Jeffrey “Jeff” W. Armbrust
1952-2022
Jeffrey “Jeff” W. Armbrust, 69, of Medford, passed away on Monday, Apr. 11, 2022 at Circle of Love, an adult family home in Weston. A Funeral Mass for Jeff will take place at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Apr. 23 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, with Rev. Patrick McConnell and Father Joe Stefancin officiating. Burial will follow at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will take place at Holy Rosary on Friday, Apr. 22 from 4 p.m. until the time of a prayer service at 7 p.m.. Visitation will continue at the church on Saturday, Apr. 23 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.
Jeff was born on Dec. 2, 1952 to Robert and Ruth (Doctor) Armbrust in Medford. He attended Holy Rosary School through 8th grade and went to Medford High School. He received a residential design degree from Northcentral technical college and went on to receive a Bachelor of Science degree in Religious Studies and History from Viterbo College in Lacrosse. Jeff married Michele Noble on Sept. 22, 1979 in Milwaukee. They have been married 42 years.
After college and marriage, Jeff lived in Milwaukee for four years working as a meat cutter in a local grocery store; in 1983 he moved back to Medford and was a meat cutter at Armbrust Meats, his family’s business. He then proceeded to work as the Religious Education Director/Youth Minister at Holy Rosary Church for 12 years. Jeff had an authentic joy and desire to introduce the Lord to young people in a deep and personal way. During that time, he also owned and operated Lickety -Split where he made delicious custard and great food. He ran that business for seven years. He was a mentor to many young people whom he worked with. He also worked as a sales associate for Klingbeil Lumber Company up until the time of his accident. Jeff had a strong work ethic and enjoyed all his career opportunities.
Jeff’s ability to imagine, design and create was evident in his many remodeling projects, his intricate flower gardens, backyard pond, gazebo, and in his carpentry work. He was the organizer of family Brewer games and gatherings; he loved spending time with his family and friends at the cottage and at the family’s hunting shack. He enjoyed anything outdoors especially boating, camping and always having the latest WI Atlas and Gazetteer so he could take the back roads to any destination. He was an avid sports fan and often attended Badger, Brewer and Packer games. Most of all he loved spending time with his family.
On July 1, 2011, Jeff took a fall and suffered a traumatic brain injury. His family was fortunate and blessed to have found his home away from home at Circle of Love, an adult family home in Weston where he has resided since 2012. His family could never repay the love and care that was shown to Jeff and his family. He also went to Aurora Day Center three days a week, where he socialized, worked on daily skills, and enjoyed outings. His roommates, Brenda, Millie, and Alaina and all the folks who gently cared for Jeff will always hold a special place in the family’s hearts. You have become their second family.
Jeff was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his wife, Michele; children, Rachel (Luke) Dixon, Luke (Cathie) Armbrust, Anna (Andy) Strnad; grandchildren, Natalyn, William and Beatrice Dixon, Oscar and Francis Armbrust, and Elaine and Quinn Strnad; siblings, Michael (Sally) Armbrust, Tom (Mary) Armbrust, JoAnne (Don) Faust, Becky (Doug) LeClair, Susan (Rick) Knopp; father-in-law, Paul Noble; siblings-in-law Patrica Noble, Ron (Cathy) Gotzler, Clark Peterson. Jeff is further survived by lifelong friend, Dave LeClair and other family and friends.
Jeff was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Agnes Armbrust; mother-in-law, Charlotte Noble, and sister-in-law, Susan Peterson.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Holy Rosary School or Religious Ed. Programs.
Hemer-Pickerign Funeral & Cremation Services of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. Online condolences can be left at www.hemerfuneralservice. com.
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