Brent A. Engh
August 02, 1963 - November 10, 2012
Obituary
OREGON-Brent A. Engh, age 49, passed away suddenly on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2012, at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on Aug. 2, 1963, in Viroqua, the son of Arthur and Barbara Engh. Brent graduated from LaCrosse Central High School and UW-LaCrosse. He married the former Kelly Weise on Sept. 20, 1986. Brent worked for the Capital Times, Janesville Gazette, and LaCrosse Tribune. He was an avid reader who enjoyed fishing up north at the family cabin, golf, poker, playing cards, and attending his children’s sporting events. Most of all, he enjoyed time spent with his family and friends. Brent is survived by his parents; wife, Kelly; daughters, Katie and Sara; son, Cole; sister, Kristi and Sven Medinger; eight nieces and nephews; parents-in-law, Gerald and Maureen Weise; sister-in-law, Wendy and Randy Lerum; and brothers-in-law, Tony Weise, Wade and Christine Weise, and Mike Weise. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. A Celebration of Brent’s Life will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL HOME, 1150 Park Street, Oregon, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012. Memorials may be directed to the family. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to St. Mary’s Emergency Room staff and cardiology staff for the special care they gave Brent.
Memorials may be directed to the family.
A Celebration of Brent’s Life will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL HOME, 1150 Park Street, Oregon, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2012.
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Judy and Bob Dahl
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Kelly, Katie, Sara and Cole,
We're shocked and saddened to hear of Brent's death. We have so many good memories of all of you when you lived in Fitchburg - sitting on your deck or ours, watching the kids at the park, birthday parties, etc. We're so sorry for your loss. Brent was one of the good ones and we know you'll miss him terribly, but he lives on in your memories. If there's anything we can do in this difficult time please let us know.
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John Barry
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My simcere condolences to Brent's family.
I had the privilege of working with and sitting behind Brent at The Gazette for the last four years. I've never known a more down-to-earth and humbe man in my life. I know how much Brent loved his family. The night's at The Gazette were made easier for Brent and me thanks to our countess hours spent listening to cheesy 70s music. Brent's favorite was Amie by Pure Prairie League. I also know Brent enjoyed heading to the Poker Room at DeJope on occasion where his card skills usually resulted in him leaving with a little more cash than he came with. A truly great man who will be forever missed.
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Phil Haslanger
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I'm so sorry to learn of Brent's death. As someone who worked with him for many years at the Cap Times, I came to know him as not just a dedicated and very hard worker, but as someone who developed deep friendships with his colleagues and who cared more about getting things done well than about his own ego - a rare and treasured quality among journalists. I know how deeply he cared about his family, so that makes the pain of this sudden loss even deeper. Lots of thoughts and prayers around all of you.
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Dave Wedeward
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On behalf of the Janesville Gazette sports staff, the loss of Brent touches our hearts more deeply than words can express. It was a treasured blessing that he came to us at a time when we needed him most. The deep friendship we developed and his awesome ability to become an invaluable part of our staff have been even greater blessings. Our utmost thoughts are prayers are with Brent and his family at this incredibly difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dave Wedeward
Retired Gazette Sports Editor
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Shawn Sensiba
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Brent in this very sad time.
Brent has been an excellent addition to The Gazette's staff. His skills, patience, work ethic and knowledge made him a great co-worker. I teased Brent about his quiet in our office, but I admired his focus on the job at hand. When our computers would fail us, we had several occasions to talk and I learned of his love of the journalism business and his devotion to his family. Brent's quiet demeanor made his laughter more special. I am proud and glad to have had him as a colleague. His gentle spirit will be deeply missed.
My deepest sympathies.
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Steve and Robin Bahr
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Our deepest sympathy in your family's loss of Brent. Knowing Art and Barb we're sure he was a terrific man who was loved so much. We hope your hearts heal through loving memories and time. Take care of each other.