Nazar Gurunian

Nazar C. Gurunian, age 86, of Wisconsin Rapids, peacefully passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026. He was comforted by being in his own bed, and surrounded by family and friends.

Services will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Herman-Taylor Funeral Home in Wisconsin Rapids. Burial will be at St. Adalbert and Holy Trinity Cemeteries in Milwaukee, WI. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until the time of services on Saturday at the funeral home.

Nazar was born on April 2, 1939, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to David and Mary (Petrance) Gurunian. He later married Mary Ann Paczkowski, who preceded him in death.

Nazar was a devoted Milwaukee Brewers fan and rarely missed a game, especially enjoying Bob Uecker's commentary. He never missed a Packer game or Badgers football. For more than 20 years, he enjoyed having lunch at the Lowell Senior Center in Wisconsin Rapids, where he loved talking sports and visiting with veterans. He enjoyed the State Fair, Summerfest, and spoke often how he longed for another tailgate party before a Brewers game. His dream breakfast that he raved of often; waffles at the Four Star Family Restaurant in Wisconsin Rapids. Above all, Nazar was an animal lover, but especially his dogs. His cherished beloved and comforting companions: Pepper, Brandy, Grace, Candy, and Dakota.

Nazar is survived by his cousin Bonnie Kucharski, nieces Debbie Webster, Lillan Torres, Susan (Gurunian), Armanda Rawdon, and nephews Charles Gurunian Jr., Enrique Torres Jr., and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Nazar was preceded in death by his parents, David and Mary; sister Diane Mary Torres; brother Charles David Gurunian; cousin Robert Williams; niece Marrianne Webster; nephew-in-law Donald Webster.

The family would like to thank his dialysis nurses and caregiver respite family, for the excellent care that he received in his end of life.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family.

Herman-Taylor Funeral Home is honored to be assisting the family.