Merlin Lloyd Stoflet
March 17, 1927 - December 15, 2012
Obituary
MADISON-Merlin Lloyd Stoflet, died on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2012, at home in his favorite blue chair, surrounded by his loving wife of 65 years and their children. He was born on March 17, 1927, in Madison, the son of Charles and Olive (Pieper) Stoflet. He lived his entire life in Madison with the exception of the first few years in Lake Mills. He served his country in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Merlin was united in marriage to Marian Irene Bergeman on March 22, 1947. He then owned and operated Stoflet Carpet Service for the remainder of his life. Merlin is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Marian; and four children, Lynne (Mike) Nowakowski, Jan (Monty) Schohl, Steve (Marcheta) Stoflet, and Sharon (Ken) DiLoreto. In addition, they were blessed with 11 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Les, Kenny, Gordon, Irene, LaVerne, and Margie. A Celebration of Merlin’s Life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, with the Rev. Lex Liberatore presiding. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park with military honors being conducted. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, with a pass and review at 6:30 p.m., and visitation will also be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. We will be forever grateful for the love and support that was so freely given by Agrace HospiceCare and the VA Hospital. We wish that everyone could experience such kindness and compassion. Some words of wisdom from dad, “Don’t forget where you came from, I feel like a million bucks, and pace yourself.” “What today is like is up to me.”
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg.
Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, with a pass and review at 6:30 p.m., and visitation will also be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Tuesday.
A Celebration of Merlin’s Life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012, with the Rev. Lex Liberatore presiding.
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Jennifer
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Grandpa/Super Grandpa you will be missed very much. We love you and will miss the trips to the dog track. You were one of a kind! RIP. Love, Jenny, Tom, Taylor, and Jenna.
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Margie Shafer
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Thinking of you all this morning from Florida.
Dear Uncle Merlin, deeply loved by everyone and so fondly remembered by his niece Margie.
I wish I were there to give you all a hug.
Lots of Love,
Margie
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Joe and Shirley Reinke
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Our condolences to Marian and family. I enjoyed working for Merlin and have fond memories of the times we spent together. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
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William Holland
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I lived next door to Merle and Marian for nearly 20 years. Both are exemplify people who know how to live life well: Always friendly, kind, and positive; Hard working and fun; Never short on wisdom; and Committed to family.
I will miss you Merle.
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Victoria Ashelford Holland
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Dear Marian: My heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. You and Merl are the best neighbors and second parents one could ask for. Merl always had a twinkle in his eye and a zest for life. I will dearly miss him. Goodnight Merl. Love, Vickie
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Janet Joe
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Dear Marian, Lynn, Jan, Steve and Sharon,
I'm so sorry to hear about Merlin. He was a kind, funny man with a great smile. I also remember his great laugh. I can't think of a finer family to grow up living next door to. Many sympathies and prayers on your loss. May happy memories heal the hurt in your hearts.
Love and Blessings.
Janet Joe