Anita Mae Hashbarger, age 92 of Shawano, formerly of Gresham, passed away on Wednesday, July 21, 2021. Anita was born on July 9, 1929, in the town of Almon in Shawano County, the daughter of Gilbert and Uryth (Maxson) Wickman. She graduated from Gresham High School in 1947 and lived in the Gresham area for most of her life. While living there she worked at Bowler State Bank for several years, worked at the Bureau of Indian Affairs and at Stockbridge Munsee Tribe as a Benefit Specialist.  She married the love of her of her life, Ray Hashbarger on January 4, 1977, in Las Vegas. He preceded in death in August 10,1990.  Anita enjoyed being outdoors and tending to her garden, which was beautiful every year.  She cherished her time with her grandchildren, whom she loved so much. Anita was an active member of Immanuel Mohican Lutheran Church, were she served as Treasurer for 40 years and was part of the Ladies Aid.

Anita is survived by, and left to cherish her memories, children, Patricia Blais, Steve Putnam, and Kim (Miki) Putnam; her sister Maxine Gehrt;  grandchildren Nicholas, Savannah, Mike, and Kelley; great grandchildren Donte, Athena, and Joey; special friends Annette Schmidt, Judy Farbach, Sue Chicks and many more! She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents Gilbert and Uryth Wickman; husband Ray Hashbarger; brothers Donald and Lyle.

Funeral services for Anita will be held on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran church with Pastor Ralph Beversdorf. Burial will be at the Red Springs Cemetery. Visitation will be at Swedberg Funeral Home in Gresham on Monday, July 26, 2021, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and on Tuesday starting at 10:00 a.m. till the time of service at the church.

Special thank you to goddaughter Laura Welch and Becky Hebert for always being there for Anita.