Gregg P. Vigansky, 85 years old of Kenosha, WI passed away peacefully and surrounded by his family on Friday, August 26, 2022, at his home. He was born July 5, 1937, in Kenosha, WI the son of the late Paul H. and Agnes (Koehler) Vigansky. Gregg attended local schools and graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School. He later attended University of Wisconsin-Extension for three semesters before joining his family at Vigansky Appliance in 1949. At 23 he joined the National Guard and studied at the Wisconsin Military Academy to become a commissioned officer. He was one of 52 cadets that made it through the program. Following graduation, Gregg served at Fort Lewis, Washington during the Berlin Crisis of 1961. After returning to Kenosha, he resumed working at the appliance store and on July 18, 1969, he married Joyce Merrell at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church. Together they raised two children, Katrina and Adam. In 1975 Gregg became president of Vigansky Appliance and was in charge of sales and delivery. Early in his career, he helped organize the Kiwanis of Western Kenosha. He was a member for over 60 years and lead many community initiatives. Gregg also served as Chairman for the local chapter of Easter Seals. He was a proud part-owner and president of the Redskins, a semi-professional football team from Kenosha, Racine, Waukegan, and Chicago. In 1992 Gregg obtained his real estate license and started with Bear Realty, later moving to Re/Max where he eventually retired. Gregg is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joyce Vigansky; children, Katrina (Mike) Bowen and Adam Vigansky; brother, Gerald (Helen) Vigansky; grandchildren, Gunar, Garet, Gavin, Eliyahu, Hanna, Tirzah, and Zion; great grandson, Gus; nieces and nephews, Robert (Susan) Vigansky, Carol Vigansky, Sally (Scott) Heins, Dan (Donna) Vigansky, Justin Vigansky, Erick Vigansky, Alex Vigansky, Heidi (Howard) Davis, and Tina (Ken) Cone. Gregg is further survived by his sister-in-law, Diane Vigansky; and brother-in-law, Ken Merrell. He leaves behind other relatives and many friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Franz Vigansky; nephews, Paul Vigansky and Phil Merrell; in laws, Alford (Winona) Merrell; and sister-in-law, Loretta Merrell. Visitation for Gregg will be held on Monday, August 29, 2022, from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m., with services commencing at 2:00 p.m. To live stream the service, please copy and paste the following link into your web browser at 2:00 p.m. https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/9508225193 Entombment will be private at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park. Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Gregg’sOnline Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Carol Vigansky
May 5, 2023
We shared our birthday. He was the 5 th and I was the 2nd of July. He didn't mind that I wanted Angel Food with sprinkles and ballerinas.; It still had to say Uncle Gregg too. He had this huge leather chair at his house perfectly staged to see every Green Bay Game. Babysitting for him and Aunt Joyce New Years and getting snowed in. I am still very proud of my family...Never changed my last name when I got married 37 yrs ago. Once a Vigansky always a Vigansky.Love you all.. Carol Vigansky the Prodical Daughter.
Maria Portalatin
August 29, 2022
Dear Joyce,So sorry to hear about Gregg. My condolences and heartfelt prayers for you and your family.from Maria Portalatin
Judy (Bullamore) Nyland
August 28, 2022
Dear Joyce, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was saddened to learn of Gregg's passing. He was such a great guy, so kind, thoughtful, and loving. He had so much love for his family and the community. Kenosha has lost one of its very best. He will be long remembered for all the good works he did. I will be praying for family and friends to comfort you, your Faith to uphold you, and loving memories to help you through this very sad and difficult time. May God's Love and Peace be with you, Katrina, her family, and Adam.
Dr. Brad Smith
August 28, 2022
My very profound condolences to all of Gregg's family and friends on our collective loss. I had known Gregg through our mutual involvement in the ROMEO club (Retired Old Men Eating Out). Gregg had been an active member for many years. Of course, our family had known of the Vigansky name for decades. I still use a Gibson refrigerator that my late father bought from Gregg for his parents back in 1988. Gregg was THE KENOSHA NEWS' "Person of the Year" for 2018. He always had a smile on his face and a joke to share. He will be deeply missed and never forgotten.
Alan Ferguson
August 28, 2022
Gregg was a great boss and one of the nicest guys I ever worked for.
Tina Guzman
August 27, 2022
He was my grandsons great grandfather and such a sweet soul he will b missed