William “Bill” J. Phalen, age 64, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2011, at Wheaton Franciscan – All Saints Medical Center. He was born in Kenosha on October 31, 1946, son of the late William T. and Estelle (Nee: Schultz) Phalen.
Bill was a graduate of St. Joseph High School and Dominican College. Furthering his education, he graduated from Roosevelt University, Chicago, IL, receiving a Master's Degree in Public Administration. He proudly served in the United States Naval Reserves. On April 21, 1995, he was united in marriage to Lynda A. Dworak. Bill’s fascination with flying model airplanes and racing bicycles at a young age expanded as he became the owner and operator of Gary’s Hobby Center. His other pastimes included sailing, skiing, dancing and all types of music. More than anything, he cherished time spent with his family. He will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his loving wife of sixteen years, Lynda; his children, Kristin (Eric) Hartung, Cynthia Phalen, all of Racine, Julie (Dean) Nolden of Manitowoc; his six grandchildren, Ethan, Ryan and Mason Hartung, Lindsay, Jack and Kate Nolden; other relatives and many dear friends.
Funeral services with full military honors will be held Wednesday, September 7, 2011, at 6 p.m. at the funeral home with Fr. William E. Kohler officiating. Private interment will be held. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Wednesday at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Memorials to the Hope Safehouse in memory of Bill’s love for animals have been suggested.
MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888
2 comments:
BILL WAS A VERY WARM AND THOUGHTFULL PERSON. A GREAT MENTOR, OVERALL GREAT PERSON. HE WILL BE MISSED. TO HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS, YOU ARE IN THE KOFRON'S THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Bill was always very friendly and warm to me over our few months of working together. Although I only spoke with Bill over the phone, it was easy to tell that he was a wonderful, caring person. To his family and friends, you are in my thoughts and prayers. From everyone in Great Planes Credit, we are deeply sorry for your loss.
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