Brookfield, Wisconsin
Puchner, Thomas C., Sr., M.D. Formerly of Elm Grove. Born to Eternal Life October 14, 2008, at the age of 85. Beloved husband of Dorothy M. (nee Swietlik). Loving father of Thomas C. (Deborah) Puchner, Jr., M.D., Theresa M. (Campbell) Chaney, Joseph E. (Sarah) Puchner, John D. (Marya) Puchner, M.D., and Fr. Augustine Puchner, O. Praem. Proud and cherished grandfather of Mollie, T.J. and Timmy Puchner, Ana Maria, Michael, Stephen and Madalena Chaney, Bobby, Joe, William and Isabel Puchner, Paul, Anthony and Benedict Puchner. Dear brother of James (Mitzie) Puchner and brother-in-law of Tom Treis and uncle of Susan Treis. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Dr. Puchner was born in New Ulm, MN and grew up in Punxsutawney, PA. He is a graduate of Notre Dame University, and a loyal, life-long Notre Dame Alumnus. He graduated from Marquette University Medical School and practiced as a non-invasive cardiologist for over 40 years. He is beloved by many patients, nurses and fellow physicians at St. Joseph's Hospital. Dr. Puchner was an avid golfer and fisherman with a 52", 42 lb. musky caught in Vilas County in 1966. He served as a Navy Flight Surgeon during the Korean Conflict. Visitation for Dr. Puchner will be held on Saturday, October 18, from 9:30 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, at St. Mary's Visitation Parish, 1260 Church St., Elm Grove. Graveside services to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery. Memorials appreciated to St. Mary's Visitation Parish, 1260 Church St., Elm Grove, WI 53122 or to St. Michael's Abbey, 19292 El Toro Rd., Silverado, CA 92676-9710. Sympathy Expressions www.BeckerRitter.com BECKER RITTER Michael Feerick Associate Brookfield 262-782-5330
May the Sacred Heart of Jesus comfort the Puchner family and may St. Michael assist Mr. Puchner on his new journey.
with heartfelt prayers,
Cathy
Cathy Harrison
October 18, 2008 | Mission Viejo, CA
Dear Dorothy and family,
I only met Dr. Tom once and spent 2 hours with him as a care-giver through Assist as Home. He was such a delight to visit with, --- the big fish story was really relived, he spoke proudly of each of his children as I pointed them out, tales of PA, New Ulm, also came forth. Most imortantly however he said his thoughts have been on heaven and that he has been spending much time in prayer and doing his rosary. May Jesus comfort and sustain you all.
Because He...
Judy Kozar
October 17, 2008 | Brookfield, WI
Joe: Sending my deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you find peace in knowing that your dad is surely in the company of angels.
carol posada-prange
October 17, 2008 | Wauwatosa, WI
With heartfelt sympathy to the Puchner Family.
(A patient of Dr. Puchner, Jr.)
Anna Holland
October 16, 2008 | Milwaukee, WI
Hi Dorothy - I happened to see the paper today and recognized your name. My sympathies to you & your family. I'm Ardis Czynszak's daughter. Your name is so familiar to me from when she talked about your whole group of friends. Wishing you comfort ~ Susan Czynszak
Susan Czynszak
October 16, 2008 | Whitefish Bay, WI
Am sorry to hear that your family has lost Tom. He and Dr. Bill Treacy are soulmates now in eternity as they were for many years at St. Joseph's Hospital. Blessings to all of the Puchner's. The Treacy Family
Janet Treacy
October 16, 2008 | Tarpon Springs, FL
Our hearts go out to you and all Dr. Tom's relatives
Stan Chandler ( brother of Dr. Bill Chandler)
Stan Chandler
October 16, 2008 | Costa Mesa, CA
