Edmund "Ed" Krebsbach, 58, passed away unexpectedly on July 7, 2022, at home. Ed was born on October 12, 1963, in Marshfield to the late Edmund and Marie Krebsbach. He attended and graduated from Edgar High School, where he wrestled, played football, and earned the nickname "Grizz". While working at the 13 ^th EVAC hospital in Marshfield as an LPN training medics, he met the love of his life, Donna Schafer. On May 1, 1999, Ed married Donna and together they had two beautiful children, Joshua and Hannah.

Ed was in the Army for 30 years where he also earned his associate degree in nursing. He held the MOS' of ammunition specialist, recruiter and career counselor.   He served in two overseas tours, Desert Storm and Afghanistan. He was retired Army and a member of American Legion Post 393 in Edgar for many years. After retiring, Ed was a stay at home dad. He chauffeured the kids to school, appointments and activities. Ed was known for his quick wit and love of family. He enjoyed traveling, especially with his family on their many trips to Florida and California. He played on softball leagues where he deemed the nickname "Grumpy". Ed had a love for all sports and always supported the Green Bay Packers but watched all teams. As his kids aged, he enjoyed being a spirited spectator, whether those around him liked it or not, for Josh, Hannah and other team members.

Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Donna; children, Joshua and Hannah; brothers, Charles (Deb) Krebsbach and Mike (Cindy) Krebsbach; sisters, Cathy Anderson and Cindy (Dale) Lapacz; sister-in-law, Jeanette Krebsbach; brother-in-law, Len Strasser, and many more nieces, nephews, godchildren, family, and friends.

Ed is preceded in death by his parents; Brothers; Terry Krebsbach and Tom (Karen) Krebsbach. Sister; Margie Strasser. Brother-in-law; Jerry Anderson.

A visitation will be held Wednesday, July 13, at Pfotenhauer Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Howard, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Visitation will continue Thursday, July 14, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 1731 St. Agnes Drive, with a service to follow. Burial and military honors will take place at 2:00 PM at Suamico Cemetery, where he will be laid to rest. A memorial fund has been established in Ed's name; please send memorials to American Legion Post 393, PO Box 73, Edgar WI, 54426. Online condolences are welcome at www.PfotenhauerFuneralHome.com .