Obituaries

Forrest James Ryan

Forrest James Ryan

Feb 3, 2024

Forrest James Ryan passed away on February 3, 2024, at Rennes Hospice in Weston.

He was born on August 27, 1958, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to the late James and Sandra M. Ryan.

Forrest is survived by his brother, Barry (Linda Maly) Ryan; and sister, Kelly (Nick) Erickson; niece, Jen (Matt) Folz; nephews, Lee (Terri) Ryan, and Nickolas (Nichole Sullivan) Erickson.

Per his wishes,...

Thomas Scott

Thomas Scott

Jan 31, 2024

Thomas C. Scott, passed away on January 31, 2024, after a five-year battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia which included a bone marrow transplant, three and a half years of morphological remission, and two relapses within that time. Tom was born on January 11, 1973, in Wausau. Tom touched and inspired the lives of all who knew him with his loving...

Jeffrey Francin

Jeffrey Francin

Jan 31, 2024

Jeffrey Francin peacefully passed away on January 31, 2024, at the age of 71, after a difficult battle with leukemia. Born on May 7, 1952, in Fond du Lac, WI, he was the cherished son of the late Roland and Celayne Francin.

Jeff's unwavering love and devotion to his family, along with his infectious laughter and kind-hearted spirit, will be deeply...

Rosemary Brasch

Rosemary Brasch

Jan 30, 2024

Rosemary Brasch age 93, of Wausau passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at Wellington Place in Rib Mountain.



She was born December 3, 1930, in Polar, Wisconsin to the late Elmer and Mabel (Tews) Fischer. After graduating from Antigo High School Rosemary moved to Wausau to seek employment. On July 1, 1950, she married fellow Antigo High School classmate, Eldren...

Cynthia D. Robbins

Cynthia D. Robbins

Jan 30, 2024

Cynthia Diane Robbins, 65, of Wausau, passed away peacefully at home on January 30, 2024. 

Cindy was born on June 24, 1958 in Wausau daughter of the late Leo and Diane Mucha. She was a graduate of Wausau East High School Class of 1976 and later obtained her degree from NTC. During the course of career she has worked many jobs...

John Alan Marshall

John Alan Marshall

Jan 28, 2024

John Alan Marshall entered eternal life on Sunday, January 28th, 2024, surrounded by family. The youngest of two children, he was born on October 31, 1943, to Grace and John R. Marshall in Valley City, North Dakota and grew up on a farm in Noltimier/Alta township, North Dakota. John graduated as salutatorian from Noltimier Consolidated High School. He was a...

Ellen Runnoe

Ellen Runnoe

Jan 27, 2024

Ellen M. Runnoe, 69, of Wausau, passed away on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

She was born on May 29, 1954, to James and Mary Ann (Gleichner) Schmitt, in Two Rivers, Wisconsin.

Ellen grew up in Two Rivers, WI attended Roncalli High School. She enrolled in college at Silver Lake and went on to graduate from St. Norbert’s college in 1976.

Ellen was a...

Peter Timothy Nolan

Peter Timothy Nolan

Jan 25, 2024

Wausau-Peter Timothy Nolan, 70, passed away on January 25, 2024 at Aspirus Hospital from complications of COVID and interstitial pulmonary fibrosis.

He was born in Kenosha to Robert Nolan and Bonny Nolan (Jonas).  He attended Kenosha Unified Schools and earned a bachelor’s degree in engineering from Gateway in Kenosha.

He was a talented journeyman, and gifted in mechanical designs, creating many amazing...

Patricia J. Schoonover

Patricia J. Schoonover

Jan 19, 2024

Patricia "Pat" Joan Schoonover, 86, left this earth for her heavenly home on Friday, January 19, 2024. She passed away peacefully at her home in Weston.

She was born on October 2nd, 1937, to the late Walter and Margaret (Dault) Schoonover, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. At age 5, her family moved to Schofield.

Pat attended St. Mary's School; Wausau followed by Lower Kelly...

Patricia Kampfer

Patricia Kampfer

Jan 12, 2024

 

 With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Patricia (Pat). She was called to her heavenly home on January 12th, 2024. She left us while sleeping peacefully at Rennes Health and Rehab Weston, Wisconsin under the care of Aspirus Care and Comfort Hospice. She was in her 88th year.

