Obituaries
James E. Krause
Oct 9, 2026
James Edward Krause passed away on October 9, 2026. Jim was born to Edward and Lucille (Hoinacki) Krause in Beaver Dam, WI. Jim graduated from Beaver Dam High School with the Class of 1970. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point and his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin – Madison. Jim married Katie...
Mary K. Norman
Oct 5, 2026
Mary Kathryn Norman January 10, 1953 – October 5, 2026
If you knew Mary Norman, chances are you had a great friend. Mary never needed much of a reason to lend a hand, share what she had, or make someone feel welcome. Generous by nature and always ready to help, she cared deeply about people and had a gift for turning...
Robert Joseph Casper
Oct 1, 2026
Robert “Bob” Casper, 98, passed away peacefully and comfortably in Merrill, Wisconsin, on October 1, 2026.
Bob was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed being around others, rarely met a stranger, enjoyed a wide variety activities and interests that filled his 98 years.
Bob is survived by his wife of 76 years, Delores Casper (née Kiesling). Bob...
Nancy Ann Damon
Oct 1, 2026
Nancy Ann Damon, passed away on October 1, 2026, at the age of 82. Born on July 26, 1944, to Francis (Frank) and Helen (Maglio) Padalino in Chicago, IL, Nancy was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her.
Nancy graduated from Lindbloom High School in Chicago and went on to have a fulfilling career in various roles...
Kim Renee Woellner
Sep 30, 2026
Hi, I am (or in the livings case was?) Kim Renee Woellner who went home on September 30th 2026 at the age of 63. I was born January 3, 1963 to my parents, Kenneth and Ann Pasholk, in the City of Merrill, WI. I graduated from Merrill High School in 1981 and earned a printing degree from North Central Technical...
N'Ette Hibler
Sep 29, 2026
N’Ette S. Hibler passed away September 29, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on April 15, 1949, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, N’Ette was the beloved daughter of Leonard and Virginia (Brunner) Lewis.
N’Ette married the love of her life, Paul L. Hibler, in Las Vegas, Nevada on August 15, 1990. They created many beautiful memories together, especially in the cozy home...
Donna Dale Woller
Sep 25, 2026
Donna Dale Woller, age 87, passed away at her home in Merrill, Wisconsin, on September 25, 2026. Born on February 28, 1939, to Dale and Norma (Klein) Jabas, she spent her entire life living in Merrill.
Donna married her beloved David Harold Woller on August 20, 1956, in Bessemer, Michigan.
A spirited woman with a warm heart, she found pleasure in the...
Clarence Schroeder
Sep 25, 2026
Clarence Schroeder, 86, passed away at Pine Crest Health and Memory Care under the care of Interim Healthcare Hospice on the beautiful sunny morning of Friday, September 25, 2026 with his family by his side. Clarence was born November 12, 1939 to Ernest and Evelyn Schroeder. He spent his first years growing up in Chicago, until the family moved back...
Faye E. Marsceau
Sep 24, 2026
With heavy hearts and loved ones by her side, Faye E. Marsceau, 95, of Merrill, passed away Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026. Faye was born at home on March 28, 1931, to Harold W. and Ellen M. (Engstrom) Anderson. A life-long Merrill resident, she attended the County Normal School and graduated from Merrill High School in 1949. While in high school,...
Juliana 'Julie' Baumgart
Sep 23, 2026
Juliana “Julie” Dorothy Baumgart, 86, of Merrill, passed away on September 23 at her residence in Merrill, Wisconsin. Julie was born August 1, 1940, in Merrill to Elroy and Dorothy (Pickruhm) Zimmerman. She graduated from Merrill High School in 1958 and married LaVerne “Vern” Baumgart on May 6, 1961, in Merrill. Julie accompanied Vern to Germany in 1965 where he...
Gerald DuWayne Wick
Sep 22, 2026
Gerald DuWayne Wick, son of Percy T. Wick and Viola Nel Wick, was born, December 10, 1932 in Park Falls, Wisconsin. He passed to Heaven on September 22, 2026 at Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau. He was 93 years old.
