Jack Radandt

Jack Radandt, 75, passed away April 19, 2018. He was born August 7, 1942, the son of the late Jack and Lila (Ohlson) Radandt. You could call Jack a workaholic. He began his career in the family grocery store, bagging potatoes, stocking shelves and delivering groceries. He also spent time working at Wausau Floral, planting and weeding. After graduation from Madison Business College, he worked in management positions for Woolco in Michigan and Wisconsin. He had a long career with Southern Convenience Company and spent 30 years living in Florida, Alabama, and the Carolinas. He retired in 2005 and returned to Wausau. The best thing about returning to Wausau was that he could enjoy Sam's pizza anytime! During his retirement, he found he had time on his hands, so he took several part-time jobs. When he could no longer work due to health issues, he still enjoyed playing Santa for friends and family. Jack enjoyed watching Packer and Badger football games... and was happy to attend a number of games when he returned to Wisconsin. Casinos called to him occasionally and he enjoyed exercising at the NCHC pool. Jack loved to sing, especially the old hymns he learned in grade school and would join in with the choirs as he watched Mass on television. Jack is survived by his son, Dale Radandt; step-daughter Tammy Aultman; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is also survived by one sister, Kathy Krueger, nine nieces and nephews; and good friends "Shep" and Joyce Schoepke, who all went the "extra mile" for him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Marge Rajek and Helen Bartelme; and three brother-in-law's, Harry Rajek, Bob Bartelme, and Roger Krueger. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew Parish, 229 S. 28th Ave, Wausau, on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at 11:00 am with visitation starting at 10:00 am. Father Jim Bartelme, Jack's nephew, will preside with Rev Robert C. Thorn as the co-celebrant. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established which will include The Heart of the Nation TV Mass, which Jack enjoyed weekly.