Gina Trzebiatowski, 69, of Gold Canyon Arizona, passed away December 18, 2025.
Gina was born on November 28, 1956 to Virginia (Jensen) and Harold Bartel in Waupaca, WI. She was raised in the Weyauwega-Fremont area and spent most of her time on the Wolf River as a Webfooter and participating in many school activities. Many of her fondest memories were spent along the Wolf River with family and friends alike. She took great pride in working at and spending time at Harold’s Mobil station that also controlled the draw bridge over the Wolf River.
On July 4th of 1987, Gina was married to David Trzebiatowski at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waupaca, WI. They spent many years together building an unbreakable partnership that included buying and running a campground in Hardin Montana for 11 years. Gina always took great pride in her store and being proactive in the comumunity, never missing an opportunity to hear about someone’s life or experiences. She was always the life of the conversation! Gina and Dave brought their son, Brandon, into this world on October 10, 1987 and she never missed an opportunity to watch, support or talk about how much he meant to them. Gina always said that her greatest achievement was going to be Brandon, and we know she was so proud of the man he has become. This perhaps has only ever been surpassed by the love she had for her grandchildren, Anderson and Margaret; she truly loved those girls to pieces!
Gina worked in the Waupaca school system for many years before moving to Montana in 2013 to run and own a KOA campground with Dave. Then, in 2023 she retired and moved to Gold Canyon, Arizona where she remained until she was unexpectedly called home in December of 2025. Gina always loved the Superstition Mountains and was absolutley smitten with their home that lies just at its base. Although short, Gina valued her time in Arizona and all of the friends (or as she would say — family members) she made along the way.
Gina was preceded in her coronation home by her mother Virginia, father Harold, stepmother Patricia, siblings Kerry and Scott Jensen, brother in law Mike Prahl, mother in law Mary Swenson and father in law Victor Trzebiatowski.
She is grievously missed by her husband David; son Brandon (Heidi) Trzebiatowski with granddaughters Anderson and Margaret; stepdaughter Kristina Trzebiatowski with grandson Kaleb, stepson Brian Trzebiatowski with grandsons Dante and Johnathan; sister Laurie Prahl; nephew Jason (Nikki) Prahl with grandneice Ava and grandnephew Brennan; nephew Jeremy (Becca) Prahl with grandniece Isabelle and grandnephew Nolan; and so many friends (and adopted sons) dear to her heart that we couldn’t possibly have space to name.
In lieu of flowers, the family would greatly appreciate donations to The V Foundation: Victory Over Cancer in Gina’s name to further support the research, diagnosis and treatment of lung cancer.
Gina was a ray of sunshine and now will be a beautiful star in the night sky! A light that bright doesn’t just burn out. We are sending our deepest condolences to Dave and the entire family that she loved so very much. We have made a donation in Gina’s name to the V Foundation.
As lifelong friends with Gina and Laurie ( Roy Toepke, a member of Laurie’s HS graduation class ; and me Carol, (Leupold) Toepke who was a cheerleader with both Laurie and Gina at WFHS). We were quite taken by surprise as we had no idea that Gina was even sick or hospitalized. We are so very sorry for your loss. It has been a really tough year for Laurie, and our love for her and Gina brought us in attendance to both Mike’s and Harold’s funerals back here in Wisconsin. It was so good to see and talk with Gina at both funerals this past year…now to hear that she too had passed had been devastating news. We are regrettably unable to attend the memorial service, we would have loved to be there for Laurie and yo meet Gina’s family of which she spoke so highly and lovingly. Again, our sympathies for all of you as you say your final goodbyes. We wish you peace, love, and offer prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
Gina was a good friend. I met her and Dave at mesa spirit resort and became instant friends. She will be missed by many on V Street and beyond
Sincere condolences to Dave and family. Hugs Dave you are in my thoughts and prayers
So very sorry for loss. Gina was a great friend since high school. She will be missed by many. ❤️😪🙏
We met Gina and Dave through mutual friends in Mesa Az. A friendship meant to be. I’m so thankful Gina was able to come and visit this last September. I will miss her contagious laugh and smile. Remember always “ I Love and Miss Ewe”
When is the funeral?
So sorry Dave-for passing of Gina she was such a happy lady she be surely missed our condolences to you and your family love ❤️ Ben and Barb other angel with wings 🤗🙏
My sweet friend Gina were my go to girl. I loved that in a short time we became best friends. We loved the hot summer days, drinking beer , floating and laughing. You made like so fun. I miss you so much. I know you’ll be loved in heaven! Rest in peace my special friend.
I am so saddened to hear of Gina’s passing. She and I were friends from Hardin. She was the kindest and most loving person you would ever met. Loved her so much. Sending sympathy to Dave and Brandon, Heidi and girls
What a wonderful life was lived by Gina. She will be missed here at Mountainbrook, especially on Mondays at 4:00 Ladies Happy Hour!
