Michael S. "Firgy" Firkus age 64, died unexpectedly on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at his home. He was born on August 2, 1952 in Milwaukee to Stephen and Mary (Haka) Firkus. Firgy served in the U.S. Army from 1971 until 1974. He was formerly employed with J-Star Industries in Fort Atkinson, Swiggum Concrete in Cottage Grove, Badger Disposal and The Cage in Columbus. Firgy was an avid Packer, Badger and Brewer fan. He also enjoyed fishing year round, but he most enjoyed planting, tending and harvesting his garden. Survivors include his four children Tressan Firkus (Ben Hall) of Beaver Dam, Shawn Firkus (Charity Strohbeen) of Columbus, Jennifer (Ryan) Shepard and Crystal Firkus (Joshua Kayser) all of Beaver Dam; seven grandchildren; his longtime companion Patricia "Pat" Ramirez; one sister Shirley (Anthony) Peplinski of Hustisford; two brothers Jim (Mary) of Neenah and John (Barb) of Fort Atkinson; his former wife Cheryl Firkus of Beaver Dam; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother and his great nephew Ty Hunter Nordstrom. Visitation was from 4:00 P.M. until 6:00 P.M. on Wednesday, December 14, 2016 at Jensen Funeral & Cremation in Columbus. A private family service was held with military honors. Inurnment will be in St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, Whitewater.