Drew Hagel and Paige Radzinski Obituaries: Wisconsin Couple Remembered After Their Deaths at 19 and 18

Drew Hagel, 19, and Paige Radzinski, 18, died unexpectedly on October 22, 2026. Their families are mourning the young couple, whose obituaries remember their interests, loved ones and lives cut short.

The families of Drew Hagel and Paige Radzinski are grieving after the young couple died unexpectedly on October 22, 2026. Drew was 19, and Paige was 18. Their deaths have brought sorrow to relatives, friends and communities in northeastern Wisconsin.

Separate funeral-home obituaries confirm that the two died on the same day. Drew’s obituary describes him as a young man with a strong interest in farming, tractors, machinery and hockey. Paige’s tribute remembers her enthusiasm for animals, her horse and the people who were important in her life.

Drew Hagel Remembered for His Love of Farming, Tractors and Hockey

Drew Hagel was born on February 20, 2007, at Shawano Hospital to Melissa (Reinke, Hagel) Johnson and Adam Hagel. His obituary identifies him as being from the Green Valley area and describes a lifelong fascination with tractors, farming and machinery.

His interest in anything with a motor began early. He enjoyed driving and taking apart machines, and his family remembered him as someone who was rarely without grease or dirt on his hands. Hockey was another important part of his younger years, during which his long hair and later mullet became familiar features.

Drew was also remembered for his love for his sister, Mya, and his willingness to help friends. His family described him as kind-hearted and quick-witted, qualities that helped him build connections with people around him.

Paige Radzinski Remembered for Her Love of Animals

Paige Radzinski was 18 when she died on October 22, 2026. Her obituary identifies her as being from Peshtigo and formerly of Oconto, Wisconsin. She was born on November 16, 2007, at St. Clare Hospital in Oconto Falls.

Paige graduated from Oconto High School in 2026. Her family remembered her as a spirited young woman with a strong connection to the people and animals she loved.

She had a special affection for her horse, Skittles, and enjoyed being around animals. Her obituary also mentions the close place her nephews held in her life, along with the many relatives and friends who will miss her.

Her life ended at an especially young age, leaving family and friends with memories of a young woman whose future held so much possibility.

Funeral and Memorial Arrangements

Drew’s family arranged a celebration of life for Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Swedberg Wendt Funeral Home in Bonduel, with Pastor David Ticks officiating. Visitation was held on Monday, November 2, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., and again on Tuesday morning from 9:30 a.m. until the service.

Paige’s family arranged a separate service at New Life Church in Peshtigo on October 31, 2026, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m. and the service at 1 p.m. Her obituary also listed a November 7 gathering at Faith Baptist Church in Peshtigo. The notice contained separate family arrangements, so those details should not be confused with Drew’s service.

A Community Remembering Two Young Lives

The deaths of Drew and Paige have left their families and friends facing an immeasurable loss. Their obituaries preserve memories of their interests, relationships and the qualities that made them meaningful to those around them.

For Drew, those memories include farming, machinery, hockey and his affection for his sister and friends. For Paige, they include her horse, her love of animals, her school years and the people she held close.

May their families find comfort in the support of those around them and in the memories they will continue to carry.

Disclaimer

The deaths of Drew Hagel and Paige Radzinski on October 22, 2026, and their ages of 19 and 18, respectively, are confirmed by separate funeral-home obituary notices. Their obituaries also provide the biographical details and memorial arrangements summarized above.

The cause and circumstances of their deaths have not been disclosed in the available funeral notices. No explanation for the tragedy should be assumed or presented as fact without an official statement.