Jerome F. "Jerry" Bukoski, age 58 of the Town of Washington, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at his home. Born on December 23, 1955 in Pound, he was the son of the late Harry and Theresa (Konowalski) Bukoski. On August 4, 1978 he was united in marriage to Connie Sperberg in Oconomowoc. Jerry cherished the time he spent with his family especially his grandchildren whether he was teaching them to play the guitar or taking them ice fishing. Jerry also enjoyed going to the demolition derbies, stock car races and ice races and was the founder of the Fire On Ice Racing Club. Jerry's ability to build anything out of nothing benefitted his job in the maintenance department well. He also worked at various auto parts stores in the area for many years. When not at work, Jerry enjoyed helping out his many friends, listening to music, and camping. He also enjoyed lighting off fireworks and was a self-proclaimed "expert". Jerry is survived by: his wife, of 35 years, Connie; his son, Nathan (Summer) Bukoski of Fall River; his daughter, Tess (Patrick) Hendricks of Shawano; a stepson, Chad (Tina) Burr of Shawano; and 6 grandchildren, Destiny, Connor, Olivia, Macey, Gabriella and Parker. Jerry is further survived by: a brother, Robert Bukoski of Tigerton; a sister, Terri (Greg) Shopofski of Tigerton; sisters-in-law, Mary Sue Tarkowski of FL, Pat Tarkowski of Green Bay, Carol (Don) Brei of Shawano; 2 brothers-in-law, Calvin (Patty) Sperberg of Green Bay, Chris (Kathy) Sperberg of Shawano; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends including great long-time friend, Mike "Tex" (Cindy Craig) Winkler of Shawano. Jerry was preceded in death by: his parents; and 2 brothers, James and David Tarkowski. A gathering of family and friends will be held at the Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano on Saturday, February 22, 2014 from 11:00am until a time of sharing at 12:30pm. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com