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Donald Earl "Don" Getzen
May 15, 1928 ~ July 8, 2017 (age 89) 89 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Bette McAvoy
July 20, 2017 11:40 AM
I am so sorry to hear of Don's passing. He was such a character with a vibrant and caring personality. I always enjoyed seeing him and talking with him. His kind spirit will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to Jackie and the family.
Bette McAvoy
Bette McAvoy
Message from Kelly and Greg Licht
July 17, 2017 4:20 PM
Don was a great friend and neighbor . He always had fun stories to tell . They definitely left us with a smile on our faces . We will miss him . Rest In Peace Don . Our sincere sympathy to Jackie and family .
Message from Marty Erickson
July 17, 2017 2:55 PM
I just learned about Don's passing one hour ago from Brian Bowman, and wanted to leave my heartfelt sympathies to you Jackie and the whole family. Of the family members I knew Don and Dan the best because of my long relationship with the Getzen family at DEG Music. Don and I also had the U.S. Navy in common. I will remember his generous smile and fun-loving, caring attitude. One Christmas, I received a mysterious box from Don and had no idea what it could be.
It was soon after he was working with Kelly Mouthpieces and he had sent me a box of one dozen chocolate tuba mouthpieces!!! I loved his sense of humor and
his love of people and family. Don was an important figure for me and someone who will be always close in my thoughts. His contributions to our music field are and will continue to be........legendary and REAL! Hold each other close and as you work through this difficult time, I can promise smiles to replace the tears. All the very best to family and friends...............Don's people!!
It was soon after he was working with Kelly Mouthpieces and he had sent me a box of one dozen chocolate tuba mouthpieces!!! I loved his sense of humor and
his love of people and family. Don was an important figure for me and someone who will be always close in my thoughts. His contributions to our music field are and will continue to be........legendary and REAL! Hold each other close and as you work through this difficult time, I can promise smiles to replace the tears. All the very best to family and friends...............Don's people!!
Message from Molly Conrad
July 14, 2017 2:31 PM
Tracey, I'm very sorry to hear of your father's passing. He sounds as though he was a fascinating, creative man. My thoughts are with you.
Message from Dale Wolf
July 14, 2017 11:10 AM
Dear Jackie and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss.
A candle was lit by Steve & Lynne Durkin
on July 12, 2017 7:34 PM
Message from Jim Neist
July 12, 2017 1:45 PM
I was deeply saddened by the news of Don's passing. He was one of my dearest friends in the music industry, our friendship spanning forty years. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you Jackie, Dan and the rest of your family.
Message from The Springer's
July 12, 2017 11:54 AM
Our condolences. A real celebrity in his own right. Only Don could have arranged for Doc Severinsen to lead the Lake Geneva Manor Association kid/pet parade down Lake View Dr. to the association park….but he did it!
Message from Ines and David
July 12, 2017 8:40 AM
Our deepest sympathy to you Jackie. Don will be missed by many We will always remember him for all the jokes he told the Spring family. Dave loved visiting with him. Love to you
Message from Dave Barker
July 11, 2017 10:32 PM
Dan (and family),
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great man and was always so kind to me. Peace to you during this difficult time.
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He was a great man and was always so kind to me. Peace to you during this difficult time.
A candle was lit by Magy Kellogg and Family - Dan you are in our hearts & prayer
on July 11, 2017 8:49 PM
Message from Lynne and Steve Durkin
July 11, 2017 6:30 PM
Our hearts go out to you Jackie, Dan and the entire Getzen family. Don was such a wonderful person. Rest In Peace our dear friend, we will miss you greatly. Our hearts are with you all and our deepest sympathies.
Message from John Biester, Band Director, Janesville Parker
July 11, 2017 1:39 PM
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Don Getzen. I still have the Marzan tuba he sold to me in 1972. He also was most helpful when I came in to purchase a soft case for it several years later. I know he was amazingly supportive of school music and bands. He was always full of help when ever I happened in to the DEG facility. I know he will be missed by many whom he helped. He will also never know how many he helped indirectly as well. Rest in peace...
Message from Raymond (Bud) Miller
July 11, 2017 9:25 AM
Goodbye to an old friend. May you rest in peace. Bud and loie. Miller
Message from Raymond (Bud) Miller
July 11, 2017 8:56 AM
Goodbye to an old friend. May you rest in peace. Bud and loie
Message from The Unti Family in Wyoming
July 11, 2017 7:59 AM
Dan, So sad to hear the News of your Dad's passing. He will be missed by many and he was and always will be remembered as a Great and Generous Man! Very lucky to have known a man such as himself. Hearts are broken and thinking of you and your family through these tough times.
A candle was lit by Paul Unti and Family
on July 11, 2017 7:51 AM
A candle was lit by Liz Miller
on July 10, 2017 9:10 PM
Message from Marianne Goodfellw
July 10, 2017 8:20 PM
It was always great to see Don at Popeye's and everywhere around town. He was always so Funny and kind and he will be missed. Prayers to Jackie, Tracy and Danny.
Message from Robin
July 10, 2017 6:02 PM
Dan & all the family I am sorry for your loss! Keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers! Hugs!
Message from Ken and Angie Johnson and Family
July 10, 2017 3:27 PM
Dear Dan and the entire Getzen Family,
Our condolences and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Wishing you blessings of Peace and the ability to cherish and celebrate the great life of your Dad and the memories you created together. Lake Geneva area is a great place for families to live and grow and we owe a huge thanks to "Pa Getz" for all his contributions and for us all having the Getzen family as our friends and a part of our lives.
God Bless - Ken, Angie, Nicole, Alex, Ryan and Jeni Johnson
Our condolences and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Wishing you blessings of Peace and the ability to cherish and celebrate the great life of your Dad and the memories you created together. Lake Geneva area is a great place for families to live and grow and we owe a huge thanks to "Pa Getz" for all his contributions and for us all having the Getzen family as our friends and a part of our lives.
God Bless - Ken, Angie, Nicole, Alex, Ryan and Jeni Johnson
Message from Judy and John Nail
July 10, 2017 2:57 PM
So sorry for your loss. Judy and I both loved Don and he will be missed by all. Our hearts go out to you. Love from us both.
Message from Ron Gall
July 10, 2017 1:52 PM
Dan and family my sincere condolences for your loss. I'll always remember your Dad dressing up as Santa and coming over to Franks house on Christmas Eve. He was a great man RIP
A candle was lit by Ron Gall
on July 10, 2017 1:48 PM
A candle was lit by Jerry and Samantha Polek
on July 10, 2017 12:48 PM
A candle was lit by Jim and Marilynn Dyer
on July 10, 2017 10:11 AM
A candle was lit by Linda Getzen
on July 9, 2017 6:30 PM
Message from Nancy and Vern Stephan
July 9, 2017 4:56 PM
Jackie, Dan and Tracy, Don was a bright light in everyone's lives he touched. We are all going to miss him. We know you have wonderful memories to think of.
Our sincere sympathy for the family.
Our sincere sympathy for the family.
A candle was lit by Brenton, Dolleen
on July 9, 2017 3:07 PM
Message from Dee and Jim Tuschall
July 9, 2017 9:44 AM
Don, you were a great inspiration to so many and you will be missed by all of us. After meeting you for the first time, Jim and I knew that we made the right choice when choosing to buy a home in the Manor. We will always cherish the times we spent with you and Jackie. Thank you for all the humorous and wonderful memories. You have no idea how much your friendship meant to both of us. I wish I had told you that but at least I feel that you know it now.
A candle was lit by Ray and Sherri Ames
on July 8, 2017 9:11 PM
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