Delores Weiler
Delores A. Weiler, 80, Athens, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, at Copperleaf Assisted Living, Marathon, while under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
She was born September 25, 1941, in Poniatowski, daughter of the late Herbert and Ardella (Rucks) Berres. On June 25, 1960, she married Glenn Rodman. They later divorced. She then married Clarence Weiler on November 1, 1980, in Wausau. He preceded her in death on January 23, 2018.
Growing up, Delores Berres attended Edgar area schools. That’s where she held the throne of Homecoming Queen. Later, she would be crowned Summer Sweetheart of Central Wisconsin. Delores had many hobbies growing up such as fishing, hunting, biking and the love of any animal, big or small.
Getting married to Glenn Rodman at age 18, moving to a farm and starting a family shortly after, Delores was destined to be an amazing cook, as they were soon raising a household that consisted of eight children. While raising her children, Delores worked at various places throughout her life, leaving a lasting impression of memories everywhere. She was well known for her kindhearted ways and empathetic nature. She had two cherished pets, a poodle “Asti” and a cat “Gracie”, whom she adored and treated as if they were her children. She enjoyed traveling, which she ventured to several states with her best friend and mother-in-law, Mary Rodman. They made it to the Badlands of Dakota, and through Canada and into Alaska to visit family and friends. After marrying Clarence Weiler and managing a tavern that served food, she was known for the best potato salad in town. She couldn’t wait for the seasons to change, for doing anything outdoors were her favorite pastimes. Taking a drive in the country, listening to classic country music, mowing the lawn and planting flowers. She enjoyed going on a hayride for her birthday, or special event, watching the Brewers, or just going visiting. In winter, she enjoyed watching the Packers, board games, playing cards, doing puzzles, and decorating for Christmas. She really loved Christmas, and enjoyed having her children and grandchildren for her Christmas dinner at 1 p.m. But her favorite pastime was reminiscing about old times and laughing! She loved to laugh and just act silly!
Survivors include her children: Brenda (John) Klimpke, Tammy (Mike) Dahl, Todd Rodman, Gail (Scott) Zettler, Dawn Rodman, Noreen (Dennis) Albrecht, Wendy (Tony) Niewolny and Troy (Erica) Rodman. Her children gave her 19 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She had one stepdaughter, Linda (Randy) Rodman; a brother, Lawrence (Theresa) Berres; and many nieces and nephews, step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren.
Besides her parents, Delores was preceded in death by her second husband, Clarence Weiler; one great granddaughter, Madelyn Dahl; and two stepsons, Lester and Gerald Weiler.
A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 7, 2022, at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Athens. The Rev. George Graham will preside. Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery, Athens. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of service, all at the church. Peterson/ Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com Delores’s family would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the staff at Copperleaf and Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services for the outstanding care they all shared with Delores.
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