I’m so sorry for your loss.!Gina was one of my favorites! I did her hair for a few years in Gold Canyon. Loved her laugh , smile and always her great positive attitude❤️She was a friend too! I won’t forget her!! Rest in peace Gina.🙏🏼❤️
I’m so very sorry to hear about one of my best friends, Gina. I’m heartbroken, knowing she left us. She was optimistic about that damned lung cancer surgery..she said she’d be home in 3-5 days. We had almost weekly phone calls…sharing thoughts, dreams, laughs, tears and so much more. We met Gina at Hardin KOA..as she used to say..it all started with a hot dog…lol
Rest well my friend…and remember I love you more!!! ( we always ended our phone calls by saying, I love you more)
I am so so sorry to hear about this. I have many memories growing up with her and am so sorry to hear of her passing. Brandon and family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers!!
Gina was such a good friend to me and I’ve missed her all these years. I’ve tried to find her but was never successful. I’m so sorry to Dave and Brandon along with the rest of the family!!!
I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear of the passing of my old friend, Gina. We met in the late 70’s in Prescott, and Gina made it a point to keep our friendship alive for the next nearly 50 years. I’ve never known a more loving and dedicated friend, and I’ll forever carry her memory in my heart. My thoughts are with you, Dave, and your whole family. Gina will forever remain in the hearts and minds of those who were blessed to know her.
Surprised to hear of Gina passing .Love and prayers to Dave and Brandon and Families. Helen Trebiatowski
Gina was a ray of sunshine and now will be a beautiful star in the night sky! A light that bright doesn’t just burn out. We are sending our deepest condolences to Dave and the entire family that she loved so very much. We have made a donation in Gina’s name to the V Foundation.
As lifelong friends with Gina and Laurie ( Roy Toepke, a member of Laurie’s HS graduation class ; and me Carol, (Leupold) Toepke who was a cheerleader with both Laurie and Gina at WFHS). We were quite taken by surprise as we had no idea that Gina was even sick or hospitalized. We are so very sorry for your loss. It has been a really tough year for Laurie, and our love for her and Gina brought us in attendance to both Mike’s and Harold’s funerals back here in Wisconsin. It was so good to see and talk with Gina at both funerals this past year…now to hear that she too had passed had been devastating news. We are regrettably unable to attend the memorial service, we would have loved to be there for Laurie and yo meet Gina’s family of which she spoke so highly and lovingly. Again, our sympathies for all of you as you say your final goodbyes. We wish you peace, love, and offer prayers. 🙏🙏🙏
Gina was a good friend. I met her and Dave at mesa spirit resort and became instant friends. She will be missed by many on V Street and beyond
Sincere condolences to Dave and family. Hugs Dave you are in my thoughts and prayers
So very sorry for loss. Gina was a great friend since high school. She will be missed by many. ❤️😪🙏
We met Gina and Dave through mutual friends in Mesa Az. A friendship meant to be. I’m so thankful Gina was able to come and visit this last September. I will miss her contagious laugh and smile. Remember always “ I Love and Miss Ewe”
When is the funeral?
So sorry Dave-for passing of Gina she was such a happy lady she be surely missed our condolences to you and your family love ❤️ Ben and Barb other angel with wings 🤗🙏
My sweet friend Gina were my go to girl. I loved that in a short time we became best friends. We loved the hot summer days, drinking beer , floating and laughing. You made like so fun. I miss you so much. I know you’ll be loved in heaven! Rest in peace my special friend.
I am so saddened to hear of Gina’s passing. She and I were friends from Hardin. She was the kindest and most loving person you would ever met. Loved her so much. Sending sympathy to Dave and Brandon, Heidi and girls
What a wonderful life was lived by Gina. She will be missed here at Mountainbrook, especially on Mondays at 4:00 Ladies Happy Hour!
I’m so sorry for your loss.!Gina was one of my favorites! I did her hair for a few years in Gold Canyon. Loved her laugh , smile and always her great positive attitude❤️She was a friend too! I won’t forget her!! Rest in peace Gina.🙏🏼❤️
I’m so very sorry to hear about one of my best friends, Gina. I’m heartbroken, knowing she left us. She was optimistic about that damned lung cancer surgery..she said she’d be home in 3-5 days. We had almost weekly phone calls…sharing thoughts, dreams, laughs, tears and so much more. We met Gina at Hardin KOA..as she used to say..it all started with a hot dog…lol
Rest well my friend…and remember I love you more!!! ( we always ended our phone calls by saying, I love you more)
I am so so sorry to hear about this. I have many memories growing up with her and am so sorry to hear of her passing. Brandon and family, you will be in my thoughts and prayers!!
Gina was such a good friend to me and I’ve missed her all these years. I’ve tried to find her but was never successful. I’m so sorry to Dave and Brandon along with the rest of the family!!!
I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear of the passing of my old friend, Gina. We met in the late 70’s in Prescott, and Gina made it a point to keep our friendship alive for the next nearly 50 years. I’ve never known a more loving and dedicated friend, and I’ll forever carry her memory in my heart. My thoughts are with you, Dave, and your whole family. Gina will forever remain in the hearts and minds of those who were blessed to know her.
Surprised to hear of Gina passing .Love and prayers to Dave and Brandon and Families. Helen Trebiatowski