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William Hufschmidt Obituary

Hufschmidt, William J. Passed away on Wednesday, December 15, 2010, at the age of 65. Preceded in death by his parents John and Henrietta Hufschmidt. Beloved husband of Judy (nee Thelen) for 41 years. Caring father of Christopher (Jennifer) Hufschmidt, and Laura Hufschmidt. Dear brother of Holly Van Fleet and Ellen Hufschmidt (Steve Burt). William will also be missed by other relatives and friends. William attended Michigan State University and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He had an expanded career in Information Technology at many local, national and international companies. He always pursued and helped others in their professional and personal development, and was known for his dry sense of humor. Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, December 19, at 2PM, at BROOKFIELD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 1485 N. Brookfield Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorials to The Otolaryngology Research Dept. at Froedtert Memorial Hospital or the Elmbrook Humane Society.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Dec. 17, 2010.

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Frances Platt

December 11, 2020

Bill was a wonderful husband to his wife, Judy and a great Dad to his kids. I know they miss him so much.

Joe Schofield

December 11, 2020

Not forgotten button man . . .

Valkal Bairagi

January 4, 2011

Thanks Bill for your contribution in the world of FP, you will be remembered in this world for ever for www.functionpoints.com may your soul rest in peace.

Loredana Frallicciardi

January 4, 2011

Bill was my first teacher for Function Point Analysis at one Ifpug conference of several years ago. I enjoyed the time spent with him at the IFPUG conferences, his humor and his "buttons". I'm very sad for his death and I'll miss him.

Ashwini Saxena

January 4, 2011

Really sorry to learn of Bill's demise. Deepest condolences to his family. This is a great loss to the FP community.

Seth Halstead

December 27, 2010

I had the pleasure of working with Bill for the past 6 months and expected to be working with him much longer. He has been an outstanding colleague and friend and has been extremely influential in our organization. His energy and larger-than-life personality brought a character and charm that is sure to be missed by any who knew him.

Steve Chizar

December 23, 2010

Blessings and peace to Bill's family. I will miss his friendship. We have lost a good man.

Pam Simonovich

December 20, 2010

It was 1994 when I first met the infamous "Button Man". Bill could always bring a smile, and an interesting anectdote to many a situation. My thoughts and prayers are with the family - Bill, you will forever be missed.

Carol Dekkers

December 20, 2010

Bill was a legend and set the bar high in terms of quality, personal touch, and professionalism in his work. He was also a wonderful friend and husband to Judy and a friend to so many. Wishing you solace and strength at this sad time. Bill will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Claudia LeFevre-Lowry

December 18, 2010

Dear Judy, Laura and Chris, You are in my thoughts and prayers along with your family and friends that will be missing Bill. I do so wish words could take away this sadness. I am so sorry.

Christine Green

December 18, 2010

Bill was a treamendess fireball of enegergy at the IFPUG conferences. I will miss him and his way of always welcoming me to the US when we met. ... His etentet knowlegde will be missed in the measurement communities. My thoughs goes to his family.

Frank Mazzucco

December 17, 2010

Bill was a good friend, a consummate professional, and a fun person to be around. I believe we first met in 1985 when he was still with M&I Bank. He is greatly missed.

Joanna Soles

December 17, 2010

I am so very sad to hear of Bill's passing. Although I knew him from the conferences, I didn't get the pleasure of working with him closely until April of this year. He was such a kind, gentle man. He will be missed.

Mary Dale

December 17, 2010

Dear Judy,
You and Bill will always hold a special place in my heart. I have very special memories of the 3 of us --riding the subway, touring the Vatican and our many adventures while in Rome. Bill and I first met in 1987 in Atlanta -- and we always remained fast friends. I will miss Bill's smile and warm embrace. Please take care of yourself, Judy. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Love, Mary Dale

Peter Thomas

December 17, 2010

Bill made a Brit welcome into the world of IT Measurement. His buttons are amongst my heirlooms to remind me of the important stuff.
My thoughts are with his family.

Chuck Wesolowski

December 17, 2010

Bill was a wonderful and kind gentleman, and I am saddened to hear of his passing. My sympathies to his family.

Dan French

December 17, 2010

I'm very sad to hear of Bill's passing, he will be greatly missed.

Bonnie Brown

December 17, 2010

Bill was a kind man with a sense of humor. I appreciate his contributions to IFPUG over the years. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.

Greg Allen

December 17, 2010

I enjoyed Bill's humor and the different perspective that he brought to his presentations. God bless.

Janet Russac

December 17, 2010

Judy and family,
This is a very sad day for all of us in IFPUG. We will all miss the "button man" and will never forget him. My deepest condolences for your loss.

Tom Cagley

December 17, 2010

Bill taught me function points and changed my life, he will be missed!

Mauricio Aguiar

December 17, 2010

I first met Bill at the International Function Point Users Group (IFPUG) Annual Conference about 10 years ago and almost every year ever since. He was the first IFPUG President from 1986 to 1987. All of us IFPUG members will always remember Bill and his contribution to software measurement.
My sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to Bill's family and close friends.

Joe Schofield

December 17, 2010

Judy and family: You are all in my prayers. Bill touched me often professionally and personally. His humor and bottons will "stick" with me forever. May all your memories of Bill be as loving as Bill was. Blessings,

December 17, 2010

I was sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He was very instrumental in the advancement of Function Points. David Garmus

Joe Schofield

December 17, 2010

Judy and family:
You are all in my prayers. Bill touched me often, both professionally and personally. His humor and "buttons" will stick with me forever. May all your memories and thoughts of Bill be fond and loving. Blessings,

December 17, 2010

Dear Judy,
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. You were blessed to have 41 years together and all the memories that go with. Keep well and know you are in my prayers.
With love, Carol Leininger Hansen
4898 Wood Duck Way West Bend, WI 53095

Fran and Jim Platt

December 17, 2010

Judy, Chris, Laura, Jen and Bradley: Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. We know what a fine man Bill was and how much you will all miss him. With our love, Fran and Jim Platt

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