Age 78. Died peacefully on September 13, 2012. Preceded in death by his wife Carole (nee Gutowsky). Survived by his children Sue (Jim), Tom, Sharon (Kurt), Sandy (Dave), and Sally (Steve), and his grandchildren Katie (Ryan), Kyle, Zach, Spencer, Ryan, Travis, Connor, and Cooper. Also survived by brother and sisters, a large extended family, and special friend Diane. He will be remembered for his love of the outdoors, sports, and travel. Visitation at St. Mary Catholic Faith Community, 9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners, on Monday, September 17, from 10 am to 10:45am, funeral mass to follow at 11am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Blood Center of Wisconsin, www.bcw.edu would be appreciated.Cemetery:St. Martin of Tours Cemetery, 7963 S. 116th St., Franklin, WIVisitation:Visitation at St. Mary Catholic Faith Community, 9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners, on Monday, September 17, from 10 am to 10:45am.Service:St. Mary Catholic Faith Community, 9520 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners.