Emil Martin Rojek Jr. 94 passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on October 15th 2026 at Luther Manor. Emil was born in Marinette to Emil and Monica Rojek on Nov. 16th 1931 and resided in Marinette the majority of his life.
On July 21 st 1951 Emil married the love of his life Jean Rose Knutson. Together they raised 6 children. In 1952 Emil proudly enlisted in the Army in which he served in the Korean war.
For his recreational times he enjoyed hunting, fishing and growing his tomatoes in the garden.
After his retirement from Scott paper co, Emil and Jean toured the western United states and really enjoyed their trips to Branson Missouri.
Emil is survived by his loving wife of 75 years Jean, daughter Monica McGuire, son Paul (Karen)Rojek, son Mark Rojek, daughter Pam(Rick)Ledvina. Sister Barbara (Donald) Mech, also many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Proceeding Emil in death is his son Michael Rojek daughter Debra Walk, brother Frank Galla and youngest brother Paul Rojek and parents.
At Emil’s request there will not be a visitation and only a private service will be held.
Our family would like to express our gratitude for the excellent care and attention given by the nurses from Heartland Hospice and Luther Manor.
