Racine–Arthur William Uhlir, age 85, peacefully departed this life on Sunday, July 28, 2013 at Hospice Alliance Inc. – Hospice House surrounded by his loving family.
Arthur was born in Racine, WI, on August 26, 1927 to Arthur Oscar and Margaret (Nee: Sommers) Uhlir. Arthur was united in marriage to the late former Carol Jean Mischke in 1948. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church until his health prevented.
Arthur had a strong work ethic and retired from Dumore Corp after more than forty three years of employment. He participated in organizations like; the Beacons on Hope and Ducks Unlimited. Having an outgoing personality and love for people, he also worked faithfully for many years with Toys for Tots where he was known for his countless hours of hard work he put into the wagons, he even got a chance to play Santa Claus one year. Arthur also was an avid fisherman and hunter of water fowl, most of the time it was on Lake Michigan, he was the captain of his boat and his crew consisted of several generations of his family. He participated for many years in Salmon-A-Rama. He loved his family and treasured every moment he spent with them. He was playful, had a great sense of humor, generous and kind hearted. Arthur will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved him.
Left to cherish precious memories of Arthur, his sons; Michael (Virginia) Uhlir of Racine, WI and Wesley (Cynthia) Uhlir of Madison, WI, grandchildren; Jeffrey (Danielle) Uhlir of Manitowoc, WI, Cheryl (James) Westfall of Racine, WI, Christopher Uhlir of Madison, WI and Sara (Dr. Darrin) Fahrney of Singapore, great-grandchildren; Merric, Harris and Alaina Uhlir of Manitowoc, WI, Margaret, Mary and John Westfall of Racine, WI, Brandon ( Alyssa) Uhlir, Elissa Uhlir, and Jakob Uhlir all of Madison, WI, Sydney Pearl and Mackenzie Margaret Fahrney both of Singamore; great- great-grandchild; Kaylen Uhlir of Madison, WI, sister, Kathleen Fechner and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife; his parents and a special friend Martha Bohm.
A Celebration of his life will be held in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Friday, August 2, 2013, at 12:00 Noon. Viewing will be at the funeral home on Friday from 10am until the time of service. The family has requested that donations be made to Tex Reynolds Toys for Tots in Arthur’s name. Donations can be made at the Toys for Tots Workshop in the basement of the City Hall Annex, 800 Center St., or at any of the drop-off sites listed on line at: http://www.texreyoldstoysfortots.com or call (262)633-1379.
Michael Nelson says
Michael, Wes, and all of the entended family of Art.
I was heartbroken to see Art Jr. had passed. Words are often used to comfort, and In Art’s case It Is not different. He enjoyed life, and gave of himself for others all the way to the end. What more could you ask of a gentle man? Yes, he will be missed, but imagine he Is now back with your beautiful mother forever. He gave his all, and now he Is home forever. Bless all of you.
Michael Nelson