Derek D. MacLeod

Derek D. MacLeod

May 14, 1969 - March 27, 2022

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MADISON - Derek D. MacLeod, age 52, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on May 14, 1969, in Albany, N.Y., the son of Allan and Grace (Griffin) MacLeod.


Derek graduated from East High School in 1987. He married Adeliza Martinez on July 26, 1997. Derek worked at Mendota Mental Health, Oak Hill Correctional Institution, and at UW Hospital Prison Unit. He was a member of the Crisis Negotiation Team and Union Steward Local No. 3021. During his time at Mendota Mental Health, he worked in the Treatment Mall and lead groups such as Aerial America, short films as well as a podcast group.  


Derek was a very loving husband and father and a compassionate care giver. He treated everyone with dignity and respect, no matter who they were or what they did.  He was always positive, goofy, funny, and always wanted to make people laugh.


Derek is survived by his wife, Adeliza; two sons, Gabriel MacLeod and Emilio MacLeod; his mother, Grace MacLeod; father, Allan MacLeod (Peter Alemany); brother, Joel MacLeod; parents-in-law, Gilberto and Minerva Martinez; brother-in-law, Gilbert (Gracie) Martinez; sister-in-law, Xochi (Joaquin) Najar; four nephews, Marko Martinez, Diego Najar, Joel Najar and Leonardo Najar; and canine companions, Juno and Cory James. He was preceded in death by his brother, Allan MacLeod.


A memorial service will be held at a later date.  Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420






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Joe M
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I worked with Derek at Oakhill and I will always remember him as someone who always had a smile on his face, a joke in his heart, and saw the best in everyone. Joe M.
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Mary Kelly
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So blessed to know and love this ‘brother in blue’! Always a smile and LOVED to hear him laugh, which we did a LOT of! Holding his family up before the Throne of Grace, Praying you know His presence during this time.🙏🏻😘 He spoke of every one of you family members w such love .
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Robert Moore
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So many fond memories of Derek from our neighborhood. His boisterous laughter filled the block. It will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences to Adeliza and the boys. So sad. Bob and Cindy
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Shannon L. Streber
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I knew Derek from Mendota Mental Health Institute. He always had a smile on his face every time I'd see him passing me in the tunnels. I just knew by the conversations that we had that he was very passionate about his job. I always enjoyed our conversations about LaFollette High School football and basketball games. I saw him at a football and a few basketball games. I'd see him and he was always so very kind and he had a great sense od humor. He told me that he really appreciated the housekeepers and how hard we work. He will be missed! My deepest sympathy to Derek's family at this very difficult time.
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Melissa Colby
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My boys and I have been so blessed to know Derek and see him as an active father, never missing an opportunity to cheer for his boys! As a sideline parent, no one will ever beat the cheering and cowbell ringing! He cheered for every single child playing and helped create a family on the sideline amongst parents, who will forever stand by his family's side. Sending all the love and hugs to his family.
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Lisa Lalley
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Derek will be remembered often. His genuine nature and spirit will always be thought of. He was louder than the entire student section; he always got us parents going, year after year...that cowbell...! The best Father his two boys could ask for. Thank you Derek for making Irie's 15th drive-by b'day a success in the convertible. So many great memories. The role model you have been to Irie will be treasured. Love and friendship, Lisa and Irie. We are here for anything!

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