WAUSAU - It was a mid-January Saturday and Michael Schlund and Aaron Kowalski were in a garage practicing building a brick wall, over and over. They know how to build a brick wall. Michael Mike J. Luhtala, 56, Rothschild, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a long illness. He was also a teacher at Pilgrim Lutheran School in Minneapolis, MN. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Wausau Daily. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Sister of Lance (Rosie) Melville and Carol (Ronald) Patterson. Further survived by other family members and friends. Keith L. Jones Keith Jones, 68, beloved Husband, was called to his eternal resting place on February 27, 2023 after a 5 year struggle with COPD. Visit this link to create a free obituary then read the advantages of creating an obituary on Echovita and either click Start now or Create an obituary for your loved to begin. Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 9000 West Capitol Drive, Milwaukee, WI 53222, on Friday, May 27, 2022, 1-2:30PM. 'Jinny' Krueger, 79, of Merrill, passed away Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at Aspirus Medford Hospital. To submit an obituary please send to obits@dailyherald.com Please include the following with the obituary: Your name, home address and phone number Name and phone number of funeral home,. *After the obituary is entered into our system, you will be sent a proof with the charges and are asked to approve and provide your credit card information. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Wausau, Wisconsin on facebook. God led him to meet and then marry the former June Raymaker. Linda is survived by her Read More, Joyce Ann Kreft December 20, 1941 - February 26, 2023 Joyce Ann Kreft of Athens, WI, left this world so very peacefully on Sunday afternoon, Read More, LeRoy S. Swanson Jr. died Thursday, February 23, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Norman Beloved father, son, and brother John Wesley Wilcott, Born April 14, 1962, passed away unexpectedly on December 25, 2021. His comforting memory (and truly awful puns) will be carried on by parents Wesley and June Wilcott; daughters Stephanie (CJ) Noggle and Mindy (Cody) Lee; and siblings Donald Wilcott, Patti Maher, and Debbi (Dan) Bree. At John's request there will be no Read More, Delmar Kolbe passed away peacefully on March 2, 2023, at North Central Health Care Center, with family at his side. He was preceded in death by his son Richard, his sister Dejon and his parents. Chuck was born September 30, 1958 Read More, Virginia A. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Austin Gregory Wolff to show support. Gwen later went on to receive her Master's Degree from UW Stevens Point. He then attended UW Madison and graduated in 1958 with a degree in Economics. St. Stephen's Lutheran Church. Preceded in death by his grandparents Roy and Geraldine Oleson, his grandfather Kenneth Wilcox, and dogs Wyatt and Grady. For many years Joe was a truck driver at Wausau Homes. Dave was raised on his family farm in the Halsey township near Athens and in 1958, graduated from the Athens High School. He was born January 10, 1925, in Niagara, Wis., son of the late Adam and Apolonia (Novak) Sherman. *After the memoriam is entered into our system, you will be sent a proof with the charges and are asked to approve and provide your credit card information. While he hears the announcers and the crowd (thousands of people watch the competition), they are just background static. In Wausau, Joanne was a volunteer for Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Meals on Wheels, school William "Bill" G, Taylor 71 of Tomah and formerly Wausau, died Friday June 17, 2022 at the Department of Veterans Affairs Hospital Tomah. The Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. "But I knew from the beginning everything wasn't falling in line. January 15, 2023 (82 years old) Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. "I did it my way!" Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Upon completion of his military service, he returned to school and ultimately Robert 'Bob' Maly - A loving and faithful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend passed away November 18, 2021 in the arms of his devoted wife, Donna. Loving husband of Beth (n?e Hughes) for 71 years. So yeah, Kowalski had another run in. Schlund put down 759 bricks in that hour. Special friend of Kirby Sheldon. Schlund loves the truck. And, thank you also to the doctors and nurses from Saint Josephs Hospital Surgical ICU whose efforts and compassion will not be forgotten. Yes, simply click Add a photo located underneath the main photo of the obituary then upload the photos/videos you wish to share. Prepare a personalized obituary for someone you loved.. Search Wausau obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. They were united in marriage on August 12, 1995 in Wausau. But Schlund and Kowalski didn't know that while they were practicing for the event. Dave joined the United States Marine Corp and in September of 1956 he was stationed in Las Vegas, Nevada. Arlene was born on February 2, 1930 Read More, Dale N. Buntrock Sr., 81 of Wittenberg, died on Saturday, February 18, 2023 at Mount View Care Center in Wausau, surrounded by family while under Read More, Submit an obit for publication in any local newspaper and on Legacy. The couple lived in Racine, and Wausau where they raised their three children, and Columbus, Ohio, prior to moving to Middleton in 1999 upon her husband's retirement. George was born at home on August 16, 1932 to George and Mary (Kennedy) Klinker in New Lisbon, WI. Download Wausau Daily Herald and enjoy it on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. A photo is $10 additional. Delmar was raised on the family farm in the town of Marathon, WI. Wausau, WI George Dennis Klinker, Age 90 of Wausau, WI passed away on Saturday February 25, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital with family by his side. Funeral services are pending. He was born May 4, 1951 to James and Irene (Weiss) Taylor in Wausau, WI. Once retired, he volunteered putting together the weekly bulletins. A full obituary will follow soon. They built a life together and Mike stood by Cathys side Michael Mike J. Luhtala, 56, Rothschild, passed away on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, following a long illness. Wausau East | Wausau West | ATHENS | EDGAR| MARATHON, CONTACT US | local_floristSEND FLOWERS| FACEBOOK, Athens | Edgar | | Marathon | Wausau East | Wausau West. "I got my trophy," he said. He asked Kowalski, "You got another run in you? Search Wausau obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. Mr. Petersen is preceded in death by his parents, and his sister Carol Ann Sterling. The Wausau Daily Herald is proud to offer We Remember memorial pages. Cherished grandmother of Matthew and Anika Albers. Joanne was a 1954 graduate of Neenah High School and a 1958 graduate of UW-Madison with a B.S. Please include the following with the obituary: Submit information by 3 p.m. Monday through Friday for next day's publication and by 1 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and all major holidays for next day's publication. The family would like to thank the wonderful people at DaVita Dialysis of Wausau and Shawano, and at North Central Health Care Aquatic Therapy Center, who loving cared for Jerry for so many years. "He was so into what he was doing, everything else didn't matter.". Trenton was Read More, Kindra Leigh Lucas 35, passed away peacefully at Marshfield Medical Center Palliative Care Unit on February 10, 2023. Find the right funeral home to guide your family through end-of-life planning. degree in education, where she was affiliated with Chi Omega sorority. Joyce Ann was born December 20, 1941, at her familys farmhouse near Athens in the Town of Bern, the daughter of Cyril and Catherine (Schmidt) Kreft. In her younger years Yvonne worked at the former Wausau Insurance Company for many years and then went on to work in the lunch program at G.D. Jones Yvonne I. Mais, 86, Wausau passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2023, at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. But the practice session was about a lot more than just building a wall; they were building with speed, honing their bricklaying and timing skills to a razor sharp edge. Following his retirement from Kolbe and Kolbe, he had the opportunity to travel and loved going to gospel concerts. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son Jay, daughter Jo (Pat) Young and five grandchildren, Isaac, Sydney, Samantha, Victoria and Carter. Following High School,. 2, 2023. That means that Kowalski Masonry will be able to compete with another team at the regional competition. Jean is preceded in death by her husband Pete (2004), and survived by her son, Mike Kramer (Susie) of Mequon, daughter Sue (Kramer) Yass Charlotte Jean Robinson, 82, of Gilmer, TX and previously of Sun City West, AZ was born July 27, 1939 in Zion, IL to Walter and Ruth Malinoski, and passed peacefully from this world with her beloved husband, Dale, of 63 years by her side. "I know how fast I've got to go," Schlund said. All Memorials and Obituaries (59) Rochester, Minnesota Agnes Sharer 1934 2023 Ricky Allan Paap. