Charlotte Flottmeyer
November 01, 1936 - January 12, 2021
Obituary
MADISON - Charlotte Ann “Char” Flottmeyer, age 84, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021. She was born on Nov. 1, 1936, right after her twin brother, Charles, to Joseph and Esther (Howard) Horihan.
Char attended St. Peter's Grade School and graduated from St. Peter's High School in 1954. She attended the La Crosse School of Beauty and worked with her sister at Rita's Beauty Salon as a hairdresser. Char married Donald Flottmeyer in LaCrosse, Wis., on December 26th, 1964. He died August 2007.
Char had been employed by Attic Angels Madison as a Nurses Aide and Food Service assistant for over 30 years. She enjoyed playing Rummy 500 with her grandkids, long weekend getaways with her family, and playing piano. She thinks she could have won an Olympic Medal in Word Search or WordCrush on her iPad.
Char is survived by her five children, Larry (Beth) Flottmeyer of Ofordville, Wendy of Glenwood Springs, Colo., Sally of Madison, Dan of Madison and Andy (Ellen) Flottmeyer of Madison; and six grandchildren, Mackenzie Belden, Raymond Seeman and Hannah, Isaac, Caleb and Maryelle Flottmeyer. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; her parents; four sisters, Margaret Corcoran, Rita Bissen, Mary Grabon and Joan Horihan; and twin brother, Charles Horihan.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7450 University Ave., Middleton, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5., 2021, with Father Brian Wilk and Father Robert Horihan (Char's nephew) presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Friday. Friends and family who wish to view services via LIVE STREAM may visit Char’s obituary page at www.gundersonfh.com and click on the Live Webcast link at 11 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 5, 2021.
Memorials may be made in Char’s name to Agrace HospiceCare. The family would like to thank the staff of Agrace HospiceCare and Gunderson Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761
Events
Visitation
Fri Feb 5, 2021 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Bernard Catholic Church (Middleton) • 7450 University Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
Livestream
Fri Feb 5, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Lake Accotink Park • 5660 Hemming Ave, Springfield, VA 22151
Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Feb 5, 2021 @ 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM CDT
St. Bernard Catholic Church (Middleton) • 7450 University Ave, Middleton, WI 53562
Graveside Service
Fri Feb 5, 2021 @ 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM CDT
Sunset Memory Gardens • 7302 Mineral Point Rd., Madison, WI 53717
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Memories
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Michelle Goethe
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Dear Flottmeyer family, I have such fond memories of living next door to you on Cooper Ave. Char and Don and our parents had their hands full with the ten of us and the 6 Ryan kids. That was 16 kids in just three houses. Remember ding dong ditch it? leaving doors unlocked? and kick the can? So many amazing memories to share with our own kids. Hold memories of your momma tight! She lives in you and through you each day! With Sympathy, Michelle Franckowiak-Goethe
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Debbi Reitz
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Dear Flottmeyer Family, My memories are going to echo Michelle Goethe’s, even though we haven’t met. I have fond memories of both your parents living on Hilltop Dr. Our parents were great friends. Although I didn’t play with you because I was older. In the last few years Char often reminded me I babysat you for 50 cents and hour, then she’s laugh and laugh! Brings a smile to my face even now. And you were my favorite kids to babysit because you all were so well behaved. I think perhaps Char and my Mom are in the midst of a card game or word search challenge at the moment. Sincere Sympathy! Debbi (Staebell) Reitz
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Jim Ryan
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Larry, Wendy,Sally,Dan and Andy so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Jim Ryan
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Kim Kahl
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Larry, I just noticed this in the obits and I am so sorry for your loss. It's been a long time, but I wanted to pass along my condolences to you and your family.
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Corrine Crowley
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Dear Members of Char’s Family, My sympathy to Char’s family. I worked with Char at Attic Angel’s for many years in nursing on the night shift. She was always the most caring, considerate person to the residents at Attic Angel. She was also fun, considerate, and non-complaining with her co-workers. We all loved Char and will miss her. I am praying for Char and her family. Take Care! Stay Well! Love, Corrine Crowley
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Corrine Crowley
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To Char’s Family, My Sympathy to Char’s family. I worked with Char many years on the night shift at Attic Angel. Char was always a wonderful, warm, caregiver to the residents at Attic Angel. Also Char was a joy to work with and always considerate to her co-workers. We will miss her. We will remember Char and her family in our prayers. Take Care! Stay Well! Love, Corrine Crowley