Matthew Alouis Weger Jr.
September 30, 1929 - April 27, 2021
Obituary
MADISON - Matthew A. Weger, age 91, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at William S. Middleton Memorial VA Hospital. He was born on Sept. 30, 1929, in Madison, Wis., the son of Matthew and Ethel (Willadsen) Weger.
Matthew attended East High School and served in the U.S. Navy from 1947-1950. He was a millwright for Oscar Mayer for 40 plus years.
Matthew enjoyed taking drives in the country and loved to travel all over the state of Wisconsin, finding new places to visit. He was honored to be able to go on the Badger Honor Flight with his son, Daryl. Matthew was an avid pheasant and deer hunter and enjoyed being on a bowling league and a trap shooting team. He was a huge Packer, Badger and Cub fan and loved watching the games with his family and friends.
Matthew is survived by his life partner of 15+ years, Margie Matney; three sons, David Weger (June Sarbacker), Daryl (Linda) Weger and Daniel (Stacy) Weger; two daughters, Debi Weger and Daphne Young; and sister, Kathleen Kelliher. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two wives, Gloria (Price) Weger and Elizabeth Weger; three sisters, Deloris Boyes, Bernice Frederick, and Jackie Goldade; son-in- law, Tripp Young; and two grandsons. He is further survived by 12 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 3, 2021. Burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the funeral home 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday. Due to COVID-19 guidelines only 50 people are allowed in the funeral home at one time. Social distancing and face masks are required.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be gifted in Matthew’s name to the William S. Middleton Memorial Veterans Hospital in care of the hospice program, 2500 Overlook Terrace Madison, WI 53705. These caregivers were outstanding in their care of him.
Matthew was an awesome man and he will be truly missed by many. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Visitation
Mon May 3, 2021 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Funeral Service
Mon May 3, 2021 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Graveside Service
Mon May 3, 2021 @ 11:45 AM CDT
Highland Memory Gardens • 3054 County Rd BB, Madison, WI 53718
Military Honors
Mon May 3, 2021 @ 11:45 AM CDT
Highland Memory Gardens • 3054 County Rd BB, Madison, WI 53718
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Memories
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Timothy E. Weger
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My sincerest condolences to the entire Weger family, and friends of my Uncle Matt. Uncle Matt or, “Older Fella” as I used to call him, will be missed by many I am certain. I remember the first time he called me “Younger Fella”, I responded in return with “Older Fella” and it was that way ever since. I guess you could say it was “our” little thing. He also used to tell me “behave yourself” and “stay outta trouble you” and then ‘wink’ at me. I always enjoyed my “Older Fellas” company whenever he stopped to see us. Rest In Peace “Older Fella” and say hi to all of our loved ones that have moved on. Love you- -Timothy E. Weger “Younger Fella”
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Timothy E. Weger
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May good luck be with you Wherever you go, and your blessings outnumber the shamrocks that grow! Rest In Peace Older Fella. -Younger Fella
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Debi Weger
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I Salute you Sailor! Thank you for your service to your country in the U.S. Navy, aboard the U.S.S. Maury. Rest in Peace my father. Love, Debi 🇺🇲❤
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Visiting Wisconsin at Oscar Meyers factory with Uncle Matt he showed me all around and I almost moved there and I didn't but I love going to visit Wisconsin to see Uncle Matt and all the kids and and Gloria then and I almost moved there when I was 19.
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Roger Wilhite
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Matt was a great co-worker and bowling friend. R. I. P.
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Linda and Rick Smith
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To Matthew's family. Debi, I am saddened by your losses this past year. Please take care and know I am with you and your family in spirit and prayer.