Randal J. Grossbier Obituary (1964 - 2023)

Randal (Randy) J. Grossbier, age 59, of Elk Mound, WI passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 20, 2023 at his home. He was born January 19, 1964, in Marshfield, WI to Robert and Patsy (Riemer) Grossbier. He grew up in Iola, WI and graduated from Iola-Scandinavia High School in 1982. Growing up, Randy worked alongside his dad in the family meat shop, as well as their grocery store. He learned all his meat processing and butchering skills from his dad, of which he carried over into his own meat plant operation. Randy married Stephany Loken September 23, 1989 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Iola. They had three children. After moving to the Menomonie area, Randy worked at Downsville Meat Processors for seventeen years until he started his own meat shop at their home. For the last fifteen years he has been the owner and operator of CAL Packers, formerly known as Spring Brook Meats. In his free time, Randy enjoyed watching James Bond movies and WWE wrestling, as well as hanging out in his shed working on various projects. Being very handy, Randy has made several pieces of furniture in his home, and constructed many things for the meat plant. Spending time with family and friends was very important to him. A perfect night for Randy included sitting around the bonfire with his family, with a cold Leinenkugels in his hand, talking about the good ole days. Randy is survived by his wife, Stephany of Elk Mound; two daughters and one son, Alexus “Lexi” Grossbier of Elk Mound, Colin Grossbier of Elk Mound and Adriana “Addie” Grossbier of Elk Mound; his mother Patsy; sisters, Debbie Reynolds, Cheri (Steve) Bishop, and Jodi (Gerald) Poltrock; brother Dan (Dawn) Grossbier; he is futher survived by several nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert. Visitation will be 4 to 7 PM Tuesday July 25, 2023, at Olson’s Funeral Home in Menomonie. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday July 26, 2023, at Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church in Elk Mound with Pastor Mary Eide officiating. Family and friends are welcome at the church one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to Shepherd of the Hill Lutheran Church or to an organization of your choosing.