Theresa J. Post

Theresa J. Post

May 11, 1952 - May 08, 2023

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MADISON - Theresa J. Post, age 70, of Madison, passed away on Monday, May 8, 2023, at Agrace HospiceCare. She was born on May 11, 1952, in Madison, the daughter of Lawrence and Virginia (Hanley) Post.


Theresa graduated from Madison East High School. She married her soul mate, Joyce Gausmann, on June 11, 2022, in Madison. Theresa worked as a program assistant for the State of Wisconsin, retiring after 30 years. She was a member of the Post Polio Support Group and was an advocate for individuals with disabilities. Theresa was also a member of the Democratic Party, never missing an opportunity to vote, and was active in the Breakfast Club with her retired colleagues.


Theresa had a great love of music, attending many concerts throughout the years and always made time to watch ice skating, especially Stars on Ice. She loved following and discussing politics, reading and creating arts, crafts and DIY projects. She had a passion for back road driving adventures and dining at supper clubs. She especially treasured the wonderful memories of the many family vacations taken throughout Wisconsin over the years.


Theresa is survived by her wife, Joyce; two sons, John and Jaimie Gausmann; sister, Mary (Bob) Pankratz; brothers, Larry (Betty) Post Jr., Tom (Vicky Harris) Post and David Post; nephews, Paul (Sue) Post and Todd (Michelle) Post; great-nephews, Ryley and Dayne Post; mother-in-law, Joyce Howe; special friends, Cassidy Johnson, Miranda Drescher, Laura (Steve Verburg) Noel, Fayth Kail, Greg Wagner, Linda Fahey and Rhonda Anderson; and many more special relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; and father-in-law, Henry Howe.


A time of sharing will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 15, 2023. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 11 a.m. until the time of sharing on Monday. Burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens at a later date.
 

The family wishes to thank the staff of Agrace HospiceCare, and Mary, Bob, Laura and Steve and many other friends for all of their wonderful care and support given to Theresa and her family.


Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420

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Sue Gruber Corcoran
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Joyce and family, my deepest sympathy and prayers. Theresa always was so kind to me. One day we were talking about music. And, lo and behold, she made two tapes of music for me! I worked with her for 13 years at the Technical College Board. She was so smart on computers and could answer questions thoroughly. Rest in Peace, Theresa.
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Mary Stephenson
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I worked with Theresa back in the 70s at the WBVTAE on the 7th floor of the old Hill Farms SOB. We called it Heaven on the 7th Floor. Theresa always made me laugh. She was a wonderful person. Condolences to her family!
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Debbie Parker
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I also worked with Theresa. She was both smart and fun, a great combination. We stayed in touch after retirement and met monthly as part of a WTCS breakfast group. I always admired T’s determination and fight for whatever it was she was up against. I will miss you, my friend. My sympathies to Joyce and the rest of Theresa’s family.
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Elly Pennings
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To Joyce, family and friends. My deepest condolences with your loss of Theresa. I wish you all a lot of strength.
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Linda Fahey
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I met Theresa at work over 40 years ago and we became good friends. Back in her 20's and 30's, Theresa was a huge UW Hockey fan and we went to many games. We were roommates for a year and I moved in with my cat and dog. Theresa said she wasn't a cat person, but she really was. She fell in love with my cat (not so much the dog). Theresa was a thoughtful and caring person. She would do anything for a friend. Thanks, Joyce, for being there for Theresa. She couldn't have had a more caring wife. Theresa's family is in my thoughts and prayers. Linda Fahey

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