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for George Badke
Richard Lulloff
April 20, 2021
Just read this tonight and am so sorry for your loss. George was my freshman
Algebra and Science teacher at Francis Jordan High School in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He Coached the Varsity Football team. I was a member of the undefeated freshman football team and George always showed an interest in how I was doing. We would talk sports and exchanged trivia quizes.
I brought my sport magazines into read. Even though that was over 50 years ago I frequently thought of him
because I had immense respect for him. I would like to express my sincere condolences for your loss.
Best Regards,
Richard Lulloff
Francis Jordan HS
Daniel Skoglund
May 28, 2019
"hit the lines make the time" rings through my head every day when I work out. Thanks for instilling a great work ethic in your players George. You will always live on in my memory.
Meghan Badke
August 20, 2017
Glen Missner
June 19, 2017
My first job in real estate over 30 years ago happened to be in the same office as George. George was always willing and never to busy to answer a question or give pointers to a rookie when most would not. Over the years I always liked seeing George at the various real estate and construction events and have a chat, he would always take the time to ask how you and your family were doing, what a kind, and terrific guy who will Shirley be missed.
My condolences and prayers to his family and the many close friends I am certain George had.
RIP
Stuart Rosenberg
June 16, 2017
George was a great guy and long time friend in the business. George was a guy you could talk to and I had a lot of fun with him over the years at many of the association meetings and other events. I am saddened and shocked by his passing. He will sorely be missed. Our condolences to his family. He was a great guy and it was an honor to have known him.
June 16, 2017
My condolences to the family. George was a gentleman and a very nice guy. I always enjoyed his company at real estate outings.
Steve Podolsky
Podolsky Circle, LLC
June 16, 2017
George was a great man.... I will miss interacting with him.
Peter Tisbo
June 7, 2017
George was a great friend and business associate to our family for many, many years. After my Father Cosmo passed in 1999, we often shared stories about him. Our best conversations however naturally centered around football. A very kind, generous human being. He will be missed. RIP, George.
Tim and Karen McManigal
June 6, 2017
Coach Brian,
It's terrible to hear about the loss of your father. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Tim and Karen McManigal
Pat Gora
June 6, 2017
Sandy, it was a wonderful service today and a great tribute to your loving husband. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. A friend from long ago. Pat Gora. Wheaton Il
Ed McCarthy
June 6, 2017
Badke Family,
George was incredibly admired and respected by everyone during our time at St. Joe's. On the few occasions we got together in the ensuing years, he exhibited his happiness to all of us. I am certain you are all extremely proud of the great life that he shared with you.
Rest easy, old friend.
Wayne Mitchell
June 5, 2017
My sincere condolences from the West Coast for Sandy and the Badke family. George touched many lives in the most positive manner. Although he was no longer a teacher or coach of mine I met up with him several times and his kind words of encouragement inspired me to emulate his passion. I know we will meet again in Valhalla.
Mitch (St. Laurence '75)
Regina & Bill Biros
June 5, 2017
Sandy we will be here for you, next month, next year & for years to come... you don't even have to call....Memories will sustain!!
Hal Erickson
June 5, 2017
So sorry for your loss. We send our sincerest condolences to Sandy and Family.
RIP
Hal & Lydia Erickson
Peter McDonnell
June 5, 2017
Sandy, I was hoping to get by. I'm sorry and will always remember George showing up to see you in the beer truck he drove in the summers in college and all of us kids giving him a hard time on Honore. He was a good guy. Peter McDonnell
Tim Gallagher
June 5, 2017
Totally CLASS GUY!!!! Gonna miss him!!! My thoughts and prayers go out to George and his Family. RIP my Friend.
Dan Skoglund
June 5, 2017
To Sandy and the Badke family my deepest condolences, I know you will miss George deeply as he was a blessing to your family in so many ways.
I feel incredibly fortunate for having had the opportunity to be coached by George. His passion and intensity for excellence were contagious and his expectation that you perform to your best and nothing less served as a tremendous foundation for my life.
Thank you George, I will always do my best to live up to that standard and work with others to do the same.
Dan Skoglund
Fenwick 1978
Brian Liston
June 4, 2017
Great guy to everyone he ever came in touch with. He had a kind word for everyone. "May his memory be eternal"
Cy Cahill
June 4, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sandy and the kids. Coach B is no longer in any pain, John:14. Coach , till we meet again in Valhalla ( Vikings 73), we love you Coach, you made us all great men of St.Laurence. Cy Cahill (73).
June 4, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and blessings to your family.
Love,
Janet and David Carpenter
June 4, 2017
George was a mentor and role model for me and all those he encountered. My sympathies to his family and loved ones.
Bob Dwyer St. Laurence Class of1972
Don Leigh
June 4, 2017
Great sadness today. George was a great father, husband, coach and friend. To Sandy and the kids, my deepest condolences and prayers.
Chumley
David Gall
June 3, 2017
Coach Badke had a passion for perfection and instilled confidence that that perfection could be achieved through goals that could be achieved through a concerted focus and belief in oneself and that a team effort will get you there.
His staff shared those beliefs and instilled a passion for success that all teamamtes,embraced and felt a part of the success we achieved.
I personally appreciated his belief in me, and his giving me the opportunity to make the most of what I could contribute to his team,which he took soo much pride in.I'm sure his leadership had a geat impact on many of his players lives as it did on mine.
My condolences and prayers for you Mrs Badke and Family.David Gall,Fenwick'82
George at 40 Yr. Reunion of STL
Billy Herman
June 3, 2017
George was my football coach at St. Laurence back in 1972. He was always kind and understanding of our stupid, young mistakes.
(Alright, MY mistakes!) Was always there for us with a smile on his face and ready and willing to take some kind-hearted ribbing from the players on the team. I will remember his obvious love for life and love for his friends and family. George was one of those special people I can say...was an honor to have known! Although his passing is sad, be happy that he was, in some way, a part of your life.
June 3, 2017
The Kollpainter Family sends their condolences and peace and strength to all.
pat gerke
June 3, 2017
I am so sorry for you loss. R.I.P.
June 3, 2017
My Dear Friend GEORGE...
I am deeply saddened by your passing...I will always remember the fun talks you and I had about football and the teams and players from the past...since I am like the new guy intown I always felt good talking to you and spending fun times with our two wifes...Mary and Sandy, they were always laughing and praying so much fun to be around...
As you are now approaching Our Dear Lord and Saviour I know HE will share his MERCY on you and give you your proper Place in His Heavenly Kingdom...
Good bye George and hopefully we will get toghter in the Kingdom of God...
May you soul Rest in Peace. AMEN !!!
Joe Zunic
June 3, 2017
Warm Summer Sun
Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.
By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation
June 3, 2017
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.
By Lamaretta Simmons
Mary Zunic
June 3, 2017
Our deepest condolences to Sandy and George's beloved family. We loved George and praise God for his lifetime of love for his wife and family, his God and his country. He indeed was a man to love, admire and emulate ! Joe and Mary Zunic
Jim Mota
June 3, 2017
Good man taught me a about life lessons both on and of the field .
June 3, 2017
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the words of John 6:40 bring you comfort. CR
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