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2013
William Edward Brunette, age 82, died, Thursday, November 14, 2013, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born November 29, 1930 to Lawrence Edward "Knobby" and Verna Belle (Ledger) Brunette in Milwaukee WI. At a young age he moved to Rhinelander and worked with his parents as a young boy at City Cleaners; which opened in 1944. He went on to own City Cleaners. William met the love of his life Betty (Elizabeth Marie) Turcotte, and was married January 3, 1953, at St. Mary's Church in Rhinelander. He was drafted and served for two years in the Army during the Korean Conflict, and was honorably discharged. He belonged to several organizations including the VFW and Lions Club where he was active with the Eye Bank, and made several trips to Madison to help with transports. He was also involved with the Male Chorus, scouting, stunt night, a member of St. Mary's, where he was active as a Eucharistic Minister and usher. He loved the Packers, hunting, fishing, bowling, and was an avid gardener, and he loved his roses. He attended many dry cleaning conventions and conferences, which he started going to with his father and later with his wife and children.
William is survived by his wife Betty, his children David (LuAnn) Brunette of Rhinelander, Daniel (Cathy) Brunette of Rhinelander, Timothy (Lisa) Brunette of Rhinelander, and Michelle (Todd) Luedtke of Eagle River, his grandchildren Nathan, Tyler, Nicole, Allison, Michael, and Mikaela, and great grandchildren Mary Leona Jagoda, and twins on the way. He is further survived by many family and friends.
William is preceded in death by his parents, brothers Wayne and Darrell, sister Viola Stefonek.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, November 19, 2013 at 11:30 am at Nativity of Our Lord ~ St. Mary's with Father Tom Thakadipuram officiating. Burial will follow at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Hildebrand Russ Funeral Home from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Hildebrand Russ Funeral Home, 715-365-4343 is assisting the family with arrangements. All are invited to light a candle and leave an online condolence for William at www.hildebrandfh.com.
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December 15, 2013
Barb & Jack Bergman
Betty & Family,
Our sincere sympathy in the passing of Bill. We will miss him in church.
Barb & Jack Bergman
November 18, 2013
Nedra Brunette
Betty and family sorry to hear of the passing of Bud's Uncle Bill. We have been in Texas for 42 years and haven't seen the family much but you are in our thoughts and prayers. Nedra Brunette
November 18, 2013
My prayers go out to Bill's family for their loss. May they know the Father's consolation. Barb Hilleque
November 18, 2013
Jim Binder
My condolences to the Brunette family. Bill was a pleasure to deal with personally and professionally. He will always be remembered with a smile on his face. With sympathy,
Dr. Jim Binder
November 18, 2013
Laurie (Schinke) Farr
Brunette Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He gave me my first job at the Cleaners as a teenager. Bill was a great boss and wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
November 17, 2013
Cory Moritz-Hoffmann
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. He was a very nice person and gracious businessman. He will be sadly missed.
Cory Hoffmann, Rhinelander, WI
November 16, 2013
David & Donna McLaughlin
Betty, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will miss the Packer and Badger conversations on Saturday mornings as I picked up my shirts. Bill was one of the truly "good guys"! He will be missed by all who knew him.
November 16, 2013
Keith and Patti Young
Our sincere condolences to the Brunette family. Bill was a wonderful husband, father, and member of the Rhinelander community. There will be many stories told in the next few days and years concerning Bill. He will be missed.
November 16, 2013
Michael Harvey
Bill will always be remembered for his good sense of humor and the smile. I am saddened to know that he will not be here to greet his many friends and customers. He has a deep faith in his Lord and Savior, I am sure that he is in His Fathers care.
November 15, 2013
Larry & Ellen Mathein
Our prayers are with all of you as you face these hours and days ahead. Bill was a true example of a family man and will be deeply missed by many. Know that Bill will never be "gone" as long as your family keeps him alive in your hearts. We sure will...
November 15, 2013
Gary & Kathy Baker
Gary & I are so sorry to hear of Bills passing. He was such a sweet man - our thoughts & prayers are with everyone.
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