Dolores Brunkow
March 20, 1925 - July 19, 2017
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Dolores L. (Olson) Brunkow, age 92 of Darlington, WI passed away Wednesday, July 19, 2017 at Lafayette Manor in Darlington. She was born March 20, 1925 the daughter of Gilman and Emma (Anderson) Olson. Dolores graduated from Darlington High School in 1942. She was united in marriage to Robert C. Brunkow on October 1, 1943 in Dubuque, IA. Dolores lived in the Darlington area her entire life where she farmed with her husband in Fayette Township. She was the director of Dietary Service at Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County, Mineral Point Care Center, and Lancaster Care Center until retiring in 1994. Following her retirement, she worked part-time at Hardees in Darlington and later at Dick's Supermarket. Dolores is survived by her three children: Susan (Randy) Windle of Circle Pines, MN, Jane Brunkow of Belmont, WI, and R.J. Brunkow of Darlington; six grandchildren: Tasha (Pat Boyle) Gallagher, Brooke (Mark) Arntzen, Robyn (Geoff Griep) Osterhues, Adam Blaser, Bo Brunkow, and Tyler Brunkow; six great-grandchildren; and one very special sister: Helen Brunkow of rural Darlington. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Bob on May 31, 1995; three children: Terry Brunkow, Linda Blaser, and Barbara Brunkow; one granddaughter: Dulcey Blaser; and three brothers. Dolores was a charter member of Grace Lutheran Church and very active in its Women of the ELCA, She taught Sunday School for 45 years, was Sunday School Superintendent and served on the church council. She was also a charter member of Lafayette Manor Auxiliary and was a proud member of Lafayette County Historical Society and Bates-O'Brien-Howe-Wiegel-Roelli American Legion Auxiliary of Darlington. Dolores was very well liked and was known as Grandma "Do" to many children in the community. She adored all animals and loved to make her fried donuts for her family and friends. She cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren's athletic and interscholastic events. Dolores will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. A funeral service will be held Sunday, July 23, 2017 at 3:00 P.M.at Grace Lutheran Church (1302 Clay Street, Darlington) with Rev. Craig Simenson officiating. Burial will be held in Union Grove Cemetery. A visitation will be held on Sunday, July 23, 2017 from 1:00 P.M. until the time of services at Grace Lutheran Church. The Erickson Funeral Home in Darlington is serving the family. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.ericksonfuneralhome.com. For those who prefer, a memorial fund has been established in Dolores's name.
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Lori Neumann
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Delores was a wonderful woman and fun to work with. She made life easier for many people.
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Laura Gross
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What fond memories I have of your mom when growing up in the Fayette area. Great times were spent at your parents house with Terry and Linda and my cousin Jo White. We loved to play ball together and do whatever else we could think of. I remember when it was time for your parents to drive us to 4-H ball games in Darlington. They had purchased a station wagon which was something really great in our time of growing up and we would all get in the back to go play ball. I had a great visit with her while she was at Sienna Crest and she was so proud of the family tree that she had hanging up. Rest in peace my friend. Laura Gross (Toots)
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Karen Hauser
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Tasha and family, We are truly sorry to hear about your Grandmother. Please know that you and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Karen, Greg and Taylor Hauser
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Gail White Roberts
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Sorry to hear of your loss. Delores was a wonderful friend to my mother Ila White and very loving and supportive of all us kids when we were small. She was part of our lives for as long as I can remember. When she worked in Dick's it was the highlight of my visit to Darlington to see Delores and have a chat.
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Marion Howard
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I came to know Delores best through her work with the LaFayette County Historical Society and we came to be good friends. She loved history and was very active in the Society as long as she was able. Please accept my sincere sympathy on her passing. She was a great lady. Marion Howard
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Rhonda Wonders
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Dear Brunkows, My deepest sympathy on your loss of Dolores. I enjoyed our visits when she worked at the hospital, such a great cook. I use many of her recipes. She was a fun lady. In Sympathy, Rhonda Wonders