Thomas (Tom) Messerknecht, a lifelong resident of Weston passed away January 6, 2019 after suffering from the effects of acute pancreatitis and other health issues. Tom is survived by his brother Jeff (Barb) Messerknecht and Sister Luanne (Arnie) Heil and their children Dawn and Erik Heil, cousins, neighbors and countless friends. A Celebration of Life of a well-lived life will be held on Friday, January 25, 2019 at John J. Buettgen Funeral Home 948 Grand Ave, Schofield. Visitation will be from 3:00 ~ 6:00 p.m. Come share and remember Tom's life. Thank you to all who cared for Tom throughout the years and especially during his many trips to the Hospital and Rehab. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences can be expressed at www.HonorOne.com