Thomas LaVerne Heisler

Heisler, Thomas L. Born into Eternal Life Saturday November 14, 2009, age 73 years. Loving husband of Kay (nee Seefeldt) for 51 years. Beloved father of Kelly (Maria) Heisler and Ann (Ron) Borkowski. Grandfather of Cory, Ryan, and Dillon. Brother of Eileen (Henry) Wojiechowski. Preceded in death by his parents, Art and Eileen "Nell", and his brothers Bill and Jerry. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Visitation Saturday November 28th at the funeral home from 1:00PM until 3PM, memorial service to follow at 3:00PM. Thomas worked at American Motors and then Pabst Brewery for 31 years, where he was a union official of Local 9 for 4 years. Thomas also served in the Marine Corps for two years where he was named Marine Corps Boxing Champion in 1957. Thomas later became the welterweight Golden Glove Champion of Wisconsin in 1961, '62, '63, and '64. Tom was the state AAU Champion from 1961 to 1963. In 1964, he competed and lost in the final round of the Olympic trials. Thomas continued to enjoy an active lifestyle that included jogging, walking, bike riding, playing golf as well as other sports. Thomas was proud to have donated 151 pints of blood to Children's Hospital. Many thanks to Mel "Pizon" and Vera Montemayor , our cribbage partners and good friends for many years. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer's Association appreciated. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME Johnson-Reiss Klemmer-Scheuerell-Tyborski 9200 S. 27th St (414)761-2750 Guest Book & Directions www.heritagefuneral.com