Andy Loebbaka

Andy Loebbaka, 41, peacefully slipped the bounds of Earth on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 due to an ongoing heart issue; moving onto his Heavenly visit with his Savior and many family members and friends who made the journey before him. He was born on January 14, 1976, son of the late David and Julie (Strohmeyer) Loebbaka. Andy graduated from D.C.Everest Senior High school in 1994. Andy had a quick wit about him, often making jokes for an "in the moment laugh." He most enjoyed making himself the "butt of all jokes," as he tried to make people smile as he focused on the positives in life's journey. His final employer was Crystal Finishing, prior to going on permanent disability due to his failing heart. His joke was most often that he found out he wasn't heartless after all. He is survived by the love of his life, Julie Ann (Wirth) Howe and her children, Kimberly (Adam) Ball and Joseph (Crystal) Howe, as well as her grandchildren, Braedyn and Bentley. He is further survived by his two children, his two ultimate pride and joys in life, Riley (Austin Varga) Loebbaka of Kronenwetter and Jacob Loebbaka of Weston; his brother Paul ( Michelle) Loebbaka; nephews, Brenden, Spencer and Tyler of Darboy; as well as many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and so many close and special friends. Funeral services will be held at 5:00 pm on Sunday, December 17, 2017 at Brainard Funeral Home-Everest Chapel, 5712 Memorial Court, Weston. Visitation will take place from 2:00 pm until the time of services at the funeral home. As someone who wanted to continue to give, Andy donated his eyes and skin so others could live a better life. Andy asks, in lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the family or to Lost Dogs of Wisconsin, a very important focus in his life. One of the most loved sayings Andy had in life, was one he learned from his late mother, "Oaks grow strong in contrary winds, and diamonds are always made under pressure.