Obituaries
Joan E. Lewitzke
Oct 3, 2024
Joan E. Lewitzke, passed away on Thursday October 3, 2024 at her sons home surrounded by her family. She was born May 13, 1935 in Oak Park, Ill. to Louis and Edna (Zuehlke) Gaulke. She married Wilmer Lewitzke on March 19, 1955. In her free time Joan enjoyed puzzles, word search, dice games, gardening, bird watching, and spending time with...
Jill M. Blaskowski
Oct 2, 2024
Jill Mary Blaskowski, age 66, passed away on October 2, 2024.
Jill was born in Wausau, WI to Marshall and Janet Blaskowski..
She was preceded in death by Marshall Blaskowski (Father), Janet (Delikowski) Blaskowski (Mother), Sandra Specht (Sister). She is survived by Curtis and Alana Blaskowski (Brother and Niece) of Kyle Texas, and James and Erin Specht (Brother in Law and Niece)...
Virginia V. Basas
Sep 26, 2024
Virginia "Virgie" Basas, 80, of Weston, Wisconsin, passed away on September 26, 2024. Born on September 22, 1944, to the parents of Andres Abobo Basas and Macaria Varona Basas in Tanauan Leyte, Philippines. She was one of 8 children that included 3 brothers and 4 sisters.
She came to the United States in 1965 as an immigrant, a year later, she...
Ronald Burger
Sep 26, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald "Ronnie" Edward Burger. Ronnie was born in Illinois on July 18, 1951, to Henry and Ruth Burger. He passed away on September 26, 2024, after a very sudden decline in his health. Ronnie was only 73 years of age.
Through the years, he loved fishing, hunting, watching baseball and...
Jeanette "Corky" Green
Sep 24, 2024
Jeanette "Corky" Green, age 82, of Schofield WI, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at Wellington Place in Rib Mountain, Wisconsin.
Jeanette Mary Pregont was born November 10, 1942, to the late Leslie and Ethel (Voight) Pregont in Eagle River, Wisconsin. She attended Wausau Senior High School and graduated in 1960.
She was a proud varsity cheerleader for the 1960...
Martín Sammy Gardea
Sep 24, 2024
Martín Sammy Gardea, a beloved husband and loving family man passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2024, at the age of 39 in Chicago, Illinois. Martín was born on October 5, 1984, in Fort Morgan, Colorado.
Martín dedicated his life to the art industry, showcasing his passion and talent as an artist and art handler. With a Master's degree in his...
Elizabeth Carlson
Sep 22, 2024
Elizabeth Carlson, born on March 19, 1939, in Lublin, Poland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on September 22, 2024, at the age of 85 in Wausau. Author Elizabeth, known for her poignant memoir "Scream Quietly," shared her harrowing experiences during World War II, offering a voice to those who endured similar hardships.
After the war,...
James Klinger
Sep 20, 2024
James (Jim) Cyril Klinger was born January 9, 1942 to Melvin & Vernetta (Mitzie) Klinger. He left his earthly family to be with his Lord and heavenly family on September 20, 2024. He is now with his parents, brother Jerry Klinger, and daughter Julie Klinger LaVake watching over us. Jim married his true love, Jeanne Louell Wendorf on February 2,...
Jill Marie Kreitzer
Sep 20, 2024
Jill Marie Kreitzer, 54, of Wausau, Wisconsin, unexpectedly passed away on September 20, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and vibrant energy. Born on February 12, 1970, Jill was a light in the lives of those who knew her, remembered for her endless sense of adventure and her fierce dedication to family.
Jill was the beloved daughter of Edward...
Dave Knetter
Sep 20, 2024
Dave Knetter, age 70, died on September 20, 2024.
Dave was born the 8th child of 10, to John and Martha (Brzenzinski) Knetter on May 24, 1954. He married his high school sweetheart, Cindy Newman, on September 20, 1975. They had four children, Troy (Sonja), Shannon (Rob), Shawn (Jolene), Nathan (Katie), and eight grandchildren.
Dave’s love of the outdoors led him to...
