depot in Wausau before retiring. She loved putzing in her garden, canning,...
Pamela Ann Meunier
Dec 28, 2023
Pamela A. Meunier, 76, of Wausau, Wisconsin, passed away due to complications from COVID on December 28, 2023.
Pam was born in Shorewood, Wisconsin in 1947 to Florence and George Meunier. Her father passed away at an early age and in 1955 her mother married William Badten. Pam fondly reminisced about her early years growing up in Milwaukee down the...
Carol Jenner
Dec 28, 2023
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carol A. Jenner, a beloved and spirited individual who brought joy to those around her. Born on January 31, 1953, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Carol peacefully left this world on December 28, 2023, at her residence in Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
Though Carol's educational background is unknown,...
Sally Mae Fenhaus
Dec 23, 2023
Sally Mae Fenhaus, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2023, at the age of 87. She was born on September 24, 1936, in the Township of Wausau, to the late Kenneth and Elta Worden.
Sally was a dedicated and hardworking individual, having obtained her High School Diploma and embarking on a fulfilling career as...
Donald James Stepanik, Sr.
Dec 22, 2023
Donald J. Stepanik, Sr., 93, Schofield, died on December 22, 2023.
Donald is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Ruth Stepanik of Schofield; sons, Donny Jr. (Cindy) and Tom Stepanik; and grandchildren, Nathan, Kevin, Rachel, and Matthew.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Antoinette Stepanik; and siblings, Bernice (Walter) Kwarciany, John (Joyce), Walter (LaVerne),...
