Angie Meier

Died December 9, 2004 at the age of 22

Angie was an artist, a free spirit who loved being with her friends – camping, fishing, dancing & listening to music.  She was kind, thoughtful, loved all animals and was generous with her time and her possessions.

Angie suffered with her bipolar disorder for many years and depression took over in the end.

She will be forever loved and missed by many – but especially by me, her “mama” and my broken heart.

July 20, 1972 -
November 28th, 2007

I (Matt Duranceau) wrote this song as if I were Jody, trying to tell me how he was feeling.  It was one many attempts to find closure to his shocking suicide.

“The Explanation”
I run from it but it comes from me
The feral seed, it grows from me
It hurts to feel it & I want to kill it off
I hope you see, specifically that its not my call
And it’s not your fault
But I’ve thought it out for one painful second
The ghosts I see aren’t vanishing
They‘ve bedeviled me, and managed me
I also seek to try and kill them off
They won’t leave me alone
Know that I’ll be home
Don’t try to call my phone
Forgive the trauma I’ve conspired to leave for you
Death is foreseen
It’s hunting season and winter trees
And you put on the warm sleeves
Unfortunately, I want to peel them off
The warmth you feel is missing in me
The hurt I’ve been through, the odious damn you
Fatherly treason * it was bound to kill me off
Maybe I’ve gone home
You know & I broke my phone
The evil that transpired was left of view
Until now

January 14, 1978 -
June 25, 2010

Shaun was an amazing friend, Husband, most importantly the most amazing father ever, he will be missed for the rest of our lives, our lives will never be the same with out him. Not a day passes that we don’t long for the man we all knew & loved, the man I loved since I was 12 years old…..Shaun we love YOU, always…

February 24, 1979 -
November 12, 1997

Dan was the strong and silent type.  He came across as a shy young man, but if you got him to open up he had a wealth of intelligence to share.  He wasn't interested in the superficial world.  Dan valued his family and friends and took pride in being a hard worker. He enjoyed the outdoors, basketball, car and fishing, among other things. When thing were good, they were great. For his family something will always be missing, but he will never be forgotten because we bring him with us. Love you Dan!

February 19, 1978 -
October 8, 2007

On the day he died, Trevor updated his My Space status with "Meet me in outer space. We can spend the night and watch the earth come up. I've grown tired of this place, will you come with me? I could start again."

Bipolar Disorder and severe Depression were things Trevor dealt with ... mostly on his own.  There was so much that I, his mother, never knew. He chose to end his life in the sanctuary of our church, but he came to tell me he loved me only a couple hours before he died. I will always thank God for that. Trevor now lives in love and happiness.

August 31, 1963 -
May 9, 2010

Dave had a big heart and wanted to take on everyone else's problems as well as his own.  He was strong and dedicated to his health, religion, community, family, and friends.  We are all blessed to have had him in our lives and he'll truly be missed.  I have always loved him for who he was to me, I'll always be proud and honored to be "his Jenny."  RIP Dave, you are at peace and at home.

Jonathan Lee Musselwhite

June 28, 1977 -
May 22, 2008

Jonathan was an artist and a self taught musician.  He loved to play video games and he loved his family.  He is finally at peace now and watching over us.

Debbie (Debra) Wickey

May 7, 1953 -
November 13, 2006

My mom loved spending time with her family, especially her Grandchildren. Her heart made of gold was felt by whom ever knew her. My mother was the most caring, nurturing, and genuine loving person this world has ever seen. She was an angel on earth, now she has her wings, soaring above up high, in the limitless sky. Missing you always and forever. Your family, friends and who ever else that was graced by your presence.

Richard L. Powers JR

February 9, 1974 -
January 24, 2009

Rick was my brother, friend and protector.  He was a year younger than me, but he was like a big brother as we became adults.  The day I got married Rick had the “don’t hurt her” talk with my husband.  Always my protector.  My protector is gone.  Now who do I call?  He is so dearly missed by his mother, father, sisters and the only brother he had.

Craig Bichanich

January 2, 1952 -
June 25, 2005

We, his wife and children, will always miss his sense of humor.

Zachary John Baltzer

October 15, 1983 -
June 8, 2008

Zac was an accomplished artist. He was very talented in many ways. He loved to do Marathons and Triathlons. Zac was kind and compassionate and he was loved by everyone who knew him. _We all hurt and miss him dearly. Words cannot express the pain & longing for him

Philip Moniot

August 23, 1954 - April 2005

Uncle Phil was very much into the outdoors, especially astronomy. He was extremely intelligent. He was never too busy to pay attention to me, to teach me something, to play a game with me. I primarily knew him when I was a child. He became estranged from the family, and I always wished he realized how much I missed him. Now I miss him even more, and there is no possibility of building our relationship again. I don’t have a picture of him, but I have some good memories which will never fade.

Christina “Stina” Pasewald

March 25, 1984 -
July 2, 2007

Christina enjoyed her job as a dental assistant. She was very close to and loved her family. A year ago she started a relationship with the love of her life, her best friend and fiancé, Tim Curry. They were two of a kind. Tim’s family also meant the world to her. Christina enjoyed fishing, country music, funny hats, deer hunting, and camping. Christina often said “you can never put enough wood on the fire.”

Jordan L. Boss

February 18, 1983 -
April 28, 2003

Jordan was a kind and gentle soul.  He loved fishing, nature in general, animals, music, his friends, and family.   He is missed terribly by his dad, his sisters, his brother, and his nephews, along with his many friends and extended family.   We wish he was here to meet his new nieces and nephew, but we are comforted knowing he is finally at peace and that he is with Mom.

Ethan T. Meetz

April 29, 1990 -
April 16, 2008

Ethan was a kind, compassionate person who was self-taught in playing the bass guitar, electronic guitar, and drums with aspirations of attending Madison Media College for recording music.  He will be missed daily. We love him.

John Wopp

1957-2004

John was a very loving father, LOVED hunting and fishing.

Greg Wopp

1956-1974

Greg was an artist and encouraged his sister Laura (pictured with him at the left) in her art.  He loved Uriah Heep and Jimi Hendricks! 

Stephen J. Bongard

October 12, 1970 -
March 10, 2007

Excerpt from The Moon, a poem by Stephen's niece:

When your life is shrouded in nothing but dark,
With your emotions sealed back,
And your heart shuts down,
Don't give up.

Read the poem

Scott F Scherschel

April 28, 1977 -
June 15, 1994

A sensitive and intelligent soul, Scott loved caving and repelling.  An injury cut short his cross country running career.  He is sorely missed by his parents, brother, sister, family, and many friends. 

Brandon D Garland

May 13, 1987 - 
February 15, 2006

Brandon had a huge circle of friends and enjoyed everything and anything that had to do with country music, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and sports.  Read more about Brandon and his family's  survival.