Carol M. Seubert
Carol Mae Seubert, 67, Wausau passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at her home while under the care of Heartland Hospice.
She was born March 20, 1956 in Wausau, daughter of the late John and Diann (Hanke) Schultz.
For many years Carol worked at Marathon Cheese as a line worker. Some of her favorite pastimes included crocheting, watching Cubs and Packers games on T.V., traveling, seeing family and taking an occasional trip to the casino.
Survivors include her two children, Craig (Jenelle) Seubert, and Angela Seubert, two grandsons, Paxton and Asher Seubert and her siblings, Darlene (David) Behrens, Susan (Antonio) Gomez and Debra (Russell) Hilmershausen, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to be determined. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Wausau is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.
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David D. Skrzypchak
David D. Skrzypchak, 82, of Weston, passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
He was born June 18, 1941 in the town of Cassel to the late Anton and Anna (Bargender) Skrzypchak. David graduated from Marathon High School and also attended NTC. He married Donna Sickler on October 2, 1965 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and they raised two daughters, Carla and Candice.
David worked as an engineering technician for Drott Manufacturing and later J.I. Case Co. After his first retirement worked for American State Equipment. He was proud of his work and was a hard worker that was willing to share his knowledge with friends and family by assisting them with projects and construction equipment. David would always have some side jobs going on including roofing, excavating, logging for the mill, and making firewood. He served in the United States Army and was stationed in Korea.
In his free time David was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed many trips to Canada and out west hunting and fishing, creating life-long friendships and memories with his hunting and fishing buddies. Donna and his family were very important to him as well and he spent many times traveling the states, camping, and musky fishing with her and the kids.
Survivors include his wife, Donna; daughters, Carla (Roger) Bertram and Candice Koch (fiancé, Todd Wetzel); grandchildren, Jacklyn Bertram (Peter Van Nortwick), Vince (Amy) Bertram, Lucas Koch, and Olivia Koch; great-grandson, Jack Bertram; siblings, Marlene Deininger, Eddie (Marilyn), Eunice Hanson, Rollie (Lyn), and Dale (Doreen); in-laws, Jennie Skrzypchak, Darwin Kluball, David Kleman, Loren Sickler, and Cheryl (Jim) Buttke; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Todd Koch; siblings, Mary (Clarence) Adamski, Valeria (Jack) Olsen, Champ Deininger, Jeanie (Ed) Bednorski-Kluball, and Frank Skrzypchak; and sisters-in-law, Merna Kleman and Joan (Sidney) Hunter.
A funeral Mass will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at St. Therese Catholic Church, 113 West Kort Street, Rothschild, celebrated by Rev. Joseph Albert. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery with military honors accorded by the American Legion Montgomery Plant Dudley Post #10. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com.
A special thank you from the family to Aspirus Cardiac I.C.U., Hospital I.C.U, and comfort care for the kindness and assistance provided to David and his family.
Dawn C. Burish
Dawn Mae Erdman/Burish of Marathon made her final journey home to be with her Lord on her
93rd birthday, March 6, 2024 at Wausau Aspirus Hospital
Dawn Mae Clara Braunel was born on March 6, 1931 at home, in the Town of Marathon to the late Edwin and Dorothy (Gresens) Braunel. She was the middle of 9 children.
On November 18, 1950 she married Donald Erdman of Town of Stettin at St Matthews Lutheran
Church, Marathon. Together they had 6 children: LaVern of Wausau, Peggy (Henry)Baumann of Marathon, twin sons-Aaron (Margie) of DeWitt, IA and Alan (Lisa) of Pelican Lake, Glen (Lisa) of Wausau, and Nelson (Freda) of Germantown. Donald died December 27, 1996 at home.
Her family includes 18 Grandchildren, 37 Great Grandchildren (including 3 sets of twins) and 2 great great Grandchildren.
Surviving sibling include 1 sister, Jane Ross of Edgar. Also 1 sister-in law Virginia Erdman Wausau. She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, friends, cousins and neighbors. Special
daughter-in-laws Julianne Streveler, Chris Erdman and Tammy Johnkowski, and special grandson
Cory Erdman who visited and helped her weekly.
