Frederick `Fred` Burger
Frederick `Fred` Burger , Age 76
On Monday May 22, 2023 Frederick "Fred" M. Burger took his last breath with family by his side. He was born in Owatonna, Minnesota to Marshall and Roberta (Campion) Burger on October 8, 1946. They moved to Eau Claire, Tomah, Beaver Dam, and then Baraboo where he graduated in 1964. He attended college in La Crosse for a year and a half and proudly served a tour in Vietnam in the Navy.
Freds career was varied. He worked in construction doing carpentry and dry wall. He tended bar at Arnies Ritz and for Jack at the Hiway House. He also worked at the University of Wisconsin as a cook and caterer.
His first trip to Las Vegas was March 29, 1992 for his wedding to Patty so her Dad Bill could give her away. Their wedding reception was later in the Beer Garden at the Sauk County Fairgrounds. Uncle Fred always helped with the meals at the family gatherings, especially the time he made prime rib for Christmas. He enjoyed Devils Lake and trips out West, Memorial Day parties, cards at the Square, watching bands, going to Blues Fests and playing pool.
Fred is survived by his wife Patty; his son Fred Jr.; sister Marcia (Don) Voit; brother James (Susan) Burger; sister in law Nancy Burger; mother in law Frances Wilson; sister in law Pam (Gary) Cummings. He will be missed by many friends and family members.
He was preceded in by death by parents; brothers Steve and John; father in law William Wilson.
The family would like to extend their most heart felt thanks to the doctors and nurses at St. Clare Hospital and Medical Associates in Baraboo, the Home Health staff, the VA hospital in Madison and finally Wis. Dells Health Services for all the care during Freds failing health.
Patty would also like to thank Freds brother James and his wife Susan and long-time best friend Mike (Ollie) Filhouer for all the support and rides. I could not have gotten through this without you.
A celebration of Life is being held at Sauk Co. Fairgrounds June 25, 2023 from Noon to 4pm. Redlin-Ertz Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Condolences
Diane randall May 30, 2023
Friend Marshall , Wisconsin
Fred helped me with many catered events at the UW-Madison. I could always trust that he would do a great job. He was an all around nice guy. Sympathy to his family.
bill guthrie June 01, 2023
Friend portage , Wisconsin
So sorry to hear of Fred's passing. He was one of the good ole boys. Always went out of his way to talk to whoever. Will be missed by all.
Janelle Gomon Owens June 01, 2023
friend MADISON , Wisconsin
Dear Patty, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember the many times I saw you and Fred together out and about. It was nice seeing you at Wilson family gatherings too. My entire family sends you our love and our condolences. Fred was a great guy and will be missed by so many. Prayers you will be ok and much love to you, your sister and your mother, Franny. Janelle Diane and Chuckie
Amanda Traxler June 01, 2023
Family Baraboo , Wisconsin
I didn’t know Fred super well but over the last 14 years he had become the best grandfather to my sons Daltyn and Phoenix. We will forever be so grateful and honored to have known him. He had the biggest heart and loved my boys when he didn’t have to. They will always cherish the memories they made with him. Rest in paradise Fred. You will be so missed.
Stacy June 01, 2023
Daughter-in-law Reedsburg , Wisconsin
We love you fred, you were an amazing human and will forever be missed Stacy,Daltyn and Phoenix
David Greenhalgh June 01, 2023
Friend Tunbridge Wells, UK
Dear Patty Kathi and I send you our deepest sympathy on your loss at Fred’s passing.. He was such a good friend to so many going back to our high school days, and we all mourn his passing with you and your family. I will be there in spirit with everyone coming to the fairgrounds on the 25th as they share all of the good times they had with him over the decades.
James R Kuska June 01, 2023
Friend Reedsburg , Wisconsin
Our deepest condolences. We hope you are able to find peace soon . He will be missed.
Terry Spencer June 03, 2023
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
There aren’t enough kind words that would do justice to Fred. My condolences Patty to you and the family.
Lori K DeMars June 04, 2023
Friend Wisconsin Dells , Wisconsin
PATTI I'm so terribly sorry for ur lose. Know that u r in our thoughts and prayers.