Veronica Harrop
December 05, 1917 - March 24, 2017
Obituary
MIDDLETON – Veronica Mary Harrop, age 99, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2017, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on Dec. 5, 1917 in Mazomanie, the oldest of six children, to Allie and Kunie (Annen) Statz. She graduated from Mazomanie High School in 1936. Veronica was united in marriage to Donald Ralph Harrop on Feb. 11, 1939, at St. Barnabas Church in Mazomanie. They moved to Milwaukee, returned to Dane County, Cross Plains and Mazomanie, before settling in Middleton where they built their home in 1953. She was a member of the Christian Mothers of St. Bernard Parish, the Women's Optimists Club, and an avid bridge player. Veronica was the bookkeeper for Statz and Harrop Painting Contractors and also for their rental properties. Her crafts from A to Z were her enjoyment; 18 Christmas trees, dancing, and traveling, but her true passion was her family and friends where for over 32 years they made memories at "The Farm" in Neillsville. Veronica is survived by her loving husband of 78 years, Donald; two sons, James D. (Thelma) and R. Michael (Elaine); daughter Mary Anne (Gerard) Nonn; brother, Norbert Statz; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, James D. Harrop; sons William D. and Donald D.; daughter, Judith A. Nelson; three sisters, Bernetta Grosse, twins Doris Statz (infant) and Dorothy Fruitger; brother, Herbert Statz; daughter-in-law, Pauline Harrop; and great-grandson, Marcus Harrop. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. BERNARD CATHOLIC CHURCH, 7450 University Ave., Middleton at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 31, 2017. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, on Thursday, March 30, 2017 from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at 7435 University Ave., Middleton and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the Mass on Friday. Veronica was able to complete her memories for her family from birth until now. She loved her family and her saying, "Love one another and God will bless you." Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608)831-6761
Events
Visitation
Thu Mar 30, 2017 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Visitation
Fri Mar 31, 2017 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Bernard Catholic Church (University) • 7450 University Avenue, Middleton, WI null
Mass of Christian Burial
Fri Mar 31, 2017 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
St. Bernard Catholic Church (University) • 7450 University Avenue, Middleton, WI null
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Memories
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Randy Schmelzer
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So sorry to hear of Veronica's passing. I have many fond memories of Veronica from all the time she spent with my parents, Bob & Rosie Schmelzer. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Randy Schmelzer
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Darrell & Carolyn Klimke
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Our deepest sympathy to you.
Carolyn & Darrell Klimke
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tracyteske@yahoo.com
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Our condolences go out to the Harrop family. We have been blessed to have been a part of Veronica's life for the last two years. She brought us more joy and laughter than could be measured! We will miss her tremendously.
Tracy & Deb Teske, Jade & the Angels
Visiting Angels Madison
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Lesley Kvall Salsman
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MaryAnne, sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. May all the good memories get you through the next days. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Linda Winslow
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My condolences to the Harrop family. My prayers and thoughts are with the Nunn family as they go through this time of great loss. God bless
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Danielle Nonn
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Thank you, Grandma, for all of the memories, especially those spent up at The Farm. It is at the farm that I have some of the best memories. Thank you for teaching me the importance of faith, family, perseverance, hard-work, and most importantly unconditional love. You were an amazing woman who I aspire to be like daily. I miss you every day. Please watch over Grandpa and give him energy and hope. I love you.
Love, your little redhead Danielle.