Donald E. Wagner of Hartford passed away Monday, Dec. 6, 2004 at Aurora Medical Center of Hartford at the age of 76 years.

Donald was born on Dec. 2, 1928 to the late William and Meta (nee Bohn) Wagner in the town of Polk, where he was also raised on the family homestead, and lived until five years ago. He was a dedicated dairy farmer for 25 years, and also worked at Menasha Corp of Hartford for 13 years. Donald’s favorite pastimes were fishing and dancing. He and the love of his life, Caroline, would dance for hours on end. He served with the US Army from 1953 until 1955, during the Korean Conflict. Donald was a member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church of Slinger and the Catholic Order of Forresters.

Donald is survived by his loving wife, and best friend, Caroline R ."Carol" (nee Pivonka) Wagner of Hartford; two dear daughters, Barbara Wagner of Manassas, Va. and Judy Wagner of Hartford; one brother, George (Agnes) Wagner of the town of Hartford; his special canine companion, "Betsy"; and his niece, Linda Wagner of Albuquerque, N.M. He is further survived by sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends.

Donald was preceded in death by his parents, William and Meta (nee Bohn) Wagner.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in honor of Donald on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2004 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church (202 E. Washington St., Slinger) at 6 p.m., with Father Richard J. Stoffel officiating. The hours of visitation with the family will be on Thursday, Dec. 9, 2004 from 4 p.m. until the time of the Mass at 6 p.m.

A private interment of ashes will take place at St. Peter’s Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials are appreciated to the family in lieu of flowers.

The Phillip Funeral Home of West Bend is assisting the family.