Paul David Hallingstad
July 06, 1938 - August 16, 2018
Obituary
MADISON/SUN PRAIRIE- Paul David Hallingstad, age 80, of Sun Prairie, passed away on Thursday, Aug. 16, 2018. He was born on July 6, 1938, in Lancaster, the son of Arthur and Blanche (Sedlmayr) Hallingstad. He attended Lancaster High School, and then graduated from UW-Platteville and UW-Stout. Paul proudly served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. On June 12, 1971, Paul married the love of his life, Jane Young. For many years, he worked as a middle school teacher in the Madison School District and was able to enjoy 22 years of retirement. Paul was an active Masonic member of the Doric Lodge, No. 356, Madison Scottish Rites and Zor Shrine. He was also a member of Sun Prairie United Methodist Church. During Paul’s retirement, he was happiest when he was organizing, playing in and officiating golf tournaments. He also enjoyed fly fishing and bowling, and always looked forward to his weekly dinners with "The Friends". Paul is survived by his wife, Jane Hallingstad; son, Eric (Cheryl) Hallingstad; daughter, Erin Hallingstad; sister, Mary Lou Haskins; mother-in-law, Dorothy Young; brother-in-law, Jim Young and many nieces, nephews, friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother-in-law, Stan Haskins; sister-in-law, Linda Young; and father-in-law, Stan Young. A Celebration of Life will be held at SUN PRAIRIE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 702 North St., Sun Prairie, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m., on Sunday, Oct. 7, 2018, with a Masonic Service and Share a Memory at 3 p.m. Memorials may be made to: Children's Dyslexia Center – Madison, 301 Wisconsin Ave., Madison, WI 53703 OR to the family, for a Golf Memorial to be determined. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Events
Celebration of Life
Sun Oct 7, 2018 @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
Sun Prairie United Methodist Church • 702 North St., Sun Prairie, WI 53590
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Jenni Zupan
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Dear Jane and family, I'm sorry for your loss and thinking of you all. I remember Paul as a kind and quiet man and always enjoyed hearing of how you were spending retirement. Sending hugs and condolences, Jenni Zupan & family
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Ken Russell
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Paul's family, I was astonished to read about Paul's passing , what a great person , I was fortunate to work with Paul on the organisation of the Dane County Senior Golf Tournament. Enjoyed the rounds of golf together as members of the Yahara Golf Assn. He always seemed to see the good side of a person ,a situation and life in general. His friends , the Wisconsin gold scene and his family have lost a true gentleman.
LIVE STRONG Paul' s family !! With heartfelt sympathy Ken Russell
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John Daly
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I am so sad to learn of Paul's passing in the morning newspaper. Fresh out of college in August 1971, I joined the Jefferson MIddle School Staff in the Madison Metropolitan School District. One of the first teachers I met was Paul. He greeted with a smile and a positive attitude that never, ever changed. I regard Paul as a mentor, a caring educators and as a friend. My deep sympathy to Jane and the entire family. John Daly
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Ingrid Hanson
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Jon and I are two of “the friends” with whom Paul shared weekly dinners. We are so sad and will miss him dearly. Jon will also miss Paul as his fly fishing partner with whom he spent many a day on the streams. Paul was an organizer and connecter. He was a humble man of many accomplishments and talents. We feel a hole in our hearts and lives without him. Our hearts are with you Jane and your dear family. We send our deepest sympathy and love, Jon snd Ingrid Hanson
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Joseph Nemeth
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To Paul's family and friends, I send my deepest condolences. Paul was a remarkable man and a true leader in our Masonic community. His passing will leave a void that will be forever difficult to fill in many people's lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and hope that we can all celebrate his life for the many contributions that he gave to so many people that he touched. My deepest sympathy to his wife and children. Joe Nemeth
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Mick McKichan
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Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Paul. I graduated from Platteville High School in 1956 and Paul and I played high school golf against each other. Later, Paul and I both officiated golf tournaments for the Wisconsin State Golf Association. I think we did this together for about 20 years. Gary Prisbe of Madison, Wisconsin, was another friend of Paul's who officiated with us. Paul enjoyed talking about our high school days. He never forgot his Lancaster roots. Whenever a Lancaster golfer like Zach Hentrich was playing in the tournament we were working, Paul would pay special attention to his results. I will remember Paul as always being friendly and positive about everything we were doing. Mick McKichan, Platteville, Wisconsin.