Ann Elizabeth Catherine Walden
October 25, 1937 - February 09, 2014
Obituary
CROSS PLAINS, WI -- Ann E. Walden, age 76, died peacefully surrounded by her family at Agrace Hospice on Sunday, Feb. 9, 2014 after succumbing to breathing complications from pneumonia. She was born on Oct. 25, 1937 in Madison, WI to Peter J. and Marjorie A. Morgan. She graduated from Argyle High School in 1955, attended UW-Whitewater and obtained her bachelor’s degree from the University of California-Long Beach. Ann was a life-long learner, obtaining her Master’s degree at UW-Whitewater and continued her education for years to come coming just three credits shy of her doctoral degree. She then shared her knowledge with others by teaching business classes at James Madison Memorial high school for 31 years. Ann was the head of her department and also headed the yearbook publication. A highlight of her career was achieving the “Wisconsin Business Educator of the Year” award. After her retirement from teaching, Ann served as the town clerk of the town of Cross Plains. In her retirement, she enjoyed travelling with her husband in their motor home, playing bridge with friends, reading, bird watching and crossword puzzles. Ann is survived by her devoted husband of 56 years, Harlan G. Walden, her three loving daughters, Kathleen Nelson (Bill) of Minneapolis, Mary Lehrer of Madison, and Lynn Eve (John) of Cumming, her brothers Mike Morgan of Stoughton, Tom Morgan (Carole) of Monroe, and Steve Morgan (Madeline) of Barneveld and her eight grandchildren, Nick, Patrick, Paul, Eric, Natalie, Alex, Kyle, and Joel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2947 Thinnes Street, Cross Plains at 11:00 AM on Saturday, February 15, 2014 with Father Thomas Kelley presiding. Visitation will be held at the church on Friday, February 14, 2014 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM and also on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the church. A luncheon will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 8317 Elderberry Road, Madison, WI 53717.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Sally Schnarr
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I immediately remembered Mrs. Walden as a wonderful teacher at Memorial High School. To her loving family, may your memories comfort you at this time, and bring you joy and happiness. I am sure she was as special outside the classroom as she was inside.
Sally Zastrow Schnarr
Class of 1972
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Mary Jane Kruger (Maier)
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Sorry for your loss. Mrs. Walden was one of my favorite teachers at Memorial. Class of 1973.
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Shelly Reynolds
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Sorry for your loss Mary. She sounds like a wonderful woman. You both have the same smile. Take care.
Shelly and Wayne
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Debbie Wolfe
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From the class of 1983. I was in Mrs. Walden's class as well as in the co-op program at Memorial High School. What a great lady to work with. Super supportive and would do anything for her students. To her family: So sorry for your loss. She touched a lot of lives and will be missed deeply.
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Andre Arsenault
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To all the friends and family, sorry for your loss. It was a privilege to meet Ann a few times at the Morgan family Thanksgiving celebrations. Please extend my comfort and condolences to Harlon, to Steve and other siblings in this difficult time.
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Bernie and Maurice Arsenault
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We are sorry for your loss, Steve. Although we never met her, the pictures shows her as a loving woman with a positive outlook on life. May she rest in peace.
Our sincere condolences to all your family.