1945
Roger
2016
Roger Poeske
February 19, 1945 — December 10, 2016
Roger Donald Poeske, 71, died Saturday, December 10, 2016 at his home with his loving family by his side under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.
Roger was born February 19, 1945 in Green Bay to Lamoine (Johnson) and the late Arnold Poeske. The family moved to Wausau when he was 5 years old and Roger graduated from Wausau High School. Roger met the love of his life, Coreen Ann Schmidt, when they were teenagers and married on November 20, 1965 at First English Lutheran Church. The couple was blessed with three children: Heath, Jason, and Jennifer. Roger worked for Wausau Metals for 36 years, retiring in 2005 as a Draftsman.
Roger was a good husband, father, and grandfather with a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit. He treasured the time spent camping and at the cottage, rarely if ever catching fish, but always enjoying the time there with family. Over the years there were several family car trips. Across the country to Texas visiting family, to Yellowstone, and to Florida visiting Disney World. Roger was always a very social person and in his retired years he enjoyed getting together with his retired coworkers. Throughout his life, Roger was a faithful supporter and fan of all Wisconsin sports; Badgers, Packers, and Brewers.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife, Coreen, of 51 years; children, Heath (Missy) Poeske, Jason (Leslie) Poeske and Jennifer (Nick) Halsey; grandchildren, Brenna Jo, Samantha, Ian, and Raven; mother, Lamoine Poeske; and extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Dale and Marshall.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church, 3200 N Rib Mountain Drive, Wausau. Pastor Craig Swenson will be officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until the time of service on Friday at the church. Helke Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements; you may sign our family guestbook at helke.com.
A heartfelt word of thanks and appreciation goes to the nurses and staff of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice for their compassion. Also, to the pastors and congregation of Saint Andrew Lutheran Church for their years of kindness and fellowship.
Roger was born February 19, 1945 in Green Bay to Lamoine (Johnson) and the late Arnold Poeske. The family moved to Wausau when he was 5 years old and Roger graduated from Wausau High School. Roger met the love of his life, Coreen Ann Schmidt, when they were teenagers and married on November 20, 1965 at First English Lutheran Church. The couple was blessed with three children: Heath, Jason, and Jennifer. Roger worked for Wausau Metals for 36 years, retiring in 2005 as a Draftsman.
Roger was a good husband, father, and grandfather with a wonderful sense of humor and quick wit. He treasured the time spent camping and at the cottage, rarely if ever catching fish, but always enjoying the time there with family. Over the years there were several family car trips. Across the country to Texas visiting family, to Yellowstone, and to Florida visiting Disney World. Roger was always a very social person and in his retired years he enjoyed getting together with his retired coworkers. Throughout his life, Roger was a faithful supporter and fan of all Wisconsin sports; Badgers, Packers, and Brewers.
Roger is survived by his beloved wife, Coreen, of 51 years; children, Heath (Missy) Poeske, Jason (Leslie) Poeske and Jennifer (Nick) Halsey; grandchildren, Brenna Jo, Samantha, Ian, and Raven; mother, Lamoine Poeske; and extended family and friends. He is preceded in death by his brothers, Dale and Marshall.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, December 16, 2016 at Saint Andrew Lutheran Church, 3200 N Rib Mountain Drive, Wausau. Pastor Craig Swenson will be officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until the time of service on Friday at the church. Helke Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements; you may sign our family guestbook at helke.com.
A heartfelt word of thanks and appreciation goes to the nurses and staff of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice for their compassion. Also, to the pastors and congregation of Saint Andrew Lutheran Church for their years of kindness and fellowship.
Visitation
St. Andrew Lutheran Church3200 North Mountain Road
Wausau, WI 54401
Friday, December 16, 2016
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Service
St. Andrew Lutheran Church3200 North Mountain Road
Wausau, WI 54401
Friday, December 16, 2016
11:00 AM
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