Anthony C. Littel, Jr.
June 19, 1928 - July 05, 2013
Obituary
MADISON/ MCFARLAND- Anthony C. Littel, age 85, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2013. He was born on June 19, 1928, in Madison, the son of Anton and Olive (Kalscheur) Littel. On May 28, 1949, Tony was united in marriage with Beatrice Brandon at St. James Catholic Church. After serving in the U.S. Army, he graduated from Madison Business College. Tony retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1983 and was co-owner of Electric Motors Unlimited, Inc. Retirement left him time with his wife, sharing trips to casinos, card clubs, bowling, taking vacations and family gatherings. Tony was a charter member of St. Dennis Catholic Church. Tony’s motto in life- Live life to the fullest, including his 3 B’s: Brandy, Beer and Bea, and not necessarily in that order. He is survived by his lovely wife of 64 years, Beatrice Elaine; children, Toni Hutter of McFarland, Jane (Dan) Schuller of Tomahawk, Kathy (Mike) Kopf of Oshkosh, Linda (Greg) Crull of Albany, Jim (Kristin) Littel of Madison, Patti (Jim) Pasell of Sun Prairie and Tim (Debbie) Littel of Minooka, Ill.; grandchildren, Sarah (Dave) Saul, Chad Hutter, Nissa Schuller, Dara (Bjorn) Schuller-Hanson, Ally Kopf, Kari Kopf, Matt Littel, Kevin Littel and Jenny Littel; five great-grandchildren, Hayden, Forrest, Cooper, Finn and Alivia; brother, Russ (Bunny) Littel; sister-in-law, Joan Littel; and many nieces, nephews, other special relatives and friends. Tony surrounded himself with truly great friends, which we were all blessed to have known. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Delbert; and a son-in-law, Robert Hutter. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, with Father Joji Reddy Allam and Deacon David Hendrickson concelebrating. Entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will take place at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 pm. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Our dad’s golden heart taught us all the value of family. Cheers to you! We will miss you dad, grandpa and great-grandpa. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420
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Entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park.
Visitation will take place at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 pm. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2013.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2013, with Father Joji Reddy Allam and Deacon David Hendrickson concelebrating.
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John Ritchie
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Now that I am gone, remember me with smiles and laughter. And if you need to cry, cry with your brother or sister who walks in grief beside you. And when you need me, put your arms around anyone and give them what you need so much. I want to leave you something-something much better than words or sounds. Look for me in the people I have known or helped in some special way. Let me live in your heart as well as in your mind. You can love me most by letting your love reach out to our loved ones, by embracing them and living in their love. Love does not die, people do. So, when all that's left of me is love, give me away as best you can.
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Connie C Arndt
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Uncle Tony was always one of my favorite Uncles; he was so full of life and constantly had a positive word for me when ever we’d meet all throughout of life. I was so happy Uncle Tony & Aunt Bea came to our 40th Anniversary party was fantastic to see them both again. I was proud to be his niece and he will eternally live in my memories and be missed!
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Leo Cross
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Bea and Family,
Just a note to offer my condolances and let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of your loss. I haven't seen Tony since a year ago in May at the annual POCU meeting. In fact at this years meeting there were no senior citizens in attendance and that was strange. Tony was always upbeat and had a kind word to say to everyone. It has been a pleasure crossing paths with him in this lifetime and he will be surely missed.
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Karen (Lee) Ott
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Toni - So sorry for your loss. Please share my condolences with your family.
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Kim (Davidson) Krall
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What a beautiful heart that has stilled. What an exceptional family that is here because of him. Prayers and hugs and hope to my favorite Littel family. <3
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Raymond Kurth, Jr.
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Dear Bea, Toni Kay, etal:
I'd like to express my deepest sympathies to you and the rest of the family regarding Tony's passing. I just heard about it the other day from my brother, Rich. He was a terrific guy and a favorite cousin of my Dad's, that's for sure. As for me, I have nothing but good memories of him over these many years, with the past family gatherings. As time goes by, we unfortunately lose contact with many relatives as we raise our own families and then we ourselves start to age into retirement. This is one of those times when you wish you could turn back the clock and see Tony's smile and hear his laugh once more. My thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of loss.
Ray Kurth (Raymie)