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Michael Doyle
July 1, 2024
I remember my Dad telling me the story of him Golfing with Doctor Haskell and the Bucks calling Doctor Haskell off the course to take a call to double check if Moncrief’s knees were alright enough to draft him. Also remember when I would ask Doctor Haskell how he was doing Doctor Haskell would answer “ Am alright am staying off the streets”
Scott Fitzgerald
July 2, 2023
Loved the Doc. Was more than a Dr to me he was a Friend. Miss him dearly.
Jessica Hill
July 1, 2023
I still think of you even years later. Teaching me about stocks, telling me about your time with the Milwaukee Bucks and just being a motivator will never be forgotten. I appreciate the time on earth I had to meet you and your family. I was able to speak with Maureen a few times after your passing and praying everyone is doing well.
Scott Fitzgerald
July 21, 2020
I still think of him often. It was also good to see his sidekick Betsy at the clinic down the street. Every time I go down Mayfair Rd I find myself looking up to the third floor. It was always great to see him no matter what the ailment ( and there were plenty). One funny thing I remember after countless elbow shoulder shots surgeries, I had a sore foot he said, "Finally a below the waist injury." We both had a good laugh. I'll miss being greeted by a "Scotty" and firm handshake.
Lynn Smolen
July 1, 2019
HELLO SUZANNE JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW DR WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART WITH GRATITUDE FOR HAVING BEEN BLESSED TO KNOW HIM . ALSO IT WAS AN HONOR TO WORK WITH YOU BOTH
HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART AND KNOW THAT HE FOR SURE IS AN ANGEL SPIRIT WITH US!!
HOLD TIGHT TO ALL OF YOUR MEMORIES
WITH LOVE AND CARE
LYNN SMOLEN FORMER BLUEMOUND COUNTRY CLUB
Thomas H. Kieren
July 1, 2019
A fine, loyal and very competent gentleman and doctor who also happens to be a great golfer (by my standards!). Always returned my calls even when on the links; very generous and warm hearted even to Venus whom he hardly knew esp when at the Dalum's for our reunions. Also has a great and spirited vocabulary! Always there when you need him but still owes me that "dinner" he talked about on many occasions. He will always be a role model for me and many others I suspect. I and Venus will always remember him in the finest of class and tradition. Kindest regards to his wife who was lucky enough to have lived with and loved him.
Scott Fitzgerald
July 30, 2018
I just learned of Dr. Haskell's passing this last weekend. I had been a patient of his for many years. a number of elbow and shoulder surgeries. He had such a great sense of humor and his laugh was loud and real. He helped me do the activities I wanted to keep doing many times over. He insisted on seeing my brother who had an elbow injury, but not insurance for no charge. Even though I only saw him in his office and the hospital, I feel very sad I will not see him again in this world.
July 30, 2018
I just found out this past weekend that Dr. Haskell passed. It felt like I lost an Uncle. I was a re-occurring patient of his for many years. He helped me so much physically. I saw him enough to consider him a friend. He had such a bedside manor and his laugh was so hearty. I discussed a relative with him one time that had an injury, but no insurance. He insisted I bring him in at no charge. I will miss him.
Scott Fitzgerald
John Dunn
July 13, 2018
Dear Suzanne,
Just learned of Dave's death! My sincerest condolences to you and your children.
I've many fond memories of him while at MUHS and at intermittent MUHS '59 reunions over the years.
Hope you can draw strength from your memories of Dave, the support of your friends and our faith! You are in my prayers .
John T. Dunn, Jr. (MUHS '59)
Lynn Barian Smolen
July 12, 2018
I just found out that the Wonderful Dr Haskell is now an Angel in Heaven. As he was on Earth. I worked at BlueMound CC and It was truly an honor to have been able to serve the Haskells
I was also blessed to have worked in his home.
He was one of the most generous and gracious people I have ever met.
He will be truly missed. I am so sad that I was unable to attend his celebration of life ceremony .
I am sure he would of hoped that everyone would celebrate his entrance to heaven.
