Art Garcia, age 67, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam. He was born on August 15, 1956 in Jourdanton, Texas to Octaviano and Ancelma (Castro) Garcia. Art received his GED at the age of 20. He worked at M & M Foundry in Waupun, then Westra Construction,Continue Reading
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Art Garcia, age 67, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at Marshfield Medical Center in Beaver Dam. He was born on August 15, 1956 in Jourdanton, Texas to Octaviano and Ancelma (Castro) Garcia.
Art received his GED at the age of 20. He worked at M & M Foundry in Waupun, then Westra Construction, and later, John Deere, where he retired in 2012.
On December 10, 1988, he married Sharon (Waldsmith) Shaw. Art truly lived life to the fullest through simple pleasures of playing tennis, golfing, camping, hockey and hunting. Art was one of the kindest people you could ever meet but he believed in respect.
After he retired, he helped his wife with her daycare, where he had a nickname for all the children and they all called him Artie. He also enjoyed his family time; vacations, holidays and weddings. In 2014, Arts health started to decline. His diabetes got the best of him. In 2019, Art was confined to a wheel chair and dialysis four days a week. This took a toll on him. He no longer has to suffer and there is another angel by the throne.
Art is survived by his wife, Sharon; daughter, Elizabeth Garcia of Beaver Dam; stepchildren, Tonya (Brian) Lont of Waupun and Nicholas (Stacy) Shaw of Beaver Dam; five grandchildren, Haley, Brady, Grayson, Chase and Elijah; five sisters, Gloria (Michael) Brown, Elida (Greg) Browne, Eliva (Alan) Palmisano, Molly (Ruben) Rodriguez, and Rose Fairchild-Garcia; brother, Ruben (Leisa) Garcia; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Laurie and Timothy Abhold, Sally and David Soravia; godchildren, Michele Wojahn and Teresa Garcia; many nieces, nephews and cousin; as well as his extended family and daycare families. He was preceded in death by his parents and parents-in-law; sister, Dora Martinez; brothers, Jesse Garcia and Octaviano “Junior” Garcia; niece, Jocelyn McCann; nephew, Scot Berner; and special little friend, Bristol Bruesch.
The visitation will be at Koepsell-Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The funeral service will follow on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. with Arts niece, Melissa Brown officiating. A meal will follow at the Beaver Dam American Legion, 300 Beichl Avenue.
Gregory Gassner
left a message on June 14, 2024:
I had the great pleasure of working with Art for many years at JD. He was a true team player and a generous man. I was extremely proud to call him my friend. My deepest sympathy to the entire Garcia family.
The Wuesthoff families
left a message on June 12, 2024:
Rick and Vicki Tibberino and Family
left a message on June 12, 2024:
The Castro Cousins
left a message on June 11, 2024:
Tami and Taiya Schueler
left a message on June 10, 2024:
Donald Kruse
left a message on June 7, 2024:
Art. What can I say that has not been said already? I worked with Art at JD until his retirement. Great guy, always ready with a smile. Always a pleasure to talk with. Yes. Art. He has always been thought of throughout the years. Just recently I was recalling how he always had a smile and a positive attitude. I now wish all those he left behind to have positive energies during this time. Never forget him, how could you? Why would you? He was a great guy. :)
Anonymous
left a message on June 5, 2024:
Remembering Uncle Art with his smiles and laughter & sense of humor
My condolences to Sharon & Elizabeth
Karen Ferstl
left a message on June 5, 2024:
Sharon and family, it’s hard to say goodbye. Cherish the memories that make you smile. So sorry for your loss! May the love and support from family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Anonymous
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Anonymous
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Dick and Kris Leistekow and girls
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Sharon and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jelona Williams
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Sharon, Tonya, Nick and family
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this time. I remember when you all lived next door you all were great neighbors and how Art was always so friendly. My Deepest condolences to all of you.
Nick Beske
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Great guy, good father, hard working man. Was very generous with the monthly tip I got when I collected the money from the paper route from the early/mid 90's. He will be missed. RIP.
Tammy-Jo Baer
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss!
Art was one of the most amazing people I ever met at John Deere! He had a heart of gold and could always make a person smile with on of his little quips. I'm still at John Deere and think of Art often......he was one of the best!
May God help you through your loss, and remind you of all the wonderful times you all shared.
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Gregory Gassner
left a message on June 14, 2024:
I had the great pleasure of working with Art for many years at JD. He was a true team player and a generous man. I was extremely proud to call him my friend. My deepest sympathy to the entire Garcia family.
The Wuesthoff families
left a message on June 12, 2024:
Rick and Vicki Tibberino and Family
left a message on June 12, 2024:
The Castro Cousins
left a message on June 11, 2024:
Tami and Taiya Schueler
left a message on June 10, 2024:
Donald Kruse
left a message on June 7, 2024:
Art. What can I say that has not been said already? I worked with Art at JD until his retirement. Great guy, always ready with a smile. Always a pleasure to talk with. Yes. Art. He has always been thought of throughout the years. Just recently I was recalling how he always had a smile and a positive attitude. I now wish all those he left behind to have positive energies during this time. Never forget him, how could you? Why would you? He was a great guy. :)
Anonymous
left a message on June 5, 2024:
Remembering Uncle Art with his smiles and laughter & sense of humor
My condolences to Sharon & Elizabeth
Karen Ferstl
left a message on June 5, 2024:
Sharon and family, it’s hard to say goodbye. Cherish the memories that make you smile. So sorry for your loss! May the love and support from family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Anonymous
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Anonymous
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Dick and Kris Leistekow and girls
left a message on June 4, 2024:
Sharon and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Jelona Williams
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Sharon, Tonya, Nick and family
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you in this time. I remember when you all lived next door you all were great neighbors and how Art was always so friendly. My Deepest condolences to all of you.
Nick Beske
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Great guy, good father, hard working man. Was very generous with the monthly tip I got when I collected the money from the paper route from the early/mid 90's. He will be missed. RIP.
Tammy-Jo Baer
left a message on June 3, 2024:
Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss!
Art was one of the most amazing people I ever met at John Deere! He had a heart of gold and could always make a person smile with on of his little quips. I'm still at John Deere and think of Art often......he was one of the best!
May God help you through your loss, and remind you of all the wonderful times you all shared.
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