Gary J. Stokdyk, 65, Hingham, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 10, 2024, at St. Nicholas Hospital. He was greeted by several loving arms of family and friends in heaven.
Gary was born October 15, 1959, in Sheboygan, the son of Earl and Marilyn (Jensema) Stokdyk. He attended Sheboygan Falls School District, graduating in 1978. Gary went on to work at Bemis Manufacturing for 46 years where he demonstrated a strong work ethic and morals. He retired on November 1, 2024, and was looking forward to extra time to spend with him family and friends.
A member of 5 Corners Snowmobile Club, Gary enjoyed snowmobiling, hunting, shooting darts, and above all time spent with family and friends. He was a caring and devoted father and grandfather.
Gary is survived by his daughter Krystal Stokdyk of Hingham and son Travis Stokdyk of Fond du Lac; grandchildren Troy, Rebecca, Brandi and Klayton; sisters Deborah DeRuyter of Hingham, Joan (Mike) Hintz of Waldo and Brenda (David) Hartman of Sheboygan; brother Robert (Elizabeth) Stokdyk of Cascade; nieces Laura, Amanda, Alyssa, Kassi and Rachel; aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and other relatives.
A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00PM on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Wenig Funeral Home, 108 Center Ave. in Oostburg. Pastor Steve Bakker will officiate. All are welcome to view a livestream of the service on Gary’s obituary page at www.wenigfh.com. The family will receive visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 3:00-6:00PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested in Gary’s name.
Wenig Funeral Home – Oostburg (920-564-2771) is assisting the family. Please visit www.wenigfh.com for online condolences.
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