A Wausau man with a lifetime passion for storytelling and a 35-year career at Wisconsin Public Radio, Rick Reyer, died Sept. 22 after his battle with ALS. He was 64.
According to his obituary, during his career, Reyer, “lent his voice to thousands, sharing news, information, and stories of people both local and international.” He retired as WPR Regional Manager in 2023.
His family said Reyer’s proudest accomplishment was leading the design and construction of a state-of-the-art recording studio on the UW-Marathon County campus.
Reyer was also an active member of the Wausau community, serving on the local police and fire commission, on the board for House Beautiful Retreats and as a member of organizations including the Rotary Club of Wausau, Wausau Region Chamber of Commerce, Northwoods Festival of Brass, and the Wausau Elks Lodge.
A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 3 at 11 a.m. at Immanuel Baptist Church. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the start of the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations in Rick’s honor to Empowered Dream Hunts Inc., Team Gleason, or the ALS Association.