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Funeral Service at 2:30PM. Lonnie married the love of his life, Peggy Gerke, on September 3, 1966. View obituary. Gerritt was born on September 8, 1928 Read More, John S. Jagerson, 72, town of Easton passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Creating an obituary on Echovita is free. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. They were married an incredible 74 years! Darlene Gutknecht, 92, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He grew up in McFarland and graduated from Edgewood High School in Madison. Receive obituaries from the city or cities of your choice. Proud mother of Lori Albers. "This was Saturday. Frank was born in Park Falls, WI on August 10, 1945, to the late Frank and Frances Symonik. He learned to cook in the service and became an accomplished chef in the kitchen. Phyllis Ann Hustedt. Winning a bricklaying championship requires experience, attention to detail, muscle memory and endurance. 8 talking about this. She was born June 6, 1936 in Wausau, daughter of the late Cyrus and Leona (Lowe) Aldrich. 2791 Obituaries Search Wausau obituaries and condolences, hosted by Echovita.com. John S. Jagerson, 72, town of Easton passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Sister-in-law of the late Maynard (Lucille) Bedish of Eagle River. Joyce Ann Kreft of Athens, WI, left this world so very peacefully on Sunday afternoon, February 26, 2023, at age 81 with nieces and nephews by her side at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He also liked the Milwaukee Brewers baseball team and went to a couple games with veteran's groups. He Read More, Lonnie Dale Marek was born in Black River Falls, Wisconsin on July 21, 1940, to Frank and Lillian Marek. While at Madison, she enjoyed playing in the band and was involved in several honor Gwen Bickler, formerly of Antigo, WI and Sun City Center since 1991 passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Sun City Center, FL at the age of 94. He is reunited with his brothers Gary and Tommy Wilcott and grandparents John and Anna Lang and Martin and Anne Wilcott. Local obituaries for the Wausau, Wisconsin area 1,747 Results Friday, March 3, 2023 Add Photos Add a Memory Xander David Henry Jones Xander David Henry Jones, 2, of Weston, passed away. "It pushes you to do a good job," Schlund said. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. After graduating high school, Bill joined the U. S. Navy. Philip C. Pomrening, 82, Wausau, died on Friday, February 17, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Norm grew up on the Family Farm in Neillsville WI. ", Schlund couldn't quite define the problem. He was a super fan of the Dallas Cowboys and loved College football. In high school, Steve played football for Wausau West. January 10, 2023 (93 years old) View obituary. Jinny was born January 10 Read More, Jeffrey "Lenny" Maly, 64, Mosinee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 26, with his family by his side, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. We were leaving Sunday morning for Vegas. Stevens Point, WI. Who Receive obituaries Elaine E. Mueller Passed to Eternal Life Saturday February 26, 2022, age 87 years. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. It's the best way to honor and preserve the memories of loved ones who have passed. Like our page to stay informed about passing of a loved one in Wausau, Wisconsin on facebook. He is also survived by 8 aunts; 7 uncles, the Thiex family and many other relatives and friends. She was an amazing cook, loved supporting Dale in his gardening, and was always up for watching baseball with the family. Devoted wife of Robert for 51 years. Because he's the champion, he automatically is invited to the national event. She was born March 30, 1930 in the town of Rib Falls to the late Paul and Lydia. She was born June 6, 1936 in Wausau, daughter of the late Cyrus and John S. Jagerson, 72, town of Easton passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Bob's faith in his Lord and Savior guided him throughout his life. No one can ever take away my memories and thoughts.". 