Justyn Robert Nowitzke

Justyn Robert Nowitzke obituary, Wausau, WI

Justyn Robert Nowitzke

Justyn Nowitzke Obituary

Visit the Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service website to view the full obituary.

Justyn Robert Nowitzke, age 34, of Wausau passed away on August 21, 2025.  

Justyn was born on February 17, 1991  in Merrill, WI to father, Robert Nowitzke Jr. and Tracey Dittmar.

He grew up in Merrill and was raised in Wausau where Justyn graduated from Wausau West High School in the class of 2009. Justyn went on to be a cook which he enjoyed as well as the company and friends he made while working. Justyn had a huge heart and would help anybody with anything. Justyn cherished being an Uncle and spending time with his Niece and Nephews. Justyn liked to buy and sell collectibles. Pokémon, One Piece, Old Coins as well as video games. Gaming with his Sister, Nephews Ashton and Camden, Nieces Amelia and Cousins Jake and Cody(and Father).

Justyn was preceded in death by his Brother, Brandon Polacek, and his Grandfathers, Robert Nowitzke Sr and Jerry Dittmar.

Is survived by his GrandParents Jane Nowitzke, Dorothy/Rodney Grawien Father Robert Nowitzke Jr, Mother Tracey Dittmar, Sisters Alexandra Nowitzke and Marley Cotey, Aunts Robin Nowitzke, Christy Richard, Becky(Chad) Weinkauf and Katie Foreman, Uncle William Nowitzke. As well as all of his many Cousins and their many children.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

He will be deeply missed by every who's lives he touched.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service

302 Spruce St, Wausau, WI 54401

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