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Frederick Usinger Obituary

Usinger, Frederick Donges Found peace December 6, 2006 at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Dahlstrom) for 66 years. Loving father of Karen (Paul) Schnetzky, Barbara (Stephen) Becker, Heidi Maetzold, Debra Usinger (Joseph Kujawa) and Fritz (Nicki) Usinger. Loving grandfather of Scott Schnetzky, Wendy (Donald) Atchison, Erick Schnetzky, Andrew (Kelly) Becker, Jeffrey Becker, Laura Maetzold, Christopher Maetzold, Emily Usinger and Gabriela Usinger. Also loved and remembered by many friends, relatives and co-workers. Frederick was the third generation "wurstmacher" and past president/ CEO of Usinger's Famous Sausage Company. His involvement with all aspects of the family business spanned more than 72 years and garnered many awards within the meat industry including the American Meat Institute Community Relations Award and induction into the prestigious Wisconsin Meat Industry Hall of Fame. In recognition of his many years of volunteer service to the community and his work with disabled children and adults through Curative Workshop, Easter Seals Kindcare, Gaenslen School and Boy Scouts of America he received scouting's highest honor, the Silver Beaver Award. In addition, he was honored with Children's Outing Association's first "Father of the Year" Award and the "PRO URBE" Award of Mount Mary College. Visitation at the Feerick Funeral Home Sunday, December 10 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Easter Seals Kindcare, 1016 Milwaukee Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172, Florence T. Payne Club at Gaenslen School, 1250 E. Burleigh Street, Milwaukee, 53212 or a charity of your choice. Special thanks and appreciation to the wonderful staff of Newcastle Place, Mequon and Vitas Inpatient Hospice Unit at the Lutheran Home, for their kind and compassionate care. FEERICK FUNERAL HOME 2025 E. Capitol Drive Shorewood (414)962-8383 www.feerickfuneralhome.com

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Dec. 7 to Dec. 9, 2006.

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Richard Usinger

December 13, 2006

I am truly sorry to hear about the death of such a fine and gracious man. Through him, and the former Carl Usinger, I was able to contact my 1st generation relatives in Germany, who live very close to where Carl, and the other Usingers originated. I made 6 trips to Germany, as a result, and still maintain contact with my 1st cousins over there. Also, I was treated so graciosly, when I visited Usinger's in Milwaukee. Aufwiedersehn old friend! I offer my condolences to the family.

Arline Praefke/Rasmussen

December 9, 2006

Dear Usinger Family,
I cam remember meeting you father years ago when my dad would plow your snow and cut your lawn. If we were working in the yard your dad would always take time to say hi. My thoughts are with you as you go through this time in your life.

FRITZ UNGER

December 8, 2006

ALL OF US, HERE, @ UNGERS' SHARE YOUR LOSS FOR A GREAT MAN, YOUR DAD, WHO HELPED KEEP THE AMERICAN DREAM, ALIVE. OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND TO YOUR DAD.

(The Rev.) Peter Wenzel

December 7, 2006

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Usinger. I was a student at Gaenslen School in the late 60's when Mr. Usinger worked with the scouting program. I have very fond memories of that time. I remember Mr. Usinger as a very kind and caring person. You have my deepest sympathy.

Debbie Thon

December 7, 2006

Debra, Fritz and Family-I was sorry to read about the passing of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Kathy Kreuser

December 7, 2006

TO DEBRA

You have my deepest sympathy on the passing of your dear Father. I meet you briefly via Linda Wall years ago. May he rest in peace!

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