M. George Ibach

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Ibach, M. George was a man with an abundance of qualities; fiercely loyal, loving and joyous. He was admired for his ability to make each person he encountered feel special - everyone LOVED GEORGE! He passed away peacefully at his home in Elmwood, WI at the age of 67 from leukemia. Born in Rochester, MN on December 19, 1949 to Marcella (Nolan) and Kenneth Ibach. George was unconventional and he achieved his dreams. He was a highly respected hot air balloonist for over 40 years and was instrumental in expanding the sport. George was the founder of Ibach Balloon Company, Mayor's Cup Balloon Race and the Minnesota Balloon Pilot's Association. He traveled the country flying commercial balloons and was a certified gas balloonist. George also proudly owned and operated his Spring-Green Lawn Care Franchises for over 25 years. After selling his company in 2005, George started Black Squirrel Vineyard at their farm in Wisconsin. He loved life and lived it passionately and unapologetically. His family and friends will miss his laughter, enthusiasm and generous heart and soul. George is survived by wife Shelly, his son Dylan Davis, three sisters; Sharon Ammerman, Mary Kay (Ed) Tutunjian and Janet (Gert) Schlenker, mother-in law; Virginia (DelVane) Roeder, sister-in-law; Vicky Wade, brother-in-law; Jay (Linda) Radue niece; Nicky (Tyler) nephews; Bill (Letty), Brad, Chad, Luke (Margaret) and Corey (Allison), other relatives, friends and his many furry and feathered friends who live on Triple Coulee Farm. He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister in infancy, father-in-law; Harlan Radue, brothers-in-law; Bill Wade and Bill Ammerman and nephew; Matthew Schlenker. Funeral Mass will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Elmwood, WI. Burial will be in the Boot Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM 7:00 PM Wednesday at the Elmwood Auditorium in Elmwood, WI. Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Elmwood, is serving the family. Condolences rhielfuneralhome.com

Published on October 24, 2017