Thomas E. Frelka

Frelka, Thomas E. Age 73, of Bowler, Wisconsin, died Wednesday, September 22, 2010, at Langlade Hospital, Antigo. He was born February 21, 1937, in Milwaukee, the son of the late Erwin and Alice (Jankowski) Frelka. On August 13, 1960, Thomas was united in marriage to Judith Stroh-kirch in Milwaukee. She survives. Thomas was a US Army veteran. He was employed at several banks in Milwaukee as a bank controller, retiring in 2001. Upon retirement, the couple moved to Bowler. Thomas loved being 'Up North' and loved being in the outdoors where he spent much of his time. He also enjoyed gambling and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Judith; two children, Gregory (Robyn) Frelka and Kelly (Glen) Pedersen, all of Milwaukee; four grandchildren, Nathan, Cassidy, Jake and Lindsey; and two brothers, Fred (Diane) Frelka, Mukwonago and Jim (Diane) Frelka, Oregon. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, September 25, 2010, at St. Joseph Holy Family Catholic Church, Phlox. Rev. David Barrett will officiate. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service at the church. Schmidt-Schulta Funeral Home, Birnamwood, 715-449-2688, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family guestbook and condolences may be found at schmidtschulta.com.