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He was born on May 3, 1936 in Superior, Wisconsin, the son of Earl and Dorothy (Krueger) Heck. Sunday, March 6, 2022 Add Photos 1 Memory Cheryl M. Krueger Cheryl M Krueger, 64, died unexpectedly on Monday, February 21, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. ", Everything was working, Kowalski said. Some of his favorite pastimes included deer hunting, watching Joseph L. Joe Stoklasa, 78, town of Hewitt, passed away peacefully with his children by side on Friday, February 24, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Relatives and friends are invited for a time of visitation on Weds at the church from 10:00 AM until the time of the services. He met the love of his life, Catherine Cathy L. Spanton working at Figis in Marshfield. At three pounds a brick, that's more than a ton. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Trinity Robert G. Heck, age 85, of Rhinelander, passed away peacefully, with his family at his side, on January 7, 2022, at the Aspirus Medical Center in Wausau, Wisconsin. Bob's family moved to Milwaukee and then Wausau where he graduated from the Wausau East High School in 1954. And trying to do it so it looks nice. If Schlund thought it would help, it would help. He was preceded in death by his parents and spouses, along with many extended family members. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. He enjoyed spending time at his cottage on Lake Nokomis, hunting, camping, kayaking, and going to the racetrack. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. He is further survived by his sister Charlotte (James) Gillespie. Visitation will be held from 12 to 4 p.m. on Sunday at Waid Funeral Home Read More, Russell S. Rougeux, age 63, of Unity, passed away on February 20, 2023. Further survived by 7 great-grandchildren. His arms were moving, the mortar was spread and the bricks went down like clockwork. Shirley worked as a waitress at The Diner and also for K-Mart. Darlene Gutknecht, 92, of Wausau, passed away on Sunday, February 26, 2023 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. And they knew everything down to the tiniest detail had to go right in order for them to get the edge. He's a quiet guy, but there's a fierce competitive streak in him. Funeral arrangement under the care ofSchmidt & Schulta Funeral Home. William was born Sept. 29, 1943, the son of the late William Read More, Otto Joseph Tryczak Jr., 82, died Monday, February 20, 2023, following a brief hospital stay. She was born March 30, 1930 in the town of Rib Falls to the late Paul and Lydia (Felbaum) Graveen. Find an obituary, get service details, leave condolence messages or send flowers or gifts in memory of a loved one. Physically, the hardest part is "throwing the mud down," Schlund said. December 20, 1941 - February 26, 2023 In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to Wisconsin Humane Society Milwaukee Campus, 4500 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53208. Published content is property of Wausau Pilot and Review. That feeling of flow, of rhythm, of being in the groove continued on the day of the competition. On September 25, 1948, Delmar married Eileen Kirstein at Trinity Lutheran Church, Wausau, WI. A memorial service will be held Read More, George Dennis Klinker, age 90, of Wausau, WI passed away on Saturday February 25, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital with family by his side. A second day is $5.00 per line, total lines. For several years Shirley A. Reiter, 84, died Wednesday, March 1, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Rennes Health and Rehab Center, Weston. Its the best way to honor and preserve the memories of loved ones who have passed. He married Carol Kufahl on August 25, 1962, and had three beautiful daughters, LoriAnn, Shari and Lisa. Joe was married to Jean Felch and later divorced but remained good friends over the years. At Johns request there will be no public funeral services. Email obituaries and an accompanying photo to editor@wausaupilotandreview.com for publication or ask your local funeral home for assistance. She is survived by her compassionate husband, Joanne Mae Powles, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at 1 a.m. Features reporter Keith Uhlig is based in Wausau. Dave was born Dec. 30, 1960, in Chicago, Ill., to Gordon and Patricia Lofgren. Passed away surrounded by her family, after a prolonged illness, resulting in Pneumonia, on Friday, May 20, 2022, age 75. He then blessed them with over 60 years of marriage, a wonderful family and recovery from several serious health issues Brent Lee Raben passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 66 with his wife by his side at their home in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on January 3, 2022. A photo is approximately 5 to 6 lines. She was born September 11, 1963 in Wausau, daughter of Harry