Donald F. Uebelacker

Passed away on February 27, 2024 at the age of 90.

He was the son of Arthur and Katherine Uebelacker (deceased). Brother of Arthur Uebelacker (deceased) (Jane) Uebelacker. Don was born in West Milwaukee. He lived there until he was married. He graduated from West Milwaukee High School. Don was drafted into the U.S. Army in January 1953. He embraced discipline and patriotism during his service and was honorably discharged from the Army on April 13, 1955. After the Army, Don went to Marquette University and graduated within three and a half years. He met his wife Rosalie Uhler from West Allis. They dated for 3 years before getting married. Don wanted to finish college first. They were married 65 years.

Don was the loving father of Brian (Caryn), Steven (deceased) and Peggy Kay Uebelacker. Proud Grandfather of Dustin (Hilary) Uebelacker. Proud Great Grandfather of Parker Rosalie Uebelacker. Don worked at Rexford Paper Company for 34 years as Sales General Manager. Shortly after he retired, he was diagnosed with a long journey with Parkinson’s. He had died from a stroke. During Don’s life he achieved many things. Some of them were President of the Parish Council at St. Matthias, Citizen of the Year in Brown Deer, Chairperson of the Beautification Committee in Brown Deer, Finance Committee at St. Catherine’s, Boy Scout leader and many more. Don was a perfectionist. When playing cards and keeping score, there had to be a correction pencil handy. Mistakes were not allowed.

Don will be missed by family, relatives and friends!

Visitation will be held at Krause Funeral Home, 7001 West Brown Deer Road, Milwaukee, on Thursday, March 7, 2024 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on Friday, March 8, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM at St. Catherine’s of Alexandria, 8661 North 76th Place, Milwaukee. Funeral Mass will be at 11:00 AM. Entombment immediately following at Holy Cross Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Catherine’s of Alexandria Church would be appreciated.

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