William Edward Lasch, 81, Fort Atkinson, died peacefully at St. Mary’s Hospital, Madison, on Aug. 17, 2013, surrounded by his family.
He was born on April 26, 1932, in Walworth, to the late Arthur and Cora (Finley) Lasch. He graduated from Walworth High School and served his country in the U.S. Navy.
He married Janet Spiegelhoff in Burlington, on Feb. 6, 1954. He was employed at Highsmith Company for more than 25 years. After retirement, he worked for Jerry Kutz driving funeral coach for 10 years.
He was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Second Harvest, Fishing Has No Boundaries, and a past member of the Fort Atkinson Lions Club.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Fort Atkinson; children, Joe (Irene) Lasch, Lake Mills, Barb Gaddo, Bloomington, Minn., Doug Lasch, Evanston, Ill., Teri (Richard) Dary, Waupun; grandchildren, Brenda Lasch, John (Denise) Gaddo, Tony (Corrine) Gaddo, Sera Gaddo, Alissa Lasch, Kristen Lasch, Cam Dary, and Ross Dary; great-grandchildren, Liliana Gaddo and John Dean Gaddo; sister, Dorothy Goodavish; brother-in-law, Jim (LuAnn) Spiegelhoff; sister-in-law, Judy (Bob) Morrow; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was further preceded in death by his daughter, Jeanine Lasch; daughter-in-law, Judie Lasch; brothers, John and George; and sister, Rheta.
Family and friends appreciated Bill for his quiet sense of humor that kept the laughter flowing. Dubbed ‘George’ by his grandchildren in their routine exchanges, Bill found so many touching ways to nurture strong family relationships. Through his loving ways, he was a source of strength, inspiration and support for many.
He shared his love of fishing, hunting, and golfing with his family at any opportunity. His Canadian fishing trips with friends held an extra-special spot in his heart. He loved to travel and was always ready to visit a new destination both in and outside the country. Birds that visited his yard never left hungry, as he spent many hours filling his various feeders and watching the wildlife that frequented his yard.
Visitation is Tuesday, Aug. 20, from 6-8 p.m., at Nitardy Funeral Home, 1008 Madison Ave., Fort Atkinson, and on Wednesday, from 9:30-11 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1660 Endl Blvd., Fort Atkinson.
As an expression of sympathy you may wish to consider donations to St. Joseph Catholic Church or to your favorite charity. Nitardy Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Well-wishers can visit www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.
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