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Edward V. Spychalla Jr.
Edward V. Spychalla Jr.
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Edward V. Spychalla Jr., of Antigo, died on January 26, 2025 at Rosalia Gardens in Antigo under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 90 years old. He was born on July 11, 1934 in Antigo, a son of Edward and Louise (Knapkavage) Spychalla. He married Mary Richards on July 23, 1960 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Antigo.

Ed was called to military service during the Berlin Crisis, and served with the United States Army stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He was transferred to the 322nd Chemical Depot headquartered in Baraboo, Wisconsin.

His employment history started at the Vulcan Corporation in Antigo for 9 years, followed by 27 years working at General Telephone (GTE) which became Verizon, as an installer repairman retiring in 1993. He and Mary owned and operated Burgers 45, and Scoops - N - More in Antigo for 7 years. Most recently at the age of 88 he worked part-time at Sheldon's in Antigo.

Ed had served on the St. Mary Catholic Church Pastoral Council, was a trustee and served on their parochial school board. He was currently a member of SS Mary and Hyacinth Catholic Church.

He was active with the GTE golf league and served as secretary of the Vulcan bowling team. Ed coached little league in Antigo for three years, from 1984 to 1986. He enjoyed spending time with and making wood carvings for his grandchildren and attending their sporting events. Ed was a handyman and master carpenter who could repair anything. He also had a passion for gardening.

In addition to his wife, survivors include two daughters, Kim (Dan) Peterlick of Rio Rancho, New Mexico and Heidi (Christopher) Lucas of Antigo; two sons, Paul Spychalla of Green Bay and David (Carrie) Spychalla of Milwaukee; nine grandchildren, Alyssa, Casey, Abigail, Ashley, Madison, Drew, Samuel, Michael, and Maxton; a great-grandchild, Christopher Valentine Lucas; two brothers, Eugene (Loretta) Spychalla of Portage and Duane (Juanita) Spychalla of Friesland; and nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Jerome Spychalla.

The funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 8 at 11 a.m. at SS Mary and Hyacinth Catholic Church with the Very Reverend Joel Sember officiating.
Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Friday, February 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. with a parish wake service at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, February 8 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home.

The family would like to extend their most sincere thanks to the staff of Rosalia Gardens and the LeRoyer Hospice team. The family would also like to thank the entire medical surgical staff at Aspirus Langlade.

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Feb
7
Friday
Bradley Funeral Home
1550 Neva Road
Antigo, WI 54409
A parish wake service will be held on Friday at 6:30 p.m.
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1550 Neva Road
Antigo, WI 54409
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SS Mary & Hyacinth Catholic Church
819 3rd Ave.
Antigo, Wisconsin 54409
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C Casey Lucas on Jan 28, 2025

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A Anonymous on Jan 28, 2025

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J Julie Theisen on Jan 28, 2025

Mary,
I am very saddened to learn of Ed’s passing. May God hold you and your family close as you navigate your way forward. My sincerest condolences.

Julie (Baraniak) Theisen

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