In loving memory of

James Spencer
August 8, 1948 - October 18, 2020

James Allen Spencer, of Antigo, died Sunday, October 18, 2020, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was 72 years old. He was born on August 8, 1948, in Antigo, a son of Thomas and Eva (Antone) Spencer. He married Patricia Koszarek on December 1, 1967, in Rhinelander.

Jim was an independent truck driver for over 30 years. Most recently driving locally for other area trucking companies.

He was a member of the Oneida Nation.

Jim enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed camping and hunting.

Survivors include his wife, Pat; two sons, James Kenneth (Roxanne) Spencer and Curtis Daniel (Sheree) Spencer; a daughter, Tanya (John) Bazinet all of Antigo; eight grandchildren, Matt (Special friend Ashley Bricko), Haley, Brennen, Erika, Maddie, Gabrielle, Sophia and Justis; two sisters, Debra (Rob) Lindemann and Lynda Spencer; six brothers, Doc (Rose) Spencer, Ron (Sandy) Spencer, Dan Spencer, Bill (Becky) Spencer, Ken (Sue) Pacer and Dave (April) Bedford; sisters-in-law, Rosella Spencer, Margie (Dewain) Reimer, Carol Hauch and Lois Gordy all of Antigo; brothers-in-law, Richard (Cindy) Koszarek of Wausau and Kevin (Lori) Koszarek of South Carolina and

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by sisters, Bonnie and Judith Spencer; brothers, Tom, Randy and Lee Spencer; sisters-in-law, Ann Walters and Mary Koszarek; and brothers-in-law, Daniel and Randy Koszarek, Dennis Hauch and Gene Gordy.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, October 26 at 2 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Bent Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday from 12 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home.

Tributes

sandra spencer wrote on Oct 26, 2020:

"pat, you, the kids, and grandchildren are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you comfort & peace. Jim will be missed greatly."

Rich & Stacy Klement wrote on Oct 22, 2020:

"Pat, You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Hoping that the memories will bring you all peace and comfort. "

Kristi wrote on Oct 21, 2020:

"I love you uncle Jim. I know I wasn't around much but life sure feels empty without you. I miss you"

Gary Reissmann wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Pat, Jimmy, Curt and Tanya.. I am so very sorry for the loss of Jim. Your family will always have a special place in my heart as you were my family in my younger years!! RIP Jimbo until we meet again ??"

Christopher Arrowood wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"I hope that as time passes, you notice Jim hasn't left you. I hope you hear his voice guiding( and teasing) you. God bless you."

Debra Adams wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Such a sweet man! To the family,I am so very sorry for your loss!R.I.P Jim,see you on the other side"

Yogi wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Pat, Jim was great Uncle, I loved him so, I will miss calling him Ira and in return him calling me Darlene. He really was a really good man. "

Paula Gray wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"My deepest condolences to you all. Jim will always be remembered for his infectious smile and his great sense of humor. RIP. "

Beth Meidl wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Joe tells me a lot of stories about Jim when they were younger. He will be missed. Our condolences to Pat and the family. "

Kim and Leon wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Kevin, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and your family. "

Debra Lindemann wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Pat, I?m so very for sorry for your loss , Jim was a wonderful brother , I?m gonna miss him so much , R.I.P Jim I love you so much and will see you again someday "

Kim Schmitt wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"I am so sorry for your family loss ,sending prayers. "

Barbara Schacht (BnR Saloon) wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"Rest In Peace Jim"

Deborah Willis wrote on Oct 20, 2020:

"I'm so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for you all. This is just so sad. Prayers and comforting thoughts. "