George Palmer Bredesen Jr., age 81, of Friendship, Wisconsin died Friday, February 23, 2007 at the Tomah VA Medical Center in Tomah, Wisconsin.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2007 at the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Friendship, Wisconsin. Father James P. McNamee will officiate. Interment will be at the Mt. Repose Cemetery, Friendship, Wisconsin. Military rites will be offered at the graveside service by the Adams VFW Post #6279; the Adams American Legion Red Cloud Post #250; and the Grand Marsh American Legion Snyder-Richardson Post #273.
Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home with rosary and bible reading at 7:30 p.m. and on Wednesday at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass.
George was born June 4, 1925 in Arkdale, Wisconsin to George P. and Edna (Anderson) Bredesen Sr. He grew up in Arkdale and Adams-Friendship area. George was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Infantry as a radio operator in the European Theater. He was injured in the drive to Cherbourgh, France after the Normandy Invasion. After the war, George returned to Adams where he earned his High School Diploma. He worked at the REA (Adams Columbia Electrical Co-op) as billing clerk. George retired after 24 years and then became the Adams County Veteran Service Officer until his retirement in 1987.
He married Rosemary Jinsky on May 19, 1951 in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin.
George was a member of the A-F VFW Post #6279 (Charter Member); Red Cloud American Legion Post #250; Purple Heart Unit 168; St. Josephs Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Past 7th District VFW Commander; Past State President County Veterans Service Officer, Disabled American Vets; Military Order of Cooties, former member of Village of Friendship Fire Department, and past Village of Friendship President.
George enjoyed photography, camping, fishing, hunting out west, swimming, reading, cooking on the grill, being a grandpa and great-grandpa, and his family pets.
George was preceded in death by his father, George P. Bredesen Sr.; mother, Edna Bredesen; sister, Ellen Martin; and brother, Harold Bredesen.
Survivors:
Wife: Rosemary Bredesen of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: Michael Bredesen of Laguna Hills, CA
Daughter: Carol (Pat) Cannon of Bloomington, MN
Son: Eric Bredesen of Friendship, Wisconsin
Son: Brian Bredesen of Stillwater, OK
Daughter: Wendy (George) Ritchie of Adams, Wisconsin
Daughter: Diane (Randy) Waite of Adams, Wisconsin
Son: Marc (Pam) Bredesen of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Philip Cannon of Minneapolis, MN
Grandchild: Amanda (Mike) Schwabe of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Tanya Bredesen of CA
Grandchild: Steven Ravenscroft of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Marcus Bredesen of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Tyler Ritchie of Adams, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Kelli Ravenscroft of Adams, Wisconsin
Great-Granddaughter: Hailey Remm of Adams, Wisconsin
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Dear Rosemary & Family
It is with profound sympathy and sadness we share your loss of husband, father and our friend.Time is a healer, vivid good memories will always remain.I’m sure Pud and Jr still have an abundance of memories to share of war and work
Dear Bud and Family.
Lori,recently called me and told me of your loss of Junior.I hope you are doing well.He was a good man.He will be missed.Your family has really grown. my prayers and hugs go out to each of you.
To the family of George Bredesen:
My deepest sympathy to the family. George was a very good man. My father always had a great deal of respect for him. I also feel the same. It will be a great loss. May God Hold Each and Everyone in the Palm of His hand a
Our condolences to the whole family.
Oh, my dear, sweet Aunt Bud and all my cousins and their families: No words will ever come close to expressing how my heart aches for each and every one of you. The truly good men of this world are few and far between, but Uncle Jr. sparkled like a diamon
Rosemary and children: I am sorry to hear of Georges passing. He was one of my big supporters and that of many other VETS. He was so helpful when returning from Viet Nam. Our prayers are with you and Him.
Dear Rosemary and family,
I have fond memories of George when he was VA officer in the basement of the courthouse and I worked for the Child Support Office with Mike Stankiewicz. I enjoyed talking to George and was proud to know him. I know he will be
I am so sorry for you loss..God be with you at this time..
Mrs. Bredesen and Family: I was deeply sadden to learn of Mr. Bredesen’s passing. I shall always remember him and the rest of Adams Marquette family fondly. My your family find comfort in your faith in the days to come. Peggy Connell
Our deepest sympathy to all the Bredesen family, May God keep you tightly in his arms at this time.
Wendy, Diane and the Bredesen family, I recall the awards night at AF back in 2000 when a very proud grandpa presented a scholarship to Amanda. That choked everyone up and was a very touching moment. We are very blessed when we have special people in our
Wendy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rosemary and Family~you have my deepest sympathies.
Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Brian, glad you made it back home safely. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort.
Michael and family. I am so sorry for your loss. It looks like Mr. Bredesen had a very full life and a wonderful family.