Ruby "Jeanie" Dethlefsen
Sep 17, 2024
Ruby "Jeanie" Dethlefsen, age 86, of Rothschild, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at Wausau Manor after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease.
Jeanie was born on October 16, 1937, in Manilla, Iowa, to the late Howard and Anna (Schwieso) Steffen. She was the middle child, cherished alongside her siblings, Bud and Nancy. Jeanie fell in love with her next-door...
Adam Ben Charles Berna
Sep 12, 2024
With profound sadness and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Adam Ben Charles Berna, a beloved son, brother, and decorated soldier. Adam was born on November 3, 1979, in Wausau, to his loving parents Charles Berna and Linda Berna-Karger. On September 12, 2024, Adam departed from this world, leaving behind cherished memories of his courage, dedication, and unwavering love...
Perry R. Manning
Sep 12, 2024
Baby brother. Beloved uncle. Master mechanic. Kwik Trip aficionado. Perry Robert Manning, 74, passed away Thursday, September 12, 2024, at his Town of Easton home after a brief, yet extremely stoic battle with lung cancer surrounded by his amazing group of friends.
Perry was born in Wausau on September 1, 1950, to the late Daniel and Wilhelmina (Blattert) Manning.
Following graduation from...
Camilla Moore
Sep 9, 2024
Camilla J. Moore, 92, of Kronenwetter, passed away on Monday, September 9, 2024. She was born on September 10, 1931, in Chicago, IL, to the late Charles and Ruby Wheeler.
She is survived by her children, Janet Bruck, and Laura (Chuck) Miller; grandchildren, Johnathan Bruck, JoElle Johnson, Alicia Esposito, Jeana Bryant, and Jade Johnson; great grandchildren, Andrew, Lyra, and Michael; and...
Charles Beilke
Sep 8, 2024
Charles Edward Beilke "Carl", a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, peacefully passed away on September 8, 2024, at Aspirus Hospital at the age of 93. Born on August 7, 1931, in Wausau, WI, Charles was known for his dedication to his family and his love for puzzles, sports, and community involvement.
Charles is survived by his devoted wife of 70...
JoAnn "Joie" Hintz
Sep 4, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of JoAnn "Joie" Mae Hintz, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, who peacefully departed from this world on September 4, 2024. Born on December 1, 1937, in Wausau, WI. JoAnn was a devoted mother to her children Laurie (Jim) Bornowski, William (Will Roach) Hintz, Robert (Paula) Hintz, Jonathan Hintz, and Tina (Tim)...
Ruth E. Bartelt
Sep 1, 2024
Ruth Ellen Bartelt, passed away on September 1, 2024, at Copperleaf Memory Care of Schofield, Wisconsin, at the age of 91. She was born on May 27, 1933, in New Jersey.
Ruth was deeply devoted to her spiritual family in the Congregation and lived a life full of love and compassion side by side with her husband, Lester.
In the early 1960s,...
Robert "Bob" John Seim
Sep 1, 2024
Robert John "Bob" Seim, beloved husband, dad and grandpa, was taken home by his Savior on Sept. 1, 2024, after a 9-year battle with metastatic prostate cancer.
Bob and his twin brother Bill were born May 27, 1946, in Wausau to Leonard and Eleanor (Gruna) Seim. He attended Franklin and St. Michael's Elementary Schools, and graduated from Newman High School in...
Rometta Goetsch
Aug 30, 2024
Rometta Scherr Goetsch, age 85, of Wausau, WI, passed away peacefully on August 30th, 2024, at Primrose Memory Care, Weston, WI. During the weeks prior to her passing, Rometta was blessed with visits and calls by family and friends, and received special care from Primrose and Compassus hospice staff, and clergy from St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. Family was...
Sharon Seltrecht
Aug 30, 2024
Sharon Seltrecht (Dziak) passed away peacefully on August 30, 2024, under the compassionate care of House of Dove Hospice in Marshfield. Born on September 9, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, Sharon married the love of her life, William Seltrecht, on June 13, 1967. Together, they built a life filled with love and joy, raising three boys: William (Wendy) Seltrecht, Randy Seltrecht,...