  Pat was born at St. Luke's...

Betty Burgess

Betty Burgess

Jan 11, 2024

 

Betty L. Burgess, 90, of Spread Eagle, Wis, passed away Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Pride TLC, Weston, Wis.

She was born March 6, 1933, in Sagola, Mich., daughter of the late Arnold and Alva Simondsen.  Betty grew up outside Sagola and was a graduate of Channing High School, class 1951.  Betty married Ray Burgess on October 27, 1951.

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Kurt Scheidemann

Kurt Scheidemann

Jan 10, 2024

Kurt Phillip Scheidemann, 62, of Wausau, WI, passed away on January 10, 2024. Born on June 24, 1961, in his beloved hometown of Wausau, Kurt was a cherished father, brother, and friend.

Kurt spent his formative years in Wausau, where he graduated from high school and embarked on a life dedicated to making a positive impact. He found fulfillment in his...

Norman "Nibs" Chack

Norman "Nibs" Chack

Jan 10, 2024

 

Norman "Nibs" Raymond Chack, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and veteran, passed away on January 10, 2024, at the age of 85. He was born on January 16, 1938, in Wausau, WI, to the late Sigmund and Rose Chack. Norman resided in Schofield, WI, throughout his life and proudly served our country in the United States Navy.

After enlisting...

Judith Louise Marshall

Judith Louise Marshall

Jan 6, 2024

Judith Louise (Dierks) Marshall, 79, entered eternal life peacefully with her children by her side on January 6, 2024, after a battle with gallbladder cancer. The oldest of four children, Judith was born November 14, 1944, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Maythel and Ernest Dierks while her father was in the Army in World War II. Judith grew up...

Dr. Robert E. Cadwell

Dr. Robert E. Cadwell

Jan 6, 2024

Robert Edward Cadwell MD, passed away on Jan. 6, 2024, at the age of 87.  He was born February 12, 1936, in Fort Dodge, Iowa to William E. and Gladys F. (Chevalier) Cadwell.  He married his high school sweetheart, Lucille "Lucy" Halligan in 1962.

Bob received his degree in Mechanical Engineering from Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa and his Medical...

Benjamin F. Powell

Benjamin F. Powell

Jan 4, 2024

Benjamin Franklin Powell III, born November 7, 1936, died on January 4, 2024, in Victor Harbor, Australia.On April 30, 1960, Ben married Barbara Jensen. Together they spent a wonderful life until her death in April 2021.Ben taught at NorthCentral Technical College for 36 years. His profession as a teacher of adults was a craft which brought him joy, but as...

David Otto Zimmerman

David Otto Zimmerman

Jan 3, 2024

    David Otto Zimmerman died peacefully in his home on January 3, 2024. David was born on January 20,1944 in Wausau, WI to the late Arlene Foster. He graduated from Wausau High School in 1962. On a rainy April 13th day in 1968 he married Kathleen (Milne) Zimmerman. They were married for nearly 50 years before her passing on...

Richard O. Wohlford

Richard O. Wohlford

Jan 3, 2024

Richard Oscar Wohlford, a beloved member of the Wausau community, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2024, at the age of 87. Born on July 4, 1936, in Wausau, Wisconsin, Richard's remarkable journey through life touched the hearts of all who knew him.

Richard worked for GTE Telephone Company for over 35 years before retirement; but it was his passion...

Roger Lee Passow

Roger Lee Passow

Dec 31, 2023

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Roger Lee Passow on December 31, 2023. Born on February 16, 1962, in Wausau, Roger was a beloved father, respected paramedic, mechanic, and a cherished member of the community.

Roger's life was one of adventure and compassion, always seeking to serve others in their time of...

Verna Peter

Verna Peter

Dec 30, 2023

 

Verna Lee Peter, a beloved member of the community and a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant in the healthcare industry, peacefully passed away on December 30, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born on October 6, 1936, in Wausau, WI, to her late parents.

Verna, she valiantly served as a Certified Nursing Assistant, providing compassionate care to those...

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