Obituaries

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.

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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),...

Rose W. Byholm

Dec 21, 2023

Rose W. Byholm, 92, of Milwaukee/Weston, WI passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023. Rose was born in Northern WI to Frank and Balbina Witman. Rose’s younger years were spent on the family farm with her brothers John and Harry. They all attended a one room schoolhouse. She moved to Milwaukee at 18, finding a job at Allen-Bradley and creating...

Thomas Pitcher

Dec 20, 2023

 

Thomas B. Pitcher, 86, of Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, entered into eternal life on December 20, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 27, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Arlo and Ann Pitcher. 

Tom was a man of many passions. He enjoyed spending his free time fishing and spending time outdoors. One of his favorite...

Cheryl L. Meyer

Dec 19, 2023

 

Cheryl L. Meyer, 73, of Wausau, passed away at Aspirus Hospice House, surrounded by family, on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, after a hard fought battle with cancer.   She was born on August 07, 1950, to the late Julius and Lorraine (Bruening) Michels.    Cheryl was a strong woman of many talents and interests. She possessed a vibrant spirit...

Arlon Robert Lehman

Dec 18, 2023

Arlon Robert Lehman, 79, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023, at Pride TLC.

Arlon was born January 10, 1944, in Wausau, to the late Gustav and Martha (Schultz) Lehman. He was one of six children. Arlon enjoyed the simple things in life but there were two things that were near and dear to him. The first, was...