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Donna Burmeister Obituary

Burmeister, Donna Jean (Nee Mathson) Resident of Milwaukee, formerly of Mequon and Hales Corners. Found peace on Tuesday, August 26, 2008, at the age of 58 years. Beloved wife and best friend for 36 years of Russell C. Burmeister. Devoted daughter of Daniel and Jean Mathson. Loving sister of Sharon (Thomas) Poberezny, Leslie (Terry) and Robert (Caryl) Mathson. Dear daughter-in-law of Doris (the late Ralph) Luisier and George (Marion) Burmeister. Cherished sister-in-law of Gregory L. (Carol) Burmeister, Dawn (Louis) Netz and Georgeann (Ronald) Kalhagen, Kathy (Mark) Bakula. Special friend of John and Lynn Stewart. Further survived by many loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends. The family will receive friends at CROSSROADS PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 6031 W. Chapel Hill Road (corner of West Highland Road and North Green Bay Road), in Mequon on Friday, August 29, from 4:00 PM until time of Funeral Services at 6:00 PM. Entombment will be private at Arlington Park Cemetery, Greenfield. Memorials in Donna's name may be directed to her Church. Donna was an office manager for Affiliated Dermatologist for 31 years. Donna, we will miss you and love you forever. SCHMIDT & BARTELT Funeral and Cremation Service Mequon 262-241-8085 www.schmidtandbartelt.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Aug. 27 to Aug. 28, 2008.

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Monique Gingras (formerly Ircink)

September 20, 2008

Dear Russ,
I just today heard the news of your loss...although our paths have not crossed in the past few years, you two were very much part of my memories and my life when I first moved to Lake Lore. Arthur and I wish you strength and courage through these hard times and my deepest and heart felt sympathy to you. Monique (Ircink) Gingras

Debbie Gast & Mark Erickson

September 1, 2008

Russ and Family,
We are so sorry to hear about Donna. She was such a special lady, so sweet but also very strong and determined when she needed to be. All of you had endured so much these past 8 years. In many ways you were fortunate to have had more time together than originally expected when this all started and that was important, but still not enough in the end, I'm sure. I hope those many days together will bring you good memories, smiles and comfort in the coming years. Donna was loved by you, her family and so many friends. Her long battle is finished, it was time to rest.
We will miss her. Rest in peace dear friend.

Rudy and Cheryl Wucherer

August 30, 2008

Dear Russ,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Rudy and Cheryl Wucherer

Food Services, Inc Office Staff

August 29, 2008

Russ, sorry to hear of your loss, our prayers are with you.

Marlene Paplham

August 29, 2008

Russell

Alan and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you. I know the last eight years have been extremely difficult; and both you and Donna showed such great strength through it all. Although Donna and I didn't see much of each other in our adult years, I will always have fond memories of our childhood and the family ties that bound us together. I have a special place in my heart for Donna, she was such a kind and thoughtful person. Donna is gone too soon but not forgotten.

Golda and Jack Cox

August 29, 2008

Our loving thoughts are with you and Donna's family at this time . . . know that she is now at peace.

Tom & Terry Zimmerman

August 28, 2008

We heard of your loss and are wishing you all the best. Our greatest sympathy.

Eric & Gail Elias

August 28, 2008

Dear Russell. Gail & I extend our heart felt condolences to you and to the entire Matson Family. You and Donna will be forever in our prays.

Jeanie Stewart

August 28, 2008

Russ,

My thoughts are with you and your family. You were a rock for Donna throughout the good and tough times. I will always remember the fun boat rides with you and Donna. She is at peace now and I hope you are too.

John Droese

August 27, 2008

Donna lived these past years with grace and determination. Her journey complete and at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you Russ.

Billie and Tom Dillon

August 27, 2008

Russ, you were so lucky to have her for so many years. What a wonderful friend and wife. You will have her memories forever.

Paula Dahlman LPN

August 27, 2008

To the family of Donna Burmeister:

It was my honor to get to know Donna during the last several years. Just hearing her name, made you smile. She was such a kind sweet lady. Please accept my deepest sympathy. She will truly be missed!

August 27, 2008

Rest in peace

Robin Molinari, Drafting Dept

August 27, 2008

Russ,
I wanted to extend my deepest sympathy to you first, then also to the family and friends that loved Donna so very much. Though I never really had an opportunity to get to know Donna, the few times that I did meet and talk with her, she struck me as a very beautiful, sweet and loving person. I am so terribly sorry for your loss .. you are in my prayers.

Gayla Boehlke

August 27, 2008

Russ.
It is with great sadness hearing of Donna'a passing. The two of you really had a special relationship and I know you will miss her so much. I pray for you and all her family to have strength at this difficult time but I also celebrate the peace and joy I know Donna is having now . Memories are God's gift to all of who knew her. With my deepest sympathy, Gayla Boehlke

Nancy Witte-Dycus

August 27, 2008

Dear Russ, So sorry. There isn't a Christmas that I did not think of Donna. Her beautiful tree and the memories that each ornament held for her. I always enjoyed helping with her decorations. She always spoke of the love she had for you and your relationship. I had always dreamed of finding the love you two shared. May all of your memories comfort you at this time. Nancy Witte-Dycus "Fantasy Flowers"

Linda Gaerner

August 27, 2008

Russ
Donna would always tell me how much she loved and appreciated you and how lucky she was to have you for her husband. The love you shared with each other is an inspiration to everyone who saw the two of you together. The memories of many good times will never be forgotten. The times spent with the two of you are all happy memories. Donna and I had many good times, did some crazy things and had many great laughs. I will cherish the memories forever. I will miss her so much. My good friend.

Jean McNamara

August 27, 2008

Russ,
My prayers are with you and your family. I know your love for each other was extraordinary. May you find peace in knowing that Donna is resting in heaven and will be there to greet you when God brings you home. May you also find peace and comfort in your memories and experiences that the two of you shared.

In sympathy,
Jean Thalman McNamara

Greg Jenkins

August 27, 2008

Russ,
I am so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I know she was your best friend and she meant everything to you. I am thankful to have had the chance to spend a little time with you and Donna on the bus trip to Chicago this year.
I pray God gives you strength and comfort in the coming weeks ahead.

Bob and Barb Hoholek

August 27, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to Russ and the family.

Lesley Poberezny

August 27, 2008

Donna,

I miss you and love you tremendously. You were my favorite aunt. I still remember the first tape that you bought me which was the Fabulous Thunderbirds and when you told me in Florida that I had been accepted to SMU. I hope you a comfy now. I will miss you forever and never forget you! Love you!

Robert/Jayne Szymczak

August 27, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Matthew Honl

August 27, 2008

My fondest memory of Donna is on Milwaukee Bay enjoying a cocktail with her & Russ aboard her favorite little tug boat the "Donna B" !
I will miss her perpetual smile, quick
wit & charming personality.
She was courageous in her pursuit to
concur her illness for the past 8 years, and was an inspiration to all of us who knew her & loved her.
We will miss you Donna !

Kathleen Stokes

August 27, 2008

To Russ
Donna was the love of your life. Her strength and tenacity throughout this long ordeal was matched only by yours. You were such a source of comfort and healing for her. We will miss her. Our condolances. Our love to you.

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