Sorry to hear about Jr. Mom(Evelyn Rosenberg)has so few relativies left that I know, that when one of the passes away, it is an even greater lose. Jr. has always reminded me so much of Jimmy, that I felt they could have been brothers. Mom always felt tha
We have lost a faithful comrade who brought many talents to his service to all veterans over the years. His wise counsel will be sorely missed, but the memory of his efforts will live on. We are grateful for having known and worked with him, and our deepe
Dear Bredesen Family, I know how difficult things have been for all of you these past weeks. You are a tight family and that will sustain you now. I send you all my love.
Brian & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grief.
David
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Debbie
With sympathy and prayers from a friend in Michael’s Bible study small group in California
Thinking of the Bredesen family during the loss of George. From one veteran and soldier to another: George: Thank you for serving twice over: In defense of our freedom, and to all of our veterans who have received your wise counsel over the years. It is
Brian: to let you know you are in our prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family
To the family:
May the Lord bless and keep you at your time of need. George was a wonderful person and will be dearly missed by everyone. God Bless Wendy (Folts,Hurst)
Brian & Family I was sadden to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Find peace and comfort in the loving memories you share with your family and friends.
Brian, You and your family are heavy on my heart since I’ve worn the shoes you are in. Draw strength and comfort from those around you until you return to Stillwater.
Brian ~ I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you…May you and your family find comfort in each other. Know that God’s loving arms surround you during this difficult time.
My heartfelt sympathies on the loss of a husband, father and friend to the entire Bredesen family. May God watch over you during this difficult time.
Bredesen Family,
You are in my heart and in my prayers.
God bless each of you,
Don
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Dear Brian and Family –
Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Take care of yourself.
Please call if we can be of assistance.
Darrel Dominick and Family
Brian:
Sorry for your loss. See you soon.
KC
Brian and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My God grant you peace during this difficult time.
Birdie Neal, USDA-NRCS, Stillwater, Oklahoma
Brian & Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Words can not convey the sympathy I feel for your and your family. You are in my prayers.
Our deepest sympathy to Aunt Rose and family. Our loving memories of the times shared will always be our treasure.
Dear Michael and The Bredesen Family Thoughts
and prayers are with All
of you in this time of loss on earth.
Dear Rosemary and family,
We were so sorry to hear of Jr.’s death. He was such a wonderful man. I know you will all miss him so very much. I pray that God will give you an extra measure of peace and strength as you walk through these difficult days.
Michael and family, I am sadened to hear of your loss and my prayers will be with you all.
Dear Rosemary and Family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you. Mr. Bredesen was a good man. You should be especially proud of how he served his country and continued to serve his community in so many ways.
Bredesen Family
My God comfort you during this difficult time. Jr was a great guy. Hold each other and remember all the great memories.
Brian & Family,
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Let God’s love and understanding help you in your loss as he is there to ease the pain. Cherish all the memories you have and share those with each other.
Michael and Bredesen Family, please know that you are in my prayers and I pray that God will show His love and Peace to each of you during your difficult time of loss.
Dear Rosemary & Family,
Our deepest sympathy
We have fondest memories of Junior. His
great sense of humor and his great story telling. He has a special place in our hearts and will be missed. Our love to the Bredesen Family.
Our sincerest condolences on your loss. We are Cecil and Elaine Hill’s son and daughter-in-law, and received notice of his death just this morning. I remember him when visiting Wisconsin in the 1970’s… it was long ago but we had a fun trip and visit. Ou
Michael, I am so sorry to hear of you and your family’s loss. Reading his bio allowed me to know of his deep patriotism for all of his life. My condolences to all.
We knew Mr. Bredeson as a kind and gentle man when Brian’s parents visited Stillwater. We’ll miss his gensuine smile and the twinkle in his eye. He will make Heaven a more pleasant place. God bless the family and friends left behind.
Wendy and George, Diane and Randy,
Sorry to hear of your loss.
Michael,
I’m so sorry for your loss. It wonderful that you can be there with your family at this time of loss. My prayers are with you all.
Steve McBride
Dear Michael and family: May the Lord gently hold your hearts and strengthen you. Your in my prayers.
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints." Psalm 116:15
Rosemary and Kids, Deepest sympathy. Remember the good OLD times.
Dear Rosemary and all. We will miss Jr. terribly.He was always such a joy to know. Bill loved him like a brother for sure and Ida felt just as much like he was one of us. Sorry everything isn’t right for us to make the trip or we would be there for you a
Rosemary and family you have our deepest sympathy.
To the Bredesen Family: You all have my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bredesen Family: You all have my sympathy in the loss of JR. I know there are many good memories to hold near and dear as you endure your loss. Remember all the good and fun times.
my thoughts are with you during this difficult time in your lives.
Rosemary and family,
We send our deepest sympathy. We will all miss Jr. He was a one of a kind. Thank you all for sharing him with us all these years. We have many memories of him.