Jerome "Romie" Nowakowski

May 20, 1950 - December 6, 2021

Jerome "Romie" Jerry Nowakowski passed away unexpectedly at his home December 6, 2021. Romie was born May 20, 1950 in Berlin, Wisconsin. Romie was an active farmer for many years before going to WMHI and then the Department of Corrections. Romie loved his retirement job driving school bus for the Berlin area. Romie and Brenda enjoyed going on fishing trips and traveling. Romie enjoyed hunting, woodworking, and spending time in the kitchen. Romie was a staff sergeant in the Air Force from March 20, 1969 to February 11, 1974. Romie is survived by his wife, Brenda; sons, Marvin and Chris (Leslie); daughters, Tracy (Mark) and Cindie (Steve); grandchildren, Mia, Mason, Christopher, Madyson, and Stephen; his brother, Leonard; and sister, Suzie (Robert). He was preceded in death by his parents, Louie and Clara; his first wife, Jan; son, Aaron; and sister, Louise. Romie will be greatly missed by family and friends. There will be a celebration of life for Romie at a future date.