Hyman Barg

Hyman I. Barg, 87, of Rothschild, passed away at home on Saturday, August 22, 2015, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services. He was born at home on August 13, 1928, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Max and Dora (Levy) Barg. Hyman grew up in Cincinnati and attended Avondale Elementary School. He furthered his education while serving in the 101st Airborne of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married Jeanette Weissman on August 5, 1951, in Cincinnati. Hyman worked making Matzah, as a T.V./Radio repairman, and eventually retired after 30 plus years with Kroger in Cincinnati.

Hyman was a very active and athletic person and he especially had a passion for baseball. While in his youth he played with the McCracken All Stars as the only white player on the team. He was scouted by the New York Yankees, Chicago, and Cincinnati. Hyman continued his love of baseball with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren watching games together. He also enjoyed gymnastics, boxing, swimming, horseback riding, and watching horse racing, especially the Kentucky Derby.

Survivors include his children, Marci Zemke, Robbin Snelbaker, and Sandra Zemke; grandchildren, Rachel Bartels, Karin Zemke, Joshua Zemke, Krystle Zemke, and Evan Zemke; and great-grandchildren, Alyssa (Kressel) Vander Koy, Ciarra Kressel, Aaliyah Zemke, and Christopher Zemke.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette; and parents, Max and Dora.

A graveside service will be at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2015, at Wausau Hebrew Cemetery with Rabbi Dan Danson officiating. Military honors will be provided by V.F.W. Burns Post #388.

You may sign the family guestbook at www.helke.com.