Michael D Witter
September 20, 1957 - March 24, 2012
Obituary
MCFARLAND-Michael D. Witter, age 54, of McFarland, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family and dogs on Saturday, March 24, 2012, after a courageous 14 month battle with cancer. He was born on Sept. 20, 1957, in Racine, the son of David and Barb (Heiser) Witter. Michael graduated from Wausau East High School in 1975, receiving his B.S. from UW-LaCrosse and his master’s degree in education from Edgewood College. He married the former Jacqueline Schomaker on Dec. 28, 1985. Michael taught at Milton High School until his illness. He loved hunting, fishing, and riding his motorcycle. Michael enjoyed being at the family cabin in the Northwood’s, gathering with friends at Birch Lake Resort, tropical vacations, and family gatherings. He is survived by his wife, Jackie; mother, Barb; children, Zeke (special friend, Hannah) and Kendall; siblings, Pam (Bob) Witter Macaux, Kary (Steve) Zagzebski, Abby Witter, Laura (Todd) Stauffer, Deb (Jim) Bauman, and Dean (Nettie) Witter; many nieces and nephews; and dogs, Buck and Rita. He was preceded in death by his father, David; grandparents, Mae Shope and Lucy Witter; and niece, Julia Zagzebski. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012, with the Rev. Jerry Amstutz presiding. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2012, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to McFarland Education Foundation or UW Carbone Cancer Center. A special thanks to Kary for her incredible dedication to her brother and our family over this past year.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to McFarland Education Foundation or UW Carbone Cancer Center.
Visitation will be at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Friday, March 30, 2012, and from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday.
Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 31, 2012, with the Rev. Jerry Amstutz presiding.
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Paula Dabel
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I was so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. I enjoyed working with Mike. He always found a way to brighten my day. He will be missed.
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Susan and Danny Menghini
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Jackie, Zeke and Kendall, We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. You are in our prayers. May our Lord hold you in his arms and give you strength and peace.
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Holly, Marc, Emery & Loagn Heuer
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Dear Jackie, Zeke and Kendall,
Know that he is at peace and the pain is no longer. May your memories, one another, family and friends sustain you during this challenging time.
Love and friendship to you to all.
Holly, Marc, Emery & Logan Heuer
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Dan Simenson
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I'm so sorry to hear about Mike's death. I was glad I got a chance to see him on the 18th. I really enjoyed working with Mike in my freshman Tech Ed class.
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Larry Nicholson
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Jackie, Zeke, Kendall & Barb - I am so saddened to hear about Mike. May the Lord be with you. I have so many fond memories of growing up with Mike and learning so much about life together. He is one of the original Wausau Good 'ol Boys of the 70's. Wow, how time flies. He was responsible for meeting my wife in 1980 and I have been married to Jackie for 30 years; for that I will forever be grateful. I pray that you will find the strength to endure and please know that Mike was one of the best ever!