John G. Gellerman (Johnny G) age 82 passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at home following a brief illness.
He was born on March 11, 1941 in Wisconsin Rapids, the son of Gilbert and Clara (Collins) Gellerman.
He married Janet Marsh and together they had two children; a son, Jere and a daughter, Jackie (Scott) Scholze.
John worked for the city of Wisconsin Rapids for more than thirty years.
He was a lifetime member of the Immanuel Lutheran Church.
Johnny G had many interests, including his love for classic cars, especially his '41 and '55 Chevys. He was a charter member of the Creepers Car Club. He also loved John Deere tractors.
John is survived by his wife, Janet, his son; Jere and his daughter Jackie (Scott) Scholze. Grandchildren: Alicia and Joel Gellerman. Great Grandchildren; Lana Dennis, Justin Gellerman and Nevaeh Gellerman. Brother; David Gellerman. Sisters; Linda Tesser and Karen (Greg) Gaber. Brother in law; David Marsh. Sister in law; Alice Lecher
He was preceded in death by his parents, his father and mother in law; Otto and Alma Marsh, brothers in law; Larry Tesser, Carl Marsh and Ron Lecher. Sisters in law; Nancy Marsh and Jackie Marsh
Funeral services will be held at the Herman Taylor Funeral Home on Friday, May 12, 2023 with visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. until time of services at 11:00 a.m. Reverend Tim Ritter presiding. Burial to follow at the Forest Hill Cemetery.
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