Joseph Wiesnoski, 89 formerly of rural Ludlow passed away at 8:25 a.m. Thursday, April 30, 2020 in Libertyville.

A private family graveside service will be held at Ludlow Twp Cemetery, Ludlow. Baier Family Funeral Services, Paxton is assisting the family with arrangements.

Joseph was born October 19, 1930 in Idamay, West Virginia the son of Joseph and Julia Peliczak Wiesnoski. He married Georgia Servinsky January 1956 in Moquah, Wisconsin. She preceded him in death October 24, 2012.

He is survived by two sons, Dennis (Julie) Wiesnoski of Deerfield, Kevin (Kathy) Wiesnoski of Petosky, MI; two grandchildren, Benjamin (Jessie Bridgeman) Wiesnoski of Chicago and Hannah Wiesnoski of Deerfield.

He was preceded in death by his parents, five sisters, Mary Provenzano, Helen Carlson, Sophie Bostsi, Lucille Kofler, Victoria Tekenburg and two brothers, Vincent Wiesnoski and John Wiesnoski.

Joe spent his childhood in West Virginia and at the age of 12 went to live with his sister Lucille and her husband John Kofler. After graduating high school, he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. He later served in the United States Air Force for 23 years and was stationed in Duluth, Minnesota, Alaska, Denver, Colorado and Rantoul in 1964. In 1968 he and his wife moved to rural Ludlow. Upon his retirement from the Air Force he worked in civil service as an electronic instructor and obtained a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Illinois University.

Joe was a volunteer Ludlow fireman and a member of the Ludlow American Legion. He was a handyman and enjoyed working outdoors. Most of all Joe loved spending time with his family and always looked forward to attending their band concerts and sporting events.

Memorials may be made to the Ludlow Food Pantry. Condolences may be offered at www.baierfuneralservices.com.