Charleen A. Goretski, 78, of Wausau, passed away peacefully just before sunrise on Wednesday, December 6, 2023.

If Charleen had a compass in her hand, it no doubt would be pointing "Up North"! As a kid, Wabeno, Wisconsin was the family destination. As an adult, Sayner, Wisconsin was "Up North." Charleen also enjoyed many trips to Root Lake, Ontario. More recently Charleen and Don had their campsites at the New Wood area in Lincoln County.

Charleen was an Associate Member of the Man of Honor Society, where she thoroughly enjoyed the company of our local Veteran's and helping with the fundraising events.

Charleen was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Genevieve Stadler; brother, Duane Stadler, sister's, Joyce in infancy, Sharon (Jerry), and Karon (Raymond); as well as her infant grandson Drew.

She is survived by her husband Don; children, Andy (Laurie), Amy, and Brian; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Geraldine Goretski, Kathy Eiden, and Shirley Stadler; as well as her brother-in-law, Dave Duranceau.

A memorial service will be held at 4:00 pm on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at John J. Buettgen Funeral Home, 948 Grand Avenue, Schofield. A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm until the time of services at the funeral home. Fellowship will follow the services at Whiskey River, 5512 Stewart Avenue, Wausau.

John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Family and friends are asked to visit www.honorone.com where they can leave a memory or online condolence.