Larry C. Esser
February 15, 1944 - May 29, 2020
Obituary
PORTAGE/MADISON - Larry C. Esser, age 76, of Portage, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2020, after a long ten year plus battle with ALS and recently cancer. He was born on Feb. 15, 1944, in Cassville, Wis., the son of LeRoy and Frances (Kirschbaum) Esser.
Larry graduated from Cassville High School in 1962 and received an associate degree in accounting from MATC. He married Ann Woodford on July 5, 1969, in Madison. Larry worked as an auditor for the State and University of Wisconsin retiring in the 90’s. He was an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church and St. Dennis Catholic Church. He was also a charter member of St. Bernard Knights of Columbus Council No. 9082. Larry belonged to the East Side Club Golf League. He was also part of a small tight knit golf group and even when he was unable to play his friendships continued.
Larry was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a dedicated hockey dad and loved cheering on his grandkids in the sports they played. Larry loved watching his Badgers play hockey, basketball and football, holding season tickets for each at one time. He enjoyed riding his bike to work at the University for many years. Larry was an avid woodworker and gardener and tending to his lawn and gardens were some of his favorite past times.
Larry is survived by his wife, Ann; son, Kevin (Kathy) Esser and their children, Aidan, Sage, and Quinn, son, Kurt (Mara) Esser and their son Logan, daughter, Carrie (Mike) Aulik and their children, Cody and Julia Aulik. He was preceded in death by his parents.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at a later date at St. Bernard Catholic Church.
Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Leo Cross
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Dear Ann and family, my thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this time of your great loss. Leo Cross
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Denny Ward
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Rest in peace Larry! I enjoyed working with you all those years when you were a Pre-Auditor at UW System. Knowing that you were diligently reviewing our financial transactions always kept me on my toes. When you did call with a question, you were always very polite and to the point. To make the situation more pleasant however, you always managed to inject a little humor, which allowed us to share a few laughs along the way. Your good friend Denny Ward, Financial Supervisor, UW-Colleges (Retired)
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Donna Fosshage
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Ann & Family, I had the pleasure of working with Larry for many years at UW System. With a keen sense of humor and a great laugh he made every day a good day. Many stories were shared about the family activities. He clearly adored you all. With good memories & sincere condolences. Donna Fosshage
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Tom Schwalen
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Rest in peace classmate from Cassville High School -1962. Condolences to Ann, the family an d all of Larry's friends .
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Judy VanBlarcom
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Dear Ann and Family, my condolences to you all. I worked with Larry at UW-Madison Business Services for many years. He was always a pleasure to know and talk to. I remember you also from my favorite Eastside neighborhood around Oakridge Ave. in Madison. May Larry rest in peace and peace be with all his family.
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Debbie Beich & Scott Smith
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss, Ann. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Praying that God gives you all comfort in the loving memories of Larry.