Edward L. Hoffmann passed away peacefully on August 10, 2023, in his home. Ed was born on January 15, 1944, to Lawrence Hoffmann and Gertrude (Klimpke) Hoffmann. He was one of three children and grew up on the family farm in the Town of Johnson, Marathon County. He attended the Silver Leaf School through the 8th grade and then entered the workforce, mainly in the construction trades. He worked for Berger Construction, helped run a farm for a time, S.D. Ellenbecker, Belanger Granite, and the Town of Johnson as a road maintenance operator. Ed was a hard worker and liked to help out his friends and family. He liked to tinker in the garage, welding and fabricating equipment for farming, gardening and construction. In August of 1966, Ed married Theresa Weiler. They stayed married until Theresa passed away in February of 2020. They worked long and hard to make a life for themselves. During the first years of their marriage, Ed joined the National Guard and stayed in for six years. He was honorably discharged in March of 1971. He liked to have fun but preferred to get things done. Ed did enjoy hunting, fishing, going to auctions and traveling semilocally. He will be missed by many family, friends and acquaintances. Edward was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa. He is survived by their son, Brandon; a daughter-in-law, Lisa; a granddaughter, Alicia, and a grandson, William. He is also survived by a brother, Norbert; a sister, Margaret; a nephew, Lee; a niece, Lori, and many cousins. A Celebration of Life will be held on September 23 at the Town of Johnson Town Hall from noon to 4 p.m. A meal will be served. Paid obituary 141611

Daniel P. Janda, 76, of Medford, passed away Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Aspirus Hospital in Medford. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 18, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Medford with Fr. Patrick McConnell presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 18, at the church. Burial will be at a later date at Athens Cemetery. Dan was born January 3, 1947, in Eau Claire. At three months old, he was adopted by his parents, Alvin and Minnie (Kloth) Janda. He grew up on their dairy farm in Medford, and graduated from Medford High School. After graduating high school, he went to college for two years, and joined the U.S. Army National Guard. He moved to Milwaukee where he worked at Briggs and Stratton for a few years then moved back to Medford to work on the farm and drive milk truck. On October 20, 1973, he married Rhonda Hardt. They continued to farm the Janda farm until retirement. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing softball and pool, snowmobiling, mowing lawn and feeding the birds. He will be dearly missed by his wife, Rhonda of Medford; four children: Tom Janda (Pam Janda), Julie Berger, Tim (Missy) Janda, all of Medford, and Jill (Davey) Eckert of Athens; six grandchildren: Braxton Janda, Braden Janda, Kassidy Janda, Kyana Janda, Karly Eckert and Sierra Berger, and his foster brother, Leo Wright. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Kenny. Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Please visit www.hemerfuneralservice.com to share condolences online. Paid obituary 142071

John Marlin Niemann, 62, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 4, 2023. John was born June 14, 1961, in Milan, Mich., to Melvin and Susie Niemann. He was a 1979 graduate of Edgar High School. After high school he discovered the love of truck driving across the country. He married Jean on June 6, 1987, and together they rode the highways across the country. After driving truck, John was currently employed at Greenheck. John will be remembered for his faith, his willingness to help everyone, and his love of family. He was preceded in death by his sister, Suezann; his mother, Susie; his wife, Jean, and stepdaughter, Mildred. He is survived by his father and stepmother, Melvin and Sharon; his grandmother, Arabella; his siblings: Glenn (Diana), Keith (Fay), Carol, Mark (Jill), Virginia (Michael) and Aaron (Karissa); stepchildren: Erwin (Kim), Paul, Lori (Ken) and Kurt (Laura), and numerous nieces, nephews and step-grandchildren. A funeral service was held at St. John’s High Steeple Lutheran Church on Huckleberry Rd., Edgar, on September 8, 2023, with a visitation from 9:30 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m. Memorials can be made to a charity that speaks to your heart. Paid obituary 142094

Bernice C. “Bea” Marohl, 79, of Stratford, passed away on September 3, 2023, surrounded by her family at Three Oaks Health Services, Marshfield. She was born on February 27, 1944, in Marinette. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at noon this Friday, Sept. 8, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Stratford, with the Rev. Sengole Vethanayagam presiding. Visitation will be on Friday from 10 a.m. until the service. Burial will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, town of Eau Pleine. Sauter/Rembs Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.

