Esther Harrison

Harrison, Esther "Beth" MADISON-Esther "Beth" Harrison, age 80, of Madison, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2010, at St. Mary's Hospital, after a brief illness. She was born on Nov. 27, 1929, in Barneveld, the daughter of Jakob and Frieda (Kuntz) Stampfli. As a teenager, she enjoyed the time she spent on a ranch in California with her three uncles. Beth returned to Wisconsin and finished high school. She married Foster "Ted" Harrison in September 1952. Beth worked at Kresge's, Leskes Supper Club, Rosemary's Nursing Home, and Swiss Colony. She was also a beloved babysitter. Beth was a fabulous cook, baker, and mom. She was affectionately known as "Grandma Cookie". Beth is survived by four sons, Henry (Sara) Harrison, Stephen (Darlene) Harrison, Van (Sue) Harrison, and Dale Harrison; daughter, Theresa (Tim) Schramm; grandchildren, Bridgett, Kenneth, Damion, Melissa, Nick, Nate, Zack and Jacob; great-grandchildren, Casey, Elizabeth, Kyle, Krista, Abby and Anna;sister, Garnetta Thousand; and brother, Herman Stampfli. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Walter (Lois) Stampfli; and two grandchildren, Alex and Amanda. In keeping with Beth\'s wishes, there will be a private funeral service. A public visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, on Monday, Jan. 25, 2010, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Cemetery: Burial will be at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation: A public visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, on Monday, Jan. 25, 2010, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m.