Susan Wiater

Susan J. Wiater, age 67, of Wisconsin Rapids passed away Thursday, September 21, 2023 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids with her family by her side.
A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, September 27 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wisconsin Rapids. Fr. Daniel Williams will preside. Visitation for family and friends will be held from 9:00 A.M. until the time of services on Wednesday at the church. Interment will be at a later date at Guardian Angel Cemetery in Stevens Point.
Susan was born January 25, 1956 in Stevens Point to Albert and Catherine (Wozniak) Pliska. She grew up in Stevens Point and graduated from Steven Point Area Senior High School (SPASH). She furthered her education at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, graduating with a degree in elementary education and library science. She was united in marriage to Scott Wiater on July 14, 1984 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nekoosa.
She spent her entire career with Nekoosa Public Schools where she taught fifth grade and was a librarian for the grade school, middle school, and high school libraries. She retired after over 40 years of dedication to the education and development of Nekoosa area youth.
Susan was a woman of many passions and deep faith. She was very involved at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, serving as a lector, participating in the liturgical committee, and helping build and maintain the church library. She was a member of the Parish Council of Catholic Women, contributing her wisdom and kindness to her fellow parishioners. In her free time, Susan loved being outdoors, going on bike rides, and indulging in her love for the arts and reading. Above all, Susan loved her family and friends. She enjoyed traveling and creating lasting memories with her loved ones.
Susan is survived by her loving husband, Scott Wiater, and their devoted son, Aaron Wiater (along with his cat, Valentino); two sisters: Marie (Tom) Firkus of Plover and Patti (Tom) Bella of Minocqua; and her brother, Richard Pliska of Plover. She was preceded in death by her parents Albert and Catherine Pliska and her in-laws Don and Betty Wiater.
Susan's life was filled with love, service, and faith. She touched countless lives and leaves behind a legacy of unwavering dedication and love for her community. Memorials in her honor may be designated to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
Special thanks to the doctors, nurses and staff at Aspirus Riverview Hospital for the exceptional care Susan received.
Herman-Taylor Funeral Home, Wisconsin Rapids, is honored to be assisting the family.