Dave Bauknecht, of Deerbrook, died Saturday, June 6, 2015 at his home. He was 68 years old. He was born on March 5, 1947 in Antigo, a son of the late Edmund and Viola (Getchell) Bauknecht. He married Charlene Gallenberg on November 27, 1965 at St. John Catholic Church.
Dave graduated from Antigo High School in 1965. He worked in the trucking industry both driving and dispatching prior to operating the Kackle Shack in 1986. He owned and operated Three Jokers Lounge with his wife for the past 17 years.
He was a member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 662 in Antigo and the Langlade County Tavern League.
He was an avid reader and enjoyed golfing, motorcycling and spending time with his grandchildren.
In addition to his wife survivors include two daughters, Renee (Kris) Beckwith of Brooklyn Park, Minn., and Michelle (Dan) Hafner of Deerbrook; son, Dan (Kristie) Bauknecht of Verona; six grandchildren, Ty and Lynnzie Beckwith, Mikkalyn and Aidan Hafner, Sam and Gabe Bauknecht; a sister, Patricia (Don) Gaudette of Deerbrook; two brothers, Thomas (Rosemary) Bauknecht of Antigo and John (Jane) Bauknecht of Gore, Va.; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jackie Kramer of Crandon, Shirlee (Larry) Welch of Antigo, Donna (Glenn) Piatt of Ill., Rita (Dave) Kuhr of Phlox, Carol (Tom) Selmo of Bryant, Phyllis (Tim) Karpf of Antigo, Nancy (Kirk) Elliott of Antigo, Rose (Neal) Summ of Bryant, Mae (Joe) Walkup of Yulee, Fla., Dan (Lila) Gallenberg of Antigo, Jim (Paula) Gallenberg of Antigo and Joe (Jodi) Gallenberg of Keshena; and close friends, Tom and Debbie Elst of Antigo.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Gary Kramer; mother and father-in-law, Art and Martha Gallenberg; and brother-in-law, Willie Gallenberg.
A funeral service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at Bradley Funeral Home with Rev. Omer Kelley officiating. Burial will take place in St. Wencel Catholic Cemetery, Neva. Visitation will be Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 9 to 10 a.m. at the funeral home. An Elks Lodge of Sorrow Service will be held Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
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I just found out....Charlie, I am very sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you, & the family.
My condolences to all. I knew Dave only as a teenager, but I was always comfortable with his direct but fair interaction (especially when dating his daughter). Great family, great memories for me.
Dave was a great person, I know he'll be missed by many. My condolences.
Michelle....I am so sorry for your loss. If there is anything I can do for you and your family just call. You are all in my prayers.
I remember how warm the welcome was when we arrived at your house with Aunt Del and my Dad Jim Braden. We so enjoyed being there. I think Del, Jim and my Ed are all dancing in heaven! Love you Charlie
If it wasn't for Dave I wouldn't have my Blue UV at Three Jokers he ordered cases from Milwaukee just for me LOL thanks man
Charlene, Renee, Michelle, Dan and your families: So sorry to hear about Dave. I'm glad to see that Fr. Kelley will be celebrating his Funeral Mass. You couldn't be in better hands at this tough time. I wish I were closer to Antigo; I'd be there.
Dear Members of the Bauknecht and Gallenberg Families,
We were deeply saddened when we read of the loss of your loved one. May the memories you have of David bring you peace and comfort.
Sincere sympathy,
Ron and Nancy Blood
So Sorry for your loss, what a party happening in Heaven with all his friends! Hugs, Prayers to Charlene, Michelle & family, Renae & family.
Sorry for your loss may God help you through this sad time Dave was a super guy always had a nice thing to say about everyone....
My deepest sympathies to Charlene & Family on the loss of your husband and dad, to Patty on the loss of your brother, to my SIL Ted on the loss of his uncle, to Shirlee on the loss of your BIL...Prayers for the entire family that God holds you in his hand.
You were my bright spot first thing every morning at Two Angels. I am going to miss you so much. Rest in peace Dave. You are one of the best.
So sorry for your loss I'll remember Dave with his amazing jokesðŸ'œ
Sending lots of love and prayers for Uncle Dave, Aunt Charlene and the family.
We are sorry to hear about Dave. You are in our prayers.
Steve & Cindy (Birno) Gilleski
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family. I will remember Dave most of being on his dart team at Kackle Shack.
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