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Edwin Dumke Obituary

Dumke, Edwin Paul Of Muskego. Joined his beloved wife, Frannie, in Heaven on May 20, 2008. Born on the 4th of July in 1917. Ed lived a full life: husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, founder of Northwest Aluminum and Brass Foundry, Muskego Alderman for 24 years. His greatest passion was the enjoyment and preservation of nature. His property in Muskego was a true nature conservatory with a lake and numerous ponds. For many years, he raised exotic birds and his home was a haven for wildlife of all types. Ed was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Frances, and granddaughters Annette and Linda. He will be greatly missed by his children Edwin (Allean), Nanette (Dennis) Lorenz and Sherry (Michael) Olsen, his grandchildren Edwin, Kevin, Brian, Judy, Alicia, Dennis, Alana, Angela and their spouses, and 20 great-grandchildren. Further survived by his sisters Edna and Bernice, other family members and many friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home Fri., May 23, from 4-7PM. MEET AT ST. MARTIN OF TOURS CEMETERY, 7963 S. 116th St., Franklin, on Saturday at 11AM for the burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice are appreciated. HARTSON FUNERAL HOME 11111 W. Janesville Rd.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from May 22 to May 23, 2008.

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Cindy Bennett (Lange)

May 28, 2008

Our sympathies to you, Sherry et al.

Dan Lang

May 27, 2008

To a great friend and boss he will be missed...

Kris Skotarzak (Comfort Keepers)

May 23, 2008

Heartfelt sympathy to your family at this difficult time.

Jane Schaefer

May 23, 2008

We enjoyed having Ed as a neighbor!
God bless you!
Gil and Jane Schaefer

Natalie Nowak

May 23, 2008

Rest in peace and love.

Kelly Misko

May 22, 2008

Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

God Bless you
Brian and Kelly Misko

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