MADISON - Walter N. Whiteaker, age 80, of Madison, passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022, at St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on July 24, 1941, in Soldiers Grove, Wis., the son of Maurice and Iva (Freeman) Whiteaker. He married Kathleen Willison on Oct. 30, 1965.

Walter was a truck driver for various companies and was an avid sports fan, especially of the Brewers and the Packers.

Walter is survived by his wife of 56 years, Kathleen; daughter, Tammy Detter (Jim); many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and by his brothers, Marvin and Bill.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his children, Angie (Lecy) Whiteaker and Robert Whiteaker; and his siblings, Lorraine, George, Judy and Margaret.

A celebration of Walter’s life will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, on Friday, June 3, 2022, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m.

A special thank you to Beverly Willison for her kindness and generosity. Memorials may be made to Walter’s family and will be designated at a later date. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

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Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Walter Whiteaker

July 24, 1941 - May 27, 2022

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