"I was in awe of Roxanne- her tenacity - her moxie - her passion and her strong will made her an Influence on all those around her. We shared a common interest of baking. I admired her being a business owner and baking for her loved ones and community. Food brings people together and she chose the right business model! God welcome her into the kingdom!"
In loving memory of
Roxanne Nitecki
March 23, 1957 - January 3, 2022
Roxanne Nitecki, of Antigo, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at her home. She was 64 years old. She was born on March 23, 1957, in Antigo, a daughter of Gene and Judith (Zaitz) Pavek. She married Michael Nitecki on August 11, 1984.
Roxanne was raised in the town of Polar, having moved to Antigo in 1971. She attended Polar grade school and was a graduate of Antigo High School, class of 1975. She continued her education at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Roxanne worked for her dad at Pavek Antigo Bakery, she also worked at Wagner Shell in Wittenberg, Antigo, and Elcho. Roxanne and her husband ran a daycare in Antigo for many years.
She was an excellent cook and baker. She was also an avid Green Bay Packer and Milwaukee Brewer fan.
She is survived by her husband, Micheal "Gary"; a step-son, Paul Nitecki of Maryland; two brothers, Rod (Peggy) Pavek and Michael (Shelia) Pavek; a sister, Lynn Pavek all of Antigo; three aunts, Orlene Pavek, Marilyn Walters, and Ethel Pavek; special friends, Betty Hansen, Patty Renolds, Peggy Stelter, Keith, and Gay Fraundorf. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law, many cousins, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; paternal grandparents, Otto and Jessie Pavek; maternal grandparents, Rudolph Zaitz and Boyd and Virgina Kreger; aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A private service will be held. Bradley Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
A special thank you to the Howard Wagner family for their help throughout the years.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
Tributes
"Rest In Peace Roxanne, you will be missed, especially your laughter. Ted and Karen Fellner"
"Heartbroken to hear the news of my Aunt Roxanne's passing. I have many years of memories that I will treasure forever. She was so funny!!! And her pumpkin bars were the best. Prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. "
"Roxy was always a joy to be around, we had so.e great times together, she will be deeply missed. Roxy made the finest sweets and best pickles ever. God bless you as it was a blessing knowing you."
"Roxanne was a special person. A smile comes to me when I remember the good times Bill and I had of "Gary" and Roxanne playing cards and joking. Gary and family - So very sorry for your loss."
"My deep prayers for you and the beautiful soul of beloved Roxanne. She always had a kind word to say and a smile on her face whenever we talked or visited. I will really miss her. Love, cousin Patty Rougeot, Jeanine Zaitz's daughter."
"gary, so sad to hear about roxanne passing. tried to keep in touch but failed..i know that she had a hard time from the last time we talked, and i hope that the fact she is no longer in pain can bring some comfort to you. "
"My deepest sympathy to you Gary, and family. Roxanne was a beautiful person inside and out! She leaves behind a lot of beautiful memories! She will be missed! God has truly taken an Angel! "
"Aw, Mike, Gary.....she was a good'un; just like you. Bless her heart. Hugs, Sissee and Jerry Ig."
"Roxanne was a super sweet, thoughtful lady that I won?t forget. She was one of a kind. God be with her husband Gary during this time. Prayers for her extended family as well. I will miss ?chatting? with her and her genuine kindness. "
"Sorry to hear this news. Roxanne was such a sweet, fun person filled with light. She will be missed. Nicole M."
"Such a wonderful person, so kind and caring. God needed another angel and he surely captured one, RIP Roxanne, you will be missed??????"