Obituary for Lawrence N. Mudrock
Lawrence N. Mudrock Jr.
Entered into Glory to be with his Lord and Savior on January 22, 2021 at the age of 88. Loving husband of Yoshiko (nee Yoshida) Mudrock of 67 years. Beloved father of the late Robert Mudrock, John (Kay) Mudrock, Jacqueline (James) Graef, and Ronald (Marla) Mudrock. Proud grandfather of James J.(Paula) Graef Jr., Chad (Heidi) Graef, Shawn (Jacque) Graef, David Graef, Joseph (Angelica) Graef, Jordan (Jamie) Mudrock, Marissa Mudrock, Adam (Catie) Unold, Claudia (Carl) Surtees, Lisa Mudrock-Werner, and Lori Mudrock. Best great-grandpa of Abby, Emily, Kolten, Max, Savanah, Hadley, Jordan (Scott), Meghan, Gabrielle, Mya, Alex, Hunter, Emma, Damien, Avery, Evelyn, Cody, Taylor, Milo, Bennet, Margo, Brielle, Lucas, Ava, Gavin, and Emmett. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Ann Marie; siblings, Donna (Darryl) Mudrock, Jerry (the late Kathy) Mudrock and Gary Mudrock. Everyone knew him as "Fruit Snacks" or "Banana Grandpa".
He worked for Briggs & Statton for 34 years before retiring. Lawrence met his life long love, Yoshiko while stationed in Japan for three and a half years; serving his country in the Korean War. He was a proud United States Air Force Veteran. Lawrence was a Radio Operator, well versed in all Military communications. His most significant duty assignment was being with the 528th Air Control and Warning Squadron. He received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Occupation Medal (Japan) and Good Conduct Medal. His passion first and foremost was his wife Yoshiko, his family, hunting and fishing. He was a true Patriot who Loved and served his country defending our Constitution and 2nd Amendment Rights.
Lawrence loved classical music and hymns of old. His sense of humor and wit was contagious. He will forever be in our hearts; "WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN".
A visitation will be held on Sat., Feb. 13, 2021, from 10:00-11:30 AM with a service to follow at 11:30 AM at the WeatherStone Church, 1500 South West Lane, New Berlin, WI 53146. Covid Restrictions do apply, Masks and Social Distancing should be followed.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project, St. Jude's, or the NRA are appreciated.
Entered into Glory to be with his Lord and Savior on January 22, 2021 at the age of 88. Loving husband of Yoshiko (nee Yoshida) Mudrock of 67 years. Beloved father of the late Robert Mudrock, John (Kay) Mudrock, Jacqueline (James) Graef, and Ronald (Marla) Mudrock. Proud grandfather of James J.(Paula) Graef Jr., Chad (Heidi) Graef, Shawn (Jacque) Graef, David Graef, Joseph (Angelica) Graef, Jordan (Jamie) Mudrock, Marissa Mudrock, Adam (Catie) Unold, Claudia (Carl) Surtees, Lisa Mudrock-Werner, and Lori Mudrock. Best great-grandpa of Abby, Emily, Kolten, Max, Savanah, Hadley, Jordan (Scott), Meghan, Gabrielle, Mya, Alex, Hunter, Emma, Damien, Avery, Evelyn, Cody, Taylor, Milo, Bennet, Margo, Brielle, Lucas, Ava, Gavin, and Emmett. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Lawrence was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Ann Marie; siblings, Donna (Darryl) Mudrock, Jerry (the late Kathy) Mudrock and Gary Mudrock. Everyone knew him as "Fruit Snacks" or "Banana Grandpa".
He worked for Briggs & Statton for 34 years before retiring. Lawrence met his life long love, Yoshiko while stationed in Japan for three and a half years; serving his country in the Korean War. He was a proud United States Air Force Veteran. Lawrence was a Radio Operator, well versed in all Military communications. His most significant duty assignment was being with the 528th Air Control and Warning Squadron. He received the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Occupation Medal (Japan) and Good Conduct Medal. His passion first and foremost was his wife Yoshiko, his family, hunting and fishing. He was a true Patriot who Loved and served his country defending our Constitution and 2nd Amendment Rights.
Lawrence loved classical music and hymns of old. His sense of humor and wit was contagious. He will forever be in our hearts; "WE WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN".
A visitation will be held on Sat., Feb. 13, 2021, from 10:00-11:30 AM with a service to follow at 11:30 AM at the WeatherStone Church, 1500 South West Lane, New Berlin, WI 53146. Covid Restrictions do apply, Masks and Social Distancing should be followed.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project, St. Jude's, or the NRA are appreciated.