George F. Pflueger, 74, of Kenosha, passed away Tuesday, December 27th, 2005, at his residence. Born December 20, 1931, in Cleveland, OH, he was the son of the late George F. and Ursula (Petersen) Pflueger. He has lived in Kenosha since 1955. He was in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He entered the service on July 14, 1950, and was honorably discharged May 13, 1954. He served on the USS Prairie, USS Curtiss AV-4 Ship Group and the USS Kenneth Whiting, and received the National Defense Service Medal, Good conduct Medal, Korean Service Medal with three stars and the Navy Occupation Medal. On June 14, 1974, he married Rose (Sue) Winker-Hufschmid in Kenosha. George was a Policeman Patrolman, a Motorcycle Policeman, and then became a Juvenile Detective. He then became head of the first Juvenile Gang Unit in Kenosha and retired in 1989 after serving 31 years. He was a member of the V.F.W. Junker Ball Post #1865, Kenosha Professional Police Association, and the Wisconsin Bowling Congress Hall of Fame. He was Kenosha's first left handed bowler to be entered in the Kenosha Hall of Fame. He coached St. Mark's Golds football team and Pony League baseball teams, and was a referee for football, baseball and softball. He was a Jr. Bowling Coach at Guttormson's. He was a die-hard fan of the Notre Dame Football Team, John Wayne, and Dale Earnhardt and had a Dale Earnhardt replica car. George greatly loved animals. Surviving are his wife Rose (Sue) of Kenosha; a son, George F. (Terry) Pflueger III of Kenosha; a daughter, Cheryl (Steve) Swiatko of Kenosha; two step-sons, Mark (Margaret) Hufschmid of Austin, TX, and James (Lisa) Hufschmid of Cedar Creek, TX; a brother, Michael Pflueger of West Virginia; two sisters, Florence Horstman of Malibu, CA, and Mary Lou (Robert) Wesman of Livonia, MI; eight grandchildren, Jodi Kimpel, LeAnn VanBoven, Robert Swiatko, Michael, Michelle and Jessica Hufschmid, and Kelsey and Zachary Swiatko; two great grandchildren, Tyler VanBoven and Jayden Kimpel; and his special niece, Noreen Wilson. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 31st, at 10:00 am at Proko Funeral Home. Entombment to follow at All Saints Mausoleum with full military honors. Visitation will be held on Friday from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Proko Funeral Home.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Pat Kalberg
Sue & Family, I have only worked with George for a few months,but he was one heck of a guy. I guess what I loved most about him was our common interest in Dale Earnhardt. & Nascar. He truly was a giant fan as well as myself. Also the way when he called on the phone or came into the office he had one heck of a smile & always called me Patty. There was always a kind of mischievious sound to his voice, like what are you up to now George. I will miss him terribly As I know all of you will. But God decided that he needed him more that we did so in that we must all rejoice. Sue it was wonderful meeting you at the Christmas luncheom at the office. My Sincere CondoloncesPat Kalberg (Receptionist At ZMD Attorneys)
Renata Bisciglia
Dear Sue: I send my deepest sympathy to you. During the three months that I worked with George, he brought many smiles to my face. He was always cheerful and full of energy. I will miss his smiling face. Renata
HILDA TORRES - REYES
George was a great man. I was fortunate enough to have met him ,laughed with him and been touched by his kindness. He will be missed. Our Sympathy and condolences goes out to his family.Sincerely Hilda Torres Reyes and Family
Robbe and Bill Smith
Sue We just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you and your family.Robbe & Bill SmithTomahawk, Wisconsin
Annie Sue / Rik Chromcik
Our deepest sympathy to the family, may the many memories you have, help you through your sorrow.
Pam Drummond
Dear Sue, I was deeply saddened to learn of George's passing. He was a great guy. I enjoyed working with him and knowing him. He was a very friendly and likeable person. He will be missed by all who knew him.My thoughts are with you and your family. My condolences, Pam Drummond
Diane Swanson
Sue & Family,Just want you to know my thoughts & prayers are with you all. I have known George for years, first at Bristol Oaks & then the law offices. He always made me laugh & I will miss him sitting in my office chit-chatting with me. We had many fun times when he rangered at Bristol Oaks, I could always count on him! We also enjoyed a "few" rounds of golf together. I will keep these memories dear & know they will always bring a smile to my face.Diane Swanson
Robert L Kollmann
Our heartfelt condolences from the BOWL A MATICS league.George will be missed as a team mate and a long time friend.. God rest his soul.. Bob Kollmann, Secretary
Kathy Cline
My condolences to the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
mike hopkins
......SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS.......MIKE HOPKINS.............SAN ANTONIO, TX
J. Clifton Gomes, Clif. President, USS Curtiss Association
Rose Pfluege and family: On behalf of the USS Curtiss AV-4 Association I wish to convey our deepest regrets upon learning of George's passing. He will be sorely missed by his former Curtiss shipmates as well as others who knew him. Most sincerely Clif.
thomas hartl
My condolences to the family. I played softball with George way back in the mid 60's and always enjoyed being around him. He was always upbeat, and in a jovial mood. Just a solid citizen, I'm sure he was a good police officer. Though I moved from Kenosha in 1970, I never forget the good people I met there.Sincerely,Tom Hartl 6 constituionvernon hills, Il. 60061
Ulrich & Janet Thrams
Ole and I would like to express our condolences to you and your family.Sorry to hear about George passing away. He will be highly missed by his friends, children and grandchildren.Sue take care.Ole and Jan
Jodi
January 21, 2013
Papa George, you are missed everyday<3 i love you and think about you all the time!