Obituaries

Kim- Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. So very truly sorry ... a loss that words cannot capture. Joe & Ruth Polacek Family

I'm shocked and saddened by the news of Don's passing. He was one of the nicest and friendliest people at MGE. Always cheerful and happy to help in any way he could. Your family is in our thoughts.

Dear Kim - So very sorry for your loss. Don was always so kind. My heart goes out to you and the kids. - Zak Mayer

May I wish the family our sincerest condolences from AFE Chapter 161. Don was a great member of Chapter and his smiling face will be missed by us all. Our functions will not be the same without him. Jesse Arias, AFE Chapter 161 President

Kim and family, so sorry to hear of Don's passing. Sending prayers and condolences. Diane Disch

Dear Kim, So very sad to read of Don's passing. Only good memories of Don, you and your family. Always loved seeing you all and talking at the Dental office. My heart and prayers are with you.

Kim and Family - I have no words and am so saddened to hear about Don's passing. He was a kind soul and wonderful man. I've always enjoyed our chats in the halls and will miss seeing him around MGE. He always had a smile on his face. Each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your wonderful memories of Don comfort you and guide you through this difficult time. - Christina Shaughnessy

I had the joy of working at MGE with both Don and Kim. Because my desk was near Facilities Management, I got to know Don. His sunny disposition and sense of humor had a way of brightening the day for those around him. My family and I will be praying for Kim, Lizzie, and Christopher.

Below are some of the written and verbal responses from people Don worked with at MGE: I heard about Don. I am so sorry to hear that. He was always so helpful whenever I had a request and so funny if my request was ridiculous 😊 He will be missed. (Merl-MGE) That one was tough to take. Going to take a while to get over this one. Great friend and that means a lot now days. I know you will miss him more than most as you worked together. (Don-Central Ceilings) It was shocking to hear about Don's sudden passing. Please extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers to his family. Don was a great guy and we enjoyed his business partnership and friendship. He will be sorely missed. (Tim-Phoenix Fire Systems) Don was such a sweet person. (Tim-Lerdahl Business Interiors) Oh, that's such shocking, sad news. Please let us know if you need anything. Don will truly be missed. He was a great guy!! (Karyn- Lerdahl Business Interiors) I am saddened to hear about Don's passing. Don was a pleasure to work with. He surely will be missed. (Matthew-M.C. Dean) So sorry to hear about Don's passing. I always enjoyed my interactions with him and could tell that he was a great person and very knowledgeable about facilities. Sending my condolences to his family and all at MG&E who worked with Don. (Brendan-Commonwealth) Sorry to hear the news about Don, very sad, great guy and a pleasure to have known him. (Shawn-MGE) Some loses hurt more than others. (Rob-MGE) I just heard yesterday about Don. I'm so sorry. I had a lot of fun golfing with him and enjoying some cocktails with him, in addition to working with him. I know he was an extremely valuable part of your team, and was great for me to work with. (Nate–Tegrete) Don was a good, good man. I'm so saddened by this loss – he will certainly be missed and remembered ☹ (Brandon–Am Fam) What a devastating news. We are in disbelief. Please accept deepest condolences. We have such warm memories of Don. What a heart-breaking loss. We will always remember him as one of the wonderful humans we need more of in our world. (Alina-RSF)

Kim, Lizzie and Christopher. I wish I had the words to express my sorrow for your loss. Keep your memories close, and know Don will always be with you in your hearts. Angela, Austin, Abby, and Amanda Gray.

Deepest sympathies to you Kim, Lizzie and Christopher! Thinking of you during this difficult time!

I am so very sorry for your loss, Dona was a good person. Patty Kerwin

Kim and family, I am so sorry to hear about Don. You are in my thoughts. May you find peace in memories of the great times you shared. Patt Dischler

Kim & Family - I am so saddened to hear of Don's passing. I haven't been with MG&E that long, but right from my first day Don was so kind and made me feel welcome. He was a funny and big-hearted guy and I'll miss him. My heart goes out to you and your family during this sad time.

