Obituaries
Marjorie Schwede
Aug 11, 2025
We announce with both sorrow and joy, the death of our Mother, Marjorie Schwede age 86 who passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025 at Wood Aven Health and Rehabilitation in Wausau, WI. We are comforted in knowing she is now home in heaven, with no more pain and suffering.
Marjorie Verona Schwede was born on November 28, 1938 to August...
James M. Randall
Aug 6, 2025
James M. Randall, 89, of Wausau, went home to be with the Lord on August 6. A 1955 graduate and Tophatter at Wausau Senior High School, he followed his father and grandfather into the jewelry business, his work being the unseen guest at countless weddings and a happy gift to the people of his hometown. While serving in the Army...
Michael John Klussendorf
Aug 4, 2025
Michael J. Klussendorf of Wausau, Wisconsin, peacefully passed away on August 4, 2025, at the age of 74. His family was blessed to be by his side, along with caring chaplains, during his final day.
Mike's character was forged early on his family's dairy farm, where he learned the grit and determination that would define him throughout his life. His courage,...
Agnes Medvecz
Aug 3, 2025
Agnes Rose Medvecz, née Palesch, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Weston at the age of 97. She was born on June 16, 1928, in the Town of Hewitt to Stephen and Rose Palesch.
On June 18, 1949, Agnes married Michael Medvecz in Wausau. They shared their married life and raised their...
Richard A. Wolfe
Aug 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Allen Wolfe, 68, who peacefully left this world on August 1, 2025, at home in Wausau, Wisconsin. Born on December 8, 1956, in Wausau, Rick was a loving husband, devoted father, treasured grandpa, and cherished friend to many.
Richard lived a life full of joy, laughter, and adventure. He dedicated over 38...
Alice J Erdman
Jul 30, 2025
Alice Jane Erdman passed away on July 30, 2025, at Our House Senior Living in Wausau, where she received loving care during her final days. Born on January 30, 1926, in Wisconsin Rapids, Alice was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose generous spirit touched the lives of many.Alice dedicated a significant portion of her career to K-Mart Corp, where...
Howard E. Drebenstedt
Jul 18, 2025
Howard E. Drebenstedt, 85, of Merrill, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, July 18, 2025.
Howard was born on June 2, 1940, in Lebanon Township to Carl and Edna (Nass) Drebenstedt. He graduated from Oconomowoc High School and dedicated his career as a counselor for the State of Wisconsin. His empathy and understanding greatly impacted the lives of...
Mary M Staples
Jul 16, 2025
Mary Margaret Staples, née Danielson, passed away on her 98th birthday, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Wausau, Wisconsin, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers.
Mary was born on July 16, 1927, to Carl and Florence (Lemire) Danielson, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She attended primary and secondary school in Minneapolis and St. Louis Park, and had post-secondary coursework at St. Catherine’s College...
Marvin Seehafer
Jul 10, 2025
Marvin E. Seehafer, 92, of Wausau, passed away peacefully July 10, 2025 at Our House Senior Living in Wausau WI.
He was born on December 7, 1932 to Frederick and Helen (Wendorf) Seehafer. On August 14, 1954 he was united in marriage to the love of his life Norma Foster and together they built a beautiful and loving family. Marvin and...
MarDee J Zimmerman
Jul 10, 2025
MarDee Zimmerman, age 69, passed away on July 10, 2025, at Woodhaven Nursing Home in Wausau, WI.
Per the family’s request, private services will take place at a later date.
Derek "Doc" Watson
Jul 8, 2025
Derek "Doc" Watson born March 3, 1978, passed away July 8, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his parents Rick and Linda Watson, his wife Candice Watson for whom he showed unwavering love, their five children Justin Dougherty, Morgan Dougherty, Collin Watson, Casey Dougherty, and Sophia Watson, as well as many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles...
Florence D. Hirsch
Jul 6, 2025
Florence D. Hirsch, age 95, of Wausau, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Pride TLC, with her family lovingly by her side.
Florence was born on February 19, 1930, in Wausau to the late Frank and Anna (Fara) Miller. On November 5, 1955, she married Wallace Hirsch at Holy Name Catholic Church. Together they raised three children: Steve,...
Sandy Stremer
Jun 30, 2025
Sandra (Sandy) Stremer, age 83 passed away on June 30 in the comfort of her home under hospice care due to complications of kidney and pulmonary problems.
Sandy was born to Arthur and Elsie Giese in the Town of Frankfort, WI on March 30, 1942. She attended school there, in a one-room schoolhouse. She graduated from Abbotsford High School in 1960....
Erica G McCollough
Jun 24, 2025
Erica McCollough, of Weston, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2025, at the age of 91.
Born on March 25, 1934, in Nuremberg, Germany, to Rudolf Greul and Margarete Roseanne Schlosser, Erica married Frank J. McCollough, an officer in the United States Military, while still in Germany. In 1955, the couple immigrated to the United States, where they began their...
Stanley Carlson
Jun 24, 2025
Stanley I. Carlson Jr, age 86, of Wausau passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, June 24th at Mountain Terrace.
Stanley was born on November 13, 1938 in Chicago to the late Stanley and Dorothy (Stratton) Carlson Sr. He married his sweetheart, Elizabeth, and had two children, Kim and Paul. He was in the banking business his...
Emery Lewis
Jun 19, 2025
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the passing of Emery Joshua Lewis a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away peacefully. Emery lived a full and joyful life, marked by hard work, unwavering dedication to those he loved, and a deep appreciation for life’s simple pleasures.
Emery was born October 8, 1949, in Wausau WI to William...
William R Tehan
Jun 18, 2025
William Robert Tehan, 68, of Wausau - a man of faith, integrity, courage, generosity, and honor - passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, with his loving wife Jean at his side.
Bill was born on August 29, 1956, to Robert and Audrey (Pierick) Tehan in Milwaukee. He and his younger brother, Paul, thrived in a home...
John J. Zortman
Jun 18, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John J. Zortman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, who departed this life on June 18, 2025, at the age of 73.
John was a man of quiet strength, unwavering integrity, and boundless compassion. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy, within the Silent Service,...
Robert Woodrow Timler, Sr.
Jun 17, 2025
Robert Woodrow Timler, Sr., 88, passed away peacefully at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on June 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on March 20, 1937, son of the late Woodrow and Valeria (Bennett) Timler. Robert married Mary Buck on July 4, 1964.
He was an avid reader with a special fondness for western novels and...
Carol Henke
Jun 16, 2025
Carol Henke (Detert), 95, of Wausau passed away into life eternal on June 16, 2025 at Wausau Manor Health Services under Aspirus Hospice care.
2 Timothy 4:7-8 - 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8 Henceforth there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the...
