Donald Dean Fine
January 19, 1930 - October 22, 2017
Obituary
MADISON-Donald Dean Fine, age 87, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2017, at Oak Park Memory Care. He was born on Jan. 19, 1930, in Linden, Wis., the son of Frank and Lida (Roberts) Fine. After graduating high school, Don served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married his high school sweetheart, Josephine Benson on Nov. 7, 1953, in Mineral Point. Don owned College Barber Shop, 665 State St., Madison, where he was a downtown icon for over 60 years. Don was very proud of his home and backyard pool. He and Josephine spent many hours entertaining friends and relatives and enjoyed a few brandy manhattans. Don was always the life of the party and was quick to make you laugh. He is survived by his sons, Jeff (Teri) of Cottage Grove, and Jay (Nancy Smithback) of Madison; grandsons, Dustin (Sarah) Fine, and Toby Adams; great-granddaughter, Genna Adams; as well as many relatives, good friends, and loyal customers. He was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine; parents; and many other relatives. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr., Madison, at 12 noon, on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017, with Pastor Brad Van Fossen presiding. Burial will follow the service at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare, 5395 E. Cheryl Pkwy, Fitchburg. The family would like to thank the staff at Oak Park and Agrace HospiceCare for their compassionate care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Fri Oct 27, 2017 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Fri Oct 27, 2017 @ 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Celestins
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We are so sorry for the passing of your dear loved one. May the family find true peace and comfort from God’s promises for the future. Acts 24:15 and John 5:28,29 assure us that God will bring billions back to life by means of an earthly resurrection. At that time, we will no longer suffer the heartache of losing someone we love because God has promised to eliminate death forever. We all eagerly await the fulfillment of this wonderful promise from our Heavenly Father. Please accept our sincere condolences.
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Linda Brittain
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Jay and Jeff so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was awesome he will be greatly missed by everyone. Sorry Aunt Jeanette Reisen and daughter Linda
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Marnette Voeltz - Badger Honor Flight
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The volunteers, flight team and board of Badger Honor Flight mourn the loss of their hero, Donald Fine. We are thankful for his military service and proud to have served him on his trip to Washington, D.C. on September 12, 2015.
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Janice Van Buren
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Jeff and Jay, I just saw the obituary for your Dad which also made me aware the your Mom has passed as well. I am so sorry to hear this news. I have a lot of fond memories down at the VFW and all the fun we had. I miss those great times and I think of you all often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families during this difficult time. My sincere condolences, Janice.
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Ed and Jean Temby
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Donald Dean, Rest in peace and rise in glory ! We had many many years of friendship ! Great times together. We shall miss you as we do Josephine. Our utmost sympathy to you Jay and Jeff. Ed and Jean Temby. Wish we could be up there !!
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Linda Flansburgh
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Sorry to hear of Don's passing. May he rest in peace. He and your mom were great neighbors and just very nice people. Prayers to your family - Linda Flansburgh