My thoughts and prayers to Suzanne and the family
I hope you will keep his spirit in your heart and live as if he would of wanted you to
Know that I will Love and think of you always with deepest admiration. Thank you for letting me know you! with deepest Sympathy and Condolence. To Suzanne and Family
Christopher & Andrea Mullett
July 12, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
David Feerick
July 11, 2018
My deepest sympathy and prayers to the Haskell Family!
David & Mary Williams
July 11, 2018
My wife and I were patients of Dr. Haskell for many years. Through knee, shoulder, hand and foot surgeries we always found him to be patient and caring. He even did an exam for our unemployed son pro bono which was greatly appreciated. He always went the extra mile and will be missed so much.
Jim Tostrud
July 11, 2018
I had the pleasure to have David perform 2 reconstructive surgeries the first in the 80's he constructed new ligaments in my ankle he indicated it should be 90-95% effective, but today at age 65 I say it was 110% effective. My second sports related injury occurred in the 90's he had the greatest bedside manner and personality - I hadn't seen him in over 10 years when he entered the room he stated Jimmy Tostrud I thought I retired you! My sincere condolences to those that loved him, he was the greatest!
Kim Cayo
July 11, 2018
Dr. Haskell is greatly missed at the OR at Elmbrook Hospital. He was always so generous to the staff, contributing to parties and buying his team for the day lunch in the cafeteria "nothing expensive though". I will miss meeting him in the halls, always had a fist bump or funny comment to make, always bringing a smile to your face no matter what was going on. I am not sure if he even knew my name, but he made me feel like a friend of his, such a blessing to have a gift like that. I always felt he had such a life of happiness and he wanted to spread it to others, and I wanted his family and friends to know that.
Jessica Hill
July 11, 2018
So happy I had the awesome experience of knowing you! Yes, it was an experience! You made such an amazing impact in such a short time. I will never forget you.
Thomas H. Kieren
July 10, 2018
Although Dave and I lived far apart geographically, he always remained a true and loyal friend and fellow "man for others" alumnus of MUHS. We would meet up either at his home or at a MUHS alumni "reunion" party (at the Dalums' estate), and he was always in good humor and very gracious to Venus and I - consistently for many, many years. I was honored to be able to photograph his home (a la ...www.architectinteriorsphotothk.com as well as for his support for my on again and off again trumpet music! Venus always had a fond remembrance of Dave because of his outward kindness toward her at the MUHS reunions and at his home. He is one of the very few people that also reliably returned his phone calls regardless of where he was - even in the middle of his golf game! God rest his beautiful soul and hope we can meet up again in a timely manner in our next life - to include more of his "one liners"!!
Regards to his wife and family who will always have an important role model to follow and emulate throughout their missions on this planet.
Maureen (Madden) Breiner
July 10, 2018
My condolences to Dr. Haskell's family. He was a class act. I remember how patient and kind he was with my grandma as her physician in the 1970s/80s and how he exemplified the same manner with my dad in the last few years. Such a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers to you all.
July 9, 2018
Many condolences to the family... I work for American Airlines and used to work at Eddie Martini's... ... dr h and I had a great banter! his lines never get old! He was a class act! So respectful and interested in all of our lives !he was a great man ! So sorry for your loss...
Kim
July 9, 2018
I offer much condolence .., dr Haskell was one of the wittiest men I know .. as I work for aa airline and started with America West...and resturants he frequented.. I knew his humor and he mine ...sad to see him gone.. always respectful and interested in what Wage were all doing!
Mary McGinn Now
Mary McGinn Alderson
July 9, 2018
I knew Dr. Haskell as a young girl when My sister Sally & I used to babysit for his children Amy & David in Elm Grove - he was a life force to me as he'd drive me and my sister home the block & a half it took to go in his electric blue jag & he'd tell us stories about the Milwaukee Bucks he was taking care of ( of course, not by name). He was so handsome & gregarious & funny. We loved him & his tiny little Italian wife Suzanne. Only later when I attended DSHA did I learn he was the older brother of a classmate and now long lost friend Maureen Haskell. Such a small world we live in - cherish it - every day! Every time I see a Jag, David, I will ALWAYS think of you - hope you're enjoying you're heavenly ride now! Mary McGinn Alderson
July 9, 2018
Our condolences to the entire Haskell family. Dr. Haskell was our family's orthopedic surgeon for the past 25 years. He was a true professional but just as importantly he was a friend who always took time to ask about the family, work and mutual friends. He wil be missed by our family as well as a multitude of other families.
