Brookfield, Wisconsin
Temple, Dr. John William M.D. "Bill" Of Brookfield. Born to Eternal Life on September 10, 2006 at the age of 86. Preceded in death by his beloved wife of 18 years, Geraldine (nee Raab) and lovingly survived by his wife of almost 42 years, Margaret (nee Eisele). Loving father of Stephen (Mary) Temple, Victoria (Tom) Bonesho, John W. II (Carla) and Elizabeth Temple. Cherished grandfather of Paul Temple; Anthony (Kelly) and Michael Cerminaro; Catherine and Alexandra Bonesho; Emily and Mackenzie Temple. Brother-in-law of Lucille Temple and Barbara Temple Simkins. Preceded in death by his brothers, Frank Jr., Dr. Robert and Richard Temple and his sister, Mary Alice Page. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Bill graduated with honors from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in medicine in 1943. He served as a Navy Lieutenant in the Pacific aboard the U.S.S. John Rogers during World War II. He was head of the Department of Anesthesia at Columbia Hospital in Milwaukee until his retirement in 1985 and a clinical professor of medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He was an active member of the American Society of Anesthesia and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Wisconsin Society of Anesthesia in 2002. Bill was an avid tennis player, an accomplished violinist, an award winning bowler, a card lover and a jazz musician. Bill's family would like to express its thanks to the staff of Franciscan Woods for their compassion during his almost three years of care. A celebration of Bill's life will take place at a visitation at the Funeral Home on Friday, September 15 from 4 PM until the time of Scripture Service at 7 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to join the family on Saturday for the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM at St. Dominic's Church (18255 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield). Burial Services to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Memorials to the Medical College of Wisconsin are deeply appreciated. Bapa, you will always be loved and treasured for your passion and commitment to all that you held dear. Your spirit and love of family are gifts that will be forever cherished. Sympathy Expressions & Directions www.beckerritter.com BECKER RITTER Michael Feerick Associate 14075 W. North Ave . (262)782-5330
My parents, Wayne & Elsie Potter, are friends of Dr. Temple's wife, Margaret Eisele. My father lived with Margaret and her mother before he was married. They send their deepest sympathies.
Nancy Potter
September 15, 2006 | Milwaukee, WI
Dear Liz: You are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through these hard times. May the Lord guide you through the days and weeks ahead.
Sue Paulson
Sue Paulson
September 15, 2006 | DeForest, WI
My Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Katherine
Uncle Bill is my Godfather and Uncle. I haven't seen him in many years. I am unable to come to the services due to my own medical reasons. I just wanted to send all my love to Tori, Liz and the family.
Mary Katherine Raab Eagan
September 15, 2006 | Madison
I am a friend of Dr. Temple's wife, Margaret Eisele. My sympathy to you Margaret and to your family.
Jean Lester Brueggeman
Jean Brueggeman
September 14, 2006 | Menomonee Falls, WI
Liz Temple, is my neighbor and friend. She has many times spoken of her father very lovingly and I offer my condolences to her and the rest of the family.
Bernadine Cook
September 14, 2006 | DeForest, WI
I have many fond memories of Bill and our active days in the Anesthesiology Society. He was not only an outstanding physician, but also a leader. He will be missed.
Rudy Froeschle, M.D.
September 14, 2006 | Ft. Myers, FL
