Leon A. Marty, Sr.
October 10, 1925 - May 20, 2018
Obituary
MADISON-Leon A. Marty Sr., age 92, of Madison, passed away at home on Sunday, May 20, 2018, surrounded by his family. He was born on Oct. 10, 1925, in Monticello, the son of Walter and Barbara (Klassy) Marty. Leon graduated from Belleville High School on June 2, 1943. He was united in marriage to Margaret Church on June 26, 1948. Leon worked for General Beverage Sales Company for over 60 years. He began his career delivering beer and liquor and steadily moved up the ranks to salesman. Leon was awarded Salesman of the Year, multiple times throughout his career. He was very involved at Calvary United Methodist Church, including maintaining the flower gardens and in recent years at Monona United Methodist Church. Growing up on a farm, cultivated his love for gardening, both flowers and vegetables. Leon was an avid St. Louis Cardinal Fan. He is survived by daughters, Diane (Timm) Gould and Kathy (Jon) Chrisler; daughter-in-law, Dawn Marty; grandchildren, Joseph Long (Teresa), Nicole (Christopher) Johnson, Josh (Cynthia) Marty, Nicholas (Brittany) Marty, Andrew Chrisler (Shelly) and Chelsie Chrisler; great-grandchildren, Eric, Michael, Christian, Lizzie, his “Little Buddy” Aiden, James and Hannah; brother, Don Marty; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret; son, Leon Marty Jr.; brothers, Earl (Mary) Marty and Delmar (Ruth) Marty; and sister-in-law, Lory Marty. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 25, 2018, with the Rev. Brad Van Fossen presiding. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Monona United Methodist Church or to Agrace HospiceCare. A special thank you to Dr. Kostelyna for the years of care and support and also to Agrace HospiceCare, for their tender loving care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
As Leon has said many times…“I’ve had the greatest life.”
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive, Madison
(608) 221-5420
Events
Visitation
Fri May 25, 2018 @ 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Fri May 25, 2018 @ 10:30 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Jonathan Motley
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Blessings and Love to Diane and all who loved Leon.
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Robert & Gerry Bennicoff
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Our most sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and your family on your loss.
In light, in love, in peace. Bob & Gerry
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Mary Baryenbruch
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He had a great life!!!! He told me that so many times! My thoughts are with the whole family. Know that he inspired all of us. We will miss Leon!
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Merry Sigrist
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I am so sorry to hear of Leon's passing away. I have such fond memories of Leon and Margaret. Calvary Church was such a great place. I know my dad and Leon had such a good time. Dad always did the lawn mowing. I know in my heart the Calvary people are all together again. So many are gone now.
My sincere sympathies to all the family. I am sorry I could not be there for the service. What a great life, family, and friends Leon had.
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Ted & Nancy Ryder
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We were sorry to hear of Uncle Leon's passing.. Also sorry we will be unable to attend his funeral, As Ted had surgery yesterday & had a rough night last night.Our thoughts & prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, Ted & Nancy Ryder
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Amy Spangler
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Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Amy Spangler