Dorothy Mae Wachtendonk
November 11, 1921 - October 07, 2013
Obituary
MADISON-Dorothy Mae Wachtendonk, age 91, passed away on Monday, Oct. 7, 2013, at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg. She was born on Nov. 11, 1921, in Kimberly, the second of five daughters to Philip and Angeline (Pagogne) Brum. She married William Wachtendonk on April 2, 1945. Dorothy was actively involved in St. Mary's Catholic Church in Milton. She was a self taught artist, enjoyed being a long time member of the Blue Notes senior choir and was actively involved in The Gathering Place in Milton. She also enjoyed the company of her coffee groups and St. Monica Circle get-togethers. Dorothy especially liked to be the designated driver for others; she appreciated all of her friendships and helping others any way she could. Dorothy is survived by her children, Dan (Yvonne) of Fort Myers, Fla., Bill (Chris) of Neillsville, Jim (Sukie) of Richland Center, Alan (Wendi) of Green Bay, John "Jack" (Dawn) of Fitchburg, Donna (Scot) of Sun Prairie, and Robert (Karyn) of North Bend, Wash.; fifteen grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, William; daughter, Lisa; grandson, Zachary; and sisters, Evelyn, Elsie, Charlotte, and Mayme. A Memorial Mass will be held at ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH, 837 Parkview Dr., Milton, at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2013, with Monsignor Jim Uppena presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass of Saturday. The Gunderson Funeral Home of Monona is assisting the family. The family is very grateful to Dr. Kim at Mercy Hospital in Janesville and Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg for the loving care and attention shown to Mom in her final days.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Dr.
(608) 221-5420
Events
Visitation
Sat Oct 12, 2013 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Mary Catholic Church • 837 Parkview Drive, Milton, WI null
Service
Sat Oct 12, 2013 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Mary Catholic Church • 837 Parkview Drive, Milton, WI null
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Memories
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Marge (Margaret Van Handel) Bartelt
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I fondly remember the last time Joyce and I visited your mom in Milton - what fun we had! May your special memories of your mom sustain each of you at this time.
I will remember your mom in prayer each time I visit a church during our European vacation.
Aloha,
Marge (Margaret Van Handel) Bartelt & husband, Michael
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Sue O'Brien
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I have fond memories of Dorothy from living next door to her, Bill, & Bob for several years on Elizabeth St. in Milton. She always had a smile and kind words and was so pleasant to talk to over the fence. I'm sure she will be greatly missed by many. My thoughts are with all of the family. Sue O'Brien
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Jim and Joy DeBraaljimjoy3@new.rr.com
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Our condolences to the family.
Jim and Joy DeBraal
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Tim and Susan Statz
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Please accept our condolences on the death of Dorothy. I know how much you will miss her.
Tim and Susie Statz
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Dale and Geri Brown
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To Dorothy's family, you have our deepest sympathy. We will always have fond memories of Dorothy, her kindness, many letters, art work, and how very proud she was of all her children and grandchildren.
We will miss her. Dale and Geri Brown, Milton, WI
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Stan & Marlene Dingle
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Our Sympathy in the passing of your mother. We always enjoyed Bill & Dorothy's company, when they lived in Verona. They were a special couple. We were mostly acquainted with John & Bob, but we express our condolences to her entire family. It's always hard to lose a Mom. May your wonderful memories give you comfort. Stan & Marlene Dingle