Thomas P. Janisch

January 17, 1946 - January 23, 2010

Thomas P. Janisch of the Town of Calamus died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, January 23, 2010.

A private family service will be held this week. A public memorial mass will be held in the coming weeks. Once a date is set, service details will be available on the funeral home website and will be printed in the paper.

Thomas Paul Janisch was born on January 17, 1946 at St. Joseph”s Hospital in Beaver Dam. He was the son of Isadore and Mercedes (Jackman) Janisch. He was a graduate of Beaver Dam High School with the class of 1964. He graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point in 1968. Tom began his job with the Department of Natural Resources at Horicon in the Wild Life & Fish Department and later was the Contaminated Sediment Coordinator with the Bureau of Watershed Management. In all, he worked 30 years with the DNR, the last two as a consultant.

Tom is survived by his mother, Mercedes Janisch of Beaver Dam, three brothers, Douglas (Alice) Janisch of Gulf Port, FL, William Janisch and Charles Janisch, both of Beaver Dam. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, two aunts, one uncle, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father.

Memorials may be made in Thomas Janisch”s name to the St. Katharine Drexel School Endowment Fund, 117 W. Maple Avenue, Beaver Dam, WI 53916.

The Murray Funeral Home in Beaver Dam is serving the family. To leave condolences, for directions and other information, please visit our website at www.MurrayFH.com.

Thomas P. Janisch of the Town of Calamus died unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, January 23, 2010. A private family service will be held this week. A public memorial mass will be held in the coming weeks. Once a date is set, service details will be available on the funeral home website and willContinue Reading

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I was sorry to hear the news. The neighborhood will not be the same with out Judy and Lynn driving past and waving.The entire neighborhood has changed so much this past year. We will all miss her.

Her battle is over and now yours begins. You have each other for support and the memories of a strong and brave woman. What a great example she set for all of you. The devotion I saw from Lynn was inspirational also. A true love affair.

If there is anything we can do to help, let us know.

My sympathy to all of Judy's family. My prayers are with you and your family.

Mr.Lynn, Dori and Greg,
Sincerest sympathy on behalf of the Kenney family, May the memories and God's grace be comforting at this time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Lynn, Dori, Greg and family:
We are so sorry to hear about your loss and will miss your mother greatly. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Know that your mom was a very special lady to us all and will be remembered with that beautiful smile on her face and the caring person that we all grew to love so much. Please take care. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know. Love to all of you.
Kim and Gill

So sorry to hear the news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!!!
Molly, Hans & Kyle Henkel

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Tom was a good man and a wonderful scientist who made countless contributions toward the protection of the environment. He will be missed. Sincerely, Elisabeth Harrahy (former WI DNR colleague)

Tom was one of my high school classmates. I am very sorry to read of his passing. I remember him as a great athlete and an all around neat person. Please accept my deepest sympathy at this time. Sarah (Knight) Jaecks

To the Janisch Family, Tom was a good human being and will be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry Gilmore

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.