Cal Featherly, age 74, a resident of Minong, died on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at his home with family at his side.
Calvin Featherly was born on November 4, 1948, in Shell Lake, Wisconsin to parents Bernie and Ione (Hall) Featherly. He was raised in and attended Minong Schools before enlisting in the US Navy at the age of 17. He would serve in the Navy for a total of 9 years starting in 1965 until his discharge in 1974. During this time, he served 2 tours in Vietnam, and was also stationed in South Africa and Germany. Cal also served on submarines during his time in the Navy and spent time under the Artic Ice Cap. He received several medals and ribbons during his service, including the Navy Achievement Medal with Combat V, the Combat Action Ribbon, just to name a few. Cal was also one of three machine gunners during his time in Vietnam and was involved in many battles. Cal received a field commission from E5 to an E6 prior to his discharge. Cal was an advocate for Veterans, being a disabled Veteran himself. After his discharge in 1974, he attended UW- Barron County and received an Associate’s Degree. In 1978, he met Peggy Nelson, and they were by each other’s side until they were married on October 13, 1990 in Minong. Cal was a past Sexton of the Greenwood Cemetery in Minong, a poet, and enjoyed history, especially of the local area and his family. Cal was a member and past Commander of the American Legion, and also a life member of the Springbrook Veterans of Foreign Wars. Cal was a proud Captain of his life’s voyage.
Cal is survived by his wife Peggy, daughter Dawn (Shane), 2 grandchildren Leo and Amber, 2 great grandchildren Jaxson and Evander, sister Brenda (Jim), brothers Kenny and Jerrold, and many other nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Call is preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters: Phil, Violet, Clyde, Gary, and David.
A celebration of Cal’s life will be held at the Minong Village Hall on Saturday, June 17, 2023. A visitation will be held from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM, service will start at 10:30 AM. A graveside service with military honors will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Minong.
Online memories and or condolences may be left at www.bratley-nelsonchapels.com
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