George F. Salwey
George F. Salwey, 92, of Waumandee, passed away peacefully under the care of St. Croix Hospice, at his home, Thursday, July 21, 2023.
George was born September 19, 1930, in Arcadia, to George and Katherine (Ammann) Salwey, Sr. George served in the U.S. Army in Germany during the Korean War. He was a member of Tickfer-Erickson Legion Post 17. George married Louise Piel, November 29, 1958, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fountain City. Together the couple farmed in Waumandee Valley, and from this union they raised three sons: Joseph, Thomas and George.
George was very active in all aspects of farming until 1994, when he and Louise sold their farm business to their sons. George took a lot of joy and pride in seeing his sons follow in his footsteps, pursuing careers in agriculture and farming. George was active in the community and served on many boards. He served on the Town of Montana Board, Buffalo County Board of Adjustment, and Garden Valley Board. He was active with St. Boniface Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of the Farm Bureau. In their retirement, George and Louise began traveling, mostly by motorcoach, throughout a good part of the United States, so they could see the countryside. In his spare time, George enjoyed reading books, especially those pertaining to past presidents of the United States. His passion for farming always remained strong as he would help out on the farm through his retirement years. George mostly enjoyed cutting and chopping hay, and did so, well into his 80s.
George is survived by his wife, Louise of Waumandee; two sons: Tom (Cindy) Salwey and George A. Salwey of Waumandee; daughter-in-law, Marcy Salwey of Waumandee; three grandsons; three granddaughters; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Loren and Lloyd Salwey; sister, Margaret Allemann; and son, Joseph Salwey.
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 28, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Waumandee, with Father Doss officiating. Friends and family are invited to the visitation Thursday, July 27, 2023, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Waumandee, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with a rosary at 7:00 p.m., then also from 10:00 a.m. until the time of services on Friday, July 28, 2023. Graveside Services will follow with Military Rites by Tickfer-Erickson Legion Post 17, in the St. Boniface Catholic Cemetery.
To express online condolences please visit www.wozneykillianfh.com.
