Daniel M. Grendzinski

Daniel M. Grendzinski, 45, Athens, died Monday, November 9, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born December 1, 1969 in Wausau, son of Leon and Elizabeth (Hartl) Grendzinski. Daniel worked as a cheesemaker at Rondele Foods for 15 years. Like most born and bred Wisconsinites, he was an avid Packer fan and felt at home outdoors. His passions included hunting, fishing, camping and boating. His two beloved dogs, "the boys" Barney and Fred, were never far behind. Family and friends will always remember "Dan the Man" for his independent spirit and unique sense of humor. He is survived by his parents, Leon & Elizabeth Grendzinski, Wausau; sisters, Deborah Jones, Kronenwetter and Diane (Wilt) Faber, Ringle; brothers, Dennis Grendzinski, Wisconsin Rapids and David (Connie) Grendzinski, Weston; sister-in-law, Shelly Grendzinski, Aurora, CO; special friend, Christine Bachar, Athens, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Michael & Elizabeth Hartl and Alex & Jennie Grendzinski, uncles Bernard Grendzinski, MikeHartl and Francis Ellenbecker and aunts, Maggie VanRyzin and Mary Treml. Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 13, 2015 at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 1302 Sixth Street, Wausau. Rev. Matthew Marshall will officiate. Friends may call Thursday from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and again on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services all at the Sixth Street funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established in Daniel's name.