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Daniel Lepak Obituary
Daniel C. Lepak, 86, Rib Mountain, died Tuesday April 9, 2013 at home, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
He was born October 10, 1926, in Marathon, son of the late John and Constance (Busko) Lepak. On June 29, 1948, he married Marie Carr in Marathon. She preceded him in death February 16, 1967. On August 25, 1973, he married Mary Szymanski-Oleszczuk at St. Michael Catholic Church, Wausau. She preceded him in death April 22, 2003.
He was a veteran of the US Marines, having received the Purple Heart commendation. Prior to his retirement, Dan had been employed as a lineman with Wisconsin Public Service Corporation and also farmed in the town of Rib Mountain. Dan was a member of the Knights of Columbus, George Schreier Council No. 1069, Wausau and also enjoyed playing cards, bowling and planting sweet corn. He truly enjoyed watching and analyzing the stock market and investments.
Survivors include 11 children, Daniel (Sheri) Lepak, Wausau, Gail (Keith) Lawrence, Wausau, Connie (Dennis) Janssen, Wausau, Bonnie Roeder, Wausau, Sue (Dennis) Bedish, Eagle River, Ronald (Fiance', Gayle) Lepak, Wausau, Patrice (Charles) Janssen, Wausau, Nancy (Donald) Hall, Wausau, Roger Lepak, Wausau, Mary Beth Smith, Ware Schoals, SC, Kathleen Lepak, Neenah, 25 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, five step-children, Patti (Steven Akey)Linehan, Wausau, Cathy (Bill) Wasmund, Wausau, Bruce (Penny) Oleszczuk, Beaverton, Ore., Mary Jo Leitermann, Milwaukee, Tim (Gayle) Oleszczuk, Milwaukee, four siblings, John Roland (Julie) Lepak, Calif., Betty Jansen, Wausau, Cyril (Patricia) Lepak, Cumberland, Rueben (Pat) Lepak, Marathon, brother and sisters-in-law, Rev. Eugene Hornung, Marathon, Catherine Lepak, West Bend, Jackie Lepak, Calif.
Besides his parents and wives, he was preceded in death by two sons, James and Steven Lepak, two sons-in-law, Randal Roeder and Thomas Smith, two sisters, Julia Lang and Delores Hornung and two brothers, Norbert and Mark Lepak.
The funeral mass will be celebrated at Noon Monday April 15, 2013 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Wausau. Rev. Robert Thorn will preside. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery, Marathon, where full military honors will be conducted by members of the American Legion - Alois Dreikosen Post No. 469, Marathon. Friends may call on Sunday from 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 3400 Stewart Avenue, Wausau and again on Monday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services at the church. There will be a parish vigil service Sunday 4:00 p.m. at the Stewart Avenue funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com
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Allan J. Mortenson
April 6, 2021
Dan and I were in Platoon 341 at Marine Recruit Depot, San Diego, California in 1944. He served his country and was a responsible citizen.
He was my friend.
Allan Mortenson
April 6, 2020
Daniel was in Marine boot Camp = Platoon 341 - at San Diego in early 1944. He followed his service years with
Wisconsin Public Serve as a lineman. He was a responsible and caring citizen and father. Semper Fi,
Allan Mortenson
April 6, 2019
I shared time with Daniel as a Marine back in 1944 at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, San Diego. He was a short, quiet
recruit. Easy to get on with and a good Marine. Per Mare Per Terram. Allan J. Mortenson - Ripon
April 16, 2013
Our deepest sympathy Marian (lepak) and Red Brunson. A great american,veteran, and family man. He and his family are in our prayers. Sorry we can't come. In az.
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Bev Schmidt
April 16, 2013
Gail, Keith, Rhonda & family ...
Our Deepest Sympathy on the loss of your father & grandfather
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TOM & BARB LONSDORF
April 16, 2013
SUPER NICE GUY. OUR PLEASURE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM.
April 14, 2013
Sorry for your loss.
Fran and Mark Krause
April 14, 2013
Mark and I are sorry to hear about Dan. It will make for an empty place at the table.
fran Krause
April 14, 2013
Mark and I are sorry to hear about Dan. It will make for an empty place at the table.
Pam and Jon Koch
April 14, 2013
Gail and family,
We're sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Hold the happy memories close at this difficult time.
Carol Venske
April 13, 2013
Dan, Sheri & Family, my thoughts & prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
Lila Rajek
April 13, 2013
Bonnie and Family,
My sympathy at the passing of your Dad. You will be in my prayers.
Gordon lowe
April 12, 2013
bonnie sorry to hear of the loss of your father
Ann Smallish
April 12, 2013
Sorry to hear of Daniel's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all the Lepak's
April 12, 2013
Dan, Sheri and Family,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to all of you.
Vicki & Josh
LINDA BUSKO PAUZA
April 12, 2013
DANNY'S IN HIS GLORY NOW....BACK WITH MARIE AGAIN. MY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL YOU KIDS.
April 12, 2013
It was many years ago, but Dan and I were
in the same platoon at Boot Camp, in San
Diego. We went on in different units in
combat. He was a good Marine.
Sgt. Allan J. Mortenson, USMCR
April 12, 2013
It was many years ago, but Daniel and I
were in the same Boot Camp platoon at
San Diego in the Marines. Combat duty
followed. He was a good Marine.
Sgt. Allan J. Mortenson USMCR
Jayne (Burk) Dombrowski
April 12, 2013
Patty, Nancy & Roger, So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember him as being a wonderful father with a very kind soul. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
Jayne (Burk) Dombrowski
April 12, 2013
Patti, Nancy & Roger, So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I remember him as being a wonderful man with a very kind soul. Prayers are with you and your familys at this difficult time.
Erika (and Ray) White
April 12, 2013
Dan & Shari, you have our deepest sympathy, Dan was a wonderful, caring man.
Matt & Jamie Nass
April 12, 2013
Dan, Sheri and family - We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.
Love, Matt & Jamie
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