Justin E. Rada

Justin E. Rada, age 46, passed away on April 15, 2025, at Mayo Clinic Health System Hospital in Bloomer, WI.

Justin was born on June 30, 1978, in Chippewa Falls to Donald "Poncho" and Leslie (Schaefer) Rada. Justin attended grade school in Bloomer and graduated from Johnson Senior High in Saint Paul, Minn with the Class of 1996.

Justin worked in the construction field and several moving companies in the area. He was an avid Minnesota Vikings fan, enjoyed reading, watching old movies and the sci fi fantasy genre, collecting watches, swords and knives.

Justin is survived by his father: Donald “Poncho” (Patti) Rada; mother: Leslie Rada; son: Devin Torgerson; siblings: Heidi Kuschel (Marcus Hanson), Chantal (Thomas) Courteau and Kelly Rada (Jeremy Hayes); and numerous cousins, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by many loved ones.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 – 4:00 PM on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the Pines Ballroom in Bloomer. Burial will be in the North Catholic Cemetery in Bloomer, WI. Olson Funeral Home in Bloomer is assisting the family with arrangements.