Chad A. Mach

Chad A. Mach of Port Washington passed away on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center in Grafton due to medical complications. He was 50 years old.

Chad was born on Dec. 16, 1973, in Antigo, Wis., to Ronald and Ann (Frisch) Mach.

He attended Antigo High School and graduated with the Class of 1992. After high school, he attended Milwaukee School of Engineering and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering with the Class of 1998.

On July 4, 1998, Chad was united in marriage to Tina Peterson. They spent more than 25 years together.

Chad was known for his unwavering support as a dance dad and proud father of two daughters, always lending a helping hand at Lakeshore Dance. He was proudly Herr Drosselmeyer in the “Nutcracker” for 14 years.

He possessed a remarkable skill for fixing various electronics and appliances, always willing to lend a helping hand to friends and family. His presence was a comforting one, offering a listening ear to those in need. Throughout his life, Chad was a familiar sight in town, often seen walking his two beloved huskies. His enthusiasm for life is something that many people will cherish and miss.

A man of many talents, Chad enjoyed creating his own beer recipe called the Mach III IPA, which was featured at Inventors Brewpub.

Chad was also a member of the Port Washington Plan Commission.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Tina, his daughters Ainsley and Emmy Mach, his siblings Katie (Nick) Musolff and Michael (Melissa) Mach, his parents Ronald and Ann, his in-laws Joseph and Cheryl (Bohm) Peterson and his sister-in-law Sheri (Jeff) Roberson, along with many other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his maternal and paternal grandparents along with his beloved huskies Meka and Abigail.

A celebration of life will take place at Inventors Brewpub, 305 E. Washington St., Port Washington, on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. The family invites you to join them for a time of food and fellowship from 1:30 p.m. until the party stops.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Chad’s name may be made to the American Legion Auxiliary Post 82 Project Bravo or to the Ozaukee County Humane Society.

Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington is proudly serving the Mach family.

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