Troy D. Burkhalter

Troy D. Burkhalter

March 01, 1964 - November 07, 2022

Obituary

REESEVILLE - Troy Duane Burkhalter, age 58, of Reeseville, passed away on Monday, Nov. 7, 2022, at UW Hospital and Clinics due to his injuries sustained in a car accident on Nov. 6. He was born on March 1, 1964, in Madison, the son of Duane “Mike” and Cheryl (Anderson) Burkhalter.


Troy graduated from Barneveld High School in 1982. He worked as a forklift operator for Caine for over 20 years and was a former volunteer firefighter for Reeseville Fire Department.


Troy enjoyed fishing and was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. Troy also loved listening to Hank Williams Jr. on his crosley player on his deck when the weather was nice. He had such a passion for music. Many people would say he was a great singer. Troy also had a passion for anything Steven King from books to movies; he was an avid reader. Troy was a friend to all that met him. Whether it be advice or a helping hand he was the type of person that would be there for anyone no matter what. Troy would give you the shirt off of his back.


Troy is survived by his son, Tyler (Miranda Bargielski) Burkhalter; father, Duane “Mike” (Wanda Schrank); brother, Mitchell Burkhalter; sister, Laura (William) Sullivan; nephew, Christopher (Hailey) Sullivan Sr.; niece, Courtney Sullivan; great-nephew, Christopher Sullivan, Jr.; mother of his son, Lisa Eckel; and many aunts, uncles, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Cheryl.


A celebration of life will be held at REESEVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER, 406 N. Main St., Reeseville, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 4, 2023. All are welcome to attend. Please bring your favorite memories and photos to share. Since Troy loved the Green Bay Packers, please feel free to wear your favorite Packers attire.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson Fitchburg

Funeral & Cremation Care

2950 Chapel Valley Road

(608) 442-5002

Events

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Celebration of Life
Sat Mar 4, 2023 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Reeseville Community Center • 406 N. Main St., Reeseville, WI 53579
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Jean Lampman Jones
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Troy used to make Jodie (Jones Zebell) homemade pizza. She was 11 years old at the time. I can still hear him saying, Jodie, do you want more pizza? The day Tyler was born was the day she had to go back to school. She had said to Lisa, I just know school is going to start and you will have the baby. She was right. Tyler was born on the first day of school. Jodie spent a lot of time with Troy when they were living on the farm. He would bring the kittens in the house for her to play with. He was always kind to everyone. Now he is in Heaven with Jodie. Go Rest High On The Mountain, your work here is done. Jean Lampman Jones
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Lisa J Eckel
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Troy holding his son Tyler. Sharing their first Christmas together 1988 at Grandpa Mike’s house. Troy had big heart and will be missed by all who knew and loved him!! Tyler’s Mom - Lisa
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Elaine Anderson
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Many visits to Barneveld to eat chili and turtle soup with your family when you were young. I think you look like your father. God has reunited you now with your mom. God Bless

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