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David Doperalski Obituary
David Thomas Doperalski, 59, Green Bay, passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on July 17, 2012. He was born March 27, 1953, to (the late) Norbert and Adeline (Lazansky) Doperalski in Algoma. He graduated from Kewaunee High School in 1971 and Northeast Wisconsin Technical College with an Associate Degree in Marketing.
He married Jean Jadin (preceded in death in 1991) on September 28, 1974, in Kewaunee. On October 14, 1995, he married Jacqueline Woulf at St. Bernard Church in Green Bay. He worked for Kmart Corp from 1973-1980 and ShopKo Stores from 1980-2006, in store management, store operations and information services in Illinois, Minnesota and Wisconsin. From 2006 to present, he worked for Associated Bank as a Business Solutions Manager. He was well-respected and liked by his colleagues, friends, and family. He was known for his smile, laughter, and sense of humor. He faced difficult situations with a level head, calmness and confidence which provided support and encouragement to others. He found peace and relaxation in his faith, gardening, lawn work, and spending time at the cottage and with his family. He belonged to the N.E.W. Master Gardeners Club and served as co-treasurer.
Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline Doperalski; son, Andrew and daughter, Sara (Elliot) Heath, Green Bay; mother-in-law; Lorraine Woulf, Peshtigo; brother, Randy Doperalski, Green Bay; sisters, Linda (David) Jergenson, Luxemburg , Laure Doperalski (Neil Jergenson), Casco; brothers- in- law, Robert (Linda) Woulf, Franklin, VA, Bernie (Sally) Jadin, Kewaunee, Bill (Mary) Jadin, Kewaunee, Jerry (Pat) Jadin, Green Bay, Jack (Rhonda) Jadin, Algoma, Jim Jadin, Madison; sisters- in- law, Kathy (Jim) Durow, Naperville, IL, Mary Durocher, Freda, MI, Kathy (Dennis) Zeuge, Kewaunee, Julie (Joe) Bielke, Luxemburg, Monica (Darryl) Graff, Kewaunee, Debbie (Don) Bauer, Kewaunee, Linda (Kurt) Gretz, Kewaunee, Ann (Mike) Reindl, Algoma; along with several nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Jean Jadin; parents, Norbert and Adeline Doperalski; mother and fathers-in-law, John (Joan) Jadin and Leslie Woulf; brother-in-law, Leo Durocher; nephew, Andre Durocher; grandparents; aunts and uncles.
Friends and family may call from 4-8 p.m. Friday, July 20, at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 E. Mason St. Parish wake service at 7 p.m. with Sister Helen Keyzer officiating. Visitation will continue on Saturday, July 21, from 9-10 a.m. at St. Bernard Catholic Church, 2040 Hillside Lane. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with Rev. Jose Antonio Castaneda officiating. Burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery, Kewaunee. Online condolences may be expressed at www.prokowall.com
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in David's name.
The family would like to thank the staff at Unity Hospice, especially Andrea, Christine, and Mona, as well as Green Bay Oncology, Dr. Ryan and Nicole Spaeth.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Doperalski
July 25, 2012
I just found out about this yesterday and please know that Janet and I are very sorry for your loss. Dave was a great guy and will be missed.
Keith and Janet Voss
Denise M. Arnoldi
July 22, 2012
Jackie & family, Dave's presence will be missed by many but his light will shine on forever. He shared cube space next to me for nearly 3 years... my fondest memory will be the laughter we shared with the Chipmunk 'happiness button' (that you bought him, Jackie)... if we had a bad day or moment, he / or we would hit the 'happy button'. He will be missed by all of us. My deepest sympathies to you and the family.
Paula Weber
July 21, 2012
Jackie, I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Jim and Sandy Bluemel
July 21, 2012
Jackie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God help you find strength and peace during this hard time.
July 21, 2012
Jackie
You have has some hard years, but you are strong. I pray for that strength now.
Kathy Edwardson
Kevin & Nicole Ress
July 20, 2012
Dave was the coolest of cats. Even if a system implementation was going south for a bit, Dave was always able to keep calm and maintain that light hearted spirit. He will certainly be missed at Associated.
Joan kORZENIEWSKI
July 20, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Tina Madson
July 20, 2012
Jackie-
I am sooo sorry to hear about Dave. What a wonderful man-it's not fair; he was too good of a man-we need him here to show the other men what a good one looks/acts like! This note comes with a big hug and kiss - hang in there kiddo-you have a lot of people who love you. May that love keep you strong! You and our family are in our thoughts and prayers.
XOXO
Tina (Marquette) Madson
Jill & Steve Kudick
July 20, 2012
To Dave's family...
Although we cousins haven't been in close contact in recent years,I think of spending time with you at your folks' house on Sundays when we were younger very fondly. We have thought of you all often over the years. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. God Bless you all...Jill & Steve Kudick
Rita Siebers-Tarnowski
July 20, 2012
Losing someone you love is so very difficult. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Mike Martin
July 20, 2012
Jackie, Andy and Sara,
What a beautiful Eulogy you wrote. We lost a great man this week. Although he is in a better place now, he will always be missed by family and friends
I was so lucky to have been able to spend so much time with Dave our last years at ShopKo. The obituary was so descriptive of him. "Facing difficult situations with a level head, calmness and confidence; providing support and encouragement to others." He went out of his way to help me and others in so many ways. I will always remember that smile and contagious laugh of his that brought us all back to reality. He always seemed to know the right things to say at the right time. Everyone looked up to him.
It was evident that he loved his family very much. He was always willing to share and swap family stories (often humorous) about what the Doperalski's were up to. Loved to talk about his gardening projects, what the kids were up to and his family vacations. He was truly a remarkable man that I feel blessed to have known. He was one of a kind.
May God bless all of you
Mike & Dolly Martin
Dawn Hockers
July 20, 2012
Jackie & Family:
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He truly was a wonderful man, always having a smile on his face regardless of the situation.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Ed & Karen Malnory
July 20, 2012
Our deepest sympathies to Dave's Family. It was always a pleasure to be Dave's friend and coworker.
Dave has been in our thoughts since our chance meeting a few weeks ago.
July 19, 2012
Jackie,
I just learned of Dave's passing; I was not aware that he had been suffering from cancer. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and your family. Dave was a great employee filled with integrity, humor, kindness, and he had a wonderful work ethic. I always admired his leadership and committment and positive approach to everything. The two of you made a great team for Shopko. Thank you for your loyality, friendship, and committment.
Sincerely,
Bill Podany
Knoxville, TN
Linda Arkin
July 19, 2012
Jackie, I'm so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I so enjoyed working with Dave at ShopKo. I'll keep you, Andy and Sara in my prayers.
Laurie and Stephen Treskon
July 19, 2012
Jackie, Andy, and Sara:
We are so very sad to hear of Dave's passing. He was such a wonderful man with a beautiful heart. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you.
Tracy Hildner
July 19, 2012
Jackie and family, I am so sorry to hear this tragic news. May your memories comfort you in this terrible time.
Jon Kolb
July 19, 2012
Jackie, Andrew and Sara,
This is so hard to believe. Our prayers go out to the three of you. I had so much respect for Dave. He always had such a calming affect on people. His smile, kindness and humor were always genuine. It was great having him as a manager. He never over reacted and with very little effort he restored a sense of calmness to those that worked for him. He will truly be missed by all of us.
Jon & Mary Jo
Theresa Bishop
July 19, 2012
Jackie, so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
God Bless,
Theresa
Mary Vernosh
July 19, 2012
Jackie, We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Elena lit a candle for Dave last weekend at Robinsonville. Dave is at peace now in Heaven. God Bless, Mary, Marty & Elena Vernosh
David Bonham
July 19, 2012
On behalf of NEW Master Gardeners - our deepest sympathy. We will miss Dave's great smile, positive attitude and dedication to helping our community.
Jane Cherney
July 19, 2012
To the Family of David Doperalski:
My deepest sympathies at the loss of Dave. I graduated with Dave in 1971 from Kewaunee High School and he was always such a fun loving person. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Sue Cravillion
July 19, 2012
To the family of
Dave. I became friends with Dave threw the the Master Garden Program at the Extenion. He truly loved life and all it had to offer. We worked together on our first project a small group of us on a rain garden. Threw trial and error we completed that project and became members of the board. It was a pleasure sitting, chatting and laughing together. Dave will be truely missed by many. My condolences to the Doperalski Family.
July 19, 2012
Blessings to all of you at this time of letting go. I am a better person for having known Dave and each of you. love, Fr. Dave
Pam Girtz
July 19, 2012
Jackie,
I am so sad to hear that Dave has passed away. Just recently found out he had been struggling with cancer. He was an excellent manager and co worker; honest, upfront and personable; a very caring man. My thoughts and condolences to you and the rest of the family.
Diane Roznowski
July 19, 2012
Jackie and Family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
MaryAnn Sorensen
July 19, 2012
Jackie,Andrew,Sara and families,
There are no words to express how sad I was to learn of Dave's passing. May he rest always in the loving arms of God. Please know that all of you have been, and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.
With much love,
Elizabeth Arneson
July 19, 2012
Jackie and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. May you find comfort in knowing that Dave is resting peacefully and without pain in the arms of our Heavenly Father. Take comfort in knowing you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time. Blessings to you each and every day.
In love and friendship,
Paul, Elizabeth(Gardon), Christopher, and Megan Arneson
Kelly Mottl
July 19, 2012
Jackie, you were blessed to have Dave and your memories will help you through this terrible time. I will miss seeing the two of you in church. My sympathies to you and to your family. I am praying for all of you.
Jo Ann Turensky
July 19, 2012
Jackie, Andrew, Sara and families ---
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Dave was a wonderful man, co-worker and friend. I was able to work with him both in the stores and the office and he was always, always a wonderful co-worker. I know he enjoyed life and was proud and happy to have all of you in his life.
When someone you love becomes a memory - that memory becomes a treasure. Treasure your memories and love that you have with Dave and he will always be with you.
My condolences,
Jo Ann Turensky
Don Mier
July 19, 2012
Jackie I am so sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I will never forget his smile & laughter. I will also never forget the conversations we had and the kind words you gave me when my sister Debbie was passing.Please let me know if there is anything you need during this time & remember Dave will always be there for you. Your friend always,
Don Mier
Karen Sobiesczyk
July 19, 2012
My deepest sympathies to you and your family, Jackie. I am shocked to hear of Dave's illness and passing, and my heart goes out to you as you bridge another journey in your life. God be with you, and know that love transcends all time and space.
Lori Wildeck
July 18, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. I enjoyed his smile and pleasant nature. I worked with Dave and had respect for him as a co-worker and as a person.
He may no longer be in your sight but he will always be in your heart. With deepest sympathy.
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