Pauline M. Drew

Pauline M. Drew, 45, of Sparta, WI, passed away on November 24, 2025, at her home in Sparta. She was born on April 6, 1980, in La Crosse, WI, to Richard and Leona Drew. Pauline grew up in Sparta and graduated from Sparta High School in 1998. After graduation, she pursued a career in nursing, a field where she cared deeply for the people she served.

Pauline had her first child Madison. She later married Ryan Antony at Trinity Lutheran in Sparta WI, Together, they had two children, Kara and Autumn. They later divorced.

Pauline dedicated more than 20 years to her work as a nurse, caring for others with the same compassion, patience, and strength she showed her family. Her compassionate heart and steady presence made her someone people relied on and trusted.

In her free time, Pauline loved being outdoors. You could often find her hiking, rock hunting, or tending to her garden. She treasured time with her kids and family above all else. Pauline had a free spirit, a love for adventure, and a deep affection for all animals. Her curiosity, kindness, and love for the simple joys in life touched everyone who knew her.

Pauline is survived by her children, Kara (David) Antony and Autumn (Blake) Antony; and her granddaughter, Odessa VonRuden.

She is also survived by her mother, Leona Drew; her siblings, Patty (Kris) Kuhnke and Doug (Rebecca) Drew; her niece, Makayla Kuhnke; and her nephews, Jordan Kuhnke, James (Leona) Drew, and Zach Drew. Pauline is further survived by several great-nieces and great-nephews.

Pauline is preceded in death by her father, Richard Drew; and daughter, Madison Hauser.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 12 p.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Club Oasis in Sparta.

Online condolences may be offered at www.schanhoferfh.com

Lanham-Schanhofer Funeral Home and Cremation, Sparta, is assisting the family with arrangements.

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