Wendy G.

Berzinski

Wendy Grace Berzinski

1963 - 2026 (63)

On November 11th, 2026 our angel went to heaven.

Wendy was the second to youngest of ten children. Born on July 18th, 1963 to Raymond and Mary (Goodenough) Berzinski at Tri–County Memorial Hospital in Whitehall, WI. Born with Down Syndrome, the doctor said that she would never walk or talk and suggested that she be institutionalized, but her mom said “no,” and the family rallied around her. Wendy was walking and talking by the age of three, and she never slowed down.

Wendy graduated from Blair High School and worked 30 plus years at ORC in Arcadia. Her achievements were due to her vibrant personality, her love for everyone, and the many people supporting her throughout her life.

Wendy was known for her abundance of joy and love, and she lived a full and happy life. Her love of music and dance brought her and everyone around her so much joy. She loved quality time with loved ones and gained many friends along the way.

Wendy was a hero; she survived cancer and saved her mother and nieces' lives when they were in need. Wendy was truly an incredible person.

Survivors include her siblings Rita (Bruce) Nelson, Rae Delle Nelson, Lynette “Lynn” (Mike) Olson, Margaret “Peggy” (Gary) Boe, Lowe “Butch” (Pam) Berzinski, Mark (Heidi) Berzinski, Elizabeth “Betsy” (Mike) Tushkowski, and Brian (Rachel) Berzinski, step-sister, Marie Walter, 20 nieces and nephews, 30 great nieces and nephews, and 9 great–great nieces and nephews.

Preceding Wendy in death were her mother, Mary Berzinski–Wiltsie, father, Raymond Berzinski, stepfather, Robert (Red) Wiltsie, sister, Lucinda (Cindy) Berzinski, her brother in–law “Grand–Daddy” Steven Nelson, and nephew, Nathan Stevens.

Services will be held on Wednesday, November 18th at St. Ansgar’s Catholic Church in Blair, WI. Visitation will be held from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm, Funeral Mass from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, and fellowship at the Town of Preston Hall from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Wendy will be laid to rest at the Rest Haven Cemetery in Blair, WI.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Ansgar’s Catholic Church, Grandview Care Center, Emplify Tri–County Hospital Health in Whitehall, WI, Special Olympics, and/or charity of choice.

A very special thank you to the staff at GVCC, you know who you are. Wendy became your family, and we love you for the care and love you showed her. Special thank you to Emplify Health staff. You cared for Wendy in a way that no one else could and thank you for “Wendy’s Room.” St. Croix Hospice, thank you for your great care. Lastly, we want to extend a thank you to everyone who loved and cared for Wendy throughout her extraordinary life.