Sharen Smedegard
January 18, 1944 - March 20, 2019
Obituary
MONONA- Sharen Marie (Keller) Smedegard, age 75, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at her home. She was born on January 18, 1944, in Madison, the daughter of William and Frances “Kriss” Keller.
Sharen graduated from East High School in 1962. She loved to dance, enjoyed music (especially Elvis), sing, play the accordion, play cards, board games and crossword puzzles. Sharen had many life-long friends that she kept in contact with from school, her various jobs and camping. Sharen was a charter member and secretary for the Wisconsin Campers Association. She was employed by Dane County and the State of Wisconsin, doing administrative work. Sharen was a day care provider for many children over the years, as well. Her friends would attest to her generosity and great sense of humor. She was passionate about her love for nature, the great North Woods of Wisconsin and animal rights.
Sharen married her childhood sweetheart, Derald R. Smedegard in 1962 and celebrated 55 years of marriage before his passing in December 2017. They made their home in Monona where they raised three children, Derald “Rusty” Smedegard, Sharee (James) and Shannon (Rick). She and Derald were blessed by and enjoyed their three grandchildren, Michael, Lin and Jacob.
She will be forever missed by her two sisters, Bonnie (John) and Linda (Robert); her in-laws, Katherine (Al), Dorothy (Marvin), Nancy (Harold), and Sandy (Pete); and by her many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.
Funeral Services will be held at GUNDERSON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Dr, Madison, at 1:30 pm, on Thursday, March 28, 2019. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 12:30 pm until the time of the service on Thursday. Entombment will be held at Roselawn Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Thu Mar 28, 2019 @ 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Celebration of Life
Thu Mar 28, 2019 @ 1:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Connie Thornburg
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Sharen was a wonderful person. I enjoyed being a neighbor of hers. May you rest in peace my friend.
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Brenda Dykstra
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Let me extend my condolences to Bonnie, Linda and her children Sharee, Shannon and Derald, as well as her grandchildren and extended family. I am deeply saddened by the news of Sharen's passing. She was a sweet, warm and wonderful person that I had the pleasure to know and admire. She always put a smile on my face and knew how to brighten up my day. Although we didn't get to see each often when we did see each other she was always warm and welcoming. I will miss her and always hold her dear to my heart. She was a wonderful and loving cousin. May God bless her and help you through this time of great sorrow. My deepest sympathies to all of you. Always Brenda Dykstra
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Connie
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Sharen was a loving person. She was my neighbor. I know her life had been so hard. You are free Sharen. You were a hoot. Connie Thornburg
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Nancy Jo Benninger Trotter
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I didn't have the pleasure of knowing her for very long, but she made me feel like we had been close forever.She ,my husband Bill and I had such a fun time at Aunt Gladys's Birthday party that I just knew I had to keep in touch with her. We talked practically every Saturday for hours. It seamed like we never ran out of things to talk about. She taught me a lot about the family and some stories about our grandparents. Many times she did most of the talking and would end the conversation by saying "Next time I'll let you talk." We'd laugh, and start talking some more. She was so warm and inviting, to me she was my friend as well as my cousin and I will carry her always in my heart. This is not good bye Sharen , but so long for now , until we meet again on the other side. I Love You! Nancy
Linda, Bonnie and family You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May your memories bring you joy of times you spent with our Sharen . I wish with all my heart I could be there with you and hug you all. God Bless You!
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Clemetta Evenson
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Shared stories and laughs over coke and donuts when Sharon was at her cabin. Will miss her visits and Heidi very much.
Etta and Alan Evenson
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Doris Gassen
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I was a neighbor to Sharen the last few years. She was so comical, and though at times she struggled to get those trash bins to the curb, she didn't want to accept help. We often talked outside when the weather was nice, and she'd have her little dog out. I enjoyed Sharen, and only wish I had the chance to know her better and longer! Rest in peace, dear one. You are with family now.