Lance Reconnu

March 28, 1948 - February 2, 2014

Lance Reconnu, 65, of Bristol, WI, passed away peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital in Milwaukee on Sunday, February 2, 2014. He was born in Pittsburgh on March 28, 1948, the son of Betty and the late Albert Reconnu. He married his wife Ginger on February 20, 1982. He was a graduate of St. John’s Military Academy and Robert Morris College, and he served two tours of duty during the Vietnam Conflict with the United States Army. Lance was also a passionate horseman and barrel racer. He was a member of the NBHA and the AQHA, both horsemen’s associations. He is survived by his wife of 31 years Ginger Reconnu, mother Betty, brothers Don Reconnu of South Dakota and David Reconnu of Florida, and many other friends and family members. A celebration of Lance's life will begin with a remembrance service beginning promptly at noon on Saturday, February 8, 2014 at VFW Post 1865, 6618 39th Ave. Kenosha, WI 53142. A reception will follow the service and will last until 2 p.m. at the VFW. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Lance's memory to VFW Post 1865. Let me tell you folks… Let me tell you folks, who have gathered here today That I’m a proud and thankful cowboy Who has just passed away. I know it’s hard, But, please don’t cry, for I’m now riding God’s trails High up in the sky. The horses I’m riding now don’t spook, buck or kick, for God stables perfect horses and now I have my pick. Lord, please forgive me all my sins for I haven’t been perfect, but I know that he who believes in You forever wins! I have lived a good life, a cowboy’s dream come true. Thank you Lord, for I’m now ready to ride into eternity Me, my horse and You.