Gerald "Jerry" Wisniewski, age 78, of Shawano, passed away on Wednesday, January 30, 2019. Born in Shawano on January 2, 1941, he was a son of the late Edward and Pauline (Spang) Wisniewski.  After graduating from Shawano High School, he enlisted in the National Guard.  Jerry worked at Phenix Door and then Mirro in Manitowoc until his retirement.  He was a proud blue collar worker and instilled a good work ethic in his children.  Jerry loved hunting and fishing.  He was a dedicated father and treasured his time spent with his children and grandchildren.  Whenever they needed him, he was always there.

Jerry is survived by: two children, Sally Morris of Mt. Juliet, TN and Mark (Debbie) Wisniewski of Brentwood, TN; two grandchildren, Megan (Mason) Mingus of Spring Hill, TN and Bailey Wisniewski of Brentwood, TN; and one brother, Robert "Bob" Wisniewski of Shawano.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his cat, Jenny.

A memorial mass for Jerry will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, February 4, 2019 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Shawano with Fr. Tom Farrell officiating. Inurnment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 10:00 am until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church.