Deceased siblings are 3 sisters Lucille Schoepke , Doris Traska and Carol Blaubach. . Also 4 brothers Merlyn Braunel, Duane/Sonny Braunel, LeRoy/Buddy Braunel and infant brother George Braunel.
On December 5, 2004, she married Marlen Burish of Edgar at St Matthews Lutheran Church in
Marathon. Together with Marlen she welcomed his 5 children: Cindy, Christine, Brian, Bill and Keith along with their spouses and children into her family. Marlen died April 11, 2013 at home.
Dawn Mae was a lifelong resident of the Town of Marathon. Dawn Mae along with her siblings had a 2 ½ mile walk to and from Woodlawn Country School 1st thru 8th grades. As a teen she worked babysitting, cooking and cleaning for several area families. She was baptized, confirmed and married at St Matthews Lutheran Church in Marathon. She taught Sunday school when her children attended. Dawn Mae was a present member of Ladies Aid and had been for over 60 years. Very important throughout her life was her faith in the Lord.
In 1964 she started sewing draperies for Jolene’s Drapery in Wausau and was the main seamstress for Scotties Interiors of Wausau sewing draperies, pillows, etc. until 2004. Dawn Mae was a very talented seamstress and was always patching, hemming or mending for family and friends.
As a Ladies Aid project, Dawn Mae started waiting on tables at Rib River Ballroom in 1965. In 1998 she took the job of calling and arranging to get waiters and waitresses to work at Rib River. In the spring of 2019, she didn’t know if she was slowing down or life was moving too fast – so she gave up the actual waiting on tables. In July of 2022, when Jack Kramer sold the ballroom, she handed her paperwork to the new owners.
She also volunteered at Dime and Dollar Thrift Store since 1989 and at the Health Care Center beauty shop since 1998. In the spring of 2020 when the Covid-19 pandemic closed everything, she decided to stay home and retire from her volunteer jobs. Dawn Mae kept in touch with friends and relatives who were homebound, in assistant living or in nursing homes. Instead of visiting and going for lunch, she talks to them by phone. She was also a monthly supporter of St Judes Childrens Hospital.
Dawn Mae lived in the Town of Marathon on Hwy NN for 85 years taking pride in her yard and
flower garden. She loved summer and enjoyed cutting the lawn and working to keep everything looking nice. In winter she shoveled her then large driveway out by hand and on occasion used a walk behind snowblower. She loved bird watching and always made sure the bird feeders were full.
In May of 2016, Dawn Mae sold her home on NN and moved to the Swiderski Apartments, in Marathon. There she, enjoyed retirement to the fullest. She always kept herself busy. Weather permitting, she could be found walking around the neighborhood. She loved her apartment life and met many nice neighbors. Dawn Mae loved reading. Her favorite author was Danielle Steele.
She also enjoyed reading Amish books and doing word searches.
Dawn Mae continued making apple sauce and apple cakes, rhubarb jam and rhubarb cakes and baked cookies for her children and grandchildren, neighbors and friends. No one ever went home empty handed. Years back she’d go deliver her baked goods to her children near by. A birthday or family gathering was never complete without “Grandma E’s chocolate chip bars.”
All her years she enjoyed listening to polka music and loved to dance. “The Huntsman’s Waltz” by the Greiner Bros was always her and Donald’s favorite. She loved Christmas, decorating both inside and out. Listening to Christmas music usually started before Thanksgiving. Thru Marlen and his family she learned and enjoyed playing cards.
The family would like to thank Pastor Hadler and Pastor Ben for their visits, comfort and prayers.
Also Dr. Rishi for his wonderful care and compassion. And the hospice team, doctors and nurses who were so kind and helped comfort Mom in her last days. Bless you all
We will miss you Mom, give Dad a hug from us. ”Til we meet again”.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday. March 11, 2024 at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church, Marathon. The Rev. Jon Hadler will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services all at the church. Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Marathon is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
Memorials may be sent to St. Matthews Lutheran Church of Marathon or Aspirus Hospice and Comfort Care of Wausau.
Gary L. Weden
Gary L. Weden (64), a baptized child of God, was called home into the loving arms of his Heavenly Father on March 5, 2024.
