Thomas-Heisler-Obituary

Thomas LaVerne Heisler

Oak Creek, Wisconsin

Aug 5, 1936 – Nov 14, 2009 (Age 73)

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BORN
August 5, 1936
DIED
November 14, 2009
AGE
73
LOCATION
Oak Creek, Wisconsin

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Heisler, Thomas L. Born into Eternal Life Saturday November 14, 2009, age 73 years. Loving husband of Kay (nee Seefeldt) for 51 years. Beloved father of Kelly (Maria) Heisler and Ann (Ron) Borkowski. Grandfather of Cory, Ryan, and Dillon. Brother of Eileen (Henry) Wojiechowski. Preceded in death by his parents, Art and Eileen "Nell", and his brothers Bill and Jerry. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Visitation Saturday November 28th at the funeral home from 1:00PM until 3PM, memorial service to follow at 3:00PM. Thomas worked at American Motors and then Pabst Brewery for 31 years, where he was a union official of Local 9 for 4 years. Thomas also served in the Marine Corps for two years where he was named Marine Corps Boxing Champion in 1957. Thomas later became the welterweight Golden Glove Champion of Wisconsin in 1961, '62, '63, and '64. Tom was the state AAU Champion from 1961 to 1963. In 1964, he competed and lost in the final round of the Olympic trials. Thomas continued to enjoy an active lifestyle that included jogging, walking, bike riding, playing golf as well as other sports. Thomas was proud to have donated 151 pints of blood to Children's Hospital. Many thanks to Mel "Pizon" and Vera Montemayor , our cribbage partners and good friends for many years. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Alzheimer's Association appreciated. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOME Johnson-Reiss Klemmer-Scheuerell-Tyborski 9200 S. 27th St (414)761-2750 Guest Book & Directions www.heritagefuneral.com

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Dear Sister Kay and family, Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you. Love, Dud and Leslee

Dear Heisler family, I was very sad to hear of Mr. Heisler's passing. I always enjoyed the time I was able to share with him. I was always impressed by his physical accomplishments, but was more impressed by his intelligence, humor, and respect that he exemplified. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless! Vince Nicols

Annie and family, My condolences to you all for the loss of your dad. Aunt Sue called and told me. I lost my dad 8-1-08 and still cry every day. Call me anytime.

Kay, Kelly, and Ann So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Kay and family, sending my sympathy, love and prayers to all of you. Rose Nagy Tel.: 262-293-9260 Arboretum Retirement Home Menomonee Falls, WI

Wendy and I want you to know that we are praying for your family during this time of loss. I pray that God would draw you near and give you His peace in the midst of your pain. We love you guys.

Dear Kelly and Family, I enjoyed meeting your father and recall how he enjoyed sports analogies. May the Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow and may your memories comfort you and honor him. Gerald and Myrna Earley Wichita, KS Nov 22, 2009

Kay,Kelley,Ann i am so sorry for your loss i always enjoyed the visits with Tom when he and Kay came down to visit Kelly. I also enjoyed the cribbage games with Tom although I lost most of them. He was always the life of the party and will be missed. Signed: Jon G. Stewart and family

Dear Kelly and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that our warmest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Blake, Amber and Riley Dobbins