Pamela Martha O'Donahue
July 02, 1956 - September 21, 2020
Obituary
SUN PRAIRIE - Pamela M. O'Donahue passed away at Marquardt Memorial Manor on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020, at the age of 64.
Pamela is lovingly remembered by her children, Christopher, Andrew and Sarah; grandchildren, Brett, Arianna, Megan and Evelyn; mother, LaVone; brother, Dane; sister, Kay; and is expecting a newborn grandson soon. She was preceded in death by her son, Matt; and father, Cecil.
Pamela was born in Fort Campbell, Ky., on July 2, 1956, the daughter of Cecil Hendricks and LaVone Kasper. She graduated from Queen of Apostles in 1974. Pamela worked numerous jobs but her long term careers were at Care Cabs and Madison Metro. She enjoyed reading books, playing brain teaser games, watching detective shows, spending time with family, gardening, cooking and camping.
An outdoor memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2020, with the Rev. Sandra Schieble presiding. An outdoor visitation will be held at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until the time of the service on Thursday. Due to COVID-19 guidelines at this time, only 25 people are allowed at the service/visitation at one time. Social distancing and face masks are required. A private burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
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Visitation
Thu Oct 1, 2020 @ 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Memorial Service
Thu Oct 1, 2020 @ 5:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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May Pamela's wonderful soul rest in peace
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Bev Yelczyn
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Ohhhh. Dane & Chris, Kay, Lavone (Bon) and Pam's family. My heart is with you. So many fond memories of our families sharing love and friendship. Peace be with you. Bev Yelczyn
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Joe Kohrs
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I’m so sorry to hear of Pam’s passing, I know she always made the world a brighter place. We had German class together and I would take her to work at east town mall after classes at the Burger King, in a corvair convertible. A quiet personality, but a great sense of humor ! Sincerely joe Kohrs
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Jeanne Behrens
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Heartfelt thoughts go out to all of you from someone who knew Pam as a neighbor and friend during our years in elementary school. I remember her as being ready for an adventure, a project or a prank on one of our siblings. May your hearts find comfort in her memories. Sincerely, Jeanne Yelczyn Behrens
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Pete
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Pam, I only new you for a short time, but you did teach me how to drive a bus and to show the passengers respect, and for that I will always be grateful. RIP dear!
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Lana Tramburg Platz
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I fondly remember 4th of July celebrations in Columbus, Pam and I as kids would go on the carnival rides in the park and just ride till we were literally sick but it was so much fun. Those were the care free days. Cherish your beautiful memories. My deepest condolences to all of Pam’s family.