Kim, Lizzie and Christopher- Words alone cannot express the deep sadness we feel for your sudden loss of such a wonderful man. Don was loved by many people and will be missed greatly. Our thoughts and prayers to all of you in this very tough time. Very sincerely, Scott Peterson and family 💝🙏🙏

Kim, Lizzie and Christopher- I am so sorry to hear of this sad news. I know this must be so difficult. I will keep you all in my prayers! Big hugs to all of you!! I am not able to come to the service, but know that I am lifting you up before the Lord, asking for comfort and peace. 😘🙏🙏🙏💕❤️💕

I am sorry to hear of Don's passing. I am retired from MGE and had the pleasure of working with Don. We were both always guite busy but made time to talk about our kids, golf, etc. He will be missed, my sympathy to the Scwenn family and Don's friends. Jeff Larson

Kim, Lizzie and Christopher, there are no words to describe how said I feel for you. Please hold tight to the many memories that you have of your husband and father. He was truly a gem... Toni Sieg

Kim and Family, there is a common theme going on in these tributes that is for sure! Everyone enjoyed being around Don! He was uplifting and a pleasure to know and work with. 38 years!?That doesn't even count dating time. You two were blessed ❤️. May he rest in peace. Tia Davis.

I was deeply saddened to learn about the passing of Don. Please accept my deepest condolences, and know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this incredibly challenging time. May cherished memories of Don bring you some comfort and strength as you face the days ahead. - Carolyn Whittaker

Oh Kim! My heart breaks for you and Lizzie and Chris. How I will miss seeing him around town and chatting with him at sporting events. Mark and I just really enjoyed Don. Always had great stories and of course that mischievous smile. We are sending so many prayers and lots of love your way. - Amber Frieden

Kim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Don was always kind and had a smile on his face. I will miss bumping into him and hearing about the kids. Please know we are here for you and keeping you in our thoughts.

I was so sad to hear of Don's passing.I am a retired MGE employee and I liked Don alot.When I was doing the messenger job Don would jokingly hide my cart and watch my reactions.He was a pleasure to be around and I remember Kim as well.Rest in peace Don you were gone way too soon my friend.

To Kim, Lizzie and Christopher, I really have no words. So very sorry and praying you'll grieve with much hope and experience comfort and nearness of God like nothing you've ever known. 🙏🙏🙏

So very sorry, my sympathies to all of you! A lifelong friend and so many good memories of fun high school days! He never changed a bit as Donny was a sweet, kind hearted man. Rest in peace my friend~

Kim, I am so sad to hear of Don's passing. He was a kind and gentle soul. I loved working with him at MGE (and you, too). Sending you hugs, prayers and much love. Lisa Martin

Lizzie Christopher and Kim- our hearts break with yours. Surrounding you will love and support. The Thurstons

Kim and Family, sincere condolences on Don's death. He was a very kind man and did so much for MGE. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Sandy Dolister

Dear Schwenn Family -- I worked with Don at MGE. He was a kind man, he greeted every situation with a smile, he will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to his wife Kim and family. Dave Benforado

Kim & family - so sorry to learn of Don's passing. He was a wonderful man and went about his work in a pleasant and efficient manner. He made MGE a better place through all his efforts. With sympathy, Bonnie Eastman

Bobby & family--I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I ran into him a couple of times in the recent past & was lucky enough to have some conversation with him. Always such a sweet man. Deepest heartfelt sympathies. Teri Bock Taylor

Our MGE family will not be the same without Don. God's mercy on all who knew and have to move forward without him...especially his family 🙏💔Lenore

Kim, I am so sorry to hear about Don's passing. He was such a great co-worker. I always enjoyed when he came over to Buenzli to chat. He will be missed. You and your family are in my prayers. Merl

Donny was our neighbor and just a great kid. He and my brother, Paul Buskager, were together all the time. I am so sorry for your loss and am sending you strength and God's peace to get through this difficult time. Lori

Kim, Don was one of my favorite people to randomly run into at MGE. His friendliness was contagious. You and I were just talking about all of the building improvements he oversaw. He was honest and genuine with a fun bit of quirkiness. I am thinking about you and your family right now. Jeanne

Kim & Family, I was so sorry to hear about Don's passing. I know this must be an incredibly difficult time for you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. Don made me chuckle many many many times:) In sympathy, Shelly Noonan

Kim and family: My condolences to all of you. Though I've only been at MGE for about a year and a half, Don was memorable and genuine. He cared about people and took pride in his work. He left a legacy behind at MGE and he will be sorely missed. Sincerely, Katie Kleisner

Hi Kim and family. I was so sorry to learn that Donny had passed. Seems like you were in high school a minute ago. Hugs and prayers for all if you. 🙏❤️🙏

Terribly saddened by this news. Don was a fun person with a big heart. He'll be missed. Peace to Kim and the kids. Chris Dorsey

Lost a very kind hearted man... prayers to the family in this sad, sad time. Randy Alsmo