Duane Schara

Duane Anthony Schara, 77, of Edgar, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sept. 30, 2021.

He was born on Sept. 6, 1944, to William and Adelaide (Karlen) Schara.

Duane, along with his wife, Judy, farmed for many years. After retiring from the farm he provided daycare to his grandchildren. As the grandkids grew up, Duane spent his time with Judy and enjoyed every minute of it. The past 10 years Duane, with Judy still by his side, was a delivery driver for Part’s City and Dodson Auto in Marathon.

Duane is survived by his loving wife, Judy (Paszek) Schara, who he married on July 10, 1965, at St. John’s the Baptist Church in Edgar. He is also survived by his loving children: Greg (Laura) Schara, Jeff (Kathy Stephenson) Schara, Karen (Mike) Muelbeck and Nancy (Mike) Dodson; grandchildren: Mitchel Muelbeck, Katelyn (Derek Breyer) Schara, Breanna (Kyle VonDerHeide) Schara, Morgan (Michael Brewer) Muelbeck, Kristi (Hudson) Meverden, Hunter Schara and Jordan Dodson; siblings: Kenneth (Joyce) Schara and Marvin (Kay) Schara; twin sister, Carol Nowak; sister-in-law, Evelyn Schara; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Jerome Schara; sister-in-law, Joan Schara; and brother-in-law, Roger Nowak.

A service was held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 3158 Halder Dr., Mosinee, on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, with visitation from 8:30 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. Father Jerome Patric presided and Deacon Greg Kaiser assisted.

Family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Wernberg and staff at Marshfield Clinic, and Miranda, Ruth and Chris at Heartland Hospice.

John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com.

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