Donald M. Stein Sr.

Stein, Donald M. Sr. Born to Eternal Life on Friday, August 28, 2009, at the age of 84 years. Beloved husband of Concetta "Connie" (nee Damiano) for 60 years. Loving father of the Rev. Dr. Donald M. (Margaret) Stein Jr., Barbara (James) Clifford, Cynthia (Gary) Hug and Diana (Richard) Stadler. Brother-in-law of Antonina (the late Tom Stoecker and Vincent D'Amato) and Dolores (the late Cy Burns). Further survived by 16 grandchildren, 12 great grand children, other relatives and friends. Don owned Western Press Inc., founded by his father H. Harry Stein. Joining the Army in 1943, he proudly served his country in both the European and Pacific Theaters of War. He was one of the few survivors in his outfit at the landing at Normandy. He was subsequently sent to the Philippines and fought in Luzon. Upon his return home after the war, he joined the reserves completing 29 years and attaining the rank of CW03. Don was a member of the American Legion Post #449, VFW #6498, the Reserve Officer's Association and a past Commander of The Military Order of the World Wars, Wisconsin Chapter. Visitation Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2009, at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Flowers from 9 AM until 10:45 AM. Funeral Services will follow at 11 AM. Memorials to the Charity of your choice appreciated. Suminski Family Funeral Homes (414) 276-5122 www.lifestorynet.com