Obituaries

Jun 7, 2022

Carmen Lorraine Krueger, 60, of Mosinee, passed away unexpectedly of a massive heart attack on June 7, 2022, after attending a Brewers Game in Milwaukee.

She is survived by her daughter Melanie (Aaron) Miskowiak; mother, Jean; two brothers, Dean (Kathy) Krueger and Keith (Ashley) Krueger; and 1 sister, Holli (Brian) Braun. She is further survived by three grandchildren, Laura, Miranda, and Morgan....

Jun 6, 2022

Ronald P. Lepak, age 66, died on Monday, June 6, 2022 at home with his family by his side.

Ron was born on November 30, 1955 in Wausau to the late Daniel and Marie (Carr) Lepak Sr. He was raised on a farm as one of 13 children. Ron graduated from Newman High School and was employed...

Jun 4, 2022

Darrel D. Buch, age 71, of Schofield, passed away on Saturday, June 4, 2022, at Wausau Aspirus Hospital. He was born in Wausau on November 18, 1950, to Earl and Arlene (Koenig) Buch. Darrel graduated from Wausau Senior High in 1968. He earned a degree in mechanical drafting from Fond Du Lac Technical Institute in 1971 and a certificate of...

Jun 1, 2022

Donald C. Huehnerfuss, 70, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. The following is respectfully written by Donnie himself, April, 2022.

Donald was born on January 14, 1952, in Wausau to Merlin and Nancy (Kozlowski) Huehnerfuss.  He was employed at Kolbe & Kolbe Millwork for over 55 years and worked closely...

May 31, 2022

Larry David Baumann, of Wausau, passed away unexpectedly at work on May 31, 2022. He was only 56.

Larry was born October 5, 1965, in Wausau to Herman and Evangeline (Seehafer) Baumann. At 17, he began working for Hsu’s Ginseng. He was a dedicated worker there for 39 years and enjoyed what he did. He enjoyed going...

May 29, 2022

Deborah J. Spatz, 66, of Wausau, joined her husband in Heaven on May 29, 2022.

Deborah was born in Wausau on September 14, 1955, to Jerry and Mary Grosskreutz. Deborah was known as the family caretaker- first caring for her siblings, then children, and now grandchildren and great-grandchild. She always put family before herself. Her nurturing spirit...

May 24, 2022

Norma June Seehafer of Rothschild, age 87 passed away on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in Palliative Care at Wausau Aspirus Hospital.

Norma was born on June 20, 1934 to Elmer and Florence (Weden) Foster.  Norma was married to Marvin Seehafer on August 14, 1954 spending 68 wonderful years together raising three children.  She had many health challenges...

May 23, 2022

Scott T. Widmark, 61, passed away on Monday May 23, 2022.

Scott was born on January 12, 1961, in Minneapolis, MN, to Milo and Junnell Widmark. He was married to Shari (Norton) on (June 6, 1982).

Scott was survived by his children: Brent (Cassie) Widmark, Brian (Leah) Widmark, Britta (Nick) Muschinske, Bryce (Vanessa Boorse) Widmark; his mother, Junnell; his two...

May 14, 2022

Marie "Cathy" Catherine Kujawa, 70, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 14, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.

Cathy was born on August 1, 1951, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Wausau, WI to Robert and Thelma (Jacobsen) Sullivan. On June 14, 1969, Cathy married the love of her life, Walter “Wally” Kujawa, in Kingsford, MI....

May 6, 2022

Bill Markstrum passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday, May 6th, at Acorn Hill Senior Living in Mosinee.

Bill was born October 25, 1927 to William C. Markstrum, Sr. and Emma (Babicky) Markstrum.  He graduated from Wausau Senior High School, then took his road trip of a lifetime to California on his motorcycle.  While there, he was drafted...

May 5, 2022

Terry LeRoy Sturm, 67, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 5, 2022. Known as “Papa Terry'' to his beloved grandson, Terry was born April 24, 1955 in Wausau, Wisconsin. He graduated from Wausau West High School in 1973 and then earned an associate degree from Northcentral Technical College in graphic arts. Terry started his...

May 3, 2022

Dennis W. Cooper, 72, passed away on May 3, 2022 after a long battle with ALS. He was born June 9, 1949 to Phyllis and Wesley Cooper. He attended St. James Catholic School, Wausau High School, and obtained an Associate Degree in Accounting at Northcentral Technical Institute. He served in the Navy (1968-1972), based in Norfolk, and completed multiple...

Apr 30, 2022

Thomas L James, age 82, of Three Lakes passed away on Saturday April 30, 2022 with his family by his side.

Tommy was born on December 12, 1939 in Milwaukee to the late Harry and Ruth(Winkler)James.

He is survived by his sister Mary(Tom) Schaeffler of Three Lake; nephew Andy(Cydni) Schaeffler and their kids James and...

Apr 28, 2022

Eugene E. Bentley “Geno”, age 62, of Schofield died on Thursday, April 28, 2022.

Geno was born on August 10, 1959 in Wausau to the late Raymond and Edith (Skilling) Bentley.  He married Judy Pospychalla.  She preceded Geno in death.  He was an avid outdoorsmen who enjoyed hunting, fishing and snowmobiling.  He also could often be found watching nascar, playing cards,...

Apr 23, 2022

Dr. John (Andy) Butler, 71, of Sugar Camp, a beloved partner, father, brother, and Wausau Plastic Surgeon, passed away peacefully on April 23, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by his family and close friend Dr. Tom Stoffel.

John was a man who made a profound impact on everyone he met. This included his friends and patients. He...

Apr 22, 2022

Krista Marie (Skola) Salas was welcomed into heaven on April 22, 2022 after a brave five-year battle with cancer. She died on Earth Day surrounded by her family, her dogs at her side. She was 59.

Born on March 11, 1963 to Frank Skola and Patricia (Skola) Metter, Krista had an adventurous spirit and was known for...

Apr 20, 2022

Chadwick “Chad” Allen Hittle, 44 years young, flew to his heavenly home on Wednesday, April 20, 2022.

Chad was born on January 25, 1978, to Charles “Chuck” Hittle and Denise Friend. After graduating high school, Chad knew that he wanted to be adventurous and fly aircraft. He pursued becoming a licensed pilot and flew to many places...