Islam tbjbphwl3@mail.com – Posted On: August 4, 2014

I don't see any implication from Jon that Sally Ride was not a good role model. Just the oppotise. One instance where Paterno decided in hind sight that he should have bucked his bosses ???? Joe Paterno was the boss. The President of the University tried to fire him 7 years ago and it didn't take. Paterno was the most powerful man on the Penn State campus. No one was a close second.The fact the college athletics is a cesspit of sham amatureism that systematically exploits young people is not an excuse for not reporting child abuse.

Esther Hopfensperger Loyal, WI – Posted On: October 18, 2013

My deepest condolences to Virgil's family. In my prayers, Esther Hopfenperger

Cathy (Vine) Kramer Wisconsin Rapids WI – Posted On: October 17, 2013

So sorry to hear about Virgil's passing. I knew him thru 4-H and showing cattle at the fair, often competing against each other. He will be deeply missed by all.

Patti Shafto-Carlson Marshfield, WI – Posted On: October 17, 2013

I posted a newspaper clipping on my facebook page of Virgil and I in high school when we were AI trained as teenagers. I will never forget that training -- we had a lot of laughs while learning more about the dairy industry. Most recently Virgil supported Ministry Saint Joseph's Hospital's annual fundraiser "Festival of Light". He was introduced to the event many years ago by Melissa Schultz. He has donated toward this event every year since. Virgil has a special place in many hearts! My thoughts and prayers to a wonderful family.

Jessica Putrus Wausau, WI – Posted On: October 17, 2013

Esselman family - so sorry to hear of Virgil's untimely passing. A kind, gentle, dear-hearted man he was, and the Putrus family will have a deep void. Christmas morning won't be the same at Connie's house without Virgil.... May God give us all comfort in this time of sorrow, as we have faith that Virgil is in a beautiful and joyous place.

Peggy Sue Meyer-Miller Marshfield, WI – Posted On: October 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss!! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Deb Esselman Colby, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Virgil, it was obviously your time to go to God, I just hope and pray that the family left here to mourn you loss will understand the and celebrate you complete happiness now that you are in the bosom our our God and Creator. Please pray for all of us left here.

Celia Sturzl Marshfield, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Dear Chris and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
Sincerely,
Celia Sturzl

Dennis and Suzie Roehl Loyal, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Everyone liked Virgil. He always made showing at the fairs a great time. No matter how much time between the meetings you would always smile when you saw him, because you knew there would be good times and great laughs. He was a good friend and will be dearly missed.

Rick & Kathy Seefeldt Eland, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to his family. We will miss his big smile at the dairy shows. Rick & Kathy Seefeldt

Heather Giddings Hatley, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Virgil. We showed cattle with him over 20 years and he was always so helpful and friendly to everyone he came in contact with. He was a friend to everyone. He will be missed greatly.

David Loos Loyal, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to Virgil's family and friends during this difficult time. It was a great pleasure to know such a caring person. He will be dearly missed.

Jim, Caroline, Hannah, Megan Walter Granton WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

We were shocked and saddened by the news of his passing. He will be very missed at the Clark Co Fair. He was ALWAYS willing to help or answer question and most importantly he was a GREAT person.

Dale,MaryAnn&Randy Meyer Neillsville,WI>54456 – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Our thoughts & prayers go out to Virgil's family at this sad time in ther lives.Virgil was a super guy,so helpful always&agreat showman in the cattle ring.He will so missed by family and friends.

Alice Kennedy Loyal, WI – Posted On: October 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family. I knew Virgil when He and my son Bob were in FFA together. A fine young man.

Emily Marino Antioch IL – Posted On: October 16, 2013

My deepest condolences to all of Virgil's family and friends. I knew him through Melissa and Todd and we had plenty of laughs! I am sure him and Jane are laughing it up in heaven. Deepest sympathies.

Dan and Michele Gauger Greenwood, Wi – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Just to let you all know that you are in our Thoughts and Prayers at this very difficult time. Dan and Michele Gauger

Teri (Micke) Raatz Colby – Posted On: October 16, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Virgil was a great guy and helped many kids thru his love of showing cattle. We had many great times with Virgil at dairy cattle shows. Clark Co has lost a truely wonderful guy and he will be greatly missed!

Mitch, Amber, Trennon, & Breckin Ortner New Richmond, WI – Posted On: October 15, 2013

Our hearts go out to Virgil's family. Every year we look forward to fair season with Virgil. I will definitely miss playing the circle game with him. Marshfield fair will not be the same without him there. He will be missed dearly.

Clint, Heidi & Brayden zank Neillsville, WI, – Posted On: October 15, 2013

Our hearts were saddened when when heard about Virgil. The Clark County Fair will never be the same without him. He was only a phone call away whenver we needed to picture an animal, eager & always helpful!! We will miss you dearly friend. Hugs in HEAVEN above...

Al & Nancy Prehn Abbotsford, Wis – Posted On: October 15, 2013

With deepest sympathy to Virgil's family. We met Virgil through our son-in-law and daughter Todd & Melissa Schultz when he stood up for their wedding. He was at many of our family gatherings and we always enjoyed seeing him.The Christmas cookie decorating party won't be the same without him there. He will be missed!!