Todd M. Josiger

Todd M. Josiger, 59, of Merrill, passed away at his home on Sunday, January 11, 2026, under the care of his family and hospice, after a long, courageous battle with brain cancer. 

Todd was born July 22, 1966, in Merrill, son of Karen Abraham and the late Michael Josiger. Todd was a 1984 graduate of Merrill High School. He was employed by Wendorf Bus Services and Wendorf Construction for over 40 years. 

Todd married Pam (Sickler) Jardine on June 4, 2004, in Merrill. She survives. Todd loved his kids and Grands with all his heart and soul. He loved playing jokes on them, having a great time, and teaching them all he knew. He enjoyed rifle and bow hunting, fishing, camping, traveling, and watching and participating in all kinds of sports. He loved golfing and playing softball with his friends and family for his dad (Henrichs Club) in the bar league. He loved wrestling with his sons but oftentimes would cheat a little bit to win. Todd was very involved in local athletics and drove bus for away games and tournaments for the Merrill Bluejay athletic teams. 

Todd would always be there for family, friends, and even strangers, if they needed anything, anytime, anywhere. He could fix just about anything, and truly loved helping people. 

Survivors include his wife, Pam Josiger of Merrill; children, Jessica Jardine, Kaisi (Brad) Stevens, Jacob (Amanda) Josiger, Dakota (Alli) Ress, all of Merrill, and Tara Josiger (Brady Kluck) of Stevens Point; Grands - Cameron and Ryan Wallin, Landon Sowinski, Addison and Lillian Josiger, and Lincoln and Paisley Ress; with one grand on the way; mother, Karen (Chuck) Abraham of Wausau; brother, Craig (Nicole) with nephews Connor and Andrew of Merrill; sister-in-law, Cheryl (Krishna) Swamy of Marshfield; brother-in-law, Kevin Sickler of Merrill; and several aunts, uncles, and cousins. 

Todd was preceded in death by his father, Michael (Crystal) Josiger; grandparents, Grace and Clifford Wendorf and William and Irene Josiger; In laws George (Joan) Sickler, and several aunts and uncles. 

The visitation and funeral for Todd will be held at the Merrill High School Auditorium (use door #16). Wednesday, January 21, 2026, visitation 5-10 PM. Thursday, January 22, 2026, visitation begins at 9 AM the funeral will follow at 11 AM. Rev. Greg Laska will officiate. Burial will take place in Springbrook Cemetery, Town of Pine River, Lincoln County. 

The funeral service will be livestreamed and recorded for those unable to attend in person. It can be found under his obituary on the funeral home website. 

Taylor-Stine-Waid Funeral & Cremation, Merrill, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are encouraged and may be made at www.taylorstinewaid.com