Service Details
Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church (6400 Spring Street) on Monday, August 18, 2025, for a visitation from 10:00 am- 12:00 pm.
You may witness the Funeral Mass via livestream by selecting the following link at 12:00 pm https://www.facebook.com/dlfuneralhome
The celebration of his life and memorial Mass will take place at 12:00 pm.
His interment will follow with Military Honors at Holy Cross Cemetery in Caledonia
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In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to either the Legacy at St. Paul the Apostle or the VFW Post 1391 (820 Main Street Racine, WI 53403).
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MOUNT PLEASANT – Mr. Anthony G. “Tounch” Widmar, 94, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family at his side on Sunday, August 10, 2025.
He was born in Kenosha on November 19, 1930, the son of the late Anthony F. and Coltilda (nee Myers) Widmar.
Tony proudly served his nation with the US Marine Corps during the Korean War from 1951-53.
He married Catherine “Katie” Griffiths on May 12, 1984. She preceded him in death on October 22, 2018.
Tony retired from Twin Disc in 1992 after 37 years of service.
He was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, the Moose Lodge 437, the Twin Disc 20 Year Club, the American Legion, and the V.F.W. Post 1391. Tony lived a full life enjoying being in the company of family and friends, breakfast at the Moose, his retired “Romeo” friends, playing cards at the Dish, playing Rummikub with his sons, Saturday movie date night with his daughters, all sports, building many, many puzzles, sharing stories, singing the old tunes and musicals from his youth. And “just one more thing”, watching his favorite TV show, Columbo.
Tony is survived by his children, Daniel (BJ Betty Jean) Widmar, James (Karen) Widmar, Shawn (Robert) Luepke, Rick (Linda) Widmar, Laura (Joe) LaMartina, Sandy (David) Bink, David (Audrey) Widmar, John (Eileen) Widmar, Colleen Widmar; the Griffiths children, Michael (JoAnn) Griffiths, Thomas (Susan) Griffiths, Susan (Denis) Weisensel, Cathy (Carl) Newberry, David Griffiths, Patrick (Kirsten) Griffiths, Sally (Jeffrey) LaFaive; 31grandchildren, 58 great-grandchildren; the mother of his children, Sharon Woodworth; as well as many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
In addition to his parents and wife, Tony was preceded in death by his brothers, Randall Widmar, Deacon William (Joan) Widmar, Gerald (Donna) Widmar, and Katie’s son, Charles (Patti) Griffiths.
Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church (6400 Spring Street) on Monday, August 18, 2025, for a visitation from 10:00 am- 12:00 pm. The celebration of his life and memorial Mass will take place at 12:00 pm. His interment will follow with Military Honors at Holy Cross Cemetery in Caledonia. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to either the Legacy at St. Paul the Apostle or the VFW Post 1391 (820 Main Street Racine, WI 53403).
Anthony’s family extends a heartfelt thank you to Aurora At Home Hospice for the loving and professional attention he received while under their care.
Kayli Mylius (Schattner) says
Grandpa Tony cultivated such a large and loving community. He may have had 58 great grandchildren, but when you were talking to him, you always felt like the only one! I have so many great memories with him — up at Blackhawk Campground in Milton and him teaching me to bake cookies in the kitchen. The innumerable lives he has touched is his legacy – one that any of us should be proud and wish to have someday. Sending love to all who love him.
Thomas & Susan Griffiths ✝️ says
We thank you sincerely Anthony for taking such good care of our Mother, Catherine, for over 30 years! We love you and will miss you! Love, Tom & Sue Griffiths ✝️❤️
Catherine Martin says
So sorry for your loss. He sounds like he was a really amazing man. May he rest in Heavenly peace.
Laura Knudsen says
I’m so sorry for your loss. I got to work with Tony in PT at home. Loved his stories. My sincere condolences.
Randall and Sheryl Wolf says
Jim, my heartfelt condolences to you, and your family, and all the Widmar’s I grew up with in Racine. Jim and “Tounch”, attended my mother’s viewing almost three years ago, I remember fondly the conversation’s and stories we shared. Prayer’s to the extended Widmar family on your loss.
Jodie Antreassian-Janiuk says
Colleen, I’m so sorry to hear about your father. My heart goes out to you and your family. My dad and your dad were really good friends. When they were working at Twin Disc my dad often talked about Tounch at the dinner table. They called my dad Frenchie!
Dawn Yankunas says
I was blessed to have worked with Tony through our Occupational Therapy sessions. First time I met him, he had to show me his “chicken egg.” I thought what the heck is he talking about? He rolled up his sleeve and showed me his bicep muscle that he could make jump up and down! Looked just like an egg. I knew right away he was going to be one of my favorites!
My condolences to all his family and friends 🧡 for your loss of such a sweet, funny and endearing man.
Steve Buhler says
What wonderful memories, what a wonderful man. You will be missed my friend.
Maddy May Schattner says
Grandpa Tony brought an immense amount of joy everywhere he went. From sprinkling flour on me because “people have to know you were baking!” to the countless songs he’d sing, and jokes he’d tell, I am lucky enough to have had these cherished memories. I am heartened to know he is at peace now with Grandma Katie❤️
Barbara Litz says
Colleen,
So very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Hopefully all the wonderful memories will warm your hearts forever. God bless!
Barb Litz