Curtis Flatten 10/28/2018

Curtis Flatten, age 75, of New Richmond passed away on Sunday, October 28, 2018 at his home with his family by his side. Curt was born in Garfield Township on July 12, 1943. He is preceded in death by his parents Ed Flatten, Ellen Beestman and his younger brother Kenny. He is survived by his loving wife Maxine, children Kelly and husband Michael, Mark and wife Aimee, Steven and wife Sara, 4 grandchildren – Pressley and Ryder Flatten, and Maisie and Gabe Beagan, his older brother Roy Flatten and wife Susan, and younger sister Linda Rogers and her long time friend Mike Miller, step-father Glen Beestman, in-laws Donna Belisle, Gary & Liz Knutson, Rodney Knutson, and many nieces & nephews, and many great friends. Curt graduated from New Richmond High School in 1961. He married Maxine Knutson on April 11, 1964. He was drafted into the Army in 1966 while he was married and served as a medic in Germany. When discharged from the Army in 1968 he went back to Andersen Windows where he had worked prior to being drafted. He retired in November of 1999 from Andersen as a supervisor after 37 years of service. After retirement Curt and Max enjoyed traveling with family. He also loved his casino trips! One of his greatest joys was watching his children and grandchildren play sports. Curt was very meticulous! He kept everything in order and in its place. Everyone would tell him how immaculate his yard looked which always made his day. Curt was a selfless caregiver to so many loved ones during his life. I know the Lord has opened His arms and said “Well done dear and gentle servant – welcome home.” Memorial Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, November 3, 2018 at 2 pm at Immaculate Conception Church 151 S Washington Avenue New Richmond, WI. Memorial Visitation was held Friday, November 2, 2018 from 4-8 pm at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services 728 S Knowles Avenue New Richmond, WI and on Saturday from 1-2 pm at church. Interment was in New Richmond Cemetery. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services of New Richmond.