Jack G. Crosby
May 04, 1943 - November 04, 2015
Obituary
MADISON/CAMBRIDGE/LAKE MILLS - Jack Guy Crosby, age 72, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2015, while planning a golf game with a friend. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Jack was born May 4, 1943, in Corry, Pa., the son of Robert and Loraine (Sholts) Crosby. They later moved to the Waterloo area of Wisconsin, where he attended high school. After high school, he served his country in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Korea and later, in the Vietnam Conflict. He joined the Capitol Police Department in Madison in 1966, and served for 31 years, retiring in 1997. While still working in the Police Department, Jack met and married Karen Beal. Jack returned to the Capitol Police Department for seven years following 9/11. After re-retiring he worked at the Wisconsin Veterans Museum. In addition, his many activities included membership in the Doric Masonic Lodge and the Zor Shrine. He was a dedicated member of the Pipes and Drums for 45+ years also serving as Pipe Major for many years playing for Shrine functions, prior to the Badger Football games collecting money for the Children's Hospital, and in countless parades. He also volunteered his time to drive children to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Chicago. During his free time, Jack always enjoyed a good day on the golf course. He loved to laugh, joke, tease, and be teased, always with a noticeable twinkle in his eye. Jack is survived by his wife, Karen; sister, Janet (Bob Gottschalk) Pribbenow; brothers, Robert (Jeanne) Crosby and Richard (Wendy) Crosby; and nieces and nephews, Gregg (Josie) Pribbenow, Linda (Steve Zak) Wilke, Julie (Jess) Mellenthin, Joni (Regis) Fan, Jason (Erica) Crosby, Jolene (Layne) Dunn and Jamie Crosby. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 4 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2015, beginning with Masonic Rites and continuing with Chaplain Steve Zwettler presiding, followed by military honors. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to Shriners Children's Hospital c/o Zor Shrine. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608)221-5420
Events
Visitation
Wed Nov 11, 2015 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Wed Nov 11, 2015 @ 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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James Brooks
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I worked with Jack for a short couple years. Jack liked to talk about his wife, Door County and barley pops....I always enjoyed our talks and looked forward to the next one. I was fortunate to see Jack and Karen on Sunday and it made my week. I will miss Jack. He's a great man. Take care friend and God be with you.
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Norma Walker
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So sorry to hear of Jack's passing. I'm so glad we got together in Door County. Karen, if there is anything I can do for you please let me know . No matter what it is I will do it for you.
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John Winters
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Jack and I would always kid each other during band practice and at band events but the kidding would always be in good fun and lead to mutually warm feelings toward each other. I was really bummed out when I first heard of his sudden passing. Jack was a great guy and will be sorely missed in the Zor Shrine Pipe and Drum Band. We could always count on him to be there. He was an excellent Mason, Shriner and man and that speaks volumes for the nature of his character. Karen, please accept my deepest condolences in this time of sorrow.
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Denny Hanson / Fla.
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The Capitol Police just lost one of the best on their long roster of officer's. You were one of a kind, Jack.
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Mary Ehnert
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Karen I am sitting here at my desk in Door county in shock! You know how I felt about Jack. He was the nicest and most fun guy to talk with. He would stop by my office to sit and chat! I am truly sorry and please know if there is anything I can do for you on this end you name it. I will miss him . You take care of yourself. So sorry
Mary Jo Ehnert
Wilson Shaffer, Inc.
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Barry Berggren
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We met Jack soon after we moved into the same subdivision. We heard a wailing noise and sure enough it was Jack practicing on the pipes. Definitely an attention getter. He will also be remembered for his smile and his outgoing personality. We worked together at a local auto auction where Jack was a natural since it seemed that Jack already knew most of the people in Southern Wisconsin. Jack will be sorely missed. We were so fortunate to have had Jack as a friend. Thanks Jack.
Barry and Lisa Berggren