Arena Man Killed in Crash

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POSTED: Sunday, April 20, 2008 -- 9:10am

Authorities say alcohol was involved in a deadly rollover crash Saturday night.

It happened at around 9:40pm in the 1300 block of West Union Road in Union Township.

According to the Rock County Sheriff's Department, 29-year-old Michael Hefty failed to maneuver a curve and rolled his car. The Arena man was partially ejected and pinned. Hefty was pronounced dead at the scene.

His passenger, from Mount Horeb, was not injured.

Neither were wearing a seat belt.

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Posted by: Kerry Perkins Location: Caswell, Alaska on Apr 24, 2008 at 05:18 PM
Mike is my cousin and I will miss him! I wish I was able to be there in Wisconsin to pay my respects and be with my cousin Jeff and help him through this trying time. Our prayers are with him and know that Mike is in a better place, finally at peace. Love, Kerry Jo, Wade & Wyatt Perkins from Caswell, Alaska

Posted by: Marilyn Location: Chugiak, Alaska on Apr 23, 2008 at 01:57 PM
Michael was my great nephew. Michael came to visit us in Alaska in 2005. I enjoyed the time we shared together. Michael turned into such a wonderful young man. God rest his soul. Our church, River of Life Church is praying for our whole family. I will always cherish the memories I have of him. Love Aunt Marilyn and Uncle Mike

Posted by: carrie on Apr 23, 2008 at 10:28 AM
i miss and love you hefty

Posted by: Sherry Location: Eagle River, Alaska on Apr 22, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Michael was my cousin, and will be missed dearly. His trip to Alaska with his father Jeff will be one we remember forever. Many pictures and large Halibut fish were caught. I loved Michael's smile. I know Michael is with Aunt Blanche, Grandma and Grandpa Berg. God bless him and the whole family for this precious loss. I wish I was there in Wisconsin to be with Jeff and Mitch. My Dad, Mike and sister marilyn flew in to be there. Love Sherry

Posted by: Amanda Location: milwaukee on Apr 21, 2008 at 11:14 PM
My husband knew Mike Hefty and was very sad about the news. It's so sad to hear of this, drinking and driving...how many people have to lose someone they love? we offer our deepest condolances to the Hefty family. You're in our prayers.

Posted by: Reba Location: Blanchardville on Apr 21, 2008 at 07:10 PM
Michael Hefty was my step-brother,his father my step-father was very kind and loving altho he has brain damage now from and Motorcylce accident and doesn't remember me but i still love them and i still love michael like he was my real brother!I may not have known him for a long time but he was still my brother and i love him and i wish this never happened!!!!all thou i only meet him like 4 times i still love him and always will!!!!:(:(:(:( Reba

Posted by: robin Location: madison on Apr 20, 2008 at 01:04 PM
to mike's father my heart goes out to you. my thoughts and prays are with you right now. you know how to reach me if you need someone to talk to.

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