George Herfel

George Herfel

April 05, 1940 - April 03, 2023

Obituary

Madison –

George Albert “Al” Herfel, age 82, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2023, at his home. He was born on April 5, 1940, in Sprague, West Virginia, the son of Ralph and Lucille (Wickline) Herfel. He grew up in the Madison area, before moving to Lyndon Station, where he lived for nearly 35 years. Al retired from Sysco Foods 20 years ago, where he worked as a service manager. After retirement, Al enjoyed restoring cars, birdwatching, being out in nature, tinkering to turn trash into treasure and bowling. He also cherished time spent with family and friends, especially his grandchildren.

Al is survived by his children: Rick (Tina) Bloom, Pat (Kandy) Bloom, Dan (Letha King) Herfel, Jim (Deb Olson) Herfel, Edie (Eric Carter) Herfel and Tim Bloom; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; loving companion, Virginia Janney and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his 1st wife, Carol Holler; His 2nd wife, Elizabeth “Betty” Herfel and his 3 siblings.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday April 15th 12:00 – 3:00pm at Park Glen Commons 201 N. Walbridge Ave.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The River Food Pantry, 2201 Darwin Road, Madison, WI 53704.

To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

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Bill and Janet Wendtland (Sis)
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My deepest sympathy. Lots of memories of you with Dad working on your cars, going to the races & camping up north. I will miss you. Hugs & Love to your family. Sis & BJ
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Mike Gatzke
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My deepest sympathy to all his family.He was a great friend. the three amigo's will be back together again Al-Bob and Rich.Never will forget him. Mike & Diane Gatzke
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Gayelynn Plaster
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I've known Al since I was a teenager. He was the kindest, funniest guy. I never heard harsh word or saw him angry. Always smiling and willing to help anyone. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Happy fishing and hunting in heaven.
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Virginia Lewis
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I will miss our phone calls reminiscing about our friendship that began so many years ago.
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Betty Capadona
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Deepest sympathy to his family. Al is my nephew. Lots of memories and fun times over the years. God bless his family. Betty (Wickline) Capadona
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Sandy Herfel Rabska
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You will be missed Al.....my condolences to your children. Sandy Herfel Rabska

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