All Obituaries

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Germaine H. Averill, age 87, of Merrill, peacefully passed away August 6th, 2020 at Waunakee Manor under the care of Agrace Hospice of Janesville. She was born April 22, 1933 in Merrill to the late Philip J. and Helen M. (Riebe) Klimek. Germaine and Harry Averill were united in marriage June 8, 1957, a union that would last for nearly 45 years. Sadly, he preceded her in death March 13, 2002. Germaine was a teacher for Woodruff State Grade School for most of her career. She had also taught...

Donald H. Radke “Hon”, age 95, of Merrill, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at the Wisconsin Veteran’s Home in King, WI.  Donald was born on November 28, 1924 in Merrill, son of the late William F. and Adline (Klevine) Radke.  Don proudly served in the United States Navy and was a WWII Veteran. Donald married Bernice Klemp on August 15, 1949 in Bessmer, MI.  She preceded him in death in 2004. He was the owner of “Hons” Bar in the sixth...

On Wednesday, July 29, 2020, Freja Avess Swanson - Ritchie peacefully passed away in her sleep.  Born on December 18, 2019, she lived to be only 7 months and 11 days old. Freja’s favorite things in life were her parents, Asheley Swanson, Dillon Ritchie and snuggling her fuzzy pink blanket.  For such a small girl, born prematurely, she loved to eat and eat a lot, so strong for her size.  The adorable baby she was, her mother dressed her in the prettiest colors of purple,...

Anthony ‘Tony’ P. Rothmeyer, age 48, of Merrill, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2020 at the Aspirus Hospice House in Wausau, while surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on December 30, 1971 to Dennis & Paulette (Grefe) Rothmeyer in Merrill.  His father survives.  Tony attended and graduated from Merrill High School. Tony worked at Wal Mart in Merrill for over 22 years – a job that he loved!  He would look forward to seeing his friends and...

Carol Jeanne Donner, age 89, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at Marshfield Medical Center, Marshfield, WI. She was a Christmas baby, born December 25, 1930, in Merrill, to the late Otto and Agnes (Johnson) Dupke. She married the love of her life, David Karl Donner, on June 7, 1952. They celebrated 68 years of marriage this past June. He survives. Carol attended the Gleason State Graded School through sophomore year and finished her schooling at Merrill High School in 1949. She went on...

Daniel ‘Danny’ C. Klempke, age 34, of Merrill, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, July 19, 2020.  He was born on June 23, 1986 to Daniel W. Klempke and Christine Steidl in Wausau, WI.  Danny attended and graduated from Merrill High School.  He worked as a manager at Taco Bell/KFC in Merrill until he was unable to work, due to an illness.  Danny enjoyed fishing and was a huge L.A. Lakers fan!  He loved watching basketball games and played basketball...

Ronald ‘Ron’ F. Lass, a.k.a ‘Bert’, age 84, of Merrill, passed away on his favorite holiday, July 4, 2020, at his residence in Merrill, while surrounded by his loving family and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  He was born on March 8, 1936 to the late Edward and May (Marunde) Lass in Evanston, IL.  Ron attended and graduated from high school and went on to proudly serve his county in the U.S. Coast Guard from April 14, 1955...

Edward S Glisch, age 74, of Merrill passed on Sunday, June 28, 2020 surrounded by his loving family at his residence. Ed was born in Milwaukee to the late Edward & Ann (Rollfink) Glisch on May 16, 1946.  Ed worked as a youth counselor for Lincoln Hills for over 22 years.  He had a passion for riding and loved his bike.  Ed had an amazing sense of humor & would tell jokes that would make you laugh.  If you knew Ed, a handshake would never do!  Hugs and...

Maria Sosnovske, age 86, of Merrill, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at Bell Tower Residence in Merrill, with her family by her side and under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care & Hospice Services.  She was born on May 5, 1934 to the Heron and Regina (Selthofner) Pos in Cabuna, Croatia .  Maria met Richard Sosnovske and the two exchanged marriage vows on March 27, 1954 in the town of Harrison.  Sadly, he preceded her in death on July 25, 2002. Maria was a dairy farmer...