Matthew Zahringer

Matthew Zahringer, of Antigo, died unexpectedly on April 12, 2024, at his home. He was 42 years old. He was born on Feb. 18, 1982, in Highland Park, Illinois, a son of Laurie (Herman) Tackett of Elton and James Zahringer of Gresham. From the ages of 12-18, Matt was a caddy at a golf course in Highland Park where his grandfather and uncles also worked as young men. He graduated from Stevenson High School in Buffalo Grove, Illinois, and then attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison for computer science. Following the events of 9/11, Matt gave up a scholarship and moved to Antigo to be closer to family. He then attended North Central Technical College and Nicolet Technical College for criminal justice. Shortly after moving, he met Jacilyn Augustyn, and they were married on June 5, 2004, at Faith Center in Antigo. For nearly 18 years Matt has been employed at Amron in Antigo. He was a proud and loving husband and father. He enjoyed playing table top games with his wife, kids and other family members. He loved being able to teach his sons and pass on his love of gaming to them. In addition to his parents, Matt will be deeply missed by his wife, Jacilyn; seven children, Benjamin, Jacob, Timothy, Micah, Ian, Adeline and baby boy Zahringer expected in June; three sisters, Sarah (Paul) Bostwick, of Antigo, Angelica (Bob) Meydam, of Birnamwood, and Hannah (Chet) Tackett, of Antigo; father- and mother-in-law, Pete and Pam Augustyn, of Antigo; and special uncle and aunt, Donald and Paulette Colo. He is also survived by step-siblings, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 19, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Homestead Church in Antigo with the Rev. Dustin Dieke officiating. Burial will take place in Elmwood Cemetery in Antigo. Visitation will be Thursday, April 18, from 4-7 p.m. at Bradley Funeral Home and Friday, April 19, from 9-11 a.m. at Homestead Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family. Online obituary and condolences at www.bradleyfh.com.