Passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at the age of 58. Preceded in death by his parents Arland and Della Essig. Loving husband to Kim, beloved dad to Ben (Brittany) and Nate and survived by his faithful companions Max and Diesel. Dear brother to Patti (Dave) Waszak and Terri (Frank) Pawlarczyk. Also survived by his sister-in-law Kristy (James) Colston, brothers-in-law Brad (Sharon) Starich and Thomas Starich. Further survived by his grand puppy Pabst, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation at South Milwaukee United Methodist Church (1327 Marshall Ave) on Saturday, August 11 from 9 am to 12 pm with a service to follow at 12 pm. Donations can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Fund.