Obituaries

Joseph E. “Joe” McTrusty

Apr 16, 1961 - Aug 14, 2020

age 59, of Amberg, died unexpectedly on Friday August 14, 2020, in Amberg. He was born in Marinette on April 16, 1961; son of David and Joan (Fick) McTrusty. If you could find him (and before cell phones and smart phones), that may have been difficult, but if you did…he was always busy farming, logging, cutting firewood, and maybe a little hunting. But he was never too busy to give any family member or friend a helping hand. His response to calls for assistance was, “Give me a few minutes and I’ll be there.” He was talented in so many areas, from fixing cars, appliances, snowmobiles, tractors and farm machinery, to felling a tree just where he…or you wanted it. If all the parts were there, he could make it work. He handled equipment from dump trucks to chain saws like they were a part of his natural body. From a little boy to being a grandpa, he was kind of the family sweetheart. One family member remarked once that he wore his cap too far down so that he could have ears like Joe’s. Another referred to him as his idol. His family meant everything to him.

A maxim for all of us to go through life with is to live respected and loved and at the end to die regretted. He nailed it! It is highly unlikely that those who knew him would have anything but kind words to say about him. His final project was to get his new home just the way he wanted, but sadly, he didn’t quite finish. The heart that failed him at the end of his life is not the heart that endeared him to all who knew him.

Too soon, too suddenly, he leaves a large void in so many lives. He is survived by his daughter Ashlei (Anthony) Guarisco and grandson Joey; mother Joan McTrusty; fiance Carrie Groy and children Shyann(Roman) and Austin; best friend and brother Jim(Mary) McTrusty; sister Patty(Tim)Leatherman; nephews and niece Little Jim(Francesca) McTrusty, Joey(Ana)McTrusty, Andrew(Rachel) Leatherman; Sarah(James)Johnson. He is further survived by many aunts, uncles, family members and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his father, David McTrusty and his grandparents.

Memorial Visitation is scheduled for Friday August 21st from 12pm until 2pm at Roubal Funeral Home in Wausaukee. Burial will be in the Amberg Cemetery.

Roubal Funeral Home of Wausaukee is assisting Joe’s family with arrangements.

Memorial Gathering

Friday Aug 21, 2020, 12:00 p.m. (noon) until 2:00 p.m. at Roubal Funeral Home [map]

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Tom Reindl

My heart hurts hearing this sad news. Joe was always so kind and helpful and never judged anyone. He will be sadly missed. Prayer to the family.

Anthony (Tony) Miller

Dear McTrusty Family So sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. He was a good friend in childhood and was always wanting to say hello again. After reading his obituary it sounds as he was a friend everyone wanted to have and a person everyone should be like. God Bless. Tony

Reva Elias

So so sorry for your loss. He was such a great person.

Lina Wittmann

What a wonderful obituary, such descriptive words of one of God’s cherished ones. Joan and family our sincere condolences. Love Lee & Lin Wittmann

Sue King-Couvillion

Ken Mattison

I am so sorry for your loss of Joe! This happened way too early! As many of you reading this may know, Joe and I grew up together. We were friends from early grade school thru the end of high school and lived around the corner from each other. We did and experienced alot together and I will cherish those memories forever! He was a great person to grow up with! I will miss seeing him when in Amberg. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family during this time! Ken and Julie Mattison

Dianne Thull

My heart goes out to Joes family. He was one of those guys that knew you every time you met. A good man is gone. There will be lots of good memories. Little Joey will bring back those. He will be remembered. Love and hugs to all.

bruce and lisa mattison

so sorry to hear of your loss. thoughts and prayers for your family.

Michele and Casey Wanek

RIP Joe, we will never forget you! Always in our hearts..❤️ Prayers for the family.

Pat Boshen

I am saddened to hear of Joe's passing. It is never easy when family and friends pass away just as there are no words of comfort that will ease the pain. He was a good man and will be missed. Pat

Gregory reinhardt

Joe was a friend of the ranger city riders snowmobile club but like my wife, hated meetings. But when I had him on trail grooming duty, or maintenance upkeep on clubs equipment, he was there when needed!! Such a loss, my heart breaks!!!!!!! May your angel come to visit once in a while!!

Susan Spietz

Tom/Andi Oldenburg & Family

Our hearts cannot imagine the sorrow of Joe passing. With all our Love and Prayers, we wish you the deepest of condolences. Joe was an awesome man and will be sorely missed by all. May God grant your family the peace needed to heal.

Dale and Gail Fick

We loved him and always will. As Dale said "Joe will always live right here ( pointing to his heart). "The Wise One" and Auntie Gail

Dianne Barker Thull

My heart goes out to you Ashleigh and family. He was a great man, He will always be remembered. God bless you all