"I first met Sharon in a bowling league. Whether we were winning or loosing she always had a ready smile. If there is a bowling alley in heaven I am sure you will find Sharon on the lanes "
In loving memory of
Sharon Bertha Sinkler
February 26, 1944 - September 5, 2023
Sharon Bertha Sinkler, age 79, of Antigo, died peacefully at home on September 5, 2023. She was born on February 26, 1944 in Antigo, a daughter of Herman and Elsie (Simmons) Rueger. She married Thomas Sinkler on April 22, 1967 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Antigo. He preceded her in death on March 7, 2012.
She was a graduate of Antigo High School, class of 1962.
Sharon was employed at Duffy's Chicken and Ribs in Antigo from 1988 to 1996 and at Farmer's Home Restaurant from 1993 to 2023.
She enjoyed bowling, going to the Hodag Country Festival, bird watching, and spending time with her family and friends. She will be forever remembered for her famous potato dumplings. She was a proud grandma and great-grandma "GG" who attended all her grandchildren's events. Sharon was the life of the party and will be deeply missed.
Survivors include two daughters, Pamela Powell and Jill Paff both of Antigo; two sons, Steven (Tracy) Sinkler of Fayetteville, North Carolina, and Jeffrey (Tanya) Sinkler of Antigo; eight grandchildren, Jessica, Julie, and Coltin Powell, Andrew and Cooper Sinkler, Aadan, Evan, and Levi Paff; two great-grandchildren, Rori Hipke and Kinley Powell; a sister, Gertrude Fitch of LaCrosse; and sisters-in-law, Nancy Rueger of Antigo, Mary Lou Rueger of Appleton, and Marilyn Rueger of Oshkosh.
In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by sisters, Ida Kahn and Mary Henry; brothers Harold, Herman, William, and Leonard; and longtime friend, Carolyn Hitz.
A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 9, at 11 a.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Pastor Dick Kendall officiating. Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery.
Visitation will be Friday, September 8, from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 11 a.m. all at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the family, a memorial will be established for Antigo Youth Bowling.
Tributes
"I enjoyed bowling with Sharon over the years. She was a sweet and fun lady!!"
"We?re so sorry for your loss Julie and family. God give you his comfort. Jonathan and Deanna and family (Julie?s neighbors)"
"Our sympathies to all your family. ?? Steve and Nancy Kafka?"
"Steve, Pam, Jeff & Jill My heart goes out to you. Prayers Sandy Wheeler"
"Sorry to hear of your loss of Sharon. I got to know her, like a lot of other people did, through bowling and at Duffy's. She was a fun person and will be missed."
"I will miss the many stories she told about being "The ? baby" rest in peace Sharon! ?"
"I?m so sorry. Sharon was the most loving and kind person. Had many wonderful times bowling including state tournaments. She will truly be missed. ???"
"I'm so sorry Sharon was a good friend to many I enjoyed bowling with her and getting to know her rest n piece Sharon see u on the other side when it thunders ill think its u bowling a strike "
"Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Mary, Roger and Jacob Meister"
"So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the family. I will miss her smile and laughter. We had some good times bowling over the years."