Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Weston, WI and surrounding areas

Jean Toms Holte Springer

Jean Toms Holte Springer

August 11, 2025

Jean Toms Holte Springer was born on June 26, 1938, in Monico, WI. She passed peacefully, with her children at her side, at home in Wausau, WI, on August 11, 2025.Jean was raised by a Christian family and her faith was the most important thing in her life. As a child, she enjoyed ice skating with neighbor friends on a...

Helen B. Krueger

Helen B. Krueger

October 3, 2025

Helen B. Krueger, 93, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2025, at Mount View Care Center, under the compassionate care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

Helen was born on February 18, 1932, in Athens, Wisconsin, to the late A.G. and Pauline "Polly" (Weiss) Reineking. Her family moved to Spencer, Wisconsin, when she was ten years old. After completing her...

Robert "Bob" Edward Olson

Robert "Bob" Edward Olson

October 2, 2025

Robert "Bob" Edward Olson, 82, of Kronenwetter passed away at his home on Thursday, October 2, 2025.

He was born on March 5, 1943, in Milwaukee, son of the late Fred and Margaret (Johnson) Olson. During his youth, he enjoyed participating in the Boy Scouts, and went on to earn his Eagle Scout award. He attended the University of Wisconsin -...

Steven Wimmer

Steven Wimmer

September 30, 2025

Steven Scott Wimmer was born on May 30, 1958, in Wausau, Wisconsin, and passed away on September 30, 2025.

Steven dedicated many years of his adult life to working as a dump truck driver for Wimmer Granite and as an installer with Skyview Sunrooms and Glass. His craftsmanship can be seen in significant projects such as the Wauwatosa Children's Hospital and...

Michael Sean Bell

Michael Sean Bell

September 28, 2025

Michael Sean Bell, age 55, passed away on September 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on October 7, 1971, in Columbia, South Carolina, Michael was a devoted husband, father, stepfather, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Linda; his sons, Michael Aaron Bell and Michael James Winisky; his stepdaughter, Amanda Lynn Rice; and ten beloved grandchildren.

Michael was a...

Heather GM Eckardt

Heather GM Eckardt

September 28, 2025

Heather GM Eckardt, born on August 8, 1980, in Waupaca, Wisconsin, was an artistic soul who left this world unexpectedly at her home on September 28, 2025, at 45 years old. She was the definition of kindness and warmth, touching the lives of so many through her creativity and unwavering support for others

A graduate of Waupaca High School, she cherished...

Rick Reyer

Rick Reyer

September 22, 2025

Richard Daniel Reyer, 64, of Wausau, WI, passed away peacefully in his home late on Monday, September 22, after his battle with ALS. Born June 6, 1961, in Madison, WI, to Daniel and Sharon Reyer, Rick was the oldest of three children.

Rick was a man of unshakeable faith and profound integrity. He constantly sought to deepen his relationship with God,...

Amanda Marie Olson

Amanda Marie Olson

September 21, 2025

Amanda Marie Olson, age 37, of Weston, passed away much too soon on September 21, 2025, leaving behind a world that is decidedly less funny and less beautiful without her in it.

Born October 1, 1987, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to Cliff Goldade and the late Julie Litzer, Amanda grew up with a big heart and an even bigger sense of humor....

Teresa Ann Hursh

Teresa Ann Hursh

September 20, 2025

Teresa Ann Hursh, a beloved figure whose heart and spirit touched all who knew her, passed away on September 20, 2025, in Marshfield, Wisconsin. Born on May 8, 1967, in Oakland, California, she lived a life that radiated love, warmth, and creativity.

As a professional grandmother, Teresa dedicated her life to cherishing and nurturing her family. She held immense pride in...

Michael John Cyborowski

Michael John Cyborowski

September 10, 2025

Michael John Cyborowski, fondly known as "M&M," passed away unexpectedly on September 10, 2025, in Wausau, Wisconsin. Born on August 8, 1972, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Michael was a vibrant spirit whose larger-than-life personality touched the hearts of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him.

A dedicated husband and father, Mike found immense pride in his roles within his family. He...

