Michael D. Stefonik, 67, passed into glory/eternity on Thursday February 18th, 2021 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital.  He was born on February 9th, 1954 in Rhinelander, WI to Donald M. and Viola (Brunette) Stefonik who preceded him in death.  He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Nancy (Poskie); children Maryann (Eli) Semer of Fremont, OH, Sarah (Ericka) Koepke of Mequon, WI, and Michael J. (Erin Keniry) of Fitchburg, WI; granddaughters Victoria Johnston and Eliza Semer who were the light of his life; siblings Philip (Jeanne) of Madison, WI, Steven (Patricia) of Appleton, WI, JoAnn Bos of Rhinelander, WI, and Thomas (Sue) of Wausau, WI. Mike was described by those who knew him as charming and friendly, and he was always quick to share a joke or compliment to brighten someone's day.  His Christian faith and love of his family were always his first priorities, followed by a great passion for golf. Mike was an altruist, and the greatest gift that he would ask is that others receive with gratitude what he was able to give.  For that reason and in lieu of flowers, please consider contributing to a charity or non-profit organization in memory of Mike.  The family personally supports The Salvation Army ( The Salvation Army USA ), St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ( St. Jude Children's Research Hospital ), and First Tee ( First Tee - Homepage | First Tee ), a non-profit organization which teaches golf and life lessons to children. Due to Covid the family is choosing to have no services at this time.  A private Celebration of Life will be held on Easter 2021.