LeRoy Wilbur Graese Age 89, of Rice Lake, WI, died Wednesday, February 16, 2022 in Rice Lake.

He was born on December 20, 1932 in Glenwood City, WI to Paul and Julia (Koepsell) Graese.

LeRoy entered the United States Army and served in Korean Conflict and was later Honorably Discharged. He was married to Vivian Shafer on December 22, 1953 in Forest, WI. LeRoy was a dairy farmer, owned and operated a resort/restaurant, was a laborer and janitor.

He is survived by 3 children, Janelle Tolzman, Lee (Mary) Graese and Kendall Graese (Connie Richards); 11 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Vivian.

Private funeral services are planned, with interment in Northern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery

Appleyard’s Home for Funerals in Rice Lake is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Last Update: Feb 18, 2022 7:16 am CST