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Gerald R. Bott

November 9, 2015 | 1 comment

Gerald R. Bott, 79, of Holmen, passed away surrounded by his family on November 8, 2015 in his home. He was born May 6, 1936 to Harold and Mary (True) Bott. Gerald married Lola (Krause) Bott April 12, 1961.

He took pride in every job he had. He loved his crosswords, dice games, puzzles and chocolates, especially, Peanut M & M’s. He served 8 years in the US Marine Corp Reserves. He loved spending time with his grandchildren, great-grandchildren and family. His pride was his only daughter, Lynette.

He is survived by his wife, Lola Bott; daughter, Lynette (Steve Lundborg) Bott of Elmwood, WI; sons, Ricky (Barb Manley) Bott of Galesville, WI, Randy (Stephanie) Bott of North Bend, WI; grandchildren, Michelle Kolseth, Melissa Knutson, Bradley (Katie) Bott, Cassie (Josh) Bott, Ricky Bott, Ashley Manley, Willow Thompson, Uriah Nokken ; great-grandchildren, Skylar Fischer, Syvanna Rae Knutson; brother, Don (Marilyn) Bott of La Crescent, MN; sister, Betty Jean (Harlan) Stoleson of Westby, WI; special friends, Ellen Crossman and Thelma Severson; many nieces, nephews and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at 11:00 AM at Rivers Harvest Church, 1001 Quincy St., Onalaska with a visitation one hour prior to the service at the church. Military Honors will be held immediately after the service at the church by the Holmen American Legion Post 284 and the US Marine Corp Honor Guard. Interment will be held at a later date.

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  1. Dolores Heisler & daughters

    Lola, children and their families: You have our deepest sympathy. We were unable to make the trip to visitation/funeral.

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