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Douglas Braatz Obituary

Braatz, Douglas Wayne Age 74, died on July 7, 2009, in Houston, Texas. Mr. Braatz loved and truly enjoyed his family camping trips. He had a wonderful sense of humor, and will be missed by everyone who knew him. Douglas was preceded in death by Carol, his loving wife of 52 years. He is survived by his children, Debra Wanda Braatz Ibarra and husband Richard, Dawn Marie Payne, Jeff Douglas Braatz and Tammy Ann Gum and husband Scooter; grandchildren, Cherri Burkhalter and husband Jason, Jamie Lee White and wife Mandy, Tracy Wisted, Jennifer Payne and Taylor Gum; great-grandchildren, Carrie Ann Burkhalter, Shane White, Dalton Burkhalter and Jane White; sister, Beverly Morris; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Hendricks and Diane Kvitle, Faith Braatz; numerous nieces, nephews, and many other loving relatives. A service celebrating Douglas' life will be held at 2:30 PM Friday, July 10, 2009, in the chapel of Cypress-Fairbanks Funeral Home, 9926 Jones Road, Houston, Texas.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jul. 10, 2009.

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Lyne Register

July 21, 2009

Hey Deb, Tammy, Jeff, and Dawn:

I will never forget the memories that I have living with you guys after I graduated when mom and dad moved away. I am forever grateful for your parents taking me in and treating me as one of their own. I pray that God will give you comfort during this most difficult time for all of you, and I pray that complete healing will come to your family.

I love you all....

Sue Keenan

July 20, 2009

Deb and family,
I'm thinking of you at this hard time in your life. I hadn't seen your Dad for many years, but that never faded the memories I had of him and your Mom. You all were a second family to me!! I will always cherish the times we all had together when we were young. I'm praying for your hearts to heal.
Love you all,

Claudette Hilliard

July 14, 2009

Debbie:
April and I are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and know you will find strength in the love that surrounds you. Always, Claudette and April

July 10, 2009

To The Braatz Family,

Our prayers are with you as make this journey. I had the pleasure of knowing both of your parents through the Fire Dept. They were both strong supporters of the community but mainly they were wonderful people. He has now joined the love of his life and what a wonderful example and legacy they leave for their family. Again, our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Marguerite Cole & Family

Gary Davis

July 10, 2009

I worked with Doug in the engineering department at Kranco in Houston. I think we were the only Milwaukee natives working there. May he rest in peace.

Gary J. Davis, P.E.
Fort Worth, Texas
[email protected]

Angie Barber

July 10, 2009

Tammy & Braatz Family,
My deepest sympathy. I hope you find peace and comfort in the loving memories you share. Doug and Carol are in my cherished memories of a wonderful childhood on Martinwood.
Love,
Angie Barber & Family

July 10, 2009

Mr. Jeff,
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.


All of us at Oaks Precision Fabricating

Tammy Gum

July 10, 2009

I will miss you dad each & everyday, just like mom. I will reach for the phone & want to call ya'll to see when our next camping trip will be-I think that will be the hardest thing for me is camping with out ya'll. I love you Dad with all my heart & will think of you everyday & remember the time we spent together & SMILE

Debbie W. Braatz ibarra

July 10, 2009

Dad

We love and miss you very much but I know that you are with Mom and you are happy again. I know you and Mom will watch over the rest of us and help us through this. We will always have you in our hearts and never forget.

With all my Love Always

Debbie W. (Braatz)Ibarra

Marilyn Sadler

July 9, 2009

Hi Debbie,
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories of your loved one reflect the wonderful times that you shared. God bless you and your family during this difficult time and may He forever comfort you.

Teresa Walker

July 9, 2009

Debbie,

You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family.

Love You,
Teresa Ann Walker

Ginger Griffin

July 9, 2009

Debbie ....
I'm so sorry for your loss. Please know that everyone here at work has you in their hearts and thoughts during this difficult time.

Gregory Dancer

July 9, 2009

I've been where you are a number of times, and the one thing I always rely on is God's love and his grace in these times of loss,and by doing this He's always faithful to fill that place where that special love one left.

Trust in Him, He'll get you through this.

Pat Roche

July 9, 2009

Dear Debbie,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your parents are together and that thought will make your heart smile.

Mona James

July 9, 2009

Debbie,

I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cynthia Smith

July 9, 2009

Even though I haven't been there to get to know your father, I know that he was a great man because I know what kind of person you turned out to be and how much my brother loved and respected your father. I know you will miss both of your parents dearly. I love ya'll very much.

Laurie Stroh

July 9, 2009

Tammy and family,
My heart goes out to you -- it is a sad time for us left behind, but oh what a time of celebration for your Dad -- he is with your Mom again, and I know Gayle was there to meet him with her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Susan Farrow

July 9, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. You all have another Angel watching over you.

Paula Bible

July 9, 2009

Can you imagine the camp-sites in Heaven. What a wonderful time your mom and dad will be having. May God watch over each and every one of you. Our prayers are with all of you.

Daina Payne

July 9, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

gail ebbeson

July 9, 2009

Tammy,

Sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

In His Name

Harry and Gail

July 9, 2009

Grandpa was a wonderful, loving, and funny man. He will be truly missed. Yall are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers and we love you.

Love Always,
Jamie, Mandy, Shane and Jane White

~West Columbia, SC

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