Harold E. “Herb” Babcock
Harold E. “Herb” Babcock, age 87, of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Memorial services will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Pastor Sam Downey will officiate. Visitation will be held from 10:30 a.m. until the time of service. A luncheon will follow the services at the Adams VFW Post, 172 N Linden St, Adams, WI 53910.
Interment will take place at Easton Cemetery at a later date.
Herb was born at home on December 15, 1938, next to the Flambeau River, in Sawyer County, Wisconsin, to Menzo and Irma (Clough) Babcock. He graduated from Adams-Friendship High School in 1957 and went on to serve his country in the United States Army before receiving an honorable discharge. On March 25, 1961, Herb married Lois M. Witt in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. Together, they shared over 65 years of marriage. Herb worked as a foreman for Scott’s Construction until his retirement in 2001. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially hunting, fishing, and camping. He and Lois shared a love of traveling, spending many memorable years exploring the country together in their motorhome. Herb was also a dedicated member of the Easton-White Creek Lions Club for over 40 years.
Herb was preceded in death by his parents, Menzo “Curly” and Irma Babcock; sons, Jeffrey and Rodney Babcock; and brothers, Dell, Larry, and Walter.
Survivors include his loving wife, Lois Babcock; children, Pam (Lloyd) VanBeek and Alan (Tammy) Babcock; grandchildren, Joseph (Heidi), Reba (Brock), Brooke (Chad), Matthew (Carley), Josh, Mitchell (Aly), Megan (Riley), Victoria (Brody), Chelsea (Carlos), and Liam; great-grandson, Hunter, and sister Pat Pietrzak.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Agrace HospiceCare for their compassionate care, kindness, and support while taking care of Herb. Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Dear Lois, Pam , Alan and family: Deepest sympathy to you all. Herb was always so quiet but I’m sure he was always thinking of something !: Very nice man to all he met. But he was tired and now can rest with his other family members! God bless you all.
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts n prayers to the family.
Lenard n Lynn Novak
Lois & Family, So sorry for your loss. I know it is heart breaking for you & your family. May h.e rest in peace. Blessings & love to all💞
So sorry to hear about your family’s loss. He was a such a good role model and enjoyed his family more than anything. Know that he lived a full life and was well loved. God Bless Your Entire Family 🙏🏼
Sending our deepest sympathy.. Remember for your good times , & treasure the memories.
Herb always looked at the positive side of everything, nothing could ever bring him down.
He will be missed by all his friends and family.
Keep his memory alive in your hearts always, he will live in mine.
To Lois and family, so sorry for your loss. Sending condolences to you all during this difficult time.
My deepest condolences to all, Pam I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with all at this time.
Herb was as strong for his family as he was quiet. A wonderful man to know. My deepest sympathies to Herb’s family and friends for your loss.
Lois, Pam and Allen and families
We are very sorry for your loss of Uncle Herb. He will be missed. Hugs and prayers for all of you.
My deepest sympathies to all of you.
I consider myself very lucky to have known him. He was a wonderful father.
Thank you for giving me Rodney and in turn my boys.
You will be greatly missed.
Ross and I are sending sincere condolences to all of Herbs Family on their loss of him. Cherish the many memories you have of him.
You are all in our thoughts. We know how difficult it is to lose people who are so special. Love to all.
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with the family
So sorry for the families loss, Herb will be missed by so many he was a special guy with a big heart!
Hugs and prayers to the family!
Sorry for your loss. He was loved by so many. You are all in our thoughts.
Sincere sympathy on your loss. Herb was a very giving and compassionate man. He will be greatly missed
Sincere condolences on your great loss. Herb will long be remembered for all the good things and now takes his journey to heaven. Lois and family, cherish the memories you made together. God bless you all.
Our condolences to your family. Its so hard when you lose someone so special. You are in our prayers.
Rob and Sherri Williams
So sorry to hear, my condolences to all of his family
Lois and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Treasure all the memories.
My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. I remember Herb as a man of quiet strength and a strong love for his family.
I am so sorry for your loss
Pam and family, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your memories close.
Take care ~
Heartbroken for the entire family😥oh Lois wish i was there for a hug. God bless your strength & complete commitment to him & your whole family. hugs to all. heartbroken for you. love you
Sorry to hear of Herb’s passing. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Sorry for your loss.
Lois and family,,,sending deepest condolences from Albany Oregon from two olde A-F friends.
Im so sorry for this loss. I have such fond memories of him. Sending our love and prayers.
Lois and family, sorry for your loss. Herb was one of the good ones.
So sorry for your family’s loss…..
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family
Our condolences to everyone. You are in our thoughts and prayers.He was a very special man, and will be missed by many.
Sincerest sympathy to you all. Remember the good times. Take care of each other! Love & prayers for peace.
My condolences to the family of a country gentleman. RIP Herb, always a friend. Bob G
So sorry for your loss
Lois and girls, So sorry to read about Herb but he is not suffering any more.. Always remember the good times, God Bless.
Hugs and prayers to Lois and family
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Herb. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.