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Jeffrey R. "Jeff" Mayer

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Jeffrey Mayer Obituary

Name: Visitation for Jeffrey R. "Jeff" Mayer
Start: 2014-09-08T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-09-09T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Hartson Funeral Home - Hales Corners

Mayer, Jeffrey R. "Jeff" Age 55. Left us to go fishing for the "Big One" on September 3, 2014. Proud and loving father of Marc Mayer. Dear friend of former wife, Carol Mayer. Beloved brother of Jerry (Peggy), Bill, Mary Jo (John) Knapp, Jeannie (Wayne) Robinson and Dan. Special uncle of Joshua Knapp, Tara (Robinson) Smallman and Chad, Todd, Rebecca and Heidi Mayer. Further survived by other relatives and many close special friends. Will be missed by his loving companion Roz. Preceded in death by his parents Eugene and Elaine; brother Mark and nephew Jacob Knapp. Graduate of Whitnall High School and MATC. Long time employee of Ken Cook Co. Jeff was considered the eighth son of Jean and the late Dan Stemper. He was an avid Musky fisherman and proponent of catch and release. Friend of Bill W. Visitation at the funeral home on Mon. September 8, from 3-7PM. Funeral service 7PM. Our Musky Man Jeff has provided many cherished memories that will leave smiles on all our faces. His quick wit, booming laughter and great sense of humor will now entertain those friends and fishermen who have gone before us. He will be remembered by all!

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Sep. 7, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Mayer

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16 Entries

Thomas Faragher

September 1, 2022

Rookie we will never forget you!

Linda Bruening-Kienzle

December 8, 2014

To the Mayer Family, I just found out about his passing. My sincerest condolences. He was such a sweet guy and it was an honor to grow up with him. I will always remember him and his dog, Patches. Rest in peace, Jeffy.

November 15, 2014

So sorry to hear, prayers for Jeff and his family. Rookie was such a good guy and will be missed.

Steve, Jackie, and the entire Fry Family

ski

September 19, 2014

Way too soon to exit the game "rookie" Tomahawk to Two Feathers, Say hi to "Z" up there.

vicki jesion

September 15, 2014

Carol you are in my thoughts and prayers.

kathy koltowski

September 8, 2014

Prayers to all Jeff has left behind. I had the pleasure of working with Jeff and he was on of the best. May your fondest memories help you remember him with smiles. My sincerest sympathy.
Kathy Koltowski

Linda Zignego

September 8, 2014

Sincere condolences to the entire family and friends. The Zignego's were on Upham Ave and we visited Ridge Road often. One of my fondest memories of the Mayers is we got our Irish Setter puppy, "Brandy" from the Mayers. How kind Jeff was to all of us girls ALL the time...just a gentleman. Thank you for wonderful childhood memories and being such wonderful neighbors!!!

Steve Peter

September 8, 2014

It is a sad day to loose a fishing buddy.
I hope he is in a Nice Boat in a great place! "Stick a PIG" as Rookie would always say.
God speed
Fuzzy

Thomas Faragher

September 8, 2014

I am so sorry for everyone who knew Jeff or Rookie as I will always think of him. What a loss for us all. I also remember his epic ping pong matches with Jon Grider. I was listening to Loggins and Messina this weekend in Rookie's honor. He was really into Jazz as well. The last time I saw him he was at his parents house on Ridge Road getting ready to go fishing. I also think about seeing him at Ann's Pizza. I know all of us who knew Rookie are shocked and saddened but we are all lucky to have known him and we all must always remember to let everyone we know and love how much they mean to us while they are still here.....but I know Rookie's spirit is all around us now.

Brett Kehoe

September 8, 2014

Carol and Marc. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Thinking of you at this tough time.

Julie Jorgenson

September 8, 2014

Thank you Jeff for the memories, being a good mentor and all the laughter! May you rest in peace.

September 7, 2014

Prayers and Peace to all of the Mayer family.
The Jankowski. Family

Mary Zignego

September 7, 2014

My deepest sympathy to all of you for the loss of Jeff. I have the fondest memories of him growing up in Hales Corners.

Jon Grider

September 7, 2014

Jeff was my best bud back in the day. I was his best man, as he was mine. I will never forget his (give you the shirt off his back) kindness, his quick wit and wry humor, his talent and athleticism (wrestler, skateboarder, water skier), his competitive spirit (our epic table tennis and tennis matches), his love of great music, his vast knowledge and passion, and of course his storied love affair with fishing. These things, plus so much more, will leave a void in all who knew Jeff. We will miss you, old friend.

Terri Koca

September 7, 2014

Sorry to hear about Jeff. I'll always remember him as a gentle spirit. You all are in my prayers.

Jean Radtke

September 7, 2014

Jeff was a great storyteller with a wonderful laugh. So glad Jeff, Melissa, Erik and I visited him at the end of July. Had a wonderful day together and learned Jeff was at peace and very spiritual.

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