In loving memory

Janet Rae Hilber

August 28, 1953 – October 31, 2026

Age 73 · Wausau, WI

Janet Rae Hilber, 73, of Wausau, WI, died October 31, 2026. Janet was born August 28, 1953. Arrangements are by Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care.

Updated · Source: Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care

Janet was one of 13 children raised on the Zunker family farm in Wausau, and later returned there to raise her own children. She was known for her gardening, canning, and cooking, and enjoyed bingo, casino trips, Packers games, and church. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister, and is survived by her children, grandchildren, siblings, and extended family.

Summarized from the full obituary at Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care.

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When is Janet Rae Hilber’s celebration of life?
Janet Rae Hilber’s celebration of life is November 15, 2026 at 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM, at Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care, 2809 Jelinek Avenue, Weston, WI 54476.
How old was Janet Rae Hilber?
Janet Rae Hilber of Wausau, WI was 73 when Janet died on October 31, 2026; Janet was born August 28, 1953.
Which funeral home is handling Janet’s arrangements?
Ascend Funeral Home & Cremation Care is handling arrangements for Janet Rae Hilber and publishes the full obituary, guestbook and flower orders on its website.

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