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He sold the furniture store to Arthur Swanson in 1947 and retained the funeral home to serve the community. Your e-mail address will be used to confirm your account. In 1995, David Olsen joined the family business and eventually, he took over the running of the business with his wife, Linda. In 1987, Bernie Olsen purchased the Hickey-Kent Funeral Home in Whitewater. His eldest son, James, joined the family business and the name at both locations changed to Olsen Funeral Home.
When Nowatka learned that Olsen was ready to retire and was looking for a worthy successor, Nowatka said he thought he knew the right person for the job. Olsen noted that his father attended school there in the 1950s and he followed in his father’s footsteps. Pretty soon, Gibson was lending a hand regularly, and Nowatka asked whether Gibson had ever thought of going into funeral directing as a career. “I found out what I didn’t want to do with my life,” he said with a smile.
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James “Jack” Gies, age 86, of Whitewater passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on December 16, 2022. Jack was born in Harvard, Illinois, the son of the late John and Florence Gies. We are a family-owned and operated funeral home in our third generation of Olson ownership. We have been serving the Bloomer community and Chippewa Valley for over 70 years. Eugene R. Staude, 80 of Rome, passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at Marquardt Manor of Watertown. He was born on December 4, 1941, in Rome, WI, the son of the late Ervin and Adela Staude.
A collection of answers to questions that people often have when arranging for a funeral. Helpful resources to guide you through the loss of a loved one. Experience, integrity, compassion and dedication has made us the funeral home of choice for area families. In 2017 David retired, selling the funeral home to Jacob E. Gibson. In 1974 upon Harry's retirement, Bernie Olsen and his wife, Mona, purchased the funeral home, changing the name to Minshall-Olsen Funeral Home.
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In the early 1960’s, she met Roger Spangler while working at Borg Textiles and on October 3, 1964, the couple wed at St. John the Baptist... In 1987 Bernie purchased the Hickey-Kent Funeral Home in Whitewater. His eldest son, James joined the family business and the name at both locations was changed to Olsen Funeral Home. Fuchs started a furniture store and an undertaking business which he operated until his death in 1912, when his son, Adam G. Fuchs, took over. The Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home embodies the hard work and continuity that has made Jefferson County the thriving area it is today. We are proud of our history and would like to share it with you.
Robert R. Weisheim, 87 of Sullivan, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital. Bob was born on July 16, 1935, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Alexander and Marie Weisheim. He grew up in Milwaukee and graduated from Custer High School in 1953. Soon after graduation, Bob enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in Kaiserslautern Germany, where he met his bride, Brigitte Ultes. On April 13, 1956, the couple wed in Baumholder Germany...
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FAMILY TRADITION — On March 31, the Olsen Funeral Home became the Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home. Belinda was born on July 23, 1962 in Hales Corners, WI the daughter of Thomas and Maureen... We went through all the specifics for funeral arrangements for my father. At the very end of planning everything, the subject of payment was brought up. Please take the time to get to know us and our offerings on our website and do not hesitate to call with any questions.
We'd love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. In 1966, Minshall selected Bernellyn Olsen to work beside him.
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The Watertown native grew up as one of eight children and found success doing competitive wrestling, wrestling internationally in Eastern Europe. Andrew F. Klein 91, of East Troy, WI passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the Milwaukee VA Medical Center. Andrew was born on April 14, 1931 in Milwaukee the son of Andrew and Louise... To ensure the authenticity of reviews at Funerals360, we require you to register or login prior to sharing your review with the Funerals360 community.
She grew up in the Hales Corners area and graduated from Whitnall High School in 1980. June Ann Krempasky, 92, of the Town of Delafield entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 12, 2022. June was born on June 30, 1930 the daughter of Ervin and Dorothy Degner. The oldest of four daughters, June enjoyed growing up in small town Boltonville, WI and graduated from Kewaskum High School. On July 24, 1954, June was united in marriage to Ronald Krempasky and the two would go on to...
We'll send you a confirmation email verifying your email address. Esther was born on September 28, 1931, in Waukesha, WI, the daughter of... Charles A. Vandre, 89 of Jefferson, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at his home. “Betty” Spangler, 80 of Jefferson, went to heaven peacefully, with her daughters at her side on December 6, 2022, at her home. Betty was born on October 19, 1942, in Watertown, WI, the daughter of Ervin and Dorothy Ganser. She grew up in the area and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1960.
Help others with your suggestion, questions, answers, reviews... The north-flowing Deschutes River forms much of the eastern boundary of Jefferson County. Agriculture is the major industry in Jefferson County, with almost 50% of the county's land devoted to irrigated crop production and pasture. Everyone’s life holds special stories that make them who they are. Geryl was born on September 25, 1957, in Brookfield, WI, the son of Herman...
Minshall retired in 1974, and Bernie and his wife, Mona, purchased the funeral home, changing the name of the business to the Minshall-Olsen Funeral Home. The elder Fuchs operated the business until his death in 1912, and then his son, Adam Fuchs, took over. The Olsen-Gibson Funeral Home has been in continuous operation since 1888, when J.G.
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Fuchs started a furniture store and undertaking business. “We are so impressed with the Gibsons and so excited to transfer our business to them,” David Olsen said. Gibson said he looks to become involved in community organizations and improvement efforts and is excited about prospects for riverfront revitalization. Even though word of the business transfer has only just gotten out, Gibson said, the Jefferson community already has been really welcoming. “My office will be done next week and we hope to have an open house for the community within a month,” Gibson said.
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