Gary was the eldest child of Lyle and Karen (Manicke) Weden and was born on May 15th 1959 at Wausau Hospital. Growing up on his parent’s dairy farm, in the town of Hewitt, Gary’s life was always surrounded by the agriculture industry. As a teenager Gary began tying feed sacks at Cloverbelt Cooperative Feed Mill in Wausau where he worked until he would take a position in Schofield at Cloverbelt’s Fertilizer division as an agronomist and eventual Fertilizer Plant manager for several years. In 1993, Gary became a territory manager in agricultural and fertilizer equipment for FEi inc./Davis Equipment based in Minnesota. After more than a decade traveling the state providing countless farmers and dozens of co-ops with the necessary equipment, in 2006 Gary was brought on to the family at United Cooperative in Beaver Dam, WI.
There he successfully helped manage their ever growing fleet of equipment, vehicles, as well as oversaw numerous other projects. No matter what plans had to be made or piece of equipment needed to be tended to, Gary saw to it that the job got done, regardless of the day or hour. He was a dedicated employee who had a profound grasp and expansive knowledge of all things related to agriculture and was remarkable at what he did as he was regularly sought out for his recommendations on a wide array of day to day issues.
Gary was married to his high school sweetheart, Patti Winter, on October 27th 1978 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Wausau. The Lord blessed their life together including the gifts of their three sons: Curt, Steven, and Andrew. They were additionally blessed with seven grandchildren.
Gary quietly worked hard his entire life to provide for his family and always made sure that there were opportunities for fun together with snowmobiles, dirt bikes, atvs, and motorcycles. Gary especially enjoyed riding his Harley in recent years as well as attending various stock car races and tractor pulls at the local track during the summers.
Gary is survived by a family who is proud of him and all of his many accomplishments. His family includes, his devoted wife, Patti, and his three children and their families: Curt (Kathy) Weden and his daughters Evelyn, Iris, and Lily of Schofield, WI, Steven (Kim) Weden of Phillips, WI, and Andrew (Julianna) Weden and their children Caleb, Naomi, and Micah of Rosholt, WI, as well as his three siblings, Neal, Wendy, and Craig and many nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents Karen (2003) and Lyle (2020) and his dear grandson, Quintin (2023).
A Christian funeral service will be held at Zion Lutheran Church (238145 Star Rd, Aniwa, WI 54408) at 12:00pm on Saturday, March 16, 2024. Pastor Ryan Fehrmann will officiate. A time of visitation for family, friends, and neighbors will precede at the church starting at 9:00am until the time of service. A Christian burial will take place at Hogarty Riverside Cemetery in the afternoon following a luncheon.
A special thank you to Lauren Seltrecht of Wausau for her gentle care of Gary while he was in hospice; similarly and although woefully inadequate, a sincere and very special thank you is to be given to Jeremy Parmer and Allison Rutta-Parmer of Ringle, WI for their faithful care and loving service to Gary during his final days. You’re compassion and graciousness was an absolute gift and a true reflection of our Savior, Jesus. Thank you.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
Lorraine A. Russell
Lorraine Ann Russell –
Passed away on March 5th, 2024 after battle with a nasty cancer. The family would like to thank the Doctors, Nurse and Hospice team that treated Lori. Also want to thank her Sister Sherri for coming to WI and caring for her the past 4 months.
Lori is survived by her 3 Sons, Michael (Fawn) Bennett, Tony (Jessica) Bennett & Timothy Bennett. She is furthered survived by her Grand children Kelsey (Hayden), Catarina (Jonathan), Elyssa & Madyson, along with her Great Granddaughter Hadley.
Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS
Erwin E. Schoenrock Jr.
Erwin Ernst Schoenrock Jr
Erwin passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, at Marshfield Medical Center on February 29, 2024. He had fought a courageous battle against cancer for nearly two years before being called to heaven to end his suffering.
Erwin was a devoted and loving son, brother, husband, father, and papa. His children and grandson were his everything. He made a point to prioritize and cherish time with them when off the road and at home. Erwin loved and took great pride in his job driving semi and drove up until his cancer diagnosis. He also had a 1974 4300 International for a hobby semi. When he wasn’t driving truck or spending time with his family, Erwin was always hard at work tinkering and could fix anything.
