John Kowalski

John W. Kowalski,76, from Siren, Wisconsin, passed away Monday, December 3, 2018 at SCRMC in St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin.
He was born October 28, 1942 in Elgin, IL to Joseph and Lillian Kowalski. He was one of 4 boys.
His family moved to Minong Wi, where they had a resort for a while, and later to Danbury.  John lived with Don and Gunda Tobias in Siren to finish high school.
John is a 1960 graduate of Siren School. After graduating, he helped his parents run the Corner Bar in Danbury and also had a bait shop. He then worked for the State of Wisconsin doing surveying and building roads and bridges. In 1968, John met the love of his life, Pamela (Gammans) Kowalski at Houman’s Resort, and they married. In 1970, they welcomed a son, Joseph.
John always like an adventure, so in 1971, he bought land in Siren, and built the Pour House. Later that year, John and Pam welcomed twin Girls, Kari and Kelly.
In the early 70’s, he owned a National Homes franchise and built houses. He also sold Mohawk Carpet. Later he would open a carpet shop in Siren, then a second one in Spooner. He joined the Mason’s in 1975 and became a 32 nd degree Mason as well as a Shriner.
John liked to do a lot of things. He was a big Elvis fan, loved music from the 1950’s-60’s. Loved muscle cars from the 50’s, and reading. You could always see him lounging outside with a cigar, reading a book. He owned a charter business and drove people to bingo. John loved to play bingo and gamble. He named his business Gamblin’ Wheels. He delivered mail for the Webster Post Office before deciding to retire.
When he wasn’t working, John loved to fish and hunt with his kids. He would always wake them up at the crack dawn to go on their adventures. Packers were a must at the household on Sundays. He loved his Wisconsin teams, and he would let you know it. You could always find John watching sports or B.S. with friends at local establishments.
John always like to reminisce about the good ole’ days. There were stories to be told about hanging out with the Lund boys. He had a story for everything. John always said he wanted to build a town and be remembered for it.
John is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Lillian; his brothers: George, Bob, and Larry Kowalski; grandchildren: Devin, Joseph, Christian, and Catlin.
He is survived by the love of his life Pam Kowalski; son, Joe Kowalski; daughters, Kari Kowalski-Steffen and Kelly Beaulieu (Brian);grandchildren: Ross Petersen, Trevor Simon, Ashley Beaulieu, Amy Beaulieu and Gage Steffen; great grandson Brodin Simon.
Pallbearers: Ross Peterson, Trevor Simon, Gage Steffen, Chuck Hunter, Mike Taylor, Louie Germane
Honorary Pallbearers: Gene Lund, Bert Lund, Gary Lund, Tom Englad, Don Tobias, Norman Heinz
Memorial service will be Saturday, December 15, 2018. Visitation is from 11:00 AM -1:00 P.M. Funeral Service to follow At Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home in Webster WI. Graveside service to follow. After the service, the family would like to invite everyone to the Pour House for hourderves and sharing memories of John.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home, Webster, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com