Elmer F. Forsberg age 88 of Antigo died Friday, January 5, 2007 at his home. He was born May 23, 1918 in Bowler to the late Otto and Elma (Weikel) Forsberg. On April 23, 1943 he married Margaret McGuire who is deceased. On August 25, 1965 he married Edythe Swartsel and she survives.
He attended the Regina Grade School in Bowler.
He was employed as an over the road truck driver for many years, retiring at age 82.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing cards.
In addition to his wife Edythe, he is survived by
Three Daughters
Beverly (Art) Austin of Fond du Lac
Sandra (Larry) Miller of Menasha
Charlotte ( Andy) Fraley of Fond du Lac
One Son
Roger (Nancy) Forsberg of Fond du Lac
Two Sisters
Bernice Leisch of Wittenberg
Betty (Ray) Rock of Birnamwood
Two step children
Carolyn Dunaway of Auburndale, Fl
David Rodgers of Las Angles, CA
Seven Grandchildren: Laurie, Kimberly, Chad, Selina, Steven, Michael, David and nine great grandchildren.
Also survived by step grandchildren
Preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters Ruth Forsberg and Eleanor Hermann
Funeral Services will be held Tuesday January 9, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Bradley Funeral Home, Hwy 45, Antigo. Rev. James Stevens will officiate. Visitation will be held 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday at the funeral home.
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