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for Randall Schwenk
Crystal
September 30, 2021
Never forgotten!!!!
unka Jeff Smith
May 13, 2007
Jan, Gary, &Renee
I have had time here in Maine to contemplate what Randy meant to all of us. I regret not having been able to spend more time with him but that was not his fault.
When I visited you, I was there for some frustrating "Randy moments" but a smile and a hug from him .... how could you not love him?. I am sorry that his impending visit to my camp here is not possible.
He will be in my thoughts forever.
Jason Lange
February 22, 2007
Randy, even though I did not know you the way others did I will always remember the tile floor project we got ourselves into at Megan's house, even though it took us a week or so we got it done and shared some laughs in the process. I will also remember Halloween at Mulligans MY PIMP!!
We all miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Michael Szmanda
February 21, 2007
Randy was one of the best friends anyone could ever hope for. I am so blessed to have had him in my life. You could always count on good advise, a listening ear, or a shoulder to cry on. I love you bro, you will always be in my heart, thoughts and prayers.
Michelle Neddersen
November 5, 2006
I miss you Randy. You always looked out for me those late nights after bar time, making sure I got home safely. I can't put into words the tragedy of losing you, but I can say one thing... I am a better person for having known you.
doris Schwenk
November 4, 2006
Gary Jan and Renee
I was just told about Randy I am so sorry he was sooooo special. I know I have not seen him in many years as tho I wish I could have gotten to know him when he was older but that is what divorce does. I just want to say he is in a better place and now he is in heaven with grandma and that is good. Garry Jan and Renee I can not even imagine what is must be like Just want you to know that my thoughts are with you all. Renee take care I know you two were close, God Bless you all in your time of greiving. Hope this still gets in to you
David Algeo Smith
November 2, 2006
I was so very sorry to hear of the tragedy of my cousin Randy's passing, but I'm glad that I had a chance to hang out with him at Lambeau Field last Packers season for Sunday Night Football in December. That was an extremely chilly evening--7 or 8 degrees above zero tops! Randy and I left our seats a couple times to warm up with hot chocolate, and we had a good chat while we were at it. I think it was his first trip to Lambeau, and it was my second. We also had brats, and our feet were still frozen despite our best efforts. I was really happy to see him that evening. Just before we parted at the end of the game (The Pack finally won in a close game that night after a pretty rough season) he wouldn't let me go with only a handshake: he insisted upon a hug, and I'm glad he did because that's the last time I saw him.
It was quite clear to me--judging by the enormous turnout of young people and others at his funeral--that Randy was a young man who was well loved and liked by many. I feel proud that I knew him, and I will miss him very much.
Dan Parker
October 27, 2006
Randy was one of the most fun people I've met. He made everyone smile. I have so much respect for him; he did the right thing for other people. He was a rarity, considerate, a joy of a friend. Miss you.
Barb Slavik Shell
October 23, 2006
My dear friend Jan and family,
Words cannot express my disbelief and sorrow when I learned of Randy's death. You are so right - a parent should not have to go through this with their child. Though we were so far apart after high school and I did not get a chance to see much of Randy, in reading the Guest Book entries here, I see how many lives he touched in such a special positive way. You can be very proud of him and I know you are. Please know you are in my prayers that God will grant you his strength and peace at this time of grieving.
Much love,
Patrick and Ann & kids Smith
October 21, 2006
Dear Schwenk & Smith Family,
We are again so sorry for this trajic loss...Randy will be missed immensely by all who knew him. Renee, we have not always been really close, but that doesn't mean that we couldn't make more effort in that direction. If there is any way I can be of support to you as a friend, a cousin, or as a parent as well, don't hesitate to contact me by email, phone or mail. And, our children would have a blast together. We will continue to pray for all of you.
