Russell L. Fink, 57, of Sheboygan Falls (Howards Grove) WI, passed away on Monday, December 6,
2021. After several months of declining health, Rusty passed away peacefully at Sharon S.
Richardson Community Hospice with his loving wife Lori by his side.
He was born in Sheboygan, WI on June 3, 1964, to Margene (Grunewald) and the late Leroy Fink.
In 1982, Rusty graduated from Howards Grove High School. During high school he worked at
Randy’s Autobody in Franklin and a local mink ranch. After high school he bartended at Starlight
Lanes in Howards Grove until he started at Kohler Company for which he worked at for 38 years.
First as a crane operator in the foundry for 19 years and then in the yard department as an
equipment operator for the remaining 19 years.
On April 13, 1991, he married his wife Lori (Paasch) Imig at Immanuel United Church of Christ.
Over the 30 years the couple lived in Ada, Howards Grove and lastly residing in the town of
Herman.
Rusty was a volunteer fire fighter with the Franklin Fire Department for 37 years; serving as the
assistant fire chief for 8 of those years. Rusty had a love for water fighting and enjoyed attending
local area picnics. For many years he played softball on The Copper Mug softball team and in the
Howards Grove over 30 league. Bowling was also a passion: mini bowling at The Copper Mug and
at area fundraisers and bowling leagues at Starlight Lanes, Klemme’s Lanes, JB’s Entertainment
Center and Anchor Lanes. He loved Wisconsin sports and could often be found watching the game
with a beer in hand at many of his favorite local establishments with all of his friends. He also
found joy in shooting darts, snowmobiling, and going out to eat at different supper clubs with
friends, but mostly Rusty enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He was a fun-loving
and devoted grandpa to Ava and Jackson and could often be heard making up silly names to call
them. Lastly, Rusty loved throwing a ball for his faithful dog, Riley.
Rusty lived and loved his life to the fullest.
Rusty is survived by his wife, Lori; stepson, Joshua (Jill) Imig; grandchildren Ava and Jackson
Imig; mother, Margene Fink; sister, Kelly (fiancé Mike) Renzelman; former brother-in-law Douglas
Renzelman; mother-in-law, Joanne (fiancé Carl) Paasch; sisters-in-law, Sue (Cary) Becker, Mary
(Tim) Frank; brother-in-law, Chuck Paasch; and many other family members.
He was preceded in death by his father, Leroy Fink, infant brother, Dean, father in-law, Randall
Paasch, maternal and paternal grandparents and many other family members.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, December 19, 2021 at Laack’s Hall in Johnsonville
from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. Rusty wished us to celebrate his life, so please come and enjoy some
music, snacks, and refreshments, while sharing all the wonderful memories of him.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Rusty’s name.
The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family. For online condolences,
please visit www.suchonfh.com.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff, doctors, and transplant team at St. Luke’s
Medical Center in Milwaukee, WI as well as the nurses and staff at Sharon S. Richardson
Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls, WI.
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