William J. Werba

1921 - 2015

Werba, William J.



William J. Werba, 93, of Rothschild, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2015 surrounded by his loving family.

William was born on May 25, 1921 to the late John and Kate (Schneider) Werba. He went on to marry the love of his life Dorothy Moss on February 6, 1946 and together they raised their three children.

William joined the United States Army in 1943 and served his Country honorably for two years in Alaska. The love of Alaska passed on to his children as they all resided in Alaska. After completing his years in the service, William went on to work for Weyerhauser Paper Mill, retiring as Supervisor after 45 years.

He was very active at his church, Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Rothschild. William was very active within the Village of Rothschild, serving on several committees.

William was an extreme sport enthusiast and an active outdoorsman. He enjoyed watching the Packers and Chicago Cubs and was very passionate about hunting and fishing. He shared his love for sports and the outdoors with his friends and family, who often referred to him as "Over the Hill Bill."

Survivors include his wife, Dorothy, Rothschild; his sons, Bruce (Connie), Holy Cross, AK; Jim (special friend Sara Nichols), Seldovia, AK; his daughter, Nancy (John) Hrebik, Mosinee; 11 grandchildren, Denise (Mark), William (Alex), Jaron (Sina), Bruce Jr., Katie, Travis, Josh, Thomas, Jennifer, John (Mari) and Joel (DanaKay); 17 great-grandchildren and one more on the way; sister, Lorraine Russ; brother-in-law, Arthur Preuss; and many nieces and nephews.

Beside his parents he was preceded in death by his sister, Marie Preuss; his granddaughter Gwendolyn Flores Hoffman and brother-in-law Dwayne Russ.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2015 at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 503 Schmidt Ave, Rothschild. The Rev. Richard Block will officiate. Visitation will take place on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church. Burial will take place at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Wausau.

Condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com