Obituaries
Jennifer Jean Durkee
Nov 2, 2026
Jennifer "Jenny" Durkee, age 64, of Merrill, Wisconsin, passed away on November 2, 2026, at Marshfield Hospital.
Jenny was born Jennifer Jean Reedich on August 8, 1962, in Merrill to Jeanette and Edward Reedich, Jr. She attended St. Robert’s grade school, graduated from Merrill High School, and went on to earn an associate degree in accounting from North Central Technical School...
Gregory A. Zoellner
Oct 31, 2026
Gregory A. Zoellner, of Merrill, entered eternal life early the morning of October 31, 2026, while residing in the Hospice House in Wausau.
He was united in marriage to Carol Kreie Natzke on October 5, 1985.
Greg was born on November 22, 1947 to Earl and Sylvia Zoellner. The family lived in Irma and spent many hours enjoying life as a kid...
Mary Jo Karaba
Oct 30, 2026
Mary Jo (Doering) Karaba, of Merrill, Wisconsin, passed away on October 29, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a family who will forever cherish her.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, daughter, and dear friend. She had a kind heart and a caring spirit that touched the lives of many. As a nurse, she dedicated...
Norma Jean Thompson
Oct 30, 2026
Norma Jean Thompson (Wethern), age 87, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2026, in West St. Paul, Minnesota.
Norma was born at home on August 21, 1939, in St. Maries, Idaho, to Clyde Herman and Viola Angeline (Powell) Wethern. At age two, her family returned to Wisconsin, residing in the Clam Falls area before settling in Wausau by the time she...
Sister Mary Thomas Reichl
Oct 29, 2026
Sister Mary Thomas Reichl, a Sister of Mercy of the Holy Cross, age 97 died, October 29, 2026, at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, Wisconsin.
Elizabeth “Betty” was born November 29, 1928, in Athens, Wisconsin, to George and Susan (Rauen) Reichl. She entered Holy Cross Convent in Merrill, Wisconsin, October 24, 1946, and professed her vows on July 17, 1948 ....
Carri A. Leyk
Oct 22, 2026
Carri Ann Leyk, 44, of Merrill, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous eight-year battle with cancer.
Born on November 18, 1981, in Wausau, Carri was the daughter of Richard and Sandra (Bendickson) Pozorski. She graduated from D.C. Everest High School in 2000 and went on to earn her accounting degree from...
Father James Robert Horath
Oct 19, 2026
Father James Robert Horath, age 81, passed away peacefully and gently into His Father’s Loving Arms surrounded by family and under the care of Aspirus Hospice on Monday, October 19, 2026.
Fr. Jim served the people of the Diocese of Superior from his ordination in 1973 until his retirement in 2010. After retirement from active parish ministry, Fr. Jim assisted his...
Marie M. Skic
Oct 17, 2026
Marie Magdalena Skic, of Merrill, Wisconsin, entered into eternal rest with her Lord and Savior on Oct. 17, 2026, at age 98.
Marie was born on Oct. 30, 1927, in Merrill, Wisconsin, to Gottlieb and Marie (Voegli) Wirz, both of whom immigrated from Switzerland. She was baptized later that year and confirmed on June 23, 1940, at St. Luke Lutheran Church...
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...
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