Tim D. Yeskie, 69, of Hixton, passed away May 3, 2026 surrounded by his family and
close friends.
He was born October 25, 1956 to Robert “Bob” Yeskie and Virginia (Hegge) Yeskie. Tim
grew up in rural Hixton his whole life.
Tim worked briefly at Wisconsin Dairies, Norplex and Federation Co-Op before returning
to the home farm to help his father on the farm.
Tim served on the Federation Co-Op board and Town of Curran Board.
In June of 1977, Tim married the love of his life, Karen Kling. Together they raised 4
children: Allison, Michael, Bryan and Eric.
Tim was a man with many names. First known as “Tucker” in his high school years, then
“Bruce” lovingly by his sister and “Timmy”. If you called him “Timothy” he thought he was
in trouble with you.
He looked forward to his time with his friends at coffee every morning. He often said he
was going to coffee to get an education. He often did a lot of “scheming” with his
buddies on the next prank to be played on someone. If you were lucky you’d be the
recipient of one of his pranks.
Family was important to him. He would always try to make it to his grandkids’ school
and sporting events to cheer them on. And if he was not able to make it, they had to tell
him all about it as if he were there. Tim also enjoyed teaching his kids and grandkids
about the farm. Even if you knew how to grease the equipment, he made sure to tell you
how to do it again the right way.
Tim enjoyed hunting, whether it was him on his own or sitting with one of the grandkids.
He also enjoyed trips out west, farming and watching the grandkids work on fair
projects.
Tim is survived by his wife of almost 49 years, Karen; daughter Allison (Luke) Gerke;
sons Michael Yeskie, Bryan Yeskie, Eric (Gabrielle) Yeskie; grandchildren Brooklyn,
Preston, Nora, Behati, Blakely, Reese, Tayte, Arrayah, Kimber, Evalon, Prue and
Waverly; sister, Christine Yeskie-Dixon; mother-in-law Edith Kling; and many in-laws,
nieces, and nephews.
The was preceded in death by his father Robert; mother Virginia; daughter Kimberly;
grandson Delaine; brothers Greg and Denny; brothers-in-law Waide Dixon, Jeff Kling;
and father-in-law Bob Kling.
It was Tim’s wish to be cremated. A Celebration of Life is planned for Friday, May 22 at
the Jensen-Modjeski Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11am-1pm, with a
service at 1pm. A luncheon will be held following the service at the Hixton American
Legion post. For the Celebration of Life, Tim would want you to dress like you were
coming to coffee with him and also wear your favorite ball cap.