Jacque Edwin DeWeese age 77 of Pardeeville, WI died on Wednesday January 6, 2016 at his home. Jacque was born on Dec. 14, 1938 in Delta Iowa to Warren and Hazel (Showman) DeWeese. He married Marguerite Tracy on Jan. 3, 1970 in Davenport Iowa.  Farming was Jacque's passion.  He graduated from Iowa State with an animal science degree in the mid-60's and immediately got work at Oscar Mayer in Davenport, IA.  In 1972 he was transferred to the Madison office to work as an industrial engineer, which he did faithfully and well for over 30 years.  He was recognized by the Wisconsin Sheep Breeder's Association as a Master Shepherd in 1984.  He was also a member of the Dorset Association in the 80's.  In 1997, he decided to take up driving horses.  It was something he had done as a child, and in his retirement, this became an outlet for his passion for horses.  He bought Nora, took some driving lessons and then joined MDDA (Midwest Distance Driving Association) sometime later.  He quickly got involved in organizing driving events, served in many offices and organized clinics to help other drivers learn the craft.  Other interests include, canoeing, nature walks in the western states and in Canada, woodworking and welding.  His latest projects included several styles of horse carts, including a model that accommodates a wheelchair, several featuring better suspension and a model for a miniature horse.  Jacque in Survived by his wife Marguerite, Son Richard DeWeese, Daughters: Laura Veselovski, Michelle DeWeese and Becky Mielke and five grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 10, 2016 at the Picha Funeral Home in Portage, WI, Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Service Details. Visitation

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