Obituaries
Arlene Bruess
Jan 25, 2025
Arlene M. (Sobkowiak) Bruess, 85, passed away on Saturday, January 25th at her home in Wausau, after an unexpected brief battle with lung cancer. Arlene was born in Wausau on April 4, 1939 to the late Felix Sobkowiak and Celia (Kozlowski) Koppa, formerly Sobkowiak. She lived a life full of family, friends, laughter and fun. She joined her Lord peacefully,...
Leora Jane Mitchell
Mar 21, 2025
With a heart as warm as the Wisconsin sun, Leora Jane Mitchell passed peacefully into eternal rest on March 21, at the age of 100. Born in Wausau, on May 21, 1924, Leora graced this world with her kindness, impeccable manners, and unwavering generosity. She spent her entire life in her beloved hometown, where she made an indelible mark on...
Steven Karl Tyrrill
Mar 21, 2025
Steven Karl Tyrrill passed away peacefully on his 69th birthday, surrounded by loving family.
He would have appreciated closing out his last trip around the sun in a very peaceful place surrounded by his loved ones. Steve grew up in Chicago and relocated to Wisconsin in 2020. It was time for a change of pace. He traded the view of Lake...
Roger A. Ormond
Mar 20, 2025
Roger Allen Ormond, 67 of Wausau, Wisconsin passed away on March 20, 2025 at Wausau Manor, surrounded by family, following a battle with cancer.
Roger was born on May 18, 1957 in Neillsville, WI to the late Wayne Eugene and Christine Thereta (Wiater) Ormond. While Roger faced lifelong challenges due to injury in early childhood, he lived a vibrant life and...
Lorraine Gould
Mar 18, 2025
Lorraine (Boots) Gould, age 100 passed away March 18, 2025 at Sylvan Crossing's on Evergreen with her family at her side.
Lorraine was born in Wausau on October 11, 1924 to the late Henry and Rose Haller.
Lorraine married William Gould on September 8, 1947. Lorraine loved being a homemaker and raising her 5 children. Her life revolved around her family. Lorraine...
James "Jim" Warsaw
Mar 16, 2025
Jim Warsaw left his earthly body and joined his first wife, Peggy, and his beloved daughter, Mandy, in the home that was given by the sacrifice of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Jim was surrounded by his wife Jill, his son AJ, and his grandsons Cayden and Cameron. While we are brokenhearted over the void that this has created...
Brian Heier
Mar 10, 2025
It is with profound sadness, that our family announces the death of, Brian J Heier, of Weston WI. After a lengthy, courageous, always positive, never complaining fight with cancer, he peacefully lost his battle in the early hours of March 10th, 2025, surrounded by close family.
As a friend stated, "He fought it a long time, and never changed his personality."...
Kevin Krake
Mar 7, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kevin Krake, age 59 of Weston, WI. Kevin peacefully departed this life on the morning of March 7, 2025.
Kevin was born to David and Patricia (Kempf) Krake in Wausau, WI. Upon graduation from D.C. Everest High School in 1983, Kevin became an employee at Kolbe Windows & Doors where...
Dale Langbehn
Mar 6, 2025
Dale William Langbehn April 22, 1938 - March 6, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our father and grandfather, Dale William Langbehn, who peacefully left us on March 6, 2025. Dale lived a remarkable 86 years, filled with love for his family and a passion for sports and teaching.
Born in Clinton, Iowa,...
Elverna Joy Imig
Mar 3, 2025
Elverna Joy Imig, age 84, of Weston, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3, 2025, with family by her side and her beloved husband, Norm, awaiting her in heaven.
A Vistation will be held on Thursday, March 13th from 10:00 AM until time of Funeral Service at 11:00 AM at Wausau Bible Church, 1300 Grand Ave in Wausau, WI with...
Mary Beth Sowinski
Mar 1, 2025
It is with warm hearts and fond memories that we announce the passing of Mary Beth Sowinski, who left us peacefully surrounded by her family on March 1, 2025, at the age of 73.
Born on April 23, 1951, to the late Robert and Marjorie Schulz, she spent her youngest years in the Wittenberg area before moving to Schofield. Mary Beth...
Sandra Gottschalk
Mar 1, 2025
Gottschalk, Sandra M., peacefully passed away at home on March 1, 2025.
Sandy was the oldest child of Alfred and Gladys (Seehafer) Duranceau, born on April 8, 1941. She graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1959.
In 1963, she married Allen E. Gottschalk in Wausau and they moved to South Dakota while he served in the Air Force. After service, they...
Robert Rakow
Feb 26, 2025
Bob 'Rock' Rakow, 86, Weston passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 at Renaissance Assisted Living-Weston under the care of St Croix Hospice after a short illness. He was born on June 12th, 1938 in Wausau, WI, the son of the late Herman & Corra (Trantow) Rakow. He graduated from Wausau High School in 1956 and...
Doris Erdman
Feb 26, 2025
Doris Ella Edrman, age 92 (but she would have been 93 on March 12th), unexpectedly passed away on February 26, 2025 with her family by her side.
Doris was born on March 12, 1932 in Rib Falls to the late Richard and Bertha (Punke) Sodke. She attended school at Rib Falls up until 8th grade. She was very proud to get...
Senta Marie Lambrecht
Feb 25, 2025
Senta Marie Lambrecht, 95, passed away peacefully at Aspirus Wausau Hospital on February 25, 2025. She was the only child of William “Captain Bill” and Norma (Brown) Kasten.
Senta Marie graduated from Wausau High School in 1947 and enrolled in the Bellin Nursing School in Green Bay, graduating as an RN in 1950. She married Raymond Lambrecht of Wausau that year...
Ronald A. Brusky
Feb 23, 2025
Ronald Brusky of Wausau passed away unexpectedly at his home on his 85th birthday, Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Ron was born on February 23, 1940 in the Town of Hewitt, Wisconsin to the late Aloys and Louise (Kostka) Brusky.
He was employed at Greenheck Fan in the maintenance department until his retirement. Ron was united in marriage to Claire Hassenfuss and together...
Joyce Plaza
Feb 19, 2025
Joyce Mildred "Millie" Plaza, age 83, passed away peacefully at her home in Kronenwetter on February 19, 2025 after an abundant life filled with friends, family and good memories.
Joyce was born in Merrill, WI to Leonard Woller and Mildred Woller on April 24, 1941. She cherished the memories of farm life with her siblings and often referred to that time...
Phillip Whitman
Feb 19, 2025
Phillip "Phil" S. Whitman, of Kronenwetter, passed away February 19, 2025, at his home with his wife by his side, along with his fur babies, Louie the dog and Winston the cat. He was under the care of Interim Hospice Healthcare. Phil was born in Chicago, IL on January 27, 1944, to Don and Delilah (Moss) Whitman. He graduated from...
Thomas W. Nienow
Feb 18, 2025
Thomas W. Nienow
Tom passed away on February 18, 2025 and was born on May 22, 1933 in Brokaw, WI to Harry and Elnora Nienow. He had one brother, Harry and 7 sisters, Delores, Marion, Patricia, Joan, Darlene, Virginia and Carol. He married Marjorie on March 7, 1953. He is survived by his wife of 72 years Marjorie, their daughter Linda...
Francis Lorbiecki
Feb 17, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francis "Frank" Ferdinand Lorbiecki, who left us peacefully on February 17, 2025, at the age of 88. He was born on May 23, 1936, in Franzen, Wisconsin, to Rupert and Pearl Lorbiecki.
Frank was a proud veteran who served in the Army from June 19, 1956, to June 18, 1958...
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