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Bree Whitburn Obituary
Boston - Bree Whitburn, 46, formerly of Merrill, passed away Saturday January 6, 2018 in Boston after a short illness.
She is survived by her parents, Gerald and Charmaine Whitburn of Wausau, her brother Luke (Alicia) and her niece Kayla of Waunakee.
Born in Washington D.C., she did her undergraduate work at St.Olaf College and received a graduate degree from the University of Chicago. Bree held administrative positions in the Boston area.
She will always be remembered for her sweet spirit and love of God.
Private family services are being arranged in Boston.
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Bette and Jack MacLennan
May 13, 2021
We learned of Bree's passing with great sadness. God be with you in your time of sorrow
David Miller
January 19, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine, we cannot imagine losing a daughter and grieve with you as you remember Bree's life. You have our prayers for the miraculous peace that only the Lord can deliver. Blessings as you continue to seek His peace. Nancy and David Miller
Tim Householder
January 17, 2018
Carolyn and I are so saddened by your loss. You will be in our prayers.
Kay Simmons
January 16, 2018
Charmaine and Gerry,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May your loving memories of Bree carry you through your heart break and bring you comfort and peace.
Rick & Monica Schaber
January 15, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine, know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe Moretti
January 14, 2018
Thinking of the Whitburn family with a heavy heart. May Gods love heal your hearts and may your memories of love be in the forefront of your minds.
Love, Joe and Marla
January 14, 2018
Sorry to hear about your loss. Our sympathies to your family. Peggy Koth & Tom Steinman
January 14, 2018
Jerry, Charmaine, & Family
We were very saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gina & Gary Freels
Dave Zaleski
January 13, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. Bree and I shared German class and Band in high school, and we attended St. Olaf together. She was the true definition of kindness. All of you are in my thoughts.
Missy Schoohs Hinz
January 12, 2018
Bree was a dear friend in high school - and thoughts of her always bring a smile to my face. She was beautiful inside and out. I am so so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Sandi & John Ward
January 12, 2018
Our prayers and loving thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Bree was a lovely young lady with so much life ahead of her. Sandi & John
January 12, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your time of grief.
Doug & Judy Kufahl Merrill, Wi
Paul and Judi Weaver
January 12, 2018
Our hearts go out to you. We have so many fond memories of Bree. Our girls playing Barbies; and taking ballet lessons at Mrs.
Karkars studio; and watching their TV debut on Romper Room! What a lovely young lady! Keep those precious memories. Love you. Judi & Paul
January 11, 2018
So heartbroken for you. I am sending you all love. --Brooke Ward
January 11, 2018
Jackie and I are saddened to hear of the death of your daughter.. Dale & Jackie Kuck
David Formisnao
January 11, 2018
My condolences to your family. I remember Bree from Middleton High School and have fond memories of her as kind, sweet and friendly. Thoughts and prayers to Bree's family in this difficult time.
Brett & Lara Danke
January 10, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine, We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laurie Stimers
January 10, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine, Bryan joins me in extending to you our deepest sympathy on the loss of Bree. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlene Brown
January 10, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you, asking God to give you strength and comfort during this very sad time.
January 10, 2018
Charmaine, Jerry and Luke and family,
We just heard of Bree's passing. Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are. Your grief must be overwhelming. You are in our prayers.
Gene and Pauline Kussart
Janice Abraham
January 10, 2018
Jerry and Charmaine, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Mary & Lon Roberts
January 10, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gayle Marshall
January 10, 2018
Charmaine and Jerry, My deepest sympathy for your loss. Prayers that your Lord and Savior comforts you in this most difficult time.
Maxine and Jay Tlusty
January 10, 2018
Jerry, Charmaine & family: We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Maxine and Jay Tlusty
Larry & Jill Reynolds
January 10, 2018
Jerry, Charmaine, & Family:
Jill and I were saddened to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May our loving heavenly Father grant you peace and comfort as you release Bree into His loving arms. God bless. Larry & Jill
Steve & Cory Tello
January 10, 2018
Jerry-Charmaine,
Cory and I are sooooo saddened to hear this devastating news. We are soooo sorry and will continue to pray for you both and your family. Our deepest condolences.
Steve & Cory
Joanne Leonard
January 10, 2018
Charmaine and Jerry, was shocked and so sorry to hear about Bree. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Joanne Leonard
Carla Gierke
January 9, 2018
God Bless Bree as she is welcomed into Heaven. I remember her as a former student at Middleton High School, always kind, generous to others, a person with many friends, hard-working and intelligent. To Bree's family, I'm so sorry for your great loss. My prayers are with Bree, her family and friends.
Marilyn & Frank Wiels
January 9, 2018
We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter, Bree. We first met her at Luke's wedding where we enjoyed sharing that joyous occasion. Our deepest sympathy to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marilyn and Frank
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