Obituaries
Rosalie J. Borchardt
May 16, 2024
Rosalie Borchardt, 86, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2024, with her family by her side.
Rosalie was born on January 10, 1938, to the late Harold and Dorene Soik in Plover, Wisconsin. She worked on the family farm throughout her childhood. Rosalie graduated from P.J. Jacobs High School, Stevens Point, WI and began work at Sentry Insurance in the clerical...
David Zimmerman
May 16, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of David Vern Zimmerman, who peacefully departed from this world on May 16, 2024, in Wausau, WI. Born on June 23, 1953, in Milwaukee, WI, David leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.David was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Lori Zimmerman, whom he married on...
Scott J. Prinz
May 13, 2024
Scott J. Prinz, 67, of Weston, Wisconsin passed away on May 13, 2024.
Scott was born August 11, 1956 to the late William and Dolores (Hantz) Prinz. He was a 1974 graduate of Wausau East High School. He retired from Sara Lee Corporation after 30 years of service. Scott was united in marriage to Tina Gass on August 14, 2021 at...
Charles Henry Reed
May 7, 2024
Charles Henry Reed, a faithful servant of Jesus Christ, was called to his heavenly home on May 7, 2024. He was 86 years young.Charles was born September 8, 1937, son of Henry Joseph and Laura Mae (Clark) Reed, Town of Mosinee, Marathon County, Wisconsin. He went to a one-room school, and graduated from Marathon High School in 1956. He married...
Geraldine Betty Luscher
May 6, 2024
Geraldine Betty Luscher, age 97, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2024, surrounded by her family, to be reunited with her husband of 77 years, Glenn. She was born on March 29, 1927 in Owen, WI to the late Harold and Mildred Teitsch.Geri expanding her knowledge and sharing information with others about Jehovah.Geri will be forever cherished and deeply missed...
Robert W. Knishka
May 3, 2024
Robert Wayne “Bob” Knishka, 90, of Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday May 3, 2024, his loving wife at his side. He was born on April 10, 1934, to Joseph Jr and Susan Knishka in Park Falls, Wisconsin. After graduating from Park Falls High School Bob volunteered for the U.S. Navy from 1953 to 1957 achieving the rank of...
Patrick Timothy Hare
May 2, 2024
Hare, Patrick T.
Passed away on May 2, 2024 at the age of the 74. Pat was born on August 31, 1949 in Milwaukee to the late Arthur and Margaret. After high school, he enlisted in the United States Army to proudly serve our country during the Vietnam war. After being honorably discharged, he joined the Postal Service and worked as...
Joan E Bergeth
Apr 28, 2024
Joan Edel Bergeth, 93, passed away peacefully in the early hours of April 28, 2024 at Our House Assisted Living, Wausau.Joan was born in Sacred Heart, MN on March 8, 1931, daughter of Agnes and John Kittelsland. She attended Luther College. On August 15, 1953, she married Herman J. Bergeth, they were married almost 50 years until Herm passed away...
Tirzah Lou Clark
Apr 27, 2024
Tirzah Lou Clark (nee: Ellsworth) was born in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, in November of 1929 to Sheridan and Lucille Ellsworth. The name “Tirzah” means delight and pleasantness. She was the oldest of three children and although Tirzah is a lovely name, she did not like it as a child. When her sister was born 5 years later, big sister Tirzah...
Nancy L. Wunsch
Apr 26, 2024
Nancy L. Wunsch of Rib Mountain, Wisconsin passed away on April 26, 2024. She is the daughter of the Ann (Smith) Hett and Norbert (Pete) Hett. Nancy will be deeply missed by her devoted husband James (Jim) Wunsch of 60 years, her two daughters and best friends Christine (Jon) Cieslewicz and Kelle (Dale) Taylor....
Karen Jean Grove
Apr 26, 2024
Karen Grove, 83, formerly of Rothschild, died Friday, April 26, 2024, after a series of illnesses at Mountain Terrace Senior Living, Wausau.She was born December 3, 1940, in Wausau to Martin and Marie (Leitzke) Rubow. Survivors include her husband Allen, Rothschild; daughters Christine (Bruce) Luebbe, Town of Reid, and Patricia Grove, Rothschild; two nephews Michael Grove, Green Bay, and Timothy...
