Service Details
VISITATION
Friday, November 20, 2020 – 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (MASKS REQUIRED)
SERVICE
Father Howard Haase will honor Ron with a private family funeral service on Saturday November 21, 2020 with internment to follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. You may witness the live service by going to Ron’s obituary on the funeral home website and clicking this link https://youtu.be/H20XPIJbh_M at 10:00 a.m.
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Racine – Ronald Lee Bursek was called to his eternal rest on November 4th, 2020 at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha, WI.
Ron was born in Manitowoc, WI on February 7, 1946, son of the late William and Eleanor (nee: Fischer) Bursek. It was there that he met and married the love of his life, Carol Ann Fandrick on August 17, 1968.
Ron was a proud alumnus of UW-Madison, earning his degree in the School of Engineering. He continued to pursue his education, earning his master’s degree in engineering from MSOE after starting his family and while working full-time.
Ron was an accomplished man, both personally and professionally. He worked as an engineer for the Allen Bradley Corporation and Wisconsin Natural Gas Co. Ron became the Union Grove Village Administrator, then the Public Works Director for the city of Kenosha, where he retired from in 2011. Ron did not retire from his dedication to serve his community as an active member of the Kiwanis Club, volunteering his time organizing many fund-raising events for his city and church.
Always hard-working, Ron was also able to achieve many personal goals. An avid runner, Ron proudly completed the 101st Boston Marathon. His sense of adventure took him to all 50 United States as well as many international destinations. His most treasured trip was being able to have his beautiful wife Carol and himself treat his children and their families to Walt Disney World and a Disney Cruise. It was the trip of a lifetime for them all. Ron also loved playing golf with his son. On June 26, 2017, at the sixth hole of Bristol Oaks Country Club, he very proudly scored a hole in one.
Ron also enjoyed playing cards with his friends, gardening and cooking his signature meals for his family as they cheered on his Badgers and his storied Green Bay Packers.
Affectionately known as “Poppy” to many he was a consummate family man and a pillar of strength to his family.
Ron will be dearly missed by his wife Carol, their children Brenda (Jim) Krekling, Rebecca L. Bursek (“Bubba”), Daniel (Karen) Bursek, grandchildren Veronica Leigh, Julia “L.J.” Rebecca Krekling, Briget Helena and Bethany Danielle Bursek. The four of whom put an extra twinkle in Poppy’s eyes. Siblings Donna Scherer, Jim (Sandy) Bursek, in-laws Nancy Fandrick, Ron (Shirley) Fandrick and Gary (Sarah) Fandrick, lifelong friends Joe and Sandi Neuser, Dave and Marsha Boeder, Bob and Sue Braunel along with many more dear relatives and friends. In addition to his parents Ron was preceded in death by siblings Jerry (Mary) Bursek, Donnie Bursek, JoAnne (Ward) VanWagoner, brother in-law Bob Scherer, Carols parents Arnold and Julia Fandrick and nephews Adam Celmer and Greg Bursek.
Public visitation will be held Friday November 20th, 2020 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. Father Howard Haase will honor Ron with a private family funeral service on Saturday November 21st, 2020 with internment to follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. You may witness the live service by going to Ron’s obituary on the funeral home website and clicking this link https://youtu.be/H20XPIJbh_M at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers memorials may be given in Ron’s name to the family to establish a scholarship for female engineering candidates at UW-Madison.
The family wishes to thank the staff at Aurora for the compassionate care that Ron received and Father Howard Haase for his unwavering support to the family in our time of need.
Jerry (Toby) Schermetzler says
Carol and family, it was indeed my pleasure to have known Ron. I truly enjoyed our card games and judging by Ron’s laughter and the fact he usually took my money, he enjoyed our games as well. May God hold Ron in the palm of his hand and grant him eternal peace. ..amen.
Pam sinclair says
Brenda and family…… again scot and I are so sorry with the loss of you dad. Our thought and prayers as you have to continue trying to go through this terrible time. If we can help in any way pls reach out to me.
Love Pam and Scot Sinclair
Barb says
Becky: we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We didn’t know him but to have you as a daughter he must have been a great dad and father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love Barb and Dick Meteyard
Rob Clark says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time. Please take comfort in knowing he is always in your hearts.
Rob Clark and Family
Christine Christensen says
Dear Family, it is with tears in my eyes and a very sad heart that I am expressing my deepest sympathy to all of you. Ron was a great person in all aspects of his life. RIP.
