Obituaries

May 7, 2024

Robert "Bob" R. Cross, age 71, of Polar passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2024. He was born in Antigo, WI on March 6, 1953 to the late Russell and Voldean (Ligon) Cross.

In May of 1973 Bob began a 31 year long career in the casting plant for Chrysler and was a...

May 4, 2024

Daryl James Zahurones, age 47, of Antigo passed away Saturday at his home.

Daryl was born on November 23, 1976, a son of Frank Zahurones and Rose Basnett.

He was a graduate of Antigo High School and went onto complete culinary school. He was passionate about cooking and worked as a chef at various restaurants,...

Apr 30, 2024

Gary Lee Drexler, age 70, of Lily entered into his eternal home on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

Gary was born on December 16, 1953 in Antigo, a son of the late Bernard and Viola (Shepherd) Drexler. He attended Sunnyslope Grade School and was a graduate of White Lake High School.

On April 17,...

Apr 29, 2024

Ronald Ray Hunt of Antigo, passed away at home after cardiac surgery on April 29, 2024. He was 67 years old.

Ron was born on August 15, 1956 in Clinton, Indiana to the late Sanford and Audrey (Hann) Hunt. He was raised in Florida and graduated from South Sumter High School in Bushnell, FL. In...

Apr 17, 2024

Robin David Betz passed away on April 17, 2024 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital at the age of 70.

Rob was born on January 14, 1954 in Cudahy to the late David Clarence and Shirley Rita (Wengleski). He was united in marriage to Melanie Elizabeth Weber on December 16, 1977 at St. Mark’s Evangelical Lutheran Church...

Apr 12, 2024

Patricia "Pat" Warren, our beloved Mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, Auntie, and friend entered heaven on April 12th, 2024, after sustaining severe injuries from a fall. Pat was born in Antigo on October 11, 1946, to her biological parents and later adopted by Anton and Betty Bures, who preceded her in death.

Pat graduated from Antigo High...

Apr 3, 2024

Eugene Duane Schlundt, age 88, of Antigo passed away on April 3, 2024 at Aspirus Langlade Hospital.

Gene was born in Antigo on June 29, 1935 to the late Alex and Carrie (Sargent) Schlundt. He married Evelyn Parsons on March 2, 1957 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Polar. She preceded him in death on...

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...