Ernest Walter Regelein, 93, Fort Atkinson, formerly of Whitewater passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at Wellington Meadows in Fort Atkinson.

Ernie was born on March 14, 1931 in Fort Atkinson to Benjamin and Ana (Busche) Regelein. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. Ernie married Mary Clark on March 23, 1985. She preceded him in death on June 26, 1987. He was a home builder and worked for 28 years with the United States Post Office. Ernie also owned and operated the Western Aire Supper Club in Oconomowoc. He was a lover of fine wine, stamp collecting, Owen Gromme prints, gardening, the Milwaukee Brewers. He was known for causing good natured trouble. He was a member of First English Lutheran Church.

He is survived by his nieces and nephews Jerry Wolfram, James (Rose Schroeder) Wolfram, John (Beverly) Wolfram, Tom (Helene) Regelein, Ray Regelein. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, brothers Richard (Beverly) Regelein, Harvey (Connie) Regelein, sister Florence (Harold) Wolfram.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2024 at 11:00 am at First English Lutheran Church, 401 W. Main St., Whitewater, WI 53190 followed by military rites. Friends may call at the church on Saturday from 10 am until the time of the service.

The family would like to thank Wellington Meadows staff and Rainbow Hospice for the care they provided Ernie. Online condolences may be made at www.nitardyfuneralhome.com