"So sorry to hear of this great soldier and leader passing. He will live forever in the memories of those he touched. Til we meet again. COLONEL (R) Dr. Robert F. Bischke, PE "
In loving memory of
Case B. DeWinkel
March 22, 1983 - September 4, 2019
Case Boone DeWinkel, Sergeant First Class of the U.S. Army Reserve, age 36, born and raised in Madison, WI, died unexpectedly of natural causes in his residence in Largo, Florida on September 4, 2019.
Case had a way of bringing the smile out in everyone. He had a compassionate heart, a playful spirit and a strong sense of duty, honor and country. These attributes enabled him to be the silly Uncle Case, the soldier on his knees with a backpack full of toys for little kids in Iraq, the "Doc" tending his comrades' wounds, and the guy ready to celebrate life with family and friends. He was always ready with a quick one liner, always ready to make others around him laugh and enjoy life.
Case epitomized the saying "the clothes make the man." He was the little boy dressed "to the nines" in his very own tuxedo. He was the kid that lived in his policeman costume, Cub Scout uniform or camo, dreaming of a life of service. He was the soldier in uniform and he was that guy, beer in hand, dressed in a flag jumpsuit, ready to party.
Case graduated from Madison West High School in 2001 and UW-Eau Claire in 2005 majoring in Criminal Justice, after which he joined the Army. From August 2006 until November 2007 he was deployed in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He spoke little of his time as his Troop's Senior Medic in Iraq but as the news of his passing spreads, so do the stories of how his expert traumatic medical care was the sole reason for multiple soldiers surviving their deployment. Case put his life on the line daily to save his comrades. He selflessly did not seek treatment for himself in order to ensure that he did not let down the Platoon and he received the Purple Heart in 2014. Case served in Haiti, the Dominican Republic, and El Salvador and received numerous awards throughout his military career. His most recent project involved developing a new training program for Army Medics.
Case is survived by his loving family: mother Gloria Boone, father Carel DeWinkel, his sister Madelaine and her husband Frank and daughter Eve, brother Brady Scanlan and his wife Bruna and son Levi, brother Nicolaas Scanlan and son Ryder, stepparents Kathy, Bob and Edna, and his dog, Toby.
Case left us suddenly and far too early. Though we didn't have a chance to say goodbye he will never leave the hearts of all who love him.
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2019 at HOLY WISDOM MONASTERY, 4200 Co Hwy M, Middleton. Family will greet friends after 1 p.m. until the time of service. A reception will follow. Interment with military honors will be held in Northern Wisconsin Veterans Cemetery in Spooner, Wisconsin on Monday September 30 at 12 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial gifts be made, in Case's memory, to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675-8517, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org; or
United Service Organizations (USO), P.O. Box 96860 Washington, DC 20077-7677; https://www.uso.org/donate/dsuv.
Cress Funeral & Cremation Service
3610 Speedway Road Madison
(608) 238-3434
Tributes
"Today is the day we say goodbye to great man. A son, a brother, an Uncle, and a friend. Case you were so full of life. I only had the pleasure of being your friend for the short time you were in Florida but you were and always will be a great friend. You had a heart so big and was one of the good guys that would do anything for anybody. Even Though our time together was short you will never be forgotten. R.I.P my friend. Until we meet again you will remain in my heart. To the family. My heart goes out to you today and always. I wish we could have met under different circumstances. Just know that Adam and I are here for you always. I hate that I can?t be there today but know I?m there in spirit and through Adam and the Army. You all are in my heart then, now, and always. Love and hugs Tanya Baginski"
"Case and I served together in Iraq. He was an amazing person, brave, and focused. He will be missed. "
"He was an awesome soldier and comrade. He was always smiling and was rarely serious. He will be missed! SPC Rodriguez, Shivahn from the 7222nd MSU, Tampa FL"
"Dear Gloria, My heart hurts from readying this news. I so remember your pregnancy at the Reading Center and some of the early years with your family. What a long time ago yet not so in my mind. Big Hugs. Anita"
"Rip brother, another gone too soon may your family find comfort in knowing you died for us?"
"I met Case about ten years ago, when a group of friends decided to take a road trip to Pasadena to celebrate Badgers in the Rose Bowl. Case took charge of the group and assured us our daughter was in good hands. The group camped at my folks' house and during the course of their stay my Dad and he swapped stories of their military days. Every time we saw Dad he made a point of asking about that "fine young man". I am so sorry for your great loss, and our own. RIP, Case."
"Never Forgotten Until We Meet Again Brother RIP ? SGT KING 28TH INF DIVISION COMBAT MEDIC"
"Sorry for your loss, he was one of the best medics in bravo troop. After my truck got blown up and I pulled my gunner out of my truck, I realised I left my weapon in the burning truck. So case gave me his weapon and he was only carrying his 9mm pistol. He was a brave individual and selfless. He will be greatly missed. -May-"
"I have never met a more liked or respected NCO. He was a great friend and mentor to all that knew him. His compassion and drive made others want to be like him. That is a testament to his family and those that raised him. Thank you for sharing Case with us. He was a great man and a better friend. He will be missed by all."
"Scouts Out!"
"Gloria, Carel, & Madelaine, I have such wonderful memories of Casey & our family - birthday parties, soccer, climbing our big tree, zip lines, snow forts, rock climbing, boating, bike riding, playing, sleepovers, discussions, and his and Colin?s antics? over the years of their growing up (like putting stones in neighbor?s furnace exhaust!). He was my 2nd son. Most of all, I remember his beautiful dippled smile!! Sending all of you big heartfelt hugs. Love, Lyn "
"Such a wonderful young man. My heart goes out to his family. "