Carolyn L. Fraley, of Antigo, died Monday, January 13, 2014 at Whispering Pines Assisted Living facility in Plover. She was 94 years old. She was born on January 20, 1919 in Antigo, a daughter of the late William Sr. and Emma (Schwartz) Lackermann. She married Donald Fraley on March 6, 1943. He preceded her in death on April 23, 2007.
She graduated from Antigo High School with the class of 1936. She attended the Langlade County Teachers College and taught for several years in the rural school system. Active in Boy and Girl Scouts Mrs. Fraley worked on the formation of the Birch Trails Girl Scout Council. She was also a Red Cross volunteer working with the blood bank for 15 years.
Mrs. Fraley was a member of St. John Catholic Church and its rosary society. She enjoyed volunteering at St. John Catholic School and was a member of the Women's Club of Antigo for 35 years.
Survivors include a daughter, Sally (Gerald) Sommers of Plover; two sons, Palmer "Pete" (Rosalie) Fraley of Flushing, Mich and Michael Fraley of Aurora, Colo; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; and a brother, William Lackermann Jr. of Clinton, Iowa.
In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by two sisters, Evelyn Henderson and Geraldine Wells; and a brother, Earl Lackermann.
A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 11 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church with Rev. Charles Hoffmann officiating. Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery. Visitation will be 10 a.m. until the time of services on Saturday in Hoffmann Hall adjacent to the church.
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So sorry to hear of your loss--she was a wonderful lady and will be missed by many --Bob
Dear Pete, Mike and Sally,
I belatedly learned of your mother's death today. I have many fond memories of spending time with your mother at your home in Antigo and at your cottage on the lake. At the same time, I recognize that many years have flown by since I last saw your mother. I think that the last time was over 30 years ago when my brother, Greg, got married in Clinton. Like you, I now have grown children! I am flying out to visit my father next weekend--as your mother's death illustrates, we don't know how much time we will have on this earth and we should spend the time with the ones we love most! If you're ever in the Washington, DC area, please give me a call (937-475-6078). Your cousin, Bill Lackermann
Pete, Mike and Sally,
I have many pleasant memories of your mom during our visits to your home in Antigo and your lakefront cottage. I don't think that I have any pictures of your mother, but I do have a picture (which I will try to attach) of Sally with my brother, my sisters and me in the early 1960's in front of your Antigo home. My how time flies by! I know that you will miss your mother (I think of my mother frequently). Your cousin, Bill
Sorry to hear about your mother's passing, Mike. She certainly had a good and long life and was so very willing to share herself and time with so many other people. Take care, Mike
Pete, Mike and Sally,
We have you in our thoughts and prayers. We talked about memories when we were younger and making the long trip to Antigo. I remember going to Uncle Don's auto dealership and your parents cottage on the lake.
Sally and family, sending special thoughts and prayers to you from Montana.
Although we lost touch with Carolyn after she moved to Plover and we moved to Tennessee, I have fond memories of fun Bridge games and Woman's Club. She welcomed us to Antigo and helped make our life there happy. BA Flynn
Our sincere condolences on the loss of your mom. I remember her as a gracious, caring and lovely woman. Her spirit lives on in the lives of you, her children and extends through to your grand children and the generations to come. She is now reaping the rewards of a life well-lived. Blessings to all.
I send my sympathy to all of you, Pete, Mike and Sally in the passing of your mom. She was a kind and generous lady who made a difference in the lives of many.
Our sympathy to Sally, Pete and Mike and families.
We have many good memories of times spent
at the cottage and of the Buick garage. We will
always remember them with love in our heart.
God be with you at this time and always.l
Our deepest sympathy Pete, Mike, Sally and family. Sure remember your Mother well. She enjoyed people and loved to visit. Our Blessings!
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