David "Shorty" Trocinski

David Herman “Shorty” Trocinski, age 81, of Winona, died Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at his home.

David was born July 27, 1942, in La Crosse, WI, the son of Odelia (Oldenburg) and William Trocinski. He was raised on a farm in Nodine, MN. David was homeschooled, until taking over farming for his father. He was united in marriage to Judy Douglas January 25, 1964, at St. Stanislowski in Winona. He worked at Lake Center Industries for over 30 years. In his retirement he worked for Minnesota City Machining in Minnesota City until fully retiring in 2022. He loved farming, riding tractors, and his many pets. He also enjoyed helping his friends and neighbors with snow plowing and lawn mowing. People affectionately called him Shorty. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.

He is survived by his wife, Judy; children: Brenda (David) Brown of Holmen, WI, Brad (Carol) of West Salem, WI; grandchildren: Jordan (Maddie Bradshaw) Brown, Elizabeth (Brett) Trautsch, Isaac (Maddy Knoll) Trocinski, and Aaron Edwards; siblings: Robert (Sandy) Trocinski of San Diego, CA, Marilyn (Denis) Richmond of La Crosse, WI, and Jerry (Gail) Trocinski of La Crescent, MN.

He is preceded in death by his parents, sister-in-law Pat (Rich) Olson, and aunts, uncles and cousins.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, October 8, 2023, at 2pm at Hoff Celebration of Life Center in Winona. Visitation will be Sunday from 12:30pm - 2:00pm, prior to the service at the funeral home.