Dorothy L. Theisen

August 21, 1935 - September 10, 2022

Obituary

MADISON - Dorothy L. Theisen, 87, passed into eternal life on Saturday, September 10, 2022, from metastatic breast cancer. She was gentle person who suffered for over 50 years from schizophrenia.

She was born in Madison to Michael and Lillian Theisen on August 21, 1935. She attended St. Bernard's Grade School and graduated from Madison East High School. She was a legal secretary for a number of years.

She experienced the untimely early deaths of her mother, and two of her brothers. These occurrences had a profound impact on her life.

She is survived by her nieces, Teri (Dave) Kinney and Jean (Bob) Dye and her nephews, Bill (GIO) Theisen, Jeff (Dee) Theisen, Dan Bailey, and Neil (Jane) Theisen.

Preceding her in death were her parents, Michael and Lillian; her brothers, Vincent, Kenneth, and Neil; her niece, Sue Bailey, and her nephew, Phillip Theisen.

Over the past number of decades, Dorothy received caring support from Journey Mental Health. Dorothy had resided at Hannah's House where she received outstanding daily support and care.

Dorothy lived through many challenges, and handled them as best she could. Now she is finally at peace.

A private family memorial service will be held.

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

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

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Elizabeth Cowen

Other • 4 years ago

Dot was a good friend. We met at a Dominic Club dance sometime in the mid 1950's in Madison. I knew right away that she was a special person, gentle and kind, someone to consider a friend. We continued our friendship, and enjoying lunches and other experiences. When I got married, Dot was my maid of honor and later the godmother of my first daughter Beth. As time went on, we tried to keep in touch with each other, sending birthday cards, Christmas cards, etc. When Beth called and told me that Dot had died from cancer, we were very sad. Now we ask God's blessings on a dear and special friend. We will miss her. Elizabeth Cowen and family.