Jerome John Brezinski

Jerome John Brezinski, “Jerry”, passed away peacefully at home, with his family at his side, on Feb. 28, 2023. Jerry was a lifelong resident of Marinette, WI who proudly served in the United States Air Force. Upon returning to Marinette, he started a family business in 1956 which exists today. Travelling extensively Jerry developed many friendships far and near. Through his love of God, family and country, Jerry lived his life in his own way.

He will be sadly missed by his wife, Katy Brezinski; daughters, Pamela J. Lappen (John), Cynthia J. Wenzel (John); and son, Jerome J. Brezinski ll, “Jay”; along with granddaughters, Melissa J. Schacherer (Randy), Dr. Caitlin J. Wenzel ;and great granddaughter, Grace J. Schacherer.

Jerry will be remembered as a loving husband and father with an insightful sense of humor, tireless commitment to his work and to the many, many lives he touched throughout his career.

Visitation will be held at Thielen Funeral Home on Sunday, March 5th from 1-3 pm. Funeral Service will be held at 3 pm with Deacon Steve Gretzinger officiating. Burial will be in Forest Home Cemetery.

Jerry had a lifelong love and appreciation for animals. In lieu of flowers, please remember Jerry by donating to the: Menominee Animal Shelter (Earmark donations: “In Memory of Jerry Brezinski”), P.O. Box 673, N184 Haggerson Court, Menominee, MI 49858 https://www.mashelter.org.