Paige Radzinski, age 18, of Peshtigo and formally of Oconto, left us unexpectedly on October 22, 2026, alongside her boyfriend, Drew Hagel. She was born on November 16, 2007, at St Clare Hospital in Oconto Falls. Leaving behind a life remembered for its love, passion, and spirited nature.
Paige was a 2026 graduate of Oconto High School, where she worked hard and carried herself with determination and pride. She was known by those who loved her as a young woman with a bright presence and a heart that was deeply connected to the people and things she cared about. She had so much life ahead of her, and she met each day with energy, warmth, and a genuine love for life.
Paige had a deep passion for her horse, Skittles, and she loved any animals she came into contact with. Her kindness toward animals reflected the tenderness of her heart and the special way she related to the world around her. She also loved cars and trucks, and she enjoyed looking at them, working on them, and driving them. Those interests brought her joy and reflected her adventurous spirit and appreciation for the things that moved her forward in life. Early on, Paige loved being a part of some amazing softball teams, and those experiences were a meaningful part of her younger years. She loved life and had so much to live for, and her enthusiasm for the things she enjoyed will be remembered always.
Paige is survived by her father, Jerry Radzinski; her stepmother, Nicole Radzinski; her mother, Amber Hartman Schwittay; her special friend, Raymond Mech; her sister, Connie Radzinski and Tony; her brother, Trey Radzinski; her brother, Oliver Schwitty; her step sisters, Carol Van Hulle and Jake, and Hanna Hornick and Connor; her step brothers, Ryan Schwittay, Lucas Schwittay, and Shane Schwittay; her grandmother, Joanne Radzinski; her maternal grandmother, Diane Grabowski and Jim; her maternal grandfather, Duane Hartman and Ellen; her maternal great grandmother, Audrey Brault; her uncle, Bernie Radzinski; her uncle, Tyler Hartman and Hope; her god parents, Joe Hornik and Tina Woodworth; her bonus grandparents, David and Ann Mech; and the extended Mech family. She is also lovingly remembered by her nephews, Landyn, Winston, and Odin, who brought joy to her life and to the lives of those around them. Paige will also be missed by many other relatives and friends whose lives were touched by her presence.
She was preceded in death by her maternal great grandfather, PAPA Leonard Brault; her step father, Andrew Schwitty; her great grandma, Sabina Monette; her great aunt, Maryann Monnette; her great uncles, David Truckey, Joe Hornik Sr., and Robert Radzinski Sr.; and her grandmother, Terry Christman. Their memories remain woven into the family history that surrounded Paige throughout her life.
Those who knew Paige will remember her as loving, passionate, and spirited. She had a way of making her interests known with confidence and excitement, and she brought that same energy into the relationships she formed with family, friends, teammates, and everyone fortunate enough to know her. Her life, though far too brief, was filled with meaning, love, and the promise of all that she might have become. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved her, and she will be remembered with great affection, deep sorrow, and enduring love.
Amber’s Family will receive relatives and friends on Nov. 7, 2026 at Faith Baptist Church (350 N Stephenson Ave, Peshtigo) from 11:00 Am until time of service at 2:00 PM.
