Ronald Norman Pagenkopf

Ronald Norman Pagenkopf, passed away Friday, July 25th 2025. He was born on April 25, 1949, the Son of Norman and Edna (Kirchhoff) Pagenkopf in Caryville, WI, and when young moved to Cadott, WI. He attended Eau Claire, WI Technical College for a Machinist degree.

Ronald N Pagenkopf married Mary Leis on November 1st, 1975 and lived in Cadott, WI. In January 1982, he moved to Burnett County WI, where he raised his children and also worked at Horton/Nexen until his retirement in 2014. Ron was a gentle and loving husband and devoted father. An avid outdoorsman, Ron found joy in the tranquility of nature, often casting a line with family friends. He was deeply committed to helping others, always lending a hand in his church and to friends. Ron's smile and warm spirit created memorable moments that will be missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife Mary; children, Ann (Bob) Buckley, Sara (Alan) Kluge, Susan (Luke) Monahan, and Joseph Pagenkopf; grandchildren, Crystal (Cory) Trogner, William Kluge, Elizabeth Kluge, Declan Monahan, and Molly Monahan; great-granddaughter, Kinley Trogner; siblings, Coeta Peloquin, Mary (Jim) Tumm, and Richard (Jackie) Pagenkopf. He is further survived by his beloved aunt, Betty Sarrett and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers- in-law John "Chuck" Peloquin, Bernard "Nick" and Gerald "Jerry" Leis.

Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 beginning at 3 pm at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Webster, WI with Scott Petersen and Vicar Josh Henry officiating. Visitation will be from 1 pm until the time of the service Sunday at the church. Ron will be laid to rest at the Chelmo (Lutheran Cemetery) on Old Hwy 35 following the service. Online Condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.