Anthony B. Werra, Tony the Barber, passed away peacefully at age 75 on Wednesday December 7th, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his loved ones.
Tony was born on June 26, 1947 the son of late Dr. Bernard and Mary (Weber) Werra. He was also preceded in death by his brother Bernie Werra and his nephew Zachary Sprader.
He is survived by his twin sister Annette (Bob) Sprader, Jean (Bruce) Zwijacz, and sister in law Barbara Werra, as well as many close nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Tony graduated from Waukesha Catholic Memorial High School in 1966. He then entered the U.S. Air force. Once honorably discharged from the Air force he opened his own barbershop, the Tonsorial Parlor.
Tony kept people rolling in laughter no matter the circumstance with his list of jokes. The simplest pleasures in life brought him great happiness. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, preparing food, playing pool and sitting in his chair to listen to nature. Tony had an amazing talent for art from his beautiful drawings to the t-shirts he made. Tony never hesitated to help anyone in need. Most of all, Tony deeply loved his family and friends.
Tony leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter that no one could ever match. He truly brought joy no matter where he was. Can you hear the heavens laughing?
A special thanks to all of the amazing people at St. Luke’s Hospital, Aurora Hospice, and especially Dr. Ruggeri.
A celebration of life will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 12401 W. National Ave., New Berlin, on Sunday, December 18, 2022, from 9:00AM to 10:45AM with a Service at 11:00AM, and a luncheon to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Tony’s name are appreciated to Make-A-Wish and the Waukesha Humane Society.