Gary Allen Turzinski, 68 of Wausau passed away unexpectedly on April 21, 2022 surrounded by his loving family at Aspirus Wausau Hospital. He was born on September 26, 1953 to Edwin and Delores (Budnik) Turzinski. He is survived by his loving wife Ellen, his mother Delores, three sons; Daniel (Shannon) Turzinski, Marshfield, Clint Kostroski, Wausau, Ryan Turzinski, Rothschild, one daughter; Julie (Reginald Smith) Turzinski, Weston, two brothers; Tom Turzinski, Woodruff, Jeff Turzinski, Schofield, two sisters; Tina (Andy Schoeder) Fabel, Rothschild, Lori (Paul) Ostrowski, Ringle, sister-in-law; Scarlet Turzinski, Wausau, grandchildren Channing and Chase Turzinski as well as many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father Edwin and brother Dale Turzinski. Gary was loved by many and will be deeply missed by all. Gary loved going to sporting events, watching the Brewers and Packers, enjoyed hunting and playing softball. His greatest enjoyment was spending time with Ellen and the entire family, going up north for the holidays and to "Sister's" for family reunions. He will always be remembered for his selflessness and his desire to put others' needs before his own. Services will be held at St. Mark Catholic Church on Friday, April 29, 2022 with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 12:00 p.m. officiated by Father Al Slowiak. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com