John Waterman Minahan
September 25, 1953 - June 10, 2017
Obituary
WESTPORT/WAUNAKEE- John Waterman Minahan, age 63, of Westport passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2017, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. He was born in Chippewa Falls on Sept. 25, 1953, the son of Bert W. and Vivianne (Valentine) Minahan. John married Mary E. “Lisa” Lane on Sept. 6, 1980, at St. Charles Church in Chippewa Falls. He graduated from McDonell Central High School, in Chippewa Falls, in 1972. John attended UW Madison and later UW Stout, graduating in 1978. He worked for Federal Industries in Belleville for 32 years, retiring as president of the company in December, 2016. John was an avid Badgers fan who knew how to throw an unforgettable tailgate party. He was a gifted athlete who played high school football and loved to downhill ski. John enjoyed the outdoors; his relaxation time was spent hunting, fishing, boating and golfing. John especially enjoyed spending time with his family at their cabin in Cable, Wis. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Lisa; daughter, Mary (Phillip) Gantz; son, Daniel (BriAnna) Minahan; brothers, Daniel J. (Susie), Michael J., and his brother Matthew P. who survived him only by a few hours, Matthew passed away later Saturday. He is further survived by his grandchildren, Elise, William, and Genevieve Gantz; sisters-in-law, Carole Reich, Janice Lane and Cheri Minahan; and brothers-in-law, Leslie (Cindy) Lane and Hudson (Amy) Lane. John was preceded in death by his parents; aunt, Anne Minahan; uncles, Dave (Mona) and Dick (Dee) Valentine; brother-in-law, William Lane; sister-in-law, Ellen Heyroth; and nephew Matthew Minahan. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, at 12 noon, on Friday, June 16, 2017. Burial will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery. A visitation will take place at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Friday. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare. John was a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend… he will be deeply missed. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Fri Jun 16, 2017 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (Cross Plains) • 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528
Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Jun 16, 2017 @ 12:00 PM CDT
St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church (Cross Plains) • 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, WI 53528
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Memories
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Flavio Maschera
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Prayers and fond memories are what we have to remember our dear John.
My most heartfelt condolences.
Flavio Maschera. President Standex Engraving – Mold-Tech
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Amy Lane
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John always made sure everyone was comfortable in life. Whether a visit to his home, or taking care of his family, he was a very selfless man. It is sad to think he is gone but he left such a legacy nobody will forget. Rest in peace now John.
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Shaun He
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Remember several times to talk to John in each years' President's meeting, enjoyed every time of talking with him in a kind and pleasant feeling. Our daily pray with go to him and his family. We will remember all the wonderful moment with John. Shaun He; President-Engraving Group-Asia Pacific
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brad parker
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Back, I'd say around early 70's, as then neighbors to the family, our family got acquainted with your's as Mel , my dad built some of Bert & Mrs. then new home on Perry Lake, Telemark may have been the draw to Cable at the time with Perry Lake & other friends getting together up here as a nice bonus. More recently I got a call from John per Paul to talk about doing a few electrical upgrades to Aunt Ann's former cabin, we got together & talked about options, ideas, & of course that he'd let me know if I met all of the criteria needed… sharpen that pencil he said!!, think I too said, I'd also let him know if we'd choose to take on his project. Well ,yeah we kept it lighthearted, & reminisced a little more about the good ol days, John said they had been at the gun club & loved having his family there to enjoy the cabin & want to make it a little nicer for them to enjoy. Neighbor , Brad Parker
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Ron Walsh
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John was great fun to be with when we grew up. He was always an accepting and tolerant person. He had a chuckle and laugh that always reminded me of his dad, Bert. They had many similar mannerisms. He had an Easy Rider poster before posters were cool. He was a cool guy! My deepest sympathy to all of John's family and friends.
Ron Walsh, Eau Claire, WI
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John Bletz
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I had the pleasure of working with John on several projects thru the course of my career. He was someone I really enjoyed working with. Always willing to help find the right solution to my often complex challenges without over promising. Just an all around great guy. He will be missed. My deepest condolences to the family.
John Beltz