Eugene “Gene” Francis Badzinski, age 82, of Scott Twp., Burnett Co., WI, passed away Friday afternoon, December 9, 2016, at Spooner Health. Gene was born in Thorp, WI, on August 10, 1934, a son of the late Rozella (Duss) and Louis Badzinski. He is preceded in death by his parents; Louis and Rozella Badzinski; brother, Bob Badzinski; brothers-in-law, Don Zahn and Ron Ebben; and sister-in-law, Donna Jolly. Gene is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, “Bunny”; children: Jim Badzinski (Maureen), Diane (Jon) Proctor, Jean Ann (Jeff) Nelessen, Pat Badzinski (Val), Patty (Mike) Krings, and Debbie (Bob) Loggia; 15 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. He is also survived by siblings: Louis (Bev) Badzinski, Joanna Ebben, Kathleen (Don) Soderberg, Rosie (Jerry) Szymanski, Germaine (John) Klouda, Louella Zahn, and Marcy (Keith) Lindstrom; sisters-in-law: Rita Badzinski, Toddy (Dick) Schmidt, and Kathie (Pat) Grengs; as well as several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may call from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, Friday, December 16, 2016, at Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, WI. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am (visitation 10:00 to 11:00 am), Saturday, December 17th, at Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary Catholic Church, 28450 County Road H (just north of County Rd A), in Scott Twp. with Father Michael J. Tupa presiding. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Casket bearers are: Ben Nelessen, Josh Nelessen, Dylan Krings, Lucas Krings, Dustin Trego, and Joel Badzinski. The family has requested that flowers be omitted – Memorials are preferred. Arrangements have been entrusted with Swedberg-Taylor Funereal Home, Webster, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.