Gary F Waege

Gary F Waege obituary, Tomah, WI

Gary F Waege

Gary Waege Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home - Tomah on Jun. 1, 2023.

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Gary F. Waege, 74 of Tomah, died away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at his home. He was born on March 28, 1949, to Frederick and Deloris (Becher) Waege in Sparta, WI. He was a member of the Tomah High School Graduating Class of 1967. In 1976, Gary was united in marriage to Susan McClelland. Gary lived his whole life on the family farm and was as hard-working as they come. From sunup to sundown, Gary was out there working. He was an avid Packer Fan. He will be sadly missed by those that loved him.
He is survived by his wife, Sue of Tomah, sons, Brent and Jason (Ashley) all of Tomah, granddaughter, Emmalynn, brother, Todd (T.J.), brother-in-law, Gary (significant other, Eko) Granbury, Texas, sisters-in-law, Mary (Darrell) Purpus of Tomah and Cheryl (Doug) Schuster of Tomah, nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his mother-in-law and father-in-law.
According to his wishes a private family service will be held. Sonnenburg Family Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements.
Online condolences can be offered by visiting www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com

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