Patrick Smith, Ann, & all the kids
655 Winnebago Trail, Batavia, IL 60510 630-879-7086
Katie Laumann
October 16, 2006
I didn't know Randy very well, but he always treated me well. The last time I saw him was when he bought me a shot on my 21st b-day on September 30th. He was always smiling, even when he was having a bad day. He always had new things to tell people. He is loved and missed by all the people whose lives he touched. It is true what Billy Joel wrote: " Only the GOod Die Young".
Kristine Steinbacher (Krueger)
October 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Louise Books
October 12, 2006
Randy - Remimbering the love and laughter you brought into my life will always put a smile on my face. Missing you!
Cindy and Glen Klein
October 11, 2006
Gary, Jan, Renee, Kyle, Olivia and all of Randy's friekds....we are still reeling from the loss of Randy. I still remember the first time I met him, he must have been about 8 years old and was a laugh a minute. It is hard to believe the last 20 years have gone by so very fast. We feel your pain and share your loss. Glen remembers your trips to North Dakota and Randy tagging along with him where ever he went. Those memories will stay in our hearts forever. We will never forget you Randy...to your family and friends...what a great tribute to him that all of you came together as you did to mourn and share your memories. Hang in there and speak his name often, as we will also.
angela hernandez
October 11, 2006
i
can't belive i will never see you again. even though you always picked
me up and gave me the biggest hug a person could give the pain was
nothing compared to your loving friendship. i remember when i frist
started at Denny's and you guys drove me nuts with your
paper fights and staying from 10 pm - 6 am with nothing but laughs and
good company. i will miss seeing your smileing face and the big hugs. i
love you and will miss you dearly. but will never forget
Adam Perella
October 10, 2006
Randall was my best friend and a brother. One of the purest souls I have ever known, he was always willing to help or listen to anyone. He was an incredible companion and influence when I needed him. I am sorry that I cannot be there for the family that has been just as good to me. You are all in my prayers.
Ben Phipps
October 10, 2006
I have fond memories of Randy at North High school, he always lightened the mood and made people smile, I'm very glad that I had the privilege to know Randy and will miss him very much.
Lora Browne
October 10, 2006
Janet and Gary,
We are so saddened by the loss of Randy.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. If we can help in any way, please let us know.
Cheryl Carroll
October 10, 2006
I have never felt further away from home when I learned of the misfortunate circumstance of Randy's passing. I'm still in complete shock. My prayers and thoughts go out to the Schwenk family.
Wendy Quade
October 9, 2006
To Randy's Family:
Your son was a wonderful man and a great friend, you did an excellent job raising him. He will be greatly missed. I'm sorry for your loss, it was such an incredible tragedy. You're in my thoughts and prayers.
To Randy:
You were sucha wonderful friend. I missed you terribly when we drifted apart and now I'll never get to tell you just how much your friendship really meant to me. You were truly one of a kind and you will be terribly missed. Long nights at Denny's will never be the same...I love ya, buddy!
Jan Filibeck
October 9, 2006
Dear Jan, Gary & Renee & family,
My heart goes out to you. Words are not enough but I do want you to know that my prayers are with you and for you. May God comfort you. May Randy rest in peace gently in God's hands. He was God's gift to all of us!
Aaron and Holly Kania
October 9, 2006
Gary and Janet,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Chad Wohlleben
October 9, 2006
Randy, You were a man who everyone looked up to. A person that instantly became everyones best friend In this life we can only hope to have the kind of effect on other people that someone like you did. We love you and you will be missed.
Jay and Lisa Diebold
October 9, 2006
We were so sorry to learn of the tragic loss of your son. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Please do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Scott Yanke
October 9, 2006
Randy was the guy I never anticipated seeing, but always looked forward to bumping into. I can't remember a time seeing Randy that he wasn't grinning ear to ear. The type of person who didn't just start a conversation for the sake of being polite, but because he really, genuinely cared. In the same respect that I never greeted Randy when he wasn't smiling, I never left him without catching the same positive feeling. My condolences to Randy's family, he will truly be missed by the people that were fortunate enough to run into him when they weren't expecting to.
Erik Koconis
October 9, 2006
Randy was a good person, always. Honest, caring , genourous, patient, and his actions always helped others enjoy these blessings in their own lives.
all our lives are richer having had Randy grace them, however short that time may have been.
My love and prayers to Gary, Janet, and Renee.
Brian & Kristin Gardella
October 8, 2006
We're truly in disbelief that such a wonderful and caring person has been taken away from us so soon. Although we knew Randy for not so long, we worked with him for a few years at Home Depot & he touched all of our lives in a way that not many people do. He is known and remembered by his enthusiasm for life, his kindness to all and that smile that warmed your heart. Randy we'll miss you so much & we know that you're in a better place now. God bless you, your family & friends. You'll truly never be forgotten.
Holly Swenson
October 8, 2006
It is with a sad sigh and eyes swelled with tears that I humbly share my condolences with each of your family during this tragic loss of Randy. Every time I see Randy I am tickled to have gotten the pleasure of bumping into him, especially after high school. Smiles, a loving gesture and kind words were always at the top of Randy's comic conversation. I'm thankful to have had the opportunity of knowing Randy and sharing those silly moments with him. Renee, my heart goes out to you with my deepest hug of comfort I can muster. Your family is such a tight knit group of wonderful personalities. I know how deep your love for your brother extends and its seen straight through to your soul. Life keeps us on our toes, I wish your family time to heal and the strength to carry Randy's spirit with you always. God Bless You.
Nina Black
October 7, 2006
When God calls our loved ones home, He leaves a gift of memories in exchange. I pray that you will be comforted by these beautiful memories and by knowing what an incredible difference Randy has made in many lives.
I'm so very sorry for your loss!
With love,
Nina
Courtney Amundson
October 7, 2006
Randy was a great guy. One of the nicest, most outgoing guys I've ever met. He will be missed.
Adam Vieau
October 7, 2006
Randy made the Home Depot a great place to work. My prayers are with his family.
Tamra Stewart
October 7, 2006
There were countless nights that Randy came into Denny's and I had the absolute pleasure of waiting on him. He always had a smile and a hug, for all of us. Not only did the staff smile when Randy walked in but almost all of the customers in the restaurant did as well. He was a great person and myself, and the staff at Denny's have nothing but the fondest memories of him. My sympathies to the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Soika
October 7, 2006
Randy was a kind, open, caring, funny and wonderful person. He was instantly likeable, the kind of guy you want to know forever. Rene, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Tony Davis
October 7, 2006
Randy,
On Thursday we observed a minute of silence at Mullian's. I have never hear the place so quiet while packed at the same time. You were an incredible man and will be missed more than you know. I am extremely thankful for the times that we had with you and will remember them forever. Goodbye, dear friend.
Kristine Heine and Brad Best
October 7, 2006
Dear Renee and Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss! Our thoughts have been with you since we found out about Randy. He was such a sweet person. A few years ago, we frequented Dennys in Waukesha at midnight and Randy was usually there. He always made a point to come to our table and chat. He would always have a humorous story to tell that pretty much kept us laughing all night. We'll always remember his kindness and sense of humor.
Marie Loeffler
October 6, 2006
What remembrances I have of Randy--always making us laugh in choir and orchestra. His optimism greatly touched me, because I cannot halt the flood of pleasant memories. I miss you.
mark rausch
October 6, 2006
randy was one of my good friends he always had a way to make anyone laugh and was always thinking of others first i really admired that in randy i will miss the times coming back to visit and seeing randy's smiling face he will always be in our hearts randy thank you for all the great memories we are all better people for knowing you.
Sara LePine
October 6, 2006
To Randy's Family:
I found out last night at Mulligan's that your son passed away. Everyone there was in a daze, nobody could believe that Randy passed away.
I just wanted to tell you that you did an amazing job raising your son. He was caring and friendly and did his best to look out for others. He touched so many lives in his short time he was here, but I know he will be watching over us all forever.
Chrissy Dzioba
October 6, 2006
Randy was one of those special people who left an impact on everyone he met. He could make you feel like his best friend, and as if you were the most important person in the room. I will never forget his contagious laugh. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to all of his family and many friends.
Brandon Wright
October 6, 2006
Dear Randy and Family, I need to express my deepest regrets for the loss to your family. I'm so sorry to see such good hearted people be taken from this world so unexpectedly. Randy was such a good soul. I always will remember him with a smile on his face not once had I ever seen him unhappy. He was always doing something out of the ordinary and he could never sit still. I miss that. Sometimes we don't appreciate enough how special people close to us are, and being grateful we're alive together doesn't get thought about as often as it should. It's unfortunate that we have to be reminded of this when we lose a friend. I'll cherish my memories of him and his life will not be forgotten. I will miss you Randy.
Rick Sieber
October 6, 2006
Randy was truly a class act. We went long stretches without seeing each other but whenever I bumped into him he treated me like he would a best friend. What a spark he had. He was always so involved with the lifes of so many people I don't know how he made time for himself. I don't think he'd have wanted it any other way. Thanks for being a part of my life Randy, you'll be missed.
Alexis Keiker
October 6, 2006
Randy was one of the kindest people I have ever met. He always put his friends and family first before himself. Anytime you were with Randy, his goal was to make sure you were having fun even if it meant him not having as good of a time. I have so many memories of Randy throughout the years. I have known him since elementary school but we didn't really get to be close until highschool. All the way up until the end he was always trying to help people. He will be forever known as one of the friendliest, nicest people I have ever known. I will miss him greatly.
Laurie Stroh
October 6, 2006
Mr. and Mrs. Schwenk: You don't know who I am, and I did not know Randy, but your niece Dianne is my very, very dear friend. I was with Dianne shortly after she received the call about Randy, much like she was there for me two and half years ago when I lost my two sisters in the accident we had just been in. I cannot know how it feels to lose a child, but I do know what sudden loss is, and my heart goes out to you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and friends. You will one day meet him again in a much happier place and know that God has a greater plan amongst this great tragedy. May He hold you in His Hands and comfort you. Renee, your brother will always be with you.
Julie, Barry, Brandon Klein-Ehresman
October 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Randy was such a sweet and caring guy. He will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved him. I wish we could be there for you in your time of sorrow. We love you.
Sarah Zsohar
October 6, 2006
Randy had the most superb way of making people feel like they were special every moment. We will never forget the fun times he inspired or the sound of his laugh. My condolences.
Michael Hoag
October 6, 2006
I had been good friends with Randy ever since we met each other on our first day of highschool in our orchestra class. From that point on we were inseperable within that class and other orchestra events. That friendship inside the classroom carried outside those walls as well. We spent a lot of time with each other through those highschool years. As time went on, and our busy lives got in the way, we did not get the chance to see each other as much. But when we did have the chance to meet up again, it was always as if we had just seen each other the previous day. Randy's time here was too short, but he touched more lives in his time then most of us could not do in two life times. My parents never gave me a brother, and although the blood that ran through his veins was not the same as mine, I will always consider him a brother, and will always be greatful for the time I had with him.
Dianne Walsh
October 6, 2006
In a blink of an eye the lives of all that knew Randy changed forever. It’s with great sadness that that we will say good by to such a wonderful young man who had so much life left to live. We will miss you forever. May God hold Randy's family and friends in His arms and comfort you during this very difficult time.
Duane & Dianne Walsh; Dustin, Cory, Andrew & Shae McGarvey –Center, ND
Lisa Thompson
October 6, 2006
Randy was one of the most well known most loved people I know. He was so nice to everyone he met. I have so many fond memories that I'll carry with me. Randy, you will be so missed by so many. We'll never forget you...
Krissy Kallin
October 6, 2006
You will be able to tell what kind of person Randy is by the wide variety of people who will be mourning his passing... he was friendly with EVERYONE. You couldn't go anywhere with him without people coming up to say hi to him. His laugh & his hugs had special powers that brightened the gloomiest face. I will always remember the precious times I got to hang out with him & his boys midnight bowling or just watching South Park...
May God help his family cope with such a big loss. One last display of the kind of sweet person Randy is- donating his organs... there are no words to fully describe him, other than "angel".
I'll never forget him.
CRYSTAL
October 6, 2006
MY HEART GOES OUT TO RANDY'S FAMILY. JUST KNOW THAT RANDY WAS LOVED VERY MUCH AND ALWAYS WILL BE. EVERYONE FROM MULLIGANS WILL MISS HIM DEARLY. OUR HEARTS ARE WITH RANDY AND HIS FAMILY!
~CRYSTAL
Christopher White
October 6, 2006
It is highly fortunate when a giving soul teaches you something valuable when you are not expecting it, and it is unfortunate when that source of kindness and enlightenment leaves. I thank Randy for bestowing upon me some insightful lessons and for being a great friend.
Matt Fett
October 6, 2006
It is said, “it comes with the territory.” That the death of family and friends occur with increasing frequency, as we grow older. And it’s true. But there are some people who are so full of life, so full of accomplishment and promise unfulfilled that their passing is all that more difficult to accept.
My Prayers go out to all of us, Randy's family and freinds. We all are still in disbelief.
Randy, You were more than a friend to us, we will NEVER forget you.
This one's for you.
Jenny Stark
October 6, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. Randy was such a wonderful, caring and thoughtful person. He will never be forgotten and always remembered.
Lawrence Starks
October 6, 2006
You were one of the best people I ever knew. Not only were you my guy, but a TRUE friend! A best friend! Thank you for listening without judgement and for the advice. I miss you! Much love 'DJ Ran-D'! I'll spin one for you!-'DJ Broadway'
Kim (Magnolia) Jones
October 6, 2006
My heart goes out to all of you and to everyone who loved Randy. May his light continue to shine through the impact he left here on earth.
Praying for you all.
Linda Perella
October 6, 2006
I have no words to express our deepest sympathy to you. Randy was a true, good friend to our son Adam. We will never forget his smiling face or his laughter during his visits to our home, nor ever forget how thoughtful and kind he was to our family. We are so very sorry. We will continue to hold your family in our prayers.
Robb & Jenny Syverson
October 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Nick Ktorides
October 6, 2006
Schwenk family:
I am sorry for your tragic loss. Randy was a good friend. My family and I are thinking of you.
Melinda Moore
October 6, 2006
At least we know that Randy is among Angels, walking with him every step of the way. My deapest sympathies go out to his parents and family. Just remember, there was a greater purpose that Randy was needed to serve. He will be watching over us...
Katie Kohnke
October 6, 2006
I was very sad to hear of Randy's untimely passing. He really was a genuinely nice guy with a big heart. He was kind to all he knew. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Elton, Beth, Ashlynn, Nicole Krieger
October 6, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Randy will be greatly missed and the impact of this loss will affect us forever.
May God comfort you during this time.
Andrew Schwingle
October 6, 2006
When you count life by the number of lives a person changed, instead of years lived, then you see that Randy was quite old. God just couldn't wait any longer to meet Randy. I know when I go to heaven, Randy will be there waiting for me, with a big soda and an even bigger smile in the smoking section of Denny's.
Joshua Bernier
October 6, 2006
Randy and I went to high school together. We didn't hang out much then, but after we graduated, for a time, I saw him more and more. I saw him at the bank the last Friday and we caught up, even if it was just for a few minutes. He always had something new to tell me and was a very interesting person. My deepest apologies to Randy's family and friends. He will be missed by all.
Jaime Hathaway
October 6, 2006
My heart and thoughts and prayers go out to you all. And especially to Renee. I am a sister, too.
I wish I could be there to mourn with you.
Much love,
Jaime, magnolia
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