Passed peacefully on October 16, 2009, at age 83. Loving husband of Katharina for 56 years. Devoted dad of Helga Hefner, Gretchen (Michael) Evans, Mike (Sandy) Hefner, and Kathy (Mark) Lieske. Proud Opa of Kate Evans. Visitation at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Chapel of the Flowers, 13235 West Capitol Drive, on Wednesday, October 21 at 10:00Continue Reading