Claude Bickler

Claude Bickler, formerly of Antigo, WI and Sun City Center since 1991 passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 in Sun City Center, FL at the age of 94.

Claude was born on October 21, 1926 in Marathon City to the late Peter and Ann (Langer) Bickler.

Claude graduated from Loyal High School. In 1948 he received his bachelor's and master's degrees from UW Eau Claire. That same year he was united in marriage to Gwendolyn (Tucker) Bickler on June 7th in Eau Claire. She survives.

Claude worked for the Wausau School District for 37 years as an educator and elementary school principal. Formerly residing in Antigo and Wausau before moving to Sun City Center, FL, Claude was always involved in his communities. He was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Elcho, St. Anne's Catholic Church in Wausau, and Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Sun City Center. He was also a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, Knights of Columbus, Marathon County Education Association, State and National Elementary Principals Association, Bass Lake Country Club, and the Sandpiper Golf Club in Sun City. He was a proficient life-long golfer finally giving it up at age 91.

Survivors in addition to his wife include a son, Scott (Fran) Bickler Sun City Center, FL; daughter; Suzanne (John) Juedes of Wausau, WI; 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Claude was preceded in death by a son; William Bickler, 7 sisters, and 11 brothers.

Claude was a devoted husband and father caring for Gwen and his family his ENTIRE life. He will always be remembered for his strong faith, sharp intelligence, kindness to others and many talents. Being a jack-of-all trades, there was nothing he couldn't do. Be it fix, repair, build, train a horse or solve a problem, he could do it all. Always lending a helping hand, he was an exceptional man. Loved and admired by many, Claude will be greatly missed by all who knew him or of him.

Claude and Gwen (Tucker) Bickler, formerly of Antigo, WI and Sun City Center, FL since 1991.

Claude Bickler, passed away Tuesday, March 16, 2021 in Sun City Center, FL at the age of 94 and Gwen (Tucker) Bickler, passed away Thursday, December 29, 2022 in Sun City Center, FL at the age of 94.

Internment will take place Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at 2:00 pm, for both Claude and Gwen at the Queen of Peace Cemetery, Antigo, WI.