Service Details
A Memorial Service to celebrate Phil & Nadine’s wonderful life together will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 12:00 noon. A reception will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. Private burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research of Wisconsin or to the Racine County HOG Chapter #4095 have been suggested.
Caledonia – Phillip J. Burmeister, age 65, and his beloved wife, Nadine Burmeister, age 62; passed away together as the result of their motorcycle vs. automobile accident in Yorkville on Friday afternoon, May 25, 2018. Always together, they were doing what they enjoyed most – taking a ride on their Harley-Davidson on a beautiful sunny afternoon on their way out to Burlington’s Chocolate Fest.
As lifetime residents, Phillip was born in Racine on October 6, 1952 to the late Glenn and Evelyn (nee: Rosendall) Burmeister and Nadine was born on October 7, 1955 to the late Clifford and Maxine (nee: Pranke) Thordson. Phillip graduated from Washington Park High School in in 1969 and Nadine graduated from JI Case High School in 1973. They were united in marriage on October 6, 1984.
Phil was employed as a lead machinist at Styberg Engineering for over 43 years – retiring in 2015. Nadine was currently employed by Rexnord for the past seven years as an export coordinator. Previously, she worked for Bosch for 33 years.
Phil and Nadine are members of Racine County Harley Owners Group (H.O.G.) Chapter #4095 and of Fifth Street Yacht Club. Among their interests, they enjoyed participating in local & out-of-state car shows, swap meets, cruising their hot rods and Harley, socializing with their extensive circle of friends, and stopping in at The Bunker in Waterford. Above all, they loved spending time together – especially when with their adored daughter, Caitlyn.
Surviving is their loving daughter, Caitlyn (fiancé, Ryan Neu) Burmeister; Nadine’s brothers, Bruce, Alan & Nordman Thordson; Phil’s brothers, Robert, Greg (Amy) & Deacon Danny (Annette) Burmeister; sisters-in-law, Helene and Karen Burmeister; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends – too numerous to mention all by name. In addition to their parents, they were preceded in death by Phil’s brothers, Dale and Gene Burmeister.
A Memorial Service to celebrate Phil & Nadine’s wonderful life together will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 12:00 noon with Deacon Dan Burmeister officiating. A reception will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 am – 12:00 noon. Private burial will take place at a later date. Memorials to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Foundation, Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Research of Wisconsin or to the Racine County HOG Chapter #4095 have been suggested.
A special note of thanks to the first responders and bystanders for the care and comfort given to my Mom & Dad at the scene of the accident…..and to all our family & friends for the outpouring of love and support given to us at this most difficult time. Love, Caitlyn & Ryan
Deborah Coca says
Dear Pam and family, Our deepest sympathies go out to your whole family. Such a tragic loss! Rudy and Debbie Coca
Kellyzamitalo@gmail.com says
Forever free in the wind!
Prayers going out to the family, may God keep them strong through their difficult times.
Sue Schacht says
Rest In Peace with our Lord.
Tim and Lori Loew says
So sad to hear ! My husband worked with him years ago and said he was a great guy…. We both send condolences to Caityln and the other family members..
Anonymous says
There are no words.. we are so sorry for this and pray you all can find peace.
Sarah Andersen says
Shocked and saddened at the news of your parents. Your mom was on my horseshoe team many years ago. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie and Dennis Malone says
Caitlyn,
So very sorry about your Mom and Dads tragic accident. Nadine and I worked together at Bosch for thirty years. We would see your Mom and Dad at car shows. Your Mom always did a great job putting together our 15+ banquets. Again we are just so sorry.
God bless
Jackie and Dennis Malone
Brad & Linda Rasmussen says
Phil and Nadine were such wonderful couple, they will be deeply missed by all who knew them.
Oscar says
So sorry for ur loss😞 i knew Phil for over 20yrs. he taught me alot about machining and about life! i would see Nadine as well, at company picnics, Hammered Brass shows…great gal. Her n ur dad were perfect togethr. i miss them. peace be with u and ur family
Mary Jacobson says
Caitlyn,
I’m so sorry that you lost your Mom and Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you.
Sandy Sorensen 3400 Kentucky Street Racine WI 53405 foxrunt@yahoo.com says
So sorry for your loss . I worked with your Mom for 25yrs at Bosch. She was a great person to know and work with. Sorry I couldn’t get to see your family as recent surgery prohibits travel at this time. Sending prayers, love, hugs and kisses.
Lorie (Pokrant) Giese says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Phil was a good friend of my brother Rick’s until he passed in 1995. Every time I would see Phil he would always stop with a hug and a smile to chat and reminisce. I’m sure him and my brother are kicking back now chatting and sharing the memories. I’ll miss running into him.Rest in Peace Phil and Nadine you will both be missed.