William Now, of Antigo, died Thursday, September 27, 2012 at his home. He was 76 years old. He was born on August 28, 1936 in Antigo, a son of Harry and Susan (Mackay) Now.
He graduated as valedictorian from Antigo High School with the class of 1955.
He attended Langlade County Teachers College and received his Bachelors degree in education from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point.
Mr. Now began his teaching career at Elton grade school.
He was drafted and served in the United States Army for two years having been stationed at Fr. Sill, Oklahoma.
After military service he resumed his teaching career at Gutherie School in Waukesha and for 20 years was the seventh and eighth grade teacher at Fratney School in Milwaukee. He returned to Antigo in 2001.
Survivors include a sister Audrey Ulesich of Antigo, a sister in Law Monica Now, Birnamwood;
seven nieces Tammy and spouse Tom Hitz of Antigo, Renee and spouse Don Henderson, North Carolina, Karen Now-Aulik, Antigo, Debbie Now, Lancaster, Shelly and spouse Tom Gladbach, Hartford; Pamela and spouse Eugene Hayek, Birnamwood, Gayle and spouse Jesse White, Mattoon; four nephews Mitchell Reimer, California, Lance and spouse Paula Reimer, Birmamwood, Wade and spouse Linda Reimer, Antigo, Rick and spouse Judy Now, Birnamwood.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Eugene Now, a sister Gwendolyn (Floyd) Reimer, a brother-in-law William Ulesich; and step-father, William Bostwick.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday at 1 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery. Antigo Veterans will conduct military rites at the cemetery.
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He is missed. Mr Now was the best teacher I ever had. He was also A friend. We had leasure time in his class and played N basket ball. I helped him hone his chess game,and showed him how to put a roof on his garage. What Agreat guy. he's in my heart forever. Danny
My sincerest sympathies to the Now family, especially Audrey, whom Bill often mentioned fondly during the years we were classmates at Antigo High School. I particularly remember Bill for the literary and artistic creativity he displayed in regularly putting together issues of his private newsletter shared with a few close friends. Having lost my wife to a heart attack just two years ago, I understand the tragic impact of the loss of a loved one.
"Through whole centuries of folly, noise and sin/Shut them in/With their triumphs and their glories and the rest/LOVE IS BEST."
---Browning
Mr Now was my first grade teacher at Elton grade school. He was so amazing, after all these years I still remember him and how he encouraged me to read. He was my teacher through 4th grade when our school moved to White Lake. I am sure I am only one of many students he inspired throughout his teaching career. I have not seen him in years but a tear slowly falls from my eye as I thank him for the special memories he gave me for the rest of my life. Go in peace Mr Now. You will be missed.
Condolences to all the members of Bill's family.Knew him from his days at LCTC,1955-56.Bill was a gentleman and scholar and an outstanding teacher who helped so many students.
Karen, Sorry to hear about your Uncle's passing. It was wonderful to see you and your lovely garden this summer when in WI. God bless! Valerie (Carlson) Raisch
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