Bill & Sandie Blumenberg
Menomonee Falls, WI
Michael Doyle
July 9, 2018
Am so sorry to hear this. Thoughts and prayers are with and for, you and your family. Dr. Haskell cured my knee on at least a couple occasions. Dr Haskell greatly improved my knee and well being with surgery and shots. He had a great sense of humor and was very friendly when I would see him at parades, country clubs and everywhere. I will miss him.
Thomas H. Kieren
July 9, 2018
Thomas H. Kieren
July 9, 2018
Dottie Schilling
July 9, 2018
I have had the pleasure of knowing Dr. Haskell and working with him for 20+ years. I can honestly say I believe he lived life to the fullest and practiced what he preached. "Don't leave all your time outs 'til the 4th quarter." He was loved and respected, and when you'd ask him "how are you" he would inevitably reply "darn near perfect, you?"
Thank you to his family for sharing him with us all these years, and still finding the proverbial "whiskey cork and bottle caps" in all those knees!
We were blessed to know him.
Barbara Stein
July 9, 2018
I did not know David professionally, but he was a "professional" bidder at Junior Achievement Auctions over the years. He was a real rascal - pushing up the bids and then suddenly stopping and smiling as other bidders (me included) walked away with an outrageously priced item. Expensive for me - Good for JA -Fun for David. What a guy!
Genny McClintock
July 9, 2018
Dr Haskell was a very caring surgeon! I know he will be greatly missed. Much love and hugs for the family. Thank you Dr Haskell for all you did for me!
Rose Schlimgen
July 9, 2018
I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Dr Haskell was so caring and had a great sense of humor. He'll be missed by many, including myself.
William Curran
July 8, 2018
I was a year behind David in my residency. He was one of my mentors who taught me a great deal of Orthopaedics but more about life. We would see each other at meetings and he would always include Donna and I at his table of honor. They say a great person is someone who reminds us of no one else. David sure fit that description. David your memories live inside us and you will always be remembered. Bill and Donna Curran
July 8, 2018
Condolences to the family. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Haskell for 5 years and am blessed to have meet such a wonderful person. He was always very generous and caring. He is a great loss. Jeff and Lee Hintz
Jerry Kobs
July 8, 2018
Dr.Haskell was blessed with a big heart.I was blessed to have known him as a patient of his.He was an artist in his seriousness of his craft...and able to blend his humor with that.He will be missed....but never forgotten.
Laura Dillon
July 8, 2018
I was so saddened to hear of Dr Haskells passing. He was a great physician with the ability to make the uncomfortable procedure a light hearted one. He had a great sense of humor and unequaled ability with a needle. My deepest sympathies to his family and his great staff, Betsy and Lauren. He will be deeply missed.
Patricia Russell
July 8, 2018
Dr. Haskell has been such an inspiration to us through all of the years we've known him.
He was always such a good friend to his family and friends, and to anyone lucky enough to have worked with him.
He lived life on his own terms and will be very greatly missed.
We are fortunate to have spent many happy times with him.
Dr. Haskell - we loved having you in our lives.
July 8, 2018
I had the privilege of knowing Dr. Haskell as a patient and employee for many years. He always treated me with respect and kindness. He will be missed. My husband and I enjoyed many Christmas parties with him and coworkers and we thank him for the memories. Our deepest sympathy to Suzanne and his family.
Joe and Mary Rebarchik
Francine Marasco
July 8, 2018
Loved Dave Haskell and cherish so many happy memories of high school and college. Even later in life, he was there for me. My sincerest condolences to Sue and the family. Rest In Peace dear friend!
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