Obituaries

Connie Mae Grabowsky

Mar 10, 2025

Connie Mae Grabowsky, age 81, of Antigo died Monday, March 10, 2025 at her home under the care of her family, LeRoyer Hospice and a close caring friend.

Connie was born on May 14, 1943 in Antigo to the late Marcus and Hazel (Heller) Graveen.

Connie was a graduate of Antigo High School...

Rosalie Ruby Erlandson

Mar 4, 2025

Rosalie Litzer Erlandson went home to be with our Lord and Saviour on March 4, 2025. Rosalie's family and her faith in God were her life. It was a priority to raise her children as Christians. Her pride and joy was her home and family. Rosalie was a gifted artist. She also loved to be outside working in her...

Evon "Missy" Pla

Mar 2, 2025

Missy Rae (Evon) Pla, age 57, of Birnamwood, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2025, at her beloved home. Born on February 3, 1968, in Wausau, WI, she was the daughter of Marlene (Juedes) Sabatke and the late John Sabatke.

Missy was a graduate of Wausau West High School and furthered her education at North...

Judy Popelka

Feb 18, 2025

Judith Marie “Judy” Popelka, age 81of White Lake, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at Rosalia Gardens under the care of LeRoyer hospice and her family.

Judy was born on August 21, 1943 in White Lake, a daughter of the late Alex and Della (Swim) Strong.

Judy was a graduate of White Lake High...

Diane Sharon Montour

Feb 1, 2025

Diane Sharon Montour, age 86, of Antigo, passed away on February 1, 2025, at Azura Memory Care in Wausau, WI under the care of her family and Interim Hospice. Diane was born in Milwaukee on June 30, 1938, to the late Raymond and Francis (Matteson) Larsen. She grew up in New Berlin attending Shady Nook Elementary and Juneau High...

Morris Edward Day

Jan 25, 2025

Morris Edward Day, age 88, passed away January 25, 2025 at Rosemary Manor in Mattoon, WI.

He was born on August 17, 1936 to the late Maurice “Odell” and Eula (Tillary) Day. On September 7, 1956, he was united in marriage to Cynthia “Sue” Burrows at Southside Church of Christ in Albuquerque. She...

Mark S. Reed Sr.

Jan 18, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the unexpected passing of Mark S. Reed Sr. from Trevor, WI. He tragically lost his life due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by all who knew him. He was 66 years old.

Mark's journey...

Carol Frances Crandall

Jan 16, 2025

Carol F. Crandall, age 90 of Antigo, passed away on January 16, 2025 at Eastview Nursing Home and Rehabilitation.

Carol was born on June 18, 1934 in Duff, Indiana. She married Forrest Crandall in Iron Mountain, MI on September 22, 1983. He survives. She attended Antigo Bible Church.

In accordance with...

Richard "Dick" Janke

Jan 13, 2025

Richard “Dick” Janke, of Deerbrook, formerly of Clintonville, passed away on January 13, 2025 at Wisconsin Veterans Home – King, following a courageous battle with cancer. He was 76 years old.

Dick was born on April 11, 1948 in Clintonville to the late Marvin and Dorothy (Wege) Janke. He married Carol Fraedrich on September 5,...

Renate Hauser

Jan 7, 2025

Renate Hauser (79) of Deerbrook WI passed away peacefully on January 7th at her home, surrounded by her family. Renate married Gustav Hauser on September 1st and 2nd in 1967 in Vienna, Austria. She obtained her MBA in Vienna. Renate was a loving wife and mother to her children, including the friends she considered family. Renate was caring, strong...

June Mary Below

Jan 1, 2025

June Mary Below, age 97 of Antigo, passed away January 1, 2025 at The Bay at Eastview Medical and Rehabilitation Center.

June was born on May 7, 1927 in Antigo to the late Louis and Mayme (Schoepke) Weix.

She attended St. John Catholic School and was a graduate of Antigo High School.

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Shirley Ann Larson

Dec 26, 2024

Shirley Ann Larson, lifelong resident of Antigo, passed away on December 26, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center. She was 89 years old.

Shirley was born on February 28, 1935 to the late Fred and Elizabeth (Lucht) Frisch. She graduated from Antigo High School. She married Raymond Larson and the couple later divorced.

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Janis M. Warner

Dec 22, 2024

Janis M. Warner, age 87, of Antigo, passed away on December 22, 2024 at Rosalia Gardens under the care of LeRoyer Hospice.

Jan was born on March 11, 1937 in Merrill, WI to the late Emery and Lorraine (Genrich) Harder.

She was a graduate of Merrill High School, attended UW Eau...

Nancy Perlberg

Dec 21, 2024

Nancy A. Perlberg, age 92, formerly of Summit Lake, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024 in Pewaukee, WI while residing at Cecelia House Assisted Living.

Nancy was born on March 3, 1932 in Ironwood, MI, a daughter of the late Enoch and Margaret Marander. She was a graduate of Luther L Wright High School and...

Brenda Joyce Messer

Dec 19, 2024

Brenda Joyce Messer, age 72, of Bryant, passed away on December 19, 2024 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

Brenda was born on January 22, 1952 in Zion, IL to the late Clifford and Dixie Lorraine (Whitt) Messer. She graduated from Mosinee High School and went on to attend North Central Technical College. She worked as a...

Phyllis Jean Cook

Dec 16, 2024

Phyllis Jean Cook, age 91, of Antigo passed away Monday December 16, 2024 at Rennes in Rhinelander.

Phyllis was born March 14, 1933 in Presque Isle, WI to the late Borden and Elizabeth (Galvian) Calkins.

On October 31, 1953, Phyllis was united in marriage to Robert Cook in Milwaukee. Robert preceded her in death on...

Luanne Boettcher

Dec 16, 2024

Luanne Boettcher, age 68, of Antigo passed away December 16, 2024 at Aurora Bay Medical Center in Green Bay.

Luanne was born on August 8, 1956, a daughter of the late Gerald “Chum” Jr. and Doris (Below) Kryka.

She was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1974.

On June...

Eloise Irene Verhasselt

Dec 10, 2024

Eloise Irene Verhasselt, age 93, formerly of Antigo, passed away December 10, 2024 while residing at Azura Memory Care in Wausau.

Eloise was born on July 13, 1931 in the Town of Nashville, WI, a daughter of the late William and Viola (Sparks) Pitts. She was united to Benedict Verhasselt on June 26, 1952. Ben...

Joyce Mary Wagner

Dec 2, 2024

Joyce Mary Wagner, of Sheboygan, formerly of Antigo and Eagle River, passed away on December 2, 2024 in Grafton, WI. She was 74 years old.

Joyce was born on September 22, 1950 in Antigo, the 8th child of Leon and Alice (Schumitsch) Kretz. She attended St. John Catholic School, Antigo and then Antigo High School,...

Gary Allan Piskula

Dec 2, 2024

Gary Allan Piskula passed away unexpectedly on December 2, 2024. Gary was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 15, 1950 to Jerome and Evelyn (Below) Piskula. He grew up in the Milwaukee area and graduated from Greenfield High School. While in high school Gary was a great athlete, and participated in football and wrestling. After graduation Gary served in...