Kenneth W. Berg
August 05, 1942 - November 05, 2026
Obituary
MCFARLAND - Kenneth W. Berg, age 84, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026. He was born on August 5, 1942, in Holmen, Wis., the son of Myron and Rosella (Loging) Berg.
He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy and after leaving the service, he attended Madison Business College, where he earned an associate degree, laying the foundation for his professional career. On July 29, 1967, Ken married his beloved wife, Jane, at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Monona. He enjoyed his career as a purchasing agent and building supervisor at the University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy, retiring in 1996. After leaving the university, Ken worked for 25 years as a courier for Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care, where he was a valued coworker and friend to all. He also drove bus for the McFarland School District.
Ken enjoyed trout fishing, playing cards with friends and spending time with family. He often talked fondly about growing up on the farm in Holmen. He easily made friends everywhere he went and always had a smile and a story to tell. When he needed a break from life, he loved going to Woodman’s, where he befriended a number of staff. Ken was extremely generous in all aspects of his life and was always there when friends or family needed anything.
Ken is survived by his daughter, Beth Hanzel; his son, Andrew (Maggie Ellison) Berg; his daughter Brittany (Tyler) Stolarik, and grandchildren Ethan (Katarina) Hanzel, Sydney (Jacob) Yelk, Ellie Harried, and Daisy and Harper Ellison-Berg; three great grandchildren, Beckett and Shiloh Stolarik and Athena Hanzel; two sisters, Sue (Bob) Temp and Mary Hok; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Jane; and daughter, Lori Ann Berg.
A visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026. A funeral service will follow at 4 p.m. on Thursday, with Rev. Dan O’Brien presiding. Military honors will be held following the service. Burial will be at Lower McFarland Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made Alzheimer’s Association.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420