4:00pm - 7:00pm Thursday, June 6, 2024 O'Connell Family Funeral Home 130 North Grant St. Ellsworth Wisconsin, 54011
7:00 pm - Thursday, June 6, 2024 O'Connell Family Funeral Home 130 North Grant St. Ellsworth Wisconsin, 54011
George Albert Quist, Jr., of Nelson/Ellsworth, Wisconsin, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2024 at the age of 80.
George, also known as “Quisty” worked at Koch Refinery until he retired at age 62. He was an outdoorsman who loved to hunt and fish. He spent time as a fishing guide on Lake Pepin. George was also known for his hard work. Family often heard stories of him helping anyone who needed help. He often mentioned that he prayed for his family, friends, and for the Country.
Although George was a strong man, he battled the terrible disease of dementia for the past several years. His children and grandchildren feel blessed to have been given the time to know him more and make many more memories with him.
George is survived by brother Gary (Kendra) Quist; five daughters –Cindy (Randy) Kruse, Jacci Quist (Gregg Goulette), Vicky (Leonard) Ahlers, Tina (Bud) Caturia, and Krystal (Jim) Sieg; grandchildren Casey (Alyssa) Kusilek, BreeAnna Ahlers, Bailey Ahlers (Austin Brand), Levi Kruse, Derek (Katy) Goulette, Luke Caturia, Brandon Caturia, Dakota Pittman, Christine Iehl, Jimmy O’Malley, and Dakota Knoll; and many great-grandchildren.
George is preceded in death by his parents George Quist, Sr. and Marion (Elroy) Brathol, brother John Quist, nephew Scott Quist, and granddaughter Haley Caturia.
A Memorial Gathering will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 4:00 to 7:00pm at the O’Connell Family Funeral Home, 130 N. Grant St, Ellsworth, WI. A prayer service and sharing of memories will follow at 7:00 pm.
In honor of George, please dress in your most comfortable clothing (Green Bay Packers gear welcome).
May George’s memory live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
Memorial and cremation services are entrusted to the O’Connell Family Funeral Home of Ellsworth, www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com, 715-273-4421
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to family. George was quite the guy who will surely be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy.
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember babysitting at Blake Lake, being next door. George really liked the song, “Tiny Bubbles”, snag it a lot outdoors.
Hugs and prayers to the Families George has left behind. If one had the chance to meet George, you knew you had a great Friend. George, I truly enjoyed all the laughter, coffee and good times. May you rest in peace.
My condolences to George’s family. May you find peace, comfort & strength from those that surround you during this difficult time.
Dad
My mind still talks
To you &
My heart still looks
For you ,
But my soul knows
You are at peace.
This is not goodbye , this is till we see each other again . Love you forever dad Love Vicky
I know you will be the best guardian angel we could all have except for mom lol . Keep walking beside us dad . I know you are up in heaven singing your doooo doo dooo doooo love you pops.
I will hold you close to my heart always. I will remember all our good times. Your great smile, your jokes, fishing. hunting, singing, dancing. The things you taught me. You’re hard work ethic. I feel blessed to have had you as my dad. Dad you will always be in my heart because in there your still alive. RIP until we meet again. I know you will be watching over us.
Love you always Dad!
Tina Bud Luke & Brandon & families
We are truly sorry to hear the passing of your Father/ Grandpa . May the good lord give you peace and strength to see you through your loss.
Hugs / Love to you all.
Dan & Margie
George and I worked and fished together for lots of years. I know he’s fishing somewhere. Was with him when he bought his first fishing boat. We used to take a lot of fish off the little bridge in Hudson. A Great Friend.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to family. George was quite the guy who will surely be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy.
So sorry to hear about your loss. I remember babysitting at Blake Lake, being next door. George really liked the song, “Tiny Bubbles”, snag it a lot outdoors.
Hugs and prayers to the Families George has left behind. If one had the chance to meet George, you knew you had a great Friend. George, I truly enjoyed all the laughter, coffee and good times. May you rest in peace.
My condolences to George’s family. May you find peace, comfort & strength from those that surround you during this difficult time.
Dad
My mind still talks
To you &
My heart still looks
For you ,
But my soul knows
You are at peace.
This is not goodbye , this is till we see each other again . Love you forever dad Love Vicky
I know you will be the best guardian angel we could all have except for mom lol . Keep walking beside us dad . I know you are up in heaven singing your doooo doo dooo doooo love you pops.
I will hold you close to my heart always. I will remember all our good times. Your great smile, your jokes, fishing. hunting, singing, dancing. The things you taught me. You’re hard work ethic. I feel blessed to have had you as my dad. Dad you will always be in my heart because in there your still alive. RIP until we meet again. I know you will be watching over us.
Love you always Dad!
Tina Bud Luke & Brandon & families
We are truly sorry to hear the passing of your Father/ Grandpa . May the good lord give you peace and strength to see you through your loss.
Hugs / Love to you all.
Dan & Margie
George and I worked and fished together for lots of years. I know he’s fishing somewhere. Was with him when he bought his first fishing boat. We used to take a lot of fish off the little bridge in Hudson. A Great Friend.