"Too the Family im very sorry. I hope you all find Kayla very soon. It made me sick watching the show about her. Who ever has her . ???. Please let her go home too her family. They all need her. All my ? s. "
In loving memory of
James M. Spanbauer
January 18, 1960 - June 15, 2011
James M. Spanbauer, of Antigo, passed away from a longterm illness on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was 51 years old. He was born on January 18, 1960 in Medford, a son of Robert and Ardis (Gebert) Spanbauer. They survive and reside in Antigo.
He was a graduate of Antigo High School with the class of 1978.
Mr. Spanbauer worked in construction for several years building airport hangers. The majority of his working career was spent at Hunters Supermarket in Antigo.
He enjoyed fishing, hunting and participating in several bowling, dart and pool leagues.
His life revolved around his children, he valued time spent with them.
Survivors including his parents are a son James Berg, Antigo; a daughter Kayla Berg, Antigo; four brothers Richard (Laurie) Spanbauer, Medford, Michael (Cathy) Spanbauer, Wausau, Joseph Spanbauer, Kenosha, Scott (Penny) Spanbauer, Grand Rapids, Michigan; two sisters Barbara (Fred) Flynn, Sun Prairie, Ann (Karl) Kegler, Antigo; nieces and nephews Jessica (Trevor) Kowalke, Sara Flynn, Maria and Leanna Kiselicka, Ashley (C.J.) Saager, Caitlin Spanbauer, Shannon and Jenna Kegler, Joey Spanbauer, Megan Jones, Brett, Sydney and Alyssa Spanbauer; two great neices Olivia Flynn, Annia Kiselicka.
He was preceded in death by a brother Robert Spanbauer Jr., a nephew Michael Kiselicka.
A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Catholic Church, Antigo with Rev Charles Hoffmann officiating. Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery. Visitation will be 3:30-7:30 p.m. on Friday at the Bradley Funeral Home and 9-10 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home. A parish wake service will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.
Tributes
"HI Bob, We knew each other back in the bowling alley days. I bowled with My aunte Mary Jane Paff, she just emailed me and told me of your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Our children are not suppose to preceed us. Sincerely, Dar Flynn"
"my condolence's go out to Jimmy's family ...it's sad to lose a friend... god bless ...."
"Love and prayers to everyone. xoxo"
"I was sadly surprised to learn of Jimmy's passing. May you find peace and comfort in all of your fond memories of him, embraced by your strong family bond. With Sympathy, Amy Zabransky"
"So sorry to hear about Jim. It was always a good time when all of us cousins got together. Many good memories. My thoughts are with you all today. You are such a strong family unit."
"Take comfort, at this difficult time, in knowing you are surrounded by the abundant prayers and support of the entire neighborhood. May your memories of Jim forever bring you joy and laughter."
"Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Spanbauer family. Jim was a good man and it was a pleasure growing up in the same neighborhood."
"Jimmy was a very sweet guy! We had several classes together each year throughout our school years. We had a blast! He was my partner in our graduation walk. My leg was in a cast due to recent knee surgery and I was a very slow partner. I was so worried about being so far behind and slow. Jimmy said, "Don't worry Brenda, we got it, we got it". He picked me up and carried me through half of it! He was always very considerate and caring of others. It was always great going shopping on Friday nights and visiting with him at Hunters Grocery Store. He always had a warm smile and a kind word. Jimmy is someone very special to me and I will never forget him."
"The fastest man on ice, the Aztec Sun God, catching a bomb from Johnny U on Pearl Ave... Jimmy could do it all and w/ allot of laughs. We are sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers."
"So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He always met you with a smile and a joke or two, showing his good soul and warm heart. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time."
"Although itâ??s difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.-Author unknown I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing, but my memory of Jim and his Family quickly brought images of the many fantastic times we shared as youngsters. I will always remember Jim as the fastest man on ice skates. My thoughts and payers are with your entire family. "
"So sorry to hear about Jim. Can't forget any of the kids from that wonderful neighborhood!"