Ardell Delores Dahl
April 19, 1930 - January 24, 2014
Obituary
MADISON-Ardell D. Dahl, age 83, of Madison, passed away on Friday, Jan. 24, 2014, at Meriter Hospital. She was born on April 19, 1930, the daughter of Mildred and George Matteson. Ardell graduated from East High School in 1948 and married her high school sweetheart, John Dahl, on Sept. 8, 1951, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Madison. John and Ardell operated John Dahl Construction Company, Inc. starting in residential and then expanding into commercial building. She was a long-time Monona resident where she raised her family and was a member of St. Stephens Lutheran Church. Ardell loved curling and was a lifetime member of the Madison Curling Club. She also enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and golfing with her girlfriends.
Ardell is survived by her sons, John (Holly) Dahl, Jr. of Hendersonville, N.C. and Mike (Carolyn) Dahl of Cottage Grove. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brother, Ronald Matteson of Janesville.
Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014, with the Rev. Tim Hansen presiding. Private entombment will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 3 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home on Wednesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the St. Stephens Food Pantry. The family wishes to extend a thank you to the staff on the 11th floor at Meriter Hospital. On-line condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Wed Jan 29, 2014 @ 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Wed Jan 29, 2014 @ 5:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Cheryl Bradley
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Dear John and Holly: I am so very sorry for your loss. Holly has told me many times of her good relationship with Mrs. Dahl. I know she will be greatly missed.
You and your family are in my prayers.
Cheryl Bradley
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Jean Collins
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A dear, dear friend who will be greatly missed by all of her friends at The Arbors. Always a smile on her face and NEVER complained, even though we knew she wasn't feeling well. I have only lived at The Arbors a little more than a year, but became close to her. We called her our "resident baker", as she was always bringing goodies to the dining room. Your family has my heartfelt sympathy. -- Jean Collins
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Susan Shenkin
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Dear John and Mike,
My only solace in your mother's passing is that I'm sure she knew how much I loved her. From the time I was a teenager--when I used to babysit for you, Ardell held a very special place in my heart. I will miss her always. Treasure the memories and remember always how much she loved you and the women who chose you.
Holly and Carolyn, you were blessed to have a mother-in-law who loved and took pride in you both.
I'm so sorry she is gone.
Susan Wake Shenkin
West Chester, Pennsylvania
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Kathie Borch
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My sincere sympathy to both sons and extended family for the wonderful life of Ardell. Her life at The Arbors was such a delight. Her "monkey bread' was always a favorite. She shared her
'Curling Club" and her religious beliefs. May she find John waiting for her.
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Ellie Tarnutzer
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John, Holly, Mike and Carolyn -- My husband and I are so very sorry for your loss. I'm sorry we did not learn of her passing until today. She was always a very friendly and fun person. We enjoyed fish fries and cars with your parents along with my inlaws, Dick and Donna Tarnutzer. I'm sure they are reunited in heaven and having a great time together. Our deepest sympathy, Lance and Ellie Tarnutzer
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Nicole Heide
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To the family of Ardell:
The 11 Tower Staff at Meriter would like to send our condolences. It was a pleasure getting to know Ardell while she was here. No matter how ill she was, she was always in good spirits. Her smile brightened our days. Thinking of you during this difficult time.