Lawrence Eugene Millard

Lawrence Eugene Millard

March 02, 1956 - September 25, 2022

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MADISON - Lawrence E. Millard, age 66, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, at UW Hospital and Clinics. He was born on March 2, 1956, in Dodgeville, Wis., the son of Wilbur and Geraldine (McGinnity) Millard.

Larry attended Iowa Grant High School. He had a love for watching Brewers baseball and Badgers football and hockey games.  Larry enjoyed road trips with friends and going to different establishments to listen to music and enjoyed meeting new people.  

Larry embodied that which was good in life. He treated all people with equal amounts of respect and fairness. He could be described as the greatest, kindest, gentlest, most understanding, and humblest man. Larry experienced life’s happiness and was always willing to go above and beyond for anyone.   

Larry was the rarest sort of individual who found goodness in every man, woman, child and four-legged creature. Life on earth may be less meaningful without Larry, but it is far more beautiful knowing those who loved him will continue his legacy of kindness.

Larry is survived by his daughter, Angela Millard; four brothers, Lee (Marie), Lynn (Barb), Lyle and Laverne; four brothers-in-law, Arnold (Jennifer) Breunig, Charles Breunig, Philip (Linda) Breunig and James (Lisa) Breunig; two sisters-in-law, Joan Cole and Louise (Dennis) Powell; his right-hand man, Squish; "daughter," Kristin Gilbertsen; and nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Geraldine Millard; and wife, Linda.

A gathering will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2022. Burial will take place at St. Martins Catholic Cemetery in Martinsville.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be gifted in Lawrence’s name to American Heart Association, YMCA of Dane County or Big Brothers Big Sisters of Dane County. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.


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Tim Payne
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I've had the pleasure of spending time with Larry at the Red Rooster. We bonded over baseball (especially Kennedy Little League) and music. He was one of my favorite customers, always gratuitous and respectful. I will miss him greatly. Rest in peace, Larry.
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Larry left a legacy; he's missed & never forgotten.
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Phil and Lucy Moore
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We are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Kurt Gundlach
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All of us from the 1974 IG Football team remember Larry as a great teammate and an excellent defensive lineman. Very nimble and quick. Our team would not have been as successful without him. RIP #66. Kurt Gundlach
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Brian McGuire
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Larry working at UW Rec Sports/Rec Well Grounds Department. When my caller ID says Larry I just know it will be a interesting conversation. I usually would say What say that again! Rest at peace Larry no good byes just see ya later. Brian McGuire
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