Wallace F. Gantter Obituary
The memory of Wallace F. Gantter of Paxton, Illinois, who passed away on May 13, 2026 at the age of 90, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wallace F. Gantter to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Frederick Louis and Mary Josephine McGowan Gantter; his daughter Geralyn "Gigi" Jarboe; and his sister Marilyn O'Keefe. He is survived by: his wife Carol Stricker; his children, Gail McGurgan (Vincent) of Lincolnshire, IL, Gwyn Gantter-Rogan (Bill) of Denver, CO and Gregory Gantter (Marsha) of Newburgh, NY; and his sisters, Theresa Watson, Virginia Norwood, Carol Bech and Barbara Simeone. He is also survived by eight grandchildren, eight great grandchildren.
A rosary will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Baier Family Funeral Services - Paxton (406 E Pells St, Paxton, IL 60957). Visitation will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Baier Family Funeral Services (406 E Pells St, Paxton, IL 60957). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 10:30 AM at the St. Mary Catholic Church (407 W Pells St, Paxton, IL 60957).
Memorials may be made to St. Mary Catholic Church or the Knights of Columbus.
