Genevieve “Gen” Wontor age 99, of Wausaukee, entered eternal rest on Thursday December 4, 2025. She was born in Rengerslage, Germany on March 21, 1926; daughter of Jon and Paula (Semeniuk) Bednarz. Gen was born and raised in Germany during World War II. In 1952, she and her husband Joseph came to the United States and made their home in Chicago. In 1959 she moved to Wausaukee, where she raised her family. Gen was a devoted member of St. Augustine Catholic Church and served as a Eucharistic Minister for many years. She loved tending to her garden and was widely known for her wonderful cooking. Her home was always a warm and welcoming place for family and friends.
Gen is survived by her daughter, Brigitte Wontor; son, Richard Wontor; 10 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by children: Barbara, Andrew, Anthony (Christine), Bob, and Chrystine.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11am on Wednesday December 10, 2025, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Wausaukee with Father Dave Schmidt presiding. Visitation is at church from 9am until the time of Mass. Burial will take place in Evergreen Cemetery, Wausaukee. A luncheon will be served at St. Augustine Catholic Church after the burial.
Gen’s family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the entire staff at Sun Valley Assisted Living in Marinette for the dignity and compassionate care given to her. Also, a special thanks to Alice Sharpe for her care and Saturday morning breakfasts at Ranger City Restaurant.
Gen was a proud mother of her sons who served in the Marine Corp. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in her name to Marinette County Emergency Veterans Fund, 1926 Hall Ave, Marinette WI 54143. Roubal Funeral Home in Wausaukee is assisting Gen’s family.
