Mr. Gaylord John Mlsna, age 80 of Sparta passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024 at the Cookeville Regional Medical Center.  He was born December 16, 1943 in Cazenovia, Wisconsin to the late John and Clara Herricks Mlsna.  He was also preceded in death by his wife: Jewel Christine Smith Mlsna, 2 sons:  Michael Williams and David Williams, 2  Brothers: Kenneth & wife Donna, and Gerald & wife Dorothy, Sister: Julia & husband Joe , and Sisters-in-law: Sharon and Linda.

Mr. Gaylord was a U.S. Army Veteran and was a Auto Glass Technician.

He is survived by his brothers:  Eugene Mlsna & wife Merrianne, Cletus Mlsna, and Dennis Mlsna

Sister:  Bernice Mueller

Grandchildren:  Brent Williams, Leah Earhart, Jeff Williams, & Cody Williams

9 Great-Grandchildren

Special Friend and Dance Partner:  Ovean Phifer

along with all the Smith family

MEMORIAL SERVICE will be held Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 5:00 pm in the Chapel of Hunter Funeral Home.

Bro. Robert Haynes will officiate the service.

In Lieu of Flowers, donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation