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Mercy Hanson (Jaques)
December 15, 2007
To the Denny Family,
Norm Jaques (my father) let me know of Bill's passing at the beginning of December. I wanted to extend my deepest sympathies to everyone in the family during this very difficult time. I'd also like to send my thoughts especially to Brian. I hope that you are doing well, in spite of your deep loss.
Jim & Yvette Ordman
December 14, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. I will miss Mr. Denny very much
Jim an Christi Mitchell
December 12, 2007
Very sorry for your loss, He was a great person that we enjoyed talking to at the club
Sherry Weborg
December 12, 2007
Mrs.Denny and Family,
With deepest sympathy extended to you and your family, Bill helped me and my family immensely in a time when we did not know where or who to turn to, his lose will be felt by many, including my family. His quiet voice always made me feel comfortable and stress free, he was a truly kind, considerate man, and I feel honored to of known him. Sherry Weborg and Family.
Matt and Jody Koblenzer
December 9, 2007
We were saddened to hear of Bill's passing. We always looked forward to seeing Bill coming down the dock, with his friendly greetings and good humor. A true Corinthian sailor, we benefitted from his knowledge and enthusiasm for the sport. We will miss him.
Matt and Jody Koblenzer
Grace Busse
December 9, 2007
Mrs. Denny and family,
I knew Mr. Denny as our back door neighbor for years in Elm Grove. I remember him fondly as a kind man with a loving way and a hearty laugh. I am grateful to him for introducing my mother Evangeline Constantine, to her now husband, Siegfried Krauss. My sympathies to you at this difficult time. May you be comforted knowing that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Grace Constantine Busse
"Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God."
Cherlyn & Chuck Spiegelhoff (Friends from work)
December 8, 2007
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Our prayers are with you.
Mike & Jan Healy
December 8, 2007
Rita & family,
it was with great shock that we learned of Bill's passing. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. I have known and sailed against the Bonne Chance program for 30+ years & Bill was always the true gentleman sailor. He was also a great supporter of the SOS groups efforts to save the little church in the Grove. He wore many hats with ability and pride and was certainly one of a kind.
Marcy & David Schmidt
December 7, 2007
It was hard to work with Mr. Denny and not become his friend, he had that way about him that showed he really cared. Bill will be missed by us, and by many others too.
Robert McManus
December 7, 2007
To Bills family
Please accept my condolences on your great loss. Bill's strength of will, good humor and grace in the face of adversity was inspirational. I will miss seeing him where he loved to be.
Bob and Mary Stack
December 7, 2007
In his more than 50 years of law practice and membership in the Wisconsin Bar, Bill helped shape not only the legal landscape of Wisconsin, but also the careers of many lawyers. He may be gone but his legacy will continue for many many years to come. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Rita and the family.
Rosanna Gerbing
December 7, 2007
Rita and Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
I'm sorry to say I'm out of town.
Jill Weiss
December 7, 2007
Dear Miss Rita,
I am so sorry. Mr Denny will be missed by all, I'm sure. My prayers are with you and your family. I would always enjoy talking with him, while I took care of him at the clinic.
God Bless.
Jill Weiss
PHCMC-BROOKFIELD
Jolly Schelwat
December 6, 2007
Dearest Rita and Family,
My "Skipper" has departed this earth to sail in the blue skies of Heaven with my Dad Walt and many more from our Milwaukee Yacht Club Family. The race is on! The tears are flowing! The Schelwat family extends our sympathy and mourns with you. Bill was the most sincere, sweet and generous man that I have been priviledged to know. Besides inviting us often to sail and race on lovely Bonne Chance (always so much fun and such great food from Margaret & all), Bill took our family under his wing in difficult times and got us through with his soft spoken sense of humor and faithful warmth. Our son Tim got his law start in Bill's office. He molded Tim into an outstanding lawyer - we are most grateful. It pained me to see Bill struggling the last year or so. What an inspiration for all of us to keep the chin up, keep happy,and to know what truly is important in life. God Bless You...
Wayne, Jolly, Steve, Doug and Tim Schelwat
Marty Crain
December 6, 2007
Mary and I are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Bill was an extremely giving man; I always found it hard to turn down his invitations to sail. What an inspiration ... we'll all miss Bill, but will keep his memory and spirit alive.
Julie Stockinger
December 6, 2007
Rita and Family, Deepest sympathy to you and your family and friends. We had the good fortune to have met, worked with and sailed with Bill this last summer. He always had an encouraging word ,and will surely be missed. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.Sincerely, Frank, Julie and Colin Stockinger
Gerry and Annette Fricke
December 6, 2007
Rita:
Our condolences to you and the family. Had not seen Bill for a couple of years but had the good fortune to stop in at his office when we were in Elm Grove a few weeks ago and spend some time with him. It was great to see him again. Will miss him at the next Koehring reunion.
Ernie Pierce
December 6, 2007
Rita, please accept Martha and my deepest sympathy to you and your family on hearing of Bill's death. He was one the first people that I met on joining Koehring in 1955.
Bill Tennessen
December 6, 2007
We will really miss seeing and talking with Bill on the dock at The Milwaukee Yacht Club.---Bill and Carol Tennessen
Edward Purcell
December 6, 2007
Mrs. Denny and family,
Bill was a great guy who will be missed by many. We'll miss Bonne Chance on the race course. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Ed Purcell
Vice Commodore - MYC
Randy Romens, FITS Mechanical
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and co-workers of Bill Denny. Bill was a great man who will be missed by many. He was a valued friend, mentor and customer of FITS Mechanical.
Bill and Dee McGrath
December 6, 2007
Dear Rita and family:
A shock to learn of Bill's passing and we extend our deepest sympathy to you and family. You and Bill have been great friends over the years, especially in 1951 and our time together in subs in Norfolk, and then raising our families in the Milwaukee area. Even though we saw you infrequently in the past few years, we never forgot.
With Love,
Jacque Zemlicka
December 6, 2007
Rita and family:
Bonnie called me last night with the sad news of your loss of dear Bill. My heart is heavy today as I remember him and all the wonderful things he did for my folks, John & Fran. Bill was always a highlight for me when I visited and he always had time for a talk. Please know that we are remembering all of you in our prayers and will always hold a special place in our hearts for your special husband, father and grandfather.
Larry Manne
December 6, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lisa Haase
December 6, 2007
Mrs. Denny, Joan, and Family,
So many fond memories of Mr. Denny that bring us all right back to 'home'! The warm place in our hearts for each of you and what Mr. Denny meant to all of us as we journey through life together. He always made us feel at home in Milwaukee.
So sorry for you loss. Thinking and praying for all of you at this tender time. Lots of Love, thoughts and Prayers and peace, Lisa Haase
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