Louis Victor Mayer, age 97, of Mayville, passed away at Avina of Mayville on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026.
A Mass of Christian Burial for Louis took place on Tuesday, Jan. 27, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville with Rev. Fr. Zachary Galante presiding. A visitation for Louis was held at church on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Following the service, graveside military honors were conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69 at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Mayville.
Louis was born on June 4, 1928, to Victor and Phyliss (Bachhuber) Mayer in Mayville. He was a graduate of Mayville High School and then went on to attend St. Norbert College in De Pere. Louis served as a sergeant in the United States Army during the Korean War.
Louis was united in marriage to Ann Marie Antonioni on October 9, 1954, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville, where they also were faithful members.
Louis was employed as a technician for East Central Breeders in Waupun. He later farmed on the west side of Mayville for many years. After that he went to work with his sons as a fishing charter captain with Barbie Doll Charters and Wondra Construction as a heavy equipment operator.
Louis enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially trapping the Horicon Marsh, hunting, and fishing.
Louis is survived by his wife, Ann Marie; his children, Robert Mayer of Horicon, Jerry (Mary) Mayer of Allenton, and David (Shari) Mayer of Mayville; his six grandchildren, Jessica (Joseph) Ebertsch, Kimberly (Jared) Lisko, Christopher (Kaley) Mayer, Marissa (Mike) Huber, Matt (Haley) Mayer, and Austin Mayer; his three step-grandchildren, Ryan Mueller, Lucas Mueller, and Steve (Becky) Mueller; ten great-grandchildren, Chloe, Eli, Luca, Trinity, Gaige, Rory, Kieren, Emma, Emmett, and Kianna; and his great-great-grandchild, Emerson. Louis is also survived by his brother and sisters-in-law, David (Robin) Antonioni and Mary Jean Antonioni. Louis is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Louis was preceded in death by his parents; his infant daughter, Patricia; and his two brothers, Charles Mayer and Victor Mayer.
Memorials in Louis honor, may be directed to St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Mayville.
Koepsell Funeral Home in Mayville is caring for the family. www. Koepsellfh.com
