David Novack

David Lee Novack, of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, born on the 16th of March, 1941, passed away peacefully on the 17th of February, 2025, at Cranberry Court Assisted Living, Wisconsin Rapids, just shy of his 84th birthday. Born in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, David was a lifelong resident. David shared his life with his beloved wife, Helen (Jurgella) Novack, whom he married on October 23, 1965. He was a dedicated and loyal employee of the Biron Paper Mill in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, where he worked as a painter and retired in 2001.

David was a man of many interests. He enjoyed bowling, golfing, and fishing in Florida. He took great joy in spending time with his daughters and grandchildren. He was a devoted fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers, and enjoyed NASCAR racing, particularly during the "Trickle Years", with many memorable trips to races at Bristol, Tennessee. David also loved four-wheeling and camping at Ridgewood Campground. David was also a member of the Rapids Angels Cycle Club and Immanuel Lutheran Church.

David is survived by his loving wife of nearly 60 years, Helen Novack, their daughters, Kim (Michael) Weiler and Jeni (Steve) Schermitzler, and his brother-in-law Ronald Maier. He will be fondly remembered by his grandchildren, Courtney (Aaron) Leonhard, Grant Schermitzler, Abby Schermitzler, and Ethan Schermitzler. David is preceded in death by his parents, John and Nettie (Klug) Novack, his brothers, Elmer and Donald Novack, his sister, Marjorie Maier, and sister-in-laws, Lelia Novack & Margaret Novack.

David’s family would like to thank the staff at Cranberry Court Assisted Living for the care they provided him, and Interim Healthcare and Inclusa Hospice. Special thanks to Shannon, David’s hospice nurse whom he loved to razz.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, 25 Feb 2025, from 9:00am CST at the Herman-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 2201 Chestnut Street, Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, 54494. A service will follow at 11:00am CST at the same location. All are welcome to wear Packer/Badger attire, in celebration of his two favorite teams.

We invite you to leave memories and upload photos to David’s memorial page. His life was filled with the love of family and friends, and we hope you will join us in celebrating his journey and the impact he made on all our lives.