Joan Mary Lundey
November 20, 1960 - September 15, 2016
Obituary
MADISON-Joan Mary Lundey, age 55 of Madison, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Agrace. Joan was born on November 20, 1960 in Middleton, the daughter of Theodore and Adeline (Duescher) Lundey. She graduated from Middleton High School in 1979 and from UW-Stevens Point in 1984. In 1990, Joan fulfilled her dream of teaching dance and opened her own business, Studio One Dance School. Joan excelled in her role as teacher, choreographer, and mentor. The Father/Daughter dance was always a highlight of many Spring Recitals. Besides the 'gift of dance', she loved her dogs, Charlie and Rosie, movies, her trips to the ocean and Paris and being with family. She is survived by her brother David, sister in-law, Sarah, nephews, Kyle and Tyler, all of Middleton. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held at ST. LUKE'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 7337 Hubbard Ave., Middleton at 11 AM on Monday, September 19, 2016, with the Reverend Roger Eigenfeld presiding. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:30 until the time of the service at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family, the "Care for All Endowment" of Agrace Hospice or St. Luke's Church. The family would like to thank the staff at UW Carbone Cancer Center, the staff of Agrace Hospicecare (Purple Team and IPU) for the wonderful care provided throughout this journey. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Service
Mon Sep 19, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
St. Luke's Lutheran Church • 7337 Hubbard Avenue, Middleton, WI 53562
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Jan Hartwig
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The world has indeed lost a very classy, talented, beautiful woman. We will miss you Joan. To Joan's family, I am so sorry for your loss. I went to middle school and high school with Joan, and she was a bright spot. She will be missed.
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John Stathas
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Joan was so influential in our daughter's development as a dancer and person. She not only gave her the "gift of dance," but also a nurturing environment at the studio that has resulted in life-long friendships. We delighted in watching our daughter and the rest of the dancers grow and mature into young adults. Joan and Studio One were instrumental in that development.
Joan both tormented and thrilled me with her father-daughter dances every two years. The practices were a testament to her patience and perseverance. I will always cherish the gift Joan afforded me of dancing with my daughters.
We will be thinking of you tonight while we watch Julia dance in a recital at the UW. Thank you Joan, your memory will live on for all of the SODS alumni and their parents.
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Lauren Cnare
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Joan had a special talent in her dancing and her ability to teach and love children. I will always be grateful to her for her love and encouragement as she helped girls grow to women through dance and teamwork.
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Emma Laedlein
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Joan was my favorite dance teacher as a teenager. She was such an extraordinary person... so sweet, generous, and fun to be around. I have such fond memories of dancing in her production of Cinderella. Her encouragement and belief in me was so appreciated; I've always thought of her as a mentor and a role model. I am incredibly saddened to hear about her passing, and I will never forget her. My deepest condolences go to her family and loved ones.
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Valerie Martin
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I will always miss you Joansy! You came into my life at your age of 17.! You always made me smile and laugh! I am so grateful for having you in my life. God bless you in heaven! Thanks for bring my star! I will love you forever! Love you! Watch over me!
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L.D. Helmuth
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What a loving, beautiful soul, who will watch over her family and friends, as grief and remembrances fill the days. Our sincerest condolences. Lisa & Jeff Helmuth