John Marlin Niemann, 62, passed away unexpectedly at his home on September 4, 2023. John was born June 14, 1961, in Milan, Mich. A funeral service will be held at St. John’s High Steeple Lutheran Church on Huckleberry Rd., Edgar, on September 8, 2023, with visitation from 9:30 a.m. until the service at 11 a.m. A full obituary will be published next week.

John M. Bartelt, age 94, of Marion, passed away on Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born and raised in Marathon. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Marion, with the Rev. Karen Reimer presiding. A private family interment will take place at Greenleaf Cemetery, Marion, prior to the memorial service. A full obituary will be published next week.

Scott Randell Weith, age 60, passed away on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, in Irma. He was born on August 14, 1963, to Wallace and Geneva (Krohn) Weith in Wausau. Scott loved growing and taking care of plants. He knew every answer to any trivia question and enjoyed watching cooking shows in hopes to become a better cook himself. He was a fan of all Wisconsin sports and a fan of Snoopy. Even though Scott didn’t like to fish, he enjoyed being on the boat while others fished. His family will remember Scott as a funny, sarcastic and stubborn man who was very giving, even when he didn’t have much himself. Scott is survived by his mother, Geneva Weith; siblings: Pam (Jerry) Wagner, Steve (Laura) Weith, Dan (Jeanne) Weith and Jason (Sara) Weith, and many nieces and nephews and great-niece and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Wallace Weith. A private family gathering will take place at a later time. Waid Funeral Home & Cremation Service of Merrill is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences are encouraged and may be made at www.waidfuneral.com. Paid obituary 141506

Marilyn C. Gajewski, 84, of Athens, died on August 23, 2023, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services at her home. She was born on February 15, 1939, in Milwaukee. No funeral services will be held.

Lyle E. Krautkramer, 89, of Marathon, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 20, 2023, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on August 17, 1934, in Marathon, to the late Joseph and Mary (Gassner) Krautkramer. Lyle married the former Laverne Kurtzweil in Marathon at St. Mary Catholic Church on May 1, 1957. Lyle worked for many years as a dairy and ginseng farmer. As he enjoyed building and tinkering with things, he also was able to develop equipment and practices that allowed for improved efficiency with his ginseng operations. Along with his hard work on the farm, he collected and acquired many antique tractors, including his favorite, manufactured by Eagle. Spending time with family was important to Lyle, and many evening Sheepshead games will be remembered by all. He enjoyed deer hunting, making sausage, fishing, golfing, polkas, and traveling with his family and friends. Over the years Lyle was able to travel extensively throughout the United States and across the world including, more recently, to Washington, D.C. with the Honor Flight. He served in the U.S. Army and also was a member of the American Legion Alois Dreikosen Post #469. He had a love for animals, especially for his white German Shepherds. Survivors include his four children: Kathy (Jeff) Koppa, Marathon, Brenda Kraft, Wausau, Francis (Jayme) Krautkramer, Marathon and Cindy (Alan) Schreier, Marathon; grandchildren: Jennifer (Raj) Bodicharla, Stacy (Mike) Liedl, Robert Kraft, Jonathon (Nikki) Kraft, Elyse (Will) Boyle, Brandon (Angelica) Krautkramer, Kara Krautkramer, David (Brianna) Schreier and Kristin (Tony) Meister; four great-grandsons; one great-granddaughter; sister, Irene Cihlar, Marathon; and brothers and sisters-in-law: Angie Martens, Elaine Iattoni, Richard Kienbaum and John Austin. He was preceded in death by his wife, Laverne; parents, Joseph and Mary; grandson, Benjamin Koppa; siblings: Delores (Clarence) Rader, Florence (Oscar) Witberler, Marie (Roman) Gau, Cecilia (Emil) Zins, Alois (Lillian), Carl (Mary), Joe (Sylvia) and Leroy; brothers and sisters-in-law: Richard (Mary Jane) Jansen, Fred (Lillian) Lang, Lyle Kurtzweil, Elaine Kienbaum and Donna Mae Austin; and Scott Kraft. The funeral Mass will be celebrated at noon on Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church, Marathon, with Rev. Msgr. Joseph Diermeier presiding. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. until the time of service, all at the church. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery with military honors accorded by the American Legion Alois Dreikosen Post #469 of Marathon. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com. We would like to thank the personnel at Renaissance Assisted Living, Copperleaf Assisted Living, Aspirus Emergency Department, Edgar and SAFER ambulance personnel along with first responders, Dr. Valantine, and Rev. Msgr. Joseph Diermeier for the care they gave Lyle over the past several years. Paid obituary 141161