Erwin is preceded in death by his father – Erwin Schoenrock, Sr; mother – Jean Nieman; step-father – John; sister – Mildred Schoenrock; various aunts and uncles and by his grandparents. May they welcome him to heaven with open arms.
Erwin is survived by his wife – Kimberly Schoenrock (Pyan), son – Craig, daughter – Kira (Ryan) Giese, daughter – Courtney, grandson – Brantley, brother – Paul, sister – Lori (Ken) Lenhard, brother – Kurt (Laura), goddaughters – Elizabeth Lenhard, Katy Coutley & Ava Schoenrock, aunts, uncle, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The family would like to extend thanks to all the loving and caring staff that took care of Erwin during his stay at MMC. It is truly appreciated.
Services will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 301 Elm St, Athens, WI 54411. Visitation will be Friday, March 15, 2024 from 4 – 7 pm. There will also be visitation Saturday, March 16, 2024 from 10-11, followed by the funeral service at 11 am, and the meal. Donations can be made to American Cancer Society in remembrance of Erwin.
Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS
Steven W. Blanchard
Steven W Blanchard, age 67, of Spencer WI passed away on Friday March 1, 2024 at Marshfield Hospital.
Steve is survived by his wife Mary. Children Greg (Amy) Cook, Jill Loiselle, Kurt (Rachel) Blanchard and Renee (Lucas) Pagel along with 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild on way. He is also survived by his brother Don Blanchard and sister Nancy Weis along with nephew and nieces.
A Celebration of Life will be on Saturday April 13, 2024 at the Spencer Village Hall from 1 to 4 pm
Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS
Verna Emmel
Verna Emmel, 85, of Wittenberg, died on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at Benedictine Living Community, Wausau.
Verna was born on February 14, 1939, the daughter of Guy and Orva (St. Thomas) Day.
On January 5, 1957, Verna was united in marriage to Donald Emmel in Wittenberg. He preceded her in death on February 27, 2008.
Verna worked in housekeeping at Homme Home of Wittenberg and the Lion’s Camp in Rosholt. She was a member of the Bloecher-Johnson American Legion Auxiliary. She was a Milwaukee Brewer fan and an avid Kansas City Chiefs fan and watched her favorite player Patrick Mahomes win the Super Bowl. Verna enjoyed playing cards, shooting pool and listening to music. She liked to sew and gifted quilts to her children and grandchildren. Verna loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Verna is survived by five children, Carol Emmel (Karl Scheibengraber), Larry (Debbie) Emmel, Linda (Kurt) Evje, Darwin (Denise) Emmel and Peggy Emmel; nine grandchildren, Bradley (Jennifer) Emmel, Brandon (Amber) Emmel, Anna Scheibengraber, Michael Scheibengraber, Kaylin (Adam) Karcz, Kody Evje (Jessica), Lexi (Josh) Konop, Dustin (Kayleigh) Emmel and Nicole (Jason) Voelz; 13 great-grandchildren, Rylee, Briana, Jacob, Caleb, Cambrie, Maddox, Hudson, Haylie, Sawyer, Everett, Kiera, Ireland, and Addison and many nieces and nephews.
Verna was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Don; siblings, Garold Day, Eleanor Kilby, Doris Huckbody, Gayle Day and Alan Day.
A funeral service will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Wittenberg. Rev. Loretta Waegli will officiate. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery, Wittenberg. Visitation will be on Saturday, from 9 AM until the time of service at the church.
Schmidt & Schulta Funeral Home, Wittenberg is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Memories and messages of support may be shared at schmidtschulta.com.
Evelyn J. Daniels
Evelyn “Jean Daniels, Oxford, FL, formerly of Stevens Point, died Monday, March 4, 2024.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 10, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Holy Spirit (St. Stanislaus) Catholic Church, Stevens Point. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. immediately following the visitation at the church. The Rev. Steven Brice will preside. Burial will follow at Guardian Angel Cemetery, Stevens Point. The service will also be available for viewing live during the time of the service at www.youtube.com/@HolySpiritStevensPoint
Jean was born on February 6, 1931 in Beaver Dam, to Evelyn (Belling) & Felix Budde. She attended St. Peter’s Catholic Elementary School in Beaver Dam and graduated in June, 1948 from Beaver Dam High School. Following graduation, she worked as a dental assistant in Beaver Dam.
