John Patrick Estes

WAUNAKEE-John Patrick Estes, age 64, of Waunakee, passed away on Monday, July 9, 2018, at his home.  He was born on Dec. 5, 1953, in Fort Bragg, N.C., the son of LeRoy and Kazmiera (Radzisz) Estes.  He married Sue Squires on March 14, 1987 in San Rafael, Calif.  John worked in sales and technology prior to his retirement.  John loved music, was a life learner, and was passionate about baseball, cars and social issues.  Most important was his family and pets, as John was a loving and dedicated husband, father, and grandfather.  John is survived by his wife Sue; son, Patrick Estes; daughter, Laura (Ovidio) Fernandez; granddaughter, Blanca Fernandez; brother, Michael Estes; two half-sisters, Beverly Evasic and Marlene Katherine (Don) Sullivan; and other relatives and friends.  He was preceded in death by parents; and his half-brother, LeRoy Estes, Jr.  Memorial services will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 7435 University Ave, Middleton, at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 13, 2018, with the Rev. Steve Zwettler presiding. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 2:30 p.m. until the time of the service on Friday.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare or MusiCares at https://www.grammy.com/musicares/donations.  Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson West Funeral & Cremation Care 7435 University Ave 608-831-6761