Obituaries

Monroe "Ervin" Messer

Mar 21, 2023

Rev. Monroe "Ervin" Messer died peacefully at home on March 21, 2023 under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 71 years old.

Ervin was born on December 15, 1951 in Antigo to the late James and late Florence (Maddix) Messer. Ervin graduated from Kenosha Tremper High School. On June 16, 1990,...

William "Bill" Ingram

Mar 18, 2023

William "Bill", Ingram, lifelong Antigo resident, passed away on March 18, 2023 at Rose Mary Manor in Mattoon under the care of his family, the staff at Rose Mary Manor, and Interim Hospice. He was 70 years old.

Bill was born on February 24, 1953 in Antigo to the late Omar and Betty (Owen) Ingram....

Lelia May Pilhofer

Mar 17, 2023

Leila May Pilhofer, 89 years, of Gleason passed away March 17, 2023 at Care Partners - Antigo under the care of Le Royer Hospice.

Leila was born February 22, 1934. She was born at home in Langlade County, daughter of the late Gordon and Marie (Hoecherl) Marshall.

On April 11, 1953,...

Debrah Ruth Lindner

Mar 15, 2023

Debrah Ruth Lindner passed away on March 15, 2023 at The Bay at Eastview under the care of LeRoyer Hospice, following a courageous battle with cancer. Debbie was 54 years old.

Debbie was born on May 14, 1968 in Milwaukee to Donna Mae Lindner and the late John C. Lindner.

She...

James F. Gable

Mar 13, 2023

James F. Gable, formerly of Post Lake, passed away at his home in Rhinelander, WI on March 13, 2023 at the age of 87.

James was born on August 10, 1935 in Forest Park, IL to the late Thomas and Vivian (Moore) Gable. He was united in marriage to Judith M. Gable on January 19,...

Joseph "Midge" N. Reszko

Mar 7, 2023

Joseph N. Reszko “Midge”, went home to be with the Lord March 7, 2023 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on October 22, 1947 to the late Helen Mikolajczyk and Stanley Reszko in Germany. He was raised by his parents in Chicago, IL. He was united in marriage to the late Janice Reszko.

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Jane Barbara Markgraf

Mar 4, 2023

Jane Barbara Markgraf, lifelong resident of Antigo, passed away on March 4, 2023 at the Bay at Eastview at the age of 71.

Jane was born on March 25, 1951 in Antigo to the late Clarence and Mary (Krosnicki) Markgraf.

She attended schooling programs at the healthcare center and absolutely loved...

Stanley Asher Jaraczewski

Mar 1, 2023

Baby Stanley Asher Jaraczewski was born sleeping on March 1, 2023 to his loving parents Tia Adora Hangartner and Dylan Michael Jaraczewski.

Although his time in his parents' arms was brief, he will be held in their hearts forever and the moments of knowing and feeling Stanley will be treasured.

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Timothy L Devoe

Feb 24, 2023

Timothy L. DeVoe, 66 passed away February 24th, 2023, at home surrounded by his family including his grandson at his bedside. He was born on October 27, 1956 to the late David W. and Eunice DeVoe in Fort Wayne, IN. On May 1, 1982, Tim was united in marriage to Carol Barker in Glen Ellyn, IL. He was a...

Sean C Rector

Feb 21, 2023

Sean Charles Rector, age 39, of Wausau, died unexpectedly on February 21, 2023.

Sean was born on August 28,1983 in Antigo to Charles “Chuck” and the late Sonja (Fleischman) Rector.

He attended Antigo High School. Sean worked for various manufacturers and was a machinist.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding motorcycle, and time with...

Ervin "Tim" Pranke

Feb 14, 2023

Ervin Timothy Pranke “Tim”, of White Lake, passed away suddenly on February 14, 2023 at the age of 61.

Tim was born on March 18, 1961 in Antigo to Elizabeth “Betsy” (Messer) Pranke of White Lake and the late Ervin Pranke.

On April 4, 1981, he was united in marriage to...

Lyle Boyd

Feb 12, 2023

Lyle Boyd, age 97, passed away on February 12, 2023 at Riverview Health Services in Tomahawk.

Lyle was born on March 11, 1925 in Elton to the late Theodore and Lois (Rice) Boyd.

On October 26, 1947, he was united in marriage to Roberta McGregor in Antigo. She proceeded him in...

Jeffery Alden Warbelton

Feb 10, 2023

Jeffery Alden Warbelton, age 65, of Pickerel died Friday. Jeffrey was born on March 12, 1957 in Plainfield, WI to the late Roger and Marion (Bellinger) Warbelton.

Jeffery attended Neenah High School. Jeffery served in the US Army. He then worked as a carpenter in home construction.

Jeffery lived in the...

Betty Sue Macintosh

Feb 1, 2023

Betty Sue MacIntosh, age 73, of Lakewood, WI died Wednesday, February 1, 2023 in Melbourne, FL.

Betty was born November 8, 1949 in Antigo to the late Edward John and Eleanor Cecelia (Tatro) Doucha. She was united in marriage to Robert Bruce MacIntosh on August 12, 1972 at St. John Catholic Church in Antigo. He survives and...

William "Bill" Johnson

Feb 1, 2023

William "Bill" Johnson, age 96, of Antigo passed away on February 1, 2023 at his home, in the loving care of family and friends. The day marked the end of an exceptionally long, full, life well lived.

Bill was born in Gary, IN on October 21, 1926 to the late Lawrence and Willa (Thordarson) Johnson....

Charles B Merkel

Jan 31, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Charles B Merkel, 92 of Sykesville MD. He died at home, peacefully in his sleep on January 31, 2023. That day ended an exceptionally long, full, life, well lived.

He was born in Ludlow Massachusetts on December 11,1930 to the late John and Marion...

Daniel Mark Pranke

Jan 24, 2023

Daniel Mark Pranke, age 57, of White Lake, died Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at his home.

Daniel was born on July 30, 1965 to Elizabeth “Betsy” (Messer) and the late Ervin Pranke. He attended White Lake High School and Four Corners Assembly of God Church.

He was united in marriage to...

Deborah Ann Gascon

Jan 23, 2023

Deborah "Deb" Ann (Shipley) Gascon, age 69, of Chicago died January 23, 2023, at Swedish Hospital in Chicago.

Deb was born September 4, 1953, in Langlade to the late Elden and Delores (Kirsch) Shipley.

She attended White Lake High School. At the age of 15 she moved to Chicago and began working as a nanny...

Melody Ann Drexler

Jan 18, 2023

Melody Ann Drexler, age 66, of Lily entered into her eternal home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Melody was born on April 16, 1956 in Green Bay to the late Herb and Betty (Radley) Shampeau.

She was a graduate of White Lake High School.

On April 17, 1976 she was united in marriage...

Brian Bernard Lenzner

Jan 16, 2023

Brian Bernard Lenzner, age 58, of Aniwa, died unexpectedly Monday, January 16, 2023.

Brian was born on July 19, 1964 in Antigo to the late Roy “Bud” and Gloria (Jacobs) Lenzner.

Brian was a graduate of Antigo High School. He followed in his father’s footsteps as a self-employed live-stock dealer, and he greatly...