Jeffrey Edward Bronson
September 02, 1955 - June 21, 2015
Obituary
Bronson, Jeffrey
MONONA-Jeffrey Bronson, age 59, of Monona, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2015, at UW Hospital, surrounded by his partner and family. He was born on Sept. 2, 1955, in Madison, the son of Everett and Dorothy (Horton) Bronson. Jeff graduated from Monona Grove High School in 1973 and attended UW-Eau Claire, earning a degree in education. Jeff then earned his master's in special education from UW-Madison. In 1987, Jeff left the United States to pursue a career as a civilian teacher for the Department of Defense. He taught kindergarten children of military service personnel in the UK, Germany, Netherlands and most recently, Belgium. Jeff taught children with learning disabilities and specialized in children with autism. He was a life learner, lover of children and possessed a great sense of humor. Jeff appreciated life in all its complexities and simplicities. Jeff is survived by his partner, Luc Vandebroeck; daughter, Jolien (Toon) Vlasselaerts Vandebroeck; granddaughter, Annou; son, Andrias (Falke) Vandebroeck Houben; siblings, Sharon Bronson of Monona, Jackie (Rod) Spors of Appleton, Jean (Jim) Kossow of Madison, Jim (Diane) Bronson of Brooklyn, and Kim (Roy) Boyd of Monona; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 10 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 27, 2015, with a time of remembrance at noon. In lieu of flowers, memorials received will be donated in Jeffrey's name to the UW Carbone Cancer Center. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Memorial Gathering
Sat Jun 27, 2015 @ 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Stijn Nackaerts
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Rest in Peace Jeff!
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Dana Bagwell
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I met Jeff through a mutual friend in the 90's when we were both in the Mannheim Heidelberg area. My first impression was that he was such a funny person. In time, that first impression deepened to see the kind and gentle man that he was. He was a wonderful host! His waffles for brunch were legendary. When he visited, he always brought a long a box of my favorite Belgian chocolates. He and his partner, Luc, were so much fun to be around!
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Mary
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Rest in the sweetest peace
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Judy Eckblad
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Sharon, So sorry for your loss. 59 years young! Please extend my sympathy to your family. Judy Eckblad
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Lisa
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Wow...Jeff you welcomed me to Wiesbaden, Germany 8 years ago with a hearty smile & a warm heart! You helped me to make the transition to Europe a fun one. You introduced me to Rüdesheim--which I still love to this day. It's the first place I take everyone who comes to visit me. You cooked dinner for me and we shared recipes! I thank God for our paths crossing, the pleasure of working with you and for your unselfish giving spirit. Rest in peace my friend.
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Tina Haydel
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So many memories of AFNORTH and the times we had there. You are the kindest, gentlest person I have known, always helpful with wise words. You are sorely missed my friend. You left this world too soon. My heartfelt condolences to Luc, family And friends. You will not be forgotten.
Tina