Vickie L Bandekow

MADISON/LODI - Vickie L. Bandekow, age 66, passed away on Monday, Feb. 1, 2021, at SSM Health-St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on Sept. 24, 1954, in Madison, the daughter of William and Betty (Smith) Bandekow. Vickie worked for Sentry Insurance for many years until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time at her parents’ cabin in the Nekoosa area and listening to various bands. Vickie loved creating many different gifts for her friends and family, especially crocheting and knitting. She enjoyed shopping and going out to dinner with friends and will be remembered for making the holidays special for her loved ones. Vickie could always be found reading a good mystery novel and spoiling her two loyal feline companions, Carly and Bailey, who brought her great joy throughout the years. Vickie is survived by aunts, Bae Ruth (Bandekow) Kirschbaum, Ann (Frederickson) Bandekow and Juanita (Sweeney) Bandekow; cousins, Steve Kirschbaum, Stuart Kirschbaum, Sheila Kirschbaum, Al Kirschbaum, Susan (Kirschbaum) Patzner, Shirley Kirschbaum and Shari (Bandekow) Sutton; and other relatives and friends, Darlene "Dar" Davidson, Kendra Davidson and Joan Skrede. She was preceded in death by her parents; aunts and uncles; and good friend, Patti Reichling. In keeping with Vickie’s wishes, no services will be held at this time. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420