Obituaries

May 8, 2024

Olga F. Henrichs (nee Hojan) went to her heavenly home Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the age of 89. Loving wife of the late LaVerne Henrichs, they were married 63 years. Daughter of the late Leopold Hojan and Amalia Hojan (nee Pobijak). Sister to the late Paul, Mike, Frank, Carl, Joe, and surviving sister Mary Zinkel. Mother to Teresa,...

May 7, 2024

William “Bill” T. Pernitzke, age 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, after a brief illness, in Las Vegas, NV, where he resided for the past 30 years.

Bill was born in Merrill, WI on February 4, 1948.  He was a 1966 graduate of Merrill High School.

Bill had been employed by Citi Bank, Las Vegas, NV, where he worked...

May 7, 2024

Joyce W. Sumnicht, age 92, formerly of Merrill, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Primrose Assisted Living in Wausau, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  She was born on February 14, 1932 to the late Walter and Judith (Inerson) Glasbrenner in Eau Claire, WI.  Joyce attended and graduated from Memorial High School in...

May 6, 2024

David W. Krause, aged 85, left this earth and entered into God’s kingdom on Monday, May 6, 2024. David was born July 31,1938 in Merrill, Wisconsin to the parents of Ruth (Karau) and Elmer Krause. He joined the Navy at 17 years old and traveled to Japan, Hawaii, and California. After serving four years in the Navy, he returned...

May 6, 2024

William “Billy” R. Klade Jr., age 62, formerly of Merrill, passed away on Monday, May 6, 2024, at his sister’s house in Genoa City, WI, while under the care of Aurora at Home Hospice.   He was born on June 9, 1961 to the late William and Barbara (Euler) Klade Sr. in Merrill.  Billy attended and graduated from Badger High...

May 2, 2024

Bonnie B. Dickelman-Cannon, 87, formerly of Shawano, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Benedictine Living Community, Wausau.

Bonnie was born May 21, 1936, in Sheboygan, daughter of George and Amelia (Skrube) Bacon. She married James Wolff and they were blessed with five children. Bonnie lived in Merrill and worked at the former Strand’s clothing...

Apr 30, 2024

Hazel M. Marnholtz, one day shy of 92, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  She was born on May 1, 1932, to the late Walter and Clara (Bean) Koepke in Merrill.   Hazel attended school in Merrill.   She met the...

Apr 28, 2024

Herbert “Doc” Leroy Hommerding, age 92, of Harrison Hills, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, April 28, 2024.  He was born on November 27, 1931 to the late John J. and Pauline M. (Mosser) Hommerding in Merrill.  Herb attended and graduated from Merrill High School. He went on to proudly serve his country in the United States Navy from...

Apr 22, 2024

Judith Ann Kimmons, 86, a longtime resident of Irma, passed away Monday, April 22, 2024, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill.

Judy was born March 26, 1938, in Merrill, daughter of William and Mildred (Peterson) Lutzke. Judy graduated from Merrill High School with the Class of 1956. She married Dale R. Kimmons on August 11, 1956. He...

Apr 20, 2024

James Ray Smith, Jr., 71, of Merrill, Wisconsin, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2024, at his home.

Jim was born February 16, 1953, in Poteau, Oklahoma, son of James Ray Smith Sr. and Jueline (Autry) Smith. Jim enlisted in the United States Army on July 26, 1971. He was stationed at several Army Bases in Germany, most...

Apr 19, 2024

Our loved one, David Sauer Jr., passed away on Friday, April 19th, 2024, at the age of 90 at Woodland Elder Care Services. His spirit will continue to farm, ice fish, fish, make sausage and brats, make angel food candy, collect maple tree sap, and make maple syrup, plant, and harvest delicious vegetables, including mouthwatering sweet corn. We cannot forget...

Apr 15, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Marie Kadubek, age 83, of Gleason, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 15, 2024, while at Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  She was born on March 26, 1941, to the late Abraham R. and Mary Erma (Burkhart) Estreen in Laona, WI.  Pat attended and graduated from...

Apr 15, 2024

Loretta Marie Seidler, age 91, of Merrill, Wisconsin, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, April 15, 2024, while at Pine Crest Nursing Home in Merrill.

She was born to the late Irene (Moorman) Krueger on September 16, 1932, in Cortland, Indiana. She was baptized on October 26, 1932, and confirmed on April 21, 1946, at St. Paul’s...

Apr 13, 2024

Shirley L. DeBroux passed away at the age of 97 on April 13, 2024, peacefully in her home.

Shirley was born July 10, 1926, in Milwaukee, daughter of Wilbert and Clara (Eichorst) Carlson. When Shirley was a young girl, her mother passed away very suddenly. Eventually, her father remarried and together Wilbert and Maurine raised the four...

Apr 12, 2024

Connie R. Stein, 74, of Gleason, passed away Friday, April 12, 2024, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Connie was born September 17, 1949, in Kenosha, daughter of Geral and Helen (Cole) Whitefoot. She married Ronald Stein on December 23, 1967, in Kenosha. He survives. Connie worked at Weinbrenner Shoe Company in Merrill. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting, quilting and...

Apr 10, 2024

Carol June Wendt (née Kasten), age 92, of Merrill, WI, passed away on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. She was born on June 30, 1931, in Merrill and was the daughter of the late Walter C. and Leona A. (Bonke) Kasten. Carol graduated from Merrill High School and began working at Church Mutual Insurance Company in Merrill, which she greatly enjoyed....

Apr 5, 2024

Elaine E. Oestreich, 83, of Merrill, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024, at Woodland Court Elder Services, Merrill.

Elaine was born on September 22, 1940, to Paul and Leona (Berndt) Oestreich. After grade school, she attended Merrill Vocational School. Elaine worked at various places in Merrill including Merrill Woolen Mills and Weinbrenner Shoe Company. At a young...

Apr 3, 2024

Karen L. Rajek of Merrill, WI passed away peacefully on April 3, 2024, at her newly remodeled residence in Weston, WI.  Prior to passing, Karen forged a 72-year trail of laughter, generosity, compassion, and wisdom.  She was a selfless, kindhearted woman; a loving mother and wife who spoiled her grandchildren without complaint.  She was sweet with a side of spicy....