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Don Schalch Obituary
December 20, 1929 - April 11, 2025
Don S. SCHALCH, MD, groundbreaking researcher, devoted professor and mentor, compassionate doctor, and beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, died peacefully at age 95. Condolences at www.lyonsfuneral.com.
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Alexis Cirilli Whaley
April 17, 2025
Dr. Schalch was a treasure, friend, and mentor to the University of Wisconsin Class of 1998. I will remain forever greatful for his wisdom and guidance. Thank you always, Doctor Schalch.
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Rob Blank
April 15, 2025
Don was a wonderful colleague and mentor. He was always kind, always curious, always supportive. He was a superior role model for students and colleagues alike. The world is a better place because Don was in it. I wish his family and other friends many happy memories of his time with us.
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