Obituaries
Carolyn Franzen
Aug 9, 2025
Carolyn Franzen, age 76, passed away on August 9, 2025 at Caraton Commons in Green Bay.
Carolyn was born on December 22, 1948 in Manitowoc to the late Raphael and Catherine (Menchal) Rebechek. She was united in marriage to Melvin Franzen and while the couple later divorced, they lovingly shared two children together. She shared a longtime companionship with Charlie Theix,...
Nancy Stauffer Winter
Aug 7, 2025
Nancy Stauffer Winter, 84, of Eau Claire, WI, went to her heavenly home while surrounded by her loving family on August 7, 2025, after a long battle with progressive supranuclear palsy.
Nancy was born on April 19, 1941, in Antigo, WI, to Howard and Vivian (Elstad) Stauffer. Her family moved to Wausau, WI, in 1945, and she graduated from Wausau High...
Gary L. Domke
Aug 7, 2025
Gary L. Domke, age 69, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of Thursday, August 7, 2025 at the place he loved most, National Forest Campground on Pine Lake. Gary was born in Antigo on March 7, 1956, to the late Ralph and Margaret (Draeger) Domke. Gary was united in marriage to Cheryl A. Burkhart on November 5, 1977.
Gary worked as...
Bernice "Breezy" Van Boxtel
Aug 4, 2025
Bernice “Breezy” Van Boxtel, formerly of Pelican Lake and Appleton, passed away on August 4, 2025, under the care of her family, dear friend Diana Helser and her grandson Odin, and LeRoyer Hospice. She was 103 years old.
Breezy was born on December 19, 1921 in Appleton to the late Arthur and Selma (Luebke) Kollath. She married Urban Van Boxtel in...
Randy R. Tucker
Jul 26, 2025
Randy Robert Tucker, age 69, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2025 surrounded by family.
Randy was born on November 11, 1955 in Antigo to the late Vernon and Lorraine (Strandberg) Tucker.
Randy was a graduate of the Antigo High School class of 1974. He was united in marriage to Wendy Wagner on March 21, 1998 in Antigo.
Randy enjoyed be a part of...
Carol Ann Bloedorn
Jul 25, 2025
Carol Ann Bloedorn, age 82, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 25th, 2025, in Pearson, WI, surrounded by her loving family and two loyal canine companions, Red and Cedar.
Carol was born on September 11, 1942, in Milwaukee, WI, to Walter and Annette Schueler. Her early years were spent in Elm Grove, where she worked at the Elm Grove Pharmacy. She...
Robert C. Kemmer
Jul 24, 2025
Robert “Bob” Charles Kemmer, 57, of Antigo, WI, passed away on July 24th, 2025, in his hometown. Born September 20th, 1968, to Charlene and Richard Kemmer, Bob lived a life rooted in Antigo. He graduated from Antigo High School and spent his years working hard, raising his family, and doing things his own way. Bob owned Kemmer Electronics (formerly Stern...
Joan Marie Labbus
Jul 22, 2025
Joan Marie Labbus of Antigo passed away on July 22, 2025 at the age of 93.
Joan was born on September 13, 1931 in Polar to the late Alex and Elsa (Reimer) Kolpack. She was united in marriage to Richard Labbus on May 22, 1948 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Polar. The couple were married for 56 years before he...
Joy Steber
Jul 21, 2025
Joy Lorraine Steber of Antigo passed away on July 21, 2025 at the age of 92.
Joy was born on December 18, 1932 in Antigo to the late Harry and Mary (Blythe) Reif.
She attended Antigo High School. She was married to Donald G. Steber whom she later divorced. She was a homemaker who enjoyed spending time with her Family and loved...
Lonnie Lee Lodholz
Jul 17, 2025
Lonnie Lee Lodholz, age 91, of Antigo passed away July 17, 2025 at his home under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice.
Lonnie was born on May 26, 1934 in Deerbrook to the late Frank Carl and Pearl Jane (Quick) Lodholz.
He attended Elcho High School.
On March 28, 1958, Lonnie was united in marriage to Loretta Annette Lamb in Milwaukee.
