Peter J. Michalski of West Bend, WI was called home to eternal life on January 26, 2022. He was 31 years old.
Peter was born to David and Cindy (nee Herbst) Michalski on July 16, 1990, in Milwaukee, WI.
Peter was raised in West Bend, WI. He played West Bend Little League and was a member of the West Bend Swim Club and high school swim team. He was a graduate of West Bend East and continued his education at UW Oshkosh where he graduated in 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and friendships that lasted a lifetime. Peter was a member of the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Alumni Association.
Peter was quite the character showing off his minimalist attitude through his fashion style of tie-dyed t-shirts and flannels. He never left the house without a hat and sunglasses or a hug and a “see ya next time.” He had a big heart and cared deeply for his family.
Peter was very intelligent; we would often see his passion for math and science through random equations he’d write on napkins or scratch paper. His constant need to learn was fulfilled through research “for fun” and reading. If he wasn’t found challenging himself in the realm of science, he could be found online gaming with his nephews or playing cards. He never turned down a card game or dominoes with the family. Family was very important to Peter. He always had time for picnics at Mauthe Lake, fishing and hunting trips, golf outings, playing darts with his brothers or watching a game. He supported his nieces and nephews in all their endeavors and enjoyed just hanging out with them. He was a diehard Wisconsin sports fan.
Peter excelled at the sports he played. He was an avid swimmer; baseball player and he ruled the basketball court in the neighbor’s driveway. He looked forward to his annual disc golf, camping trip with his college buddies. Peter enjoyed traveling – whether to the cabin on Post Lake, Montana to visit his sister, or a big international vacation. If he could go, he went.
Peter is survived by his parents, David and Cindy, Maternal Grandparents William and Marvella Herbst, Paternal Grandmother Marguerite Michalski, sister Michele (JT), brothers, Steven (Tanya) and Andrew (Emily). Nieces and nephews; Jordan, Jakob, Haylee, Zeva, Isabel, Brady, Wyatt and Colton. Further survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends.
Preceded in death by his Paternal Grandfather David J. Michalski and his beloved dog Lucy.
A special thank you to family and friends for the outpouring of support during this difficult time.
In lieu of flowers memorials to the family are appreciated.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 6:00 pm on Thursday, February 3rd at the Phillip Funeral Home Chapel (1420 W Paradise Dr West Bend). Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 5:45 pm.