Obituaries
Robert Pils
Dec 22, 2025
Robert Pils, Schofield, passed away on Monday, December 22 at Marshfield Medical Center - Weston following a brief battle with lung cancer. He was 87. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Orvilla Pils, brothers in law Ken Seiler (Sylvia), John Seiler (Penny) and Dan Seiler (Betty) and sisters in law Jeannie Zastrow (Ray) and Arlene Sischo...
Lawrence Kober
Dec 18, 2025
Lawrence Stephen Kober(Larry), age 78, passed away on December 18, 2025. He was born on September 13, 1947 in Milwaukee WI to Lucille and Henry Kober. He married Carole Stoll on September 19, 1970.
Lawrence is survived by his wife Carole, 4 children Dawn (David) Metzger, Brenda (Tim) Fons, Tina(TJ) Lesnick and Sean (Robin) Kober. Grandchildren Samantha and Macey Fons, Travis...
Cole C. Watson
Dec 18, 2025
The unexpected passing of Cole has left his family, friends, and loved ones in profound shock, still grappling with the heartbreaking loss. He led a vibrant life and had so much more to experience. His departure is a tragedy that has come far too soon. We will always remember the way he affectionately referred to himself as “big husband.”
In light...
Marion L. Schultz
Dec 17, 2025
Marion L. Schultz, age 96, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2025, at Stone Crest Residence in Wausau, Wi.
Marion was born on January 15, 1929, in Wausau, to Carl and Mabel (Hanson) Hummel. She was one of six children. Marion’s early years were lived in Wausau until the family moved to the countryside, now known as Weston. She graduated from...
Roger Pickering
Dec 16, 2025
Roger F. Pickering, 96, died on the morning of December 16, 2025, at his home in Wausau. He was born on January 31, 1929, in Hatley, WI, to Verne and Dora (Zoromski) Pickering. He married Marianne Stines in Glenview, Illinois, on February 7, 1953.
He is survived by his children, Susan, Wauwatosa, WI; Bill (Joy Tapper), Wauwatosa, WI; and Barbara Dreas...
Leonardo A. Zarko
Dec 14, 2025
With extremely heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of Leonardo Arthur Zarko, who left this world on December 14, 2025, at the age of 35. Born on June 27, 1990, in Illinois, Leo spent his life bringing joy, creativity, and love to those around him.
Leo was the cherished son of Leonardo Zarko and Jennifer Cocks. His vibrant spirit and...
Geneva Ellison
Dec 13, 2025
Geneva Denalda (Delebo) Ellison, age 100, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025 in Wausau, Wisconsin. She was born on September 4, 1925, in Langdon, North Dakota.Geneva was a devoted and cherished mother to her son, Keith (Janis) Ellison, and a loving sister to Donald Delebo. She was a proud grandmother to Kristin (Ben) Gille, Kara (Aaron) Young, Kaitlyn (Eli)...
Sandra Mae Krajewski
Dec 12, 2025
Sandra “Sandy” Mae Krajewski, of Antigo, died peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025. She was 71 years old.
Sandra was born on November 16, 1954, in Antigo, a daughter of the late Eugene Krajewski and Lois (Briggs) Krajewski. She was a graduate of Antigo High School with the class of 1973.
Sandy was a seamstress at Shafner Draperies and Guenther Interiors. She also worked...
Loren LaPorte
Nov 28, 2025
Loren F. La Porte, 98, of Rothschild passed away surrounded by family on Friday, November 28, 2025 at Renaissance Assisted Living, Weston, WI. Loren was born February 17, 1927 to the late Augusta (Zinser) and Arthur La Porte in the Town of Kelly, WI. He attended the one room school house in Kelly and received his secondary education at Wausau...
Richard Dale Habermann
Nov 27, 2025
Richard "Rick" Dale Habermann, 72, of Schofield, WI, passed away on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 27, 2025, surrounded by family at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI.