Sharon Marie Jagler

Sharon Marie Jagler

September 4, 2025

Sharon Marie Jagler, the daughter of Woodrow and Mildred Groff, was born on July 30, 1934, in Wausau, Wisconsin. She was called to her heavenly home on September 4, 2025, at the age of 91.

Sharon attended the original Franklin grade school, spent part of junior high in Minocqua, and graduated from Wausau High School in 1952. She met the love...

Chad Robin Kort

Chad Robin Kort

September 2, 2025

Chad Kort, age 53, of Tomahawk, formerly of Weston, passed away on September 2, 2025, at Marshfield Medical Center in Marshfield, WI. Born on July 16, 1972, Chad was known for his infectious sense of humor and loving spirit, always seeking to bring laughter and joy to those around him.

Chad's professional life was rooted in the metal fabrication industry, where...

Darryl Sigurd Westlund

Darryl Sigurd Westlund

August 30, 2025

Darryl Westlund, 81, of Weston passed away peacefully at Aspirus Hospice House on August 30, 2025. He was born in Wausau, Wisconsin on October 16th, 1943. He grew up in Wittenberg, Wisconsin, where he attended Wayside Elementary School and then Wittenberg Grade School. After grade school, he attended Wittenberg High School, graduating in 1961. 

He described himself as a very normal...

DeVern Orlin Nygaard

DeVern Orlin Nygaard

August 27, 2025

DeVern Orlin Nygaard, born on September 26, 1940, in the charming town of Columbus, North Dakota, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, in Schofield, Wisconsin. He lived a life marked by dedication, love, and an unwavering faith that resonated deeply with all who had the privilege to know him.

Throughout his illustrious journey, DeVern earned his Doctor of Divinity, a...

Roberta Mae McCabe

Roberta Mae McCabe

August 21, 2025

On her 86th birthday, August 21, 2025, Roberta McCabe went home to be with her Lord and Savior.

Roberta's life was one built on faith, love, and service to others. Born on August 21, 1939, she grew up with a heart for children and spent her career doing what she loved most - caring for them. For many years, she worked...

Sue Jeanette Gruetzmacher

Sue Jeanette Gruetzmacher

August 21, 2025

The world lost a joyful melody on August 21, 2025, when Susan “Sue” Jeanette Gruetzmacher, 87, passed away at Rennes Health & Rehab in Weston, Wisconsin. Born on February 19, 1938, in Wausau, Wisconsin, to Wilbert and Irene (Glasel) Zastrow, Sue’s life was a harmony of faith, family, and music.

Sue graduated from D.C. Everest in 1956, and on June 13,...

Esther Martha Reger

Esther Martha Reger

August 17, 2025

Esther Reger, 95, of Weston, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, August 17th, at Rennes Health and Rehab Center in Weston, WI, under St. Croix Hospice Care.

Esther Martha (Wietrzykowski) Koskey was born June 10, 1930, at home in Kronenwetter, WI, to the late Anton and Helen (Budnik) Koskey.

Esther went to school through eighth grade and then off to work....

Denver Arnold Shilts

Denver Arnold Shilts

August 16, 2025

Denver Arnold Shilts, 95, was welcomed into heaven by Jesus on his birthday, August 16, 2025.

He was born August 16, 1930, in Boyd, Wisconsin, to Edward and Pearl Shilts.

Denver served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War. After being honorably discharged, he was united in marriage to Keryl Steivang on December 17, 1955. They settled in Wausau and were...

Gary Imhoff

Gary Imhoff

August 14, 2025

Gary Imhoff, 68, of Wausau, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at his home in Wausau, surrounded by his loving family, following a courageous four-year battle with cancer. He was born on July 20, 1957, in Wausau, son of Leonard and Loretta (Ostrowski) Imhoff. Gary embraced life with a great sense of humor that brought laughter and joy to...

Philip Richard Johnson

Philip Richard Johnson

August 12, 2025

Philip Johnson, a man whose humor and kindness touched all who knew him, passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a valiant battle with dementia. He was 81 years old.

Phil married the love of his life, Diane Vorwalske, on May 2, 1964, in Wausau. From that day forward, he lived the vows he made—always...