Eugene Breitrick

Eugene “Gene” Breitrick, 83, Green Bay, passed away October 1, 2014. Born on October 3, 1930, he is the son of the late Everett and Emily Breitrick. Gene graduated from Shawano High School class of ’49. He served in the United States Army and was a veteran of the Korean War. Gene married Carol Laehn September 5, 1953, and she preceded him in death on January 26, 2000. He worked at Pauly Cheese for 20 years. Gene was an active member of First United Church of Christ and volunteered for Feed the Hungry at his church and the Salvation Army. He was a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Gene loved music, the outdoors, Packers, and most of all times spent with family.

He is survived by his six children, Toni (Dan) Derpinghaus, Dawn (Greg) Meyers, Wendi (Brian) Tomcheck, Scott Breitrick, Joel (Traci) Breitrick, and Gene (Crystal) Breitrick; twelve grandchildren, Jason (Jenni) Derpinghaus, Traci (Chris) McKenzie, Amber (Bill) Schumacher, Jacob Meyers, Brad (Alicia) Tomcheck, Courtney (Brad) Shipman, Mattaja (Brendan) Maccaux, Matthew and Miranda Breitrick, Rachel, Holly, and Alex Breitrick; seven great-grandchildren and one on the way, Willow and Auggie Derpinghaus, Anthony, Elizabeth, and Emma McKenzie, and Kylie and Madison Schumacher; two brothers-in-law and two sisters-in-law, Gary Laehn, Bill (Jean) Laehn, and Joan Laehn; best friends of over 70 years, Swede, Buzz, and Dave.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Carol; four siblings and their spouses.

Visitation at First United Church of Christ, 509 S. Webster Ave, Monday, October 6, from 9 AM until the time of the funeral service at 11 AM with Reverend Dr. Robert Laubenstein officiating. Malcore (East) Funeral Home is assisting the family, 432-5579.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Unity Hospice.