Obituaries

Apr 3, 2024

Eugene William McKinney, Sr., age 86, died unexpectedly at his home on April, 3, 2024.

Eugene was born May 28, 1937 in Antigo to the late John and Pauline McKinney Olson.

He worked for Ormsby Farms and was also a logger.

Eugene is survived by a son Eugene William, Jr and a daughter...

Mar 29, 2024

Sandy Goeman, 84, of Antigo, went to her heavenly home on Friday, March 29, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mattoon, WI, to Marion and Elizabeth (Swan) White, Sandy was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew her.

A proud graduate of Mattoon High School, Class of 1957, Sandy's journey led...

Mar 14, 2024

Cristine Mary (Wild) Knapp of Yorktown, VA died March 14, 2024 at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, VA. She was born May 30, 1971 in Antigo WI, the first born of Thomas and Caroline Wild. She married Colonel Eric Knapp on October 26, 1996 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Antigo. Cristine was a 1989 graduate of...

Mar 13, 2024

Frances M. Howe passed away on March 13, 2024 at Evergreen Terrace at the age of 103.

Frances was born on October 23, 1920 in Elcho to the late Ole and Marie (Johnson) Tveten. She was united in marriage to John Howe. He preceded her in death in 1988. Over the years, Frances also spent...

Mar 3, 2024

Gilbert Allen Forster of Antigo passed away on March 3, 2024 under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 71 years old.

Gilbert was born on May 6, 1952 in Merrill to the late Gilbert and Eunice (Chilsen) Forster. He was raised in Gleason and attended Merrill High School. He was united...

Feb 27, 2024

Carol Ann Walters, age 89, of White Lake, passed away on February 27, 2024 at Marshfield Clinic Hospital.

Carol was born on October 26, 1934 in Pickerel to the late William and Mary (Schoenberger) Knoble.

She was a graduate of White Lake High School class of 1953. She then moved to Green Bay...

Feb 26, 2024

Lucille E. Kolpack, age 97, of the Town of Polar, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2024 with her beloved husband of 76 years, Rueben, at her side.

Lucille was born on March 5, 1926 in Neva to the late Walter and Eleanor (Seidl) Rasch.

On May 24, 1947, Lucille was united in marriage to...

Feb 21, 2024

Patrick James “Pat” Aird, age 73, of Antigo died Wednesday, February 21, 20024 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital.

Pat was born on January 9,1951 in Antigo, a son of the late Wilfred A. and Patricia (Brennan) Aird.

Pat was a graduate of Antigo High School class of 1969. He went on to attend UW...

Feb 19, 2024

Michael Thomas Lawton of Antigo passed away unexpectedly at home on February 19, 2024 at the age of 69.

Mike was born on February 13, 1955 in Milwaukee to the late James and Mary (Wiggin) Lawton. He graduated from New Berlin West High School and went on to obtain a bachelor’s degree at UW Stevens...

Feb 18, 2024

Joseph B. Shafel of Cascade passed away on February 18, 2024 at the age of 82.

Joe was born on February 19, 1941 in Antigo to the late Joseph R. and Margaret (Marx) Shafel. He grew up on the Shafel family farm near Antigo. He attended and graduated from the local school system. He earned a bachelor’s...

Feb 16, 2024

Anna Katerina Cochrane, age 84, of Antigo, died Friday, February 16, 2024 at Rosalia Gardens.

Anna was born on November 26, 1939 in Germany, a daughter of the late Wilhelm and Anna (Haibach) Reichwein and sister of the late Horst Hirschfeld.

On June 24, 1964, Anna was united in marriage to Chester E. Cochrane in...

Feb 13, 2024

Barbara J Smith of Antigo passed away on February 13, 2024 at Evergreen Terrace at the age of 91. Barb was under the care of her family, the staff of Evergreen Terrace and LeRoyer Hospice.

Barb was born on June 10, 1932 in Rhinelander to the late Wayne and Louise (Tillman) Kuney. The family resided...

Feb 11, 2024

Jennifer Dawn Forbes-Benishek lost her battle with cancer on Sunday, February 11th 2024. She was 66 years young.

Jennifer was born on September 26th, 1957 in Milwaukee WI to Vernon and Ruth Forbes. She loved playing with her siblings, ice skating with her father, and helping out her mother any way she could. Jennifer’s school age years...

Feb 8, 2024

Everett Lee Brandt, age 83, died Thursday, February 8, 2024 at his home under the care of his family and Compassus Hospice. Everett was born on August 9, 1939 in Polar, WI to the late Henry and Emma (Belott) Brandt. At the age of 5 the family moved to Antigo where Everett attended grade school and high school.

Feb 6, 2024

Herman O. Albrecht, age 93, of Birnamwood, died Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Rosemary Manor. Herman was born on December 18, 1930 in Wausau, WI to the late Herman A. and Stella Zimmerman Albrecht.

Herman was a graduate of Wausau High School class of 1949. He served in the Army National Guard for 14 years,...

Feb 2, 2024

Sherie Marie Kelly, age 68, passed away unexpectedly Friday, February 2, 2024, at Aspirus Langlade hospital.

Sherie was born on May 23, 1955, to Jean Marie (Keen) Wheeler and the late Charles Edward Wheeler in Milwaukee WI.

She was a graduate of Pewaukee High School. Following graduation, her family moved to the Pickerel-Pearson area. Sherie's...

Feb 1, 2024

Roger William Beaber Jr, of Mountain, passed away on February 1, 2024 after a 2 and a half year courageous battle with skin cancer. He was under the care of his family and Unity Hospice.

Roger was born on September 17, 1949 in Marinette, WI to the late Roger Sr. and Hildegaard (Odorfer) Beaber. He...

Jan 31, 2024

Edith W. Strandell, age 94, died Wednesday, January 31, 2024. Edith was born on January 17, 1930 in Wall, South Dakota to the late Winifred and Emily (Hughes) Hinman.

She was united in marriage to Edwin J. Strandell on January 18, 1947 in Wall, South Dakota. Edwin preceded her in death.

Edith worked in healthcare...

Jan 30, 2024

Maxine Ann MacDonald “Auntie Mac” passed away on January 30, 2024 at the age of 93. She was under the care of family, LeRoyer Hospice, and the staff of Evergreen Terrace.

Auntie Mac was born on November 16, 1930 in Antigo to the late James and Opal (McNinch) MacDonald. She graduated from Antigo High School,...

Jan 27, 2024

Carroll Combs, lifelong Elton resident, passed away on January 27, 2024 at the age of 91. He was under the loving care of his family, Care Partners, and LeRoyer Hospice. He was united in marriage to Judith Pennington on September 1, 1956 in Antigo. She preceded him in death on October 4, 2002.

Carroll "Dooner"...