He was born on September 19, 1953, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Dale and Dona (Barcome) Habermann. Rick graduated from Milwaukee Lutheran High School. On September 13, 1975, he was united in marriage...
William Edward Kallenbach
Nov 21, 2025
William Edward Kallenbach, 70, of Schofield, passed away at Aspirus Hospice House on November 21, 2025.
He was born in Medford, Wisconsin on April 10, 1955- the first-born child of Gerald and Evelyn Kallenbach. Bill attended Fairfield Elementary School and graduated from Medford Senior High School in 1973. He was a member of the choir and worked on the family farm...
Gary Alexander
Nov 18, 2025
Gary Alexander passed away peacefully of natural causes at home in Wausau on November 18. He lived an inspiring life of nearly 91 years and was much loved by all who knew him.
Gary was born at home on January 11, 1935, to Henry and Mary (Williamson) Alexander in Westfield, Wisconsin. He graduated from Westfield High School as class valedictorian and...
Robert Leon Woytasik
Nov 11, 2025
Robert L. Woytasik, 87, of Wausau, passed away at home on November 11, 2025.
He was born on March 8, 1938, to the late Philip and Gleora Woytasik. Robert joined the United States Army on October 15, 1961, and served as a medical specialist in Fort Lewis, Washington until he was honorably discharged. On March 7, 1964, Robert married Audrey L....
Christopher Pire
Nov 10, 2025
Christopher J. Pire, age 61, of Wausau, passed away on November 10, 2025, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, surrounded by his cherished friends and family members.He was born on October 2, 1964, in Wabeno, WI, to the late Robert and Leona (Kluck) Pire.Christopher attended high school at Wabeno High School and later worked for Salvation Army and the Randlin Thrift Store...
Rosemarie Dolores Hoenisch
Nov 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Rosemarie Dolores Hoenisch, a beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left this world on November 8, 2025, at the age of 96. Born on August 8, 1929, in Wausau, to George and Erika (Schoenrock) Lerch, Rosemarie embodied the spirit of love and resilience, touching the lives of all who were fortunate enough...
David Olivarez
Nov 7, 2025
David 74, of Birnamwood WI, was born in Green Bay, WI to his loving parents Joe & Mavis Olivarez, whom met him at the gates of heaven accompanied by his sibling's, Daniel(brother), Tommy(brother), Mary(sister), Ricky(brother-n-law), his loving father and mother-n-law Maxwell & Shirley, his precious grandson Joel "JoJo", his daughter-n-law Michell, and his two nephews Jake and Randy Jr "YO".
He...
Brandon James Gerrits
Nov 1, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Brandon James Gerrits, who left us on November 1, 2025, just shy of his 41st birthday. Born on November 18, 1984, in Green Bay, Brandon's journey through life was one marked by passion, dreams, and hope.
Brandon was the cherished son of Thomas Gerrits and Connie Gerber. He graduated from DC Everest High...
Lindsey Ray Coffman
Oct 31, 2025
Lindsey Coffman, 80, went to be with the Lord on October 31, 2025, at Aspirus Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin. He was born on January 9, 1945, in Marion, Ohio and was the son of James and Thelma Coffman.
On April 2, 1966, he married his high school sweetheart, Brenda Gorenflo, in Marion, Ohio. They remained married for 58 years until her...
Allen Curtis
Oct 29, 2025
Allen G. Curtis, 74, of Weston, passed away on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at Rennes Health & Rehab Center, with his family, Terri Curtis and sons, Doug and Greg Curtis by his side.
Allen was born on October 16, 1951, in Shawano, Wisconsin, the son of the late Glenn and Lola (Breitenfeldt) Curtis. He enjoyed life and laughter with his family...
Michael Pregont
Oct 19, 2025
Michael Allan Pregont, 85, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully, with family by his side on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at Boutwell's Landing in Stillwater, Minnesota.
He was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on January 4, 1940, to the late Louis Pregont and the late Harriet Konieczny Pregont.
Mike graduated from Newman High School in Wausau. He and former wife, Judith A. Walker,...
