Donald Visaas

Stoughton- Donald A. Visaas, age 92, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at Agrace HospiceCare Inpatient Center in Fitchburg. He was born in Stoughton on May 19, 1922, the son of Adolph and Margaret (Arneson) Visaas. Don graduated from Stoughton High School in 1940. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served stateside as an airplane mechanic. On June 27, 1953 Don married Clara Elvekrog in Stoughton. He worked at Dairy Equipment for many years and retired from Nelson Filter. Don was a member of the Stoughton American Legion Post 59, and devoted member of Covenant Lutheran Church where he ushered for 72 years. Along with his wife, they enjoyed travelling and playing cards with friends. Don was a talented stained glass artist and took pride in giving his beautiful gifts to his family. He is survived by his sister, Lorraine Vindedahl of Janesville; many nieces and nephews; and Clara's sister, Anna Schulz of Stoughton. Don was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Clara; sister, Dorothy (Bob) Grefsheim; and brother-in-law, Clarence "Junior" Vindedahl. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, September 12, 2014 at Covenant Lutheran Church, 1525 N. Van Buren Street, Stoughton, with Rev. Jerry Tews officiating. Military honors will follow at church. Friends and relatives are invited to a luncheon immediately following in the church fellowship hall. Entombment will take place at Roselawn Mausoleum. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of services Friday at church. Memorials may be made to Covenant Lutheran Church or to Skaalen Heritage Center. The family would like to thank Skaalen Heritage Center for their care and compassion.
Cress Funeral Service
206 W. Prospect Street
Stoughton, WI 53589
(608) 873-9244