Donald Kalscheur
October 06, 1931 - September 01, 2012
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VERONA/MIDDLETON - Donald “Red” Kalscheur, age 80, of Verona passed away on September 1, 2012 at Agrace HospiceCare surrounded by his family. He was born on October 6, 1931 in Cross Plains, WI, the son of John and Marcella (Bowar) Kalscheur. After graduating from Middleton High School, Don owned and operated a series of Texaco and Standard Oil service stations in Middleton and Madison. Donald married his high school sweetheart, Luana Simon, on October 18, 1952 at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church in Middleton. In 1969, he opened Don the Muffler Man on University Avenue. In 1987 he opened his second shop on Big Sky Drive. During his free time, Don worked on various projects. He especially enjoyed the time he spent building his family cottage. Don was an avid Brewers and Packers fan. He enjoyed going to Badger football and basketball games with his family and friends. Don is survived by Luana, his loving wife of 60 years; children, Kathy (Miles) Hoover, Gary (Jann) Kalscheur, David (Kris) Kalscheur, Bill (Peggy) Kalscheur, and Karen (Mike) Jensen; 13 grandchildren; brother, Paul Kalscheur; sister, Sharon (Dick) Sersch, and many nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Jeanette McGaren.
Visitation will be held at the GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL & CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave, Middleton from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday, September 6, 2012 and also at the church on Friday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD’S CATHOLIC CHURCH 7450 University Ave., Middleton at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 7, 2012 with Monsignor Douglas Dushack presiding.
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Gary & Karen Mier
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We are deeply saddened by Don's death, he was one of the nicest men I have ever been around. Your family was always surrounded by love no matter when things were good and once in a while maybe not as good as one wound like. His dream of owning a successful business became a reality with the help of his sons. I hope your tears are dried by your happy thoughts that I know you will cherish forever. By Don and thanks for everything you offered including those of us who may have put a hole in your boat. Bless the Kalscheur's for whom I love all of them. GM & KM
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Jip and Lucy Kalscheur
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Dear, Louana
We were so sad to hear of the passing of
Donny, our great friend.
We are out of town and will stop in to see you when we get back.
With Heartfelt condolance to all!
Jip and Lucy
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Walt and Margaret Stucki
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We were extremly saddened to learn of
Don's passing, although we knew he had been quite ill. We have many great memories of Don and will remember his smiling personality.
Our sincere sympathy to you Luana, and your family. Will get in touch with you the next time we are in Verona/Madison.
Hugs, Walt and Margaret
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Patrick & Katherine Ihm
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WOW;I have never met a man of his stature,I learned so much from him, PERIOD. I WILL NEVER FORGET HIM! And his Boy's and family made me feel like I was one of the family.I wanted to stay soooo bad,but the travel was getting to me ask Dave or Gary,"Yeh this is Pat"I'm running a little late, as I slept in the Kalscheur Park parking lot in Pine Bluff. I loved Don like my Dad, No offense Dad Ihm.Me and my family will miss him,Heaven is better now!Thank YOU DON for being a part of my life.GOD BLESS YOU.
JJ
Jeff & Celia Jensen
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Karen, Mike & Girls, Luana and Family:
We are so sad to hear you have lost Don. Our throughts and prayers are with your family! You have a new angel to watch over all of you! Watch and see the little miracles around you and you will know he is there with you!
Jeff, Celia, Steve, Danny, Jenny & Joey
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Jeannie Adler-Ammirati
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Uncle Red was such a funny guy! He always made me feel special even if that is the last thing I felt! My Dad died when I was 7, but I know had he grown old he would have been like Uncle Red. Kathy, Gary, David, Billy and Karen........you are lucky, lucky kids to have had your Dad as long as you did! Aunt Louie-60 years of wonderful!! May your memories bring you peace!!