On March 27, 1951, Jean married Bob Daniels at St. Peter’s Church in Beaver Dam. Jean’s uncle, Fr. George Budde and his three brothers, Fr. Gerard, Fr. John, and Fr. Ray Budde co-celebrated their wedding mass with them. Bob and Jean celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary in March, 2023.
Survivors include sisters Lynn Zick, Christian (Christopher) Bauer, brother John “Jack” Budde, Sons Robert J. (Patricia) Daniels, Lady Lake, FL, Thomas G. (Kriss) Daniels, The Villages, FL and James A. (Pamela) Daniels, Mesa, AZ, her grandchildren, Matthew Daniels, Andrea (Sean) Donehoo, Katherine Wolff, Melissa (James) Owusu, Roberta (Jordan) Hadaway, Jon (Caroline) Daniels, Chris (Michelle) Bahr, Wesley (Kayla) Daniels, Trevor (Jessica) Daniels, Stephanie (Jeff) Stone, Casey Marshall, her great grandchildren, Savannah, London, Cooper, Lucy, Olivia, Paxton, Lorelei, Brooks, Evelynn, Adaline, Joe, and Cecelia.
Besides her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert, her brother Bob Budde, Sisters Audery Hankes, Marie Budde, sisters-in-law, Catherine (Schweiger) Budde, Phyllis (Schwoch) Budde, and brother-in-law Joe Hankes.
Jean was an active, dedicated member of her church and a wonderful mother, wife, and friend. While living in Minneapolis, MN, Santa Barbara, CA, and Stevens Point, WI she devoted many hours of time and participation in Jr Women Club activities, Grade and High School Parent-Teachers associations, worked at numerous church and school functions, served as a Cub Scout Den Mother, was a several Bridge Clubs, the Whiting Dance Club, Pointer Red Hat Club, Point DAM Club, was an initial planner and multi-year worker in the Pacelli Panacea event, a long time work at St Stanislaus (Holy Spirit) Church Funeral Luncheon Committee, and a part-time seasonal employee at the UWSP Text Rental/Book Store for over 30 years.
Jean’s family is very grateful to the staff at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Ministry Medical Dept., St. Michael’s Hospital, Ministry Medical Hospice, Copperleaf Northcrest Assisted Living, The Willows Assisted Living of Florida, Compassion Care Hospice, and the Villages Hospital for their wonderful care and compassion.
Memorials, if desired can be made to Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Pacelli Catholic Schools, Ministry Medical Hospice, or local Charities.
Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
Joan C. Cohen
Joan Christine Cohen, passed away March 4, 2024, with her family by her side.
Joan was born April 24, 1945, in Wausau to parents Harris and Esther (Gruening) Beilke. She married Edward Cohen in Milwaukee on October 9, 1976. Joan and Ed loved their friends, traveling, and spending time with their grandchildren. Joan lived a faith-filled life as a Christian and had a great sense of humor and enjoyed having a good time.
Joan is survived by her loving husband, Edward Cohen of Wausau; sons, Kevin (Nancy) LaFountain Lipscomb of Menomonee Falls and Brian (Shari) Lipscomb of Wausau; grandchildren, Jacob, Melanie, and Mackenzie; brother, Richard Beilke; extended family and friends throughout the country.
She is preceded in death by her parents; and siblings, LeRoy Beilke, Delores Wendorf, and Jerry Beilke.
A celebration of Joan’s life will be held Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce Street, Wausau at 11:00 am with a visitation beginning at 10:00 am. Rev. Eric Hauan will officiate. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at this website on Saturday, March 16, 2024 at 11:00 am central time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 600 Stevens Drive, Wausau, Wisconsin 54401 or the Marathon County Public Library, 300 N. First Street, Wausau, Wisconsin 54403.
