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Michael Joswiak Obituary
Michael J. Joswiak, 59, Weston, died Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Ministry St. Clare's Hospital, Weston. Michael was born July 13, 1953 to Alfred and Genevieve (Kamanick) Joswiak in Wausau. He married Sheila Horihan on September 20, 1980 in LaCrosse.
Michael was a graduate of Edgar High School. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion, Alois Dreikosen Post, #469, Marathon. He was employed at Hoffer's and Auto Glass Center. Mike loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing, hunting, hockey and football. He was an active member of the Saint Agnes Parish, Weston. He was an avid follower of all the D.C. Everest High School activities that his children were involved in.
Survivors include his wife Sheila; his son Samuel Joswiak, Stevens Point; two daughters, Alyce (Paul) Heinzen, Eau Claire and Anna (Christopher) Long; granddaughter, Isabella Long; his father and mother, Alfred "Buddy" and Genevieve Joswiak, Marathon; five brothers, David (Cathy) Joswiak, Wausau, Steven (Donna) Joswiak, Bois D'arc, Missouri, Russ (Lisa) Joswiak, Chatham, Illinois, Andrew (Andrea) Joswiak, Merrill and Peter (Jill) Joswiak, Madison; and one sister, Joan (Dean) Bluske, Onalaska.
He was preceded in death by his infant son, Benjamin.
Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 22, 2013 at Saint Agnes Catholic Church, 6101 Zinser Avenue, Weston. The Rev. Roy Witucki will celebrate. Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, at the Brainard Funeral Home-Everest Chapel, 5712 Memorial Court, Weston and again from 9:30 a.m. until the time of services at the church on Friday. Veteran honors will be given by the American Legion Alois Dreikosen, Post 469, Marathon.
Online condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com
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for Michael Joswiak
March 31, 2013
Dear Sheila, Sam, Alyce, Anna, Buddy and Ginny,
Our heartfelt thoughts, deepest sympathy and many prayers go out to all of you at this extremely difficult time. We didn't have the good fortune to know Michael, but I'm sure he was a wonderful man, devoted husband, adoring father and grandfather.
My father, Frank Joswick, and Michael's paternal grandfather, Tony Joswiak were brothers. I have many treasured memories of extra special family get-togethers with Uncle Tony and Aunt Agnes, cousins Buddy, John, Ray and Rosanne when I was a little girl.
May God bless all of you! oxox
Love, Charlene Joswick Machi, Husband Tom and son Michael
Brookfield, Wi.
Rosemarie Palmer
March 29, 2013
My deepest sympathies to his family, and especially to his father, Buddy, who is my cousin. I am so sorry for your sudden loss. Prayers go out to all of you -- may your memories sustain you during your time of grief.
Karen Spoehr
March 28, 2013
Sheila, I am sorry to hear about Mike. But know that he is in heaven and is watching after you from there.
Mary Ferron
March 25, 2013
Shelia & Family, May you find peace in this difficult time, the wound will never heal but the love of family, the joy of memeories and the comfort of the Lord can bring easement to the pain. -Mary (Charlotte Seefeldt's daughter)
Cathy Bolin
March 24, 2013
To the Joswiak family,
Sorry for your sudden loss. Embrace this time of reflection and transition with family and friends. Micheal sounds like he had touched so many lives in a positive way. May Peace and Grace comfort you during this heartfelt time.
John and Irene Soczka
March 21, 2013
To the Joswiak family;
Our deepest Sympathy in the loss of Michael. Our thoughts and prayers in your time of sorrow. May your sadness soon be replaced with wonderful memories. Gods blessings to you all.
Julie Faulkner
March 21, 2013
Dear Anna and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about your father's sudden calling to heaven. I know that while you will miss him terribly here on earth, you will find that he is always a part of you and God's gift of memories is a true blessing.
As you say goodbye to your dad, we rejoice with the heavenly saints who greeted him with a joyful welcome as he entered into his heavenly home. And, he will be there to greet you one day with open arms and a happy heart.
Please know that we are sharing in your sorrow and lifting you up in prayer. May you feel God's comfort and grace all around you.
The 4K class sends you 21 hugs!
Julie Faulkner & family
Tom and Jean Weaver
March 21, 2013
Please accept our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one.
Marge Snippen
March 21, 2013
Sheila and family, So sorry for your loss. I was so shocked to hear of his death since we talked about the weather and how the temperature was not good for maple syrup making after Mass Saturday night. I will never forget that conversation. One never knows when they will be called home. Our sympathy to you and your family.
pam hunt
March 21, 2013
Dear Sheila and family-
I remember meeting you at Jill and Pete's wedding! I have heard your name mentioned many times over the last 20 years and Pete loved Mike coming to watch the boys play hockey when they were in the area. My sincere condolences on this sudden loss. May you be comforted with the great memories and Mike's faith in Jesus Christ.
Nancy Brown
March 21, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Mike's death. I worked with him at Hoffers, for awhile in the auto glass department, where he had a lot of patience with me. With Sympathy.
March 20, 2013
Hi Sheila and family- I heard of Mike's death just yesterday and wanted to send my sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you. I hope you find some peace and acceptance in the coming weeks and months from the emptiness you must be feeling. All my love,
Cousin Jody (Joswiak) Frazier
Audrey Frederick
March 20, 2013
Sheila, Our prayers are with you , may God help you and your family in this difficult time. God Bless
Mary and Laurence Brocka
March 20, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. We just heard today and were truly shocked. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Joe and Mary Schaefer
March 20, 2013
Sheila and family, our sincere sympathies on Mike's passing. We always go thru life thinking our loved ones will always be there and it's very hard to accept them being gone. Remember the good times - they will carry you thru the next few days, weeks and month.
Mary Maly
March 20, 2013
Dear Shelia,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family, my prayers are with you. I'm going to miss Mike and our many conversations on religion - he certainly was a man of deep and profound faith. I think of all the young people he shared his faith with over the years, he was truly a blessing from God. I will miss him.
Love and Prayers,
Mary
Jean Krueger
March 20, 2013
Shelia
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jeanie Krueger
Judy (Werner) Weber
March 20, 2013
So sorry to hear the passing of yet another classmate. My sympathy to the family.
Pete Joswiak
March 20, 2013
Mike, you were a very special brother. You've always been there for me and an avid supporter of my kids. I will miss you alot. Rest in peace with Ben.
Love,
Pete
Lou Anne (Miller) Lemmer
March 20, 2013
I was a high school classmate of Mike's. I probably haven't seen him since. I remember him to be a very kind, gentle and caring person. He was too young to be called home, but there is a reason for everything. You all have my deepest sympathy and prayers.
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