Robert Neuwirth, of Post Lake, died Saturday, November 16, 2013 at his home under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 87 years old. He was born on May 24, 1926 in Antigo, a son of Ludwig and Frances (Lupa) Neuwirth. He married Patricia Hugunin on November 26, 1949 at St. John Catholic Church, Antigo. She preceded him in death on June 30, 2007.
He was a graduate of Antigo High School with the class of 1944.
He served with the United States Marine Corps in the Pacific Theatre during WWII. He lived in Antigo while being employed with the Chicago & Northwestern Rail Road for 39 years as a fireman and engineer. After retirement he made his home on Lower Post Lake.
Mr. Neuwirth was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Elcho and their men's club along with the Leland-Tollefson Veteran of Foreign Wars Post 2653 in Antigo.
He enjoyed bird watching, hunting, fishing and trapping.
Survivors include two daughters Christine Neuwirth of Pittsburgh, PA, Carol (John Peckham) Neuwirth of Edina, MN; three sons Kurt (Lois) Neuwirth of Cincinnati, Ohio, Eric Neuwirth of Tuba City, Arizona, LTC Joseph (Amy) Neuwirth of Gloucester, VA; four grandchildren Nicholas, Nathan, Breanna and Jackson.
In addition to his parents and wife he was preceded in death by a son Mark Neuwirth, two brothers, Archie and Carl Neuwirth.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, Elcho with Rev. Dave Zimmerman officiating. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery.
Visitation will be 10 a.m. until the time of services on Wednesday at the church.
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I had the best fishing experiences with him when I was about 8. as a matter of fact, it was the only time I enjoyed fishing.
We bought our cabin on Circle Drive in 2005. The map of Post Lake your dad stopped by our place with in his red pick-up that first summer still hangs on our refrigerator there today. Such a kind, sweet man - would always tell me his name was "Bob" when I referred to him as Mr. Neuwirth. May he rest in peace. His smile will be missed on Circle Drive and at Holy Family.
Dear Neuwirth Family,
I was sorry to read of your father's death and want to share a special memory of him with you. In 1976, our country's bicentennial, your parents came to Pleasant View School. Your dad gave each of my second-grade students a bicentennial coin. He also gave me a photograph of the bicentennial train engine. I had not known your parents before and can't remember why my class was chosen to receive his gifts but I have always remembered his kindness.
May your precious memories of him bring you comfort and peace.
Sincere sympathy,
Nancy Blood
It seems to me he said one of you had Leona Kretz as your 5th grade teacher at St Johns School. She was my mom.
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