Roger Rybaski, 83 year old resident of Pierz, MN, passed away on Wednesday, November 4th at the St. Cloud Hospital. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, November 11th at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pierz. Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 10th and from 9:30-10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, November 11th all visitation times will be held at Emblom Brenny Funeral Service in Pierz, MN. A Knights of Columbus Office of the Dead prayer at 7:00 P.M followed at 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
Roger was born on November 9, 1942, in Argyle, Minnesota, to Frank and Victoria Rybaski. It was in Argyle that he developed the values of hard work, resilience, and community connection that would guide him throughout his life. On December 15, 1973, he married his beloved Janice Gryskiewicz at Assumption Catholic Church in Florian, MN. Together, they built a warm and nurturing home for their cherished children: Rachael, Gabriel, Michael, and Angeline. In 1988, they embraced new adventures by relocating to Pierz in 1988, where Roger continued to extend his warmth to family and friends. Throughout his diverse career, Roger wore many hats—from farming and truck driving to serving as a beloved bus driver for the Pierz school district. His passion for photography also flourished, leading him to become the proud owner of “Forever Still Photography,” where he captured the joyful moments of life that he cherished deeply. Roger’s enthusiasm extended to the great outdoors, as he was an avid deer hunter, master gardener, and ice fisherman—the latter, particularly during memorable trips to Lake of the Woods. Known affectionately as “Roger Rabbit” by neighborhood children, he unhesitatingly shared the fruits of his garden, further exemplifying his generous spirit.
A faithful member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and an active participant in the Knights of Columbus and because of his love for Jesus, Roger touched lives with his kindness and good humor. He celebrated family vacations—dear to his heart—fondly referred to as “Business Trips,” and his love for polka music filled the air with joy and laughter.
Roger is survived by his devoted wife, Janice; their loving children, Rachael (Jeremy) Hanson, Gabriel Rybaski, Michael (Amy) Rybaski, and Angeline (Jason) McDuffee; his brother, Frank (Janene) Rybaski. his treasured grandchildren, Nichole Shaffer, Kylie McDuffee, Samantha Rybaski, Alex Rybaski, Carter Rybaski, Katelynn Rybaski, and Erin Rybaski; and a great-grandson, Sawyer Douglas Wright;
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law Roger Gryskiewicz, and his nephews, Jeremy Rybaski and Ryan Gryskiewicz.
Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Roger.
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