Laverne Marie Newby, 79

Laverne Marie Newby, age 79, of Stevens Point, passed away at Marshfield Medical Center on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, after a brief illness.

Laverne was born on January 13, 1943, to the late Vincent and Florence (née Koscielski) Przybylski. She was a lifelong resident of Stevens Point, graduating from Maria High School in 1961.

The greatest joy in Laverne’s life was her family. She enjoyed spending time with everyone whenever she could, whether at family parties, holidays, or just a random weekend visit. She was always quick to volunteer to help out and babysit, becoming very close in the process with many of her nieces and nephews and, eventually, their children as well.

Laverne was an aficionado and lover of cars, owning a total of 70 over her lifetime and always on the lookout for her next ride. She enjoyed detailing and working on her vehicles almost as much as she enjoyed driving them. She was also an avid reader and sports fan, whether watching on television or attending one of “the kids’” many youth and high school games over the years.

She will be remembered for her humor, her spirit, her independence, and the love she gave to all she met.

Laverne is survived by her sisters Delores (Fred) Haase, and Linda (Jeffrey) Nowak, and brother Roger (Cheri) Przybylski, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends that will miss her very much. She was preceded in death by her parents, as well as her sister Elaine (Chet) Bukowski.

Laverne’s loving and generous spirit will continue to touch lives, as it was her desire that when she passed her body would be donated to the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine. As such, no immediate formal memorial service is planned. A celebration of her life will take place in May of 2023.

Pisarski Funeral home assisted the family with arrangements.