"Ray was a very giving individual who had a heart of gold. He was an incredible hospice volunteer that would drive 100s of miles a month to be there for someone in need. He loved to read to the patients and provided such a comfort. I moved from WI 6 years ago and still think of Ray and his heart of gold often. He will be missed deeply. Sending my sincere condolences to the Hartleben family. Tara Carey"
In loving memory of
Raymond Hartleben
June 15, 1929 - April 3, 2021
Raymond Hartleben, of Antigo, died Saturday, April 3, 2021, at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 91 years old. He was born on June 15, 1929, in Wittenberg, a son of Walter and Lillian (Kunzak) Hartleben. He married Theresa Pictrucha on July 25, 1970.
He was a graduate of Wittenberg High School. A United States Army veteran, Raymond was stationed in Anchorage, Alaska as a cryptologist with the Company C, 36th Armored Infantry, 3rd Division. Following his time in the service, Raymond lived in Illinois and worked for Marshall Field & Company as a delivery driver.
He returned to Wittenberg and later moved to Antigo. Raymond was a milk tester for Dairy Herd Improvement for many years. He also served as the Wittenberg Village Board President for 8 years.
Raymond enjoyed volunteering, which included reading to veterans and assisting individuals to their appointments. He loved nature and camping and was a supporter of the Mountain Bay Trail going through Wittenberg.
Survivors include his wife Theresa of Antigo; two daughters, Darlene (James Jr.) Shier of Morton Grove, IL, and Wendy (Allen) Gast of Loyal; grandsons, Caleb and Bryce Gast; and a sister, Lorayne Iversen of Bend, OR.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Debra Hartleben; and two brothers, Orville and Wayne.
A graveside service with military honors will be held on Saturday, May 15 at 1 p.m. at the Evergreen Cemetery in the Town of Almon.
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"Raymond was always a generous and loving cousin. He will be missed."