Obituaries

Griffith R Matthews

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

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

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...

Nick Bertino

Nick Bertino

Oct 24, 2023

 

George "Nick" Bertino a beloved husband, father, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2023, at the age of 74. Born on August 28, 1949, in Joliet, Illinois, Nick lived a vibrant and fulfilling life that touched the hearts of everyone he encountered.

Nick's passion for music was evident from an early age. With his mesmerizing skills with vocals, playing...

Rose Marie Towle

Rose Marie Towle

Oct 22, 2023

Rose Marie (Borski) Towle was born May 19, 1936 and died October 22, 2023.  She was the middle daughter of the late Victor & Clara (Kwiatkowski) Borski. Together with her brother, James, and sister Kathy she grew up in Wausau where she attended St. Mary's Grade School and Wausau Senior High School graduating in 1954.

Rose was employed at Wisconsin...

Marlene Brusky

Marlene Brusky

Oct 22, 2023

 

Marlene Brusky, 80, of Schofield, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023.

She was born on January 18, 1943, in Illinois to the late Laona Klepps.

She is survived by her husband, Howard Brusky; her daughter, Lisa (Bill) Meurer; as well as nieces, nephews and friends. 

Marlene is preceded in death by her first husband, David Kmiecik; and her...

William M Robichaud

William M Robichaud

Oct 21, 2023

 

William (Bill) Mead Robichaud of Wausau, WI, age 90, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2023, from a malignant brain tumor.  He was born on June 14,1933, in Oconto Falls, WI, and grew up in Florence, WI, the youngest of three children.  He is survived by his loving wife, Lynda Robichaud, his daughters Nicki (Doug) Patterson, Renee (Frank) Stains,...

Claire Radtke

Claire Radtke

Oct 14, 2023

 

Claire R. (Showen) Radtke 93 of Wausau passed away quietly with family at her side on Saturday October 14, 2023, while under the care of Aspirus Hospice House.

Claire was born October 18, 1929, in Gay Mills Wisconsin to the late Roy and Merule (Watson) Showen. Claire was united in marriage to Leonard R. Radtke on October 15, 1949,...

Sarah L Ziegler

Sarah L Ziegler

Oct 14, 2023

On Saturday, October 14th, 2023, Sarah Lorraine Ziegler, loving wife, mother, sister, and daughter, passed away at the age of 36, after a valiant battle with cancer.

Sarah was born August 31, 1987, to Bernie and Jolene (Albers) Knox in El Paso, Texas. She spent most of her childhood in Rhinelander, WI. On October 4th, 2008, Sarah married her high...

Susan R Weinkauf

Susan R Weinkauf

Oct 13, 2023

Susan Weinkauf, a beloved member of the Wausau community and a loving mother, peacefully passed away at her home on October 13, 2023, at the age of 90. She lived independently on her own terms, until her very last day. She left a lasting impact on all who knew her and will be deeply missed.

Susan was born on April...

Marko "Mark" Zelich

Marko "Mark" Zelich

Oct 12, 2023

Marko "Mark" Zelich, died at age 95 peacefully on Thursday October 12, 2023.

He was born September 3, 1928 in South Milwaukee, WI to the late Savan and Ida Zelich. His mother died when Mark was 7, leaving him and his two younger brothers to be raised by his father. His sons had the deepest love and respect for their...

Roger Merry

Roger Merry

Oct 12, 2023

 

Roger C. Merry, 81, a loving father and grandfather passed away in his home on Thursday, October 12, 2023.

He was born on June 11, 1942, to the late Charles and Anne (Tronnes) Merry, in Duluth, MN. When Roger was 13, he moved to Kelly Lake, MN, where he attended Hibbing High School, graduating in 1960.  Upon graduation, he...

Daniel E Loos

Daniel E Loos

Oct 6, 2023

Daniel E. Loos, age 71, of Weston Wi, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, October 6, 2023, after three years of treatment for pancreatic cancer.

Dan was born on November 9, 1951, to the late Henry and Elaine (Roubal) Loos of Wausau.  In September 1998, Dan was a lucky recipient of a liver transplant, the "Gift of...

Caryl J. Marone

Caryl J. Marone

Oct 4, 2023

 

Caryl Joann Marone of Weston, formerly of the Town of Maine, passed away with her family by her side on Wednesday, October 4, 2023.  She was born to Earl and Ella Katz in Detroit, Michigan on August 20, 1932. 

Caryl was united in marriage to Marshal Lynn Marone on April 11, 1953, at The Evangelical Lutheran Church of...

Andrew David Burgoyne

Andrew David Burgoyne

Sep 30, 2023

 

Andrew David Burgoyne, 85, passed away on the evening of September 30, 2023 at Homme Home in Wittenberg. He was born on December 20, 1937, the youngest of four boys born to Harry and Mary Burgoyne (Doerr). He attended Schofield grade school and graduated from DC Everest in 1957. He was awarded the distinction of being the 1st All...

Robert H Philipp

Robert H Philipp

Sep 29, 2023

Robert (Rob) Philipp

1961-2023

Robert Harold Philipp, a loving father, son, brother and friend to many passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023 at the age of 61. He is survived by his mother; Shirley, his son; Matthew (Jerica) Philipp, granddaughter; Parker, grandsons; Jaxton, Jedrix, Jaylex and Maddix, sisters; Pam and Trish, along with several nieces and loved ones. Rob...

Tyler Wayne Inda

Tyler Wayne Inda

Sep 27, 2023

In Loving Memory of Tyler Wayne Inda

Tyler Wayne Inda, Wausau, WI, passed away unexpectedly in a motor vehicle accident on September 27, 2023, at the untimely age of 38. Born on March 25, 1985, in Berlin, WI, Tyler brought light and joy into the lives of all who knew him.

Tyler's adventurous spirit and genuine compassion touched the hearts...

Kathleen Ann Eickhoff

Kathleen Ann Eickhoff

Sep 27, 2023

On the evening of September 27th, 2023, Kathleen Eickhoff (formerly Kruesel) passed away after a two-year battle with dementia at the Morningstar Facility in Lone Tree, CO. Kathy was 75 years old, born on July 31st, 1948 in Bethesda, Maryland while her father was stationed there in the Navy. She was the first child and daughter of Walter Kruesel and...

Arleen Ringle Evjue

Arleen Ringle Evjue

Sep 26, 2023

Arleen Ringle Evjue was born on May 11, 1925, in Wausau WI to Leander and Adele Ringle. She passed away on Tuesday September 26, 2023, at Rennes Health and Rehab in Wausau. There was nothing more important to Arleen than her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many dogs. There was never an animal she didn't love. 

Arleen was a lifetime...

Darol Peterson

Darol Peterson

Sep 19, 2023

Darol G. Peterson of Wausau passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, in his home on Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the age of 81.

Darol graduated from Cumberland, WI high school. He joined the Marine Corps and received an Honorable Discharge on May 15, 1966.

He met his wife, Audrey “Ruth” Rogers, while they were both serving in the Marines,...

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