Bob & Marleen Frohlich says
Ron and I both worked at Wisconsin Natural Gas Company. I always admired his enthusiasm and dedication to excellence. We played in the company golf league for years, and Ron was a fierce competitor, but he always had an encouraging word for me, a considerably less gifted athlete. May the God of all comfort bring peace and hope to the family and to all those who loved Ron.
Anonymous says
Rebecca, My deepest thoughts go out to you and your family. I hope you will soon find comfort in all the memories you have of your Dad.
Mary Goltz
Mary Goltz says
Rebecca, My deepest thoughts go out to you and your family. I hope you find comfort soon with the memories you have of your Dad.
Love Mary (BOB_
The Tracy Family says
Brenda, Your dad was awesome just like you!! Our prayers go out you and your family.
The Tracy Family.
Britt Brill and family says
I never had the pleasure of meeting Poppy, but I am absolutely blessed to know Brenda, and in knowing her, I know that he was a wonderful man. I am sorry for your loss. I pray that you feel God’s arms wrapped around you, bringing you a peace that passes all understanding, during this difficult time. Surround yourselves in the memories you hold dearly and continue to make memories that will have Poppy smiling and laughing as he watches from above! God’s blessings!
Psalm 34:18 — The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
Anonymous says
Dear Brenda, Veronique, J, and Family, Whenever I saw him, he always had a smile on his face… probably because it was always “Go Bucky, Go Pack Go!, Love your family!” We clearly had a lot in common. His passion for all the wonderful things in life will live on through his children and grandchildren. My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. Arms ’round. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Julia/Madame
Sheri says
Becky and family,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May you always find comfort in the memories of good times spent together.❤️
Jeanie Eyman says
Becky you and your family are in my prayers. So sorry for the loss of your dad.
mike maurer says
Mike Maurer sends his deepest condolences to Carol and family .Fondest memories of hundreds of sheepshead games in Ron’s parents basement. Always welcoming, always that smile.
Joe and Ruth Mandala says
Carol and family, sending sincere condolences at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that Ron is enjoying the reward of a life well lived.
Sue Herde Smith says
My sincere sympathy for your loss. I worked with Ron for several years at the City of Kenosha. He was a very kind, considerate, and friendly person. We always had nice little chats in the 3rd floor hallway where we both worked. We also golfed on the city golf league together. He also knew my dad when he worked for the Street Department many years ago.
I know Ron touched many, many lives throughout his lifetime because of his kind nature and his contagious smile. He will be missed.
Victor Moreno says
I remember Ron from racquetball back in the eighties. He was always a competitor. It was a good time. We used to play tournaments. He was always a righteous person.
George Stoner says
A great friend and golf partner. I was there for the hole and one. R.I.P. I will miss you.
Nancy Dyke says
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your faith give you peace and your memories bring you joy.
Love,
Nancy Dyke
St. Lucy’s Teacher
Pedro Beascochea Jr says
Our condolences to the Bursek family.
From the Beascochea family!
Anonymous says
Carol, I was always proud to call you and Ron friends, Today while watching the service for Ron I witnessed something friends do not know about our friends. Brenda, Rebecca and Dan statements about their father were wonderful and heart warming. Now I am even prouder to have been a FRIEND of Ron and family. Bob & Susie Braunel
Tim & Jeanne Crawford says
Carol and family, Tim and I watched Ron’s service online and thought it was so spot on describing the great guy that we have known for so many years. It was wonderful that the three children were able to give a beautiful eulogy for their dad. They did a wonderful job. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in the days ahead, knowing Ron is in heaven looking down on all of you.
Linda Kramer says
Dear Carol and Family,. Thank-you so very much for sharing Ron’s farewell service via live stream, it was a wonderful tribute to him. Brenda, Rebecca and Dan delivered a beautiful eulogy, it was so heartfelt and touching. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Larry and Lana Bublitz says
Our deepest condolences to you Carol and your family. We got the news from a dear friend Keith Naeve that use to work with Ron. 3 years ago we moved our summer home to Colorado where our family is and we are here at our winter home in Arizona. We will always remember the fun times we had at our co-owner lake cottage at Eagle Lake when we were putting in or taking out the pier etc. Ron had such an infectious smile. We were able to watch the ceremony and had a smile for Ron as they played ON WISCONSIN as fellow Badger alumni. May your faith give you peace and your memories bring you joy.
Tom & Debbie Casper says
Our sincere condolences to the Bursek family. My wife and I worked with Ron @ WNG Co. for years. He always had a smile on his face and was always so encouraging . I was also in the golf league with Ron and he helped me make a few adjustments to my game. Ron was one of the good guys and will be sadly missed. The world was a better place with Ron in it for sure.
Godspeed,