Donald Fellbaum

Donald "Tojo" Fellbaum, 82, of Wausau, passed away on October 20, 2017 at Ascension St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. Tojo was born on August 30, 1935 at home in Stettin to the late Edwin and Leona (Mueller) Fellbaum. Tojo grew up doing what he loved, farming. He helped manage the home farm until his retirement. He then resided with his Guardian and sister, Ardell. Tojo spent much of his time with family doing various activities. He also enjoyed his daily breakfast at the Blue Willow Café and company Vicki, Bonnie, and Adi. As the care of Tojo was the utmost priority, always by Ardell, it became a larger chore, and Tojo's new home became Gardenside Crossings. His engaging personality earned him many new friends. He enjoyed swimming, which was something new to him and he fit in quickly. He had a one of a kind personality; everyone who knew him loved him and was so grateful to call him a friend. Family was the most important thing to Tojo and as grateful as he was to have us, we were more grateful to have him as a brother, brother-in-law, uncle or cousin. He will be greatly missed by all. He is survived by his siblings; Ramona Ulrich, Arlyle (Carl) Schmidt, Arden (Arlene) Fellbaum, Darlene Osness, Ardell Salzwedel, Lorna (Joe) Grabko, and Sharon Schultz; godson Ryan Schultz; sister-in-law Pauline Fellbaum; and his many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Vernon Fellbaum and Dennis Fellbaum; and sisters Marcella Beckman and Beverly Fellbaum. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 24, at Salem Ev. Lutheran Church, 2822 N 6th St, Wausau, WI 54403. Rev. Jeffery Mahnke of St. Peter Ev. Lutheran Church will officiate. Visitation will be held on Monday, October 23, from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at the church and again on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Salem Lutheran Church or to the family for a memorial in Tojo's honor at a later date. The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff of Blue Willow for their hospitality over the many years; the staff at Gardenside Crossings especially Amy; the staff at Ascension St. Clare's for their wonderful care especially Dr. Jung; a heartfelt thank-you to Pastor Jeffery Mahnke for the special conversations with Tojo; and to Ardell - Tojo's guardian and special care giver for more than 30 years. Brainard Funeral Home - Wausau Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com. We love you our "Little Man"