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In memory of
Rudolph "Rolf" H Petrmichl, PhD
February 23, 1957 - July 7, 2025
Feb 23, 1957 - Jul 7, 2025
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$1,140.00
Raised by 15 people
Obituary
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Rudolph "Rolf" H. Petrmichl, who departed this life on July 7th, 2025. Born on February 23rd, 1957, Rolf was a beloved father, husband, mentor, and friend. He is survived by his Wife Silvana Graf, sons Stefan and Mattias, and brother Albert.
Rolf was a level headed, introspective, thoughtful, and caring individual. He was a profound soul with an ambitious, grounded, and determined character. …
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What were Rolf's favorite artists or styles of art?
He was a reader of many books on philosophy and practical meditation. We first share…
He was a reader of many books on philosophy and practical meditation. We first shared Persig’s…
He was a reader of many books on philosophy and practical meditation. We first shared Persig’s “Zen and the Art of Moto…
What was Rolf's favorite color?
Blue
Blue
Blue
What were Rolf's favorite local spots?
Pittsfield Library, Potawatomi Trail, Pickerel Lake,
Pittsfield Library, Potawatomi Trail, Pickerel Lake,
Pittsfield Library, Potawatomi Trail, Pickerel Lake,
What were Rolf's favorite vacation spots?
Pictured Rocks, Lake Superior, Patagonia, Carribean
Pictured Rocks, Lake Superior, Patagonia, Carribean
Pictured Rocks, Lake Superior, Patagonia, Carribean
Timeline
Born
February 23rd, 1957
Got married to Silvana Graf
1988
Lima, Peru
Graduated from graduate school
March 18th, 1988
University of Wisconsin–Madison, Lincoln Drive, Madison, WI
Ph.D. Physical Chemistry
Survived by
Mattias Petrmichl
Son
Silvana Graf
Spouse
Stefan Petrmichl
Son
Andrea De Romaña
Niece
Albert Petrmichl
Brother
Predeceased by
James Petrmichl
Father
Irene Petrmichl
Mother
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$1,140.00
Raised by 15 people
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Stefan Petrmichl (Rolf's son) and
SILVANA GRAF.
