Ralph L. Maciosek Sr. Born on August 17, 1924 in Ashland, Wisconsin passed on October 16, 2013 at age 89. Ralph’s early years were spent in Cable, Wisconsin. He came west at 18 and worked on some of the big farms on the Palouse in Idaho before being called to serve during World War II. He was a Marine who served on the Navy ship USS Yorktown and USS Pennington. After discharge he went home to Cable WI, then returned to Idaho where he married Joy Carol Large and raised his family. He worked as a logger and in the local mines. Eventually settling in the Wolf Lodge, Blue Creek area in Coeur d’alene. He went to work for Idaho Forest industries at the D’ Armond sawmill for many years. At retirement he was the mill supervisor. He was passionate about horse logging, he was always in search of another big cob. Hobbies included panning for gold, fishing for silvers, and gathering firewood for family. He especially loved golfing with his brother in law Ray.

He is survived by daughter Wanda (Bob)Bandurski, sister Donna Mae Maurer, daughter-in-law Kathy Maciosek, niece Sherry Saffeels, grandchildren Brian (Brenda) Jones Toledo, WA, Richard( Nazreen)Jones Vancouver, WA. Marilyn (Kelly)Buroker, Melanie (Jess) White, Jeramy (Tamira)Maciosek, Kelly (Tom) Paul, Josh (Shaila) Maciosek of Coeur d’ Alene, Idaho. 13 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Ralph is preceded in death by parents John and Iva, sons Glen and Ralph Jr. (Buck) Maciosek. At Ralph’s request, no service will be held: The family wishes to thank hospice of north Idaho for their comfort care of Ralph during his last days. Also for the loving attention and great care from Sherry Saffeels during his last years, and Donna Mae for being present and helping during his last month. In lieu of flowers, donations to hospice of north Idaho www.honi.org or charity of choice can be made. Ralph said “ cut a block of wood, catch a fish and drink a bud for him”.