Anthony Spychalla, 62
Anthony Spychalla, age 62, of Antigo died Saturday, December 16, 2017 at his home under the care of his loving family following a courageous and well fought battle against brain cancer.
Anthony was born on September 13, 1955 in Antigo to the late Anthony Carl and Phyllis Marie (Smith) Spychalla.
He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Karen Ellen Kelm on October 9, 1976 at St. Mary Catholic Church.
Anthony was a lifelong resident of the area and was a local potato grower. He later was employed by Hartland Payment Systems for 10 years.
Anthony was a graduate of Antigo High School Class of 1974. He enjoyed time with family and friends, time in Fort Meyers Beach, FL, and was an avid golfer and sports fan. He will be remembered as a fun loving dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
In addition to his wife, Karen, survivors include a daughter Noelle (Zack) Washatko of Antigo, a son AJ (Megan) Spychalla of Rochester, MN, grandchildren, Wyatt, Walker and Brielle Washatko and Julia and Elizabeth Spychalla, sisters Vikki Leseburg (Dan Summers) of Summit Lake and Pam (Mike) Peterson of Westfield, WI, many nieces and nephews and beloved friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from noon until 3:00 PM at St. John Catholic Church’s Hoffmann Hall. A memorial mass will follow at 3:00 PM. Father Charles Hoffmann will officiate.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in Anthony’s name.
Strasser-Roller Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Anthony was born on September 13, 1955 in Antigo to the late Anthony Carl and Phyllis Marie (Smith) Spychalla.
He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Karen Ellen Kelm on October 9, 1976 at St. Mary Catholic Church.
Anthony was a lifelong resident of the area and was a local potato grower. He later was employed by Hartland Payment Systems for 10 years.
Anthony was a graduate of Antigo High School Class of 1974. He enjoyed time with family and friends, time in Fort Meyers Beach, FL, and was an avid golfer and sports fan. He will be remembered as a fun loving dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
In addition to his wife, Karen, survivors include a daughter Noelle (Zack) Washatko of Antigo, a son AJ (Megan) Spychalla of Rochester, MN, grandchildren, Wyatt, Walker and Brielle Washatko and Julia and Elizabeth Spychalla, sisters Vikki Leseburg (Dan Summers) of Summit Lake and Pam (Mike) Peterson of Westfield, WI, many nieces and nephews and beloved friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday from noon until 3:00 PM at St. John Catholic Church’s Hoffmann Hall. A memorial mass will follow at 3:00 PM. Father Charles Hoffmann will officiate.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in Anthony’s name.
Strasser-Roller Funeral Home is assisting the family.