Anton "Tony" Slemec

ANTON P. "TONY" SLEMEC, age 100, of Willard, WI, passed away at Neillsville Retirement Community in Neillsville, WI on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  Graveside services will be held at 11am on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 in the Willard Cemetery, with Rev. Emmanuel Famiyeh officiating.  Military rites will be conducted by the Greenwood American Legion Post #238.

Anton Paul Slemec was born on June 26, 1925 in Willard, WI, to Joseph and Frances (Fortuna) Slemec.  He was raised on the family farm, and received his education at McKinley School and Greenwood High School.  Tony entered the U.S. Army on January 19, 1949 and served until his honorable discharge on October 15, 1951.  After his discharge, he moved to Milwaukee and worked at American Motors until being called back to serve during the Korean War.  Tony returned to Milwaukee and continued working for American Motors until retiring in 1977.  He then came back to the home farm in Willard and farmed with his brothers, Rudy and Val.

Tony had many interests, but especially enjoyed trapping, fishing, and loved hunting.

He is survived by one brother, James Slemec, of South Saint Paul, MN; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Tony was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers: Rudolph, Edward, Valentine and Robert; and two sisters: Olga Slemec and Josephine Drescher.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.cuddiefh.com.

Cuddie Funeral Home of Greenwood, WI is assisting the family with arrangements.

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