Lee W. Bocik, age 79 of Shawano, passed away Thursday morning, January 24, 2019, in Shawano, following a tremendous battle with heart disease and cancer.
Lee was born October 7, 1939, in Kenosha, a son of the late Jules and Helen (Sicawolski) Bocik. He attended school in Kenosha, graduating from Kenosha Bradford High School in 1959. Following school he became a police officer for the City of Kenosha, and worked his way up to Detective. He fought crime in the Kenosha, later becoming an undercover officer in the fight against drugs, prostitution, and homicide. On March 13, 1982 he was united in marriage to the former Sandra (Juse) Zimmerman at Trinity Lutheran Chapel in Appleton. The couple lived in Appleton until 1986, when they moved to Shawano. Lee fulfilled a lifelong dream and built his own home. He had a true passion for building. He worked for Torborg Lumber for 13 years, retiring in 2010.
Lee is a member of the Church on the Hill in Shawano. He loved all things “golf”. The couple enjoyed traveling to Florida on numerous occasions. Lee also loved to gamble at casinos. He was a wonderful father, husband, and grandfather.
Survivors include his loving and devoted wife, Sandi Bocik of Shawano; three children, Jeff (Victoria) Bocik of Rapid City, SD, Kim (Jim) Parker of Florida, and Sally (Steve) Stewart of California; two step-children, Randy (Dawn) Zimmerman of Shawano, and Cariann (Scott Macco) Zimmerman of Green Bay; nine grandchildren, Jake, Jeric, Addison, Madge, Abbie, Nick, Erin, Jamie, and Ryan; two great-grandchildren, Zaiden and Azealia; and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Lee was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Julius Bocik.
A Celebration of the Life of Lee Bocik will be held on Saturday, February 2, 2019 at 2:00 PM at the Church on the Hill in Shawano. Pastor Claudia Deede will officiate. Visitation will take place at the church from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers and plants, the family requests memorials be made to the Church on the Hill in Lee’s name.
A note from Sandi… ”Lee’s stay at Atrium Birch Hill started in September, so we got to know many nurses and staff there. I really can’t say enough about his caregivers. There were too many to mention, but to name a few very special ladies – Michelle – Sarah – Bobbi – Mary, and so many more. A special shout out to Kyle, and hugs to all of the dedicated staff. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you – love to you all!”
Mickelson Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family
