Darven Arthur Winger

Winger, Darven Arthur Darven Arthur Winger, age 84, of Oconomowoc, lovingly surrounded by family, died peacefully on Friday, September 10, 2010. Darven was born October 2, 1925, in Ixonia, Wisconsin, to the late Arthur and Ada (nee Dornfeld) Winger. He proudly served as a radioman in the United States Navy during World War II. Darven along with his brother, Lester Winger, owned Winger's Tap in Oconomowoc. Darven and Lester were well known for their sponsorship of many local sports teams. Darven was an avid fisherman, hunter and golfer. He was a leader of area sportsmen's clubs as well as an advocate for lake access and water conservation efforts. On October 3, 1948, he married Mary Stuart in Oconomowoc, becoming loving partners and devoted parents. Darven is survived by his wife, his children, Judy Bien of Oconomowoc, Diane (Gene) Flanagan of Sussex, Donna (Jerry) Honeyager of Dousman and Richard (Kim) Winger of Oconomowoc. He is further survived by his sister, Iris Zwieg of Watertown, ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Lester, and sisters Bernadine Pouchert, Noreen Froemming and Adeline Bremser. The family would like to thank the chaplain, doctors, nurses and staff of Aurora Medical Center for their professional and compassionate care. Darven was grateful that he was able to receive healthcare and requested memorials be made to Lake Area Free Clinic of Oconomowoc. Friends may visit Thursday from 4:00PM until time of memorial service at 7:00PM all at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 145 Lisbon Road, Oconomowoc. Final rest LaBelle Cemetery.