Donald "Don" A. Stanek, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025 at the age of 94.  He is proceeded in death by his wife of 55 years, Shirley Stanek (Drewitz) and brother George (Audrey) Stanek.  He is survived by his son Dr. Scott (Mimi) Stanek and daughter Sally (Mark) Follett.  He was a devoted grandfather to Jenny (Zac) Wenzel, Dr. Peter (Erin) Stanek, Katie Stanek, Brett (Emily) Follett, Patrick (Katie) Stanek and great grandchildren Emme, Abby, Kathryn, Samantha, Gemma, Henry, Camila, Riley and Lucie.  Don was also survived and loved by his brother Jim and sister-in-law Lois.  He was cherished by nieces, nephews, extended family and countless friends.

Don and Shirley lived and traveled all over the world in their 55 years together and always called Wisconsin home.

Don was a graduate of Marquette University with a masters in Chemistry.  He went on to get his Ph.D. in Paper Chemistry from Lawrence University.  He was a mill manager of both Thilmany Papers in Kaukauna and Shawano Paper Mill through is career.

Don was a 59-year member of St. Pius X Catholic Church in Appleton.  He was involved with St. Pius as a religious education teacher and trustee.

There will be a private service for Don.  We would like to thank the team at St. Camillus in Wauwatosa where Don spent his last 5 years for their compassion and support of Don.  In lieu of flowers, please consider supporting St. Camillus or St. Pius X Catholic Church.