Roger Clarence Hillebrandt, age 62 of Star Prairie, Wis., died peacefully at his home on Thursday, April 10, 2008.
Roger was born on October 25, 1945 in New Richmond to Clarence and Hertha (Meyer) Hillebrandt. He graduated from New Richmond High School in 1965.
After graduation, Roger worked several years at UFE in Dresser. Then he returned home to farm with his dad. Roger went to work for Lowell Volkert in 1991 and farmed until his death.
He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Hertha, and his sister Janice.
He is survived by his Aunt, Vivian Hillebrandt, and many cousins.
Funeral services for Roger was Saturday, April 12, at 11 a.m., at St. Luke's Lutheran Church with visitation one hour prior to service. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery in Deer Park.
The funeral was presided over by Pastor Daniel Voth and music was provided by Kathy Wettig.
Pallbearers were Dennis Enser, Marlen Enser, Lowell Volkert, Steve Volkert, Brent Volkert and Randy Demulling. Honorary pallbearers were Jerry Wettig, Walt Schommer, John Hofland and Arlen Luehmann.
Arrangements were with Beebe Mortuary of New Richmond.
(New Richmond News - Thursday, April 17, 2008)
(Amery Free Press - Tuesday, April 15, 2008)
