Obituary: Wayne Dean Boos, 83, of Sullivan (Rome)

Wayne Dean Boos, 83, of Sullivan (Rome), WI passed away on March 18, 2025, surrounded by his family at the Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital.

Wayne was born on June 21, 1941, in Rome, WI, the son of Dewey and Augusta (Boerst) Boos. Wayne married Shirley M. Baumann on June 8, 1974, in Lake Mills.

He graduated from Jefferson High School in 1959.

Wayne worked for Art Thomas Construction, Braun’s Construction Inc., and the School District of Jefferson. During retirement, he enjoyed tending to his red geraniums, feeding and watching the birds, and traveling with family.

Wayne played softball for many years and was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed attending the sporting events of his kids, grandkids, nieces, and nephews.

Wayne was a member of St. Peter’s Church in Helenville. He was a past member of the Senior Choir, School Board, Church Council, and several committees.

Wayne was a member of the Rome Fire Department for 62 years. He was a Commissioner on the Town of Sullivan Sewer Commission.

He leaves behind his wife, Shirley of 50 years, three children: Kari Boos of Rome, Kristie (Brian) Grulke of Watertown, and Kendra (Greg) Blumenberg of Rome, grandchildren: Natalie and Jessica Grulke, and Landon Blumenberg. He is also survived
by his sisters-in-law: Janice Boos of Sullivan and Judi Boos of Rome, goddaughters: Peggy Henry, Lisa Alvarado, and Amy Meyer, along with many beloved nieces and nephews.

Wayne was preceded in death by his granddaughter Lydia Blumenberg, parents Dewey and Augusta Boos, parents-in-law Wilbert and Evelyn Baumann, sisters Delores Trebitowski and Shirley French, brothers Ralph, Donnie, Roger, and Royce Boos, special nephew Dennis Trebitowski, and great-nephew Adam Nettesheim.

If one desires, memorials in Wayne’s honor can be made to St. Peter’s School, Rome Fire Department, or a charity of your choice.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Helenville with visitation at the church from 9:00 AM until time of service. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Evergreen Cemetery.

Nitardy Funeral Home is serving the family. Online condolences can be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com

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