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William Sweemer Obituary

Sweemer, William F., Jr. Passed into Eternal Life and went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, January 12, 2016. Age 83. Cherished husband of Marilyn (nee Stade) for 62 years. Loving father of Timothy (Debra) Sweemer, Laura (Gary) Krogstad and Diana (Chris) Webb. Proud grandfather of Daniel (Becky) Sweemer, Adam Sweemer, Matthew Krogstad, Kristina (Kaleb) Waltman, William Webb and Summer Webb. Dear brother of Florence, Jean, Kathryn and Phyllis (James). Further survived by other relatives and friends. Memorial Gathering at ELMBROOK CHURCH 777 W. BARKER RD. WAUKESHA, WI 53186 on Saturday, January 16 from 10 AM until time of Service at 11 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Elmbrook Church appreciated. Thank you to Silverado for their loving kindness and care. Bill was a long time member of Elmbrook Church and served as an usher for many years. He was dedicated to his career in Sales and International Marketing as well as his volunteer work as a Waukesha County Mediator. Bill and Marilyn enjoyed traveling and family vacations in Eagle River and Sanibel Island. Sheepshead with his buddies was a favorite pastime. His greatest joy was his family.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 14, 2016.

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Jan

16

Memorial Gathering

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

ELMBROOK CHURCH

777 W. BARKER RD., WAUKESHA, WI

Jan

16

Service

11:00 a.m.

ELMBROOK CHURCH

777 W. BARKER RD., WAUKESHA, WI

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Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, Inc. - Brookfield

21600 W. Capitol Dr., Brookfield, WI 53072

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