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Wayne Esser Obituary
Nekoosa, WI - Wayne Esser, age 64 of 2138 Kimball Avenue, Nekoosa, WI died Saturday, November 3, 2018 at his home, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Memorial Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Christian Life Fellowship in Port Edwards, WI. Pastor Jeff O'Connor will officiate. Visitation will be held at the Church on Thursday from 9:00 - 11:00 AM. Military rites will be provided by the Nekoosa VFW Post #5960.
Wayne was born September 28, 1954 in Wisconsin Rapids to the late Edwin and Lavina (Mertes) Esser. He married Kathleen Casper on May 17, 1974 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nekoosa. Wayne served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1974 to 1976. He was employed by Domtar in Nekoosa for 41+ years, retiring February 1, 2018.
Wayne enjoyed hunting, camping, fishing, enjoyed drinking coffee, joking with everyone and especially spending time with his family and friends. Wayne was very patriotic and enjoyed supporting all branches of law enforcement.
Wayne is survived by his wife Kathleen Esser of Nekoosa, WI, children: Jessica (Rob) Williams of Brancroft, WI, Jeremy (Danae) Esser of Port Edwards, WI, Josh Esser of Nekoosa, WI, Jenny Esser of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, Nikki Houghton of Milwaukee, WI, TJ Esser of Nekoosa, WI, Kerry Esser of Nekoosa, WI, 11 grandchildren: Dylan, Kellie, Terri, Kalena, Devon, Elaina, Triston, Terrion, Mason, Ona, Tobias, brother Roger (Beth) Esser of Cottonville, WI, Sister Marge Meddaugh of Wisconsin Rapids, WI, many nieces and nephews, mother-in-law Rita Plowman of Port Edwards, WI, brother-in-law Jeff (Michelle) Casper of Waupun, WI, sister-in-laws: Roxie (Jeff) McDonald of Nekoosa, WI, Sallie Esser of Nekoosa, WI, Joyce Esser of Green Bay, WI and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, son Joshua James Esser, brothers: Donald Esser and Terry Esser, sister Joanne Sarver, father-in-laws: Thomas Casper and Darrell Plowman, brother-in-laws: Roger Meddaugh and Roy Sarver.
Memorials may be designated to The Beyond Initiative at Christian Life Fellowship.
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Cari Reiss/Lindsley
November 8, 2018
Kathy, You and the family have my deepest condolences for the loss of a husband, father, friend. May God give you comfort and peace.
November 7, 2018
To the family, please accept my deepest condolences. May all find strength and rest from Almighty God during this time.
P.B.
Patrick Bartlett
November 6, 2018
I'll miss Wayne's quick Witt and his love of his Family and his Lord. I hope all of your fond memories help you and your family's time of grief.
Toni Crosby
November 6, 2018
I sure will miss his laugh and smile---
Praying for all of you in this difficult time--
Very sorry for your loss-- God gained a great angel.
Hugs to you!
November 6, 2018
Kathleen very sorry for your loss. You are in My prayers! Sandy krause(younkers friend)
Greg Kuhnke
November 6, 2018
A sadness is felt in many hearts with the loss of a great man like Wayne. Prayers for Kathy and family for strength from god to help easy the heart ache.
Oh that smile, that great laugh, of a confident man. Wayne was always there when called upon. Elbow to elbow, blow for blow, get the job done right kind of friend. Of course, always looking forward to getting the work done to joke, laugh, relax and enjoy what life had to offer.
So thankful that you called me your friend.
Rest in peace my good friend.
Greg
Larry & Evelyn Johnston
November 6, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss.. Praying for his Comfort & His Peace. Hold your memories close
Randy,susan( Barth) Falkosky
November 6, 2018
Oh, to see him now in the presence of the Lord!!!
Many good memories from the youth group to softball. What a wonderful man he was!!!
God bless your family now Wayne.
John Flugaur
November 5, 2018
You always brought a smile wherever you went. Lots of fond memories. Rest in PEACE Bra e Soldier.
Colleen Wilson
November 5, 2018
So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. Sending prayers to his family.
Cheryl Blankenship
November 5, 2018
Wayne was such a fun guy who always kept things lively in the choir back in the day when I attended CLF. I'm thinking he's already established his place in the heavenly choir. Praying for you Kat and family. ❤
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