Dan's Grandpa

Dan's Grandpa Howard died last night.  He seemed to be in quite a lot of discomfort so it's comforting to know that he isn't in pain anymore.  Dan was able to make it to see him for a few hours before he died and both he and Dean were with him when he went.  I'm thinking about all of the family today and I'm sorry for your loss, but especially Dean.  It's hard to lose a parent at any time and I'm sure it's a strange and scary feeling when you are an only child.  May the memory of both Vera and Howard be something that we can all share for many years to come.  Rest in peace Grandpa Great.

This picture is from just a little over a year ago when we were back in Wisconsin last August. Svea is 10 months old. Very thankful we have this picture:)
 
Howard Emmanuel Dornfeld, 89, of Markesan, met his Lord and Savior on September 6, 2012. He lived at Markesan Resident Home for the past 5 years.

Howard was born August 21, 1923 in Salemville, WI the son of Christian and Caroline (Bender) Dornfeld. On July 9, 1950 he married the love of his life, Vera Steinich. They farmed together in Salemville. He was a lifetime member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Salemville and over the years served in a number of ways. Howard had a passion for hunting, fishing, and telling stories. He could talk with anyone and left a lasting impression with everyone he met. His main priority in life was other people, especially his wife and family. Howard is survived by his son, Dean (Kathy) Dornfeld; grandchildren, Dan (Leigh) Dornfeld, Stuart (Megan) Dornfeld and Kristin (Shane) Otto; great-grandchildren, Hannah, Elizabeth, and Lukas Dornfeld, Ashlyn and Shay Otto, and Svea and Kieran Dornfeld; a sister, Berdell (Rodney) Douma of San Angelo, TX; a sister-in-law, Anita Steinich of Cambria; and many beloved nephews, nieces, and dear friends.
Howard was preceded in death by his wife, Vera; and brothers, Hubert and Herbert Dornfeld.