John Novitski

John Novitski, 55, beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Son, Uncle, and Son-in-law, joined his dad in heaven on January 19, 2026. He entered this world on October 27, 1970 in Green Bay WI, the oldest born to Richard (Dick) and Gloria Novitski. He is survived by his wife Jennifer Novitski; daughters Joselyn and Jada Novitski; mother Gloria Novitski; sister and brother-in-law Maria and Jerry Socha; brother and sister-in-law Andy and Leslie-Ann Novitski; mother-in-law and father-in-law Helen and Peter Wachtendonk; brother-in-law and sister-in-law Mike and Vicki Wachtendonk; sister-in-law and brother-in-law Cindy and Travis Bartlett; nieces Madeline Smith, Amelia Novitski and Brianna Bartlett; nephews Dominik Novitski, Jordan Bartlett, Justin Wachtendonk and wife Brenna, Eric Wachtendonk and a great nephew JJ Wachtendonk. He is also lovingly missed by many cousins. He is preceded in death by his loving father, Dick Novitski and Uncle Bob Novitski.

John was someone who found joy in life's simple pleasures. Some of John's happiest moments were spent near the water, fishing rod in hand, listening to Journey, and spending time with Jenny and the girls. Whether the fish were biting or not, time with family was time well spent. John was always ready with a listening ear, and a funny story to make you smile. John's generous nature meant you would find him helping with a 4H fundraiser, mowing his mom's lawn, or grilling on the ice. A lifelong Packers fan, you could also find John being the armchair expert during games, furiously texting with family and friends as the game progressed.

John will be remembered by the all the ways he loved his family. We take comfort in knowing John is in heaven listening to 80s hard rock and polka music, debating Packers plays, and telling fishing stories with his dad and Uncle Bob.

The funeral liturgy for John will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1810 N. McDonald Street, Appleton of Tuesday January 27th at 11:00 AM with Fr. Bob Kabat and Deacon Lincoln Wood officiating. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:00 AM until the time of services. John will be laid to rest privately at a later date.