Born to Eternal Life on Wednesday. November 2, 2022, age 91 Years. Beloved husband for 66 years of the late Dolores. Loving father of Cathy (Jerry) Wendt and Christine (Ken) Basta. Cherished grandpa to Heather Wendt, Kelly (Dan) Stutzman, Brianna (Tyler) Shernell and Ben (Trina) Basta. Treasured great-grandpa of Adam and Matthew Stutzmann, and Leonardo Shernell. Further survived by nieces, nephews and family friends.

Visitation on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, 9:00-11:00 AM at Divine Mercy Parish, 800 Marquette Ave, South Milwaukee. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Rev. Timothy Kitzke, Celebrant. Interment to follow at Holy Sepulcher Cemetery. If desired, memorials for masses or to Common Defense are appreciated.

A special thank you to the staff at 9C North at the Clement J. Zablocki V.A. Hospital for your compassionate care.