Graeven, Dale R. Passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, age 77 years. Beloved husband for 56 years of Gloria (nee Borzymowski). Dear father of Dale A. (Sondra) Graeven, Donna (Richard) Hecht and Bonnie (John) Hoppe. Loving grandfather of Stephanie (Patrick) Mason, Michele and Douglas Hecht, Brian, Marie and Kevin Hoppe and Paul Graeven. Brother-in-law of Jerome (Marilyn) Borzymowski and Linda Majchrzak. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other family and many friends.
Visitation at the Funeral Home Sunday, February 16th 1:00-4:00 P.M. Masonic Services at 4:00 P.M. under the auspices of Damascus Lodge No. 290 F&AM followed by Christian Services. Interment Monday, 12 Noon at Arlington Park Cemetery 4001 So. 27th Street (please meet inside 27th Street gate).
Dale retired as an Engineer from MPS, was a Past Master of Damascus Lodge, a member of Wisconsin Scottish Rite Bodies, Tripoli Shrine, Director Emeritus of the Tripoli Photo Corps, Past President of Lakeshore Shrine Club, Longriders and Hillbilly Clan No.50. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Shrine Hospitals for Children or a charity of your choice appreciated. Special thanks to the Milwaukee Fire Department- Engine No. 7 for their compassionate care and concern. Prasser-Kleczka Bay View Chapel 3275 S. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322