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William E. “Bill” Stacken, age 69, of New Richmond passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 23, 2021 at Westfields Hospital. He was the first born son to Cyril and Valeria “Trudy” (Pitzen) Stacken on January 29, 1952 in St. Paul, MN. Bill graduated from Harding High School and then attended St. Paul Technical School. He married Kathy Campion and to this union 4 sons were born. The marriage later dissolved. On April 12, 1996, Bill married Connie Erickson and together they had a blended family of six children. On April 12, 2021, Bill and Connie celebrated their 25th Anniversary and after 25 years of marriage their family grew adding 2 daughters-in-law, 1 son-in-law and 6 grandchildren. Bill was a “top-notch” welder. He worked for Polfus Implement in New Richmond, Custom Fire in Osceola and retired from WITC in New Richmond. For the last 6 years, Bill realized his dream of instructing the related welding class at WITC. If it was steel, heavy and sparked, Bill loved it! He also loved fishing, hunting, back to the 50’s and Rocky movies. Bill’s love was God and his family, he was a traditional man with old fashioned value’s and he had a heart full of kindness and giving. Bill was a devoted member at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, a former grand knight with the Knights of Columbus, he was also in the First and Fourth Degrees. He is survived by his wife, Connie; sons, Ken (Karen), David (Laura), Dan and Tony; step-children, Jason Erickson, Jill (Mick) Stabenow; grandchildren, Jake and Jax Erickson, Zachary and Emily Stacken, Elias and Avery Stabenow; step-father, Henry Huber; brothers, John, Gary (Kelsi), Jeff (Terri), Joe (Cheryl); many other cherished relatives and friends. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Cyril and Trudy; step-father, Paul Hinz; father-in-law, Ed Feucht.
Mass of Christian Burial was held on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 11 am at Immaculate Conception Church (151 S Washington Avenue) New Richmond, WI. The funeral service was live streamed via this link: https://www.facebook.com/ImmaculateConceptionParishNewRichmond/
Visitation was on Thursday from 9:30 – 11 am at church with the Rosary at 9:15 am. Private interment will be in Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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My sincere condolences. We love both Bill and Connie. Martha and Susan.
I loved working with Bill and will always remember the great times we spent together in the shop. He is one of a kind and a great man, he will truly be missed.
Shock. And heart pain. Bill is the older and wiser brother. Kind and gentle and caring. Connie, how I wish I could wrap you in a big hug. We love you.
A kind man with a servant heart, you will be missed!
I am so very saddened to hear this. Bill was just such a kind caring person, and the best Santa for our residents. All my prayers and thoughts are with you Connie, sending love and hugs.
Connie, this is just heartbreaking news. I have such high regard for both you and Bill and want you to know that I will be thinking about you. My deepest condolences.
Connie, we are so sorry to hear about Bill. He was such a kind, special, giving person. Thoughts and prayers to you. Love, Jim &Wendy Willett
Bill possessed an admirable curiosity. He was always finding ways to improve a process. This often involved fabricating something out of metal. Whether it be a new conveyance to harvest strawberries or a shelf to fit the unique space, Bill would think up a plan and create it. His hospitality was contagious. He could strike up a conversation with anyone. He was a gift.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Connie and your entire family during this time. Bill was an amazing dad, grandpa and friend. He will be forever missed.
Connie,
I absolutely loved working with Bill and with you – such kind, strong, sweet, and funny people. I am so saddened by this news and am holding you and your beautiful family in my heart.
Our deepest condolences to Connie and family over the loss of Bill. Bill was a wonderful, caring man and will be missed by all who knew and loved him. Sending prayers and thoughts to you in this difficult time of sorrow.
Bill, you will and already are missed so much. Just know you will be so much missed on the Grandpa Bill tractor this Christmas season. Missed of course! but not forgotten! For many years to come!! Remember us still down here. Merry Christmas
Our heartfelt sympathies to Connie and family.
—Jacoby family
Bill was always smiling and so kind. My sincere sympathy to Connie and the rest of his family. I hope you can feel the loving support of all who knew him.
My condolences to the entire family. Bill was an wonderful person and will be greatly missed.
Connie, my heart is aching for you and your family. Bill was such a delightful person. My deepest condolences.
Bill always had a smile on his face, and it was a pleasure and privilege to work with him at WITC. Bill will be fondly remembered and sorrowfully missed.
So very sorry to hear that Bill passed. He was always a joy to talk to. Prayers to all of you.
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Connie & Family.
Bill treated me like a daughter and was one of my best friends. He and I spent time working on his classes he taught at WITC. He would check on my often and was my son’s prayer partner. Christmas was special to me because he would take my family on a wagon ride to pick our tree. I lost my parents and he was always there for me; I have never met someone so kind and fun to be around. We had so much fun together, I will miss it. Connie I love you and will be there if you need anything. God Bless…
Tina
It was a great pleasure to work with Bill at WITC. He could always bring a smile to your face. He will be missed by all who knew him. My deepest condolences to Connie and his entire family. Sending much love and prayers. 🙏
I am so sorry to hear this happened to Bill. Such a wonderful man Connie, I am wrapping my arms around you right now. I pray for you and your family. With Love
I am so saddened to see that Bill passed away. Throughout my time as an employee at WITC, Bill would “talk my ear off”, about hockey and watching his grandsons Jax and Jake play, as I also have hockey players. He was the kindest and most genuine man, and I am so sad for his wife and his family to have to say goodbye so suddenly. Please know that I am lifting you all up in prayer.
It was my pleasure to meet Bill at a young age. He was more than willing to share his wisdom and always a fun person to be around. He spent many hours helping those around him. He will be missed but not forgotten. Thoughts and prayers to you all.
Sending prayers and sympathy to the family
It was a pleasure to work with Bill at WITC. I will miss our great conversations. Bill was so very talented, and I was fortunate to have him teaching my students.
I was so sad to hear of Bill’s passing. We had many fond memories at Cedar Lake back in the day when times were so much easier and real. I will always remember Bill for his sense of humor and fun outlook on life. Rest In Peace Bill.
I went to grade school and Harding with Bill, and I have fond memories of many group activities, from Youth Group at church to teenage parties and just “ hanging out”. My sincere sympathy on your loss. You lose track of old friends, after reading about all Bill accomplished, I am not surprised. His love of family and friends were apparent early on.
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
I am very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. He was always so nice and pleasant.
Bill was one of the nicest person ever. Through our days at St. Thomas the Apostle, Harding High School and my special PROM DATE I will never forget him. RIP
Connie, we offer our deepest heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your wonderful husband, Bill. He will never be forgotten. He was such a special friend. We are here for you if you ever need anything.
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