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William R. "Bill" Aukofer Sr.

1930 - 2019

BORN

1930

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

Schaff Funeral Service

5920 West Lincoln Avenue

West Allis, Wisconsin

William Aukofer Obituary

Aukofer,Sr., William "Bill" R. Bill passed away peacefully on February 28, 2019 at age 88, surrounded by loving family. Born on April 5, 1930 to the late Elmer J and Sally A (nee Ament) Aukofer. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Sellen). Loving father of the late Will Jr (Pat), Diane (the late John) Rey, Mary (Rick) Timm, Dan (Debbie), Judie (Lyle) Helmer, the late Jimme, Greg (Chrissy), Linda (Eric) Huckstep and David. Dear brother of Kathy (Terry) Koelbl and Dick (Nancy). He is further survived by 18 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and a great, great grandson. He is also survived by other relatives, friends and business associates. He was a proud graduate of Puis XI High School in 1947. Through an apprenticeship he became a Tool & Die Maker by trade with an entrepreneurial spirit. He was involved with multiple companies but, his most significant business venture was his contributions toward the founding of New Berlin Plastics. Bill was an avid outdoorsman with hobbies which included fishing, hunting, boating, swimming and hiking. He cherished time spent with family and friends. In passing, he leaves a huge void in our hearts and our lives. Visitation will be held at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Chimes, 13235 W Capital Dr, Brookfield, WI 53005 on Monday, March 11, 2019 from 11am-1:00pm. A service will immediately follow the visitation.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Mar. 10, 2019.

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Joy Heintz

February 19, 2020

Diane Rey; I send my condolences to you and your family. I was a friend of your brother Will. We spent a lot of time at your home with you and John and little Amy. I would love to talk with you. You can e mail me for my phone number or message me on Facebook.
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Lottie Smith

November 13, 2019

Lois I think about you often and decided to see if I could google you, this is what I found. I'm so very sorry to you and the family & friends about Bill's passing. Though it's been more than a few months, it's new to me. I'm sorry and hope you're carrying on with strength and courage while being surrounded by love. He'll always be with you! God's blessings to you & all - love to you - Lottie

Bill, Joan & Harold

Jean Behnke (Markiewicz)

March 13, 2019

My deepest condolences. I was saddened to find out "Uncle" Bill died. My mom Joan (Manning) Markiewicz, was third or so cousins with Bill. They grew up with summers at Pewaukee lake at their Grandmother's houses. My dad Harold Markiewicz, was best friends with Bill around high school age and beyond. My parents met through Bill. He was very important to both of them for many early years. Other than my dad Bill was by far the most important man in my mom's whole life. They were like brother and sister. As life moved on they no longer shared in each other's lives. I think they each saw Bill once in the last 20 years, but Bill as always was big brother to my mom. I came upon this page because my dad just died on Feb 25th,2019, and my mom wrote Bill a four page letter to send him. Now, it was simply therapeutic, she is comforted in the knowledge that the most important men in her life went peacefully and are at rest.

Bill and Audrey Schmidt

March 10, 2019

Lois and Family,

So sorry to hear the passing of Bill. Remember you guys from our years of bowling at Red Carpet Waukesha, many moons ago. In fact Bill sponsored us back then New Berlin Plastics. Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. You have our deepest sympathy.

March 10, 2019

Dear Family and Friends of Mr. "Bill". It saddens me to know that you have lost a loved one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad time in your life.
1.Peter 5:6,7





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11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Chimes

13235 W Capital Dr, Brookfield, WI

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Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Chimes

13235 W Capital Dr, Brookfield, WI

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5920 West Lincoln Avenue, West Allis, WI 53219

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