Daniel John Zander

CROSS PLAINS- Daniel “Big-D” John Zander age 58, of Cross Plains passed away on Friday, March 9, 2018, of injuries sustained from an automobile accident.  He was born on Sept. 11, 1959, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison, the son of James and Loretta (Marx) Zander. After graduating from Middleton High school Dan worked at Bower Feed Mill and joined his dad in partnership on the family farm. After the death of his dad, Dan took over all the farming responsibilities. When Dan retired, he took on the role of caretaker for his mom. He had a variety of interests but especially enjoyed hunting and playing cards.  Dan was a very good son, brother, and uncle and would often take his Mom for a ride visiting family or friends. Dan is survived by his siblings; Lois (Dennis) Levenhagen, Kenneth Zander, Luann Zander, Evelyn (Bill) Hellenbrand, Randall (Carol) Zander, Karen Zander (Joel Helmke), Charles (Sue) Zander, Jeff Zander (Becky Peck) and Helen (Mike) Roth; 9 nieces & nephews; 9 great nieces & nephews, other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. FRANCIS XAVIER CATHOLIC CHURCH, 2947 Thinnes St., Cross Plains, at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 15, 2018, with Father Gerard Healy and Father Tom Kelley presiding. Visitation will be held at the church from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14, 2018, and also at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass on Thursday. Private family burial will take place at a later date. Daniel’s last gift was in donating various organs so that others may benefit. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be gifted in Dan’s name to UW Organ and Tissue Donation, 1848 University Ave. Madison, WI 53726 | 608-265-0356. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.    Gunderson Cross Plains Funeral & Cremation Care 2421 Church Street (608)798-3141