Walter W. Dusold

Dusold, Walter W. Age 87, passed away peacefully Sunday, December 4, 2011, at home surrounded by his loving family. Walter was born in Milwaukee, WI on February 12, 1924, to the late Walter and Anna (nee Maurer). Walt was a graduate of UW Stout where he earned his Bachelor's and Master's degree in Industrial Education. He served his country for 20 years in the Army and Army Reserves. He retired in 1963 with the rank of Captain. Walt served in WWII, spending time in Germany and France where he earned commendations including the Bronze Star. On May 6, 1949, he married the love of his life Marilyn (nee Olstad) of Menomonie, WI, beginning their 62 years together. He was a member of Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, where he served with mom on various committees and programs. One of the proudest periods of his life was the 35 years(1949-1984) he was at Boys' Technical High School, where he served as a coach, educator, guidance counselor and administrator. Walter is preceded in death by his youngest daughter, Michelle, granddaughter Mary Grace, as well as his siblings and in-laws Virginia (Dusold) Flash, Audrey and Larry Coon, Howard Dusold, Harry and Jeanne Olstad, and Lyle Olstad. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn, his sisters-in-law Edythe Dusold and Lucille Olstad, his children; Debbie (Dennis) James, Walter, Jr. (Annie Fang), Bill (Barb), Chris (Coleen), Barry, Lynn (Cheryl Sawdy), Carol (Barb Gollner), and Bonnie (Bill) Jackelen. He is further survived by his grandchildren he so dearly loved; Evan, Matthew, Allyson (Dan) Beck, Lindsay (Jonathan Kupcho), Clare, Andy (Jessica), Emily, Sarah, Ben, Brian, Julianne, Ana, Ian, Kristen and Jennifer (Chris) Gabbard, and great-grandson, Joseph. Walter will be missed by other relatives and good friends including special friends of the family; Cindy Kuzminski and Gloria Venski, Ken (Sara) Jaeger, the folks at Table Five at Howard Village, and his "SteakOut" family. In lieu of flowers, we ask that charitable contributions be made to Our Savior's Foundation, the Alzheimer's Association, The American Heart Association, or a charity of your choice. Visitation will be Thursday, December 8th from 4-7 pm at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 3022 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, with a service to follow. A private burial will be held at Arlington Cemetery in Milwaukee. Nothing is ever lost or forgotten, because those who finish their last breath continue in our hearts for the rest of our lives.