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Donald Voss Obituary

Voss, Donald P. Born to Eternal Life on Saturday, May 1, 2010, at the age of 76 years. Beloved husband of Kay M. (nee Mueller). Dear father of Lynn, Dean, Dale (Pamela), Don (Amanda) and Rev. David (Joy) Voss. Loving grandfather of Martin, Rory, Tyler, Dawson, Anna, Sara, Ronan, William and Henry. Brother of Darlene Tillman. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Service Thursday, May 6, 2010, 6:00PM at HALES CORNERS LUTHERAN CHURCH, 12300 W. Janesville Rd. The Rev. Mike Ernst officiating. Interment Wisconsin Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation Thursday at the church from 4:00PM until the time of the service (6:00PM). Don was an outstanding collegiate athlete; voted All American Defensive End in 1952 and a UW-Madison Hall of Fame inductee in 2006. Don was the founder of Parkland Travel and a guide and naturalist at Wehr Nature Center. He was also an avid banjo player and sailor. Don was an amazing husband, father and grandfather. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Leukemia/ Lymphoma Society of Wisconsin or to the Hales Corners Lutheran Church Community Center greatly appreciated. HERITAGE FUNERAL HOMES Altstadt-Tyborski Johnson-Reiss-Klemmer 414-281-5533 Guest Book & Directions www.heritagefuneral.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from May 4 to May 5, 2010.

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Bob & Rita Reif

May 22, 2010

Dear Kay,
Rita and I were very sad to learn of Don's passing, and want you to know we are thinking about and praying for you and your entire family. Don was such a big part of my college years and beyond. The Theta Delt experience and all the W Club gatherings were great. He was such a wonderful leader, and we so enjoyed seeing the two of you here in Madison. His passing is a loss for all of us.
Love,

Leanne Heggen Eckstein

May 9, 2010

May God's blessings be of comfort to your entire family at this time.
Leanne Heggen Eckstein and Family,
Nazareth Lutheran Church, Hopewell, VA

The Burns family Burns

May 8, 2010

Dear David, Joy, Kay, and Family, Remembering you now with great sorrow in our hearts and prayers but believing in God's everlasting care. May His promise "Where I go you shall be also" give you peace. Carolyn and Bill and Jim and Amy, Joshua, Jordan, Alyssa.

May 7, 2010

Dear Lynn and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Tracy and Mike Lang

May 6, 2010

I was 2 years older than Don when we played football together at Washington High but it was obvious that he had great talent and was a very spirited personality. Later @ UW I enjoyed watching him play. I believe that he made Grantland Rice's All-American team as a freshman which was a fantastic accomplishment.

Wayne R. Jahns
11 Hemlock Road
Short Hills, NJ 07078

Leslie Peters

May 6, 2010

I feel blessed to have been able to know Mr.Voss over the last few years we had some great talks about football and I so enjoyed talking with him he will be deeply missed Leslie Peters

Barbara Meyer

May 6, 2010

Kay,
Glenn and I want to express our sympathy to you and your family. Joanne D. occasionally shared updates on Don’s health so I know the struggles you and he have endured.
I enjoyed reading the sports article about Don’s athletic accomplishments. It reminded me of how excited my dad, a long time Badger fan, was the first time he recognized and met Don at Our Shepherd.
We also recall the fun we had on the French Open tour you two led for The Grand Racquet Club – the tennis of course, but also the camaraderie and searching for the Moulin Rouge! That got us started on tennis tours to Australia/New Zealand, US Open, two year end championships in Houston and numerous Davis Cup ties including when they won it all in Portland, OR, so you’ve had a greater positive impact on our lives than you probably realize.
We pray you will experience the peace of the Lord in the days ahead.
Rejoice in the resurrection!
Barb Meyer

Steve Foxx

May 6, 2010

God Bless and thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Foxx Family,
Steve, Bonnie, Anna and Mary

Alice Zyniecki

May 6, 2010

Our sympathies to his immediate family and his Travel Leaders family.
Milwaukee Professional Fire Fighters Assn. Local 215

Paul Olander

May 6, 2010

Dean and Family,

I was saddened to hear of the loss of your father and husband. He was a solid individual whose legacy lives on in each of his childrens lives whom he had such a positive influance on, and who were blessed to have his guidance and example to follow. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Know that you have a guardian angel looking out for you. If you need anything, please let us know.

Will Emory

May 5, 2010

Dale and Family,
Jen and I send our condolences to you and yours in regards to your Dad. Give thanks for his wonderful Life as he will be welcomed into the Church Triumphant.
All the best to you in this difficult time. Take care buddy.
Thanks Be to God Who Gives us the Victory.
God Bless,

May 4, 2010

I met Don when I worked in the office, at Erie Mfg. Co., during the summer months of 1960 and 1961. He was so polite and professional. I am sorry for your loss.

Charmaine (Lassa) LeNoble = Merritt Island, FL

Ryan Jensen

May 4, 2010

Simply put, Don was an amazing guy. He always had a smile on his face, was easy to talk to, was amazing at everything he did, and was quite the family man. He was someone to look up to, and I certainly did. I know this isn't "goodbye"; it's just "see you later Don". We'll miss you.

God bless Don's immediate & extended family & friends; you're in my prayers during this difficult time.

vyto kapocius

May 4, 2010

Kay, Diane and I wish to express our deepest sympathies to your family on the loss of your husband. I always enjoyed having breakfast with him when I occasionally joined the morning group. Vyto and Diane Kapocius

Fay Hendricks

May 4, 2010

We were saddened to hear of Don's passing, yet we know he is in a better place. Our thoughts are with your family.
Love from cousin Fay & Jim Hendricks

Jackie Reich

May 4, 2010

I knew Don When he was my boss at Erie Mfg. I also helped with some of tours for Wisc Elec. Co. Jackie Reich. So sorry for your loss.

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