"Grandpa John - Kelsey, Erin and I took a kitten with all of the trimmings to her new home. Grandpa John was so upset he left the house to go for a walk. When he came back, per Grandma Jane, that kitten was all over him, climbing on his neck and he became her ?person?. "
In loving memory of
John J Wojtasiak
April 27, 1930 - February 19, 2022
John Joseph Wojtasiak, of Antigo, died Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was 91 years old. He was born on April 27, 1930, in Antigo, a son of Joseph and Ila (Skeel) Wojtasiak. He married Jane Krall on August 18, 1956, at St. Hyacinth Catholic Church.
He attended St. John Grade School and graduated from Antigo High School in 1948.
John was employed at Peoples Bank in Antigo for over 40 years. He also worked with his father at Joe's Tap.
He was an avid Green Bay Packers, New York Yankees, Boston Celtics, and Chicago Cubs fan.
John was a very proud father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. Later in life, he enjoyed gardening, cutting wood, and playing cards with a group of friends at BB Jack's.
Survivors include his wife Jane; four children, Jan (Roger) Rustad of Wisconsin Rapids, Connie Wojtasiak of Wausau, Joe (Pam) Wojtasiak of Wausau, and Terri (Pat) McNamara of New Richmond; five grandchildren, Kristine and Susie Rustad, Mandy Besemer, Kelsey McCardle, and Erin Jenkins; three great-grandchildren, Connor Tredinnick, Johanna Nieforth and Lucas Leung; and a great-great-granddaughter, Amelia Tredinnick.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Rosemary (George) Koch.
A private funeral Mass will be held at SS Mary & Hyacinth Catholic Church and entombment will be at Queen of Peace Cemetery in Antigo.
Memorials may be directed to Langlade County Humane Society, 2204 Clermont Street, Antigo, WI 54409.
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"Jane and family, my heart is broken to see that John has now passed on, too. Our deepest condolences. So many memories of my dad working with John for so many years at the bank, but the best remembrances for me are the family gatherings in each other?s homes, especially around the Christmas trees! Returning to Antigo to visit, I never failed to try to see or at least talk to you and John, Jane, as you were and always will be part of my heart. John is now with the Lord and we will meet again! May your faith, family, and friends bring you comfort as you cherish so many fond memories! Love and prayers to you all, ????? Valerie and Bob "