Donald J. Provost

Donald John Provost 88 of Wisconsin Rapids passed away on January 19, 2026, at home with his family by his side. He was born on March 12,1937 in Wisconsin Rapids to Lawrence and Leona (Henke) Provost. Don married Suzanne Joy Whitrock on June 3, 1961. She preceded him in death on March 3, 2008.

Don served four years in the US Navy from 1956-1960. Upon returning to Wisconsin Rapids, he worked at Consolidated Papers, ending his career there as the Payroll Supervisor. He was very well known for his creative woodworking skills and his excellent ability to cook and bake for family and friends.

Some of Don’s hobbies included: watching the Brewers, Packers, and Badgers; camping, hunting and fishing; reading and puzzles; and spending time with family. Don was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Don is survived by son Rodney (Kathy Jo) Provost of Green Bay and daughter Lynn Provost of Wisconsin Rapids, along with grandchildren Cody (Acacia) Provost of Wisconsin Rapids, Savannah (Zakk) Scharp of Park Falls, Garrett (Stef) Kostrova of Wauwatosa, Kamron Kostrova of Coleman; and three great-grandchildren, Henry, Calvin and Arlo Scharp of Park Falls. Other survivors include twin brother Ronald (Georgene) Provost, sister Marilyn (Huntz) Link of Wisconsin Rapids, and brother-in-law Daniel (Linda) Whitrock of Kronneweter, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, wife, sisters Dorla Provost Karen Ubinger and Beverly Pecher, sister-in-law Judith Evenson, brothers Roger Provost and Leon Provost, and brothers-in-law Robert Evenson and Jerald Whitrock.

Funeral service will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Herman-Taylor Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids with visitation from 9:30-11:00 AM followed by a service at 11:00 AM with Pastor Peter Plagenz presiding. Private burial with Military Honors will be conducted at Restlawn Memorial Park Cemetery.

The family would like to thank Compassus Hospice, especially Nurse Cindy, for the wonderful care these past three months and support during this challenging time. Also, thank you to the family and friends that reached out during Dad/Grandpa’s last months. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.