Alan Sylte Jr., 25

Alan John Sylte Jr., "A.J.", age 25, Star Prairie, Wis., died unexpectedly on Dec. 19.

He was preceded in death by his father, Alan J. Sylte Sr.

He was born Aug. 7, 1986, in New Richmond, Wis., to Cheryl and Alan Sylte Sr. A.J. obtained his GED and loved playing baseball and pitching, football, working out, snowboarding, and spending time with his friends. He was very proud of helping those with disabilities and his work at a group home. He enlisted in the National Guard in 2009 and served briefly overseas in the 2010 New Dawn Tour.

A.J. is survived by his loving mother, Cheryl, and stepfather, Randy; brother, Chad (Bridget); sisters, Amber (Ryan) and Tasha; niece, Kiara; nephew, Bradyn; grandma Carol; great-grandmother Viola; and his many loving family and friends.

Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28, at the Cullen Crea Funeral Home in New Richmond. Memorials preferred.

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