Stroebel, Donald G.

Beloved father, grandfather, soon-to-be great-grandfather and friend passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2009, at the age of 78. Formerly a resident of Germantown, he lived the last 12 years in Friendship, making many good friends and working bingo at the VFW Post.

Don was born and raised in Whitefish Bay, and after high school, served for four years in the Air Force. He was stationed in Bitburg, Germany and has remained close to his fellow servicemen throughout the years. After returning home, he became a journeyman cabinetmaker and had careers in woodworking and sales. On April 16, 1955, he married the former Margaret McGuire. He enjoyed woodworking, travel, football (armchair coach), humor, friends, and family. Don was a friendly, loving man who touched many lives.

He is survived by his children, Diane Judkins (Paul Gulbrand), Green Bay, Dave (Luana), Germantown and Steve Stroebel, San Diego; grandchildren, Kevin (Krystal) Mech and Kelly Mech (Jake Mehring); Samantha, Andrew, and Elizabeth Stroebel; Zachary and Erin Judkins; brothers, Al (Mary), Jack (Jutta), Bob (Pat) Stroebel, and other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marge, his parents, and his brother, Duane. Funeral services will be held on Tues., Sept. 29 at 10:30AM, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 102 S. Park St., Friendship, WI. Visitation will be 9AM until time of service. Roseberry Funeral Home in Friendship is assisting the family with arrangements. Private burial to be held at St. Leo's Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Heart Association are appreciated.

The family wishes to give special thanks to Ben Gulbrand of Curtis Ambulance and the Adams County Sheriff�s Department for their assistance during this time.