Remembering Your Loved Ones
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David Chester Burke
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of David Chester Burke, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and esteemed member of the community. Born in Amery, WI, on March 24, 1940, David lived a life of purpose and dedication, leaving a legacy that will forever be cherished.
Dave, an esteemed graduate of the FBI Academy and...
Keith F. Solimar
Keith was born in Gothenburg, Sweden to a teenage girl from Denmark and was put in an orphanage. When he was 15 months he came to a foster home, an elderly couple with two daughters. When he was seventeen he met his biological mother in Copenhagen. He graduated from high school in Ulricehamn, Sweden and then from Technical College...
William “Bill” Schwartz
Bill was born on April 25, 1931 in Wolsey, South Dakota to William Henry and Elsie (Tack) Schwartz.
On April 26, 1952, Bill married the love of his life Jane (Schmitt) Schwartz in Hudson, Wisconsin.
Bill was a proud father to six children: James, Mary, Ruth, Rose, Donald, and David. He worked many years in...
Wayne Arthur Keiser
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Wayne A. Keiser, 76, formally of Hudson, Wisconsin. Wayne was born in Cornell, Wisconsin, to parents Virgil & Bernice Keiser. After graduating from Holcomb High School, Wayne served in the U.S. Army from September 1967 through May 1970, he then moved to Hudson where he put all his...
Phyllis Mary Bretches
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Phyllis Mary (Leonard) Bretches, a mother, artist, and dynamic person who touched the lives of everyone she met. Phyllis was born in Antigo, Wisconsin, to Charles W. Leonard and Phyllis R. (Mattek) Leonard, both deceased. Her two brothers, Charles Jr. and Michael Leonard, also predeceased her. As a...
Jon Mark Veenendaal
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Jon Mark Veenendaal. Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Jon blessed us with his infectious personality, his willingness to serve, and a desire for the simple things in life. Jon passed away peacefully, at Western Wisconsin Health, surrounded by his wife and kids after a courageous battle with Leukemia.
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Audrey Kanis
Audrey Kanis, age 86 of Stillwater on January 3, 2025.
Audrey was a woman of extraordinary compassion, whose love for others was evident in everything she did. Her passion for hospitality and cooking brought joy and warmth to countless gatherings, where she often made everyone feel welcome and cherished. A talented seamstress, Audrey also found creative expression...
James D. Swan Iii
Survived by devoted and loving wife, Martina. Children Mike(Kathy), Kathy(Ej), Jennifer(David), Molly(Mike), two loved step-daughters, Dominique, Michele(Eric). 12 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren. 5 bonus grandchildren.and 3 great grandchildren to whom he was devoted. 3 sisters Merilee, Judy(Don), Edie(Jim).
Preceded in death by son, James D. Swan IV, parents and brother Dick.
Mass on...
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