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Donald J. Don Hesse

Donald J. Hesse (Don) of Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, found peaceful rest on August 25, 2021, at the age of 80, in the presence of the dawn of sunrise, and his loving German Shepherd, Mandy ( girlie girl), when her homestead turned 52, surrounded by things she found most entertaining.

Don was born in Milwaukee to John A. Hesse and Burnelle Huennekins Hesse; he was the eldest of three children. Earlier, his family moved to Lannon, where as a boy, he found living in the countryside, a strong work ethic, a passion for working with his hands, and an unsurprising ability to develop his visions. At age 10, his sweat equity on local farms allocated him enough lumber and supplies to build a pigeon cove shed, on his own accord, spot-on for dimension. At the age of 12, he found himself dedicated to raising, breeding and displaying all the standard and rare colors of French Mondain pigeons. Respected by fanciers all over the place, he was only 18 when he was selected to judge their shows.

After graduating from Menomonee Falls High School, he enlisted in the Navy, serving as an aircraft engine mechanic on the USS Enterprise; his last duty on duty and major command was with ATKRON Seventy Six, NAS Oceans, Virginia Beach, Virginia, followed by an honorable release on September 6, 1967. As a proud Navy veteran, he enjoyed sharing stories of his adventures.

Don went on to work toward the sheet metal worker trade, delivering a student 10,000 worked hours and completing 720 hours of related studies; he was recognized and received certification as a traveler on February 28, 1969. He became a prominent sheet metal worker by trade, honored for 56 years of continued good standing and service by the Sheet Metal Workers International Association , Local Union No. 18. He is credited for his critical thinking in the workplace, and exact construction of buildings and structures throughout the state, including many historical landmarks. His keen sense of direction during the journey is a testament to the number of years and places his goods took him.

Shortly after achieving his traveler certification, he purchased a 28-plus acre, which includes a 100-year-old farmhouse, barn and outdoor, outside Menomonee Falls, where he, his wife Chris (Charleston) and first daughter eventually four, moved out of their apartment in Milwaukee. His Jack-of-all-trades skill and stick-to-itiveness quickly transformed this property into a working farm, along with his lifelong passion for agriculture and horticulture. Seasonal harvests such as straw, and corn support the animals, while vegetable gardens and fruit trees support the family. Again, he found his love of birding. He and hundreds of others who shared this common often gathered in pigeons shows across the United States, where his birds are often ranked in the upper echelon. What was once a childhood hobby, which led to the improvement of pigeon breeding for himself and others who had an appreciation for the French Mondain. His self-taught knowledge of concerns, behaviors, and genetic clues established him as an educator and expert in the field; his birds and their blood lines are recognized as national champions, and are currently sought after by international enthusiasts. Don has been a member of the National Pigeon Association, National French Mondain Association, Midwest French Mondain Club, and Wisconsin French Mondain Association, for over 60 years.

Later it was allowed for him to single-handedly move his working farm to the recreational farm. In his late 70s he personally lived in his own home and replaced the entire roof in his four -story barn. Best spent time with his grandchildren, from infancy age, going to the State Fair and zoo, four wheeling, fishing on his property which he enjoyed as Grandpa Don. The social nature, with a healthy enjoyment of life, brought him retirement to the YMCA, and fellowship through morning coffee with fellow retirees at local establishments. Over time he has even transformed his homestead into a personal nature reserve that now boasts beautiful pines, a pond, and numerous self-built coops that still acknowledge his lifelong hobby of pigeons.

Even now he is reunited with his beloved mother, Nell, his father and his beloved sister Susie (John) Poweleit, his sister Kathy (Bob) Healy, Mia (Mohammed) Kandil, nephews and nephews mourned his passing. Her daughters Sandra Pollari (Dennis Pollari), Sharyn (Pete) Kalies, Cara Hesse (Brian Twieg) and Julie Kohler (and family), as well as their mother Chris, will be forever lost without his worldly knowledge, non-judgmental guidance, unwavering support, and deep eternal love. Her three granddaughters, Michaelah, Katlyn, Brianna, and two grandchildren, Marco and Christopher, are truly blessed that forever is her pride and joy.

Donald is like no one else, remaining quirky and steadfast in his faith, he continues to beat the odds that seem to be stacked against him … Tomorrow is a new day, he will always say. He was fiercely strong -hearted and free until his unexpected, very last breath. Her beauty, wit, humor, cleverness, intelligence, and generosity will be lost to all who know her. Upon his passing, he leaves a legacy of a love for his land, a love for nature and all of God’s creation, and an endless love for his family.

Please go to memories.net (search Donald Hesse) for information about the memorial festival planned for him, to share a few words about how you remember him, or even share a polite story about him! A family connection can be made by calling 262-313-7364 or by email via [email protected].

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