Nancy Litzer

Nancy Litzer obituary, Wausau, WI

Nancy Litzer

Nancy Litzer Obituary

Visit the Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service website to view the full obituary.

Nancy L. Litzer, 89, of Wausau beloved wife of the late Lyle Litzer, departed this life on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Sylvan Crossing. 

Nancy was born on April 21, 1934 in Wausau daughter of the late Reinhold and Tillie (Kleinschmidt) Priebe. She was a graduate of Wausau High School. Nancy retired after a 25 year career as a Payroll Specialist from Kraft Foods. Nancy found great joy in spending time with her family, including Holidays, Birthdays, and even just visiting. She enjoyed the family summer camping trips that took them to many of the states. She enjoyed the outdoors especially, gardening, growing flowers, and even the yard work which all took time to keep up. Nancy completed courses through Herbal Healer Academy becoming a Certified Herbalist. She had a strong faith, was active in local churches and played the organ.

She is survived by four children: Pamela Damm, John Litzer, Scott (Melissa) Litzer, and Keith (Renee) Litzer, along with four grandchildren: Mara (Jesse) Ruttger, Kyle (Chloe) Litzer, Rachel (Will) Landon, Shannen (Ben) Klatt and four great grandchildren: Miles, Oliver, Delilah, and Gemma. Nancy also leaves several nieces, a nephew, and extended family. Nancy is preceded in death by a sister Joyce Whiteside.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 24th from 9 AM - 11 AM at Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce Street, Wausau. A service celebrating her life will follow at 11 AM. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Park. 

The Litzer Family would like to say a special thank you to the staff at Sylvan Crossing for the care and compassion they showed Nancy during her stay.


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Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service

302 Spruce St, Wausau, WI 54401

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