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Carl P. Heise, Jr.
Carl, age 72, of River Falls, WI, died peacefully in his sleep on August 17th at 1:10am after a ten-month long battle with melanoma. He was born July 31st, 1948 in Oconto, WI to the late Carl Sr. and Dorothy (Caldie) Heise. Carl graduated from Lena High School in 1966, and graduated from UW-River Falls in 1974 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science. He served in the US Army from 1970 to 1972, stationed at Fort Wainwright in Fairbanks, Alaska.
Carl started working for Toby Ailport in college, eventually purchasing the business in January, 1978. He owned and operated Carl Heise Excavating for over 25 years where his slogan was “I Move the Earth.” Afterwards, he worked for Total Excavating until the time of his death. Carl owned several other businesses during his life including Heise Drywall and Instant Shade.
Carl was a member of the River Falls Sportsman’s Club and was an avid hunter and ice fisherman. He was very involved in Parker and Hilde’s FFA and fair activities. He enjoyed many hobbies including gardening, his hobby farm, and trips to his cabin in Webster, WI. He was a proud Packer’s fan, and held season tickets at Lambeau Field. Carl had a great group of friends who he spent many evenings with, trading jokes and stories at Emma’s and Mel’s.
Carl is survived by his four children: Lisa (Scott) Vanasse, Menomonie, Brandon (Leslie) Heise, Hudson, Parker (Nicky) Heise, River Falls, and Hilde Heise, River Falls; and his five grandchildren: Abigail and Andrew Vanasse, William and Jacob Heise, and Delta Heise. He is also survived by his siblings: Patti (Wayne) Whiting, Oconto, Tom (Connie) Heise, Peshtigo, Carol (Mike) Sentowski, Green Bay, and Gerald Heise, Green Bay.
Besides his parents, Carl is preceded in death by his brother Donald, and sister Sharon.
Per Carl’s wishes, no services will be held. Thank you to all of Carl’s friends and family who celebrated his 72nd birthday with him, and for your help and support over the last few weeks. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.
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May you cherish all the great memories ❤️
Oh so sorry to hear this. Carl looked so handsome at Tom’s wedding. it was great to see his family and to meet Hilde👍
On behalf of the Carlin family we send you sympathy and warm memories of your Parents. Love Jeanie
Thank you Jeanie. I’m so glad he was able to attend. And always nice to see you and your family members.
So sorry for your loss … deepest sympathy to you Carol , Mike and your family sending prayers and hugs
Thanks Luann and Pat. Miss seeing you!
Thinking of you and sending my love.
I am so sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Thank you!!
My condolences to everyone missing Carl. He loved to talk about his family with tremendous pride. He was a straight forward person to do business with and I feel lucky to have known him. Peace to the family.
My husband and I knew Carl first from Emma’s Bar and then he was our septic systems man when we lived out in the country. We spent many hours “chewing the fat” with Carl. He was a lovely man.
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