They...
Rueben Kolpack
Jul 13, 2025
Rueben Kolpack, age 104, passed away peacefully on Sunday July 13, 2025. Rueben was born on March 19, 1921 to the late Alex and Elsa (Reimer) Kolpack in the Town of Polar. On May 24, 1947 Rueben was united in marriage to Lucille Rasch, a marriage that would last for 76 years and leave a legacy of love for family...
Jane Prosser Graunke
Jul 12, 2025
Jane Prosser Graunke of Gilbert, Arizona passed away on July 12, 2025 at American Orchard Senior Living. She was 94 years old. She always had a bright, quick smile and many stories for anyone she met.
Jane was born on June 5, 1931 in Antigo, WI to the late William and Charlotte Prosser. Her parents raised her and her younger brother,...
Thomas Hanley
Jul 11, 2025
Thomas James Hanley, age 89, passed away July 11, 2025 in Waukesha, WI.
Tom was born September 4, 1935 in Chicago, IL to the late Robert and Marcella “Mikey” (Kelly) Hanley.
Tom lived a life dedicated to his Catholic faith. He graduated form St. George High School in Evanston, IL, attended John Carroll University in Cleveland, OH, Loyola University and St. Francis...
Lori Ann Hoppock
Jul 11, 2025
Lori Ann Hoppock, age 63, of West Allis passed away Friday, July 11, 2025.
Lori was born on November 7, 1961 in Antigo to the late Glen C. and Nellie (Caudill) DeBroux.
Lori was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1980.
She resided in West Allis and the Milwaukee area throughout much of her adult life. She was employed at Star...
Karen Sue Wildman
Jul 8, 2025
Well, if you're reading this I'm reunited with the love of my life, best friend, and soulmate, William D. Wildman and our beloved fur babies.
I, Karen Sue (Mossak) Wildman, of Gleason was born on March 4, 1959 on Washington Island, WI. I was born 2 months prematurely at my parents' home. My mom fed me with an eye dropper. I...
Jane Ann Cotton
Jul 8, 2025
Jane Ann Cotton, age 84, passed away on July 8, 2025 at Our House Memory Care in Wausau.
Jane was born on July 1, 1941 in Wauwatosa to the late Fred and Leona (Siewart) Ihrig. Jane was married to Robert Tetting. The couple later divorced, and he preceded her in death. She was then united in marriage to Willy Cotton. He...
Sharon Linnemann
Jul 4, 2025
Sharon Linnemann of Antigo passed away on July 4, 2025 at Rosalia Gardens under the care of LeRoyer Hospice. She was 79 years old.
Sharon was born on October 24, 1945 in Antigo to the late John and June (Warner) Ottman. She married Edwin “Butch” Linnemann on September 10, 1994 in Summit Lake. He preceded her in death on March 13,...
Bonnie Joyce Palmer
Jun 23, 2025
Bonnie Joyce Palmer, age 86, passed away on June 23, 2025, at Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice, with her children by her side.
Bonnie was born in Antigo, Wisconsin, on October 10, 1938, to the late Edward and Joyce (Eisenman) Lass. On March 9, 1957, she married the love of her life, Arthur Lee Palmer, and together they shared 66 wonderful...
Judith Ann Hanley
Jun 16, 2025
Judith Ann “Judy” Hanley, born on November 19, 1934, in Chicago Illinois, passed away peacefully at the age of 90 under the care of Legacy Hospice.
On June 30, 1956, she married the love of her life, Thomas Hanley. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised five wonderful children: Merle, Laura, Thomas Jr., Michael, and Lisa.
Judy attended St. Joseph's School...
Dennis Paul Shidell
Jun 13, 2025
Dennis Paul Shidell of Wausau passed away on June 13, 2025 at Eastview medical and Rehabilitation at the age of 66. He was under the care of LeRoyer Hospice.
Dennis was born on February 9, 1959 in Wausau to the late Robert and Laura (Adamski) Shidell.
After graduating high school, Dennis began a long career as a long-haul truck driver. For many...
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