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Joseph M. Crabb, age 87, of Wisconsin Rapids, WI died Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Riverview Hospital, Wisconsin Rapids, WI.
Funeral Services are 12:00 Noon Friday, November 21, 2014 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Rev. Jim Altman will officiate. Visitation will be at Saints Peter & Paul Church on Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of services. Burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park. Ritchay Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids, WI is assisting the family. Online condolences can be sent to ritchayfuenralhome.com.
Joe was born March 11, 1927 in Pittsville, WI to Philip and Antonette (Kersten) Crabb. He married Edith M. Knapp on December 11, 1947 in Oberstdorf, Germany. She died November 19, 2006. Joe was employed at Consolidated Papers Inc. for 41 years retiring in May 1989 as a cutter operator. Joe was a faithful part time employee at Higgins Funeral Home for 54 years. He served in the U.S. Army from April 1946 until March 1949.
Joe was a member of the Knights of Columbus- Council #1558 of Wisconsin Rapids. Joe enjoyed working in his woodworking shop creating gifts that were enjoyed by children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved watching and attending his grandchildren and great grandchildren activities. Because of his mechanical talents, the family came to him as Mr. Fix-It, the guy who had all the parts to fix it.
Joe is survived by four daughters, Rosemarie (Thomas) Loock of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Joanne Crapisi of Chippewa Falls, WI, Darlene (Ronald) King of Wisconsin Rapids, WI and Jacklynn (Greg) Sullivan of Wisconsin Rapids, WI; two sons, Michael (Katie) Crabb of New Berlin, WI and Mark (Jill) Crabb of Warner Robins, GA; grandchildren, Michelle (Eric) Eswein, Ryan (Heather) Loock, Jennifer (Chris) Thompson, Andrea (Jon) Simon, Nikki (Murray) Woods, Heather (Josh) Egerer, Robert (Tanya) Braun, Alexis (Kenny) Braun, David Crabb, Emily Crabb and Scott Crabb; great grandchildren, Collin, Ellie, Paige, Lily, Amber, Jacoby, Meredith, Evan, Jack, Zoe, Ava, Tressa and Tyler; and friend, Karen. Joe is also survived by several nieces and nephews whom enjoyed his calls and visits.
Joe was preceded in death by his adored wife, Edith, his parents, brothers, Matt, Lawrence, Norbert, John, Martin and Edward and grandson, Nicholas Crabb.
In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in Joe's name at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Crabb
November 25, 2014
so sorry to hear of the passing of Joe he will be missed by so many but is now with EDITH.
WITH love Nate and Jean
Todd Sowatzke
November 22, 2014
Mike and family, so sorry to hear about your Dad! I guess I didn't remember Edith passing away either. Her and my Grandma worked together at Church's Drugs! My condolences!!
Sheri Nabbefeldt-Cox
November 21, 2014
Darlene and All the Crabb family, my deepest sympathy to you all. My thoughts are with you. Your parents were super.
Harry & Karen Cain
November 21, 2014
Darlene and family...You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Harry and Karen
November 20, 2014
Dear Crabb Family, my deepest sympathy for your loss. Prayers
Are being sent your way.
Char Harrison
Jean Irwin
November 20, 2014
Jackie and family, Thinking of you at this time and extending heartfelt sympathy. I always enjoyed visiting with your dad and mom.
Linda Petta Wadley
November 20, 2014
Dear Crabb Family,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He was a great guy who brought alot of joy to your family and everyone. I know he and your Mom are holding hands in heave. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Love, Linda Petta Wadley
November 20, 2014
Please accept our deepest sympathy for the whole family. We knew Joe & Edith during the 40 years we lived in Wisconsin Rapids before we moved to Waunakee. God Bless You All!
Deacon Norb & Marian Brunner
Mary Kay & Len Nordman
November 20, 2014
Jackie & Greg, Rob & Tanya, Alexis & Kenny and the entire Crabb family, our heartfelt condolences go out to you at this time and in the days that follow.
Mary Molski
November 20, 2014
My Deepest Sympathy for your loss. Joe was a great guy to work with and know. I enjoyed his stories, and sense of humor, and will miss him greatly. He will be deeply missed.
Danny Pixler
November 20, 2014
Condolences to the Crabb family on the loss of Joe. He was a good man and a great neighbor. There was always fun and family at Joe and Ediths.
Karen Marcoux
November 20, 2014
So sorry for your loss..Joe was a wonderful man and will be deeply missed. Karen, CNA..Wis. Rapids Nursing & Rehab
Sherri and Daniel Foth
November 20, 2014
Darlene and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jaime Linzmeier
November 20, 2014
Jackie, Robert and Tanya, family, and friends of Joe, I am very very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you all. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Sending hugs!!
Jaime
RLI
November 20, 2014
JACKIE-- I AM SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER......CHERISH THE MEMORIES.
EMILY ANDRES
November 20, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts.
Tom and Linda Wolosek
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