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Irving Gale Obituary
Irving J. "Bill" Gale, 87, of New Berlin, formerly of Chippewa Falls, died Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014 in New Berlin.
He was born Sept. 1, 1926, in Chippewa Falls to Marie (White) and Ermond Roy Gale Sr. He graduated from McDonnell High School in Chippewa Falls. His parents built the Four Corners Restaurant in Chippewa Falls and owned and operated the establishment until 1952.
Bill served in the U.S. Navy during World War II from March 1944 until his honorable discharge in May, 1946. He served on the USS Little DD 803, which he was aboard when it was sunk by Japanese kamikazes off the coast of Okinawa on May 3, 1945. He was sent home on survivors leave and later was stationed in Japan after the war ended.
On April 19, 1947 he married Virginia R. "Gini" Rushman at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls. They resided in Chippewa Falls and St. Paul, Minnesota, until moving to West Allis in 1955. In 1975, they built a new home in New Berlin where he has since resided. Bill worked as a federal postal worker/employee from 1944 until his retirement in 1989.
Bill enjoyed deer hunting, and has been at deer camp during every Thanksgiving since 1936.
He is survived by: a daughter, Jodean "Jodi" (John) Bilansky of Plano, Texas; son, Richard "Rick" (Karin) Gale of West Allis; daughter-in-law, Geri Ann "Dolly" Gale of Medford; grandchildren, Shane (Jamie) Gale of Waukesha, Anne Marie Gale of West Allis, Brent John Bilansky of Plano, Sara Francis (Robert) Huston of New York and Nic Gale of Medford; great-grandson, Quentin Irving Gale of Waukesha.
He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife, Virginia "Gini" on Oct. 27, 2007; his son, Randolph "Randy" Gale on Aug. 27, 2013; siblings, Ermond Roy Gale Jr., Roger Gale.
A funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Chippewa Falls with Rev. Msgr. Mark Pierce celebrating the Mass. Entombment with military honors presented by the Chippewa Falls Patriotic Council will be in Hope Mausoleum, Chippewa Falls.
Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, at Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel, Chippewa Falls and one hour prior the service Saturday at the church. A prayer vigil will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday evening at the funeral chapel.
Memorials may be designated to the Chippewa Falls VFW Post 1038.
Pederson-Volker Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services, Chippewa Falls is serving the family.
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August 21, 2014
Rick and Karin:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family at the loss of your father. He was a very brave man who fought for our freedom and we will be ever thankful for his service during WWII. We have been praying for all of you at this time. Michael and Dee
August 21, 2014
RICK VERY SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR DADS PASSING. I REMEBER HOW PROUD OF YOUR DAD YOU WERE ABOUT HIS MILITARY CAREER. AND SHARING THAT HISTORY WITH US GROWING UP. GODSPEED PAT AND PATTY KEVIN
August 21, 2014
Dear Jodi, Rick and family,
I was saddened to hear of your father's passing. It was always a delight be in Bill's company. I worked with your mom and she was a special lady. I have fond memories of them both. Now they are together forever with our loving Father. May God bless you all.
Joey Kunz
August 21, 2014
Jodi, Rick & family,
I was so sorry to hear that Bill passed away. I worked with Gini for many years at United Way and became very close friends with both Bill & Gini. They were wonderful people. My heartfelt sympathy to your entire family. Barb Lindberg Stockero, Caspian, MI
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August 20, 2014
Dear Jodi and Rick,
Your Mom and Dad were our neighbors when we moved to New Berlin in 1975. Your Dad was so good to us and was always willing to lend a helping hand. We will always remember him as a kind and generous father, husband and friend.
Nancy and Dick Brophy
Elm Grove, WI
LIsa Rushman Peplinski
August 20, 2014
Dear Jodi, Rick and family, I was so so sorry to hear that "Uncle Bill" passed away. I have great memories of time spent with him while I was growing up. He was so proud of his family and loved to talk about you whenever he got the chance, telling of your accomplishments. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless! Lisa and Paul Peplinski
August 20, 2014
Dear Jodi, Ricky and family, I am so sorry. Bill was an extraordinary person and will be missed by many. Wishing you comfort in knowing he and Gini are together again. Warmest Regards, Candy & Robert Walton
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