Obituaries
Mark Redetzke
Nov 22, 2023
Mark Redetzke, 91, of Weston, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023. He was born on April 7, 1932, to Lt. Samuel Redetzke of the U.S. Army Aircorps and Mary Jane (Bellis) Redetzke of Wausau.
Mark graduated from Wausau High School in 1950 and joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served until 1952 achieving the rank of Sergeant. Mark...
William John Gaydo
Nov 16, 2023
William J. Gaydo, 69, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2023, in Weston, Wisconsin with loving family by his side. He will be greatly missed by his wife, children, grandchildren, extended family, and all those he has made an impression on throughout his life.Bill was born on April 9, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois. Raised in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, he graduated...
Esther A Wendorf
Nov 16, 2023
On Thursday, November 16, 2023, Esther Wendorf joined her husband LeRoy of nearly 50 years on the heavenly polka dance floor. He left 14 years earlier to reserve the best seats.
Her parents Jacob and Mary (Collins) Duginski were patiently waiting along with granddaughters Karissa Kasten and Chloe Fisher; brothers Leonard, Buddy and Matt and sisters Irene Kulawinski, Florence...
Charlotte Yvonne Baneck
Nov 14, 2023
Charlotte Yvonne Baneck, beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the age of 64. She was born on March 14, 1959, in Wausau, Wisconsin to the late Walter and Verna (Shahel) Baneck. Charlotte attended Marathon High School. She was a crossing guard for the Wausau School District at the time of her...
Wayne Kent Allen
Nov 13, 2023
Wayne Kent Allen, 68, of Ringle, Wisconsin passed away Monday, November 13th, 2023, at home. He was born May 21st, 1955, in Rochelle, Illinois, to Donald and Mildred Allen (Schabacker). He enjoyed hunting, fishing, classic cars and working with his hands. Wayne spent his career driving semitrucks and obtained 26 years of service with Kolbe & Kolbe.
Wayne is...
Shirley Ann Mitchell
Nov 12, 2023
Shirley Ann Mitchell, a beloved wife, mother, and homemaker, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2023, at the age of 76. Born on September 24, 1947, in Florence, South Carolina, Shirley was the daughter of James Hanna and Virginia (Grier) Foster.
On June 8, 1968, she married George Mitchell, who survives her. They built a strong and enduring partnership, sharing...
Ruth M. Draeger
Nov 11, 2023
Ruth M. Draeger, 91, of Wausau, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023.
She was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on June 17, 1932, to the late Edward and Alma (Klabunde) Nimz.
She worked for Drott/JI Case starting briefly in the parts department and then the majority of her years in human resources. After retirement she went back to work...
Jeanette Johnson
Nov 7, 2023
Jeanette Knop Johnson, age 96 of Wausau, Wisconsin passed away on November 7, 2023. She was born on June 29, 1927, and was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Frances (Graf) Knop, her husband Dr. Fran Johnson, sister Patricia Dulak, brother-in-law Bruce Dulak and stepson Douglas Johnson.
On March 18, 1967, she married the love of her...
Larry Kolton
Nov 6, 2023
Larry Lester Kolton, a devoted husband, dedicated worker, and proud veteran, peacefully passed away on November 6, 2023, at his residence in Schofield, WI. Born on July 2, 1947, in Wausau, WI, Larry lived a life filled with compassion, hard work, and cherished moments with his loved ones. He was 76 years old at the time of his passing.
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Thomas A. Jatnieks
Nov 5, 2023
Dr. Thomas Ancis Jatnieks passed away at 8 o’clock in the evening on November 5, 2023, surrounded by family at his home in Weston, Wisconsin. He was 55 years old.
Tom was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and grew up in Rothschild, where he attended school and graduated from D.C. Everest in 1986. After spending three years in the...
Glenn E. Luscher
Nov 3, 2023
Glenn Elmer Luscher, age 97, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born on May 1, 1926, to Vilas and Clara Luscher. Glenn lived a fulfilling life surrounded by the love of his family.
Glenn's passion for woodworking, fishing, reading, word search, and playing cards brought him countless hours of happiness. He was...
Mary Ann Barrows
Nov 2, 2023
Mary Ann Barrows, age 90, passed away peacefully on November 2, 2023, at Pride TLC under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice. She was born to William Sr. and Marie (Simons) Barwick on August 19, 1933.
Mary Ann loved going to the Concerts on the Square in Downtown Wausau. She also shared a passion with her husband...
Craig John Guillaume
Nov 1, 2023
In Loving Memory of Craig John Guillaume
Craig John Guillaume, a loving husband, son, father, and dedicated salesperson, passed away on November 1, 2023, at the age of 58. He was born on May 5, 1965, in Wausau, WI, to his mother Linda Graebel and the late Willmer Guillaume.
Craig's vibrant spirit and warm personality had a positive impact on...
Judith Leigh Strate
Oct 31, 2023
Judith Leigh Strate, lovingly known as Judy, passed away on October 31, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones in Wausau, WI. She was born on June 3, 1943, in Grinnell, Iowa to Norman Roseland and Elinor Roseland.Judy's career path took her on a remarkable journey in the medical field. She began as a registered nurse at Beloit Medical Hospital in...
Kent Zierer
Oct 29, 2023
Kent Michael Zierer, age 60, unexpectedly passed away at his home in Weston, WI on Sunday, October 29, 2023.
Kent was born in Marshfield, WI on January 5th, 1963 to Michael and Lottie Zierer. Kent was raised in Phillips, WI where he enjoyed running, hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors with his family. Kent graduated from Phillips High School in...
Arlyn Hanne
Oct 29, 2023
Arlyn Hanne joined his parents, Harold and Irene (Syring) Hanne, in heaven, on October 29, 2023. He was born in Colby, Wisconsin on January 15, 1944. Arlyn graduated from Colby High school in 1962. While growing up on the family farm, he raised a crow and trained it to sit on his shoulder.
After graduation, Arlyn went where opportunity...
Ann Kostuck
Oct 28, 2023
Ann Kostuck, 82, beloved Mother, Spouse, and Daughter, was called to her eternal resting place on October 28, 2023. She entered this world on February 25, 1941, in Alnwick, Northumberland, England born to George and Mary Hall.
Ann was an avid reader of history and all things related to the British royal family, enjoyed knitting and watching English Soccer. She...
Griffith R Matthews
Oct 28, 2023
Griffith Robert Matthews, beloved husband, brother, and esteemed psychologist, passed away on October 28, 2023, at the age of 66. He was born on December 28, 1956, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late Griffith & Ann (Orr) Matthews.
Griffith was a highly educated individual, earning both a degree from the University of Southern Maine and his Doctorate from the University...
William "Bill" Lewitzke
Oct 28, 2023
William "Bill" Arthur Lewitzke died peacefully, early Saturday, October 28, 2023, at his home while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. He was born January 22, 1936, in Wausau. His parents were the late Otto and Lydia (Gernetzke) Lewitzke. He married Joanne Marie (Golz) on October 17, 1959, in Wausau and they recently celebrated their...
Richard Rice
Oct 27, 2023
Richard (Dick) Eugene Rice, 85, formerly of Wausau, WI, died October 27, 2023, in Gilbert, Arizona. He was born March 16, 1938, in Huntington, Indiana to the late Hayden and Lynette Rice. He graduated from high school in Indiana and attended the University of Wisconsin, Stevens Point where he played basketball for the Pointers. He married his wife, Gail Kamrath on October 18, 1958. Dick...
