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Gary Keyzer Obituary
Nekoosa - Gary C. Keyzer age 76 of Nekoosa died Tuesday February 26, 2019 at Edenbrook of Wisconsin Rapids.
Visitation for Gary will be held on Monday March 4, 2019 from 11 AM to 1 PM at Feldner/Ritchay Funeral Home in Nekoosa. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery.
Gary was born May 1, 1942 in Wisconsin Rapids to Richard and Esther (Field) Keyzer. He served in the United States Army. On February 5, 1976 he married Janet Shymanski in Marshfield.
He was employed by Georgia Pacific (Domtar) for 25 years until 1993. He was an avid pumpkin grower and helped to create the Nekoosa Giant Pumpkin Fest.
He was survived by his wife Janet and their three children Joseph (Michelle) Keyzer, Jessica (Jason) Keyzer, Zachary (Ashley) Keyzer and two children from his previous marriage Richard Keyzer and Lisa (Kevin) Coombs; by his grandchildren and great grandchildren; brothers Larry (Theresa) Keyzer and Rodney Keyzer and by his sister Deanna (Jack) Swanson.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, his son Joshua and his brother Gerald.
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Ralph Williamson
March 7, 2019
Our condolences and prayers are with you during these times. Rest in Peace Gary .
Ralph (Chuck) and Harriet (Phillips) Williamson
David Krehnke
March 6, 2019
Gary and I were close friends from our pre-kindergarten days until I moved away to Arizona for college. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to spend time at the Keyzer farm learning some basic farming skills, such as how to milk a cow and to team drive a tractor with Gary before either of our feet could reach the pedals. Gary steered and I worked the pedals to deliver the milk--which his dad had loaded on the backjust down the road to the Karberg dairy. We hunted squirrels before we were old enough to have hunting licenses on private property. We did some other crazy things through the years but always trying to stay out of trouble with my mother (the principal) and Arnie (the constable). We were not always successful.
My wife, Mollie, is a writer, so she particularly enjoyed the articles Gary wrote for the newspaper and felt that Janet understood, even though humor might have indicated otherwise. We both enjoyed learning about the growing of great pumpkins when we returned to Port Edwards for high school reunions.
Gary will be truly missed by Mollie and me.
Vali Sicurella
March 4, 2019
What I remember most about my Uncle Gary is he was someone who could light up the room the moment he walked in the door. He always had a million funny stories to tell. And, he was a father who fiercely loved and provided for his children. I will always be grateful to him for the love he showed my sweet beautiful Grandma. Our hearts go out to all the family and friends who loved him so much.
Vali (Swanson) Sicurella
Paula Esselman Cook
March 4, 2019
Gary was a great humanitarian. I will remember him fondly. Rest In Peace Gary and thank you for your service.
Duane & Cari (Swanson) Mandt
March 4, 2019
Diane & Cari (Swanson) Mandt
March 4, 2019
Sheri Reintjes
March 4, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We have the fondest memories of our nephew/cousin! Much love and may God bless. From Leon Carlson Family - Leon, Judy, Richard, Ron, Sheri and Randy.
Gary Sabo
March 3, 2019
My prayers go out to the Keyzer family. RIP Gary.
Steve & Vali (Swanson) Sicurella
Vali Sicurella
March 3, 2019
Deanna (Keyzer) Swanson
March 3, 2019
Memories of my Brother Gary, I will always remember.
HIs sense of humor. He could always make people laugh, including me.
HIs big heartedness, always willing to help others
A hard worker pulling 16 hour shifts to provide for his family.
Most of all a very caring son. He visited our Mother every day, sometimes
Twice, when she was in the nursing home for several years
When I last visited him in the nursing home, he said he had made many
Mistakes in life, but he hoped friends and family would forgive him.
I assured him they would and he could Rest In Peace. Deanna
Keyzer Family
March 3, 2019
Gail Phillips-Lasecke
March 3, 2019
Gary was our classmate at JEHS, the class of 1960 and without a doubt, he kept us all on our toes! He was always good for a joke, but he had a serious side as well, as you could tell from his many letters to the editor and other writings. He made our class reunions fun, and we will miss him. I have many stories to tell of our times with our friends while we were all growing up, from spiking watermelons in the neighbors gardens to running through mud holes in Roger Clark's car, packed full of kids with no windshield and holes in the floorboards. Skinny dipping out at Blueberry Ridge to getting caught on the dam with a flat tire and the Village cop's daughter with us. Never a dull moment with Gary around as many of us in the Class of '60 can attest! Rest in Peace, Gary!
