Denise Jean Spangler
August 18, 1958 - November 25, 2020
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MADISON / WATERTOWN - Denise J. Spangler, age 62, passed away of natural causes at her home on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. She was born on Aug. 18, 1958. She graduated from Watertown high school in 1976. Denise graduated from MATC with a degree in nursing and went on to Edgewood and UW for her master’s degree in nursing. Though she had numerous health issues over the years, she remained active in animal rescue efforts and volunteered at various assisted living facilities in Madison where she would bring in her therapy rabbits and therapy dogs. Denise was very crafty, and she loved stained glass, quilting and anything sewing.
Denise is survived by her dad, Cyril Spangler; sister, Donna (Jim Champagne) Spangler; pet cats, Cole and Cricket; and many special friends and relatives. She was preceded in death by her mom, Beverly; and numerous cats and rabbits over the years.
Memorials in Denise’s name may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Ave.
(608) 831-6761
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Lesa G.
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I'm so sorry for your loss. I met Denise years ago. We were doing a dog transport. I got the dog in Eau Claire and met Denise in Black River Falls. She also was picking up some cats at the Black River Falls shelter. And she was giving them a ride to their next destination. She was a very gracious teacher to me since she had much more experience than I did. She will be very missed.
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Annette Hillison, Kim & Kyle, Kim & David
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For my dear friend Donna & family: We love you and you are in our hearts and prayers.
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Sam Adkins
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Very sorry to hear of Denise's passing. I knew her through scrapbooking and she was such a kind soul. I will remember her fondly. Miss Sam Adkins
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Mary Troestler
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Denise was a dear friend. Many times she let me accompany her on road trips to transport rescue animals. Twice we drove around the state to find a new love for her bunny Checkers. Playing bunny Cupids was our best time together. She once took me to her secret CHOCOLATE maker in the basement of a little house up north! Then there was the time we drove a cute little calico kitty to “the pound” in Milwaukee. We got there and Denise just couldn’t take her in. Instead she walked in and adopted her! That was her kitty Emma! So many wonderful memories I share with her. I love her and miss her!