Strasser-Roller Funeral Home

11/19/2025

Granny squares can make a cozy cardigan, a colorful lampshade, or a beautiful blanket! Check out the article below for more fun projects you can create with your squares! 🧶

Hooked on the humble granny square? Discover over 40 Granny Square ideas for a range of projects using crochet squares.

11/17/2025

Step outside and hit the trails—it's National Take a Hike Day! Let nature inspire your journey!

11/17/2025

11/16/2025

Della Mae Maddix

Della Mae Maddix, age 88, of Antigo, passed away November 14, 2025 at Gardenview.

Della was born on May 31, 1937 in Crandon, WI to the late Wallace and Nola (Stamper) Bowling.

She spent her childhood years in both Antigo and White Lake.

On June 27, 1952, she was united in marriage to Jessie Maddix.

Della was a homemaker and also worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for Langlade Memorial Hospital. She the worked at Copps IGA preparing and serving samples, a job she thoroughly enjoyed.

Her pastimes included reading, singing, playing the accordion and piano, collecting dolls, crocheting and raising chickens. She lived with a strong Christian faith, keeping her Bible at her side and reading it daily. She taught Sunday School at Ark of Lord Church in Elton.

She is survived by her beloved family including her children: Jeannie (Jeff) Robinson, Terry (Mary) Maddix, Wanda (Larry) Archer, Debbie (Kevin) Domke, Linda (Randy) Geary, Ethan “Jesse” (Lori) Maddix, Jamie (Everett) Gibson, Eden Piotrowski, 16 grandchildren, 44 great grandchildren, her siblings: Cleo Church, Darlene Jameson, Wallace (Eileen) Bowling, Eddie (Linda) Bowling, Martha Cox, Susie (Delbert) Jennings and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband and parents, Della was preceded in death by two grandsons, two sisters: Mabel Ratliff and Barbara Trent, and two brothers: Tommy and James Bowling.

A funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 20, at 11:00 AM at Strasser-Roller Funeral Home. Visitation will precede the service at the funeral home from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM.

Interment will be in Elton at Maddix Family Cemetery which is also known as Ark of The Lord Cemetery.

View Della Mae Maddix's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

11/14/2025

Many families include funeral readings to personalize a loved one's funeral service, but what passages should you choose? If you'd like a little help, check out this list of 10 literary readings to consider!

Literary readings can add personalization and dimension to any funeral or memorial service. Check out this list of options to consider!

11/13/2025

11/12/2025

Did you know that cooking with the kid in your life can encourage their curiosity? Follow this link to learn how food science can inspire a child’s learning skills and development!

Chances are, you’ve got at least one favorite food-based memory from childhood: biting into a freshly baked cookie, slurping a treat from the ice cream truck or going to Grandma’s house for her famous roast chicken.Food can be a powerful trigger for memories and emotions in childhood, both grati...

11/11/2025

As we mark Veterans Day, we want to specially remember the courage and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. We thank you for your courage and selfless sacrifice!

11/07/2025

If you are a veteran, then you may be eligible for burial in a national cemetery - free of charge! Check out this list of national cemeteries across the United States and then chat with a funeral director about your options and how to plan ahead for your funeral wishes as a veteran.

Are you interested in burial or inurnment at a national cemetery? Check out this list of national cemeteries and find one to fit your needs.

11/07/2025

The time after losing a loved one can be full of confusion, stress, and unanswered questions.

That’s why creating a plan for your funeral ahead of time is such a blessing for your family! With a plan in place, your family will know your wishes and be better prepared for what lies ahead.

Don’t leaf your family without a plan! Call us at 715.623.5202 to start planning ahead today.

11/05/2025

Stress affects each and every one of us in different ways, but did you know that laughter is the best medicine? Laughing relieves your stress response and relaxes your muscles. So, to reduce your stress today, pull out your favorite comedies or hang out with your funniest friends.