Tony Lazewski

Madison , Wis. -- Tony Lazewski, age 62, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2009 at HospiceCare with his family by his side following a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born December 30, 19 46 in Antigo, Wisconsin , the son of Barney and Doris (Marx) Lazewski.   Tony graduated from Antigo High School and then obtained a bachelor of English and Geography from the University of Wisconsin -- Stevens Point .   He then went on to receive a PhD in Geography from the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign .   In 1977 Tony was united in marriage to Barbara Hassler in St. Louis , MO. For 25 years, taking no sick days, Tony worked for American Family Insurance as a property adjuster.   He is also a former employee of the State Historical Society and in more recent years, a dedicated volunteer. Tony's passion was his family and being active in Boy Scouts.   He was a proud Eagle Scout, Silver Beaver award recipient and Order of the Arrow Lodge Advisor.   Tony was a great athlete and played hockey for 30 years.  He was a humble and loyal man, who always obeyed the Scout Law.    At all times, you could find Tony with a contagious smile and count on him to be a great listener. Most of all, Tony was the heart and soul of his family.    He was a wonderful husband, father and son and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. Tony was survived by his wife of 32 years; Barbara (nee Hassler), two daughters; Laura and Lisa, and father; Barney.   He was preceded in death by his mother; Doris (nee Marx) Lazewski.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST.   MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC CHURCH , 10 Maria Place , on Friday, September 11, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. with Monsignor Michael Burke officiating.   A visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass.  A memorial fund will be established in memory of Tony to the Wisconsin Boy Scouts, for the organization he loved so much.