James Paul Novak, 69, died Friday, Oct. 31. He was born May 11, 1945 to Edward P. and Edna Mae (Healy) Novak. James is survived by his daughter, Julie (Dave) Zettler of Rhinelander, and son John (Kristy Nix) Novak of Holmen; three sisters, Sylvia (Tyrone) Shave, of Rhinelander, Mary Mathews of Waxahatchie, TX, and Annette (Robert) Severson, Oconomowoc. He was preceded in death by his brother, John “Jake” Novak and his parents. Mr. Novak served in the Navy. A private memorial service will be held. (Hildebrand Russ Funeral Home)