Laura M. VanWagner age 83 of Portage, WI died on Thursday, October 1, 2020 at Tivoli in Portage. Laura was born on July 7, 1937 in Krumville, NY to Myron and Astella (Barley) Hummel. Laura was employed for 20 years at the Days Inn in Portage as a Hospitality Manager. Laura was always a fan of something, the latest was Nascar racing. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, and playing bingo. She enjoyed spending time with family and never forgot to send a birthday or anniversary card. Laura is survived by her children; James (Robin) VanWagner of Baraboo, WI; Shannon (Chris) Dunahee of Cambria, WI; John Shultis of Portage and Mike Shultis also of Portage. Grandchildren; James (Amber), Jackie, Whitney (Tyler), Lee, Cameron, Kimberly, Samantha, Brooklyn; great grandchildren Alaunie, Harper and Baylor. Also, many nieces, nephews, and friends. Laura was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Harold Hummel, Myron Hummel, Silbert Usher, William Usher, Robert Usher, a sister Mildred Hummel, and a grandson Jesse. Special thanks to Sheila Kottka for her friendship and special thanks to Ellen from Home Health Care for Laura's weekly care visits. also the staff at Tivoli for the care they provided. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kratz Funeral Home (www.kratzfuneralhome.com)  302 E. Conant Portage, WI.  Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at the Silver Lake Cemetery in Portage, WI Service Details. Visitation Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.Service A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Kratz Funeral Home 302 E. Conant Portage, WI. Interment Burial will follow the services at the Silver Lake Cemetery in Portage, WI