Obit: Kolasa, Gerald M. (1950 - 2015)

Contact: Robert Lipprandt
bob@wiclarkcountyhistory.org 

Surnames: Ciok, Kolasa, Poppy, Sleeva

----Source: WIGM/WKEB Obituaries (Medford, WI) 12/24/2015

Kolasa, Gerald M. (14 AUG 1950 - 21 DEC 2015)

Gerald M. Kolasa, 65 of Gilman, died on Monday, December 21, 2015 at his home.

He was born on August 14, 1950 in Eau Claire to the late William S. and Florence (Ciok) Kolasa, Sr.

Gerry grew up in the Gilman area and graduated from Gilman High in 1968. He graduated from UW-EC with a degree in Fine Arts.

Gerry has worked for Drangles-Gilman Cheese factory for many years. He was a loving caretaker for his parents, enjoyed the arts, gardening, flowers and his companionship with cats.

He is survived by his brother, William (Sandra) Kolasa, Jr of Tomahawk, sister, Constance Poppy of Sheboygan and his twin brother, Harold (Chris) Kolasa of Gilman and many nieces and nephews.

Gerry is preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial mass will be held at 11AM on Saturday, December 26, 2015 at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church-Gilman with Father Madanu Sleeva officiating.

Inurnment will follow in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be from 10AM until time of service Saturday at the church. Plombon funeral service-Gilman assisted the family.

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