"Dear Cheryl, Natasha, Erik and families, I have fond memories of Uncle Dave from when I was little. Spending time in the summer with him and Aunt Katy in Madison and Mauston. Roxie, Judy and I had a lot of very good times. I am sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. "
In loving memory of
David Lee Roal
March 24, 1939 - July 3, 2013
Madison - David L. Roal, age 74, passed away on Wednesday, July 3, 2013, at his home in Madison. He was born March 24, 1939 in Owen, Wisconsin, the son of Herbert and Harriet (Taylor) Roal. He served in the military in the 1960's. In 1965 he graduated from the University of Wisconsin Madison with a Bachelor's Degree in Sales and Marketing. David enjoyed watching Packers and Badgers games, especially Badger Basketball. Classical and jazz music was his ultimate passion. He also liked reading political, society and civil rights publications.
David is survived by his daughters, Cheryl (John Dunn) Heckel and Natasha (Michael) Wiemiller; a son, Erik Roal; grandchildren, Ian Heckel, Tayler Roal, Tristan and Kaiden Wiemiller; a sister, Diane (Peter) Loniello; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends;
He was preceded in death by his parents, a granddaughter, Layla Heckel and a sister, Nancy Duesterbeck.
A celebration of life will be held at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3325 East Washington Avenue, Madison, on Sunday, July 14, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Sunday from 12:00 noon until the time of service.
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"Cheryl,
I am sorry for your great loss. I would have loved to have spent time with your father with you. I think I could have walked away with a greater appreciation of things in this life and learned a few things. Until you see him again, you have the dear memories to hang onto. "
"My Dad was my best friend. He taught me everything I know and everything I love. He loved people and just wanted the world to be happy. I'm going to miss him very much, but I know he's with my daughter Layla now, and that makes me happy. Love you Dad. "
"I am so saddened to hear of David's passing, I am glad I was able to see him at the funeral of Harriet and Nancy. David always made me laugh. I know he will be missed by his family and friends. "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply become part of us." - Helen Keller My family extends to you our deepest sympathies. Duane and Judy(Taylor) Van Ert "
"We are very sorry to hear of David's death. His loss is very difficult for all of you, his family and friends. We are sending our sincere condolences to you all. our love and respects, cousin Michael, Sandy and Greg West"