Arkdale, WI (formerly of Racine) – Joseph F. Holub, age 59, passed away unexpectedly at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse, WI early Monday, May 4, 2020.

One of 11 children, Joe was born in Rice Lake, WI on August 7, 1960 to the late Robert and Lona (nee: Burchell) Holub, Sr. A graduate of J.I. Case High School, he went on to attend Gateway Technical College where he tutored students with special needs in reading and mathematics. During his working career, Joe had been employed as a machinist / grinder by Ganton, GCA, Bombarier and Summit Packaging. He was also quite the handyman. However, the most important position he held….was caring for his beloved Mom & Dad in their time of need, a job he truly accomplished well.

Among his interests, Joe enjoyed; fishing, hunting, cooking for family and friends, a good game of cribbage and being in the northern woods. Above all, he loved spending time with his wonderful family and extensive circle of friends.

Surviving are his daughter, Christina (M) Valiauga; son, Joseph (Alexa) Holub; granddaughter, Ariana Valiauga; brothers & sisters, Robert (Becky) Holub Jr., Diane Grant, Donald Holub, Janet (Rick) Rosploch Jr., James Holub, Richard (Jill) Stefka, Julie Edwards and Jerry Holub; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends – too many to mention all by name.

In addition to his beloved Mom & Dad, Joe was greeted in Heaven by sisters, Helen Lahn and Roberta Rosploch; and brothers-in-law, John Lahn and Roy Edwards.

Services celebrating Joe's life will be held on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 1:00 pm in Christian Faith Fellowship Church, 3303 Nicholson Road in Franksville, with Pastor Willie Scott officiating. Visitation will be in the church on Thursday from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm.

"my name is Joe…but I'm not your average Joe!"