Gerald Arendt V.

Gerald V. Arendt, age 73, of Nekoosa passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at Aspirus Riverview Hospital in Wisconsin Rapids surrounded by his family.
The public visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 7:00pm on Wednesday March 2 at Feldner-Ritchay Funeral Home in Nekoosa. There will be a private funeral service March 3. Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Nekoosa.
Gerald Valentine Arendt was born in Wisconsin Rapids on December 20, 1948 to Joseph and Katherine (Zieman) Arendt. He married the love of his life Patricia Wagner on June 28,1969 ( his dad's birthday) They were married for 52 years.
In 1967 ( right after graduating high school) he started at Nepco Paper Mill (later Great Northern Nekoosa, Georgia Pacific) and Domtar until present, as a paper machine shift manager having 54 years of service.
Gerald's family was the pride and joy of his life. He always spoiled his grandchildren, from babysitting them to following them in their activities, grandpa was their favorite toy. His favorite times were spent fishing with his two children and then grandchildren. The family deer hunting outings at his brother and sister in-laws' hobby farm were special to him, even going for one day this last November. He had a gentle and laid-back nature. He was there for anyone who needed help or encouragement in any way. First and foremost was to spend precious time with those he loved. (covid made this difficult)
Gerald is survived by wife Patricia, Son Scott (Michelle) Arendt, Nekoosa. Daughter Kathy (Andy) Becker, Milladore. Grandchildren Zachary, Marissa (Colton) and Lucas Arendt. Elizabeth, Emily and Elijah Becker. Brother David (Janet) Arendt, Nekoosa. Twin sister Judith (Michael) Lobner, Wisconsin Rapids. Brother-in -law Larry ( Donna) Wagner SR, and Sister in-law Peggy Bender.Special hunting buddies Scott, Zach, Lucas, Larry SR, Donna, Larry JR, MiKayla and Wyatt and the late David Allison. Also further survived by nieces, nephews and other family members.
He was preceded in death by his parents, mother and step father-in-law, father and step mother in-law, brother in-law Allen Bender, Niece Jennifer Wagner, and Nephew Kevin Arendt.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Aspirus Riverview Hospital for their exceptional care given to Gerald and our family. A special thank you is given to May (RN) for her help, individual attention and special care for Gerald on his last day.
Feldner/Ritchay Funeral Home in Nekoosa is assisting the family with arrangements.