Stanley Charles DuRose Jr.

Madison -- Stanley C. DuRose Jr. at the age of 86, passed away at the HospiceCare Center in Fitchburg, WI on Sunday, March 21, 2010.   Stanley was born on October 26, 1923 in Joliet, Montana to Stanley Sr. and Wilhelmena (Zwicky) DuRose.   He and his family moved to Madison in 1926.     Stanley was employed by the Wisconsin Department of Insurance and held various positions.   In 1948 to 1965 he was Deputy Commissioner of Insurance and in 1965 to 1969 he was appointed Commissioner of Insurance. He was also employed as a Sr. Vice President for Cuna Mutual Insurance Society from 1970 to 1988.   He was a member of the Casualty Actuarial Society and the American Academy of Actuaries.   He will be remembered especially for his volunteer work at the Blackhawk Ski Club in Middleton, Wisconsin, helping build ski jumps and down hill slopes so that children could learn these sports and enjoy them just as he had for many years.   Stanley is survived by his wife, Lorraine, and many relatives, especially nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his parents and his twin brother, George DuRose.   Funeral services will be held at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Rd. on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 11 am with Reverend Jerry Amstutz officiating.   A visitation will be held at the funeral home on Thursday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.   Graveside services will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery in Waterloo, Wisconsin on Thursday, March 25, 2010 at 1:30 p.m.   Memorial donations may be made to the Blackhawk Ski Club, P.O. Box 628094 Middleton, WI 53562-8094 or a charity of your choice.