Gerald "Stud" Studinski, 62, passed away after a short battle with cancer on March 8, 2023 with his loving wife, Sharon, by his side holding his hand. Gerald was born August 21, 1960 to the late Rhody and Patricia (Kruzitski) Studinski. He worked for FF Mengel and then worked for American Asphalt until he retired in 2015. Gerald had a passion for cars and opened his own body shop in his backyard (Custer Body Shop). He spent most of his time in his shop working. He loved taking trips to look at cars and pick up car parts. In his time away from the shop he enjoyed attending car shows, watching Nascar, fishing, and shooting the bull with neighbors and friends. He knew everyone and everyone knew him. Gerald was quite the character and he didn't need to impress anyone. He was a straight shooter and told it as it was.

He married his greatest love, Sharon Tessmer, on January 1, 1998 in Honolulu, Hawaii. He welcomed her four children and together they built their family.

Survivors include his wife, Sharon, her children: Robert (Valdemar Lombardo) Deppe, Seth (Kara) Deppe, Heidi Deppe and Zebulon (Sara) Winkler. Seven grandchildren: Alexandria, Austin, Sarah, Danielle, Benjamin, Emeral, Marcella and three great-grandchildren: Aubrey, Gracie, Bennett. His siblings: Barb (Phil) Alm, Randy (Cori) Studinski and, Laurie (Randy) Lutz; three nephews: Shane, Nate (Katy), Adam (Jessica); two nieces: Breanna (Dan), Brittany (Matt); six great-nieces and two great-nephews. Two special Godsons: Rick and Adam. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and close friends.

Preceding him in death are his parents Rhody and Patricia Studinski, niece Katie Alm, and great nephew Arlo Alm.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 21st from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm at St Mary's Catholic Church in Custer. Mass will follow at 1:00 pm.

A special thank you to his care team at Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital for their professional and compassionate care: Dr. Ravindra Hanumaiah, Dr. Rezwan Islam, Dr. Eric Anderson, Dr. Christopher Swiecki, Nurse Kay, and Nurse Virgie.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS