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Waldemar 'Wally' Bilgrien

June 25, 1928 - July 13, 2015
Visitation
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church
306 Herman St.
Iron Ridge, WI 53035
Friday 7/17, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church
306 Herman St.
Iron Ridge, WI 53035
Friday 7/17, 2:00 pm

Waldemar ‘Wally’ J. Bilgrien, age 87, of Iron Ridge, WI passed away on Monday, July 13, 2015 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 17 at 2 p.m. at St. St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church in Iron Ridge, WI, with Rev. Larry Mose officiating. Visitation will take place on Friday, July 17 from 1 p.m. until the time of service at 2 p.m. at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church, Iron Ridge,WI Burial will be at the St. Matthew Cemetery in Iron Ridge, WI. Wally was born June 25, 1928 in Iron Ridge, WI the son of Harry and Viola (Ringle) Bilgrien. He was a graduate of Mayville High School. Wally was a veteran of the US Army during the Korean Conflict serving in Germany. He was united in marriage to Marlene Doubleday on January 16, 1954 in Iron Ridge, WI. Wally together with his wife owned and operated the Bilgrien’s Lanes in Iron Ridge, WI.Wally was a lifetime member of St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church in Iron Ridge, WI. He was also a member of the Mayville American Legion Post #69. Wally was also a member of the Iron Ridge Fire Department since 1953. He helped with the Iron Ridge Fireman’s picnic for over 30 years selling pull tabs and tending bar. Wally was a member of the Dodge Co. Tavern League and the Bowling Proprietor’s Association. He was an avid fan of the Packers, Brewers, and the Badgers. Survivors include; his 3 daughters, Diane (Dan) Galbraith of Beverly Hills, FL, Annette Sauter of Monroe, WI and Lisa Bilgrien of Wauconda, IL. His grandchildren; Nicole (John) Bartelt, Karen (Jesus) Medina, Tim (Jen) Aumann, Marie Galbraith, Nicholas Galbraith and Daniel Galbraith, 7 great grandchildren, His 2 brothers; Jerome Bilgrien of Hustisford and Don (Jerelyn) Bilgrien of Iron Ridge. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Marlene in 2011, and son Mark in 2008.

Visitation
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church
306 Herman St.
Iron Ridge, WI 53035
Map
Friday 7/17, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Service
St. Matthew's Ev. Lutheran Church
306 Herman St.
Iron Ridge, WI 53035
Map
Friday 7/17, 2:00 pm

Waldemar ‘Wally’ J. Bilgrien, age 87, of Iron Ridge, WI passed away on Monday, July 13, 2015 at the Aurora Medical Center in Grafton. A funeral service will be held on Friday, July 17 at 2 p.m. at St. St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church in Iron Ridge, WI, with Rev. Larry Mose officiating. Visitation willContinue Reading

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Larry Kohrt left a message on July 25, 2015:
My sympathy to your family. Always liked him as he brought some life to Iron Ridge with his humor. He will be missed.
Sandi Dewitz Kohrt left a message on July 25, 2015:
Always liked your dad! When I was a kid I would come the bowling alley to buy ice cream and he would always tease me. He was such a friendly guy! He will be missed by many of us.
Helen Davidson left a message on July 25, 2015:
My deepest heartfelt sympathy in the passing of your Father. Helen Davidson
Doreen VanMinsel left a message on July 17, 2015:
Thinking of all of you and how blessed you were to have your dad/grandpa in your life this long. Your memories will be in your heart always. I am a friend of Lisa from working at Lee. I lost contact with her I hope she and all of you are doing okay. Sincerely Doreen VanMinsel
Terry & Kim Zirbel left a message on July 15, 2015:
Our Sympathies to Wally's family. We will remember him by all the jokes and goofy things he always made to make you laugh! He will be missed! Rest in Peace!
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Diane Feucht Lischka left a message on July 15, 2015:
Deepest sympathy to the family. Your Dad always had a great sense of humor. Rest in Peace Wally. Bob and Diane (Feucht) Lischka
Jessica Lamirand (Gephart) left a message on July 15, 2015:
Wally was such a character. Brenda, and Yohan, the wrong directional blinker when he was driving, I think everyone in Iron Ridge loved him. My sympathies to the family for a great man.
Bill and Lori Lange left a message on July 15, 2015:
Our deepest sympathies are with you at this difficult time. Wally made everyone laugh with his sense of humor!
Gary &Carol Galbraith left a message on July 15, 2015:
With our deepest sympathy. I have fond memories of your father from my childhood. May your memories bring you comfort.
Janet Kasten left a message on July 15, 2015:
Our deepest sympathy to the Whole family.So enjoyed meeting and talking to him, quite a fun guy. Janet and Mike Kasten
Denise Gorenchan left a message on July 15, 2015:
My deepest sympathy
Denise Gorenchan left a message on July 15, 2015:
My deepest sympathy
Shawn Vincent left a message on July 15, 2015:
Tim, your grandfather was and will always be the funniest man I had the privilege to be friends with. Just when you thought you were having a serious conversation with him, he threw something at you so funny, you swore you were at a personal comedy show. He will truly be missed. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Ellen Bartsch left a message on July 15, 2015:
Thoughts and prayers Diane, Annette, and Lisa. Your Dad could always bring a smile to my face with a simple "Hey Brenda!"
Russell left a message on July 14, 2015:
You will be missed Wally. Thanks for all the laughs and stories.
Koepsell Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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