Jerry’s formative years were spent in Merrill, graduating from Merrill High School in 1950. After one year of college, he joined...
Brian "Mort" Sukow
Sep 22, 2026
Brian “Mort” Sukow
He was born on Flag Day and died the day of fall equinox. He was nicknamed Mort in his teen years by his dad after a bucktoothed puppet, that name stayed with him his whole life. A legend. Many know Mort as the life of the party. He loved to smile, laugh, sing, dance and drink. He coached...
Bonnie J. Hinz
Sep 21, 2026
Bonnie Jean Hinz, age 79, of Merrill, passed away Monday, September 21, 2026, at her home under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice surrounded by family. She was born April 5, 1947, in Merrill to Reuben and Betty (Schnoor) Maluegge. She married the loved of her life, William “Bill” Hinz on August 19, 1967. Their union lasted over...
Melvin 'Mel' Hassel
Sep 20, 2026
Melvin ‘Mel’ E. Hassel, 83, formerly of Merrill, passed away Sunday, September 20, 2026, at Mount View Care Center, Wausau. Born on December 6, 1942, in the Town of Harding, Lincoln County, Mel was the son of Peter and Elsie (Kleinschmidt) Hassel. He married Janice Marie Jacobson in 1963. She preceded him in death on December 2, 2001.
Mel spent many...
James Allen Pagel
Sep 19, 2026
James Allen Pagel, age 88, passed away at the Tomah Veteran’s Hospital on September 19, 2026.
James was born March 29, 1938, to Harry and Myrtle (Borchardt) Pagel. He was baptized and confirmed into the Lutheran religion. He was an active member of the Christ Lutheran Church in Merrill.
James was a Dairy Farmer most of his life. He started farming at...
Cheryl L. Plautz
Sep 11, 2026
Cheryl L. Plautz, 63, of Merrill, passed away at home on Friday, September 11, 2026, surrounded by the loving company of her family. Born on July 31, 1963, in Merrill, Cheryl was the daughter of Norman and Rita (Steinfest) Koch. Cheryl graduated from Merrill High School with the class of 1981. Cheryl married Ryan Plautz on August 2, 1986, in Merrill....
Sister Mary Michael Smits
Sep 11, 2026
Sister Mary Michael Smits, a Sister of Mercy of the Holy Cross, age 98 died, September 11, 2026, at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, Wisconsin.
Arlyn Mary Smits was born November 2, 1927, in Elk River, Minnesota, to Lloyd M. and Clara E. (Stuplich) Smits. She entered Holy Cross Convent in Merrill, Wisconsin, on July 6, 1946, and professed her vows...
Emily Marie Pankow
Sep 5, 2026
Emily Marie Pankow, 100, of Merrill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 5, 2026.
Emily is survived by her daughter, Sharon Zortman of Rib Mountain, Wisconsin; son, Jim Pankow Jr. of Plymouth, Wisconsin; seven grandchildren, Mary (Rick) Klemm, Kristine (David) Paul, Kathleen Swoboda, Amy Nichols, Aron (Nicole) Pankow, Andrew (Annette) Zortman, and Jennifer (Brad) Knispel, fifteen great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. Emily...
Megan R. Latzig-Tugnoli
Sep 3, 2026
Megan Latzig-Tugnoli, 53, of Gastonia, NC, passed away Thursday, September 3, 2026, under hospice care at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, Charlotte, NC.
Megan was born May 4, 1973, in Merrill, daughter of Walter and Betty (Osness) Latzig. She graduated from Merrill High School with the class of 1991. Megan enlisted in the United States Air Force on November 22, 1991....
Marjorie Ann Radenz
Sep 3, 2026
Marjorie Ann Radenz, 89, of Wausau, Wisconsin, was called to her heavenly home on September 3, 2026. She was born on April 19, 1937, in Merrill, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Henry and Katharine (Dorn) Czech.
Marjorie lived a life rich in faith, love and community. She was a dedicated secretary at Wausau Insurance/Liberty Insurance Company, where she made numerous lifelong...
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