C. Spanton III and LuAnn (Opper) Spanton. Joyce Ann Kreft of Athens, WI, left this world so very peacefully on Sunday afternoon, February 26, 2023, at age 81 with nieces and nephews David L. Augustine, 84, Athens, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital from complications after contracting COVID. Schlund was ready. Wausau area obituaries March 1, 2023 by Shereen Siewert March 1, 2023 George D. Klinker George Dennis Klinker, age 90, of Wausau, WI passed away on Saturday February 25, 2023 at Aspirus Hospital with family by his side. Cress Funeral Service 1310 Emerald Terrace Corey J. Wilcox, 45, died at his home in Richfield, WI on August 16, 2022, after a four-month long battle against a rare and aggressive form of pancreatic cancer. January 12, 2023 (76 years old) View obituary. She graduated from Newman High School, and married Peter (Pete) Kramer on June 24, 1967, in Wausau. During his 77 years, he was a true disciple. Brenda McGrath. Its completely free for you to create, and always free for friends and family to contribute memories. APP FEATURES: Access all of our in-depth journalism, including things to do around . Services will be held Friday, September 2, 2022 at 11:30 am at Trinity Lutheran Church, 501 Stewart Avenue, Wausau with visitation beginning at 10:00 am. Even when met with obstacles and health struggles, he never let that stop him from being an amazingly kind and loving person. Jerry also had many close friends who he considered as family. Visitation 9:30AM-11 Read More, Dianne Marie Stichmann, 79, Wausau, formerly of Phillips passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023, while under the care of Marshfield Hospital-Weston Comfort Care and Assisted Living Services at Mountain Terrace, Wausau. Find all of the latest Wausau, Wisconsin obituaries, condolences, and death notices from the Wausau Daily Herald. Obituaries - Wausau Pilot & Review Obituaries Obituaries are published free of charge on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. He was preceded in death by his mother and good friends Tommy Karl and Harvey Woodward. Cornerstone Funeral & Cremation Services in Beaver Dam is honored to be serving the family. She was united in marriage to Claude Bickler on June 7, 1948 in Eau Claire. Gary was the youngest child of Read More, Shirley A. Reiter, 84, died Wednesday, March 1, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at Rennes Health and Rehab Read More, Xander David Henry Jones, 2, of Weston, passed away unexpectedly, on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at home. He had time to watch Schlund and check out the other competitors during the event, and, he said, "Mike was blowing them out of the water. She was born. It takes less than a minute. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Rosalinda Lopez Petersen; his daughter, Cristal Michelle Nelson; his grandchildren, Kyl Nelson, Kevin Nelson and Kimberly Nelson; his brother, William Petersen and his Mary Ragen, 93 of Warrens passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Agape Acres. They celebrated 50 years of marriage before she David Jeffrey "Dave" Lofgren, USMC Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.). He entered Read More, Kenneth P. Leick, 88, Stratford, passed away on Monday, February 27, 2023, at Stoney River Memory Care. He began working in 1955 driving a truck and retired in 2005 from Lonnie Dale Marek was born in Black River Falls, Wisconsin on July 21, 1940, to Frank and Lillian Marek. He was born in Wausau, WI to Vernetta (Mitzie) and Melvin Klinger. We also offer funeral pre-planning and carry a wide selection of caskets, vaults, urns and burial containers. She was born June 23, 1938 in Eland, Joyce Ann Kreft A Funeral Service will be held at Read More, There's a polka party in Heaven that gained another angel. He was born October 31, 1944 in Wausau son of the late Joseph and Selma (Winters) Stoklasa. Wausau Daily Herald ( Wausau, Wisconsin) updated Recent archive clippings See all Alice Dvorak visits her mother and William Dvorak comes back from Chicago to visit. Lenny Read More, Eileen (Heisler) Wojciechowski, of Weston, passed away peacefully February 23, 2023, at the age of 90 at Garden Side at Mount View Care Center Read More, David L. Augustine, 84, Athens, died Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital from complications after contracting COVID. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. They married at Salem Lutheran. Simply browse the Wausaus obituaries listing you can find on this page or conduct a search on the web site with your loved ones name.