Kathleen "Kathy" Kunz

Kathleen "Kathy" Kunz

January 25, 1954 - December 17, 2022

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MADISON-Kathy (King) Kunz, 68, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022. She was born on Jan. 25, 1954, the daughter of Neil and Shirley (Russler) King. She lived in the Madison area for most of her life and knew it as home. Kathy graduated from Madison West High School with the Class of 1972. She married John Kunz and together had two daughters, whom they raised in DeForest.

 

Kathy earned a degree in Geology at UW-Madison as a returning student in 2005. She worked in the travel industry, in accounting and most recently, with the U.S. Geological Survey. She loved music, was a lifelong learner and had a library of books for her children and grandchildren to enjoy. Kathy was devoted to raising her daughters and loved sparking curiosity through books and games with her grandchildren.

 

Kathy is survived by her two daughters, Katie Johnson and Kelly (Greg) Hamilton; her four grandchildren, Levi and June Hamilton and Tyler and Tessa Johnson; her stepbrothers, Steve, Dean and David Sundet; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by John Kunz; her parents; and her stepmother, Lilly King.

 

A memorial service will be held in her honor at the FREE CONGREGATION OF SAUK COUNTY-PARK HALL, 307 Polk Street in Sauk City, on Wednesday, Jan. 4, 2023. A visitation will begin at 2 p.m. with a time of remembrance at 3:30 p.m. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

 

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Celebration of Life
Wed Jan 4, 2023 @ 3:30 PM CDT
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Tina
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Kathy and I worked together for several years. I will deeply miss her. Her eye for detail as well has her listening skills were a true asset. My prayers for Kathy and for her family during this sad time. Tina
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Trisha Beals
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Kathy and I worked together from afar at USGS. Kathy was such a wonderful soul, so kindhearted, and will be deeply missed. Sending all my prayers to your family and those that loved you during this difficult time. Trisha Beals
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Bernice Hirsch
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It's not easy to put into words but a few highlights about Kathy. A good friend, a very dedicated mother/grandmother, a strong woman with insatiable curiosity, a great sense of humor. My deepest sympathy on the loss of her presence. Love, Bernice
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Ann (Melius) Lucht
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Condolences to all the family. I went to grade school with John. Kathy and I were good friends during Junior High. I even was invited along on their family trip to Washington D.C. in 1968! Many great memories of summers at Vilas beach and listening to records in the rec room on the fancy stereo Kathy's Aunt Lois bought her. 🙏
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Jenny C
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My condolences to Kathy's family. I worked with Kathy at USGS. What I keep thinking about recently is how her face would light up when she talked about the grand tree outside her apartment window. She was so pleased to live in a place with a view of that tree. What a beautiful soul - she will be missed. I suspect the tree is weeping.
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Maria Hansa
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I was shocked and sadden to learn of Kathy's sudden passing. Heartfelt condolences to her daughters and grandchildren. I knew Kathy for 20 +/- yrs, through our mutual connection with the Free Congregation of Sauk County (FCSC) in Sauk City, WI. We shared meals in a circle dinner group and at Park Hall, extended conversations over the years with other mutual women friends and most recently both worked together on a FCSC committee. Such a thoughtful, intelligent and lovely woman! She will be missed.

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