Crystal Felch
March 3, 2019
Sorry for your loss. We loved all the articles he sent to the paper. The moped stories at the gas station. He will be missed one of kind. Crystal and Pnut Felch
janice blinder
March 3, 2019
My sincere condolences to you and your family, Janet.
at work
Douglas Searles
March 2, 2019
Dear Gary, Great Friend who endured JohnEdwardsHighSchool with me for a few years.
RIP Gary, you lived it full.........
Doug
at work
Douglas Searles
March 2, 2019
Sister of Gary
Deanna (Jack) Keyzer (Swanson)
March 2, 2019
At work
Douglas Searles
March 2, 2019
Gary and I were in the same class at JEHS port edwards, 1958-59. He's been a friend since that time. Even though I spent the last 40 years working all over the world, when I came back through Cranmoor, Gary and I would see each other. We had a lot of FUN together, he was a fun guy.
RIP my friend,
Douglas Searles
Bill Bredl
March 2, 2019
Gary's family
We are very sorry to hear about Gary passing.
Always enjoyed talking with him at Headin West years ago
Bill and Debbie
Jean Karpinski
March 2, 2019
Deanna, extending sympathy to you and your brothers, and to Gary's wife and children. Recalling our "tween years" and the memories make me smile.
I am sorry for your loss.
Jean (Levendoske) Karpinski
Fran Kostyn
March 2, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Lori Swanson Osley
March 1, 2019
Uncle GARY-you were a great son to grandma. Your devilish eye and smile is what I remember as a young girl.
Mom spoke about you frequently and always was concerned. May you have peace now: my sympathies to your children.
March 1, 2019
Sorry to hear about Gary. I remember him from grade school when his family and mine lived on Ver Bunker Avenue. Julie (Levendoske) Farrell
March 1, 2019
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dear husband Gary. He was one of the "good ole boys". May he be welcomed by the
heavenly pumkins! Fred and Joan Jesse
Kat Werner
March 1, 2019
I knew Gary for many years. I lost my dad two weeks ago and won't be home until later next week. Please know I would love to be there to pay my respects if I could. He was always out spoken. That's what I always liked about him. He called them as he saw them. RIP Gary. You will be missed!!! - Kat Werner (formerly Bonow)
Darlene (Campbell) Flatoff
March 1, 2019
Sorry for your loss. I went to school with Gary. Great times and memories.
Jerry & Mary Jo Sternitzky
March 1, 2019
Janet & family, sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He will be missed.
May he rest in peace.
Ed Larson
March 1, 2019
Sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many. Your classmate and friend.
March 1, 2019
RIP Brother Keyzer...we sure had some laughs. You will be missed by many.
~Rhonda Davis
March 1, 2019
Rod, so sorry to hear of the passing of your brother, we're sure he will be truly missed. Prayers for you and your family.
- Jon & Jeni Huser
March 1, 2019
Gary was a great humanitarian. I will remember him fondly. Rest In Peace Gary and thank you for your service.
Cindy H.
March 1, 2019
Janet and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My sympathy and prayers go out to all of you at this time.
Dan & Shawn Joling
March 1, 2019
Janet and Joe,
Our deepest and heartfelt condolences on Gary's passing. Was fortunate to have known him and enjoyed our conversations down at Terry's BP. May he now be free of all his earthly limitations and growing the biggest pumpkin ever!
Paula&Dean Hollenbeck
March 1, 2019
Joe, Sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Sandra Hartjes
March 1, 2019
So sorry for the loss of your husband, and best friend. May you find comfort in all the memories you shared. God bless!
Michelle Crist
February 28, 2019
Janet, I'm so sorry for your loss, and for your children's loss. I know that the lord will hold you close and help you through this difficult time. Please also know, you are in my thoughts and prayers and if there's anything you need. . .you don't even need to ask. I'm so very sorry.
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