James Shilka's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2018 in Freedom, Wisconsin

James Shilka

October 4, 1945 - August 15, 2018 (72 years old)

Freedom, Wisconsin

James Shilka's obituary , Passed away on August 15, 2018 in Freedom, Wisconsin

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Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home

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James Shilka

October 4, 1945 - August 15, 2018 (72 years old)

Freedom, Wisconsin

James Shilka Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Shilka (Freedom, Wisconsin), born in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, who passed away on August 15, 2018, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Evelyn Shilka and Peter Shilka; his parent-in-law Henry Wanserski; his sister-in-law Elaine Aschenbrener; and also Pauline Wanserski.

He is survived by: his spouse Marie; his children, Sandra Verhasselt (Mark), Eric Shilka (Oscar Espinoza) and Jenny Shilka-Schuh; his grandchildren, Stephanie Roffers (Brian), Ashley, Kyle, Adam Verhasselt, Mekaila, Alaina and Isley Schuh; his aunt MaryAnn Zimmerman (Ray); and his niece Carla Soczka (Clarence). He is also survived by many cousins; brother/sisters-in-law's: Don & Judy Wanserski, Joe & Judy Wanserski, Virginia & Paul Gottschalk, Henry & Cindy Wanserski, Jim & Linda Wanserski, Carol & Al Drechsler, David & Lorri Wanserski, and Ann & Steve Robison; and numerous nieces/nephews.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Verkuilen-Van Deurzen Family Funeral Home



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