Carolyn Tesch
Apr 24, 2024
Carolyn Ruth Tesch, age 90, of Eagle River, WI, died Wednesday April 24,2024 at Marshfield Medical Center-Marshfield of cancer.
Carolyn is survived by her husband, Roger Tesch; son Michael Tesch (Gayle), Wausau, WI; daughters Theresa Farkas (Mike), Cross Lake, MN, Susan Lund (Jim), Chatham, IL and Mary Klunenberg (Greg), Denver, IA and 11 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
She was preceded in...
Mary June Koepke
Apr 24, 2024
It is with deep sorrow and broken hearts that we announce the passing of Mary June Koepke on April 24, 2024, surrounded by the love and prayer of family and friends. Mary was born June 19, 1929, in Milwaukee to parents Raymond and Lucille Schaefer.
Mary graduated from Holy Angels High School in Milwaukee in 1947. After high school she...
Brent A. Bell
Apr 21, 2024
Brent A. Bell, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday April 21, 2024 of a heart condition, at his home in Wausau, WI.
Brent was born September 6, 1974, in Racine, WI to Gerald and Betty Bell, and graduated from D. C. Everest High School. He was a window mill worker at Kolbe & Doors Wausau, WI.
Brent is survived by his...
John H. Sittler
Apr 19, 2024
John “Jack” H. Sittler, 95, Wausau, passed away peacefully early in the morning on April 19, 2024, at Aspirus Hospice House, Wausau.
Jack was born on October 18, 1928, to J. Henry and Elsie A. (Bleck) Sittler, in Peru, Illinois. After graduating high school, he served in the Army Reserves. He married Renata M. Hassler on November 21, 1951, before being called to active service. He did basic training in San Diego and was stationed overseas where he flew in 94 missions and received the Distinguished Flying Cross. Following service, he attended Butler...
JoAnne Cerny
Apr 14, 2024
JoAnne Lund Cerny, 92, Wausau, died peacefully at Stonecrest Residence on April 14, 2024. JoAnne was born June 29, 1931, in Davenport, lowa to the late Lillian (Ofsdahl) and Christ Lund. She was a graduate of Wausau High School and received a Bachelor's Degree from UW Stevens Point. She was an elementary school teacher in Wausau for many years.
JoAnne...
Thomas D. Gresen
Apr 13, 2024
Thomas Dean Gresen, a life-long member of the Wausau community, passed away on April 13, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on December 24, 1948, in Wausau, WI, Thomas was a paint contractor in the construction industry. He leaves behind cherished memories with his fiance’, his son and family.
Thomas was known for his love of fishing, golfing, racing, baseball,...
Donald R. Sarenpa
Apr 12, 2024
Coffee black, cigarettes, start this day like all the rest.That was Donny (71) of Schofield, WI. Don passed away on Friday, April 12, 2024, from his battle with cancer. Don was born 10/18/1952, in Minneapolis, MN, to his late parents, Rudolph & Irene (Koskela) Sarenpa.He married Barbara "Barb" Swedowski on September 17, 1976, in Wausau, WI.Don was first a machinist,...
Richard Viergutz
Apr 9, 2024
Richard A. Viergutz, 76, of Antigo, passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, with family by his side. He was born November 13, 1947, to the late Norman and Betty Viergutz, in Wausau, Wisconsin.Dick was a Vietnam Vet, a son, brother, father and grandpa. He married his first wife, Rita Bolhman Swanson and together they had two daughters, Barb and...
Carol Larson
Apr 7, 2024
Carol Larson passed away peacefully on April 7, 2024. She spent 96 years on this earth as a mother, daughter, wife, teacher, grandmother, great grandmother, Den Leader for her sons, and Brownie Leader for her daughter. Many friends and family will always remember her through her gifts of cross stitch and knitting. She donated winter caps and mittens to St....
