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Rodney Menne Obituary
Rodney "Tiny" G. Menne, 53, of Eldorado passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017 at the Eldorado Fire Station. He was born in Kentucky on March 13, 1963, the son of Anton R. and Betty J. (nee Bigsby) Menne. Rod was the current Assistant Fire Chief with Eldorado Volunteer Fire Department and been a member since 1989, part time employed at Rennert Fire and Sales since 1996 and past Eldorado Fire Chief from 1996-2007. He retired in 2016 from the State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections Dodge Correctional as a Captain; employed with the State since 1989. He was charter member since 1994 for the Eldorado First Responders. He was involved or held leadership roles in: County EMS Association, County Communication Committee, Fire Chief's Association, Pickett Steam Engine Club and Eldorado Building Committee for Fire Station and Town Garage. Rod has been heavily involved in the Eldorado Community Picnic and longtime Parade announcer.
Rod is survived by his daughter Holly (spec. friend Shaun Ennis) Menne of Princeton, his brother Tony (spec. friend Kelly) Menne of Fond du Lac, aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents
A celebration of Rod's life will be Saturday, Jan. 21st from 12:00 Noon until 4:00 PM concluding with a service at 4:00 PM at the Eldorado Volunteer Fire Station, N9218 County Road N, Eldorado. In lieu of flowers memorials are appreciated to the Eldorado Volunteer Fire Department or the Eldorado First Responders.
Twohig Funeral Home is serving the family with guestbook and online condolences at www.twohigfunerals.com.
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David & Paula Hass
January 14, 2017
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Tiny will me dearly missed.
Ellington Fire Rescue
January 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Menne's family along with the members the Eldorado Fire Department. Stay Strong because your not alone.
Christa Wonser
January 13, 2017
All the girls wanted to waltz with Tiny, he was one of the lightest on roller skates. Many many good times at Majestic Roller Rink. See you on the other side.
Brian and Carla Schumacher
January 13, 2017
We will miss "Tiny" coming to make sure we didn't have an out of control fire, as he used to live down the road. He is someone that encouraged a great many people and we will miss him.
Michael Schmidt
January 13, 2017
Our Son Brian was a member of El Dorado fire dept.for a short time and talked Tiny into bring his Department down to our Fire Dept, Wet down Good Man will be Missed Former chief Michael A Schmidt St. Lawrence Fire Dept.
Sue Birren
January 13, 2017
I am so sorry of hear of Rod's passing. He was one of the first fire chiefs that I worked with and I had the opportunity of hanging out with him and catching up at the fire station this past November. He was always a pleasure to work and I will miss his good humor.
Sue Birren, State of Wisconsin Fire Protection Coordinator
Steve and Mabel Wilke
January 13, 2017
Great man and Firefighter! He always had kind things to say about the Eden Firemen's Auxiliary. Will miss seeing Tiny at the annual picnic and events for the EFD. God takes the good ones first!
Porter
January 13, 2017
Many memories of our life in DOC and Menne is one of them. RIP friend and prayers to all the family and friends.
Jerry and Cathy
Gladys Mitchell
January 12, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family of Rodney. Tony,his dad,is my first cousin.
Tom Spanbauer
January 12, 2017
RIP Rod, A good man, mentor and friend.
God Bless!
Philip Bergmann
January 12, 2017
Rest in Peace Capt. Menne. It was a pleasure to work with you all those years at Dodge. Your sense of humor was particularly honed to a fine point, especially concerning inmates. Until we all meet again, say hi to our fellows who have gone before from all of us.
annie meshun
January 12, 2017
hey tiny or tow truck as you were also known as. we had many laughs you gave me a lot of love and friendship that I will always remember bless your big heart til we meet again .
Ron Wilson
January 12, 2017
I worked at DCI from 2001-2007, and knew Rod very well. We corresponded quite often between security and maintenance issues. He was always great to work with. Super personality. He'll be truly missed.
Ashley Williamson
January 12, 2017
RIP Captain Menne
Lots of good laughs with you!
Nickie Esselman
January 11, 2017
RIP Captain Menne you will be missed.
Jeff Klick
January 11, 2017
RIP Seg Rat
Deb Girard
January 11, 2017
I worked with Tiny at Waupun correctional and knew him through his career. He was a good friend to many. He was kind and was always there to help. RIP my friend......until we meet again!!!
RICHARD ZIEGLER
January 11, 2017
Rodney was a great step brother, been a long time since I seen him! We are sorry for your loss ,may the Lord be with you all, and may you RIP Tiny! Love you your step brother!!
Michael Moore
January 11, 2017
Rest in peace to a good friend for twenty years.
Jeanne Bogenschutz
January 11, 2017
I had the pleasure of knowing Rod for many years! He brought great stories to his appointments and always made me smile! Rest in peace Rodney!
Bernadette Pigeon
January 11, 2017
My prayers for your family. You will be missed.
Rick Phillips
January 11, 2017
Rest in peace brother! You were loved by many here and I am sure you will be there. It was a pleasure knowing you for so many years.
January 11, 2017
Until we meet again......
R.I.P. Capt.
You are pain FREE now
Tamara Laabs
January 11, 2017
Prayers to the family and RIP Capt. Menne!
Laurie K
January 11, 2017
Oh, Tiny you will be dearly missed.
Marge Manowske
January 11, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to Tiny's family. Rest in Peace, Tiny.
The Manowske Family
Kim & Ron Kollman
January 11, 2017
RIP
cous
Michelle E.
January 10, 2017
I am very sorry for your loss.
May God "surround and comfort" you during this very difficult time. - Psalm 71:21
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