Ivan Nodolf

Ivan Nodolf

December 20, 1924 - January 08, 2022

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Ivan L. Nodolf, 97, of Platteville, died on Saturday, January 8, 2022. Private family graveside services will be held at Hillside Cemetery, Platteville. Pastor Mary Ann Floerke will officiate. A Celebration of Life for Ivan will be at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Ivan L. Nodolf Memorial Fund, PO Box 245, Platteville, WI 53818. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

Ivan was born on December 20, 1924 in Belmont Township, Lafayette County, son of Elmer and Lenise (McReynolds) Nodolf. He was united in marriage to Helen Swendsen on March 2, 1947 in McClusky, North Dakota. Ivan retired from UW-Platteville in 1986 where he was Director of Campus Police. He was a long time member of the Lutheran Church of Peace, Platteville, where he served on the church council and various committees. Ivan was a member of the Platteville Police and Fire Commission for 10 years, 8 of which he was chairman. He served on the Grant County Highway Safety Commission for more than twenty years and also is a past clerk for the Township of Belmont. He enjoyed reading, gardening and fishing. He was an avid UW-Platteville Pioneer, Badger and Packer fan.

Ivan is survived by six children, Richard (Virginia) Nodolf, Steven (Michael) Nodolf, Barbara (Fritz) Ragatz, Tina Nodolf, Kristy (Eric) Cleveland and Thomas (Pam) Nodolf; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Carolyn Nodolf; special cousin, Geneva Beals and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen, parents, sister Neva Popp and her husband, Orville Popp and brother, Carl Nodolf.

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Jack and Lynn Dailey
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So sorry for your loss from the Dailey’s on Elmer St. We lived across the street. Wonderful neighbors
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Lu Ann Bowmsn
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My deepest condolences to the entire family. Ivan was truly one of the most genuine and kind individuals I have had the privilege of knowing. I loved his stories, his wisdom, and that heart-warming smile. Rest In Peace Ivan. You were loved by all. Lu Ann
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MEL Kelly
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The picture you chose of Ivan is as he would like to be remembered, i feel sure. The kindness in his face and his wonderful smile will live on in the hearts and memories of all of us who were privileged to include him in our life chapters. He lived such a long a good life, even sad;u without his beloved wife who died too soon of her breast cancer, so many years ago. My husband, children and I were involved with the Nodolf family from our first days in Platteville, and we felt richer because of their caring and attention. Thank you for sharing his wonderful picture and memories of his accomplishments and family. Goodbye, Ivan - hug Helen (Norma) for us and rest in peace, my friend!
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Joan (Anderson) and Bill Farmer
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Rick, Steve, Barb, Tina, Kristy, and Tom: So sorry to hear that your dad passed away. He was such a wonderful man. I will always remember how friendly he was at the high school. He always had that wonderful and warm smile when he would say, "Good morning, Miss Anderson". When I was a residence assistant at UW-P, we spent some late nights together dealing with problem students in the dorm. He always was cool, calm, and collected when he dealt with the students. After I graduated, I stopped to see him a few times and he was always so happy to sit and visit. Bill and I stopped to see him last fall at Park Place and he gave us the update on all his kids and grandchildren. He was so proud of all of you. Our prayers are with all of you.....Joan and Bill Farmer
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Joseph Hallman
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On behalf of the men and women of the University of Wisconsin Platteville Police Department I extend my sincere condolences and prayers to the Nodlof Family. May Ivan rest in peace.
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Tom and Pat Jonas
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A good man, and a good friend. May your good memories carry you along at this time as they do us. Tom and Pat Jonas

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