Obituary of Mike Gelein

Mike Gelein, age 56, passed away on December 4, 2023 in Hudson, WI.

Mike is survived by his three beautiful daughters Mckinley (21), Mariana (18) and Gabby (16) and their loving mom Wendy. In addition, Mike leaves behind his mother Pam Gelein, stepmother Anne Gelein, grandmother Laverne Becker and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and cousins. Mike is proceeded in death by his father Hud Gelein, sister Marit Gelein and his grandfather Robert Becker.

Mike was born on February 19, 1967 in Madison, WI to Hud and Pam Gelein. Mike graduated from Osseo High School in 1985 and moved to Hudson in 1997 where he and Wendy married and where they raised all three girls. Mike was a housing inspector for many years with National Property Inspections until he started staying home full-time to care for the girls.

Mike’s biggest loves were Mckinley, Mariana and Gabby. He was passionate about the Packers, Badgers and anything football as well as golf and in earlier years enjoyed time at the lake, boating, fishing and hunting. He enjoyed spending time with his family and his friends. He had a big laugh and a big heart for all those close to him.

A gathering of family and friends will be held to honor Mike’s beautiful life on Saturday, December 16th at Kilkarney Hills Golf Course, 163 Radio Rd, River Falls, WI from 1-4pm with a short program at 1:30 followed by drinks and appetizers.

In lieu of flowers, donations will be distributed to Gelein Field in Eau Claire, WI, the Green Bay Packers Foundation or other causes according to his wishes.