Thomas L. "Tom" Okey, age 59, of Cassville, Wisconsin passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2019 at Crossing Rivers Health Care in Prairie du Chien, surrounded by his family. He was born February 25, 1960 in Dubuque, Iowa to Walter and Mercedes (Burkett) Okey. He married Patricia Bay on June 9, 1990, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Seneca. He owned and operated Okey's Market in Cassville. Tom was a devoted family man and a lifelong member of St. Charles Parish. He was active in the Knights of Columbus. Tom believed in the importance of supporting one's community and he did that throughout his life. He served multiple years as the St. Charles Sports Boosters president and volunteered as a coach for youth baseball, basketball, and football. For several years he was also a member of the volunteer fire department and rescue squad.
He is survived by his wife Patricia "Patty" Okey of Cassville. His children; Isaac (Cassandra) Okey of Cassville, Isaiah (Elizabeth McCullick) Okey of Wauzeka, Elijah, Andrea, Ezra, and Erasmus Okey all of Cassville. One brother Louie (Amy) Okey of Birchwood. One sister Barbara (Tim) Willis of Cassville. His Mother in Law; Monica Bay of Cassville, along with many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Memorial Mass of Christian burial will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville. Father John Meinholz officiating. Burial in the Church Cemetery. Friends may call on Tuesday April 16, 2019 from 3:00-8:00 P.M. with a Rosary prayer service at 2:30 and Wednesday from 9:30 until time of the services at St. Charles Catholic Church in Cassville. The Kendall Funeral Service in Boscobel is assisting the family. Online condolences can be given to www.kendallfuneralservice.com
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