Current Obituaries
David John Strasser
Jan 24, 2024
David John Strasser, 60, Town of Bergen, passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of January 24th after a long battle with ALS. David fought his battle with ALS with a positive outlook, making everyone smile while riding his tricked-out lighted wheelchair. He would not let the disease get him down and fought it with his faith, courage,...
Sophie Charmaine Pachniak
Jan 19, 2024
Sophie C. (Kuranda) Pachniak, 90, Mosinee, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, Friday, January 19, 2024, at Acorn Hill Senior Living Complex briefly under the care of Heartland Hospice Care. Sophie was born on January 30, 1933, in Mosinee, daughter to the late Casimir and Agnes (Antolak) Kuranda.
Sophie married Harry Pachniak on May 26, 1951, at St. Francis Xavier, Knowlton. Sophie...
Lawrence Kent Yetka
Jan 17, 2024
Lawrence “Larry” Yetka, 63, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2024, at home. He was born on March 9, 1960, to his parents Frank and Helen Yetka in Chicago, IL. He has one sibling Deb Peterson “Sis” as he would always call her.
Larry loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, working on old classic cars and being on Lake Dubay sharing these...
Helen B. Wisz
Jan 12, 2024
Helen B. Wisz, 99, died peacefully with her family by her side on Friday, January 12, 2024.
She was born on January 7, 1925, in Peplin, WI, the daughter of the late Frank and Nellie Okrzesik. She married the love of her life, Ludwig E. Wisz on October 8, 1949, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Peplin. He preceded...
Linda Ann Brandt
Jan 9, 2024
Linda A. Brandt, age 70, of Mosinee, Wisconsin and formerly of Stevens Point WI, died January 9, 2024, at home with her family around her.
She was born on December 1, 1953, in Madison, WI to Raymond and Beatrice Warren. Linda grew up in Brown Deer and Grafton, WI. She graduated with high honors from UW-Whitewater. She was...
Linda Marie Meis
Jan 7, 2024
Linda M. Meis, 69 died peacefully Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Mount View Healthcare Center in Wausau.
She was born January 6, 1955, in Stevens Point, the daughter of the late Donald and Bernice (Bluma) Meis. As the oldest of 10 children, Linda was a great help to both her parents in the care of her siblings. After high...
Roy "Butch" Robert Sawczuk
Dec 29, 2023
Roy “Butch” Sawczuk, age 78, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on December 29, 2023, in Wausau, Wisconsin.
He was born on July 29, 1945, son of the late Eolus Sawczuk and Irene (Sypnieski) Sawczuk. He married Marlene Baravetto on April 9, 1976. She survives.
Butch worked at the Mosinee paper mill from 1962 – 1973. He...
Dennis Wayne Olszewski
Dec 29, 2023
Dennis W. Olszewski, age 68, passed away on December 29, 2023, in Wausau, Wisconsin.
He was born on July 2, 1955, the son of the late Joseph and Patricia (Zell) Olszewski. He married Antonina Barbero on July 15, 2006, she survives.
Dennis grew up in the Southwestern Suburbs of Chicago where his favorite pastime was playing baseball, a hobby he...
Andrea Mae Hahn
Dec 20, 2023
Andrea Mae Hahn, 90, of Mosinee, received her wings on December 20, 2023, when her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ called her home.
Andrea was born at home on June 1st, 1933. She was a preemie at only 29-30 weeks and was named the “miracle baby” by the Drs. She grew up in Wittenberg and spent countless hours at...
Barbara Ann Sharkey
Dec 19, 2023
Barbara Ann Sharkey passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at the age of 85. She was in South Bend, IN at the home of her oldest son. Our family lost a funny, creative matriarch who was always there when we needed her and inspired all of us with her self-reliant spirit. She had many friends...
Gerald Lee Pecha
Dec 19, 2023
Gerald “Jerry” or “Bear” Lee Pecha, 70, Mosinee, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2023, with his family by his side.
Jerry was born on October 2, 1953, in Chicago, IL, son of the late LeRoy and Pearl (Kuklinski) Pecha. He graduated from Mosinee High School in 1973 and started working at Northern Valley Workshop.
Despite his vision...
Judith Ann Hughes
Dec 18, 2023
Judith (Judy) Ann Hughes, age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 18, 2023 in Wausau, Wisconsin.
She was born on December 10, 1942 in Stevens Point, Wisconsin to Madeline (Sonnenberg) and Edward Sager. She met her husband, Marvin, at University of Wisconsin Stevens Point while working in the library. Immediately following graduation, they married in Stevens...
Burnett "Barney" Carl Soddy
Dec 15, 2023
Burnett “Barney” Carl Soddy, passed away suddenly at his home on December 15, 2023. He was born on June 3, 1947, in Monroe, Wisconsin, to Ernest and Pearl (Robertson) Soddy.
Barney lived a fulfilling life filled with various accomplishments. He was the owner and operator of Barney's Bar in Mosinee for many years. Following his time at the bar,...
Lillian Edna Denfeld
Dec 11, 2023
Lillian Denfeld, 95, Schofield, passed away peacefully with her daughter and son-in-law, by her side on Dec. 11, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.
Lillian was the youngest of 19 children growing up on the family farm in Fenwood, WI. Her family later moving to Wausau, WI. She was an avid reader and you would seldom find her with out...
Jeanet Fern Smith
Dec 6, 2023
In loving memory of Jeanet Smith, 95, Mosinee, a passionate artist, master of cinnamon buns and monkey bread, and a beloved family matriarch. Jeanet peacefully passed away on December 6, 2023, at Rennes Health and Rehabilitation Center-Weston, leaving a legacy of warmth, love and cherished memories.
Jeanet was born February 5th, 1928, in North Dakota. She was the daughter...
Franklin John Gotchy
Dec 6, 2023
Franklin J. Gotchy, 84, Kronenwetter, died Wednesday, December 6, 2023, at home.
Frank was born to the late Phillip and Thelma (Hessey) Gotchy on Nov. 30, 1939, in the town of Schofield. He was the eldest of eight children. He was raised in the town of Schofield, graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 1957. After graduating, he enlisted in...
Henry Mark Kettler
Nov 29, 2023
Henry M. Kettler, 65, of Mosinee, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, at his home. He was born on December 7, 1957, the son of the late Henry and Rita (Dee) Kettler.
Henry was a dairy farmer in the township of Bergen for over half of his life. As a 2nd generation farmer, it was his way of...
Mary Rita Purull
Nov 29, 2023
Mary Rita Purull, a beloved member of her community passed away on November 29, 2023, at the Rennes Health and Rehab Center. She was born on August 20, 1932, in Mosinee, WI to her parents Martin and Mary Sypnieski. She was married to the love of her life, John Purull on August 20, 1952, he preceded her in death on...
Kenneth "Bucko" Wayne Rempke
Nov 22, 2023
Kenneth “Bucko” Wayne Rempke, 41, Wausau, died Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Marshfield Medical Center, Weston. He was born July 14, 1982, the son of the late John “Jack” Sr and Sally (Gruman) Rempke.
Bucko’s nickname comes from his father Jack who would always say, “You're not just a buck you’re a Bucko,” as Bucko would always love the sound...
Ronald Joseph Ziemba
Nov 12, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of Ronald “Turkey” Ziemba, aged 76, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Ronald was proceeded in death by his beloved wife, Carol, and his parents, Joe Ziemba, Tillie and Wally Spelman. We take great comfort in knowing that he is reunited with the love of his life after...
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