Thomas Eugene Gursky Jr.'s Obituary
Racine-Thomas Eugene Gursky Jr., 66, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 17, 2023.
Thomas was born to Thomas Sr. and Shirley (nee Reeser) Gursky on December 19, 1956, in Racine. He received his GED from Gateway Technical College and then continued his education for auto mechanic certification.
Thomas enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1974. After his service in the Air Force, he worked at Western Publishing and Putzmeister in Racine. Thomas was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers. He enjoyed fishing, shooting pool, and playing video games. Thomas was a collector of stamps, coins, and knives. At one point, he was an Eagle Scout and a Boy Scout troop leader. He was the life of the party, always making jokes and making everyone laugh.
Thomas will be deeply missed by his loving children, Barb (Frank) Helding, Melissa (Jeremy) Rediske, Teri Sharp (Gary Roberts), and Brett Gursky (Erika Walquist); grandchildren: Cori, Savannah, Peyton, Preston, Madison, Thomas, Emma, Ava, Warren, and Jael; mother, Shirley Gursky; siblings: Sherri (Allan) Skinner, Brian (Maricel) Gursky, Allan Gursky, Mark (Sue) Gursky, and Christine Gursky; former wife, Mary Gursky; along with nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Thomas is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Gursky Sr.; grandson, Dyllan; father-in-law, Edward Lindgren; son-in-law, Aragon Sharp; and his beloved dog, Miley.
Funeral services for Thomas will be held at the Wilson Funeral Home on Friday, August 25, 2023, at 3:00 P.M. Family and friends are invited to a time at visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 1:00 P.M. until the time of services. Memorials in Thomas’ name may be directed to his family.
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