David Karl Baertschy
April 08, 1947 - July 22, 2021
Obituary
VERONA - David Karl Baertschy, age 74, of Verona, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021, peacefully at home with his wife by his side. He was born on April 8, 1947, the son of Ralph and Joyce (Wheeler) Baertschy.
David married Jill Floerke on Oct. 9, 1993, at Christ Lutheran Church in Spring Green, Wis.
David graduated from Mount Horeb High School in 1965. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh in 1971, where he was a member of the Sigma Pi. During his college years he proudly worked as a duck boat driver in Wisconsin Dells and as a guide at Cave of the Mounds.
David worked as a microbiologist for the UW-Madison for 18.5 years and in medical sales with VWR Scientific Products for 12 years, before his retirement.
David was fond of Wisconsin sports, golfing, fishing, storytelling, long conversations, and watching his cooking shows. He enjoyed taking trips with his wife, Jill, to northern Wisconsin and Door County but his favorite vacation spot was Key West, Fla. David liked attending Concerts on the Square and a little gambling with his wife, Jill.
Some of his proudest accomplishments were making a hole-in-one at University Ridge Golf Course on the 15th hole in 1997, visiting his homeland in Switzerland, and being a “grandpa.”
David is survived by his wife, Jill (Floerke) Baertschy; son, Daniel (Natalie) Baertschy; daughter Megan Baertschy; granddaughter, Noel; siblings, Paul (Connie) Baertschy, Mark (Julie) Baertschy, James (Jenifer) Baertschy and Christine (Martin) Frame; mother-in-law, Mercille Floerke; in-laws, Linda (James) Thering, Steve (Debbie) Floerke and Stacy (Dorothy) Floerke; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Karl Baertschy; father-in-law, Ernest Floerke; and sister-in-law, Debbie Beck and her husband, Sam.
A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON CAMACHO FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 500 N. Eighth Street, Mount Horeb, at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until the start of the service on Monday. Private burial will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb
Funeral & Cremation Care
500 N. Eighth Street
(608) 437-5077
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Visitation
Mon Aug 2, 2021 @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Camacho Mount Horeb Funeral & Cremation Care • 500 N. 8th St., Mount Horeb, WI 53572
Memorial Service
Mon Aug 2, 2021 @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
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Renee Day
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David was always so enjoyable to speak to and have a long conversation with. He could always make you laugh with a funny story or joke. He was simply a joy to be around. You knew you'd have a good time if he was there. We will miss seeing him at family events and hearing what he's been up to!
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Char Smith
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I am so very sorry to hear of Dave's death. My sincere condolences, and prayers for peace and comfort to family and friends, at this difficult time. Char Smith
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Brenda Lehman
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Our deepest sympathy. I always enjoyed catching up at family gatherings with Dave. He always had a great story to tell me. Brenda & Paul Lehman
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Ann an Phil
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What a great guy! We have many fun memories as MHHS classmates of 1965. Our sincere condolences to the entire family.
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Richard & Judy Weichmann
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Richard & I were so sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. We send all our love and sympathy to his family. God’s blessings to each of you. Richard & Judy Weichmann
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Renee Rizzo
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Jill, I was so sorry to read of Dave’s passing. We haven’t seen you two recently but will remember the good times we had. So sorry for your loss. Renee & Pete Rizzo