Sheboygan, Wisconsin
1926 - 2018 (Age 91)
Peter J. Ognavic, age 91 of Sheboygan passed away Monday January 8, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.
Born October 5, 1926 in Sheboygan to Peter R. and Mary (Siprak) Ognacevich he graduated from Central High School. He was a boilerman for Armira Leather Company for 38 years retiring in 1987. On November 27, 1948 he was united in marriage to Barbara Housey in Sheboygan. He was an Elder in the Sheboygan South Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Peter is survived by his wife Barbara, sons, Steve (Francine) Ognacevic and Daniel Ognavic, daughters, Bonnie (Tom) Roerdink, Peggy Ognacevic, Sally (Scott) Burch and Wendy Radtke, 11 Grandchildren, 6 Great grandchildren, 2 Great Great Grandchildren, his sisters, Rose (Gerald) Gaynor, Dorothy (Richard) Govek and his brother in law, Peter Reano.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, Elias (Mary) Ognacevich,George Ognacevich,, Stephen (Margaret) Ognacevic, Michael (Mary Alice) Ognacevic, George "Judo" Ognacevich, his sisters, Anne (Clarence) Wilsing, Eva (John) Repphun, Mary (Charles) Richie, and Katherine Reano.
In accordance with Peter's wishes, no services will be held.
Peter's family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice for all of their loving care and support.
The Olson Funeral Home & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Peter's arrangements.
Pete Ognavic was a good, kind soul. He was had a way of making you smile and an infectious, kind laugh. He will be missed.
Lee Evans
March 07, 2018 | Sheboygan, WI
I loved hearing all of his jokes! He was always smiling in his caring and loving way! I was blessed to have known him. xoxo
Lisa Notarnicola-Engels
January 14, 2018 | Algonquin, IL
I remember working with Peter at the tannery over 45 years ago. I was able to deliver meals on wheels to him just prior to his passing. I remember graduating with his son Steve and enjoy listening to the talent of his other son Dan who plays the grand piano, organ, and violin at our church @ Zion. My condolence to the Ognavic family.
Jon Malson
Jon Malson
January 14, 2018 | Sheboygan Falls, WI
Pete Ognavic was a dear man. With an infectious smile and a quick wit. I always felt happier with the world after talking with Pete. And I remember well having the privilege of being with Barb and Pete in their first day of "service" in the ministry on N. 37th St. Sheboygan. He will be sorely missed.
Sheryl Bogolin
January 10, 2018 | Sheboygan, WI
